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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain material for preservation purposes.","Copy. Thanks him for the inclusion of Mount Vernon in the recent Observer. Updates him on restoration progress. Asks for his continuing support with raising money. ER-7, p. 42","Some items from this collection have been digitized. Please see the online collection here: http://catalog.mountvernon.org/digital/collection/p16829coll35","digitized copy, DA_004680","Unsure of context of this letter to the Early Records of the MVLA. Frances Parkinson Keyes was not a Vice Regent and the letter does not reflect any information about the MVLA, George Washington, or Mount Vernon.","The original organization of the collection was item-level in chronological order. A card catalog was created for the collection with detailed information on each item. Later attempts to reorganize the collection led to its current arrangement. Correspondence, the bulk of the material, remained intact in chronological order but other records were pulled out and filed by content or subject matter, such as financial documents, appeals, etc.  The separated material was placed into series and subseries, and then filed chronologically. The correspondence series still holds several financial and administrative items that were never removed. The Early Records of the MVLA contains the following series: ","Series 1. Administrative Records ","Series 1.1. Administrative, General","Series 1.2. Governing Documents (Acts of Incorporation, Bylaws)","Series 1.3. Civil War ","Series 1.4. Minutes of the Council\t","Series 1.5. Reports","Series 1.6. Wills \nSeries 2. Appeals","Series 2.1. Appeals of the MVLA","Series 2.2. Appeals to States\nSeries 3. Financial Documents","Series 3.1. Financial Documents, General","Series 3.2. Checks and Receipts","Series 3.3. Subscriptions\nSeries 4. MVLA Histories and Biographies\nSeries 5. Printed Material and News Clippings\nSeries 6. Correspondence\nSeries 7. Bound Volumes\nSeries 8. Photographs","The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) was founded in 1853 by Ann Pamela Cunningham, the first Regent of the Association. The purpose of the MVLA was to purchase Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, in order to restore the property and open the grounds to patriots and admirers who wanted to visit Washington's home and tomb. Ann Pamela Cunningham became interested in the preservation of Mount Vernon when her mother, traveling down the Potomac River in 1853, viewed the house in its neglected and dilapidated state and wrote to her daughter of its condition. Both women thought it shameful to allow the first President's home to fall into ruin. A determined Ann Pamela Cunningham assembled twenty-two likeminded women, each one from a different state, to be Vice Regents of the MVLA. Together they aimed to raise money to purchase the property, pay off all debt, and return the Mansion, gardens and grounds to the condition in which they were left by Washington himself. John Augustine Washington III, George Washington's great-grandnephew and the owner of Mount Vernon at the time, delayed several years in selling the home to the Ladies' Association. He preferred a sale to the State of Virginia or the federal government, both of which declined purchase. In 1858, he finally agreed to sell Mount Vernon to Ann Pamela Cunningham and the MVLA for $200,000.","For the next few years, the women of the MVLA endeavored to make other Americans aware of their quest to save Mount Vernon, often via newspaper articles and pamphlets, in order to raise enough money to purchase the property. As Regent, Ann Pamela Cunningham spearheaded these efforts, while the Vice Regents oversaw fundraising in their individual states. Their cause was soon interrupted by the outbreak of the Civil War.  Mount Vernon's contentious location between Union and Confederate boundaries made it very difficult for potential visitors to travel there.  In spite of these unfavorable conditions, the Ladies of the MVLA continued to raise money for the care of Mount Vernon, and hosted hundreds of visitors including Union and Confederate troops. The post-war period brought other challenges, but the MVLA always maintained constant care and security of the historic areas at Mount Vernon. ","Today the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association is remembered as the first organization in the United States dedicated solely to historic preservation. The Association remains loyal to its original goals, the restoration and care of George Washington's Mount Vernon, while also opening the estate to visitors 365 days a year. Members of the MVLA continue under the structure designed by the first women who joined, operating as the executive board of this historic home with one Regent and over twenty Vice Regents, each from a different state. The estate now consists of not only the Mansion, outbuildings, gardens, and tomb of Washington, but also a Pioneer Farm, Gristmill, Distillery, museum and education center, the National Library for the Study of George Washington, gift shops, a food pavilion, and a restaurant.","ER8-57","A.L.S. 4 pp. Disapproves of Miss Cunningham's proposed joint tenancy of Mount Vernon with the North. He also urges Miss Cunningham to renew her efforts on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-3-3","Copy of A.L.S. 1 p. Gilmer notifies Washington that he has been appointed to correspond with the proprietor of Mount Vernon to ascertain what price would be agreeable to convey Mount Vernon to the Ladies' Association. He encloses the printed proceedings, constitution and address of MVLA. He hopes that Washington's reply will be satisfactory to all concerned. L-16-(1), L-16-(2)","A.L.S. 1 p. enclosures, Received by John A. Washington. The ladies of Richmond and Manchester have appointed him to correspond with the proprietor of Mount Vernon, \"to ascertain conditions of sale.\" Enclosed articles from 2 Richmond papers describing the meeting in Richmond and the efforts of the Southern Matron. RM-523, ER-4275","Dallas, Geo. M., decines positively to speak on behalf of the MVLA. Mrs. Milward's plea was of no avail.\nER-10\np. 40","A.L.S. 2 pp. Thanks APC for Papers. Congratulates her on her success. Is enlisting the aid of an influential inhabitant of Leesburg. Cousin in Louisville.\nER-3\np. 26","A.L.S. 1 p. Requests papers for Mr. Chandler. Do not communicate further with Mr. Binney.\nER-13\np. 271","Typed transcript. Chapel Hill. Advice on fundraising, names of people to help. RM-144  PS-2403","A.L.S. Washington. Proceeds received from Mr. Dickinson for lecture are $57.71. Proceeds he received from Mr. Miller's lecture are $275. 24. ER-22, p. 57","NOTE - Item transferred to Special Collections - Historic Manuscripts Collection. Possibly Gillingham map?","Check for $100.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the \"Early Records\" since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a historic site. Other important resources are the appeals written by Ann Pamela Cunningham and the Vice Regents, governing documents, subscription or donation lists, printed material or publications, and bound volumes such as ledgers or scrapbooks. Individual items were added to the collection as they were acquired. The Early Records includes items dated 1852-1951, however the bulk of the material dates from 1858 to around 1880.","These notes were clipped from the margins of the Early Records scrapbooks.","This document was written by Mrs. Abby Wheaton Chace, the MVLA Vice Regent of Rhode Island in Providence, to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Mrs. Chase accepts appointment as Vice Regent of Rhode Island. She regrets the exorbitant price paid for Mount Vernon, which is a deterrent when it comes to raising funds. She asks for the Regent's Appeal as well as the Secretary's last report.","ER 13; p. 4, ALS; Box 26","Photocopy, location of original unknown","There are several copies of this document as well as this original copy. This document was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.","In the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as well as four bonds. The bonds are to be made payable on the following dates and worth the following amounts: January 1, 1859 ($57,000), February 22, 1860 ($41,666.66), February 22, 1861 ($41,666.67), and February 22, 1862 ($41,666.67) - plus whatever interests were accumulated. The agreement further establishes that John A. Washington and his heirs have the right to bury members of the family in the family vault. ","RM-56; RM 1055; ER 5696; Box 21","Notary copy of the contract to purchase Mount Vernon.","This is one of several copies of this document. The original was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.","In the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as well as four bonds. The bonds are to be made payable on the following dates and worth the following amounts: January 1, 1859 ($57,000), February 22, 1860 ($41,666.66), February 22, 1861 ($41,666.67), and February 22, 1862 ($41,666.67) - plus whatever interests were accumulated. The agreement further establishes that John A. Washington and his heirs have the right to bury members of the family in the family vault. ","RM-56; RM 1055; ER 5696; Box 21","The articles of agreement between John Augustine Washington III and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, signed by John A. Washington and Ann Pamela Cunningham, \"A Southern Matron, Regent\" and dated Richmond, April 6, 1858. This document subject to the Act which incorporated the Association passed by the General Assembly of Virginia on March 19, 1858 embodies the agreement to sell two hundred acres of the Mount Vernon tract including the Mansion, the Tomb of George Washington, the gardens, grounds, and wharf for the sum of $200,000. Autograph document, 5 pages hinged and bound.","This document was written by Mrs. Louisa Ingersoll Greenough, the MVLA Vice Regent of Massachusetts in Cambridge. She states that all authentic subscription books are signed by the Vice Regent of Massachusetts or an appointed manager. ","ER 12; p. 33, ALS; Box 24","The notes include a catalog of documents and letters of the Maryland MVLA that are from 1856-1873.","13-29; 13-23","Deacon \u0026 Peterson must hold all electrotype plates, wood cuts, paper, and all other materials furnished for the publication of the \"Mount Vernon Record\" as security for the printing of the record.","ER-D-37","This document was made by Capt. M.C. Meigs from U.S. Engineer in Washington, D.C. for the MVLA. It is a drawing of proposed changes to the wharf at Mount Vernon. He recommends that \"the front of the wharf [be] made parallel to the thread of the stream,\" which will cost 40 cents per foot or $2800.","ER 17; p. 66","This document was sent by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham in Philadelphia to Margaretta S. Morse, the MLVA Vice Regent of Louisiana. Miss Cunningham notes that according to articles 9-11 of the MLVA constitution and by-laws, annual meetings must be held, and she calls a meeting for December 31, 1859.","ER-431","This is a handwritten notice from President Frank E. Johnston. He writes that Alexandria, Mount Vernon, and Accotink Turnpike Company have, through their agent, made satisfactory arrangements with the MVLA for building a passenger railroad. The railroad will be 6 miles on the the line of the turnpike and 1.5 miles on the branch avenue to Mount Vernon. It will open in the spring and will cost $30,000. He describes plans for financing the railroad and the advantages it offers the MVLA. ","This notice may have been written on January 5.","ER 8; p. 72","This document is a draft by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to David Paul Brown. The Regent is annoyed about the continued problem of crowds pouring into Mount Vernon at all times. She declares that a railroad in any hands would be objectionable. ","ER 11; p. 106, AL","This folder contains Mrs. Macalester's list of Lady Managers appointed for Pennsylvania. ","13-65","Names spelled in the document are Joseph Hineman and Henry Reed, though the signatures are spelled Heimer and Read","MLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham made this contract with Sarah C. Tracy as \"private secretary to said Regent.\" As secretary, Tracy must render six hours of service daily. She will receive a monthly salary figured at an annual rate of $400 irrespective of board and washing. She must also provide one month's notice if she decides to resign.","ER 13; p. 12, ALS","This document is an agreement between the MLVA and M.H. Traubel, who is the successor to Devereux \u0026 Co., in regards to the publication of portraits. The portraits are to cost $1, 50 cents of which is to go to Mount Vernon. For any money which was previously remitted to Devereux \u0026 Co. for portraits which were not received, Mount Vernon will pay 25 cents for each portrait to fill such arrears orders. This document was signed by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham and M.H. Cunningham and witnessed by David Paul Brown and L.H. Brown. ","ER-D-39","This document is a report by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Council. It is docketed and entitled \"Report-Containing account of Devereux's forgery committed in 1859 or 60 - and not read.\" Since this is the first time Ann Pamela Cunningham has met them in Council, she will give them a report on the monetary department. Her illness and protracted absence from the depository of her papers make it impossible to give more than generalities about financial matters now. She explains that a large amount was paid out for the publication of Record--forgeries of her name to drafts on Riggs \u0026 Co. by Mr. Devereux--and tried to recover the electroplates, but the printers were holding them $720 arrears.","Another copy of this report is also included.","ER-D-127","This is an incomplete copy of a report by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Council. A complete copy is also available (#D-127).","ER-D-128","This document is from Warrington Gillingham to the president and directors of a railroad company. Gillingham reports on the progress made on the railroad to Mount Vernon. He also suggests that the railroad meet at the path where boat passengers enter Mount Vernon since it will be shorter and better for Mount Vernon. His suggestion is adopted by the railroad company.","8-77","This document contains the names of the directors of the railroad company.","15-27","This is a handwritten copy of a document sent by MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to the National Intelligencer in Washington, D.C. She refutes the May 15 article in the \"New York Herald\" regarding George Washington's remains being removed from Mount Vernon. She declares that the public need fear no molestation of \"this one National spot, belonging to North and South\" and that the ladies of the MVLA have taken every precaution for its protection. She begs the public to continue its confidence in the MVLA. ","ER 15; p. 55","This document is from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the MVLA Vice Regents. It is signed by the Regent and her secretary, Sarah C. Tracy. The document is a copy of the call for the Grand Council, which will occur on November 19, 1866 at the home of G.W. Riggs, treasurer, in Washington, D.C.","ER 1; p. 241, AL","This document is from MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to J. Van Riswick of Potomack Ferry Company. She outlines three conditions for running private parties to Mount Vernon. First, the boat must arrive in the afternoon to Mount Vernon and leave by 6:30 PM. Second, parties must pledge to follow the rules for visiting Mount Vernon and also pay an entrance fee of 25 cents. Third, Potomack Ferry Company must take all responsibility for its actions.","This is a copy of a document from the Alexandria and Fredericksburg Railroad Company to the MVLA. It was signed by J.B. Stewart, Secretary and sent from Washington, D.C. The railroad company requests right of way for the railroad across the Mount Vernon property in return for which the company will build an ornamental depot and have a percentage on every fare paid. ","(See also p. 100.)","ER 4; p. 115, L","Esther M. Lewis certifies that she has two topage buckles which were owned and worn by George Washington. She also has a miniature by Field on ivory with a lock of hair. The items are the property of Charles Angelo Conrad and Lawrence Lewis Conrad.","W-617/A+B","This document is the address given by Ann Pamela Cunningham, the Regent of the MVLA, to the Grand Council of the MVLA.","MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham gives an explanation to the MVLA Vice Regents of her reasons for not calling a Council during the war years--it was basically due to the need for immediate action and a lack of communication at this difficult time. She was also of the opinion that sectional feelings at a Council would have come into play and hampered the meeting. She feels her actions, though outside of what was outlined in the MVLA Constitution, were necessary. She asks that she be excused for her course of action on the grounds that she acted with good motives and out of necessity.","Francis Parke Butler attests to the authenticity of the buckles and miniature owned by Charles Angelo Conrad and Lawrence Lewis Conrad. She also states that she owns companion buckles and a miniature of Martha Washington.","This document is a draft of a statement by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Secretary of the United States Treasury. She writes regarding the contract for the purchase of Mount Vernon on April 6, 1858 for $200,000 with interest. $193,333,33 of the cost was paid before December 1859, which was before the contracts were taxed. John A. Washington was killed before the title was perfected through the courts. She asks that the MVLA be taxed only on $7,836.40 paid on May 12, 1866 to the executor of John A. Washington. ","ER 2; p. 9","This document is Mrs. Eve's account of the MVLA Council of 1868 (2 copies).","This document was sent to the Secretary of the Treasury of the United States concerning the stamp revenue tax on the Mount Vernon contract. The writer feels it unjust that the MVLA be taxed on the whole sum ($200,000) rather than the portion to be paid after the law was enacted ($7,835.40).","ER-2","The sale of Mount Vernon to the MVLA by John A. Washington is upheld by courts against the protests of John A. Washington's heirs.","This document is the bill from Fairfax County Circuit Court on the MVLA for $22.16.","Two letters and two versions of the Vice Regents acceptance of the resignation of George W. Riggs, Treasurer, which was tendered last January. They request that he forward all MVLA papers in his possession as well as the statement of the account with Mr. Herbert. One letter has list of Vice Regents who approve.","ER-23; p. 301, LS and ER 2-31","This document concerns the running of boats to Mount Vernon and outlines the terms of the agreement.","Mrs. Janet M.C. Riggs, the MVLA Vice Regent of Washington, D.C., declines to accede to the wishes of the members of the Council but thanks them for the complimentary resolution. A penciled note in the margin reads \"Declined renomination as VR.\"","(See also p. 100.)","ER 4; p. 117, ALS","This original document with signatures and stamps is a contract between MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham and James Craig, gardener. The contract is for one year at $50 per month with use of fuel, vegetables, milk, tea, and coffee. The contract also defines Craig's duties. ","ER 11; p. 153","S.W. Tiffey writes about the social virtues and graces of MLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham in her diary.","ER-16","This document has six statements about opinions concerning room colors for the Mount Vernon mansion.","This document is a plan for the first floor of the Mount Vernon mansion.","This document was written for Mr. J.B. Stewart, possibly by S.W. Tiffey. The writer is contacting him regarding the railroad to Mount Vernon and says that there is opposition from the MVLA ladies to anything which may alter Mount Vernon from the way it was when it was owned by George Washington.","This document is a Council resolution regarding the desirability of a furnace for the Mount Vernon mansion.","This document is an original contract between the MVLA and Solomon Greenhalgh. The contract stipulates that Greenhalgh must tin the roof of the portico and board over the same. He must also put tin gutters on the mansion as well as put tin around the dormer windows and on the outbuildings. Furthermore, he must build two cisterns with pumps and furnish a hydraulic ram for a spring at the foot of the lawn. The price is $1500 with board for himself and two men, fare to and from Washington, D.C., and use of Mount Vernon teams and laborers.","ER 2; p. 194, AS","This document, addressed to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham, is from the Vice Regents of Wisconsin, New Jersey, New York, Maine, Georgia, and Connecticut. It is a remonstrance to the Regent that her views are \"incompatible with the interests of the Assoc.\" The Regent is to remain as named head of the MVLA, but is relieved of all duties of that office.","This document is a resolution of the MVLA Council regarding an extract from the minutes of the Council referring to the Committee on the Superintendent. The writer shall also leave duties as resident Secretary.","This document by G.W. Lewis is a certificate of authenticity for a sword that was owned by George Washington.","This document is a certificate of authenticity from C.E. Huntington for a tortoise shell snuff box owned by George Washington.","W-612","This document is from Mrs. Susan E. Johnson, the MVLA Vice Regent of Connecticut, to James McHenry Hollingsworth, the resident secretary, treasurer, and superintendent of the MVLA. It includes a \"copy of copy\" made by the Secretary of the Council in June 1872 regarding the duties of the \"Res. Sec., etc.\" from the Record of the Council. This is followed by a letter from Mrs. Hudson to Secretary Hollingsworth telling him the Committee on the Secretary will define his duties more fully later. Mrs. Hudson refers to two commissions drawn: one he did not see and one signed by the Regent that Mrs. Hudson declares is \"trash.\"","ER 18; p. 1, ALS","This document was sent by Mrs. Philoclea E. Eve and Mrs. Hudson to Colonel James McHenry Hollingsworth in Mount Vernon, Virginia. It discusses his appointment as superintendent and the duties he will have in that position.","ER 5; p. 61, DLS","Betty B. Bassett certifies that a Bible is that of Mary Ball Washington. It was given by Mary Ball Washington to Robert Washington, Mrs. Bassett's father. ","W-408","Mary Wade Halsted reports that the builder estimates that $1200 has been put toward the restoration of the colonnades. This amount was mostly given by young people so that the rising generation might take part in the restoration of Mount Vernon.","This document is a partial draft of MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham's Farewell Address to the MVLA Vice Regents.","This document by Mrs. Philoclea E. Eve, the MVLA Vice Regent of Georgia, is addressed to the MVLA Council. It discusses the retirement of Ann Pamela Cunningham as MVLA Regent and reports that Mrs. Berghmans has been nominated to succeed her.","ER 5; p. 21, ADf","The constitution of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union. It is a twelve-page draft copy written in long hand.","\"Constitution of the Virginia State Committee\" later nullified by Ann Pamela Cunningham.","A.D. 4 pp.; L-2-(11), (21), (31), \u0026 (41)."," H.C. Harrison (White Sulpher) to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. He discusses Mr. Mason's recommendations regarding an Act of Incorporation to gain a charter and open subscriptions for a purchase fund. ","Holo. outline of 9 sections; 5pp. ","ALS, 4pp.; ER-3; PP.-19, 21, 23; Box 15.","Bill No. 147 was to be read to the Legislature of Virginia. It incorporated the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union and authorized the purchase of a part of Mount Vernon.","Printed copy, with Holo. Corrections, pp. 5.","D 5p.; RM-524; ER-4291","Signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Susan L. Pellet and approved by Henry A. Wise. Photostat.","PS-163","Printed amendment to the third article of the by-laws of the MVLA Constitution.","ER 3; p. 132","\"Constitution and By-laws of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union.\" The different sections of the document are the Constitution (including the preamble), the by-laws, and an amendment to the constitution.","ER 4; p. 28","William Samuel Johnson, father of Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut, writes his opinions on the charter, by-laws, and powers thereby delegated to the MVLA. There is also a handwritten copy of the charter and by-laws on which he has written his suggested amendments.","In this eight-page, handwritten document, Albert Pike gives his legal opinions on the act incorporating the MVLA. The act provides only for the purchase and holding of Mount Vernon. Questions arise in relation to the constitution of the MVLA, which by reference is a part of the act. He also discusses the powers and duties of the MVLA.","Copy by the clerk of the House of Delegates, Virginia. An act to amend a portion of the Act of Incorporation.","A pass enabling a Mount Vernon employee named Eugene to travel back and forth between Mount Vernon and Alexandria. ","E3-251","This military pass was issued by the 2nd Brigade, headquartered in Alexandria, for the MVLA. By order of Colonel Heintzelman, the pass allows \"Dandridge Smith, (colored),\" to travel in and out of Alexandria daily with his wagon, mules, and provisions of the MVLA.","ER 16; p. 96, A","General Orders no. 13 was signed by General Winfield Scott and sent from the U.S. Army Headquarters in Washington, D.C., to Mrs. Sarah C. Tracy, MVLA Secretary. He says that if U.S. troops are ever in the vicinity of Mount Vernon and decide to approach, they will do so with reverence and \"leave uninjured not only the Tomb, but also the House, Groves and walks which were so loved by the best and greatest of men. By Command, E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General.\" Autograph document signed.","ER 3; p. 251","General Orders No. 12 and 13 were issued by General Winfield Scott from the U.S. Army Headquarters in Washington, D.C. and under the command of E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General. The orders, which were printed in a newspaper, are related to search and seizure as well as the respect due Mount Vernon's tomb, house, groves, and walks.","Printed copy, Gen. Orders 13, ER 16, p. 96.","ER 15; p. 79","Major General McClellan orders the revocation of all passes that allow travel beyond the lines of federal troops in Virginia soil. All future passes will only emanate from the War Department, the Headquarters of the U.S. Army, the Division of the Potomac, or the Provost Marshal in Washington, D.C.","16-99","Military pass for MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy signed by General Winfield Scott. Extension of the pass written on the reverse side dated November 7, 1861.","16-100","Photocopy of a pass issued to Janet Riggs, Mrs. George Washington Riggs, and her two daughters so they could visit Mount Vernon.","Military pass for the MVLA from the Headquarters City Guard in the Provost Marshal's Office in Washington, D.C. Until March 31, the pass will allow \"Thomas King (colored)\" to travel over any bridge or ferry to Virginia and return for the purpose of providing marketing for his employer. The pass was signed by A. Porter (?) and C.D. McHaffey (?).","ER 16; p. 104, A","Pass for the MVLA from the Alexandria, Virginia Headquarters. It gives Thomas Kinney permission to pass from Alexandria, Virginia \"to Mount Vernon and thence by any route to Burke's Station and back, for the purpose of drawing provisions, etc. for the [MVLA] until May 1, 1862 and all persons will give him necessary aid and assistance.\" The pass was signed by Colonel Henry K. Viele of the 94th York Volunteers.","ER 16; p. 105, A","Military pass from the Military Governor in Alexandria, Virginia. The pass allows the \"servant\" of MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to travel with groceries by command of Brigadier General John P. Slough.","ER 16; p. 106 A","\"By direction of the Secretary, you are hereby authorized to grant a clearance for such family supplies as may be shipped by Capt. Ferguson A. (?) at your port, consigned to Miss S.C. Tracy, Secretary of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, at Mt. Vernon, Va., endorsing upon each clearance your certificate that it is granted by authority and direction of the Secretary of the Treasury.\" Further notes on the reverse concerning clearance of the supplies order. Autograph document signed.","Mary Hamilton writes that under the contract of purchase, the MVLA is obligated to keep up Mount Vernon or the property will revert to the state of Virginia. However, since boats are not permitted to come to Mount Vernon, income is being lost. Therefore the MVLA, as a U.S. association, demands compensation from the U.S. government at a rate of $500 per month due to a loss of income as a result of the federal government's orders.","Pass issued to Mrs. Mary C. Keith (the elder sister of Sarah C. Tracy, MVLA Secretary) and her daughter, Miss Fannie Cornelia Keith. It allows them to travel from Washington, D.C to Mount Vernon and then return to Washington, D.C. The pass can be used for one month and permits them to take one trunk and a satchel. The pass became valid when both of them signed on the reverse side; it was also signed by the issuing officer, Capt. I.A. Shippen.","RM-182; ER-2553","Draft. The MVLA appeals to Congress for reimbursement for loss of income due to lack of boat services to Mount Vernon during the war. Autograph document.","Minutes of the formative meeting of the Virginia Central Mount Vernon Association (the MVLA). The ladies of Virginia formed themselves into an association with the view of helping the sisters of the South raise a sum of money to purchase Mount Vernon. The mechanics of the organization and its attendant activities are recorded in this document. It also includes a list of the officers chosen as well as various communications with Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham and others.","Rough draft of the minutes of an MVLA meeting in Virginia.","Minutes written by Sarah Tracy for an MVLA meeting held in Washington, D.C. ","8 pages printed. ","ER 4; p. 33","Minutes of the MVLA Council, 1868. ","ER 4; p. 34; L-8","Minutes of the MVLA Council, 1868. ","ER 4; p. 34; L-8","Susan Hudson's report concerning an endowment fund for Mount Vernon. Discussing her research into previous attempts.","4-54","Report for the Records Committee by Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut.","Handwritten copy of Susan Pellet's journal with notes and minutes on the earliest meetings of the MVLA, 1854-1857.","This 13-page printed pamphlet is entitled \"Reports of the earliest meetings of the Mount Vernon Association from the Journal of Mrs. Susan L. Pellet, the first secretary.\" The MVLA Council of 1895 ordered that a synopsis of reports of the meetings during 1854, 1855, 1856, and 1857 must be printed.","ER 4; p. 20 ","Two copies of \"Report of the Mount Vernon Association,\" written by Susan L. Pellet, Corresponding Secretary of the MVLA. It was printed in the \"Southern Literary Messenger.\" The document is a report of the fundraising activities of the ladies of the MVLA. Susan L. Pellet announces that John A. Washington has reconsidered and is now prepared to sell Mount Vernon. She lists numerous contributors to the Mount Vernon fund. Edward Everett has already secured $25,000 by speaking for the cause. Ex-President John Tyler furthermore defends the purchase and preservation of Mount Vernon. ","RM 141; CLIP 2368","Report sent to from Susan Pellet to the MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Despite financial panic, the MVLA continues to receive offers of assistance. Since the September report, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota, and New Mexico have been added to the MVLA. Santa Fe citizens and Florida ladies are also active. Mrs. McWillie has been appointed MVLA Vice Regent of Mississippi. Since Edward Everett is otherwise occupied, Rev. Dr. Burrows has taken his place speaking on behalf of the MVLA. In regards to donations to the MVLA, South Carolina has given $151, Tennessee has given $189, and Virginia has given $134. The funds will be sent to W.H. Mcfarland of Richmond, Virginia. He will in turn place them in the hands of the Treasurer of the State of Virginia, who will place them to the credit of the MVLA. ","ER 16; p. 245, A; Box 18","\"Report of the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union,\" written by MVLA Secretary Susan L. Pellet. She reports that a contract for the purchase of Mount Vernon has been made. She describes the contract and appeals for contributions to be made. ","1 printed page; duplicate on p. 128, with title missing.","This description also applies to the item entitled \"Broadside, Report of the MVLA\" in Box 5, Folder 9.","ER 4; p. 30","This newspaper clipping contains the report of Mrs. Susan L. Pellet, MVLA Secretary. She discusses the progress of the MVLA since signing the contract last April. She gives notice of state organizations and the MVLA Vice Regents appointed, reporting that correspondence has been opened with every state in the Union. Mrs. Pellet also gives special mention to California and the Charleston Navy Yards, where residents have shown particular interest in helping to preserve Mount Vernon. She estimates that $6250 will be needed from each state for the final payment on Mount Vernon and further notes that it needs immediate repairs.","ER 4; p. 129","Mrs. Margaret Ann Comegys, the MVLA Vice Regent of Delaware, addresses this document to \"Mr. Editor.\" She gives a report of the MVLA of Delaware, which she asks him to publish in his columns. $575 in donations has been collected since $1175 was sent to Mount Vernon, making the total amount collected $1750 (this amount is exclusive of \"Mount Vernon Record\" subscriptions and the sale of photographs). ","ER 17; p. 43, ALS","Treasurer's Report by George W. Riggs. The report covers May 1861 to January 1864. During that time period, the MVLA received $3628.18 and disbursed $5965.18. $1820.63 is due Mr. Riggs himself for money advanced, while $2500.00 is due Mr. Herbert in back salary. $5000 is due on a deferred payment on the Mount Vernon estate.","15-41","Typed copy of George Riggs' report November 1865 to November 1866. ER-22","Fragment. Report was read by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the MVLA Council of 1867. Its intended audience was possibly the MVLA Vice Regents. Ann Pamela Cunningham discusses the adjustment of irregular proceedings during the Civil War. She also discusses the resignation of MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy, including the salary due to her, the length of time she may remain at Mount Vernon, and the appointment of a successor. She also brings up Supterintendent Herbert, daily boats, and the question of leasing a wharf.","ER 11; p. 147 ","Report concerning boat operation and revenue at Mount Vernon. In 1867, boats brought in $3846.33 in revenue. During the Civil War, boats stopped running for about two and a half years.","ER 22","Report read to the MVLA Council. It gives a brief history of Mr. Sykes and boat trips to Mount Vernon. The document also discusses financial problems immediately after the Civil War: the probability of being able to support a superintendent fell, but it was later realized that it was necessary to have a superintendent at Mount Vernon.","ER-11; 147","This MVLA report, sent to the MVLA Grand Council, is from a committee to examine and settle the accounts of former MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy. The report presents Miss Tracy's claims regarding her salary, its increase, and the amount she actually received. No statement about the salary was found prior to 1864, so Miss Tracy's claim therefore ceased in 1864. An 1866 motion in the Council to raise Miss Tracy's salary was ambiguously worded and caused misunderstanding. The Committee has settled with her \"in a spirit of liberality\" as per the Council's order, which is acknowledged as generous by Miss Tracy. A signed receipt for payment in full was submitted by Miss Tracy.","ER 13; p. 11, 14","Committee report on the efforts to settle the accounts of Sarah C. Tracy, the former secretary of the MVLA. It was signed by Mrs. A.W. Chace, the MVLA Vice Regent of Rhode Island. Miss Tracy is upset that Mrs. Morse, the MVLA Vice Regent of Louisiana, presented a paper in her name without her knowledge of its presentation. Miss Tracy says that she has at no time asked \"interest\" of the MVLA and states her understanding of her salary contract. This document also includes the results of Mrs. Chace's search of MVLA records regarding Miss Tracy's salary and increase in salary. Mrs. Chace notes the ambiguities and misunderstandings that arose and the desire of the MVLA Committee to make a liberal and just settlement. The document also reports Miss Tracy's \"receipt in full\" and her acknowledgment that a \"generous settlement\" has been reached. Mrs. Chace notes that there was a copy of a statement for files sent by Miss Tracy with a contract to MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. Had Mrs. Chace known of the contract, it would have affected her settlement with Miss Tracy. As it develops, on lowest estimate, Miss Tracy was overpaid $800, but Mrs. Chace yielded claim, willing to deal generously and avoid any possible lawsuit. ","ER 16; p. 145","The final report of the MVLA committee on the settlement of the account of Miss Sarah C. Tracy, the former MVLA Secretary. Mrs. Chace states that Miss Tracy admits no interest on her just due from the MVLA and that the settlement between the MVLA and Miss Tracy has been found agreeable.","Report by Mrs. Nancy Wade Halsted, the MVLA Vice Regent for New Jersey,  to the MVLA for the State of New Jersey, covering May 1868 to 14 March 1870. She has appealed to the wealthy of New Jersey for an endowment fund for Mount Vernon, but under the present circumstances of the MVLA, making such a fund is impossible. The MVLA has currently only raised $46.50 for such a fund. She states that the total receipts from New Jersey are $1753.55, but that there is no interest in specific bequests for an endowment fund. Mrs. Halsted feels the MVLA must appeal to Congress to establish a permanent endowment fund.","Two separate drafts of Mrs. Halsted's report regarding the addition of a furnace in the cellar of the Mansion.","ER 17; p. 156, L","Report of Philoclea Edgeworth Eve, the MVLA Vice Regent of Georgia, to the MVLA Council. Mrs. Eve defends herself of any wrongdoing in investing MVLA money in Confederate bonds during the Civil War, which she did at the request of MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. ","ER 5; p. 186, 187; ALS","Will of Daingerfield Lewis, grandson of Eleanor Custis Lewis.","Codicil to the will of former MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. It was written in Rosemont, Laurens County, South Carolina. The document is a handwritten copy of her statement regarding the \"important papers, documents and letters\" she wished to be turned over to Mrs. M.A. Comegys, Mrs. L.W. Walker, and Mrs. Amarintha Snowden. She further states that some other papers of this character may be at Rosemont and that there are also some others in Washington, D.C. about which Mary A. McMakin can give information. ","ER 11; p. 176, 184\nER 17; p. 271, ALS","By Ann Pamela Cunningham, handwritten statements for her executors regarding the disposition of her papers. She states her desire for \"important papers, documents and letters\" to be turned over to Mrs. M.A. Comegys, Mrs. L.W. Walker, and Mrs. Amarintha Snowden. She further states that some other papers of this character may be at Rosemonte and that there are also some others in Washington, D.C. about which Mary A. McMakin can give information. ","ER 17; p. 271, ALS\nER 2; p. 277, LS","Appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham.","Draft appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Sons and Daughters of washington.","Second appeal written by Ann Pamela Cunningham for Mount Vernon. She signs the message \"A Southern Matron.\" Sent to southern editors in general and particularly those of Washington, D.C., Richmond, Charleston, Augusta, Savannah, Montgomery, Mobile, New Orleans, and Louisville. ","A newspaper clipping in the following folder.","ER-1-5 to 9; A.L.S. 5 pp. ","News clipping of the second appeal on behalf of Mount Vernon to the Ladies of the South by Ann Pamela Cunningham. She signs the message \"A Southern Matron.\" ","Handwritten version of this appeal in previous folder.","ER-1-6","Document entitled \"Washington Circular\" with an \"Appeal for Mount Vernon , by the Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" signed by the Mt. Vernon Central Com. of the Union. Reverse side has the Southern Matron's letter to Virginia, addressed to Mr. Gilmer, Corresponding Secretary of the Mount Vernon State Committee of Virginia. (4 copies)","ER 4; p. 21; ER-4-21; Box 14","A.D.S. 4 pp. Incomplete. Appeal to support the efforts of the Mount Vernon Central Committee to purchase the home and grave of Washington by Ann Pamela Cunningham. For final printed copy (complete) see: 2 November 1854, Appeals, Washington Circular, to the Daughters of Washington...","ER-11-205 and ER-11-2; A.D.S. 4 pp.","Printed booklet including An Appeal to the Sons and Daughters of Washington, a letter to Governor Wise from Ann Pamela Cunningham, letters from William Ritchie and John Augustine Washington III, the report of the Corresponding Secretary Susan Pellet, and the Act of Incorporation. Printed by A.J. Burke, 40 Broad Street, Charleston.","Reverse side reads \"Mercantile Library Association, Oration upon Washington, Hon. Edward Everett\"","Statement regarding the Masonic Order and their role in the purchase of Mount Vernon. ","ER 5; p. 105, A","Printed appeal (incomplete), perhaps clipped from a publication. References the efforts of the MVLA to acquire funds to purchase Mount Vernon and turn it over to the state of Virginia.","Written by Mrs. E.O. Hoyt, \"Aunt Libbie\" to be sold for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Association.","An appeal by Mary Morris Hamilton to the Standing Committee of New York to continue raising funds which shall be set apart for the purpose of repairs and preservation at Mount Vernon. ","ER 3; p. 273, ALS","This printed appeal was created by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. On the advice of Edward Everett, she signed her baptismal name rather than \"A Southern Matron.\" She reports that the contract was signed with John A. Washington on April 6 for 200 acres of Mount Vernon (including the mansion, gardens, landing, and tomb) for $200,000. John A. Washington's letter to W.H. Macfarland and A.A. Chapman is also included on the appeal. (multiple copies)","ER 1; p. 92","Draft of the appeal, probably written for the state of Tennessee. Reverse side of the draft reads \"Tenn.\" Pencil notes state that it is to be signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Susan Pellet, but is not written in either woman's hand.","Printed leaflet or circular, appeal \"to the children of the public schools\" to make donations towards the preservation of Mount Vernon. ","RM 1045; ER 5686; a and b; Box 26","Handwritten copy.","Printed leaflet or circular, appeal from the Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham \"to the American Consuls\" to make donations towards the preservation of Mount Vernon. Multiple copies.","RM 1046; ER 5687; 1-26","Print copy of the address by Margaret Ann Comegys, Vice Regent of Delaware, to the Masons. She sent it from Dover, Delaware to the Worshipful Master and Wardens of the Masonic Order of Delaware. An appeal for funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon. It includes a clear statement regarding payments made to John A. Washington. ","ER 17; p. 10","Handwritten \"ode\" or poem about the poor condition of Mount Vernon and how funds must be raised to help because it is \"committed to our sacred trust.\"","Printed circular regarding sale of the portrait of Washington to benefit the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Suggests forming clubs to raise money and purchase one copy of the portrait for the group. Gives list of the Vice Regents to whom money should be submitted. Signed S.F. Watson. Folder also includes a letter by Devereux \u0026 Co., probably to Ann Pamela Cunningham, regarding copies of the Mount Vernon Record, dated January 12, 1859.","Printed circular, probably meant to be distributed with copies of the Mount Vernon Record.","Printed circular by Grand Master Philip C. Tucker, appealing to the Masons to contribute money to the purchase and care of Mount Vernon. Written in Vergennes. Embossed copy with note at the top \"To Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham.\" Duplicate copy also in folder. ","ER-D-2","News clipping announcing the completion of payments toward Mount Vernon - \"the Home and Grave of the Father of his Country, is now virtually the property of the Nation.\" She gives history of payments made, encourages the continuation of fundraising, and praises them for their work saying \"You have conquered ridicule - you have banished doubt - you have inspired faith - you have proven that Woman, in her appropriate sphere, on her heavenly appointed mission has dared to undertake that from which Man shrank appalled - and has triumphed where he failed!\"","ER 4; p. 31","Draft appeal to the Masonic Grand Lodge of Virginia from Miss Cunningham asking for aid for maintenance on Mount Vernon. She cites Virginia Grand Lodge action in December 1857 and lists amounts paid by different states. She also notes that objections on the basis of John A. Washington's attitude have been overcome and refers to her recent report on the subject. Says they have not paid what they promised thus far. Printed version is available in the following folder.","ER 11; p. 107, AL","Print circular or leaflet, appeal to the Masonic Order by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Draft version in previous folder.","Handwritten account of Ellen Key Blunt's reading to benefit Mount Vernon. The author wonders whether or not she could be called upon to continue her public readings on a tour similar to Edward Everett's orations.","(see also p. 94)","ER 4; p. 112","Handwritten notes in preparation for a speech, Ann Pamela Cunningham.","ER-11","Printed circular, gives background information on the Association and its purchase of Mount Vernon. Asks for continuing financial support for their mission. Signed Ann Pamela Cunningham. Multiple copies.","News clipping from the Daily Chronicle and Sentinel, Augusta, Georgia. An appeal to the Ladies of Tuscumbia, Alabama for Mount Vernon.","Various news clippings and one printed circular, appeals by Magdalen Blanding, Vice Regent for California.","News clipping from the Denver Republican, \"Appeal for Colorado to Assist in Beautifying Mount Vernon.\" by Alice H. Hill, Vice Regent for Colorado.","Two news clippings and one printed circular, appeals by Mary B. Goodrich, Vice Regent for Connecticut.","ER 4-49; p. 49; Box 11. ","Several news clippings and printed circulars, appeals by Margaret Comegys, Vice Regent for Delaware. Most are dated 1858-1859 or undated. One circular is dated 1876 and refers to the continuing need for funding and furnishing the Delaware Room.  ER 17; p. 221. RM-269; PS-2782.","News clipping from the Washington Intelligencer, \"Mount Vernon. Its History, Its Proprietors, Its Relics, Its Reminiscences and Its Present Condition.\"","News clipping \"Florida at Mount Vernon.\"","News clippings and printed leaflets with appeals written by the Vice Regent for Georgia, Philoclea Eve.","One news clipping from the Salem Advocate \"Mount Vernon Association\" addressed to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Salem; and one printed circular by the Vice Regent for Illinois, Elizabeth Barry, \"Mount Vernon. An Address to the People of Illinois.\"","Multiple news clippings from various Iowa newspapers. Several written by Jane Van Antwerp, Vice Regent for Iowa. Others have no author listed.","News clipping \"Appeal to the People of Kentucky\" by Rosa V. Johnson (Jeffrey), Vice Regent for Kentucky.","Two copies of a printed circular \"An Appeal for the Purchase and Future Preservation of the Home and Grave of Washington\" signed Margaretta Morse, Vice Regent for Louisiana. RM-214, ER-2681","One news clipping and two printed circulars with appeals written by the Vice Regent for Maine, Abba Little.","Two printed notices to the women of Maryland asking them to become involved with fundraising for Mount Vernon. Written by Eleanor Goldsborough, Vice Regent for Maryland.","Several copies of printed circulars or leaflets - one dated July 5, 1858 by Louisa Greenough, Vice Regent for Massachusetts, with note at bottom \"We, the undersigned\" with names of male supporters including Edward Everett. Another circular dated September 1858  with list of County Managers and Board of Counsellors at the bottom. One copy signed by Mrs. Harrison Gray Otis (Eliza Ann Otis), with one printed poem also by Mrs. Otis. RM-503, ER-4087","One printed appeal by Hannah Farnsworth, Vice Regent for Michigan, \"Appeal to the Ladies of Michigan,\" 1858. Also, one printed appeal dated 1868 by Ann Pamela Cunningham \"An Appeal from the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union\" with a note on the second page by Mrs. Farnsworth about the donations from Michigan. Note is dated 1878.","News clipping from the St. Paul Pioneer and Democrat newspaper with appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham \"The Mt. Vernon Fund.\"","Printed appointment for membership in the Mount Vernon Association (blank). Created by the Vice Regent for Mississippi to assign \"agents\" of the MVLA in her state. Signed \"Very Respectfully, \u0026c. C.A. McWillie. Vice President of the Mount Vernon Association for the State of Mississippi.\"","Small news clipping announcing the successful bill in the state legislature to appropriate $2,000 toward the Mount Vernon cause.","Printed circular \"An Appeal to the Women of New Hampshire\" written by Sarah King Hale, Vice Regent for New Hampshire. RM-796, ER-5209","One printed appeal by Helen Conover, Vice Regent for New Jersey, asking for donations to assist in the restoration of the New Jersey Room, ca. 1893. One printed circular with \"An Appeal to the Masonic Fraternity of the State of New Jersey\" and a \"Circular Letter\" to Masonic lodges, written by Nancy Halsted, Vice Regent for New Jersey, 1873.","Multiple copies of printed appeals and news clippings written by Mary Morris Hamilton, Vice Regent for New York."," RM 1044; ER-230; ER 5685; a and b.","News clipping \"For the Patriot - Appeal of the Mount Vernon Association, to the Ladies of Halifax County\" written by S.W. Joyner, Lady Manager of Halifax (NC).","Handwritten draft of an appeal written by Letitia Walker, Vice Regent for North Carolina, February 1860.","News clippings from Ohio newspapers with appeals for aiding Mount Vernon. One clipping specifically requesting donations toward the Ohio Room at Mount Vernon, 1883.","News clippings with printed appeals by Ann Pamela Cunningham, 1855-1859. Printed circulars and leaflets with appeals and requests for donations, undated and 1859. One circular by Lily Macalester (Laughton) dated February 22, 1859, with handwritten drafted letter on the reverse to \"My dear sir.\"\nER 13; p. 56-57, ALS. ER-D-3.","One printed circular appeal by Lucy Pickens, Vice Regent for South Carolina, 1883. News clippings from South Carolina newspapers, 1857 and undated.","News clippings from Tennessee newspapers and several printed circulars or leaflets with appeals by Mary Rutledge Fogg, Vice Regent for Tennessee. ER 10; p. 157. ER 10-225; ER-10.","News clippings with appeals by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Mary Cutts, Vice Regent for Vermont.","News clippings with appeals and multiple copies of the printed report of the Mount Vernon State Committee and Central Committee with Constitution. ER-4-22.","Two printed appeals, one by Mrs. E.O. Sampson Hoyt (author of \"Little George and His Hatchet\") and one \"To the People of Wisconsin\" by Martha Mitchell, Vice Regent for Wisconsin.","Bill for goods purchased by the MVLA. Marked payment received at bottom.","Handwritten partial copy of an article in a New York newspaper reporting on John Augustine Washington III's debt and how he \"swindled\" the ladies out of their money.","List of women in Virginia who contributed money toward the purchase of Washington's cane as a gift to Edward Everett. W-578","Signed statement by MVLA Treasurer F.H. Peabody that was sent from Boston to the MVLA. It includes a list of securities now held in trust, purchased from the proceeds of Edward Everett's lectures, and accumulating for the purpose of purchasing Mount Vernon. ER 3; p. 103, A","Bundle of several receipts for money received by Ann Pamela Cunningham toward payment for Mount Vernon. Some monies received from Vice Regents.","Account of money received by MVLA Treasurer in Richmond, VA. Mr. McFarland.","Account of money received by George W. Riggs, Treasurer, for Mount Vernon May-October 1858.","List of deposits in the hand of John Augustine Washington III, with note at the bottom regarding payment on April 6, \"APC.\"","Names and amounts collected for sale of Devereux and Co. portraits by Ann Pamela Cunningham.","John A. Washington authorizes Burke and Herbert Bank to receive payment. Also includes two messages of funds received from George W. Riggs, MVLA Treasurer, in February 1859.","RM 1059; ER 5699","Describes the account between Devereux \u0026 Co. and the MVLA as of 24 August 1859. It includes the money received from the sale of portraits, fifty percent of which goes to the MVLA. It also includes the $2157.48 debt of Devereux to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham, which was paid by a note dated four months from 19 September 1859. ","ER-D-111","Account of the proceeds for a ball and concert given in Sacramento, California \"under the auspices of\" Mrs. John B. Weller (wife of the governor of California), N.S. Long, Nm.J. Robertson, B.F. Hastings, and Leland Stanford. The total amount obtained was $445.","Handwritten statement by G.T. Devereux to David Paul Brown regarding the sale of portraits and books for the benefit of Mount Vernon.","ER-D-84","Bill issued by Philp \u0026 Solomons of the Metropolitan Bookstore for stationery, paper, and envelopes, April 1860.\n \nER 23; p. 211, ADS","Reports the dividends due the MVLA from the Rail Road Bank of Savannah, Georgia. The dividends will equal $336.87.","22-227","Notice from Whitman C. Bestor to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham that a draft for $600 drawn by Miss Cunningham on George W. Riggs, MVLA Treasurer, in favor of Devereux \u0026 Co. is protested for non-payment.","ER 22; p. 151, ALS","Letter from Deacon \u0026 Peterson at the Office of the Saturday Evening Post to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Deacon \u0026 Peterson are willing to sell electrotype plates of the \"Mount Vernon Record\" for $275 and can furnish the supplements Miss Cunningham mentioned for $12 per page. ","ER-D-65","Financial statement from John Augustine Washington III to the MVLA written in the hand of Upton Herbert, Superintendent of Mount Vernon. Account of expenses for an unspecified period, including nine dollars for coffins for three servants, one of them the wife of West Ford.","RM-523; ER-4273","Bill for the Mount Vernon wharf. The total bill was $4076.50 and it has been paid in full.","2-241","Bill for groceries on account of Sarah Tracy purchased June 1863 through December 1863. Note at the bottom that payment was received January 23, 1864.","This authorization for securities was sent by MVLA Vice Regents Mary Morris Hamilton and Margaret Comegys to MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. The Vice Regents acknowledge the loan of $400 by Riggs \u0026 Co. for repairs at Mount Vernon. They also authorize Riggs to place securities in the hands of the firm as a pledge for repayment of the loan.","This document was originally enclosed with a letter of the same date that was written by Mary M. Hamilton to George W. Riggs.","ER 23; p. 285, AD","Bill of lading from W. Baker of Borden Mining Company to the MVLA for twelve tons of coal.","Bill with list of groceries purchased from The American Tea Company by the MVLA throughout November 1866. Paid on December 7, 1866. (Date could actually be 1864 - not clear in the handwriting)","Bill with list of supplies and groceries purchased on account of Sarah Tracy, October through December 1866. Paid on December 17, 1866. Receipt by Nathaniel Boush and Co.","Sales record of money made at Mount Vernon in 1866-1867 by selling crops, bouquets, photographs. and entrance fees.","ER-16; p. 132","Bill showing meats purchased on the MVLA's account with John W. Benter in Alexandria, Virginia, Reverse side acknowledges payment of $32.40.","Bill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in December 1867. Acknowledges payment at the bottom.","Bill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in January through February 1868. Acknowledges payment at the bottom.","Statement of the MVLA's account by MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. It includes income and expenditures from 23 November 1867 to 26 February 1868. ","ER-22","Bill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in March and April 1868. Acknowledges receiving payment of $27.14.","Bill for goods purchased by the MVLA from Geo. Washington, General Commission Merchant, Alexandria, Virginia.","Bill from The American Tea Company for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA, May through July 1868.","Bill for meat purchased by the MVLA from John W. Benter, during July 1868. Acknowledge payment at the bottom.","Bill for meat purchased by the MVLA from John W. Benter during August 1868.","Bill for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA from The American Tea Company in September and October 1868.","Fragment of a bill with acknowledgement of payment from John W. Benter.","George W. Riggs' final account to the Regent and Vice Regents of the MVLA as Treasurer.","ER-22","Bill for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA from the American Tea Company during January through May 1870. Payment noted on June 3, 1870.","Bill for $164.70 for work done by Edgar Stevor at Mount Vernon in March and April 1872. Marked as received payment in full.","From Jay Cooke Co. in Washington, D.C. to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham - financial statement for the Masonic Monument Fund from 26 April 1871 to 1 June 1872. The balance is $1049.53.","ER 11; p. 161, AS","Order to pay the MVLA Secretary or Superintendent $300 from the Mount Vernon account, from Mrs. Martha Mitchell, Vice Regent of Wisconsin and Chairman of the Executive Committee, to F.D. Cooke, MVLA Tresurer. ","ER 18; p. 239, ALS","Handwritten copies of letters from Governor Wells to the MVLA regarding financial transactions including bills for legal services, payments on the wharf, etc.","Bill for work done by F.A. (Franklin A.) Whelan including \"painting on roof, cupola, windows etc. of Mansion House, Butlers House, Dairy, etc.\" with total of $66.00, dated August 27, 1874. Marked payment received on September 1, 1874.","The Regent in account with Riggs \u0026 Co. Washington, D.C. ER-20, p. 65","This 30 December check by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes is on Jay Cooke \u0026 Co. Bankers for $100.00.","This 17 January check by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes is on Jay Cooke \u0026 Co. Bankers for $100.00.","Receipt from MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. He notes that he received her checks for $829.67 and $500.00.","ER 22-3; p. 3, ADS","Receipt from Benjamin Yancey in Charleston, South Carolina to Ann Pamela Cunningham. He states that he received from her two bonds of the Commonwealth of Virginia worth $1000 each. The first bond is redeemable after 1 January 1887 and the second after 1 July 1888. They are due with coupons for the last payment attached and are to be delivered to William H. McFarlane, MVLA Treasurer. ","ER 11; p. 12, ALS","Multiple checks written by the MVLA for various payments. Riggs Bank and Burke and Herbert Bank.","Receipts for payments from Ann Pamela Cunningham or the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III, some written in the hand of John Augustine Washington or signed by APC.","Receipt for bonds from the  Virginia State Treasurer in Richmond, Virginia, to Mrs. Alice H. Dickinson, the MVLA Vice Regent of North Carolina. ","ER 14; p. 112, A","Receipt from Richmond, Virginia, by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edward Everett. She notes that she received from him $2696.40, which is to be applied to the purchase of Mount Vernon. Photograph copy with the original in folder.","ER 9; p. 164","Photograph copy of a promissory note by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to John A. Washington III. She promises to pay Washington $57,000 plus interest by 1 January 1859 towards the purchase of Mount Vernon.","Receipt for money given by Anna Cora Ritchie to Ann Pamela Cunningham through Susan Pellet. Also notes check sent to Mr. Washington. Note regarding money from bonds and interest on the reverse.","Handwritten copy of receipt written by John Augustine Washington III for payment made by the MVLA on April 7, 1858.","Receipt from Devereux \u0026 Co. to Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging that the company borrowed $150.00 from her.","ER-D-43","Certificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund No. 1 to Robert Bonner for $10,000. Signed by Edward Everett. Folder also includes photograph copy.","ER 9; p. 208, A","Handwritten copy of a note for payment of $57,000 to John Augustine Washington III toward purchase of Mount Vernon in December 1858.","Check from Riggs Bank and the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III for $59,242 toward purchase of Mount Vernon. First installment made after initial down payment in April 1858.","Certificate for donation of 50 cents to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund by No. 34 Charlotte Everett Wise, signed by Edward Everett. Photograph copy also in folder.","ER 9; p. 208, A","Check for $56.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co. The money was taken from the account of MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs.","Check for $450.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Certificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for one dollar by Mrs. C.M. Bissell, No. 158. Signed by Edward Everett.","A-580, M-1673","Certificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for one dollar by Mrs. W.B. Spooner, No. 161. Signed by Edward Everett and Mr. Peabody. RM-918, ER-5450","Receipt for $10,000 payment by the MVLA through George W. Riggs to Burke and Herbert bank, John Augustine Washington III.","RM-1051, ER-5692","Receipt from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaretta Morse, the MVLA Vice Regent of Louisiana. Miss Cunningham acknowledges that she received from Mrs. Morse a check for $55.00 for Washington portraits.","Receipt recognizing payment from Margaret Ann Comegys, the MVLA Vice Regent of Delaware. Check for $65.00, money obtained from the sale of portraits and the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"","ER 11; p. 80, ALS","Receipt for two payments from the MVLA through George W. Riggs to John Augustine Washington III's account at Burke and Herbert Bank. First payment of $10,000, second payment of $5,000.","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $626.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt from George W. Riggs to Ann Pamela Cunningham. He acknowledges receiving from her $686.00 for an MVLA contribution by Kentucky.","21-241","Check for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment by Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The receipt is for $13.00 for portraits. There are other notations regarding portraits and Records at the bottom of the receipt. ","ER-D-31","Receipt for Wells Fargo and Co.'s Express delivery of a gold bar from Louis M. Lane that is valued at $3302.74. The bar is to be forwarded to Philadelphia and delivered to Ann Pamela Cunningham. ","ER-1-134","Check for $720.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $250.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment from Margaretta Morse, Vice Regent of Louisiana, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $50.00. The money was obtained through the sale of Washington portraits.","Check for $460.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment from Miss Cunningham to Devereux and Co. for $30.00, which came from portraits received by Mrs. Pellet. On the bottom of the document someone, possibly Ann Pamela Cunningham, has written the following: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026 Co.\"","ER-D-29; Box 1","Check for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $100.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check from Wells Fargo \u0026 Co. paying Ann Pamela Cunningham $1163.64.","ER-1; p. 135","Check for $150.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment of Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The company acknowledges that it has received from Miss Cunningham $16.00, which came from portraits. On the bottom of the document, the following is written in another hand: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026 Co.\"","ER-D-35","Receipt for payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The company acknowledges that it has received from Miss Cunningham $21.00, which was transferred by Miss Kate L. Jarvis of Vermont. On the bottom of the document, the following is written in another hand: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026 Co.\"","ER-D-34","Certificate for donation of $1.00 to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for Thomas Nickerson, No. 1624. Signed by Edward Everett. ","RM-1030; MS-5662","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co. The money was taken from the account of MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs.","Receipt from Sarah Sibley, the Vice Regent for Minnesota, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $30.00.\nER 11; p. 90, AS","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment from Magdalen Blanding, Vice Regent for California, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $1163.64.","ER 1; p. 135, AS","Check for $200.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Promissory note from Devereux \u0026 Co. to Ann Pamela Cunningham. The company promises to pay Miss Cunningham $2157.48 in four months.","ER-D-67","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. for $350.00.","Check for $150.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $300.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $200.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $5000.00 from the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III's account at Burke and Herbert bank. ER-5693","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $600.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check on George W. Riggs, Esq. Treasurer MVLA for $400","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $500.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check Mr. George W. Riggs Treasurer MVLA for $350.","Check for $600.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment of $43.72 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co.","ER-D-36","Check for $500.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for Miss Tracy's service as a private secretary and for a washerwoman. Miss Tracy notes receiving $35.50 from APC.","See also p. 88. ","ER 16; p. 83","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for Miss Tracy's service as a private secretary and for a washerwoman. Miss Tracy notes receiving $33.50 from APC.","See also p. 88.","16-83\nER 16; p. 83","Receipt from N.B. Devereux to Ann Pamela Cunningham. Devereux notes that he received from Miss Cunningham $300.00 for the May number of the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"","ER-D-89; Box 43","Receipt for payment from APC to Sarah Tracy. Miss Tracy notes receiving $99.00, which covers two and a half months of Miss Tracy's salary in advance from 15 September to 15 December.","See also receipts p. 83, 89, 92. ","ER 16; p. 88, ALS","Receipt for payment of Ann Pamela Cunningham to Sarah Tracy for salary. Miss Tracy acknowledges receiving from Miss Cunningham $60.00 \"in advance of additional salary to be paid at the option of the [MVLA].\"","See also receipts, p. 83, 88.","ER 16; p. 89, ALS","Receipt for payment from the MVLA to James Reid Lambdin for painting a portrait of Ann Pamela Cunningham. It is a signed receipt with an itemized bill for work on the portrait.","Auth file M-405/A; AS","Fragment reads \"Rec Payment, John W. Benter\" with Washington 2 cent stamp. Date 1863 written on the stamp.","Receipt written by E.W. Vyle, executor of John Augustine Washington's estate, for payment from Sarah C. Tracy. Vyle acknowledges receiving from Miss Tracy $100.00, which is due to the estate.","ER 16; p. 111, A","Two receipts from Wm. and J.C. Martin \u0026 Co. in Columbia to Ann Pamela Cunningham. The receipts are for Confederate bonds which were worth $2743.50 and $2746.20.","ER 11; p. 176","Receipt is from George Siggers to Upton H. Herbert, MVLA Superintendent. Siggers acknowledges receiving from Herbert $53.00 for 50 bushels of corn.","Receipt from John R. Masters to the MVLA acknowledging he received $96.00 for purchase of coal.","Receipt from William Bell in Philadelphia acknowledged payment from APC for $64.37 for photographs sold.from the MVLA.","Receipt from Upton Herbert acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100.","Letter with receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham and forwarding his new address for his photography business. Acknowledges receiving $21.90 from her.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Nalley for $272.00.","Check to and from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $75.60.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaretta Morse for $61.60.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to F.D. Richardson for $22.16.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to W. Arthur Taylor for  $180.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Upton Herbert for $1500.00.","Receipt acknowledging payment by the MVLA \"for all indebtedness to Miss S.C. Tracy.\"","ER 16; p. 144, ALS","Check from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $300.00.","Check from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to Wise \u0026 Co. for $127.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to MVLA Superintendent Upton H. Herbert for $92.97.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham for bills for furniture, crockery, etc. for $111.40.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $45.75.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to George Washington for $32.52.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mr. Legg for $200.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Washington \u0026 Herbert (previously cataloged as Washington L. Herbert) for $27.41.","Check made out to \"myself\" by Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Nalley for $100.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $100.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Craig for $200.","Receipt from William Bell of Philadelphia acknowledging the payment of Miss S.W. Tiffey for $30.00 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to A.T. Lynn for $80.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from S.W. Tiffey for $62.27 for photos sold at Mount Vernon. acknowledges receiving from her $62.27.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for photos sold at Mount Vernon for $39.03.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $44.33 for photographs sold at Mount Vernon.","Receipt is from Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging a payment from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth for $377.00, which was paid to him by Mr. Dongan \"on monthly settlement with Boat Co.\"","ER 11; p. 160, AS","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $43.35 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $69.88 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to G.G. Cornwell \u0026 Son of the American Tea Company for $85.67.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $200.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $300.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $450.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $250.00.","Handwritten note to the bank, Jay Cooke and Co., by Ann Pamela Cunningham to pay Nancy Halsted $245.15.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaret Comegys for $17.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Alexander Gardner for $49.22.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Captain Stackpole for $110.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100..","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes. It is a check on Jay Cooke \u0026 Co. for $51.04.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100..","Receipt signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging payment of $445.40 from Superintendent Hollingsworth.","ER 11; p. 160, AS","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edgar Stevor for $20.","Check for $250.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth for $200.","Two documents regarding payment for insurance on Mount Vernon. Check for $62.50 from Wise and Co. to James Sykes, and a receipt or note on payment, Continental Insurance Co.","Note by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the bank, Jay Cooke \u0026 Co., to pay $300 to Mary McMakin.","Check from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth to Mrs. Lily L.M. Berghmans (later Laughton), Acting Regent of the MVLA, for $1000.","Receipt for payment to David Clair for $13.12 by the MVLA for \"carpenter's work on fence.\"","Receipt for payment to George Hallings for $24.05 by the MVLA for \"carpenter's work on fence.\" for thirteen and three-quarters days of carpentry work on a fence.","Receipt for payment to Edward Clare for $19.50 by the MVLA for \"work on fence.\"for thirteen days of carpentry work on a fence.","Receipt for payment from the MVLA to Thomas Craig for \"masonry work at the greenhouse laying a flue,\" and other work. ","ER-11","Canceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811","Canceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811","List of contributions given in the state of Maine toward the Mount Vernon fund, ca. 1858. Probably written by the Vice Regent, Abba Little. ER-19, p. 73","Letter signed \"Senior Class\" of the women's college - College Temple - in Newnan, Georgia. Lists subscriptions collected by the senior class to contribute to Mount Vernon. Dated August 10, no year. ER-10-65","List of subscribers, unknown source. ER-448","Subscribers on \"Mrs. Catherine Ray's list\" of contributions to the Mount Vernon Fund, Caldwell Parish, LA. ER-445","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Moore, Carroll Parish, LA. ER-450","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Samuel Templeton in Monticello, Carroll Parish, LA. ER-447","Fragment list of subscribers or \"Subscription Paper of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" from Charleston, South Carolina. Notes written in Ann Pamela Cunningham's hand.","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Scarborough at Lake Providence, LA. ER-442","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Bernan in Lake Providence, LA. ER-443","List of subscriptions collected by Ninita L. Bry in multiple parishes in Louisiana including Ouachita, Jeffereson, Orleans, and Caldwell.","List of subscriptions collected in Madison Parish, LA - \"Mrs. Henrietta Amis' List - Acknowledge and Forwarded\" written on reverse. ER-449","List of subscriptions collected in Monroe Parish and Caldwell Parish, LA. Marked as \"Mrs. C. Rays' List.\" ER-444","Facsimile copy of the list of subscribers in Orange County, North Carolina. R-354, PS-1193","\"Subscription Paper of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" collected for Rapides Parish, LA. Signed \"Mrs. Dr. Davidson's list.\"","\"Subscription Paper of the Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" with the first subscriber listed/signed as Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100. Other subscribers names written in her hand. ERL-33","Annotated \"no. 64\" and \"Anna Cora Ritchie Vice Regent for Virginia\" on the front page. Only a few subscriptions are named. Gift of the Alderman Library, University of Virginia, 1981.","Blank form for subscriptions to Mount Vernon. Several correction notes to wording of the form.","Note with names J.W. Labouisse, Peter Labouisse, and Charles Labouisse. No amounts of subscriptions listed. ER-452","Typescript copy of page 283 in the January 1856 Godey's Lady's Book listing subscriptions or donations to the \"Ladies' Mount Vernon Association.\"","\"No. 237. Subscription book obtained by Mrs. Josiah Ballard, Lady Assistant Manager for Plympton, Appointed by Mrs. James H. Mitchell, Manager for Plymouth Co.\"","Blank certificate \"by virtue of the contribution of $_ is a Member of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union.\" Signed by Mary Morris Hamilton, Vice Regent for New York. ","R-359, ER-1197","List of subscribers from Boeuff Prairie Parish, Franklin, Louisiana. List of Mrs. Mariana Grayson. Total money earned from these subscriptions was $30.50.","ER-432; AD","Printed list of counties in New York with their total contributions.","List of subscribers and their contributions made toward purchasing fire equipment for the protection of Mount Vernon. List kept by Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine.","Brief handwritten sketch of Ann Pamela Cunningham with information on Robert Cunningham, her father, on the reverse side.","Brief handwritten biography and genealogy of Jane Maria Van Antwerp, Vice Regent for Iowa.","Photocopy of a typed biography of John Augustine Washington III. It is a copy of the original typescript in Lawrence Washington's gift box of original manuscripts in Special Collections.","RM-524; ER-4312","Typed biography of Mrs. Townsend.","Brief handwritten sketch of Mrs. Louisa Cunningham, mother of Ann Pamela Cunningham. ","ER 11; p. 183","Brief notes made on the biographies of the first two Vice Regents of New Jersey, Phebe Ogden and Nancy Halsted. ERL-43","Handwritten draft describing several events in the early years of the MVLA written by an unknown person. ER-11-43","Handwritten draft describing some early events in the history of the MVLA, unknown author. ER-11-215","Lists grants and deeds that show the change of ownership of Mount Vernon. Written by Margaret Sweat.","Copy (incomplete) of a typed memoir dictated by Fannie Keith Arnold about her aunt, Sarah Tracy. RM-205, TYP-2660/a","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Handwritten copies and extracts of letters and reminiscences from the early history of the MVLA including the \"Reminiscences of Miss Cunningham\" by Miss Virginia Hale Watson Campbell for the Record Committee, paper noted by Mrs. Hudson.","Handwritten account of the history of the Board of Visitors by Margaret Sweat. Covers dates 1856-1885.","Brief handwritten biographical sketch of Mary Goodrich, Vice Regent for Connecticut.","ER 4; p. 74, A","Printed booklet with a letter from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Sarah Tracy concerning the earliest years and history of the MVLA in her own words.","ER 4; p. 13","Printed booklet with story and advertisements for \"Martha Washington's Hair Restorer.\" Unknown if affiliated with the MVLA.","Small print booklet \"Mount Vernon, A Poem by G.T. Ward, Esq., Written at the request of the ladies of the Florida Mount Vernon Association. Delivered at the Lake Bradford festival and other occasions. Published in Aid of the Mount Vernon Fund.\"","Leaflet (3 copies) \"Aid to the Mount Vernon Fund, For the Purchase and Restoration of Washington's Home. Stuart's Gold-Mounted Oil Portrait of Washington.\" Portraits for sale by Devereux and Co. for the benefit of Mount Vernon. Includes description of portraits and teh MVLA's efforts.","Folded leaflet (2 copies) advertising the sale of Washington's portait by Devereux and Co. through the Vice Regents from each state.","News clipping originally reported in the Chicago Tribune concerning a man named George S. Williams in LaSalle County who was collecting money on behalf of the MVLA without their knowledge or sanction.","ER-23; p. 296","Letters between John Augustine Washington III and John H. Gilmer published in the Richmond Whig newspaper, 1854. Gilmer informs Washington that the ladies of Richmond and Manchester have appointed him to correspond with the proprietor of Mount Vernon in order to ascertain what price would be agreeable to convey Mount Vernon to the MVLA. He encloses the printed proceedings, constitution, and address of the MVLA (not included here). Gilmer hopes that Washington's reply will be satisfactory to all concerned. ","ER-1-14","News clipping entitled \"From Cape May,\" from the Pennsylvania State Committee, MVLA. The Committee responds to the proposal of the Southern Matron (Ann Pamela Cunningham) to purchase the home and grave of George Washington. Subscriptions were opened and officers were appointed in anticipation of the State Committee for Pennsylvania, which is to be formed by them in September.","ER-4-19; Box 11","Printed booklet, \"Written and delivered in North Carolina, in 1856, for the benefit of the Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association.\" Gazette Job Print, Leaksville, N.C. 1896.","Clipping with announcement of John Augustine Washington III's intention to sell Mount Vernon to the federal government or the State of Virginia.","(From the N.Y. Commercial Advertiser) Announcing the passage of the Act of Incorporation for the MVLA and its intent to purchase Mount Vernon and give it to the State of Virginia. Includes contents and wording of the Act of Incorporation.","Leaflet or broadside (2 copies) advertising the sale of \"Mementos of Mount Vernon\" or the \"Mount Vernon Gem,\" created in the Mount Vernon Factory by James Crutchett. The \"Gem\" is a likeness of Washington or his tomb mounted on a circular frame made of wood taken from the Mount Vernon estate. The leaflet also includes information on Crutchett's agreement with John Augustine Washington III which allowed him to remove wood from the estate and use it in the manufacture of souvenirs. Includes 2018-A-016.","News clipping with printed letter from Virginia Governor Henry A. Wise, who writes from Richmond, to Anna Cora Ogden Ritchie, Mount Vernon Central Committee. The letter is his reply after the MVLA asked him to negotiate with John Augustine Washington III on their behalf. One other news clipping summarizes the correspondence but does not print it in full. Wise suggests that the organization prepare a constitution and by-laws as well as appoint Edward Everett their advocate and agent in raising funds.","ER 1; p. 52","Incomplete publication entitled \"Doc. No. 1\" (unknown source) with printed letters pertaining to the MVLA and the Acts of Incorporation for the Association.","News clipping with printed letter from David Paul Brown of Philadelphia to Ann Pamela Cunningham answering an appeal, a pamphlet by \"A Southern Matron\" (Ann Pamela Cunningham). He offers his support to Mount Vernon.","ER 1; p. 68","\"John A. Washington, Vindicated\" and \"An Oration on the Origin, Purposes and Claims of the Ladies' Mt. Vernon Association\" by Andrew H.H. Dawson. Savannah: E.J. Purse, Printer, No. 6 Whitaker Street. 1858","Folded leaflet or circular advertising the sale of an illuminated copy of Washington's Farewell Address for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association printed by Devereux and Co. Two copies, one with handwritten note to Ann Pamela Cunningham from G.T. Devereux.","ER 17; p. 8, ALS","Printed leaflet announcing the amendments to the Act of Incorporation for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Handwritten note at top reads \"Please publish this in New Orleans and announce that Mt. Vernon is to be the property of the Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union. Contract is already made.\"","Copied from the \"New York Day Book\" this article appeared in the Mount Vernon Record and is titled \"Mount Vernon.\" It gives the names of prominent women in various states who are actively engaged in raising funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon and describes their \"indefatigable\" efforts. \nER 4; p. 47","Clipping from a newspaper in North Carolina announcing a lecture or oration by Edward Everett on George Washington. ","9-241","Clippings announcing the subscriptions collected in Florida toward the Mount Vernon Fund (one or both may be from the Mount Vernon Record).","ER 4-130; p.130","Two short clippings discussing donations made to the Mount Vernon Fund, including money contributed by the \"Chauncy Hall School.\" Unknown newspapers or publication.\nER 4; p. 47","News clipping \"Purchase of the Mt. Vernon Estate\" and signed \"Connecticutensis.\" Provides a brief history of the movement with special reference to New York. It also discusses Edward Everett's gift and gives the names of active workers.","ER 4; p. 45","Facsimile of a news clipping with printed letters announcing an Edwin Booth performance to benefit the Mount Vernon Fund.","News article with printed correspondence between Ann Pamela Cunningham and John Augustine Washington III, and an announcement that the MVLA is to purchase the estate of Mount Vernon.","Printed article (5 copies) by Benson J. Lossing in the form of a letter to \"Mr. Editor.\" Lossing \"earnestly hope[s]...the whole sum required for the purchase, renovation and adornment of Mount Vernon will be in the hands of the [MVLA].\"","News clipping with letter to the editor by the Vice Regent for Florida, Catherine Murat, concerning subscriptions and fundraising for Mount Vernon.","ER 4; p. 195, SL","Poem written for the Mount Vernon Record - \"Mount Vernon\" by Mrs. Lydia H. Sigourney.","Printed booklet \"Address of Past Grand Master R.K. Call, Delivered at the Capital of Florida, by Request of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, on the 24th of June, 1859...For the Benefit of the Mount Vernon Purchase.\" Tallahasee: Office of the Floridian and Journal, Printed by Jones \u0026 Dyke. ","4-250","Photocopies from Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine, February 1859, p. 176-178 with article on the progress of the \"Mount Vernon Association\" with list of its officers.","RM-250; ER-2747/a-c","Clipping from the Puget Sound Herald celebrating Washington's birthday and raising awareness for the Ladies' Association's fundraising efforts. Gives extracts from appeals by a lady manager in Oregon, Mrs. Kate Williams.","Two copies of a printed letter from Devereux \u0026 Co. addressed to \"Madam.\" It is a notice sent to contributors to the Mount Vernon fund in order to enlist their support for the \"Mount Vernon Record.\" The company asks for the recipient's name as a patron to the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"","ER-D-78","Clipping, \"Editors of the Floridian \u0026 Journal\" describing a festival to benefit the Mount Vernon Fund. Signed \"Alpha.\"","Clipping from \"The Press\" in Philadelphia reporting on efforts to raise money for the purchase of Mount Vernon.","ER 1; p. 123","\"Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine\" with an article in the \"Editor's Table\" section entitled \"The Purchase of Mount Vernon,\" which comments on the MVLA's acquisition of George Washington's home. The article begins on page 560.","RM-744; ER-4989","Clipping from an unknown Pennsylvania newspaper. The article is entitled \"Purchase of Mount Vernon--Another $10,000 Paid\" and describes the current work of the MVLA.","ER 1; p. 135","Clipping from a California newspaper with article on a \"Trip to Mount Vernon\" with intro \"For the Press.\" It comments favorably on the beauty of Mount Vernon and the work of the MVLA. Mentions Upton Herbert and West Ford. Signed J.H.","ER 1; p. 136","\"Extra\" issue of the Mount Vernon Record. ","ER-D-74","Leaflet or broadside entitled \"Special Notice\", with information about the sale of Washington portraits by N. Broughton Devereux and M.H. Traubel. Devereux reports that the future publication of \"Washington Portraits\" will be under the management of M.H. Traubel. Traubel gives notice that he will take orders for portraits. He also wants to be informed whether any portraits ordered from the late firm of Devereux \u0026 Co. have not been delivered, since the MVLA is anxious to fill arrears orders.","ER-D-76","Handwritten transcript copy of an announcement in the Charleston Daily Courier, 26 November 1860 regarding Ann Pamela Cunningham's move to Alexandria, VA.","Printed letter or appeal from Christie Johnson, former secretary, to the Vice Regents of the MVLA. She appeals for a peace convention at Mount Vernon.\nER 13; p. 55","Clipping, letter addressed to \"Messrs. Editors\" stating states that Mount Vernon has not been overrun by a band of rebels. Since the Federal occupation of Alexandria, Virginia, not one Southern soldier has visited Mount Vernon.","15-79","Printed address of Ann Pamela Cunningham upon her retirement.","From the \"Laurensville Herald,\" a South Carolina newspaper. It discusses the death and funeral of former MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham at the age of 58.","A.L.S. 4 pp. Message reports various family situations and related news items. John will bring Maria to stay with A.P.C. for a visit.","A.L.S. 1 p. Acknowledges receipt of her note and is just now finding time to answer same. Is sorry to hear of her illness. A-280","A.L.S. Expresses her desire to see Mount Vernon perserved and is willing to try and raise money to accomplish this. She sees this as a duty for American women. Draft and transcription of the letter in separate folders.","A.L. 1 p. Is sending a bank book with this note which indicates that he deposited in Farmers Bank to the credit of Miss Cunningham the checks accompanying her note of the third last. He returns the check for $200 as requested by Mrs. Pellet. The bonds were placed in the vault. ER-10-37","A.L.S. 1 p. Reports that he has read the Association's eloquent appeal in the newspaper - hopes the Bill will be a success throughout the \"Old Dominion.\" Does not wish to lend his name at this time. ER-3-2","A.L.S. 4 pp. Has read about the Southern Matron's plan to purchase Mount Vernon and asks for a subscription book and instructions for carrying on MV work. An Albany New York friend wishes also to help the cause. Offers to give references of character and suitability for work. ER-13-195","A.L.S. 4 pp. Awaits answer to the letter he sent to John A. Washington regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon. If satisfactory he will start to raise $200,000 in Virginia. Mode of investment of trusts can be satisfactory. ER-3-3","A.L.S. 4 pp. Tact and knowledge of Virginians needed. Richmond papers published proceedings and address, the county papers followed suit. As representative of Va. Central Mount Vernon Association, has asked John A. Washington his price for Mount Vernon. Business aspects needed now. ER-3-4","A.L.S. 2 pp. Editor of Southern Watchman knows the identity of the Southern Matron. Counsels against keeping affairs secret. He has kept her desire in this to date, but advises that she now reveal her identity. ER-3-5","A.L.S. 4 pp. Gilmer encloses copies of his letters to John A. Washington and replies therefrom. His feeling that the Association needs business-like organization. Has written Washington in very plain terms and may ask for an interview. Regarding keeping her identity unknown, he states that he receives thousands of requests for her name. Misunderstandings that arise. ER-3-7","A.L.S. 3 pp. Approves the Inquirer's note but thinks it not explicit about first steps for formation of committee at Cape May. Dr. Freeman offers plans for reaching orgs. and individuals and wants APC to meet him. Discusses holding public meetings. Asks how APC can keep her name from public. ER-13-197","A.L.S. 1 p. He approves of her not writing to John A. Washington and thinks his own letters will force Mr. Washington to act. ER-3-8","Autograph letter signed. Louisburg, Franklin County, North Carolina. Arete Johnson, a lady manager for the MVLA, writes to another woman entreating her to help with the cause of raising money for the purchase of Mount Vernon. She explains that she has been assigned this duty as the \"Presiding Lady\" of Franklin County but needs the help of others. Johnson places emphasis on collecting money from other women and girls.","Writes on behalf of sick sister. Refers to dedicating writings to her.","Arranging a visit when her sister will be there.","A.L.S. 1 p. Has sent a statement to Mr. Brewster for newspaper. Asks for copies of yesterday's Inquirers. She and three other ladies will do all possible before meeting. ER-13-218","A.N. 1 p. Invitation to visit her as she is currently paying a brief visit to her sister in Brookline, MA. A-280","A.L.S. 1 p. \"With every disposition to gratify the Ladies of the South whom you so eloquently represent, I must yet reluctantly adhere to the position I have already taken, viz to dispose of Mount Vernon only to the United States or to Virginia directly.\" ER-9-5","A.L.S. 4 pp. The publication of John A. Washington's decision is depressing. Reports activities by Mrs. Harrison and others. ER-1-11","A.L.S. 3 pp. Thinks she has decided literary talents and hopes the use of them will occupy her mind. Is difficult in getting a magazine to accept articles by young writers but that is an objection that can be surmounted.","A.L.S. 4 pp. Miss Cunningham regrets the delay in publications as she fears it may lose help and support. The Mausoleum project is secondary. ER-1-13","A.L.S. 4 pp. Miss Cunningham hopes for notice in the January number of Lady's Book. She relies on Mr. Gilmer's advice and efforts in securing Mount Vernon. For her own information she asks for copies of letters sent out regarding Mount Vernon. ER-1-17","A.L.S. 4 pp. Expresses appreciation of his devotion to the cause. Miss Hale of Lady's Book called and approved \"my letter.\" Some Washington cousins offer their influence with John A. Washington. Mrs. McFarland offers piece of first coffin in which George Washington was buried. ER-1-15","A.L.S. 4 pp. Discusses Virgini'as place in the Association. Gives directions to Vice Regents in Pennsylvania and Georgia. Savannah's response is favorable. Official publications are now needed also February 22nd celebrations. Severe illnesses are alwasy delaying her plans. South Carolina and Alabama are inactive; Mrs. Harrison gives reason for Virginia's apathy. Is weighed down by responsibility of undertaking and worker's dependence on her. She regrets the publication of John A. Washington's letter. ER-1-19","A.L.S. 4 pp. Collectors to meet at Mrs. Claghorn's. Letters received from other parts of the State. Mr. Moran has not received subscription book. ER-13-215","A.L.S. 2 pp. Her husband will arrange for her to meet General Smith on his return to the city, is now \"stumping\" the state. ER-13-196","A.N. 1 p. Regarding the Regent's sending a note of thanks to the Editors of the Bulletin and the Inquirer. ER-13-216","A.L.S. 2 pp. Regarding publicity in the Bulletin which will print one hundred circulars for twelve dollars. Regrets Richmond delay. Will show circulars to Dr. Freeman. ER-13-217","A.L.S. 1 p. Mrs. Milward asks Miss Cunningham not to employ Mr. Moran on subscriptions as she has a more qualified person in mind. ER-13-194","Old Trinity Church has \"stars and stripes\" and also \"Eagle\" on wal - Church in olden days burial place of Dortmough family whose Coat of Arms was stars and stripes. This family married into Washington family. Eagle on Coat of Arms of Washington family. Author could be Mrs. Greenough or Mrs. Goodrich. (VRs).","A.L.S. 2 pp. Had one thousand pamphlets printed which are the gift of Mr. Gaskill and some other gentleman. ER-13-199","A.L. 4 pp. retained copy. Miss Cunningham appeals to Mrs. Ritchie to enlist her aid in the \"cause.\" She cites the fine work of North Carolina and Georgia. of Mrs. Mead and Mrs. Randolph Harrison; Virginia's inactivity; the \"chilling\" effects of John A. Washington's published letter. She requests that her \"incognito\" be preserved. ER-1-27","A.L.S. 4 pp. She sends a letter to Mrs. Ritchie through Mr. Gilmer; thinks that her abilities will be a great asset to the Association. Richmond committee inactive - a new one may bring better results - one thousand publications are ready for the north - Only personal appeals bring results. ER-1-27","A.L.S. 4 pp. Reports that Mrs. Dickinson, Vice Regent for North Carolina raised twelve dollars. Expresses despair over Mr. John A. Washington's letter. She wishes to enlist Mrs. Ritchie's talents. One thousand Mount Vernon pamphlets printed for distribution - were donated by a gentleman. ER-1-25","A.L.S. 7 pp. Impatient over the delay in distributing the one thousand publications - Richmond committee's inactivity and delay in sending material to Lady's Book - Discusses published answer to John A. Washington - Insists Virginia must lead as \"Mother State\" - Declares that a \"full purse\" not merits count now - Central Committee includes \"Richmond Committee\" and Virginia Ladies - She commends Mrs. Ritchie's energy and practical ideas; urges wider publicity through newspapers, especially in Virginia - Discusses Central Committee - a \"Circular to the Ladies of the Union\"; a substitute inserted for a communication regarding the Cetnral Committee - Plans for a meeting in Richmond. ER-1-29","A.L.S. 3 pp. Matters regarding publicity for the Association - Asks for insturctions in going to Georgia. ER-3-9","A.L.S. 6 pp. John A. Washington insists on the publication of her original letter - Gives causes of and remedies for Gilmer's substitute letter which she had not seen before publication - Declares time has come for more formal organization, for corresponding and recording secretaries and adequate publicity. ER-1-31","A.L.S. 4 pp. Mount Vernon Association met the 19th in Richmond. Includes the names of ladies to send publicity literature. Reports Mrs. Ritchie's activities. ER-3-9","A.L.S. 4 pp. Passes on some advice relative to the fundamentals of journalism. A-280","14 pp. Replies to his desire to have a more organized Association. ER-1-37","A.L.S. 3 pp. Editors of Literary Messenger deliver addresses on Mount Vernon Association, February 22, with appeal for purchase of Mount Vernon. Begs Regent to write clearly so there will be no misunderstandings, ER-3-9","A.L. 2 pp. Incomplete. She offers personal advice that Annie Frobisher must not let her personal trouble break her spirit. A-280","A.D.S. Philadelphia. 4 pp. In a draft copy of an appeal, Ann Pamela Cunningham outlines the history and aims of the southern Mount Vernon Association. See also: Series 2. Appeals - \"Washington Circular\", 24 November 1854, and another draft appeal to the Daughters of Washington, 27 March 1855. ER-11-205","A.L.S. 2 pp. Reports that illness in family interrupts her Mount Vernon work, but notes all that Ann Pamela Cunningham asks and will do all possible. ER-13-221","A.L.S. 2 pp. Mrs. Ritchie reports that she is recovering from illness and will go to stay at Brandon on the James River. A-280","A.L.S. 2 pp. Sorry to have missed seeing you, but was obliged to go to Boston. Hopes to call on Tuesday when travels to Cambridge.","A.L.S. 4 pp. Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Pellet and others canvas Richmond for funds; circulars sent to prominent men; other publicity. Despairs of understanding discussion on constitution. Dissatisfaction with two committees. ER-3-10","A.L.S. 4 pp. Letter contains a number of personal matters, among them she plans to visit Boston. A-280","A.L.S. 6 pp. The circulars requested were sent; refers to lack of harmony in the Association and advises turning all \"motives\" into benefit work for Mount Vernon; appointment of honorary members; reports on various individuals helping Mount Vernon; Mrs. Hale, Lady's Book continues to give space to Mount Vernon. ER-3-11","A.L.S. 4 pp. two copies. The Committee regrets that they did not understand Miss Cunningham's views and wishes regarding the nature of teh duties required of the Central Committee. Now propose to adopt the Constitution forwarded to APC through Mrs. Ritchie. The Committee proposes four names for membership. ER-10-39, ER-3-12","A.L.S. 3 pp. MacFarland renders an opinion relative to the changing of the Constitution of the Mount Vernon State Committee. ER-3-13","A.L.S. 4 pp. Is very critical of the Richmond group. Asks if APC will separate from them if new organization has been formed. ER-13-200","A.L.S. 4 pp. She reports attending two meetings of State Commitee; disapproves of reorganization; She will continue to work but not as an officer; State Committee plans to publish proceedings and constitution in a pamphlet for national distribution. Publicity continues in Messenger and also through Miss Hale. The Regent's official letter was received by the Committee. Has given the Post Office orders for delivery of mail for the defunct Central Committee of the Union. ER-3-14ER-3-14","A.L.S. 8 pp.\n- Dr. Freeman, continued support\n- Richmond Committee, reorganization of \n- Cape May Movement\n- Gov. Pollock's Speech\n- Dr. Hodge, Cape May trip, pub. of papers\n- Mrs. Ritchie, in praise of\n- Favors MVLA as a national organization\nER 13 p. 201","A.L.S. 6 pp.\n- MVLA circulars received \n- Dr. Freeman, meeting with\n- Augustus Duganne (poet) offers assistance\n- Bunch and McClellan poetry to be published\n- Resolutions to be ready the 24th\nER-13\np. 202, 203","The Society is now organizing a committee for the purpose of raising funds to aid the movement for the restoration of George Washington's tomb. Signed by Henri de L'Eluse, A. Lanson, F.C. Forbes, H. Frey, G. Yehl, St.Gaudens.\nER-3\np. 15","A.L.S. 4 pp.\n- Dr. Freeman, sent to Norfolk to help with epidemic was unable to procure copies of the resolution\n- Grand Council, should be postponed until after next month\n- Ladies in the West, no reply\n- Fife, presented by G.W. to Mr. Fulkrod at Battle of Germantown\n- Mr. Wagner unable to contribute\nER-13\np. 209","A.L.S. 3pp. \nAn appeal to the women of foreign lands for aid in the rescue of Mount Vernon.\nER-11\np. 202","A.L.S. 8 pp. \nGeneral discussion and criticism of the new State Association of Virginia. Requests the Regent to send a few lines of report to the Messenger and to Godeys, until the Richmond matter is settled.\nER-3\np. 16","A.L.S. 2 pp.\nRequests approval of an Appeal to the Women of Pennsylvania, \"enclosed\" but not in the file.","Extracts, Holograph, 2 pp.\nsee cards dated 25 August 1855, 13 October 1855, and 23 October 1855","A.L.S. 4 pp. Discusses the legal and political positions which will most advantageously advance the goal of the MVLA. Includes Mr. Mason's recommendation re: Act of Incorporation to gain a charter and open subscriptions for purchase fund. ER-3 pp. 19, 21, 23","Holograph, 5 pp. (handwriting not identified). \"Mr. Mason's Recommendations\" for the incorporation of the MVLA. Outline consisting o 9 sections. \nER-3\npp. 21, 23","A.L.S. 4 pp. Regrets misapprehensions between the two societies of the MV Association of Virginia, declares their Loyalty to the Cause, and mentions that she and Mrs. Cabell were the first to awaken interest of the Ladies of Richmond in MV cause.\nER-3\np. 17","Copy of A.L.S. 4 pp. ER-3 p. 17 of same date. Except for occasional changes in phraseology, same as above.\nER-16\np. 203","A.L.S. 1 p. Regrets that she will not be able to meet with Miss Cunningham as planned, due to severity of her husband's illness.\nER-13\np. 267","A.L.S. 2 pp. \n- Acknowledges receipt of letter and package.\n- J.A. Washington is the major obstacle in the realization of the Ladies' goal. Patience and perseverance is the best way to pursue their goal.\n- No lock of hair, last given Lafayette during last U.S. visit.\n- Notes GW gave him a gold sleeve button in 1789, which he then gave to Lafayette on his last visit to U.S. \nER-3\np. 25","A.L.S. 2 pp. Mr. Hazlehurst cordially approves of the patriotic efforts of the Ladies of America. Is at present unable to make a formal statement. Will contact Dr. Mitchell as soon as he is free. Have just finished writing upon the Appeal.\nER-13\np. 207","A.L.S. 2 pp. Discusses the propriety of approaching Mr. Pierce Butler for a third time. Mr. Milward's advice \"is sure it would be very impolite to proceed as you and Mrs. Crossman intend.\"\nER-13\np. 211","A.L.S. 3 pp. Congratulates Miss Cunningham on her \"great\" accomplishments. Discloses her great disappointment in Mrs. Richards. Secured a speech from Mrs. Dallas. Bishop Potter's support should be advised. No politics, no sectarianism should even be hinted at.\nER-13\np. 269","Facsimile extract of previous letter. ER-13, p. 263","A.L.S. 4 pp. Sorry to hear of Mr. Huntington's accident. Suggests certain of Swedenborg's works as good reading.","A.L.S. 6 pp. \"Projected Movements\" in Richmond and St. Louis; re: fundraising. Mrs. John Tyler asked to serve on a committee. Mrs. Ritchie declines to be president of central committee, will serve as secretary.\nER-3\np. 25","A.L.S. 2 pp. Regrets he cannot deliver an oration as was requested by the Ladies of the central committee.\nER-3\np. 27","A.L.S. 3 pp. Plans an appointment to take APC to the State House.\nER-13\np. 210","Facsimile extracts of previous letter. ER-13, p. 263","A.L.S. 3 pp.COPY Re: the forming of an Association in New Hampshire.\nER-3\np. 29","A.L.S. 4 pp. Declares loyalty to Regent and discusses certain communications with Savannah and Georgia Ladies.\nER-3\np. 30","A.L. 3 pp. Invitation to deliver a speech on the life and character of George Washington, in Richmond. ER-3, p. 31","A.L. 3 pp. Invitation to speak in Richmond. ER-3, p. 31","A.L.S. 2 pp. Reports Mr. Wise's refusal to support the MVLA in any way. ER-3, p. 32","A.L.S. 3pp. Accepts the invitation to deliver his oration in Richmond. ER-9, p. 91","A.L.S. 2pp. Has not received proofs from printer Gaskill; fears information will be too lated for Mrs. Hale. ER-13, p. 289","A.L.S. 2 pp. Asking him and the Honorable R.C. Winthrop to deliver addresses on February 22nd in Richmond. ER-3, p. 33","A.L.S. 2pp. Facsimile copy of proposed legislation - An Act to Invest the MVLA Fund and to Authorize the Purchase of a Portion of Mount Vernon place. Sends copy of bill for examination and requests critical comments. ER-3 p. 35, p. 37","A.L.S. 2pp. Not able to write clergy. Suggests condensed statement of Charter for newspaper. ER-13, p. 281","A.L.S. 2pp. Disapproves of Mrs. Davenport's conduct. Need for new President. Has written Mr. Brewster; advises telling indeferent persons little about business hereafter. ER-13, p. 273","A.L.S. 2pp. Reports on preparations for assembly in \"hall.\" ER-13, p. 277","A.L.S. pp. 6 Will write editor of Louisville Journal send appeal and ask him to write an editorial. Has not seen Mrs. Gaskill. Must stir up Philadelphia soon. Wishes they could enlist Mrs. Hale's interest. Will see Dr. Mackay and others soon. ER-13, pp. 213","A.L.S. 2 pp. Refers to her letter to editor of \"Ledger\" - but refers to her husband's feeling that he may not agree to print the circular as hoped. ER-13, p. 214","A.L.S. 4 pp. Endeavors to see the Editor of the \"Morning Times.\" Re: publication of circuler. Mrs. Gaskill was pleases with the \"messenger\" acknowledgement. ER-13, p. 219","A.L.S. 6 pp. Disapproval of Richmond group, advises her to \"cast them off\" suggests APC talk with Harrison and Dr. Freeman. Resents Richmond Association treatment of APC, approves of Mrs. Ritchie, and sympathizes with her position. ER-13, p. 230-231","A.L.S. 3pp. Disappointed with pub. reports of meeting. Approved of Mr. Brewster's speech. Need more orators. Comments on waning patriotism. ER-13, p. 275","A.L.S. 2 pp. Report on preparations for meeting at the Hall. ER-13, p. 279","A.L.S. 2 pp. A personal and private visit will be necessary to air views. ER-13, p. 283","A.L.S. 2 pp. Everyone at Hall, Ready for meeting, but still lack speakers. ER-13, p. 285","A.L.S. 3 pp. Public meetings over, must get to Association work. Pennsylvania not collecting funds for Virginia, each state acts for itself and has own organ. Plan for funds finally to be paid to U.S. Treasury until deed is secured. ER-13, p. 287","Holograph of letter, 2 pp. Portion of letter re: J.A. Washington correspondence concerning purchase of Mount Vernon by the Ladies' Association. Need to publish letter which Mr. Washington agrees to sell the Estate, before more funds are solicited. ER-1, p. 55","A.L.S. 2 pp. Explains various changes in Act for purchase of Mount Vernon drawn up December 31, 1855. Committee orders Bill presented to Assembly; does not approve making President of the U.S. and State of Virginia Government co-trustees; preparation of charter and by-laws. ER-3, p. 39","A.L.S. 3 pp. Will republish Cunningham's report of December 3 in the Southern Literary Messenger. Requests more circulars. Wonders what her real name is. Will organize women of St. Louis as soon as weather permits. ER-14, p. 91","A.L.S. 2 pp. Re: Bill to Virginia Legislature explaining amendment to include legal descendants of GW or J.A. Washington; 2 years given to organize; also literature to procure passage of Bill. Declares committee gave him no help on Bill. ER-3, p. 41","A.L.S. No opposition in General Assembly expected. Notes changes in Amendment; strikes out word \"place\" after Mount Vernon; 5 years instead of 4 to incorporate; defines interments to John Augustine Washington's children. Governor Wise has no veto. Encloses handwritten copy of Va. Code ch. 56, sect. 1-2 re: incorporation of companies. ER-3, p. 43","A.L.S. Forwards a resolution of the MVLA of Pennsylvania suggesting that as President of the Central Commitee, she request the Chief Justice of the U.S. to act with Virginia Governor as a trustee of Mount Vernon estate and a third trustee appointed if expedient. ER-13, p. 84","A.L.S. Plans an entertainment. Sends APC some of her publicity. Plans to be in Richmond the 22nd. ER-14, p.91","A.L.S. Has examined Act of Virginia Assembly before Legislature, together with letter of late Mr. Berrien, finds no impropriety in act referred to, nor is it at variance with Mr. Berrien's letter re: procuring purchase funds for Mount Vernon. Charter with Constitution and Bylaws should be drawn up and submitted to the Governor of Virginia. ER-13, p. 85","A.L.S. Re: passage of Bill in spite of Mr. Taylor's opposition. Delay dangerous as Virginia legislature may adjourn in 2 days. Plans to stir up apathetic workers when Bill passes. Mr. Everett may speak in Philadelphia en route to Richmond. Urges Regent to have personal interview with Everett. ER-3, p. 47","A.L.S. Called up Mount Vernon Bill. Mr. Taylor of Alexandria moved to lay on table as J.A. Washington assured him he would sell only to Virginia or to U.S. Since Association has 5 years to purchase, J.A. Washington may change his mind - so Bill goes forward. ER-3, p. 45","Requests to know something of the Ladies' Association for the purchase of Mount Vernon - what is its modus operandi; does it have any funds? does it have refusal of Mount Vernon from the owner, J.A. Washington? ER-310","A.L.S. Encloses letter of introduction to Mr. Everett from Mr. Ritchie. Enlists editor J.A. Thompson's efforts to reach Mr. Everett. Mrs. Pellet of Central Committee, Richmond, extends Mr. Everett invitation to lecture. Mrs. R's musicale ends with efforts to enlist Gov. Floyd and others in Bill. Legislature remains in session till March 19, Mrs. Ritchie will go to Capitol when Bill comes up. ER-3, p. 49","A.L.S. from Arlington House. Glad model of Bastille has been given \"a better locality.\" Made of stone of the Bastille, presented to GW by Lafayette. After Martha Washington's death, G.W. Parke Custis placed model in Alexandria museum for safe keeping, from when transferred to care of Government. Auth File W-402.","Signed \"Southern Matron\" - Hon. Edward Everett to deliver address on character of Washington in Philadelphia for benefit of Association. He will also deliver it in Washington City and New York if someone will extend him an invitation - begs him to extend invitation. MSS 900","A.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lectures in Washington. ER-3, p. 51","A.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lecture in Washington, Editor of the Intelligence thinks Mount Vernon should be U.S. property - used for summer place of President - defended by \"few, old, invalided officers.\" ER-3, p. 53","A.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lecture in Washington, is advised on its conduct by President's secretary. ER-3, p. 55","A.L.S. Notifies Regent Bill has passed both Houses. Leaves papers Regent sent him with Governor Wise as basis for his argument with J.A. Washington to sell Mount Vernon. Papers to be on Regent's order. ER-3. p. 61","A.L.S. Mount Vernon Bill passed both Houses with only 2 dissenting votes. Mr. Langfitt presented Bill. Ladies attended both Houses in a body. Detailed description of way opposition was overcome. ER-3, p. 57","A.L.S. Asks for a rough copy of a letter re: contract, for the newspapers. ER-3, p. 59","A.L.S. Mr. Everett to speak that day in Richmond. Sixty ladies petitioned him for return benefit. Maryland Institute also invites him. Comments on Bill. Gives her opinion of workers in Richmond. Mrs. Semmes delighted to resign as Pres. pro tem. etc. ER-3, p. 69","A.L.S. 2 pp. Re: Everett's speech in Richmond. Inquires about procedure in forming an Association. ER-3, p. 62","A.L.S. 4 pp. Expects Everett in St. Louis. Has no \"lady\" assistants as yet but gentlemen friends helping. Has ordered at her own expense 500 circulars, APC's letter and 1100 copies of subscription list printed. Explains plan for interesting ladies and Press. ER-14, p. 91","A.L.S. 2 pp. Sends copy of N.Y. Commercial, with editorial notice of Bill for Virginia legislature. Asks for official copy of Bill, the Constitution, contract of sale, etc. ER-10, p. 45","A.L.S. 3 pp. Is to repeat lecture in Philadelphia. Wishes as little personal notice as possible so as not to stir up enemies. Proceeds of lecture in Richmond were $858; at Petersburg has not heard; at U. of Virginia $550; 1500 tickets at $1 each sold in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 93","A.L.S. 2 pp. Sends Regent's Appeal and letter to Ladies re: two committees residing in Richmond. ER-3, p. 67","Asks him to speak to citizens of Charleston. A-700","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for papers sent and bouquet. Fears his address, nearly 2 hours in length, too great a tax on Regent's strength. ER-9, p. 95","A.L.S. 4pp. The writer describes a lecture on George Washington given by the well-known orator Edward Everett, who raised over $2000 in one night on behalf of the Mount Vernon cause. RM-760, ER-5024","A.L.S. Baltimore. Edward Everett's lecture. Mrs. Wilson (worker) insists on meeting Southern Matron. Rumors J.A. Washington will not sell to Ladies. Says her incognito is no longer kept. Mr. Everett says he will give address to Mount Vernon when he finishes with it. Asks editors to be sent facts on purchase of Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 71","A.L.S. New York. Acknowledges letter giving manifold difficulties in securing charter. Sends his form of procedure for raising and securing funds in their region. Delayed by J.A. Washington's refusal to sell. ER-10, p. 47","A.L.S. St. Louis. Has just read J.A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Sends newspaper article, also one by Horace Greeley. ER-14, p. 93","A.L.S. Sent copy with Charter to editor Williamson for newspaper, clippings to be sent to other newspapers. Hopes he will publish Bill. Suggests printing Mssrs. Washington and Johnson's letters. Thinks MIss Lawson will help. Contributions in Independence Hall boxes increasing. ER-13, p. 239","A.L.S St. Louis. Will cease activities until she hears officially re: John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Is ready to have \"Bill incorporating Association\" printed in papers throughout State. Mrs. Ritchie has sent her literature re: E. Everett lectures. ER-14, p. 93","A.L.S. Richmond (copy) APC asks her to become Recording Secretary to Central Committee: accepts on condition of a more influential person can be found, during reorganization of Association in act of incorporation in Virginia legislature, such person shall promptly supplant her, and Mrs. P. will become corresponding secretary. Chooses Miss S.M. Johnson for her assistant. ER-16, p. 231","A.L.S. Richmond. Glad of her approval of Judge Berrian's Bill for legislature. Reports Sunday meeting after church to rally workers, but fear for its success because of J.A. Washington's attitude. Asks Miss C. to obtain a clear statement from J.A. Washington re: sale of Mount Vernon and publish both letters. Commends the Philadelphia Enquirer's article by APC. Regrets misunderstanding of Mr. Gilmer's address. $1900 now on hand including E. Everett's lecture in Petersburg. ER-10, p. 41","A.L.S. Re: publicity in newspapers; wishes APC to call on editor Williamson. Suggests a \"paid\" denial be put in Ledger. Urges APC to call on various editors. ER-13, p. 241","A.L.S. Boston. Regent's publication on J.A. Washington's letter skillfully written - whose short note was an unlucky circumstance. Suggests methods of following this up. Since leaving Philadelphia, repeated address at Princeton, Newark, Brooklyn, Providence and has invested $4000 of proceeds in 7% bonds. Will not be in Philadelphia again before Fall. Plans extensive trip South and West and will speak again in Philadelphia if advisable. Invitations to speak from all parts of country come in daily. ER-9, p. 97","A.L.S. Boston. Cannot deliver his address in Charleston until autumn or winter when he proposes making an extended tour of the West and South. A-700.","Boston. Will be unable to speak in Charleston until autumn or winter - will write a formal letter explaining this to Citizens group. A-700.","A.L. Washington (fragment of letter). $800 collected at Edward Everett's lecture. Arousing public interest depends upon who holds Mount Vernon in trust; public hasn't faith in J.A. Washington. Suggests U.S. ownership. ER-3, p. 63","A.L.S. Boston. Complies with request to repeat address on Character of Washington at Springfield. Present owner of Mount Vernon has some doubts about method of ceding estate, but is sure it will eventually become public property. Is keeping sums he collects for purchase in trust, without deductions for personal expenses. If project fails, funds will be used for \"some other patriotic purpose of general interest connected with memory of Washington.\" ER-9, p. 97","Typed extracts from multiple letters from Edward Everett to his daughter, Charlotte Everett Wise, dated April 29, 1856, May 13, 1856, January 22, 1856, and March 31, 1856. He discusses his lectures and fundraising efforts on behalf of the MVLA. ER-9, p. 98","A.L.S. 2p. Concerning his lectures to raise money for the Association and the investment of the proceeds; Requests payment for last evening's program. RM-600, ER-4468","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Everett's approaching visit to Philadelphia; negotiations with J.A. Washington, and Gov. Wise's jeopardizing course; may make a trip to Mount Vernnon. Refers to editorial in Enquirer on J.A. Washington's letter. ER-1, p. 51","APC makes her case imploringly - notes her poor health. Asks to visit Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4276","A.L.S. Washington. Editor Seaton able to print only short articles on Mount Vernon. Asks if Governor is performing duties imposed on him by Mount Vernon charter. ER-3, p. 63","A.L. Boston. (signature cut out). Goes to Trenton en route West. Has received proceeds from Washington and Brooklyn lectures. Thinks J.A. Washington will not yield to personal appeal this time, but does not discourage Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Cunningham from going to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 99","A.L.S. Encloses New York Daily News article from May 5, 1856, defending John Augustine Washington against attacks in the press. RM-523, 4277 (alternate card numbers RM-524, ER-4294)","A.L.S. Much distressed over John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 93","A.L.S. Sends her Bushrod W. Herbert's address, recommends Newton's Mansion Hotel as best hotel in Alexandria, is cordial in anticipating her approaching visit. Declares he is determined to ignore the slanderous and untruthly statements made about him in the press. ER-9, p. 7","A.L.S. 2p. Boston. Outlines his conditions for giving his Washington lecture. RM-600, ER-4487","Richmond. Suggest against Frobisher taking position as a governess. However, will look for such a position for her in Virginia. A-280 (or A-780?)","A.L.S. Boston. Governor Wise's counsel sound in first part of his letter. Constitution and bylaws mus be re-adopted under Art. of March 17, and approved by the Gov. Gilpin will advise her on organization under Act. Cannot be made an \"agency\" as Gov. Wise proposes. Advises Association continue its policy, only extending its operations; publicity and subscription lists published. Repeats his address once or twice a week. State of public affairs discouraging to patriotic appeals. ER-9, p. 101","A.L.S. Hopes Bushrod Herbert may meet Regent in Alexandria. Wrote Burke and Herbert on receipt of Miss Cunningham's letter. ER-10, p. 42","A.L.S. Richmond. Governor Wise's letter published with general satisfaction; encloses some clippings. Regent and Mrs. Ritchie disagree on Governor's attitude toward Mr. Everett. Mr. Tyler publishes his lecture. ER-3, p. 72","Richmond. Mrs. Ritchie comments on Frobisher's idea of being a governess. Mrs. Ritchie mentions trip to Blue Ridge and expresses indignation at the attack on Senator Sumner.","A.L.S. Wellsburg, Virginia. Regrets Governor Wise had entered into negotiations with J.A. Washington. Analyzes \"Act\" and suggests nature of organization, appointing a \"supreme head\" (perhaps in Richmond), Committees, a \"proper and judicious constitution and bylaws\". States and counties would then be in competition with each other. ER-3, p. 65","A.L.S. Attempts to obtain some legal advice APC desires. Commends Mrs. Ritchie - reading her \"mimic life.\" ER-13, p. 235","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends him a letter from MVLA to Roger A. Pryor, Editor Richmond Enquirer in reply to editorial of June 6. Hope it meets his approval. ER-1, p. 51","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased Miss Cunningham is going to Mount Vernon. Refers to \"fierce tone\" of Richmond Enquirer. Asks her to tell John Augustine Washington that E. Everett does not ignore his unwillingness to sell, but goes on general principles that sooner or later Mount Vernon will \"become a public possession.\" Finds last few weeks discouraging. Everett's health not good. Has a photographic view of Tomb to send her. ER-9, p. 103","A.L.S. Mayor Conrad desires wife \"have nothing whatever to do with Mount Vernon cause.\" If Dr. Freeman fails, will try editor of Know-Nothing organ. ER-13, p. 225","Thanks Frobisher for the lines dated June 7th. Thinks there may be a position for her as a governess, but it is only a possibility. Ritchie leaves for New York mid July. Asks Frobisher to be sure to send Mr. Wm's Magazine with Frobisher's story in it.","Extracts from his letter. Sectional feeling will probably prevent his trip to South. Press in North assails him for his southern trip. Has delivered Washington address 21 times. Funds he has received, invested; if not used in his life time, his will provides they be given to Association trustees. Thinks price of Mount Vernon exorbitant. Regrets loss of time caused by poor health. Poem written by E. Everett after seeing monuments of Judah Touro and Catherine Hayes, June 25, 1856. ER-9, p. 105","A.L.S. She met his family friend Mr. Mason of Virgina who was happy to hear of her interest in Mount Vernon. He asked her not to leave Washington until he had spoken to Mr. Washington, so she hopes it will be convenient for them to meet. She enjoyed their recent meeting very much and hopes he will consider her a great friend to Mount Vernon. RM-524, ER-4278","A.L.S. New Haven. Urges Cunningham to secure a promise from John Augustine Washington, that he will sell and on what terms; then, she is convinced money can be easily raised. (Letter #2, p. 46, brief of same.) ER-4, p. 46","Richmond. Personal matters - plans trip soon to New York.","A.L.S. 4p. States that she will come to Mount Vernon to meet with him regarding the public announcement of his willingness to dispose of Mount Vernon to Virginia if certain conditions are met. RM-523, ER-4225","Photostat. Boston. Some misunderstanding over funds raised by his speeches. He will take charge of sum received and give accounting from time to time. Ill health forces suspension of speaking engagements. Glad she likes poem he sent her. ER-477","A.L.S. 3 p. She is on \"the boat\" but lacking the strength to come up to the Mansion, requests that he meet there with her to discuss \"bright prospects.\" RM-523, ER-4226","A.L.S. Reports an encouraging response from Dr. Freeman. ER-13, p. 243","A.L.S. Boston. Receives letter John Augustine Washington wrote her giving account of Miss Cunningham's visit to Mount Vernon and peaceful negotiations. Congratulates her on her success. Much to be done in Virginia and elsewhere but removing John Augustine Washington's \"determination not to sell\" is the only insurmountable one. Now has $12,000 in 7% bonds at Association's disposal. Also 2 typewritten copies of same. ER-9, p. 109","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is unable to keep the appointment with him that Miss Cunningham arranged but will communicate with him as soon as he returns to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 9","A.L.S. Continued illness interrupts her Mount Vernon efforts. ER-13, p. 245","Mrs. Ritchie leaves for New York tomorrow. The papers give false accounts about Mount Vernon prospects. Good reason to believe that it will be purchased by us. Mr. Everett will resume his exertions on our behalf as soon as his health permits.","A.L. Nashville. Would accept appointment only directly from Regent, and it is fortunate the state organization is left to her. Appoints her treasurer, J.B. Lindley, Chancellor of Nashville University. ER-10, p. 119","A.L.S. Staten Island. Called on Mrs. Ritchie in NYC. Rejoices that rumor of MVLA's disbanding is false. Has just written Dr. Spaulding re: invitation to E. Everett. ER-14, p. 95","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Restates his position re: disposing of Mount Vernon to Virginia. Declares he is \"willing for a limited time to listen to proposals for purchase from Mount Vernon.\" Differs from Gov. Wise in every view he expresses in letter to Mrs. Ritchie. Has seen Mr. Toombs only for a brief interview. ER-9, p. 11","A.L.S. Boston. Sends box of photographic copies of Stuart's Washington, Mrs. Washington, views of Mansion and Tomb. ER-9, p. 107","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Writes indicating that John Augustine Washington wants to sell Mount Vernon to state of Virginia and that she should contact state of Virginia. RM-1030, MS-5660","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Death in family interrupts Mrs. Milward's work. Asks if Miss Cunningham has had letter from Mr. Washington. Sends Tribune article on the Estate. Saw in paper Mr. Everett would lecture in Albany Washington. ER-13, p. 247","A.L. Nashville. Will send published Appeals. Asks Regent to write to some whose cooperation she is most eager to develop. (End of letter may be missing). ER-10, p. 121","New York. Personal matters - not concerned with MVLA affairs.","A.L.S. Nashville. General Washington Banner of Nashville is to invite E. Everett to speak at Agricultural Fair. Asks her to buy boxes of \"elegant and useful\" articles to be sold at Fair for Mount Vernon fund. ER-10, p. 123","Mrs. Ritchie is still looking for a teaching position for Frobisher. Leaves for Virginia on October 7.","Philadelphia. Incomplete letter. Bringing him up to date on negotiations with John Augustine Washington for sale of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Re: reaching Mrs. Rush. ER-13, p. 249","A.L.S. \"Private.\" Boston. Re: John Augustine Washington's attitude toward selling Mount Vernon. Political crisis so severe little hope for progress in Mount Vernon cause. E. Everett's health does not permit him to make a speaking tour. Received $420 interest, 6 months on Mount Vernon fund. ER-9, p. 111","A.L.S. Difficulties re: printing circulars undertaken by Mr. Gaskill. ER-13, p. 229","Regarding the bylaws of the Association.","A.L.S. (copy) Asks Mr. Washington to reconsider views he expressed in letter to National Intelligencer in April, and give Virginia another chance to purchase home and Tomb of GW. Is confident differences in points of view can be adjusted - that MVLA have same patriotic idea of permanent preservation as Mr. Washington. ER-9, p. 15","Richmond. Is soon to read Frobisher's manuscript. Personal matters. A-280","A.L.S. 1 p. States that he does not believe that plan of the Ladies' Association can be carried out at this time. RM-523, ER-4278 (card also has numbers RM-524, ER-4295) Answer to letter in JAWIII and MVLA collection.","A.L.S. (draft of letter). Charleston. Acknowledges receipt of his Albany address; conferences with John Augustine Washington and Gov. Wise; difficulties in bringing J.A. Washington to terms for sale of Mount Vernon. On trip from Richmond she meets nephew of General Winfield Scott who pledges his support and suggests that Army make first contribution to Tomb. Hon. Albert Pike, New Orleans, pledges support of Louisiana masons. Places charter in hands of Attorney who will draw up Constitution and Bylaws. ER-1, p. 57-59","Boston (photostat). Hopes Mr. Choate and Mr. Winthrop will be invited to Richmond to speak on February 22, his health not well enough to permit a strenuous schedule. Has numerous requests to repeat his \"Washington\" oration. Would aid him in his lectures to have some word from Mr. Washington. Praises her readings in New York on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-478","A.L.S. Boston. Hopes for some favorable news from John Augustine Washington before starting to lecture again, health permitting. Many requests from New England region and the West. ER-9, p. 113","Draft of letter, perhaps related to letter dated September 27, 1856. Tells Mr. Everett the latest news on attempts to purchase Mount Vernon.","Draft. Mrs. Gilpin sends her Edward Everett's picture and lock of hair for her Washington locket. Mr. Gilpin, familiar with Virginia laws, assists. ER-1, p. 51","A.L.S. Nashville. Asks Regent to have a paragraph written by \"celebrated traveler Dr. Baird, inserted in Mr. Yeardon's Charleston paper to offset the \"mortifying one\" that appeared in Charleston entitled \"Musical Attempt.\" ER-10, p. 127","A.L.S. Nashville. 17 counties organized, 61 to be organized. Will proceed no further with organization, and withhold contributions collected until list is published in Mount Vernon Record. Sends duplicate list for this purpose. ER-10, p. 126","Nashville. Questions about money to be raised.","A.L.S. Re: sending information and published articles to Mrs. Twing, Mrs. Telletson, and Mrs. Eve. Fears effects of Mr. Washington's letter. Asks for copies of Charter, Inquirer articles, etc. ER-13, p. 220","A.L.S. Will attend to Regent's request. Glad for news from Mrs. Eve; has not heard from Mrs. Gaskill. Sends Police Gazette giving account of Beale trial. ER-13, p.227","A.L.S. Re: Mr. Bailey's supplying subscription books. Sends her articles from Tribune, one of which is from Horace Greeley. Mr. Bailey is a stationer, wholesale and retail. ER-13, p. 233","A.L.S. Editor of Bulletin will publish the Boston Transcript poetry and furnish APC copies. ER-13, p. 237","A.L.S. Fragment. Problem of legislature, Gov. Floyd's support, Mr. Langfitt as representative. J.A. Washington's determination to have Virginians only in charge of Estate; constitution to be sent to Governor through Mrs. Ritchie. 100 copies of Waltz 2 not yet received. ER-1, p. 53","Facsimile. Suggests building Grecian temple at Mount Vernon to hold sarcophagi.","A.L.S. Visited Mrs. Ritchie and both feel that Mr. Everett should lecture in Philadelphia, but there are objections to the day of February 22 because there are too many other events that day. ER-13, p. 87","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: delay of John Augustine Washington in answering William Ritchie's published letter about purchase of Mount Vernon, which causes delays in raising funds, and unfounded rumors re: sale. Souvenirs sold at Mount Vernon. Miss Ritchie writes a note at end of letter re: Mr. Washington's letter. ER-9, p. 17","A.L.S. Mount Vernon, copy. Has decided to give up residence at Mount Vernon. Understands present Virginia legislature is not favorable to his terms for sale, but if coming session desires he will extend time. Doubts if MVLA can organize under Bill passed by the Virginia Assembly or fulfill its aims if it incorporates. Association may be able to raise funds for purchase but not for maintenance, nor have women ability to administer estate. Will not sell to Virginia, for it to transfer to others. ER-9, p. 17","A.L.S. Richmond. MIss Cunningham arrived here a few days ago to further Mount Vernon cause. She wishes Mrs. Duncan to select an orator for February 22 on subject of Mount Vernon and its purchase who will donate proceeds of his discourse to Fund. Urges her to stir up New Orleans on that day. Tells her of Messrs. Devereux and Co.'s offer of portraits to sell. They sell rapidly there and give Association good profit. ER-347","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Proposes to place the problem of the preservation of Mount Vernon before the Virginia Legislature, although \"a Republican form of government is not the best adapted to this purpose.\" Requests that he prepare a report detailing methods and expenses necessary for the maintenance of the estate. ER-4227, RM-523","A.L.S. Richmond. Returned to Richmond from stay at Brandon. Annie's mother has begun working \"to earn daily bread.\" Mrs. Ritchie's own writing going slowly due to interruptions. A-280","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Illness interrupts Mount Vernon work. Difficulties re: Mount Vernon subscription book in Independence Hall - no subscriptions due to people's lack of faith in John A. Washington. Note E. Everett lecture at Albany. Re: Senator Toombs' delayed letter. Drybough's bill sent to Mrs. Greenaugh in Paris. Fears for February 22nd return in Philadelphia. ER-13, p. 206","A.L.S. Philadelphia. February and March nos. of Lady's Book show continued interest in Mount Vernon, doesn't hope for much until Mount Vernon estate is purchased. Only established purchase can offset all the falsehoods about the transaction. Now comes story that U.S. Agriculture Secretary will buy Mount Vernon for an Agriculture University. Room for this and national cemetery. Why not write President - by uniting efforts, might raise $200,000 needed. We need Congressional aid. ER-13, p. 89","Copy. Encloses resolutions of United State Agricultural Society for the purchase of Mount Vernon in order to establish a national institute for the promotion of agriculture, and requests his reply to the proposal. ER-4296, RM-524","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. His reply to Mr. Ritchie's letter regarding his willingness to sell Mount Vernon to Virginia - somewhat annoyed with Mr. Ritchie. Comments of unfavorable press - leaves Mount Vernon but future residence uncertain. ER-9, p. 19 (MVLA owns another copy of this letter RM-56)","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Requests further clarification of his conditions and asks that he drop his silence and become more actively involved in the public controversy regarding the sale and the Mount Vernon Bill before the Virginia Legislature. ER-4228, RM-523","Cambridge. Very enthusiastic about the cause.","A.L.S. New York. Assures her of his interest in securing Mount Vernon but is troubled about the influence of critical times in U.S. Regrets J.A. Washington's attitude which must be cleared before public can be expected to support this worthy effort. ER-10, p. 49","A.L.S. St. Louis. Impatient at delay of John Augustine Washington's decision. Alludes to having met Regent and her mother. ER-14, p. 95","Transcription. Discussion of money raised. RM-144","A.L. Charleston (end of letter missing). Received delayed correspondence between Mssrs. Ritchie and John Augustine Washington - latter's letter unsuitable for publication; plans another letter to Mr. Washington. ER-1, p. 61","A.L. Nashville. Glad Regent has returned to Mount Vernon and purchase postponed to February 22, which gives States more time to organize and collect funds. Has 2 orators for birthday celebration. Plans to apportion amount each county is to raise to make $5000 fund. Also plan for proceeds from a book, which would be promoted by Association without \"publicity of authorship\" by herself. (part of letter may be missing). ER-10, p. 129","A.L.S. Nashville. Reports mistake in report of funds she has sent which should be $177. Has successful agent selling Washington Portraits, 275 sold, hopes to order more from Devereux. Re: the publication of her book, expenses involved putting book on market. Wants Regent to write introduction, send out a circular letter. Wants her authorship of book concealed, proceeds to Mount Vernon fund. Re: management of funds and payments to J.A. Washington. ER-10, p. 137","A.L.S. Difficulties of getting Mr. Washington's commitment - has no doubts as to ability to procure Mount Vernon. Assures him of a fine reception in the South when he comes to give his address. ER-1, p. 62","A.L.S. Boston. Mrs. Ritchie has sent him Mr. Washington's letter to her husband, January 2. Not what he hoped for publication, would be unfavorable. Fears Washington's willingness to cooperate with Miss Cunningham and must wait for his change of mind. Advises her to counsel with Mr. Petigru. Thinks best to get legal status under charter and to raise money. Public's ideas of amounts collected differ. Mr. Washington will sell if money is ready. Lecture again on 23rd. Has 12 bonds, $1000 each, at 7%, one $500 at 6%. If impractical to buy Mount Vernon, sum to be used for Washington commemoration elsewhere, but no hasty action in affair. Thinks Richmond collection plus his own will surely make the purchase some time. ER-9, p. 115","A.L.S. Richmond? Reports interview with Virginia Secretary of State, in which he refuses to give her list of subscribers presented to Governor Wise with the constitution. Encloses copy of his written report, stating Governor does not recognize new constitution, but only the first constitution presented. ER-3, p. 73","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Thanks him for his opinion of Mr. Ritchie's criticism of the Charter, requests from him a clear statement of the terms on which he is willing to dispose of Mount Vernon. Warns him of the prejudice and ignorance of the \"Masses of the Community\" and assures him that she will spare no effort to protect his reputation from such prejudice. RM-523, ER-4229","Photostat. Boston. Acknowledges his letter with copy of Mr. Washington's. Choate will not go to Richmond. Winthrop will go another year. Hillard would deliver good address. ER-479","A.L. initial S. Charleston. Sends him a copy of Mr. Washington's letter to her regarding Mr. Ritchie's letter to him, so that Mr. Everett may know Mr. W. and understand him. Defends Mr. Washington. Will make a real effort to go to Richmond next winter. Has received proposition from Mr. Hall regarding making allies of Agricultural Society which wanted to buy Mount Vernon for a state model farm. ER-1","A.L.S. Charleston. Will not fear for New York while Mr. Ruggles leads it. Attitude toward Secession and George Washington influence converting Mr. Washington to selling Mount Vernon; Virginia State Legislature's position in purchase. Gives Mr. Washington's chief characteristics and opinions re: Mount Vernon. Sends correspondence with Governor Wise. ER-11, p. 1","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks for information on Mount Vernon for Dr. Burrows who is to speak on Mount Vernon at Lynchburg. Mr. Washington's letter a damper on Mount Vernon cause, has just received the Regent's last letter and copy of Washington's. ER-4, p. 82","A.L. Signed Southern Matron, Pres. of Mount Vernon Association (not in Cunningham's handwriting). Appeal to the public. Submits correspondence between William Ritchie and John Augustine Washington to be placed before General Assembly together with such data as governor deems advisable, since Mr. Washington refused to deal with other than Virginia State in this sale. Offers funds collected. Constitution and bylaws required by Charter granted Association March 17, 1856 to be duly submitted. ER-1, p. 63","Richmond. Ritchie's husband ill. Personal matters. A-280","A.L.S. Nashville. A popular magician, \"Fakir of Ava\" offers half proceeds of his entertainments if Regent will sanction his performances and introduce him to Vice Regents of each State. ER-10, p. 139","Copy. Washington, D.C. No response to their inquiry re: his selling Mount Vernon (letter Jan. 16) so ask him again if he will sell Mount Vernon to U.S. Congress. p. 18","Nashville. Will do anything for Mount Vernon. Hopes to be there in June. Blesses Cunningham for all she's done. ER-10","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Alludes to her efforts with Mr. Everett and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie and their earnest desire for his cooperation in the cause. ER-4230, RM-523","A.L.S. Lynchburg ? re: sale of 200 to 275 pictures, some framed, for Association profit. ER-3, p. 77","A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges receipt of her letter with exchange of letters between her and Mr. Washington enclosed. Part of unfavorable impression of Mr. Washington removed but he is not at point of cooperating yet - does not approve of publishing any part of correspondence - avoid irritating Mr. Washington; organize under charter and get funds to buy ready. Hopes to realize $1500 from repetition of address in Boston. Likes idea of Mrs. Hale to purchase part of Estate for Agricultural Society. Mr. Pryor, late of Richmond Enquirer, now on Mercury, has uncordial attitude toward Everett which he asks Miss Cunningham not to let interfere in Mount Vernon cause. ER-9, p. 117","A.L.S. Leesburg. $27.70 only collected at speech. Will write articles for newspapers. Combating Richard Washington's reported statement that his brother, John Augustine Washington says he will not sell to Ladies and has been offered $300,000 elsewhere. ER-3, p. 70","A.L.S. 3 p. Apparently first draft, large portions of text crossed out, though legible. Refers to confusion in his correspondence with Mr. Ritchie and offers made by the United States Agricultural Society for the purchase of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4231","A.L.S. He leaves for 6 to 8 weeks soon. Received letter from U.S. Agricultural Society requesting to purchase Mount Vernon - declined on grounds he had already in some manner pledged a different disposition of property. ER-9","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Re: Mr. Everett's lecture, subscription, sale of pictures, newspaper clippings, gives names of subscribers with amounts given. ER-3, p. 79","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Becky's prolonged illness.","A.L.S. Charleston. Apologizes for confusion corrected by her correspondence with many other parties concerning the Association and negotiations for acquisition of Mount Vernon. Suggests some minor revisions in the draft of the contract or terms of sale. Expresses surprise at the offer of the Agriculture Society to buy the estate. ER-4232, RM-523","A.L.S. Nashville. Sees news report of Regent's attendance at Masonic celebration. has had 1000 copies of her book printed, 500 bound, 100 sent to Mrs. Pellet in Richmond. Has had a portrait of Miss Cunningham printed - the first item to adorn Mount Vernon and one for each Vice Regent. Dr. Lindley sent Governor Wise check for $2000 which cost $100 Mrs. Fogg paid personally. Asks Mrs. Pellet to call for it. Her book is ready for distribution, urges influence of Regent for its adoption. ER-10, p. 147","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects Mrs. Ritchie has forwarded to her his previous letter and one to William Ritchie. If Virginia purchases Mount Vernon as he hopes, he is not unwilling to sell remainder of land to U.S. Agricultural Society. Alludes to Miss Cunningham's reference to relative of J.A. Washington who states he is unreliable in dealings and urges that she give him the name of this person. ER-9, p. 23","Comments on and offers criticism about the poem which he has received previously.","Wilmington. Hopes to raise much money in her town. Thanks APC for everything. RM-970, MS-5551","A.L.S. Boston. Repeats oration twice in Albany. ER-9, p. 119","A.L.S. 10 p. Charleston. Writes to reassure him about rumors and published accounts questioning his motives in the matter of the sale of Mount Vernon; accusations that he has neglected the estate and that he is attempting to \"speculate in the bones of his ancestors.\" She assures him that she has been active in his defense and points out the malice and ignorance of his detractors. Mentions the private offer of $300,000. The Virginia Bill and the proposal of the Agricultural Society. RM-523, ER-4233","Copies of correspondence from March 18, 25, and 28. Re: purchase of Mount Vernon for invalid soldiers.","Charleston. Worried about increasing conflict in country. Thanks him for his oratory and all he's done for cause.","A.L.S. New York. They depart this afternoon for Charleston by steamer - declines her invitation to stay with her brother.","A.L.S. 4 p. Draft of letter. Refers to \"misrepresentations respecting me\" which are discussed in her letter of March 17, 1857 and he professes \"a perfect indifference\" to the opinions of \"nameless and irresponsible creatures who write for newspapers.\" States that he is willing to sell Mount Vernon only to the United States or to Virginia, not to the Ladies' Association or to the parties who had offered $300,000. States his utter indifference to his place in history. RM-523, ER-4234","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regrets Miss Cunningham cannot give him name of person who has called him unreliable in transactions. Declares that \"except in one instance\" his terms and price have been the same - and he relates terms offered in that one case when party to contract failed to meet his agreement and J.A.W. was thus released from his. States that his views and expressions of them during 6 or 8 years he has owned Mount Vernon have been about the same. Has not objection to anything he has said or written being printed. ER-9. p. 25","Photostat. Boston. Successful Albany visit - resolution passed by both houses of legislature referring with approbation to effort to aid in purchase of Mount Vernon. Does he think discourse should be repeated in New York? Last year Mr. Washington's letters threw cold water on any such discourse there. His receipts for Mount Vernon are nearly $16,000. If purchase should fail, fund to be appropriated to some other object commemorative of Washington. consult some judicious persons regarding expediency of repeating discourse there. ER-480","Richmond. Has been unable to write due to her husband's illness. Plans trip to Boston. Annie Frobisher is also ill. A-280","Boston. Has repeated address frequently since giving it there last year - funds from it go to purchase of Mount Vernon. If Mount Vernon cannot be purchased, funds to go to other object commemorative of Washington. Repeated speech on February 23 before Mercantile Library Association of Boston for whom it was originally prepared. Will repeat it under auspices of Mercantile Library Association of New York if any real interest is shown in it. ER-481","A.L.S. Assures APC she hasn't offended her. Tells of plans for organizing Association there. Has much encouragement and help from gentlemen. Asks for letter of introduction to Mr. Everett when he speaks there on April 21. ER-14, p. 97","Tells him of women's efforts to honor Washington by purchasing Mount Vernon. Encloses publications of Association to explain their purpose, activities, etc. Asks him, a self-exiled son of America, to support the movement. ER-11, p. 3","Photostat. Boston. The correspondence in Enquirer looks good, and Miss Cunningham's address good. Success in Albany. Both houses of legislature passed resolutions complimentary to his errand - attack on him in \"Albany Evening Journal.\" ER-482","Photostat. Boston. Congratulates APC on her diplomacy - saw her address and the correspondence printed in Richmond Enquirer. Virulent attack on him in Albany Evening Journal. ER-483","St. Louis. Asks her aid in letting Mr. Everett know they are organizing. The Young Men's Library Association has written him but hasn't heard anything. Thinks he is waiting for an invitation from the Ladies'. ER-14, p. 95","A.L. Nashville. Thinks Mrs. Octavia Levert the most wonderful after the Regent in personality and accomplishments. Now reading her book on Europe. Mr. Fogg, at Regent's request, analyzed the Constitution and bylaws and thinks nothing more necessary. Will send number of her books Mrs. Pellet orders for Richmond booksellers, and what Regent orders for Charleston booksellers. ER-10, p. 153","A.L. Sends pamphlets. Is sure he will rejoice at prospects of Mount Vernon. Invites him to be present at acceptance of Charter by Association, probably February 22, 1858. ER-11, p. 7 See also same letter RM-29, ER-2031","A.L. Appeal to Kentucky citizens to contribute to Mount Vernon fund, which she hopes newspaper will make. ER-11, p. 7","Richmond. Frobisher recovering from scarlet fever. Ritchie plans trip to Boston in July. Ritchie's sister studying art in Europe. Letters from Mr. J.A. Washington to Mr. Ritchie published in the Enquirer. Is returning Mr. W's letter to Frobisher. Mr. Everett continues his exertions for us (the MVLA). Soon to lecture in St. Louis. Says MVLA hopes to purchase Mount Vernon by 22 February 1858.  A-280","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent extends to her the office of corresponding Secretary, Mount Vernon Central Committee of the Union and offers her an assistant, suggesting Miss Christie Johnson for the position. ER-4, p. 121","Had successful meeting of Missouri Association - 15 women, 3 men. Very excited.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to \"Enquirer\" article. Receipt of a large package of MVLA papers from Miss Lawson with no explanation for sending them. Writes at length on motives of cause, in form of a few thoughts thrown together for an address to be published in religious periodicals. ER-3. p. 81","A.L.S. Richmond. Reports success. Mrs. Cabell called a meeting, weather prevented attendance of members. Mrs. C. in Europe when first circular was published. Mr. Bunnus gives readings when asked, organizing societies in principal places in Virginia. Sends partial list of members. Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie postpone foreign trip. Mr. Everett offers to interest country in APC's and Mrs. Ritchie's efforts. Asked for notice in May nos. of Godey and (Thompson's) Messenger. ER-16, p. 233","Asks her to sign corrected version of paper.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Edward Everett gave lecture and was much entertained. Raised about $1900. Hopes for much at Catholic Fair. Reports on other entertainments. Thinks of asking state legislature for an appropriation. ER-14, p. 97","Richmond. Has published Annie's (?) in the Enquirer. Sends her pamphlet to better help her understand Mount Vernon matters. Lauds Edward Everett for his efforts on behalf of the MVLA. A-280","Will mention Mount Vernon in speech. Commends Association in its efforts. Photostat and transcript also available in folder.","Richmond. Wishes Frobisher to meet Miss Aronia, who makes her debut soon in Boston. Tells her to write some lines of  Miss Aronia, send them to Richmond paper for publication. Ritchie has just returned from Washington, D.C. A-280","A.L.S. Work interrupted by illness. Appeal printing a gift. ER-13, p. 204","A.L.S. Lydenham near Philadelphia. Presents compliments to Southern Matron and acknowledges receipt of Appeals for the Purchase, etc. Will join the Philadelphia organization. ER-13, p. 88","Richmond. Suggest she write an engagement notice for Mrs. Ritchie's daughter, which she will have published. Other personal matters.","A.L.S. Massachusetts. Reports an agreeable and prosperous tour in the West. Spoke at inauguration of the Washington University, at St. Louis, twice before Library Association, and once for MVLA. Spoke in Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington, Maysville, Buffalo, Utica, and Troy. Explains funds resulting only $8000 received to date which he will invest. Fatigue forced him to end speaking for season - spent one week with daughter, Mrs. H.A. Wise, in Washington. Also photostat of brief note on the letter in Everett's hand (letter book notation?) ER-486, ER-9, p. 121","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends printing bill, report to Messenger too late for publication, submits it for APC's criticism. Mrs. Ritchie should have written it. Godey notice for July. Asks how much now subscribed. Virginia (without Everett's) about $2000, list of names to be published. Mrs. Cabell apathetic to celebration July 4, but tried to rouse interest in Baltimore. ER-16, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Subscribes to the cause and its methods. Suggests a discourse at Mount Vernon on anniversary of death of George Washington which would raise funds. Enclose a signed note suggesting Mr. Brown make such a request through newspapers. 3-83","A.L.S. St. Louis. Has collected about $1000, loaned $500 at 12% payable on call. A friend is taking literature to California. Asks for information re: purchase terms for Mount Vernon. Judge Douglas to speak July 4th. ER-14, p. 101","A.L. He yields to Southern Matron's plan but still thinks his own is better. Also includes a pencil draft of a declaration or certificate of support for the MVLA. ER-14, p. 192","A.L.S. Richmond. Takes time from her school duties to report she has found 2 assistants to help in Richmond; efforts to develop a celebration for July 4; mailed out Appeal of Mr. Yeadon; Mr. Porter's letter to be published with Mr. McFarland's acknowledgement of Charleston artillery donation. ER-4, p. 129","A.L.S. 4 p. Rush is responding to a receipt from Mrs. Hale for a donation and request that he prepare an oration about George Washington to be delivered to various audiences, the proceeds to benefit Mount Vernon. RM-915, ER-5446","Apologizes for not writing earlier and promises to work for the cause.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Vaux, Mayor of Philadelphia, response to Appeal for purchase fund. ER-13, p. 90","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Walton sends Treasurer's Report - $1100 besides Washington's Artillery, $85. Mrs. Walton of St. Louis will attend Central Committee meeting in August if held in Richmond. Wrote new Knight Lambert Pond (Ohio) sending Mount Vernon information. Asks for copies of first organization of Mount Vernon Central Committee alluded to in \"Appeal\" published in 1855. Correspondents through Godey's. Mrs. Walton re: Everett's lecture tickets at 50 cents. ER-16, p. 235","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Fears delay in receiving answer to suggestion for December 14 address may now make plan impossible of results desired. ER-3, p. 85","Photostat. Charleston. Is willing to help but not take the lead in any of their endeavors. Has been unable to convince any others to help as well. RM-197, ER-2606","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Confession caused by letters to and from John Augustine Washington, asks for letter from Regent to be read at their Society's next meeting. Pennsylvania's actions add to difficulties in furtherance of plans to raise funds. ER-3, p. 87","Richmond. Has published Frobisher's letter about Aronia's engagement. News of her husband's health. A-280","A.L.S. Richmond. Report of Charleston celebration of 4th a success, no Virginia celebration. Mrs. Cabell invites Mr. Everett to repeat his lecture in Richmond during November Agriculture Fair. Mr. Gaffney's offer to canvas Virginia referred to Southern traveling agent to raise funds. Asks instructions re: keeping records, and other duties. Asks for copies of 1st appeals; sends APC State circulars of 1855 for use in organizing other sections. ER-16, p. 237","A.L.S. Nashville. Sent G.W. Riggs $200 - more to follow in a few days. ER-10, p. 154","A.L.S. Richmond. Wrote Mr. Gaffney. Urges APC to go to White Sulphur Springs for bother her health and \"the cause.\" Mrs. Cabell's effort the 4th a failure. Loudon County raised $200. Mrs. Cabell thinks Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Semmes, and Secretary P. only ones working. Questions authenticity of GW cane. Sent Virginia State Committee Circular to Mr. Gaffney with letter. ER-16, p. 236","A.L.S. St. Louis. Working for contributions at Agriculture Fair. Despairs at small returns. Offers to work for cause on her trip east. Wishes to ask Missouri legislature for appropriation. Hon. S.B. Woodson offers his support. Reviews newspaper support. ER-14, p. 100","Independence Hall. Presents plan of an artist, Mr. Devereux, for selling portraits of Washington for 50 cents, with 15 cents from each to go to Fund - sure he can raise $10,000-$15,000 for fund this way. ER-D-11","Photostat. Hopes to come to Richmond in November. Had successful speaking tour in West.","A.L.S. Richmond. On receipt of Regent's letter re: GW's cane, etc. went to Mrs. Cabell who questioned authenticity of relics. Writes for information and finds G.W.P. Custis, sole surviving executor of Will, had given a certified statement re: them. Plans for funds to purchase relics. Mount Vernon Report published without reading proof - asks Mrs. Hale to correct errors before copying again. Mrs. Dickinson sent $1742.22. Reports smaller funds, and future benefit entertainments. ER-4, p. 126","Richmond. Soon leaves for New York. Other personal matters. A-280","A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Has delivered address 5 times since return from West - had he time could repeat it every evening. Family difficulties may prevent his tour through South. Also ER-251 letter book copy. ER-9, p. 123","A.L.S. Nashville. Receives appointment and instructions, will start work at once. Thinks Mrs. Polk and others of wealth will contribute. Expects Edward Everett to speak in October during State Mechanics Fair. Will send Mount Vernon Appeal to all the Sunday Schools. (part of letter missing). ER-10, p. 117","Medford, Massachusetts. Photostat. Will accept her invitation to repeat his discourse in Mobile if she can, thanks her for having publisher send him a copy of her book. ER-488","Photostat. Sorry she is ill. He continues to make his speech.","A.L.S. Richmond. Philadelphia affair result of personal opposition to APC. Refers to affairs in Indiana, Georgia. Asks for money to pay assistant. Must have copy ready for Messenger 28th of month. Arranging exchange of papers. GW cane to be sold July 30. ER-16, p. 239","A.L.S. Richmond. Expert's statistics finished. Will try to bring about reconciliation in Georgia affair. Hopes to systematize reports and activities. GW cane to be sold today. Ladies authorized a $200 bid. Hopes to have Everett in Richmond for grand presentation. Receives article from Petersburg, the Courier. Mrs. P. to have all exchange papers from Enquirer's office for Mount Vernon clippings. Heard from Mr. and Mrs. Eve. Offers to aid Association reported. ER-16, p. 241","A.L.S. Independence Hall, Philadelphia. Understands Mr. Millard will send his statement of Mount Vernon funds. S.F.W. wishes to compare it with his statement. Crowds in hall - hopes for results for Mount Vernon fund. ER-13, p. 113","Sent article from local paper. Continues to raise money.","A.L.S. Memphis. Reports little success in various attempts for Mount Vernon, but will make further attempts. ER-10, p. 155.","A.L.S. Richmond. APC on Sullivan Island. Will give history of purchase of cane later. Mrs. Cabell's plans for cane and raising funds given, asks for her liberal contribution. Agrees with APC on Masonic affair, wishes to know total amount collected. Is trying for Monthly Reports. Time for new report. Memphis sends $65 Tennessee contributes. ER-16, p. 242","Astoria. Trip to Long Island went well. Husband did journey well, despite health. Expects to go to Boston. News of friends. A-280","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: presentation of Mount Vernon cause to Masonic orders, especially to December meeting of Grand Lodges in Richmond. Names prominent Masons they could approach. Suggests finding GW's Masonic Apron to present as gift. Asks what to do with spy-glass. ER-4, p. 123","A.L.S. Formally presents a sum which he requests shall not be publicly acknowledged. ER-10, p. 50","A.L.S. Difficulties between the Savannah and Augusta Associations in regard to precedence. ER-3, p. 89","Photostat. Newport, Rhode Island. Continues to give his speech. Sends best wishes to Mr. Ritchie in his illness.","A.L.S. Richmond. Reports depositing $2000 collected in 10 counties in North Carolina. ER-3, p. 91","A.L.S. Richmond. Mr. Sheffley approves of giving Everett the cane; sends $5; cites other approvals. Mrs. Ritchie answered Mrs. Grant's letter. Hasn't enough information from workers to make September report. Enquirer has no room for Mount Vernon report on Regent's article. ER-16, p. 266","A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Acknowledges letters and clippings on Mount Vernon. Reports giving GW oration in Massachusetts and Newport twice each, and in Maine three times. Innumerable invitations from all parts of country and 6 or 8 engagements. Some details re: Buffalo, Cleveland, New York City, Richmond, and Alabama. Thinks it may be unwise to present him with GW cane much as he desires it. Great bitterness of Pryor in South, and Harce Greely and Wendell Phillips criticizing him in North. ER-9, p. 127","A.L. end of letter missing. Richmond. Extension of 10 days given for \"dead line\" or reports for Messenger. Received from William Yancy $1024.75. Mrs. Dickinson collected about $2000 from N.C. ER-16, p. 240","A.L.S. Taunton. Sends copy of a disturbing newspaper article. Says Miss Martha Haines Butt, a Virginian, offers her services. ER-14, p. 99","A.L.S. Feels great responsibility in drawing up a constitution for so lasting an organization. Submits  draft for Regent's corrections, no work done yet on bylaws and needs directions before undertaking it. Refuses to consider renumeration for services. Draft on back of letter. ER-3, p. 93","A.L.S. Memphis. Will again attempt work for Mount Vernon, and report its progress. ER-10, p. 155","A.S. Telegram on original telegraph form, New York and New Orleans Magnetic Telegraph Company. Signed Southern Matron. Reports Everett fund as $29,000. ER-1, p. 72","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: mistakes and delays in Report for Messenger. Mrs. Grant says \"the Savannah Association has become an auxiliary to the Central Committee by advice and permission of Southern Matron.\" Collected $1426. Asks her to note what Mrs. Grant says about Mrs. Meade's and Mrs. Ritchie's letters, both dictated by Miss Cunningham. ER-4, p. 122","A.L.S. Nashville. Re: George Verger, President Great Pacific Railroad who lends his support to Mount Vernon cause and will act as Treasurer in Mississippi. Asks Regent to make him a Knight. Suggests Mrs. MacWillie would make an excellent Vice Regent in Mississippi - husband is candidate for governor. ER-10, p. 159","A.L.S. Independence Hall. Sends long list of subscribers, and some comments. ER-10, p. 51","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re: his views on monument to Washington, declares his support and will be active in cause. ER-3, p. 95","Photostat. Wants to do speaking tour of the South on behalf of Mount Vernon in November but is not certain he can be away from home so long.","Photostat. Unable to commit to long speaking tour in South due to wife's illness and business concerns.","A.L.S. Richmond. Editor of the Whig offers to aid a demonstration at the Fair, other publicity noted. ER-4, p. 83","A.L.S. St. Louis. Returned to find ladies had done nothing in her absence. State leader, Mrs. Hart, has done almost nothing. ER-14, p. 99","A.S. Telegram on original telegraph form, New York and New Orleans Magnetic Telegraph Company. Signed A Southern Matron. $40 for Charleston. ER-1, p. 74","Draft letter, incomplete. Concerning cane to be presented to him by the Ladies'.","Incomplete letter - still unsure about Southern tour.","A.L.S. Recites troubles she has to make state organization function. Still rumors of John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Money panic in St. Louis is \"dreadful\" - worst since 1837. ER-14, p. 101","Telling of his extensive schedule of Washington lectures. Hopes to come to Richmond. in November. RM-600, ER-4488","A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Expresses admiration for her energy and seal. Speaks several times in Buffalo and vicinity; Philadelphia's new opera house last on this tour. Terrible financial crisis makes times unfavorable form Mount Vernon cause. Richmond visit uncertain and thinks presentation of can unwise. Concerned by her report of Governor Wise's attitude. ER-9, p. 123","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends an article to be published in Charleston Courier. Wants Miss Cunningham's statement to refute statement that Virginia will own Mount Vernon after people of other States have paid for it. \"Patriot\" article will be sent soon. ER-10, p. 161","A.L.S. Richmond. Receives letter from New Hampshire, evidence of popularity of Mount Vernon cause. Can have rooms in Mrs. P.'s school, meals across the street. Mrs. Grant is a business woman. Fair opens 27th. Hopes to have E. Everett at that time. Banks have suspended but country people have gold they will spend at Fair. ER-16, p. 243","A.L.S. Boston. Cannot accept invitation at this time as his family, business and the building of the public library keep him busy at home. Has been away much since speaking in St. Louis in April, repeated oration 40 times this season. ER-9, p. 133","Photostat. Unable to go south until winter at least.","A.L.S. Boston. Tells why he declined Mrs. Ritchie's invitation to Richmond - Has repeated oration more than 40 times, neglecting his family, business and duties connected with new public library. Went west last week, spoke 5 times in 7 days, traveled 1600 miles in 10 days and will speak in own vicinity 4 times in next 8 days. has asked to postpone Philadelphia date. ER-9, p. 135","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re: a couple of pictures Mr. Devereux has sent her, with reposition for selling copies for benefit of Mount Vernon. Companion piece of Martha Washington from Boston Athenaeum's Gilbert Stuart portrait. Asks about progress of purchase fund, so he can answer inquiries of subscribers at the Hall. ER-13, p. 91","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks when Regent is coming to Richmond. E. Everett is unable to speak during Richmond Fair, Nov. 9. Has given lecture 40 times since St. Louis. Thinks cancel of lecture date loss $10,000. Plans for substitute speaker; tent on Fair grounds for Mount Vernon subscriptions. Expects $200,000 will be left in Richmond by Fair as panic does not effect farmers. ER-16, p. 269","A.L.S. Boston. Re: misunderstandings about his proposed orations in Richmond. ER-9, p. 137","Photostat. Boston. Would give his talk for free, but any proceeds must go toward fund for purchase of Mount Vernon.","Photostat. Boston. Definitely unable to travel away from Boston. Will give his talk only locally.","Boston. Apologizes for confusion of date to speak in Richmond. Much too busy to do so.","Photostat. Boston. Still postponing talks in Philadelphia and Richmond. Hopes financial state of country will improve.","Encloses copy of Mrs. Fogg's letter. Would like help answering it.","Report. Richmond. Despite financial panic, the Association's offers of assistance continue. Since September report, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota, and New Mexico have been added to Association. Santa Fe citizens and Florida ladies active. South Carolina gives $51; Tenn. $189; Mrs. McWillie is Vice Regent for Mississippi. Dr. Burrows substitutes for E. Everett; Virginia gives $134. Funds to be sent to W.H. Mcfarland of Richmond, Treasurer for State, who in turn will place them in hands of Vriginia Treasurer for credit of Association. ER-16, p. 245","A.L.S. Richmond. \"strictly confidential.\" Report of exhibition of Washington's cane and spy glass at Fair - and only $100 raised; Mr. Everett thinks fund cannot be raised in time; Masonic Orders' plan for buying Mount Vernon, but confidence in J.A. Washington's word is lacking; Odd Fellows contribute $55; paid $106 for relics; disgust with Virginia's efforts.","A.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Pleased with Dr. Mackey's interest in cause. Refers to Masonic interests. Describes how he has handled Mount Vernon fund accruing from his oration. Now has little under $24,000, explains expenses taken out, \"never deducted a dollar\" from money, local committees always took care of that. Outlines present investment of the funds. $2200 interest yielded on $36,000 or $37,000 fund. Regrets cannot convert investments into cash without loss. Will be able to deliver when time comes - advises against publicity. Can forward to Governor Wise a certified statement of general condition of fund - to be paid over at proper time. ER-9, p. 141","A.L.S. Richmond. Messenger will not grant space for monthly report, Mr. Thompson has advanced date for report to be in his hands. No pamphlets to send as you direct. Asked her to remain in Charleston because of Masonic plans for subscriptions; some Masons think Mount Vernon is to be owned by them. ER-16, p. 251","Working for the cause in North Carolina. RM-970, MS-5553","A.L.S. Charleston. Sends $58 and list of names. ER-10, p. 53","A.L.S. Nashville. Re: Vice Regent for Louisiana. Prepares a series of lectures for Mount Vernon fund. Requests Mrs. Lucius C. Duncan be sent credentials and 25 printed subscription blanks, William Bilbo to be made Knight of Mount Vernon. Agent in Texas put to work. ER-10, p. 149","A.L.S. Charleston. Report to be published in daily paper with an urgent appeal for more funds. Mentions her approaching visit to Richmond. Note: \"Trying to get up a convert.\" ER-9, p. 87","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Selling pictures for Mount Vernon purchase fund in cooperation with Devereux Co. Mount Vernon to receive one-half proceeds for fund; find impressions sold for $100 per hundred, Association receives 50%, elaborates on methods of selling and prices charged. ER-13, p. 93","Copy of letter written by Ann Pamela Cunningham's brother, John Cunningham at her instruction. Charleston. Offering statement of funds collected with copy of Constitution and Bylaws required by Charter granted. Plan to turn over funds impractical in this period of financial depression because of loss on investments involved. ER-1, p. 85","A.L.S. Richmond. Confidential (last page pasted down). Re: securing Mount Vernon for February 22; the interest of Masonic Order in purchase of Mount Vernon and aid they have offered; thinks John M. Gilmer is opposed to Ladies' Association; benefits to be given; E. Everett' transfer of funds to Virginia. ER-9, p. 84","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased that request for Mr. Washington's extension on time of purchase is approved by her. Again asserts that when friends are ready to buy, Mr. Washington will sell. General financial affairs better. Has as many engagements for his oration in vicinity as his health permits him to give. ER-9, p. 145","Charleston. Congratulates her on behalf of APC, Southern Matron, on appointment to head Louisiana committee. ER-348A","A.L.S. Executive Department signed by George W. Mumford, secretary. Richmond. Secretary reports Governor will submit to Virginia legislature any report touching funds for purchase of Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 97","A.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Reports total cash received $24,000 and interest on its investment bring it to $36,000. Has placed his Mount Vernon fund under Board of 5 which he names, and gives details of method of investing same. Has delivered oration 64 times. ER-9, p. 143","A.L.S. Richmond. Will do best she can with \"Mount Vernon Waltz.\" Asks instructions re: funds, has asked collectors to check money with Mr. Mcfarland. Mr. Gaffney has issued an Appeal, which is not \"just the thing.\" Money pressure not yet felt in Richmond as elsewhere. ER-16, p. 252","A.L.S. Charleston. Written at APC's request. Cunningham asks Mrs. Pellet to rewrite Association's last report so as to bring full force of public opinion to bear on Virginia legislators. J.A. Washington demands prompt purchase but gives no time limit for payments. APC suggests many examples of individual and group efforts to be cited in report, showing remarkable success in raising funds during a period of depression. Constitution and Bylaws drawn by James L. Petigen (Petigru?) and Richard Yeadon now in Governor Wise's hands. Note: Nov. 1857 L.S. Porter in October report rewritten by Mrs. Pellet. ER-1, p. 79, 81","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks if Mount Vernon funds should be transferred to Virginia State. Exchange is high. Letter from E. Everett confirms letter to APC re: his funds and investments. Encloses November Report, which was not published in Messenger. Questions advisability of inviting organizations to send friends to Virginia at this time. Comments favorably on Irving's \"Life of Washington,\" mentions Walberg's equestrian statue of GW. Asks APC to make additions and changes in Report as far as she sees fit. ER-16, p. 253","A.L. Charleston. Will send Constitution and Bylaws to Governor, thus preventing Legislature from blocking Charter. Problems of accurate representation to Legislature, exact sums collected and by whom, prevention of loss by transfer of funds, certified statements before purchase payments. Suggests each state representative be asked for one day's pay as for Calhoun. (pencil comment: Important on purchase.\") ER-1, p. 91","A.L.S. Charleston. Re: report on funds collected to be sent Virginia legislature. Instruct Macfarland to turn over funds in his possession to State Treasury. Important to show financial crisis is not stopping collections. Call from Senator Yulee and Ex-Governor Broone of Florida. Will offer Mrs. Yulee Vice Presidency, though Mr. Y. is \"bitterly prejudiced\" against Mr.Washington. ER-1, p. 89","Photostat. Boston. Will be delighted to speak before citizens of Savannah. ER-519","A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges her letter and copy of Col. Cunningham's letter to Governor Wise. Improved financial conditions bring principal back to value before panic. has been less active in cause lately due to other pressure on time and his own health. P.S. Pleased with account just received of Governor Wise's attitude and Mr. Ripley's enthusiasm. Hopes to make a southern trip. ER-9, p. 147","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Opens negotiations with Mount Vernon Fund to aid it with a portrait of Washington. Authorizes him to communicate proposal to Southern Matron. ER-D-5","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks APC to send copy of Governor Wise's letter which Mrs. Ritchie failed to copy. Masonic Orders definite aid to Mount Vernon Association for purchase fund. Mrs. P. and Mrs. Ritchie have changed the Report since receiving Governor's letter. Wishes S.C. list of subscribers and amounts to give Governor Wise. Will secure lists from other states. ER-16, p. 254","A.S. Disapproves of constitution and bylaws submitted by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, and gives reasons. Signed Henry A. Wise. ER-3, p. 99","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Writes in reference to their Washington Portrait. Has sent Mr. Watson of Independence Hall a Memorandum as a basis of negotiation. They wish to aid the fund. They feel it important the portrait of Washington should be circulated among the citizens. Will furnish parcels of portraits to Managers of Association at different places, the Association to pay express charges. Ladies should be informed of sale of portrait and urged to use energy in its sale. First lot to each place to be sent on trust. Prices of various editions of Portraits. Half of price to be kept by Association, believes the better edition would better meet the wishes of the Southern and Western patronage. ER-D-47","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Writes her in regard to plan to sell Washington portraits for benefit of Mount Vernon fund. Association must pay Express charges on bundles of portraits. First lot of pictures to be sent to her and other Ladies on trust. Remittance for these to be sent with order for second lot. Sends four types of portrait at prices ranging from $1.25. Half of money to be forwarded to them, half kept by Association. ER-D-13","A.L.S. Philadelphia, Independence Hall. Mayor Vaux's subscription not yet paid. Inquirer, Bulletin and Godey ar all friendly. General Financial depression has cut into Mount Vernon receipts at the Hall. Has $120 collected. Commends Edward Everett's contribution. ER-13, p. 92","Extracts from Mr. Watson's letter. Believes Association and Devereux \u0026 Co. can work out an agreement. Special edition of the Portrait for Association. Reasons for special edition, whole scheme of Association based on spontaneous and free gift of people without returning value for value. Association to receive 1/2 proceeds of sale; such a small margin of profit for D. \u0026 Co. that they cannot afford to do any advertising. ER-D-48","Her health has been very poor during last 2 months. Thanks him for his recent act of patriotism. Calamitous economic conditions of world greatly injure the Mount Vernon fund. The Washington Portrait will help the Fund considerably. ER-D-119","New Orleans. From unknown sender? Will help association if he can, but fears not much can be done in Louisiana now. Has just received pamphlets with information. Proposes appointing \"the Commercial Bulletin\" as \"organ\" of Association. ER 349","A.L.S. Richmond. Fragment of letter, 4 pages. Governor Wise's objections to Bill. Has written 5 Vice Regents asking them to send list of subscribers and amounts given - which will be sent to Governor when new constitution is sent. Secretary's Report has gone to printer. Masonic Order wants only to visit Mount Vernon once a year. Prospects are brighter. Reports funds collected. ER-4, p. 87","A.L.S. St. Louis. Asks Mr. Forrest (actor) to give benefit which he refuses to do. Hopes Pres. Hart will resign. Great prejudice against John A. Washington, and hard to get contributions or press notices. Has printed Appeal to Catholics. ER-14, p. 103","A.L.S. Richmond. Declares she has neither compromised the Regent nor the Association in dealing with Governor; begs she correct mistakes in Messenger, encloses copy of a letter she sent Ladies re: funds; Savannah has funds invested at 10%; re: Mrs. Walton and Mrs. Cabell; Mrs. Ritchie thinks Governor meant no insult. ER-3, p. 101","A.L.S. Richmond. No mention of Mount Vernon in Governor's message. Mr. Langfitt was a know-Nothing, not in legislature. Re: Ritchies, perhaps well Governor did not allude to Mount Vernon in speeches. Mr. Yaney collects $370. Asks if Association wants spyglass, now in Virginia Capitol Library, Association has paid for it; Mrs. Cabell wants spyglass for Maryland Institute. Mr. Yeadon thinks \"letter must be written by Southern Matron, who with Mrs. Ritchie are the magnets.\" - also Mrs. Le Vert. ER-16, p. 247","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Will forward Washington portraits with framed samples. Advises vigorous action needed to sell portraits in these hard times. Has requested Adams \u0026 Co. Express to send these packages of portraits gratuitously. ER-350","A.L.S. Boston. Encloses certified statement of funds collected and how invested. Advises no publicity be given this statement. ER-9, p. 149","A.L.S. House of Representatives, Columbia. Sorry Governor Wise annoys her. Mr. Petigru still out of town. Thinks Governor Wise right in requiring \"President to sign her real name.\" Comments on Governor Wise's ideas re: amendments, Charters, Constitution, and Bylaws. Thinks Governor Wise means no discourtesy to Southern Matron. ER-14, p. 192","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Suggests that the Washington Portraits may induce those who have already given to the Fund to give more. Removing speck of lint from surface of pictures. Cautions her to always send better editions of portraits flat, with a board top and bottom to protect them, except single copies, which can be rolled. Suggests printing on Portraits \"sold for the Benefit of the Mount Vernon Fund.\" They have changed number of pictures in last order somewhat. Cautions her to roll mounted styles of Portraits from the top. Adams Express Co. to carry this package free. Hopes they will do the same for subsequent packages. ER-D-49","A.L.S. Richmond. Private. Reports a meeting at Mrs. Ritchie's where legislators talked about Mount Vernon, the Bill and Virginia's inactivity. Everett's fund with certified statement received. Governor's and legislature's action probably favourable. Mistakes still in Secretary's report and trouble with publishers. ER-4, p. 88","Charleston. Writes on behalf of Southern Matron to urge her to vigorous action. Explains Devereux \u0026 Co.'s offer of portraits fund to add to Mount Vernon fund. ER-351","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington asks Ritchie if the Virginia General Assembly has taken or will take action regarding the take over of Mount Vernon. Ritchie's repy to this letter, dated 19 December, is written at the bottom and described separately (next entry title) RM-1030, MS-5661","Richmond. Letter written at the bottom of John Augustine Washington's letter to Ritchie dated December 16. The reply from Ritchie states no action has been taken regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon. RM-1030, MS-5661","A.L.S. Richmond. Expects APC to stay in Mrs. Pellet's school. Good report from Mrs. Fogg. Subscribers' names coming in from several points. Trying to turn Mr. Ritchie out of office for supporting  Governor Wise. ER-16, p. 246","A.L.S. Nashville. Regrets unsatisfactory newspaper reports. Wants $1700 contributions printed in Charleston papers with statement if will soon be $2000. Sent oration delivered in Hall of Representatives - wishes notice of oration placed in Charleston paper. ER-10, p. 167","A.L.S. Richmond. Hastens to send John Augustine Washington's letter and Mr. Ritchie's answer, with request she return them promptly. ER-3, p. 109","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased to hear Mount Vernon's encouraging prospects. Hopes nothing will be done to antagonize Governor for whom he has great regard. The vacancy on board for Everett's Mount Vernon fund is replaced by deceased's brother. Lists engagements in East including New York Opera House. ER-9, p. 151","A.L. Nashville, Pleased to hear Miss Cunningham is to be in Richmond to work with Legislature. Asks her to publish in Charleston papers list of amounts each State has raised. Each State representative should have list of amounts contributed. Tennessee has raised $2050. Asks how to handle this money. Received 300 copies of GW portrait for sale through dealer. Her public wants to know amount of purchase fund raised exactly. Sent her E. Everett's letters. ER-10, p. 163","Richmond. Refers Annie Frobisher to him.","Draft or copy. A.L. Central Committee formed in May 1855. ER-11, p.11","Draft. Letters between Mr. Ritchie and Mr. Washington to be published, and Mr. Washington to add his pledge over his name of his terms of sale. This will stimulate interest and remove any doubts of Mr. Washington's intentions. Encloses a copy of Washington's letter so he can see him in a different light. Difficulties in getting Mr. Washington to write letter for Governor Wise and Assembly. Defends Washington's actions - he is under pressures from other members of the family not to sell to Ladies. Believes Mount Vernon can be obtained in a year's time. ER-1, p. 63","Draft. Refers to publication in Virginia of Washington letter and correspondence between the Ritchies.","Copy telegraphic report. Reports contributions received from various places. ER-10, p. 145","A.L.S. Expresses gratitude for his help which redeems South Carolina's apathy. Suggests he receive all donations for state and publish donors' names in Courier. Offiers to furnish Courier with interesting information but allows no use of her real name. ER-1, p. 71","Telegram. Raised $200 in 2 days in Nashville.","A.L.S. Re: $205 and purchase of relics by Col. Gettings for the Association - spyglass and \"other\" sold together. ER-3, p. 107","A.L.S. Asks to be relieved of Vice Presidency of Association but wishes to continue as active worker. ER-3, p. 75","A.L.S. Re: future plans, vaguely stated, and communications for Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Ritchie ER-13, p. 206","A.L.S. Thanks her for notes and papers. Will try to have substantial offering for the 4th. Reports discouragements and successes. ER-14, p. 99","Extracts from letters, written in Ann Pamela Cunningham's hand. Undated.","A.L.S. with three notes re: Everett's lecture in Nashville, work with schools, Methodist General Council. ER-10, p. 143","Working hard for the cause. ER-10, p. 141","Discussion of George Washington portraits, for sale to benefit cause. ER-10, p. 151","Typed transcript, undated. Sorry to have missed seeing her. Will visit in a few days. RM-144 TYP-2405","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Impossibility of getting package (of portraits) to their destinations before last Christmas. Hopes to have these packages carried free by the Adams Express Co. Lists numbers of and types of portrait sent to Vice Regents. The \"Illuminated Character\" of Washington going through the Press. Arranging for remittances to be sent them.","A.L. draft. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of gift, Mythology of Ancients. ER-11, p. 19","Facsimile. Boston. Thanks her for the little volume and flattering personal allusions in it. Hears the Regent is in Richmond, hopes she and the Richmond ladies can bring about the desired effect. Will be in Richmond on Feb. 22 for grand ceremonial. Has many speaking engagements to repeat his \"Washington\" and also his speech on Charity. ER-494","A.L.S. Washington. Intelligencer and Union promise to publish APC's Appeal. Disapproves of Mr. Pryor. Fears loss of Bill. Antagonism to purchase price. Plans a benefit party. ER-14, p. 103","A.L.S Richmond. Encloses a letter from Mr. Everett: invitations for 22nd not yet out; Mount Vernon cause to be presented at Winchester Masonic Lodge; Gen. Chapman and Mr. Ward (legislator) Masonic committee to call on Regent; selling pictures; Dr. Dove will call on Regent; sends Regent a \"book.\" ER-3, p. 111","\"Ledger\" Office, New York. Returns $2 sent for subscription to \"Ledger\" for Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham. Will send her the \"Ledger\" free every week. ER-D-50","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts Miss Cunningham's position of \"Knight of Mount Vernon\" and stands ready to act in any exigency that may arise. ER-3, p. 115","Thanks her for everything. Sent names. Selling pictures. MS-5552, RM-970","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Hopes for Regent's safe arrival in Richmond. No objection to sale of music. Depression caused decrease in Independence Hall receipts. Devereux Co.'s plans for U.S. sales of pictures; illuminated \"Character of Washington\" and illuminated Farewell Address soon to be published. Edward Everett's lecture in New York and Philadelphia. ER-13, p. 94","A.L.S. 8 p. Writes to report decisions of Mount Vernon committee regarding contract, arrangements with The Virginia Legislature, celebration of Washington's Birthday, financial difficulties, terms of sale, and other topics. RM-523, ER-4236","A.L.S. 3 p. Specifies condition for sale of Mount Vernon in respect for the Tomb; states that the present Tomb must remain the final resting place, although he has no objection to proposed monument on the site to be erected by Virginia. RM-523, ER- 4237","A.L.S. 1 p. Mount Vernon. Requests that if the Committee of the Virginia Legislature formulate a proposal satisfactory to her, she will send him a copy before it is submitted to the House as a whole. RM-523, ER-4238","A.L.S. New York. Filled Academy of Music with 100 standing for Washington oration. 72 repetitions. Speaks at Philadelphia Academy of Music the 4th. Pleased with Richmond success. Thinks NY expenses were enormous, $300 - but profits must be great. ER-9, p. 153","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. If Committee decides to present a Bill to Virginia Legislature, asks for copy, he will immediately state what he thinks favorable or unfavorable, and a conference may adjust difficulties - will go to Richmond if needed. ER-9, p. 27","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sale of pictures in Independence Hall and Devereux relations to it. The Hall committee does not look with favor upon the boxes of Mount Vernon contributions and his trifles for sale. Glad to learn portraits are meeting \"with such patronage\" - hopes sale will reach $100,000 for $1 portraits. Now has $175. ER-13, p. 95","Facsimile. Boston. Accepts invitation of General Assembly to be present at elevation of statue of Washington on the 22nd of February. ER-495","Facsimile. Boston. Has accepted official invitation for the 22nd of February. He will stay at Mrs. Stanard's as he had promised her. He is uncertain about whether he is deliver oration on the 22nd when he is to be presented with the cane of Washington. ER-496","A.L.S. Washington. Planned a Ball for 22nd in St. Louis, reports slow progress. ER-14, p. 103","Wants to wait for big celebration on February 22nd until papers for sale of Mount Vernon are signed. Wishes APC all good things. MS-5550, RM-970","Not getting many contributions from her students at school.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Satisfied with General C.'s bill prohibiting future interments in or around vault. Does not approve Committee's recommendation for a \"magnificent mausoleum\" for GW and gives his reasons, has no objections to a cenotaph near Vault. Delay in going to Richmond by wife's illness, but can go now any day but February 22nd. to close contract. ER-9, p. 27","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Forwards 3 newspaper articles from the Richmond South, the first a criticism of the Association and John A. Washington, Ann Pamela Cunningham reply, signed Southern Matron, and the original writer's answer. RM-4298, ER-4298 (different numbers on folder)","A.L.S. Richmond. \"Bill\" may be published. Attacks on Southern Matron. J.A. Washington \"behaving nobly.\" Wants publicity in Savannah. Have fine speaker for Bill. Pictures selling by hundreds. Proceeds Mrs. Fogg's geography given MVLA. E. Everett and D.P. Brown in Philadelphia. GW cane presented to Everett and spyglass to W.L. Yancy (Alabama). ER-3, p. 117","A.L.S. Mobile. Plans a pageant for February 22. Appeal to Masons. Gives suggestions for other entertainments. ER-14, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston. Thanks her for copy of Bill, sorry the \"South\" is attacking it. Hopes to be in Richmond by 19th. Public Library duties necessitate his return to Boston from Philadelphia engagement before going to Richmond. ER-9, p. 155","A.L.S. fragment of letter. Re: Mr. Everett and his lecture; selling tickets; Mr. Yancy will not speak; guards at Mount Vernon paid $1 per day selling pictures. No carriages on Mount Vernon grounds the 22nd. ER-3, p. 113","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Sends $340.75 and account of state work. Complies with Regent's request that each state give an address on Feb. 22. Will try selling pictures later. ER-14, p. 75","Copy written by J.A. Washington III (one of a series copied on the same sheet of paper). Mount Vernon. Washington refers to Richmond South articles that claim he offered to sell Mount Vernon for $100,000 to General Scott for U.S. Asylum for disabled soldiers. Asks if Mr. McKenzie knows that he ever offered Mount Vernon for sale, by whose authority, and to please submit copies of letters, if any, relating such an offer. ER-9, p. 39","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Resolutions, pledging aid in the purchase of Mount Vernon, by assessing each brother, with single condition they may occupy the premises one each year - about 350,000 members. ER-3, p.119","A.L.S. 6 p. enclosure A.D. 1 p. Recounts his dealings with Commissioners of the Military Asylum, asserts his indifference to derogatory newspaper reports. Encloses statement of conditions of sale to Association. RM-524, ER-4299","Facsimile. Philadelphia. Matter of his oration cleared up. The 23rd will be satisfactory for his oration. Believes presentation should be after the oration. ER-497 a-b","Facsimile. Philadelphia. Unable to make appointment now for an oration at the University of Virginia. Will do so when he can. ER-520","Plattsburgh. Sends $57.10. Has had to contend with much opposition to the Association. $30 she sent was contributed by Masonic Lodge. ER-12","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received articles from Richmond South, thanks her for her defense of him. Encloses copies of all correspondence between him and Commissioners for Military Asylum 1851, describes his one meeting with Commissioner, declares he has had but one price for Mount Vernon , $200,000 since it came into his possession in 1849. Press attacks unfair. Explains Lewis McKenzie's and others' attitude toward sale. In 1852 he promptly refused Mr. Corcoran's offer of $100,000 - wished to present it to U.S. Bill proposed for Virginia legislature 1853-1854, offering $190,000. J.A.W. has asked General Scott for a statement of price quoted to him in 1851, will forward on receipt of it. Copy of this letter ER-9-35 in following folder. RM-523,ER-4280","Handwritten copy of previous letter. ER-9-35","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re: a contract to sell 200 acres and how it was cancelled. Was never offered for $300,000. Washington has never offered Mount Vernon for sale to any public or private body, but when asked if he would sell, has stated his price $200,000 and terms. ER-9, p. 33","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Says she has not acknowledged his last two letters. Asks how she is. Advises she and John Augustine Washington III have patience and Everett will purchase Mount Vernon; all pleased with his lecture, 3000 there. Not half who wanted to attend could get tickets. Thinks he will repeat it. ER-13, p. 96","A.L.S. Reports oration given in New England. NY Academy of Music gross receipts were $1800; due to low price of tickets and exorbitant rent, advertising, etc. proceeds only $1100. Philadelphia engagement not well handled, so on request, will repeat it a third time there. NY Central Stock is now back to purchase price. Photostat of letter also included. ER-9, p. 157, photostat ER-522","Telegram. Nashville. \"Francis D. Fogg, Counsellor at Law, advises you to pay at once every dollar you can collect.\" ER-10, p. 169","Telegram. Nashville. \"Tennessee Funds in bank two thousand six hundred dollars, $2,600.\" ER-10, p. 173","A.L.S. Washington, written in her absence by D.L. Yulee. Acknowledges letter and sends ex-Governor Broome's address. ER-4, p. 199","Facsimile. Boston. Speaking arrangements in Richmond. Refers to Mr. Pryor's articles. Leaves Monday for South, to reach Richmond by the 20th. Speaking is very exhausting to him. Will deliver his \"charity\" address for any charitable object. ER-498","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Reported to Mrs. Pellet fully on work in Mississippi. Addresses will be given Feb. 22 for benefit of fund. Needs more literature. ER-14, p. 75","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses copies of Mr. Washington's letters to General Scott and Mr. McKenzie and their replies. Mr. Washington's differs from Mr. McKenzie's memory of offer for Mount Vernon. General Scott's recollection is in accord with J.A.W.'s. ER-9, p.37","Typescript copy. Augusta. Wants to be of service but must put efforts toward paying for his father's monument. Apologies. RM-144, TYP 2407","Deposited funds. Gives advice. MS-5549, RM-970","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Fall from horse has kept him at home. Plans to be in Alexandria and will look for her friend Mr. Dawson. Has had no communication with members of Virginia legislature, does not know their views, but thinks if Association can persuade legislators that they \"need name of State\" only and not funds, difficulties will be overcome. ER-9, p. 41","Telegram. Philadelphia. \"Your request shall be complied with.\" ER-9, p. 158","A.L.S. Nashville. Has packed 3 boxes of articles to send to Augusta, GA Fair; Mrs. Eve hopes to realize $1000 from sale for Mount Vernon. Reports a soiree planned, attempts to reach schools. Masonic lodges. Has sent out 200 circulars. ER-10, p. 171","A.L.S. Mobile, AL. Sends check. Masons give $670. Gives \"first dollar\" ($100) she receives from her \"Souvenirs of Travel.\" Sold 190 pictures. ER-14, p. 33","Discussion of funds transfers.","A.L.S. 2 p. Requests that he visit briefly to meet with her and Mr. Yancey and Mr. Everett. RM-523, ER-4239","A.L.S. 2 p. Sends him a portrait of George Washington and requests to come the next day to meet with her and Mr. Yancey. RM-523, ER-4240","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mayor Vaux will send his check later. Sends $150 from subscribers. Reports on shipment of portraits for sale by Devereux Co., says they are prompt and reliable - have 15 or 16000 of the 2500 editions ready. ER-13, p. 97","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thanks her for courtesies extended him while in Richmond. Asks what changes Mr. Yancey suggests. Want Bill dealt with even if unfavorably at this session, and suggests they begin to plan further now in case of its defeat. ER-9, p. 43","Richmond. Urges her not to resign as Vice President of Mount Vernon Association because of illness. She should appoint some one to aid her in her duties, as Mrs. Fogg, Mrs. MacWillie and Madam Le Vert are doing - assures her the Association will succeed whatever is the action of the Virginia legislature. Asks her to send in any funds by the 20th","A.L.S. 4 p. States that the Mount Vernon Bill in the Virginia Legislature will come up on March 3 and will be defeated. She desires to have a record of their transactions made public shortly after this and urges him to prepare a letter stating that as neither the United States nor Virginia will act to save Mount Vernon, he will sell to the Association. RM-523, ER-4241","A.L.S. Washington. Regrets he did not see her again before leaving. Everett had all Mount Vernon securities he has accumulated sent to Richmond. Since Miss Cunningham advised not transferring them, they were sealed and left with Mr. Macfarland - to be transferred to her at any time. Will keep cash funds in his own bank at 6% interest but payable to her with one day's notice. Plans for Richmond proceeds. Leaves in half hour for Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 159","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Informs him that an act of incorporation will be sought, in case The Mt. Vernon Bill is defeated in the Legislature. Date noted in J.A. Washington's hand. RM-523, ER-4242","A.L.S. Washington. He urges that no matter how great the provocation, no offense be given the legislators. Passed night with Mr. Washington at Mount Vernon and discussed terms of purchase - objection to reservation of Tomb and demand for interest. If he adjusts the purchase could be made at once. Plans of woeful dilapidation. Repairs will be $15-20,000. New York Central Bonds are 11 cents over price paid. Governor of Pennsylvania and other administrators invite him to repeat oration on Mar 13. Also, one photostat, ER-499 of letter book copy and typescript of part of letter. ER-9, p. 161","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: Virginia's refusal to buy tomb of GW. (note back of letter \"written by D. Burroughs in behalf of Miss C. when she was too ill to write herself but not used on her recovery.\") ER-3, p. 121","A.L. Copy. Encloses an itemized list of checks and coupons, $5093, for Mount Vernon fund. Memo for $5125, p. 18. ER-11, p. 15","A.L.S. 6 p. Richmond. Suggestions for negotiations on forms of the contract and handling of public announcement. RM-523, ER-4243","A.L.S. Shelbyville, TN. Delayed in starting Mount Vernon agency because of financial depression. Now has it started, gave supper, proceeds about $210. ER-10, p. 177","A.L.S. Nashville. Plans to organize every county in Tennessee not already contributing. Reports work of schools, Masonic lodges, and has appointed 10 new agents. ER-10, p. 179","A.L.S. Washington? Mr. Booth's matinee for Mount Vernon - reference to another benefit. ER-3, p. 122","A.L.S. Discusses the family vault, the most important matter in Mount Vernon purchase terms. The problems involved in selling to the state or to an individual. Alterations in the vault contemplated and ways of securing permanent preservation. Terms of payment, cash and securities offered, amount and time of payments. Mr. Yancey and Miss Cunningham suggest initial payment of 70 or 80 thousand dollars and the rest in one to three years. Important to have conditions exactly recorded and such that Association can meet its obligations. Contributions up to $5000 may be paid as received to lessen Association's interest on payments due. Suggests creating an act of incorporation before signing the contract. Asks for her ideas of a contract for the procedure of sale so as to avoid misunderstandings when the final document is drawn. ER-9, p. 45","A.L.S. Brown's Hotel. Asks where Mr. Everett is, cannot understand his delay in giving oration there. With Mr. Dawson, she thinks failure of Bill will do Association good. ER-14, p. 103","A.L. Nashville. Rejoices $28,000 has been paid since February 22. Reports further work with schools, Masonic lodges, Grand Ball for Mount Vernon fund at Memphis. (part of letter missing) ER-10, p. 181","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on success of Mount Vernon efforts. Advises her to husband her strength. ER-13, p. 98","Looking forward to the cause being throughout the land - not just in the South. Regents appointed in northern states, too. ER-13","A.L.S. Leesburg, VA. Fears Leesburg too small a city to have Everett's lecture and secure the audience he might expect. Will do their best, thinks a good many pictures could be sold and Mr. Lynch will use his best efforts. ER-3, p. 70","A.L.S. Charleston. As Knight of Mount Vernon, has inaugurated Masonic movement with signal success; give Lodges and amounts each gave. Odd Fellows have started subscriptions. Everett Yancey at head of Knight movement. Next to APC, Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Le Vert \"will occupy most prominent niches.\" Called on Mr. Petigen (Petigru?) who advises obtaining charter from Virginia at once with power to purchase Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 193","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives her letter on defeat of Bill in Virginia Legislature for purchase of Mount Vernon and renewal of Association's offer to purchase Estate. Experience of last 7 years convinces J.A. Washington that neither US nor Virginia wishes to purchase Mount Vernon. He is now willing to consider his 3rd choice for guardianship of estate and asks Association for terms of their offer. ER-9, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington. Repeats oration in Wilmington, Trenton, and Harrisburg. Compares the returns to those on his Charity lecture where tickets are $1.50 instead of .50 Will start on southern trip, 6 places in Virginia, through North Carolina to Charleston. Hopes bill does not pass. Country will prefer ownership by MV Ladies. Suggests contract can be made before Charter is granted, can hold money in trust. Urges her to take best legal advice. J.A. Washington \"wholly the gentleman in feeling and principle... but keen.\" If large payment expected, should waive interest. Wishes to put Tomb in repair before it is turned over. Can rely on Mssrs. Macfarland and Petigen, Richmond. Gives his plans for turning over cash and investment funds. Is considering another discourse which will bear repetition widely. ER-9, p. 163","A.L.S. 4 p. Philadelphia. Informs him that first installment of $57,000 will be ready as specified in contract. Requests discretion to keep matter out of news until official announcement is made. Includes plans for future transactions. RM-523, ER-4244","A.L.S. Wilmington. Collections small. Expects Everett. Dr. Hawks lectures in state. Sales of pictures bring $50. ER-14, p. 113","Charleston. Encloses resolutions from Freemasons. Support will be from masons throughout union.","A.L.S. John A. Washington gives him Constitution of MVLA; notes of heads for a contract of sale of property, which he will throw into form for Regent to submit to Mr. Macfarland. ER-3, p. 125","A.L.S. Mobile, AL. Sends check for $1000, sent $1010 on February 18. Men gave money, women gave no aid. ER-14, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston.\"Dearest daughter.\" Is detained at home by severe illness of his wife. Did not mean to be discouraging about purchase contract. Hoped to scale down all possible on \"exorbitant price,\" but whatever her decision, his fund is payable to her on one day's notice unreservedly. Suggests \"President\" and \"Vice-Presidents\" rather than titles \"Regent\" and \"Vice Regents\" - also compares two possible candidates in St. Louis. ER-9, p. 165","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Her personal physician congratulates and admonishes her. ER-3, p. 127","A.L.S. Savannah. Sends him orations to sell for Mount Vernon, fears his county cannot contribute much. He will write out and deliver this summer in Kentucky a series of 4 lectures. ER-10, p. 96","Richmond. Washington wants to insert questionable clauses into contract with Ladies. RM-523, ER-4281","A.L.S. 4 p. Plans to lecture in the South. Has heard that \"Pamela had closed the bargain with Mr. Washington.\" Mentions his wife's ill health. RM-600, ER-4489","Concerned about losing Association's money already paid in event of being unable to raise full $200,000 or Washington's death. RM-523, ER-4245","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Ritchie revealed to him APC's identity. Receives copy of Mount Vernon Bill; reports glorious victory in Virginia and Mrs. Ritchie's part in it; mistake of forming Central Committee, how J. Gilmer's activities developed; J.A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon to Association. O.W. Langfitt and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie secure Charter; Judge Bernien, GA, gives counsel; importance of best legal advice for Association. ER-11, p. 5","A.L.S. 1 p. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Cover and photostat of cover. Date and writer noted on cover in John Augustine Washington's hand. Vice Regents are ready to transact business regarding the contract. RM-523, ER-4245 (says ER-4247 on folder)","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Asks for definite information re: purchase of Mount Vernon, terms, amount raised by Mr. Everett. Will appeal to Masons in Williamsburg. ER-3, p. 129.","Wants her to head fundraising in Louisiana. ER-353","A.L.S. Savannah. Started on southern trip, goes back to Charleston. If there is not $9000 in cash on hand, will try to raise rest soon. Tickets here sold at $2 each. Asks if she wishes NY Central stock converted into cash. Would like to comply with her request for an article but has his time filled and knows she can do it well. Note on same page says he will call on her at 12 o'clock - no plans given. ER-9, p. 167","A.L.S. 4 p. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Richmond. Informs him that Mr. Everett is moving ahead with transfer of funds for settlement; other financial matters. RM-523, ER-4247","Richmond. Frobisher engaged to be married. MVLA affairs in which Ritchie hopes Massachusetts will help. April 6, 1858 MVLA purchase of Mount Vernon was signed and sealed. Sends Frobisher copy of MVLA charter and constitution. Regent presides over MVLA each state allowed one Vice Regent who is MVLA Board of Managers. Mrs. Greenough is VR of Massachusetts. Mrs. Ritchie to be VR of Virginia. Soon hope to take possession of Mount Vernon. Now still raising purchase money. Asks Frobisher to make her friends aware of this and assist in raising funds, to get friends to make voluntary offerings to MVLA. Masons have pledged large sum towards purchase. A-280","A.L.S. Boston. At request of Everett sends $9193.81 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-9, p. 169","Telegram. Charleston. \"$9000 were remitted to you from Boston yesterday.\" ER-9, p. 168","A.L.S. Belle Ville near Wilmington. Has $122.60 on hand for Association. Now controversy re: sale of Mount Vernon is over, hopes to collect more funds. ER-11, p. 16","A.L.S. Richmond. Accepts appointment as Vice Regent of Massachusetts. ER-12, p. 1","Discusses payment to account.","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Financial questions regarding sale. RM-524, ER-4302","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Receives \"Act of Incorporation of Mount Vernon\" Constitution, Credentials. Empowers Mrs. Ritchie to act as her proxy in accepting Constitution and \"amended Act of incorporation.\" Net agents in Louisiana. Have raised between one and two thousand dollars. Send Washington pictures to be sold. ER-14, p. 75","A.L.S. 4 p. Reply to his letter of the 17th, detailing payments owed him by the Association. RM-524, ER-4303 (folder says 4283)","A.L.S. Asks about her health. Speaks of the revival in religious interests. ER-13, p. 99","A.L.S. signed by George C. Whiting. Washington, D.C. Grand Master of DC Lodge will present question of raising funds to his chapter and asks for copy of MVLA constitution. ER-3, p. 131","A.L. Richmond. Congratulations on Regent's Appeal. Has two prospects in Arkansas and asks for instructions. Interest of children growing. ER-3, p. 124","Philadelphia. Thinks Washington's terms of sale not good. He keeps Mount Vernon while Association must pay him until full amount is paid.","Glad she accepted Vice Regent for Louisiana. ER-354","A.L.S. Washington. Has Miss Christie's letter with check for $2454.75 proceeds from Charleston and Augusta, the other check for $315 he returns, not from his lectures but from Mr. Yeadon and should be so credited. If the $1002 from Charleston is not needed, Mr. Macfarland can return it to his fund. All of fund is always at her command. Hopes to go to Virginia in May. Says \"Christie\" must get a book and keep a copy of official letters. ER-9, p. 169","A.L.S. Washington. Gives list and dates of engagements, Lexington, University of Virginia, Norfolk, Brandon, but will go to Mount Vernon if he can be of help. ER-9, p.171","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Will have APC's article published at once. Pictures for sale to be sent to Jackson. ER-14, p. 77","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives her letter enclosing plot of 200 acres surveyed years ago by Johnston. Will have a re-survey made, corner stones set and sent her a copy. Asks for copy of her letter as published, signed. ER-9, p. 49","Philadelphia. Sends circular of impending publication of Washington's Farewell Address. Intend sending circular advertising portrait to gentlemen and ladies around the country and to newspapers to try to boost lagging sales. Adams \u0026 Co. agrees to carry small parcels, including rolls of pictures, free, and a reduced rate for large bundles. [This letter written on a circular advertising Washington's Farewell Address.] ER-D-1","Copy \"made and given by Miss Jane A. Riggs, Vice Regent for District of Columbia, May 13, 1913\". Written on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Requests Mr. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","Later handwritten copy. Asking George W. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","A.L.S. 4 p. Richmond, on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Instruction for surveying the two hundred acres and a visit and inspection of the grounds. Questions about insurance premiums and taxes due. RM-523, ER-4248","Accepts the position of Treasurer for the MVLA. Wishes to help them as best he can.","A.L.S. Richmond. Recounts interest in Restoration of Mount Vernon including Tomb; formation of the MVLA; problems of purchase. Asks her to become Vice Regent for Maine. ER-19, p. 7","A.L.S. Washington. Receives Amendments, Bills, letter from Judge Loring asking about organization of Mount Vernon workers and excluding abolitionists. Professor Rogers, Glasgow, thinks Regent's appeal to her English \"sisters\" would bring funds. Washington apathetic to Mount Vernon cause. Sent subscription lists to Mr. Huntington, also to Mrs. Otis, who would be a good secretary. ER-12, p. 5","Advisable for treasurer to be in D.C. National ground and therefore less jealousy between the states. Regent, at advice of Mr. Everett, selected Mr. Riggs as treasurer. Requests all Vice Regents to send in an accurate account of all money collected and by whom.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks for accurate description of Mount Vernon, especially tomb of GW; is preparing Address for July 4th, at Academy of Music. Regent's graceful apologies for J.A.W. do not pardon him. ER-3, p. 135","A.L.S. Washington. Sends vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer. Sends message to Mr. R. Peale. Has portrait of GW copied from Stuart's unfinished head. (forgotten it was from Peale's portrait). ER-12, p. 7","A.L.S. New York. Acceptance of appointment of Vice Regent for New York. J.B. Ruggles will aid her in preparing organization plan for NY. ER-12, p. 167","A.L.S. New York. Acknowledges letters re: Mount Vernon and has sent replies mainly to Mrs. Ritchie because of Miss Cunningham's illness. Commends appointment of Miss Hamilton, as pleasing the people, also Rigg's appointment. Sends his letter to Mrs. Little of Maine and commends her fitness for Vice Regent of Maine. Typed transcript with letter. ER-10, p. 57","A.L.S. Wilmington. Approves choice of George W. Riggs as treasurer. Dr. Hawks to lecture for Association. Will send plants when Association takes possession. Sends account of funds. Now on deposit in Mount Vernon fund, $418.93. ER-14, p. 113","A.L.S. Will assist Mrs. Morse in any way she can with the preservation of Mount Vernon. ER-355","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Believes she has true patriotism, but Mr. Washington does not. Contemplates who should be Vice Regent for Pennsylvania. Wants to deliver an address on the tomb of Washington. ER-3-133","A.L.S. \"My dearest little Pam\" - discusses his domestic duties in helping prepare his daughter's family to go abroad. Believes there will be some reluctance in New York to the changes in the MVLA Constitution. ER-9, p. 137","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Suggests a plan for systematically organizing work in each state, England and France. An aged man, prefers to be anonymous. ER-13, p. 101","A.L.S. Richmond. Difficulties over termination of Central Committee and appointment of Mrs. Ritchie, northern born, to Virginia Vice Regency. ER-3, p. 137","A.L.S. New York. Re: organization of movement in states under Vice Regents. Outlines plan New York state has developed. ER-10, p. 55","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks for reply to his suggestion of a Washington monument. ER-3, p. 139","ER-356","A.L.S. written by Christie Johnson on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Draft. Re: his proposal to deliver oration on Tomb, will send information. Richmond benefit excursion to be soon. Mr. Washington refuses to allow monument to be erected over Tomb. ER-11, p. 22","A.L.S. Staunton, Virginia. Asks for proper form for casting vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer. Has asked Judge Loring's ideas for state organization. Unable to attend Council. ER-12, p. 9","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Approves Mr. Riggs' appointment as treasurer. Reports on agents in counties and funds collected; total $2297.47. Replies re: editors in State. ER-14, p. 77","A.L.S. New York. Re: organization of New York - devoted to securing Mount Vernon; subscription to be entirely from women; prefer to call \"ladies\" in North \"women\"; does not ask any other state to adopt NY plan, only asks Miss Cunningham's approval and they will set to work. Vice Regent Hamilton will attend meeting if possible the 29th. ER-10, p. 57","A.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Explains why he could not go to Richmond - various affairs calling him back to Boston, more than 100 letters accumulated in his absence. But for pressing duties, he would attend the \"pic-Nic\" at Mount Vernon on the 29th. Had fine time at Brandon. Mrs. Ritchie is a great favorite there. ER-9, p. 175","A.L.S. Boston. Re: \"State Organization\" problems. States both sides and likens Constitution and organization under it to that of U.S. Cites New York problem and wisdom and tact of Mrs. Hamilton (later Vice Regent). Agrees in her idea that D.P. Brown's (Philadelphia) idea will cause both work and expense. Will sketch a report for Mrs. Pellet as soon as time allows. Has $6502 to send whenever she wishes it. ER-9, p. 177","A.L.S. Richmond. Unable to meet Miss Hamilton and Mr. Ruggles at Mount Vernon, but invites them to Richmond. ER-1, p. 109","A.L.S. In regards to a survey of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Includes letter received and draft copy by John Augustine Washington. Mount Vernon. Expects a competent surveyor and Mr. Thornburn presently, and will then have everything ready for Association's official inspection. Mansion insurance $5000 Baltimore Co. and $5000 in Hartford Co. Questions of payments and renewal settled at conference. Relates a story Mrs. Alexander (aunt) told of GW's devotion to Miss Dalton (Miss C's great aunt). ER-4249, RM-523 and ER-9, p. 51","A.L.S. and draft. Richmond. His appointment as Treasurer required consent of the Grand Council, but all approved and he is now officially appointed as Treasurer of the MVLA.","A.L. written for Brown, signed J.R.H. \"The above is a list os gentlemen, which should desire their appointment from you for the approaching ceremony, and they should be written to...\" List of men for the Committee on Arrangements. ER-11, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. In a secretary's hand, letter to Cunningham through Christie Johnson. Re: his oration; qualification for membership in Association, desires every American to contribute his \"mite\"; argues at length for plan he suggested. ER-3, p. 141","Atheneum, Philadelphia. They have refrained from sending out their publication of the Circular, as she wishes. Has arranged with Mr. Godey, publisher of Ladies Book, to invite contributions to the Association and publish in his magazine the names of those buying Portraits and contributing through him. Suggests that a Southern publication should do the same. Hopes she will sanction their advertising and distributing the Circular. Feels this would be better than agency system because dependable, conscientious people who would do the work are hard to find. Suggests sending circulars to all those on subscription lists in \"Godey's\" and other publications to keep alive their interest. They have decided to reserve popular edition of the portrait for themselves, the $1 and 50 cent styles for her exclusive control. ER-D-17","Philadelphia. E.S. Sanford, General Superintendent Adams Express Company. On company letterhead. Unexpected journey prevented his carrying out proposed arrangement for Mount Vernon Association. ER-D-7","A.L.S. Rockbridge Alum Springs. Agrees with Regent, purchase should be without foreign aid. Appeal to Army and Navy. Will send replies to Judge Loring. Encloses her vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer, p. 9. ER-12, p. 11","A.L.S. Washington. City papers will insert Mount Vernon notices from time to time if they don't take up too much room. Does not recommend application to Secretaries of War and Navy for aid, out to Colonels of regiments and commanders of ships. ER-21, p. 3","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. States her views re: Mount Vernon, a national institution, democratic, free from politics. ER-12, p. 167","A.L.S. Rockbridge, Alum Springs. Rains prevent her answering summons to Alexandria. Sent Judge Loring's opinions. Plans for the Judge and G.W. Riggs to meet. ER-12, p. 13","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulations on Association success. Keeps Mount Vernon project before Godey's Lady's Book readers, Mr. Godey has $40 in subscriptions. August number carries Appeal. Pennsylvania inactive - Masonic fraternity may aid. ER-3, p. 143","A.L.S. Mobile, Alabama. Received 250 pictures of Washington from Devereux \u0026 Co. to be sold for $1. Regrets she was not at Mount Vernon the 29th. ER-14, p. 35","Regarding her appointment as assistant in her parish to help collect subscriptions.","Sending  check on behalf of his wife.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets the Regent does not agree with his ideas of the Committee and presentation of his lecture. ER-3, p. 145","A.L.S. Boston. Has not discussed local boards with Mssrs. Ruggles and Macfarland, gives his own views. Wise to adopt counsels of Miss Hamilton (N.Y.) and Mr. Ruggles. He returns a receipt for $2269.40 and asks that a receipt for $2700 be sent which will include later returns on Richmond oration. Asks for receipt for $9193.81 Mr. Peabody sent her from Boston. Will send draft for GW oration in Philadelphia. Has not given oration recently - \"needed repose\" and to be at home. ER-9, p.179","A.L.S. Boston. Thanks her for the daguerrotype of herself she sent him. Has been resting from public lecture though occupied by other duties. Has had many invitations to speak, but finds a great difference between the \"65th and the 35th year of his life\". ER-9, p. 181","Discusses purchase of bond and publication of names of donors.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Talked with Mr. Devereux about portraits for sale. He attempts to reach postmasters. Since his limited funds did not permit his selling portraits at Independence Hall, offers other cooperative suggestions for his services to Mount Vernon. Now Mr. Godey has cooperated and helped overcome the public's suspicions. ER-13, p. 103","A.L. Richmond. Written and signed by Christie Johnson on behalf of Regent. Gives plan for publishing subscriber's names. Requests Treasurer to influence more Congressmen to contribute. Mayors of cities to be addressed. ER-1, p. 105","Subscription list for the month. ER-360","A.L.S. New York. Re: plan of organization in N.Y. Has heard of progress in other states through Mrs. Pellet. ER-12, p. 169","Washington. Miss Cunningham's illness. Will pay Mr. Washington $5000 as soons as funds are accumulated. Protests that a bond for $50,000 as Treasurer is much too high. Received $1005.75 from M.S. Morse. ER-21","Will do whatever she can for the cause.","A.L.S. 4 p. Richmond.Asks his instructions for depositing $12000 with Mr. Riggs, requests information about their common ancestry in the Dalton and Herbert families and relates that Mr. Everett has insisted that she sign an appeal with her real name, not \"my assumed name de plume\" probably the Southern Matron. ER-4250, RM-523","Photostat. Philadelphia. Probably written in the hand of Christie Johnson, signed by Cunningham. Thanks him for his help.","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Returns letters she sent, Miss Hamilton to Mr. Ruggles and Mrs. Le Vert's. Sends draft of $6600 which she will endorse and send Mr. Riggs for payment to Mr.  Washington. Comments on some investments of Mount Vernon fund he has raised. Cannot consent to Mrs. Le Vert's proposal publication with biographical part on Everett. Any ostentation at this time will bring trouble - and no reason for selecting him out of the many who have given generously. Refers to GW's early love affairs. ER-9, p.183","A.L.S. Boston. Sends two drafts, $1300 and $5300, balance of uninvested funds from his oration plus interest on investments. Asks her to date receipt on day she signs them. ER-9, p. 185","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts appointment as member of committee of arrangements for D.P. Brown's lecture July 4th, for MVLA. ER-13, p. 104","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Is unable to assist at the Mount Vernon benefit lecture by D.P. Brown on July 4th. ER-13, p. 105","A.L.S. Boston. Has received her letter, copy of Miss Hamilton's sensible letter enclosed and Regent's receipt. Corrects their accounting and asks for a corrected receipt to replace one returned. ER-9, p. 187","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Honored by being asked to serve on the Committee for the Mount Vernon benefit lecture by D.P. Brown, July 4th, he asks that his name be used, although he is forced to be out of the city on that day, but offers his hearty cooperation. ER-13, p. 105","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Washington won't take payments on account - this will place larger sum than $5000 in his (Riggs) hands. He will give bond for the amount, with Mr. Corcoran as security. Bank won't allow interest on current deposits. He can invest money as received in safe investments. ER-21, p. 9","A.L.S. Letter received and pencil draft. Written in the hand of her secretary, signed by Cunningham. Discusses payment to Mr. Washington.","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Financial matters. ER-4306, RM-524","A.L.S. Staunton. Sends change of address, gives substance of a letter from Judge Loring (p. 15) and list of newspaper editors. ER-12, p. 14","A.L.S. Philadelphia. From the Rector of Trinity Church. Expresses admiration for MVLA, accepts invitation to act on Committee of Arrangements for anniversary, and asks for instructions. ER-10, p. 59","A.L.S. Boston. Returns drafts which lack Regent's signature. Corrects statements and accounts rendered on Charleston and Augusta orations and Selma contribution. Also statement re: Mr. Wilcox's contribution… \"the most scrupulous accuracy is requisite.\" Sorry Christie Johnson is sick.  ER-9, p. 189","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Harris Sproat, Secretary of the Society of the Cincinnati. Society will do all possible to forward views of Mount Vernon Association in accordance with Regent's letter of June 9. ER-13, p. 108","Draft. Written at the request of her sister, Mary Morris Hamilton, concerning the MVLA and her appointment as Vice Regent.","A.L.S. Mobile, Alabama. Asked Mr. Yancey to give her list of money he collected in state. Lists contributors and amounts given as she knows them. ER-14. p. 37","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Paid Devereux \u0026 Co. $60 for Mount Vernon fund. Encloses a fine letter form Buffalo - thinks a great field in New York state is opened up. ER-13, p. 111","A.L.S. Washington. Gives her his bond as Treasurer, for $50,000 with Mr. Corcoran as security. ER-21, p. 11","A.L.S. Richmond. Cites Constitution, Art. 8, re: appointment of Lady Managers. Regent will leave these appointments to Vice Regents in each state. Entrusts NY State organization entirely to Miss Hamilton. ER-11, p. 23","Thanks her for help in N.Y. and encloses circular detailing how to send contributions and names of donors.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Signed Hor. Binney. Declines, for various reasons, to act on Committee for Arrangements for D.P. Brown's benefit lecture for Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 107","Passes along Mrs.  Thompson's name - can help in Buffalo.","A.L.S. Refers to apparent mix-up in appointment in parishes.","A.L.S. New York. Approves the freedom given each State to organize as it thinks best. Sends copy of a Circular to be used in N.Y. State in organizing Standing and Advisory Committees. ER-10, p. 60","Philadelphia. People in and around Philadelphia are in bad financial situations. Postpone meeting there.","Nashville. As Treasurer for Mrs. Fogg, sends $200 check on her behalf. of Mary Rutledge Fogg.","Offers suggestions from APC on organizing in New York.","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie, New York. Mary Morris Hamilton may use his name on Advisory Board. Mrs. Lossing will serve as a Lady Manager. Will plan publication of Appeal and other publicity. ER-12, p. 210","Encloses list of donors in Monroe, LA.","A.L.S. Lockport. Accepts offer to serve on Standing Committee in New York State. ER-14, p. 39","A.L.S. Independence Hall, Philadelphia. Confidential. He and Mr. Devereux unable to publish \"Mount Vernon Book of Names.\" Mr. D. has developed a plan for Mount Vernon Record and they submit sample copy; 5000 copies in 1st issue, large portion for newspapers, rest for Association. Newspapers unwilling to give much space for names, etc. or their charges are prohibitive. Mr. D. will submit plan in detail. ER-13, p. 115","Written on behalf of her sister, Mary Morris Hamilton, about appointment of the New York Board. Incomplete. ER-12, p. 171","Letter copied by Louisa Schuyler, Mary Morris Hamilton's niece. Dobb's Ferry, Westchester Co.  Re: NY plan, appointing Board, Buffalo's efficient mgr. Appeal to Mayors not adapted to this region. Mary Morris Hamilton's meeting with fine response, Gov. King cooperates and Pres. When Advisory Committee is complete will issue an Appeal, practical, matter of fact in character. Incomplete letter by Eliza Schuyler in previous folder. ER-12, p. 171","Encloses $50 of contributions.","Copied extract from letter - advice on organization.","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Newspapers all want to be paid for inserting lists of subscribers--deplores lack of patriotism--proposes having their own publication, \"Mount Vernon Records,\" a sheet devoted to memory of Washington and listing subscribers--to be sent to all newspapers throughout the country--believes prosect of seeing their name in print will make some people give to fund who otherwise would not--hopes to secure Mt. Vernon by 1859, the 100th anniversary of marriage of George and Martha Washington--Mr. Godey's support in his magazine will have great influence--invites her ideas on what to include in pages of the Record--first number will be printed in 5000 copies, most to go out to newspapers, especially in N.Y., Pa., and N. England--Mr. Watson to aid them in publishing Record from Independence Hall--did not plan on charging for the paper, but Post Office regulations necessitate their charging to be carried free through the mails--they must assume expense if there are no subscribers--have obtained concessions of Howard's Express and Kensley's Express to carry packages. ER-D-19","A.L.S. Buffalo. Acknowledges receipt of Appeal for purchase of Mount Vernon sent to Mrs. Fillmore during her illness; consents to use of her name. ER-12, p. 174","A.L.S. Upton Park. Reads notice in NY Evening Express of Miss M's appointment and asks for appoint of manager in Oswego County, given her \"genealogical\" and other qualifications. ER-12, p. 173","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Calls on Harper Bros. and will try to have an illus. article in Harper's Weekly.  Lossing visited MV in July 1854, describes careful drawings of Mansion including some of outbuildings and stables \"which stand as Washington left them\"; also drawing of Vaughan mantel.  Reports Harper's favorable to MV plan.  Describes Mrs. Lossing's plan to organize children's campaign for funds. p. 210","A.L.S. New York. Has Gov. Hunt's list and will make out committee after seeing Miss H. Has lease of room in Cooper Institute at $13 per mo., $18 per mo. if held another year.  Has also arranged for subscription books.  Washington Irving allows his names placed on committee. ER-12, p. 175","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent is much pleased with Mrs. Long's work.  Regent's preference would be for Mrs. Long to be Vice Regent for Florida but mutual friends suggest either Senator Yulee's wife or Mrs. Murat.  If Mrs. Long thinks Mrs. Yulee best choice, asks for prompt answer and Regent will forward credentials to Mrs. Yulee; the public announcement of Mrs. Yulee as Vice Regent will be made in Fla. through Mrs. Long.  Any changes in permanent state organization will be left to new VR.  Asks Mrs. Long to ask Mrs. Murat to forward her report promptly. ER-4, p. 139, 149","A.L.S. Cambridge. Her circular delayed.  Saw E. Everett.  Mr. Choate has not replied.  Provisions for money collected in Mass. in relation to Everett fund.  Thanks Regent for many copies of her letters sent which aid in organizing. ER-12, p. 17","A.L.S. New York. Accepts appointment enthusiastically and presents some plans for immediate participation in raising funds. ER-12, p. 177","Copy of letter. As part of history of MVLA activities in Maine, Mrs. Sweat copies this lengthy letter, giving an account of Miss Cunningham, information on how other states have organized, suggestions for Maine, present status of purchase fund, etc. ER-19, p. 19-26","Typed extract from letter, concerns donation from Mrs. Sigourney who would also like to plant a tree or shrubbery at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Washington. Has received $200 from Mrs. Francis B. Fogg, VR from Tennessee--forwarded his bond for $50,000. ER-21, p. 13","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks about duties and statue of Virginia Committee - her continuance in the work will depend on Regent's reply. ER-3, p.151","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Her telegram reached them in time to save a large number of Records going off--error won't be noticed by those already receiving the Record--corrections to be made before any sent to N.Y.C. Philadelphia or other large cities--sorry for errors in first number--asks position of Watson and Godey--need influential lady acting for the Association in Philadelphia, to sanction an appeal to Pa. in August no.--should publish her appeal in several successive numbers of the Record--will be on look out for notices regarding the Record in various papers--to pay tribute in paper to some of people donating services to the Assoc.--suggests getting Jno. R. Thompson of \"Southern Literary Messinger\" and Mrs. Robt. Lee to write a few words for the \"Record\"--their printer, Mr. Chichester, has published in the \"Printers News Letter\" the appeal and an editorial in which he begs all publishers to copy appeal--will try to obtain understanding with Mr. Sanford of Adams Express to act in accordance with their assurances. ER-D-41","A.L.S. Washington. Received her letter, including 6 checks, amounting to $3957.82, not $4957.82, as stated by her--will write Mr. Washington to get his approval of state securities--hopes he will take them at cost and allow the interest gained ... ER-21, p. 15","Facsimile. Miss Cunningham as Regent is telling Mrs. Morse of some of the responsibilities of a Vice-Regent.  Mrs. Morse was one of the Founding Vice-Regents. RM-86a, PS-2234a, 2 pgs","A.L.S. From Catherine Murat and the Committee for selection of an orator for MV benefits asks Governor. Call to speak for them.  Signed by C.D. Murat, Mary Robertson, C.G. Shepard, E.S. Gamble, S.S. Williams. ER-4, p. 141","Written in the hand of her secretary, signed by Miss Cunningham.","A.L.S. Receives Appeals, Charters, etc.  Will publish Mrs. Pellet's Report.  Has circular ready to distribute.  Has collected only $5, but is enthusiastic, working, and perfecting an organization. ER-12, p. 19","A.L.S. Livingston, Columbia Co., New York. Accepts appointment on \"Standing Committee.\"  ER-12, p. 177","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Reports from various centers, some do not like idea of selling books and portraits.  Hears impatient reports from some eastern states on appointments of VRs and offers Regent assistance. ER-12, p. 179","A.L.S. Buffalo. Accepts appointment of Lady Manager; offers names of others who will aid, and suggestions for organizing.  Regrets Assn. was not presented to public in beginning as a National and not sectional organization. ER-12, p. 181","A.L.S. Washington. Has received check for $25 from Temple Chapter in Madison, N.C. for benefit of Mount Vernon. ER-21, p. 7","A.L.S. Boston. Re $96.55 sent for purchase fund, speeches he has made, Mrs. Greenough's Appeals, Mass. state organization, Mr. Choate's address withh a reference to Mount Vernon.  Sends a photographic view by Powers in return for her \"beautiful daguerrotype\". ER-9, p. 190","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. States advantages of Mrs. Murat for VR-Fla in comparison with her own qualifications.  Mrs. Long, at Regent's request, offered Mrs. Murat the VR of Fla. And she accepted.  Mrs. Murat a better choice than Mrs. Yulee who has been little in touch with Floridians. ER-4, p. 201","A.L.S. Mayor's office, Salem, MA. Answer to Appeal to raise funds.  Raising funds for a Revolutionary monument, but hopes later to answer her Appeal more satisfactorily. ER-10, p. 63","A.L.S. Geneva. Will serve as agent of MV Assn, and send \"tribute of our friends on the shore of Lake Otsego\".  Her aunt will collect in Geneva.  Will return to Copperstown soon. ER-12, p. 246","A.L.S. Russell Hotel, Quebec. Harper Bros. will take an illustrated article on MV for February no.  Will go to MV in Sept. to make sketches. ER-12, p. 210","A.L.S. Kirkwood Home Place. Reports on funds collected.  Sends her plan of working to Mrs. LeVert and Mrs. Morse.  Washington portraits to be sold, are much admired.  Difficult to get list of contributors published in her state. ER-14, p. 77","A.L.S. Concerns publishing the names and contributions of past subscriptions.","A.L. Cambridge. Asks if Mount Vernon is to be Botanical Garden.  Comments on Catharine Willis Murat's title. ER-12, p. 21","Photocopy. Letter regarding mostly subscription lists and contributions. RM-197, ER-2608","A.L.S. Mobile. Sends list of contributors and amounts given, including sums collected by Mr. Yancey. ER-14, p. 41","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Sends $251.99 and announces good prospects for more. ER-4, p. 209","A.L.S. Kirkwood. State organization working well although slowly.  Mrs. LeVert collects some from eastern Mississippi. ER-14, p. 79","Typed transcript of letter. Boston. Everett is apparently writing about a proposal by Souther to give the oration on the character of Washington and the conditions surrounding such a speech. RM-123, TYP 2342","Draft of letter. Acknowledges Mrs. Murat's acceptance of Vice-Regency of Fla., sends credentials, and authorization to appoint local boards for collecting funds for purchase of MV.  For letter see p. 205. ER-4, p. 211","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges him to proceed with a letter he has promised to write for publication, which she asserts, will put an end to controversy and misunderstanding over the sale of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4251","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Offers money and her influence to the MVLA and asks to have a subscription book sent to her. Portion of letter clipped away. ER-13, p. 109","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Acknowledges receipt of credentials for MVLA. Also includes facsimile of letter, MV Neg. #3392. ER-4, p. 203","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Objects to having Mrs. Morse's Appeal so much hers and local idea that Mrs. McW. may not have written appeal.  Will send reports to Richmond. ER-14, p. 79","Memphis, Tenn., Angerona Lodge no. 168. Committee forwards $125.50 for Mount Vernon purchase fund and assurances of the cooperation of the Order in this worthy cause.  Sends Charles Scott's address and By-Laws of the Lodge, and assurance of their high regard for the Regent's character, Signed by Committtee. ER-10, p. 101","A.L. Philadelphia. Acknowledges Mrs. Murat's acceptance of the Vice-Regency for Fla.  (for draft of letter, see p. 211). ER-4, p. 205","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends order for Challen and Co. publishers, for Oil portrait of E. Everett - portion of sale price for Mount Vernon fund.  ER-10, p. 197","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Recommends Mrs. Mary Boott Goodrich highly as a woman and an efficient worker.  Discusses other possible appointments in R.I. and Conn.  Reports slow progress in Mass.  New Englanders would think Mrs. Murat's title of princess undemocratic, advises against its use in MV publications. ER-12, p. 23","A.L.S. Wilmington, DE. Gives plan of local organization in State for collecting funds for purchase of MV. ER-17, p. 32","A.L. Copy. Philadelphia. Gives brief history of movement from beginning to date.  Notes on margin, \"Mrs. Goodrich, Conn., from A.P.C., Regent; copied and sent from Cape May. ER-4, p. 45","A.L. Nashville. Asks her to send E. Everett one of the copies sent Regent of \"Elements of Natural Science\" and request him to obtain a written order from the Boston Board of Education for as many copies as schools system requires.  Mrs. Fogg has asked Miss Hamilton to have Mr. Ruggles introduce the book into N.Y. Public Schools.  Tries also for Philadelphia and New Orleans adoption. ER-10, p. 195","A.L.S. Nashville. Asks VR-NY for further introduction of her Barrington's Elements of Natural Science into Public Schools - cites favorable comments and schools that have adopted it.  Mrs. Fogg has pledged Tenn. For $10,000 for fund.  Has collected $2500 from 11 counties in 4 months. ER-10, p. 201","Cambridge. Reports fully but asks Sec. to suppress details that might annoy Regent. ER-12, p. 25","A.L.S. Geneva. Ready to serve, is on \"Standing Committee\".  Lives in a \"very quiet wood\" population of a half dozen, but will go into adjoining area. ER-12, p. 246","A.L.S. Paris, Bourbon Co., KY. Sends $29.50 with names of contributors. ER-10, p. 66","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks how many VRs have been appointed in northern states.  Appeal goes out in NY this week.  If landscape gardener for MV is to be appointed, whole country should be canvassed for the best one, but thinks appointment premature. ER-12, p. 183","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Will start work for funds at once.  After Edward Everett's splendid reception, hopes for favorable returns. ER-13, p.110","A.L.S. Rail Road Stand, Kingsville, S.C. At request of VR-Tenn, submits a circular he has prepared giving a national plan for canvassing country for funds, also a second plan if this is not satisfctory.  Advocates many small contributions from the 30 million population of U.S.  Adds a \"confidential postscript\" offering his services with \"another plan.\"  Mrs. Fogg has sent his circular to Regent for publication in MV Record.  (Appeal on p. 189). ER-10, p. 185","A.L.S. Boston. Glad Regent is at Cape May.  Edward Everett is not well enough to leave home, expects to be restored to average health but will have to be more careful.  Only given George Washington oration once since southern tour.  Commends Mrs. Greenough's work for Mount Veronon.  Approves of Mount Vernon Record.  Refers to Mount Vernon articles appearing in press but regrets their references to \"fund' he has raised, and any praise for him now, he thinks weakens cause. ER-9, p. 191","A.L. Richmond. Approves of Mrs. Pellet.  Loss of Assn. check placed in a Bible, but is sure amount will be found.  Brought check for $110. ER-11, p. 14","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sample of a letter she sent out to those she wished to enlist in MV cause, encloses copies of Act of Incorporation and Regent's Appeal. ER-12, p. 27","A.L.S. Cambridge. Refers to Miss Johnson as a Massachusetts woman.  Slow progress.  Suggestions for VRs in Ohio, New Hampshire and Vermont.  Gov Clifford strongly advocates a paid agency as only effective means of collecting funds in Mass.  Prof. Agassiz advocates voluntary system. ER-12, p. 29","A.L. Cape May. Confidential, fragment. Re misunderstanding in Mr. Thornburn's appointment.  Re survey of Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington and adjustment of boundary lines.  Mrs. Ritchie and Regent consider Mr. T. for Supt. of Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 24","A.L.S. Cape May. Re appointment of VRs, Miss Hamilton's recent Appeal in N.Y. Tribune, offer of VR-Conn to Mrs. Goodrich, possible VR for R.I., Miss Ogden for N.J., possibilities in Vt. And N.H. and western states.  Recommendation of Mr. Thorburn for landscape gardener; note on MV Record's origin and purpose. ER-13, p. 51","A.L.S. New York. Consultation with Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Hamilton - re qualifications for Vice Regents. ER-10, p. 67","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Has received Regent's instructions: with Mrs. Long's assistance has appointed \"agents\" in all towns and counties, but not much can be done until Floridians return in Oct. Asks Regent to request Mrs. Long's father, General Call, to make speeches for MV fund. ER-4, p. 215","A.L.S. Cape May. Encloses paper published for the benefit of The Association [not present]. ER-4252 RM-523, p. 1","A.L.S. Cape May. Encloses checks and lists amounts. Discusses deposits and funds. Hopes that the MVLA will pay off entire sum by February 22, 1859. ER-23, p. 17","A.L.S. Cambridge. Suggests names for VR in Kentucky. ER-12, p. 31","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island, New York. Visits Miss Hamilton, finds her state organization and office operating so efficiently, that Mrs. Ritchie writes a full description of plan to Vice Regents she corresponds with. Asks Mrs. Long to present the plan to Mrs. Murat as a suggestion for Florida. ER-4, p. 143-145","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks her to serve on Standing Committee of NY state. ER-12, p. 185","A.L.S. Southbury. Accepts appointment as VR for Connecticut although she is in state only 6 months in the year. Asks for instructions in procedure for organizing her state. ER-4, p. 57","A.L. Philadelphia? Capt. Drayton USN arranges interviews. Talks with Mrs. Gilpin; also Devereus re Mount Vernon Record. Read Mrs. Ritchie's letter in Harper's. Mrs. Gilpin friendly but refuses appointment. Meeting with Capt. D., Mr. Devereux and D.P. Brown who advise Regent's so;emce re Mr. Washington except to deny falsehoods. Will see editors. Advise Regent to open office in Phil. with private sec. Personal interviews with Regent at her residence. Suggestions for VRs. Mrs. Ritchie's letter re Sec. salary. These gentlemen recommend $2000 slaary for 6 hr. day. Leaves adustment to Regent, declares her loyalty to Regent. ER-15, p. 51","A.L.S. Portland. Has her instructions re \"resuming reports of Assn\", cannot comply with Regent's request because of pressure of her own business, hopes to make full report in October. Organizing Maine has been slow, started only recently but has reached every county and many towns. Needs pictures for sale, and for exhibition. ER-19, p.8","A.L.S. and typed transcript. Asks that she be involved in the work of the Association. ER-308","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Rec'd subscription books, Mount Vernon Record and Appeals which she will distribute as Lady Manager. Benson J. Lossing waits for most appropriate time to publish in papers. ER-12, p. 212","A.L.S. Washington. Acknnowledges check for $166.75--receipt of $800 from Mrs. Lekert--since Mr. Washington objected to receiving stocks at cost, he [Riggs] placed funds in hand in Treasury notes [$6000 at 4 1/2 per cent] ER-21, p. 19","Atheneum, Philadelphia. First number of the Record printed in 3000 copies; second numbe in 10,000--sent out to all Vice Regents \u0026 influential men and women throughout the nation--copies sent to journalists throughout the country--many papers give them notice and remark upon noble character of the cause--Mrs. Greenough, VR of Mass., sent some material for the Record--Miss Hamilton, VR of N.Y., writes that Wells, Butterfield \u0026 Co. will forward packages for the Association free--delighted that such distinguished gentlemen are backing the VR's of Mass. and N. York. ER-D-15","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re VR for Pa. and other states. MV Record sent to all members on Standing Committee and will send also to clubs and reading rooms. Mrs. Kirkland, biographer of G/W offers her services; Mr. Ruggles absorbed with first boat on Erie Canal. ER-12, p. 187","A.L.S. Kinderhook. Sorry she cannot accept a position in the MVLA but would like to be a subscriber. ER-309a","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Two first bound copies of \"Farewell Address\" sent to her and Mr. Everett. ER-D-62","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island, NY. re appointments of VRs. Best advisers say facts rather thatn a defense of J.A. Washington should be given. Sent VRs Miss Hamilton's system, has distributed Records; does not consent to publication of her letter re Miss Hamilton, but an article may be written by Christie Johnson from this letter - Miss Hamilton's constant efforts for MV - Disapproves  Regent's wish to open an office in Philadelphia. Reports activity of workers in Astoria and Ravenswood. Mrs. R's father criticizes order of reporting VRs' names; refers to letter re salary. ER-3, p. 153-155","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Alludes to his suggestion that Regent have an office in Philadelphia similar to Miss Hamilton's in N.Y. - elaborate plan, $2000 would take care of annual expenses of office. ER-3, p. 157","A.L. Columbia House, Cape Island. Acknowledges aid in appointing VRs.  Better no appointments than those not qualified mentally and morally, although she wants each state represented.  Relies on Miss H.'s views of management and her counsel.  Explains her ideas of VRs qualifications and pressure brought to bear on her for appointments. ER-11, p. 30","A.L.S. Newport, R.I. On request, he gives suggestions for appropriate lodgings for Regent and her secretary, where business can be conveniently and adequately transacted, and estimate of costs. ER-9, p. 193","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Starts on her work, finds prominent banker refuses to contribute because he thinks if an annual installment was not paid, it would cause forfeiture of \"whole amount\", and his wife understood it was to be given to the State of Virginia.  Asks for facts to refute such statements. ER-13, p. 116","Columbia House, Cape Island. Sends check for $109 from Mrs. Eve, part of which is for sale of portraits--sends whole amount because of expense they have incurred advancing Mt. Vernon cause--plans to have a Report for Sept. number--insert notice of her address in future nos. ER-D-92","A.L.S. Boston. Thinks \"Record\" useful - official reports not necessary, but lists of subscriptions, and Masonic activities for MV, Might reprint his report to Historical Society on fund he raised.  Comments on various prospective VRs.  Advises taking recommendations of Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Ritchie re Mrs. Goodrich.  Also give advice re secretaries. ER-9, p. 195","A.L.S. New York. Agrees with Regent re landscape gardener and that a resident Supt. Is more desirable.  Assn. wishes to restore MV to what G/W made it.  Re appointments of VRs is various state.  Will try to send in \"returns\", but state is not yet canvassed, disappointed state is not more enthusiastic. ER-12, p. 189","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re VRs for N.H. and Vt.  Mrs. Ritchie in Mass, talks in Brookline on rise and progress of Assn.  Also a statement that all authentic subscription books are signed by the VR-Mass or an appointed manager. ER-12, p. 33","A.L.S. Personal letter with postscript concerning subscription books. ER-12, p. 31","Typed excerpt from letter. RM-144, TYP-2408","A.L.S. Southbury. Accepts appointment as VR-Conn and is eager to start to work. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Reports work she has done a Lady Manager. ER-12, p. 212","Philadelphia. Received draft from her for $109.--will continue to run her address in the Record--forwards her a letter which arrived open--most important to be prompt in issuing the Record. ER-D-57","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Advice about signatures to documents. ER-3, p. 159","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Personal letter written at bottom of a print form letter \"Office of Godey's Lady's Book.\" Accident prevented his call and asks her to write him her wishes. ER-10, p. 77","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Attorney, Robert Gray. RM-1066, MS - 5708","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Again asks for fact to refute statements about installments and final ownership of MV. ER-13, p. 119","Richmond. Endorses draft for $61 for MV fund.","Darby. There has been some misunderstanding about a parcel sent to Miss Cunningham at Cape Island--Mr. Brown anxious to serve in any way he can--must guard against too much praise in Records of ladies of Assoc., unless quoted from another paper or a correspondent--Angenona (?) letter important and must be published in its entirety--nothing from Mrs. Greenough of Mass. except worthless scraps--President's letter is grand indeed. ER-D-55","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mail forwarded, a contract, working on Sept. no of Record, the Augerona (?) letter which E. Everett says should be published, Alabama report, N.H. Hamilton's favorable comments on Record. ER-13, p. 50","A.L.S. and facsimile copy. Elizabeth. Recovered from severe illness, is now ready to work for MV.  Note that she accepted Vice Regency on this date. ER-8, p. 5","A.L.S. Albany. Declines appointment of Standing Committee because of family cares. ER-12, p. 191","A.L.S. Mrs. Pellet as secretary should not sign report - not official. ER-3, p. 160","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of Report. E-3, p. 161","Discusses signing report and publication of names from various states. ER-D-53","Darby. Procuring copies of \"Barrington\"--Mr. Leach one of committee and will use his influence for them--parcel for Mrs. Goodrich came--Mrs. Goodrich a good choice--feels she should make a mention of Mrs. G.'s appointment in the Record--Connecticut will be featured in the Sept. no.--Mrs. G. A. Hoyt there has largest list yet--nothing on Massachusetts--Mm. Le Vert's wonderful enthusiasm--Report is in type, ready to be put in \"Record\"--awaits her reply on whether to publish it in its present shape--her official notice of the \"Record\" as instrument of the Assoc. will help promote it--Mrs. Ritchie's excellent letter to Weekly (\"Harper\"). ER-D-54","A.L.S. Marianna, FL. Acknowledges receipt of literature and directions; will start to organize and collect funds according to plan sent. ER-4, p. 149","A.L.S. New York. Sends $55 from her community which she has canvassed thoroughly.  Few who are able to contribute to MV. ER-4, p. 47","Regent to resume monthly reports. ER-367","A.L.S. Mrs. LeVert dissatisfied with Record.  Discusses Mrs. Goodrich's appointment and her part time residence in N.Y., also Regent's other appointments and Sec. Johnson's salary, etc.  Talks over MV problems with Mrs. Greenough and Edward Everett. ER-14, p. 17","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Sends a poem  by W.T.R. Saffell, Ellicott's Mills, Mds. Which may be set to music and sold for MV fund.  Reports progress on Harper's article and Appeal, also work Mrs. Lossing is doing. ER-12, p. 210","Must demolish part of material already set to make room for material concerning Mr. Yancey's progress in Alabama--Miss Hamilton's Report should be on front page instead of Mrs. Pellet's--the Records will show in all states the systematic plans of the Assoc. and will be of great service--preparing subscripton books to be sent--unless they meet with good response, he will be afraid to print over 5000--will send 2 or 3 of the contracts. ER-D-59","A.L.S. Southbury. Answers inquiry re her husband's legal residence in Conn.; had considered this point before accepting VR for Conn., but now, on advice of friend, feels she should decline because her husband, though a native of Conn, with strong ties there, does vote in N.Y. ER-4, p. 57","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re appointment of \"standing committees\" in state and their work in the counties. ER-12, p. 37","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks Mrs. R. to give readings in Mass, or just to tell the story of MV Assn, will pay her expenses. ER-12, p. 35","A.L. Cape Island. Mrs. Goodrich's credentials, documents, etc. have been sent her.  Considers Mrs. Preston for Ky., Mrs. Pendleton for Ohio; Regent would like Francis Scott Key's daughter as VR.  Encloses copy of Lt. Maury's recommnedation of Mrs. Fogg's \"Physical Geography\"; comments on book, asks her to use influence to get it into public schools of N.Y.  Lond comment on Mrs. Goodrich. Suggestions for VRs in Ohio, N.H. and Vt. ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Cape May. Asks information re certain ladies she names as possible VRs for MV. ER-12, p. 192","Philadelphia. Got 4 copies of \"Barrington\" and sent them to Mrs. Greenough, Miss Hamilton, Mr. Hemphill; will send one to Col. Menninger--will take rest of books if Dr. Budd doesn't take them--the Barrington will be brought before School or Book Committee on Sept. 14--Express Co. would have passed package free if Mrs. Fogg had put mark on it--ashamed of Massachusetts' tardiness in work for Association--will print 10,000 again, hoping this issue of Record will bring forth better returns and more paying names on Subscription Books--has package for her from Mrs. Pellet--this Record will concentrate on N.Y., Masonic interests of Mm. Le Vert--cannot find a copy of \"Souvenirs of Travel\", so can give it no notice. ER-D-60","A.L.S. Cape May. Recommends Augusta Larned as a good worker in the \"cause\" in N.Y. ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Boston. Rec'd copy of \"beautifully illuminated edition of Farewell Address…a truly magnificent specimen of ornamental topography\".  Rec'd also copies of first two nos. of MV Record, which will be \"highly serviceable to MV cause\". ER-9. p. 196","A.L.S. Southbury. S.G. Goodrich decided to vote in Conn. and Mrs. Goodrich accepts Vice-Regency for Connecticut. ER-4, p. 58","Philadelphia. Record will be delayed--loss of their Express facilities--forwarded Mrs. Pellet's letter containing money by Adams \u0026 Co.--will send proof sheets as soon as possible. ER-D-61","Boston. Thanks them for illuminated edition of Farewell Address and for the dedication to him--also thanks them for copies of first and second numbers of the Mount Vernon Record.  [Pasted to letter is newspaper clipping announcing arrangements by Boggs \u0026 Oakman and others to carry packages free of charge, and letter from E. S. Sanford to A. P. Cunningham, promising free carrying service.] ER-D-75","Philadelphia. Forwards a letter from Mrs. Pellet which arrived with a parcel several days ago--will try to make arrangement with steamboats to forward packages again--received complimentary letter from Mr. Everett about \"Record\" and dedication of \"Farewell Address\" to him. ER-D-56","Draft enclosed for MV fund.","Draft. Thanks him profusely for all he's done.","Accounting of funds held for MV.","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Report on her work as Lady Manager.  Mr. Lossing will send material to papers next week.  Attempts to interest school children. ER-12, p. 212","Brunswick. Recommends lady to be part of cause.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends her long list of people who may aid Mrs. D.  Article in last \"Crayon\" on Mount Vernon is timely and good.  Will send Washington engraving and a \"Gold mounted Portrait.\"  ER-12, p. 39","A.L.S. Monticello, Florida. Acknowledges appointment and redoubles efforts for MV.  Suggests names of women who might prove effective workers and will try to locate an orator.  Objects to J.A. Washington and his price for MV. ER-4, p. 155","A.L.S. Boston. Sends Wentworth Higginson's list of Worcester residents who might aid MV Assn. ER-12, p. 39","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent pleased with Maine Appeal, reviews in full false grounds of publicity against John A. Washington; contract terms of purchase, reason for his residence at MV until full payment is made; recommends adoption of Mrs. Fogg's \"Physical Geography\" in public schools, profits for Assn; purpose, use and status of MV Record; monthly reports to be sent Regent by VRs. ER-9, p. 31, 33, 35, 37","Dobbs Ferry. Discusses various ladies to assist with the cause.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends in report, state not yet wholly organized.  Suggests buying up supply of Mapleson's (English) Coat of Arms of Washington for re-sale by Assn at a profit. ER-12, p. 41","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Writes of delightful friendships formed by intensive workers in MV cause; of Swedengorgiansim; how Florida has developed an Assn. plan similar to N.Y. plan - agents in larger towns and all counties, orators to speak in various parts of state; Florida has so small a population, an office with secretaries is unnecessary.  Mrs. Long is acting for Mrs. Murat during her absence.  Gives difficulties of raising money among cotton planters.  Charges against J.A. Washington have injured work with country people.  Mrs. Murat will call on Regent before returning to Florida. ER-4, p. 217-219","Poughkeepsie. Apologizes for keeping enclosed picture so long.","Informs her of a mistake in contract she forwarded to him--Record will have a great deal of good material in it--Mrs. Ritchie's article crowded out. ER-D-52","Does Miss C. think it necessay to answer article in the North American?--they must have amount enclosed in advance for the Sept. no.--they are getting no returns or money from Portraits now--has sent Mrs. Blanding of California as many portraits as they can spare--a Tobacconist in N. Y. is giving 1/10 of his profits to Mt. Vernon fund--companion picture to Washington, of Martha, will be ready soon--Allison \u0026 Murphy, builders, considering sending $100 surplus to Assoc. ER-D-42","A.L.S. Begs her to give a course of readings in Mass and tell the \"MV story\" as she did at Brookline. ER-12, p. 43","A.L.S. Apalachicola, FL. Acknowledges appointment to collect funds for MV, also information from Mrs. Long.  Will start work promptly. ER-4, p. 151","A.L. Richmond. Encloses Mrs. Greenough's report-largest list of $1 subscribers yet seen, and donations from Tenn., Ky.; other news re VRs. ER-3, p. 163","A.L.S. near Washington, D.C. Application of a landscape gardener and requests privilege of visiting MV. ER-10, p. 69","A.L.S. Cambridge. Send list of names provided by S. Higginson.  Adds to her circular, names of a \"Board of Councillors\" according to N.Y. plan. ER-12, p. 45","Advises her of receipt of $353.","Philadelphia. Record delay is unavoidable--thinks this will be better issue than other two--several good articles were crowded out--hopes third issue will bring large response. ER-D-63","A.L.S. and typed transcript. Cape Island. Asks him to give addresses in Florida as Mr. Yancey and Edward Everett are doing elsewhere, to raise funds for MV.  Commends fine work for MV that his daughter, Mrs. Ellen C. Long, has done in state and the manner in which she waived claim to VR-Fla in favor of Mrs. Murat who is considered \"at the North, an admirable choice.\"  Typed copy of same p. 135, p. 137. ER-4, p. 133","Photostat.  Acknowledges receipt of document written by Washington.","A.L.S. Jacksonville, FL. Accepts appointment to collect funds for MVA.  Has presented subscription list to Masonic and Odd Fellows' Lodges, and will continue work. ER-4, p. 153","A.L.S. Madison, FL. Sends $18; objections to J. A. Washington and his price for MV.  Sends clipping showing names of contributors; 7 or 8 want gold mounted Portrait of G/W. ER-4, p. 157","Philadelphia. Sends copies of Sept. \"Record\"--could not include everything in 8 pages, so left out several things--hopes to expand and improve it if people begin subscribing--need evergetic and systematic plan of operation on part of the VR's for distributing the \"Record\". ER-D-20","Richmond. Sends $20 from Miss Mattie W. Gray of Lagrange, Tennessee, and list of subscribers. ER-23","A.L.S. Cape Island. Energies now centered on raising purchase fund, future plans decided by VRs at annual meetings, first to be next Feb.  Regent thinks public will provide for restoration according to G/W's plans when purchase has been made.  Devereux will supply portraits, the artists donate profits, purchasers listed in MV Record; gives plan for accounting of same. ER-19, p. 27-29","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends report of slow progress, advises not printing sums yet.  E. Everett says $150 belongs to Mass. fund. ER-12, p. 47","A.L.S. Cape May. Mrs. Pendleton accepted Vice Regency for Ohio; preparing her and Miss Ogden's papers and credentials.  Receive mail only three times a week. ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends $5.00. ER-13, p. 117","A.L.S. Newport. Gives piece of lace ruffle from Washington's linen shirt given to Gilbert Stuart by Mrs. Washington when he was finishing the General's portrait. Auth file W-448","Elizabeth. Accepts Vice Regent of New Jersey.","Philadelphia. Sent parcels to new Vice Regents, Mrs. Pendleton and Mrs. Ogden--sends her several letters--busy getting off the Records. ER-D-64","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re names to publish as Counsellors.  Is getting \"delightful responses from all parts of state but three, there….silence.\" ER-12, p. 47","A.L.S. Cambridge. Declares organization takes all her time.  Has sent some framed engravings of Mr. Greenaugh's statue of G/W as samples; N.Y. organization may wish to sell them for MV cause. ER-12, p. 49","Boston. To \"My Dear Little Daughter.\" Glad Cape May did her good.  Discusses his health.  Will give talk in New York State.","Astoria. Long Island. Is prepared to help AF's husband with business problems.  Tried to get AF position in Mrs. Greenough's (VR-Mass) secretary - did not work out.  Has provided her with introductions to several VRs of pre MVLA.  AF has writen to JA Washington.  ACR advises her not to be disappointed by his failure to give immediate reply. A-280","Philadelphia. APC would like to meet her in Phila. before she returns South. ER-368","A.L. Cambridge. Wants county managers to interest editors.  Encloses a newspaper clipping written by a friend answering most common criticisms of J.A. Washington.  Wants it reprinted locally with editorials and other favorable publicity. ER-12, p. 51","Nashville. Asks her to buy and send her paper for making flowers to be sold at a Fair the young ladies are having for MV fund. ER-10","Binghamton. To \"My Dear Pam\" - Unable to meet her in Philadelphia.  Account has $7900 with more to come.","A.L.S. Lake Jackson, FL. Acknowledgement of Regent's letter of appreciation of his efforts for MV and those of his daughter, Mrs. Ellen Call Long. ER-4, p. 221","A.L.S. Cambridge. Beginning to get response in Mass.  Circular ready but lacks all the influential names she wants.  Encloses Daily Advertiser's letter answering objections to MV plan.  Masonic Lodges will help, but fears demands they may make.  O.W. Holmes and Longfellow both well disposed to plan. ER-12, p. 55","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re monthly reports to Regent.  Sent her Washington engraving framed through Mrs. Ritchie.  Hopes for an article by Holmes in Atlantic Monthly, and will see Longfellow. ER-12, p. 53","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approves Mrs. Pendleton's appointment as VR-Ohio.  Laying out MV grounds referred to by Washington Irving according to plans owned by J.A. Washington, to be used in Lossing's book.  Disapproves Dawson's plan.  No important press criticism; Courier and Enquirer reports on opening tomb unfortunate.  Opposes semi-monthly publication of MV Record, or making large advances for Record or any other \"experiments\". ER-12, p. 193","A.L.S. Truxton. Tells of her father's interview with G/W in 1798 when a student of medicine with Dr. Rush of Philadelphia.ER-12, p. 195","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Re Mr. Zavala's contributions and an \"agent\" collecting in a hotel. ER-14, p. 19","A.L.S. Richmond. Writes enthusiastically of Florida's activities; begs Mrs. Long to study Charter, Constitution, Appeal of Regent giving terms of contract with J.A. Washington for purchase of MV, and also history of Assn.  States powers of Regent; VR in each state plans her own organization.  Some suggestions for collecting funds and keeping records accurately for Archives.  Assn. aims to restore MV to \"exact order\"...of G/W's time, \"to embellish grounds, to build a mausoleum and to make home and grave a shrine. ER-4, p. 171-173","A.L.S. \"Dear Sir\" His wife, Mrs. Goodrich, has been just appointed Vice Regent for Connecticut.  Invites this gentleman to join local Advisory Committee for Mount Vernon project. RM-600, ER-4490, 2 p.","Draft. Dobbs Ferry. To Miss Haines of the \"young ladies seminaries.\" Wants to address young women to interest them in women owning MV and preserving it as Washington planned.","A.L.S. \"The Rocks\", Newport, R.I. Declines appointment as VR-Md because of family cares.  Her grandfather was a friend of Washington. ER-13, p. 26","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Has Mr. Thorburn's copy of letter from England.  Cites complaints on Record, engraving of Washington by Mr. Greenough for VRs to sell.  Saw Mrs. LeVert, will see A.P.C. in Phil.  Difficulties with collection of funds; need for proper credentials. ER-14, p. 19","A.L.S. Madison, FL. Impossible to stir up patriotism in their region but will report later. ER-4, p. 167","Responding to his offer to speak to young men on subject of cause in 100 cities on 100 nights.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent makes appointment if Miss H. Approves (no name given). ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Truxton? Re appointment of Mrs. A.W. Chase, VR-R.I.  Asks why Masons are \"singled out.\" ER-12, p. 195","A.L.S. Astoria. Recommends Mrs. Jane Maria Van Antwerp for VR-Iowa. ER-14, p. 21","Discusses portraits of Washington and charges for them.  Wants her to visit in Richmond on way back to New Orleans.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends her list of names in Worcester of those who may help in raising funds. ER-12, p. 57","A.L.S. Apalachicola, FL. Encloses check for $123, and hopes to collect more. ER-4, p. 159","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Has tried to locate right person for VR-Tex.  Recommends Mrs. Johnson of Ark. Submits full account of subscribers, amounts collected, expenses deducted.  Plans to reach prospects at election time; hope to get subscribers to MV Record; is selling G/W pictures. ER-14, p. 81","A.L.S. Monticello, FL. Offer of \"agency\" in MV Assn.  acknowledged, and agrees to stir up interest in her exceedingly complacent region. ER-4, p. 165","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re appointment of VRs, Mrs. Chase of R.I., etc. ER-12, p. 197","A.L.S. Palatka, FL. Has collected on $8, her community has mostly poor people but winter tourists may contribute some later. ER-4, p. 161","A.L.S. Osceola, FL. Pledges her support to MV movement. ER-4, p. 163","Mrs. John Bartlett, Manager for Middlesex County. Sending a book for registering subscribers and a circular.","A.L.S. Belleville. Is leaving town for months and wishes another treasurer appointed in her absence; recent success with contributions and interesting people in MV fund. Encloses subscriptions for 1858. ER-11, p. 32","A.L.S. Southbury. Enumerates difficulties she has in starting assn. in Conn. Has been successful with both men and women and states present developments. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. with typed transcript. Accepts the position of Vice Regent for Rhode Island, but fears she will not be able to raise much money. She will try her best. ER-13","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. In 1854 sold timber on 2 tracts of 23 and 31 acres to Mr. Crutchett to be removed in 3 yrs,m also 300 trees, not less than 6\" diameter selected by J.A.W. on hill where house and vault stood, to be removed in 18 mos. A portion of 26 acre tract is in MVLA purchase as is the hill by Mansion (tree contract expired Feb., 1856, time extended). Mr. Crutchett has no rights now on MVLA property. Thanks her for first copy of MV Record; asks for an Assn agent to settle with him MV boundaries. Is willing to sell lower part of remaining property but wants to retain upper. Has not set price. ER-9, p. 53","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re suitable persons for VRs in N.H., Wisconsin, etc. Asks for truth of charges against Mr. Watson, who has portraits of G/W for sale in Philadelphia. ER-12, p. 197","A.L.S. Marianna, FL. Sends $100; explanation of why community did not contribute more; and congratulations on the \"success in so noble an undertaking.\" ER-4, p. 179","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Long acts for Mrs. Murat in her absence. Regent asks for a monthly account of collections to be rendered 15th of each month. It will be stimulating to Lady Managers to see how fund grows. Asks Mrs. Murat to clall on Regent in Philadelphia and to work for subscriptions to Record. ER-4, p. 175","A.L.S. Mrs. Long's draft has not yet arrived but she sends on $100, and subscribers' names will follow. ER-4, p. 223","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Chace to be VR-RI; mentions VRs for Va., Minn., Mich. Will be at N.Y. headquarters. Will organize Va on her return trip there. Concern over appointments for various states and Regent's duties. ER-14, p. 21","A.L.S. Kalmia, near Aiken, South Carolina. Regrets his letter with enclosures of $820.67 has been lost. Yellow fever in Charleston serious and difficult for him to give time to trace mail from there. Had written fully his views on John A. Washington's high price for MV. Said he would be one of 100 persons, each to loan Assn. $1000 to consummate purchase; gives plans of obtaining a mortage on MV and refunding money on loans; signs as Knight of MV. ER-14, p. 193","A.L.S. Alligator, FL. Accepts appointment and will start work on raising funds at once. ER-4, p. 181","A.L.S. Cambridge. Advises her not to send more money to Watson for G/W portraits, for present. Is amazed to how little value is placed on G/W and realizes MV plan is a needed patriotic effort. ER-12, p. 57","A.L.S. Philadelphia. \"All charges against Mr. Watson are unfounded…\", \"certainly as far as MV money is concerned.\" ER-12, p. 198","A.L.S. St. Nicholas Hotel, New York. ER-4, p. 227","A.L.S. White Springs, FL. Declines to serve in MV Assn. since a teaching position keeps her in Ga., but suggests her sister, Anna Gerry, would be an efficient worker. ER-4, p. 185","A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of her letter to Mr. Riggs, who is away in St. Louis. Mr. Riggs will answer her when he returns.","A.L.S. Ocala, FL. Declines appointment to the Assn. because her time is already fully occupied, has tried to locate a suitable person, but in a \"new\" country it is difficult to find one. ER-4, p. 187","A.L.S. Micanopy, FL. Accepts office of Lady Manager and will start duties at once. Has delivered message to the governor who is pleased to be on list of contributors. ER-4, p. 189","A.L.S. Cambridge. Recommends Mrs. Barry for VR-Ill. Comments on VR for N.H. Gives list of those ordering G/W portraits. ER-12, p. 59","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Addressed to Christie Johnson. Gives plan of state organization she has been developing during Mrs. Murat's absence. Recites difficulties involved. Key West active. Masonic Lodges will contribute. Has now $530. \"Record\" being circulated. \"Auxiliary Association\" is a title the editor of the Sentinel chose, but in future will try to correct errors. ER-4, p.231-233","A.L.S. Alligator, FL. Accepts appointment of \"agent\" of MV Assn. Asks for Regent's Appeal to re-publish in local paper. ER-4, p. 183","A.L.S. Key West, FL. Accepts invitation to be Lady Manager; suggests Gen. Call come to the Keys in January or February. ER-4, p. 191","A.L.S. Boston. Comments on some prospective VRs. Miss Hamilton (N.Y.) and Mrs. Ritchie (Va) called to ask him to speak a third time in N.Y. Gives G/W oration in Bridgewater, Waltham, Burlington and perhaps other places in Vt. Gives itemized financial statement, with notes on investments. Suggests borrowing if final payment is not raised, to save interest on deferred payment. Adds personal note with concern about Regent's family. ER-9, p. 201","A.L.S. Southbury. Repport on organizing Conn. Counties; has sent Appeal to all editors of newspapers. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Marianna, FL. Sends $153; reports on addresses given as benefit to MV, and other activities. ER-4, p. 193","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Enjoyed MV talk with Mrs. Greenough while in Boston. Pleased to receive report on Mr. Watson, asks about Devereux. Re apppointments of VRs. Hard to estimate amount to be contributed in each book. ER-12, p. 199","A.L.S. Please forward all future reports to Miss Cunningham directly in Philadelphia instead of to Mrs. Pellet. Urges her to discuss Mount Vernon with the local Masonic Lodge. Impresses upon her the importance of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-370","A.L.S. Boston. Comments on some prospective VRs. ER-9, p. 203","A.L.S. Cambridge. Appeal to 150 Masonic Lodges of State, would like to send each a MV Record. Re VR-NH. Engraved G/W Portraits from S.F. Watson, not delivered. ER-12, p. 63","A.L.S. Forwarding her a copy of the illuminated Farewell Address. ER-371","A.L.S. Cambridge. Will have publicity in Advertiser (Mr. Hale ed. Is nephew of E.Everett). Will abide by Regent's decision re Mrs. Murat's title. Asks to be kept posted on MV affairs, grounds, gardens, etc.ER-12, p. 61","A.L.S. Cambridge. Forwards Mrs. Chace's report and $358 from Navy Yard. No further word from Masonic Order. ER-12, p. 69","A.L.S. Cambridge. Reports progress. ER-12, p. 65","A.L.S. Nashville. Has not written in months - gives details of difficulties in raining MV funds - terrible drought in State, stringency of money market, distressing political campaigns, prospects of a \"Black Republican\" President. East Tenn. Lady declares her section good for $10,000, will redouble her own efforts. Sends $60 to Mr. Riggs. ER-10, p. 215","A.L.S. Cambridge. $75,000 has been raised; E. Everett has contributed $40,000, 430,000 remaining. Alabama has given $8000. Thinks Mass. Will give about $10,000. North and East must contribute liberally. Politics should be barred. Sends her Masonic Appeal. ER-12, p. 71","A.L.S. Southbury. Suggests Mrs. Henry of Middlebury as a good prospect for VR in Vermont. Mrs. Sigourney gave $50 and commends her generosity. Asks about vacancy in Pennsylvania. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. \"The Rocks\" Newport, R.I. In answer to Regent's urgent letter, insists only extreme pressure of personal affairs prevents her accepting appointment at this time. ER-13, p. 26","A.L.S. Philadelphia. VR Greenough has sent in $1600 this month, Florida's first return is over 4600, Maine has a beginning. Mrs. Van Antwerp, cousin of Miss Harper, offered VR for Iowa; considering Mrs. Sibley, wife of governor, for VR in Minn. ER-12, p. 198","A.L.S. Back page (blank) cut away but letter is complete. Gives his genealogy and story of relatives going back to George Washington. ER-9, p. 55.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Suggests Mrs. Comegys as VR-Del. Re appointments in N.H., Vt., Mich., Pa. Estimates N.Y. will give $20,000; 800 books out how, mgrs. Find considerable indifference and opposition. ER-12, p. 201","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Sends her statement of money received by him for Association. ER-21, p. 25","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Pleased to find Mrs. Comegys so interested in MV, explains some of duties and responsibilities of a VR. ER-17, p. 2-3","A.L.S. Sent extract from Liverpool Mercury to editor Hale. Further comments on VR for N.H. Give Mrs. Otis credit in print for Navy contribution. Awaits Masonic Appeal proof from printer. ER-12, p. 73","A.L.S. Astoria. Re Mrs. Van Antwerp, Senator Yulee and wife, Mrs. Farnsworth. Mrs. Thorburn anxious to meet Regent. VR for Pennsylvania needed promptly. ER-14, p. 25","A.L.S. Boston. Sympathetic comment on her family's difficulties. Since mortgage is impossible, must have final payment and save $10,000 if deferred. Speaks 4 times for small returns, but favorable public opinion essential. Must deliver some other orations also. Editor offers $10,000 for MV, advance payment, if E.E. will write weekly article. ER-9, p. 205","A.L.S. Addressed to Miss Cunningham on Spruce Street. Pencil writing on letter incorrectly identifies author as Sarah King Hale, Vice Regent for New Hampshire, but letter is actually from Sarah Josepha Hale of Godey's Lady's Book. Sends subscription list received from articles in the Lady's Book. ER-5, p. 131","A.L.S. Washington. Will go to New York soon and stop in Philadelphia to see her. ER-21, p. 29","A.L.S. Probably from Alexander H. Bullock of Worcester. Sends list of \"county magnates\".  Saw Mr. Hale re E. Everett's lecture.  E.E. was much hurt at his treatment here when he delivered his Washington Address, the only place he declared where \"he had been assaulted\".  Suggests Custis' lecture on \"Fair Play for Women\", cost $50. ER-12, p. 100","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Sends $55 and request for 12 portraits of Washington which they will sell. ER-4, p. 237","A.L.S. Richmond. Constitution of MVLA was signed by Gov. Wise and became legal Jan 5, 1858.  Mr. Mcfarland will prepare for Regent money rec'd since signing of Contract, previous accounting in Regent's hands.  Have been selling 50 cent portraits for $1; Mrs. Ritchie receives all subscriptions in Va. and will organize similarly to N.Y. later.  Hopes for required sum Feb. 22.  Sends Regent Mr. Bennett's gift of MV views (ambrotype); states terms on which he wishes to sell them for MV; John A. Washington had given him photorights.  Wishes to send set of photos to each VR.  Has given sets to newspaper editors in Richmond.  They are on display at \"store of MV house\".  N.S. Bennett of Alexandria has not rec'd acknowledgement of ambrotype of vault at MV.  Devereux sent copy of \"Illuminated Farewell Address\", price $10.  G/W portraits selling well. ER-16, p. 255","A.L.S. Boston. Thinks Liverpool Mercury article not worth noticing.  Printed letter from Commandant, Navy Yard.  Pledges her his support. ER-12, p. 79","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re unfavorable letter from Charles Hale, Daily Advertiser, advises that Assn. always refused to be drawn into any political discussion, putting MV always above party affairs. ER-12, p. 83","A.L.S. Cambridge. Reports to Regent re Views of MV, Mansion and Tomb of Washington, pub. By N.S. Bennett, colored lithographs, sold on boat (see p. 81). Comments on VR-Ver., and Mrs. Barry. ER-12, p. 85","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks about \"Views of MV, Mansion and Tomb of Washington\", pub. By N.S. Bennett in aid of Ladies MV Assn, lithograph printed in colors by Robertson, Seibert \u0026 Shearman, 93 Fulton St., N.Y. sold on boat passing MV for $2.00. ER-12, p. 81","Photo facsimile of Jane Van Antwerp's formal certificate of appointment.","A.L.S. Campbellton, FL. Pledges her support as a good Virginian and will start work. ER-4, p. 169","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sends lists for MV Record.  Asks to have articles returned to be used in N.Y. press. ER-12, p. 203","A.L.S. Keene, Massachusetts. Reply re VR for Vermont. ER-12, p. 87","Copy. Regarding appointment as Lady Manager.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. G. sails for Europe Nov. 5. Only one county in Mass. not working.  Encloses Rev. George Ingersoll's letter re VR for Vt. Mrs. Hopkinson, who has acted as Mrs. G's sec. will carry on in Mrs. G.'s absence. ER-12, p. 89","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Enclosed $153 from Marianna. ER-4, p. 241","Delay in completing \"Record--sends letters and incomplete Nov. Record--will be detained late at the office and may not see her. ER-D-28","A.L.S. Sends check from part of amount collected in Providence. ER-23, p. 45","Draft. Regarding publication of the Mount Vernon Papers.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sails for Europe Nov. 5. Hopes to see Miss H. in N.Y. Will keep in touch with Mass. Organization while abroad and hopes to return in god health in spring, ready to carry on MV work. ER-12, p. 91","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Encloses check for $710.55. ER-8, p. 11","A.L.S. Richmond. Subscriptions received--regrets Maine's apathy--Devereux will send her for sale 50 copies Washington portrait, 3 copies Mt. V. restored -offers also lithographs of Crawford's statue of G.W to sell for profit.  P.S. is dated Nov. 15--notes E. Everett's gift of $10,000 perhaps more--his expenses in N.Y. for Hall, etc. were heavy. ER-3, p. 165","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends in Mrs. Otis' report.  Continues her investigations of suitable women for VRs.  Sends Regent 50 copies of Daily Advertiser's article on MV. ER- 12, p.95","A.L.S. and with facsimile. Philadelphia. Expresses her gratification that Mrs. Comegys accepts the Vice-Regency for Delaware. ER-17, p. 4","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to Constitution, article 8, reappointment of local Boards of Managers; Regent's decision to leave appointments to VRs in their respective States. ER-17, p. 5","A.L.S. Boston. Speaks at Vermont Capital.  Tickets low so receipts only $2000 for 11 engagements.  Need editors' $10,000 as next payment is $57,000 plus $10,000 interest.  Column is a good publicity medium for MV.  Speaks again in N.Y.  Asks what Regent needs on next $67,000 payment (\"downright extortion\").  Refers to various press comments.  Editor extends limits on time for articles.ER-9, p. 207","A.L.S. N.Y. City organized, preparing for E. Everett's lecture.  Schenectada Co. organizing.   Sends some printed articles that Regent may have reprints made of, if she desires. ER-12, p. 203","A.L.S. Nashville. Difficulties re Box sent from Philadelphia with items for sale at Ladies Fair - which were to be sold on commission, not gift. ER-10, p. 223","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends VR letter authorizing her to \"take charge of the organization\" of Del.  VR may take organization expenses from funds raised; in various states much has been donated, such as printing, paper, binding etc.  Credentials, Nov. no. MV Record (furnished in quantities to VRs), subscription books, for Lady Managers , will be sent soon.  Suggests cooperation with other VRs. ER-17, p. 7","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends credentials for VR, copy of contract with John A. Washington, Act of Incorporation, Constitution and By-laws, Appeals, Reports, which give history of Assn since Mar when Assn gained title to MV.  States aims of MVLA, \"design\" of Constitution, plan for collecting funds, VR' duties and reports made to Regent, method of paying installments.  N.Y.'s plan of organization.  Relations with Press.  Success of MV Record. ER-17, p. 12-13","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent asks for a monthly report of work done in Del., due on 15th of each month, sugggests each Lady Manager report to VR; in advance of this date, when subscriptions reach $500, same to be forwarded to treasurer, G.W. Riggs.  Devereux \u0026 Co's lithograph portraits of Stuart's G/W for sale at $1.00 each, methods of distribution through Lady mgrs., Godey's Lady's Book, through clubs; no complimentary portraits given; no paid agents for Assn.  Activities. ER-17, p. 11","A.L.S. Thinks it unwise to try to take subscription books to Europe.  Mass.  Treasurer Parker will send G. W. Riggs $2500, leaving $140 in Mass. Balance for current expenses.  County managers will forward money Feb. 1. Wrote Mr. Peabody received no answer.  ER-12, p. 95","A.L.S. Petersburg. Visited Mount Vernon, regrets the neglect of the Tomb. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. Astoria. Re Regent and Col. Cunningham, Mrs. Van Antwerp, Mrs. Farnsworth, Mrs. Walton.  Difficulties in appointing a \"standing Committee\". Plans with opera members for a Richmond benefit, has worked hard for Miss Hamilton arranging for Edward Everett's lecture.  Mrs. Greenough to arrive in N.Y. Refers to Mackay's valuable article. Sends $45 for pictures to be sold.  Report on Miss Hamilton's efficient secretary. ER-14, p. 23","A.L.S. Cambridge. List buyers' orders for 34 portraits and 2 MV Records; Devereux claims $36, not $41, was sent him. ER-12, p. 96","Draft letters to William Macfarland and Emily Harper on one piece of paper. Letter to Macfarland re funds.  Regent attempts to systematize financial transactions; VR to give accounting from appointment to date to verify with Regent's account; treasurer to report funds rec'd, investments made from purchase fund with their par value.  MV Record to be sent him regularly. Letter to Harper, she regrets her \"decision in re to VR\".  ER-11, p. 45","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent commends work in Miss. Hopes when legislature meets it may follow lead of Tenn.  and members subscribe.  Regent wishes to raise as much as possible in Nov. so as to make payment to John A. Washington without drawing on investments. ER-14, p. 81","A.L.S. Richmond. Financial statement submitted.  Previous report submitted when purchase contract was signed, including statement re bonds paid him, interest on bonds, etc. Cannot furnish accurate itemized list of contributors. ER-11, p. 46","Astoria. Just returned from Niagara.  Soon leaves for Europe.  Asks when she shall be able to see AF again and __ how book is progressing. A-280","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Since Mrs. Morse has been \"absent\" she probably has not seen their progress in the Mount Vernon Record and Miss Cunningham has not heard any updates on the state of affairs in Louisiana. Asks to please be informed of any news in her state. ER-372","A.L.S. Southbury. Looks for Nov. issue of Record for information and news. Writes of her difficulties in getting some sections in action.  An Appeal to clergy requesting them to present MV movement to congregations on Thanksgiving Day. Some places may give Christmas entertainments.  Has asked E. Everett to speak in some of Conn.'s larger towns. ER-4, p. 63","A.L.S. Manitowoc. Complains that those who gave money through his efforts have not received portraits--possible aid from Masons--he worked many years ago to have nation buy Mt.Vernon and use it as a national school to try to allay any feelings of sectionism--discussion of choosing a VR for the state--nothing yet done in New York; the Association seems little known there (Envelope included, dated Nov. 15 and addressed to Philadelphia)","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd $1000 from ME., attempt to pay installment at this time without disturbing investments. ER-19, pp. 39,41,43,45","A.L.S. Templeton. To Mrs. Eliza Davis. Asks about terms of purchase, price seems exorbitant, and forfeiture of final payments possible.  Asks who made terms of contract, but does not want to make his inquiry public or impede progress of MV cause. ER-12, p. 99","A.L.S. Astoria. Asks about terms of purchase, price seems exorbitant, and forfeiture of final payments possible.  Asks who made terms of contract, but does not want to make his inquiry public or impede progress of MV cause. ER-14, p. 27","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Acknowledges money from Mrs. Finley; finds she has been so thoroughly canvassed she cannot hope for more subscribers for Record.  Has issued an Appeal to the Masons.  General Call will speak December 14. ER-4, p. 245","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks totaling $753--awaits his brother's opinion on names she sent him. ER-21, p. 31","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Reports on progress of work in N.J. Asks for more copies of the Appeal for distribution. ER-8, p. 13","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends report for Essex Co.  Mass, is slow in contributing, but cites signs of progress.  Everybody praises E. Everett's contributions. ER-12, p. 101","A.L.S Philadelphia. Alternative ways deed for MV maybe handled. ER-3, p. 169","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Pressure to have purchase fund complete for Feb. 22.  News of Lady Managers.  Re appointment of VR for Vt.  ER-12, p. 205","A.L.S. Washington. Received $54 from Lodges of District of Columbia. ER-21, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston. \"My dearest little Pam,\" declares London Illustrated News article well intentioned but in poor taste.  Reviews how idea of repeating GW oration grew - if any credit to be given, it belongs to Regent.  Suggests paying J.A. Washington installments month early if they can save month's interest, $285.  Hopes interests was only to be paid on first installment to J.A.W. Feels growing interest in N.Y. Ledger articles.  Comments on D.P. Brown's idea re payments only $54,000 cash here - and 10% interest bonds, par value $14,000 but now rather low in market.  Sees no objection to paying J.A.W. first installment on Dec. 5 or entire payment, if Mr. Riggs agrees. ER-9, p. 209","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Recommends Mrs. Alexander Mitchell as Vice-Regent for Wisconsin (Envelope dated Dec. 3, 1858, addressed to Philadelphia).","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4253, p. 1","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 35","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges his receipt of 3 checks for funds. ER-23, p. 33","A.L.S. Nashville. ER-10, p. 229","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses $116.50 from Key West and $100 more from Quincey.  General Call to speak December 14. ER-4, p. 247","A.L.S. Worcester. Signed Eliza Davis. Answers inquiries re terms of purchase, through press, as others have asked same questions.  Cites great need for someone to by MV promptly and give it permanent and fitting dedication. ER-12, p. 101","A.L.S. Washington. His brother recommends Mrs. George Collier Senior as best VR from Missouri--alternate choices from her list are Mrs. Polk ad Mrs. Kennedy--Grand Treasurer of Grand Lodge of District is Christopher Cammack--are Va.  Bonds and stocks to be used in payment to Mr. Washington? ER-21, p. 35","Draft of letter in pencil. Thanks him for his generous offer, but declines association with his lecture.","A.L.S. New York. Mr. Ullman to give a ball at Academy of Music for MV fund.  N.Y.'s Ladies Standing Committee to be patronesses. ER-12, p. 205","A.L.S. Re contributions and sales of Washington portraits.  MV cause to be presented to legislature by influential men.  Has had an account with Mr Yager who forwarded the money, and their accounts agree. ER-14, p. 83","A.L. Astoria. Reports grand success of Astoria entertainment, repeated twice. ER-3, p. 171","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent pleased with progress in Del. Mrs. Comegys' Appeal will be published in next Record. ER-17, p. 15","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses checks and writes private letter on opposite side. ER-23, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Confides to VR-Del that she plans to defer first installment John A. Washington.  Selects Dec. 2 as day for payment, 5th anniversary of 1st Appeal.  Mr. Riggs cooperates in plan. ER-17, p. 15","A.L.S. Washington. Will meet Mr. Washington on Dec. 2, with bond payable before Jan. 1--money in his hands amounts to about $9000--may have to convert Va. Bonds to pay Mr. Washington--gives his opinnion on interpretation of contract with Mr W. regarding interest. ER-21, p. 37","A.L.S. Mendota. Thinks women of St. Paul and state will be interested in MV. ER-11, p. 233","A.L.S. Boston. Writes of enthusiasm of youth, 7-17 yrs. old, for MV purchase.  Has visited 35 private schools and now begins work with public schools.  Through children can reach parents.  Worked for 10 yrs. to make Feb 22 legal festival in Mass--first state to do so. ER-12, p. 103","A.L.S. Boston. Will request his Treasurer of Fund to send Riggs and Co. \"all\" on hand - as he understands you pay $57,000 with interest.  Quotes J.A. Washington's statements re deferred payments and interest, and E.E. gives his interpretation of same.  (Also photostat of letter book copy, #PS-536) ER-9, p. 211","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 checks, amounting to $318.29--hopes to receive payment from Mr. Everett by the 1st of Dec., so he can pay Mr. Washington on the 2nd. ER-21, p. 39","A.L.S. and typed excerpt. RM- 144 TYP2409","A.L.S. New York. Difficult to change state plans she has laid out and send funds now; has retained more from collections to meet current bills for printing Appeals, etc. ER-4, p. 62","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Makes MVLA proposition to continue making MV souvenirs of wood from MV trees on a large scale: bracelets, necklaces, picture frames, giving 1/2 of gross receipts to the Assn for the MV purchase fund. ER-4, p. 102","A.L.S. on letterhead. Regarding funds transferred from Edward Everett.","Facsimile letter, ER-503a.","Facsimile letter, ER-502","A.L.S. Boston. Reply to letter asking information for an article on E.E.'s weekly column in Ledger for publication in Record.  Gives statement re $45,193 turned over to MV.  Reasons for writing weekly article are: gives $10,000 at once to MV fund, fine paper reaching a million readers to interest in MV cause.  Has delivered G/W oration 103 times - 96 for benefit of MV fund and explains others, gives brief summary of money collected. ER-9, p. 213","A.L.S. New York. Reports progress in state.  MV Record is fine, national in character, shows large amounts collected.  Mrs. Ritchie has left, gave beautiful tableaux, tickets sold easily; will add $700 to fund. ER-12, p. 207","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Supply of Records low, reprints needed.  Portraits ordered were forwarded, E. Everett has sent G.W. Riggs $34,000.  Plan for next payment.  Sept.no. of MV Record exhausted. ER-17, p. 16","A.L.S. Suffolk Savings Bank, Boston. Is acting for Mrs. Greenough.  Has notified G.W. Riggs he may draw upon him for $3,000, MVLA funds. ER-12, p. 107","A.L.S. One of two on the same day. ER-23, p. 47","A.L.S. One of two on the same day, ER-23, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $34,000 from F.H. Peabody on behalf of Mr. Everett--also received her checks amounting to $495 and $717.50--hopes to see Mr. Washington tomorrow for payment--has on hand $44,000--has not received bonds from Mr. Macfarland. ER-21, p. 41","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Just mailed a check to G.W. Riggs for $500 which with other money transferred makes over $41,000, \"ready for the grand event of the morrow\". ER-17, p. 17","A.L.S. New York. Sends $144 and a \"beautiful tribute\" from Mrs. Sigourney which she would like published in the Record. ER-4, p. 63","A.L.S. Delayed sending money as requested because of high rate of exchange. ER-4, p. 249","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd $500 from Me; brings amount in G.W. Riggs' hands to $51,800.  On 5th anniversary of 1st Appeal, Assn has paid on purchase contract $75,000, and plans for next installment. ER-19, p. 47","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund.  Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-12, p. 210","A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two letters written on the same day. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund.  Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-23, p. 53","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. One of two letters written on the same day. ER-23, p. 49","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Regent just learned by telegram that G.W. Riggs made first payment to John A. Washington with interest, on 5th anniversary of publication of 1st Appeal. ER-17, p. 18","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Announces G. W. Riggs, Treasurer, has paid John A. Washington first bond with interest on the fifth anniversary of 1st Appeal. ER-19, p. 48","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $3000 from Mass. And $450 from Mrs. Chace of Rhode Island. ER-21, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid Mr. Washington the first bond--paid $57,000 and $2242 interest--knows how anxious she was to have it paid today, the anniversary of her first appeal. ER-21, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington. Congratulates her on success of her efforts in behalf of Mt. Vernon--was delighted to telegraph her the news of first payment to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 49","A.L.S. Incomplete.Half past one. Mr. Washington has not yet arrived for payment--regrets he may not receive the payment on the 2nd, as Miss C. wishes. ER-21, p. 45","A.L.S. Jackson. Encloses draft for $110--from Matron's letter to Mrs. McWillie, there seems to be a discrepancy in amount of funds remitted by him and Mrs. McWillie. ER-23, p. 51","Wilmington. Typed transcript, original property of North Carolina Historical Society. RM-144, PS-2404","A.L.S. Boston. Asks to have her report returned for revisions re contribution from Navy Yard and private schools. ER-12, p. 105","Milwaukee. Recommends Mrs. Alexander Mitchell to her.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending him additional check. One of three written on the same day.","Philadelphia. Sending more checks. One of three written on the same day.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Details of checks received and to be sent. One of three written on the same day.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Tells her first payment made to JAW III. ER-373","Telegram - Magnetic Telegraph Company, Cincinnati. Deposited $253.","Telegram - Magnetic Telegraph Company. Philadelphia. Sent Letter with draft for $1271.","Philadelphia. Draft. Says payment of the first installment made to Mr. Washington was made. Reverse side to \"Dear Sir\" and referencing the letter to officers.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 letters from her this morning including check for $500 from Maine and checks totaling $144--enclosure of $1271 from Mr. Devereux not received yet--Mr. MacFarland hasn't sent securities yet--leaves to her the announcement of first payment to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 51","A.L.S. New York. Congratulates Regent on raising fund and success of Dec. 3, 1858. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Richmond. Fears purchase fund will not be complete for Feb. 22; hopes Masonic Order's help will be forthcoming.  Sends her MV views as gift of publisher Bennett. ER-16, p. 256","A.L. Boston. Facsimile. Approval of \"Engraving on Steel by H.W. Smith\" of portrait of E. Everett taken from life by M. Wight. (Printed statement on inside page). ER-9, p. 214","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him and sends more checks. ER-23, p. 59","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding stocks held by the MVLA.","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks from her for $1271.80, $710.45, $547, and $206--Mr. Macfarland has instructions to dispose of Va. stocks as best he can--Mr. Washington is supposed to have 10 days notice before a payment is made to him--sends official announcement of Dec. 2 payment for her to use. ER-21, p. 53","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re 1st payment which gives Assn right to \"advance to Mr. Washington, on 10 days notice, any sums not less than $5000 and thus save interest\".  Now working for payment of installment on Dec. 14.  Accounting of portrait sales to be kept separate from other returns. ER-19, p. 49","New Orleans. Encloses check for $302.","Philadelphia. Discusses various financial details.","A.L.S. Washington. Discusses how best to make announcement of first payment--redeeming Savannah bonds--Mr. Macfarland to sell shares of Farmers' Bank of Va.--payment on Va. stock has to be collected in Richmond. ER-21, p. 55","Philadelphia. Expresses concerns that many people nationwide are unaware of MVLA and some states are not represented by vice regents.","Discussed the reverend's ideas for a program at the Washington Tableaux event, but the Committee on Festival did not approve as it would necessitate the erection of a stage and take up too much space.","A.L.S. New York. Not wise to ask for funds collected in state until further date.  Asks if she wants lists of contributors on 15th of each month. ER-4, p. 63","Philadelphia. Financial matters.","Richmond. Discusses various stocks and bonds. ER-23, p. 65","Philadelphia. Private. Miss Cunningham wants to know if he discussed using loan to pay Mr. Washington with him. ER-23, p. 63","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs $721+, this with \"Virginia coupon bonds\" for $2500 is total contribution from North Carolina. ER-14, p. 113","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mr. Macfarland $102 in cash and check for $5127.07 for Va. stock sold. ER-21, p. 57","A.L.S. Keene, New Hampshire. Sends $12 and list of subscribers for Mount Vernon Record--not certain to whom money should be sent. ER-5, p. 132","A.L.S. Richmond. Saw Ann Pamela Cunningham in Philadelphia.  Re entertainments. ER-14, p. 27","Philadelphia. Private. Discusses funds with Mr. Macfarland.","Due to tooth procedure unable to meet with her. ER-13, p. 123","Wilmington. Sending check for $721.82 on behalf of his wife.","A.L.S. Washington. Received draft for $125 from Mr. John M. Speed of Lynchburg, Va.--does not think they could get advance from anyone to pay for the property at a low interest rate--Mr. Washington wishes land desired by Miss Cunningham to be surveyed and marked out. ER-21, p. 59","A.L.S. Nashville. Encloses check for $500. ER-23, p. 73","New York. Sending checks; appealing to military.","Philadelphia. Financial discussion.","A.L.S. Washington. Received $721.82 from Mrs. Dickinson of N.C.--will have to read act of incorporation of the Association to learn how the Assoc. may borrow money, if she wishes to make large payment--hasn't sold $4500 in Va. Bonds. ER-21, p. 61","A.L. Draft. Philadelphia. Re her list of subscribers for MV Record. ER-11, p. 47","A.L.S. Wilmington. List of Lady Managers and amount collected. ER-14, p. 113","A.L.S. New York. Send extract of letter from Mrs. Lydia H. Tyler of Middletown, who is  a good writer and most capable Lady Manager.  Reports $62 more. ER-4, p. 63","A.L.S. Boston. Also includes photostat copy. ER-504, ER-9-215","A.L.S. Richmond. ER-23, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks amounting to $553.33--notified Mr. Washington to arrange to receive payment--if New York receipts come in, will make it for large sum. ER-21, p. 63","A.L.S. New Jersey VR sent $1800; New York check for $1500. ER-11, p. 48","Facsimile copy. Discusses the MVLA Constitution, Council meetings, and payments to Mr. Washington. ER-505.","A.L.S. Boston. Re loan to make larger payment to J.A. Washington, and its legal phases.  J.A.W. will be keeping place in running order while living there, and MVLA will need a staff to keep place in condition for permanent exhibition. ER-9, p. 217","A.L.S. Washington. Returns checks for $1167.26 to her for endorsement--received $50. from Mrs. Ritchie--has requested Mr. Washington be here on 14th to receive another payment. ER-21, p. 65","A.L.S. Executive Mansion, Washington. Will present her letter of the 9th to the Cabinet at their next meeting.  Note: niece of, and hostess for, President Buchanan. ER-11, p. 27","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. With notes at bottom by Burke and Herbert and George W. Riggs. Discusses payments by the MVLA. ER-23, p. 79","A.L.S. Discusses payment toward Mount Vernon. ER-23, p. 77","A.L.S. \"Mount Vernon Factory,\" Washington, D.C. Formal offer of half the proceeds of articles manufactured of MV wood, with an elaboration of plan for sales. ER-4, p. 103","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re Mrs. Wheeler and \"testimonials\" from E. Everett. ER-12, p. 97","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $41 from her, $50 from Mrs. Fogg, and $302.26 from Mrs. Morse--told Mr. Washington tomorrow's payment will not be less than $10,000. ER-21, p. 67","A.L.S. Also includes handwritten copy by Riggs. Ann Arbor, Michigan. Sends draft for $207 collected in last month. ER-23, p. 91 and ER-21, p.69","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends check for $109. ER-23, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends checks for $400 and $300--has given Mr. Devereux $100 in cash to obtain a check to be forwarded--Mrs. Morse has sent checks--Mr. Yager's check not received. ER-23, p. 87","A.L.S. New York City. Sends draft for $1500 from state of New York. ER-23, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Received $1500 from Miss Hamilton--now has on hand $700.18, after paying off the advance he made on Dec. 2--since she desires $10,000 to be paid Mr. Washington this morning, he advances the money--will sell Va. Bonds worth $4500 to go toward repayment. ER-21, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid John A. Washington $10,000 on bond due in 1860. ER-21, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Confidential. Hopes to pay next installment of $41,000 on Jan. 1, some returns will not be made before Feb. 1.  Assn may pay in sums of $5000.  Asks for MV Record item by Dec. 23. ER-17, p. 19","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks if Regent has rec'd report of Mr. Macfarland for money rec'd since first payment to John A. Washington; can report on money paid her (S.L.P), but Mrs. Cabell, Mrs. Semmes, Mr. Minor paid their collections directly to Mr. Mcfarland.  Rec'd from Regent \"Extra Record\" announcing $57,000 payment, had learned news from N.Y. papers.  Virginia Masons in Session, will consider MV subscription.  Again asks Regent to write Mr. Bennett (Alexandria). ER-16, p. 257","A.L.S. Richmond. Entertainments, tableaux, festivals, etc. ER-14, p. 27","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks for $400 and $300 and endorsed checks for $1167.26--received $4500 from sale of Va. bonds, forwarded by Macfarland--encloses formal advice of $10,000 payment. ER-21, p. 75","A.L.S. Private. ER-23,p. 95","A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 95","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $110 from Geo. S. Yerger. ER-21, p. 77","Typescript excerpt of letter from Anna Cora Ritchie, Vice Regent for Virginia, to Henry S. Randall, December 16, 1864. Note at the bottom indicates the excerpt came from author Elswyth Thane's notes. Original location or source for the letter is unknown.  RM-144 TYP-2410","A.L.S. Detroit. Pleased first payment on MV is made.  Send $95 for MV Record and will forward $200 for fund.  Is preparing subscription books and has met kindness everywhere, plans to personally visit every county and develop its organization.  Ann Arbor well organized. ER-10, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Amount he advanced on payment was $2,600 but no need to execute any legal document--remittances come in almost daily--receipt of checks for $100 and $207 from Mrs. Fogg and Mrs. Tappan. ER-21, p. 79","A.L.S. New York. Sends 2 \"beautifully written articles\" from Middletown, to be put in Record if possible.  Asks for more information for same author who offers to write more for MV movement. ER-4, p. 62","A.L.S. Describes the subscription fee of $1.00 to become a \"member\" and the portraits given by Devereux and Co.","A.L.S. Asks Regent to send her accurate information re the rumor of J.A. Washington's failure; it has paralyzed efforts in her region. ER-12, p. 108","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private to Regent. Re appointments of VRs, political affiliations, and sending in funds. ER-12, p.109","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Ann Pamela Cunningham hopes that another partial payment toward settlement of contract will be possible in January.  Reports success in fund raising in many states. RM 523, ER 5254, 2 p.","A.L.S. Richmond. Mr. Ritchie recommends that infamous reports in papers be stopped and editors be made to retract.  Is pleased with Virginia's response; Lady Managers bringing in money which is sent promptly to Mr. Riggs. ER-14, p. 29","A.L.S. Nashville. Writes enthusiastically of John M. Bright's lecture on Charity - might give it for MV cause.  Re items for sale at Ladies' Fair.  $240 receipts from Lieutenant Maury's lecture. ER-10, p. 233, p. 235","A.L.S. Salem. Re appointment of Lady Managers. Receives cooperation from local papers.  Men in community think price paid J.A. Washington too high. ER-12, p. 207","A.L.S. Nashville. ER-10, p. 233","A.L.S. Washington. $100 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 81","A.L.S. New Orleans. Encloses check for $100--gratified at learning of payment of $57,000, but disapproves of means resorted to in N.Y. to raise money. ER-23, p. 103","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Enlists her interest in MV and suggests places where Appeal may be made - will send her copies of Record and subscription book. ER-8, p. 19","A.L.S. Poolesville, MD. Sends money for the Mount Vernon cause. Hopes to do more in the future. ER-23, p. 100","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Is working with schools; has disributed considerable MV literature.  Glad VR-Ky is appointed, some criticize the fact few states are represented. ER-12, p. 209","A.L.S. Private. Philadelphia. ER-374","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Will send collected funds as soon as she recovers from illness.  Only $135.15 from General Call's lecture. ER-4, p. 251","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private to Regent.  Sends lists of contributors.  Had inspiring letter from Mrs. Ritchie, makes suggestions of workers in New Hampshire and Vermont. ER-12, p. 111","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes to make another payment to John A. Washingtn, asks VR-NY how much money she can send by Jan. 6.  G.W. Riggs will make an advance on this amount. ER-12, p. 207","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Has asked E. Everett to deliver lecture in Elizabeth and other principal towns in N.J.  Is active in collecting funds. ER-8, p. 21","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Enclosing a check. ER-23, p. 103","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Offers gift of 2 engravings of MV framed in wood from MV if she does not have them already. ER-3, p. 191","A.L.S. New York. Reports various sums collected in different parts of her state.  Letter dated \"Christmas Day.\" ER-4, p. 56","A.L.S. Boston. Encloses a letter he has been asked to send Regent from James Dunning of Bangor who suggests Assn. could make $50,000 - issuing engraved certificates for $1, MV stock to be sold in various cities - elaborates plan.  Marginal note classifies it as \"speculation\". ER-9, p. 223","A.L.S. Boston. Many interesting letters from Miss Cunningham and Miss Johnson unanswered due to pressing engagements.  Spoke 6 times in 20 days, travelled over 1200 miles.  Pleased she likes \"MV papers\" she has seen.  States various types he is trying to reach, cites some results as Cambridge express-man giving $10, Ledger Agency Firm $50, etc.  Re taking possession of MV, Feb 22.  Hopes to send $1500 soon. ER-9, p. 221","A.L.S. Washington. Check for $300--check for $50 from Mrs. Fogg--will see to payment of taxes. ER-21, p. 83","A.L.S. Boston. Re his lectures.  Thinks \"Mount Vernon Papers\" in the Ledger will do in MV cause no harm; cites some unusual responses. ER-9, p. 220","A.L.S. Hillside. Accepts appointment of Lady Manager, has received instructions and materials and will start work although Mrs. Rutherford has already collected considerable in district. ER-8, p. 23","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Comments on Assn.'s payment of $5000 to J.A. Washington, and Mr. Rigg's liberality in advancing sum that must be returned promptly; declines Mr. Gruchette's offer and charges Assn. is a prey to speculators; reports on N.Y. ball given; city is to be thoroughly organized for collecting funds; asks for plans to further work after purchase of MV; difficulties in reporting amount state has collected to date; Washington Irving gives $500. ER-3, p. 173","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent pleased with progess in Del; now equals Maine (which is handicapped by powerful body of Abolitionists who are violently opposed to Assn.) ER-17, p. 20","A.L.S. and copy written in the hand of John A. Washington. Thanks her for promised payment, congratulates Association for its successful fund raising, sends some plans of Mansion (not present), and urges action be taken to formally delineate boundaries of estate. ER-4255, RM-523. 2 p.","A.L.S. Sends a check for money raised. ER-376","A.L.S. Hyde Park. ER-12, p. 210","A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington. Received her money and letter from the 21st. Paid $10,000 more toward Mount Vernon on the anniversary of Washington's death. ER-375","A.L.S. Boston. Boston Light Infantry corps sends donation and asks, if possible, for a certificate for same to be framed for the Armory walls. ER-10, p. 71","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $283.90 from Geo. Yerger and $100 from Mrs. Morse--will settle taxes--received $270 and $5 from her and Miss Nisbet's letter. ER-21, p. 85","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Re Lady Managers.  Has taken Mr. L.'s engravings and drawings to schools to arouse interest in MV. ER-12, p. 211","A.L.S. Providence. Forwards subscriptions collected by Mrs. Templeton who has been very successful. Wishes she could hear Mr. Everett speak and meet Mrs. Morse personally. ER-377","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Ritchie suggests tableaux and festivals for raising funds, asks for and gives some practical suggestions. ER-12, p. 213","A.L.S. Philadelphia. American Literary Union of Richmond will devote its Feb. meeting to benefit of MV purchase fund - one of the largest halls engaged, will have orchestra and address. ER-13, p. 121","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets scarcity of MV Records, plans on publication of Jan. number.  List of names arrived in time for publication; space does not allow continuing publishing names and contributions less than $1.00. ER-17, p. 21","A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two on the same day. Regarding funds collected. ER-23, p. 110","A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two on the same day. Regarding funds and payments. ER-23, p. 111","A.L.S. Florence. In regards to raising funds from Americans abroad.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $259.40 and $25--$210.70 from Mrs. Nisbet. Draft on Mr. Parker. ER-21, p. 87","A.L.S. New York. (Mary Morris Hamilton's secretary) Reports returns on tableaux, $734.36.  Miss Laura Keene's benefit will yield $500. ER-12, p. 215","A.L.S. Boston. Sends money from Mr. Everett's account to the MVLA. ER-23, p. 113","A.L.S. Marked \"Private.\" Postmarked December 3, 1858 on envelope. MSS-630a","Draft. Appeal - wishes every person in state registered in MV book of contributors to be kept in Assn. Archives.  Re organization of S.C. Miss C. will appoint Lady Managers for counties, towns and villages, who in turn appoint assistants.  Asks friends to recommend ladies fitted for such work. ER-11, p. 21","Draft. Two letters. The first to an unknown editor of a Philadelphia newspaper. The other brief note is to Mrs. Otis, and may be a copy of a letter from Mrs. Wheeler of Vermont. ER-11, p. 77","Draft. MVLA now needs a treasurer located in Washington.  E. Everett suggests G.W. Riggs has all the qualifications desired to inspire confidence from all parts of U.S.; asks him if he would consider taking on these duties.  (see also p. 91 to p. 92, epitome of letter). ER-4, p. 104","\"Monday, 11.\" Letter meant to be a postscript to another letter. Discusses the work of Miss Hamilton and the New York ladies. Wishes to keep politics and opposing parties out of Mount Vernon business. ER-11, p. 119","A.L. Draft. Miss Cunningham denies herself personal correspondence.  No VR-SC but has contributed nobly without one.  Desires more help, especially from interior and upper counties.  Asks for names of women to enlist in \"MV fund\". (Same letter sent separately to each.) ER-11, p. 31 and ER-11, p. 49","Draft. To Mr. Peters of Philadelphia asking for any assistance to the Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 82","Draft. Mrs. Eyster in Harrisburg, PA. Authorizes her as a pioneer in cause to solicit funds for purchase fund until VR for Pa. is appointed.  Sends her copies of MV Record. ER-11, p. 37","Draft. Appreciation of S.C.'s efforts.  A Book of Registry of subscribers to MV purchase fund to be kept.  Last winter Tenn. Legislature gave as a body, suggests S.C. do same, that its name and efforts may form part of Assn. history. ER-11, p. 33","Draft. \"Yours of February 25 was received….\" ER-11, p. 35","Notes taken on correspondence dated 1858 through 1861. Discusses in part the qualifications necessary for being appointed a Vice Regent. Quotes multiple letters to different parties.","Copy of letter written to unknown recipient. Concerning Mount Vernon's purchase. ER-3, p. 147","Incomplete. A.L.S. Begins on page 3. ER-13, p. 53","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Can she write and circulate an appeal for July 4. ER-426","Small note, \"Miss C is not well enough to sign the card today….\" ER-23, p. 3","A.L. Draft. It is very unfortunate that Miss Harper cannot accept position as Vice Regent at this time. Could she help Miss Cunningham find an appropriate representative for Maryland? A.L. Draft to Mr. Haas of Alexandria on the reverse thanking him for the ambrotype of the bust of Washington and two views of the Tomb. ERL-65","Handwritten copy, probably by Miss Cunningham or her secretary. Colonel Arthur Simpkins to Dr. Gibbs, Mayor of Columbia. Concerning her efforts to engage the help of all mayors in the vicinity to assist with the Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 25","A.L.S. Gives plan for publishing 2 numbers almost in one month and increasing number of papges in order to catch up on all the material they have--sorry she has misinterpreted their motives in the matter--urges her to agree to their plan. ER-D-44","Two letters, A.L.S. with note written on an envelope. One letter includes extract of Samuel Watson's letter to Ann Pamela Cunningham. ER-441","A.L.S. Updates Miss Cunningham on news from Missouri. ER-14, p. 107","A.L.S. \"I'm just in receipt of letter written by Miss Pellett.\" Discusses Missouri updates and article in the newspaper by Mr. Pryor. ER-14, p. 91","A.L.S. Wishes she would visit. ER-14, p. 107","A.L. Sends $15 and appreciation of Mrs. Ritchie's cordial welcome. ER-12, p. 3","A.L.S. State of affairs in Massachusetts where there is much interest in the Mount Vernon cause, \"a determination not to be behind her Southern sisters.\" ER 12, p. 75","Photostat. Mrs. Greenough's acceptance of appointment as Vice Regent for Massachusetts. Negative number 3389.","A.L.S. Sends an engraving of her husband's statue of Washington. Is thinking of having copies made and sold with benefits going to the Association. ER-12, p. 45","A.L.S. Asks why she must report to the Regent and the Record when other VRs do not. Says she must report only the same news over again. Difficulties in her state with answering questions about the security of the Association's business affairs. ER-12, p. 57","A.L.S. J.A. Washington has left MV.  Regent asks VRs their opinion about calling Annual Council, in the absence of any needed legislation to be considered.  All VRs will wish to be present at formal acceptance of MV title.  Suggests Feb 22 or Dec 14 as possible dates for meeting.  All letters re MV will be needed later for records and should be preserved. ER-8, p. 17","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. ER-12, p. 191","A.L. Nashville. Re G.W. Riggs' appointment as Treasurer.  Questions advisability of keeping money in one place unless to accumulate interest.  Has kept a book showing receipts for $2100.  Will correspond zealously with 70 counties.  Working on a Statistical and Political Geography of N. America.  Refers to items sold at Ladies' Fair still causing trouble. ER-10, p. 241","A.L.S. Copy. With typed transcript, notes at bottom by Superintendent Dodge swearing to the authenticity of the letter (1912). Gov. Wise's refusal to recognize Assn. under amended act of incorporation.  New act does not require name of subscribers recorded in book for archives of Va., but old act did.  Asks what Gov Wise means by stating he will claim MV when \"paid for by nation, in trust for Virginia.\" ER-4, p. 125","Handwritten note \"Connecticut 1858, Mrs. Mary Boot Goodrich 1st Vice Regent, It is greatly to be regretted that so few records of Mrs. Goodrich's works in her state are to be found. With great difficulty she raised $5,500 for the Mt. Vernon fund - The following letter from the Regent is one of the earliest responses to Connt. work.\"","A.L. Draft. Refuses to accept Miss Macalester's decision (re raising funds?) and asks for interview on other topics. ER-11, p. 52, 53","Two drafts of same letter. Regrets Everett's inability to deliver Washington lecture in New Orleans. ER-378 and ER-379","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends list of subscribers; collections come in slowly. ER-14, p. 115","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Report on her father's speech to college students.  Mrs. Murat is doing the \"utmost\", but difficult to keep interest active in state. ER-4, p. 253","A.L.S. Cortland Village. Suggests to Lady Managers of region that they write and ask E. Everett to speak in a \"string of appointments.\"  Sat beside E. Everett at Phil., thought his lecture \"cold, retorical,\" but it met with great applause. ER-12, p. 217","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $1500 from Mr. Peabody for Mr. Everett. ER-21, p. 89","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Ritchie thanks her for assuming duties of Lady Manager, sends her a subscription book. MSS-786","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $122.64 from Alicia K. Pendleton--Mr. Devereux is here. ER-21, p. 91","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Poor returns from General Call's lecture make it difficult to plan for Edward Everett's lecture.  Sends $161.39. ER-4, p. 255","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Small amount collected--hopes Mr. Everett will lecture in N.J. to bring about larger donations--sends check for $291.05. ER-8, p. 25","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Knows Mrs. C is \"ready for the Legislature\"; gratified with Del.'s progress, regrets delay and errors in MV Record. ER-17, p. 25","A.L.S. Elizabeth, N.J. List of people who would like to purchase the portrait. ER-8, p. 27","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $72 collected. ER-8, p. 29","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Encloses appeal she has made to people of Wisconsin.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Thinks the Dec. no. MV Record very interesting, makes some corrections in names and sums contributed.  Washington Irving's gift of $500; account of Laura Keene's benefit performance, nets $500.  Mr. Ullman's Festival was a failure but may net $1000. ER-12, p. 219","A.L.S. Charleston. Sends $150 for MV fund.  Asks about funds on hand. ER-14, p. 194","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check for $550 from Roger Williams of R.I. ER-21, p. 93","A.L.S. On \"Office of Godey's Lady's Book\" letterhead with printed terms for special clubs. Sends $469.90 which has been contributed to MV Assn, and also from sale of Washington pictures. ER-13, p. 127","A.L.S. Jackson. Reports on funds collected.  Has recently brought 25 counties, heretofore unrepresented, into the Assn., entire state now covered.  Will invite Edward Everett to speak in Miss. ER-14, p. 83","A.L.S. Cambridge. Will send money as directed, fears Mass. will not reach $10,000.  Commends Mrs. Hale's appointment as VR-NH; thinks Mrs. Cutts, VT., well qualified for VR-Vt.  Asks for directions re subscription books, how much longer to collect subscriptions. ER-12, p. 113","A.L.S. Oxford, Chenango County, N.Y. Re raising funds in her community. ER-12, p. 223","A.L.S. New York. Has rec'd MV Records.  Miss Hamilton hopes to counteract false statements in press re J.A. Washington.  Asks for corrections in MV Record. ER-12, p. 223","A.L.S. Baton Rouge. She is unable to obtain funds in Baton Rouge herself for Mt. Vernon but has zealous helpers--best way to make personal appeals to members of legislature--new Vice-Regent for Ky., Rosa Johnson--will ask aid of Mason in Baton Rouge. ER-380.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 checks totaling $237--Mrs. Morse's check for $101.50--will try to meet her in Philadelphia latter part of month. ER-21, p. 95","A.L.S. Richmond. Re VR- Ill, Mrs. Dodson's work.  Mr. Hite (?), a Virginia application for superintendent; Mrs. Fogg (VR-Tenn) writes re Record; Mrs. Hoffman, Davenport writes of interest in Iowa; Miss Hamilton (NY) asks about tableaux \"The Innocent Child\" and reports difficulties with Academy of Music benefit performance; \"Panorama of China and Australia\" in Richmond not successful financially; have 60 subscription books distributed, sends Record to each worker; sends Regent newspaper clippings; replies to Mrs. Conner; comments on Mrs. Goodrich, a possible article for Enquirer, and a benefactor in California; approves Mrs. Macalester's appointment; begs Regent not to mention resigning to officers. ER-3, p. 193, 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Original letter and handwritten copy. Assures her that he has no intention of selling to another party \"that portion of Mount Vernon to the North of your purchase.\"  States that he has no objection to the erection of a monument by The State of Virginia, and recommends (without naming) a friend to serve as superintendant of Mount Vernon when the Washington family vacates the estate. ER-9, p. 61 and RM-523, ER-4256, 3 p.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-17, p. 24, 25","Typed transcript of letter. Wilmington. Appeal to have North Carolina become more involved, contribute to Mount Vernon. RM-144, PS-2402","A.L.S. Nice, France. Could not bring MV books and papers with her because of duty, etc.  Called on Minister in Paris and left Appeal and Record, and has promise of subscription book placed at embassy.  Will distribute 6 subscription books in Paris.  Hard to interest Americans in Europe in MV.  Goes to Naples next.  [Attached is a newspaper clipping regarding Plymouth Monument] ER-12, p. 115","A.L.S. New York. Sends $100 from Mrs. Sigourney of Hartford whose last contribution was $60.  Is impatient to receive MV record. ER-14, p. 67","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Delaware's subscription books much simpler and less expensive than others.  Regent asks for 1/2 doz. to give to new VRs as samples. ER-17, p. 28","\"Extracts from a letter to Mr. Riggs\"  Mr. Devereux shows his letter to Regent--she thanks him for advice--today Miss C. gave Mr. Devereux an order for $450 for the Record. ER-D-72","Manitowoc. Sends list of contributors and amounts of donations - errors in spelling in list sent before.  Comments on various persons she is choosing for work, but times are hard in Wis.  Comments on Mrs. Mitchell's appointment. ER-10, p. 75","A.L.S. Washington. $25 from Mrs. Fogg and $81 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 97","Draft on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Seeks his interests and oratory in Mt. Vernon cause.  Refers to her Revolutionary ancesters and historical data the judge possesses; fears her own biography may be inaccurately written. ER-11, p. 241","A.L.S. Baltimore. Sends her gift of \"Christian Households\".  Has rec'd some pamphlets inscribed \"With compliments of the Southern Matron.\"  Mrs. Phelps is sister of Emma Willard of Troy Seminary.  Suggests she and her sister might edit a book on Mount Vernon, proceeds to go to MVLA. ER-13, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston. Pressing domestic care and business delay his answering letters.  Contributions come in steadily from Ledger articles and he will try to give recognition to subscriptions of less than $1.  Phil. Engine Co. gives $25.  Comments on VRs' deputies.  Wishes J.A. Washington would give up estate-it would cancel much unfavorable opinion re his terms to MVLA.  Note says he will see her in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 225","A.L.S. Lexington. Declares she thinks they should both have a clear understanding re the appointment of VR-Ky, which she has explained in full to her brother-in-law, Charles Macalester (see p. 78-81). Asking him to forward it to Regent. ER-13, p. 82","A.L.S. Lexington, KY. Writes her brother-in-law Charles of complications developing from having Vice President Breckenridge and Mr. Preston ask her to serve as VR for MV and then read in paper that Regent had appointed Mrs. Johnson. ER-13, p. 78-81","Note referencing two letters from the U.S. Agricultural Society Committee to John Augustine Washington III concerning the sale of Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 19","A.L.S. Milwaukee. She set up her Committee before the letters confirming her appointment as VP were received--Mrs. Hoyt, an acquaintance of A.P.C.'s, is too zealous in the cause \u0026 has perhaps injured the Mt. Vernon movement--they open their campaign for money with a lecture this week--money much scarcer in west than 18 months earlier--encloses letters from Mrs. Hoyt.","A.L.S. Richmond. Rec'd 50 cop. MV Record, needs 20 cop. of Dec. no. and 70- of Jan. when published.  Asks price of Record to VRs.  Pleased with VR-Ill.  Mr. Ogden of Chicago, Phebe Ogden and Mrs. Barry are from her Ogden family.  Wants varied news in Record.  Mrs. Pellet wants money sent acknowledged soon after receipt.  Wants a VR in South Carolina.  Send 'infamous' article from a Rochester paper.  Dr. John Dove give $273 from Missouri and Virginia Lodges. ER-14, p. 29","A.L.S. Rochester, NY. Reports on work with schools.  Asks for 200 Appeals.  Suggests other energetic workers. ER-12, p. 225","A.L.S. Erie. Regarding the Mount Vernon Fund and money raised. ER-D-8","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of subscription books to be used as samples for new VRs. ER-17, p. 29","A.L.S. Difficulties with Mrs. Kennedy explained in Mrs. K.'s letter just received. ER-14, p. 105","A.L.S. Cambridge. Disappointed Masonic Order has not contributed more.  Contributors want to see their names printed in the MV Record. ER-12, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Confidential.  Asks him to recommend VR for Mo. to replace Mrs. Walton who resigned because of ill health.  Mrs. George Collier, sr. has declined; asks about Mary Reyburn. ER-12, p. 104","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks her to send funds to C.H. Parker, Suffolk Savings Bank, Boston, before Jan. 24, but keep subscription books open.  Urges her to further action. ER-12, p. 116","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends correctons for Dec. Record--will take measures with Masonic lodges. ER-5, p. 1-H","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $273.10 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 99","Philadelphia. Send \"monies\" to Regent which will be properly transferred.  \"Record\" not yet self-sustaining nor adequate to demands made on it.  Requests from Virginia Archives, names from Tenn. and N.C. and names from Ga. Sent to Miss Eve. ER-1, p. 111","A.L.S. Woodbury. Gives an entertainment in her mother's home and raises $66 for MV Assn; farmers send the ingredients for the refreshments as their share.  Hopes for a notice in Record. ER-14, p. 67","A.L.S. New York. Report for the Record, giving names of Lady Managers in various counties; gratifying response from Appeals to Masonic Lodges, militia,and young people.  Transportation companies carry MV bundles free of charge.  Asks to publish this report in Conn. papers. ER-4, p. 61","A.L.S. Geneva. Reports her efforts, finds much opposition to high price asked by J.A. Washington, and to giving to this enterprise when so many people are suffering for necessities.  The government should have acted in this matter many years ago. ER-12, p. 231","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks for more corrections in MV Record.  Approves putting by some money from purchase fund.  Reports on work in various counties. ER-12, p. 231","A.L.S. Reports another $100 from Mrs. Sigourney.  As soon as Regent approves Conn. Report will publish it in all county papers.  Is impatient for appearance of next issue of MV Record. ER-4, p. 55","Dover. Newspaper clipping--success of collections in Delaware, but appeal for more funds. ER-17, p. 30","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re the unfortunate affair in having his sister-in-law asked to be VR-Ky and then having Mrs. Johnson appointed.  Suggests ways of smoothing out the affair (see p. 78-82). ER-13, p. 83","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $194.40 from Geo. Yerger--Mr. Everett to be in Phila. This week--pressing business prevents his going to Phila. now. ER-21, p. 101","A.L. Incomplete. Schenectady, NY. Unknown author, probably a lady manager. Has sent in subscription books for her region, has 38 managers engaged. ER-12, p. 233","A.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Regarding her appointment as lady manager. ER-12, p. 226","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regents finds Pennsylvania difficult to organize.  Declares herself only \"a private Asst.\" as Miss Johnson is private sec. to the Regent.  Regent rec'd Mrs. C's letter re portraits by Mr. Butler, of whom she has not heard. ER-17, p. 31","A.L. Draft. Asks for interview, re VR-Pa; wants to make appointment while Edward Everett is there. ER-11, p. 51","A.L.S. New York. Sends many lists for Record.  Mrs. A.C. Paige sends in $912 for \"Schenectada.\" ER-12, p. 235","A.L.S. Sends $100 for MV fund.  (Letter signed by W.W. Brown, H.A. Prescott, F.J. Sheldon of Committee) ER-13, p. 8","A.L.S. Peterboro. (Peterborough?) Print letter of appeal regarding Frederick Douglass with personal letter to Mary Morris Hamilton handwritten on continuing page.Thinks purchase price of MV too high, is opposed to slavery and MV is not free from it. ER-12, p. 287","A.L.S. New York. Finds little interest in her community, reports various methods of arousing interest, has collected $50. ER-12, p. 227","A.L.S. Erie, NY. Reports on work started - $300 already subscribed. ER-13, p. 131","A.L.S. New York. Sends $30.65 from Hartford High School to be listed in MV Record. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. Sends note for next Record. ER-13, p. 8","A.L.S. Washington. Regarding money received. ER-21, p. 103","A.L.S. New York. Thinks Regent needs 2 secretaries.  Sorry Appeals from Kentucky and Wisconsin were omitted from Mount Vernon Record.  Re failure of Mr. Ullman's festival.  Cooperation of New York City press.  Opposition is better not answered, regrets feeling against John Augustine Washington, best to meet it with extracts from his letters.  Some Lady Managers make house to house calls. ER-12, p. 235","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Everett arrives, wants to adjust her duties and salary as Secretary.  States terms under which she will work, nine hours social freedom at other times, $500 a year, plus board, laundry, traveling expenses. Gives other details; otherwise she will resign. ER-13, p. 52","A.L.S. During his wife's illness, has carried on work, has 9 subscriptions in circulation, 5 more to start.  Has encountered some difficulties, definite opposition because price is too high, slavery, politics, etc. ER-12, p. 237","A.L.S. Albany, NY. Finds prejudice against MV plan.  Work progresses slowly. ER-12, p. 229","A.L.S. Yonkers, NY. Returning subscription book. Having a hard time persuading people to contribute, buy portraits. ER-12, p. 229","A.L.S. Palmyra. Re works in his region, and opposition of press. ER-12, p. 221","A.L.S. Washington. Received from her $1018.26--unable to leave here now.  ER-21, p. 105","A.L.S. Lake Providence. Sends $5. and list of names--desires portrait of G. Washington--will send money from other solicitors as soon as received. ER-381","A.L.S. Saratoga. Reports progress is slow but sure, will start work with schools soon. ER-12, p. 241","A.L.S. Erie. Reports progress is slow but sure, will start work with schools soon. ER-13, p. 135","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Reports funds received from various Managers, will distribute 24 copies of Record; General Call zealous and will speak June 14th at Masonic celebration. ER-4, p. 275","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. The \"Uhlman\" festival netted $1000, but is not sure that it was a wise procedure.  Country districts responding well.  Treasurer Riggs has rec'd $100,000, paid J.A. Washington $85,000, next payment due Jan 1860. ER-12, p. 241","A.L. Draft. Regrets he is unable to serve MV cause. ER-11, p. 56","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks her to note Rule printed on p. 38, Nov. no. of MV Record, re names to be published.  Mass list in Jan. no. to be regretted. ER-17, p. 31","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Difficulties in getting work started in Trenton.  Collects $79 from Mrs. Phillips). ER-8, p. 29","Washington. Will pay Mr. Washington's agents $5000--will make another $5000 payment as soon as draft for $6500 is collected from Mr. C. H. Parker, Boston. ER-21, p. 107","A.L.S. Washington. Paid today $5000 to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 109","A.L. Last half page with signature clipped away. Philadelphia. Problem of publishing names of $1.00 subscribers with limited space in Record.  Miss Nisbet will edit list under Regent's direction.  School children often give 3 or 5 cents. ER-1, p. 113","A.L.S. Woodbury, CT. Itemized statement of $860 sent to MV fund. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Richmond. Confidential. Gov. Wise refuses to give Secretary Pellet list of subscribers' names - and Mr. Mumford's report on reasons for refusal - new constitution not recognized by Gov.  Mr. Macfarland pays Mr. Riggs $65 for interest due on Savannah bonds. ER-3, p. 175","A.L.S. Cooperstown. Has had meagre success, even in schools. ER-12, p. 247","A.L.S. New York. Re his address, The History and Character of Washington, and the American Revolution and its Effect in Great Britain ad France 1775-1799.  Peter Cooper gives use of Institute's Assembly Hall.  Refers to insult to G/W's name by French Imperial Government last July 4. ER-12, p. 251","A.L.S. Washington. Received 3 checks totaling $625--$5000 to be paid to Mr. Washington today--will probably make another payment on Monday. ER-21, p. 111","A.L.S. Springfield. Injury keeps him from enlisting in MV cause, but will try to stir up enthusiasm.  Does not plan to publish anything on Cunningham family. ER-10, p. 81-","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Acknowledges receipt of letters, approves of unnamed plans sent. ER-12, p. 249","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of checks amounting to $1926 and deposit slip for $50--received from Mrs. Ritchie a check for $247.31--press of business prevents his writing to her regarding to matter in her private letter. ER-21, p. 113","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $500, hopes to increase it soon, wonder how the Regent sustains herself when \"state\" discouragements alone weigh down on a VR so heavily.  Asks about portraits wanted in one community. ER-8, p. 31","A.L.S. Washington. $500 check from New Jersey. ER-21, p. 115","A.L.S. New York. Refers to his public address and asks for some official representation of Assn. ER-12, p. 249","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $600 - has Regent's acknowledgement of 2 checks, $500 each. ER-8, p. 33","A.L.S. Washington. Returns $30 for endorsement--will advise Mr. Washington to call for $10,000. ER-21, p. 117","A.L.S. Williamsburgh, New York. Other names for E. Vale Smith are Euphemia Vale Blake, or E. Vale Blake. Writing a child's story for her son entitled St. George of America, the Eighth Champion of Christendom, and offers to give half proceeds to Mount Vernon. If Association will arrange for publication as reference to her writing ability gives names of prominent writers and editors. ER-12, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington. Received $500 from Ohio--hopes to advise her tomorrow of $10,000 to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Macalester is as good a choice for VR as can be made. ER-13, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. $5000 paid on next bond is duly credited.  Does not want to go to Philadelphia unless necessity requires it.  Mrs. Lee, Arlington, writes that Mrs. Lorenzo Lewis wishes to give Nelly Custis' harpsichord to MVLA. ER-9, p. 61","A.L.S. Albany. Sent $151.12--has met with most cordial reception among laboring classes, and press. ER-12, p. 255","A.L.S. with typed transcript. Richmond. Receives Appeals.  Mrs. Eve's \"sublime letter\" enclosed proving first assn. was started in Ga. which Mrs. R. did not know, regrets deeply her published statement that Virginia was first state to act. ER-3, p. 197","A.L.S. Has declined another appointment which might conflict with his assistance to MVLA.","A.L.S. Washington. Act of incorporation of Association prohibits her negotiating for an advance of money by pledging the property as security--Mr. Washington's agent hasn't called for $10,000 payment. ER-21, p. 121","Photostat. Boston. Desires to know his views on borrowing money to consumate purchase of Mt. Vernon on the 22nd--he himself doesn't think it a good idea.  ER-508","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of 3 checks for $70, $132.81, and $30.66. ER-21, p. 123","A.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Washington $10,000 today. ER-21, p. 125","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Re Mrs. Barry, report from Mrs. Mitchell, general progress. ER-12, p. 118","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Everett seems averse to her borrowing money--hopes she will make payment on Feb. 22 as large as possible and complete purchase when she has the money. ER-21, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington. Has 3 checks she sent, amounting to $815. ER-21, p. 129","Two photostat copies and typed transcript. Chicago. Asks his permission to add his name as member of Board of Counsellors in state organization [Encloses a copy of act of Incorporation] Original copy at Library of Cognress, microfilm in the Illinois State Library. PS-81, TYP-324","Original A.L.S. with handwritten copy and photostat. New York. Adds to his gift of $50, another $1000 in memory of his grandfather, Capt. Nathan Coffin, a patriot of the Revolution.  ER-12, p. 256 and ER-12, p. 242","A.L.S. Individually is willing to cooperate with Mount Vernon movement but doubts expediency of official action unless it is general throughout land.  Feb.22 appropriate date for \"united effort toward purchase of Mount Vernon.\" ER-13, p.139","A.L.S. New York. Sends $509.50 from various banks. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Received from her 2 checks totaling $1014--has now on hand $2300, \u0026 hopes to pay Mr. Washington  more soon. ER-21, p. 131","A.L.S. North Hartland. Accepts honor offered--appointment as VR-Vt.  Will proceed to organize state promptly, to enlist interest of Vermont's distinguished sons and the Masonic Order.  Is already selecting Lady Managers. ER-11, p. 228","A.L.S. Boston. Everett writes to \"my dear friend,\" probably G.W. Riggs re consummation payment to John Augustine Washington.  Fears expected contributions will be disappointing.  Delays in receipts from orations he has given.  Brooklyn receipts may be $1000.  Has rec'd $1000 from Ledger contributions.  New York oration delayed by Everett's illness. ER-9, p. 227","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $300.  Will send out Appeal. ER-8, p. 35","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Sent Appeal to principal papers in Boston, throughout state, 22 in all, due to death of 3 prominent persons had to postpone theatricals.  Mrs. Otis getting up a Great Ball.  Realizes great undercurrent of feeling re slavery, and proceeds with caution.  Thinks Mass. may raise $15,000.  Mrs. Greenough in Genoa en route to Naples.  Tells of her detailed way of keeping track of affairs for VR. ER-12, p. 118","A.L.S. Duplicate. Offers to speak Feb. 22 for Mount Vernon if Everett's health does not permit him to keep appointment. ER-12, p. 251","A.L.S. Granville. Eager to have E. Everett give his lecture in their county. ER-12, p. 257","Multi-page A.L.S. with photocopy. Brooks lays out his ideas and concepts for improvements to Mount Vernon and how to make it a shrine with monuments, memorials, a \"Triumphal Arch,\" etc. Also suggests removing the outbuildings as they were the \"abodes of menials, or subsidiary to animals existence, awakening no inventive to preserve a mere materiality, that could hold no relation to the ideal.\" RM-478, ER-3917","A.L.S. Washington. Receives check for $294.48 from officers of the Navy Yard, Brooklyn. ER-21, p. 133","A.L.S. Philadelphia. According to Constitution, it isn't necessary to call a meetng before 12th of March--will defer calling of meeting. ER-382","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re sending in money, Mrs. Otis' Ball, asks for information on J.A. Washington's terms.  Commends VRs, N.H. and Vt., asks for 20 Records each month.  Asks about what Regent expects Mass. to give. ER-12, p. 119","A.L.S. New York. National Guard benefit--as official organization, not allowed to give, but Appeal distributed among them and may give individually. ER-12, p. 259","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Forwards $500 - E. Everett's help in state acknowledged. ER-8, p. 37","A.L.S. House of Representatives, Missouri. Mo. Legislature has appropriated $2000 for MVLA's effort to purchase G/W home and Tomb.  Thinks other States will follow Mo.'s example.  Commends Assn.'s work. ER-10, p. 79","A.L.S. Tangipahoa Depot, Louisiana. Sends $10 collected for Mount Vernon fund. ER-383","A.L.S. New York. Will try to send in any more money she gets before the 22nd. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks totaling $1046.58--received from Mr. Peabody in Boston $2000; $50 from Gen. George Mason Graham of La.; and $35 from Gen. George Mason Long of La.--has written Mr. Washington regarding making another payment. ER-21, p. 135","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Check for $700. Cause becoming popular and some prejudices against Association are being overcome. Mrs. Hoyt continues to make the cause unpopular in certain quarters. Hopes whole $200,000 will be paid this year.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $394.75 from Mrs. Ritchie and $272.36 and $1652.80 fro Miss Cunningham. Has drawn on Mr. Parker for $1135.35, will make as large a payment as possible to Mr. Washington by the 22nd. ER-21, p. 137","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Jefferson City. Missouri legislature has pased bill appropriating $2000 to Mt. Vernon fund--hopes other states follow example. ER-10, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports Pennsylvania progress under Miss Lily Macalester; large subscriptions to date from Mass. and N.Y.; $20,000 of the needed $25,000 now in GW. Riggs' hands. ER-1, p. 115","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Receipt written by Ann Pamela Cunningham on one side with letter to Mrs. Little on the reverse. Rec'd check for $1000 to be used on Feb. 22 installment; also one for $389.20 receipted by Regent. ER-19, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts Vice Regency for Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 56","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Re date for calling annual meeting (cites Article 20 of Constitution), as VRs are needed in their own states for raising funds, no urgent business until purchase is made, Regent defers calling Grand Council until Assn takes possession of Estate (in year 1859). ER-17, p. 34","A.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Festival with tableaux planned, publicity arranged. ER-12, p. 261","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Formally acknowledging her acceptance of position. MVLA is a legal body and must make all appointments official. Will forward list of interested persons in her state. ER-4269 RM-576","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Appeal remains unacted upon, some influence needed to bring cause up for consideration; writer no longer active officer, but will give his aid and thinks Grand Lodge of City the most like to take action. ER-13, p. 141","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $1200 from F.H. Peabody of Boston, also from her checks for $652.51 and $1389.20. Will make payment on the 22nd. Error in appeal in Washington paper. ER-21, p. 139","A.L.S. Bellevue, FL. Last Appeal came too late for publication in Sentinel.  Is busy with a festival in a small village where a nephew of General Call will speak. ER-4, p. 257","A.L.S. Collects only 50 cents, gift of two boys. ER-12, p. 258","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. She has the authority to appoint Lady Managers. She will responsible for all fundraising activities in Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 124.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Quotes art.10 of Constitution re meetings.  Decides to defer calling Council until MVLA takes possession of Estate. ER-11, p. 63","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid today to Mr. Washington $18,712.78, thus paying Bond due in 1860, with interest due. ER-21, p. 141","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Wants all possible information on regulations governing association and on present successes of effort before bringing up subject of appropriations before Senate. ER-5, p. 1","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Printed Appeal to the people of … with a short note accompanying it. ER-13, p. 56-57","A.L.S. Congratulates her on her appeal in today's newspaper. ER-5, p. 1-L","A.L.S. Washington. Received $255.83 from Mrs. Hoyt of Madison, Wisconsin, proceeds from Mt. Vernon Festival there--$1000 from Mrs. Eve, from Mt. Vernon Fair--checks for $132--has $13,000 and shall pay today at least $15,000. ER-21, p. 143","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid today $15,000 to John A. Washington. ER-21, p. 145","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Quotes Constitution (which became law on passage of Act of Incorporation on Mar 12, 1856 and its formal acceptance by VRs) on calling Council.  Will defer meeting until Assn takes possession of Estate provided this is during 1859. ER-19, p. 51, 53, 55","A.L.S. Difficulties in raising funds, slavery problem hinders. ER-12, p. 265","A.L.S. Washington. Received her telegram that $700 will come--also Miss Hamilton's that $13,000 will come tomorrow--payment of yesterday increased $3712.78 to pay bond in full--will make another payment tomorrow or next day--expects $1000 from Chicago. ER-21, p. 147","A.L.S. Washington. Amount paid yesterday completes payment of Bond due in 1860 of $41,666.66 with interest due--encloses statement. ER-12, p. 149","A.L.S. dated first on February 23 and continued later on April 4. Havana. Raising MV funds difficult, local taxes are high, opposition to purchase price of MV in general. When writing on April, reports she has received positive feedback from an interested party and has forwarded the subscription book back with updates. Says more can be done next winter and she will try again then. ER-12, p. 263","A.L.S. New York. Reports Mrs. Sigourney's gift of $100. ER-4, p. 55","A.L.S. Boston. Reports Mrs. Sigourney's gift of $100. ER-9, p. 229","A.L.S. Masonic Hall, Philadelphia. Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania is unable to contribute to MV Assn because of its present heavy indebtedness. ER-13, p. 143","A.L. Draft by Christie Johnson on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Philadelphia. Pleased she accepts vice-regency. ER-11, p. 54","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $13,000 from Miss Hamilton--also $700, $660, and $1000 from Miss C.--he advanced $6000 to payment on Feb. 22--todays receipts enable him to pay Mr. Washington another $10,000. ER-21, p. 151","A.L.S. Washington. Received $66 from Masons in District of Columbia. ER-21, p. 153","A.L.S. New York. Sends itemized statement of expenses and receipts for lecture at Cooper Institute Feb 21--net profit of $5.00. ER-12, p. 264","A.L.S. New York. Wrote her informally on action of his military company and asks letter should not be filed.  Contributions to MV funds have been generous. ER-12, p. 269","A.L.S. and typed transcript. Richmond. Sends Mr. Riggs $650 collected in state; wishes information about VR for Pennsylvania for publication; Dr. Dove wants VR-Ga to reach Grand Master of Masonic Lodge; suggestion for furthering work with other Masonic Lodges; suggestion for VR in Oregon; expresses admiration for Mrs. Eve; first Grand Council called after taking possession of MV; urges Regent to consider carefully the future and seek counsel wisely; difficulties with Savannah group. ER-3, p. 199","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Ritchie checks totaling $655.36--also $242 from Miss C. ER-21, p. 155","A.L.S. and handwritten copy. Dover. Reports subscriptions of $2050; subscriptions to Record, sales of portraits.  State was organized Nov 20 - amount raised mainly through $1 contributions. ER-3, p. 177 and ER-17, p. 33","Draft. Pleased with her acceptance of Vice Regent of Pennsylvania. ER-11, p. 77","A.L.S. New Orleans. Sends money from sales of Washington portraits. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. Blakely. Authorization for Riggs to pay $15,000 to Burke and Herbert Bank toward bond of the MVLA. ER-23, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent so appreciative of Mrs. Comegys' progress; checks should go directly to G.W. Riggs who is preparing for another payment.  Everyone appreciates Miss Macalester's appointment. ER-17, p. 35","Typed transcript. Original document at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History. A.L.S. Chapel Hill. Mr. Miller's lecture was very successful, encloses check with profits. RM-144, PS-2400","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Acknowledges Miss H.'s note of commendation for her MV efforts. ER-12, p. 261","A.L.S. Dover. Gives name of Mrs. Handy of Philadelphia as possible helper for Mount Vernon. Welcomes her to their ranks. ER-5, p. 211","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $425 from Mrs. Ritchie--has just paid $10,000 to Mr. Washington's agent. ER-21, p. 157","A.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Washington $10,000 today. ER-21, p. 159","A.L.S. Washington. Short description of visit to MV, and suggestion for raising funds. ER-12, p. 263","A.L.S. Wrote to Pres. of Senate and Speaker of House in Mo. which resulted in State appropriation of $2,000, and will continue efforts in State to raise funds and find a suitable successor to Mrs. Walton. ER-10, p. 61","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Many apathetic, few enthusiastic, account of how school contributed in small sums, $32.54--fine moral effect on children, hopes to be able to raise $2000, gives details of her work. ER-12, p. 271","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re plans for raising funds, has more than $100 in response to Appeal.  Bill for $2000 introduced into State Senate. ER-13, p. 58-59","A.L.S. Senate, Harrisburg. Congratulations on appointment as VR--intends to support measure for state appropriation of money to Mt. Vernon, but desires information on aims and condition of Association. ER-5, p. 1-L","A.L. Draft, not complete. Appeal through Mr. Fourney.  Cites how Assn. met terms of purchase contract signed April 1858, when $18,000 was paid.  1st installment due Dec.2, 1858, paid Jan.1., 1859, $57,000; 2nd installment due Feb.22, 1860 already paid $25,000.  $15,000 now invested a 6%; large sums collected in various states.  Expects $150,000 to be paid J.A.W. on Feb 22, 1859, leaving balance on purchase price $50,000 to be raised.  Lists various types of people contributing. ER-11, p. 71","A.L.S. and photostat of copy. Boston. Remits to Mr. Riggs $11,000 for Mount Vernon fund -- this brings to $60,893 amount forwarded to Mr. Riggs -- this is virtually all on hand except small amount due him for a \"Washington\" lecture. ER-9, p. 231 and ER-509 (photostat)","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Writes to inform her of Missouri legislature's appropriation of $2000 to Mt. Vernon fund -- since dealth of her husband, has been unable to spend any effort on Mt. Vernon -- consideration of someone to succeed her [as VR]. ER-14, p. 107","Handwritten copy. Letter by Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Has raised $1000, festival a success. Gives a spy story handed down in her family from Revolutionary days. ER-12, p. 273","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Christie Johnson is quite ill. Will send nos. of Record desired. MV Record suitable for binding. Suggests family subscription of $1.00 so name may be printed and handed down in family records. G.W.Riggs paid $10,000 making more than $28,712 paid since Fe.22. VR-NY will send $5500. Had G/W's Birthday been one month later, funds would have been ready. Wants accts of Feb. 22nd celebration for MV Record. Desires MV paid for and possession taken before Regent's birthday, Aug.15, or should it be E.Everett's birthday or Mary Ball's? ER-17, p. 36","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in the writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Asks for report in connection with Feb. 22, showing subscriptions, newspaper clipings which could be used in MV Record or for other purposes. ER-11, p. 78","A.L.S. Anna Cutts, private secretary pro tem. North Hartland, Vermont. Rec'd documents for VR. Appeals already sent to leading newspapers, will correct errors as directed. ER-11, p. 228","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Acknowledgement of adjustment of $913.27 for three Everett lectures sent to Regent which is now in G.W. Riggs' hands for \"Auxiliary MV Fund\". ER-8, p. 7","A.L.S. Washington. Received from her check for $616. ER-21, p. 161","A.L.S. Washington. Paid to John A. Washington's agents $5000 today. ER-21, p. 163","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $5500 from Miss Hamilton -- also two checks for $80 from Miss. C. -- shall at once pay Mr. Washington another 45000. ER-21, p. 165","A.L.S. New Orleans, LA. Solicits her as a patron for their \"national picture of 'Washington and his Generals' \". ER-384","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes items on celebrations of Feb. 22 for the Record. The $13,000 from N.Y. is included in $28,000 paid John A. Washington. ER-11, p. 78","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $110 from Mrs. Fogg, contributed by Nashville Free School, etc. ER-21, p. 167","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Devereux sent 50 cop. of Feb. Record. Regent wants all Del's lists. All material to be sent since MV demands on him have become too great, to Regent who will prepare printing for Devereux. Chicago's grand fete Feb. 22 yields $1000, Augusta Fair, $1200-. Payments soon to be $149,000 to John A. Washington, purchase and interest. E. Everett advanced $11,000. ER-17, p. 37","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Difficulty of keeping list of names of contributors accurately - unfamiliar names and illegible writing. ER-8, p. 39","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends $12 for 12 portraits from Mrs. C.W. Murat of Tallahassee, Fla.; will send draft for \"portrait money\" soon. ER-16, p. 260","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Expressed copies of last Record. Comments on legislators that enroll as members. Some in Illinois refuse. ER-1, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Keep portrait money separate from contributions, because it is credited as Messrs. Devereaux's donation -- percentage of money from portraits that goes to Mr. Vernon --suggestions for organizing in La. to give impetus to contributions -- Northern \u0026 western states doing much better than South in donations -- suggests hiring a secretary to write personal letters to people instead of a printed appeal. ER-385","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $160 from Miss Johnson -- also $11,000 from Mr. F.H. Peabody of Boston -- will notify Mr. Washington he wants to make another payment. ER-21, p. 169","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Reports again on amount sent from various lectures by E.Everett. Reports 2 Birthday celebrations, and a bishop's address to be printed for benefit of MV has excellent press notices. Explains her accounts and money sent. Note written on page, \"Forwarded to Regent $4,5 25.81, E.Everett lectures $913.27, total amount $5439.08.\" ER-8, p. 41","A.L.S. Washington. $237.25 received from Mrs. Richie. ER-21, p. 171","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wants entire list of Masonic Order to be published in MV Record. Sec. to have short leave for rest. Regrets MV Records have not yet reached Mrs. C. \"Entire legistlature of Del. has taken part in purchase of MV\". ER-17, p. 39","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Sends $150 but fears collections will be slower in future. Waiting for reports from various towns before she can complete state report. Reports again sums sent to Regent and to E.Everett. Sends list of donors and amounts from Newark. ER-8, p. 43","A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses draft for $104 rec'd on account of Washington portraits. ER-16, p. 261","Typed transcript. Original at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History. Received check, very greatful. RM-144, PS-2401","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $105 -- awaiting authority from Mr. Washington to make payment -- Mrs. Kennedy to procure check on N.Y., Phila. or baltimore to lessen loss by exchange. ER-21, p. 175","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Subscribers list sent with check -- Managers anxious to get their \"Records\" -- small subscription lists coming in.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re contributions, rivalry between Mrs. Chace and Mrs. Otis in raising fund. Effect of announcement of purchase on raising contributions. ER-12, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. C. for her suggestions and cooperation. ER-17, p. 44","A.L.S. Boston. 2500 visitors called at Mrs.O's home on Feb. 22. After 10 yrs. succeeded in making G/W's birthday a public and legal festival, 1st state to take such action. Gov.Gardner signed Bill. Reports Mar. 4th Ball at Theatre preceded by Levee at her home, and press and public are enthusiastic. ER-12, p. 103","A.L. St. King. Most likely a copy in the writing of a secretary. ER-12, p. 273","A.L.S. Washington. Sends another official letter dated Feb. 22, to announce payment -- hopes to make another payment soon. ER-21, p. 175","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Comment on Delaware's fine work. N.Y. 7th regiment gives $2000. Trying to get returns to report raising $50,000 since 22nd: paid off 3rd installment of $41,666.66 due in '61 with interest. ER-1, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on success - will try to have each subscriber's name printed in the Record. Future is \"as plain to Regent as handwriting on the wall,\" so could not doubt. ER-11, p. 79","A.L.S. probably a copy in Cunningham's writing. Private. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 119","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid to Mr. Washington today $10,000. ER-21, p. 179","A.L.S. Washington. Has authority to make payment of $10,000 at once -- will seek permission to pay $5000 more at once -- $1200 from Mr. Parker of Boston. ER-21, p. 177","A.L.S. West Point. West Point cadets will contribute about $500, sent in by Capt. Delafield to Regent. Cites inaccuracies in M.V. Record. ER-12, p. 274","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid Mr. Washington's agent today $5000. ER-21, p. 181","A.L.S. Washington. Has checks for $575.50 from Delaware, $500 from Illinois, and 2 checks from Miss C. amounting to $290 -- has paid Mr. Washington today $5000 -- Mr. Washington gives authority to agent to receive payments as they are offered -- $30,000 paid on account of bond -- correcting error of $909.27 in N.J. remittance. ER-21, p. 183","A.L.S. New York. Sends contributions and lists prospects. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Boston. Sorry he has not answered her previous letters. Discusses payments and recent money raised by lectures. Thinks highly of Miss Hamilton who is \"indefatigable.\" The ball in Boston went well, mostly because of Mrs. Otis' efforts. ER-9, p. 233","A.L.S. Clinton, Louisiana. Regrets apathy to Mt. Vernon cause -- hopes she can prevail on Mr. Everett to deliver orations in South and West -- next year prior to Feb. 22 would be best time -- work done in wards of his parish -- sends $10 for copy of \"Tribute to the Mount Vernon Fund,\" dedicated to Mr. Everett. ER-386","A.L.S. Washington. Checks received, amounting to $1022 -- hopes to complete payment of 3rd installment soon. ER-21, p. 185","A.L.S. Jefferson City, Missouri. Re portrait of G/W he was commissioned to paint for Missouri Capitol at time the State appropriated $2000 for MV fund. ER-10, p. 83","A.L.S. Lends copy of Ladies Shopping Guide, 25c. Offers 400 copies as a gift. ER-13, p. 145","A.L.S. New York. Sends $18.30. ER-14, p. 71","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Mr. Riggs $441.25 including Dr. Dove's contribution.  Difficulties in crediting Masonic contributions. ER-36, p. 203","A.L.S. Washington. $1000 FROM Mrs. Sarah King Hale of New Hampshire--also, from Mrs. Ritchie, $441.25--expects proceeds from Ball in Boston. ER-21, p. 187","A.L.S. with enclosed news clipping. Providence. Devereux sent engravings for sale at MV festival, too late.  Took in over $1000 at Festival and will clear $800.  News clipping gives information about the festival. ER-13, p. 9","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re sketches being made of house and grounds.  Because of so many inaccurate engravings of MV published in N.Y., Regent asks J.A.W. to allow no sketch or drawing to be made in future without her consent.  Wishes illustrations to be competently done and exclusively for publication Assn. designated. ER-9, p. 63","A.L.S. Manitowoc. His sentiments on efforts to purchase Mt. Vernon--believes unity of their purpose will help allay sectionalism in country.  Post script on small piece of paper states that Masons in the state will act on subject of support for Mt. Vernon.  (Envelope dated Mar. 14, 1859 and addressed to Philadelphia, Penn.)","A.L.S. Boston. Private. East Brooklyn oration may yield $500, one on 4th made $1400, skating club gives $100, etc.  Hopes to send $2000 shortly.  Commends N.Y. contributors. ER-9, p. 235","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. (Hopkinson is secretary to VR of Massachusetts). Re collecting funds to send to G.W. Riggs.  Wrote 19 letters in one day to ascertain amount Mass. has raised.  Wonders about effect of publishing purchase of MV on future contributions.  Mrs. Otis raises $4000.  Mrs. Otis insists she was appointed VR before Mrs. Greenough. ER-12, p. 119","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Floridians not patriotic enough to celebrate Feb. 22.  Will send $50 to G.W. Riggs as directed.  Reports on village festival.  Floridians getting luke warm and she will probably not raise more than $2000 in state. ER-4, p. 259","A.L.S. Washington. Printers of Washington send contribution. ER-21, p. 189","A.L.S. Sends Republican's article on MV, also plans for E. Everett's oration in Saint Louis.  Sure of success now that John A. Washington agrees to sell. ER-14, p. 105","A.L.S. Alexandria. Sends her Devereux and Co. letter re reproductions of MV.  J.A.W. has always allowed anyone who wished to sketch MV.  Asks that Regent instruct him on this subject, so that he may act accordingly and give authority for such action. ER-9, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks for $1105--received $122 from Printers of Washington--hopes to pay balance on 1861 bond soon. ER-21, p. 191","A.L.S. She is almost well. Chides APC for her carelessness of her health. A printed appeal to the state of Pennsylvania. is included, dated Feb. 22, 1859. ER-5, p. 1-K","A.L.S. Alexandria. Has asked Regent to instruct him re reproductions of MV to be made in future. ER-9, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. $910.10 from Iowa--needs $9000 more to complete 3rd installment--will make a payment of $5000 if no more comes in. ER-21, p. 193","A.L.S. McMakin on behalf of Cunningham. Apologizes for misunderstanding in the matter of Mr. Devereux, an artist who Miss Cunningham had encouraged to do illustrations of Mount Vernon at about the same time as Lossing.  Miss Cunningham asks Washington's forgiveness for some unspecified breach of etiquette on the part of one \"who\" has not that acquaintance with polished society. RM-523, ER-4260, 4 p.","New Orleans. Money for Washington Portraits--difficulty of collecting anything in La.--no interest among French \u0026 Spanish \u0026 Yankee merchants  \u0026 speculators--flood of Mississippi River did much damage--much ridicule of cause--statement of moneys spent and received--has no secretary, to save expenses--refuses to do anything to promote the cause which she is sure would bring ridicule or failure to it--no men in state offer assistance--has enlisted services of Henry Marston. ER-387","A.L.S. Makes payment of $5000 on bond due in 1861--$6,666.66 more due on it, plus interest--goes to N. York for several days--if money comes in during his absence, someone in charge will make final payment. ER-21, p. 195","A.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 today. ER-21, p. 197","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Sends Mrs. Otis' unique effusion, but she did raise $4000 at Ball.  Sorry Regent couldn't make payment she wanted to.  Col. Sylvanus Thayer sent $100. ER-12, p. 117","A.L. Copy. Galveston. Feels much can be accomplished in Texas if a responsible, energetic person is appointed--recommends her aunt, Miss Nancy Watrous [enclosed in letter from C. Johnson to M.S. Morse, April 18, 1859]. ER-436","Photostat. Boston. A mistake in amount of funds credited to his orations in New Jersey. ER-510","A.L.S. North Hartland, Vermont. Re organization of work in state.  Send Regent's Appeal and statement of appointment of VR-Vt to editors; have had tardy response in some cases.  Gives various details of her work. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. New York. John Walker of Waverly Magazine. Offers to give his lecture \"The Age We Live In\" any place the Assn. designates. ER-10, p. 84","Concerning agreement of books.  Reports proceeds from three orations in N.J. is $913.27. ER-23, p. 123","A.L.S. Boston. Reports Boston Ball a success, has not yet received proceeds.  Thinks it will be impossible to raise a dollar after estate is paid for; if last payment is deferred, it will aid needed restoration fund. ER-12, p. 129","A.L.S. New York. Received $1000 from Rhode Island and $2500 from F. H. Peabody--his partner will credit funds and make payment in his absence. ER-21, p. 199","A.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 today on bond. ER-21, p. 201","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Written by Mary McMakin on Cunningham's behalf. Miss C's father 'hopelessly ill\"; Christie Johnson away temporarily; \"Record\" publication delayed, waiting to announce payment and date re it; expect $4000 from Boston Ball. ER-1, p. 121","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Newark donors for publication in Record. ER-8, p. 45","A.L. Thought to be written by Mary Chesnut, a future Vice Regent. Near Camden, South Carolina. Forwards a handwritten account of a reception at Trenton in 1789 and a song \"Ode, Song at Trenton\" by an 84 year old woman who claims to have been an acquaintance of Washington. She also sends a donation.   ER-3, p. 202 and 204","A.L.S. Greenwich. Answering a letter on behalf of her mother, Mary B. Gibbs, an abolitionist whose house was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Says her mother does not sympathize with cause of Mount Vernon, and she will remain focused on the abolition of slavery. Declines appointment as Lady Manager. ER-12, p. 275","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks for copies of Constitution, return of Mrs. Otis' letter, and commends Mass. Managers. ER-12, p. 119","A.L. in writing of Hamilton's secretary, E.J.M. Note of thanks to Walker for agreement to give four lectures on \"The Age We Live In\" for the MVLA.  Terms of the agreement made clear.","A.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Cinton. Buffalo. Feelings against any newspaper notices.","A.L.S. Washington. Received $5000 from Miss Hamilton and paid off balance of bond for $41,666.67 due Feb 22, 1861, with interest. ER-21, p. 205","A.L.S. New York. Discusses cost to pay off bond. ER-21, p. 203","A.L.S. Washington. Paid balance due on bond, payment being $3979.73. ER-21, p. 207","Telegram. The Magnetic Telegraph Company. Washington. Receipt of $5000 from Miss Hamilton and balance of bond and interest paid in full. ER-21, p. 209","A.L. Draft. Baltimore. Regent greatly pleased at the \"magnificent and successful ball in Boston\" for MV fund. Second draft letter on reverse addressed to \"Dear Sir.\" ER-11, p. 81","A.L.S. Boston. Re illness of Regent's father, counsels with Dr. against her trip home.  Send $2500 to G.W. Riggs - results of N.Y. and Brooklyn lectures, contributions from Ledger readers and others - will speak 4 times in April in N.C.  Will stop in Washington for Miss Corcoran's wedding. ER-9, p. 237","A.L.S. G.W. Riggs telegraphed 3rd completed installment with interest, due in 1861.  MV Record will publish payment.  $62,000 plus paid since Feb. 22.  Mass and Del VRs fear no more funds will be given. ER-16, p. 1","A.L.S. New York. Payment in full of bond. ER-21, p. 211","A.L.S. New York. Bill for chandeliers used at Association Ball in Dec.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Rate of payments to J.A. Washington faster than Miss H. dared to hope they could be.  Advises withholding last payment until there is also $50,000 invested.  Better to let public keep on working for purchase fund as restoration is imperative. ER-12, p. 243","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mistakes in MV Record. ER-12, p. 275","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $231 from Mrs. Ritchie. Also $22 and $150 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 213","A.L.S. Sends a paper which she thinks will aid Mrs. C. in arousing surveyors' interest in Mount Vernon.  A surveyor has written 50 of these to surveyors in Georgia.  Suggests publishing same in newspapers. ER-17, p. 45","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mass. asks that only certain names be printed in Record, rest placed in Archives' lists.  Returns Mrs. Otis' letter, supper costs at Ball took considerable out of profits.  Wants more Records for distribution. ER-12, p. 120","A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges letters she dictated to Sec. M. M'Makin.  Pleased with another payment to J.A. Washington.  Asks what J.A.W. is doing about various affairs, plans to change Charter, letting Thornburn start restoration at MV.  Advises keeping considerable sum on hand but convertible at all times.  Cannot stop in Philadelphia on return from North Carolina. ER-9, p. 239","A.L.S. Fund raising activities in Massachusetts. 12-146","A.L. Draft. Cannot say what effect the actual possession of MV will have on public, to decrease or increase financial aid.  Some will give to Assn. but not to J.A. Washington. ER-11, p.50","A.L.S. Sorry she is sick--has sent 100 Records and other things to California by steamer--sends \"Delaware State Journal\"--great call for July no. of Record necessitates their reprinting it; also the Aug. and Sept.--will go to [Mt. Vernon] on Monday to make some \"truthful sketches\" of the place. ER-D-38","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Reduced appropriation bill for $1000 for Mt. Vernon passed Senate--couldn't get $2000. ER-5, p. 1-L","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Appropriation bill in Committee of Conference now and is assured of passage. ER-5, p. 3","A.L.S. Jackson. Did not try to hold a Feb. 22nd.  Individual efforts more successful because of rural propulaton.  Contributions and sales progressing.  Will send subscribers' names to be printed in MV Record. ER-14, p. 83","A.L.S. Mendota. Re progress of state organization of Minn.  Sends copy of her Appeal which has been published in length and favorably noticed in most papers. ER-11, p. 234","A.L.S. Washington. Has drawn on Mr. Parker of Boston for $4500. Mr. Washington now wants the notice to be given before payments. Advises making no more payments for a while, but invest some of money, so when purchase is completed association will have some money to improve the property. ER-21, p. 215","A.L.S. Washington. President of steamboat company. The continuance of boat service.  States terms they had with J.A. Washington, including amount on hand due Assn and needed repairs on wharf. ER-3, p. 179","A.L. Harrisburg. Will vote for appropriation of $1000 for Mt. Vernon by state of Pa. ER-5, p. 1","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Lets her know progress of appropriation bill--goes into a committee of Conference, and prospects for its adoption very good. ER-5, p. 2","A.L. Harrisburg. Agrees to work to get appropriation of $1000 House of Representatives. ER-5, p. 1","A.L.S. Asks when they will have possession of MV.  Interested in cleaning up place and gardening.  Encloses $121. ER-14, p. 71","A.L.S. San Francisco. Mr. McLane had appointed Mrs. Blanding whose work is most satisfactory--no better selection could be made. ER-8, p. 249","A.L. Philadelphia. Draft. Acknowledges again \"Israelites\" contributions to Mount Vernon purchase fund, corrects misunderstanding, urges them to further efforts.  Memos follow for same letter, gives list of names, cites work to be done in S.C. ER-11, p. 83","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Failure of House to vote an appropriation to Mt. Vernon fund. ER-5, p. 2","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $250 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 217","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent is attempting difficult task of appointing a Vice Regent for each state.  Asks suggestions for Texas.  States qualifications desired for a Vice RegentR. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. She fell and hurt her foot, but will see APC today. ER-5, p. 3","A.L.S. Granville. Says people will not give a cent, but offer to pay a dollar to hear E. Everett. ER-12, p. 277","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $150. ER-21, p. 219","A.L.S. Grand Lodge, New York.Answer to MV Appeal; will present appeal to annual meeting in June. ER-12, p. 277","A.L.S. Christie Johnson on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Philadelphia. Expresses gratitude for hospitality shown to Mr. Devereux, the artist, during his visit to Mount Vernon and the gift of Washington papers (\"drafts of General Washington\") made to Ann Pamela Cunningham by  John Augustine Washington.  And requests information about contract and title of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4258, 5 p.","A.L.S. Elizabeth. More donors and amounts to be published in the Record.  Account of Miss Mary Halsey, a very efficient young helper, who recently died. ER-8, p. 47","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mary McMakin for Ann Pamela Cunningham. Pleased that she has rec'd contributions from Texas and Nebraska.  Asks for suggestions for a VR-Tex.  Sends her more portraits for sale.  A receipt for $44 written by Ann Pamela Cunningham follows the letter. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. Washington. Received $60 from Mrs. Murat and $150 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 221","A.L.S. Cambridge. Comments on Regent's efforts with Congress.  Approves MV Record's notice of Mrs. Otis, hopes the $140,000 may be raised.  Regrets Mrs. Ritchie's father's death withdraws her from public efforts.  Is selling MV canes, medals, pictures, but balks at acting as \"commission agent for cane factory.\" ER-12, p. 121","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $321 from Mrs. Ritchie and $164 from Mrs. Morse--will follow her instructions if she should want to invest money for Association. ER-21, p. 223","A.L. Draft in the writing of Christie Johnson. Florida and Louisiana funds rec'd.  Asks various states advisability of retaining part of purchase fund for investment.  Determined with help of G.W. Riggs and legal advisers to demonstrate women's business ability.  Consults D.P. Brown on official procedure.  Treasurer to report to Regent, nature of permanent investments,purchased and held on her approval in names of Assn., funds payable on Regent's order.  Seeks safe investments. ER-11, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Resignation of Mrs. P.H. Dickinson as the North Carolina Vice-Regent.  Purchase of Mt. Vernon lacks only $41,666.66.  Asks Mrs. Morehead Walker to become N.C. Vice-Regent, that North Carolina might be spurred to participate in the final phases of purchasing Mt. Vernon. A-761","A.L.S. Nashville. List of contributors to be published in the Record. ER-10, p. 183","A.L. Draft. Regent's appreciation of Connecticut's activities; comments on a man's offer to guide associaton; refers to Constitution and fact that she has best legal advice on important questions; no action re G.C. Thorburn can be taken until Grant Council meets; first outlays for repairs of the perishable, needs an architect for this; comments on J.A. Washington's cooperation but Regent's unwillingness to start repairs before Assn takes possession; Washington family alarmed at moving from MV before their new home is finished; re investments of funds and payments to J.A. Washington; (end of letter cut off). ER-4, p. 50","A.L.S. and handwritten copy. West Point, New York. 229 cadets of the Academy present $458 and will extend their interest in MV cause into their home communities.  Copy of this letter filed on same page with another letter, unsigned, dated West Point, April 19. ER-10, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Christie forwards copy of letter to Miss C. sent in error to Miss Hamilton--knows nothing of writer or Miss Watrous--usually a good rule that one offering herself for post of VR lacks delicacy and personal characteristics necessary for job. E-388","A.L.S Lancaster. Acknowledges her appointment as Lady Manager of Lancaster County. ER-5, p. 4","A.L.S. Manitowoc. Congratulates her on hers \u0026 Association's purchase of Mt. Vernon--hopes this will allay sectionalism--believes Masons in the state will donate large sum--portraits not arrived from Messrs. Devereaux.","A.L.S. Gratitude for Miss Hamilton's support fo Regent.  Mrs. Lyon writes as an agent of Mr. Bennett (photographer).  Mr. B. promised Regent only a percentage on pictures and Regent acknowledges receipt of money rec'd in MV Record.  Copy of Mrs. Gillett's letter was sent Mrs. Morse of New Orleans, Regent thought she could acquire information of Miss Watrous. ER-11, p. 78","A.L.S. Washington. Received $200 from Mrs. Fogg of Nashville--draft from Devereux. ER-21, p. 225","A.L.S. N.C. lecture tour laborious but satisfactory; proceeds from 4 nights will be about $2800.  Goes to Brandon with Mr. Ritchie.  Newspaper clipping re \"Mr. Everett in Raleigh\" on same page. ER-9, p. 241","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent notifies Mrs. Comegys that R.I. is \"neck and neck with Del.\"  Encourages Delaware to further efforts. ER-17, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Mrs. Anne J. Cox, Lady Manager of Adams Co., Ill., check for $200. ER-21, p. 227","A.L.S. Lower Brandon. Reports success of southern lectures.  Returns to Boston but expects to be in Philadelphia in May.  Comments on the Vice Regent of Illinois and urges keeping out of \"slavery\" discussion. ER-9, p. 243","A.L.S. Keene, N.H. Mrs. Hale agrees they must continue making collections with object in view of restoring Mt. Vernon as it was in G.W.'s time, not just for purchase of land--doesn't think they can count on Congress for appropriation but thinks states should contribute. ER-5, p. 295","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Is entertaining Eng. Statesman Cobden for next few days.  Wishes to borrow Memoir of Mr. Everett's Daughter. ER-13, p. 149","A.L.S. Washington. Draft to Messrs. Devereux for $626. Advises investment in sound stocks at low interest rate. safety is first consideration. Suggests state securities, some in Va. stocks and bonds. Henry W. Miller of Raleigh has been asked to deliver address for Association's benefit. Needs her sanction. ER-21, p. 229","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Hopes to send G.W. Riggs $4,000 or $5,000 soon.  Benson Lossing asks for card of introduction to Regent.  A Publisher has asked him to write a book on Mount Vernon, wants engraving of Regent for it.  Has confidence in his taste, accuracy and patriotism; he is direct and thoroughly reliable.  Approves employing retired soldier for MV police duty.  Asks about congressional appropriation for restoration. ER-12, p. 279","Handwritten copy. Mount Vernon. In reply to Regent's inquiry states that in August 1850 he contracted with Washington and Alexandria Steamboat Co. for their exclusive privilege of landing passengers for one year, company to build wharf, Washington family and freight carried free, also made plank walk to house; 1851, renewed for 2 years, but J.A.W. received 1/2 gross proceeds on route; time extended without contract.  Gives further details of arrangements.  Rec'd $576.44 for Jan 14-June 19, 1858; $398.66 was for time from Apr. 6 on.  Planned to use money for house repairs, new wharf and road to Vault. ER-9, p. 71","A.L. in writing of Washington. Probably first draft.  Recounts dealings with Washington and Alexandria Steamboat Co. since 1850; terms of contract, maintenance of wharf, and payments received.  Promised to send abstract of title to Mount Vernon and provides a summary of the document. RM-523, ER-4262, 4 p.","A.L.S. Terrebonne Parish. Sends list of subscribers and check for $48.00. ER-389","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of $1915.30 and receipt for $114.55 is for package of money from California. ER-21, p. 233","A.L.S. Washington. He will make temporary investment of $5000 in Treasury notes, despite low interest rate. This will be available for necessities after payment for property. Stock of Farmers Bank of Va. And Central R.R. and Banking Co. of Georgia has no Savannah Bonds. Promoting Mr. Miller's address. ER-21, p. 231","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Offers to furnish MVLA with E. Everett's Portrait for 40% discount on retail price, as their gift to MV. ER-13, p. 147","A.L.S. New York. Received from Miss Mary Hamilton $5000. Returns to Washington next week. ER-21, p. 235","A.L.S. New Orleans. Sends in $44, recommends Mrs. George Mason for VR-Tex.  $20 subscriptions for MV Record.  Has not received portraits for sale. ER-14, p. 47","A.L.S. Send Mrs. Butler's $50 subscription to the Washington Monument--amount collected by Mrs. Wm. Thompson given to Mrs. M.'s son. ER-390","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Comegys. for statistics.  E. Everett to lecture 10 or 12th in Philadelphia.  Suggests an invitation for him in Wilmington. ER-17, p. 50","A.L.S. New York. Will invest $5000 for Permanent Fund of the Association. Will purchase Va. State Bonds, $1000 received from Michigan. Will pay Mr. Washington as soon as funds come in. ER-21, p. 237","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks him to make a final settlement with Miss Johnson's guardian, Mr. Stimpson, for her retirement as secretary. ER-1, p. 125","A.L.S. Montreal. Has received Regent's acknowledgement of contributions, but not Records with published list of names. ER-8, p. 65","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Plans business call on Regent in Philadelphia.  Plans with Mr. Burke and Mr. Herbert for G.W. Riggs to make payment on last installment. ER-9, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received $20 for subscriptions. Gratified at Masonic support. Miss Cunningham anxious to hear from Texas. ER-391","A.L.S. New York. Credited to Mount Vernon Association the $98 in checks she sent. ER-392","Notice of receipt of $100 from Mrs. Murat and $98 from Mrs. Morse.  Expects to be in Philadelphia tomorrow. 21-239","Request of Regent for payment of bill for the reprint of materials. ER-D-88","A.L.S. Bellevue, Florida. Sends G.W. Riggs $160; will attempt a second Festival; will try to sell 12 copies of G/W portrait at a small profit; thinks Floridians interest has revived since Regent's last favorable statement. ER-4, p. 281","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Changes in her list of Committee and Managers--will forward her Ladies' money as soon as received--Challons' picture of Edward Everett--money scarce in West.","A.L.S. Boston. Starts for Philadelphia.  Expects to hear of success of Mrs. Ritchie's tableaux in Richmond. ER-9, p. 245","A.L.S. New Orleans. Pleased she approves suggestion of Mrs. Eleanor Wallace Mason for Vice Regent for Texas.  Recommends Miss Ida Slocomb highly.  Received illuminated Coat of Arms, odd nos. of MV Record and 200 portraits of Washington for sale.  Sends $50 to Devereux.  Asks for 2 sets of Record, 2 cop. Farewell Address, illuminated. ER-14, p. 47","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $420.  $20 sent for portraits.  Thinks she may have nearly $700 more to send. ER-8, p. 49","A.L.S. Harrisburg. On letterhead \"State of Pennsylvania Executive Chamber.\" Cannot attend Everett lecture but hopes for its great success. ER-13, p. 44","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Delays his trip a day at her request.  Conference to be held with Regent, Edward Everett and J.A.W. present. ER-9, p. 75","A.L.S. Sends in lists, clipping enclosed declaring E. Everett and Miss M.M. Hamilton the \"most efficient promoters.\"  Problem of announcing purchasing fund completed, when restoration funds must be raised.  Mrs. Greenough at Naples.  VR-N.H. examines Mass.' plan, approves Mrs. Cutts' appeal. ER-12, p. 121","A.L.S. Washington. Check for portraits received. Wrote Mr. Washington about immediate payment of $5000. ER-21, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Sarah King Hall $1000. ER-21, p. 247","A.L.S. by John Augustine Washington III in writing of a clerk or secretary, Burke and Herbert Bank. Will please pay to Burke \u0026 Herbert amt. $5000. ER-23, p. 127","A.L.S. Richmond. Re the 'sectional strife', Virginia's place in the statesmanship of the nation, Masonic contributions and enthusiastic approval of the MV cause. ER-10, p. 87","A.L.S. Miss Cunningham asks if she may have \"her guest\", E. Everett, for an hour's drive. ER-13, p. 53","A.L.S. Washington. Paid John A. Washington $5000 today. ER-21, p. 245","A.L.S. Washington. Send $5000 to Mr. Washington, payment on last bond. Check from Kentucky for $1268.80. ER-21, p. 249","Philadelphia. Send paper prepared as a basis for an agreement in reference to the Record--Mr. Brown to help simplify the agreement. ER-D-73","A.L.S. Regrets that engagements prevent his dining with her. ER-9, p. 245","A.L.S Philadelphia. Opinion on proposed agreement with Messrs. Devereux. ER-3, p. 207","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has to write a \"Mount Vernon Paper\" instead of seeing her.  Urges she undertake S.C. trip only if Dr. Hodge agrees to it. ER-9, p. 245","A.L.S. Weathersfield. Reports details of state organization, is enthusiastically devoting most of her time to it.  Mrs. Cutts' Appeal republished in all counties. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington. Received $30 dividends from Farmers Bank of Va. stock and $1 from John Rigney of Independent Plain in Washington Territory. ER-21, p. 251","A.L.S. Cambridge. Attempts to increase subscriptions through Masons, etc. with trifling results.  Will try for more from Harvard College, then call in books, send in Accts. and close subscription in Mass.  Is at end of her efforts.  Mr. Parker will forward funds to make Mass. contributions $20,000, a possible $1000 may follow. ER-12, p. 121","A.L.S. letter addressed to E., probably Edward Everett. Dr. Ward's ans. rec'd.  Asks to take out expenses.  Opera to be given June 2nd \u0026 3rd in Metropolitan Theater. Tickets $1.50.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends check for $102.55. Mrs. Hoyt has materially interfered in Association affairs, making Mount Vernon cause unpopular in places. Mr. Everett cannot come now.","A.L.S. Washington. $1500 received from Mrs. Ritchie. Check for $2837.72 from Miss C. Will give Mr. Washington $5000 more on last bond. Has on hand $5839.20, advises investment of next $5000. She can use invested money at any time. ER-21, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 to Mr. Washington today. ER-21, p. 255","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received remittance. Miss Cunningham agrees names of Masonic ccontributors should be published in \"Masonic Registry\" for La. ER-393","A.L.S. Apologises for writing Miss Johnson about a matter instead of her--he meant no offense. ER-D-32","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Will visit Regent in Philadelphia on Association business. ER-12, p. 279","A.L.S. Gives opinions on paints as she requested, J.A. Washington estimates repairs on house and grounds as $20,000 - need to enclose grounds; in restoration to G/W original state, suggests G.W. Riggs a business manager be asked to take charge, with Thornburn employed for grounds, and a master builder for house.  Question best time for taking possession, federal Gov't aid, adequate private protection.  Suggests problems connected with appointment of superintendent and labor employed; necessity for keeping \"sectional\" elements cut; advisability of settling all controversial questions in Grand Council; ceremonial if possession is taken on Feb. 22; declares he has discussed these questions with no one. ER-9, p. 247","A.L.S. Philadelphia. \"Strictly private.\" Wishes confidential talk with Mrs. Comegys before conference with Miss Hamilton, Miss Macalester and Mrs. C. re payments, calling Council and legal affairs.  Solicits Mr. Comegys' aid in legal affairs and as general counsel. ER-1, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington. Received $100 from Mm. Murat of Florida--also enclosures from Miss C., amounting to $1891.45--one check returned for endorsement. ER-21, p. 257","A.L.S. Draft. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham forced to dismiss Christie Johnson, secretary, yesterday.  Asks Miss Johnson's guardian to call on Regent. ER-16, p. 3","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy. Returns to Miss Johnson the letter of resignation sent to Regent, as Regent had dismissed her and such a letter as this is not in order. ER-16, p. 7","A.L.S. New York. Has examined documents through which John A. Washington came into Mount Vernon title.  Itemizes the papers needed for examination of title. ER-12, p. 283","A.L.S. Baton Rouge. Portraits arrived, oval frames an improvement--gave one to Masons and other to hang in Chas. Hatton's home on display--Masons' individual subscriptions--can't obtain names of people in far-off parishes during convention--Lady Manager of West Baton Rouge--the Marstons a wealthy and influential family. ER-394","A.L.S. Note. Philadelphia. Urges Mr. Comegys to accompany her on visit. ER-17, p. 50","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy by Mary McMakin. \"Private.\" J.A. Washington permits Assn. to start repairs before taking possessions.  Adviory Committee meeting called.  Asks him to have master builder inspect Mount Vernon and report; to visit Miss Hamilton in New York before her unofficial visit to Mount Vernon, J.A. Washington invites Upton Herbert for August if he accept superintendency. ER-1, p. 129-131","A.L.S. Informs him that Miss Hamilton and Mr. Riggs will travel to Mount Vernon to inspect the Mansion and decide what repairs may be needed. RM-523, ER-4263, 3 p.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes further consultation with Mrs. C, Urges Mrs. C to confer with her husband on subjects discussed and give Regent the benefit. ER-17","A.L.S. Washington. Received draft for $20 and $997.05 from her. Cannot accompany Miss Hamilton to Mount Vernon today. Hopes oration of Mr. Miller will bring in good sum. ER-21, p. 259","A.L.S. Galveston, TX. Doesn't know Mrs. Mason's reply to Miss Cunningham's letter offering her Vice-Regency for Texas but thinks she has declined. ER-395","A.L.S. Ridgeway. Accepts appointment as Lady Manager for \"this county,\" but doesn't expect much success in raising funds. ER-5, p. 4","A.L.S. In writing of a secretary. Philadelphia. Thinks public anticipates an announcement of payment of purchase installments in full before contract date for last one Feb. 22, 1862.  Reasons for deferring 4th payment: John A. Washington may then move out and Association  would have to assume expense of maintaining Mount Vernon.  Association must also consider public's interest in raising funds for restoration and repairs.  Suggests a general public campaign with time limit a national holiday for collecting money for last installment; same to be planned by Vice Regent in each state. ER-19, p. 57","Philadelphia - copy of official letter from Regent \"Private.\" Plan to withhold 4th installment due Feb 22, 1862 which brings right to possession until sufficient funds accumulate to provide also for care and maintenance.  Urges July 4h to be used for focal date in securing funds for maintenance and repair. ER-1, p. 133","A.L.S. Washington. Repair on Mansion, employment of Upton Herbert as Supt., Mr. Riggs, Mr. Herbert, President of Steamboat Co. and Miss Hamilton make a hurried inspection of Mansion \u0026 outbuildings. p. 261","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Tribute to work of ladies for MV.  Decribes finding Timothy Dwight's Conquest of Canaan dedicated to G/W also a ms. autographed.  \"Prayers\", partly original, some copied, in G/W's handwriting--hopes it will be published soon. ER-13, p. 45","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Riggs, Mr. Bryan (Pres. of steamboat co. and a master builder) and Miss H. visit Mount Vernon.  Missed J.A. Washington and wife.  With Upton Herbert, she surveys most needed repairs.  Estimate $2000 return from boats and $1000 needed for repairing wharf.  Old Tomb needs guarding, now a 'dreadful sight'.  Universal desire to have MVLA take possession soon.  Typewritten copy on p. 284. ER-12, p. 281","A.L.S. In the writing of a secretary, signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Philadelphia. Letter saying that the Mount Vernon Ladies Association had funds to make the final installment for the purchase of the estate which was not due until 22 Feb. 1862; however, they would use those funds to make needed restoration and maintenance.  Miss Cunningham feared donation would not continue if the sale was finalized so far ahead of schedule. RM-977, MS-5585. 4 pp.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets not seeing Mrs. Comegys again.  Object of assembling Vice Regents in evening was to ask their opinions as patriots only, but Edward Everett urges extreme caution in future plans.  John A. Washington's offer to start repairs before he leaves.  No hope of Association's possession before winter, some immediate repairs necessary.  Regent wished to style meeting \"extra Grand Council\", but advisers declared it must be an \"advisory Committee.\"  Subjects for discussion:  Possession of Mount Vernon Feb 1860; continuing Mount Vernon Record; repairs at Mount Vernon; the Vice Regent for New York, G.W. Riggs and master builder visit Mount Vernon.  Has lost her trained secretary.  Asks Mr. Comegys' advice on proceedings of evening assembly. ER-17, p. 52-53","A.L.S. Baltimore. Regrets Miss Sprigg's illness,, and disappointment that she will not be in the first Grand Council.  Refers to her own illness, her resignation, devotion to Mount Vernon and plan to arrange VRs letter sometime. ER-13, p. 53","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $774.25 from Mrs. Ritchie. Must settle expenses of Mr. Miller's lecture here. ER-21, p. 265","A.L.S. Cambridge. Will try for County Balls, asks Regent to write Springfield mgr., reports on other parts of state, commends other VRs in New England, N.Y. and Ill., approves Mr. Jarvis' (Me.) practical ideas, especially re trees.  Regrets lack of patriotism in the country. ER-12, p. 123","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Difficulties since secretary left; asks Mrs. Comegys to advise and assist her.  On reading report of Miss Hamilton's and G.W. Riggs' visit to Mount Vernon, finds repairs \"so much more extensive and imporant\" than she had expected, Regent is unwilling to act without concurrence of VRs. ER-17, p. 54","A.L. Extract from letter. Regent has received letter from G.W. Riggs concerning visit he made to Mount Vernon with Miss Hamilton.  She finds repairs needed so extensive she is unwilling to act without concurrence of VRs. ER-16, p. 4","Handwritten copies of several letters between David Paul Brown, Christie Johnson, James Stimpson, and Ann Pamela Cunningham (through Mary McMakin). Most letters dated June 4, 1859. Concerns in part Miss Johnson's resignation as private secretary. MSS-681","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $795.41 from Pennsylvania. ER-21, p. 267","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports results of Miss Hamilton's and G.W. Riggs' visit, quoting from Miss Hamilton's letter (ER 12, p. 281, June 1, 1859.) ER-17, p. 55","A.L.S. Wilmington. Proceeds from his lectures in N.C., $887.35. She wants to wind up her connection with Mount Vernon. Thanks him for his noble work in their behalf. ER-14, p. 117","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Efforts to interest people in state in their cause. Will make a grand effort in the autumn at the Fair.  (Envelope dated June 8, 1859, addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)","A.L.S. Washington. Received $228.20 from Miss McWillie of Mississippi. Has not heard from Miss C. in relation to repairs at Mount Vernon. ER-21, p. 269","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Rec'd her report of meeting with extracts of letters from Miss Hamilton and G.W. Riggs, treasurer.  Wrote his opinion on questions at Regent's request; does not wish to \"intermeddle\" with Association management because his time is limited and he has unlimited confidence in Regent.  He favors no great demonstration when possession is taken. ER-9, p. 249","A.L.S. Cambridge. \"Private, very, very.\" Recommends Miss Webber, Watertown, Mass., as a competent sec., stating her various qualifications and personal characteristics.  Reports results of her investigation on salaries paid women. ER-12, p. 123","A.L.S. St. Paul. Forwarded $70 to Mr. Everett for the Mount Vernon fund, being proceeds of St. Paul Mercantile Association which they wanted sent to Mr. Everett.  Sends $150 collected by Lady Managers.  Scarcity of money makes progress slow. ER-11, p. 234","Letter to the Regent explaining her difficulties in raising money for Mount Vernon and in keeping ladies working for the cause in the proper spirit and for proper motives.  Praises Miss Cunningham's work. A-64","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $600 from Mrs. Greenough of Massachusetts. ER-21, p. 271","A.L.S. Commandant's Office, Navy Yard. Sends $242.37, collected from officers and others at station for purchase of MV. ER-3, p. 209","A.L.S. Baltimore. G.H. Stewart writes that Miss Sprigg's illness forces her to decline honor of being VR for Md.  Miss Sprigg knew Washington in Philadelphia - now \"four score\". ER-13, p. 42","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re settlement of Christie Johnson's claims for salary due her, sends copy of letter sent VRs for Conn. And N.Y. ER-17, p. 58","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent must return to Rosemont because of father's illness, regrets Mrs. C.'s inability to confer with her but will ask Mrs. Goodrich.  Asks Judge and Mrs. C.'s advice on reporting dismissal of Sec. Johnson to Grand Council and also of quickly settling her salary claims, latter plan also expressed at informal \"advisory committee\", and Col. Forney.  Cites points to be considered in settling this claim. ER-17, p. 56-57","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Replies to Regent's request re amount of salary to pay Miss Johnson, suggesting $50.00 a month exclusive of expenses. ER-3, p. 211","A.L.S. Pine Bluff. Reports progress.  Sends list of contributors, $544.20 collected and sent to G.W. Riggs. ER-14, p. 111","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $500 from Maine and $200 from Georgia. Receipt of bar of gold from California. Since March 23, has received $28,125.18. Of this, has invested $5000 in Va. Bonds, $10,000 paid to Mr. Washington, several drafts to Mr. Devereux, and has $6000 on hand. Advises investing next $10,000. Repairs won't require much money at present. Mr. Herbert willing o take charge of repairs at Mount Vernon. If Miss C. approves, Riggs will fix a fair ccompensation for him. New wharf necessary now, would cost $2500-3000. Perhaps Mr. Washington would turn over to Associaiton the revenue from the boat, since they have paid him so much. ER-21, p. 273","A.L.S. Dover. Re claims for past salary made by Christie Johnson  Recommends $350 to $400 be paid, as men in similar positions receive $500 to $800 according to capabilities and labor.  Desirable to settle claim and all relationships promptly; states reasons for her opinion. ER-17, p. 59","A.L. Philadelphia. Draft copy in writing of a secretary. Re Miss Sprigg's inability to become Vice Regent for Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 129","A.L.S. Washington. Received $5 from Lewis Cruger of this city, $150 from Minnesota. Respects her request that he keep employment of Mr. Herbert and workmen private. ER-21, p. 275","A.L.S. Conveys messge that Goodriches cannot meet with APC.  Say Mr. Goodrich leaves \"more allied to the great interest than ever.\" ER-D-66","A.L.S. Washington. Bar of gold from California valued at $3326.03. Her draft for $250 paid. ER-21, p. 277","Draft. Philadelphia. Re securing a private secretary, outlines personal characteristics, educational, social and secretarial requirements. ER-11, p. 87","A.L.S. North Hartland. Sends report of work in Rutland, Co., collection of $92.60. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. Received $25, thinks all money she sent to Regent has been received.  Much complaint received because more lists have not been published. ER-17, p. 61","A.L.S. New York. Replies to Regent's enquiries re compensations for secretary, \"$300 or $350…a fair and liberal salary… where board is paid.\"  New York pays $35 per month, 6 hrs. per day, for secretary Mrs. Montgomery.  Will write soon re survey of Mount Vernon land before next payment. ER-12, p. 281","Mrs. Mason's refusal of Vice Regency of Pennsylvania noted and largely due to her youth (age 23).  Mention of desire to keep appointments of officers a-political. ER-396","A.L.S. Union, Monroe County, Virginia. Congratulates Regent on success in purchase of MV.  Gives legal opinion on changes in Constitution and By-Laws. ER-3, p. 181","A.L.S. Hagerstown. Proposition to make an engraved plate of MV, dedicated to MVLA, attend to extensive advertising of same and furnish to MVLA at half price, if Sec. will lend her name to advertising.  Thinks 100,000 engravings can be sold. ER-10, p. 89","A.L.S. Many of Mrs. Walton's friends regret her resignation.  Concern for her successor's success.  Regrets trouble with Miss Johnson. ER-14, p. 107","A.L.S. Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Mason has declined Vice Regency of Texas--he apologizes for tone of his last letter. ER-397","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent has stated advantages to Assn of deferring last payment, but is anxious to start repairs at MV as soon as possible to prevent further destruction which is apt to be rapid on buildings in such bad repair.  Regent asked John A. Washington if he would permit repairs in Aug. when his family is away; J.A.W. allows repairs on any outbuilding which will not inconvenience family, to provide a building for workmen.  To prevent changes from original MV J.A.W. names a reliable supervisor for work, who will be his guest, a great grandson of Sir William Fairfax (oldest daughter married Lawrence W.).  G.W. Riggs will go to MV with master builder, decide on most essential repairs with Mr. Herbert and workmen. ER-19, p. 59, 61","A.L.S. Cambridge. Says she expects Mr. Towner of NH sends \"small pickings\" to Mt Vernon. 12-123","A.L.S. Washington. Received $505.35 from her. ER-21, p. 278","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $505.35 from Mrs. Morse. Looking for investments for Mount Vernon. Will arrange with Mr. Herbert to look after preservation of property and general interests of Mount Vernon. Wharf not safe. Advice on how to build a new wharf. Will talk to President of Steamship Co. about obligations under contract with Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 279","A.L.S. Florida. Masons to have a big meeting and General Call to address them.  Sends $100 making state contributions  $2000. ER-4, p. 279","A.L.S. Elizabeth. July 4th plans for Mount Vernon fund. ER-8, p. 51","Draft for $295.00 from Mrs. Eve for Miss C.--sends sheet for Miss Nesbit to correct immediately--reprinting several numbers of the Record--very few Oct. nos. remaining--electrotyping. ER-D-30","Handwritten copy of letter from Johnson to Everett, June 21, 1859, and Everett to Johnson, June 23, 1859. Explanation to Everett of her dispute with the Regent and consequent resignation as Secretary.  Her desire to make a financial settlement with MVLA for her services. Everett's response regarding her situation and salary. MSS-682","A.L.S. Southbury. Calls on Charles Gould, New York, who recommends a secretary for Regent--agrees with Regent re Christie Johnson's salary.  Also on same letter, a note from Mrs. Mary Boott Goodrich, VR-Conn., to A.P.C. ER-4, p. 60","A.L.S. New York. Recommends Miss Sarah C. Tracy for secretary to Regent. ER-4, p. 61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Hamilton's decision re salary due Christie Johnson about same as Mrs. Comegys'.  Through Rev. Dr. Boardman Regent is promised a secretary protem for summer. ER-17, p. 62","A.L.S. Washington. Asked about Mount Vernon survey because G.W. Riggs and Upton Herbert had forgotten it.  Sends newspaper clippings.  Wants to raise $100,000 beyond purchase fund.  Good fences and considerable repairs needed immediately.  Asks if Association gets Key to Bastille. ER-12, p. 285","A.L.S. Boston. Has about $5000 subject to draft at sight.  At Regent's and Mrs. Ritchie's request, he says Christie Johnson should be paid - suggests $700 and that Council establish salary for this position.  If Regent is censured in this salary question E.E. will take blame and \"make good\". ER-9, p. 251","Handwritten copy. Note that he has left it to Miss Cunningham to provide an answer to his letter concerning Miss Christie. MSS-683","A.L.S. Washington. Received $333.65 from Mrs. Ritchie and $1500 from Mrs. Pendleton. Mr. Herbert to take charge of Mount Vernon on July 1. ER-21, p. 281","A.L.S. Delays in publication of \"The Record\". ER-D-106","A.L. Incomplete. Mentions that Mr. Everett found a salary of $700-800 quite appropriate.  Insists she resigned and that Miss Cunningham did not dismiss her.  Denounces certain of Miss Cunningham's actions towards her. Says she her family and ancestors are as distinguished as Miss Cunningham's. MSS-687","A.L.S. Reply to letters re Christie Johnson's salary. Glad his estimate does not greatly exceed D.P. Brown's. Suggests resignation is always kinder than dismissal.  Advises relying on Mr. Rigg's judgment, if he thinks wharf should be repaired, estimate $3000. Though he \"recoils\" from such an outlay. ER-9, p. 253","A.L.S. Cambridge. Thinks County Balls may succeed, but people's interest lags.  Acknowledges Regent's Appeal, prints all articles rec'd adapted to Mass.  Writes more fully re Regent's request for recommendations of competent secretaries. ER-12, p. 125","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends $30 for portraits, receipt for Messenger subscription.  Sends copy Mrs. Eve's subscription list, which Gov. Wise has.  Has Virginia list. ER-16, p. 262","Some 70 subscribers sent by Regent, but no money received--68 new subscribers--cannot keep accounts straight when money isn't sent at same time as name of subscribers. ER-D-24","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Approves immediate repairs at Mount Vernon. Monetary trouble in West. Elderly gentleman, N.B. Brown of Manitowoc, is devoted to Mount Vernon cause. Requests Miss Cunningham to give him a place in her arrangements if possible.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $11 from S.W. Joyner of Weldon, N.C. Leaves for Newport, can't arrange for topographical survey now. Will talk to Mr. Herbert about it. Mr. H. to go down July 1 as Superintendent. Mr. Washington to assist him. Mr. Herbert to examine everything and see what requires repair. To repair outbuildings not used by Mr. Washington, \"being careful to restore them to their original condition, not in any way to alter or change them.\" He is to be present when visitors are there, to permit no damage, and the old tomb not to be touched. Erroneous report in New York paper announcing payment of $10,000. ER-21, p. 283","Draft. Regarding repairs to be made at Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 132","A.L.S. Sends Cal. And N.H. lists to Devereux.  Will order dresses from Besson for her examination and offers further services. ER-13, p. 153","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends her proof of the re-touched block of Mr. Everett--thinks it is a decided improvement--sent 100 of June No. to Miss Blanding by Express. ER-D-33","A.L.S. Clinton, Louisiana. Has no remittance as yet for Mt. Vernon fund--apathy in the parish is incredible--Odd Fellows to give $25 -  $30--has displayed framed G.W. portrait but none sold yet. ER-398","A.L.S. Ladies of Israel, Baltimore, send $100 for MV fund. ER-13, p. 40","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Has been advised by friends not to try to collect any funds until after harvest time. Has appointed no Manager for Capitol, where Mrs. Hoyt has made the cause so unpopular. Hopes to overcome this influence  (Envelope dated July 8, 1859, addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)","Asks that APC write to her (\"Am I not one of your priestesses\").  Says she will soon make her own donation. (4-65)","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Gratified by report of Centreville. Collections for July 4 to be reported separately, as Regent wishes to make \"a payment\", with the 4th's collection, also wishes incidents or items of the day for MV Record. ER-17, p. 63","A.L.S. Newport, R.I. Has received check from Mrs. R. W. Johnson of Arkansas for $522.20/100. One from Mrs. Murat for $224.  Had $5000 temporarily invested for MVLA. (22-5)","A.L.S. Spearsville, Union Parish, Louisiana. Declines appointment as agent for Parish because of evident confusion--Mrs. Dillard of Farmerville has been given same appointment. ER-399","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt accepted V.-Regency for Missouri, then realized she would not be equal to exertions demanded--she holds official documents to hand over to anyone appointed or to return to Miss C.--St. Louis very wealthy, believes much could be done for Assoc. here if better organization of Assoc. made cause widely known. ER-5, p. 243","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Murat's $12, portrait money, sent California and Virginia names are ready to send Regent for publication.  Questions credit given John A. Washington for allowing Mr. Herbert to superintend repairs, while John A. Washington retains possession of estate; reminds Regent what J.A.W. said re a new portico for $1000, rebuilding or replacing $1000, new road to Mansion.  Mr. Myers will confirm this.  Mount Vernon Record since \"unfortunate July no. has become a mighty lever.\"  Heard of difficulties re Christie Johnson. ER-16, p. 263","A.L.S. Baltimore. Mentions her fondness and respect for James Stimpson.  Sent Miss Cunningham's letter respecting her is far more mild than her public and private statements respecting Miss Johnson. MSS-685","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Difficulties of arousing interest in Mount Vernon on holidays.  Subscriptions now harder to get. ER-8, p. 51","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asks her authority to have Mr. Herbert open up 4 vistas through grove between House and River which Washington tried to keep opened. ER-9, p. 77","A.L.S. Washington. Discusses funds raised for Mount Vernon by Mrs. Van Cortlandt and the Mount Vernon Record. Written on \"The Ladies Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" letterhead.  2019-A-026","A.L.S. Richmond. Referred his letter to Regent.  Upton H. Herbert of Fairfax has been appointed Superintendent; repairs to commence immediately under his direction. ER-16, p. 264","A.L.S. Woburn, MA. Mrs. Everett's death, father and son to sail for Liverpool.  Pleased to find friendly relations between Regent and Mrs. Ritchie restored.  Few contributions of Ledger readers still come in. ER-9, p. 255","A.L.S. Southbury. Re Miss Cunningham's illness. ER-14, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. List rec'd.  Announcement of payment of final installment in Washington papers is premature.  Tells VR-Me in strict confidence that final payment will be deferred until a fund for maintenance has been raised.  July 1st G. W. Riggs arranged for Supt. Herbert and workmen to begin repairs at MV.  Regent's father died July 7th.  Regent will be at Cape May during August and September. ER-19, p. 63","A.L.S. Red Mouth, Louisiana. Accepts appointment as agent of Mt. Vernon Association. ER-400","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Note of sympathy at time of death of Regent's father. ER-12, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check for MVLA for $102.13.  Debt of MVLA. Reduced by $10,000 move to $31,666.67.  Some withheld for necessary repairs on the Mount Vernon property. ER-22, p. 9","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Morse $102.13.  Is unable presently to report on North Carolina contributions.  Regrets APC's loss, death of her father. ER-22, p. 7","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Two letters, one a continuation of the other upon receiving a letter from Mary McMakin. Regarding the death of her father.  Sends lists to be printed in Record.  ER-3, p. 205","A.L.S. Elizabeth. On the death of Regent's father. ER-8, p. 51","A.L.S. Cambridge.Asks for aid in approaching the Jewish people in Boston.  Refers to a letter from Geneva by Mrs. Greenough published in Boston Courier, two weeks ago. ER-12, p. 288","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on successful fundraising but wishes other states would do more. Mentions the death of Miss Cunningham's father the week prior. Miss Cunningham is going to Cape May to recover from her grief and hopes to see Mrs. Comegys during her stay there.. ER-17, p. 63","A.L.S. Farmerville, Union Parish, Louisiana. Received appointment as agent a few days ago--remits $50. and list of subscribers. E-401","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Fogg $200, for State of Tennessee.  From California $2396.88, from Vermont $350.35. Riggs also paid to Mr. Washington $5000 on July 16. ER-22, p. 11","A.L.S. Glengarry, Torrisdale. Miss Cunningham's bereavement. 4th of July celebrations in Pennsylvania. ER-5, p. 5","A.L.S. Florida. Acknowledges recipt of letter re arrangements with J.A. Washington.  Reports slight progress, funds from Masonic meeting, subscriptions. Sent draft for $224 to G.W. Riggs, funds from sale of GW portraits small. ER-4, p. 277","A.L.S. Burlington. Death of Regent's father.  Mr. Everett's eyes compel him to lessen correspondence. ER-9, p. 257","A.L.S. Houme, Louisiana. Wants to know prices portraits sell for--send portraits by Messrs. Bull, Ellis \u0026 Co. ER-402","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has sent to APC newspaper clipping from La. paper relating to Mt. Vernon preservation.","A.L.S. Ion, Louisiana. [Mistakenly addressed to Mr. M.E. Morse, Vice President of the Ladies Mt. Vernon Association]  Letter tendering her agency of Mt. Vernon Association arrived too late for her to appoint agents in districts to procure subscriptions on the 4th--sends draft for amount collected and has about $40 more subscribed.  Subscription list enclosed for Parish of Morehouse. ER-403","A.L.S. Normandie. Miss Reyburn refuses vice-regency for Missouri but offers to help Mrs. Hunt if she will accept position--Mrs. H. accepts Vice-Regency.  (enclosed in letter of Aug. 4, 1859, Miss Reyburn to Ann Pamela Cunningham). ER-5, p. 243","A.L.S. Vermont will soon have $1000; delighted with portraits to sell.  (Part of letter written by daughter). ER-11, p. 230","A.L.S. North Hartland. Re Regent's father death and declining health of her own father. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. Cambridge. Could not get any interest in July 4 plans.  Will send in $2000 in about 10 days.  Reports Mrs. Everett's death. ER-12, p. 127","A.L.S. Baltimore. Hebrew ladies of Baltimore give $100. ER-13, p. 40","Facsimile copy. RM-328, ER-3208","A.L.S. Washington. Forwards a letter to her from D.M. Higgins of Poolesville, MD. (A.L.S. enclosed) requesting 5 Washington portraits. 22-13 and 22-15.","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs funds on hand, and gives Regent an accounting with list of subscribers for Record. ER-14, p. 115","A.L.S. Ellicottville, NY. Meets opposition, now the \"purchase money is raised, what more do you want?\"  Suggests that a national celebration be proclaimed now purchase money has been paid.  Must find some new methods of raising funds for restoration. ER-12, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Miss McMakin checks for $892.80.  Reports on repair work and physical condition of Mount Vernon after Riggs and Mr. Herbert visited the Mansion. (22-17, 22-19)","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Dickinson $1834.03. ER-22, p. 21","Draft letter written for Ann Pamela Cunningham. Regent pleased with interest in restoration shown by Mssrs. Herbert, J.A. Washington and Riggs.  Advises opening old road, will submit wharf plans to VRs.  First wants to restore estate to its former state, later may undertake improvements and adornments.  Re expense of needed repairs in relation to income, $2000 from boat.  Does not want responsibility of clearing vistas now.  Since J.A.W. says present piazza differs from Washington's, advises waiting; only necessary repairs now.  Advises VRs concentrate on work on the wall, outhouses, etc. ER-1, p. 132","A.L.S. Atheneum, Washington Square. Realizes he should have rendered account of Portrait moneys but urgency of other duties prevented his finishing it--hopes to have it finished soon--recognizes as a temporary necessity her monthly subsidies to defray their expenses in publishing Record, but are anxious to make a force in the cause and a source of profit--feels it is to advantage of Association to render them further aid in this critical time--absolutely necessary to reprint back numbers, and have Vol. I bound up--plans to embellish it with elegant view of Mt. Vernon in colors--Everett portraits nearly ready--hope to be able to reimburse society soon for aid furnished--wishes her to let them have $240 as well as an advance on the August number. ER-D-69","A.L. (ER-D-124) and draft (ER-D-123) in writing of Mary McMakin or other secretary. The $380 Mr. Devereux borrowed last Dec. from Mr. Mitchell to meet expenses has not been repaid. Miss Cunningham feels obligated to pay it and deduct it from what will be due on August number.","A.L.S. Franklin Parish, Boeuf Prairie, Louisiana. Encloses $110 for fund. ER-404","A.L.S. Washington. Received $2500 from Mrs. Greenough, Vice Regent of Mass. ER-22, p. 23","A.L.S. Liverpool. Sends stationery Regent wished. ER-12, p. 127","A.L.S. Mendota. Re progress of Mount Vernon work in state, scarcity of money in state, have collected $220; appeal published widely in state, St. Paul has done little, thinks a more vigorous person should be appointed to succeed her, adds $30 collected in her village. ER-11, p. 234","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends $26.50 to Mr. Riggs. Proceeds from Mr. Miller's lecture at St. Mary's School, Raleigh. ER-14, p. 115","Incomplete A.L. His brother has Portrait account in hand--dearth of orders and money makes it difficult for them to manage--her refusal to pay the $240 for Oct. number has crippled them--asks her to reconsider paying money for reprint of Oct. number. ER-D-115","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $100.  Her own work lags because of her brother's death. ER-8, p. 55","A.L.S. Washington. Notified APC of receipt of $26.50 from P. Dickinson, Esq. of Wilmington, Delaware for a lecture delivered for the benefit of the MVLA at St. Mary Hall in Raleigh. ER-12, p. 25","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Sends $49.  Visited MV last Feb. 22.  Was at MV years ago but never dreamed of \"such ruin and decay as met us at every point.\" ER-12, p. 291","A.L.S. Mt. Savage, Allegany County, Maryland. Asks for personal interview if Miss Cunningham thinks favorably of her recommendations by Mr. Gould, for position of Assistant Secretary of MVLA. ER-15, p. 1","A.L.S. St. Louis. Encloses Mrs. Hunt's acceptance of Vice-Regency for Missouri--will help Mrs. H. to best of her ability if Miss C. can get no one else to fill position. ER-5, p. 243","A.L.S. Burlington. Approves of her intended visit to Cape May.  Defers European sailing to Sept. to take part in dedication of Webster statue.  Pleased with Mrs. Ritchie's and Regent's Philadelphia meeting.  Will remit all funds to Mr. Riggs before leaving, including $320 from Masonic lodges. ER-9, p. 259","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends condolences for her father's death. Updates on fundraising. ER-10, p. 207","A.L. Nashville. Recently written to 19 counties not addressed before and has 16 more.  Will apply to every school in Tenn. Before Sept. 20. (Part of letter missing.) ER-10, p. 245","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Capt. Drayton delivers Regent's letter.  Ill health and duties prevent her accepting VR for Pa. but her interest in MV is continuous.  Hopes she may find as efficient a VR for Pa. as M.M. Hamilton is in N.Y. ER-13, p. 151","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Angeline Schuyler sends $1107.28 from Jersey City - collected through her efficient methods in seven weeks. ER-8, p. 53","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent's poor health delays her action in selecting a new secretary.  Pleased that Supt. Herbert is so interested in the repairs. ER-16, p. 5","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Miss Catherine Dougherty $20 and a list of contributors.  Two contributors desire a portrait of George Washington. ER-22, p. 27","Draft. Grateful for sympathy. Miss Cunningham is resting from active duties for a time.  Re lists for Record, sketch of work of states first enlisting in Mount Vernon \"cause\", asks for returns on H.W. Miller's lectures, comments on appointment of Vice Regent for North Carolina.  Miss Cunningham finds duties extremely arduous. ER-14, p. 117","Copy in writing of Mary McMakin. Re cleaning out undergrowth.  Asks for monthly report on workmen, and work at Tomb.  Becomes wary of speculators and patrotic offers.  Asks his opinion on new proposition for travel by road and the toll involved. ER-11, p. 89","Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Acknowledges remittance.  Regent ill but begs Mrs. Sibley not to resign at present as difficulties can be adjusted.  Keeping contributors' names for Archives.  Problems of receipts from lecture, credit given contributors and membership in Association. ER-11, p. 60-61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to Mr. Devereux' \"mysterious disappearance\".  Has any quantity of lists ready for him.  Has not seen July MV Record.  Has L.L. Macalester's papers locked up.  Reports Henry Gilpin's serious illness and Richard Rush's death. ER-13, p. 155","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Gives her information on rooms at Cape May for the summer (Envelope addressed to Alexandria, Virginia).","A.L.S. with typed transcription. Mount Vernon. Labor now employed - 7 carpenters, 2 brick-layers, 3 laborers.  Work on seed houses, west end flower garden, wall with paling restored after Washington's plan.  Cites Lossing's account in Harper's magazine.  Wall connecting seed house and greenhouse repaired, seed house west end vegetable garden and outhouse at east end repaired and wall connecting two.  Laborers have traced out old walls and cleaned them.  Will give his opinion on Messrs. Tuthill and Co., later. ER-3, p. 213","A.L.S. New York. Sends $100 on account of percent of sales of their Mount Vernon fine cut chewing tobacco. ER-12, p. 291","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Otis' returns on Ball, $6000--WISHES Report printed in Record.  Re Regent's inquiries re a new sec., and women's salaries.  $600 is highest paid in Boston private schools; exception Agassiz pays $800.  Will take short vacation, had none in 1yr., 3 mos. since taking up MV work. ER-12, p. 131","A.L.S. St. Louis. Will give Mrs. Hunt's history in detail after talking to her again--hopes for Mt. Vernon depend largely on this city--large French population, \u0026 Mrs. Hunt has influence here \u0026 in all other groups--members of the old organization here were unsuccessful, but sanguine in hopes for new group. ER-5, p. 245","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Thanks McMakin for correcting her \"erroneous\" impression re Southern Matron.  Refers to position she considers as \"Private Sec. to the Regent.\"  Hopes for interview with Regent at Cape May about Sept. 1. ER-15, p. 2","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. McMakin writing on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Requests information on the harpsichord to be donated to Mount Vernon by Mrs. Lee. RM-523, ER-4264, 2 p.","A.L.S. Newport. Received $741.97 from her district. New York State has contributed $35,000.  Purchase money ($200,000) raised in about 1 1/2 yrs.  Regent withheld last payment so as to have money for most of necessary repairs, cleaning up paths, Tomb, etc. ER-12, p. 290","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. On behalf of Miss Cunningham. ER-16, p. 9","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J.On behalf of Miss Cunningham. Quotes a newspaper article re a Ball to be given for the MV Fund in N.J. at $5.00 a couple.  Asks for accurate information for MV Record. ER-16, p. 8","A.L.S. Thanking him for \"handsome contribution\" of Society of Cincinnati.  Asks for list of members for the Mount Vernon Archives. ER-16, p. 6","Draft or copy. Re a lost report, has only newspaper accounts of sum raised at Ball. ER-12, p. 129","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check from Miss McMakin of J.L. Donaldson for $250.  Receipt of $63 from Mrs. Murat (Tallahassee, Fla), $1 from Christopher Caumack (Wash, D.C.) and a contribution from John J. Beall of the Georgetown (D.C.) Mason's Lodge #5. ER-22, p. 29","A.L.S. Philadelphia. The [Express ?] has stopped running to Cape Island--how shall he send her letters and papers? ER-D-100","A.L.S. New York. Has started work on \"large octavo\" giving NY's record, to be placed with similar volumes from other states in MV archives.  Suggestions re funds for restoration.  Asks to have subscription books returned. ER-12, p. 293","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Acknowledges Mrs. Comegys's letter of condolence on death of Regent's father.  Vice Regent of Missouri appointed, Mrs. W.P. Hunt of Saint Louis, gives method of choosing her, and some of her activities and characteristics.  Through Mrs. Goodrich, Miss Tracy of Troy, N.Y. is recommended to Regent as secretary. ER-17, p. 64","A.L.S. Cambridge, Private. Re Mrs. Otis' lost report on Boston Ball. ER-12, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Provides requested information on harpsichord presented to Mount Vernon Ladies' Association by Mrs. Lee. ER-4265, p. 2","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent asks Vice Regents for population in their respective states, so she may apportion the quota of funds each state is expected to raise. ER-16, p. 10","A.L.S. St. Louis. History of Mrs. Ann Lucas Hunt, VR for Missouri, and of her family--French origin--when this is published send copies to some members of the family.  ER-5, p. 247","A.L.S. Boston. Compelled to give up European voyage.  Mrs. Eve tells him Regent does not wish to take possession of Mount Vernon for a year or two.  Asks about remitting further contributions.  Glad she has the Vice Regent of Missouri satisfactorily arranged, and prospect of  new sec. ER-9, p. 261","Draft signed. Received his letter with account against Regent for $600 in behalf of former secretary Miss Johnson. Regent unable to attend to duties temporarily from reasons of health. He must be ignorant of contract between his ward and Miss. Cunningham. Explains circumstances of contract and Miss Johnson's resignation. ER-11, p. 105","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Regent requests him to forward funds on hand in Mass. To be used on installment of purchase price to be paid John A. Washington. ER-16, p. 66","A.L.S. Nashville. Acknowledges receipt of Mount Vernon Record handsomely bound.  $1200 as 4th of July offering not noted.  Readers of Record are offended at omission of Tennessee's contributions.  Sends him list of subscribers to publish promptly and send her 18 copies. Only half of Tennesee has been canvassed. Success of future work depends on prompt publication of Tennessee report.  Will retain money now until lists sent in are published. ER-10, p. 247","A.L.S. Richmond. Expresses sympathy on hearing of death of Regent's father.  Sends $20 for GW portraits. ER-16, p. 267","A.L.S. Southbury. Declares her loyalty to Regent reports raising $5500; rejoices that she, a Massachusetts woman, has raised as much as this in Conn. ER-4, p. 60","A.L.S. Near Washington, D.C. Wishes his letter of February 1859 to be \"destroyed\" and this letter to take its place. Offers his services and/or employment to the MVLA to help with restoration of Mount Vernon. Wants to make it his life's work.","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $372.06, has $7325.89 on hand. Suggests paying $5000 on last bond. Nine hundred spent on repairs. Outhouses, garden walls, etc. very dilapidated. Cannot get estimate on repairs. Mr. Herbert repairing garden walls now. ER-22, p. 31","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Acknowledges her letters re \"Carnival\" for Mount Vernon fund.  Plan for paying last installment appeared in June Report and was approved by Vice Regents.  In new Appeal, wishes to announce all but few thousand paid, and ask public for remaining sum.  Wishes to call in all sums in officers' hands.  Asks for $1100 now in New York State fund. ER-16, p. 11","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Poor monetary condition of the state. Thinks if Everett would come west to lecture, people would pay to hear him even in hard times.","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Has not reported for several months, but has collected $300 since May, which she will send to Mr. Riggs.  Will soon go to Jackson where she will make a last effort for a grand demonstrations. ER-14, p. 85","A.L.S. \"Private and confidential.\" Requests that she consider their mutual kinsman, Bushrod W. Herbert, whose poor health dictates travel, to act as our agent to solicit contributions for the Association during his journeyings. ER-4263, p. 2","A.L.S. Walnut Farm, Jefferson County, VA. \"Private and confidential.\" Identical to previous letter concerning kinsman Bushrod Herbert soliciting for funds for the MVLA. John Augustine Washington III kinsman, Bushrod W. Herbert, intends to travel about some to regain waning health and would like to have Regent give him power to solicit funds for Mount Vernon.  ER-9, p. 81","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Tracy, \"my successor\", not yet arrived.  Regent wants to take possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, but wants an investment in advance that will  yield $6000 per annum.  Is preparing to make an Appeal to pubic this fall.  Amount for purchase and repairs now raised.  Cites parts of country from which more money is expected. ER-16, p. 13","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent received remittance and list of names.  Enough lists in publisher's hands for two or three numbers of Record. ER-16, p. 67","A.L.S. St. Louis. Kept no copy of letter regarding Mrs. Hunt's anticedants--will be difficult to collect all the facts about her again--every spare minute spent on Mount Vernon work--comparative failure of first organizaton--preparations for a Fair on Dec. 12--much of work falls on her shoulders--wants some mosses \u0026 autumn leaves from Mt. Vernon to be used in making objects for sale at Fair -- are any Washington autographs available to sell?--wants a dozen photographs of Mt. Vernon for her sister-in-law to arrannge with mosses and autumn leaves for sale at Fair--cannot use Mrs. Hamilton's offices and arrangemens for Association in St. Louis. ER-5, p. 251","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re lists of contibutors and other paper for Record, also mail that she fears did not reach Regent. ER-13, p. 157","A.L.S. Philadelphia. States that the work of The Association is accomplished through the \"voluntary self consecration of the women of our land,\" and therefore  paid agents have been employed to collect funds.  For this reason, she must refuse the request of Bushrod W. Herbert for such employment. ER-4267, p. 4","A.L.S. Pine Bluff, Arkansas.Sends list of Lady Managers appointed and draft for $271.00. ER-14, p. 111","A.L.S. Boston. Neglects almost everything to prepare Webster Eulogy for the 17th.  Writes articles for new edition of Edinburgh encyclopedia on George Washington.  Sends also (not here) a detailed statement of Mount Vernon fund he has raised.  If $100,000 can be raised for repairs and restoration he advises taking over Mount Vernon in February.  Suggests considering federal Government aid. ER-9, p. 263","Encloses list (no longer with letter) which she hopes to increase. Has done \"work for the cause\" while in this country.  Says a Mr. Parker is to soon send $500, when that sum is reached.  \"Miss Clapp's salary is irrespective of hoard.\"","A.L.S. Nashville. Acknowledges Regent's assurances that Tennessee's $4000 shall be published in Record. Will render soon an exact account of contributions and expenditures. Redoubles effort to raise $8000 or $10,000 when she expects to stop.  Has received paper for flowers and will send receipts from Fair promptly, also send her Reports to Devereux and Co. ER-10, p. 251","A.L.S. Washington. On this day has paid last of debt of \"the Mt.Vernon Ladies' Association to Mr. Washington ten thousand dollars ($10,000).\"","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Miss Hamilton of $5000 and has paid $10000 to Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 33","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham sends hair cut from her head \"ten years hence\". ER-17, p. 65","A.L.S. Philadelphia. In writing of Sarah Tracy, signed by APC. With original envelope. Thanks Mrs. Lewis for the gift of Nelly Custis's harpsichord. ER-3351, RM-418","A.L.S. Washington. Received his letter and check for $312.50 collected by Mrs. Morse from La. ER-405","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC finds it necessary to make an appeal to the public for \"the large amount now required to make it safe for the association to take possession of the estate.\"  Wishes Riggs not to make another payment to Mr. Washington until APC hears from him. ER-23, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington. To forward copy of the account of the MVLA to APC . Also receipt of $312.50 from Mrs. Morse of Louisiana noted. ER-22, p. 37","A.L.S. Tunkhannock, PA. Encloses $10 from Wyoming County -- very little success in collecting for the association. ER-5, p. 5","A.L.S. St. Louis. Revised account of background and family of Anne Lucas Hunt, VR of Missouri -- portrait of Washington and Mt. Vernon sold. ER-5, p. 249","A.L.S. Selins Grove. Snyder County is backward--not one in six persons knows anything about Mt. Vernon -- only $5 collected. ER-5, p. 6","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of check from APC for $100 \"secured from the dead letters office.\" ER-22, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks Miss Hamilton to send Mrs. Chase and Miss Ogen copies of an article of Mount Vernon in the morning \"Press\". ER-16, p. 68","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends a piece from newspaper which Miss Cunningham wants to be published in other newspapers throughout country. Article deals with subjects which will prepare public for her next appeal for money. ER-406","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Examines plans and estimates for wharves, recommends pile wharf, sketch 2, with modifications, to parallel threat of stream, estimate $2800.  Recommends shed roof over part, no ornamentation.","Three handwritten copies of Meigs' letter to Miss Cunningham regarding the wharf repairs. ER-3, p. 183; ER-11, p. 91; ER-17, p. 69","Reprint drawing \"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream\" showing design and repairs of the wharf at Mount Vernon. Adhered to cardstock paper with a news clipping appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham on the reverse dated December 9, 1859. Brief note concerning the recommendation for the wharf also enclosed.","A.L.S. Washington. ER-22, p. 41","A.L.S. Boston. Total or part of Mount Vernon fund can be forwarded on day's notice at Regent's request - is meanwhile on interest in bank.  Has had invitation from the West thinking he was to be in Nashville the 10th. ER-9, p. 265","Speaks of the future of Mount Vernon.   Is getting the support of Free Soilers (not Abolitionists) behind her, because of political situation.  Mentions that Miss Wilson may not be the wisest choice for V-R of New Hampshire. ER-12, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check from \"L. Haven, Esqr. Treas. Of Vice Regent of Maine's\" for $2000 for MVLA. ER-22, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Gov. Reid of the Cincinnati Society of South Carolina $315.07 for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 45","A.L.S. New Orleans. $60 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 128","A.L.S. Washington. Announces receipt from Charles J. Helm, US Consul General in Havana, of $145.25 for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 47","A.L.S. in writing of Sarah Tracy, signed by Miss Cunningham. Philadelphia. Encloses checks to Riggs.  Pennsylvania - on Girard Bank (Phila) $2250.97, Arkansas on Bank of Wilmington  $271.00, total of $2821.97. ER-23, p.-127","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Desire of APC to place in next Record a reference to Mr. Washington's contribution to the MVLA.  Wants Riggs to notify her of exact size of the gift that it can be acknowledged through the Record. ER-23, p. 129","A.L.S. Nashville. Check on Manhattan Bank (N.Y.) for $298 \u0026 $2 in gold as contribution to the MVLA from Tennessee. ER-23, p. 130","A.L.S. with typed transcript. Mount Vernon. Visitors to MV and dates - Fire companies of Philadelphia and Washington on boats \"America\" and \"Franklin,\" also Association of printers.  Engineer has located 2 roads with easy grades.  Buying pickets for fence.  J.A. Washington says there is not enough water to cover 5 acres for a lake.  Asks for another copy of plan of wall and fence. ER-3, p. 217","A.L.S. Washington. Contributions collected by Consul General at Havana on 4th of July. Is making her a copy of his account from the beginning. ER-22, p. 49","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $60. ER-22, p. 52","A.L.S. Washington. Cannot tell precisely what Mr. Washington's gift amounts to, but appears, according to the President of the Steamboat Co. to be $1228.25. ER-22, p. 51","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Isaac Morse of Lousiana of $60. ER-22, p. 53","A.L.S. Point Coupee. Encloses $90.50 from Pointe Coupee Parish. ER-407","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Mr. Fogg of Tennessee of $300.10 for the MVLA reported to APC. ER-22, p. 55","A.L.S. Wilmington, N.C. Sends check for $57.71, from Henry W. Miller's lecture in Henderson County. ER-23, p. 131","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send checks for portraits payable to Miss Cunningham's order instead of Mr. Devereux. Miss Cunningham to offer Vice Regent of Texas to Mrs. Mason although she is much younger than other Vice Regent's. This winter's work important to get funds for income and repair of Mount Vernon before taking possession. ER-408","A.L.S. Washington. Gives up her office as \"Asst. Sec.\" because of moving to Washington.  Describes visit to MV.  Returns all of Regent's papers and thanks her for many kindnesses. ER-13, p. 158-159","A.L.S. Sends to Riggs $339.64 to credit to MVLA. ER-23, p. 133","A.L.S. Regarding fundraising. ER-14, p. 85","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends clippings on MV in Boston Transcript. ER-12, p. 137","A.L.S. Washington. Statement of account with Mount Vernon Association. Received $207,586.52; spent $206,968.13. Has since received more funds and will pay another $5000 to Mr. Washington when she advises it. Has on hand $10,000 in Treasury notes, $10,000 in Va. Bonds, 13 shares stock in Central R.R. and Banking Co. of Georgia and 4 shares stock in Farmer's Bank of Virginia. Has made statement as explicit as possible. ER-22, p. 59","A.L.S. Wilmington. To Riggs for credit of MVLA a check for $26.50. ER- 23, p. 132","A.L.S. St. Louis. Advises against republication of article--much prejudice to overcome in city--reports that Mt. Vernon will be turned over to state of Virginia after purchase--should Fair be put off until May? ER-5, p. 253","A.L.S. Nashville. Sent Mr. Riggs today $1175 collected by 2 agents at State Fair which makes $1500 sent in 12 days.  Asks Regent to tell John Augustine Washington some VRs are indignant at visitors cutting Tomb shrubbery for walking sticks.  New York adopts her Essentials of Science.  Commends Miss Lerned's Gen. Washington and his Baptism.  Pleased with Harper's May article on MV. ER-10, p. 255","A.L. St. Joseph, Louisiana. Enclosed $5 as contribution to Mount Vernon from 3 little sons of Judge Farrar. Asks Mr. Grisham to give the money to Mrs. Morse. ER-409","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt from Mrs. McWillie of draft for $339.64 for the MVLA.  Asks APC's permission to pay Mr. Washington the next payment due. ER-21, p. -61","A.L.S. Nashville. Two checks totaling $1175 to Riggs, one for $600, one for $575. ER-23, p. 135","Citizens Bank of Louisiana. Check on Bank of America for the MVLA for $50 from Louisiana. ER-23, p. 137","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending to Mrs. Morse by express 25 copies of the Washington picture and 50 of the Everett picture. ER-410","Print letter signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham.  Regent calls a \"meeting of the Grand Council\", as is her duty according to the Constitution and bylaws Dec. 31, 1859 in Washington City. ER-17, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Riggs is in N.Y. City--receipt of checks for $600 and $575 from Mrs. Fogg. ER-21, p. 63","A.L.S. Boston. Received Miss Tracy's letter.  William Pearce, nephew of George Washington's overseer 1793-98 offers to sell to MVLA, price not named, 120 letters, about 500 pages in Washington's handwriting.  Suggests buying if they can be had for $1000. ER-9, p. 267","A.L.S. Salem, Michigan. Announces that several cities have asked him to speak for the benefit of the \"Mt. Vernon Fund.\"  1st lecture to be at Salina [Michigan?] 15 Nov 1859.  Feels sure he can succeed in raising money for the MVLA with the support of the Regent.  Feels in the winter he can \"nett\" $10,000 to $20,000 for the MVLA.  List of references supplied.","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $50 from Margaretta Morse of Louisiana for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 65","A.L.S. Acknowledges on G.W. Riggs' behalf, check for $50. from Margaretta Morse. ER-411","A.L.S. New York. Rejoices the West is contributing.  Suggests article in Constitution providing for \"vote by proxy.\" ER-4, p. 65","A.L.S. Oswego. Reason for delays in MV contributions due to local needs.  Collected 35 cents on Feb. 22.  City has suffered greatly from financial depression.  Sends $24.35. ER-12, p. 295","A.L.S. Dover. Encloses check for $300 on the Southtrack Bank for the MVLA--collected by Mrs. Comegys. ER-23, p. 139","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends to him the following checks:  Indiana- check for $600.00; Kentucky - check for $488.50, check for $139.30; Rhode Island - check for $272.00; Iowa - check for $57.55; Total $1557.35.  [card 2] US Army - New Mexico - Fort Defiance - check for $55.00, Fort Defiance check for $111.50; Washington Territory - Ft. Vancouver - check for $68.00, cash $1.00; Texas - Ft. Bliss - check for $9.50; total $1802.35 [add]. ER-23, p. 143","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Three copies of a letter from Ann Pamela Cunningham to each Vice Regent of the MVLA, November 19 1859. Discusses urgent repairs needed to the wharf and requests approval or disapproval of the plans for improvement. ER-17, p. 68; ER-11, p. 92-93","A.L.S. Philadelphia. \"Strictly Private and Confidential.\"  Letter covers the question of calling a Council meeting, which the Regent feels is necessary. RM-181, ER-2552. 3 p.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. [Strictly private \u0026 confidential, similar to letters sent other Vice Regents]  Concerns the Association's Constitution, fundraising within states, and whether or not to call a Grand Council meeting. ER-17, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. [(Strictly private \u0026 confidential). Similar letter sent to all Vice Regents.  Encloses citation for council, as constitution requires, but thinks there is no need for one this year and desires VR's not to comply with citation. Public shouldn't know about this  (cover included). ER-412","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Strictly private and confidential. Constitution's provisions for raising funds, calling Annual meetings and nature of Grand Council.  Reason for a call for a meeting, and since funds are still being raised, wisdom of having VRs not respond to call. ER-19, p. 67","A.L.S. in writing of secretary, signed by APC. See 1859, Nov 19, Ann Pamela Cunningham to a Vice-Regent re: wharf. ER-19, p. 65 19-65","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Riggs for the financial report.  Wishes to pay Washington another $10,000 before she starts public appeal for funds.  Encloses checks for $1802.35.  Soon expects an additional $1600 to arrive. ER-23, p. 14123-141","A.L.S. Washington. \"I have on this day paid on account of the last bond of the Mt. Vernon Ladies Association to Mr. Washington Five Thousand Dollars ($5000).\" ER-22, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. Received $300 from J.P. Wild. Also, discusses payments to JAW. ER-22, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has received plan of Mount Vernon wharf and explanation by Capt. Meigs, USA, which she thinks admirable. ER-13, p. 61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent asks Miss Hamilton to send her copy of a letter from John A. Washington, in which he says there are no debts or liabilities upon the Estate, same to be used to contradict statements being widely circulated that such exist. ER-16, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends her clipping from morning paper stating John Augustine Washington owes five hundred thousand dollars and the MVLA was swindled out of their money. Her father wrote to the paper to correct the account. ER-13, p. 60","A.L.S. Lauderdale. Enclosed is $20.  check--lists subscribers. ER-413","A.L.S. Mobile. Response to her 4th of July appeal was great, people gave $800 which she forwards to Riggs and asks that he announce this fact publicly. ER-23, p. 145","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Wants Mr. Riggs to provide her (APC) with the facts stating that Mr. Washington has not, in fact, sold Mount Vernon out from under the MVLA.  This rumor could kill the MVLA, unless stifled. ER-23, p. 146","A.L.S. Writes to deplore insulting rumors about Washington's motives in selling Mount Vernon and to speculate on what action might be taken to counter act them. RM-523, ER-4267, 4 p.","A.L.S. New York. Difficulties in complying with Miss Cunningham's request for Lady Managers' reports.  Asks how to send money.  Commends the Record. ER-14, p. 73","A.L.S. New York. Re letters and articles from John A. Washington.  Asks prospects of taking possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, re improvements under Upton Herbert in process.  Still receives a little money; disappointed in Masons.  Returns opinions of Mr. Ruggles for Regent to submit to her legal advisor. ER-12, p. 295","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Says this false report of sale of Mount Vernon to other than the MVLA stems from Chicago (he believes) where Mr. Washington bought land - says not the slightest foundation to the story.  For APC's satisfaction, however, Mr. Riggs has contacted friends in Alexandria as to the validity of the matter. ER-22, p.-71","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Satisfies APC that talks of the sale of Mount Vernon are false.  His friends in Alexandria state that Mr. Washington has been involved in \"no judgements on land.\"  Tells her his confidents are Mr. Washington's bankers. ER-22, p. 73-73","A.L.S. Richmond. As counsel for J.A Washington did not search Fairfax Co. records for liens on MV but has written clerk for authentic information on this question. ER-3, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re title to Mount Vernon.  Regent has not yet complied with John Augustine Washington's request to have the Association's lawyer examine Mount Vernon title thoroughly.  The press is bringing up the question unfavorably. ER-9, p. 79","Photostat. Boston. Violent attacks on both of them by the Press. Attempts to discredit \"Mt. Vernon Papers\", written for the Ledger. For this reason he hesitated to accept Bonner's offer of $10,000 to write articles for fear of injuring interests. Offers to write more articles for Ledger but will not contribute money to Mount Vernon fund, because he needs money to supplement greatly reduced income. ER-511, PS-534","A.L.S. Annapolis. Suggests several Maryland women to add to the cause. ER 3-218","A.L.S. Fairfax Co. Court House. Moss informs Burke that Mr. John Washington holds title for Mt. Vernon and the story he had sold it is wholly false.  If the MVLA desires it, Moss will furnish absolute proof of John A. Washington's title to Mt. Vernon. ER-23, p. 149-149","A.L.S. Washington. Conveys information of Alfred Moss to John W. Burke, that Mount Vernon is still in hands of Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 75","A.L.S. New York. Approves plan for pier, for no meeting of Council at present and for appointment of Sarah Tracy as Sec.  Asks if Regent wants Mr. Badeau, a writer, to counteract in the newspaper, the unfavorable public opinion toward J.A. Washington.  Asks why Mrs. S.L. Pellet's articles in Record are discontinued. ER-4, p. 66","A.L.S. New Orleans. Approves Capt. Meigs' selection for wharf.  Thinks annual meeting unnecessary. Not demanded by Charter.  Hopes that MVLA will possess Mount Vernon the next year. ER-14, p. 47","A.L.S. Brief note - seems to be the last page of a letter or a postscript to a letter. Says she has \"written you everything\" and believes they can \"keep the place unpolluted.\" Says there are many sorrows in life, almost every day we must live in sorrow. ER-15, p. 18","A.L.S. and a copy in the writing of John Augustine Washington III. Mount Vernon. He found papers, one in Washington's writing, with details on the measurements of different parts of the Mansion and estate. Forwards them to her, four papers, formerly 5; one on Lawn, Garden, Gates is mislaid.  W-812/A-D","A.L.S. Keckuk, Iowa. Re plan for wharf by Capt. Meigs. ER-17, p. 91","A.L.S. St. Louis. Leaves decision regarding levee to A.P.C.--wishes her to write denial of article in newspapers, stating Mt. Vernon had several mortages on it previous to purchase by Association--cannot get any more money until denial is issued. ER-5, p. 255","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Riggs for information on Mr. Washington.  Notes that New York papers are \"making a great noise\" about the sale of Mount Vernon.  APC wishes to stifle it promptly.  Asks Mr. Riggs to telegraph to her \"the amount of funds now in the Treasury.\" ER-23, p. 151","Telegram. Washington.  \"In hands of treasurer. Twenty six hundred and twenty three dollars seventy nine cents\" ER-22, p. 79","A.L.S. Washington. Informs APC that he has telegraphed information on the account of the MVLA she has requested.  Expresses regret over the effect of the newspaper stories in New York regarding Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 77","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Building a new pier. Newspaper article saying John A. Washington swindled the Ladies because they cannot get clear title. Hard time interesting people in Mount Vernon.  (Envelope addressed to Philadelphia, Pa. and dated Dec. 3)","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $547. ER-8, p. 59","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Informs Mr. Riggs that in order to stay the rumors of Mr. Washington's sale or that Mount Vernon is liable for debts, must have absolute proof to the contrary.  Asks Mr. Riggs to forward to her the letter of the clerk of the Fairfax Co. Court. ER-23, p. 153","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent requests Mrs. M. to contradict any statement re debts or liabilities against Mount Vernon Estate, if such are being published; if not, await official satement re same from Regent. ER-16, p. 70","Handwritten report of his visit to inspect the \"recesses, boundaries, and environs\" of Mount Vernon.  His previous statement of boundaries erroneous.  Shape is \"irregular trapesium\" rather than pentagonal.  Plans to create a lake of the inlet spokes of as a boundary, separated from the Potomac River by a dike.  Possible to keep lake filled from Little Hunting Creek or Dogue Run.  (This is his plan to transform \"Hell-hole\" from swamp to a \"shining lake\").  Reports rest of Mt. Vernon's boundaries.  Plans, in January 1860, to get Congress to purchase plateau to join backline of Mt Vernon to be a National Botanic Garden and to further protect Mt. Vernon from encroachment.  Has sent Mr. Herbert the description of a barrier fence to enclose Mt. Vernon on the land side.  Discusses best plants for use as a hedge to enclose Mt. Vernon.  Discusses improvements on Mt. Vernon.  Opposes use of statuary, \"mythological allusions,\" etc. on the plantation.  Mentions plans for the monument in Washington, D.C. to George Washington.  Brooks wants to create a prospect tower with a crypt for George Washington -- to be a focal point.  Mentions as architectural and landscape gardening flaws of Mt. Vernon.  His desire to \"improve\" the approach to Mount Vernon from the wharf.  Hopes that the ladies will delete at Mt. Vernon all not consistent with, or contributing Regent requests Mrs. M. to contradict any statement re debts or liabilities against MV Estate, if such are being published; if not, await official statement re same from Regent.to the true ideal of the might, majesty, and simplicity of this renowned occupant.\"","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses letter to be sent to Fairfax Country Court Clerk. Has been annoyed by many letters begging her to contradict \"this absurd rumor.\" ER-23, p. 155","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent planned to make an Appeal to public for money needed for restoration and repairs.  Awaits Treasurer Riggs' exact statement of Assn's financial status.  Now must first contradict false statements being published of mortgage against estate by a statement from Fairfax Recorder that none such has ever existed.  Hopes to raise $120,000.  Some states have already given their quota, but new member states have not had time to raise it.  Hopes E. Everett will lecture in southern cities.  Asks VRs to renew their invitations to E.E. for lectures in their respective localities. ER-16, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC planning another public appeal.  Suspicion aroused because $10,000 of the MVLA funds invested in Treasury notes, paying 4% interest, while MVLA paying to Mr. Washington 6%.  APC requests Mr. Riggs to convert $5000 of the notes to cash to be paid to Mr. Washington with interest paid to date on the last bond.  Wishes to keep other $5000 in Treasury notes as a contingency fund. ER-23, p. 154","A.L.S. Washington. Has credited to MVLA $5000 in Treasury notes at 4 1/2% (211.22) or $5211.22 and will pay it to Mr. Washington promptly. ER-22, p. 81","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Agrees with Regent on date considered for Council.  Sends $30 for fund but thinks not much more will be subscribed in state. ER-4, p. 273","A.L.S. Washington. Has this day paid, on the last bond, $5000 to Mr. J.A. Washington. ER-22, p. 8322-83","A.L.S. Washington. To pay J.A. Washington $5000.  The interest on the bond must 1st be settled with Mr. Washington's agents before payment. ER-22, p. 85","A.L.S. Boston. Receives her letters and plans for the landing; thinks Capt. Meigs' approbation sufficient; Mr. Riggs will undoubtedly contract for work.  Advises counsel with D.P. Brown re MV title.  Delivered Washington's oration at Portland, Me. and Dedham - not high returns.  General conditions make trip into South problematic.  Sends copy of his Fanuiel Hall Speech.  If MVLA does not wish G/W letters to William Pearce on sale by nephew, E.E. will keep them. ER-9, p. 269","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent's clippings from Philadelphia Press taken promptly to Enquirer.  Political news crowds Mount Vernon news out of press. ER-16, p. 272","A.L.S. Alfred Moss, Clerk of the Fairfax County Court, to Sarah Tracy. Reports brief account of conveyance of property by Mrs. Jane C. Washington to her son, J.A, (1225 acres). No mortgage ever been taken on property.  MVLA acquired title April 19, 1858. ER-3, p. 187","A.L.S. Wilmington. Asks advice on whether to leave money in Cape Fear Bank at no interest or to invest in Bonds of state of Virginia, only $2316.56 to their credit. ER-14, p. 115","A.L.S. Brief note. Check for $341.00 enclosed. ER-23, p. 155","A.L.S. Manor House. Reports an excuse given by two rich men to why they will not given money to Mount Vernon. ER-12, p. 294","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Wishes her \"Appeal\" not to be re-run in the \"National Intelligencer\" or \"The Union\" for political reasons.  Reminds Mr. Riggs that taxes on Mount Vernon are due in January. ER-23, p. 156","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends copies of her Appeal and official statement contradicting falsehoods re mortgage against Mount Vernon estate.  Will return Irving's autograph soon. ER-16, p. 72","A.L.S. San Francisco. Received call to Council, and Capt. Meigs' plan of wharf which she approves.  Reports John A. Washington has been \"bitterly denounced in all our papers for…hard terms imposed,\" have reported also his failure.  VR Blanding has given a \"positive public denial\" to latter. ER-8, p. 250","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Re E. Everett's lecture speaking again in Harrisburg, suggests giving his lecture on Charity.  Regrets Harrisburg contributions have not been more. ER-13, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. At request of Alex., MV, \u0026 Accotink Turnpike Co., in answer to letter of August 25, 1859, sends copy of Petition to Va. Senate and House delegates.  Asks MV Assn to consider same promptly as Biennial Session meets soon.  R.R. Co. offers to pay Assn percentage on passengers to MV; hourly service year round.  Co. has no desire to interfere with interests and welfare of Assn.  Asks for suggestions.  With approval of Assn., R.R. can be completed early in 1860, etc.  Francis E. Johnston, Pres. ER-8, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Forwards copy of \"appeal\" and report Ann Pamela Cunningham feels obliged to publish a letter in response to a 'foolish article in the papers\". ER-4259","A.L.S. New York. Sends $300 and requests listing in Mount Vernon Record. ER-14, p. 72","A.L.S. Richmond. Mentions that her eyes are bothering her. Discusses Linda and her theatrical aspirations. Says of her husband \"[he] is all that you could desire\".","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends twenty copies of Appeal and report; hopes Lady Managers can have them copied. ER-16, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re \"Washington carriage\" in possession of William Dunlap, owned by Samuel Powel, who wants it given to MVLA. S.W.Dewey tried to persuade U.S. Congress to buy MV in 1845 (see Pa. Cultivator, Oct. 1848, p. 66-67), 1846 asked Washington family on what terms they would sell Mansion, Tomb and 150 acres. Had pamphlet printed with their terms of $100,000. Gives details of plan. When President addressed Washington family, price increased to $200,000, which was considered unwarranted. Comments on John. A. Washington's use of money received from MVLA. ER-9, p. 80","A.L.S. Richmond. Re title of MV. If Assn has not all it wants for clear title he will furnish it. ER-3, p. 189","A.L.S. Washington. Will spend winter in Washington, but her sec. will attend to MV business in her absence. Sends list of subscribers, and drafts for $342.50. ER-14, p. 111","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Receives note for Mr. McMichael agreeing to publish Appeal, will call and read it to her. ER-13, p. 62","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Returns Irving's autograph note - lithograhed in Mount Vernon Records. 2 sets Devereux electrotype broken. Supply application blanks exhausted. Sec. Tracy on vacation. U.S. Middies, Annapolis, contribute. Over $2000 received since last report. California contributes over $1100. ER-11, p. 94","Photostat. Intent to travel to South in Spring wrote article for Encyclopedia Britannica on George Washington - revising it \"for the American reader\". This will delay his trip South. Praises her efforts for the MVLA. ER-512 a,b","Small note. \"Mr RW Johnson transmits to Mr GW Riggs for acc of Mt. Vernon Association  Cash $263.00  Draft 79.50 Total 342.50. ER-23, p. 159","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC has given Messrs. Devereux Trd Co. an order on Mr. Riggs for $600 \"on account of the last number of the 'Record'.\" ER-23, p. 157","A.L.S. Baltimore. Recommends Miss Hollingsworth and Mrs. Kennedy as effective prospective workers for MV. ER-13, p. 41","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to typographic error in Mount Vernon Record; difficulties with organization in Maryland; asks Mrs. Comegys' aid. ER-17, p. 71","A.L.S. Keene, New Hampshire. Quotes letter from Miss Spalding, Lady Manager of Grafton County, complaining about not receiving portraits ordered from Devereux \u0026 Co. Money was sent but cannot even get answer to letter. Also list of subscribers. ER-5, p. 133","A.L.S. Small note. Check for $33 enclosed. ER-23, p. 159","A.L.S. Nashville. Agrees with idea of new wharf. Agrees also that a meeting of the Council of the MVLA, \"although constitutional is certainly not necessary, and would probably be a failure\". ER-10, p. 257-259","A.L.S. Encloses check for $181.00 collected by Mrs. Dickinson. ER-23, p. 160","A.L.S. Boston. Receives $100 for lecture in near-by village. Sorry his delay in acknowledging Regent's Report suggested his dissatisfaction - as Report is better than he anticipated. Assures her of his unreserved approval of her work. States his views on address in \"the Union\" for MV cause and emphasizes need for keeping out of sectionalism. Wants to go South but articles on G/W for new Encycl. Britannica, Amer. ed., and hardships of travel delay plans. Has long desired to visit southwest. Aggregate receipts for last 3 G/W orations  $535 (25c per ticket). ER-9, p. 271","A.L.S. Wilmington.  Sends $265.50, making total for No.Car. $5151.50 Congratulates N.C. on having Mrs. Letitia H. Walker of Greensboro as her successor. ER-14, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Unable to get \"Appeal\" to the public into newspapers because of excitement of Congressional news. Therefore, an \"Extra\" to be published and disseminated by MVLA. Each Vice Regent to pass them about in her respective state. ER-414","A.L.S. Chicago. Pictures being circulated. Depression makes it difficult to make much money for the cause. Optimistic about results in Illinois. ER-5, p. 149","A.L.S. New York. Secretary is with relatives for a few days; failed in attempts to see Mrs. Goodrich. ER-16, p. 74","Draft in writing of her secretary. Re the Vice Regents' work and general condition of Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 100","Draft in writing of her secretary. Declares few states have been so rapidly organized. Cites work in Charleston, difficulties of finding qualified VRs. ER-11, p. 103","Draft in writing of her secretary. Harrisburg. Vice Regents' appointment is for life, must be person fitted to secure funds and also be effective in Council. Pennsylvania has been inactive. Commends Mrs. Eyster's efforts, contributions go to Mr. Riggs, names to Regent. ER-11, p. 72","A.L. Copy in writing of her secretary. Philadelphia. Sends Vice Regents' credentials. Copy of Contract, Act of Incorporation, Constitution, By-laws, Appeals and Reports, Mount Vernon Record. Which give history of Association since March last when title was gained to Mount Vernon. Excellent description of Association's aims, scope, and form of organization. ER-11, p. 65","Draft in writing of her secretary. Presents the \"most large sums.\" Regrets errors in names in Record. Constitution does not provide for Proxy. Council date uncertain, Feb. 22 weather inclement. Commends Record--continuance depends on Assn support. Also contains a draft copy of a letter to Edward Everett. Tries to avoid abolition problems in appointing VRs, asks advice on keeping out of politics. Refers to printed reply to Mrs. Hopkins' charge that husband of VR for Vermont was a Democrat. Glad he approves her plan for a loan. $8000 on $15,000 payment due.  ER-11, p. 75","Draft in writing of her secretary. Re appointment of Counselors to advise Regent in policies of Mount Vernon management. ER-11, p. 101","Draft in writing of her secretary. Check for $10. Informs Mr. Riggs that APC has referred a Philadelphia broker, a supporter of the MVLA cause, to him. ER-8, p. 67","Draft of two letters in writing of her secretary. $10,000 paid John Augustine Washington on anniversary of Washington's death. Asks for proper form she may sign - to assure him return of money loaned on last purchase payment; tries to learn  proper business forms. ER-11, p. 69","Draft in writing of her secretary. Includes letter to Richard Rush and several unknown others. Hopes his visit to Mount Vernon is only delayed by his illness. ER-11, p. 96","A.L.S. Draft. Forwards a paper [not present] indicating the success of her efforts at Mount Vernon and states, \"I am cheered indeed to see how great a hold the one idea I promulgated my making his tomb a bond of Union! -  bulwark against Abolitionism!\"  ER-4268  RM-523","A.L.S. Republication of Mr. Cochrane's speech--all the other material she sent will go in--list of names short this month--send Mrs. Chestnut's notice soon. ER-D-6","Incomplete with beginning of letter missing. Discusses troubles working for the MVLA have caused him, from both North and South. Has been unable to see Col. Wilder. ER-9, p. 129","A.L.S. March 12 (1859). ER-10, p. 239","A.L.S. Philadelphia. James Page, Past Master Mason, like \"almost everyone\" thinks purchase price of MV exorbitant. ER-13, p. 137","A.L. incomplete draft note. Reference to art exhibition [Murillo] for benefit of MVLA. That this is a great task on the part of those sponsoring it.","A.L.S. Probably a copy.Proceeds of Mr. Everett's lecture of 4 March declined to be insured by the MVLA.","A.L.S. \"Dear Sir.\" Declines to participate in publication and distribution of his Scenes from Life of Washington. Acknowledges gift of same. Mount Vernon Record has only space for number of purchasers and sums paid. ER-11, p. 96","A.L.S. Washington. Sends a tentative report for APC's criticism. Is away from home and dependent on memory. ER-14, p. 108","Photostat. Mrs. Lee informs John Augustine Washington that Mrs. Lewis (widow of Lorenzo Lewis) is giving a harpischord (gift of GW to Mrs. Lawrence Lewis) to Mount Vernon - to become property of MVLA when they take over.","A.L.S. Cumberland, MD. Wrote 3 articles on G/W and planned a 4th on MV.  Did not realize Md. Had been slow in responding to MV Appeal, asks for information on subject, and he will make his 4th article as telling to MV cause as he can.  Financial conditions are not good.  Asks about her personal comforts, family, etc. ER-13, p. 48","A.L.S. Can find out nothing concerning writer of Letter in ''Inquirer'' except that he is a Southerner. ER-5, p. 7","A.L.S. New York. Had an interview with Miss Hamilton but failed in attempts to see Mrs. Goodrich. ER-16, p. 75","A.L.S. Nashville. Encloses full report. $2348 - wishes it printed in January Mount Vernon Record. Has $345 but will not send Mr. Riggs a cent until contributions are in Record as coming from the Vice Regent of Tennessee who claims as much for her state as Alabama, Georgia and others.  No work re $1575 sent in November.  Reference to expenses during financial crisis in 1858.  Sends Masonic Lodge's check for $345 to Mr. Riggs. ER-10, p. 263","A.L.S. St. Louis. Old organization in Missouri had died completely out--old members pessimistic about results of any Fair--slowly collecting money--working quietly to gain powerful supporters---invitation to Mr. Everett--she herself accepts all responsibility for thinking and acting regarding Mt. Vernon Assoc.--cause unpopular and rediculed in St. Louis and counties--outcry at 200 acres requiring 8-10 thousand dollars per year to keep it as Washington left it--large German population of St. Louis gives little--Irish seem liberal--will take year or two to collect from whole state--trying to locate Managers for several counties. ER-5, p. 257","A.L.S. Cumberland, MD. Mr. Graham, with whom Sec. Tracy formerly resided, will aid in securing E. Everett for oration.  \"Their\" church is on spot where G/W often read prayers to his regiment. ER-13, p. 47","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reply to his letter re taxes on Mount Vernon land, explaining how they are to be paid.  Taxes paid in full to date.  Left package with Burke \u0026 Herbert to be sent to Mr. Riggs for Miss Cunningham. Some papers in GW's handwriting relating to plans of grounds at Mount Vernon and planting of trees. ER-9, p. 82","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sent  to G.W. Riggs package of papers held out - these may be of value in planting same trees in same locations as in G/W's time. ER-9, p. 83","A.L.S. Marked \"Private.\" Thanks him for the papers he previously forwarded. Discusses the importance of protecting the Mansion from fire and mentions a suggestion from a Vice Regent to photograph each room to ensure they could be properly reconstructed if necessary. Discusses the best time to take possession of the property. Speaks of the politics between the North and South, and certain \"warlike intentions on the future on an Asso'n of women!!\" She goes on \"As if man ever came off conqueror in a contest with with a woman! As you can testify!!\" Discusses her wish for Virginia to make the Association free from taxes and able to acquire more land. Inquires after the Superintendent who has not been answering her letters. Includes a handwritten tract.  ER-4269, RM-523","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to difficulties in organizing Maryland. Regent's request to Vice Regent's for their respective state statistics has failed so far, asks for Delaware's white population, also for news for Mount Vernon Record; also incidents connected with Mount Vernon work. ER-17, p. 72","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Washington has paid all the Mount Vernon taxes.  Insurance also paid.  John Augustine Washington, through Mr. Riggs, has also sent to APC a number of plans of Mount Vernon ''in General Washington's hand.\" ER-22, p. 87","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Must overcome much ignorance and prejudice in state. Lack of interest. Mrs. Hoyt has had very bad influence. Hopes to get something by a Promenade concert. Trying to enlist Masons' help.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks about Del. Population as Regent wishes to apportion amount each state is expected to contribute.  Asks her to procure account for sarcophagus from Mr. Struthers for Mount Vernon Record.  No news from Maryland. Regent wishes to build a \"Council Fire\" when she goes to Washington in February.  Hopes to have several Vice Regents present and wants to see Mrs. Comegys before, re affairs not easily put in correspondence, and which bare to be kept in strict confidence. ER-17, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mistake in publishing New York list in Mount Vernon Record, which Devereux will try to rectify at once. ER-16, p. 75","Advises that New York's climate not yet proper for further appeals for MVLA.  She is preparing a statement, but waits for a while first.  Notes $22,000 raised by Massachusetts. ER-12, p. 296","A.L.S. Capitol Hill. $150 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 161","A.L.S. Vevey. Approves Captain Meig's plan for Mount Vernon wharf at cost $2,200; not taking possession of Mount Vernon at present.  Re Mrs. Chase's acting at Council as her deputy. ER-12, p. 141","A.L.S. Richmond. Draft for $500 on Exchange Bank of Alexandria, Va. For MVLA. ER-23, p. 163","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC plans to publish an estimate of the Mount Vernon property and what each state has contributed.  Wants Mr. Riggs to provide account to 1 Jan. 1860.  Sends to Mr. Riggs a check for $2799.95. ER-23, p. 165","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 219","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $150 - Subscribers who want their names published in Record.  Will distribute Records received, promptly. ER-8, p. 61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mount Vernon Record, December omitted a number of states in printing article on Masonic Order, so has circular, corrected, printed for distribution and to be copied in newspapers.  Regent eager for their contributions.  Hopes to take possession of MV on July 4th.  Vice Regent for Iowa has made another Appeal to her state, hopes all Vice Regents will do same, reaching Masons and Odd Fellows. ER-17, p. 74","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets list of contributing lodges of Masons is incorrect.  She wishes to have it exact as she hopes to collect considerable part of the $140,000 now needed, from them. ER-16, p. 76","A.L.S. Washington. Will make up account to send to APC.  Returns 5 checks of 13 Jan 1860 - to be endorsed. ER-22, p. 89","A.L.S. Dunboyne. Thanks her for gift of Coat of Arms and interesting documents.  Asks Miss Jennie Andrews to offer a Washington relic, porcelain mug.  Mentions members of family.  Note in another handwriting re menbers of Lewis and Washington families. ER-14, p. 49","A.L.S. New York. Pleased Miss Tracy's services have been procured. ER-14, p. 73","A.L. Nashville. Re publishing names and contributions in Record, hopes for more as other counties are organized, and interested legislators carry idea home with them.  Will write clerks of county courts.  Returns to date have been made in 18 months - began Aug. 1857, worked 6 months, ill 9 months, given whole of 1859 to MV.  (No signature, part may be missing.) ER-10, p. 263","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent has just rec'd a book listing no. of Masons in each state; 26,192 in \"your state\" suggest using this figure in her article about to be published, appealing for contributions. . ER-16, p. 77","A.L.S. Returned endorsed checks. ER-23, p. 166","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Updates her on the Masonic Order contributions in her state. ER-415","A.L.S. New York. Received her printed list of Masonic contributions. ER-14, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Received drafts mounting to $2799.95. ER-22, p. 91","A.L.S. Nashville. Check for $345 contributed by Masonic Fraternity of Memphis. ER-23, p. 167","A.L.S. New York. Masonic address arrived, their contribution in N.Y. $495.50; furnishes list of lodges contributing.  Reminds Regent of Jewish women's contribution. ER-12, p. 296","A.L.S. Cumberland, Maryland. $52 in contribution.  Mentions Washington monument.  Has an address ready on character of G/W adapted to youthful listeners.  Will ask E. Everett to speak there. ER-13, p. 46","A.L.S. on Burke and Herbert letterhead. Has drawn on Riggs through Messrs. Burke and Herbert $1625.70 to pay Henry James and Co. of Baltimore. ER-23, p. 201","A.L.S. Cambridge. Discusses disordered state of the Union and her concern over its effects on Mount Vernon.  Regent has decided to move Association's headquarters to Mount Vernon.  Mentions that the ''Record'' now has new publisher. ER-14, p. 67","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends a list of donors sent to her last summer, misplaced, and has caused some difficulties that can now be straightened out. ER-8, p. 63","A.L.S. St. Paul. Had hoped her resignation would be accepted and a successor appointed.  Explains scarcity of money, much charity necessary, which prevents those who wish to give from giving.  Rec'd nothing from Lady Managers in months.  Can hope for no more fund until people of state have money.  Hopes her resignation will therefore be accepted. ER-11, p. 235","A.L.S. Hopes for $140,000 soon.  Last spring Masons passed resolution to give 25 cents each, but returns are slow.  Receives Regent's address to Masons. ER-12, p. 297","A.L.S. New York. M.M. Hamilton made appeal to Masons of state, has had some correspondence w/ them, been given some publicity and has some financial returns.  District list for Record dreadfully mixed up. ER-12, p. 299","A.L.S. News Boys Lodging House, New York. The Superintendent of the lodgin house writes that the boys would like to send a contribution to the Mount Vernon Fund of $4.18.  ER-16, p. 77","A.L.S. Hartford, CT. Sends a book of poems as gift of her esteem. ER-4, p. 53","A.L.S. Beouff Prairie. Sends to Mrs. Morse $50 in contributions from Beouff Prairie (La). ER-416","A.L.S. Cambridge. Is trying to get substantial funds from Masons, thinks a Fair might bring money, if N.Y., Boston, Baltimore and Philadelphia held it simultaneously. ER-12, p. 143","A.L.S. St. Louis. They must clear up any question of irregularities in affair of state appropriation which was handed over to a Judge T.R. Underwood and then to Mrs. Kennedy's brother, Mr. Barrett--belief is Barrett won't meet note when it is due--no one knows anything about Underwood--suggestion about handling matter--can't issue appeal for money until this doubtful issue is cleared up. ER-5, p. 259","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Apologizes that maybe Mr. Everett cannot be in New Orleans for unveiling of the Clay Monument.  Praises Mrs. Morse for her fine efforts. E-417","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Believes people in state are beginning to awaken to Mount Vernon cause. Miserable affair at Harper's Ferry.","Draft. Encloses article from the Philadelphia Press of (Feb 1) \"effecting the interests of the Association.\"  Says article seriously effects Mount Vernon, more than Mr. Herbert realizes.  Asks that Mr. Herbert try to recall the circumstance related in the paper that Miss Cunningham will be able to contradict it and ''explain its origin.\" Press reports that Mr. Herbert has been uncivil and uncourteous to the public. ER-16, p. 19","A.L.S. N. Hartland. Received nothing from Masons as yet.  Minor details of progress. ER-11, p. 250","A.L.S. Washington. Re difficulties with Missouri funds, so she cannot send complete return.  Has no information about Judge Underwood. ER-14, p. 105","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent glad Miss Hamilton is confident funds will be forthcoming.  Mrs. Hopkinson is eager for strong appeal to Masons.  Mrs. Otis working hard, traveling in her state.  Prospect for new Vice Regent in Maryland.  Vice Regent for North Carolina is energetic.  Regent hears depressing accounts of monied distress in northwest.  Mrs. Dickinson resigned long ago. ER-16, p. 79","A.L.S. LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Has $15 for Mount Vernon fund--where should he send it?","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $500.  Did not get as much from E. Everett's address as expected. ER-8, p. 63","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received list for Mount Vernon Record.  Correspondence re newsboys' gift, clipping from New York Times for inserting in Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 80","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Associate builders and contractors would, if allowed, contribute to fund for building suitable gateways and walls--soliciting subscriptions to same when soliciting subscriptions for loan for railroad. Plans to be submitted for Assn. approval.  Encloses list of subscribers.  Bill is now before Virginia legislature. ER-8, p. 74","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Disclaims incivility to the public as reported in press.  Controls for trespassing. ER-3, p. 223","A.L.S. Encloses Report. Independent Savannah Association. Fair to be held. ER-5, p. 189","A.L.S. Alexandria. \"Dear Sir.\" Letter of provenance for a chair said to have belonged to the Washingtons and given to his family by Mrs. Charles Carter. W-152.","A.L.S. New York. Enclosed \"scrawl\" written by Mr. Badeau re John Augustine Washington, to be used if Regent wishes it.  Statue of George Washington to be unveiled in Washington, Feb 22.  Hopes Masons will respond to Regent's Appeal.  Friction between North and South interferes with Mount Vernon work. ER-4, p. 66","A.L.S. Richmond. Opinions of Mr. Myers, Gen. Chapman and himself on Alexandria, MV, and Accotink turnpike and railroad bill which has passed both houses. ER-3, p. 221","A.L.S. New Orleans. Sends check for $110 for Mrs. Margaretta Morse. ER-23, p. 169","A.L.S. St. Louis. Inquiries have proven that Mr. Underwood, who accepted Association's money from Missouri legislature, is a swindler--VR of Ill. relates his swindle of Association in that state--hopes to make Governor responsible for handing money over to someone without proper credentials--Mr. Barrett's note for $1000 will be paid shortly--discusses best way to invest money--collections coming along well--Mr. Everett says he can't come to Fair--hopes to persuade him to come. ER-5, p. 263","A.L.S. P.B. Nolley, Editor of the Opelousas Patriot. Reminds Mrs. Morse that 4 July 1859 members of his Parish gave about $100 to MVLA.  Has not heard whether it was received or not.  Desires to know whether the money was reported to the MVLA. ER-418","A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-3, p. 225","A.L.S. New York. Connecticut people wish to know when G.C. Thorburn is to be employed at Mount Vernon; sends second contribution from Windsor where Washington used to visit Chief Justice Ellsworth; writes of a Masonic contribution. ER-4, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $110 from Mr. Morse. ER-419","A.L.S. Milwaukee. They did not succeed very well in collecting money at entertainment, but added to popularity of the fund--people in west not very patriotic--too mixed a population.","A.L.S. New York. Hamilton will be in Phil. when Regent is in N.Y.  Mrs. Hasbrouck, cousin of Mrs. Hamilton, wishes to talk with Regent. ER-12, p. 299","A.L.S. Washington. Tendered her resignation more than a year ago.  \"Domestic afflictions\", residence now outside state, and illness forced the action.  Appointed a Vice-Pres. of Mount Vernon Ladies in Sept 1856, organized state association. March 1857, resigned November 1858.  Reviews the year and a half she was active, her efforts, her reports, the collections, entertainments. ER-14, p. 109","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Makes appointment for APC to meet with Mr. Riggs at the Clarendon Hotel in Washington, D.C.  Miss Cunningham signed draft on Riggs for $600 \"in favor of Messrs. Devereux and Co.\" ER-23, p. 171","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mr. Underwood believed to be in New Jersey now. Their chance of getting restitution from governor lies in Miss Cunningham's statement that she wrote Underwood nothing that could be construed as authority to collect Association money. Surprised at Mrs. Barry's being deceived by him with her knowledge of western character. His transactions not breach of trust, but grounds for criminal prosecution. He had nothing to do with getting appropriation from legislature. ER-5, p. 265","A.L.S. Deposits $200. ER-23, p. 172","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $50. ER-420","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased she could go to Washington.  Advises not to be \"too humble\" in asking Congress for appropriation to \"enclose, repair and keep up place\".  Refers to \"a company\" that has Act Va. assembly detrimental to MV cause. ER-9, p. 273","A.L.S. Mrs. Mitchell's letter rec'd re concert, receipt small. ER-16, p. 22","A.L.S. LaCrosse. Encloses $15 for Mount Vernon and list of subscribers. Wasn't willing to give money up to VR for this state.","A.L.S. Coshocton County, Ohio. Secretary of the Roscoe Lodge, No. 190. Saw her appeal for the MVLA in the Lady's Book. Thinks John A. Washington unworthy of name he bears for asking such a price for farm, but feels it must be purchased at any price--sends $1. contribution.  ER-5, p. 135","A.L.S. Washington. Regent sent Mrs. Montgomery copies of a circular which appeared in the Intelligencer as a beginning of her plan for this city, and desires its re-publication with \"touching and earnest editorials in your papers.\"  This will be followed by immediate action by Ladies headed by Mrs. George W. Riggs. ER-16, p. 81","A.L.S. Washington D.C. Wants to aid in the Mount Vernon cause and in that of building a \"Washington National Monument.\"  Is now making mementos of Mount Vernon to sell in aiding the cause through the \"Mount Vernon Factory.\"  Is sending $200 worth of mementos to Mrs. Morse.  Motifs of the medallions are General and Mrs. Washington taking tea on the porch, \"Fayette Washington\" on the steps, will soon make some Mount Vernon bracelets, etc. ER-421","A.L.S. Washington. Bought 40 copies of ''Intelligencer'' to send to various parts of U.S.  Great need for more publicity in editorials, etc. ER-1, p. 137","A.L.S. Discussion about correct spelling of Eliza Lytle Macalester's name. Hopes \"Extra\" is satisfactory. Delay in publishing numbers of Record is suicidal. Correction of Miss Johnson regarding Bennington and New Hampshire. ER-D-87","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will build a boat 140' long, gives details, for $39,000. ER-13, p. 161","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports letters received, three proof sheets to correct; Miss Mitchell makes several visits to Mount Vernon and copied Indiana list for Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 23","A.L.S. Boston. Importance of Washingtonians' interest, especially Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Riggs.  The Congressional visit to Mount Vernon a gratifying surprise.  Saw Rossiter and Mignot picture of Washington family in N.Y. - it belongs at Mount Vernon.  Hopes for $150 at next G/W oration.  Explains disagreeable personal affairs that have consumed his time this winter. ER-9, p. 275","A.L.S. Will send Miss Mitchell Georgia slips to prepare for Mount Vernon Record.  Prospects for Thornburn as Superintendent. ER-16, p. 25","A.L.S. on bank letterhead. Sends check for $193.50 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 175","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Sends $417 to Mr. Riggs.  Published Regent's Appeal to Masons in every County paper, asked Lady Managers to follow up this Appeal, wrote to Master Mason, will soon send list of contributors for MV Record. ER-14, p. 85","A.L.S. North Hartland. Thinks little more money can be raised in her state, Masonic Order not responsive. ER-11, p. 230","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will Congress give MVLA money it appropriated years ago for a monument to Washington?  Has organized more counties in State, intends going to Harrisburg to stir up Pennsylvania legislature for a Mount Vernon appropriation. ER-13, p. 67","A.L.S. Received Sec. Tracy's letter of 10th and Georgia list.  Glad to hear of Regent's pleasant trip to Mount Vernon.  Has answered letters on hand and corrected proofs. ER-16, p. 26","A.L.S. Washington. Ask him to give lecture for their Mount Vernon fund. ER-13, p. 44","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Lecture for benefit of Mount Vernon a failure. ER-5, p. 8","A.L.S. Washington. Miss May offers concert for Easter week; will try to get Edward Everett also; invites Mrs. Comegys; great efforts to make it a success. ER-1, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. Also dated 21 March 1860. Took Sec. Tracy to ask \"actor\" Murdock to give benefit for Mount Vernon; arranged a reading in Smithsonian.  Miss May wishes to give a concert; asked John Saunders to sound out artists, Mrs. Riggs \"ought to attend this\".  Has not heard from Prof. Henry as to use of Smithsonian hall.  Edward Everett cannot come to Washington until after April.  Public's idea MVLA wants to take possession of Mount Vernon lessened Regent's last Appeal.  Begs Mrs. Comegys to come and help since Mrs. Fitch has so many personal affairs to attend to. ER-17, p. 76-77","A.L.S. Hopes Vice Regents will work especially hard in near future, that the MVLA may take possession of Mount Vernon by 4 July 1860, \"without any fear of consequences.\"  Asks how well Louisiana is doing--Georgia now has given about $8000--this without aid of 2 of her principal cities. ER-422","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received letter from Sarah Tracy, lists from New York, Illinois, package of bulbs from Devereux. Miss Tracy to go to Philadelphia soon, material for Mrs. Goodrich \"Masons\" is ready.  Asks if Devereux is sending mail directly to Regent. ER-16, p. 27","A.L.S. Fort Humboldt, CA. List of subscribers to Mount Vernon, and $11. ER-3, p. 227","A.L.S. Boston. May be better that Congressional trip to Mount Vernon was not large.  Is putting through press the memoir of Washington written for Encyclopedia Britannica and a volume of Mount Vernon Papers. ER-9, p. 277","A.L.S. Boston. Regrets visit to Washington is impossible and explains his engagements at length. ER-9, p. 279","A.L.S. Boston. Thanks them for their kind invitation dated on the 15th. Regrets that he will be unable to accept and repeat his Washington lecture in Washington, D.C. at this time.  Letter given by VR-NJ 1920. ER-9, p. 278","A.L.S. Boston. Reports he has collected about $70,000 for MVLA, $65,000 of which he has turned over to the Ladies; $5000 remains in hands of Trustees in Boston.  This total ($70,000) made up of proceeds from (1) his lectures (2) weekly column in the New York Ledger (3) sums sent to him by readers of the Ledger.  Mr. Hillard's article in Appleton's Cyclopoedia (Vol. VII, p. 353) brought about $600, since written.  Does not object to Eliot's stating Everett's contributions to MVLA separately from the rest of Boston's. A-639","Photostat. Regrets he cannot make Southern Tour; time and obligations will not permit it.  If went South, would have to stop at many places as well as New Orleans and Mobile.  Wishes he could make the Southern trip. ER-513 a, b","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. H. working for a substantial contribution from Masons. ER-12, p. 145","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends check for $400.  Thanks Miss Tracy for report of Miss Cunningham's Mount Vernon trip.  Fears it will not be some time before she can send funds \"by the hundreds\" for MVLA. ER-8, p. 45","A.L.S. New York. Hamilton receives speech of her cousin, Mr. Cochrane, on his visit to Mount Vernon, had already seen newspaper acct.  Glad Regent had 2 days at Mount Vernon.  Thinks rebuilding Greenhouse of 1st importance.  Hopes J.A. Washington will remain long enough to clear \"vistas\", pleased with his gift of aloe and plants.  Repairs on wharf, portico, and building new road, boundary fence, planting hedges.  Refers to Horticulturist Feb. 1847, on planting hedges, importing plants, suggests contributions of plants and shrubs.  Suggest subscription books on boat and at Mount Vernon.  Will send $2000.  Typewritten copy of part of this letter, p. 300. ER-12, p. 299","A.L.S. Baltimore. Offers to give a dramatic reading in Washington, as benefit for Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington. Mrs. Comegys is ill, yet they urge her to help in Washington.  Difficulties in obtaining supporting musicians, etc. for Miss May's concert.  Mr. Murdock's reading to be given Friday evening. ER-17, p. 78","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets allusion in February number of Record to John Brown. Delays caused by breakdown of the press. Mount Vernon sketch well-timed. He made it while at Mount Vernon last Spring. ER-D-23","A.L.S. Washington. Hebrew contribution paid to Regent and credited to New York in Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 82","A.L.S. Will send material to Devereux as Sarah Tracy directs. New Jersey list will be sent to Mrs. Mitchell. ER-16, p. 28","A.L.S. Hartford. Encloses George C. Thornburn's letter re Mount Vernon restorations, and recommends him for superintendent at Mount Vernon. ER-4, p. 55","A.L.S. New Orleans. Encloses check for $100 to Riggs. ER-23, p. 179","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends check for $38.07. ER-23, p. 177","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends various sums collected in other states, also sum collected from old subscribers in 1856. ER-16, p. 273","A.L.S. Reports work rec'd that she and Miss Mitchell will attend to.  Devereux sent portraits for Maine. ER-16, p. 29","Typed partial transcript. Interest and enthusiasm for the cause is low. \"This is our Valley Forge!\" Needs to reignite passion for Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 80","A.L. Draft. Very upset at seeing mention of John Brown's raid in February Record--has worked to make this a national movement, cannot pay attention to their magazine to squabble between North and South--last December had stated emphatically that articles were to be referred to her before printing in Record--angry that this political article was printed without her sanction. ER-D-70","A.L.S. New Orleans. In spite of divided spirit in country hope that Everett will come to New Orleans in April, and despite previous decision to decline.  If can come, hope it to be a little prior to April 12.  Feels it quite urgent that Everett come. ER-423","Copy in two different hands. \"Extracts from a private letter of George C. Thornburn to Mrs. Sigourney.\"  Superintendent's appointment must be made at Grand Council.  States what he thinks should be done at Mount Vernon.  \"Let nothing be altered that Gen. Washington made,\" lawn, trees,…gardens, orange trees.  Claims he could get plants from all parts of world...nothing but restoration and keeping in order; with 6 or 8 men he can keep place in good condition when restored. ER-4, p. 55","A.L.S. Executive Mansion. ER-5, p. 9","A.L.S. Washington. Miss Cunningham wants to know how much New York has contributed thus far. ER-1, p. 142","A.L.S. Washington. Check from Mrs. Morse for $100 acknowledged. ER-22, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Sends to APC a letter signed by his wife. ER-22, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Partial typed transcript included. Urges Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to come and aid in making Mount Vernon excursion a success.  Rev. Dr. Hankas of N.Y. asked to deliver address on character of Washington. ER-1, p. 143","A.L.S. Boston. Difficulties re Federal Legislation for Mount Vernon cause at this time.  Declares Regent is doing more than any man could do.  Speaks at Washington Irving Commemoration.  VR-NY thinks NY will raise $40,000 for Mount Vernon - commends highly her judgment, energy and executive ability.  Gives Washington oration in Keene, N.H. and Bristol, R.I. with small returns expected. ER-9, p. 281","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports minor matters. ER-16, p. 30","A.L.S. New Orleans. Draft for $50. ER-424","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. At lasts gets communication in local paper which is now absorbed with controversy of North and South. Comments on Maj. George T. Ward's poem.  Reports small sums collected.  (Major Ward's poem, p. 131) ER-4, p. 271","A.L.S. Has sent Devereux lists of names he needs.  Notes trip Regent and Sec. Tracy made to MV. ER-16, p. 31","A.L.S. Washington. \"Private. Burn this.\" Members of Congress with families invited on excursion to Mount Vernon, Sat. p.m.  Mrs. Riggs issued the cards which forces her into a prominent position, but she will not attend.  News of various VRs.  Mrs. Fitch eager to have Mrs. Comegys at Mount Vernon.  Plans to leave Washington in its apathy, next week, calls it MVLA's Valley Forge.  Need for strong workers in Washington.  Dr. Hawkes to deliver address on Washington.  Mrs. Mary Chesnut, VR-SC, age 85, flower girl at Trenton when Washington passed through. ER-17, p. 81","A.L.S. Marine band, with soldiers, gone to Richmond, Va; if do not return others may be hired \"not however so good.\" ER-22, p. 95","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Fails to see Dr. Hawks.  Has $1500 now collected. ER-3, p. 231","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Regent $10 from Washington portraits. ER-16, p. 274","A.L.S. Washington. Excursion successful.  Fine day, more than 200 present.  Marine Band played.  Reports speakers favorably, invited reporters.  Mrs. Comegys detained by illness.  Mr. and Mrs. Riggs attend.  Mrs. Eve (VR-Ga) expected soon. ER-1, p. 145","A.L.S. Washington. Received 5 checks totaling $839.22--also check for $38.07 from Mrs. Pellet and $100 from Mrs. Morse. ER-22, p. 97","A.L.S. Washington. Thanks him for \"statement\", requests more for VRs.  Will insert in Record.  Reports excursion a success. ER-1, p. 147","A.L.S. Washington. Judge C. still ill.  Reports on success of excursion for members of Congress, boats to Mount Vernon.  Recites trouble in securing speakers.  200 or 300 persons present, platform erected before piazza, seats for audience, speakers fail to appear, substitutes not very satisfactory, members of Washington family present.  Miss Tracy has better offer for her services.  Regent considers leaving, but hopes Congress will make an appropriation. ER-17, p. 82","A.L.S. Rec'd from Sec. Tracy Indiana list, names duly copied and sent to Mount Vernon Record.  Lists are now up to date and in Devereux' hands. ER-16, p. 32","A.L.S. Washington. Sends $839.22 in checks. ER-23, p. 181","A.L.S. Beouff Prairie. Sends $15; also advises Mrs. Morse of $50 sent earlier through the Winston Morrison, and Co. ER-425","A.L.S. Washington. As he is leaving early next day, is unable to comply with Mrs. Tracy's request for interview but hopes he and Mrs. Sibley may meet her later. ER-11, p. 235","A.L.S. Washington. Reports the Mount Vernon visit of the previous week - 200 - 300 attended.  Requests Miss Hamilton to send on $1500 without waiting to increase it to $2000. ER-1, p. 149","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Calls her the \"Napoleon of her sex\" in energy and resolution.  Has sent for N.Y. Express with article on Congressional excursion to Mount Vernon.  Thinks with Regent Congress may make Mount Vernon appropriation this session.  Doubts wisdom of asking federal appropriation of $100,000 contingent on Association's raising same amount, but rather ask grant for a definite statement of immediate needs.  Rec'd $285 for last 2 lectures, expects $150 for a Maine lecture. ER-9, p. 283","A.L.S. Sees no immediate reason to worry about construction of a VA railroad near Mount Vernon.  Yet in principle, favors idea of purchasing more land around Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 70","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sends G.W. Riggs $1500.  Saturday excursion a success. ER-12, p. 301","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will hold Record no longer for news of Mrs. Chesnut--large order of portraits sent to Mrs. Johnson of Arkansas--have Miss C. sign enclosed draft and return it--draft is for 16 pages of April No.  ER-D-27","A.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Refers to clauses 3 and 4 of Constitution re Regent's powers in filling vacancies.  Mrs. Dickinson, VR-NC, resigned to be replaced by Mrs. Letitia H. Walker. ER-17, p. 84","A.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Asks her vote on appointment of successor to VR for North Carolina (resigned). ER-1, p. 151","A.L.S. Written by Sarah Tracy on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Washington. Reviews fraudulent action of \"Judge Underwood\" in collecting funds in midwest, Association's published notices denouncing him and attempts to prosecute him.  Only case of kind Association has had. ER-1, p. 153","A.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Asks Mrs. Morse to approve her new selection for Vice Regent of North Carolina, Letitia Walker, to replace Mrs. Dickinson who resigned. ER-426a","A.L.S. Devereux wishes to know about an article on Mrs. Chestnut.  Asks if Mrs. Mitchell resigns in May. ER-16, p. 33","A.L.S. Maple Hill, Southbury. Encloses $274.50 and hopes to send more during summer.  Connecticut contributors want to know when Mr. Thorburn is to be employed at Mount Vernon. ER-4, p. 67","A.L.S. New York. Delay in sending G.W. Riggs $1500.  Has reported an unfortunate rumor, wants correction made by Regent. ER-12, p. 301","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approves appointment of Mrs. Walker, Vice Regent of North Carolina.  Remarkable that there have been no defalcations, when money has been collected by so many people through so many channels. ER-12, p. 301","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Approves Mrs. Letitia H. Walker as VR for N. Carolina--leaves for Europe July 4, and will appoint a lady to take her place (Envelope dated May 4, 1860, and addressed to Washington, D.C.)","A.L.S. Washington. Encloses several checks. ER-23, p. 183","A.L.S. Dover. Concurs in appointment of Mrs. Walker for VR-NC. ER-17, p. 85","A.L.S. Mrs. Mitchell brought the \"letter of instructions.\" Should she send it? Also, should she include the St. Louis lists in the next issue of the Record? ER-16, p. 34","A.L.S. Draft sent to Riggs - amount not disclosed. ER-23, p. 173","A.L.S. Washington. Authorization to contract for wharf road at landing.  Cost not to exceed $4000. ER-1, p. 155","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt approves selection of VR of North Carolina--Mount Vernon Fair to be next Monday--much enthusiasm being shown for the fair in all quarters. ER-5, p. 265","A.L.S. Boston. Thinks not much more will come in from West.  Agrees that restoration should be solely by MVLA.  He regards any grant made by Congress as contributed by the people.  Does not think a celebration on taking possession for July 4th a good idea.  Sept 17, when G/W announced Constitution to people, would be better - or when repairs were completed. ER-9, p. 287","A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses $260 cash and $23 in checks for MVLA. ER-23, p. 184","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses Major Ward's Poem, which has brought in $61.  Reports other sums collected by Lady Managers.  People's interest has dropped but Mrs. Murat hopes to continue sending small sums. ER-4, p. 269","A.L.S. Attends to errands Regent wishes done. ER-16, p. 36","A.L.S. Check from Pennsylvania - $750, $50; Check from Arkansas $277.12.  Total $1077.12. ER-22, p. 99","A.L.S. Reports receipt of $283 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-22, p. 101","A.L.S. New York. Encloses draft for $1500 from New York Life Insurance Co. for MVLA. ER-23, p. 185","A.L.S. Washington. Reports receipt of Miss Hamilton's check for $1500.  Hopes Miss C's health improving. ER-22, p. 103","A.L.S. Camden. As Vice Regent for South Carolina, she has been tasked with assigning Lady Managers for the MVLA. Asks if the recipient would be willing to accept this job. ER-301","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Approves Mrs. Walker's  appointment to replace Mrs. Dickinson, resigned.  Receives New York report of funds given, $38,868. Masons have sent $70.  Approves appointment of Mrs. Chesnut, VR-SC.  Will send Mr. Riggs $497. ER-14, p. 87","Receipt for payment for services rendered as private secretary, $34 and for repayment for the \"washerwoman\" $3.75. ER-16, p. 83","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses $61.50 toward Mound Vernon fund. ER-23, p. 187","A.L.S. Washington. Reports $10 from Miss McMakin, $120 from Mrs. Ritchie.  Mentions a $600 forged draft sent to him. ER-22, p. 149","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Sends list of contributions with attached list just rec'd of 20 fifty cent contributions.  Distressed at Baltimore nomination as he wishes to retire from public life. ER-9, p. 285","A.L.S. Copy. Private. Asks him to pay note for $2000 due on March 1--needs money to make certain arrangements before leaving the city. ER-D-108","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Rejoices at prospect of Congressional appropriation--unable to attend first Council--leaves her duties in hands of a Lady Manager--hard times--their cause no longer meets with ridicule.","A.L.S. Washington. Requests Mr. Riggs to send to APC two checks for $48 \"on some Phila Bank\"…\" to the order of Miss Elizabeth Mitchell\". ER-23, p. 187","A.L.S. Soon to report the account of the MVLA.  Receipt of check for $61.50. ER-22, p. 105","A.L.S. Sends Mr. Riggs check for $48. Requests he sends back that amount in cash. ER-23, p. 188","A.L.S. Sends her check for $48 plus $27 cash - altogether $85. ER-22, . 107","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Mrs. Hoyt continues to injure the cause at Madison with \"her little George \u0026 his Hatchet\"--leaves for Europe in July.","A.L.S. London. Legation of the U.S. in London. Replies to Regent's Appeal to raise funds among those in foreign service. ER-3, p. 233","A.L.S. Sends vouchers for last account. ER-22, p. 109","A.L.S. St. Louis. Subscription lists possibly lost by express company--express companies charging Association for some packages--the fair a success--only a few ladies of former association served at the Fair--difficuties in connection with the fair--during Mrs. Hart's vice-regency, only $51 were made at a fair--$2000 made at this one--Mr. Barret's note not paid yet--governor promises to pay but no reliance can be placed in him--collection not going well in state. ER-5, p. 267","A.L.S. Boston. Wishes to have Mount Vernon \"Gem\" designed by Billings to be sold for their statue fund, placed on sale at Mount Vernon. News clipping advertisement accompanies letter. ER-10, p. 91","A.L.S. Regarding the arrival of her brother to the Kirkwood house. ER-22, p. 111","A.L.S. Philadelphia. They were unprepared for her request for payment of Portrait note, and cannot pay it at this time--he understood their agreement to be that they should pay note by degrees as they could--she misunderstood him and he is sorry the Regent is anxious and disappointed about the note--sale of portraits and Record will eventually permit them to repay note--present business stagnation affects sales--Mount Vernon sketch in Farewell Address not satisfactory for use in Harper. ER-D-83","A.L.S. North Hartland. Minor points of progress, interest in Vermont has flagged.  Lady Managers think they should resign, political news crowds out Mount Vernon news. ER-11, p. 230","A.L.S. Richmond. Check from Virginia MVLA for $250.62. ER-23, p. 189","A.L.S. Offer from Mr. Ferro, \"the lecturer on Italia.\" ER-22, p. 113","A.L.S. Washington. Notes two receipts from Mrs. Ritchie (VR of VA) - for $116.67 and $250.62. ER-22, p. 115","A.L.S. Says will be in New York - if needs anything to contact Mr. M.C. Bestor at Mr. Riggs' office. ER-22, p 117","A.L.S. Boston. Baltimore nomination for President of the U.S. unwelcome and has caused him much work - the second office then tendered him, after convention adjourned, giving him no way of refusing without serious results to ticket.  \"The Union of the States has, I fear, a very short time to endure.\"  further comment on coming election. ER-9, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Says lecture and exhibition on Italia brought poor return ($26.50) and expenses ran over $20.  Requests Mr. Riggs to ask APC what to do with them. (actually it lost money). ER-23, p. 191","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. She has examined receipts and finds everything in order--[Devereux affair]--goes to witness Japanese reception. ER-23, p. 193","A.L.S. Washington. Hopes she enjoyed the Japanese reception.  Informs her of Mr. Fern's letter regarding loss at the Italia Exhibition. ER-22, p. 119","A.L.S. Boston. Check from Mrs. Greenough for $564.65. ER-23, p. 197","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Devereux's account with MVLA accurate.  APC await my promised interview with Mr. Brown.  Failure of bill to aid Mount Vernon to pass Congress mentioned. ER-23, p. 195","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Deputation from Chestnut St. Female Seminary wishes audience with Regent. ER-16, p. 37","A.L.S. Regarding their opinions of Congress. Notes receipt of check from Mass for $564.65. ER-22, p. 121","A.L.S. Hopes to have a proposition prepared for tomorrow, subject to his suggestions. ER-D-82","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Sends him his thoughts on affairs relating to fund--believes if Miss Cunningham would adopt his ideas and officially call on public to respond, the treasury would benefit greatly--Farewell Address dedicated to Mr. Everett would meet immense success---the slight advance every month would bring a large return to Assoc.--could thus reduce by installment the $2000 out of their returns--also, matter referred to in verbal communication he could gradually pay out of his portion of the half returns--his services to the Assoc. include gratuitous aid of Express Companies--although Miss Cunningham says she cannot pay for more than 12 pages in May and June numbers, they will have to print 16, as promised in their prospectus--must have money for 12 pages on Monday to get it out. ER-D-86","A.L.S. Mt. Lebanon, LA. Notes sent $17.50 to Mrs. Morse and the gift has not yet been acknowledged in Mount Vernon Record. E-427","A.L.S. Washington.  Re: Bill to return Mount Vernon, failure to pass House; surprised at opposition and despairs that Congress will act in this patriotic endeavor.  (see p. 95 - brief of letter dated Dec 17, 1860) ER-4, p. 105","Receipt for payment for service rendered as private secretary and \"washerwoman.\" ER- 16, p. 8316-83","A.L.S. Greensboro. Bank of Cape Fear. Check for $426.57 from VR of North Carolina, Letitia Walker. ER-23, p. 199 23-199","A.L.S. Encloses payment for fund. ER 23, p. 205","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Regent by Mrs. Ritchie, remainder of names of Va. Subscribers taken from list in Archives of State, also accounts for all money that passed through Sec.'s hands, some unpaid subscription, doubts if they can be collected.  Names have been ready a long time awaiting Regent's orders. ER-16, p. 275","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $426.57 from Mrs. Walker noted. ER-22, p. 12322-123","A.L.S. St. Louis. Sends $4050.55 from Mrs. Anne Hunt, VR for Mo. ER-23, p. 203","A.L.S. Returns the original note and Account of the Devereux's--they are safer in her possession--will bring the suit at once--papers will be out for this month and for July. ER-D-40","Copy, extracts from letter. Sec. McMakin had written for Mr. Comegys' opinion on legality of \"Charter having been made amendment of first one passed by Legislature\", gives explanation of action, asks how far and in what way it places Association under control of first charter. ER-11, p. 115","Two small fragments. Cooper Seminary, Dayton, Ohio.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends Report with checque for $511.45--leaves Mount Vernon matters in hands of Mrs. A.J. Aikens (Envelope addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)","A.L.S. Notes receipt of check from Mrs. Murat (VR-Fla) for $37. ER-22, p. 127","A.L.S. Has not yet recovered from the shock of yesterday's discovery--desires to see Miss Cunninigham to be assured of her confidence in him and to discuss his role in future publication of the Record and his relationship with Association. ER-D-16","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Has sent subscribers' list Devereux and Sons, and $188 for Washington portraits. ER-14, p. 87","A.L.S. Mr. Devereux desires to see Miss Cunningham at 1 o'clock today. ER-D-110","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Mme. Murat's check--Devereux's brother told of the terrible affair--he was horrified and will do all he can to make restitution--cautions him not to pay anything except to Miss Cunningham --there may be another draft presented. ER-23, p. 209","A.L.S. New Orleans. Money was long before sent to Mr. Riggs in Washington, D.C.  Probably names of contributors not published because were too many and \"will no doubt appear in due course of publication…\" ER-428","Copies of at least two letters, in writing of secretaries Mary McMakin and Sarah Tracy. Regent cannot act to relieve financial embarrassments of Devereux and Co.--information reaches her that George Devereux has no other support for his family since financial crisis except money furnished for Mt. Vernon Record and Portraits--demands to know if this is true--must have written agreement about Portraits to be supplied Mt. Vernon--half of money sent to Devereux and Co. for portraits is supposed to have been sent to Mr. Riggs as their donation [There is also a copy of this letter] ER-D-125, ER-D-126","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Her pain over his nonfullfillment of his obligation to Mr. Mitchell--assents to her paying the debt and deducting it, but would prefer to pay it himself out of Aug. advance--cannot talk to her about other matter until he talks to his brother--great anxieties to which the publication of Record has subjected him although he realizes its great services to Assoc.--must talk over with brother the statement she sent--if Record is crushed, their hopes for future go with it, too. ER-D-102","A.L.S. Washington. Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Barry have agreed to MVLA sale of its Virginia stock.  Will be done when deemed advisable. ER-4, p. 107","A.L. Unable to see Mr. Brown--desires to know her decision in regard to May and June nos. of Record--he is in painful position--hopes she will permit him to go ahead with the Record and thus begin to adjust terrible difficulties in which he is involved. ER-D-71","A.L.S. Must have perfect understanding in their present business transactions--will submit to Mr. Brown a \"Proposition\" for their guidance in present situation. ER-D-93","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Notes receipt of draft for $650 presented to him.  Says it is a forgery, he believes.  Enquiry of APC as to whether she ever authorized it. ER-22, p. 141","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Miss Cunningham has had general interviews with Messrs. Brown and Devereux.  Mr. Devereux has left for New York - has \"run through $18,000\" of his mother's and wife's money - has also been the man forging drafts on the MVLA accounts.  Forged an acceptance of a draft in Mr. Riggs' hand for $1000 despite great financial loss, N.B. Devereux will continue to print the Record. ER-23, p.123","A.L.S. Washington. Forged note he earlier mentioned has been presented for payment.  Has been drawn and negotiated. ER-22, p. 143","A.L.S. Wants a clear understanding before embarking on new duties so abruptly cast upon him--please study paper he gave Mr. Brown and see if it meets her approval--May Record is printed. ER-D-98","A.L.S. His present terrible complications in business necessitate his having a definite agreement now so he knows exactly where he stands--has sent \"Proposition\" to Mr. Brown--he must know, if he is to carry on Record, what means of support he can count on--will labor earnestly and assiduously to repair damages to his name and prosperity. ER-D-96","A.L.S. Says Devereux's embezzelment has brought his brother to the state of despondency.  APC outraged.  Letter to Mr. Riggs has rather caustic tone. ER-23, p. 215","A.L.S. Encloses receipt for $300--had hoped for $400. ER-D-90","A.L.S. His troubles make him especially anxious that she understands him in relation to what is to be done about the Record--nothing can be decided until after May and June numbers are out--had to borrow $300 to get May Record from printer and $100 for paper--if she draws on Mr. RIggs, must write or telegraph him (Mr. R.) as a necessary precaution. ER-D-85","A.L.S. May Records are sent--has Mitchell of Wisconsin resigned?--they need more material and lists of names for June Record. ER-D-94","A.L.S. Since his undesirable nomination many demands on him.  Note Mr. Cochran's \"desponding remarks\" in Mount Vernon Congressional action - will talk with C.F. Adams, Republican. Sends her newspaper copy of his oration which will be in pamphlet form. ER-9, p. 291","A.L.S. Asks her to authorize him to receive the amount owing to her or Mr. Brown from Mr. Godey (on reverse is \"Approved David Paul Brown July 14 1860\"). ER-D-81","A.L. Incomplete. Writes on Regent's behalf--appropriation bill killed in House--Miss Cunningham discovered forgery of her name to draw funds from Assoc. fund [by Devereux]--great loss to many people. ER-5, p. 188","A.L.S. New York. Re his father's check for $276.50 given his mother in exchange for Mount Vernon funds she wished to send Regent.  Check not presented until after father's death.  Son offers to send amount as soon as check is located, so that legal procedure will cause no delay in payment. [Marginal note states: two oak trees were planted at Mount Vernon in memory of Mrs. Goodrich, VR-Conn, and Miss Sigourney.] ER-4, p. 73","A.L.S. Farmer's Bank, Dover letterhead. Draft to Mr. Riggs for $23.30. ER-23, p. 219","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Written on behalf of the Regent. Note, not presented during his father's illness, when presented, son asks that it be returned to him for adjustment of payment. ER-4, p. 72","Draft. Miss Tracy's delicate health forces McMakin to the painful duty of informing him of loss to Association of $5000 through forgery of Miss Cunningham's name to checks by Mr. Devereux--she had thought such a thing impossible since Riggs was informed every check given Devereux and Co.--Devereux's brother to attempt to repay--others have lost money also--has placed matter in hands of D.P. Brown, upon Mr. Riggs' advice--asks his advice on keeping the matter quiet--the wretched man has escaped--only Mrs. Ritchie, Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Eve have been told of the affair--Miss Cunningham's distress over the matter prevents any mental exertion now--she has gone to Cape May. ER-D-18","A.L.S. Astoria. Refers to a most unfortunate affair, the concealment of which might bring criticsim to the Assn. ER-3, p. 237","A.L.S. Concerns the Mount Vernon Record. ER-D-95","A.L.S. Sends Well Fargo draft for $1012.75, one of National Bank of New York - 11.00.  Recent Devereux ordeal has greatly affected APC's health - she has gone to Cape May for rest.  N.B. Devereux plans to try to repay debt to MVLA ($5000)  APC wants to keep the whole affair private.  Says account with Riggs now ought to be about $8000. ER-23, p. 219","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re arrest of Devereux and settlement of his case. ER-13, p. 163","A.L.S. San Francisco. Devereux mistaken in statement that the Vice Regent of California ordered 1000 cop. of Washington portrait--it was 200.  Rec'd 200 \"Everett's no.\" which were distributed among Lady Managers, also some boxes from Devereux, 500 (portraits?) lacking and she has kept accurate accts.  Two illuminated Addresses paid for and not rec'd. \"Shocked and pained Congress refuses aid\". ER-8, p. 251","A.L.S. Sandy Hill. Collected $200 and asks for instructions in depositing it. ER-3, p. 234","A.L.S. Boston. Re Devereux forgery, agrees with Regent on suppressing unnecessary publicity.  D.P. Bown best legal adviser in case. ER-9, p. 293","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $1012.75 in Wells Fargo draft, $11 on New York bank.  Since last account he has paid out $4500 in repairs and materials to Mount Vernon.  Balance in account about $6000.  Will pay Mr. Washington $5000 and \"take the chance of something coming in to meet Mr. Herbert's Expenditure\".  Remaining to be paid to Mr. Washington is the last $1666.67 on last bond and the interest on the bond. ER-22, p. 145","A.L.S. Calls on D.P. Brown for an opinion, reports minor duties.  Devereux reports June and July numbers about ready. ER-16, p. 39","A.L.S. Washington. Minor matter concerning pay on $11 draft. ER-22, p.147","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Brown answers APC of some kind of equitable settlement with NB Devereux.  APC impatient.  Mr. Brown recommends \"the strictest secrecy\" in this whole affair. ER-23, p. 207","A.L.S. New York inclined \"to be fussy\".  Devereux brought list of delinquents today, he has suppressed undesirable allusion to Dallas letter--favorably inpressed with article for Mount Vernon Record.  Mr. Godey's son called re check sent, Devereux wishes part of it, will deliver papers to D.P. Brown.  Wishes to remain where she is as long as possible. ER-16, p. 38","A.L.S. Misunderstanding re Devereux's partnership.  Has sent Mr. Godey's check. ER-16, p. 40","A.L.S. North Hartland, Vermont. Reports on money received, but interest in Mount Vernon seems to have waned.  Wants more portraits from Devereux, both Washington and Everett. ER-11, p. 231","Draft. Miss Cunningham prefers the \"dunning\" letters be written by him as editorial work,--she cannot take any steps in regard to Record until affairs of old firm are legally settled--in meantime he can be making Report of Portrait account, and plans for making paper self-sustaining--Miss Cunningham must report to VR's soon on the affair and her handling of it--she has placed affair in hands of Mr. Brown to decide legal action--until losses are covered by indemnification, no contract concerning reissue of Record can be entered into--Miss Cunningham particularly anxious about electrotype plates. ER-D-117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends copy of contract between Mr. Bradshaw and Association for new wharf and road; reports on bills paid and outstanding; plans for completion of buildings; building fence and enclosure around entire boundary except 1/2 mile of plank fencing- 200 yards to finish within sight of Mansion.  Mr. Slater and Mr. Steel, Eng and Scotch gardeners give advice on hedges - recommends native cedar; one kiln brick burned - 80,000 good quality. ER-3, p. 235","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mentions article that has gone to Press, and Regent's surprise visit from Sec. Tracy. ER-16, p. 42","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends copies of June Record--desired to prevent delay in getting the paper out, so some things are included which should have been canceled--intends to change Record soon and solicit advertisements to increase revenue--must not be late in getting out publications--wants $400 by Monday's mail. ER-D-4","A.L.S. Mount Savage. Tracy is visiting her family.  Fails to find an old newspaper containing acct of Devereux forgery.  Mentions Mrs. Gittings, prospective VR, is Mr. Ritchie's sister.  Has a list of gentlemen who would act as managers.  Sends sample of beautiful printing for Association. ER-16, p. 85","Photostat. Thanks Livermore for defending Everett's \"Mount Vernon Papers\" against attacks of NY paper.  Have brought  MVLA $13,000. ER-514","A.L.S. Received draft from Mrs. Cutts, forwards her $15.50 of it--hopes to hear from her regarding future purposes in regard to the Record.  A receipt from N.B. Devereux to A.P. Cunningham for $15.50, his half of Washington Portrait money. ER-D-68","A.L.S. Astoria. Sends $120 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-23, p. 221","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports his action in Devereux Case - judgment served for $2000. ER-3, p. 239","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Miss Cunningham has paid $400 herself--Record to be suspended for 2 months--Mr. Brown advises no action against fugitive [Devereux]. ER-23, p. 223","A.L.S. Barnstable. Sends $8 from the school children. ER- 12, p. 147","A.L. incomplete. Reasons why Miss Cunningham cannot follow Mr. Brown's advice in prosecuting forger, (Devereux).  \"Record\" on hand transferred to Assn.  Regent now computing amounts of contributions in relation to population of various states.  Commends NY for continued contributions. ER-1, p. 157","A.L. Cape Island, N.J. Concerning Devereux forgery case. ER-1, p. 159","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Sends check for $10--introduces Mr. J.W. Derrickson, a Phila. broker, a sufferer in recent distressing affair [Devereux affair]--Mr. Brown advises Association to take no action against [Devereux]--Record will be suspended temporarily. ER-23, p. 225","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refer applicants to Derrickson business to him--discusses responsibility of Mr. Riggs in regard to forged papers he passed. ER-D-22","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re appropriation from Congress.  Contributions small and hard to raise. ER-12, p. 149","A.L. fragment. Boston. Recommends Miss Hamilton and  Mrs. Comegys most efficient advisers and friends in Mrs. Ritchie's absence. ER-9, p. 294","A.L.S. from George A. (Taylor?) of the Railroad Bank, Savannah, GA. Check for $336.87 for payment of dividends to MVLA. ER-23, p.229","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Concerns unanswered letter from Miss Tracy to Mr. Berghmans--Advised daughter not to turn over money to MVLA until the \"clouds of war\" has passed away. ER-13, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Warrant issued for arrest of George T. Devereux, attempts to find him.  Is following advice of D.P. Brown.  Affair has caused many differing opinion in business circles.  Will see G.W. Riggs on his return.  Fears Association has been victimized to a greater extent than at first thought. ER-13, p. 165","A.L.S. Mount Savage. Mrs. Weld suggests Mrs. Basil Gordon as VR-Md, but discusses two others.  Mrs. LeVert is in Boston; Mrs. Ritchie has sailed for Europe. ER-16, p. 86","A.L.S. Sends check for $10. DC MVLA has done little for the cause. ER-23, p. 231","A.L.S. Endorses check for $10 which she neglected to send in previous day's letter. ER-23, p. 233","Draft. Informs her how to send remittances--difficulty with one of editors of Record make it necessary to suspend publication for 2 months--sends her 25 copies of last number to disseminate knowledge of doings of Association--congratulates her on success in South Carolina --Miss Cunningham suffers prostration of her energies now. ER-D-118","Describes visit to Mount Vernon and its condition. Laments that the furniture was not part of the purchase agreement signed by the Ladies. Notes dilapidated condition when Association took it over, repairs and improvements made, lack of furniture in house, criticism of J.A.W. and present caretakers. ER-2, p. 243","A.L.S. Re Council and illness; Mrs. Ritchie, who always assisted in arrangements now fatally ill; E. Everett's cares absorbing his attention; and her own S.C. plantation needs.  Majority of VRs will determine date of Council.  Wishes large attendance. ER-11, p. 116","A.L.S. Has $500 in a New York bank for MVLA endowment fund. ER-3, p. 244","A.L.S. Office of the Lehigh Crane Iron Co. Sends $20 in checks and list of contributors. ER-23, p. 233","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $20 from Mr. Leedom \u0026 list of contributors.  Asks whether MVLA plans to reclaim from  the endorsers the forgeries that had been paid.  Answwers to be referred to Mr. Brown, APC's counsel. ER-22, p. 153","A.L.S. Cape Island. Constitution provides for annual Council; but last year unnecessary as VRs were raising funds.  Council necessary this year as John A. Washington has left MV and Association had to assume possession of Estate.  Regent wishes to combine first Council with final ceremony of taking possession of MV, and asks VR to select the date.  Asks VRs to preserve their letters for Association archives. ER-19, p. 69","A.L.S. Baltimore. Had interview with Dr. Morris.  No letter from Mrs. Gordon; discusses other possibilities for VR-Md. ER-16, p. 87","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $10 from Miss McMakin. ER-22, p. 155","A.L.S. Sends draft for $90. ER-23, p. 235","A.L.S. New York. Re securing rooms for Regent.  Mrs. LeVert is in New York. ER-16, p. 89","A.L.S. Maple Hill, Southbury. First letter after death of her husband (Peter Parley); she is ready to go back to MV work, in which her husband was entirely in sympathy. ER-4, p. 68","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt from Miss McMakin of $90. ER-22, p. 157","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt thinks Dec. 14, day of Washington's death, is best day for Association to take possession of Mount Vernon--Mrs. Hunt will be there if at all possible. ER-5, p. 269","A.L.S. Cape May. Philadelphia artist who executed George Washington and Martha Washington portraits for Devereux and Co. suggests that he might carry on the work started by them. ER-13, p. 169","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re running a boat to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 173","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Requests Macalester to use his influence upon Miss Cunningham to get permission to run a boat from Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 171","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Recommends Capt. Taggart and his proposition for a daily boat to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 175","A.L.S. Chicago. Treasurer for the Illinois MVLA. Sends draft for $1000. ER-23, p. 235","A.L. He and Mr. Brown to call on her today--Mrs. D. sends her fruit. ER-D-99","A.L.S. New York. Concerning minor MVLA matters. ER-22, p. 159","A.L.S. New Orleans. Re time for MVLA to take formal possession of MV; if it cannot be in summer, will vote for Feb. 22nd. ER-14, p. 51","A.L.S. Hartford. Urges MV be cleaned up and made attractive, suggests G.C. Thornburn of Neward could do the work well. ER-4, p. 56","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re daily boat service between Washington and MV. ER-13, p. 181","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re daily boat service between Washington and MV, excepting Sundays. ER-13, p. 177","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of draft for $1000. ER-22, p. 161","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thousand dollar check received--send Miss Cunningham $77 from portrait money--encloses letter to Mr. Herbert, making arrangements for Baron Renfrew's visit to Mount Vernon--asks him to be at Mount Vernon to aid Mr. Herbert in receiving Queen Victoria's son. ER-23, p. 137","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re running boat service between Washington and MV.  Boat 165' long, 27' wide, gives further details of construction.  Would pay Association 25% of passenger revenue, to be increased if number of passengers warrant.  Free passage for Mount Vernon Ladies. ER-13, p. 183","A.L.S. Milwaukee. \"Vice Regent pro tem Wisconsin\" Lack of interest by Lady Managers--tragedy of Lady Elgin steamer --reasons for lack of energy and patriotism in Wisconsin.","A.L. Philadelphia. Formal note stating they will render soon an account on sale of G/W portraits. ER-13, p. 167","A.L.S. Washington. He and Mr. Herbert saw President.  Seems Queen Victoria's son to arrive at Mount Vernon soon.  Riggs a little embarrassed to take the Prince to see Mount Vernon in its dilapidated condition. ER-22, p. 163","A.L.S. Boston. Miss Macalaster mentioned Regent is improved…does herself injustice in referring to her mental faculties as she does…as her letters are as clear as ever.  Discusses date for Council meeting at length, also of celebrating Association's possession of Mount Vernon.  Regrets Mrs. Ritchie cannot counsel her at this time - expects her return in Spring - commends her to Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Comegys.  Regrets South attitude toward him. ER-9, p. 295","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham delighted he is to be one of the Baron's attendants. Southern Fire Eaters are very English in their tastes. ER-23, p. 239","A.L.S. Encloses bill for portraits--Mr. David Paul Brown will be at his office tomorrow to sign agreement with her. Letter ER-D-9, Bill ER-D-10","A.L.S. Washington. His trip to Mount Vernon with the Prince was a success.  Mr. Herbert did fine job preparing Mount Vernon for the visit.  Describes visit in detail. ER-22, p. 165","A.L. North Hartland, Vermont. End of letter missing. Sends $75, irregular billing and delivery of MV Record settled.  Orders to Devereux not filled, will write new firm, regrets Devereux' conduct.  Looks forward to meeting the MV Ladies in person when Council meets and possession is taken of MV; suggests timne of inauguration good date for meeting. ER-11, p. 231","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham interested in Mount Vernon reception of the Prince, but chides him for not sending her check she requested--wants full account of funds not invested. ER-23, p. 241","A.L.S. He is unwell, would prefer meeting her on Saturday--will see Mr. Brown the same day. ER-D-97","A.L.S. Washington. Apologizes for forgetting to send check. Now encloses check for $77.  With that withdrawn, $348.88 in MVLA account.  Used $2000 more of Treasury notes for Mount Vernon repairs. ER-22, p. 166","A.L.S. Receives check from Riggs for $77 APC \"distressed at the state of the Treasury\".  Says Mr. Washington owes MVLA for certain boat receipts. ER-241","A.L. Copy. Philadelphia. Asks for detailed statement re proposed continuance of boat service to Mount Vernon, to lay before Vice Regents. ER-1, p. 165","A.L.S. Citizens Bank of Louisiana. Check for $50.ER-23, p. 270","A.L.S. Detroit. Prefers Feb.22 to Dec. 14 as date of taking possession of Mount Vernon. ER-17, p, 154","A.L.S. Staten Island. Asks for date of next Council meeting, so she can make her winter plans by it. ER-4, p. 68","Addressed to Miss Johnson, although Christie Johnson was no longer secretary for the MVLA. Date is written on letter and appears to be accurate. Encloses circular she has sent to the Masons.  Hopes for substantial aid from them. ER-12, p. 167","A.L.S. Mendato, Minnesota. Writes that Mrs. Sibley has been confined to her room, seriously ill for 4 mos.  Ernestly desires that her resignation be accepted, and her successor be appointed, so that every effort may be made to raise Minn's quota.  Explains the extreme financial troubles in the state. ER-11, p. 235","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends dimensions of rooms; recommends hall be covered with old cloth; paid Mr. Bradshaw $1000 for work though work was delayed.  Old portico has been pulled down and new one is being built. ER-3, p. 301","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Encloses order for $693.50. ER-23, p. 243","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Approves Feb. 22 as date for taking possession of Mount Vernon and recommends Grand Council to be held at that time also.  Sent Mr. Riggs $694 making total Mississippi contribution $4642.19.  Reports appointing a Lady Manager in Milliken's Bend, La., unrepresented before, the home of her daughter. ER-14, p. 87","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re Association's proposal to change terms of contract re boat service.  Gave John A. Washington 1/4 gross receipts, free passage for his family, carried his freight.  Contract with him dated Aug. 1850; wish to continue on same basis.  Boat company has paid stockholders no dividends in nine years, and company is still in debt.  Company will sell its boat to MVLA. ER-3, p. 240","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Southerners having trouble cashing cotton drafts with banks - will this affect the Southern VR drafts to Mr. Riggs?  APC highly concerned over status of MVLA Treasury. ER-23, p. 245","A.L.S. Alexandria. Learns that steamer Thomas Collyer contract is to be terminated, makes proposition to build a new steamer if Association will give exclusive rights of transportation of Mount Vernon visitors; will pay Association $1800 for privilege; or 25% on all visitors, will repair new wharf.  Encloses itemized estimate of receipts probably if his plan is accepted by MVLA, as $8580. ER-3, p. 241","A.L.S. Alexandria. Reports on amount contributed ($97) on bills; asks about grates for library and dining room and kind of coal wanted; re Mr. Bradshaw's forfeit. ER-3, p. 241","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re a specified run, but thinks present plan better for both MVLA and Boat Co.  Gross receipts for July 1859 - July 1860 were $6696, which minus 1/4 paid was $1674. ER-3, p. 240","A.L.S. Alexandria. If his plan is accepted he will make 4 trips per week from Apr 1-Sept 1, 3 trips unless prevented by weather during other mos.  Boat to leave Washington 9:30 a.m. and remain at Mount Vernon 1 3/4 hrs., will also carry all freight of MVLA, its officers and employees free. ER-3, p. 241","A.L.S. Suggestions reach him too late to carry them out.  Says Mr. Yancy did not denounce Mr. Everett.  Mr. Ritchie has confidence in E. Everett. ER-3, p. 244","A.L.S. New York. Difficulties in getting in touch with Mrs. Goodrich, Miss Hamilton and Mrs. LeVert. ER-15, p. 7","A.L. Draft. Acknowledges receipt of \"opinions\" he has sent.  Regent concerned that enthusiasm to continue contributions wanes now that purchase has been made.  Mount Vernon plans await Lincoln's Declaration.  Exultation in accomplishing purchase is now overshadowed by uncertainty of the country's future. ER-11, p. 111","A.L.S. Washington. Cannot afford to change contract for boat to Mount Vernon.  Have run boat for 9 years, without much profit.  Doubt another company, though it may make better offer, can do it cheaper in fact. ER-4, p. 106","A.L.S. Southbury. Cannot meet Miss Tracy's request for a meeting in New York - but asks that Miss Tracy write and she will answer back as she feels very strong on \"the subject.\" ER-4, p. 69","A.L.S. New York. Had interview with Mary Morris Hamilton.  Seems to favor retaining Bryan and hiring better boat.  Mrs. Ritchie's letter to Miss Hamilton re Regent's residence at Mount Vernon, question of furnishings, which will cost $400-500, table service, etc., freight, insured send by schooner. ER-15, p. 11","A.L.S. New York. Fears she will not have bills ready to send Regent but will show them to M.M. Hamilton.  Is told Mrs. LeVert has left town.  Asks about Maryland.  Will attend an auction for furniture. ER-16, p. 90","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Conference with Capts. Wilden and Taggart re boat Logan.  Will make daily or tri-weekly trip as you prefer. ER-13, p. 71","A.L.S. New York. Pleased to find merchants gave 5% and 10% off cost on Mount Vernon bill.  Comments on political affairs.  Mr. Lincoln's election. ER-15, p. 15","A.L.S. Alexandria. Asks him to send enclosed letter to Regent; hopes for a favorable reply. ER-8, p. 75","A.L.S. Alexandria. Elected President of Alexandria, Mount Vernon Turnpike R.R. Co.  Board hears Association is opposed to road, asks for official statement from Association; company does not wish to interfere with their cause, but to aid it. ER-8, p. 73","A.L.S. New York. Sends draft for $1000. ER-23, p. 247","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of check for $1000 from Miss Hamilton.  Tells her not to sell Va. State bonds - if Virginia leaves the Union, Mount Vernon will leave to go, too. ER-22, p. 167","A.L.S. Sends $11 check.  Says \"political intelligence of this morning\" (election of Lincoln?) spells \"the death knell of the Union.\" ER-23, p. 247","A.L.S. Nashville. Assures Regent of her continued loyalty and zeal.  Will institute agencies all over State and report results.  Lincoln elected, Union not dissolved.  In the Grand Torch Light procession (1000 torches) saw banner \"Mount Vernon the Golden Link of the Union\".  E. Everett's speeches will doubtless go forward.  Thinks Tenn. bound for Union.  Suggest Prince of Wales might contribute.  Has written between 1000-2000 letters for Mount Vernon, and willing to write 1000 more. ER-10, p. 217","A.L.S. St. Louis. Asks whether she should forward subscriptions, between $1300 and $1400, or place them at interest there.  Suggests asking some of the Lady Managers to attend ceremonies when possession is taken of the Estate. ER-10, p. 92","A.L.S. Regent planning to pay Mrs. Comegys a \"long visit\"; she is worn out by the polical prospects, and wishes to consult with her and her husband on future plans for Association.  Short quotation written on page from E. Everett's letter, Aug. 22, 1860, to Regent, recommending her, in Mrs. Ritchie's absence, to Mrs. Comegys and M.M. Hamilton as \"efficient advisors and friends\". ER-17, p. 86","Fragment. Notation that \"in Cora's\" absence APC would \"find most efficient advisors and friends in Mrs. Comegys and Mary Hamilton.\" Other notations \"v.9, 294\" and \"Mr. Malrin to Comegys, Nov. 15, 1860\"","A.L.S. Philadelphia. In order to make final settlement without jeopardizing the opportunity to raise further funds for maintenance of property, she proposes that the terms be consummated  privately and the contract placed in the hands of a third party. RM-523, ER-4270","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thinks present staff can prevent damage to estate.  Will place extra man at tomb.  Old vault has been well enclosed with high paling fence. ER-3, p. 245","A.L.S. Hartford, CT. Offers 10 or 20 copies of new volume of her poems, profits for planting trees, shrubs or hedge at Mount Vernon.  Note by Mrs. S.E.J. Hudson also in folder says no known plantings at Mount Vernon in honor of Mrs. Sigourney or Mrs. Goodrich, who had both requested them. ER-4, p. 52-53","A.L.S. He has already paid Post Office dept. $10 through Jan. 1861 for P.O. box--agrees it is fair for Association to pay half--he has paid over $20 to letter carrier for outside letters (he charged a cent on each). ER-D-104","A.L.S. Hagerstown. Peter J. Adams, William Marr, and Lewis Schindel \"Judges of Election\" enclose $7 contributed by voters of Hagerstown at late election for Mount Vernon fund. Given to the Mayor of Washington, D.C. James G. Berret to deliver to MVLA. ER-23, p. 249","A.L.S. St. Louis. Is she to assume possession of Mount Vernon on Dec. 14? ER-5, p. 269","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham plans visit to Mrs. Comegys. ER-15, p. 13","A.L.S. Boston. Re his being denounced an \"Abolitionist\" and lengthy statement of his activities from young manhood. ER-9, p. 297","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Mr. Herbert has bachelor accommodations at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Herbert and Mr. Bryan consult with her re boat service.  Mrs. John A. Washington dies of apoplexy. ER-15, p. 14","Two handwritten extracts of a letter from Sarah Tracy to Margaret Comegys re: the Bryan boats to Mount Vernon and controversy between Mr. Bryan and Mr. Herbert. ER-17, p, 87","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Herbert says the \"road company\" is determined to get railroad; if Association will not aid they will keep matter before public to secure its favor and force Association to yield.  Suggests an article in newspapers stating MVLA's objections to road might forestall company's plan.  Mr. Herbert thinks them a \"pack of swindlers\".  Mr. Varnum favors such an article, suggests conferring with Mr. and Mrs. Comegys.  Mrs. Hyde is ready to go to Mount Vernon with Sec. Tracy as soon as weather permits.  Mr. Herbert has 4 bedsteads, 2 in his room.  Mr. Washington is there. ER-8, p. 76","A.L.S. North Hartland. Re date for meeting and taking possession of Mount Vernon.  Hopes Congressional aid will be given MVLA.  Gives views on impending civil difficulties, John Brown, etc. ER-11, p. 231","A.L.S. Waveland. Re deed to Mount Vernon property. ER-9, p. 83","A.L.S. Regent remembers her visit to Mrs. Comegys' home with pleasure. ER-16, p. 17","A.L.S. Asks what MVLA funds onhand now are [in pencil - $4,402.79]. ER-23, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Herbert hurt foot badly.  Furniture arrived.  Miss T. plans to go to Mount Vernon with Mr. Hyde.  Boat to run 3 times a week after Dec. 1, between Alex. and Mount Vernon.  Plan for Miss Cunningham's arrival. ER-15, p. 15","A.L.S. Seeks Mr. Comegys' counsel re an undesirable plan being developed for a railroad between Alexandria and Mount Vernon with terminal near boundary of estate.  Gives reasons for her objections. ER-1, p. 167","A.L.S. APC planning to go to Mount Vernon - upset at being unable to cash at NY bank a check on a Georgia bank. ER-23, p. 251","A.L.S. Washington. Forwards a letter from Mr. Brown that \"amazed\" sec. ER-16, p. 91","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mansion looks shabby; kitchen utensils lacking; discusses curtain material for library windows suggesting turkey red; may purchase tables in Banquest Hall from John A. Washington.  Chairs good enough; Supt Herbert has satisfactory servants - a \"free negro\" man who is jack of all trades and cook, a young mulatto for house work.  Advises Regent to adjust her boat trip to Mount Vernon to avoid a large group of visiting soldiers from New Haven. ER-16, p. 93","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Agrees with Regent that the proposed railroad would injure Mount Vernon property. Suggestions for newspaper replies to attacks on MVLA in Washington papers.  Hasbrouck continues efforts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 1","A.L.S. St. Louis. Check from St. Louis VR for $1373.52. ER-23, p. 255","A.L.S. New Orleans. From the President of the Constitution Club. The $81 raised to support the Bell and Everett campaign for Presidency is to be turned over to the Mount Vernon Association as a most worthy patriotic cause in which E. Everett has been zealously interested. ER-10, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Notes check from VR of Missouri that total MVLA funds now $4402.79. ER-22, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent moved to Washington last winter in order to work more effectively on counteracting public's idea MVLA needed no more funds; VRs in most states cordially approved action.  Contributions had almost ceased during summer; repairs at Mount Vernon urgent.  Public's interest must be re-awakened.  Planned for 1st Council and formal taking possession of Mount Vernon on Feb. 22 with E. Everett as orator, but pending crisis in U.S. makes postponement of plans necessary.  Every effort to guard Mount Vernon will be made.  Workers will be \"protectors\" without extra pay.  Largest part of work upon walls and outbuildings completed before John A. Washington left Mount Vernon; that on Mansion may not require much more.  Regent will make Mount Vernon headquarters for Association to save expense and protect place, and she had also have \"her private resources\" available here.  Regent goes south in a few days to settle her father's estate. ER-19, p. 79, 81","A.L.S. Receipt for salary.  Two months salary in advance from Dec. 15th to Feb. 1-5, $66. ER-16, p. 92","A.L.S. Philadelphia. She and her father commend the Appeal.  Too busy to call on Regent lately.  Lady Managers at Easton and Harrisburg have asked Edward Everett to lecture in their respective towns. ER-13, p. 68","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports severe snow storm; discomfort living in Mansion; first to ride over new road; Mr. Herbert's fine service; repairs on out buildings, Mansion window sills, and Portico; need for protection.  Alexandria gate closed, river entrance (25 cents) used.  Financial crisis ends railroad problem.  War prospects alarming. ER-1, p. 169","A.L.S. St. Louis. Received leaves from Mount Vernon--will ask Mr. Everett to lecture there--are reports true that they will take possession of Mount Vernon on July 4? --this may help allay bitter feeling between North and South--will take at least a year to complete canvassing state of Missouri. ER-5, p. 271","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Requests his cooperation in certain financial transactions, mentions the new insight she has gained during her residence at Mount Vernon.  RM-523, ER-4271, 4 p.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent attempted to stimulate public's flagging interest in contributions to Mount Vernon--due to political situation.  Planned to raise funds for repairs, partly through publicized formalitites when MVLA takes possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, during Council.  VRs, with two exceptions, approved.  Must postpone plans and guard and protect Mount Vernon--for this Regent will move Assn Headquarters to Mount Vernon.  Largest part of repairs on walls and out-buildings completed before John. A. Washington left.  Workmen on Mansion not needed much longer.  Regent goes South soon to settle father's estate. ER-16, p. 95","A.L.S. Cambridge.  Mrs. Greenough's deputy for Grand Council, Mrs. H.'s powers as \"attorney for Mrs. G.\".  Advisability of date for Council questioned, unfavorable weather and intense political stresses may effect VRs. ER-12, p. 151","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. South Carolina's \"fatal mistake\".  Called on Mr. Riggs, does not advise speculating with Association funds at this time.  If money comes from Missouri Legislature, put it in State Bank.  Advised paying John A. Washington, who would give order on Boat Company. ER-15, p. 16","A.L.S. Waveland. Sends order to G.W. Riggs for steamboat receipts up to Dec 31, 1860.  Thanks her for invitation to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 85","A.L.S. Waveland. Asks that $300 be paid Burke and Herbert, premiums paid from June 2, 1858 to June 2, 1861 on insurance Mount Vernon Mansion and deduct same from steamboat receipts for which he sent order on Jos. Bryan. Marked, \"Paid out of receipts from Jos. Bryan\".  Signed G.W. Riggs 1861. Reverse side marked paid, J.A.W., Jan 9, 1861. ER-9, p. 84","A.L.S. Waveland. Concerning steamboat receipts and contract. ER-23, p. 257","A.L.S. Saint Joseph, Missouri, Brother of George C. Thorburn, engaged to lay out Mount Vernon grounds, died.  His brother John applies for position of gardener at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 112","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Strictly private. Enlists her services in planning an unusual and brilliant affair to break Washington apathy.  Suggests excursion down river to Mount Vernon, and orator to give address there. ER-1, p. 161","A.L.S. Addressed \"Dear Patriot.\" Calls this \"her Valley Forge\" - funds low - public apathy towards MVLA goal. ER-17, p. 80","Handwritten copy of letter. Explains Regent's consent to introduction of Bill in Congress asking aid for Association.  Bill defeated by lack of necessary two-thirds vote. ER-11, p. 109","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Re Devereux forgery - Association loss through workman's prior claims for services rendered. ER-1, p. 163","2 letters, undated, drafts of copies.  Re Devereux note and forger, and securing the Mount Vernon Record. ER-1, p. 161","Draft.  Regent annoyed at continued problem of crowds pouring into Mount Vernon at all times.  Declared railroad in any hands would be objectionable. ER-11, p. 106","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Called on D.P. Brown -- says Derrickson's will do as directed. ER-16, p. 15","A.L.S. Congratulates her on success of excursion and securing Mrs. Chesnut as VR-SC. ER-16, p. 16","Draft. Has sent him several volumes of the \"Record\" and GW portraits, hopes he can sell them to visitors (though she realizes it to be outside the realm of his duties) as the MVLA desperately needs funds. ER-11, p. 149","A.L.S. Charleston. Mr. Washington says he has sent Riggs an order on steamship co. for all sums due to Jan. 1, 1861--please let her know the amount--this is only source of funds left to them for a long time to come--uncertainties of mails now. ER-23, p. 259","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Thinks majority of country are in a bewildered state and \"waiting\".  Money market revived some, want and misery not so prevalent…Doubts stories of Charleston's misery.  Advises her not to go to Rosemont until things are quieter.  Visit to Mrs. Eve. ER-15, p. 17","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Back page clipped. Copies papers sent to Mr. Brown for Mrs. Comegys, Mr. Herbert and Regent.  The proposed road (rail) would make 3 entrances to Mount Vernon grounds instead of 2, would necessitate a new gravel walk.  Asks Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to send their opinion of road to Regent.  Short, undated note on opposite page. ER-15, p. 19","A.L.S. Asks instructions for the settlement of financial matters between himself and The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. RM-523, ER-4272. 1 p.","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Mr. Bryan has paid $1600 to Association--had to pay $300 insurance under terms of purchase--Mr. Bryan promises to pay more when accounts of boat are made up--fewer people going down to Mt. Vernon beause of condition of country--no money coming in and fears no more will come. ER-22, p. 171","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Friends advise going to New York, but is \"unwilling to believe in Civil War.\"  Dr. Norris has not written re Gen. Stuart's plan.  Re Queen of England's tribute to her dead.  No mail rec'd.  Sec. has been ill with fever. ER-15, p. 20","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd Regent's letter from Augusta.  Questions her attitude toward Association but hopes Regent will \"stand by\" in spite of northern elements.  Has been unable to secure newspapers giving accounts of Mrs. Berghman's wedding, but gives brief statement of her memory of accounts.  Devereux well again.  Speaks of political clouds gathering. ER-16, p. 43","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Receives letter from Supt. Herbert re entrances, encloses copy.  Entrances by Lodges called \"White Gate\", not desirable to dispense with it.  Railroad men have to survey the grounds, and are very annoying.  Letter from Pres. of Railroad just received.  Suggests Regent bring back one or more of her own servants.  [Encloses copy of letter from Herbert to Tracy, same date] ER-15, p. 21","A.L. South Carolina. Explains \"historic\" citation to her location.  Rains and swollen streams prevent her reaching home  Spent 2 weeks with Mrs. Eve. ER-11, p. 118 and ER-1, p. 179","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Hopes Regent will arrive at Rosemont safely.  E. Everett in Washington on errand of peace.  Mails slow. ER-15, p. 23","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Mr. Thorburn who had applied for position at Mount Vernon, writes apologizing as he read of his brother's appointment in newspaper, but thinks Mr. Herbert may need an asst.  Asks how she shall answer inquiries aboout Regent's being a Secessionist.  Again ill with fever. ER-15, p. 24","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Will reply to Mrs. Hopkinson's questions that over $15,000 is at interest and Regent does not wish to touch principal.  A friend thinks Queen of England would contribute to fund, through Lord Lyons. ER-15, p. 25","A.L. Mt. Savage. Part of letter copied. Troubled because no answer to her letters from Regent.  Rec'd letter from Mrs. Johnson's sec. (Miss Barr) acknowledging receipt of circular letter; says Mrs. Johnson is in Washington, and that probably nothing will be done in Arkansas for Mount Vernon until country is quiet.  Two visitors.  Boat to be laid up for repairs.  Encloses names of directors of R.R. Co. ER-15, p. 26-27","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. No replies to her last 6 letters.  Regrets sending Regent Alexandria Gazette article.  Suggests buying the railroad's charter.  Collyer (boat) to be laid up for repairs.  Supt. Herbert anticipates increase in visitors.  For visitors now, small force at Mount Vernon.  Supt. Herbert's place in military co. is filled.  VR-Ohio glad you are to be at Mount Vernon, work in her state suspended until country quiets down.  Announces Mrs. Walton's death.  Mrs. Hopkinson sent $620. ER-15, p. 28","A.L.S. Rosemont. Private. Deep concern that enclosed newspaper clipping (p. 172) may draw her into \"political arena\" at expense of Association's progress. ER-1, p. 173-177","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Perplexed by problems arising because of the War situation, such as talk re the \"Peace Congress\" at Mount Vernon on the 22nd.  Has not heard from A.P.C. since her uncomfortable return to her home.  Thinks railroad \"will die a natural death in these hard times\".  Send letters to Alexandria as she will be leaving Washington in a fortnight. ER-15, p. 29","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Rec'd Regent's letter of 7th.  Sends sketch of letter to Mr. Brown, but thinks he will advise ignoring newspaper item as no others have appeared.  Pleased to receive answer re her position in political situation.  Came to Washington a week ago.  Dissatisfaction that boat is not running to Mount Vernon.  Talked to Mr. Bryan about getting boat service at once, reported to Mr. Riggs.  Discusses living in Washington or Alexandria.  Contract for turnpike will kill railroad project.  Wants Alex. Gaxette to leave Regent alone.  Response from Circular letter by Vice Regents lacking. ER-15, p. 29","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Rec'd note from Mr. Peabody, sec. of E. Everett trust fund in Boston - sends also $845.48, amount on hand.  Trustees have instructed him to dispose of securities and send money to Mr. Riggs. ER-16, p. 78","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Receives Regent's letters regularly.  Boat trips to begin Sat.  Washington is crowded.  Alex. Gazette articles copied from Southern paper, but evidently went no further.  Saw Miss Willard of Troy and Mrs. Phelps. Mrs. Barry glad Regent is at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 30","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Advises Miss Cunningham to  maintain her position as a national not sectional woman.  If the Alexandria Gazette article is to be answered - silence is better - then publish the complete correspondence involved with no comment.  ER-3, p. 247","Two copies of previous letter in writing of Sarah Tracy, each with minor changes. Re article in S.C. newspaper, copied in Alexandria Gazette.  Regent is a national character in her office at Mount Vernon.  Advises silence upon all \"agitating subjects.\" ER-15, p. 33, and ER-3, p. 255","A.L.S. Private. Portion of letter clipped off.  Rosemont. Sec. Tracy fails to locate Alexandria Gazette item (see p. 172).  Mother opposes Regent's going to Mount Vernon.  Refuses to resign.  Plan for railroad from Alexandria to Mount Vernon unsuccessful.  Sec. Tracy lives with Washington friends 2 1/2 mos. Reducing Association expenses. ER-1, p. 181","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Doubts if letters are tampered with.  Rains were severe.  All advise being quiet about Mount Vernon.  Keeps boat running for any who want to come and advertises it, but nothing special to attract as public is not excited.  Peace Congress may visit Mount Vernon in body.  Will go down to Mount Vernon this week. ER-15, p. 31","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Has just seen Mr. King re having a Post Office established at Mount Vernon.  He will give order before Tuesday.  Regent, or Supt. or sec to be Postmaster. ER-15, p. 34","A.L.S. Clarendon Hotel, Washington, DC. Visits Mount Vernon.  Portico and house being painted, windows washed and much clearing done.  Many visitors.  Supt. has $200 and wants to put Gen. Washington's room in order, plaster, paper, paint.  Can get chairs from Mr. Lewis, dressing table used by Washington.  Roof needs immediate shingling.  Asks what to do about porch by Library.  Mrs. Berghmans visits Mount Vernon, and wishes to bring Mrs. Lincoln by boat; invitation sent by Association and accepted. ER-15, p. 35","A.L.S. Application to him from a man in Boston. ER-22, p. 273","Copy. Washington, DC. In compliance with Mrs. Lincoln's desire to visit Mount Vernon, offers the Thomas Collyer (steamboat) for her party. Also copy of Mrs. Lincoln's reply.  ER-1, p. 138; ER-15, p. 38","A.L.S. Executive Mansion. Writing on behalf of Mrs. Lincoln who accepts their invitation to visit Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 249","A.L.S. Clarendon Hotel, Washington, DC. Difficulties with mail.  Mount Vernon is made a Postal Depot and Supt. Herbert the Post Master.  Superintendent has bought kitchen utensils and has $240 left from receipts since Dec.  Reviews Supt's recommendations re mending Mansion roof promptly, order for cutting shingles; putting Washington's room in order, charging fee to it and keeping guard there; furniture for the room.  Many visitors.  Mrs. Berghmans' plan for Mrs. Lincoln's visit, rain and children's having measles deferred trip indefinitely, final arrangements. ER-15, p. 39","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Receives her letter of Feb. 21 and 22.  Mr. Lincoln not invited to Mount Vernon, and Mrs. Lincoln's proposed visit kept secret.  Re Gen. Washington's room, thinks plaster can be mended, room painted and wait for paper.  Wind carried away covered passage to Kitchen, and one side Judge Washington's porch.  Mr. Graham and she get prices in Alexandria for bedstead, dining table, mahogany chair, rocking chair (rockerless), curtains, pillow case.  Describes Mrs. Lincoln. ER-15, p. 36","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Lincoln and party went to Mount Vernon on Tuesday.  Encloses short news clipping re same. ER-15, p. 37","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Went to Mount Vernon, John A. Washington  on boat.  Mr. Herbert will send an official account of condition of Gen. Washington's room.  Laths are not decayed, plaster can be mended, paper is badly discolored, woodwork to be painted, windows can be altered.  Stays at Mount Vernon a few days, fits sitting room carpet.  Mansion is in tidy condition.  Library porch can be fixed.  Plants in greenhouse and vegetables in hot-beds in good condition  Describes Mrs. Lincoln's visit.  Patent office will send Mount Vernon seeds. ER-15, p. 40","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Hears through Sarah Tracy that Regent at Rosemont.  Explains work for which she is paid, teaching a pupil, and reviewing books for Publication Society but has prospect of  public school position.  Urges Regent to return to Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 44","A.L.S. Baltimore. In looking over list of Vice-Regents, saw none listed for MD. Why?  Earlier MVLA had asked her for assistance in this endeavor - she was unable - now however, she offers her services.  Feels that more than purchasing GW's home the MVLA can help bond together women of North and South.  Wants to use Record to bring \"political influence of women more before them.\" ER-13, p. 34","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Visits Mount Vernon, finds Mansion clean and in good order, some rooms habitable.  Men are sanding paint.  Vegetable garden has peas, strawberries in blossom, plenty of lettuce.  Road to be finished soon, contract does not provide for repair of all the road.  Supt Herbert offers a walnut extension table for temporary use. Re keeping 6 dining room chairs; room for Mrs. Matthews, floor coverings, furnishings for Regent's room.  Plans for Regent's trip and arrival at Mount Vernon.  Asks about painting sitting room. ER-15, p. 42","A.L.S. Richmond. Sent box and other articles Mrs. Beale was keeping for Regent.  Lately learns of small sums for portraits sent by Mississippi; asks if they were not rec'd, thinks this only case of \"money enclosed\" for portraits being lost. ER-16, p. 276","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Greenough in Boston $500. ER-22, p. 175","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mails delayed by rains.  War news suggests mails will be stopped.  Is roof of porch to be propped up - will prevent painting end of house.  Colonnade blown away.  Silver plate can be bought for $28.  Re repairs of boat, rising costs, E. Everett at Cincinnati, hiring someone to come on with Regent. ER-15, p. 42","A.L.S. From Oregon, $320.57 - Hopes more will come in to support Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 177","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Will attend to furniture to be bought at auction.  Mail may stop any day.  Thinks Regent cannot spend summer in S.C.  Thinks she will go to Mt. Savage.  Mr. Riggs sends box sent to him from Baltimore jeweler with oval gold and jet brooch with Houdon profile of Gen. Washington, also two smaller pins.  Hopes Regent will go to Columbia. ER-15, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Supt. Herbert sends estimate on repairing room (Gen. Washington's?), regrets her decision to prop up Library porch, will paint sitting-room.  Hopes Regent will soon leave Rosemont. ER-15, p. 44","A.L.S. Baltimore. Issues a 4 page Peace Appeal addressed to the VRs of Mount Vernon, urging a Peace Convention at Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 54-55","A.L.S. Rosemont. Private. Written on behalf of APC - quite ill.  Asks him to request Gen. Beauregard and President Davis of the Confederates information on whether war to be carried to Virginia soil.  If so, she is anxious to remove to Mount Vernon since she feels her presence there will be Mount Vernon's greatest safeguard. ER-300","A.L.S. Rosemont. Description of mail servic. Arranged to communicate with Miss Tracy through Mrs. Walker of North Carolina. Now has Mrs. Fogg of Tennessee mail her letters. Fears Miss Tracy has fled the area of Washington City. Wanted Miss Tracy to go to Mount Vernon and she will join her when her health permits. Asks Riggs to ask General Scott to forbid soldiers going to Mount Vernon. Wants Mr. Herbert to know she consents to repairs of Washington's bedroom, \"removal of the roof of the porch in order that the painting of the outside of the Mansion may be complete, also that I wish the colonnade (the one not blown down) to be so well repaired or propped that it will stand as a model to rebuild the one removed by the storm.\" Think boats should be stopped to reduce danger from Northern soldiers. ER-23, p. 263","A.L.S. Rosemont. Concerned over statements that Lincoln will blow up public buildings in Washington if city is in danger from Confederates--worry about Washington relics in Patent office--begs him to get interview with Lincoln or Mrs. Lincoln and offer Mount Vernon as safe place for relics during war--if so, she must get additional force to guard them there--doesn't fear Southern soldiers, for they are gentlemen, but northern army is composed of every type--fears they may even fire Mount Vernon--must hold Va. bonds--sum due from Steamboat Company--Mr. Everett has $6000 on deposit--suggests Mrs. Riggs make Mount Vernon her place of refuge during war and become its guardian during her absence. ER-23, p. 265","A.L.S. Alexandria. Keeps writing letters for fear mails may be closed, but has little hope that they reach Regent, so reviews former correspondence.  Baltimorians attack northern troops, could not telegraph, mails curtailed, expected women to leave hotels.  Mr. and Mrs. Riggs suggested my going to Mount Vernon, went few days later.  Supt. Herbert gone to Washington to adjust all he could.  Fears attack on Washington, families leaving city, crowds coming in.  Mr. Ritchie leaves Richmond to join his wife.  Supt. Herbert may have to join army.  Hopes a friend in Va. will join her.  Mr. Riggs advised dismissing all workmen, but two.  No boat.  Visitors scarce.  Will send Regent her summer clothes if she so wishes. ER-15, p. 45-47","A.L.S. Sends check for $500, Mrs. Greenough's collection in Massachusetts. ER-23, p. 261","A.L.S. Alexandria. Rec'd Regent's 3 letters.  Goes to see Mr. Riggs and Gen. Scott.  Fears northern troops will be placed at Mount Vernon on plea of protection  Gen. Scott assured Ladies protection, when sec. said she was assured of such action by Va.  Reported to Mr. Riggs.  Mansion insurance paid to June 2, Mr. Riggs will take care of it then, but can promise little re checks a week ahead.  Servants: Priscilla and sister, woman to wash every week.  Dandridge and Emily have left.  Presence of Ladies at Mount Vernon its greatest protection.  Nothing to be done except work 2 men can do.  Two white men necessary for protection.  Comments on length of enlistments, war equipment.  Mails running.  Has Miss Cunningham's things ready to send her.  Gov. Pickens' speech makes protection of Mount Vernon difficult. ER-15, p. 48-49","Copy. A.L. Mount Vernon. Regent asks sec. to write him of Regent's \"total inability to write\".  Has been ill and troubled with her personal business affairs.  She is at Rosemont, no plans for returning to Mount Vernon.  Due to conditions of nation and low funds of Association, all repairs have ceased except what 2 men can do with materials on hand.  Boat stopped, have few visitors, small force for protection of Mount Vernon.  Regent has obtained assurances that under no plea will troops be placed at MV--\"she feels that if any place in the country will be free from molestation it will be Mount Vernon\". ER-15, p. 72","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Administration will not stop mails; Tracy sure she can get mail south, great irregularity with northern mail since Baltimore trouble.  Garden provides asparagus, fruit trees lade; no sugar, tea or coffee.  Regent left Hoffman.  Mary McMakin expected.  Preserves rec'd from New Orleans.   Mansion roof leaks badly.  Will take $100 to shingle.  Supt. Herbert draws money from Burke and Herbert bank, so have $493.50 in safe at Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Barry has about $400 to send Mount Vernon.  May use linen drugget on floor. ER-15, p. 50","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Will carry out Regent's instructions re preservation and care of Mount Vernon.  If Regent permits, he thinks he can attend to Confederate soldiers at Mount Vernon satisfactorily.  Will see Col. Terrett as Regent requests.  Gen. Washington's bedroom is plastered and painted, roof mended; Mr. Riggs' order to dismiss workmen will be carried out.  Mr. Washington's farm houses too far away to be injured by fort gun fire. ER-8, p. 51","A.L.S. Dover, DE. Encloses clipping from Phil. Evening Journal, May 15, 1861, stating indignation at report Col. John A. Washington had removed body of Washington from Mount Vernon, with denial of false report; cites Association's agreement with J.A.W. in contract at time of purchase. ER-17, p. 93","A.L.S. with typed transcripts. Washington, D.C. Does not believe southern army will get near enough to shell the city--does not believe letters are being opened--cannot ask authorities to move General Washington's effects to Mount Vernon--rumor Virginians have removed Washington's body--finances will not permit hiring guards at Mount Vernon--no \"reign of terror\" here--cannot get to see Genl. Scott to ask that Mount Vernon be made sacred ground--boat not running, but mails come through. ER-22, p. 179, transcripts ER-3210, RM-328","A.L.S. Washington. Excitement in DC and NYC that rumors of removal of Washington's remains from Mount Vernon whether true or not he does not know, but not done by JAW. ER-22, p. 181","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Delayed mails rec'd by both sec. and Regent.  G.W. Riggs will care for Mount Vernon packages.  Will send Regent writing materials.  Comments on conditions.  The Herald's article on Washington's body being moved to Va. mountains causes great excitement.  Supt. Herbert asks Sentinel editor to refute it promptly.  Tracy writes VRs and article for N.Y. and Phil. papers.  Soldiers visiting Mount Vernon cover their \"buttons\" with borrowed shawls, 2 or 3 at a time.  Several visitors since \"story\" was published, made $5.75 on Saturday.  G.W. Riggs' funds for Mount Vernon evidently low.  Supt. thinks Regent's plan for Mount Vernon as refuge for unemployed impractical; workmen can be had for half pay with half deferred; needs $80 per mo. for operating expenses, $40 during winter; has declined several commands of Army.  Wrote and received reply from Dr. Hodge. ER-15, p. 53-54","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reference to dismal state of persons (and herself) over rumors of removal of Washington's remains to mountains.  Asks Mr. Riggs to send her copies of article stating this false information. ER-23, p. 267","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Bryan says he has no money to give Association on claim for boat receipts--sends $520 for Mr. Herbert's immediate wants--knows nothing of Mr. Everett's funds--Mrs. Otis desires to know about clause in agreement which gives Mr.Corcoran control over tomb and half acre surrounding it--does not see how any more money can be paid on purchase. ER-22, p. 183","Photostat and transcript. Requests that Northern armies take precautions when moving into Virginia, not to fire on Arlington House (where are many GW relics) or on Mount Vernon. ER-514 a,b","Photostat. Reference to General orders book of Seize of Boston with Gen. Washington's order, held by man(?) in Iowa.  Thinks it would be of little value, if official orderly book of GW is held by Dept. of State.  Reference to Great Britain's continued recognition of the United States. PS-537","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Suggests that Mr. Riggs draw on Everett's MVLA funds invested in Boston to pay JA Washington.  Miss Hamilton failed to arrive in Alexandria as scheduled.  Because of mail movements south, may have to send letters to APC in South Carolina by way of Kentucky. ER-23, p. 269","A.L.S. Military agrees to let Miss Tracy's mail through to APC, provided it is confined to matters of her \"own sphere of feminine\" concern, not to matters \"political or military\"  Funds by Mr. Bryan - $279.69. ER-22, p. 185","Photostat. ER-538","Photostat and transcriptions. Their difference of opinion in the country's war. Unlike APC, because of feeling for his community and country, he cannot remain neutral in the war.  Regards \"war as entirely defensive on the part of the North.\"  Sorry he and she differ on this \"unhappy contest…\" ER 516 a,b","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Last letter from Regent May 11, better send them via Kentucky.  Mrs. Berghmans and Miss Hamilton were in Washington.  Col. Stone says no need for fear of soldiers at Mount Vernon; gives passes to Mount Vernon servants.  Supt. Herbert decides to have a boy helper instead of man; Priscilla does housework, for which she is paid. ER-15, p. 57","Miss Hamilton unable to go to Alexandria due to troop deployment there.  Wishes to visit Mount Vernon, but aware of situation there. ER-22, p. 187","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Saddened by such communication as the enclosed--wishes some word from A.P.C. so she can speak and write intelligently of the present situation.","A.L.S. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Asks Riggs to call in from Mr. Everett $1,000.00 (he holds $6000) and $500 from Mrs. Barry in Chicago to support Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon.  Feels need to have a white man at Mount Vernon to guard it. ER-23, p. 271","A.L.S. Southbury. Speaks of the disruptions of war and the unifying influence of the memory of Washington.  Misses the Record and messages from the Regent. ER-4, p. 58","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Southern mails stopped since June 1; fortunate she is at Mount Vernon, hopes to get letters to Regent some way.  Supt. Herbert's sister from Loudoun Co. visiting few days; Alexandria taken.  Mount Vernon quiet, occasional visitor; Michigan newspaper man writes disturbing article.  Spent one night with Mrs. Riggs.  Miss Hamilton fails to visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Berghmans goes to Europe.  Mr. Riggs says about $6000 due John A. Washington, and E. Everett may have sum, which should be paid promptly.  Will attend to insurance.  Mansion roof leaks badly.  No letter from Regent since May 11. ER-15, p. 59, 61","A.L.S. Providence. Letter to Sec. Johnson, intended to be private, was seen by a Bishop who urged its publication: was done without Mrs. C's knowledge.  Regrets error re Sec. Johnson.  Wished to correct falsehoods about sectional feeling.  Tries to correct Regent's attitude toward northern men's chivalry and purpose in this war.  No need for anxiety for Association's welfare in the North. ER-13, p. 21-22 (Handwritten extract of letter ER-5, p. 173)","A.L.S. Washington. Cannot find out insurance value of Mount Vernon - not sure where to go or who will insure property on Virginia soil. ER-22, p. 189","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Unable to reach Mount Vernon after troops went into Va. Asks about conditions at Mount Vernon, if roof leaks, if old portico has been replaced, if Miss McMakin has arrived.  Saw (false) newspaper's reference to Supt. Herbert and fugitive slave question. ER-14, p. 5","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wrote a week ago.  Hopes to use Occoquan post office. Letters from Mrs. Fitch and Mrs. Goodrich.  Copies for Regent.  Miss Johnson's amazing letter sent by Mrs. Fitch and writes all northern VRs.  Sends newspaper articles re troops at Mount Vernon.  Superintendent known as Virginian, secretary as northerner.  Dandridge, Frazer and John A. Washington's \"bad\" servant, Edmund, went to Waveland, tried to stir up trouble at Mount Vernon with falsehoods, special spite for gardener, William.  Mount Vernon driver with cabbages for market stopped.  Supt. Herbert advised not to go to Washington; wants one white man on place.  Sometimes not visitors for days.  Can hear cannon fire.  June 22, saw Gen. Scott re passes, receives orders needed.  G.W. Riggs warns her about letters to Regent. ER-15, p. 63,64, 65,67","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has rec'd copy of circular Christie Johnson is circulating.  Gives reasons why VRs should ignore it until Regent's wishes have been ascertained, as Regent knows nothing of it.  Has sent copy to Regent and will advise VRs on receipt of her reply.  Country's crisis makes Regent's return uncertain and places great responsibility on Secretary; determined to keep Regent advised on all affairs.  Sec. Tracy has been at Mount Vernon some weeks, place quiet, Regent's action to prevent soldiers being placed here effective. ER-19, p. 83","A.L.S. Letter in Philadelphia paper accusing Miss Cunningham of residing at Mount Vernon and sending correspondence south--will correct this in paper and say secretary from N.Y. is residing there. ER-22, p. 191","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent told her to call on Mrs. Comegys when in doubt. Until recently rec'd instructions from Regent regularly.  Reviews her own actions at Mount Vernon, concern about Miss Johnson's circular.  Regent's great effort to keep Mount Vernon neutral.  Fourney's article re Secessionist corresponding with Gen. Beauregard via Mount Vernon.  Denied it promptly, but thinks a VR should make press denial.  Sec. has been to Washington only twice in 2 months on official business re passes; also Riggs family and a cousin. ER-15, p. 72","A.L. Draft copy. Thanks him for orders clearing recognition of (Mount Vernon) passes through military line.  Asks that he and Gen. Scott ignore the false newspaper articles re correspondence to and from Mount Vernon, assuring him of her strict adherence to the restrictions of military orders.  Asks if she may continue sending letters to Regent through Occoquan post office. ER-15, p. 69","A.L. Draft copy. Mount Vernon. End of letter missing. Re Forney's article in Philadelphia  Press June 26, attacking Miss Cunningham; article refuting same in N.Y. Evening Post June 27.  Regent left Mount Vernon in Dec. ER-15, p. 72","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Ignore Miss Johnson's circular - Showing attack on APC in the Philadelphia Press.  Totally unfounded.","A.L.S. Washington. Has sent to press a contradiction of article that APC is present at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 193","Handwritten copy. Washington. Gen. Scott has no objections to her letters to Regent, but no references to be made re military matters.  Places  no credence in newspaper articles alluded to.  Glad to have right kind of correspondence between north and south maintained. ER-15, p. 70","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approved editorial reply to attack on Regent.  Knows several papers have copied it.  Feels safe about Mount Vernon, knowing Miss Tracy and Mr. Herbert are there. ER-14, p. 3","A.L.S. Southbury. Voices her indignation at attacks on Regent and offers her support in any defense undertaken.  Suggests a circular signed by all northern VRs. ER-4, p. 69","A.L.S. Dover, Delaware. Asks them to insert accompanying letter, May 16, 1861, in columns of their \"excellent journal\". ER-17, p. 93","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re Mr. Fourney's criticism.  Advises Regent, now in S.C., to remain silent to avoid misunderstandings.  Mrs. Greenough in Paris. ER-12, p. 153","Envelope only, letter removed. Note reads \"letter with envelope removed by Mrs. Fede, Dec. 25, 1953 - no index card made for this.\" Perhaps removed to curatorial files.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of her communication re attacks on Regent.  Is anxious about Regent and asks Miss Tracy to keep him in touch with the Regent and Mount Vernon affairs. ER-13, p. 189","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives four letters from Regent, first since May 15.  Reviews her action re Fourney article; Mr. Graham answers in Evening Post; article copied widely; VRs reactions vary; Hears often from N.Y.  Trouble to get anyone to stay at Mount Vernon, tries to get Mary McMakin.  Occasionally troops come, but make little money; have enough for summer; mentions deed and $5000 in relation to possible confiscation of property.  Sec. will make preserves.  Glad roof can be shingled.  VRs all write of unity and neutrality of Mount Vernon.  Will try to keep communication between them open. ER-15, p. 73, 75","A.L.S. Southbury. Re article on Regent published in paper.  VR-Conn tells Association to sign her name to any favorable statement it wishes to make re the loyalty and efficiency of the Regent in handling Mount Vernon affairs. ER-4, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Editor of Philadelphia Press failed to print contradiction of charges against Miss Cunningham.  However, did print Dr. Hodge's letter of reply to the charges. ER-22, p. 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Fisher, who lives at Occoquan, is her faithful messenger; formerly worked at Mount Vernon.  Can hear firing between Washington and Manassas. ER-15, p. 77","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports receipt of Regent's letters from June 28 to July 6 in one package.  Regent has rec'd all of her letters.  Wrote Mrs. Chace re Miss Johnson's circular to VRs.  Regent moved to Greenwood on railroad.  Dr. Hodge replies to Fourney article.  Hears continuous firing from Bull Run. ER-15, p. 78","Draft of letter. Mrs. Comegys' (VR for Delaware) defence of Miss Cunningham against attacks upon her printed in the Press. ER-17, p. 95","A.L.S. Washington. ER-22, p. 197","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Notes several defenses of Miss Cunningham whose health is improving.  References to Christie Johnson and her high-handed methods.  Feels defenses will sucessfully quiet Miss Cunningham's attackers.","A.L.S. Boston. Miss Cunningham's letter sent by way of Kentucky. Not received.  Much occupied.  Will write Regent soon re funds in his hands, low market for Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad.  Report of Regent's residence at Mount Vernon and Philadelphia Press made no impression in Boston.  Everett writes Gen. Scott, when troops began to move, urging protection of Mount Vernon and Arlington House. ER-9, p. 299","Fragment of letter. Has been to Washington twice - both times to see General Scott - about assurances Mount Vernon would be respected and to assure communications between Mount Vernon and Alexandria","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Published part of Miss Tracy's letter to her in defence of Miss Cunningham--sad state of country--sorry for Regent--\"we have all known many Miss Johnsons, and can understand perfectly the situation of our Regent.\"","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Send mail to Secretary; \"Mount Vernon, near Alex.\" G.W. Riggs kind in all things, stays with family when in Washington.  Came to see Gen. Scott re pass, soldiers stacking arms at Mount Vernon, Col. Townsend's help to suppress Gen. Scott's printed order; writing article for Intelligencer; may send article to Baltimore Exchange and New York Times. ER-15, p. 80","A.L.S. No advice re Mount Vernon proposed publication--nothing has been done to change General Order. ER-3, p. 257","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regrets he did not stop printing of General Order no. 13. ER-3, p. 255","Draft copy. Corrects false statement printed, that Mount Vernon had been overrun by bands of rebels; Association has had full cooperation of Military; no southern soldiers entered grounds; N.Y. Volunteer Co. only ones to refuse to obey regulations. ER-15, p. 79","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re General Scott's order of July 31. ER-14, p. 3","A.L.S. Brattleboro. Glad to get Sec's letters as they gave information that allowed her to contradict reports circulating re Regent and future of Mount Vernon.  Comments on war problems.  Asks how much has been paid John A. Washington and if Mount Vernon is now held by MVLA.  Asks for facts re repairs, improvements, etc., so she may have them published. ER-11, p. 231","A.L. Copy. Mount Vernon. Secretary has been in Washington several days.  Short account of Prince Napoleon's visit.  Has sent message re funds in his hands to Regent.  Some annoyance from federal soldiers--no Southern soldiers on place.  ER-15, p. 86","Photostat and transcripts. On politics and war policies - his own views defended.  To pay last bond, borrowed $9000 from his bankers and $1000 cash on Mount Vernon bonds in railroad stock. ER-517 a,b,c,d","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. No letters from Regent lately.  Reviews last letter she wrote to Regent.  Roads to Alexandria open again.  Several groups of unarmed soldiers visit Mount Vernon.  Describes unexpected visit of Prince Napoleon and escort, serving him lemonade, a luncheon, providing for Prince's rest, providing mules for their carriage trip back to Alexandria. Receives Mrs. Chace's reply to Fourney article.  Difficulties with mail.  Rec'd letter from E. Everett.  Mary McMakin has offer of teaching position.  Mr. Fisher brings letters as they arrive, refuses pay. ER-15, p. 81, 83","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has recently rec'd two letters from Regent who is at Greenwood; sent her letters from E. Everett and Dr. Hodge.  Uses both U.S. and Southern postage; Mr. Fisher carries mail 9 miles to Occoquan,  furnishes him pass across lines.  Relates her adventure returning from Washington, accompanied by a 14 yr. old boy; had \"pass\" but left Alexandria to find road barricaded; went across a field, through a farm, troopers lifted buggy over fence, tried to reach blacksmith's house but had to stay at stranger's house which was surrounded by soldiers who were expecting an attack momentarily; proceeded in morning, past barricades--soldiers were Poles from N.Y. 31st.  Describes briefly Prince Napoleon's visit.  Superintendent Herbert tells soldiers that Association requests arms stacked. ER-15, p. 84","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Fisher has not appeared for 10 days; needs new \"passes\" since McClelland has taken command.  Servants can't get to Alexandria.  Soldiers everywhere from 2 mi. this side of Alexandria to Mr. Riggs' house.  Has been preserving pears and peaches.  Soldiers behave well. ER-15, p. 85","Copy. Philadelphia. Advised his daughter not to pay bonds until \"clouds of War\" are over, and fate of Mount Vernon known.  Expects his daughter home in October. ER-15, p. 87","A.L.S. Letter of Aug 13 received from Sarah Tracy, enclosing letters from Dr. Hodge and Mrs. Comegys.  Had sent letters in June to R.V. Johnson (?) vainly hoping to reach friends, recites at length difficulty with mails.  Gratitude for Mrs. Comegys's answer to newspaper attack on Regent; Sarah Tracy's loyal, efficient service; refers to Grace's death.  Spent summer twelve miles away in peaceful spot. ER-17, p. 97","A.L.S. Lexington. Check for $70.50 with another (Illinois Bank) for $1. ER-23, p. 273","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Rec'd Regent's letters of 11th and 20th on return from Washington.  Gen. McClelland revokes all passes, serious with mails.  Gets page for herself but none for servants.  Confederates have taken blacksmith, Porter Smith, Priscilla's and J. Dandridge's father, and gardener, William's brother-in-law, frightening Mount Vernon servants and making federals more strict.  Explains funds available, Mr. Macalester's attitude, complications re insurance.  Soldiers behave well.  News of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie.  Warns about censorship.  Arranges for repairing Mansion roof. ER-15, p. 91, 93","A.L.S. Townsend is Assistant Adjutant General. With pass and order he encloses, Tracy is given \"every protection it is in the power of Gen. Scott to give\".  Not possible to prevent annoyance and even some danger-…in such cases she should refer to commander of troops. ER-16, p. 101","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Few of Regent's letters lost.  McClelland revokes passes; Federal pickets within 3 miles, road blockaded; decides to run blockade. Saw Col. Townsend at Headquarters, then President Lincoln.  Receives pass for herself and Miss McMakin.  Is \"doctress\" for Mount Vernon area.  Mr. and Mrs. John A. Washington die within year, leaving 7 children; his will explicit, no trouble with heirs, G.W. Riggs had deed.  Fourney's last attack on Mount Vernon.  G.W. Riggs advises Regent's mail for Miss Tracy be sent to him.  Many well behaved soldiers visit Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 94","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends a clipping from newspaper attacking Regent.  Has put same in hands of D.P. Brown, who wrote so strong a denial of charges there were difficulties in having it published. ER-3, p. 259","A.L. Copy. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for supplies.  Sorry accident occurred to boat. ER-15, p. 95","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Investments have been made in several states with consent of Regent and advice of Treasurer.  Hopes Macalester's investment of Mount Vernon funds is good.  No question in her mind of the continued character of Mount Vernon during and after the war. ER-15, p. 88","A.L.S. Washington. Encloses statement for expenses and work done on new wharf, removing old wharf. ER-23, p. 275","A.L.S. Baltimore. Regrets any embarrassment he had in paying check handed him by her friend Mr. Henry La Reintrie--her baptismal name is \"Sarah Jane\" but has used \"Christie\" for years--cannot understand why Miss Cunningham used \"Sarah\" in this check--hopes this explanation is satisfactory. ER-23, p. 277","A.L. Draft.  Dr. Hodge sent D.P. Brown's reply to Fourney attack, for which she is grateful.  Criticism of MVLA in money lost by Devereux.  At request of Regent she has resided at Mount Vernon for 5 mos.  Have had many annoyances but heads of depts at Washington have been kindly and Confederates have same spirit--none on place since May 27.  Federal soldiers constant visitors...perfect respect and propriety.  Communications with Regent very irregular. ER-3, p. 254","A.L.S. Baltimore. Not sure of date of Miss Tracy's appointment as secretary--insists check was signed by Miss Cunningham and sent to her by David Paul Brown--cannot understand his reluctance to pay it. ER-23, p. 279","A.L.S. Baltimore. Acknowledges receipt of check for $77.55 from G.W. Riggs. ER-23, p. 281","Photostat. Minor matters - First he has heard from his Virginia friends in a year. ER-518","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. She helped nurse a soldier who came to Mount Vernon and became ill during the visit. She and Mr. Herbert split responsibilities around the estate. Must go to \"Head Quarters\" to discuss the steamboats with authorities. Folder also contains excerpts and transcriptions. ER-15, p. 98 and ER-16, p. 102","Draft copy, probably written by a friend for Miss Cunningham. Communication becomes difficult.  Suggests Miss Tracy, \"married friend\" and Superintendent Herbert remain at Mount Vernon - ample garden supplies, servants, etc.  Plans for both Armies to ensure Mount Vernon safety.  Cites funds to be used in crises.  Sale of Virginia Bonds undesirable.  Relies on Tracy's good sense. ER-1, p. 171","A.L. copy. Thanks him for defending her position to General Scott. Has heard disturbing stories about herself being told in Alexandria that are without foundation. ER- 15, p. 71","Copy, excerpts of letters from August and October. Re visit of Prince Napoleon and an investment made by Charles Macalester. ER- 16, p. 98","Fragment copy to unknown Vice Regent. Writes in regard to the situation with Miss Johnson, past secretary.  Miss Cunningham cannot return to Mount Vernon and she must stay there. ER-15, p. 89","A.L.S. Brattleboro, Vermont. Sends small amount of money, reports on Lady Manager who refuses to send funds until war is over.  Asks if Miss Tracy is at Mount Vernon and what conditions are there.  Encloses a short note to Miss Tracy. ER-11, p. 232","A.L. Copy and excerpts. To officer in the U.S. Navy. \"King Philip\" boat brought large crowd under Major Russell who remained on board.  Asks confidential information on Major Russell's authorization, as such excursions must be prevented.  Extract, ER-15, p. 106","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Captain I. Moses, Assistant Adjutant General. Requests General Heintzelman repeat to Division's officers Major General McClelland's order forbidding soldiers visiting Mount Vernon on Sunday. ER-15, p. 107","Transcription of original letter.  Re: her visit to Mount Vernon and personal matters. PS-326 Note on first page states the letter is at the Illinois Historical Society, and printed in \"Concerning Mr. Lincoln\", Stuart-Hay Papers.","Photostat. Mrs. Ninian Edwards (Elizabeth), sister of Mary Todd Lincoln. On trip to Mount Vernon pulled up 2 lilac roots to take with her. Other personal affairs. PS-327","A.L.S. by R. Taylor and Wm. Bowdoin. Alexandria. Photography company - visited Mount Vernon recently and were told they could not take photographs without permission of the MVLA. Writing to ask how they may obtain rights to create carte de visites of Mount Vernon. ER- 3, p. 261","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Printed handbills to announce steamboat trips to Mount Vernon but not allowed to distribute them as the Provost Marshall refuses to let the boat run at present. ER-4, p. 108","Copy. Mount Vernon. Secretary of War refused to allow Association-controlled boat to run to Mount Vernon, but \"irresponsible parties\" are now running daily trips to Mount Vernon.  Requests that \"South American\" be forbidden continuance of trips, and Association-controlled boat service started.  Extract ER-16, p. 105","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Will be absent from Washington a few days on \"U.S. Sanitary Commission\" business.  Makes appointment with Miss Tracy on return, and hopes to visit Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 5","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses check for $943.50, balance of funds collected in state of Pa. ER-23, p. 283","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. to Edwin Stanton, Secretary of War. MVLA wishes to resume its Washington-Alexandria-Mount Vernon boat service regularly twice a week, fees furnish \"only means of support\" for Mount Vernon.  During last two years no treasonable or other undesirable acts have occurred and Association will continue its vigilance in these matters. ER-15, p. 111","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Many of the people at Mount Vernon have at various times come down with chills and fevers.  Has permission from Secretary of War Stanton to run boats to Mount Vernon again.  Raising money to rebuild greenhouse, need only about $100 to do it.","A.L. Copy. Reminder of MVLA's request to have semi-weekly boat service from Washington and Alexandria to Mount Vernon resumed. ER-15, p. 109","Draft copy. Boat not permitted to run, but they live simply and comfortably at Mount Vernon--fresh vegetables and fruits on estate.  Fees irregular.  Last summer with boat running they made expenses, shingled roof, and made small repairs.  Boat stopped, cannot get it resumed.  Rec'd letter from Miss Cunningham, but she has rec'd none from Miss Tracy.  Asks Stanton's permission to write Regent a long letter, a friend in War Dept. passed it, sent it with note to Col. Ludlow of \"Flag of Truce\". ER-15, p. 113, 115","A.L. Copy. General McClelland has granted use of boat to deliver Mount Vernon supplies--names date she prefers.  Mentions furniture in Washington warehouse. ER-15, p. 117","A.L.S. New York. Grieved to hear of Secretary's decision re boat.  Glad plants are alive, so desirable to preserve them.  Asks what G.W. Riggs can get for bonds.  Asks about concert in N.Y. to be given for Mount Vernon greenhouse.  Saw Mrs. Riggs in N.Y. who told her of her recent visit to Mount Vernon.  Asks when last word from Miss Cunningham was received. ER-14, p. 7","A.L. Draft. To \"Dear Sir.\" Almost whole income of Mount Vernon derived from visitors admissions.  Has kept Mount Vernon repairs possible.  Permission to run boats to Mount Vernon again.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Stanton now refuses to let boats run to Mount Vernon.  Unable to raise money for greenhouse.  Riggs wants to sell one of the Va state bonds (getting 60 cents on the dollar) needs consent of 5 of the Vice Regents.  Asks for her consent. Discusses the anxieties experienced by everyone during the war.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Costs of repair to greenhouse, because of fire, now estimated at $800.  $400 already promised.  She personally approves selling Va State Bonds at 40% loss.  Notes boats no longer running.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Agrees with repairs on greenhouse.  Favors doing so by a loan rather than the sale of the Virginia bonds.  Tried to get influential Senator to petition Stanton to let boats run to Mount Vernon - effort failed.","A.L.S. Dover. Vice Regents from New York, Connecticut, and Delaware. Want \"injuries caused by late fire to the greenhouse\" repaired before winter. Miss Tracy estimates cost $800 ($400 to ge given by a private individual), remaining $400 to be borrowed on security of Virginia State bond. ER-17, p. 98","A.L.S. Dover. Re formal application for funds to repair Greenhouse after fire, repairs to begin at once - \"our first financial transaction.\" ER-17, p. 99","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Grateful for \"kindly thought of authority to Supt. H. and myself for building Greenhouse.\"  No passes issued.  Will go for provisions without pass, hopes to return.  Confederates 3 mi. from Mount Vernon yesterday.  Sec. and Miss McMakin spent day at Picket Post.  Brings West Ford to Mount Vernon to care for in his old age.  Next day gets pass and sends provisions down by tug. ER-15, p. 117","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Encloses form upon which Mrs. Comegys says he will loan the Association $400 [See under same date, Authorization for Securities] ER-23, p. 284","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Agrees to sell one of the Virginia Bonds, though reluctantly.  Looks forward to possibility of trip to Mount Vernon on next tour to the East.","A.L.S. Alexandria. Finds no competent carpenters in Alexandria for Mount Vernon work.  Washington man makes estimate on work for greenhouse, stating what materials Association should furnish.  Asks if shingles are cut round. ER-4, p. 109","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Draft for $374.32, the balance of funds collected for Mount Vernon in New York. ER-23, p. 287","Draft copy. New York. Asks his aid in general matters.  Brief synopsis of Mount Vernon during the war years - need for Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy's expenses to be met.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Wants to inquire whether possibly any spies or secessionists have been to Mount Vernon, conveyed to the \"enemy.\" Asks her to check into this and the average sum of the boat passage so she may figure what the Association is losing by its absence. ER-14, p. 7","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks to what department MVLA should make its claim for damages due to discontinuance of boat service at rate of $500 per month.  Note added to letter: endorsement signed by E. Everett; Sec. refers them to Court of Claims, E. Everett places case in hands of Mr. Eames, lawyer in Washington.  Sec. of War refuses to let boat run. ER-3, p. 265","A.L.S. New York. US Government cut off boats to Mount Vernon (major source of income on grounds \"of military necessity for the purpose of guarding against illicit and contraband trade.\"  Sec. of War referred MVLA to Court of Claims for compensation for this loss of income.  Now wishes to file application before the court for the MVLA. ER-9, p. 300","A.L.S. New York. Has made application to War Dept. for compensation for not being permitted to run a steamer to Mount Vernon --fears no success in matter--should they sell securities? ER-23, p. 289","A.L. Draft. Re resignation, and appointment of successor. ER-11, p. 120","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon very quiet, passes hard to get, not 10 visitors a month, have no funds; G.W. Riggs wishes to sell Virginia Bonds, supplied Mount Vernon with money for year; Supt. due $2500 back salary.  Miss Hamilton, through E. Everett, tries to obtain indemnity for losses from discontinuance of boat service from War Department, but was referred to Court of Claims.  Spent 3 mo. in North Carolina because of nephew's illness.  Folder also contains excerpt and copy. ER-15, p. 129","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Requests Sarah Tracy to call Grand Council, Feb. 22, in Washington.  Encloses draft for notice to be sent.  Asks Tracy and Supt. Herbert to attend.  Petition to Sec. of War and reply will be presented to Council for action. ER-14, p. 8","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy sends her documents; wrote Miss Hamilton about selling bonds, as did Mr. Riggs, which induced her to ask that a meeting be called.  Would like to talk to Mr. and Mrs. Comegys if they can come to Washington. ER-15, p. 133","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Salaries of Mount Vernon employees unpaid.  Sec. of War refuses to let steamer run.  Re calling a Grand Council for transaction of needed business if quorum of 5 can be secured - Writes VRs.  Asks Miss Tracy to send out notification of annual meeting. ER-3, p. 267","A.L.S. Miss Hamilton insists meeting shall be called.  Cold, ice, small-pox, bad roads, prevent them from going to Washington.  Asks Mrs. C. to come a week or 10 days before meeting to advise with her. ER-15, p. 135","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Notice of annual meeting of the MVLA, called for Feb. 22 in Washington.  ER-15, p. 141","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Annual meeting called at \"Sanitary Commission\" on Feb. 22, to discuss funds and management.  Eager to have quorum present. ER-15, p. 126","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. No word from Mrs. Ritchie in a long time; reviews briefly how War prevented Regent's return to Mount Vernon, Supt, Miss McMakin and sec. residents at Mount Vernon during War, visits of soldiers, boat service, maintenance and management problems.  Association wishes to sell bonds; salary due Supt., meeting necessary, hopes she may attend.  Hears from Regent but seldom, Mr. Yancey's death a blow to her, urges Mrs. Ritchie to write Regent and urge Regent to write Sec. ER-15, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington. Announcement of annual meeting of MVLA, to be held Feb 22, 1864 in Washington, DC.  Important that many VR's as possible attend as many Mount Vernon matters require immediate attention. ER-429","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re Council, disapproves of Miss Hamilton's reply.  Urges Mrs. Comegys to spend a few days at Mount Vernon before the 22nd.  Comments on passes for Mrs. Eve and Mrs. LeVert. ER-15, p. 147","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Riggs invites Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to be her guests at annual Council time; wants her to visit Mount Vernon first; says her salary adjustment can wait, asks increase for Miss McMakin--$100 and living expenses increased to $12 per mo., but is not enough to clothe her.  Wants Association to give a definite sum for coming year which Supt. and she will plan to live on.  Had interview with Mrs. Berghmans re boat service.  She knows President and Mrs. Lincoln. ER-15, p. 149","Copy (excerpts). Despite war and spending much time between enemy lines, has not affected Mount Vernon.  Little GW furniture remains in the house.  Later added synopsis of wartime period at Mount Vernon.","Extracts from previous letter.  Objections to date of meeting; VRs find time inconvenient for travel; longer notice should be given; sending notices to Southern VRs only a formality; Mrs. Morse and Mrs. Hunt might come if given longer notice.  Suggests meeting to be held at later date, G.W. Riggs empowered to sell some bonds. ER-15, p. 145","A.L.S. Re annual meeting for Feb. 22 required by Constitution; sends draft for notice to be sent VRs and Regent from Washington.  Sec. and Supt. Herbert asked to be there with data.  Miss H. (Halsted?) will urge ladies to attend, hoping to secure a quorum, will also present petition to Sec. of War and reply. ER-15, p. 139","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Goodrich's son writes that his mother is very ill, cannot attend next meeting, and he has placed her resignation in hands of Miss Hamilton. ER-4, p. 70","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Goodrich's son asks that the Association accept his mother's resignation as she is too ill to continue her service. ER-4, p. 71","A.L.S. St. Louis. Will attend Grand Council if her health permits.  Is 67 years old and not always well enough to travel. ER-14, p. 11","A.L.S. New York. Report on securing quorum for annual meeting. ER-3, p. 269","A.L.S. Logansport. Agrees to attend annual meeting - her presence needed for quorum. ER-3, p. 271","A.L.S. Brattleboro. Her delayed letter, with notice of VRs' meeting Feb. 22.  Has written Miss Hamilton she highly approves of meeting, make right disposition of funds in G.W. Riggs' hands, pay salaries due, to try to start MV boat again, etc.  Returned this week from attending her daughter's funeral.  If she is needed to make the 5th necessary for quorum, please notify her and she will make every effort to attend. ER-11, p. 232","A.L.S. Boston. Replies to her request for list of subjects he thinks most important for next meeting.  Refers to completing title to property; Government ownership of MV; provision for salary in arrears; recompense for being deprived of boat earnings; sale of Virginia at any price; G.W. Riggs' attitude toward forged draft; E.E.'s ledger earnings in hands of his Trustees of endowment fund; subject to Regent's call. ER-9, p. 301","A.L.S. New York. Miss Hamilton forwarded a package of letters which was lost. He wants to forward the substance of the letters to her that a sufficient number of VRs have agreed to be in Washington for meeting quorum; wants Tracy to be present with all papers, minutes, etc. \"to throw light on present and past conditions.\" ER-16, p. 114","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Grand Council will meet at 10 o'clock.  Asks Miss Tracy to bring all papers re steamboat, maintenance costs and conditions at MV; anything that helps to establish Miss Tracy as Secretary.  Have Mr. Herbert bring statistics on health conditions there. ER-14, p. 11","A.L. Copy. Depreciation of investments, and sale of same. ER-11, p. 121","A.L.S. Washington. Advises Mr. Riggs to sell Virginia bonds if possible. ER-13, p. 75","A.L.S. Washington. Assures him he is in no way liable for the Devereux affair--it pains her that he should offer to refund the Association. ER-23, p. 291","Autograph letter signed and autograph copy. Washington. Authorization to pay Mr. Herbert his salary as he may desire it, and to Miss Tracy $150 per month for household expenses servants' wages, and her own salary, and $60 per month for laborers' wages, and $18 for Miss McMakin. ER-23, p. 293","Typescript copy. Account of her visit to Mount Vernon during the War, Feb. 24, 1864.  Account of trip by boat; 14 persons including Miss Tracy; describes camps along the river; Mount Vernon neutral ground; welcomed by Mr. Herbert; Mary McMakin also there.  Walked about grounds with Herbert who talked of experiences there during War.  Only portion or rooms \"made fit for occupancy\".  Dined in Library, gives bill of fare.  Registered in \"big\" book, paid $1.00.  Herbert gave each bouquet of evergreens, departed at 4 p.m.","A.L.S. Wilmington. Before leaving Riggs' home, Miss Tracy said $150 month allowance was not sufficient for household, servants' wages and her own salary; needs $25 additional.  Committee has asked Mrs. Comegys to act for Association as she is near Mount Vernon, she consented, relying on Riggs' judgment and knowledge of affairs.  Refers to a paper she neglected to take Mrs. Fitch. ER-17, p. 106","Copy. Glad she has agreed to be presiding Vice Regent.  Hopes, but does not expect, to get 50% for Virginia State Bonds.  Financial matters concerning providing Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy with funds at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 108","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Returned to Mount Vernon very tired, has Minutes and Resolutions to enter, 18 copies to make and send to Ladies.  Saw Miss Hamilton in Washington re Resolution about funds, G.W. Riggs responsible for year, favorable report on excursion to Mount Vernon. Miss Hamilton satisfied with Council, conditions at estate, disapproves of increasing debt.  Saw Mrs. Little, Mrs. Ogden, Mrs. Farnsworth in Georgetown.  Boat question delayed.  Supt. Herbert wishes to sell 50,000 bricks made at MV, keeping enough to build Greenhouse and make repairs, Riggs approves sale.  Minutes not for publicity.  Superintendent needs phosphate, seed, etc. ER-15, p. 118","A.L.S. Washington. Permission to pay salaries \u0026 expenses at Mount Vernon.  Will \"run the machine until better times\". ER-22, p. 201","A.L.S. Dover. Judge and Mrs. Comegys think bricks better be sold at once, sum for Superintendent's phosphates, etc.  Mrs. Fitch has just left for N.Y.  Thanks Riggs for letter to President; if denied the boat, will be ready to double her efforts rather than turn MV over to Government or make changes in supervision during Regent's absence.  Tracy saw Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Riggs and Mrs. Comegys, only members of Committee present when last resolutions were presented; Miss Tracy did not know contents of resolution, adjusts salary matters satisfactorily. ER-17, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington. Permission to sell bricks at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 203","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re future financing of Mount Vernon. Recommends Treasurer sell securities and pay salaries, that Herbert, Miss Tracy and Miss McMakin understand that payment in future depends on income but that this does not give them authority to leave at any time. ER-3, p. 275","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re reports of Committees for Council. Mr. Herbert pleased with authority to sell bricks.  Mrs. Farnsworth request to Sec. of War for manure, results in having too great a quantity sent here.  ER-15, p. 119","A.L.S. Washington. Calls on Sec. of War Stanton re running of boat to Mount Vernon - thinks it inadvisable now because of recent attacks on boat. ER-4, p. 113","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Greenough is still in Europe and could not attend Council. Other Massachusetts ladies would not attend in her place as they would have no vote. She also chose not to travel there in the winter. Wrote her opinions on behalf of Mrs. Greenough to Miss Hamilton, but does not think she received them. Does not want Council to think Massachusetts not interested in Mount Vernon affairs. ER-12, p. 155","A.L.S. St. Louis. Forwards circulars she created for a Fair.  Asks for an exchange of photographs of the Ladies.  Feels amply repaid for her trip to meet the Association's Vice Regents even at \"so inclement a season\". ER-17, p. 113","A.L.S. Washington. Miss Tracy \"has been up two or three times since your epistle came\" (Mar 21).  Thought Tracy wrote Mrs. Comegys that Miss Hamilton's resolutions were not forwarded to the VRs, so all needed to \"register one opinion.\"  Friend of Mrs. Lincoln declared \"we were to have it,\" Stanton also favorable. ER-17, p. 114","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Chance that boat may run; as bricks were valuable why not reported at meeting; getting plenty of manure now; resignation of Mrs. Pendleton, VR-Ohio.  Mr. Riggs sees Sec. of War for MVLA cause. ER-3, p. 277","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $600. ER-3, p. 295","A.L.S. Washington. Rec'd $600 from Mrs. Farnsworth.  Explains a \"seeming misconduct\" on part of some excursionists which he advises her \"to forgive and forget\". ER-15, p. 128","A.L.S. Castleton, Fayette County, Kentucky. Portrait of General Washington now in your possession is by Gilbert Stuart - Purchased for Alex Parker by George Beck - Bought by your grandfather at a sale of Mr. Parker's effects in 1825. - Jonette a pupil of Stuart says yours is one of Stuart's best copies of his great work.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sign paper and forward to Mr. Riggs.  Suggests Miss Tracy send same paper to all VRs.  Herbert can plan to build.  Thanks Mr. Comegys for his efforts for MV.  Has no way to reach President of U.S. ER-3, p. 279","A.L.S. Washington. Advises her to authorize him to handle all financial matters without advice of the Presiding VR.  State of Virginia State Bonds. ER-22, p. 199","A.L.S. Richmond. Makes another attempt to send letters to Regent; last APC letter dated Mar. 1863, great irregularity in mails.  Describes war time conditions in Richmond, gives prices for commodities.  Offers to convey Regent's mail to various points if she will trust her.  Saw Mr. Ritchie, who forwarded Miss Tracy's letter to APC; re MV meeting of VRs.  Mrs. Ritchie ill in Italy.  Gives much news of people during war period.  Mrs. Pellet kept her school operating during war.  Suggests selling Devereux \"tributes\" for old pasteboard as big prices are paid for pasteboard.  Refers to Mr. Yancey's death. ER-16, p. 277","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Advises getting exact data re profits and various benefits from boat for Mr. Comegys to use in his presentation of matter and Mrs. Comegys' Appeal.  Sec. of War seems firm, and President will interfere only on \"great occasions.\" ER-14, p. 12","Cortland Village. Complies with his son's request to give the Washington letter to Mr. Franklin who is very deserving. Although he considers this letter priceless. W-434","A.L.S. Authorization to sell bonds.  Asks Miss Tracy to go with Mrs. Comegys to see the President as Mr. Berghmans is very ill.  Miss Hamilton says she has four VRs ready to go and hopes for a fifth.  Difficulties of VRs, including her own.  Will attend meeting on 22nd. ER-13, p. 69","Draft. Had first letter from Everett for more than 2 years at Christmas.  Glad to hear all were well and \"faithful to charge\".  Hope it was not necessary to sell securities but to borrow on them. ER-1, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Confides she wrote to Miss Cunningham in private to tell her about the Council meeting called and her opposition to it. Writes some of Miss Cunningham's reply. APC much distressed at the news of the interruption of boat service. ER-15, p. 161","A.L.S. Petersham. Regarding a Mr. W (Williams ?) who has been asking for collections for Mount Vernon without her authority. ER-23, p. 297","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. She also wishes Miss Cunningham was back at Mount Vernon to take charge. Discusses the devastating consequences of the war. A letter from Mrs. Fogg in Chattanooga explains the dire situation there. She should discuss plans to call a Grand Council in February with Mrs. Comegys. Difficult to raise money for Mount Vernon when the entire country is in hard times due to the war. ER-14, p. 9","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Letter from Miss Tracy showing Regent not only \"lives\" but continues her interest in Mount Vernon.  Miss Tracy asks of notices for annual meeting are to be sent out.  Fears a quorum is impossible.  Dislikes Association incurring debts without funds to meet them.  Favors giving Mount Vernon to U.S. govt.  Boat not running.  Suggests Mr. Herbert and ladies live at Mount Vernon without salary, but if that is not possible, suggests putting respectable man and family there, rent free if he will care for buildings - suggestions offered as \"sheer necessity\". ER-3, p. 283","A.L. Draft copy. Rosemont. For several years Regent has not attended to official duties - now resumes them.  Regrets Mount Vernon had not a larger fund before War.  More than $4000 at interest in her section.  Asks G.W. Riggs for loan to Association to carry on work. ER-1, p. 187","A.L.S. Washington. Re calling Council for 1865.  Severe winter.  Boat may run in March.  Cites money A.P.C. has, suggests borrowing $4000 from Mr. Riggs and Mr. Mitchell.  Comments on E. Everett's death, fall of Ft. Fisher, disgrace of Butler.  Has interview with Mrs. Berghmans. ER-15, p. 151","A.L.S. Washington. Notice of \"regular Annual Meeting\" of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union to be held on the 22nd of Feb. at 11 a.m. in Washington, home of G.W. Riggs, Treasurer. ER-16, p. 120","A.L.S. Washington. Fears it necessary to call meeting of Vice Regents re turning Mount Vernon over to Government.  Charter states property reverts to Virginia if Association gives it up.  Mount Vernon not yet quite paid for.  G.W. Riggs had no direct settlement of E. Everett fund, doubtless Everett fund more than adequate.  Mrs. Riggs favors present method of administering Mount Vernon, need to meet current expenses for coming year.  Mrs. Mitchell may give personally.  Expects Miss Tracy next week. ER-17, p. 120","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asked G.W. Riggs' opinion on calling meeting Feb. 22.  Last year E. Everett reported securities for $7,433 in his trustees' hands, problem of selling them and also Virginia bonds.  Only Miss Hamilton and Mr. Eve favored disposing of Mount Vernon.  Mr. Riggs says it cannot be done because it would violate charter and contract.  Thinks Vice Regents can manage without borrowing.  ER-15, p. 163","A.L.S. Washington. Returns Miss Hamilton's letter, will not mention part re Mount Vernon \"inmates\" to Miss Tracy.  Hamilton told Tracy, Mrs. Mitchell, etc. she favored giving Mount Vernon to U.S.  Mrs. Riggs also fears \"debt\".  G.W. Riggs hesitant in his position, to give advice, other than to raise enough for year's maintenance through Vice Regents.  Thinks Miss Tracy has sent notice for meeting, quorum may not come, then must devise other plans.  Expects Miss Tracy this evening. ER-17, p. 122","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Cannot attend meeting this year.  Comments on financial condition, and Mr. Everett's opinion that Mount Vernon should be given to U.S., but charter states it is to go to Virginia if Association cannot meet its obligations.  Asks Delaware's opinion on constitutional amendment. ER-3, p. 281","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $100. ER-23, p. 295","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has been ill for 2 weeks.  Aunt of Supt. Herbert died, exposure attending funeral gave her a cold.  Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Barry will attend meeting Feb 22; Mrs. Van Antwerp cannot come.  G.W. Riggs very reluctant to give advice.  Want Western VRs to raise money. ER-15, p. 165;  Extract, handwritten, ER 16, p. 119 Extract, handwritten, ER 17, p. 125","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Cannot attend meeting; sends message for Mrs. Barry. ER-14, p. 15","Copy. Recommends daily boat to Mount Vernon and offer of Mr. James Sykes to run it. ER-2, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Accident prevents Mrs. Comegys from attending meeting.  Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Chace, Mrs. Berghmans present.  Mrs. Barry too ill in Washington to attend--no quorum.  Miss McMakin here, Miss Tracy ill at Mount Vernon.  Hopes for quorum tomorrow.  Miss Hamilton sent a sealed note to be given to Mrs. Barry.  She \"worships Mr. Everett and his memory\".  If Supt. Herbert and Sec. Tracy are not retained G.W. Riggs and wife may withdraw.  G.W. Riggs does not apprehend danger, dislikes Miss Hamilton's plan for man and his family to take over Mount Vernon care. ER-17, p. 126","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Annual meeting on Feb. 22, 1865 was postponed to the 25th due to illness of Mrs. Barry and herself.  Mrs. Barry was in the chair.  Resolutions presented re Everett fund remaining; committee appointed at last meeting continued with 2 changes in membership; meetings to be held later in year; salaries and allowances at Mount Vernon to be continued.  Failure of attempt to collect claim from Congress for loss by discontinuance of boat service.  Enclosed resolution to be published in leading state papers. ER-15, p. 150","A.L.S. New Brunswick. Failure of their application and disgraceful proceedings on Inauguration Day--notices to be sent to Vice Regents--ask Godey's Ladies Book to insert it--country has corrupt and drunken rulers. (Envelope addressed to Alexandria, Va., dated Mar. 14)","A.L. Fragment, second page missing. Washington. Miss Tracy at Mrs. Riggs' yesterday.  Thinks she sent Mrs. Comegys notice of meeting; resolution re E. Everett drawn up by Mrs. Barry, condensed by Mrs. Mitchell and Miss Tracy. ER-17, p. 128","A.L. Fragment, most of first page missing. Mrs. Barry and Miss Hamilton very favorably inclined to E. Everett; reference to action in meeting (possibly re resolution and his portrait). ER-17, p. 129","A.L.S. Assistant Quartermaster's Office, River Transportation. Boat broke down last week but hereafter will call for her every Thursday, or Friday morning, depending on weather. ER-3, p. 285","A.L.S. New York. Discusses recent death of Lincoln and comparisons of him to Washington. She is weary of all the turbulence of recent years. Suggests Miss Tracy acquaint herself with President Johnson that he might listen to the MVLA claims for war damages.  Feels afraid for Mount Vernon but should not give up hope.","A.L.S. Washington. Has plan for interchange of letters by postmaster at Charleston whom she knows.  Regent's August letter rec'd next January but no means of replying.  Another meeting held in Feb. with different VRs present from previous year.  Continuous inquiries re Regent's return to Mount Vernon.  Beginning to make a little money.  Mary McMakin went home for a visit; Supt. Herbert's sister at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 166","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Congratulates her on prospect of being relieved from care and anxiety of her position--hopes they can soon resume meetings--sends cutting from paper--recommends writing article explaining real state of affairs at Mount Vernon--Mrs. Riggs' illness--looks forward to meeting of all the Vice-Regents--fears interest created for Mr. Lincoln's memory may overshadow any appeals for Mount Vernon--wants slips of roses for a Fair.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Doesn't know how they can get any income--suggests establishing a \"Manufactory\" near Mount Vernon for making articles of wood or building a greenhouse and employing enough men to make it profitable--her social activities for summer--would like small photos of views of Mount Vernon to sell at local Fair  (Envelope dated May 22, and addressed to Alexandria, Va.)","A.L.S. Washington. Writes on behalf of his church congregation to ask permission for a group to come to Mount Vernon with a few children. They promise to maintain order and behave. ER-16, p. 121","A.L.S. copy. Mount Vernon. Superintendent rec'd his request to open a pavillion at Mount Vernon, and replies he has no authority to comply and thinks such a place could not be profitable.  The bi-weekly boat trips are adequate for visitors.  Extract, handwritten, p. 107. ER-16, p. 123","A.L.S. Hampton. Forced to refuse Vice Regency of Maryland as she has already undertaken all public work she can do, but suggests several women who might serve well. ER-13, p. 43","A.L.S. Advises Mr. Riggs of her course in replying to circulated letter from a Mr. Williams - sent to her through Miss Hamilton. ER-23, p. 295","A.L.S. Rosemont. Long, detailed account of her condition after the war.  All communication and transportation has been disrupted. She fears for Mount Vernon and plans to make it self-sustaining. She will go there when travel and health permit.  Describes her barren plantation and converting $34,000 into Confederate Securities.  Legacies planned for Mount Vernon, Superintendent Herbert, Secretary Tracy and Mary.  She despairs over debts.  Asks for news of Mount Vernon, the Vice Regents, and others. ER-11, p. 165","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has had a low fever; Mr. Herbert and Miss McMakin also ill.  Mount Vernon is an unhealthy place.  Saw Mrs. Comegys's letter to Mrs. Riggs on Resolutions.  Has letter from Regent, can't answer half her questions.  Deposits entrance fees for July $576, totaling sum since May 13, $2356.25, not including boat percentage.  Borrowed $255 for food supplies; have garden planted, selling bouquets.  Boat running; paid debt.  Table linen worn out, she and Mr. Herbert used their own.  Receipts from plant sales go to Mr. Riggs. ER-15, p. 155","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Rec'd two letters from Regent who does not get Miss Tracy's mail.  Mentions few facts for Mrs. Eve to write Regent; boat running since early June, visitors since April have paid Mount Vernon expenses; statement of debt to Mr. Herbert; he will raise crops to feed animals and people at the estate; have abundance of wheat, corn, little rye, cabbages, potatoes, etc.  Health conditions bad, someone always sick.  Public abusive.  Need a Council this fall with Regent presiding; meetings before were not Grand Councils but Annual Meetings.  Cannot write Regent about any confidential matters. Dr. Hodge rec'd Regent's letter and will write her.  Reports on VRs from N.H., Ohio, Conn., Me., Pa. ER-15, p. 152","A.L. draft. Rosemont. Great difficulty in getting and sending mail.  Much worried over Miss Tracy's long silence.  Has seen a newspaper report that Mount Vernon has never had so many visitors. ER-1, p. 189","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports on boat co. and its services; bank deposits made; raising maintenance funds through selling bracelets from coffee beans; hiring a mulatto with her own money for work and trips to town; reasons for dismissing William, the gardener; buying seeds from her own money to plant flowers which later yield Mount Vernon funds for residents' maintenance; plans made for selling photographs to raise needed funds; news of Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Ogden, E. Everett and Washington children; urges Regent not to mention what she owes; unfavorable press comments on Mount Vernon; Mary McMakin's family wants her to join them in NY.  Fences need repair. ER-15, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received photographs and terms for supplying MVLA.  Last week seven were ill with chills and bilious fever.  Annoyed by photographers who wanted views to sell on percentage, which Regent disapproves.  Will send committee copies for approval, taken by Mr. Bell, gives prices, styles and profits, copyright.  Mr. Herbert needs $40 more per month. ER-15, p. 171;  Extract, handwritten, ER 16, p. 119, Extract, handwritten, ER 18, p. 130-1","A.L.S. Dover. Miss Tracy writes that Mr. Herbert needs $40 per month more for labor expenses and asks members of committee to authorize same; if it meets Mr. Riggs' approval, Mrs. Comegys agrees. ER-17, p. 132","A.L.S. Washington. Miss Tracy says several sick at Mount Vernon; has some photos of Mount Vernon she wishes Mrs. Comegys to see--wants to sell them at the estate. ER-17, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy has fever, tired from nursing others and poison of the atmosphere.  Has letter from Regent from August 26 but Tracy's letters had not reached Regent. ER-17, p. 134","A.L.S. Washington. Agrees to $40 monthly allowance to Mr. Herbert--grounds and property need proper protection--hopes when Ladies meet, they will be satisfied with condition of Mount Vernon--they carried on during dark times without involving the ladies and now he hopes everything will be prosperous --the Everett people have money and stocks which can be applied to payment to Washington's heirs--hopes Miss Cunningham can be here soon. ER-22, p. 207","A.L.S. Washington. Notes Mr. Herbert's request for additional $40 per month for labor at Mount Vernon.  If MVLA approves, he will send funds to Miss Tracy.  Reports contents of his letter to Miss Comegys (Oct. 6, 1865). ER-22, p. 209","A.L.S. Rosemont. Personal letter recounting terrible conditions on her plantation. The mail services are lacking.  Vacation is due Miss Tracy and Mary McMakin after all their years of service. She cannot spare the Superintendent. The Regent resumes duties after her total isolation. Discusses funds, payments due, crops at Mount Vernon, legal advice needed, newspaper criticisms, conduct of the Association, filling Vice Regent vacancies, calling Council, and her return to the estate. ER-1, p. 191 (Extracts in pencil, ER-11, p. 133)","A.L.S. Washington. Inquires if there is a map of 260 acres, MVLA purchased from J.A. Washington, and if he may have permission to use copy of it in his book, \"Home of Washington.\" ER-4, p. 114","A.L.S. Rosemont. Writing \"Circular\" she planned delayed by death of an aunt living with them.  Refers to her own strong presentiments. ER-1, p. 195","A.L.S. Washington. She has been ill, went to Washington to recuperate and returns tomorrow.  Rec'd Regent's letter sent by Mrs. Eve; news of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie; asks for order for money in E. Everett fund for last payment to John A. Washington's children. ER-15, p. 167","A.L.S. Providence. Absent from state until War was finished.  Asks about funds needed for repairs and receipts by boat.  Unfavorable press letters.  Hopes Tomb may be put in good condition in Fall.  Criticism of women's undertaking is always severe. ER-13, p. 6","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Taking care of her mother who is ill. She is certain the laudanum was packed in the last shipment to her. Encourages her to check the container again if she has not thrown it away. They received her check. She will try to find hair dye to send in the next package.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Officially resigns as Vice Regent. Plans to travel in Europe. ER-14, p. 15","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re unfavorable printed letter in Post on Mount Vernon.  Similar one appeared in Boston papers 2 months ago and was answered by Mrs. Barry without refuting charges.  Itemizes criticism in Rhode Island paper in such manner as to give good statement of condition of Mount Vernon at that date.  Bedstead in Washington's room whittled away by visitors, tobacco stains on floors and hearth, etc.  Mansion is clean, paths and gardens tidy, paint in good shape.  No repairs since 1862.  Miss Tracy, Miss McMakin, and Mr. Herbert busy with crowds of visitors, and illness among help.  Made expenses this summer.  Photographers made views of Mount Vernon for sale.  Hears from Regent regularly now. ER-13, p. 7","Draft, extract from letter to Dr. Hodge. Draft. Her despair over condition of country and her disillusionment with United States--how can she move people to contribute to Mount Vernon cause when all the warmth for the cause has left her? ER-11, p. 127","A.L. Rosemont. Suggests Dr. D. may write the \"Circular\" she had planned.  Asks about the \"Record\".  Long account of her plantation difficulties, especially with \"labor.\" ER-1, p. 199","Copy. Order by the Trustees of Edward Everett's fund to pay all remaining money to George W. Riggs. Also, Miss Cunningham's letter to Riggs ordering payment at earliest convenience to the Washingtons by using funds from Everett. ER-11, p. 128","A.L.S. Cambridge. Forwards part of letter from Sarah J. Hale (Lady's Book) asking for information as she had seen an unfavorable newspaper article.  Asks for names of VRs living.  Mrs. Greenough expects to return next season. ER-12, p. 155","A.L. Draft. Complaint re irregularity of trips, made by boats to Mount Vernon, lack of definite schedule of boat trips posted in hotels and other places. ER-16, p. 128","Extracts of multiple Sarah Tracy letters. ER-16, p. 109","A.L.S. Rosemont. The action of the Grand Council under the 5th By-Law was without the sanction of the constitution.  The constitution must be adhered to or a new system must be adopted.  The Association must disregard the action and resume their powers under the constitution.","A.L.S. Rosemont. She misses Everett's guidance; Mount Vernon health situation serious; improvements needed for Superintendent; Miss Tracy's resignation, salary due; difficulties of success or ignorant of Mount Vernon history and management. Deplores criticism of her motives and war prejudices.  Sends David Paul Brown's opinion on \"committee's power\"; demands strict adherence to Constitution and By-Laws. ER-1, p, 201; Includes handwritten extracts of letter, ER-10, p. 21","A.L.S. Funds expected for last installment on purchase, and indebtedness to Superintendent Herbert.  Varied activities keep her busy.  Asks for order for $700 collected by Mr. Godey.  Mary McMakin goes home for Christmas. ER-15, p. 173","A.L.S. Rosemont. Praises Miss Tracy for her sacrifice in spending war years at Mount Vernon.  APC quite unwell.  Urges Tracy  to remain at her post. ER-1, p. 203","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Feels confident he can raise the $5,274 (for Illinois) of the permanent $50,000 fund the MVLA seeks to create.  Progress will be better in the spring after completion of fund raising for the Lincoln Memorial Fund. ER-23, p. 299","A.L.S. Two letters. London. Her husband lost everything during War; has been abroad and very ill.  Wonders if Regent will call a meeting in 1867.  Sends her resignation to Association. ER-3, p. 286","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Tracy is going to Philadelphia and will prepare material on Mount Vernon; public wants to know how trust has been discharged.  Regent wisely kept affairs quiet but publicity is now desirable.  Lists data needed for reply in Lady's Book to inquiries, \"Who owns Mount Vernon\", which will show \"Virginia had very little to do with ownership... but\" it was purchased by a National Association. ER-13, p. 185","A.L.S. Rosemont. Mail difficulties continue.  Sends order for \"Godey\" funds to be paid to Miss Tracy.  Boston contribution may be enough to make \"last payment\" and also pay Mr. Herbert. ER-1, p. 207","A.L. Incomplete. Re Miss Tracy's resignation, urges her and Superintendent Herbert to remain, even for one year. ER-11, p. 130","A.L.S. Because her health was failing rapidly she wrote full account of her financial problems, struggles since father's death, condition of her plantation since War, history of her physical ailments, serious problems connected with resignations of Miss Tracy and Mr. Herbert. ER-11, p. 123 (major portions of this letter copied or extracted ER-10, p. 25-33)  (misdated \"1865\" by A.P.C.)","A.L.S. To \"my dear friend.\" Regular mail routes are open again and a few of Miss Tracy's letters got through. Discusses her ill health and suffering condition of her country. ER-17, p. 136","A.L. Incomplete. Expecting Regent at Mount Vernon and looking forward to seeing her.  Refers to last 5 years, relations with Association.  Reports difficulties during War period.  Boat trips begin soon. ER-3, p. 287","A.L.S. Washington. Hopes Regent is now getting her letters.  Sent her letter from Mrs. Ritchie relating her difficulties.  Threatens to resign.  Sold pictures on \"Boat day.\" Bishop Lynch of South Carolina says railroad service is improved.  Replies to inquiry about chemises. ER-15, p. 174","A.L. Incomplete. Mount Vernon. Understands Regent fears as it has been unsafe to ride alone in lonely places in Alexandria or in evening.  Trips will be tri-weekly.  Cleared $50 on photographs.  Today made first bouquets - sold for $4.25. ER-15, p. 185","A.L.S. Rosemont. Mrs. Ritchie's losses, travels, resignation.  Delayed mails.  Philadelphia friends oppose circular planned by Regent.  Reviews Miss Tracy's 3 letters with Association news.  Urges household linens be bought from picture sales.  Asks about New Orleans sale of books and pictures. ER-1, p. 209","A.L.S. Mary wrote result of investigation.  Discusses appointments of VRs. In Maryland Emperor Napoleon has made gift to Mrs. Murat to offset her War losses.  Tries to locate Mrs. Morse and Mrs. McWillie.  Buys linens, has a sewing machine, seamstresses extremely scarce.  Comments on her manifold activities necessary now, selling photographs (made $600).  Chills and fever prevalent.  Urges Regent to come soon. ER-15, p. 176","A.L.S. Rosemont. Few days under Miss Tracy profitable for Miss Mitchell.  Mr. Peabody to return to America. G.W. Riggs' help needed.  Inquires re prospective VRs in N.J. and N.Y.  Regent too impoverished to live at Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy's successor - lady resident of tact and ability to deal with North and South.  Considers E.P. Marks. ER-1, p. 215","A.L.S. Rosemont. She feared death so wanted to put her affairs in order, but is now recovering.  Questions her own wisdom in calling Grand Council in Fall, season unfavorable to her own interests.  Wants to have Mr. Peabody raise funds among Americans abroad. ER-1, p. 217","A.L.S. Rosemont. More recommendations for obtaining information re prospective VRs. Mrs. Goodrich, VR-Conn resigns.  Judge Breckinridge's (Ky) misunderstanding.  Bishop's recommendations.  In whose name inquiry made, concern for Mrs. Eve.  Emperor's donation to Mde Murat.  Suggests writing army personnel  for information re Mrs. Morse, Mrs. McWillie, and Mrs. Walker. Mrs. Chesnut (S.C.) died.  Re funds received by Mrs. Berghmans and photograph sales requiring time of one person.  Recommends remedies for Mr. Herbert's chills. ER-1, p. 219","A.L.S. Rosemont. Problems of post war South.  Election of new Vice Regent for New York to replace Miss Hamilton.  Regent  does not choose only advises - up to the Council as to who will be her replacement. ER-1, p. 223","A.L.S. Rec'd Regent's letter of 6th; sorry her and Mary's mail has not reached Regent.  Mary's devotion to Miss Tracy and her sick mother.  She and Mary catch fish for breakfast, Mary fell in river.  Suggests Mary go down to travel with the Regent, urges her to come soon as possible.  Labor difficult to get for Mount Vernon.  Selling photographs and bouquets.  Many of their plants died in the winter.  Thinks Mr. Peabody will not contribute much to fund.  Urges that Mr. Herbert be allowed to tear down dilapidated Summer House built by Bushrod Washington.  Sends Regent Mrs. Ritchie's letter. ER-15, p. 175","A.L.S. Multiple letters and copy of letter to Mr. Stewart regarding plans to build a road near Mount Vernon. Also discusses railroad and details on the founding of the Ladies' Association. Suggests other employees for the management of the estate. ER-1, p. 227; ER-1, p. 225","A.L.S. Rosemont. Letter from Mrs. Comegys received.  Recommends Miss Emily Harper as Maryland Vice Regent.  Needs Mr. Peabody's help in raising funds; Miss Cunningham's debts to Mount Vernon.  Re Miss Johnson's appointment, service and salary problem. Miss Cunningham has financial difficulty in attending Council. ER-1, p. 233","A.L.S. All letters up to the 20th now received.  Glad she acts promptly on business problems.  Plans to consult Mr. Taylor re railroad. Receiving mail is again difficult.  Urges Regent not to write more than is ncessary.  Thanks her for prompt action on her salary but will not allow Regent or mother to advance it as long as photographs sell.  Vice Regents refuse to act until Regent arrives.  Mrs. Pendleton sent resignation to the Vice Regent of New York.  Much sickness at Mount Vernon, often 4 or 5 to care for at one time.  Urges Regent to come soon.  Thinks Mr. Peabody will not contribute much.  Regent can attend to Legislative action.  Mary remains for present and will go south to meet Regent if finances permit.  Mrs. Smith of Philadelphia wants her sister Grace's trunk sent to her.  Regrets Regent's losses. ER-15, p. 187","A.L.S. Department of the Interior, Pension Office. Dr. Gray, Chaplain of Senate, wishes to bring his Sunday School class by boat to visit Mount Vernon, see the Tomb, Mansion and drink at Washington's well. ER-16, p. 133","A.L.S. Washington. Knight Templars plan a trip on Potomac and ask if they may have a ceremony at the Tomb of Washington and on what terms landing permission will be granted. ER-10, p. 94","A.L.S. She is fatigued and plans for rest in N.Y. to keep her fit until January.  Five years since she had a vacation. Spent next 3 weeks in bed.  Begs Regent to write briefly, not to duplicate information.  Regent wishes Mary McMakin, who is not well, to go South for Regent.  Miss Tracy discusses travel expenses, money from boat service; Mr. Herbert's taking half salary; money lost in slow returns from Boston.  Hoped Regent's cotton would pay debt to Association. Miss Tracy has not told G.W. Riggs that Regent owed MVLA.  Criticizes Fourney and D.P. Brown. ER-16, p. 134","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mary McMakin called home by illness, cancels Miss Tracy's plan for 3 weeks rest.  Regent needs to be at Mount Vernon, thinks she would come now if expenses were paid; names four Vice Regents who would doubtless contribute.  Considers Regent's possible resignation, her losses and attitude toward them.  Methods of meeting expenses at Mount Vernon.  Railroad problem--legislative action; Mr. Taylor (John A. Washington's lawyer) watching developments carefully.  New York Vice Regent demands annual reports and history of Association because she was 1st subscriber from N.Y.'s 31st Congressional District. ER-15, p. 189.  Extracts, ER 16, p. 129; ER 17, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. Asks for a report of business of Association from its origin, as he was first subscriber to fund originally raised from N.Y. 31st Congressional District. ER-16, p. 135","A.L.S. Refers him to his State Vice Regent for any information on Mount Vernon he wishes; unable to send him Association's history of activities for last 7 years.  Planned to provide for a statement at next Council, but so many northern Vice Regents went to Europe and Council was postponed. ER-16, p. 136","A.L.S. Fairfax. Part of a map made by Washington which he wishes to sell.  Statement signed by T. Bailey Myers that map was purchased in June 1866, \"not a spoil of war\". W-370","A.L.S. Washington. Letterhead of the Department of Indian Affairs. Masonic Committee on pilgrimage to Mount Vernon was not as profitable as hoped, but has sent $120 to G.W. Riggs for MVLA fund.  Expresses appreciation of Mr. Herbert and Sec. Tracy's courtesies. ER-16, p. 137","A.L.S. Washington. Illinois fund raising effort of Williams appears to be turning out badly. ER-22, p. 211","A.L.S. Washington. Due to \"falling off of [receipts] in the month of July\" the Potomac Ferry Co. has decided to make but one trip per week to Mount Vernon until \"such time as the People may return to the City from their Summer trips\" Trips to be each Thursday. ER-4, p. 110","A.L.S. Washington. Sisters of Charity of Washington wish to take orphans in their charge to Mount Vernon; he thinks of giving free boat trip and asks her advice. ER-16, p. 138","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reviews Mount Vernon's status and asks help in filling vacancy for Vice Regent of Ohio.  States at length the characteristics needed for a Vice Regent. ER-15, p. 192","A.L.S. Washington. When Queen Emma was presented with set of photos of public buildings in DC, she regretted omission of Mount Vernon.  Asks permission to photograph Mount Vernon, pictures $3 each, will furnish MVLA as many as desired at half price. ER-16, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. There are no reports to send her--since boat is running, receipts are enough for moderate expenses of Superintendent--will write Miss Tracy about possibility of meeting of Ladies--Miss Tracy stayed at Mount Vernon during the war and since--sometimes she had communication cut off from them. ER-2, p. 213","Note, incomplete extract. Weather poor.  Herbert had a \"touch of chills.\" ER- 15, p. 85","A.L.S. Sent Regent stationery and New York papers.  For health's sake should have left Mount Vernon last fall, very eager to have Regent at Mount Vernon to settle many affairs.  Mrs. Morse letter re meeting; Bishop Bedell in Europe, Bishop Williams, Conn., replies.  Hopes Regent will call Grand Council on her return.  Mary McMakin's return to MV is doubtful.  Suggests ways for Regent's return. ER-15, p. 193","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Greenough plans to return in October. She has kept up a lively interest in Mount Vernon affairs.  Mrs. Barry is in Florence. ER-12, p. 157","A.L.S. Richmond. Questions wisdom of calling Grand Council at this time; comments on sales of portraits, tributes that would not sell; news re those who contributed to Mount Vernon.  ER-4, p. 81","A.L.S. Receives Regent's letter from Cokesbury.  Mary returns by boat for few days only.  Much sickness at Mount Vernon.  Lengthy account of visits to the estate by Richard Washington, Mr. Taylor, engineers, etc. re railroad replacing road-bed and depot, percentage of charges, etc. She attempts to delay action again until Regent returns.  Mrs. Morse cannot attend Council.  Criticizes Mrs. LeVert's action; describes boat service at last Council (permission from Sec. of War) and luncheon served Vice Regents.  Does not favor Council in late fall at Mount Vernon, suggests Ladies spend one day at Mount Vernon but hold sessions in G.W. Riggs' library. ER-15, p. 195","A.L.S. Baltimore. Again declines to be VR because of condition of her personal affairs. Plans to donate $100 to the MVLA to try to make up for her \"failure in making collections.\" ER-13, p. 28; ER-13, p. 30","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Forwarded obituary of Mr. Morse to A.P.C.  Regent cannot reach Mount Vernon before 2nd or 3rd week in Nov.  Regrets Council could not have been in Oct.  Reports on Regent's health and urges Mrs. Morse to visit Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 51","A.L.S. Advises Regent not to shorten her dresses, not to bring linens or burden herself with anything not necessary.  She and Mr. Herbert have brought their own supply of linens.  Not to even write letters now.  Hard to have guests in cold weather.  Letters from Miss Harper and Mrs. Walker received.  Suggests best routes to travel for Regent.  No carpets in Mansion during summer. ER-15, p. 157","A.L.S. Richmond. Advises Regent to see Judge Crump and Judge Ould, legislators; conditions since 1858 are so changed for South; reviews political situation in both the country and in the Association. Fails to collect on excursion to Mount Vernon.  Reports death of O.W. Langfitt who drew up Association charter. ER-4, p. 79","A.L.S. Rosemont. Encloses $10, making $25 sent by letters.  Plans trip to Mount Vernon.  Postscript later says plantation troubles may delay her. ER-1, p. 239","A.L.S. Rosemont. On resignation of Mrs. Davis, she offers Mrs. Sweat the position.  As a Grand Council will soon be held, when nomination will be presented, asks for a prompt reply. ER-19, p. 91","A.L.S. Baltimore. Wrote Miss Tracy declining to be Vice Regent of Maryland, but she sent letter to Regent.  Miss Tracy during hurried visit to Newport in Aug. asked on Regent's behalf that Miss Harper become Vice Regent. States condition under which she can accept position.  Prefers meeting Dec. 14 to Nov. 2. ER-17, p. 140","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Regent just arrived at Mount Vernon, asked her draft response to Mrs. Van Buren's letter. Discusses duties and role of Vice Regents. Brief discussion of Miss Hamilton and her work with the MVLA up to this point. ER-1, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington. Received money from Trustees of Everett fund in Feb. 1866, and proceeds of stocks and bonds sold in May--no statement of interest received--on May 12 paid amount due on last bond, $7834.40--$6169.73 was for interest accrued. ER-22, p. 215","A.L. Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Acknowledges Miss Hamilton's resignation, asks that accounts be reported and papers put in form for successor. ER-1, p. 245","A.L. Draft. Hopes Mrs. Greenough will return to America in time for next Grand Council.  Asks for recommendations for Vice Regent for New Hampshire. ER-1, p. 247","A.L.S. Draft. Mount Vernon. Hopes Mrs. Greenough will return to America in time for next Grand Council.  Asks for recommendations for Vice Regent for New Hampshire. ER-1, p. 249","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Van Antwerp just left Regent's bedside.  Mrs. Riggs entertained Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Comegys, and Mrs.  Tracy for dinner.  Wanted a private conversation with her.  Cannot go to Philadelphia, too much work to do, very bad news about home conditions, mother about to \"break up her home.\" Wants Mrs. Van Antwerp to go with her to meet Mrs. Comegys. ER-17, p. 143","A.L.S. Washington. Asks whether Miss Cunningham wishes him \"to suppress entirely the printing of your address.\" ER-22, p. 221","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Desires to know whether they still have the electrotype plates used for the printing of the Mount Vernon Record, and if so are they accessible to the Association. ER-16, p. 140","A.L. Draft. Brief description of the duties of a Vice Regent. Would she be interested in serving as the new representative of New York. ER-11, p. 144","A.L. Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Necessary to increase income for maintenance of Mount Vernon.  Old plan of raising funds no longer efficient.  As wife of New York banker, asks her aid in making wealthy people interested in an endowment fund.  Cites E. Everett's efforts in North and Mr. Yancey's in South, also minor efforts. ER-11, p. 143","A.L. Draft. Regrets she could not accept appointment as Vice Regent, but Miss Cunningham has now asked Mrs. Brooks of New York instead.  ER-11, p. 145","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Recalls the assistance he rendered and asks for counsel re reaching the wealthy.  Has assumed her duties after long absence during War.  Revenues at Mount Vernon are insufficient.  Difficult to find successor Vice Regent for Hamilton of New York. ER-11, p. 141","A.L.S. St. Paul. In regards to a letter by Mary McMakin to Mrs. Sibley asking for news of the Vice Regent and work in Minnesota. There had been no answer to previous letters. Mrs. Sibley wishes me to say that such letters as she has rec'd she has answered, that she has had very few letters from the Regent and other officers since 1860, no proceedings. ER-11, p. 236","Extract. Deposited July entrance money with Mr. Riggs ($576.00): Total deposits since May are $2,356.62.  Excludes % owed to MVLA by the boat company.","A.L. Deposited July entrance money with Mr. Riggs ($576.00): Total deposits since May are $2,356.62.  Excludes % owed to MVLA by the boat company. ER-1, p. 235","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Severe weather since Regent left.  Cannot answer Mrs. Pellet's inquiry re amendment to Charter.  Regent stopped in Richmond to explain this to Mrs. Pellet and Mr. Mayers; comments on various ideas re the amendment.  Agrees with Mrs. Pellet that interest in Mount Vernon is not keen now, hard for Regent to grasp this. ER-15, p. 199","A.L.S. Richmond. Wants to know what Regent wanted Virginia Legislature to do.  Asks information re railroad.  Regent seeks legislation to prevent any construction on or near Mount Vernon that will detract from Association's plans.  Regent conferred also with Mr. Myers.  Hopes for endowment and that money will be raised through northern Vice Regents. ER-15, p. 221","A.L.S. Richmond. Richmond cut off by severe snow and ice; provisions costly.  Writes at length re possible prices for Miss Cunningham's plantation produce, also markets for them and methods of payment. ER-16, p. 279","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding planting and prices of corn for her plantation. ER-16, p. 280","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hopes she has been able to make satisfactory arragements for servants--saw extract of her report in Alexandria paper--Mrs. Pellet in a maze about railroad business, charging fares--Mrs. Mitchell thinks Congress will be in a better mood next winter to have Mount Vernon claim brought before it. ER-15, p. 197","A.L.S. Richmond. Bushels of corn sent to her. Market price, selling, etc. of corn. ER-16, p. 281","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her last few letters about corn planting, prices, etc. ER-16, p. 282","A.L.S. Richmond. Her letters are not always certain to reach the Regent. Sent bushels of corn to Columbia for her plantation along with the bill to be paid. She may get corn cheaper in February. Her whole aim has been to help Miss Cunningham with the corn business. She shouldn't trust business men who \"in many matters look out for no one.\" ER-16, p. 283","A.L.S. Richmond. Re corn prices, markets, etc.  Refers to railroad proposed to Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 284","A.L.S. Richmond. Explanation of the bill sent for corn and freight. She now has explained all she knows about the corn business. Brief discussion of the cotton market. Says there is going to be a financial crisis coming in the North but won't hurt the South as much. Discusses the slaves still working for Cunningham and their current situation. ER-16, p. 300","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent wishes to have an amendment to the MVLA Charter at present session of VA Legislature; wants protection against construction of any railroad within 10 miles of Mount Vernon property; also to require conformity to regulations enacted by Association in reference to Mount Vernon.  Asks for an interview. ER-16, p. 292","A.L.S. Richmond. More information on the corn market and business. Knows a lady who could be a companion to Miss Cunningham and help take care of her - not as a servant but as a friend and equal. ER-16, p. 285","A.L.S. Rosemont. Mrs. Mitchell's not apprehending mischief done by publishing.  \"Unlucky Richmond article now in N.Y. papers.\"  \"Expenses\" omitted from Report due to pressure on the secretary's time and not Mrs. Riggs' fault.  Hears Mr. Peabody will give a million to Southern education.  Proposition of model for rebuilding approved. ER-1, p. 251","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding a lost letter, corn shipments, and political problems.  Judge Crump, Mr. Myers, and others have conference on Amendment; Judge Crump will introduce it into the legislature if time is at all favorable.  Copy given of memo Miss Cunningham left to Mrs. Pellet re amendment to Charter, correspondence between Mrs. Pellet and Miss Tracy re same.  Mrs. Pellet to see Judges Crump and Ould and report to Regent. ER-16, p. 301","A.L.S. Richmond. Looks after Regent's interest at Corn Exchange; reports Judge Crump's comments on political situation.  He will bring up Mount Vernon business in VA legislature at first chance of success.  Mr. Ritchie living at Brandon with sister, Mrs. Ritchie in London.  Mr. Ritchie saw Sarah Tracy at Mount Vernon last winter. ER-16, p. 293","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Extreme weather, heavy rain, no boat service or mail in over a week.  Roads impassible, supplies low, letters rec'd from Vice Regents.  Month's receipts small, will dismiss gardener.  Have large number of cuttings and plants although Greenhouse is inadequate and weather bad; many plants kept in Mansion.  Damage done by storm at the estate.  Mentions salary increase. ER-15, p. 201","A.L.S. Richmond. Re corn shipments, prices, etc. for her plantation. ER-16, p. 286","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation affairs, corn markets, and budgeting her money.  Saw Judge Crump, will get \"Mount Vernon matter through\"; Legislature adjourned to Apr. 10  (Probably re amendment prohibiting building of railroad near Mount Vernon). ER-16, p. 287","A.L.S. Rosemont. Asks why Miss Tracy has not written.  Regrets Mr. Peabody is to sail May 1 without seeing Mount Vernon.  Asks about affairs at the estate, visitors, and the Vice Regent for NH; has received letter from Miss Hamilton.  ER-1, p. 253","A.L.S. Richmond. In regards to her plantation, the corn market and business, and political affairs. ER-16, p. 289","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation, transportation of corn, prices, economic conditions in Virginia. ER-16, p. 291","A.L.S. Washington. Asks permission for an exclusive party of the Baptist Missionary Society to land for an hour at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 141","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation and corn business. ER-16, p. 289","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding plantation and corn business. Difficulties in sending money, Regent's overseer. Bazaar a success. ER-16, p. 290","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sympathizes with her sorrows--hopes conservative councils will soon prevail in Washington--hears better accounts from Mount Vernon--Mount Vernon Record shown to Mr. Peabody--trying to get support of Masons without public appeal.","A.L.S. Richmond. Re shipment of corn for Regent's plantation. ER-16, p. 291","A.L.S. Richmond. Re shipments of corn, raising cotton, and financial crisis in North. Information on hair tonics to regrow hair, and how dyes effect hair growth. ER-16, p. 294","A.L.S. Quarter Masters Office, Lincoln Depot, Washington, D.C.  Regarding ambulance sold and payment for the same. ER-16, p. 142","A.L.S. Rosemont. Send Mrs. Ritchie information; Mrs. Brooks appointed Vice Regent for New York, to be sent credentials, Records, Constitution, etc.  Mrs. Hibbard appointed in Maine.  Further aid needed from bishops of Ohio and Connecticut.  \"Keep jewelry\" for her until safe means of transportation found. ER-1, p. 259","A.L.S. Quartermaster's Office, Washington, D.C. Sends duplicate blank receipts for ambulance sold and delivered for $34.  Asks for payment. ER-16, p. 143","A.L.S. Introduces a friend--\"let her rest in your little room at Mt. Vernon\"-- (Envelope addressed \"Miss A.P. Cunningham or E. W. Tiffey, Mt. Vernon, introducing Miss Hallett of New York\" and on the back, \"Miss Hallett regrets not seeing Miss Cunningham - but hopes to have that pleasure in Washington - at 1531 14th St., bet. P. \u0026 Q. Sts.\"","A.L.S. Middletown, Connecticut. Suggests Mrs. Mary Fitch Winslow of Westport as Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-15, p. 267","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent settles her plantation affairs better than was feared.  Health problems.  Tries hard to make Mount Vernon pay its own expenses; garden needs are paid from bouquet money; deposits from photographs. News from Bishop Williams. Not so many visitors as formerly. ER-15, p. 205","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Her letter provided great relief but the association is going through a trying time. Must be for the whole Union, not a part of it.  Has published part of a letter from Miss Tracy. Discusses the attacks on the MVLA by Mr. Fourney.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding Council in October, fears for a quorum, so many in Europe.  Have more than met expenses since last Council, makes over 800 bouquets which paid for garden needs, nearly enough for new zinc roof on Tomb.  Mention Miss Harper and Mrs. Morse; Mrs. Murat's death. ER-15, p. 207","A.L. Rosemont. Appointment of Mrs. Winslow from Connecticut. Vice Regents need to lobby for bill for $7000 damages from U.S. Government.  Gives names of 8 Vice Regents who will be at Council if held late in year - and will help lobby Congress.  Orders coal and sugar be purchased for Mount Vernon.  Order to New Hampshire to send $600 fund to Mrs. Riggs. ER-1, p. 261","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letters received from Mrs. Morse, Mrs. Winslow, and Mrs. Farnsworth.  Sends Regent \"list of crops..bouquets, photoraphs…to Oct. 1\", has not received boat returns but gives land entrance fees.  Re Regent's bed at Mount Vernon, four beds belonging to Mr. Herbert, return of three mattresses to Mount Vernon.  Also sent John A. Washington's bed to his children.  Godey sent $150. ER-15, p. 209","A.L.S. Rosemont. Complains of Vice Regents delays in answering letters.  Plans Report for Grand Council; comments on crops raised, sales on bouquets and photographs, secretary's salary, and table expenses. Increase in Mr. Herbert's salary over 1859 estimate, wharfage, entrance fees, payment of loan to Mr. Riggs. Discusses cost of laborers and house servants.  Determination to keep Mount Vernon.  Plans for money to come from California. Thinks visitors will be fewer.  Plans to call Grand Council at time of Congress so Vice Regents can lobby for Congressional appropriation.  Excursion planned on river for Vice Regents and guests.  Drafts letter to the Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-1, p. 263","A.L.S. Rosemont. Annoyance of delayed and lost mail.  Needs the date of next meeting of Congress before calling Grand Council.  Emphasizes need for $7000 Congressional appropriation and comments on excursion planned.  Difficulties in securing Vice Regents.  Suggests Mrs. Blanding, Vice Regent for California try for larger individual gifts in her state.  Comments on another loan from Mr. Riggs.  Suggestions for circular and letters to Vice Regents. ER-1, p. 265","A.L.S. Rosemont. Alarm at continued delay and loss of mail.  Decides to call Council meeting after Congress is in session.  Expands plans to have Vice Regents have a pleasant time, and also lobby for $7000 damage claim.  Desirable to make permanent arrangements for annual meeting place.  Many vacancies, absences of \"ruined officers,\" will make attendance small. Enquires if there will be enough for a luncheon without borrowing from Mrs. Riggs.  Plans for her own travel. ER-1, p. 267","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Nathan accidently shoots his own left arm.  Writes Bishop Williams, mentions Mrs. Winslow's declining position of Vice Regent.  Keeps accounts for entrance fees but not wharfage.  Will send amounts Association voted for different purposes.  Superintendent says 15 acres in wheat impractical.  In 1859 Association agreed to pay Mr. Herbert $1200 as long a John A. Washington gave Association his board and horse, afterwards to be raised to $1500, but was never increased.  Miss Tracy declines to join \"excursion\"; G.W. Riggs advises against it and states reasons.  Plans for Regent's return and next Council. ER-15, p. 211","A.L.S. Rosemont. Has not received a letter from her for weeks, many letters lost.  Date set for Council is Nov. 28.  Association must come before public again.  Plans for having all Ladies at Willard Hotel and staying there herself.  Regrets delay in paying Mr.Herbert.  Asks advice about dressing her hair.  Plans to have her shopping done and her \"bed\" in readiness. ER-1, p. 269","A.L.S. Concern for her clothes for Council.  Thanksgiving Day interferes with Council date. ER-1, p. 273","A.L.S. Augusta. Will attempt to aid MVLA in their claim to Congress.  Advises it be included in the General Appropriation Bill and not a stand alone bill. ER-19, p. 99","A.L.S. St. Louis. Death in the family prevents Mrs. Hunt from attending Council meeting--did not receive account of last annual meeting of the Vice Regents. ER-5, p. 273","A.L. in writing of Sarah Tracy. Notice to attend Council. RM-452, ER-3468","A.L.S. Washington. Submitted her letter to the Board of Trustees who authorized him to state the company wishes a new arrangement with the MVLA. Cites difficulties in being fair to both parties, suggests a monthly rate of pay based on summer and winter travel over a number of years. Asks MVLA to make them a proposition on which they will act promptly. ER-4, p. 118","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt will attend next Council meeting on Dec. 2 and she will accompany Mrs. Hunt to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 273","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Asks Mrs. Judd to represent her at MVLA Council meeting since she cannot attend.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Feels it is a bad time to petition Congress for assistance.  Better to wait until after elections of 1868.  Notes Mrs. Judd is to represent her at the MVLA meeting.  Little hope of getting funds in Wisconsin.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Presents her resignation for the second time.  Returned home after 9 years in Europe; she must give her attention to personal affairs. ER-12, p. 161","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Was glad to hear she made it to Mount Vernon. Sorry to hear of her troubles with \"Miss T.\" Updates her on family matters and discusses her traveling and packing.","A.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Herbert $150 and because there is no more of the Association's money left in his care, he desires to resign his position as Treasurer as soon as she will permit him. ER-22, p. 223","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Forwards on a bill she knows Miss Cunningham will be looking for and discusses payment of the bill.","A.L. draft. Difficulties arising from having no secretary for writing the Council Minutes as Miss Tracy is resigning. She exceeded her authority and sent to printer without Regent's approval; errors cited, questions of constitutionality of action, etc. Vice Regent of Michigan suggests the Regent live at Mount Vernon.  No formal resignation of the secretary acted on. ER-11, p. 149","A.L. fragment. Plans to collect and classify material for history of Mount Vernon; her letters to secretaries, to friends working in the cause; letters to the Regent. ER-2, p. 3","A.L.S. Does not understand his reasons for asking to resign his position, asks if it is due to something she has done. Would like to have an explanation of his reasoning. Says they have always had a nice working relationship. ER-2, p. 7","A.L. three copies of letter. Accepts the resignation of Mrs. Riggs as Vice Regent and is sorry for her illness. She cannot accept his resignation as Treasurer alone as Regent - according to the MVLA Constitution she needs authorization of Council. Will seek legal advice to see if she can act alone. Says despite recent troubles she is thankful for his service as Treasurer for all the past years. ER-2, p. 5; ER-11, p. 150-153","A.L. draft. Lengthy account of Miss Tracy's service to Mount Vernon, with discovery on December 3  of her changed attitude, surprise at her conduct in Council; quotes from Miss Tracy's letters. Miss Tracy wished to resign but remained one year longer.  Regent insists all must adhere to Constitution now war crisis is ended.  Miss Tracy's misrepresentations. ER-11, p. 149","A.L.S. Washington. Notified of her desire to write the history of the MVLA.  He will return letters concerned with the MVLA to her as soon as he is able to get them from his other papers.  He can no longer act as Treasurer  and requests that he soon be replaced.","A.L.S. Washington. Apologies for not resigning at time of Grand Council meeting and for inconveniencing the Ladies.  Resigns because \"action of last meeting of the Grand Council has grieved [him]\".  Prefers not to be connected with new management of Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 227","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Confidential. Great financial crisis, on Dec. 3 only $107 in treasury.  Revenue from visitors, wharfage, sale of photographs.  Investments hard to sell.  Riggs' unsought report to Council and misunderstanding; Regent cancels debt to him, he resigns.  Owes Mr. Herbert $1500, Sec. Tracy $200, Council's budget impractical with no funds.  Regent decides to retrench drastically awaiting spring boat service.  Loans made by Mr. Herbert and G.W. Riggs. ER-11, p. 151","A.L.S. Washington. Sends copy of resolutions passed at last meeting of Council. Miss Cunningham thinks them incorrect, but Mr. Riggs \u0026 Mrs. Farnworth declare them to be correct. This is her last official act, for she has left Mount Vernon--thinks Miss Cunningham's feelings against her are because she refused to be a private secretary and was secretary to the Association. Miss Cunningham took everyone by surprise at the meeting by reading a paper showing determination to get rid of her. The Ladies tried to compromise with her, but when she threatened to resign, Miss Tracy felt she had to resign. Mrs. Riggs and Mr. Riggs both resigned as a result of Miss Cunningham's action and she is living at their house now. ER-15, p. 203","A.L.S. St. Louis. Surprised at course Mrs. Morse has followed in relations with Miss Cunningham. Difference of opinion between APC and Miss Tracy--much improvement at Mount Vernon since APC took over from Miss Tracy--new efforts for Mount Vernon in Missouri. ER-5, p. 275","A.L.S. Washington. Asks for a \"memorial in regard to the Mount Vernon matter,\" to refer to Committee as basis for appropriation. ER-19, p. 101","A.L.S. Washington. Disappointed the MVLA will bring the claim before Congress at this time, but he will support it as best he can.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Leaves for the South. Encloses letter from Senator Howe (see under Feb. 14, 1868) and believes their prospects don't look good this session.","A.L.S. St. Paul. Had planned to resign due to ill health but changed her mind.  Appointing Lady Managers in her state. Does not expect great success in so sparsely a settled state as Minnesota. Wishes the MVLA well in their enterprise. ER-11, p. 233","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sees but one solution to Mount Vernon's problems, and thinks they should offer it to Government. ER-12, p. 161","A.L.S. Richmond. She had heard of Mr. Riggs' resignation but did not know \"it had anything to do with Miss Tracy.\"  Suggests a companion, a widow of much ability as seamstress, to do housekeeping, etc.  Suggests planting cotton. Political matters. ER-16, p. 296","A.L.S. Opinion on procedure of accepting treasurer's resignation. ER-3, p. 291","A.L.S. Richmond. Saw Mr. Myers and encloses his written opinion.  Received Miss Marks' letter and Constitution. ER-16, p. 297","A.L. In writing of secretary, three copies of the letter. Mount Vernon. Replies again to his letter of resignation from December 30, 1867.  She has sought legal advice re Regent's power to accept resignation. Includes legal advice. ER-2, p. 11; ER-11, p. 152 and 158","A.L.S. Falmouth, Stafford County. Sent the will of General Washington with the inscription \u0026 history of the sword.  My father had second choice of sword. Can't tell upon what occasion it was used. Do not think you will get more than $500 for it. You may sell the portrait at your leisure. W-85","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Offers her the Vice Regency of New Jersey to fill vacancy caused by death of Miss Ogden. ER-22, p. 188","A.L. copy. Accepts honor of \"being permitted to assist in preserving home of Washington.\" ER-11, p. 152","A.L.S. Richmond. Received Regent's April letter written in part by Mrs. Marks.  Sends copies of Constitution requested; some first editions printed and left in Richmond; the new edition with amendment taken by Regent.  No contracts left.  Congratulations on securing a new Treasurer.  Hopes for endowment.  In 1866, Mrs. Pellet urged Regent to enlist help of certain wealthy men (named), which may be done now with Jay Cooke's affiliation.  Speaks of Miss Tracy and an efficient woman who might live with Regent. ER-16, p. 297","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. \"Burn this.\" Also includes handwritten extract of the letter. Much of the letter has been crossed out. Miss Mrs. Comegys greatly and wishes she could visit. Daily boat a success and boat receipts have increased despite bad weather. They are short two servants, have only one woman to wash, attend house and dairy.  Mrs. Morse is at Mount Vernon.  Receipts for month are $486.56 against $302 last year, sales increased, made $75 on photographs, $44 for flowers. Compares her sales with Miss Tracy's.  Visitors are destructive; officers sent five soldiers from neighboring fort to protect property, each paid 25 cents per day.  Mentions Appeal to rich for an endowment.  The fort's band plays twice a week.  Reports continued personal losses. ER-17, p. 145","A.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. She is representing the MVLA in their claim to Congress for loss by discontinuance of boat for 2 years and 9 months during War; gives basis for the amount they are asking for. Congress clogged with impeachment proceedings.  Mount Vernon needs gift of modern agricultural implements.  Mr. Herbert finds labor desired scarce.  Visitors increasing, average 40 per day, yielding 40 cents each. ER-11, p. 128","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Suggests course to follow in Devereux case--must have book for debt \u0026 credit open to public, then Mrs. Morse and Miss Tracy cannot hurt them. She should have a secretary of the Association to attend all meetings, live at Mount Vernon or in Alexandria. Thinks Miss Tracy is the author of vindictive letter.","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. ount Vernon. Received her list of subscribers.  Mount Vernon Records were packed away in 1860, but will try to locate number she wishes.  Hopes to make her personal acquaintance soon. ER-11, p. 189","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Gives permission to use engravings in his book.  Suggests process of reproduction to be used.  Regrets Association finances are lowbut is sure cause will succeed and pledges his own efforts. ER-3, p. 291","A.L.S. On board the Arrow in between Washington and Mount Vernon. Asks Mr. Halsted to accompany Congressmen on \"complimentary excursion\" to Mount Vernon for sunset and return by moonlight.  Bill presented Monday.  Need Masonic influence.  Describes Mount Vernon transportation.  Regent asks Mrs. Morse to stay at Mount Vernon during her absence. ER-14, p. 53","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Mount Vernon. Asks for \"Appeal to the Rich\" and each Vice Regent to individually address those in her state included as \"rich\" in \"Notice of Income Tax\" and others likely to donate to endowment fund. ER-11, p. 191","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Mount Vernon. Commends her zeal and leaves methods of collecting funds in New Jersey to her judgment.  Masonic and Union League suggestions good.  Looks for mower.  Twenty acres in cultivation, twelve in clover, remainder in garden, etc. ER-11, p. 193","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Morse told Mr. Dykes her MVLA business called her to Delaware and possibly to N.Y.  Mr. Herbert received word from Mr. Taylor that Richard Washington was in Alexandria, invited him to Mount Vernon, but storm prevented him coming.  Washington heirs ready to act, questions a need \"for publication of citation by Association.\"  Asks Judge Comegys' opinion.  Mrs. Morse opposed to Regent's action; if she leaves, Regent will go to Washington. Mrs. Halsted working hard.  Has received supply of Appeals to the rich from Mr. Morse.  Chinese embassy visited Mount Vernon.  Extract of letter included. ER-17, p. 147","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sorry she has not had time to write but has been very busy taking care of her mother. She cannot find the color of cloth Miss Cunningham asked for anywhere in the stores. Regrets she cannot write to her mother, Mrs. Cunningham, and sorry she is having a difficult time. Received a letter from her brother John asking for help. Wishes Miss Cunningham would clarify their situation if help is really needed for her family.","Copy. Briefly reviews Charter and bills presented to the Virginia State Legislature for purchase of Mount Vernon. Mr. Corcoran's refusal and final consent. Mrs. Ritchie's and Regent's continued efforts. Now asks for Mr. Comegys' legal opinion re effects on present Charter. ER-2, p. 13-14","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received gift of Leighton's writings.  Mrs. Morse leaves Washington and Regent goes to Washington to save \"claim\" Bill.  Gets it passed by Senate.  Hon. Reverdy Johnson introduces it in House.  Returns for hearing Thursday.  Does not have not all the items new Vice Regents should receive.  Shall call a Council - voting can be done by proxy. ER-11, p. 165","A.L.S. Receipt for $200 received from Miss Marks on behalf of Regent MVLA for salary as secretary. ER-16, p. 144","A.L.S. Washington.  Recounts her efforts at Congress to put forward the bill to reimburse Mount Vernon. Mrs. Phelps escorts Regent to Senate, reports at length difficulties met, help of Senators Howe, Davis, etc.  Senator Sumner assures Regent of his interest and promises her aid. ER-17, p. 149","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Personal appeal for the endowment fund; explains why maintenance fund is needed.  Have just begun to appeal to \"the rich\". ER-11, p. 190","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. A personal appeal to the \"rich\", stating briefly how funds have been used, and present lack by about $2000 per annum of needed funds. ER-2, p. 17","A.L.S. Washington. Expresses his gratification on passing of Bill and best wishes for Association. ER-3, p. 293","A.L.S. Washington. Bottom of last page appears to have been cut off at bottom. Invites her to Mount Vernon before Council.  Regent saves claim bill.  Pressure of years prior to war.  Arranging official accounts and papers for archives.  Treasurer Riggs resignation.  Miss Tracy outstayed her useful services.  Association became fragmentary during War.  Describes help of Mr. Blaine, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Sumner and Mr. Johnson with Bill of Claims. Finally Regent presents Claims to senators, new BIll written, bitter opposition. ER-2, p. 19","A.L.S. Dover. Indignant at misrepresentations made re Mount Vernon and the Association's management when Bill for Claims against the U.S. Government was introduced into legislature. She will write a full and clear statement of history of Association's procedure from raising of funds through purchase, obtaining charter, meeting questions of raising funds for necessary repairs, restoration and maintenance. The struggles of the Regent, Vice Regents, officers and employees to maintain and protect Mount Vernon during the Civil War.  The financial losses from sacrificing investments to meet expenses and from revenue from Mount Vernon boat when Government confiscated it. The claim for $7000 much less than Association's actual loss.  States present status of management; Mr. Herbert in charge, Regent giving personal management.  No debts, proprietors of Willard's Hotel running a boat daily whose fees plus sales of objects at Mount Vernon with produce from cultivated land, etc., furnish operating expenses. ER-17, p. 150","A.L. Incomplete draft. Re excursion that clerks in Quarter Master's departmnet wish to make to Mount Vernon during hours it is not on exhibition. ER-4, p. 116","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Bill passed Senate almost without dissent due to Reverdy Johnson.  Explains how money for claim was placed under Commissioner of Public Buildings ($1000), Gen. Michler in charge, offers cooperation.  Mrs. Morse's behavior disconcerting. ER-11, p. 197","A.L.S. Newport. Discusses reception of the bill in Congress. No hope of getting anything from Wisconsin until after eastern states take initiative. West preoccupried with building railroads, etc., now. Governor Seymour's nomination for President.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Circulars haven't arrived. Mrs. Hunt will attend Council in late October. ER-5, p. 277","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Concerning Miss Cunningham's bill at La Pierre, weather at Cape May, etc.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Found a nice room for her for the winter at Girard St. No package arrived yet.","A.L.S. Newport. Will probably miss upcoming Council meeting as she intends to travel to Europe in October.","A.L.S. Newport. Regarding her husband's nomination for Congress. Cannot promise to meet with her at any definite time. Didn't check into Mr. Herbert's affairs at Mount Vernon and just assumed everything was fine. Governor Seymour nominated for President. If she goes to Washington she will do what she can for the cause.","A.L.S. Cape Island, Cape May. Directions for distributing appeals only to the rich. Do not print in newspapers. ER-2, p. 21","A.L.S. Alexandria. Wishes Regent's signature for bill in Chancery to be filed against late John Augustine Washington, heirs and executor. ER-3, p. 295","A.L.S. Alexandria. Sends Regent papers re suit which she is to sign before a notary in Philadelphia.  Survey of property will be attended to before deed is executed. ER-3, p. 297","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Desires a conference. The public is \"a most unreasonable Master to some, never just and seldom generous.\" ER-11, p. 199","A.L.S. Washington. Reports amount of money and bonds remaining in Mr. Everett's estate. As soon as this can be obtained, balance of bond due Mr. Washington's heirs should be paid. Burke \u0026 Herbert handling Mount Vernon payments. ER-22, p. 205","A.L. Draft. Re signing \"affadavit to Bill in Chancery\", to be filed on first Monday in October.  Asks to have papers sent to her. ER-2, p. 35","A.L.S. Alexandria. Receives papers in Mount Vernon suit and will have everything ready for final decree placing Mount Vernon property in hands of Association. ER-3, p. 297","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Is to \"receive\" a millionaire who will make the \"handsome\" gift needed to start large subscriptions.  Refers to Mount Vernon Records of May 1859.  Commends Mrs. Halsted's work. ER-2, p. 23","A.L.S. Alexandria. Details re execution of deed.  Miss Louise and Miss Jane Washington only parties of age to sign.  As delays may occur, Regent better not call Board together before Nov. 16. ER-3, p. 299","A.L. Comments of various Vice Regents and their activities.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 152","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 69","A.L.S. Alexandria. Asks for copy of existing survey, new survey not necessary. ER-3, p. 299","A.L.S. Gave Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Morse power to vote for her at coming meeting.  Not favorable to a lot of foreign laborers at Mount Vernon.  If MVLA can raise $3000, favors withdrawal of claim against the Government.  Wants to replace Superintendent with a woman.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon.  ER-11, p. 159","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham agrees with her sentiment of appealing not only to the rich for Mount Vernon's endowment, but she only printed a limited number of appeals for now.  ER-2, p. 25","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Unsafe condition in South prevents her return home.  Sent out call for Council meeting for Nov. 17; few Vice Regents expected, each asked to bring her own table silver.  Directions for coming by boat \"Arrow\".  Vice Regency of Massachusetts to be filled; Michigan has good start on endowment fund.  Difficulties in securing a secretary. ER-2, p. 27","A.L.S. Washington. \"cousin Nannie.\"  Grand Council called for Nov. 17. Vice Regents to stay a night at Mount Vernon.  Hopes she and Mr. Halsted will come also.  Thirty-five thousand dollars spent on repairs and restoration; no debts. Three thousand dollars on deposit; now need public's favor.  Question of Congressional \"redress.\"  Committee to be appointed on \"improvements and repairs\".  Mrs. Comegys has only missed one Council.  Seeks an appointment and needs her proxy. ER-14, p. 53","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Deplores election of Grant. Cannot get to Washington in time for meeting. Details of their meetings shouldn't reach the public. Boat will bring enough to sustain Mount Vernon \"I have my doubts about the colony (of foreigners).  I fear they will bring a care upon us - more than they are worth.\" Sees no need for a superintendent now.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Commends her zeal and acknowledges gift.  Wishes General Halsted to visit Mount Vernon.  Emphasizes fact - as Regent she adheres strictly to limits of her official position at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 29","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Shocked at actions of another Vice Regent \"Mrs.\" with no name given. Has chosen her proxy as Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Morse. A.P.C. must stay at Mount Vernon. Plans for imported labor, her plans in Europe, results of election.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt has requested Mrs. Morse to vote for her at meeting--copies of appeal have arrived. ER-5, p. 279","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Concerning gardener at Mount Vernon. U.S. Bureau of Agriculture offers aid.  Vice Regent of Rhode Island settles Miss Tracy's salary account.  Mrs. Halsted suggests Washington period furnishings for Mansion. Mr. Herbert leaves, owned half of Mansion furniture.  Lists needs, suggests Mrs. Morse buy in N.Y., perhaps at auction.  Vice Regent for Michigan and friends visit Mount Vernon.  Wrote Richard Washington re $20  due on deed.  Harness received.  Mrs. Eve at Mount Vernon.  Gardener should raise food for laborers, Mansion table and to feed stock.  J. Cooke's \"handsome contribution\".  Miss Tracy's disloyalty. ER-2, p. 31","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Delighted at result of meeting of Association. Sorry she couldn't be present. Thinks someone else younger would be better than she for the job. Thinks they did wrong thing in not paying Miss Tracy what she claimed her due. Miss Tracy had hard time during war and her conduct with Mr. Herbert is none of their business now that she has left Mount Vernon. Offers to pay Association some of what they owe Miss Tracy. Will be on lookout for laborers for Mount Vernon. Mr. Riggs could do harm to them if he desires. Disappointed in Mrs. Morse, no need for her to stay at Mount Vernon all the time if she can get a good secretary and a member of Mrs. Morse's family to stay there as a protector. A northerner would be better.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. In writing of secretary. Re lack of \"requisite stamp or stamps\" which makes deed invalid.  Sends him Deed to have properly executed.  Refers to opinion of distinguished lawyers. Association wishes a properly recorded and completed deed. ER-2, p. 35","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Commends her endowment activities. Gift of harness used for publicity.  List of \"needs\" and list of \"comforts\" for Mansion that Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Halsted will submit to N.Y. merchants.  New Jersey will furnish Lafayette room.  New roof first expenditure from claim bill fund.  Entertains Fort Washington's Commandant and wife.  Plans opening whole Mansion to visitors on Dec. 14.  Mrs. Eve will be there, and Gen. Thomas, and Marine Band, etc. ER-2, p. 37","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve ends visit to Mount Vernon. Acknowledges gift of harness. ER-2, p. 37","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Private. Regent may be forced to return home to save her property.  Wishes to settle gardener's appointment before leaving.  House opened Dec. 14 with ceremonies at Tomb. Publicity planned. Attic white-washed.  Plans an Appeal and for its circulation. ER-2, p. 39","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. ER-3, p. 303","A.L.S. Sends him a copy of her final report on the settlement with Miss Tracy.  Implies that Miss Tracy had been misusing funds during war years, as she made several unauthorized expenditures at her discretion.  Felt she must bring this to Mr. Riggs' attention. ER-13, p. 16","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Tries to stop scandals.  Neglect of her property in 1859-60 to help Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Berghmans answer charges against her.  Thinks Miss Tracy and Mrs. Morse started rumors.  Needs a gardener now and furniture for his house.  Goes over qualifications for new secretary.  Suggestion for Vice Regent of Connecticut. Mr. Herbert removes furniture, no beds, tables, dishes, etc.  Minutes written by Mrs. Marks to be corrected.  Attic white washed, plaster repaired. ER-2, p. 39","A.L.S. Nashville. Disturbed to hear of Miss Tracy's actions. The Vice Regents will no doubt stand behind Miss Cunningham. She knows a woman who would be a good replacement for Miss Tracy as secretary. ER-10, p. 261","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Carpenter repairs gardener's house.  Boat to be put up for 2 months.  The stove is a gift.  Christmas supplies from Alexandria.  Four thousand appeals franked; New Jersey appeal excellent.  Concern over attack on Association. Communication with Mrs. Chace and Mrs. Berghmans.  Write to R. Washington, guardian of minor heirs re affixing stamps to deed.  Dividend from railroad plus bank refund provides for current expenses until April.  Thanks Mrs. Halsted for a trunk and $10 (personal).  Suggests asking A.T. Stewart's store in New York for a gift for endowment.   Mrs. Perrin's qualifications favorable - must be able to stand the isolation of Mount Vernon and its discomforts. ER-2, p. 41","A.L. incomplete. Back page partially torn. Mount Vernon. Gardener arrives.  Advises farm labor should be white.  Asks advice re \"table\" for employees - to be presided over by gardener. ER-2, p. 41","Copy. Refutes Miss Briggs' charges in the press against Association as falsehoods. Letter docketed \"Mrs. Eve's answer to charges of Mrs. Briggs. 1868. Classified by order of Council of 1878, Com. Halsted and Chace.\" ER-5, p. 185","A.L.S. Sends report for Minutes.  Thinks Miss Tracy would have paid back money had she asked for it, but thought it unwise. ER-13, p. 20","A.L. Incomplete fragment. Has appointed Mrs. Halsted as Vice Regent for New Jersey. Sixty people arrived in government boat, landed without ceremony or pay.  Sent for Adminral and protested, he is however in favor of Mount Vernon's claim bill and offers help.  Mr. Sykes very indignant, and Regent hopes she has stopped any more excursions of this kind. ER-17, p. 153","Partial copy, incomplete. May 2 - Day passed quietly, read most of time.  May 4 - Number of visitors, one was present at visit of Putnam Guards in 1860, poem by Mrs. Sigourney read. ER-13, p. 19","Copy. Extracts of letters by Sarah Tracy describing the unhealthy environment at Mount Vernon, illnesses, and her desire to resign as secretary. ER-15, p. 167","Partial copy, incomplete. Explains current situation with Miss Tracy who is living at the Mansion for the time being although resigned from her duties. Afraid she was wrong about Miss Tracy who may have also been irresponsible with finances. Feels Mr. Riggs is upset with her over Miss Tracy's departure but doesn't really understand why. ER-16, p. 150","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is pleased to inform him that the Grand Council approved him for the position of Treasurer of the MVLA. Please respond if willing to accept the position. ER-2, p. 42","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Inquiries into the qualifications and recommendations of the new gardener who must also serve as superintendent for a time taking care of the grounds and Mansion, assisting visitors, etc.  Lawrence Washington visited Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 43","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding applicants for the gardener position. ER-2, p. 45","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Captain Stackpole and Mr. Herbert help to secure gardener.  Receives information on wages and servants' table. Local problems discussed.  Trouble with the Minutes taken by Miss Marks, they seem to be \"incorrect.\" Nathan's wages raised to $20 per month.  Gift of 2nd set of harness.  Stove and cooking utensils.  Thinks Vice Regents should acknowledge gifts in their states.  Encloses dimensions of library and Lafayette Room. ER-2, p. 47","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Col. Forney will publish a defense of the Association in the Washington Chronicle Sunday - suggest Newark papers reprint, secure copies for distribution.  Considering Mr. Tirewright's application for gardener.  Household furnishings need to be replaced. Mr. Herbert's items now being removed.  Cites Mount Vernon's first donation - aims for $75,000 endowment.  Receives harness from anonymous donor. ER-2, p. 49","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sick over publication of \"private letter\" to Mrs. Berghmans and Col. Forney's article. A Scottish gardener, James Craig, will arrive soon, came with fine recommendations. He is 33 and unmarried.  Miss Tracy's management reduced \"funds.\" ER-2, p. 51","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Written for the Regent. Regent's deep regret that a hastily written note to a friendly Vice Regent marked \"private\" should have been published - for it throws her in wrong light to public. ER-2, p. 53","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Written for the Regent. Nathan counts number of stairs incorrectly. ER-2, p. 53","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding discrepancy in charges for freight.  Says her \"heart is set\" on having Mrs. Perrin for secretary. ER-2, p. 55","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lost mirror found.  Clock ticking in Washington's library.  Reports many items received:  oilcloth, mirror, window shades, stair carpet.  Mr. Craig starts work Feb. 1.  Favorable article in Sunday Herald.  Locality of stables to be improved.  Seeks cheaper merchandise prices in New York or Newark.  Profits Sept-Nov $11.25.  Visitors, 25-45 daily, wish to meet Regent.  Annual receipts $160, 15 times more than last year.  Gates and fences to be mended.  Mr. Sykes helps.  Ambulance duty.  Claim for Mount Vernon now in House.  Mrs. Morse's disloyalty, Vice Regent of Maine replies; Mrs. Chace's defense superior to Col. Forney's. Freight charges on boat, receipt of long list of furnishings.  Parlor mirror needed. ER-2, p. 57","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Gardener Mr. Craig gives list of seeds to be bought.  He obtains plants from public grounds and greenhouses.  President's gardener comes to Mount Vernon.  New Jersey raises as much as $25 per donation for the endowment fund. ER-2, p. 59","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent in Washington, 10 days working for Claim.  Mrs. Farnsworth and General Butler give aid.  Sectional feeling still strong.  Mr. Craig has improved Mount Vernon.  100 visitors on Feb. 22.  Miss Marks' ancestral home is burned and family decides to go elsewhere. ER-2, p. 63","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding Mrs. Halsted's serious illness.  Guests with letter of introduction.  Grateful for suggestion on Hon. Horace Capron, will act on it. ER-2, p. 61","A.L.S. Comments on Mrs. Halsted's illness, says to make sure she takes better care of herself.  Recounts her own activities.  Says Regent plans to go to Washington to see Claim through.  Destruction of relics since Mr. Herbert's departure.  Refers to attack on MVLA by New York Observer. ER-8, p. 85","A.L.S. Richmond. Received Regent's letter with account of Grand Council and other Mount Vernon affairs.  Informed Mr. Myers and Mr. Macfarland of request re Farmer's Bank Stock which latter thinks worthless.  Re property values and changes in Richmond, cotton crop, carpet-bag rule in Virginia, negro suffrage, etc. ER-16, p. 297","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Phelps enthusiastic for Mount Vernon's claim. Senators Sumner and others give aid.  Craig receives seeds and plants from Washington - strawberries, grapes. ER-2, p. 65","A.L.S. Nashville. Suggests Dr. and Mrs. Marks and daughter stay at Mount Vernon. Table furnished from monthly allowance while Regent is South.  The Marks' house destroyed by fire and no insurance. ER-8, p. 83","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Orders a cart and horse paid for from $7000 \"claim\" paid to the Association by U.S. Govt.  Is alone at Mount Vernon - Marks family has left. ER-2, p. 67","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. It is raining - only 3 passengers onthe  boat.  Perplexities about servants and secretaries.  1900 visitors since Mar. 1 (\"our most prosperous month\") - evening trips, excursions.  Paint from library floor is off, Mr. Young \"does ambulance gratuitously\".  Sarah the housemaid is ill. ER-2, p. 69","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explains departure of the Marks family; still without a secretary.  Mr. Capron has sent new and rare seeds - for \"experimental use.\"  Re $7000 \"claim\" passed  by U.S. Congress. ER-2, p. 71","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hopes for a visit from General and Mrs. Halsted.  Reminds her Mr. Herbert owned at least half of things in Mansion. ER-2, p. 73","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Urges General and Mrs. Halsted to visit Mount Vernon.  Acknowledges vegetable seeds.  Will rebuild one of the \"burned\" greenhouses, secure grape vines.  Visitors back to old ratio.  Potato crop failure for 2 years - welcome new kind sent. ER-2, p. 75","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Assumes Mrs. Halsted, like herself, will attempt anything for Mount Vernon.  General Michler favors thorough investigation of all repairs needed.  Will build Greenhouse as they have so much brick to be size of Washington's that burned.  Will cultivate fruits and flowers for sale.  Miss Finney will stay with her and act as secretary until she finds a new permanent one. ER-2. p. 77","A.L.S. L.J. Prime of the New York Observer Office declares he wishes Mount Vernon to be preserved, but while Miss Cunningham's zeal and energy were successful in raising funds, she lacks practical business ability to carry on restoration and upkeep.  Pays high tribute to women who have worked in the cause. ER-8, p. 91","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Minutes finished by Miss Finney.  Nathan reports 2 Mount Vernon visitors corresponding with Mr. Taylor, Alexandria, re building site adjacent to Mount Vernon.  Regent plans to purchase this property immediately.  50 visitors today.  Worried over A.T. Stuart's merchandise bill. ER-2, p. 79","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Securing glass cases for a room to be a permanent museum.  Estimate to be secured for painting Banquet Room. Discusses heating Greenhouse by hot water and \"not smoke\".  New secretary is \"affectionate, gentle\" but \"too timid.\" ER-2, p. 81","A.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Cost of painting Banquet Room $105. Washington property next to Mount Vernon is to be sold. ER-2, p. 83","A.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Regarding Mrs. Tiffey's qualifications for a secretary.  Necessary to buy a plough.  Anticipates corresponding with Smithsonian Institution. ER-2, p. 85","A.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Regarding Regent's nephew attending Princeton.  Mr. Craig understands rain gauge.  Enclosed measurements of Mansion from old papers which refer to some rooms by name.  57 visitors yesterday. ER-2, p. 87","A.L.S. Formal application letter to Miss Cunningham to become secretary.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Evergreens turned over to Superintendent of Lafayette Park. Saw in the paper that Congress made appropriation and architect to be sent out to Mount Vernon to decide on repairs--advises her to leave Mount Vernon before sickly season starts. ER-5, p. 281","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Approves of buying land adjacent to Mount Vernon.  Will advise with Regent and Mr. Herbert, and plan for purchase if Court decree renders purchase necessary. ER-8, p. 93","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. In reply to application for position as secretary.  Offers $400 per year, board and immediate employment.  Gives directions for taking Steamer Arrow, free passage; her cousin, Miss Finney, will remain for some time.  Notes on the page written by Vice Regent Susan Hudson of the Record Committee. ER-4, p. 35","A.L.S. Washington. Quotes letter of Mr. Forney to \"Register of the Treasury,\" recommending Miss Susan Finney as clerk. ER-5, p. 10","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regrets that Mrs. Halsted's father's illness prevents their conference on Mount Vernon problems.  Regent is daily expecting a competent secretary. ER-11, p. 201","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding land adjoining Mount Vernon, Court orders sold.  Freight charged on mattress, bedstead, parlor desk.  Prof. Henry gives water gauge, buys thermometer.  Vice Regent of New York says collections will resume after $7000 claim is spent.  Repairs - plastering on 2nd floor, Greenhouse walls leveled, gardener's house.  Two bedrooms, 2nd floor plastered, 3rd floor replastered (beams sound), colonnade tinned.  Mr. Forney reduces supply costs.  Banquet Hall cost about $105.  One \"Great Room\" mirror broken in removal, other misplaced. ER-2, p. 91","A.L.S. Hillside, near Newark. Benjamin Pike, optician, will send him a thermometer to go with rain gauge he is giving Mount Vernon. Gardener Craig will send Prof. Henry rainfall reports.  Regent will also send him a pass to Mount Vernon on steamer \"Arrow\".  General Michler has workman repairing Mansion.  Regent wishes to make West Parlour a Museum.  Would be pleased to have Patent Office's relics at Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 95","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Package of paper received. Donor's name missing.  Government workmen making repairs in Mansion, plastering.  Mrs. Tiffey has arrived. ER-2, p. 93","May 2 - Day passed quietly, read most of time.  May 4 - Number of visitors, one was present at visit of Putnam Guards in 1860, poem by Mrs. Sigourney read. ER-16, p. 148","A.L.S. Recieved tickets to Mount Vernon and will go to confer with Regent re Washington relics.  Change in commissioner of patents recently occurred.  Advises keeping question out of newspapers and Congress. ER-8, p. 97","Copy. Hillside, near Newark. Regarding glass cases no longer in use in Patent Office which may be transported to Mount Vernon on steamer \"Arrow\" without cost.  The Regent wants a museum at Mount Vernon of \"Souvenirs of Washington and Revolutionary worthies.\" ER-8, p. 99","Copy. Hillside, near Newark. Hopes the prof. and his wife will visit Mount Vernon soon, and that the Regent herself will make arrangements for Washington relics.  Thinks disagreeable part of Mansion repairs about ended. ER-8, p. 101","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Complimentary ticket sent to Professor Joseph Henry.  Mrs. Berghmann's report on Hiram Power's statue of E. Everett designed for MVLA.  Cost of painting Banquet Hall.  Slow returns on New Jersey Appeal.  Information on sale on Washington property adjoining Mount Vernon.  Mansion repair costs prevent painting. ER-2, p. 95","A.L.S. Washington. May have six or eight large sashes for Mount Vernon if General Michler will arrange for transportation. ER-8, p. 103","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Asks for 8 window sashes to be sent to Mount Vernon from the Patent Office per his approval. ER-8, p. 105","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Wrote to the Regent and General Michler at once re large sashes at Patent Office to be transported on the steamer \"Arrow\" to Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 107","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Professor Henry's advice on \"souvenirs.\" President visits Mount Vernon.  Training new secretary, Mrs. Tiffey.  Worried over return trip to South Carolina.  Gardener Craig has gotten married.  Asks for Association's bills.  Wallpaper described, 2nd floor room examined, several layers; Blue and Yellow Rooms, River Room and Lafayette Room.  Gifts of bedroom paper, mower.  Freight still charged to the Association. Bad weather reduces visitors. ER-2, p. 97","Copy. Corrects statement re furnishing a room for each original state.  Lafayette Room assigned to New Jersey - still needs much in furnishing - any article of antiquity in good order. Furniture and ornaments are gratefully received.  Repairs completed, restoration goes on.  Endowment needed.  Appeals sent out in New Jersey. ER-8, p. 108","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding garden and farm implements and Mansion repairs; General Michler's advice re heating asked; greenhouse walls.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Freight must be marked \"free\"in New York.  Mrs. Comegys strongly advises bidding in land for sale on the 10th.  By chance Regent learns through Alexandria advertisement, it is to be sold on the 10th. ER-2, p. 99","Copy. Second floor of Mansion under repair, only one room can be used. Plastering, papering, and painting \"are to be done.\"","Copy. Mr. R.B. Washington desires him to say that he will sell the 33 acres of land to the MVLA for $15,000, and he will do all in his power to have sale confirmed by Court, which deprives W.A. Taylor of control if private sale is held.  Any nuisance resulting should be referred to Virginia legislature, for an amendment to Charter. ER-8, p. 109","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler's advice re furnace and sashes; Buckeye Mower a success; Mr. Sykes, also Grace Greenwood and party call.  Discusses the land for sale and Mr. Washington's offer. Asks General Halsted to join Mr. Cooke at sale.  Miss Finney, Mrs. Tiffey's cousin, left today. ER-2, p. 101","Copy with transcript. Regarding the Rittenhouse land surveyor's compass owned by Washington which he wishes to sell.  Its value is now historic, not commercial.  Neither Patent Office nor Smithsonian has funds for such a purpose.  Doubts if it will bring $100.  The tripod is at Mount Vernon and compass belongs there. ER-8, p. 115","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent leaves Mount Vernon and Miss Arnold is at Mansion with the secretary. ER-16, p. 152","Copy. Miss Cunningham is on her way South to South Carolina.  Not anxious to remain alone at Mount Vernon with Miss Arnold.  Hopes someone will come soon.  Sale of flowers to visitors. ER-15, p. 154","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent left Mount Vernon on May 26, completely broken down, having set Mount Vernon accounts in order, \"fitting up her wardrobe\", worried about her private affairs, and approaching land sale near Mount Vernon.  Paper not yet arrived for walls.  Spiral staircase to cupola finished, greenhouse brick work nearly done; garden is \"handsome\", shrubs trimmed, annuals will soon blossom.  Sashes for Banquet Hall arrived.  General Michler at Mount Vernon today.  Tribune correspondent visits Mount Vernon.  English grass is driven out by coarse native grass. ER-15, p. 153","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Regarding the death of her husband--sympathises with her difficulties, especially with \"our Louisiana friend\"--news of her family's fortunes since the war--struggle to educate children. ER-14, p. 87","A.L.S. Greensboro. Mrs. Walker expected.  Mr. Comegys advises securing the 33 acres. Writes of problem to Vice Regents.  Terms of payments.  Mr. Cooke to purchase in his name with limit of $100 an acre  but announces to the public that the Association will not bid against speculators. ER-2, p. 103","Copy. Page labeled \"3.\" possibly third page in the letter, to a friend expressing her joy at being secretary of the MVLA.  Finds the \"job and atmosphere in every way congenial.\" ER-16, p. 155","A.L.S. Itemized list of money earned during sales in June and accompanying note. ER-16, p. 151","A.L.S. with partial transcript. Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon  affairs running smoothly.  Nathan keeps house in good order.  May sales above average.  Read the Regent's directions to gardener Craig. Delay in farm work because of hauling for others.  Plasterers will finish Mansion soon, have finished Craig's house and he moved in.  Rains stop the planting of potatoes.  Suggests extra laborer for planting and one for cleaning out vistas.  Trouble raising chickens.  Expects her daughter tomorrow.  Forwards Mrs. Sweat's letter.  Plasterer suggests tinning Library closets, will do best he can with large closet.  General Sherman and party from Navy at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 156","A.L. End of letter missing.  Mount Vernon. \"Elegant paper with gilt and green figures\" border and ceiling papers arrived.  Plasterers putting on last coats on the second floor.  Mr. Fornsby expected, wants to paint Mansion, one coat at least General  Sherman and party at Mount Vernon.  Plasterers start painting in Banqueting Hall tomorrow. ER-16, p. 159","A.L.S. Expects her youngest daughter tomorrow.  Sarah suffers a good deal.  Milk sold well.  Bill received for curtains. ER-16, p. 160","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses letter from E.A. McIntire of the office of the Secretary of War regarding a pary of Masons who would like to visit Mount Vernon. Mrs. Tiffey refers them to Mr. Sykes.  Wallpaper for one room arrived--elegant paper, deep buff with gilt and green figures, sent by Christie and Constance.  Mrs. Halsted says paper for New Jersey room will be sent and Turkey Red for curtains.  Ceiling paper received in white, border matches side walls.  Also received Mrs. Halsted's message to General Michler.  Mahogany cases from President's House to be sent here.  Plasterers have \"pointed\" Banquet Hall. ER-16, p. 161","Copy. Asks him to carry Mount Vernon goods free of charge from New York to Alexandria.  Lawshee Express Co. carries all goods free and will deliver New Jersey goods to your steamers. ER-8, p. 111","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Gardener Craig and wife \"settled\"now.  Crops look well, grass to be cut, West Ford helps Nathan cleaning garret; plasterer did not return to finish work.  Repeats a visitor's comment that Mount Vernon has not been kept in better repair.  Frank leaves, Sarah doing well; Daddy Jim sick several days. Mentions General Sherman's visit. ER-16, p. 163","A.L.S. Gardener Craig returns from sale, brings word from Mr. Sykes, bid on adjoining lots was $65 per acre. Mr. Taylor says no bid accepted under $200 per acre, 2 lots not sold.  Gibbs farm sold for $45 including buildings.  Land at south of Mount Vernon bought by Mr. Mowlin.  Fishery gave highest bid.  Private party offers $200 for 2 lots.  Sold strawberries, peas ripe.  Plasterers, bricklayers and carpenters at Mount Vernon next week. ER-16, p. 164","A.L.S. Re bill for Christie and Constance wall-paper and \"Turkey Red\" curtains from Paton and Co.  Wallpaper samples for Graves \u0026 Co. Captain Stackpole will see to it.  Asks if Janeway's wall-paper and bedstead are gifts. Discusses General Michler and bills for paint, oil, and glass.  General Michler sent Mount Vernon six large mahogany cases from President's House.  Hall will not be painted.  Thinks General Michler hopes to get more money for repairs. ER-16, p. 167","Copy press letter adhered to paper. Praises Miss Cunningham for her continuing efforts on behalf of the MVLA.  Much is illegible.","A.L.S. Captain Stackpole attended to packages. Mr. Fornsby's order for paints and reply as to who would pay bills.  Reports on beds and mattresses.  Sends measurements for parlor and Lafayette windows and door.  No frames for mosquito wire but Mrs. Fornsby will have them made. ER-16, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Attends faithfully to Mrs. Halsted's letters.  Wallpaper for hall and stairway, another pattern for lower hall and white ceiling received from Janeway, New York. Mrs. Halsted has high post bedstead for Washington's room, plaster in closet not finished.  \"The Buckey\" mower is in operation and planting finished; Frank has left, vistas opened. Mules work the mower (destroying snakes, frogs and chicken).  Mr. Sykes reports $55 per acre was the highest bid on land, fishing sold for $65.  Strawberry, cherries, and dairy sales reported.  Cost and methods of keeping ice at Mount Vernon given.  Boat ticket sales, May $532. ER-16, p. 170","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Kept amount of paper received from Janeway, light blue paper from Graves and Co. for New Jersey not received. Hall is wainscotted.  General Michler has sent 6 large mahogany cases.  Banquet Hall looks like a lumber room.  Regent mourns sale of Washington land.  Two lots Miss Cunningham wanted were not sold.  Christy and Constance paper a gift. ER-16, p. 171","Copy. Linganore, Frederick County, Maryland. Gives history of Washington's land compass which he bought as relic and placed on exhibition at Patent Office. Now asks Association to purchase it and to state what they will pay for it.  Book accompanies it by George Washington Parke Custis gives history of compass. ER-8, p. 115","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mahogany cases to be reported \"from Patent Office.\"  Woodwork for greenhouse made in Washington ER-16, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Woodwork for greenhouse came from Washington. Mr. Follansbee is here with new set of carpenters and plasterers.  Mrs. Halsted sent wallpaper, oilcloth for Banquet Hall as promised, wire window screens, mirrors for parlor, a Mayflower chair in which Washington sat, suit of clothes, Scotch crash for Dining Room.  Craig sold calf for $10. Wants to sell the cow also. Hired Tom Mitchell at $1 per day.  Lawn hay cured. Mrs. Tiffey's daughter helps with bouquets.  Lucy is feeble.  Suggestions for Lafayette Room paper and ceiling.  Dark East Parlor paper soiled.  Men with greenhouse pipe here. ER-16, p. 175","A.L.S. Washington. On company letterhead. Says that if he is notified of contributions for refurnishing Mansion, with description, measurements, etc.  he will decide each case separately with idea of aiding Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Building greenhouse.  Mr. Follansbee suggests sashes on each side window.  Six mahogany cases from Patent Office, placed in Banquet Hall.  Reports visitors interest in Mount Vernon.  Mr. Curriden of Pennsylvania asked if $30,000 would put estate in order, said Association ought to have endowment, had keen interest in 33 acres adjoining the estate which the Regent wishes to add to Mount Vernon.  Orphans visited.  Sales of photographs good, flowers less, magnolias sold for 50 cents.  Mr. and Mrs. Phelps of Baltimore called. ER-16, p. 177","Copies of three letters: Mrs. Tiffey to Anthony Kimmel, June 24, 1869; Anthony Kimmel to Mrs. Tiffey, June 19, 1869; Mrs. Tiffey to Nancy Halsted, July 16, 1869. In regards to relics being purchased by the MVLA, specifically the compass offered to them. Letter to Mrs. Halsted concerning freight costs. ER-8, p. 115","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. [Page has been trimmed] Mowing machine satisfactory.  General Michler's work on greenhouse. Condition of crops. ER-6, p. 1","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Most cheerfully complies with his request to furnish description of items. Massive bedstead from Mrs. Cooper of New Jersey, 2 packages wallpaper; six old style chairs, (Mayflower chairs included) box with Washington's suit of clothes and articles for home and farm. ER-8, p. 119","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Declines to contribute to Mount Vernon because the U.S. government recently appropriated $7000 for that institution. ER-8, p. 121","A.L.S Mount Vernon. Update on furnishings and repairs in the Mansion. ER-16, p. 179","A.L. Incomplete letter, perhaps a continuation of another letter. Mentions the harpsichord being moved to the parlor. Discusses General Sherman's visit and comments overheard. Mr. Craig has \"opened the front vista\" to everyone's excitement. W-16","Copy. Newark. He is under wrong impression regarding $7000 appropriated by Congress. Explains that General Michler is in charge of repairs from U.S. \"claim appropriation\" and only replaced plaster and timbers in Mansion.  All else done by private subscriptions with examples cited. Hopes he will reconsider donating oil cloth for use in Banquet Hall. ER-8, p. 121","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letter in two pieces. Wants Hall wallpapered, enough also for cupola entrance.  Sends Bell $30 for photographs.  Ice water necessary.  Reports briefly on sales, visitors, servants.  Two boats run 3 times per week.  Needs to clean from cupola to cellar after plasterers.  Nathan is patient, Craig does well. ER-16, p. 178","A.L.S. Rosemont. Delayed courts in South Carolina make it uncertain when Miss Cunningham's case will be called.  Hopes Miss Tiffey (now at Mount Vernon on trial basis) will prove a good manager.  Fears over purchase of 33 1/2 acres tract.  Acknowledges donations Mrs. Halsted has secured for Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 105","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Blue paper has not arrived. West Parlor is wainscotted, East Parlor painted like the Association's  Parlor, but ceiling is ugly and soiled. Suggests Christy \u0026 Constance paper for library, no questions about Hall paper.  General Michler expected soon, urges large room be painted at once.  Visitors wonder why things have not been finished.  Walls in Washington's bedroom are very white.  Quotes Regent's letter re papering without Council's authority, Mrs. Halsted's suggestion to have old styles manufactured from her samples.  Questions leaving walls white rather than using modern wallpaper. Might be plain colors as Washington refers to yellow, also blue rooms.  Wants a bed Washington has slept in for his bedroom.  Suggests ways of acquiring bed on which he died, and asking Generla Lee for it.  Regent anxious about acquiring adjacent land. ER-16, p. 180","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Made currant jelly.  Two hundred twenty-six boat tickets sold.  Sales for mills and flowers fair.  Reports inquiries of Mount Vernon visitors.  Freemen have been to vote.  Tim, Nathan, and Sarah ailing. ER-16, p. 179","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Understands he has a room in his house which remains as when occupied by Washington.  Explains MVLA's efforts to refurnish Mansion in period of George Washington and if possible with furniture he had used. ER-8, p. 125","Has located furniture dated to Washington's time. ER-8, p. 151","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Halsted misunderstood his proposition, which is to fill orders for repair of Mount Vernon invoicing them at current rates and to return to you all over cost of goods. ER-8, p. 123","A.L.S. Rosemont. Great Room oil cloth received.  Freight was free.  Gifts of mirrors with ancient pattern and much paper.  Government repairs going slowly.  Wants Mansion in shape for Lord and Lady Adare.  Considers \"mosquito-screens.\"  Funds insufficient for Mansion repairs, building greenhouse and colonnades.  Portico roof must wait.  Boat receipts 1/2 last year due to weather.  Commends \"Halsted corn.\" ER-2, p. 107","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Three pounds of fertilizer donated no charge.  Thanked Mrs. Taylor, also Dewey \u0026 Son for gifts.  Regent postpones wallpapering until her return to Mount Vernon. Describes present condition of walls, declares Banquet Hall and East Parlor must be painted.  Suggests most desirable immediate improvements for walls.  Washington's bedchamber clean, but  needs curtains.  Striped paper for entrance not arrived yet.  Suggests panel paper and paint for library.  Cellar and colonnade not touched.  Government plans for greenhouse first and Mansion second.  Copies and sends Kimmel correspondence. ER-16, p. 181","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. This is her 13th letter to Regent, comments on irregularity of mails.  Farm affairs going well.  General Michler has not come re Mansion repairs, papering and painting.  Walls of Banquet Hall and East Parlor are mended.  New greenhouse going well.  Suit of clothes not arrived.  Mr. Herbert called, opposes spoiling beauty of Banquet Hall with exhibition cases.  Working on the well - water problem was acute.  Reports on preparations for winter, sale of bouquets, fewer visitors, entertainment of Lord Adare.  Mr. Herbert thinks Mr. Gibbs will be a good neighbor.  Dr. Howland purchased land below wharf and Georgetown purchaser took fishery, lots Regents wants not sold.  Gardener Craig's wife is pleasant and nice to have at the estate. Mrs. Halsted sent china pitcher, bedroom crockery.  Two mirrors owned by Van Rensselaer family expected, large one presented by Mrs. James A. Roosevelt, smaller one by Noel Laurel and Antoine of Belgium plate glass work. ER-16, p. 178","A.L.S. Alexandria. Replies to Miss Cunningham's inquiry re party who offered $200 per acre for 33 acres of Mount Vernon estate that he had no such offer nor had he heard from Mr. Washington since tract was withdrawn from public sale.  Thinks Mr. Washington may be negotiating and also that, in his opinion, the Association may purchase at that price, but not less. ER-4, p. 119","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expecting Regent soon.  Few visitors and intense heat.  Wrote Mr. Taylor confidentially. He has heard nothing from Mr. Washington since sale, 33 acres withdrawn from public sale. Thinks he is negotiating privately.  General Michler has not been here for 3 weeks. Carpenters putting up cases, 2 in each corner for relics. One might be put in West Parlor.  Craig wants to buy cow and calf for $75.  Nathan is feeling better. ER-16, p. 182","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wallpaper arrived, 24 rolls for $16 - broad stripe, dark green and buff.  General Michler promises to paint Banquet Hall, can't go beyond $7000.  Sashes are too large. Mahogany cases in Banquet Room.  One coat of paint for that room, East Parlor, Hall and doors. Suggests varnish.  If funds are left from greenhouse, there is more to be done.  No work on colonnades and cellar yet.  No date set for Regent's return.  Hopes to have free freight for Mount Vernon. Mr. Sykes is seriously ill. ER-16, p. 185","Copy. Hillside near Newark.Called to see about getting a carved gilt eagle suitable for top of antique mirror.  Told to furnish description of mirror and measurements which she encloses. Asks if it could be donated.  See also letter, August 6, 1869. ER-8, p. 127","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler declares \"large drawing room, East Parlor and Lafayette Room\" shall be painted. Will bring White House painters in 2 weeks, and some papering to be done.  One man needed to constantly trim and clean around fences and corners.  Dickey and Co. glass is here, now painting sashes for greenhouse.  Papering is awaiting Regent's return.  Entrance to Washington's bedroom not plastered, hoped to have it papered.  Lafayette Room not white. ER-16, p. 183","A.L.S. New York. She was mistaken that they offered the carved eagle for free. It will cost between $15 and $20 but they would be happy to begin work on it. ER-8, p. 129","A.L.S. Rosemont. Commends Mrs. Halsted's activities.  Reports collections from Mrs. Chace, Miss Harper, prospects from Mrs. Henry.  Funds sufficient to buy hose and coupling and to plant Mr. Corcoran's gift of trees.  Personal finances delayed Regent's return to Mount Vernon.  Declares she will never exceed the authority the Constitution gives her. ER-2, p. 109","A.L.S. Hillside near Newark. She understood the eagle was to be given for antique mirror. The frame is 150 years old and was given by Mrs. Van Rennsalaer, plate glass given by J.A. Roosevelt.  Restoration is being done by means of gifts only.ER-8, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent returns to Mount Vernon today.  Painting of rooms progresses slowly.  House will soon be ready for Mrs. Halsted's relics and valuable gifts.  Refers to Mrs. Halsted's account of Washington's furnished room. ER-2, p. 111","A.L.S. New York. On her way home after 7 months in Europe. Inquires after Mount Vernon affairs.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler ordered two parlors and large drawing room painted - no funds for more.  Itemized estimate given for other painting is $70, Association is furnishing paint.  Mr. Halsted recommends finishing greenhouse first. ER-2, p. 113","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lafayette Room finished first, expects seven chairs and other treasures.  Inquired on wall decorations from Mrs. Mason and Mrs. Lewis.  Banquet Room was  papered by George Washington. Parlor was blue. Washington's bedroom not known. Discusses Association's plans, asks for sample panel paper.  Will use Mrs. Halsted's funds for Lafayette Room.  Mrs. Ritchie's pin cushion made from Martha Washington's parlor curtains. Mr.  Herbert says the Association's parlor and west parlor are original brown-slate color. ER-2, p. 115","A.L.S. Letterhead, Office of the Mount Vernon Steamer \"Arrow,\" Willard Hotel. Washington, D.C. Sends her $559. 90 given by Charles C. Jones and her account book. ER-4, p. 118","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. General Michler underestimates repair costs planned from claim fund. Only 3 rooms on 1st floor painted. Greenhouse plans out, wants Association funds for building colonnade.  Annual boat receipts increased.  Describes color of walls in various rooms.  Will decorate according to Washington's plan when possible, no certainty of colors.  Everett and Washington statues for Banquet Hall.  The Washington Republican's unfavorable article. Mrs. Morse's influence, visits Mount Vernon in Regent's absence. Describes Frederick Douglass visit to the estate. ER-2, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports considerable sickness at Mount Vernon.  Drought is alarming.  Carriage repaired but not worth painting.  Difficulties in restoration of colonnades.  West Parlor painted its old shade.  Gardener Craig needs his salary.  Colonnade standing is not same as original which was like the outside of large window--should be fluted.  Forwards wallpaper sample from Mrs. Halsted, thinks library ceiling paper suitable.  Eagle to replace the one stolen and purchased for $6.  Assures Regent Tiffey children will be no burden to the Association. ER-16, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent learns General Michler has used up money, his estimates very inadequate.  Asks Mrs. Halsted for funds to finish Mansion painting.  Mr. Sykes sends Regent clipping of an unwarranted attack on Mount Vernon, perhaps instigated by Mrs. Morse. ER-16, p. 186","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. Approves sample of paper. Comments on work of Mrs. Halsted. Wishes they could have met Mr. Peabody at the \"Springs.\" ER-2, p. 119","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Called on Mrs. Maynadier and Mrs. Kennon.  As a child, Mrs. Kennon's mother used to take her to see her \"Aunt Lewis\" and to Mount Vernon, but there was no \"intimacy in families.\" Her mother, born in blue room looking to river, said everything so changed at Mount Vernon.  Showed us mirror that had hung in East Parlor and some pieces of china.  Painted ceiling and woodwork in Association's Parlor.  Begs Regent to send color for large room and east Parlor as work is badly delayed.  Mrs. Halsted has shipped 2 mirrors, 1 bedstead, 6 chairs, bedroom crockery, an elegant pitcher (gifts, value $200).  \"Daddy Jim\" says he came to Mount Vernon 6 months after Mrs. Washington's death, large room was yellow and always had been.  Quotes Mrs. Halsted's letter on colors she prefers. ER-16, p. 184","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Still awaits decision on color for New Room and East Parlor.  Woodwork and ceiling of Association's parlor finished, will paint side walls.  Wire cloth bill of lading arrived.  Tries to get papering done. ER-16, p. 187","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mirrors, chairs, other furnishings came by boat.  Painting finished except New Room and East Parlor which awaits Regent's decision for color. ER-16, p. 188","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Furniture (gifts) arrived, no \"coil of wire\" to hang mirrors.  Painter gone, leaving New Room and East Parlor until Regent decides on color.  Lafayette Room painted, ceiling to be papered. Halls to be papered first. Waiting for color decision a great drawback. Scaffolding still in New Room, distressed not to have Mansion in order for visitors. ER-16, p. 189","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. Fire destroys nearby hotel where Regent is staying.  Must decide on colors for parlors.  Vice Regents leave it to Regent. Maine Vice Regent suggests using original colors. ER-2, p. 121","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Painter will return when Regent sends decision on color for New Room and East Parlor.  Painted room to have new paper, free of charge.  Hopes money and letters were not burned in Atlantic Hotel fire.  Notes of thanks for furniture Mrs. Halsted procured.  Her daughter is here for a few days.  Fox attacked their poultry. ER-16, p. 190","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. New York, Alexandria, Washington, and Georgetown, Steamship Company. Wallpaper and bedstead will be transported free of charge. ER-8, p. 135","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Puzzled that Regent does not write.  Mr. Nalley came down to see about painting, can have no more paint through Mr. Follansbee.  Captain Stackpole engages paper-hangers for Mount Vernon.  Mr. Nalley estimates painting on exterior of Mansion will be $150.  Anxious to finish interior painting as mixed paint is drying up and he cannot be paid wages until work is completed, so he asked Regent to decide on color.  West Parlor is beautiful.  Asks instructions for placing cases and chairs.  Craig still digging at greenhouse, paid bill for tile.  ER-16, p. 191","A.L.S. Cape Island. Painting parlors at Mount Vernon must be deferred; mirrors and red material for curtains most welcome.  Suggests paper blinds will keep cold out better than cloth.  Anticipates Lord and Lady Adare's visit. ER-2, p. 123","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Gift of library wallpaper received. Waiting for decision on color of paint. Visitors see Mansion in confusion. Painters need pay which cannot be given until work is completed.  Greenhouse work stopped, ready for heating plant. Asks if Washington chair had straight legs like two Van Rensalaer chairs, refers to \"odd\" chair, asks for donor's name. ER-16, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letter from Regent to Craig.  Tiffey has sent Regent six letters, forwarded mail, asked for instructions re painting Mansion and received no word from Regent in two weeks.  Again asks for decision re Mr. Nalley's urgent desire on the completion of painting. ER-16, p. 192","A.L.S. Cape Island. Lists paint colors suggested by Vice Regents replying to inquiry.  Discusses painting according to modern ideas of beauty or keeping to colors of period perhaps not so attractive.  Original used if they are certain of color.  East Parlor bedroom  and ceiling of \"our parlor\" were blue.  Great Room had green cornice,  oilcloth worn out. ER-2, p. 125","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports that repairs to the colonnades and painting have not started because the interior painting \"in status quo.\"  She reviews the painter's urgent requests for a color decision and reasons given to him for delay.  Mr. Craig's letter leaves her without instructions.  The droughts in the area are severe.  Mrs. Halsted asks Regent's advice regarding the \"good fashion\" of using gas pipe around walls for hanging pictures, and of obtaining portraits of all Presidents and other important national pictures.  Mr. Follansbee declares he must finish his paint work and will use old colors unless instructions come before Thursday. ER-16, p. 193","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives Regent's letters from  the 13th, 18th,  and 19th today.  Regrets her attempts to shield Regent annoyed her.  Sends sales for August, photographs, flowers, canes, milk, fruit, butter, also entrance fees, $134.71.  Bills paid include labor bill, $121.25, Sarah's bill $12.25. Sends Regent all on hand, $60.50.  Captain Stackpole will make up deficiency, bring it to $80.  Plasterers here. ER-16, p. 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lower Hall ceiling finished, white watered paper. Need same for upper hall, ceiling on stairways and in entrance to Washington's bedroom. Lists paper needed. Best paper is for library so walls need scraping and extra preparation.  Tries to thank Mrs. Taylor for parlor desk.  She is not sure which chair is Washington's and which from James Van Renssalaer.  Re cornices - Regent's room has oval projection over window, East Parlor has round wood \"bar\" across two windows with eagle in center as in Washington's time. Same type is in Association parlor. ER-16, p. 200","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. She received Miss Cunningham's letters from the 13th, 18th, and 19th, all postmarked 20th.  She is hurt that Miss Cunningham worried she was being neglectful of her duties and promises she is innocent and thought she was doing the right thing by not bothering Miss Cunningham with every detail, which would make her anxious.    Discusses wages and contract for the painter and delays in papering rooms. Men fed and lodged at Mount Vernon.  The walls should be scraped and more wallpaper is needed. There are delays with work on the greenhouse.  Mr. Fisher begs to start work on the colonnade. Updates on other Mansion interior work and gifts including: 2 mirrors with eagles, wire hangings, high post bed, mosquito wire cloth, chairs, oil cloths promised.  She canned peaches and tomatos, and dried apples. Mr. Craig made cider.  Reports the boat receipts. ER-16, p. 197","Copy. Acknowledgement of his gift of Washington's suit of clothes.  Asks him to publish list of donations from New Jersey in his newspaper and send her 10 copies of paper with list. ER-8, p. 137","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Tiffey is troubled a check she sent did not reach her. The pipes for the greenhouse are being placed.  She has sent Mrs. Halsted samples of wallpaper needed. The East Parlor is so dark it needs two coats, and the painter charges $100. ER-16, p. 197","A.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. Reports that she went to Washington for paint. The colors had to be mixed and there was no deep shades of pink or ashes of roses.  Mr. Hudson will come to Mount Vernon and help mix colors.  She mentions a blue grey and a blue. ER-16, p. 199","Copy. Mount Vernon has no Bible belonging to it. Leaves it to them for action. ER-8, p. 139","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Updates on repairs and work on the Mansion. General Michler sent men to scrape the walls for the paperers. The library is nearly done. Mr. Craig needs level for laying pipes. She expects a Bible and prayer book, and wants a Webster's Dictionary.  She expects the Regent to arrive tomorrow. She received a stand for the hall and green border paper for the hall and entrance to Washington's room. Says which rooms need paper. Post script dated October 2 mentions that Miss Cunningham had not arrived, but a shipment of wallpaper border had come.  ER-16, p. 201","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent returns.  Ready to make curtains, needs border.  Lafayette Room ready for guests.  Christy and Constance paper is \"exquisite.\"  Large room may be stone color.  East Parlor finished soon, painted and sanded.  Nathan and carpenters are sick.  Heating plant about ready.  Craig planting strawberries. Need wire for mirrors, red thread, linen for pillow cases.  \"Carpet\" prospects pleasing.  \"If Prayer Book sent, must be a Presbyterian Book.\" ER-2, p. 127","Copy. Newark. Since secular and religious press have become unfriendly to Mount Vernon, she thanks steamship company double for its helping hand.  Asks for complete list of freight carried that this gift may be given full recognition in the press.  Will send a bureau 4' x 2', a wash stand 3\" x 18\", carpet and possibly a Mayflower chair. ER-8, p. 141","Copy. Acknowledging receipt of an elegant Bible that will be forwarded to Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 143","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. French grey chosen to go with green cornices.  Varnishes furniture - mahogany cases and harpsichord painted.  East parlor is grey - \"our\" room much improved.  Lafayette Room finished.  Discourages using white curtains. ER-2, p. 129","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent on her knees making a new carpet out of an old one.  Letter concerning color lost.  Does not favor dimity curtains with fringe of Washington period - prefers red.  Mentions engraving of Lafayette. ER-2, p. 131","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent wants \"handsome\" border for red parlor curtains.  Regent finishes carpet. ER-2, p. 133","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. New York, Alexandria, Washington, Georgetown Steamship Company. Articles described will be forwarded free of charge. ER-8, p. 145","Copy. Acknowledges \"$5 each\" for refitting Mansion.  \"One apartment to be devoted to relics…connected with Washington or Lafayette\"…may be sent to herself or to Regent at Mount Vernon or to Mr. Sykes, Willard's Hotel, Washington. ER-8, p. 149","Copy. Acknowledges receipt of $500 gift which will be used in re-fitting Mansion. ER-8, p. 147","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Shipment of goods received - carpet,  curtains, pictures, rugs.  Great amount for the Regent to do. ER-2, p. 135","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Halsted's activities will stimulate other Vice Regents.  The Banquet Hall is fixed and the Hall floor mended.  Carpet has been laid in the Lafayette room and there are 13 stars on the window cornices.  Discusses curtains, framed embroideries, high poster bed, whitish cottage furniture, bureau, stand, and chairs. Some letters have been lost.  She lacks funds for a furnace and may buy a stove. They will have publicity for the Washington papers when New Jersey and New York complete their gifts. ER-2, p. 137","A.L.S. Two letters re requested items to be packed and shipped to Mount Vernon. Local Masonic Lodge donation to be collected. ER-8, p. 151","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Will be unable to attend next meeting. Mrs. Comegys to have her proxy. She will give something personally to Mount Vernon if she cannot collect more.","A.L.S. San Francisco. Appoints Mrs. Halsted her proxy at coming Council. ER-8, p. 150","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The last box arrived and all items safe.  Massive cornices hard to place. Mrs. Mason called and described details of the Mansion to Miss Cunningham. The Marquise de Chambrun (granddaughter of Lafayette) was the first to see the Lafayette engraving. ER-2, p. 139","A.L.S. Will send the cross. Ten dollars sent but Masonic lodge donation not yet paid. ER-8, p. 151","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received the black-walnut bureau and Wilton carpet.  Describes one room ready for use.  Council delayed until later. ER-2, p. 141","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The bureau proves satisfactory.  The old-fashioned window cornices are in the east and west parlors.  Everyone is pleased with the Lafayette Room, the carpet, engraving, and embroidery.  General Michler may aid in repairs to the colonnade and furnace. ER-2, p. 143","A.L.S. Washington. She is ill and may not be able to go to Mount Vernon for a few days. Did Mr. Craig leave as planned? Send $2.50 worth of flowers twice a week by boat.","A.L.S. Accounts ready for Council. General Michler calls and advises waiting for Congressional action on funds.  He has advanced $400 on work. ER-2, p. 145","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The oil cloth arrived at the wharf.  Boat was grounded for 2 days.  The cornices are to be decided on later. ER-2, p. 147","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Will be at Mount Vernon to spend one night. She and a friend will stay together in the Lafayette Room if the bed is large enough.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. They could not get anyone to work on the house during Thanksgiving. The latest box arrived safely with contents. The Chief Justices came for a visit and Miss Cunningham showed them the \"suit of clothes.\"  ER-2, p. 149","Typed transcript copy. (Library of Congress original) Offers the magnolia tree grown from seed planted by Washington for his Oak Hill, and cutting from willows grown at Bonaparte's grave. ER-2, p. 150","A.L. end of letter missing. Mount Vernon. The Regent went to Washington and started for home alone.  The oil cloth was placed in the Banquet Hall. She and Nathan will arrange for the oil cloth upstairs. Discusses furnishings and sends Banquet Hall window measurements. Says the Regent wishes things \"historical.\"  Follansbee will send a Washington reporter and will give him a list of donations and what repairs the Association made with their funds raised. ER-16, p. 204","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received Regent's letter from Richmond.  Will do her best to entertain Mrs. Mitchell if she arrives. Wrote to Miss Ross and Miss Morse.  Mr. Follansbee and a reporter at Mount Vernon and she refuses permission to be named in article.  Mr. Follansbee wants public to know Association had to use its own funds on part of repairs. ER-16, p. 205","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Regrets Regent has left without her. Her husband is ill, but plans to be at Mount Vernon on Saturday.","A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of bills of MVLA for repairs at Mount Vernon.  General Michler will, when Congress reconvenes, attempt to get Congress to reimburse MVLA for such repairs. ER-4, p. 110","A.L.S. Captain Stackpole could not find Regent's lost spectacles.  Mrs. Mitchell will bring friend to Mount Vernon on Saturday and remain until Monday.  She and her family go to church Sunday in ambulance.  Went to Colross afterwards and saw Mrs. Mason.  Her daugher, Mrs. Dandridge, returns home.  Miss Louisa Washington is at Mrs. Lloyd's. ER-16, p. 207","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received the black walnut washstand-well with bureau and bedstead,  four cane seat walnut chairs; four plain gilt cornices for curtains.  Boat ticket sales for November total $182.25.  There are few visitors and  little is sold.  Mr. Fisher was here for 8 days, $3 per day. Labor bill is $126.25. Mr. Craig's salary is $50. Mr. Sykes sent $100.  Mrs. Mitchell's visit is delayed.  Mr. Craig has chills and a fever.  She begged the boat captain to secure coal for them. Copies letter from Julia F. Morris who received her letters of thanks for her efforts, but she is pleased to help Mount Vernon. She is not as successful as her cousin, Mary Morris Hamilton, but hopes to have more to send Mrs. Halsted soon. ER-16, p. 209","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Her husband is still ill, she won't arrive at Mount Vernon until Sunday.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. There are few visitors.  Insurance policy expires on the 9th.  Asked Mr. Sykes to pay premium $62.50.  Photograph of Tomb received.  Sends Washington clippings, hopes she approves article on Mount Vernon.  No coal received.  Mrs. Mitchell and friends expected.  No word from Mrs. Yulee or Mrs. Morse.  Curtains are an improvement.  She was alone day and night until 10 p.m. except for servants on duty.  Nathan cleaned garret and halls.  Mr. Fisher is fitting up Upton Herbert's house.  W.B. Kendall of New York gave Wilton carpet $54.50. ER-16, p. 211","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects the oil cloth and cornice soon.  Acknowledges the Wilton carpet gift from W.B. Kendall.  Makes suggestions for minor furnishings.  Measurements of bureau and pillows. Expects Mrs. Mitchell and her friends for a visit.  The reporter's article in Evening Star is inaccurate. Suggests publishing a gift list in the Washington paper. ER-16, p. 212","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Husband's illness detains her. She has met Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Halsted. She hopes to be at Spring meeting.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Anxious to hear from the Regent as it has been weeks since a letter from her was received.  Mrs. Mitchell was expected,  but did not come and they have received no word.  \"Mrs. Judge Merrick\" and friends called with Mrs. Yulee as her guest. The cornice for the Lafayette Room is black walnut with gilt stars.  Mr. Sykes paid the insurance premium in Alexandria.  Mrs. Ritchie's story has been appearing in the newspaper. The Tomb has been cleaned and wreaths placed there on the anniversary of Washington's death.There are few visitors.  She receives the Regent's letter on 14th. ER-16, p. 213","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends addresses of bishops, etc.  Copies part of Mrs. Halsted's letter just received re Peale's Washington Before Yorktown painting in Capitol, which family wishes placed at Mount Vernon. Mrs. Halsted favors plan. H-730","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has sent Regent 6 letters, papers, etc. does not understand why she does not get them.  Had bad storm, wind and snow.  Mr. Craig and Henry Roberts have chills and fever.  Does not understand anxiety about Mount Vernon.  Has arranged to pay December labor bill.  Asks if Regent will go to Mrs. Pickens'. ER-16, p. 215","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Will not be able to stop at Mount Vernon this time as she goes South to finish and furnish her home. Little hope for collecting in Wisconsin. Mr. Corcoran married and she is afraid his young wife will prevent his doing any more for them.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sympathizes with Regent's fear of Legislature. About 3000 negroes around Richmond go South and hope for better labor.  Spent Christmas with Mrs. Castleman, leaving Mr. Craig in charge at Mount Vernon.  Receives bill of lading for oil cloth from Mr. Halsted.  Mrs. Eve is very sick.  There is fog so no visitors today.  Coal came.  Expects 150 boat visitors this month and $35 for photographs. Excessive rain.  Only 2 articles on Mrs. Ritchie came. ER-16, p. 217","A.L.S. Rosemont. She was very ill and her mother is also not well. Is disappointed in Mrs. Tiffey as secretary and probably will not retain her for long.  Writes about problems with her family plantation and conditions in the South. Mentions the Rembrandt Peale painting, Washington Before Yorktown. ER-2, p. 151","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Her husband is ill. She plans to leave New York traveling to Philadelphia, then on to Mount Vernon, but plans could change due to his illness.","Copies. Mount Vernon business and happenings, number of visitors, weather conditions, etc.  ER-4, p. 36-44","A.L.S. Has been reviewing her papers but not found much. Discusses what she knows and remembers regarding the boat contract. Says Mr. Riggs and Miss Tracy were irresponsible with money. Miss Tracy spent it as she pleased.","A.L.S. Colross. October 23. Sorry she hasn't written sooner but family matters prevented it. Describes her memories of the Mansion and relics within. ER-3, p. 304.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. New Year's greetings.  Received Mayflower chair, black walnut table, blanket, more cornices, 3 elegant engravings - a small one of Washington, large full length of Mrs. Washington, the Farewell address, paper containing notice of Washington's death.  Gives returns from sales of photographs, flowers, canes, boat tickets, etc., $231.23.  New calf was born. Decrease in milk production. Asks when Regent returns. ER-16, p. 219","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects the Regent soon. Coldest weather of season, boats icebound, no mail.  Went to Alexandria in \"ambulance.\"  Mr. Comegys and daughters in Washington.  Nathan not well, others sick as well. Have two calves; hens laying.  No visitors. ER-16, p. 220","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Plans to go to Philadelphia on his way to Mount Vernon and spend Saturday at Historical Society rooms, acquiring material for new edition of \"Mount Vernon.\"  Explains that his time and money have been spent on building up his farm, what he has written, increase in sale of his books and magazine articles, lectures to be given.  Hopes to complete Mount Vernon book before Feb. 20.  Refers to a biography to be written. ER-3, p. 293, A-258","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Plans to visit Mount Vernon to make additional notes and sketches for his new, enlarged edition of Home of Washington.  Plans for raising funds for Mount Vernon; favors congressional aid. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Washington. Re publication of his Mount Vernon book, arrangements that may be profitable to MVLA and his publisher alike; suggests it be sold at Mount Vernon for benefit of \"repairing and beautifying\" fund. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Washington. Went to Alexandria by rail and in a rickety carriage to Mount Vernon. Regent not back from S.C.  Spent day with Mrs. Tiffey, dined in Library.  \"Something must be done to make Mount Vernon credible to the nation.\"  Attended General Sherman's reception.  Describes Prince Arthur of England. ER-3, p. 293, A-258","A.L.S. Asks when Ladies to meet again.  Considering a gift of furniture for the Mansion.  Thoughts of giving a Grand Ball in New York City for the MVLA.","Draft copy. Regarding Washington relics deposited at the Smithsonian. Lewis Washington (descendant of Augustine Washington, George Washington's eldest brother), through his neighbor Strider offers for sale the Washington family relics: pictures, plate, books and correspondence, especially complimentary gifts to George Washington.  Mr. Strider also knows where a \"silver camp equipage\" is located.  Also notes January sales of boat tickets, flowers, canes, photographs. ER-16, p. 221","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Dealers in American and Foreign Marble. Concerns reconstruction of Washington's Tomb.  Will need dimensions of Tomb before he can make further plans.","A.L.S. Fairfax. Declines purchasing an original petition of General George Washington to change a road leading through to Mount Vernon. W-370","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Soliciting Wisconsin Masons to rebuild face of Tomb in white marble.  Has had sketches drawn.  Asks Miss Cunningham for Tomb measurements.","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Expects to come to meeting this year. Discusses changes in MVLA Constitution.  Need for new Illinois Vice Regent. She will consult with Mrs. Judd of Chicago.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends copy of letter from John Strider dated Feb. 5, 1870 regarding Washington relics he has offered to sell the Association. List of relics include sword presented by Frederick the Great, pistol presented by Lafayette, surveying instruments, and a book. She quotes newspaper article regarding the relics stating they should not be permitted to go out of the country. ER-1017","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. She is unable to come to Mount Vernon presently.  Approves sketch of the gardens.","A.L. Mount Vernon. Oilcloth for second story hall, clock on stairway.  Mr. Strider agent for Washington relics.  Masons plan marble front to vault.  Asks about New York's $500 contribution.  Regrets Washington relics on market when Association lacks funds. ER-2, p. 153","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Regarding purchase of additional furnishings for Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Consulted General Garfield on best method of asking Congress for an appropriation for Mount Vernon.  Plans to send petition to Congress in March.  Postscript just added to \"Mount Vernon\" book, urges the estate be made attractive and the Mansion made \"an unrivalled museum of momentos of that classic age.\"  Hopes to visit Mount Vernon on March 1st. ER-8, p. 158","Extract copy of previous letter by Benson Lossing in hand of S.W. Tiffey. Also, copy of letter from John Strider re Washington relics.  \"Col. W\" may accept a lower price for his relics, perhaps $10,000.  Asks her to tell Ann Pamela Cunningham that Congress may be induced to give money for the relics. RM-719, ER-4895","Copy. Colross. Urges Mrs. Tiffey not to expose herself to needless fatigue in trips to Alexandria.  Mrs. Mason wishes she had the home conveniences to have cared for the Regent properly that winter.  Mr. Strider called and told of Mr. Lewis's Washington relics which Mrs. Mason thinks the Regent might obtain, but does not want her to deal with an agent.  Mentions prominent women who might be interested in Mount Vernon.  Comments on Mr. Lossing's satisfaction with Mount Vernon and profits he has made on his book, contracting the latter with the Regent's service without monetary recompense. ER-16, p. 218","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Peale's daughter wishes the painting of Washington in the US Capitol to go to Mount Vernon.  Matter of a new Vice Regent in Connecticut.","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Has just returned from several days away and is too overwhelmed with his business to write more than a few lines for now. Tells her not to worry, \"It is always darkest just before daylight.\" ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Meets Benson Lossing, discusses endowment fund.  Went to see Peale's painting of Washington at the Capitol.  Professor Henry will present miniature model of Bastile under glass.  Discusses Washington relics in the Patent Office.  Saw Washington relics belonging to Kennon's widow (Martha Washington's granddaughter). The Vice Regent of Connecticut resigned, prospective appointment.  Colonel Washington's relics for sale - difficulties with agents. Sword also for sale. ER-2, p. 155","A.L. Draft. Thanks him for recommending Miss Ella Hutchins as Vice Regent of Texas. ER-11, p. 154","A.L.S. St. Louis. If the next meeting is in May or June, Mrs. Hunt hopes to attend. If it is in winter, she cannot. She hopes to have support of the Masons throughout Missouri. ER-5, p. 283","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Decides against purchase of the Peale portrait of George Washington.  Still opposes buying certain items for Mount Vernon until their price becomes more reasonable.  Portrait selling for about $13,000.","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Inquires about the date of the next meeting.  Wishes to keep politics out of the MVLA.  Has sent china for Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Appointments of Vice Regents for Massaschusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and Ohio.  Recommends investment of funds in government bonds.  Concurs with furnace plans. ER-2, p. 159","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Counsels against haste in filling Vice Regent vacancies.  Cites Vice Regents for Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Ohio, Texas, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Missouri. Peale's portrait, reverence for Washington. Mrs. Underwood invited to Mount Vernon; Benson Lossing's efforts to raise funds in New York for Portrait and relics.  Discusses at length \"originals\" of Farewell Address.  Plans to counteract harm of Dr. Prince's article. Bostonian who writes for Mount Vernon. ER-2,. p. 165","A.L.S. Belle Vue Cottage, near Augusta, Georgia. Recently talked to Mrs. Eve about Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 43","A.L.S. Smithsonian Institution. Answer to her letter of the 4th.  Had a visit from Miss Cunningham who came to Washington to meet Benson Lossing for interview.  Bill now before Congress to restore Washington relics but does not include all at Patent Office.  Judge Foot favored transferring articles in Washington case to Mount Vernon.  Possibility of other Congressional bills favoring Mount Vernon. W-94","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Not sure she can attend meeting in June, but will vote by proxy if not.  She has sent items to Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Meets Colonel Washington's agent in Washington.  Channel filling up gives trouble. Discusses Peale painting for $13,000. Visitors declare Washington relics should be here.  Mrs. Underwood very cordial.  Colonel Washington will take half price if relics are sold to Association.  Appointments of Vice Regents for Connecticut and New Hampshire discussed. ER-2, p. 161","A.L.S. La Grange, New York. Urges patience, an \"antidote\" in the Observer to Dr. Prince's letter published promptly.  Thinks public will not subscribe for purchase of high price relics Mr. Washington offers.  Refers to Washington's Farewell Address, rough draft and perfected copy owned by Mrs. Lennox of New York to be given to his library (paid $2500).  Thinks authenticity of Frederick's sword would be questioned.  Urges an endowment fund be obtained. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The Tomb walk is being widened which requires great labor. ER-2, p. 167","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Glad Miss Cunningham is pleased with the china.  She is still waiting to hear from Wisconsin Masons.  Feels best to aim for individual rather than more general gifts from people.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses Dr. Prince's writing and antagonism.  Filling Vice Regent vacancies in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.  Arousing Masons interest in Indiana and other states.  Colonel Washington's letter describes his relics and New York Union League bid of $50,000.  Funds for Peale portrait - cleaning, insurance. ER-2, p. 163","A.L.S. In writing of S.W. Tiffey. Mount Vernon. Thanking him for his letter concerning Washington family \"relics.\"  Mr. Washington was the husband of Ella Bassett Washington, who was appointed first Vice Regent for West Virginia last year. RM-605, ER-4495","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Advises leaving Peale painting at the Capitol until Council meets - states problems involved.  Mrs. Mitchell's gift of china, knives, plates.  Suggests various methods by which the needed ice may be secured. ER-2, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Appointment of a Vice Regent from Massachusetts.  Enlists Benson Lossing's help in securing relics, endowment funds, Peale portrait.  Letter to Mrs. Dandridge.  Reviews attempts for funds in North and South, plans fund for relics.  Fraud cited.  Has high regard for John Augustine Washington. ER-2, p. 171","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Comments on Commodore Vanderbilt's wife's refusal to contribute to Mount Vernon.  Discourages attempt to raise fund for relics at high price offered, but rather to continue attempts for restoration.  Questions Washington's statements re high prices offered him for relics. Statement made by Mr. Strider, reasons for secrecy in sale, part played by Union League in New York.  Refuses to be party to any secret attempt to raise funds. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Davidge's interest in Washington relics and fear Union League may buy them.  Mrs. Washington to call on Regent.  Roof leaked during a storm and the ceiling in the Great Room and Washington's bedroom is wet. ER-2, p. 171","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Bought a plate and stamped cards for Miss Cunningham.  Hopes to be in Washington for meeting.","A.L.S. In writing of S.W. Tiffey. Mount Vernon. Brief sketch of the MVLA and its history.  Wants the Association to have Powers' recently finished bust of Edward Everett to be displayed in the \"Great Room of the Mansion\" beside a \"Life Like\" statue of General Washington.\" RM-263, MS-2776","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Declares his \"profound reference\" for the Regent and admiration for her work. Is honored to work with the MVLA.  Refers to Mr. Washington, Mr. Butterfield and Mrs. Weller.  Comments on frauds re relics.  Authenticity of Frederick's sword.  Dr. Prince asks Mrs.Halsted for a Mount Vernon article in the New York Observer. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Will follow Mrs. Halsted's article in Dr. Prince's Observer with an account of his visit to Mount Vernon in January 1870.  Will call on Dr. Prince when in New York. Declares \"most profound reverence for the character and services of Miss Cunningham…and feel it a privilege to do what I may...in holding up her hands...until victory shall be secured.\" ER-8, p. 157","A.L.S. New York. Document re Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington at Yorktown,\" drawn by Nathaniel Halsted. J. H. Griscom has signed and sent to colleague executor Mrs. Underwood.  Understands the picture is now at Mount Vernon.  Is pleased to lecture in Newark at Mrs. Halsted's request. ER-8, p. 159","Copy. Asks him to contribute to endowment. ER-8, p. 161","Draft. Colonel Washington's wife who has never seen Mount Vernon, accepts Regent's invitation, gives information about Farewell Address.  His mistakes due to information given by Mr. Weller.  Dr. Prince's article in Observer somewhat retracts first unfavorable article. ER-2, p. 173","A.L.S. Despite lack of funds, she believes the MVLA can sustain Mount Vernon by visitor fees.","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Received Mrs. Halsted's article in New York Observer with editorial remark.  Asks Dr. Prince for a column under Lossing's name which will give facts. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. Regent and Vice Regent of West Virginia plan to call on President re funds for relics (appointment difficult because of 16th amendment discussion).  Peale portrait funds, cleaning, removal, etc. Influential visitors to Mount Vernon.  Lossing article in Observer.  Nelly Custis Lewis describes binding Farewell Address sheets together. ER-2, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve is ill at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 222","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve is very ill, wants her nieces to visit her.  Has sent for Dr. Gibson of Alexandria. ER-16, p. 223","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Dr. Prince gives column in New York Observer for signed article by Benson Lossing. Has written same in substance as in new edition of \"Mount Vernon.\" ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses Peale picture - order for removal.  Many visitors to Mount Vernon, 400 to 600 in one day. ER-2, p. 175","A.L.S. Letterhead - State of Florida Executive Office. Concerning Mr. Merrill and the Tomb.  Feels it ought not to be a grand Mausoleum.  Includes Merrill's drawings - proposes it be done in white marble. Detailed description of her plans for Washington's Tomb.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses $200 needed for repairs on Peale painting. Adverse opinions on painting.  Gate receipts less than this time last year, labor costs higher.  Milwaukee Masons send design for marble front to Tomb.  Difficulties in appointing Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-2, p. 177","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Willing to approve use of $200 for repairs, moving, and putting up \"the picture.\"","A.L. Hillside. Is most desirous of having Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown\" in Banquet Hall.  Sends Regent an article re the painting and thinks little of criticism against it.  Re relics Mr. Weller had in a box valued at $20,000, not in accordance with description Mrs. Mason had given.  (At top of page, \"Relics were bosh\").  Seeks donation from Mrs. Winslow. ER-8, p. 163","A.L.S. Fernandina. Approves of Regent's plan for Peale's painting of Washington at Mount Vernon.  Favors June for time of Council. ER-4, p. 267","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Dr. Prince has postponed printing Lossing's signed article by one week. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt leaves the decision regarding the painting by Mr. Peale to Miss Cunningham. Mrs. Hunt plans to attend meeting in June. Advises her to leave Mount Vernon before malaria season begins. Masons in state to do their duty. ER-5, p. 285","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Admires her energy in carrying on duties of her position and projecting new means of increasing natural interest in Mount Vernon.  Advises a stay at Cape May and for her \"to keep some of the most intelligent\" Vice Regents after Grand Council to help her. ER-13, p. 191","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Personal matters.  Hopes Miss Cunningham can tell her the time of the annual meeting.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Emery as Lady Manager.  Gardener and the vegetable problem. ER-2, p. 179","A.L.S. Audley. Henry Llewelyn Daingerfield Lewis. Mother asks him to reply to Regent's letter.  Mrs. Carter was his grandfather's sister, niece of George Washington, children of his sister, Mrs. Betty Lewis.  She is buried with several children, 4 miles from Audley, property owned now by Chas. Castleman.  Buried there at her request.  Mr. Castleman cannot understand Mr. Nance's writing President Grant.  They intend keeping grave in order.  Letter addressed to \"Mrs. Cunningham\". ER-5, p. 109","A.L.S. Feels much like Mrs. Mitchell regarding the Tomb.  Is preparing to draw up sketches.  Feels it should be about $100,000 for the job.  Masons of Wisconsin to contribute $10,000 to $15,000.  What style of architecture?  If Washington was Episcopalian, he suggests Gothic.  Suggest a Temple plan with central sarcaphagus.","A.L.S. Tallahassee.Now hopes to make the annual meeting.  If she cannot, she chooses either Mrs. Comegys or Mrs. Eve as her proxy.","A.L.S. Portion of letter missing (cut out).Detroit. Will not attend June Council. Begs Vice Regents Chase and Comegys to be there.  Mrs. Mitchell attends to Masons and to repair Tomb walls.  Refers to discussion of Association finances with Regent, (refuses a salary), funds advanced by her, etc.  Mrs. Ritchie suggests assigning a definite yearly sum to her.  Vice Regent Farnsworth holds proxies for Van Antwerp, Fitch, Richie and Sibley. She will turn these over to Vice Regent Fitch if she attends Council.  Discusses a vacancy and an ex-member. Vice Regent Harper's possible gift of $20,000.  The boat is the main source of revenue, repairs needed this summer.  Masons may undertake Tomb restoration if given estimate of cost. ER-17, p. 154-155","A.L.S. Baltimore. \"Bill for settlement of your claim passed the House of Representatives on the 27th.\"  Asks Senator Vickers to give attention to it, but advises her to see him and other senators. ER-14, p. 54","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Glad she liked New York Observer's article.  \"Home of Washington\" will be published next week.  Suggests selling it at Mount Vernon; to be sold by subscription only.  Gives terms of publishers offer MVLA. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Expects to be in Washington shortly.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Had not previously received notice of the time of the annual meeting.  Mrs. Hunt is out of town - could not possibly get to Washington in time for the meeting. ER-5, p. 289","A.L.S. St. Louis. Masons of Missouri express desire to assist in raising funds for the Washington Tomb project.  Grandmaster plans to officially raise the issue while touring the various lodges. ER-5, p. 287","A.L.S. Hillside. She was made the chairman of the Furnace Committee.  Asks about Richardson \u0026 Baynton furnace, patent no. 15 or 16 from Wilmington. There is to be 7 registers on one floor at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Halsted approved, wants Judge Comegys' approval, may be set free of charge.  Will try to secure (free) Douglas patent fire extinguisher.  Asks about the $850 the late Mrs. Hasbrouck of New York collected, and how it should be invested.  Mrs. Tiffey reports photographs have been received at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 137","A.L. Fragment, portion of letter cut away. Detroit. Urges Mrs. Comegys's attendance at Council.  Mrs. Cutts of Vermont, who has never attended a meeting may be there. ER-17, p. 158","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. Expects to come to Mount Vernon next day.","A.L.S. Signed \"Benjamin.\" Torrisdale. Unable to join \"circle of workers,\" will await news of Council eagerly, asks that Mrs. Tiffey send her word of proceedings.  Plans trip during the 2nd week in July, spending one night in Alexandria on way to White Sulphur Springs.  Her father sent the Regent papers on fire extinguishers. ER-13, p. 77","A.L.S. Detroit. Re Mrs. Morse, absences from Council, and change of state residence. Problems of action against a Vice Regent who does not attend to duties of Association or is in marked opposition to Regent. ER-17, p. 160","A.L.S. Has heard the Fredericksburg Railroad is planning to soon complete trip to Mount Vernon and build a hotel there.  Also heard that one of the Mount Vernon deeds is not recorded.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Notification that Judge Comegys was added to Advisory Committee at last Grand Council.  Advisory Committee made permanent - consists of General Halsted, Mr. James Sykes, Hon. Joseph Comegys.  Duties are to advise with Regent during Council. ER-17, p. 159","Copy. The ladies of the MVLA again ask Mrs. Morse to retire from her position as Vice Regent, which she has refused to do despite previous requests for her to leave. Signed by several Vice Regents.  ER-7, p. 145","A.L.S. Hillside. Called at Capitol to see Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown\" - then to Patent Office to find that articles returned to \"Mrs. Gen. Lee\" were not Washington's relics but personal effects, some of relics sent to Smithsonian.  Thinks Prof. Henry intends them for Mount Vernon.  \"The first annihilator\" seems to be best after much investigating.  Has found the best furnace, expects to have it donated, a fine plumber patriot install for them if a laborer can assist him, transportation donated. ER-8, p. 165","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Her plans for Tomb exceeding colossal proportions.  Regent must take some action at meeting.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends her a list of the resolutions of the annual meeting. ER-2, p. 184","A.L.S. Detroit. Hopes Mrs. Comegys thought attending Council was worthwhile, so many improvements at Mount Vernon.  Asks if any relics have been received such as Mrs. Roger's (Havre de Grace) white satin vest.  Pleased with Mrs. Comegys's report, expects Mrs. Sweat's report soon.  Pleased affair with the Vice Regent of Louisiana is adjusted. ER-17, p. 161","A.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Will go soon to Boston to persuade Mrs. Hopkinson to take Vice Regency for Massachusetts, or find some other person suitable.  Wil try to find a better secretary than Mrs. Tiffey, more capable officially and more agreeable socially. ER-17, p. 163","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Corcoran gives them aid.  Railroad problem comes up again.  General Gent collects for \"fire fund,\" ice investigated.  Summer house to be built.  Building furnace in Mansion and its dangers.  Gift of Gordon Fire engine. Vice Regent for Iowa died. ER-2, p. 181","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Regarding projected railroad to Mount Vernon.  Plans must be made so that it will not have a station at or near Mount Vernon, she feels.","A.L.S. and photostat copy. Ravensworth, Virginia. Declines invitation to Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 182","A.L.S. Washington. Proposal for work on their water supply. Examined Mount Vernon water supply - 3 sources of water for fire protection (steam pump at river, pump driven by horse power, a force and lift pump).  Recommends digging a terra cotta cistern in yard or cellar with a force and lift pump with a second cistern in an outbuilding.  Will cost $1240 but will protect all the buildings.  Will give further information if the Regent desires.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Feels railroad matter will go along well if Mount Vernon procures friendship of those proposing it.","A.L.S. Hillside. Discusses work on furnaces. Has Mrs. Tiffey  needs to send a letter of thanks to the Hudson County Masons and they will send another donation. Sorry for her \"domestic troubles.\" Thought Council went well but suggests having Vice Regents write out resolutions and reports beforehand. ER-8, p. 166","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Plumbers' recommendations to be compared.  Mrs. Ritchie's death. ER-2, p. 183","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Unwise to fight the coming of the railroad to Mount Vernon.  Legally the railroad can force its way into Mount Vernon.  Best to cooperate and get best possible terms.  Also will mean more visitors to Mount Vernon than before possible; therefore greater income.","Extract copy. Miss Cunningham has been sad and depressed after hearing about the death of Mrs. Ritchie.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Furnace has arrived. ER-2, p. 185","Copy. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Bankers. Statement of endowment fund.  Inquiry re investment in U.S. Bonds. ER-2, p. 185","A.L.S. Dover, Delaware. Agrees with Mr. Cooke \"that sum requisite to purchase Government Bond should be made up out of the reserved fund.  That fund can hereafter---be reimbursed out of the annual revenues.\" ER-16, p. 225","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape May. Fire protection plans, funds collected for it.  Furnace bill can be paid.  Did not approve of all Mrs. Eve's policies in Council during Regent's absence.  Regrets loss of the Vice Regent of Iowa who could have written history of Association. ER-2, p. 187","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Attended to business in Washington. Bond came to $1135.83, $111.58 of which came from Miss Cunningham's funds. Advisory committee concurs in decision. Had to pay workmen from Miss Cunningham's money. ER-16, p. 226","A.L.S. Cape May. Completing arrangements for fire department.  Craig digs drains to connect 3 springs. Tank to be on kitchen side.  Plan also to water greenhouse.  Boat profits poor - equals that of one month in 1868.  Collecting funds for water system. ER-2, p. 189","A.L. fragment, incomplete. Regent is \"charmed\" with Mr. Lambdin, hopes Mrs. Comegys will make arrangements with him for her.  Mount Vernon is \"very sickly.\"  Mrs. Craig's baby ill, fears Craig will leave on this account.  Boat is \"doing miserable business\". ER-17, p. 165","A.L.S. Cape May. Irregularity of mail.  Mount Vernon health problem.  Labor is difficult.  Have bricks enough for 2 cisterns.  Government work on dormer windows unsatisfactory.  Colonnade roof too flat.  Boat did not make expenses since Jan 1.  Vice Regent for West Virginia helps \"fire protection fund.\" General Halsted's water system for Mansion and garden most practical.  Filling southern Vice Regent vacancies difficult.  Mrs. Tiffey inefficient, unadaptive, looks for a new secretary. ER-2, p. 191","A.L.S. Request to forward $218.50 to Nancy Halsted.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Arrived Saturday evening with Bridget. Went to Mr. Lambdin's, told him of Mrs. Comegys's kind offer.  Sat for him 2 hours, returns Tuesday morning.  Little she has seen of the portrait she does not like.  Refers to a photograph she liked taken 13 years ago, side view.  Showed him this and realized Mr. Lambdin appreciated unfortunate change in her appearance. ER-17, p. 167","A.L.S. Is \"sick and feeble\" and receiving medical care. May not return to Mount Vernon until after frost on account of sickness there. ER-2, p. 193","Photocopy. Philadelphia. Concerning her health and a new drug (Chloral) she has begun taking.  Report on her portrait by Lambdin and other personal news. RM-486, ER-3935","A.L. Draft. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for kindness to her niece.  Wants work to begin on colonnade, dormer windows and cistern. Vice Regent of Delaware is at Mount Vernon.  Re planting peach trees.  Reports on Mrs. Tiffey's unfortunate trials.  Successor must be able to write and know about management of a country estate. ER-11, p. 156","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Problems of sickness at Mount Vernon considered.  Asks about prices of fruit trees. ER-2, p. 193","A.L.S. New York. Meets various \"wealthy\" people in interest of endowment fund.  Will visit Mrs. Brooks. ER-2, p. 195","A.L.S. Baltimore. Sees \"artist\" twice.  Warm weather prevents her return to Mount Vernon.  Mr. Craig is sick.  Digging in preparation for cisterns continues. ER-2, p. 195","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. Doctor forbids Regent to go to Mount Vernon until after frost.  Advises workmen start later also.  Digging for cistern before Mansion repairs according to plan. ER-2, p. 197","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. No frost yet at Mount Vernon. Not safe to sleep there.  Give Mr. G. a bed in Mansion but other workmen in outhouses without heat.  Regent calls on Mr. Corcoran, who is ill but will attend to trees later. ER-2, p. 199","A.L.S. Detroit. Received favorable reports of meeting from Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Eve, also of improvements. Mr. Corcoran's idea of a \"temple of patriotism quite charming.\" Recommends site of old Tomb and suggests New York artists be asked to submit designs at next Council.  Has no money for improvement fund.  Hopes to send $150 to endowment fund. ER-17, p. 161","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Cannot accept Mrs. Halsted's invitation, is leaving \"this dreary place\" soon.  Mr. G's men (working on the furnace) left yesterday.  Ornamental trees from London ordered by Mr. Corcoran have arrived, also fruit trees.  Her aunt had arrived safely, not well after journey.  Furnace is a comfort. ER-8, p. 173","A.L.S. Rosemont.  Is pleased with Mr. G's work on cistern - plans to extend pipes to vegetable garden and stables.  Fears hydraulic ram may not be powerful enough.  Funds low, gate receipts not good.  No postmaster in her region. Letters carried by farmers.  Uncertainty and delay of mails. ER-2, p. 201","A.L.S. Mails still greatly delayed.  Commends Mr. G.'s work on cistern and his voluntary contributions.","Draft. Cape May. Will not invest endowment with Mr. Cooke. Feels his interest is not adequate. ER-11, p. 59","A.L.S. Note on clipped form paper. Introduction of Mr. Greenhalgh who has offered to install the furnace and give advice on related matters. ER-8, p. 165","Draft. Each session of MVLA Council opened with readings from Bible and Episcopal Prayer book.  All votes unanimous, save one: the embellishing of the Mount Vernon Banquet Hall with Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown.\"  Asks Mrs. Blanding to aid in appeal for funds for this.","A.L.S. Gives copy of Trumbull's portrait of Washington as Commander-in-Chief from original at Yale University, painted about 1782.  Also portrait of Washington from original of Stuart in Boston Athenaeum. ER-13, p. 192","A.L.S. Quick note to say she is tired tonight but will see her the next day.","A.L.S. Has just received official notification of annual meeting, but it is too late for Mrs. Hunt to make arrangements to come. ER-5, p. 289","Note on clipped piece of paper. Mentions a visit to Mount Vernon by Captain May, a personal friend of General Lee, Mrs. Morse, and Father Rabbia. Says Captain May believes Mount Vernon will receive Washington relics from Arlington House. ER-16, p. 171","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. River lower than in years, mails delayed, boats cannot run. Mr. Corcoran's gift of evergreens, crops, farmers in section. Lists implements needed, cleans up river bank, paints tin roof of Mansion, fills ice house, digging and cleaning in greenhouse. ER-6, p. 1","A.L.S. New Rochelle. No word received from Regent or Mrs. Tiffey since last Council.  Replied promptly to Regent's Appeal for funds for improvements. No funds on hand, no prospects, except several $50 endowment fund pledges, told to collect and send treasurer.  Suggests using endowment fund for repairs as Mount Vernon will doubtless go to U.S. Government after Regent's death.  Mr. Corcoran's offer to rebuild summer house (on site of old Ice House), should be reproduction of original. Lossing's picture is the only authority. Another tribute might be better.  Majority of Vice Regents favor Council in fall.  Deplores loss of Vice Regents Van Antwerp and Ritchie. ER-17, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hands burned extinguishing fire.  $1500 due Mr. Greenhalgh for water system.  Mr. Corcoran's 700 trees for waterfront are a tax to the Association's low funds.  Regent's mother ill. Thinks their poverty due to her daughter's neglect.  Painting gutters. ER-2, p. 205","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Opposes cutting down the trees along the river bank about Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Order to pay $150.06 to Mrs. Comegys. ER-2, p. 206","A.L.S. Baltimore. Claims she is not qualified for the task appointed to her. Discouragements presented in raising funds for Mount Vernon because so many organizations are raising funds for various phases of rehabilitation in the South.  Gives personally $200.  Plans to visit Mount Vernon in May.","A.L.S. Rosemont. Re Mr. Herendeen's bill for trees - draft for enclosed.  Regent must move her mother from Rosemont.  Nathan and Sarah will prepare for Mrs. Halsted's visit to see how Mount Vernon affairs are progressing in Regent's absence. ER-2, p. 207","Photocopy. Laurens, South Carolina. Regrets they do not have space at their house for her mother to live.  They always highly regarded Mrs. Cunningham. Suggests alternate arrangements for her are possible in the village where they live. RM-197, ER-2614","A.L.S. Rosemont. Receives word from Mr. Craig re Herendeen bill for trees.  Mrs. Chase collected $230. Miss Harper gives $200. ER-2, p. 209","A.L.S. Order for Mr. Sykes to pay Mrs. Comegys $150. ER-11, p. 168","A.L.S. Hillside. Explains purchase of India rubber hose and asks for order on Cooke \u0026 Co. for payment of $60.34.  Explains fully her order for fruit trees to Herendeen for $245.15. ER-8, p. 175","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Suggests getting Mr. Corcoran's opinion on matter of cutting down trees.  Discusses Mrs. Tiffey as MVLA secretary - wishes to replace her.  Miss Susan Finney (former secretary) in very poor health.","A.L.S. Rosemont. Trouble receiving mail.  Hose purchased for fire protection.  Vacancy in Massachusetts Vice Regency not yet filled.  Mr. Corcoran starts movement to finish monument in Washington. ER-2, p. 211","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Her aunt, Miss Cunningham arrived at Mount Vernon safely.  Received a check for $2.72 from a California Lodge for the monument over Tomb. This Lodge had issued an Appeal to all Lodges in state to contribute to same.  Idea started in Wisconsin. ER-6, p. 7","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Herendeen's contribution of $100 worth of trees of little value.  Mrs. Tiffey's irregular reports of proceedings of Council sent to Vice Regents. She leaves with 10 days notice, cannot locate important papers. ER-2, p. 213","A.L.S. Germantown. Regarding frames for pictures at Mount Vernon.  ER-17, p. 170","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has ordered portrait of the Regent sent care of Mrs. Sykes, to Washington, then to Mount Vernon. Packing was $2.50, frame $15. ER-17, p. 171","A.L.S. Fragment, incomplete letter. Re leniency with Regent's household expenses since she works with illnesses. Wonders who could follow as Regent.  Mr. Corcoran is ill, thinks \"temple\" he offered should be built at once. Could Mrs. Eve undertake this? She fears endowment funds will not be finished.  Asks about living expenses of Nathan's family, Regent, maid, invited guests.  Asks about successor for Secretary Tiffey.  Portrait Mrs. Comegys  \"generously undertook to procure\" is acceptable to Vice Regents and reasonable in price.  Asks if repairs and furnishings have taken from \"simple grandeur of Mansion.\"  Lambdin promised Association a portrait of Washington. Thinks Stuart's is the best.  Does not vote for purchasing portraits from Washington's family.  Mrs. Rogers of \"Havre de Grasse offers white satin vest\" of Washington. ER-17, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lambdin's portrait of Regent arrived and acknowledged.  Did not think it a striking resemblance at first, but \"it grows upon\" her.  Thinks Regent is also well pleased. The artist removed expression around mouth she did not like.  Monday expects many visitors at Mount Vernon.  Expects Indians on Sunday. ER-17, p. 175","A.L.S. Angel Island. Re her life in California. ER-17, p. 169","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent in an accident but unhurt. Sister-in-law dies suddenly.  Craig announces he must leave on account of family's health.  Writes fully of unfavorable climate at Mount Vernon. Suggestions for new gardener. ER-2, p. 215","A.L.S. Cape May. Craig to withdraw on October 1. Problem of keeping steady heat in greenhouse.  Captain Stackpole always helpful, immediately recommends another gardener. ER-2, p. 217","A.L.S. Cape May. Hopes to hear favorably re Masonic aid.  A former efficient secretary may join Regent. ER-2, p. 219","A.L.S. Cape May. Confidential. Describes last days at Rosemont, her mother's change to new home.  John Watt recommended to replace James Craig, gardener.  Knights  Templars' interest in marble monument at Tomb. ER-2, p. 221","A.L.S. Cape May. Suggests an informal meeting of the Vice Regents at Mrs. Halsted's.  Craig very ill, but teaches new gardener recommended by Captain Stackpole. ER-2, p. 223","A.L.S. Philadelphia.  Mrs. Ann Williams will come for one year if free railroad ticket is obtained.  Goes to see Mary McMakin re removal of Mary and family and Mr. Thompson. ER-2, p. 225","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expense of moving Mary McMakin to Mount Vernon. Captain Stackpole helps.  Serious health problems at Mount Vernon.  Asks Mrs. Halsted to inspect gardener Craig's work before he leaves, make financial arrangements with successor.  Free railroad ticket for Ann Williams.  Knights Templars' efforts. ER-2, p. 227","A.L.S. Harlem. Explains her \"penniless\" condition and how impracticable it is for her family to consider Regent's proposition to go to Mount Vernon and live.  Thought Regent was not to risk sleeping at Mount Vernon until after frost. ER-16, p. 45","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Sends letter re Georgia bond interest due to Jay Cooke and Co.  $117.60 due to the MVLA, advises holding bond. ER-4, p. 118","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Deep regret that Mrs. Halsted did not return to Mount Vernon.  Difficulties with McMakin family explained.  Regent's need to get to South Carolina to attend to her own property.  Expects a gift of $500 from Mrs. Sweat's father.  Each Vice Regent should announce this gift in her state.  Commentary on President Grant's administration, unfortunate conditions in South Carolina and in her own family.  Regent's mother in poor health, feels new home is not the place for her. ER-8, p. 177","A.L.S. Acknowledgement of his gift to MVLA Endowment Fund of $500 bond of Portland and Rochester Railroad.  ER-19, p. 129","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Acknowledges receipt of coupon bond Portland and Rochester Railroad for Endowment Fund, and advised Regent of same. ER-19, p. 127","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Sorry she didn't see Miss Cunningham when in Washington.  Asks when next Council is to be held.","A.L. Copy. Newark. Will furnish transportation for her to Mount Vernon, but Regent's return is delayed by illness. ER-8, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Ann Williams plans to return to England.  Mr. Watt's intemperance made him undesirable at Mount Vernon; Replaced by Chauncey.  Conservatory looks well.  Regent returns next week. ER-2, p. 229","A.L.S. Fragment, incomplete letter. Mentions \"her trials and inefficient help\" at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Sykes must be kept as advisor.  Gives long account of Mary McMakin and her mother.  Regent's desire to have McMakin as secretary and her mother to live with her.  Reports informal meeting in New York on Oct 10 of Vice Regents Halsted, Eve, Brooks and the Regent to decide on time for Council either November or May.  Gardener Watt's drinking and neglect reported to Mr. Sykes by the secretary.  Mr. Sykes advanced $100 to McMakins for moving expenses.  Regent is at Rosemont. ER-17, p. 177","A.L.S. Copy. Hillside. Asks him to call on Mr. Ritchie who has given 2 engravings of George and Martha Washington, and to have them framed.  Has not yet received carvings of Washington Coat of Arms and monogram. ER-8, p. 187","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports state of Regent's health. ER-2, p. 231","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Frames will be arranged as Mrs. Halsted directs.  Regent anticipates General Halsted's visit.  Suggests date for next Council. ER-2, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for invitation to Mount Vernon, regretted he was unable to go last year but hopes he may go in May.  Will send ambrotypes.  Will send portrait of Washington.  Hopes some \"liberal minded individuals\" will order portraits of the Washingtons. ER-13, p. 193","A.L.S. Door card to be provided.  Has been ill but will resume work for Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 189","A.L.S. Dover. She realized she did not reply to a postcard sent by Mrs. Sweat last autumn. Asks if she missed anything at Council that she now should know. Mrs. Sweat's copy of her reply is on the reverse.","A.L.S. Counsels Regent not to answer Mrs. Brigg's attack on the MVLA in the Chronicle.  ER-10, p. 95","Letterpress copy, first page then A.L.S. second page. Re article that appeared in Washington Chronicle criticizing Regent's attitude toward Mount Vernon.  Sent it to the Regent with a letter which she copied for Mrs. Chace.  Asks what action Vice Regents should take.","Letterpress copy. Expresses her concern about the article criticizing Regent's management of Mount Vernon in the Washington Chronicle by Mrs. Briggs. Mrs. Sweat's lack of knowledge of management of Mount Vernon so she can accurately refute statements. No printed report to refer to.  Asks her to present to coming Council a thorough report of receipt and expenditures since last Council.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends reply to the article with editorial comments.  Had interview with the same Mrs. Briggs who she feels pique and desire for sensation are the reasons for her publication on the matter. Says she has not \"sold her independence\" to Colonel Forney, but will have conference with him re the investigation.  Washington friends pleased with Regent's reply.  Mr. Sykes sends the Regent the Evening Star clipping, begging her to think it unworthy of notice. Miss Cunningham has taken all of this better than she would have thought. ER-16, p. 46","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding reply to the attacks on the MVLA in the Washington Chronicle. No action until Council when she can produce an official statement. ER-2, p. 235","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Is writing to all Vice Regents asking them to state their understanding of the resolution re absence of a Vice Regent from their respective states, who originated resolution, who approved and who disapproved it.  Mrs. Eve thought it suggestion of Regent, but Regent says not and disapproves of the action. ER-8, p. 191","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Mount Vernon. Call to Council, June 11. ER-2, p. 237","Letterpress copy. Concerns the poor state of Mount Vernon funds and accounts. Implies that Miss Cunningham is not a very able financier and certain measures need to be taken to straighten out MVLA accounts. Note on the top indicates the letter was not sent, and that Mrs. Sweat decided not to \"push the matter.\"","A.L.S. Fernandina. Cannot attend Council, asks Regent to be her proxy. ER-4, p. 261","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Offers condolences on death of Mrs. Halsted's father. ER-8, p. 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Steamboat \"Arrow\" will be at Washington wharf to bring Vice Regents to Council session. ER-2, p. 237","A.L.S. Will be coming to Mount Vernon soon with Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Mitchell.  Has sent model of Bastille to Mount Vernon by boat.  Package sent to Miss Cunningham.","Photocopy. Charleston. Apologizes and gives reasons for not answering her previous letter. Commends Miss Cunningham on her work at Mount Vernon. RM-197, ER-2615","A.L.S. New York. Dawson, an attorney, refers to Mrs. Briggs' attack in the Chronicle on the Regent and the Association. Thinks the \"malignant origin\" should be exposed by one of the Vice Regents.  If she will submit facts, he and her brother will analyze them fully for her.  Reference to characteristics of Mrs. Washington, the Vice Regent of West Virginia. ER-10, p. 93","A.L.S. Authorizing her to act as proxy at next Grand Council. ER-4, p. 263","A.L.S. Undated but docketed on the reverse with June 1, 1872. Asks Regent to name the most suitable person to act for her at Council, as she has entire confidence in Regent's judgment. ER-4, p. 265","A.L.S. Newark. Authorizing her to act as proxy at next Grand Council. ER-8, p. 197","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Offers her resignation. Regent has told her to tender resignation after 18 month absence from Georgia. She has worked on much Mount Vernon business during that time. Hopes they won't accept her resignation and offers amendment to the resolution under which she is asked to resign. ER-5, p. 209","A.L.S. Newark. Estimates it will take two weeks to install furnace, to fix roof, water works, etc. It would take four weeks for him alone or three weeks for two men. ER-8, p. 199","A.L.S. Paris. Gives Mrs. Comegys her vote by proxy.  Feels she must resign as Vice Regent of Maryland. Still in Europe where she has been ill.  Soon to return to New York.","A.L.S.Philadelphia. Accepts invitation to visit Mount Vernon. Has Mrs. Berghman's letter of thanks from the Board and is gratified his contribution was so well received.","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Written on House of Representatives letterhead. Wants to discuss  what is best for Mount Vernon.  Has sent her answer to Council's refusal to accept resignation.  Refers to affair as a burlesque. ER-8, p. 195","A.L.S. Colross. Discusses difficulties with Miss Cunningham who thinks all power lies with the Regent not with the Board. Mr. Hollingsworth's election as Superintendent and his new duties. Mary McMakin's family to leave Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Understands things at Mount Vernon have not happened as the Vice Regents wished and were promised.  Asks opinion re powers of the Regent under the constitution.  Approves his appointment and comments on changes at Mount Vernon.  Suggested the Regent consult him re retaining \"this family\" to run a restaurant on shares.  Miss McMakin is now private secretary to Miss Cunningham. ER-14, p. 55","A.L.S. Colross. Relates to Mrs. Sweat's letter to the Regent regarding a change in Regent's position, also Mary McMakin's.","A.L.S. Re Mrs. Sweat's note of instruction, changes in the Regent's and Miss McMakin's position.  Suggests he get rooms or the house of Mr. Gibbs.  Gardener's report \"gloomy.\" ER-14, p. 55","A.L.S. Louise Home, Washington, D.C. In regards to cutting of Mount Vernon timber and her procurement of the logs to make mop and broom handles. ER-5, p. 62","A.L. Incomplete letter. Stratford. She and Mrs. Sweat have lately written criticism plainly to the Regent, and others will follow soon.  Regrets the troubles he has experienced thus far but is determined for him to have the position for which he was elected. ER-18, p. 32","A.L.S. Petersham. Praises him for aiding Mount Vernon.  Is preparing her report.  Has ready the listing of the MVLA but not the financial records. Asks his help to work with Miss Cunningham to put them in \"business order.\" ER-5, p. 151","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Re her recent visits to Mount Vernon where she could tell she was not wanted by the Regent. Shocked by the treatment she received but still wants to help Mount Vernon.  Need for policy change by the MVLA to get itself back on proper footing.","A.L.S. Asks him to call to receive instructions sent by Vice Regents.  Knows he will give Miss Cunningham every care. ER-14, p. 57","A.L.S. Dover. Tells him not to be distraught with current state of the MVLA.  To remain at his post and ride with the tide. ER-5, p. 215","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Discusses control of Mount Vernon finances. The MVLA will soon take power away from the Regent and give it over to the Superintendent. ER-5,. p. 191","A.L.S. Has not heard from Mrs. Halsted about anything.  Gives her opinion of how committees should proceed with reports and activities, instructions given by Council.  Enjoyed Mrs. Hudson's account of entertaining President Hayes at Mount Vernon.  Wrote Emily Harper, chairman of Finance Committee.  Some of Miss McMakin's letters regarding the Regent were destroyed by Miss Harper. ER-18, p. 129","Copy. Submits his impressions after examining MVLA affairs in connection with her expected report.  Evidence found of Miss Cunningham's unquestionable devotion, fidelity and self sacrifice, her own pure and disinterested motives may blind her to public's criticism. Discusses annual meetings, reports made to the public, appointed officers, the constitution, etc. Mrs. Barry's report can deal only with last Council, showing work done but should not overlook the serious complaints of public. To correct Report of the Association's last Council proceedings they should be declared unfinished and a meeting called to complete transactions, preparing way for strict adherence in future to constitution. ER-8, p. 201","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent wishes to know her official relations which are not stated in Minutes sent her by Mrs. Sweat. How are payments to be made by both her and Hollingsworth. If committee has it in charge, names of same.  Mrs. Mason's note to Hollingsworth asking him to help Miss Cunningham get away from Mount Vernon as she fears an undesirable \"influence\" being exerted on her. ER-16, p. 47","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asks about Mrs. Halsted and her sister.  Regent is ill but plans to go elsewhere for summer. ER-8, p. 203","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends his letter to other members of the committee. Suggests he write once a week to some member of the committee, a letter to be circulated and retained by Mrs. Mitchell. Gives him names of members with comments. Asks him to cut expenses and increase sales. Suggests bees, poultry, cut flowers, dairy products, setting out grapes.  Association now depends on boat receipts, sale of photographs, etc. for funds.  He must keep accounts carefully.  McMakins must go at once as Vice Regents wish the Mansion lived in the least possible.  Asks wages of gardener.  Cellar to be cleaned of wood, kerosene to be kept in outhouses.  Asks him to investigate insurance.  Greenhouse pipes repaired.  \"As an old friend\" advises him about unhealthy conditions of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 3","A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson informed her of all he is accomplishing. Pleased with his improvements, \"tact and the forbearance shown.\"  Suggests rooms in Mansion be kept open as much as possible to the public. ER-18, p. 131","Copy. Hollingsworth refuses to sign paper presented by Regent as it is not same as one shown him at Mrs. Brooks'.  Mansion filled with visitors indignant at number of closed rooms.  Criticizes Regent's action at Mount Vernon, her attitude toward sales, etc. \"Keep off the grass\" signs painted, magnolia tree fenced for protection, employees' houses white washed, vegetables planted.  Wishes Mrs. Eve, Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Mason to go to Mount Vernon and remove Regent and McMakins.  Note attached from \"E.W.B.\" Elizabeth Barry. ER-18, p. 3","A.L.S. Stratford. Writes him an official letter sent to Mrs. Eve to forward to him.  Refers to Mrs. Eve's attitude toward Regent.  Tells Superintendent not to sign any papers except those presented by the committee.  Refers to Regent's retirement. ER-18, p. 34","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Bedrooms too small for her purposes as planned to have \"all the furniture makers give each a piece after style of Washington.\" Asks if there are 2 or 3 gates needed and urges him to send plans for them promptly.  Lodges may be used for sleeping quarters.  If no room suitable to her needs, will furnish small room with \"cottage furniture.\"  Wishes everything completed for centennial. ER-18, p. 238","A.L. Incomplete. MVLA matters and declining health of Ann Pamela Cunningham.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Returns \"articles of agreement\" between MVLA and himself for alterations at request of Regent.  Difficulty in turning all money over to Regent when she is away from Mount Vernon so much and there are laborers to be paid and various expenes to be met.  Will make a monthly report. ER-17, p. 185","A.L.S. Petersham. Has finished report and sent it to Regent to see before it is published. Received letters from Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson and a document they want her to sign. Unwilling to accept second-hand evidence. Asks whether statements in Mrs. Hudson's letter are correct, has he the entire, unreserved and unfettered control of affairs there? If not, more drastic measures must be taken by Council, but fears this may mean utter disruption of Association. ER-5, p. 151","A.L. Incomplete. Incomplete letter. Her report is a review of improvements at Mount Vernon under the Regent. She believes Regent has acted in good faith and would be fatal to make known to public that Council is divided in its opinions of how to proceed. Must straighten affairs there, retain Miss Cunningham in her position, but strip her of power. ER-5, p. 155","A.L. Incomplete. Quotes document of censure of Regent which Mrs. Sweat sent her to sign. She refuses to sign at present, but agrees Regent should leave Mount Vernon at once. ER-5, p. 155","A.L.S. Stratford. Urges him to have McMakins leave promptly, and paid by Regent. Hollingsworth's appointment precludes necessity for private secretary to Regent.  Comments on his appointment, care of Mount Vernon, money he collects, paying gardener $50 per month, and having greenhouse on good footing. ER-18, p. 5","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Information sent on gates not what was needed. Asks if sides are flat or curving, are to be built of iron.  Asks if 2 or 3 gates are to be made, also wants plan of lodges and estimated cost.  May have work done in West.  Wants it completed for centennial. ER-18, p. 240","A.L.S Washington, D.C. Glad he is getting on with Regent. He can have the house when he wants. They have nothing to do with Regent's private office. He can win Regent over. Vice Regents have made some mistakes. Open place in greenhouse needs fixing before winter. Many plants lost in previous winters because of it. ER-5, p. 195","A.L.S. Milwaukee. His letters to Mrs. Hudson forwarded to her.  Was not at Council but was appointed chairman of a committee. Unwilling to draw up anything alone stating what his duties will be. Cites difficulties of task assigned her.  Thinks he should have \"the whole charge,\" but  \"treat Regent...politely,\" keep money in his hands with accounts of receipts and disbursements. Subject to Regent's and Vice Regents' and public's inspection.  Plan for retirement of Regent with her secretary Miss McMakin.  Will put him on sure footing.  Advisory Committee is new. ER-18, p. 239","A.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Error in Mount Vernon's account. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Presumes Miss Cunningham left Mount Vernon. Hopes hereafter he and his family will be only residents of Mount Vernon, but will have frequent visits. Sorry for loss of posts. He is armed with authority to act. ER-5, p. 191","A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson announced he would like to hear occasionally from different Vice Regents.  Repeats previous letter which did not reach him re opening all Mansion Rooms to public.  Congratulates him on his last monthly report and for his skill and tact.  Note written on letter: \"Read and seconded by Susan E. J. Hudson.\" ER-18, p. 132","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Asks if he will forward her mail to her new address. Postscript asks if Sarah will put aside pickled tomatoes for her and let her know of the cost. ER-11, p. 155","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill, Loudon County. Deterioration of Miss Cunningham's health.  Has advised her to accept the will of the Vice Regents. Thinks Miss McMakin has been a bad influence on her. McMakin's family, especially the mother, is a \"horror.\" Cunningham is willing to give all money control over to Hollingsworth. Attempts to get her away from Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Error of $4.85 in settlement of Mount Vernon business. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Long Branch, West End Hotel. Surprised to hear her official letters to him were shared. Pleased with the progress at Mount Vernon under his direction. Sorry to hear of illnesses among the servants. ER-5, p. 66","A.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson agree to authorize him to ask McMakins to leave Mount Vernon on a given date.  Desires Regent to leave also.  Advises him to answer all letters promptly and to destroy her \"informal\" letters to him. ER-18, p. 7","A.L.S. Stratford. Received his confidential letter of the 13th. She states her opposition to the Regent.  Has written Mrs. Mitchell, chairman of the committee about his report and asking her to authorize safe key be given him, a \"paper\" for Mr. Cooke, for the Regent to be given a quarterly salary.  Refers to insurance policy, hose, greenhouse boiler, method of addressing mail to him.  Foxes have destroyed chickens, plans for chicken house, unfavorable comments on the McMakins. ER-18, p. 9","A.L.S. Petersham. Praises his \"wisdom and sagacity\" in relations with the Regent. Prudence and reticence on the part of the Ladies now is all that's needed. Defends the Regent who will not return to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 153","A.L.S. Stratford. Criticism of Regent's policy.  Will appeal to Masons to raise endowment fund, interest of which will be for repairs.  Expects he will fix up a house for his use.  Asks him to report on a \"room full of papers.\" ER-18, p. 9","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sends for copy of constitution, she usually never travels without it.  Hopes boat is meeting expenses and that he is spared sickness prevalent for years at Mount Vernon.  ER-11, p. 161","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sends 25 cents for a copy of Washington's will.  The Report is in the Philadelphia printer's hands.  Mr. Childs may print 1000 copies free.  Says she is in better health. ER-11, p. 162","A.L.S. Dover. Denies Mr. Comegys changed any part of contract with him. Hollingsworth signed original which made him daily accountable to Regent for funds. Amount of bond fixed by Mr. Comegys. Asks Regent to allow him to see original paper, make alteration and she will have it copied and forwarded at once. He should be responsible to Association alone and entire control of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 215","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Hears he is more comfortable at Mount Vernon. Asked the Regent to send him keys and to instruct him re disposition of her belongings and payment of money due her.  Directs him re expenditures, improvements. Hopes there will be some time to build a house for him although he is to sleep in the Mansion during winter.  His bedroom will also be on exhibition.  Committee plans a meeting in October. No trees to be cut or any great change made without knowledge of Vice Regents.  Instructions re health of Mount Vernon.  Hopes to remedy defects in Constitution and By-laws at next Council.  Must fix pipes in greenhouse furnace. ER-18, p. 242","A.L.S. Detroit. Congratulates him on his report and first month's work as Superintendent. ER-17, p. 178","A.L.S. Stratford. Received his \"private enclosure\" of the 22nd.  Plans to meet Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Barry. Latter too ill to travel.  Plans for Regent's retirement, method of handling checks, Mary McMakin's salary and possible return to Mount Vernon, what MVLA will do for Superintendent.  ER-18, p. 11","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Mount Vernon papers kept locked in bookcase. Formerly loaned funds to Association but that is no longer possible. Association is out of debt, on firm basis at personal sacrifice, no longer needs to stay at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 164","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Asks him to forward a note to Miss Cunningham. She is concerned for Cunningham's health and feels indebted to her for all she did for Mount Vernon.  ER-14, p. 59","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Discusses Miss Cunningham and her failing health, and her troubles with Vice Regents. Hollingsworth reports several statements made to him about them by the Regent. She wishes this all to be finished and for Miss Cunningham to finally leave Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Summer at Mount Vernon was too hard on her.  Says Council minutes, constitution and his contract should always be with the Regent.  Miss McMakin will remove furniture soon.  Plans a history of the Association. ER-11, p. 162","A.L.S. Cape May. Asks him to send the Regent a copy of the constitution and forward her mail to her in Berkeley Springs. ER-16, p. 48","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Will not risk health again by living at Mount Vernon, will remove papers and effects, undecided where to go.  Mr. Halsted's kindness to her nephew Clarence.  Mrs. Morse \"at bottom\" of attacks on the Regent. Neighbor trying to control Mount Vernon boat line, joins with Mrs. Briggs in the press criticism.  Mrs. Berghmans' and Col. Forney's defense.  George Childs of the Philadelphia Ledger prints 1000 copies of the Report for free. Wants a history of the Association written and names those qualified to write it.  Mrs. Lincoln Phelps wishes to write the Regent's biography for \"True Woman.\" ER-11, p. 163","A.L.S. West Point. Communicated contents of his letter of the 4th to Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell.  Comments on drawing off the bank fund.  Her committee will meet in New York in 2 weeks.  Hopes for money from crops and visitors during inauguration year.  Has many copies of Mrs. Barry's report.  Refers to boat contract with Mr. Sykes, surveyor to settle boundaries of wharf.  Refers him to charter and constitution of the MVLA. ER-18, p. 13","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Embossed letter initials from stationary cut out.  Sorry he has had such a hard time at the job so far with so many complications. Now he controls the money. Gives further instructions regarding handling of money and says Miss Cunningham needs to give him the key to the safe. Hopes to see him when she is in Washington and that he is doing well. ER-18, p. 243","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Returns Miss Cunningham's letters.  Regrets the \"disagreeable\" people at Mount Vernon. Disapproves of Miss McMakin's action.  Hopes Miss Cunningham will find residence somewhere else soon.  Suggests he take rooms at neighbor Gibbs' house. Criticism of MVLA's present condition. ER-14, p. 59","Draft. Concerning Mount Vernon as her life's work and writing a history of the Association. ER-2, p. 241","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Understands he is now the only person in charge of money for Mount Vernon. Asks if the bank will honor a check for her salary signed by the Regent. Does not know when she will return to Mount Vernon because the Regent's plans are so uncertain. Asks him to forward the manuscript Minutes of last Council to her. ER-16, p. 49","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Mrs. Phelps' article in periodical \"True Woman\" established by Washington ladies at 50 cents.  Regent suggests compiling brief history of MVLA for the archives. To be prepared later.  Hopes to visit Baltimore.  Mr. Childs of Philadelphia prints 1000 copies of Report for distribution. ER-2, p. 239","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sad to hear of Mrs. Riley's death. Hers and an infant of \"West\" are the only deaths at Mount Vernon since the MVLA took over in 1860. Wants more copies of the report.  Considers a winter at Georgetown to complete Mount Vernon work. Is distressed to hear visitors are asking to see her portrait. She would like it locked in a closet for no one to see. Considers it a nice piece of art, but not a good likeness of her. Visits Mrs. Lincoln Phelps of Baltimore, who is writing Regent's biography for \"True Woman.\" ER-11, p. 165","A.L.S. Stratford. Advises him to tell Mary McMakin she is simply the Regent's servant. Instructs on method of paying the Regent. Association does not wish Mary McMakin to return to Mount Vernon except with Regent.  Does not want dinners in the Mansion.  Thinks of calling \"dinners\" luncheons and serving them in another house. The arbor for picnics, can serve ice cream, coffee, cake.  Mentions an article, thinks not written by Regent.  Received the Report, better than expected. ER-18, p. 15","A.L.S. Re difficulties with Miss McMakin and her retirement from Mount Vernon.  ER-7, p. 143","Draft. In reply to her request for copies of some of Everett's lectures, says he never gave but one address, repeated many times, and that was never published.  Reviews Everett's part in Association's history. Suggests printing it for benefit of Association. ER-2, p. 241","Fragment, incomplete letter. Mount Vernon has truly become a part of her life.  Thinks the constitution an imperfect instrument.  Barn and stables need repairs.  Hopes Sarah is more useful and McMakins do not disturb him. ER-14, p. 59","A.L.S. New York. Letter with Regent's \"characteristic document\" received.  He is not to sign Miss McMakin's orders.  Counsels on Miss Cunningham's retirement.  Pleased with his report.  Will be in Washington in November. ER-18, p. 245","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends several copies of \"True Woman\" with Mrs. Phelps' article on the Association. Several inaccuracies as Mrs. Phelps did not consult Regent.  Columns of this periodical open to the Association. ER-2, p. 243","A.L.S. Colross. Miss Cunningham desires to return to Mount Vernon.  Hollingsworth says matters go well at Mount Vernon and Council is planned for the near future.","A.L.S. Stratford. Received the report, glad he took out salary, should take it each month.  Hopes to have meeting in New York,  has backing of Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell.  Criticism of the Regent.  Calls attention to an error of $1.00 in his accounts. ER-18, p. 16","A.L.S. Hopes to take her husband's family to Mount Vernon and that some distinguished group will also be visiting. Would be pleased to have him and Mrs. Hollingsworth call.  Miss McMakin's note says the Regent found ladies more conservative than she feared. ER-14, p. 61","A.L.S. Regent acknowledges receipt of his letter to Mrs. Mason in reply to hers asking extent of Mrs. Mitchell's action in financial affairs of Association.  Regent unwilling that any intimation of irregularity should reach public before next Council may act.  Explains \"Regent's fund\" which she may draw on. ER-16, p. 51","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re results of Mrs. Phelps' article. Cites article in Philadelphia Ledger and a Washington paper. Suggests they get subscribers for \"True Woman.\" ER-2, p. 245","A.L.S. Stratford. Re hanging chandelier, measurements of room for a lounge.  Must furnish state rooms first.  Suggests furnishings for Mrs. Washington's sitting room, andirons, tongs, fender, papering, etc.  Has no authority from Regent \"to do anything to the room.\" ER-18, p. 14","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him for \"orders\" received and for information on Georgetown. Some other plan will need to be adopted. ER-16, p. 52","A.L.S. Sent article on Mount Vernon and Regent to Mr. Childs, editor of The Ledger.  Refers to article in \"True Woman.\"  Comments on women's rights. She is 80 years old, advises Regent to think little of her ills, so much yet for Regent to do, and she seems to grow younger in her work. ER-13, p. 35","A.L.S. Asks for copies of article on Mount Vernon to share with others. Comments on women's suffrage and universal suffrage in America and England. ER-13, p. 38","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Has asked Mrs. Hudson down to try and raise several hundred dollars for the MVLA as \"she is new to the work and realms, while we olders are broken down by sad experiences…\"  Has also asked Miss Cunningham to release several hundred dollars to Hollingsworth. Advises him to consult with Mr. Brooks re an appropriation for the year.","A.L.S. Stratford. Declares $853.56 was Regent's expenses. Complete Mount Vernon expense was $5000.  Hopes to meet Mrs. Mitchell and other Vice Regents.  If she resigns she will state why in newspapers.  Criticism of Regent. Superintendent is sole treasurer of Association's money, and only one to draw money for Regent.  Hopes Knight Templars visit estate as they plan to Appeal to Masons for endowment fund.  People like to buy pots of flowers at Mount Vernon. Advises pink Oxalis. ER-18, p. 17","A.L.S. She is not well and declines to write article glorifying Masonry.  Approves plan to raise money for monument to Washington. Suggests Mrs. McThay write the article.  Miss Emily Faithfull of England reform party lectures in Baltimore and wishes literature on Mount Vernon.  ER-13, p. 39","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon. Feels she should be made to leave at \"slightest intimation of her Council.\"  Feels Mrs. Eve's disagreement with her is highly personal and harmful to MVLA. Miss McMakin's, however, she feels is not, and is only meant to help the MVLA through a troubled time.","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Discusses Miss Cunningham's health and common knowledge of her excessive use of drugs.  MVLA's financial matters - wonders if complaints about Miss Tracy were valid.  Friends of hers pledged $150 to Mount Vernon as they were so impressed with the mansion and with Hollingsworth, who feels he is being spied upon.  Feels Miss Cunningham is beginning to cost Mount Vernon some of its friends and allies.","Copy. Appointed him Resident Secretary to live at Mount Vernon, to have exclusive control of Mansion and general care of the Estate. Also to employ and supervise employees, to receive money from boat and sales, to keep accounts at all times open to Regent and the Board, to report on same, to be empowered to draw on funds with consent and signature of Treasurer and chairman of the Committee. $2000 bond required. Signed by members of the committee. ER-8, p. 209","Copy. Special Committee of Vice Regents met to discuss reduction in Regent's active duties making it no longer necessary for her to live at Mount Vernon. Signed by several Vice Regents including Georgia, Wisconsin, Maine, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York. ER-8, p. 207","A.L.S. Had committee meeting at Hoffman House, and a legal meeting to prepare the Superintendent's commission. Vice Regents from Georgia, Connecticut, and Wisconsin present. Commission prepared by Mr. Sweat and Mr. Halsted of the Advisory Committee, latter was presen. Comments on its relation to the Regent's powers at Mount Vernon.  Superintendent is to have provisions from the estate, one room in Mansion or Office, draw his salary monthly.  Comments on prospects for bequests.  Judge and Mrs. Comegys agree with Committee.  Asks him to burn this letter.  Will send copy of his commission. ER-18, p. 19","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Held an informal committee meeting in New York with Mr. Halsted of the Advisory Committee. Drew up plan of action that Mrs. Hudson has already communicated to him. He is allowed for his \"own use, milk, butter, etc. from farm--indeed all the products in reasonable quantities for use of yourself and family according to 1st agreement made not signed.\"  Will see him in another month. ER-18, p. 258","A.L.S. Hillside. Regent has not decided whether her future home will be in Baltimore or Florida.  Council of June 1872 appoints a committee to meet November 8 to consider future care of Mount Vernon.  Advisory Committee defines Superintendent duties to relieve the Regent of many duties and obligation to be at Mount Vernon except when presiding at Council.  Mr. Corcoran's valuable assistance in this adjustment.  Climate very hard on the Regent, also difficult for Vice Regents meeting there. ER-8, p. 204","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends copy of commission.  Chairman Mrs. Mitchell will send original.  Tells him he has greater authority than Regent, Vice Regents or any other person.  He may use Mount Vernon products as needed.  The \"World\" has a report of the committee meeting. Sends him clipping to send to Regent.  His October report was better than expected.  Wants Washington relics for Mount Vernon.  Expects flag and staff for February 22.  Treat Mary McMakin as Regent's servant. ER-18, p. 21","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Wishes to discuss difficulties before the coming Council.  Miss Cunningham stays in Philadelphia on the doctor's orders.  Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Brooks suggest Mr. Hollingsworth for Superintendent position. Hardships in a winter Council, frozen river, Mansion's lack of heat, bedding, carpets, furniture, crockery, etc. ER-2, p. 247","A.L. Copy. Hillside. Says Vice Regents have resolved never to meet at Mount Vernon in summer.  No Vice Regent desires to take honor or position from the Regent, but because of failing health to relieve you of duties.  Council of 1872 appointed an \"able and most zealous committee\" and Mr. Hollingsworth  as \"secretary and treasurer.\"  Mr. Corcoran's valuable aid and advice in this adjustment.  Discusses date of Council, Vice Regents furnishing their rooms.  Fowler, James and Kirkland gave 10 iron settees worth $12.  Gift of $20, so has finished paying plumber's bill on furnace, etc. ER-8, p. 211","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Plans for Mrs. Halsted's coming visit. ER-2, p. 251","A.L.S. Sorry he is confused about matters with Miss Cunningham who at Council was voted to receive $1500, \"done with a moral obligation put upon her\" to leave Mount Vernon. Discusses use of several Mansion rooms.  Letter from \"Mrs. Gen. Lee\" gives sideboard, two knife cases to Mount Vernon and refers to disposition of Patent Office relics.  Sends $5 to Mount Vernon fund.  Plans to place photograph of Mrs. Lewis (from Stuart's painting) in her bedroom.  Has not heard from Miss Cunningham in a long time. W-94","A.L.S. Disappointed Mrs. Halsted cannot come for consultation.  Miss McMakin may take a government position.  Regrets Mrs. Barry's absence from next session. ER-2, p. 253","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to see Mrs. Mitchell in Washington. Mrs. Hudson reports Mitchell and Comegys saw Regent in Philadelphia and she does not intend to return to Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 36","A.L.S. She and Mrs. Comegys met with Regent in Philadelphia and planned for Regent's retirement. Great consideration to be shown her. ER-18, p. 252","A.L.S. Colross. Has heard from Hollingsworth that the Regent is coming to Mount Veron.  Suggests the $1500 from the MVLA he has forwarded to her be withdrawn unless she leave Mount Vernon and avoid MVLA matters.","A.L.S. Dover. Asks him to endorse enclosed letter to Miss Cunningham. Understands Miss Cunningham is quite offended at her. ER-5, p. 217","A.L. Incomplete. Written on House of Representatives letterhead. Probably written by Mrs. Mitchell. Asks about Mr. Cooke as the Association's banker. Executive Committee has the right to know what funds the Association has. The Regent's health prevents her attending to future business. She has written several of the Ladies to raise money \"to keep you along - until you can make more income.\" Efforts to get Washington's clothing and other articles from Patent Office. Professor Henry promised to send model of Bastille and other articles. There is now a business committee who hold themselves responsible for proper use and care of any articles acquired. Boxes in outbuildings may contain some of Washington's papers and books.  ER-5, p. 62","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent is in Washington and would like to confer with him on \"official affairs.\" Would like a report on Mount Vernon during her absence.  Her illness has made her \"negligent of her official duties,\" but is ready to resume her activities. ER-16, p. 53","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Forwards her son-in-law's proposition, sale of books at Mount Vernon. Wants to send down a greenhouse book and reports to Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham wants to call Council to get funds to run the estate. Asks about present financial state. ER-5, p. 193","A.L.S. Stratford. Tells him to consult with Mrs. Mason who acts for her and Mrs. Mitchell,  and with Mr. Corcoran.  Thinks he can draw interest money from bank. ER-18, p. 22","A.L. Draft. A justification of her actions and admonishing those who oppose her. ER-11, p. 123","A.L.S. Endless repairs at Mount Vernon and difficulties in raising funds are disheartening.  Disagrees with Regent's idea that publishing Mrs. Sweat's father's bequest of $500 would stimulate public's giving.  No response from Knight Templars or Masons.  Mary McMakin holds family reunions at Mount Vernon in winter.  Gives her opinion of why Miss McMakin and mother were chosen to stay at Mount Vernon.  Hopes Regent will adjust unfortunate affairs and an investigation be made. ER-17, p. 179","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill.  Discusses upcoming election and a visit with her son. Could not meet with Mrs. Eve because she was ill. Wishes Miss Cunningham would stay in Philadelphia. Discusses Constitution drafted by Mr. Petigru.","A.L.S. Tuesday. Sends her a letter from Mr. Shides (Strider?) in reference to an advance of $5000.  Suggests a payment to McMakins. ER-14, p. 63","A.L.S. Monday. After sending her a \"budget\" at Willard's, she received a message from Mr. D. about relics and advises prompt action. ER-14, p. 63","A.L.S. Thursday. Asks him to drop her a line. Hopes to hear of Mrs. M. (Mitchell?). Has advised the Regent not to return to Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 57","A.L.S. Tuesday the 10th. In his note he did not mention the note she sent enclosing $5 for the MVLA. She needs the Regent's signature for funds but does not know where she is. Wants to know if she has decided to stay away from Mount Vernon. Discusses her dislike of Miss McMakin and Miss Cunningham's retirement. ER-14, p. 61","A.L.S. Thursday. Re the servants, his new responsibilities, and $1500 allowed to Miss Cunningham and freedom given her. ER-14, p. 55","A.L.S. Asks him to assist Miss Cunningham in getting away.  Feels herself inefficient in aiding him. ER-14, p. 57","A.L.S. Staten Island. Friday the 23rd). Is returning to Colross soon and is anxious to hear of Miss Cunningham and the departure of the \"obnoxious family.\" Hopes Miss Cunningham will not return until things are better between her and Council. Mrs. Sweat said her story of Miss Cunningham differs from Mrs. Hudson but she believes this is a misunderstanding. ER-14, p. 61","A.L.S. Doubts she will be able to attend meeting of the Association. Gives Mrs. Chace her proxy since they are on the same committee.","A.L.S. August. Details of Miss Cunningham leaving Mount Vernon and turning over responsibilities to Hollingsworth. They are now moving in the right direction. For so long her illness prevented better direction of Mount Vernon's affairs to the detriment of the public's opinion, \"it is not too late for you to regain the respect of the public \u0026 suspended love of the Ladies (who could not longer be held up for public ridicule) who were fond of their Regent \u0026 so devoted to her comfort, that they forbore long in interfering.\"","A.L.S. Jacksonville.  Divisive measures not pleasant but necessary. She is now chairman of the Executive Committee but wishes to run all major issues by the Regent first. \"Will you let me be your friend?\" Approves of Colonel Hollingsworth who seems to be a gentleman. He has had to redo some of the goverment's previous work at Mount Vernon. Thinks the public will view them better now \"that we have a man at the head of the working department.\" Asks approval to move idle funds under the care of Mr. Cooke over to the endowment fund.","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Was unable to see Mr. Cooke.  Requests him to join her in Washington.  Mr. Hollingsworth is at the forefront because of present lack of MVLA popularity. Sees no need for a Council. ER-18, p. 244","A.L.S. House of Representatives letterhead. Discusses approaching Congress with a bill for more money. If Miss Cunningham comes to Mount Vernon, he should be polite but firm with her that she cannot stay long and entertain guests. All rooms in the Mansion need to remain open to visitors. ER-18, p. 253","Letterbook copy. Marked \"After Council of 1872.\" She returns a copy of the report she made to Council and retains her own copy.  Found accounting sent to her inadequate and lacking in analysis.  Notes details re household expenses, sales, wages, furniture, etc., so she made only general statements in her report.  Asks about audit of expenses for 1870-71 at informal meeting in New York.  Urges setting up an efficient set of books that can be shown, daily records periodically balanced, report on expenditures.  This will forestall critics.  There was a day by day Record of 1858 Council but no others, which would be invaluable.","A.L.S. Would confine \"action of Council to only absolutely essential points\" already discussed: Regent's salary, committee to authorize use of funds and income, reports on exact conditions, attempting to pay all bills for a few years.  Will send Mrs. Chace's proxy.  Suggests Mr. Hollingsworth should be called \"Residential Secretary\" of the MVLA, not Superintendent. ER-18, p. 121","A.L. Draft. Miss Cunningham asked for legal opinions on the MVLA Constitution years ago including David Paul Brown, a well-known lawyer from Philadelphia. It has also been discussed by Mr. Comegys, Mr. Hudson, etc. Her brother left Mount Vernon, her mother is ill but will leave soon when she can or be \"carried in her coffin - either way - I hope the Ladies will then be satisfied.\" Regrets that she and other Vice Regents did not approve of her recent Report. ER-11, p. 203","A.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Mitchell may have Mrs. Mason as Chairman. Mr. Hollingsworth states Mount Vernon funds are gone. No money to pay for anything for past the month. ER-18, p. 23","A.L.S. Will not be at Council, plans to go to Europe.  Re change in Constitution, present amendments, advises continuing present policies, opposes Regent's living at Mount Vernon.  Discipline should be done \"inside our ranks.\"  Re withdrawal of Mrs. Morse and Mrs. LeVert.  She explains in detail her own attitudes toward present difficulties in MVLA.  Thinks efforts should be centered on supporting Mr. Hollingsworth.  The present not a good time for suggesting changes. ER-18, p. 119","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Thinks Regent is right about chairman and committees.  She is on Committee for defining duties of Superintendent, and Regent holds power.  Suggests asking Regent to call Council and present the idea of regular Committee meetings \"on all matters separately.\"  Discusses current accounting of money.   Plans to go to Europe but will leave Mrs. Sweat as her proxy. ER-18, p. 203","A.L.S. Albion House, Baltimore. Writes for her mother, who is in Baltimore for medical treatment.  Mrs. Mason approves Mrs. Hudson's plan and also of advising with Mr. Corcoran. ER-14, p. 63","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Interpretation of her committee work differs from Regent's.  Will write Mr. Cooke to allow him to draw on funds except endowment and monument funds.  Asks him to ask Mrs. Sweat if Mrs. Mitchell is chairman of Committee on Secretaries or Executive Committee.  Writes of Regent's retirement and use of funds, disposition of Regent's boxes.  Wants Regent to call Council. ER-18, p. 204","A.L.S. Portland. Even if Hudson, Mitchell and Sweat could present plan to reorganize Mount Vernon more efficiently, all Vice Regents would not be of their opinion.  Presents a letter to Hollingsworth for Mrs. Hudson to read and forward.  Regent agrees to give Mr. Hollingsworth Mount Vernon funds.  His commission was one Mrs. Hudson saw in New York, and was drawn up by herself.  Minutes should be copied for each Vice Regent but failed to get it done at last Council. Only two copies of 1870 Minutes made up in rough fashion before Council of 1872.  Re authorizing for investments and drawing money given to the Regent and by a Finance Committee.  Sends her some amendments and her proxy.  Discusses Regent's residence at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 123","A.L.S. Portland. Urges him to assume all the authority of title Resident Secretary given him by action of commission from the Committee and authorized by Grand Council.  Miss Cunningham's retirement planned.  His \"present pecuniary deficiency is annoying.\"  ER-18, p. 124","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Regent gives order to Mr. Cooke for small amount. Plans for Miss Cunningham's retirement as Regent. ER-18, p. 205","A.L.S. He doesn't have authority to do anything about books. Doubts Regent will come back to Mount Vernon. Discusses Mr. Wineberger working on accounts. They will share glory of \"that money adventure.\" Always consult the Regent when it is her right under the constitution. ER-5, p. 193","A.L.S. Jacksonville. The Executive Committee formed to hire a Superintendent to assure he had full power at Mount Vernon and that he did his duties. Vice Regents had reasonable complaint with Regent, for she allowed Mount Vernon to fall into deterioration, and willheld financial matters from the Board therefore they have taken it on themselves to correct certain problems.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Defense of her own actions as Regent.  She never failed to report finances at Council. Implies that as Chairman of the Executive Committee, Mrs. Mitchell has illegally usurped Regent's duties and such a position in the MVLA was not ever defined. ER-11, p. 167","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham wishes to consult Mrs. Halsted.  Frozen river prevents her from getting papers at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 255","A.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Regent's cotton mill burnt. Received iron settees for Mount Vernon. Engravings framed.  Rembrandt Peale's heirs offer Association \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting. Barlow's estimate for repairing this painting.  Masonic contributions for flag staff. ER-6, p. 2","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Wrote to Regent trying to bring her to terms, plans for her retirement, her boxes to be in safe keeping until sent to her.  Needs Mrs. Mason's and Mrs. Hudson's consent to plan. ER-18, p. 206","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Likes amendments, thinks they need strong backing of Vice Regents if presented to Council.  Has written Regent, encloses this letter for her and Mrs. Sweat to read and forward to Hollingsworth to read and forward to Regent. ER-18, p. 207","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Change in financial affairs of Peale heirs may affect gift of picture.  Mentions depleted finances of Association. Some Vice Regents suggest change in constitution. Asks for information re meeting in New York. ER-2, p. 257","A.L.S. San Rafael. Illness interrupts her work.  Will publish every statement that can do justice to Mount Vernon cause.  Received report of last Council. ER-8, p. 252","A.L.S. Stratford. Wants Mr. Halsted to see Mrs. Mason who thinks as she does re Regent.  Mr. Halsted will claim flag staff from Robeson. Mrs. Halsted has procured 10 iron settees, also received notice that Peale heirs have given the painting to the MVLA.  Wants accounts kept exactly.  Suggestions for calling Council.  He will soon receive a letter which he is to read and send Regent. He has authority to draw on endowment fund and its interest.  His reports to be sent to the Chairman of the Committee.  Suggests borrowing $300 from Mr. Corcoran. ER-18, p. 25","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Has not heard from Regent re application to Congress, probably thinks the time for it not good. ER-18, p. 208","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Sweat and Hudson think Regent should be pressed to call Council this spring before Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell leave for Europe.  Thinks Council could do little about Regent's retirement.  He has accounting of money collected at Mount Vernon, papers belonging to Miss Cunningham, appropriation for her while living away from Mount Vernon.  Hopes for contribution from Masons. ER-18, p. 209","A.L.S. Letter adhered to larger sheets - cut from a scrapbook. Portland. A contradiction of charges made by The Boston Globe against the MVLA.  Feels that in the face of several hostile attacks upon the Association she ought not to remain silent. It was necessary for MVLA to charge admission to Mount Vernon to keep up the estate.  The MVLA has never done anything to destroy the integrity of the Mansion nor will it. They cannot furnish house exactly as it was since they hold few original pieces.  Defends the ladies in their efforts against charges of being incompetent and unreasonable.","A.L.S. Newark. Re iron settees, gift of Messrs. Fowler, James \u0026 Kirkland.  Engravings shipped, gift of S. T. Gordon.  Framed card for Lafayette room shipped.  Discusses flag staff. ER-6, p. 2","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. His report is gratifying.  Hopes to hear from him about furnishing the Martha Washington room, wants to occupy it at Council if not already assigned. ER-18, p. 210","A.L.S. Newark. Collecting money to restore Rembrandt Peale painting. Barlow will do work for $270. Regent never again to live at Mount Vernon, should retire. Will preside at next Council. Dr. Hodge died. Cotton mill burned. ER-6, p. 3","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plate of Washington Arms. Carving to be done in Washington. Possible loan of one at Mount Vernon. Lossing had his made from a copy loaned by Washington family. ER-2, p. 259","A.L.S. Stratford. Re Washington newspaper account of Committee. Virginia legislature to investigate Mount Vernon affairs.  Approves the appointment and declares Virginia has been derelict in her duties.  Plans for next council, declares the Superintendent has the Regent's favor.  Unfavorable criticism in Boston and Richmond papers.  Hopes Regent will resign.  Will publish Mrs. Halsted's article on Peale painting. ER-18, p. 27","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks how much the Association owes him. Endowment fund interest is available to him. Inauguration time not profitable to Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Halsted thinks Regent wants to resign.  Plans Council for late April.  Approves investigation by Virginia Legislature. Reports Peale heirs' gift of painting. ER-18, p. 26","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Will attend Council and bring English friend who will require a room for one night.  Mentions small items she will bring for her room. ER-18, p. 211","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Hopes to correct mismanagements and continue work quietly.  Plan for Regent's expenses when not at Mount Vernon.  Suggestions for committees to carry on work.  Is quite satisfied with his purchases. ER-18, p. 212","A.L.S. Anticipates no difficulties with Virginia Committee, writes her views on their investigation of Mount Vernon.  Regarding preparations for Council, asks her to act as Secretary of Council pro tem.  Refers to receiving Peale's picture. ER-18, p. 160","A.L.S. Newark. Re Mrs. Mitchell's and Mrs. Sweat's ideas for next Council, money for renovating \"the painting\" should come from north.  She has been absent from Council three years.  ER-6, p. 4","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Re Regent's resignation, appointment of committees, retaining Mr. Hollingsworth, becoming independent of adverse criticism, who has the right to handle funds. Asks her to write a paper on the Association's difficulties to be kept with Mount Vernon records. ER-18, p. 213","A.L.S. Stratford. Re the gift of a flag staff, need for flag. ER-18, p. 28","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges her to call Council in April when weather is mild.  Did not see Miss Cunningham when in Washington, called home suddenly by death of brother.  Did see Barlow about frame and referred him to Mrs. Halsted. ER-8, p. 213","A.L.S. Newark. Gift of settees from Mr. Fowler to arrive next week, with half-dozen door mats from Lord, Robbins \u0026 Co.  Asks for measurements of Banquet Hall, number of stairs in main hall (for carpet and brass preservers), if notice over Lafayette room was replaced with \"framed ticket.\" ER-6, p. 5","A.L.S. New York. Will communicate contents of his letter to Mrs. Sweat, Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Halsted as \"we four pull together.\"  Mrs. Halsted writes Regent re Council, asks if Mr. Sykes will give a parlor for meeting which will be in early May. Will have plan of meeting carefully made, one day in Washington and one at Mount Vernon.  Asks him for short condensed reports for Minutes.  Asks if Regent signed his commission and about the Virginia legislative investigating committee.  Mrs. Sweat was appointed the Secretary of Council last year. If she is absent Mrs. Hudson to act for her.  Accepts his invitation to stay at his home during Council. ER-18, p. 29","A.L.S. Re the location to hang the Peale painting. Thinks Council should be held on May 14. ER-2, p. 261","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Washington, D.C. Formal call to Grand Council May 14. ER-2, p. 264","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham anticipates her visit.  Wants Peale painting hung for Council, presentation by Mrs. Underwood to be held May 13.  Appointment of Mrs. Barnes as Vice Regent for DC. The Vice Regent of West Virginia \"puts down machinations of Briggs and Co.\" ER-2, p. 263","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent desires ladies to assemble at Imperial Hotel on May 13 to decide program for Council. Suggests possible accommodations and boat service. ER-16, p. 58","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. After Vice Regents arrive they will decide on whether sessions will be held in Washington or at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 265","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent sends extracts from a letter received from the Vice Regent of West Virginia who is working with legislators in Richmond.  New investigation favors Association. Hopes to silence slanders by investigation and public report. Judge Thomas, a senator (Alexandria resident), on committee to visit Mount Vernon when Council meets, and Governor promises to be there.  Public to be made aware that Association invited the investigation.  Note re vouchers for June payments. ER-16, p. 55","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Asks if Vice Regents have selected their rooms for Council.  Would like Martha Washington room on the third floor. Asks for dimensions so she can furnish it.  Mrs. Halsted discourages work on Mount Vernon lodges. ER-18, p. 214","A.L.S. Stratford. Notifies Mrs. Hudson he is sending check for $200 for flag staff,  will try to raise more. ER-18, p. 30","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Mrs. Hudson's letter reports visit of Investigation Committee to Mount Vernon and results. Suggests holding Council in Washington, Vice Regents paying their own expenses or staying with friends. ER-18, p. 217","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Looks for announcement of date of Council (if one is to be held). Suggests holding it at Mr. Sykes Hotel in Washington and having one of the committee, either Vice Regent Mrs. Eve or Mrs. Comegys go to Mount Vernon and report on its present condition. Other matters to bring before Council including appointment of a standing Executive Committee for general work on whom active duties will devolve until next Council. Thinks another meeting desirable. ER-18, p. 216","A.L.S. Newark. Asks him to take down oil cloth in Banquet Hall to make room for the Peale painting.  Restoration of painting to be done at Mount Vernon by Mr. Harry Barlow in Banquet Hall.  Detailed information re steps to be taken to prepare for the painting restoration. ER-6, p. 6","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Suggests Peale painting presentation have \"national air.\" Invitations to the Governor and Virginia Board.  Mrs. Washington of West Virginia helps adjust difficulties from publicity given \"illegal set\" of legislature and Mr. Sykes employs ex-governor Welles for same. ER-2, p. 267","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent did not receive your letter announcing Mrs. Winthrop's withdrawal. Has been difficult trying to find a new Vice Regent for Massachusetts. ER-16, p. 54","A.L.S. New York. Acknowledges Regent's letter of sympathy on death of her father.  Is moving out of state of Ohio so offers her resignation. ER-2, p. 234","A.L. Betsey Mason writes beginning of the letter and her daughter finishes it. Assures him General Johnson will be cooperative re Mount Vernon affairs.  Sideboard still at Green's warehouse, Alexandria, some old tables, engraving of \"Aunt Lewis\" is a beautiful portrait and she can also get one of her father.  Note in pencil, \"Mrs. Mason's last letter.\" W-94","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Received notice for Council.  In interest of Mount Vernon, makes following suggestions: that growth of organization now demands some changes in administation policy - Vice Regents want, under her leadership, more active participation ER-18, p. 219","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Would prefer that Council be held at the Imperial Hotel.  Funds are low because of a large number of extra expenses over the past year.","A.L.S. San Rafael. Not able to attend next Council so asks Mrs. Comegys to be her proxy. ER-17, p. 186","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Received his \"very satisfactory report\" for March.  Refers to her former letter on plan for coming to Council and she will not shirk her task.  Asks him to engage room for her at Sykes Hotel. ER-18, p. 220","A.L.S. Hillside. Settees and door mats shipped on April 14. Gives donors names.  Hopes Mr. Barlow is getting on with restoring the painting.  Mr. Douglas making frame, also Bible stand, both from black walnut tree grown on Robert Norris' farm. ER-6, p. 8","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mary McMakin write first half of the letter, then Miss Cunningham adds her own comments. Assures Mrs. Halsted she will give her such authority as she desires for coming presentation and program of Peale picture to MVLA. ER-2, p. 269","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Expected to attend Council but cool weather prevents it.  Has sent her views and her proxy to Mrs. Comegys. ER-18, p. 224","A.L.S. Stratford. Goes to Washington.  Mrs. Mitchell wants Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Halsted to meet with her before Council. Asks him to meet her train. ER-18, p. 31","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Will not be at Council but Vice Regents know her views.  Hopes reporters will be admitted to Council.  Association has nothing to hide and prefers world to know all. ER-18, p. 222","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Asks her to help fill vacancy of Vice Regent of Minnesota.  ER-11, p. 170","A.L.S. Newark. Frame for painting under care of Mr. Barlow to be shipped. Received no word of settees. ER-6, p. 9","A.L.S. Detroit. Received notice of meeting the 14th.  Miss Cunningham has twice said she would resign and thinks she will do so at next Council.  Likes Mrs. Hudson's program and thinks she will have little opposition. ER-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Brattleboro. Not able to attend Council on account of her health.  Asks Mrs. Comegys to act as her proxy.  Fear from Regent's not residing at Mount Vernon \"that something has taken place that is not agreeable\" to her. ER-11, p. 232","Feels that unless her health improves, she must resign as Regent.  Officially announces she is no longer able to reside at Mount Vernon.  Did so originally only on a temporary basis.  Mentions her yielding to Vice Regents. She received the $7000 grant from Congress in 1871 and by 1872 when Hollingsworth became Superintendent she left to his care $1272.54 without any debt.  Still just need for funds to keep Mount Vernon adequately maintained. Agrees Mount Vernon will prosper under care of Hollingsworth.","A.L.S. Newark. Frame for Rembrandt painting shipped. Have boxes opened, ready for Mr. Barlow to put picture in frame. ER-6, p. 10","A.L.S. Regent regrets not having seen him but the investigating committee will be at Mount Vernon on Wednesday, and if they are willing to stay over night, Regent asks him to accommodate them.  Governor unable to attend. ER-16, p. 56","A.L.S. Portland. Appointment of Mrs. Hudson as guardian of the Association's records with consent of the Council in the absence of the Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 125","A.L.S. Baltimore. Asks about sending her proxy if unable to attend meeting.  Will vote with Regent. ER-13, p. 32","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Advises several improvements at Mount Vernon including rebuilding and repair of colonnades, flooring of kitchen, and construction of a well.  Recommends these improvements be made with other money than that of revenue of the estate and boats. Praises the employees of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 63","A.L.S. Re Regent's retirement, putting Mount Vernon under charge of Committees empowered by Council to call meetings when necessary. ER-18, p. 223","Committee has engaged Hollingsworth as secretary in charge of affairs at Mount Vernon. He has been satisfactory and committee recommends he be continued in this office. Estate in dilapidated condition, \"having fallen into incompetent hands during the illness of the Regent.\" Difficulties in making the Regent leave. Recommend all rooms in Mansion be open to public. Also build house for Superintendent.  Signed by Martha Mitchell. L-12","Draft of the Council Minutes, May 1873.","Handwritten draft by Mary McMakin. Miss Cunningham's last opening address to Council. ER-8, p. 220","A.L.S. Because of attacks on MVLA, suggest that Miss Cunningham be asked to retire until the Association is freed from charges made against the Board, and that a Regent pro tem and Executive Committee take charge. They agree with W. W. Corcoran that Hollingsworth is the right man for his appointment. Minutes of Council should be carefully recorded. ER-8, p. 122","Draft of the Council Minutes, May 17, 1873.","A.L.S. Dover. Pained to learn of misunderstandings in the Association.  Mrs. Comegys advised Regent to retire for the present.  The superintendency of Mount Vernon is becoming too arduous and exacting for one in her delicate health and with her extremely sensitive nature.  But care should be made so as not to hurt her, \"but for her efforts...there never would have been any such institution...nor any such distinguished body\" as the MVLA.  Note attached from Mrs. Comegys to Mrs. Halsted suggesting Judge Comegys' letter be shown to the Regent.  ER-8, p. 215","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Requests Mrs. Halsted to preside while illness keeps Regent from Council.  (Penciled note on page \"Last letter from Regent from Washington or Mt V.\" ER-2, p. 270","Receipt written by Susan Hudson who sent a copy of Johnson's opinion on Mount Vernon to Miss Cunningham who signed it. ER-11, p. 169","A.L.S. Savannah. Asks Hollingsworth to send to her drawings of the \"Lodges and Gates.\" Thinks she can get a friend to donate $100 for one of the gates.  If no architectural drawings, sketches will be fine. ER-18, p. 225","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Sorry not to attend Council but she was not needed as they \"did splendidly.\"  Called at Mount Vernon Saturday and \"everything in splendid condition.\" ER-18, p. 226","A.L.S. Desire of several Vice Regents and the Regent to change the location of Council as Mount Vernon cannot afford to make accommodations for every Vice Regent. Signed by Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson. ER-18, p. 125","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Notification of Grand Council. ER-11, p. 169","A.L.S. New York. Regent permits Mrs. Mitchell's artist friends to remain over night at Mount Vernon and sleep in Washington's room. Will settle expenses.  Daughter will write a fine letter which Mrs.  Mitchell will put in a New York paper.  Expects tablet for schools, gift will come soon. ER-18, p. 227","A.L.S. Newark. Received check for $25.  Mrs. Brooks gave $20 for frame.  Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Halsted started idea of buying Rembrandt Peale painting in 1870, now it is in Mansion and paid for. ER-6, p. 11","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Reply to her letter of the 4th to the Secretary of the Interior, re moving relics from Patent Office to Mount Vernon.  Understands Vice Regents favor returning to Arlington House those taken from there during Civil War.  Liggett favors sending all to Mount Vernon with understanding none be returned to Lee family.  Asks MVLA for such statement.  Note in pencil says Vice Regents refused. W-94","A.L.S. Palmetto. Family friend of Miss Cunningham, initials A.M. Cannot join her for a trip South for family reasons.  Asks her to send her some newspapers from Washington, D.C. Sorry Miss Cunningham had to resign as requested but glad such a capable woman could take over for her.","A.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Requests payment of bill for services in application to General Assembly on interference of vested rights. ER-5, p. 64","A.L.S. New York. Pleased with \"account of your gathering.\"  Asks for plan for gates, would like all matters about these settled before she leaves New York. Plans for Lodges can be sent her in Milwaukee. ER-18, p. 228","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for her report.  Her father gives $1000 to pay off indebtedness and the rest goes to endowment funds.  Mr. Hollingsworth's reports shows Mount Vernon balance of $93.79.  Miss Cunningham wishes her farewell address published.  She thinks it is a mistake at this time, may print at her own expense and let Miss Cunningham distribute as she wishes.  Being Regent takes much time.  Declares how her own report is not as good as last one by Mrs. Barry.  Asks for room she may furnish and receives list of vacant rooms with dimensions.  Mrs. Lee will not turn Washington relics over to Mount Vernon from Patent Office, but when this personal property is returned to her, will make gifts, has given two pieces of furniture already.  Mr. Childs gives $500 to endowment.  Minutes printed by General Barnes.  Approves cot beds for Council.  Fragments of anothe letter in folder. ER-8, p. 217","A.L.S. Charlestown. Wrote Captain Frank re boat service as she plans to take about six relatives of Washington to spend the night at Mount Vernon.  Plans other excursions to raise funds. ER-14, p. 118","A.L.S. Misunderstanding re Vice Regent rooms.  Unfortunate that Mrs. Hudson put her name over door upstairs and not starting work in lower parlor or giving up room to Illinois. Mrs. Eve still insists she selected the parlor when Association first began furnishing the Mansion.  Sorry Mrs. Sweat read the confidential letter to Mrs. Halsted.  Mrs. Yulee has central hall and Mrs. Walker's room on other side.  Hall left with original flooring.  Comments on Mrs. Pitch's memorial gateway, brick walls from each side of garden to gate.  Council gave Hollingsworth $100 gift and two weeks vacation.  Council was pleasant, much work done, largest attendance on record. ER-18, p. 229","A.L.S. New York. Would have preferred an official report from her signed, a copy for each Vice Regent to have published in her local papers.  Should hint at plan of Finance Committee. Former neglect that now requires large investments.  Wants an official statement from Regent for general distribution. ER-18, p. 230","A.L.S. Impending visit of the Committee of the Virginia legislature. Carpet has not arrived. ER-5, p. 70","A.L.S. New York. All shocked at Vice Regent Halsted's giving confidential letter to Council.  Likes Mrs. Halsted but \"she does not quite take in the genius and spirit which should guide us.\"  Now past the begging stage, may seek particular objects but work should be quietly done always to restore to Washington's period.  All commended Mr. Hollingsworth and Major Blake.  Mrs. Berghmans presided.  Will write the Superintendent for drawing and estimates of gateway and send to Mrs. Hudson or Mr. Fitch. ER-18, p. 231","A.L.S. New York. Wrote on the 12th re plans for Gates and Lodges. Wants to arrange with an Iron Co. to make gates.  Asks for dimensions of room Mrs. Hudson occupied at last Council as she wishes to furnish it.  Grand Master of Wisconsin Lodges asked Masons to erect a mausoleum for Washington at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Pair of mules purchased. ER-5, p. 65","A.L.S. New York. Regrets Mrs. Hudson was not at Council.  \"Feeling of kindness pervaded all.\"  Selection of rooms discussed, some question re \"old Council room,\" whether assigned to Mrs. Eve or Mrs. Hudson. Public more interested in results of furnishing. ER-18, p. 235","A.L.S. Newark. Re their discussion on the colonnades she wished rebuilt of iron, an exact imitation of the present ones.  Wants data re architectural merchants and drawings for same.  Has the Rembrandt Peale painting been received?  Has window been filled in with brick to protect painting from rain?  What does public think of it?  Thinks Congress will be asked for $10,000 for restoration of barns, stables, etc.  Mr. Halsted is one of four appointed to purchase Washington Headquarters in Morristown for State Historical Society. Went with him and hopes to get the mirror Washington used. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him for names of Knight Templars in Stratford, will seek Masonic aid for Mount Vernon.  Asks if work on his house is satisfactory, other details of repairs noted, papers to be cared for.  Judge Thomas sends Peale deed. Act making the Superintendent the conservator of peace.  Tells him to have badges made for servants.  All of former Regent's papers are to be carefully guarded at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 42","A.L.S. Stratford. Refers to Regent's retirement and letters from new Regent who is struggling with Mount Vernon's financial problems.  Urges him to answer letters promptly.  Says Judge Thomas will make him \"Conservator of the Peace.\" ER-18, p. 33","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Printed Miss Cunningham's Farewell Address on slips at her own expense and sends to Miss Cunningham for distribution as she sees fit.  Mr. Sykes' bill for Miss Cunningham, maid, secretary and friend from 1869-71, $227.37 to be settled. Salary in arrears of $501 paid. ER-8, p. 221","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Receipts at Mount Vernon good. Can pay him arrears salary. Drought affects fruits. ER-5, p. 65","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Authorizes payment of a bill as superintendent he is now attending to such matters. ER-16, p. 57","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Digging of new well. ER-5, p. 65","A.L.S. Portland. Instructs him on behalf of the Executive Committee not to copy Council Minutes into \"the Book,\" but to see if he has any papers re previous Councils or records from which data can be made.  Mr. McDermott might be employed on such papers.  Asks for data on Regent's permit to reduce fares, on Alexandria gate and passengers, carelessness of Captain in handling passenger accounts. ER-18, p. 127","A.L.S. Newark. Colonnades restoration, plans for Peale painting, and pedestals.  Mansion and cottages, directions for painting roofs.  Flag and flag staff for public.  Mansion, heating system, anthracite coal.  Malarial infection. ER-6, p. 13","A.L.S. San Francisco. Realized arduous duties of Regent had encroached too much on her time and health, but still was \"startled\" at idea of change of Regent. Assures Miss Cunningham her official and personal relations with her have been most pleasant. ER-8, p. 253","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Has just read of Miss Cunningham's resignation and Mrs. Berghman's appointment . The first notice of MVLA she has seen since the war and wonders if it means a reorganization.  Sends notice of Mrs. Murat's death and obituary written at that time. ER-10, p. 99","A.L.S. Dover. Seconds her views re Mount Vernon restorations.  Sends picture of Summer House which he carefully made in 1855. Can depend upon its accuracy in form, proportions, etc. Comments on his drawings and engravings of South end of Mansion with portico. May have original drawing.  Asks if Miss Cunningham has retired.  Advocates reproducing original colonnade, also Summer House. ER-7, p. 284","A.L.S. Healing Springs, Virginia. Rembrandt Peale painting, plans for rebuilding colonnades and lost Portico by library. Hopes Mr. Corcoran will rebuild Summer house. \"Arrow\" not considered seaworthy by many. Miss Cunningham reportedly insulting to some visitors in previous years. Many anxious to visit Mount Vernon frequently if any safe means of transportation were available. ER-6, p. 14","A.L.S. Healing Springs, Virginia. Mrs. Briggs to write article contradicting report to Mrs. Halsted and others of morning conference with Vice Regents re the Regent. Surgeon General Barnes is to furnish flag and flagstaff. ER-6, p. 15","A.L.S. Stratford. Hears often from Mrs. Berghmans about her work. Increasing endowment fund, news about Mr. Sykes' hotel bill, the money to be paid Miss Cunningham and the desk she is to have.  Instructions for making furniture. Mrs. Farnsworth pleased with last Council proceedings and approves Mrs. Berghmans for Regent.  Right of Regent to send investigating committee to Mount Vernon.  Refers to Mrs. Sweat's letter to Miss Cunningham forwarded to Superintendent to send to Regent.  Finds Charter does not permit Regent to send investigating Committee. ER-18, p. 35","A.L.S. Stratford. Refers to sickness at Mount Vernon. Keeping the place clean. Asks if Old Jim is still alive. Send regards to Sarah and Nathan. Wrote Regent of plan to put plates on furniture with donor's name and history. ER-18, p. 37","A.L.S. Torrisdale. No money to rebuild Summer House and colonnades.  Superintendent's receipts only offset expenditures.  Bank balance was $20 at last Council.  To meet amount owed Miss Cunningham she borrowed from the endowment gift of her father.  Suggests Vice Regents become active for endowment to provide for needed repairs.  Mrs. Thomson promises $250 and expects more subscriptions.  Miss Cunningham misunderstood Mr. Corcoran in re to rebuilding Summer House.  Her report seems to have brought subscriptions - sent whole edition, 100 copies of Miss Cunningham's farewell address to her.  Question of $1000 appropriation for history of the Association.  Aims to have a substantial endowment by next Council.  Questions of rebuilding colonnades and Portico in wood or iron. ER-8, p. 223","A.L.S. Stratford. Re letters from the Vice Regents for him to read and forward one to Regent and take note for Mr. Cooke.  Asked Mrs. Sweat to copy Resolution from Minutes on appointment of Committee, to take to Mr. Cooke with voucher from Mrs. Mitchell, which gives Superintendent the \"power of Treasurer.\" Asks him to pay with checks.  Refers to key to safe. ER-18, p. 34","A.L.S. Re excursions to Mount Vernon by boat. ER-18, p. 133","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Visited Mount Vernon, grounds in order, house neat.  Withdrew Masonic fund of $822.04 from J. Cooke \u0026 Co and invested in government bonds.  Commends her not voting on Miss Cunningham's salary. Supposed her dependent on salary.  Mrs. Eve recommends a Vice Regent for Tennessee and Mrs. Halsted one for Virginia.  Asks propriety of making appointments while Regent is pro tem.  Hollingsworth reports $26.69 balance.  Will start rebuilding Summer House only if Mr. Corcoran finances it.  Decides to furnish room next to Lafayette Room or one across from it. ER-8, p. 229","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Pleased with his work. Discusses possibility of selling pears from Mount Vernon. Expects to visit the estate soon. Is a gardener needed? ER-5, p. 67","A.L.S. Brooklyn, New York. Re transportation for a pedigreed calf that has been given her for Mount Vernon.  Asks about boat contract, the Regent's young husband, etc. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Torrisdale. \"Economical arrangements\" approved. Doctor bill for servants at Mount Vernon. Welsh's application for job of head gardener turned down. Thanks him for use of his horse on the farm. ER-5, p. 67","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Mr. Corcoran's intention to rebuild Summer House. Appointing a new Vic e Regent for Virginia. Finding a purchaser for a painting. Death of Miss Cunningham's mother in South Carolina. Miss Cunningham to be in Washington until November and then to go South. ER-5, p. 11","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Difficulties over getting Mrs. Aaron Brown of Nashville for Vice Regent for Tennessee. Wishes Council at earlier time than June. It was previously made in June to put off Mrs. Chace, or Mrs. Sweat or Mrs. Mitchell. Now that they are all friends, they should consider a healthier time of year. Mrs. Ball seems suitable as a Vice Regent. She has scheme for the colonnades. Wants son-in-law to deliver an address for this project. \"We can have our [Iron ?] colonnades put by Georgia.\" Appointed cousin, ex-governor Jenkins as member of Advisory Committee in her state. Miss Cunningham angry with her. Wishes she had agreed to leave Mount  Vernon when they first talked of it. ER-5, p. 196","A.L.S. Nordington, near Charlestown. Re pedigreed calf. Boat contract and prospective visit to Washington.  Plans for Mount Vernon holiday entertainment. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Leesburg. Accepts the nomination as Vice Regent for Virginia. ER-14, p. 131","A.L.S. Beall-Air. Governor Walker of Virginia wishes to visit Mount Vernon.  Suggests Regent send him an official invitation inviting the Governor of West Virginia at same time.  Recently had a long sad letter from Miss Cunningham. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Governor Walker of Virginia to visit Mount Vernon on November 11. Leaves arrangements for luncheon to the Superintendent. ER-5, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Change in Governor Walker's plans. Will arrive on November 19. ER-5, p. 70","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Washington writes that Governor Walker of Virginia will visit Mount Vernon on November 19, asks Mrs. Halsted and her husband to join her there at that time.  Mrs. Ball accepts as Vice Regent for Virginia and Mrs. Brown for Tennessee.  Finds Miss Cunningham invited Governor to visit Mount Vernon in November. ER-8, p. 231","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Comegys for ceding her Mount Vernon room she had chosen. Will endeavor to furnish it appropriately.  Expects Governor Walker will visit Mount Vernon, wants also Judge and Mrs. Comegys, Mr. and Mrs. Halsted, Advisory Committee members resident in Washington, Mrs. Barnes, Mrs. Washington, Mrs. Ball to all come as well. Approves plans for endowment fund. Will ask Miss Cushman to read for it. ER-17, p. 188","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Acknowledges her assistance at last two Councils.  Importance of choosing Vice Regents. Give each a credential card and copy of Record.  Gives brief history of each. Vice Regent for Minnesota filled. Alabama vacant.  Refers to Vice Regents attempts to remove her from office.  Believes she possesses the only true lock of Washington's hair and locket, also Edward Everett's picture.  Discusses New York Vice Regency. Says farewell. ER-2, p. 273","A.L.S. first portion by Mary McMakin with postscript written by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Illness prevents her from starting south.  Asks him to place her papers now sent in trunk with other documents, fasten securely and place in bank vault. Also to pack her personal furniture for shipping. ER-11, p. 177","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Received his October report. Very gratifying.  Will meet Mrs. Comegys next week in Philadelphia with important papers, one for Regent, one for Hollingsworth.  Later meets Hollingsworth to \"arrange by word of mouth your relation to us\" and future plans.  Vice Regents Eve and Mitchell received letter re Patent Office articles which she thinks can be had for Mount Vernon.  Professor Henry will send Bastille model.  Asks if bedstead, marble top table and mattress from her Washington house reached Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 259","A.L.S. Nordington. Sends note to Major Blake re boat.  Her brother advises buying, not building, a boat. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Arrangements for luncheon on Wednesday for the Governor of Virginia. ER-5, p. 70","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will bring wine for the luncheon if he has none provided already. ER-5, p. 71","A.L.S. Hillside. Yellow pine for colonnades. Left plan with Mr. Sykes. Get estimates for colonnades and South End portico. Slate for roofing colonnades. Mr. Barlow to restore painting over mantle in West Parlor. Turkey-red curtains for five windows. Has window behind painting been bricked or plastered? ER-6, p. 16","A.L.S. Hillside. Mount Vernon in excellent order. Wants Mrs. Brooks' proxy while she is in Europe. Has seen Grand Master re Appeal to Masons for endowment fund. Hopes for similar aid in other states. Trying to get money for colonnades thru \"young misses.\" Need 26 pillars at cost of about $10 each. ER-6, p. 17","A.L.S. Leesburg. Visited Mount Vernon, asks for constitution and late reports of Association.  Hopes to secure some relics. ER-14, p. 131","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for 1872 and 1873 reports, also vignette of Mount Vernon. Chronical article about appropriation from Congress and efforts to have appropriation from Congress. Financial condition of the Association. Most of funds used up in paying Miss Cunningham's arrears salary and Mr. Sykes' bills. Securities safe. Unsettled condition of Washington banks since crash. Appointment of a treasurer to be delayed. Hopes Mr. Riggs will again take office. Also includes extracts of letter. ER-5, p. 12 and ER-8, p. 232","A.L.S. Newark. Believes Mr. Riggs to be the better banker, if he will accept treasurer position. Mr. William Pine, Grand Master in New Jersey approves her plan to make appeal to Masons at this time. Plans also to appeal to New York Masons. Still has Mrs. Brooks' proxy for New York. Must know first in whose hands endowment fund will be placed. Possible appeal to Congress for appropriation. Will send list of goods she and Mrs. Eve bought after Council of 1868 to replace Mr. Herbert's goods. Also list of things donated in New York and New Jersey. Lossing's incorrect article in \"The American Historical Record,\" suggests publishing Mount Vernon's history in this magazine in numbers. ER-6, p. 18","A.L.S. Newark. Appeal for endowment fund.  Need $30,000 for support and repairs. ER-6, p. 19","A.L.S. Newark. Received copies of Minutes which have been requested by several Vice Regents.  Hopes death of Regent's father will not cause her to resign.  Suggests Mr. Hollingsworth write notes of thanks for gifts. Much pleased he has been so competent.  Glad she approves plan for collecting fund for colonnades.  Will ask about red chair of Washington.  Window curtain in Patent Office corresponds with the upholstery on chair.  Suggests covering whole Mansion with matting.  Lists Vice Regents who will join Regent in furnishing Mrs. Washington's bedroom.  Old Mansion furniture can be moved to cottage.  New carpet placed in past Regent's bedroom.  Is busy with Appeal to Masons.  Mentions articles sent by free freight. ER-6, p. 21","A.L.S. Rosemont. Letter of condolence for the death of her father. ER-2, p. 275","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Re charters, amendment, the way the Congressional bill was put through legislature, John A. Washington's terms for sale and her interview that changed his opinion. Mrs. Ritchie's aid, the New York organization's attitude and query if Mrs. Briggs' attack has caused by changes in Vice Regents' attitude toward Regent.  Asks if Judge Comegys' opinion differs from General Pike's of Pike and Johnson, latter husband of the Vice Regent of Arkansas. ER-17, p. 181","A.L.S. Superintendent was to send Miss Cunningham's trunk of important letters to Alexandria Bank where her fiber trunk is and get receipts for both.  Wishes one bound copy of Mount Vernon Record, vol. 1, publisher gave her. ER-11, p. 155","A.L.S. Annapolis. Has enclosed a copy of the \"Minutes.\"  Talks of furnishing rooms. ER-18, p. 55","A.L. Incomplete letter beginning on page 2. The Regent must not return to Mount Vernon unless she complies with the wishes of the Vice Regents and is Regent in name only. ER-18, p. 33","A.L.S. Regent has named May 14, 1873 for meeting of Council.  Will not mention Mrs. Mitchell and \"prospects of departure.\" ER-8, p. 213","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Mentions previous gifts of Mrs. Lee to Mount Vernon. Thanks her for list of vacant rooms.  Promise of further contributions to endowment fund.  Has finished her report. ER-8, p. 219","A.L.S. Encloses a \"condensed report\" that is nearly identical to the one she will send to the Regent.","A.L.S. Has not heard from Miss Cunningham in a long time.  Writes of Mrs. Lee's relics which she is trying to get for Mount Vernon.  \"The sideboard is here, a tea table and the death-bed furniture\". Thinks Miss Cunningham must have offended the Lee family.  W-194","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Thinks they should get a \"squad\" of soldiers to assist Mr. Hollingsworth with protecting the Mansion and Tomb from vandals. Burglar alarm installed an paid for by Mr. Halsted. Protection of the Tomb is important as people would not visit Mount Vernon if Washington's body was taken. ER-6, p. 175","A.L.S. Newark. Appeal to Masons for endowment fund. Transportation for a cow which has been offered for donation from Adams, New York. Appeals to New York Masons as she still holds Mrs. Brooks proxy. Small bureau shipped, belongs to George Washington in Newburgh headquarters. ER-6, p. 22","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Recommends planting sunflowers in low places to combat malaria. Also recommends planting eucalyptus near river and behind office and gardener's house for health reasons. ER-5, p. 199","Copy. Newark. Report of Board of Visitors (House Doc. 1) received, asks for 6 more copies. ER-7, p. 7","Copy. Newark. Has received from Mr. Hollingsworth the Governor Welles' bill for $200 for \"services rendered on the Mt. Vernon Wharf question.\"  Mrs. Berghman, Acting Regent, is at present incapacitated so offers several methods of meeting this unexpectedly large bill, and asks which will be acceptable to the Governor. ER-6, p. 23","Copy. Re Appeal to Masons in various states for funds and best time to send it out.  Has received gratifying response in New Jersey. ER-6, p. 24","A.L.S. Newark. Re donated cow.  Mrs. Eve thinks pillars for colonnades should be cypress, locust or cedar.  Mr. Halsted thinks red cedar covered with yellow North Carolina pine. ER-6, p. 25","Copy. Mrs. Halsted asks what part her grandmother had in the beginning of plan to purchase Mount Vernon.  Wishes information for the press and time is too limited to write her aunt. ER-8, p. 234","Copy. Newark. Harper's Weekly wishes to print \"a chart showing every particular about it as far as they can get reliable information\" in their February 22 issue.  Asks for recent survey for Governor Welles or any other.  Has a plan of all buildings laid out by Gardener Craig.  Will notify him when \"the remarkable cow\" is shipped (worth $300). ER-6, p. 26","A.L.S. Postcard. \"Look out for the cow,\" soon to arrive by freight from New York.","A.L.S. Postcard. The cow is being sent from New York and will arrive in Washington on January 31.","A.L.S. Rosemont. Portion of the letter cut away. Miss Cunningham says her mother was responsible for the idea of saving Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 190","A.L.S. Newark. The cow was given by Col. Hungerford and was shipped, consigned to James Sykes, whom she has notified.  Urges him to let her know of its arrival. ER-6. p. 28","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Describes cow being sent to Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Hillside. Re shipment of donated cow.  No response from Regent re restoration of colonnades, does not hesitate to have him go ahead with work.  South portico built by Bushrod Washington to go before Council.  Gives estimates for building one and restoring other.  Mr. Halsted adds note re cutting and seasoning post. Includes extract portion of same letter, copied. ER-6, p. 27 and p. 37","A.L.S. Washington. Breaking up her home. Note thanking Mr. Hungerford for \"generous and valuable gift. Mrs. Halsted's appeal to Mason. Her father's death ends her usefulness to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 13","A.L.S. Leesburg. Four poster bed to be sent along with fire irons, two large brass. Mr. Elder, Richmond artist, to paint a large likeness from our miniature. ER-5, p. 73","A.L.S. Newark. Superintendent has estimate for colonnades.  Carpenter for pillars $8 each if we furnish cedar or locust posts. Others are North Carolina yellow pine. More durable than solid pillars, and they would save $52.  Relates incident re Mrs. Ann S. Stephens' offer to write article on Mount Vernon. She will ask aid from Congress if necessary. ER-8, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. In response to Mrs. Halsted's inquiry states her grandmother's part in starting Mount Vernon movement as she has heard it told.  Thinks her cousin William Yancey wrote the first Appeal.  Says her grandmother visited Mpunt Vernon when her aunt Pamela was a few years old. ER-8, p. 234","Copy. Newark. Letter of thanks for article in Harper's Weekly. ER-8, p. 246","A.L.S. Proposed endowment fund. ER-5, p. 15","2 copies, one dated March 7 and the other March 9. Newark. Appeals to him to help support Mount Vernon. Cites generous action of Edward Everett. ER-6, p. 29","A.L.S. Washington. Restoration of colonnades ER-5, p. 17","Copy. Appeals again to New Jersey Masons for contributions to endowment fund. To erect a marble mausoleum over tomb of Washington. ER-6, p. 31","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends needles for Sarah to sew carpet for Superintendent's house, 2 carpets sent via Merchants Line Steamers to Alexandria.  The merchant donates a portion and will visit Mount Vernon.  Hopes that Superintendent's little house will be comfortably furnished. ER-18, p. 38","A.L.S. Washington. Wishes to give Mount Vernon a Masonic apron worn by General LaFayette on his last visit to the US. H-555","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks for measurement of room on second floor, head of stairs on right, above Pennsylvania Room, plans to get  bed and other furniture for it. ER-18, p. 38","A.L.S. Washington. Masonic appeal discussed. ER-5, p. 19","A.L.S. Hillside. Collecting money for repair of colonnades. Hungerford donation of the cow valued at $300. Carpets for cottage. Collections from Masons for endowment fund. No appeals inNew York State yet because new temple not complete, will cost one million. Tin and solder for colonnades. ER-6, p. 32","A.L.S. Newark. Letter from A. McDermett re colonnades.  Mr. Halsted thought all pillars of old colonnade would have to be removed.  Mr. Clare's statement re same.  Regent has authorized Superintendent to proceed with work.  Timber from Mount Vernon to be used. ER-6, p. 33","A.L.S. Stratford. Has not heard from Regent since her bereavement, refers to her wanting a private secretary, paying Governor's bill to former Regent. Will send him some tea plants.  Asks Superintendent \"to lunch\" with Dr. and Mrs. Day at MV and give them a bouquet.  Reminds him he is a Conservator of the Peace for Mount Vernon.  Will be pleased to have flag pole raised. ER-18, p. 39","Copy. Solicits a contribution to endowment fund for Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 34","Copy. Appeal for funds to restore and repair the colonnades and south porch.  Estimate is $400 each.  Mr. Corcoran will rebuild the Summer House. When Association has $50,000 will never again appeal for money. Explains endowment.  Requests Mr. Lennox assist them.","A.L.S. Postcard. She is unable to collect money for colonnade from his subscribers.  Suggests Hollingsworth prepare pillars for colonnade.  If cannot collect money, carpenters will have to be dismissed until it can be collected.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Flag staff sent to Mount Vernon by Mr. Barnes. ER-5, p. 74","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends $1 for a pillar in colonnade in the \"temple of liberty\" in name of E.G. Walker, Detroit\" in response to Mrs. Hudson's solicitations in honor of \"your patriotic suggestion.\"  Twenty-six pillars not all provided for, they should be plain, if iron, painted to simulate marble, name of donor under glass. E-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Postcard. Stratford. Tea plants being sent to Mount Vernon by a Mrs. P. Edmonston of North Carolina.","A.L.S. Letter and copy. Newark. Re flag and staff, supplies for painting roof, collection of $130 for colonnades, funds needed for stone paving blocks, originals from Isle of Wight.  Mrs. Eve says colonnade pillars were once cut onsite. Georgia raised $30 for it.  Mr. Halsted approves raising calf. ER-6, p. 36","Copy. Acknowledges receipt of $10.  Thinks Mrs. Berghmans will not consent to being elected Regent.  Thinks Regent should be an unmarried person, free from family cares.  The Press names Mrs. Brooks of New York.  Thinks Miss Cunningham's choice is Mrs. Ella Washington of West Virginia.  ER-8, p. 236","Copy. Robert Colgate \u0026 Co. gives 500 lbs of Atlantic White Lead in oil, value $55. John Fielder, Princeton, gives red lead for roof.  Has received necessary tin for colonnade roofing, also $100 from James Lenox of New York.  Barrel of oil for roof painting promised. ER-8, p. 236","Copy. Appeals for endowment funds before centennial. One colonnade long since decayed and removed. The other under repair. Every pillar in it decayed. Need endowment of $50,000. Sends him her subscription book. All Washington relics solicited and preserved. ER-6, p. 39","A.L.S. Newark. Received contribution of 500 lbs. white lead in oil and all tin necessary for colonnade. Also promised a barrel of boiled oil for roof-painting, nails. ER-6, p. 41","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Asks height of flag staff. Tin has been shipped. Honorable Seldon T. Scranton has had no acknowledgement for 6 kegs of nails he sent. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Ensign storm flag to be contributed. Look for consignment on next steamer. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. He may call on her any morning to discuss matters he referred to. ER-5, p. 75","A.L.S. Newark. Has shipped one camp bedstead for Lafayette room. Also linen for table and national flag donated by Mrs. McFadden. ER-6, p. 12","Photocopy. Charleston. In regards to a woman she knows who has a room for rent on the second floor of her house. RM-197, ER-2616","A.L.S. Newark. Will not hear of Association owning a steamboat. Must lease the wharf as before. Wharf built with endowment funds, so they are entitled to it. Shocked at article regarding moving body of Washington. Setting straight pillars of colonnade. ER-6, p. 21","A.L.S. Incomplete letter, portion cut away. Detroit. Mrs. Eve reports seeing Mrs. Berghmans who is recovering from an illness.  Thinks she will continue in office if Vice Regents so desire.  There will be a \"dissenting voice.\" ER-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Detroit. Mrs. Berghmans has accepted Regency.  Unable to attend next Council but will try to send \"tangible representative for another pillar.\"  Sends proxy to Mrs. Comegys if she does not attend, then it goes to Mrs. Hudson. ER-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Letter to Superintendent re plans for the visit of the Governor of Virginia and party. ER-5, p. 76","A.L.S. Washington. She and Mrs. Barnes delay visit until Monday. Miss Harper wants to hire set of furniture from Alexandria store for Council. ER-5, p. 77","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wharf becoming unsafe. Temporary repairs made but more needed.  Colonnades progressing slowly, 13 pillars finished and up.  Reports on cost of colonnades, carpenters, lumber, masonry. ER-6, p. 36","Two letters. First letter: Lyman Sheldon to Gabriel Johnston, A.L.S. Webster. Wishes to borrow the bell of Mary Washington to call guests to dinner at his large 4th of July celebration. Second letter: from Frank Maeler of \"Walter \u0026 Bell\" to Mr. A.P. Rowe, T.L.S. Fredericksburg. Undated. An inquiry into the authenticity of the Mary Washington bell. W-822","A.L.S. San Francisco. Is unable to attend Council in June but encloses proxy as election of Regent is of great concern to her.  Hopes choice will not be made by a minority present even if proxies of others are obtained. Question needs discussion of merits of those best adapted to office.  Brings up constitutional rights of this election.  Favors Mrs. Harper for Regent, gives reasons for choice.  Regrets Miss Cunningham's resignation, suggests an honorary office for her which would give her privileges of Council so far as Constitution would permit this. ER-8, p. 255","A.L.S. San Francisco. Received Miss Cunningham's letter, wrote immediately to Vice Regents Harper and Barry, encloses copy of letter.  Miss Cunningham's confidence is sacred and her letter destroyed, regrets her troubles and is indignant that her labors are so poorly rewarded.  Pamphlets not yet arrived.  Hopes Miss Cunningham will approve the course she has taken. ER-8, p. 254","A.L.S. Newark. Will send $120 needed for colonnades which are to be finished for Council.  Hollingsworth to pay this bill from special fund Mrs. Halsted has agreed to provide.  Notes he has received flag and linen.  A \"lady\" flag-maker offers to make flag for Mount Vernon as a gift. The first flag to be flown from Mount Vernon.  Asks him to unfurl Mrs. McFadden's flag (gift).  Camp bed and moss mattress sent for Lafayette Room and will buy linens.  Note:  Through Mrs. Halsted, Mrs. McFadden donated flag to Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Halsted furnishing Lafayette Room, May 26, 1874. ER-6, p. 37.  With handwritten copy, ER-7, p. 9","A.L.S. Raleigh. Receives official call to Council. Vice Regents to meet on Arrow at 6 p.m. on June 1.  Will have all \"sheeting, toweling and blankets\" needed at Mount Vernon.  Will buy bedstead and mattress in Washington. ER-18, p. 41","A.L.S. Webster.  Dinner of July 4th public, not private.  Also asks Mr. Johnston to speak at the dinner on George Washington and stay a few days with him. W-822","A.L.S. Webster. Once again conveys that the July 4th dinner at which he wishes to use Mary Washington's Dinner Bell not a private party.  It is a general celebration he holds annually at his summer residence. W-822","A.L.S. Washington. Sends two mattresses and a rug for her room. Also plated forks. Wants a card put on the flagstaff to designate that it was presented by Surgeon General Barnes. ER-5, p. 77","Signed by Lily Macalester Berghmans as Regent. Handwritten by a secretary or other individual. Outlines his duties as Superintendent. ER-5, p. 81","Announces death of Mrs. Louisa Cunningham, Oct. 6, 1873. Suggests Association offer resolutions not only of condolence to the ex-Regent, but to honor one whose \"imperfected idea\" became the origin of this Association.  Gives brief history of early ideas of organization. ER-3, p. 305","Copy. Sends thanks from the Association to W \u0026 A Transportation Co. for carrying freight free for Mount Vernon for some years. ER-6, p. 42","A.L.S. Buckingham Hotel, New York. Learns of Mrs. Hudson's return from Europe.  Needed you at Mount Vernon as a friend of the Superintendent. All like him but wishe he would keep his accounts better. Discusses methods by which he could do it. Refers to receipts of $6000 and bills of $10,000. ER-18, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington. Received $1000 check for reimbursement of endowment fund. ER-5, p. 83","Copy. Stratford. Express appreciation of Virginia Legislature's act of Jan 26, 1874 making the \"Secretary of the Mount Vernon Association\" a Conservator of the Peace for the limits of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 43","A.L.S. Newark. Notifying him of the shipment of \"old style mahogany furniture\" for the Banquet Hall. Inquires if he knows anything more about the Confederate bonds. Asks how the colonnades are coming along. ER-6, p. 43","A.L.S. Fairfax Courthouse. Enclosed deed for Peale painting to MVLA, asked to notify Mrs. Hudson and Regent of its delivery.  Encloses also copy of Act of Assembly, an official publication. ER-18, p. 42","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Description of dresses and other things she can buy for Sarah Johnson. Requests to know how much Sarah wants to spend. Engravings of Washington and lady's quilt. ER-5, p. 199","A.L.S. Newark. Requests some Mount Vernon Records. Will soon get under way with the \"Day Book\" for New Jersey. Donation of mule harness. Clothing for Nathan. India-rubber shoes for Nathan are a gift. Sarah's dress. Sofa upholstered with black hair-cloth. Mrs. Eve wrote Miss Cunningham two letters at Council, but no reply. ER-6, p. 44","A.L.S. Webster. He is keeping the bell a couple more days to show it to two ladies. It has done all he expected it to. Postscript - he was offered $200 for it. W-822","A.L.S. Glad the U.S. flag will be flown at Mount Vernon as it never was during Miss Cunningham's Regency. Has heard only the Arrow is allowed to dock at the wharf, but he encloses his twenty-five cents admission and warns Hollingsworth not to obstruct his visit to Washington's Tomb although he will arrive via a different boat. ER-5, p. 85","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regarding Dr. Howland's \"impertinent\" letter. Encourages him to seek General Barnes' help. Possibly hire policemen to assist with monitoring the gate and to prevent him from docking his boat. ER-5, p. 85","A.L.S. Webster. Asks if Mary Washington's bell has arrived safely. W-822","A.L.S. Stratford. Thinks Judge Thomas wishes to make a thorough inspection of Mount Vernon before writing his report for Virginia Legislature.  Mrs. Sweat has returned from Europe so Mrs. Hudson will turn back secretary's books and duties to her. ER-18, p. 44","A.L.S. Hillside. Forwards money for Nathan's bill and other purposes.  Funds raised for colonnades restoration must not be used for any other purpose, until finished, remainder then to be used on south porch which is to be rebuilt.  Re oil for colonnades.  Asks for measurements of \"Bastille\" model. Will provide glass and table for same.  Banquet Hall, place sofa under arched window and two chairs at each end.  Proxy for New York. ER-6, p. 45 with copy of letter,  ER-7, p. 21","A.L.S. Newark. Returns signed vouchers for colonnade. First colonnade finished, cost more than anticipated. Will try to get more tin for roof donated. Will try to have paint for roof donated. Theft of a pillow cover and statement about the theft. Accounting of expenditures and colonnades at end of letter. ER-7, p. 100","Draft. Refers to Council vote to rebuild south porch.  Mrs. Eve states it was not built by Washington and advised removing \"residue\" and planting shrubbery. One hundred dollars would have completed colonnades, but now need $400 more.  Four hundred each for 3 restorations.  When colonnade was taken down, found it must be \"almost entirely rebuilt,\" tedious work but completed.  Mason work for second colonnade ready.  States present financial conditon and asks her to raise funds. ER-8, p. 237","A.L.S. Newark. Corrects him on his recollection of estimates for rebuilding colonnades. Amount it is costing exceeds what she expected. Will have nails sent as gift. Tin for colonnade. Shouldn't have used linseed oil on roofs. ER-6, p. 47","A.L.S. Stratford. Just learned of boat trouble and has written Regent to cut red tape and act at once.  Always thought fares too high. ER-18, p. 45","A.L.S. Confidential. Asks him to finish second colonnade as soon as possible, will then ask Mr. Corcoran about Summer House and south porch.  ER-6, p. 48 and copy of letter, ER-8, p. 238","A.L.S. Columbia Hotel, Lebanon Springs. Regarding harness, gift of nails for rebuilding colonnades and porch. Consult Judge Thomas about advertisement of \"The Mary Washington.\" The dock is for use of the Association. Hopes to get donation of chairs and brooms from the Shakers. ER-6, p. 49","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Reduction of fare on steamer Arrow as a temporary and necessary measure. Breakdown of the steamer, unfortunate incident regarding another boat attempting to land at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 86","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Hopes reduction of fare may quiet public controversy over the boat incident. ER-5, p. 87","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Rival boat is now running. She has assumed responsibility for reducing fare on their boat to $1.00 as a temporary measure until Council meets. ER-8, p. 228","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Sends engraving showing chairs sketched at Mount Vernon, Arlington House, etc.  Owns counterpart of chair from house where General Schuyler was tried for loss of Ticonderoga (1778).  Shakers manufacture old designs.  Asks her to answer D.P. Smith's criticism of Mount Vernon management. ER-7, p. 284","A.L.S. Newark. Soliciting nails for Mount Vernon. Tin for second colonnade roof and south porch. Article entitled \"Mount Vernon Monopoly.\" State legislative committee are the ones to defend Association against such attacks. Reason for building fence. Donation of chairs by Lebanon Shakers. ER-6, p. 50","Photocopy. She does not know the cost of the medicine yet or when she will be able to bring it her and visit. She is always busy with the \"Home\" but she also has to find money to borrow to send Yates to Charlotte. Other personal business. RM-197, ER-2617","A.L.S. Dover. Wishes measurements of smallest room on second floor. Has highest regards for his management of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 221","Copy. Will reply to D.P. Smith's letter attacking the Regent and the Association's management as soon as she has assembled facts to be used.  Mrs. Briggs of the Associated Press has been writing unfavorable articles on Mount Vernon.  She has never been a Vice Regent. ER-7, p. 81","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks Judge Thomas to go to Mount Vernon as a citizen and see for himself the Superintendent's difficulties.  Is not authorized by Council to do this but thinks the Judge, as chairman of Board of Visitors, should be well informed, especially for boat discussion. ER-18, p. 46","A.L.S. Newark. Notice of opposition boat. Believes fare must be put down as low as they wish if Captain Hollingshead can stand it. Bonds belong to the ex-Regent. ER-6, p. 51","A.L.S. Newark. Wishes to know facts of what provoked him to put up fence so Benson J. Lossing can refute the untruths spread by rival boat party. Their spokesman is D.P. Smith of Collingwood, who was the man who asked privilege of using dock? \"Records\" safe where he now has them. They can sell Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" at publisher's price and get large percentage for Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 51","Copy. Two fragments cut from letter. Reply to each item of attack in D.P. Smith's letter sent to Lossing with emphatic statement that every cent collected was used for Mount Vernon's care and restoration. Disputed boundary line necessitated re-survey and decision favorable to Mount Vernon. Mismanagement charges before Virginia legislature cost Association $200.  U.S. money of \"$7000 Claim,\" funds never turned over to Association.  General Michler  of Public Works had charge of work. Attack on Miss Cunningham, no longer Regent, unjustifiable.  An intense sufferer from a spinal injury, physicians prescribed narcotics.  Dr.  Howland had no opportunity to prove his charges. Mr. Hollingsworth believes neighbors for 40 miles around wish to possess Mount Vernon for \"beer garden\" or worse. The \"Arrow\" is a government inspected boat carrying freight and mail under the competent Captain Hollingshead. James Sykes, descendant of distinguished surgeons, has been one of MVLA's most intelligent supporters.  The Association has no intention of violating its 3 year wharf contract. Mrs. Emily Edson Briggs of the Associated Press, a writer of unfavorable articles, was never officially connected with Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 25","A.L.S. with copy. Newark. Sends $100 of Colonnade fund he requested and asks for receipt.  Mrs. Berghmans will write Judge Thomas and Don Piatt,  and she has sent Benson Lossing a reply to D.P. Smiths' inaccurate statements.  Asks him to substantiate all his statements to her and keep libelous articles, for Association will take legal action if they are not stopped soon.  Bad condition of wharf and boat contract at time of purchase briefly reviewed. ER-6, p. 54 with copy ER-7, p. 21","A.L.S. Dover. Re D.P. Smith's criticism of Mount Vernon management.  Wrote an article for New York Observer.  Bonner refused one for Ledger.  Refers to Mrs. Lossing's work as Lady Manager.  Went to Mount Vernon in fall of 1858 to make drawings and notes.  Article published in Harper's Magazine v. 18, \"Mount Vernon As It Is.\"  Declares his continued interest in Mount Vernon.  Regrets D.P. Smith's criticism of Miss Cunningham after her retirement. ER-7, p. 284","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is willing to substantiate every statement he has made before a court of law and is confident he can prove the truth of each.  Will keep her in touch with libelous statements he finds.  Adverse criticisms continue. A northerner recently objected to Nathan holding a high position of trust.  Hopes to finish second colonnade by the 15th. ER-7, p. 23","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Opposition boat has reduced their receipts. See from the paper that a law suit is threatened against Hollingsworth as representative of MVLA, but she has heard nothing from him about it so believes it must be false. ER-5, p. 88","A.L.S. Newark. Dispute over right of rival boat to use dock. D. P. Smith's letter and Lossing's reply. Editor of New York Observer to write article on subject. Collecting money for colonnade repairs. ER-6, p. 55","Copy. Reply to Observer article of Oct 1st, stating wharf was built by Association for about $1000, to land passengers for profit (exact terms given) and freight.  Lease for last eight years. Daily boat trip from Washington.  Virginia legislature upheld Association's refusal to give boat privileges to D.P. Smith's \"farmers' club.\"  Charter has no reference to this club. Docketed on reverse indicates this copy of the article was not published. ER-7, p. 29","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Relates his extra attentions to Dr. Howland and Col. Daniels who have made most unfavorable criticisms of the MVLA. Mr. Gibbs, their neighbor, disgusted with those attempting to get control of boat and dock facilities, gives his trade to the \"Arrow.\" ER-7, p. 31","Copy. Dover. Receives Regent's letter enclosing Mr. Hollingsworth's letter to Mrs. Halsted.  Has written an article for the December number of American Historical Magazine re Mount Vernon's problems. ER-7, p. 285","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Has written Dr. Lossing inviting him to visit her, and enclosed Hollingsworth's letter. Articles for the Observer. Wrote Col. H. concerning lawsuit. ER-5, p. 22","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sent $52 for gate, names of children contributors to be framed and hung in House.  Five hundred dollars for lodges. Coat of Arms in carved wood given by Milwaukee College.  Wants information about bedroom to be furnished. ER-18, p. 248","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Encloses Dr. Lossing's note and Hollingsworth's letter. Mr. Hollingsworth reports new boat withdrawn and nothing more on threatened lawsuit. Must advance money to Hollingsworth for expenses because of poor receipts. ER-5, p. 23","Copy. Newark. Mrs. Berghmans invites Benson Lossing to vist her. Mr.  Hollingsworth says charges of mismanagement of Mount Vernon continue and encloses a circular he found on a street car.  Colonnade will be finished on the 20th. Dr. Prince, a staunch supporter of the Association, favors a free wharf. ER-7, p. 33","A.L.S. Detroit. Glad porticos are to be rebuilt and will contribute to expense.  Indebted to Mrs. Hudson for full account of Council and lawsuit. ER-17, p. 174","A.L.S. Hillside. Received missing \"Record\" and her book is now complete. Card table more than 100 yrs. old shipped. Too frail for \"Bastille\" model but can be used in Banquet Hall. Work on colonnades and South porch. Bibles and Hymn books for the Negroes. Pillow sham to be copied. Have clock cleaned and repaired at her expense. Mr. Barlow to repair painting over mantle. \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting needs stretching. Threatened lawsuit over rights to use boat dock seem to have died out. ER-6, p. 56","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Told Mrs. Barnes that  Mrs. Comegys refused to give up little room she had selected.  Trouble with rival boat that landed at wharf below Mount Vernon. Lower price for trip. Company put out inflammatory handbills and advertizing. Mr. Hollingsworth asked to have boat lowered to meet rival which Mrs. Berghmans did.  Results satisfactory and other boat withdrew.  Rival boat company asked Lossing to denounce MVLA. He will write a favorable article for MVLA in magazine. ER-17, p. 194","A.L.S. Dover. Re letter Regent sent from Hollingsworth.  Wrote article for December number of American Historical Record which he edits, re Mount Vernon's problems. ER-7, p. 285","A.L.S. Dover. Approves her action re rival boat questions so suddenly brought before Regent.  Hollingsworth has sent Mrs. Comegys a clipping, a newspaper attack on Mount Vernon re boat. ER-17, p. 196","A.L. Incomplete letter. New York. Smith visited Mount Vernon when Miss Cunningham managed it, 4 or 5 years before. Wrote article in the Observer afterward telling of her \"utter incompetency.\"  Says Ladies at  distressed at first, but later realized he was correct. R-381, ER-1231","A.L.S. Newark. West Gate Lodges to be restored as they originally were. Colonnades and sanding of paint. ER-6, p. 62","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Need of a larger boiler for the green hose. Opposition boat withdrawn and no lawsuit. Don Piatt, editor of the \"Sunday Capitol,\" is an important ally. ER-5, p. 89","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Encloses proof sheet of her report for corrections of financial summary. Corrects her letter to Mr. Stewart. Subscriptions for the colonnades. ER-5, p. 23","Copy. Hillside. Regarding Lossing's \"Mount Vernon.\" ER-6, p. 63","Copy and extracts. Colonnades both completed, had a coat of oil and two of white paint - old one nearly all decayed.  Four hundred dollars was the total cost of new colonnade and $100 for repairs on old one.  Tin for roof on both, nails, paint, oil, white lead, red iron paint. Itemized cost of each, brings total cost more than amount allowed for work. \"Mary Washington\" boat withdrawn.  No word of lawsuit, but continued attack expected in spring.   Belligerents to present petition to Virginia legislature to repeal Mount Vernon charter.  Plan for restoration of the two porters' lodges at Alexandria entrance. Wharf, Farmers Club, and D.P. Smith's false charges. ER-7, p. 35-39","Two incomplete drafts of a letter. Asks Regent to send Hollingsworth information for his Report.  Belligerents preparing petition to Virginia legislature to repeal MVLA charter.  Council to consider wharf question.  Opposes voting by proxy. Wishes glass shade for Bastille model. To be paid for by sale of books, also freight for cow, and printed Appeal to Masons. Expense taken from same fund.  Wishes to get a good New York artist to copy portrait of Mary Ball in Metropolitan Art Gallery to be hung in Banquet Hall. ER-7, p. 41 and ER-8, p. 240","A.L.S. Has just turned up last report. Mr. Hollingsworth writes of a petition in Virginia legislature to repeal MVLA charter. Colonnades entirely completed, hopes to pay for they within 10 days. RM-28, ER-2030","A.L.S. Philadelphia. On letterhead of John E. Potter and Co. Booksellers. Received letter and copy of Bylaws from his friend Col. C. C. Jones of New York.  Did not know of any claim before that Mount Vernon wharf was not a private one. It was strictly private when he made drawings in 1858.  ER-7, p. 285","Copy. Newark. Description of Mount Vernon and its immediate needs. ER-6, p. 64","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Boiler for greenhouse. Annoyances by disaffected parties in vicinity of Mount Vernon. Rumor that Captain Hollingshead purchased rival boat the \"Mary Washington.\" Mrs. Eve requests that on no account is her Georgia book to go to South Carolina. ER-5, p. 89","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Has written Judge Thomas asking if Ladies should be at session of Virginia legislature re amendment of MVLA Charter to strike out clause re meeting.  Doubts if proxy voting can be changed. ER-8, p. 231","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Has started collecting money for Lodges as Hollingsworth wants work started, advances five hundred dollars.  Asks about plate for gate that records children contributors, and inquires about bedroom to be furnished. ER-18, p. 249","A.L.S. Sullivan's Island, harbor of Charleston. She writes on behalf of Miss Cunningham who is ill. Mrs. Amarinthia Snowden of Charleston is to take into her charge all of Miss Cunningham's papers, some of which are at Rosemont and some at Mount Vernon. Mrs. Snowden, Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Walker are to be committee to select documents for writing of Association history. ER-17, p. 197","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Sends copies of corrected Minutes. Also credential card with vignette of Washington at top.  Has sent some to Miss Cunningham to fill in and send her appointees.  ER-8, p. 242","A.L.S. Newark. Happy to hear of the gift of Washington's liquor chest.  Mr. Halsted heard from Mr. Barber who plans to make a concrete walk from the wharf to the Tomb. Is it true that Hollingshead bought the boat \"Mary Washington?\" Engraving \"Washington at Trenton\" from dealers Virtue and Gorston to be framed and given to Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 65","A.L.S. Detroit. Thinks $157.22 now due can be collected easily. Lodges and fences should be repaired.  Re calling Council to consider charter amendment, someone to attend Virginia legislature, dealing with Farmers Club. ER-17, p. 174","A.L.S. Newark. Check for two small bills outstanding for the colonnades. Hopes to have YMCA in New Jersey help in sale of books. Thinks the same offer of books at half price was made to Miss Cunningham. Has been promised half dozen chairs that were in the room when Washington signed Major Andre's death warrant. Also bedstead used by Lafayette in 1824 to go to Lafayette Room. Dressing table already there. ER-6, p. 67","Copy. Asks each member to buy or sell one copy of Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" at publishers price. Half will go to Mount Vernon fund.  ER-6, p. 66","A.L.S. Stratford. Regent will not be in Washington but Mrs. Mitchell will be there soon.  Discusses stove for his house.  Asks if both colonnades are finished.  Thinks more Mount Vernon affairs must be taken to Virginia legislature.  Declares there are two sides to the boat question. ER-18, p. 47","A.L.S. Newark. Efforts to get YMCA to buy or sell copies of Lossing's book. Mount Vernon to get half of publisher's price. Will send him some to sell. Now \"that Boat\" is no longer running Hollingshead should up fare again. He must have a profit and Mount Vernon an income. Wants measure of fences and hedges planted against new fence put up at wharf. ER-6, p. 68","A.L.S. Detroit. Copies of Lossing's book for sale arrived.  Bound copies $7.00.  Refers to models for temple of patriotism to be erected on Old Tomb. ER-17, p. 174","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Unable to pay some of the November bills. ER-5, p. 90","A.L.S. San Francisco. Was glad to hear from Miss Cunningham through Miss Sparnick.  Assures her of \"safety of the interesting letters committeed…to my care.\"  Appreciates her wish to transfer them to Mrs. Snowden, suggests their being rewritten by Miss Cunningham as soon as possible.  Received a \"charming\" reply to letter sent by Vice Regent Barry before Council endorsing her views.  Quotes from the Vice Regent's letter stating Mrs. Berghmans' appreciation of Miss Cunningham's work and desire to secure her an \"honorary position in the Associaiton,\" leaving active work to those more physically able. ER-8, p. 256","A.L.S. Newark. Inquires about fencing and types of hedging. Has asphalt walk been put down? Delighted last of colonnades bills are paid. Tells of incident in which Naval officers on visit to Mount Vernon were indignant at sale of photos, etc. at door of Mansion. Also disapproves of ugly glass case downstairs. ER-6, p. 69","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Sends names to be put on gate, photographs of it taken and sent to Mrs. L. L. Merrill (mother of children). Sent one dozen views of Mount Vernon and bill for same.  Public schools to pay for Lodges. Asks Hollingsworth to write to school superintendent asking if he wants photographs of old lodges, etc.  Wisconsin Grand Master has sent appeal to Masonic Lodges for funds for mausoleum. ER-18, p. 250","A.L.S. Stratford. Regarding the Virginia legislature and Judge Thomas. His salary will be first of debts to be paid.  Asks him to keep the Regent posted on Mount Vernon affairs. Keep this letter private, burn it. ER-18, p. 48","A.L.S. Newark. Glad he agrees with her and does not like \"merchandizing\" in main hall of the Mansion, but he should wait for the Regent's suggestion to change it. Efforts to sell \"Home of Washington\" by all Vice Regent's. Little success with YMCA. Gate lodges to be repaired by book sales. Collecting money for south porch. Itemized account of cash spent for colonnades. Judge Thomas' report to the governor of Virginia. Defending Mount Vernon from various charges. ER-6, p. 70","Copy. Newark. Sale of \"The Home of Washington\" for benefit of Mount Vernon. Colonnades completed, cost was $939.61.  One hundred collected for verandah facing library windows. Judge Thomas' report a good antidote to scandal recently circulated about Mount Vernon. One of Mount Vernon's most generous friends refuses to aid because of these \"evil reports.\" ER-6. p. 71","A.L.S. Incomplete fragments. Large portions cut away. Discusses the room she furnished for Pennsylvania. Thanks Mrs. Comegys for her support of her as Regent. Wishes she could make it to Council. ER-17, p. 192","A.L.S. Purchase of two mules for Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 83","Copy. Asks for the name of a cabinet repair man for the bureau once owned by Washington, a gift through Hasbrouck family. Sends copy of Appeal sent to Masonic Lodges in New Jersey with comments.  Suggestion from North Carolina for a national fair as a benefit held in Washington and Philadelphia Centennial.  Hopes to have Mount Vernon in good repair for Centennial. ER-8, p. 171","Copy. Cannot comment on the business with ex Governor Wells until she knows of the Regent's wishes.","A.L.S. Newark. Difficulties getting the cow from Mr. Hungerford. The cow valued at $300. Has received $610 from New Jersey Masons. ER-6, p. 40","A.L.S. Newark. Article in \"Harper's Weekly\" not written by her. She wrote appeal for William Cullen Bryant's paper. Agrees this is not time to appeal to Congress. Must concentrate on Masons and wealthy individuals this year. No appeal to new York Masons this year. Success in New Jersey. Attributes to Regent's father the idea of necessity of endowment fund. His generous gift was the beginning of it. Hopes to have work on colonnades done soon. Mrs. Eve says south porch was built by Bushrod Washington and advocates removal. ER-6, p. 87","A.L. Incomplete. Regarding the boat contract, other boats landing at the wharf, and the entrance fee which is a privilege of the Association. ER-20, p. 13","A.L. Incomplete. Has been busy raising funds for colonnades. Will cost far more than builder's estimate because they are so badly decayed.  Has paid $757 and still $157.22 due.  Wishes to pay bill before the end of 1875.  Matter of Peale portrait of Washington almost settled.  ER-6, p. 80","Copy. Raising money for the endowment fund.  Masonic Order endorses appeal. ER-6, p. 52","Copy. Regarding the mismanagement of Mount Vernon by Miss Cunningham and the MVLA. Although better now that Miss Cunningham has left, there are still problems. Discusses boats docking at wharf. There needs to be a reformation among the Association.  ER-7, p. 11","Copy. Newark. Advocates YMCA selling Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" for restoration fund.  Publicity in New York Press.  Mr. Corcoran told Miss Cunningham to have Summer House built at his expense, not carried out. Plans to restore both porch and Summer House, build new fences, planting Osage orange fence.  Estimate for two porters' lodges is $480.  Mr. Corcoran prefers Mr. Rossitor's drawing to Mr. Lossing's. ER-7, p. 43","A.L.S. Newark. Fences and osage orange hedges for Mount Vernon. Evergreen trees to hide barn yard. Selling \"Home of Washington\" in Richmond to legislators. Sends interest from New Jersey Masonic fund to help get him through the winter. Her report for paper garbled badly. Washington's sideboard restored by Mrs. Lee.  Mr. Corcoran had promised Miss Cunningham to restore the Summer House. Mr. Howland to take Association to court in Richmond. Hollingsworth must go into \"Big Box\" and find accounts, receipts, etc. for building the wharf to prove it was built with Association funds and therefore an investment for revenue. Article by Lossing in December \"American Historical Record\" may help them in the court fight. Get order to open the Box from the Regent, but don't mention that she has discussed matter with him. ER-6, p. 72","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Read his letter to Mrs. Halsted to a Milwaukee friend who wishes to give money for the gate. But wishes \"a substantial one in original style.\" Will build lodges at $480.  Wants things in good condition for Centennial. ER-18, p. 261","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Still working with Wisconsin Masons.  Refers to unfavorable criticism of MVLA.  Saw Hollingsworth's letter recommending building lodges, gate and fences.  Asks if Mrs. Hudson can take care of fences.  Cost estimate $200.  Hollingsworth's estimate are: Lodges $480, gate $26. ER-18, p. 261","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Mrs. Halsted suggests that Mrs. Mitchell attempt some improvements at Mount Vernon.  Because she insisted on having accounts strictly kept, she withdrew from management.  Vice Regents refused to accept her resignation.  Explains her efforts re lodges and gates.  Asks for something that will show and will appeal to children. ER-18, p. 263","A.L.S. Jacksonville. She will take care of financing gates and gate houses repair.  Mrs. Halsted to take care of fences and barn.  Children are footing this bill. Wants whatever is done, therefore, in the public eye.  Mausoleum for Washington.  ER-18, p. 247","A.L.S. Newark. Interest due on Masonic funds. One hundred dollars in bank for fences needed. ER-6, p. 73","A.L.S. Newark. Minutes and Report of Council for 1874 were corrected in several places by Mrs. Berghmans in writing. Grand Master of her state Masons refuses to make appeal to them now because he's recently made appeal for similar object. Get Mr. Corcoran's opinion on rebuilding colonnades.  South porch, estimate for re-roofing barn, and restoring balustrade. Mrs. Mitchell to restore two lodges and gate. Fence dividing Association property from Washington estate to be hidden by hedge. Replanting rare evergreens given by Mr. Corcoran. Promised law suit.  ER-6, p. 75","A.L.S. Washington. Will come to Mount. Vernon to give advice on matters mentioned when health and travel are improved. ER-6, p. 90","A.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains. Advises restoring Mansion to original condition in form and materials, balustrade of wood, porch, refers to his sketch.  Sees no need for restoring outbuildings.  Comments on barns, fences, tomb, planting trees.  His first visit to Mount Vernon was in 1844 when John A. Washington's mother owned it.  Took notes on Morse's portrait of Mary Ball, he gave a complete history of the portrait, will try to get permission to have it copied, did not know Mrs. Morse had deposited it in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  ER-8, p. 158","Copy. Newark. Feels the Centennial is an ideal time to solicit funds for repair and endowment for Mount Vernon. Feels it unfair all proceeds of Lady Washington tea parties are going to local charities or Independence Hall. ER-6, p. 91","A.L.S. Newark. Will copy letter from Lossing to her verbatim, regarding restorations. Balustrade on piazza necessary for finished look of mansion. Also porch or \"verandah\" off the library. Asks him to get estimate for porch. \"Barn-door entrance\" to cellar must be changed. ER-6, p. 76","A.L.S. Detroit. Received minutes of Council June 2, 1874.  Hollingsworth is to keep a book for each state, questions how records of early transactions have been kept.  Comments on money given in various states.  Has little sympathy for Martha Washington tea parties in general.  Wants a table for the Bastille model.  Expense of appeals a question. ER-17, p. 208","A.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains, New York. Has heard from Mrs. Morse's brother-in-law who thinks she will not mind having her painting of Mary Washington copies per the MVLA's request. But Mrs. Morse is in Europe and Lossing feels it is better to await her return and explain to her directly. ER-7, p. 286","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Estate has been doing well. Nice weather coming and all looks good for the time being. ER-5, p. 91","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Richmond. Regarding General Fitzhugh Lee defense of the MVLA. Colonel Daniels and others present petition of 1500 names to abrogate contract with steamer \"Arrow,\" which passed House of Delegates but is stopped by Senate Federal Relations Committee.  Debate may follow. ER-7, p. 53","A.L.S.  Senate Chamber, Richmond. Report of Federal Relations Committee adopted and bill re the MVLA's contract with steamship company defeated. ER-7, p. 55","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Agrees with Mrs. Comegys re bedrooms and furnishings.  Wrote Miss Cunningham last December, sent her several credential cards for Vice Regents whom she had appointed. Asked her to sign them so Vice Regents could have them.  Have had no word back from her.  Urges Mrs. Comegys who has missed last two Councils to be present this year.  Has fought vigorously against bill introduced into Virginia legislature to force MVLA to revoke contract with steamboat \"Arrow\" and throw wharf open. Passed House but hopes to kill it in Senate. ER-17, p. 198","A.L.S. Newark. Difficult collecting money promised. Osage-orange hedges from Mansion toTomb and to hide dividing line fences. Glass case for Bastille model. ER-6, p. 77","A.L.S. Newark. Gives an amethyst ring and three dollars for two of Lossing's books and fourteen dollars. Wishes it might be more. ER-7, p. 46","A.L.S. Newark. Disappointed in $2000 offering promised her. Mending fences. Has enough to restore portico over entrance door of Alexandria front. Mrs. Mitchell to build the two lodges and gateway. Estimate on barn. ER-6, p. 78","Copy. Newark. Reports thanking Gilbert Meem for aid in defeating Virginia bill for free wharf at Mount Vernon. Encloses article by Fitzhugh Lee. Received plan for Mount Vernon fence. Benefit teas planned in New York and Maryland. Asks support in idea of each committee taking a department.  Four hundred dollars needed for veranda, porch, and balustrade on river front. ER-7, p. 47","Copy. Newark. Thanks him for help with portrait of Mary Ball.  Artist Mr. Hagney will make copy for one hundred dollars.  Restoration planned for south porch and balustrade. Will furnish all the osage orange Hollingsworth demands.  Bill before Virginia legislature re free wharf was defeated.","A.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains, New York. Glad land bill for wharf was defeated.  Her positive attitude concerning contributions is the secret to success in life. Does not agree with the idea of adding a view of Mount Vernon to the portrait of Mary Washington as it will take away from the main subject and also she did not live at Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 286","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Milwaukee children raised funds for lodges and gate. Will send a book of names of donors.  Milwaukee college girls paid for coat of arms. Understands rooms on third floor have not been assigned for Council.  Will furnish the Mary Washington room at her own expense. ER-18, p. 215","A.L. Incomplete letter. Jacksonville.Cannot sell Lossing's book.  Encloses four dollars for personal copy.  Did not know it was forbidden for Vice Regents to do \"anything at Mount Vernon that had been considered necessary\" unless given an appointment by a committee to do so. Will not serve on any more committees and will write to Mrs. Berghmans. Still wants Milwaukee children to fund gates and lodges project. ER-18, p. 263","Copy or draft. Gives reasons for opposition to voting by proxy.  Gives Hollingsworth's estimates for rebuilding porters' lodges and gate.  Hollingsworth's great desire to push restoration. ER-7, p. 57","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Halsted's uneasiness over exposure to a \"dreadful disease.\" ER-5, p. 25","A.L.S. Detroit. Took great pains to record Michigan donors' names and contributions and copies were sent to the editor of the Mount Vernon Record. She has kept her receipts carefully.  Wants to collect $1000 for endowment. ER-17, p. 208","Copy. Hillside. Opposes continuance of restoration until whole of it can be done.  Calls reappointment of George W. Riggs a master stroke.  Regrets strife at Mount Vernon.  Plans to stimulate interest in estate for Centennial year.  Seeks a \"renovation\" committee.  Lady Washington tea parties for 22nd all over U.S.  Gives up hope of gift from A.T. Stewart. ER-7, p. 59","A.L.S. and two copies or drafts. Newark. Misunderstanding re which fences are to be mended first, planting hedges and raising of funds for these.  YMCA has sold only 4 copies of Lossing' book.  Urges him to give Mrs. Mitchell, data for restoration of gate and lodges. She will raise funds for it.  Sends glass case, books, orchard grass seed.  Maple trees to hide barn to be planted promptly.   ER-6, p. 69 and ER-7, p. 51, and ER-6, p. 93","A.L.S. Newark. Distressed that any group of men can deliberately cause so much trouble to their cause. Owners of new steamer put decayed fish on wharf. Donation of a finger ring to be sold for the Association. Glass case for Bastille has been shipped. Explains how it is to be set up. ER-6, p. 81","Copy. Orders 1000 osage-orange plants for hedging.","A.L.S. Reidsville, North Carolina. Asks for a bouquet from Mount Vernon's garden or wreath of boxwood for Centennial celebration at Charlotte, North Carolina. Wants to revive interest in Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Check for money Mr. Riggs has collected. Still more due on Georgia Railroad stock. Any annoyance from new boat? ER-5, p. 91","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Stock of oranges being sought for Mount Vernon sold out.","A.L.S. New York. Encloses check for $100 for himself and Mr. Haines. ER-6, p. 94","Copy. Encloses check for $100 for himself and Mr. Haines. ER-6, p. 95","A.L.S. Clarendon Hotel. Received official call to Grand Council, June 2.  Re Council action on death of former Regent, Ann Pamela Cunningham, who chose Mrs. Berghmans for her successor.  Governor Kemper and General Meens wish to inspect farm, urges careful plans be arranged for it. ER-14, p. 123","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Advises Mrs. Comegys to wait about furnishing her room until after Council.  Told Mrs. Barnes your offer to her to occupy this room.  Ten Vice Regents have replied they will attend Council.  Refers to Miss Cunningham's death. ER-17, p. 201","Copy. Final appeal for endowment fund and repair of balustrade and two porticos. ER-6, p. 97","A.L.S. Dover. Has sent by \"Arrow\" a carpet and some old chairs. Bought full set of furniture for Delaware room but Regent advises waiting until after Council when it is to be decided whether to furnish bedrooms as best they can or to wait in hope of fitting house with appropriate furniture. Depressed over Miss Cunningham's death, feels like retiring.  Chairs she sends are 100 years old and came from England. ER-5, p. 219","A.L.S. Detroit. Comments on loss of claim in legislature.  Sent proxy to Mrs. Comegys. ER-17, p. 208","Photostat. The Regent is requesting that the Advisory Committee be present when the Governor of Virginia comes to visit Mount Vernon on June 2. RM-86, PS-2234","A.L.S. Expecting twelve of the Ladies for their meeting. Discusses accommodations for all of them and appropriate furnishings. ER-5, p. 93","Receipt of payment for carpenter work on the barn and well house, 18 days work, $37.","A.L.S. Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Comegys coming to Mount Vernon on June 1 or 2 to examine papers confided to them by Council of MVLA.  She wishes to see Hollingsworth on June 1st. ER-5, p. 80","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Did not receive his letter with plan for gate and lodges.  Will see him in Washington at the end of the month.  One woman has given $100 and she hopes to have more gifts for the gate and 2 lodges, so have plans ready. Wants these completed before Centennial. ER-18, p. 221","A.L.S. Detroit. Will not retire until Michigan has raised $1000 for endowment fund.  Has a \"perfect file of all\" the first Regent's letters. Suggests burning them.  Indebted to Mrs. Halsted for keeping her informed on Mount Vernon affairs. ER-17,. p. 208","A.L.S. Hillside. Objects to having any history of the Association written until Mount Vernon is in perfect order and well kept. Objects to having glass case in the parlor or centennial display. Sends names of subscribers to colonnades. ER-6, p. 99","A.L.S. Newburgh, New York. Greatly enjoyed his recent visit to Mount Vernon. Asks Hollingsworth to sign his name in the visitor register for the day he visited as he forgot to sign it. ER-5, p. 93","A.L.S. Unable to attend Council.  Did visit Mount Vernon and found things \"going on fine.\"  Hopes porch, fences, roofing and lodges will be ready for centennial.  Mrs. Halsted's proxy came too late for Mrs. Mitchell to use. ER-18, p. 266","A.L.S. Stratford. Met Mrs. Halsted and Mrs. Mitchell in New York and  gave them details of Council.  Told Mrs. Mitchell to take third story room she occupied to furnish for her bedroom.  Mrs. Mitchell wants plan for lodges and gates.  Comments on Mrs. Eve's conduct re interring Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon and article in Washington Tribune. Asks him to find out who furnished the information.  Mrs. Eve's unfavorable comparison of work of gardener Craig and Mr. Hollingsworth.  Urges careful use of kerosene. ER-18, p. 54","A.L.S. Providence. Could he please pay man who brought her trunks to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 179","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Surprised at objections raised re Miss Cunningham's portrait as it was \"universally esteemed by her friends here as a successfult picture.\" Offer to make changes that could make the painting more acceptable to the present Vice Regents, but no new color will \"amalgamate\" with the paint already four years old.  Points objected to are those Miss Cunningham gave closest attention to: hair, arrangement of lace, etc.  Reminds her of the artist's difficulties when subject's and employer's tastes run contrary to artist's. ER-17, p. 205","Copy. Newark. Wishes her, as secretary of Council, to make corrections in yearly report. ER-6, p. 98","A.L.S. Leesburg. Candlestand bought from John A. Washington presented to MVLA by Major Noland. W-196","A.L.S. Stratford. Send him report of Council to review duties assigned to him.  The \"World\" gives an account of desecration of Mount Vernon on Sunday. Thinks Howland and his opposition boat responsible. ER-18, p. 49","A.L.S. Wants Mrs. Washington's report and resolution along with Mrs. Sweat's Yorktown paragraph. She could then place her report in printer's hands.  After printed matter is ready, must write out elaborate account for Record Book.  Asks advice on reporting letter read to Council from Mrs. Halsted on which no action was taken. ER-18, p. 126","A.L.S. Portion of letter cut into pieces. Torrisdale. MVLA financial condition not satisfactory until funds are on hand for necessary repairs and restoration.  Barn to be rebuilt.  Loss of boat fees while river was frozen.  Endowment fund needed.  Association out of debt and public is cordial. Thinks next year will be more profitable.  Wishes Miss Cunningham had lived to see improvements. ER-17, p. 203","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Efforts to obtain money for barn repair. Outrageous conduct and damage by Sunday visitors. Possiblity of legal proceedings against culprits.  ER-5, p. 95","A.L.S. Hillside. Regrets she wasn't at Council. Would have insisted on having glass case removed from East Parlor and osage-orange hedges planted. Wants revised estimate of south porch because of fall in price of materials and labor. Urges estimate of balcony over west door and balustrade on river front. Vandalism of 100 persons landed by another boat. ER-6, p. 101","A.L.S. Trouble from Sunday excursionists. Forbids future Sunday visitors. Grocery expenditures large. Means of transporting large articles such as furniture to Mount Vernon. Had impression 35 cents, not 25 cents, to be paid them for each boat passenger. ER-5, p. 94","A.L.S. How to list names of subscribers to colonnades. Certificates of membership of Association. Trespassers who vandalized should be prosecuted. Any word from late Regent's estate?  Criticism of \"our southern sisters.\" ER-6, p. 102","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Reverend Read. Re inability to sell Lossing's book.  Governor and others report favorably on Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 65","A.L.S. Postcard. Stratford. Asks him to send the \"Report\" to Mrs. Halsted.  Also to inform her of problems with Sunday excursions to Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Asks again for plans for lodges and gates, will try \"to raise money for all,\" and also furnish a bedroom. Her architect friend Mr. Mix will draw plans for furniture.  Mount Vernon should be thoroughly guarded from vandalism and offenders prosecuted.  Masons working hard. ER-18, p. 236","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regrets Mrs. Halsted's illness and absence from last Council.  Miss Patterson did declare her purpose to raise money for restoration of \"portico.\" Suggests using Mrs. Fitch's $50 toward restoration of barn. Each Vice Regent  asked to raise $50.  Chandelier for Council Room acceptable. ER-7, p. 63","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regrets Mrs. Halsted's illness and absence from last Council.  Miss Patterson did declare her purpose to raise money for restoration of \"portico.\" Suggests using Mrs. Fitch's $50 toward restoration of barn. Each Vice Regent  asked to raise $50.  Chandelier for Council Room acceptable. ER-5, p., 25","A.L.S. Mount Lebanon, New York. Forwards her Report from the Superintendent. Mrs. Urquhart, Vice Regent of Louisiana,  says she can do nothing for Mount Vernon because New Orleans and Louisiana are so poor. Wishes to resign, but she recommends wife of Congressman to succeed her.  Donation of old chair from Shakers. Mrs. Halsted descended from first white child born in Connecticut.  ER-6, p. 103","A. L. S. Milwaukee. Plans to build gates and lodges and furnish one room. Wants more fans made with Martha Washington's portrait on them to sell during Centennial time. Suggests sales of \"pretty little silver hatchets\". ER-18, p. 237","A.L.S. Postcard. Lebanon Springs, New York. Designs and estimates for gate and lodges have arrived.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Returns drawings and bids lodges and gate.  Asks if there is a single gate needed as a lady wants to give one in her children's name. Might be iron, cost not limited.  Notes gates connected with lodges must be wood.  Asks about bedrooms assigned her and gives plan for furnishing coat of arms of Wisconsin being made of carved wood. ER-18, p. 241","A.L.S. Providence. She has been so busy, would resign except she does not think anyone else should come into the Board until errors and mistakes of past years are covered over. Defends Miss Cunningham now that she is out of her chair at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 181","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Expenditures for tinners, lumber and architect for barn. Repayment of endowment fund and barn fund. ER-5, p. 96","A.L.S. Logansport, IN. Apologies for not having written. Will raise $500 or more if possible.  Is opposed to erecting a monument to Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon but feels right to have some type of memorial made for her. Doubts that Miss Cunningham was using Mount Vernon funds for herself. Certainly not in the early years of the MVLA.  Certain that Devereux forged the bad checks that looked so much like Miss Cunningham's signature.  She was not to blame for his swindles.","Copy. Lebanon Springs, New York. Requests him to donate a coat of arms for New York state for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, p. 106","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Re bill for the architect of barn. ER-5, p. 96","A.L.S. Hillside. Anxious to get Mansion and immediate surroundings in good shape. Osage-orange plants available. A chandelier for Council chamber. Can anything be done on south porch this autumn? Engraving from Mr. Gorston, \"Washington receiving a salute at Trenton.\" ER-6, p. 82","A.L.S. Stratford. Hears Bridgeport ladies wish to raise money to furnish Connecticut Room.  Discusses which room it shall be.  Asks him to take label \"Conn\" off attic room door. She is to furnish Council room plainly.  Sarah to use chicken feathers for pillows. Miss Cunningham's bedroom to be papered or whitewashed. ER-18, p. 50","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends $52 for building gate and later will send names of children contributors.  Will send coat of arms with names of contributors.  Hopes to send $500 to start lodges. ER-18, p. 246","A.L.S. Received money from Mrs. Farnsworth for Mount Vernon endowment fund and for repairs of Barn,  check for $50, which sum he placed into her \"account as Regent.\" ER-5, p. 97","A.L.S. Hillside. Money for portico and barn. Chandelier for Council room. Get estimate for little portico on Alexandria front. Cleaning furnace at Mount Vernon, cooking, and range. Mr. Barlow to repair painting in East Parlor free. ER-6, p. 83","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Expenditures for repair of barn, and photographs of it. Suggests more prominence to Lossing's book which is for sale there. ER-5, p. 97","Copy. Asks loan of state coat of arms for Mount Vernon so it may be copied and painted on canvas. ER-6, p. 107","A.L.S. Newark. Chandelier for Council room donated by Mrs. Thomas B. Peddie of Newark. Dahlias for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, 84","A.L.S. Newark. Sends copy of Washington coat of arms. Chandelier has shipped.  ER-6, p. 108","A.L.S. Stratford. Re wallpaper she is sending. Asks him to have a good competent man do papering, hang chandelier in center of Council room.  Has sent Connecticut's share to Mr. Riggs for Barn. Will send $400 or $500 for endowment fund, has Committee working fund for furnishing Connecticut room. Vice Regent Mrs. Halsted will care for Mrs. Hudson's Mount Vernon work during her absence in Europe.  Striped chintz paper and border for walls, white figured paper for ceiling.  Council room to be painted white or light grey.","A.L.S. Hillside. Parlor, inventories for furnishings, \"Earl of Chatham\" ink painting donated. ER-6, p. 109","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Mrs. Halsted sends chandelier for Council room. Will send down some old-fashioned furniture for Pennsylvania room.  ER-5, p. 97","A.L.S. Newark. Anxious over arrival of chandelier. Miss Floride Cunningham and her sister Lizzie to go to Mount Vernon for a few days to go through Miss Cunningham's correspondence. All pertaining to Association to stay at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Representation of Mount Vernon at the Centennial Exposition. Appeal to Philadelphia Board of Brokers for contribution for endowment fund. Gift of old furniture and an Association seal for Mount Vernon. ER-5,  p. 25","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Hoyt's Printing House letterhead. Bridgeport ladies ask for exact measurements and plan of Connecticut room, they wish to furnish in same style as it was furnished in time of Washington's death.  Want to use a wood carpet and facsimile of Washington furniture which they understand Miss Hamilton possesses.  Encloses a paper indicating misunderstanding as to which is Connecticut room. ER-18, p. 53","A.L.S. Newark. Connecticut to furnish West Parlor. Waiting on contracts for balustrades and porticos. ER-6, p. 86","A.L.S. Hillside. Chandelier is hung.  More instructions re colonnades. Lossing said a length of balustrade had been preserved to serve as pattern, will write him for information re \"that pretty little porch over the west front door.\"  Consult illustration in \"Home of Washington.\" Put yellow pine floor down with white lead.  Improve road, will send dahlia roots. ER-7, p. 66","A.L.S. Detroit. Plan for festival on February 22 for endowment fund.  Mrs. Eve spent several weeks with her. ER-17, p. 209","Copy. Newark. Appeals to her for funds to renovate Mansion before the Centennial. ER-6, p. 89","A.L.S. Newark. Lossing has no definite measurement for summer house or porch. Must go by correct proportions to doors and windows. Work on barns not so important as work on Mansion. ER-7, p. 67","A.L.S. Auburn, New York. Wishes to purchase Washington family bible for MVLA.  Wishes to have it authenticated and some knowledge of its history.  Prepared to pay approximately $50 for the bible.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Requests that he preserve letters of her aunt sent him to be handed over to ladies selected by Miss Cunningham for control of them. ER-11, p. 177","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Amount of $81.75 credited to account. ER-5, p. 97","A.L. Incomplete letter. Difficulty collecting $600 needed to repay Mr. Riggs for his advance of $1000 toward restoration of the barn. However, she has collected some antique furniture for Mansion. State coat of arms over each door.","A.L.S. Charleston. Lawyer says Miss Cunningham's appointment of them to take charge of her papers cannot be passed on to someone else.  Useless to confer with anyone else on subject. ER-17, p. 215","A.L.S. Newark. Has found architect, Mr. Taylor, who will make plan for rebuilding the porch and portico. Dissatisfied with colonnade pillars. Wishes 2 pieces of old pillars for flower stands at Washington's Headquarters at Morristown. Sends old chair owned by General Elias Dayton. ER-6, p. 58","Photocopy. Galveston, TX. Office of Hobby and Post, Cotton Factors and Commission Merchants. Members of Washington family wish to exhibit personal Washington relics at the Centennial.  Hope to charge a small admission fee.  Asks if this will be possible.","A.L.S. and typescript partial transcription. Nordington. Is to send table to Mount Vernon for the Council room.  Will be in Washington early in New Year.  Expects to see him.  Is to bring with her the handle of Washington's coffin. ER-14, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington. Write to Hollingsworth to see if architect, Mr. Taylor, can be made comfortable at Mount Vernon. New Vice Regent for Kansas. ER-7, p. 61","A.L.S. Hopes \"annoyance\" of neighbors has stopped. Sends copies of Lossing's book and some Bibles and hymn books for Negroes. Sends grass seed. Was disappointed in not getting large donation promised her. Procuring table for Bastille model. ER-6, p. 57","Incomplete. Sent $1000 to Mr. Riggs for fences, also $53 from Vice Regent of Indiana.  Is holding surplus funds until certain all bills are paid.","Draft. Mount Vernon and the Centennial. Preparations for Centennial rushing toward completion.  Restoration also progresses at Mount Vernon where the colonnades were restored at cost of $939.61. City contributed $443. Balustrade on river front, barn stables and carriage house must have new roof. Rebuild hedges at gate. Surround estate with fence and bridge. All highly costly.  Vice Regents must sell Lossing's book. Publisher to sell at 50% off to Mount Vernon.  New Jersey to restore lodges, furnish fence and buildings.  If Vice Regents want Lossing book, tell Mrs. Halsted.  It will be shipped at once.  Newark clergy offers $1000 to restore verandah.","A.L. Draft. Remembers Miss Cunningham in early days of Association. Accepts responsibility of Miss Cunningham's appointment of her to receive her papers. ER-5, p. 213","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Relates Miss Cunningham's death on the 1st of May in S.C.  Wishes simple marker and two biblical passages on it.  Leaves her Mount Vernon papers and momentos to MVLA. ER-17, p. 207","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. After her aunt's death her uncle was empowered to take care of all papers including those Mary McMakin had, until turned over to three ladies named by her aunt to receive them.  Ann Pamela Cunningham wanted to leave them with Floride who had no room for the trunks, so Miss McMakin offered to keep them in her home. ER-17, p. 216","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Thanks her for the copy of the Centennial newspaper which will give her the information she has been seeking. Will forward one dollar to subscribe for the year and hopes it will help with their cause. ER-7, p. 69","A.L.S. Newark. Drawings of Mansion completed. South end portico drawings begun. Chair owned by Elias Dayton presented. ER-6, p. 59","Typescript copy. Washington, D.C. Concerns a letter of George Washington's to Fielding Lewis.  The letter is to be sold and Mr. Childs may see it at Mr. Leavitt's office.   R-217, TYP-899","A.L.S. Newark. Introduces Mr. Taylor who proposes furnishing MVLA with drawings and elevation of Mansion. ER-7, p. 75","Copy. Asks him for the favor of providing free passage on the railroad for Mr. Taylor to Mount Vernon. He will be providing them with much needed drawings of the Mansion. ER-6, p. 111","A.L.S. Elizabeth, New Jersey. Offers to send a chair used by Lord Bolingbroke, but cannot furnish papers of authenticity. ER-7, p. 71","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has received $98.12. ER-5, p. 99","A.L.S. Receipt for brick work on Porter's Lodge.  ER-11, p. 185","A.L.S. Receipt for assistance to Mr. Craig for brick work on porter's lodges. ER-11, p. 185","A.L.S. Dover. Moth problem at Mount Vernon is common in houses not lived in. She uses terpentine to repel them. Will furnish Delaware room, but impossible to get 100 year old furniture as desired. Any papers of Miss Cunningham's to be retained there. ER-5, p. 223","A.L.S. Receipt for carpentry work done on porter's lodges. ER-11, p. 185","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Tries to sell Lossings, cheap and expensive editions. Refers to gate, lodges, Wisconsin coat of arms, and furnishing a room. ER-18, p. 267","A.L.S. Newark. Mr. Taylor is making drawings of Mansion, will soon forward those of south end portico elevation with check.  Thinks a box of tin from colonnades (donated) must be at Mount Vernon.  Urges him to make funds available go as far as possible as collecting money is difficult.  Planning more entertainments. ER-7, p. 75","A.L.S. Receipt for brick work on Porter's Lodge.  ER-11, p. 185","Copy. Re history of Bolingbroke chair and an India ink painting of the Earl of Chatham. Copy written on a printed financial statement summary for Home Insurance Company of New York and advertisement for a Centennial calendar. ER-7, p. 71","A.L.S. Newark. Saw Van Campen Taylor on his return from Mount Vernon. He is making his draft of the Mansion, will return to complete details.  Will have elevation of portico ready today, found 1/2 of a pillar still standing against Mansion which is a perfect guide to restoration.  Portico must be a facsimile.  Encloses $300. ER-7, p. 72","Handwritten recollections of the 1864 meeting by an unknown individual.","A.L.S. Newark. Sends drawings for reconstruction of south porch of Mansion.  Copy of half column now attached to buiilding which should be copied exactly, made of seasoned pine, base and cap turned separately out of heavy plank.  Drawing is correct, engraving and photographs examined. ER-7, p. 75","A.L.S. Regarding a Washington bust given to him by Mr. Mills. Wishes Mills to write letter relating information John Augustine Washington had on the casting of the bust. H-709","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Bates' offer of Mrs. Otis portrait better be put before Council.  She is pleased with gift of Bolingbroke chair.  The Vice Regents efforts to celebrate Washington's birthday.  Interest on endowment fund to be sent to Hollingsworth. ER-7, p. 74","A.L.S. Newark. Sends interest on endowment fund.  Van Camp Taylor's architectural drawings for south end porch also sent. ER-7, p. 74-75. Copy of letter also in folder.","Copy. Asks him to speak in Jersey City for Washington's birthday for endowment fund.  Rival boat to Mount Vernon has cut boat fares, reducing Mount Vernon's revenue by half.  Masonic Order in New Jersey has contributed \"nobly.\"  Also planning celebrations in Elizabeth, Newark, Morristown and New York. ER-7, p. 77","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Gave some lectures for Mount Vernon years ago and offers to give more in his Congressional District for the Centennial. ER-7, p. 79","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Deplores modern days and quest for money. Discusses the Bolingbroke chair.","A.L.S. New York. The committee working on the centennial banner suggests they may send some money to Mount Vernon and she asks for a project. Roof, porch or whatever is needed that will give them a definite aim to work for. ER-7, p. 81","Bill with receipt of payment for materials and restoration of the balustrade at cost of $54.00.","A.L.S. Southampton, England. Offers old engraving of portrait of Admiral Vernon. M-1003. Letter adhered to cloth backing.","A.L.S. Detroit. Attempted to reorganize some of the interior counties that had helped with purchase fund, but interest was gone.  Has only collected $300 for endowment fund.  Refers to the great amount of work she has done for Mount Vernon cause and yet it is not completed.  Asks for information re amount needed for endowment fund. ER-17, p. 219","Copy. Newark. Asks for money for endowment for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, p. 113","A.L.S. Newark. Sends interest from New Jersey endowment fund. ER-6, p. 117","A.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Howard Townsend of Albany, New York gives funds and directions for immediate restoration of balustrade.  Reminds him of promise to send the old pillar of the portico to Washington's Headquarters in New Jersey. ER-7, p. 76","A.L.S. Charleston. Was unable to assume full duties of a Vice Regent, but Miss Cunningham did not want her to resign.  She is now able to carry on the work and expects to attend next Council. ER-4, p. 276","Receipted bill for carpentry work on the gate and fence, $41.00.","A.L.S. Jersey City. Possible cooperation with Masonic fraternity in proposed oration on \"Life and Character of Washington.\" ER-6, p. 118","A.L.S. In writing of a secretary. Re gift of $50 toward barn restoration from Mrs. Ward of Kansas. ER-7, p. 89","Copy. Re bust of Washington. Is to have it reproduced for sale to the general public. H-709","A.L.S. Dover. Coat of arms for Delaware room. She will furnish the room. ER-5, p. 225","A.L.S. Bridgeport, CT. Written on Mayor's Office of Bridgeport letterhead. Addressed to \"the keeper of Washington's home.\" He visited Mount Vernon many years ago and purchased one of the live eagles on the estate which still lives.  When visiting again in 1852 he does not remember any more eagles being around the estate. Inquires if there are currently any eagles at Mount Vernon and would like to exchange his for one or two younger birds. ER-5, p. 102","Copy. Trying to solicit for endowment fund for Mount Vernon. Present income insufficient and precarious. Rival steamer owned by farmers near Mount Vernon taking visitors for half fare. Plans for lectures and entertainments on Washington's birthdays to benefit endowment. ER-6, p. 119","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has sent letter to New York Mount Vernon Aid Society.  Suggests small donations be kept for repairs, larger sums for endowment fund. Riggs advanced money for barn roof.  New York Centennial Committee contributes to restoration of balustrade.  Portico and porch repairs about completed. ER-7, p. 87","A.L.S. Baltimore. Miss Harper wishes wallpaper and oilcloth removed from Maryland room. She did not want these and won't be responsible for cost incurred. ER-5, p. 98","A.L.S. Washington. Wishes MacDonald to return the Washington bust to him with a sworn statement that it is the proper bust. H-709","A.L.S. Dover. Asks how other rooms at Mount Vernon are furnished and whether walls are papered or painted. Two chairs nearly fill the room. ER-5, p. 227","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Still wants to give lectures in his congressional district to help the fund. He did this before many years ago. ER-6, p. 121","A.L.S. Albany. Requests information about Association. She is one of a group of Albany ladies interested in aiding their work.  ER-6, p. 120","A.L.S. Dover. Sorry she has been misaddressing his letters to Alexandria. Grateful for his papering her room, although Regent prefers \"whiting.\" Will reimburse him for expenses. Room is so small it holds nothing. What type of material is the curtain? ER-5, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington. Will write soon re revival of interest in Mount Vernon in many parts of the country.  Ohio sent $2000, proceeds from Ball for endowment fund, expects $800 from Richmond Ball. ER-17, p. 223","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Intends to lecture during next two months for benefit of Mount Vernon fund, deducting expenses incurred before remitting proceeds. Desires information regarding Miss Cunningham, financial condition of the estate, etc. ER-6, p. 122","A.L.S. Dover. Since walls in Delaware room are nicely papered, woodwork must be painted too. ER-5, p. 229","A.L.S. Wishes to help with Martha Washington tea party. Has an antique picture which she will exhibit on behalf of Mount Vernon. Will write concerning origin of picture, and it may belong at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 123","Copy. Mr. Hoffman's lectures should be given under New York State Committee auspices. ER-7, p. 85","Copy. Corrects mistakes in article about Mount Vernon of the 29th.  Urges February 22 be dedicated in all states to raising fund for Mount Vernon restoration.  Cincinnati raised $2160.  Van Campen Taylor, architect from Newark, volunteered service, went to Mount Vernon in January for one week, made drawings of porticos, balustrades, etc., also plans and elevations of Mansion. ER-7, p. 83","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Wants proceeds from his proposed lectures to go to Mount Vernon but seems to be some hesitation or misunderstanding on Mrs. Townsend's part. ER-6, p. 125","Copy. Urges him to cooperate with State Committee.  Hopes for widespread celebrations now that February 22 is a legal holiday.  States current indebtedness. ER-7, p. 85","D.S. Washington, D.C. Notice to attend Grand Council. ER-5, p. 27","A.L.S. Dover. Has had antique style furniture made for Delaware room. ER-5, p. 231","A.L.S. Baltimore. She has been seriously ill and neglected correspondence.  Urges  Hollingsworth to have Mansion \"thoroughly cleaned\" of moths.  Will attend to getting Maryland coat of arms.  Bill for endowment passed Maryland Senate but failed in House. ER-17, p. 255","A.L.S. Detroit. Occasionally has a celebration on February 22.  Plans to make a full report to the Regent and resign.  Cannot attend next Council. ER-17, p. 214","A.L.S. Executive Mansion, Annapolis, Maryland. Too late to remedy the mistake re papering the Maryland room.  Wants walls washed with a cream color, mantle piece and woodwork painted gray.  Will bring pieces of carpet and curtains. Bedstead presented by a friend of Mrs. Egerton will replace one belonging to Georgia room. New mattress a gift. ER-13, p. 32","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Private secretary to Mrs. Berghmans (Laughton). Congratulates her on success of her \"entertainment.\" Madam Berghmans currently preparing for Council. ER-7, p. 91","A.L.S. Annapolis. Invites Mrs. Comegys to her home, needs her experience and judgment re Mount Vernon.  ER-17, p. 224","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Asks Superintendent to change paper in Maryland Room if she does not like it.  Approves Mrs. Comegys's action Miss Cunningham's papers, does not wish to open correspondence with Floride Cunningham.  Always glad of any action that indicates respect and regard for first Regent.  Mrs. Barry and Mrs. Chace will not be at Council.  Have heard from 12 including Mrs. Walker who will attend. ER-17, p. 226","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re State Committees. Doubts advisability of allowing permanent committees. ER-5, p. 28","A.L.S. Newark. Treasurer, Mrs. Parker has sent Madam Berghmans $1000. Vases, Earl of Chatham's picture and Bolingbroke chair have been shipped. Will take with her the plans and elevations of the Mansion. ER-6, p. 60","A.L.S. Dover. Paper must come off the walls in Delaware room, it is only one upstairs papered. ER-5, p. 231","A.L.S. 2 pages. Newark to Mount Vernon. Sends the drawings and instructions for rebuilding the south porch of the Mansion.","A.L.S. Detroit. Not able to attend Council.  Asks if History of Mount Vernon presented for Council is to be published. If records of each state are preserved in archives, Mrs. Farnsworth has nothing but receipts for money collected which she will send with her resignation. Thinks more can be raised for endowment, and that resources of her \"adopted state\" have been only partially developed. ER-17, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Statement of MVLA account.  Can also collect $31.50 in interest due on MVLA stocks.  Also he holds $5550 in US Treasury stocks, $500 in bonds of Portland and Rochester Co. and 18 shares of Virginia and Georgia bank stocks. ER-22, p. 237","Copy. Newark. Has not heard from her in a long time. She tried to cover the New York portion of Mount Vernon work for her but feels she has not done enough. Updates her on latest Mount Vernon news. ER-6, p. 127","A.L.S. Carpet and bedstead for Pennsylvania room. ER-5, p. 99","A.L.S. Dover. She and others on Committee stayed after Council to check accounts and were \"insulted\" by Mr. Hollingsworth. Mrs. Laughton's secretary overheard them talking of incident. ER-5, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Authenticates the Powel carriage as that which Mr. John Hare Powel told her belonged formerly to General George Washington. H-737","A.L.S. Pleased to get \"beautiful commendations\" from the Capital.  Re adjustments of funds given, finds only two gifts, $10 and $5, received from Regent, though she reported more forthcoming. ER-7, p. 93","A.L.S. Nordington. Re purchase of a horse.  Furniture moved in Council room.  Bridgeport ladies will send furniture.  Miss Harper places antique marble table in Banquet Hall, old side-board placed in East Parlor, two pictures were rehung.  Council was too brief and hurried. ER-17, p. 123","A.L.S. Accepts Vice Regency of New York. ER-17, p. 228","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Praises his management of entertainment for distinguished guests yesterday. Five dollars to be distributed among servants. Some of her silver and other things left at Mount Vernon. China and glassware to be returned to Mr. Boteler.  Purchase of fans for sale on boat or at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 99","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. At Council request, they are at Mount Vernon to attend to papers Miss Cunningham in accordance with her will.  Personal papers returned to niece, other papers placed in Superintendent's care, box of valuables placed with relics.  Mrs. Walker goes to Richmond to get papers left with Mrs. Pellet. ER-11, p. 179","A.L.S. Dover. Found in his garden Admiral Vernon medal commemorating taking of Porto Bello in 1739. Presents it to Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 231","A.L.S. Stratford. Superintendent ordered by Council resolution to have copies of two Charters of MVLA printed.  Asks him to send her a \"written copy duly authenticated of both charters.\"  Tells him how to obtain copy from Virginia Secretary of State, fee to be paid by MVLA. ER-18, p. 60","A.L.S. Certifies the carriage he sold Mr. Wharton is the same as the Powel carriage and the one identified by Elizabeth Steel. H-737","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. She and Mrs. Hudson occupy room over Superintendent's office.  Describes life at Mount Vernon during Council.  Difficulties with furnace.  Chandelier returned.  Is working on old papers, has found but one of her own letters.  Is appointed as a committee of one to attend to restoration of Peale's painting \"Washington Before Yorktown.\" ER-7, p. 95","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Refers to old engraving of Admiral Vernon sent from England recently.  Mrs. Washington has not yet sent Minutes.  Refers to debt on barn. GAve $175 to Mr. Riggs.  Kentucky sent $273, used $50 for barn, rest for endowment fund.  Florida's $300 to be treated similarly.  Hopes Tennessee and West Virginia will pay their quotas soon.  Refers to support given her by Mrs. Comegys, Mrs. Eve, and Miss Harper. ER-17, p. 235","A.L.S. Receipt of Mr. L. Harrison of Fredericksburg a large bell that used to be the property of Mary Washington. W-822","A.L.S. Lexington, Virginia. Washington and Lee University. Has no objection to the Washington bedstead being fixed up as \"you and Mr. Green think best.\" W-194","Copy. Newark. Cordially received the Masons recent donation of $10. ER-6, p. 146","Copy. Newark. Sends $1000 for New Jersey's contribution to endowment fund and $53 for Indiana. ER-7, p. 99","Copy. Newark. Furniture for Mount Vernon ready to ship. Thanks him for privilege of shipping on his line. ER-6, p. 167","Copy. Newark. Appeals for money for endowment to do away with continued appeals to public and the entrance fee. Mrs. Stewart's husband was interested in the endowment before his death. ER-6, p. 169","Copy. Newark. Miss Cunningham requested Congress to make 22nd February a legal holiday. ER-6, p. 177","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Re bills for books, why she unable to attend Council. Complains about Vice Regents not doing as they agree to do.  Mount Vernon is \"looking spendidly.\"  Furnished room herself, procured furniture 100 yrs old, imitated upholstery of time.  Coat of arms carved, paid for by seminary.  Lodges paid for by children of a friend and public school pennies.  Turned offer of a New York merchant over to Vice Regent  for New York. ER-18, p. 289","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Excursion party visited Mount Vernon in September 1875. Noticed barren condition of Connecticut room.  Bridgeport Mount Vernon Aid Society formed to furnish room.  Gives list of articles, age of each and cash value. Includes cabinet, piano, sofa, tea table, card table, sconce, small rocking chair, large rocking chair, mirror, silk screen, andirons, candlestick, snuffers and tray. ER-18, p. 53","A.L.S. Morristown, New Jersey. Great admiration for her zeal in pressing for endowment funds. Offers to go to Washington to help lobby bill through both Houses for funds. Headquarters Association in bad shape. May have to disband. ER-6, p. 128","A.L.S. Newark. Asks about decision to Appeal to Congress for endowment fund, mentions legislators who may be called on for support.  Asks for receipt for $1000 sent for endowment fund. ER-7, p. 101","A.L. Torn postcard, incomplete. Bridgeport. Furniture sent to Virginia. Gives dimensions.","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Unable to obtain minutes from Secretary of Council. Ladies must endeavor to influence Congressmen in favor of appropriation for Mount Vernon.  ER-5, p. 29","A.L.S. New York. MacDonald's bust of Washington made from Houdon's cast and Stewart portrait. Burglar alarm installed.  ER-6, p. 180","Copy. Re efforts for the endowment fund. ER-6, p. 129","Copy. Re endowment bill for $100,000 to come before U.S. Congress in January. Council has instructed each Vice Regent to work for it through congressmen.  Regrets that Mrs. Ella Bassett Washington has not sent in revised Minutes for published report. ER-7, p. 109","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Will ask people of Wisconsin to give to endowment fund when she hears from Regent who has not written her.  Knows of last Council proceedings indirectly only.  Approves plan of raising endowment and not accepting aid from Congress.  Regrets there are not committees to work with Regent. ER-18, p. 269","Receipted bill for digging well.","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Sends memorial done by Baltimore woman. Draws diagram of how it is to be hung in relation to other pictures, including George and Martha Washington and Miss Cunningham. Coat of arms for Georgia and Pennsylvania expected soon. Suggests having white cottage furniture in room until antiques arrive from South Carolina. Returns to Georgia soon via Chesapeake Bay. ER-5, p. 201","D.S. Circuit court. Receipt for $75 retainer in suit against Howland and others.  ER-5, p. 100","A.L.S. Nordington. Sent complete copy of minutes to Regent, will make copy for Mrs. Halsted.  Federal aid to be sought.  Captain Frank kept boat running \"constantly\" for Mount Vernon visitors. ER-14, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington. Wants to visit Mount Vernon the next week if she, husband and friends can go on the boat without charges. Wishes to know with what privileges a Vice Regent of the MVLA is endowed when visiting Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 31","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Arthur M. Burton, Attorney at Law. Re estate of J.W. Derickson, deceased. Widow of Mr. Derickson wishes to know when the MVLA will pay debts owed to her late husband and lists payments owed. ER-D-114","A.L.S. with copies of documents. Philadelphia. Sends copies of drafts and note and Miss Cunningham's letter. Draft for $1000 does not bear name of Devereux. Asks him to let him know results of his investigation.  ER-D-129, ER-D-130","Extract of letter regarding late report of minutes due to her son's illness. Also, brief extract reporting the marriage of Mrs. Berghmans to Mr. Laughton. ER-7, p. 111","A.L.S. Nordington. Sends copy of report of last Council.  Does \"literary work\" in New York in winter to bolster her finances.  No word of board meeting on resolution, or official report to be published.  No legislature hearing for Mount Vernon when Presidential election is so important.  Press reports large profits at Mount Vernon.  Visitors by thousands. ER-14, p. 125","Copy. Regrets late report. It fails to give sufficient importance to necessity of immediate work on Bill to be presented to U.S. Congress for $100,000 endowment. ER-7, p. 113","Copy. Council decided to ask January session of Congress for $100,000 endowment to support and keep Mount Vernon in repair.  Seeks his support of this Bill. ER-7, p. 103","Copy. Asks him to keep her informed on Mount Vernon bill for $100,000 endowment. Reviews $7000 claim and how money was spent and inability of Vice Regents to raise sufficient funds. ER-7, p. 105","Printed notices re open hours of the estate, fees, restrictions on photography, etc. News clipping re the same on the reverse. ER-7, p. 107","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Has not heard from him in a long time.  Hopes Council will be last of May or first of June.  Asks for all the box trees he can spare. Will pay at same rate as anyone else. ER-18, p. 257","A.L.S. South Carolina. Reply to letter asking about Miss Cunningham who spent part of summer and fall in 1864 on Sullivan Island, and went to Mrs. Calhoun's in winter, in a very feeble condition.  Relates A.P.C.'s efforts to rehabilitate her S.C. plantation and be free from debt, her struggles for health in the unhealthy place, she had a good physician.  Mrs. Calhoun wrote many letters for her and her husband looked after her business affairs. ER-17, p. 237","Record of gifts given to the MVLA.","Report and account of all receipts and expenditures of funds in 1876 by the Vice Regent of New Jersey. ER-7, p. 97","Report on the Connecticut Room in the Mansion. ER-18, p. 52","A.L. Incomplete. New Jersey and New York have funded the restoration of the two colonnades, south end portico, Alexandria front port, balustrade on piazza. Will be completed by opening of the National Centennial.  Mr. Van Campen Taylor of Newark, went to Mount Vernon and made drawings of those items to restore them immediately.  Also drew plans and elevations of Mansion and surroundings that may be rebuilt if destroyed by fire.  Taylor did this gratis. ER-7, p. 34","A.L.S. Praises for Mrs. Berghman's Regency.  Captain of the Arrow has failed to perform his part of contract with MVLA.  Boat running in oppostion to MVLA's. Feels business not adequate for service by more than one company.","A.L.S. House of Representatives. Glad they are seeking bill in Congress. Is hopeful for its success. ER-6, p. 131","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent married Mr. Laughton, December 30, 1876 in Washington.  Gives description of Mr. Laughton.  Much publicity given to the marriage.  Sent Regent Minutes three months ago, but has had no acknowledgement of it.  Thinks it unwise to ask congressional aid now. ER-14, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Senate Chamber. Offers to present petition to Congress for endowment, but bill will probably have to originate in House of Representatives. ER-6, p. 130","A.L.S. House of Representatives. Bill for endowment has not been introduced yet. Will do all he can to see it passed. ER-6, p. 132","A.L.S. Alexandria. Instructions on pursuing the suit against various individuals in the Fairfax Court. ER-5, p. 101","A.L.S. Thinks it unwise to pursue congressional bill at present. ER-5, p. 31","A.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Laughton's recent letter has blasted all hopes of getting endowment bill through this Congress. If he thinks there is a chance of the bill passing now, please write to Mrs. Laughton. Once enthusiasm of centennial is over she sees little hope of getting any money.  ER-6, p. 134","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Asks if Regent mentions report for last year. Sent Minutes last September and as yet not acknowledged.  Saw Judge Thomas who wants Board changed. ER-14, p. 127","A.L.S. Agrees with Regent and others that it is not the best time to approach Congress with bill. ER-7, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received her check for $218.95. ER-20, p. 153","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Table belonging to her husband's grandfather (nephew of George Washington) given to Mount Vernon.  Cover for table promised.  Hopes Judge Thomas will not resign. Good supporter of Mount Vernon.  Asks for her cousin Mr. Lewis' address. Owner of relics. ER-7, p. 115","A.L.S. Receipt for laying cobblestone.","A.L.S. Newark. Van Campen Taylor and a young assistant wish to go to Mount Vernon to finish drawings. Asks only that their fare be paid, but collecting funds is difficult. ER-7, p. 75","Copy. Asks him to write immediately regarding security of Washington's sarcophagus and to ensure that it has never been opened or tampered with.  An end must be put to these \"outrageous newspaper scandals.\" Note in folder also alludes to a letter from Mrs. Hollingsworth to her husband regarding damage to the Tomb. ER-7, p. 125","A.L.S. Alexandria. Suit against Howland progressing. Injunction granted and violators will be punished. \"The idea that Mount Vernon is the property of the people at large will be speedily dispelled.\" ER-5, p. 103","A.L.S. Leesburg. Mr. Green of Alexandria will finish renovating and send to Mount Vernon \"a handsome old…bookcase and writing desk.\"  Shall go to Mount Vernon soon \"perhaps with my big bookcase, a piece belonging to General Custis Lee, to be deposited\" at Mount Vernon. H-151","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Asks for facts re statements made in article in New York Evening Post March 20, 1877, about Houdon bust at Mount Vernon. H-709","Copy. Believes Committees very important to carry on Mount Vernon work. Duties of an executive committee. At last Council, a committee appointed to examine and report on entire management of the farm. Thinks Mrs. Sweat is proper person to suggest people for different committees. ER-7, p. 119","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Re Evening Post's article on James Grant Wilson's false statements of plaster case made of Washington's whole person and removal of Houdon bust from Mount Vernon. Also refutes MacDonald's claim to original. H-709","A.L.S. Newark. Re Houdon bust. ER-6, p. 61","A.L.S. Receipt for laying cobblestone.","Copy. Newark. Wrote Hollingsworth re the stealing of Houdon bust.  Pleased with his Evening Post article.  Should have had $100,000 from Congress for endowment in 1876.  Colonnades have been rebuilt. Portico fronting library window, balustrade on river front portico, and two lodges at Alexandria entrance restored.  Several rooms furnished.  Refers to Miss Cunningham's death and burial.  Taylor's detailed drawings of Mansion to be preserved with deed.  Plans to be published in Boston Art and Architectural Journal. ER-6, p. 154","A.L.S. New York. Original subscription book kept by his wife, Mary Morris Hamilton Schuyler, was thought to be at Mount Vernon but ended up in a private library and eventually forwarded back to his wife. Should he send it on to her? Mrs. Schuyler is ill but wants to do the right thing with the subscription book. ER-7, p. 80","A.L.S. Will send a bale of matting to Mount Vernon that may be used on Council room if no carpet there. Also getting chintz for curtains, sofa and mantle, so when furniture from Connecticut room is placed there, will have furnished Council Room.  Vice Regents Sweat, Mitchell, and Hudson will meet privately at Mount Vernon before Council.  Left boat affairs in Regent's hand. ER-18, p. 56","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Re his article and false statements on Houdon bust. H-709","D.S. Washington, D.C. Official notice to attend Council.  ER-5, p. 29","A.L.S. New York. Description of subscription book. Cannot leave his wife at present to bring it to her but she can pick it up if convenient to her. Mrs. Schuyler is very glad she represents New York at the MVLA. ER-7, p. 80","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Acknowledges Mrs. Comegys's congratulations upon Regent's marriage. ER-17, p. 239","A.L.S. New York. Sends Mount Vernon book by express today. ER-7, p. 80","A.L.S. Stratford. Vice Regents Mitchell, Sweat and Hudson to arrive for private Council before Grand Council.  Has sent matting, wishes it put down in Council Room. ER-18, p. 57","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Thanks him for information sent and the invitation to visit Mount Vernon to see improvements. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re the invitation to the governor and the committee appointed to visit Mount Vernon on May 22 during Grand Council.  Refusal to defray committee's travelling expenses as many Vice Regents come thousands of miles and pay their own hotel bills. ER-17, p. 238","A.L.S. Gordonsville, Kentucky. Wrote Mrs. Broadwell re purchase of George Washington autograph letter.  Has had no reply.  He and his sisters are old, in need of funds, and he hopes this sale may be made. ER-17, p. 277","A.L.S. Stratford. Matting is sent for Council room. ER-18, p. 58","A.L.S. Stratford. Re transportation to Mount Vernon.  Order given that all reports are to be in writing.  She wants Connecticut furniture also put in Council room excepting piano. Will bring accessories such as curtains, table covers, etc.  Is collecting money for furnishing parlor handsomely.  Asks him to have her little mirror repaired.  Will bring chintz for sofa, wants cornice for curtains.  Asks for her little bedroom again. ER-18, p. 59","A.L.S. Baltimore. Sends matting for Maryland room. Wants furnace running 2 or 3 days before Council and needs a place for her maid. ER-13, p. 32","Copy. Acknowledges receipt of two reports on the steamer Arrow.  No doubt safety of public will be enhanced by instructions given to Captain by Mr. Dumont. ER-18, p. 90","A.L.S. Leesburg. Original bookcase, mirror and brackets given by George Washington Custis Lee. Candle stand also original and given by Major B.P. Noland. Two square mahogany tables presented. Instructions as to how these relics should be marked. ER-5, p. 105","A.L. portion of letter cut away, incomplete. Detroit. Collected $150 which she asks advice on using.  Refers to her resignation and gives new address at New Rochelle, New York. Pencil note: \"Mrs. Farnsworth resigned at next Council.  Resignation not accepted.\" ER-17, p. 241","A.L.S. and copy. Mount Vernon. Relates events at Council.  Virginia committee interviews Captain Hollingshead re boat question, bar, fees, etc.  Statements re payments were false.  Proposition to be submitted by Alexandria ship builder.  J.M. Forbes, attorney and new member, said members do not want their expenses paid.  His daughter finds suit of George Washington's clothes he put in safe keeping during War. Was given to MVLA by Colonel McGregor.   ER-6, p. 135 and copy ER-7, p. 121","D.S. Reappointment of Superintendent Hollingsworth with duties assigned.  ER-5, p. 107","Copy. On behalf of the Grand Council. Asks Vice Regents who have not communicated with the Regent or attended Council to offer resignation to the Board of the MVLA so that the Regent may appoint a new representative from their states.","Printed statement. Fauquier County, Virginia. Printed statement made at the request of the MVLA re history of the George Washington suit of clothes formerly owned by him, taken during the Civil War and presented to MVLA by W. D. McGregor of Hudson City. ER-17, p. 246 and ER-7, p. 122","D.S. Washington, D.C. His proposition to furnish a suitable steamboat, capacity 600 passengers, trip from Mount Vernon to Washington one hour 30 minutes to start running April 1, 1878 and to make 1 or 2 trips daily as business requires.  States percentage he will pay the Association for passenger fares, carrying their members, employees and their freight free of charge. ER-20, p. 87","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sorry she is offended by the account he sent her for work done on Delaware room. Quotes from her letter requesting work be done. ER-5, p. 109","A.L.S. Stratford. Sent him seven copies of Moody and Sanky Hymns set to music.  Begs a Sunday School Mission to send books to his address.  Asks him if bibles are needed for negroes, and states how to obtain them.  Determined to have religious advantages there, a paid preacher for one Sunday a month.  Comments on boat service.  Tells him to write Mrs. Sweat often, sending her monthly reports also.  Mr. John Davis, lawyer, resigned.  Asks what should be done about trees at the Tomb. ER-18, p. 61","A.L.S. Newark. Re Minutes of the recent Council.  ER-6, p. 137 (copy ER-6, p. 136)","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. House of Representatives. Supports endowment fund for Mount Vernon so visitors may pay respects to Washington's grave without paying a tax. ER-6, p. 133","A.L. in fragments. New Rochelle. Failed to collect very much for endowment, has $162 in bank.  Asks who is to write history of Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. ER-17, p. 245","A.L.S. Jones Hill, Virginia. Letter accompanying printed statement of May 29, 1877 re Washington's suit of clothes previously in his possession, which disappeared in March 1862 and were found May 22, 1877 at Mount Vernon.  Printed statement prepared for press and others interested. ER-17, p. 247","A.L.S. Stratford. Wants to know more about Major Blake, wants Vice Regents to know about him, also wishes to know Mr. Halsted's opinion of boat contract. ER-18, p. 62","A.L.S. Newark. Minutes of Council for 1868. Major Blake's proposals for boat contract. Captain Hollingshead's reduction of fare after difficulty with the \"Mary Washington\" was unfair. All of reduction came from Mount Vernon's share. Can supply some facts of what happened at any Councils for which minutes are missing. Sends books for \"Emily's day school.\" Will give a bible to the child who learns most and takes best care of his book. ER-6, p. 139","Copy. Re advertisement which Regent delayed and Mr. Blake's proposal re furnishing boat for 600 passengers to be ready April 1, fare $1, children 50 cents, commission to MVLA.  Will carry Mount Vernon freight, give bond, etc. ER-18, p. 63","A.L.S. Newark. GIves information on early Councils. Need to find more about Mr. Blake before Executive Committee meets. Mrs. Hudson's reply of July 5 written at bottom after Halsted's letter. ER-6, p. 140","A.L.S. Stratford. Re the Minutes of Council, old and new constitutions are to be \"engrossed\" in the \"new book.\" Had letter from Mr. Blake re his offer.  Asks if Arrow charged for children.  Asks Hollingsworth to write her fully of Mr. Blake, wants him to have boat contract.  Wants to provide for McDermotts. ER-18, p. 63","A.L.S. Newark. Mr. Blake's proposition seems acceptable to each of Executive Committee. Thinks it advisable to postpone printing of Minutes until it can be made as complete as possible. Wants to get as complete information as possible of early Association from Mrs. Pellet, Miss Tracy and Mr. Riggs. ER-6, p. 141","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to write Mrs. Sweat re number of acres in hay, in grain, in garden, in woodlands, lawns, pleasure grounds. Also number of fowl, cattle, etc.  Report's printing awaits this information.  Explains that Minutes of MVLA are strictly confidential.  Offers to sent Mount Vernon Bantam chickens. ER-18, p. 65","Copy. Controvery over wharf contract and Captain Hollingshead. Attempt to settle out of court. Mount Vernon has no compensation for the Captain's use of wharf. Cannot close Alexandria gate by terms of their charter. ER-6, p. 143","Copies, typescript. Thanks him for Washington's suit of clothes and printed statement prepared for the MVLA. ER-6, p. 145. ER-7, p. 123","A.L.S. Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-18, p. 134","\"Copy in part.\" Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-6, p. 147","A.L.S. Uniforms cost more than the Superintendent estimated.  Asks for price of Sarah's coffee roaster, if pumps have been rearranged and cellar drainage repaired.  Asks if brick floor of lunch room has been relaid and painted.  Asks for report of landing of trespassers by government boats. Will also consult Mr. Blake. ER-18, p. 179","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks for instructions for sending Bantam chickens and about number of Mount Vernon visitors.  Sarah and Smith have diptheria again.  Asks about proper drainage at Mount Vernon.  Pat has chills.  Captain Hollingshead wants Alexandria gate closed.  Asks him for a full statement of his opinion of the boat situation, percentage Association should pay, possibilities of increase in fares, type of contract.  Asks if he received bibles, and engaged negro preacher. ER-18, p. 67","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to write Mrs. Sweat what Mount Vernon's share of each Arrow passenger is.  Troubled about diptheria at Mount Vernon.  Is determined Mr. Blake shall have contract. ER-18, p. 68","A.L.S. Asks for detailed report on Mr. Gardner's negatives.  Awaits his monthly report. Asks that it include all indebtedness. ER-18, p. 181","A.L.S. Stratford. Re boat contract, diptheria at Mount Vernon, proper drainage, and disinfectant to be used. ER-18, p. 71","A.L.S. Newark. Authorizes any amount needed to drain Mansion and side buildings. Sends recipe for malarious infections. Desires all he knows of Captain Hollingshead. Mrs. Sweat thinks he must share loss from fare reduction. Will send box of books for him to give out as needed. ER-6, p. 149","Incomplete copy. Mrs. Townsend thinks Mr. Blake is best applicant they have. Miss Cunningham said all side buildings and Mansion were drained when hydraulic ram was laid. Malaria at Mount Vernon. Washington's sarcophagus, just as it is, should be placed in malachite casing.  ER-6, p. 151","Draft copy. Sarah Tracy, now Mrs. Upton Herbert. Asks for her to relate all information she knows about the earliest meetings of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 152","A.L.S. Sends him $200. Asks about bill for $285 for Mr. Gardner's negatives.  Commends his pushing forward all repairs ordered by Council.  Bill for uniforms explained.  Pay all bills each month. Glad the Superintendent and Mr. Blake think no action against trespassers by boat is necessary. ER-18, p. 181","A.L.S. St. Louis. Has no information on modification of Hollingshead's contract. Will write the Regent for facts.  Gives his opinion on MVLA's compelling people to come by Arrow, provision of suitable gates, etc.  Regrets he has no document on hand on which to base an official opinion.  Major Blake has good reputation but no money.","A.L.S. Cape May. Approves placing money in Savings Bank until Regent's return. ER-20, p. 19","Draft copy. Thinks Mrs. Laughton should either act on or reject Mr. Blake's proposal without further delay. ER-6, p. 153","A.L.S. Burke, Virginia. Relates all she knows on dates of previous meetings and Council from the earliest days of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 161","Draft copy. Mrs. Laughton's afflictions. Suggests removing care of chairmanship of Executive Committee from Mrs. Laughton for time being in order to get action on Mr. Blake's proposal. They cannot trifle with him any longer. Book of Minutes cannot be completed until letters \"in those boxes\" are arranged. No minutes found prior to 1866. ER-6, p. 157","Draft copy. Inquiry regarding sixteen sided barn. ER-6, p. 155","A.L.S. Stratford. Boat service delayed by inability of Regent to give it her attention.  Thinks Major Blake should have contract. ER-18, p. 69","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Description of great circular barn, land cultivated, Washington's supervision of estate.  Gives illustrations of false stories which are \"muddying the springs of history.\"  Refers to article in Evening Post on Houdon's statue. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thinks Regent's letter of Sept. 14, 1874 contains information on reduction of fares on Arrow.  Miss Cunningham gave Captain Hollingshead privilege of handling passenger ticket coupons.  Hollingshead counts Mount Vernon passengers who come by Alexandria Road and from \"Mary Washington\" and says MVLA must pay him 75 cents for each.  Thinks a lawsuit necessary. ER-20, p. 123","Draft copy. Asks for her husband, Mr. Herbert, to share with them as much information as he can remember about the earliest days of the Association including improvements made to the Mansion and grounds under his supervision. ER-6, p. 165","Copy. Contents lists for a package sent by a Vice Regent to James Hollingsworth.","Copy. Re steamboat contract, details of Association's requirements, endorsements of Mr. Blake.  Gives list of his endorsers. ER-20, p. 33","A.L.S. Newark. Sarah's house does not need draining.  Quotes Hollingsworth's recommendation in 1874 to lower fare to $1 which Regent did as a temporary measure, and its bearing on present situation. Possibility of five year lease on wharf. Association should have 1/3 from freight and passenger fares.  Wants Mr. Blake's references on file and delays in settlement ended. ER-20, p. 21","A.L.S. Burke, Virginia. Mr. Herbert cannot remember specific dates or work operations performed at Mount Vernon, however he reported all work to Miss Cunningham and Mr. Riggs and left all contracts of work done at Mount Vernon when he left. Mrs. Herbert (Tracy) believes all these papers should still be at Mount Vernon and were reviewed by Dr. Marks upon Miss Cunningham's request. ER-6, p. 144","Copy. Sympathizes with her afflictions. Executive committee believes Major Blake's proposal is best. Suggests ways of avoiding a summer meeting for purpose of drawing up contract. ER-6, p. 171","Copy. Washington, D.C. Gives endorsers, and will \"cheerfully subscribe to any reasonable amendments\" Committee may decide on. ER-20, p. 31","A.L.S. Toledo, Ohio. Re boat contract with Hollingshead and his failure to meet obligations. ER-20, p. 27","A.L.S. Newark. Burglar alarm suggested for protection of Tomb. ER-6, p. 148","A.L.S. Newark. Re protection of Tomb. ER-6, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re greater security for Tomb.  Suggests a military guard or placing sarcophagus in granite.  Would be pleased to have Vice Regents visit Mount Vernon more often.  Recommends a fire extinguisher.  Encloses diagram of Tomb with measurements. ER-7, p. 127","A.L.S. Stratford. Tells Hollingsworth to see Regent (who is recovering from illness) and explain that he is using his personal funds for Mount Vernon expenses.  The Report is for the Public, the Minutes strictly private.  Thinks Major Blake will get boat contract. ER-18, p. 72","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has a moss tree which may have been planted in Mount Vernon's garden.  Gives account of how bushes were transplanted in government garden in 1856 and this one given to him.  Sent affidavit of this to Regent Laughton.  Wishes to sell it to Association as only one in existence. ER-7, p. 124","A.L.S. and copy. Newark. Received hers of the 23rd and copies of Sweat to Davis regarding Hollingsworth's difficulties. Sends letter from Newark Transportation Co. which may help Major Blake and Mount Vernon.  Has given marble cutters dimensions of sarcophagus for estimate of Quincy granite with directions for cutting to give needed protection.  Inventor of electric alarm will go to Mount Vernon soon and give estimate for installation.  Knight Templars wish to erect monument in form of a Greek temple over old Tomb (cost $200,000).  Miss Harper opposes this plan which Dr. Alvoid and Mr. Stansbury presented to Council in 1873. Asks if Mr. Sweat will write boat contract including wharf problems, so there can be no defaulting in amount paid to MVLA.  Approves Mrs. Hudson's suggestions for tolling bell, uniforms for crew and officers, flying U. S. flag, etc.   ER-20, p. 29 and copy, ER-6, p. 174","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Secured Michigan coat of arms. Walnut and oak floor most suitable for hall.  Asks for several back issues of the Report. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Probably a letter from Margaret Sweat. Was suprised to receive copies of instructions to Mr. Davis without being asked for signature of Regent. Feels it unwise to get into a legal fight with Capt. Hollingshead who will stop at nothing for revenge and it is beneath their dignity. His lease is soon to run out. Their legal counsel has resigned and it is also unwise to enter into fight without him. Summary of why decisions were made on boat fares.  They will hurt Hollingshead enough by refusal to renew his lease.","Copy. Newark. Wants estimates from Holmes, inventor of electric alarm, and designs for sarcophagus to present to Executive Committee in New York the following week.  Can have veterans on guard. Government must support them.  Wants some Mount Vernon friends to buy knoll on left and government can build barracks there. Sends estimates for three plans from Quincy Granite works from copy of their letter signed \"Russell and Williams.\" ER-6, p. 175","A.L.S. New York. Letter stating Regent has given her power \"to draw cheques\" for Association as chairman of its Executive Committee.  Signed \"Approved Lily L. Macalester Laughton, Regent\" at bottom.  ER-18, p. 140","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Due to bad management of boat and \"slow travel\" during September he asks for $300 to pay outstanding bills.  Had a mild cyclone. Damaged trees, heavy rains damaged roads.  Sends her his monthly report. ER-20, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Instruction re signing checks. ER-20, p. 91","A.L.S. Newark. Re burglar alarm decision for Tomb. ER-6, p. 178","A.L.S. Portland. Received his letter and monthly report, will draw checks promptly for necessary sums. Please give list by item, amount paid, date of expenditure, etc. with exactness.  Asks information on one entry sent to her. Riggs asks for information before drawing check.  Asks if October will have a deficiency also. ER-18, p. 136","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. September was a \"particularly unfortunate month\" with few visitors, poor management on boat.  Lists bills, $200 for groceries, $100 for photographs, $50 for butcher, $50 for blacksmith.  Asks for $400 which he is sure will liquidate all debts.  Explains expenditure of Regent's last check.  Pleased Major Blake is awarded boat contract. ER-20, p. 127","A.L.S. Stratford. Refers to Hollingshead's losing contract, checting Association, allowing him to finish time left on contract, and other phases of boat service.  Asks him to keep her informed as she is a member of the Executive Committee.  Will have Minutes printed soon and send him a personal copy.  Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Halsted will tell him about past Minutes which Mr. McDermott is to copy into the \"Minute Book.\" ER-18, p. 73","A.L.S. Portland. Received details concerning $300 he requested, regrets delay, sends check at once and asks for receipt. ER-18, p. 137","Draft copy. Discusses the coat of arms painted for various rooms, some size 14 x 20.  Hollingsworth gives reason why wood carpet would not be practical for hall floor.  Library floor is black walnut, hall must be oak with black walnut border.  Wood paneling in hall is \"painted\" oak, which Mrs. Hudson wishes cleaned off.  Have great abundance of Mount Vernon Record copies. ER-17, p. 178","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Acknowledges receipt of check from her for $300.","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Continued repairs on hydraulic ram, cistern in bad condition.  Needs a new reservoir. Thinks $200 adequate and ought to be done before winter. ER-20, p. 129","D.S. Endorsed statement regarding the procedure he used to make a cast of the Houdon Bust at Mount Vernon and left it there in place of the original.  Subsequently he made 5 other copies in bronze and plaster. H-709","A.L.S. Portland. Reports action of Executive Committee.  Had two meetings after Regent left, discussed function and limits of committee. Mrs. Halsted's plan of erecting a $2000 or $3000 sarcophagus of Quincy granite, had pictures of it. Burglar alarm for Superintendent's quarters.  Signed contract with Blake, question of selling liquor on boats met.  Hollingsworth asked for $300 to pay back debts, sent Mrs. Hudson money for printing, stationery and traveling expenses. Hollingsworth now wants $200 for hydraulic ram. ER-18, p. 139","A.L.S. In reply to his letters, she states Mrs. Townsend says $1000 was \"appropriated by New York people for repairs at Mount Vernon during the Centennial year,\" but thinks fund must be exhausted. Asks for a report on handling of this fund.  Will authorize $200 for hydraulic ram if it is necessary. ER-18, p. 141","A.L.S. Brattleboro, Vermont. Reports on her work. Presents resignation because of \"increasing years and…infirmities,\" so that a more vigorous person may take up the work.  She had resigned before but it was not accepted. ER-20, p. 15","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Balance of $300 remains from money contributed by New York, $700 already used for repairs. ER-20, p. 131","A.L.S. Stratford. Knows he is in touch with acting Regent Sweat.  Writes of boat service, asks for copy of Blake's contract for members of Executive Committee.  Asks how Hollingshead bore his defeat. Asks what wood is in panels in Mansion Hall.  Wants her bedroom and closet repaired and cleaned.  Sends him paper to use in acknowledging gifts, form for same, and these to be signed by him as Superintendent by order of Council.  Association leaves sale of liquors to  Blake's judgment.  Considers draining Hell Hole. ER-18, p. 75","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has not received letter from Irwin Martin who presented table cover.  He and Mr. Blake thoroughly surveyed Hell Hole and think with assistance of Mr. Troth, half owner, and at considerable expense, it could be drained to improve health conditions.  Drainage around kitchen and dairy needs repairs, cost about $250.  Considerable sickness, causes employee loss of work.  New cistern needed to run hydraulic ram. ER-20, p. 133","A.L.S. Stratford. Receives his letters re survey of Hell Hole and also drainage for kitchen and dairy.  Discusses way of meeting expense. ER-18, p. 76","A.L.S. Newark. Rumor that steamboat contractors are planning to put a new engine in an old hull. This will not be accepted by executive committee. Burglar alarm discussed. ER-6, p. 179","A.L.S. Recieved his October report.  Details of Mount Vernon \"annual expenses\" now under her work.  Questions size of grocery bill to J. S. Owens $264.85.  Understand \"lunch table was paying,\" but questions profit considering work involved.  Expects small receipts until new boat is running. ER-18, p. 141","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Details about John L. Owen's grocery bills and other expenses for lunch table.  Difficulties in meeting expenses when few paid visitors.  Centennial year helped with income.  Present reduction in fares and lack of sales in photographs and canes has reduced income.  Lunch table for last 10 months averaged $200 per month but some months much better than others.  Employees boarded by Association which saves 25% to 50% on payroll.  Alarm telegraph from Tomb to his office, successful, installed. ER-20, p. 135","A.L.S. Newark. Alarm is installed. Next step is to arm guards. Suggests getting U. S. breech-loading rifles. Asks informaton on steamer Mr. Blake and Mr. Corcoran are negotiating for. ER-6, p. 181","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends Mrs. Sweat one of his letters with opinion that Ice House should be drained.  Thinks drainage should be well done or not at all.  Endowment income is for repairs and restoration.  Asks for list of repairs he recommends.  Advises a carpet for Rhode Island room.  Glad \"Alarm Telegraph\" is finished. Tomb is protected. Report on farm and garden produce. ER-18, p. 77","A.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Sends inventory of George Washington original items owned by him and his brother.  Wants to get an appropriation through Congress for their purpose.  Judge Thomas, president of the Board of Visitors, approves plan.  Wants a letter from each Vice Regent endorsing petition.  Inventory on p. 72. ER-20, p. 71","A.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Encloses inventory of Washington's things owned by himself and brother. Hopes Congress will appropriate money to buy them and present them to Mount Vernon. Desires each Vice Regent to endorse petition to Congress. ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Relates story of George Washington's items in the Custis family. ER-5, p. 109","D.S. Bill for \"applying burglar alarm telegraph to the tomb of General Washington, Mt. Vernon.\" Paid. ER-6, p. 178","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has $771.27 to the credit of the Regent. ER-20, p. 92","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter from Henry Lewis giving inventory of interesting relics of Washington.  They have had severe rains, Potomac highest known.  Large amounts of drift wood washed ashore at Mount Vernon, about 100 cords secured for winter use. Cost in salvaging came to $20.75 including a boat.  Also gained some valuable timber.  November had few passengers and people afraid to travel on old boat. ER-21, p. 139","A.L.S. Stratford. She is a member of the Executive Committee working with acting Regent, Mrs. Sweat.  Lunch table is a \"stumbling block.\" Asks how it pays, if garden produce feeds servants, what is done with poultry, hogs, milk. Asks if it is cheaper to buy manure and if peaches sell. Cost of ice, what repairs and improvements are needed. ER-18, p. 78","A.L.S. Audley. Grateful for her cooperation.  Wants her to get the interest of Senator Blaine.  Has asked Judge Thomas to prepare petition and bill, again asks for Vice Regents' letters of endorsement. He is selling because one member of the family is very poor with a large family to educate.  Thinks of asking Congress for $15,000 or $20,000, but would sell to Mount Vernon for $10,000. ER-20, p. 73","Copy book entry for letter. Summary only. Hollingsworth forwarded your letter which did not state you wished the Association to present petition to Congress, but that you asked their approval for you to do so.  As a Vice Regent she can only offer willingness of Association to take care of relics. They do not wish to ask a claim of Congress directly or indirectly at present, and cannot sign his petition.   ER-20, p. 75","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Past month not lucrative.  Explains grocery bills, insurance premiums paid, blacksmith's bill, etc. Few visitors.  Has remedied defective drainage of Ice House with Mount Vernon employees.  Sends Joseph Higgins' bill for hydraulic ram. ER-20, p. 142","Copy. Reply to his letter of December 10.  Unwilling to cooperate in petition to Congress. Surprised at large sum asked which seems \"quite preposterous,\" and is \"amused at extent of personal and official aid\" he asks of her.  No longer extends her good wishes for success of petition in this form. ER-20, p. 77","A.L.S. Audley. He is a son of Lorenzo Lewis who received articles of General Washington from his mother, Nelly Custis.  Sorry the Ladies cannot sign his petition. Hopes the Association will reconsider it.  A member of Congress has suggested letting articles go to the Smithsonian Institution.  Prefers having them go back to Mount Vernon.  Asks to appear before MVLA's Board in Washington at an early date.  Thinks his collection the largest and most attractive to be found and all genuine, and should go to Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 74","A.L.S. Audley. Hollingsworth was mistaken in thinking he was a woman, he is the son of Lorenzo and Nelly Lewis. Relates story of Washington's things in the Custis family. ER-5, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Audit of MVLA accts = $771.27.  On 1 Jan 1878 will be due interest of $181.50 on $6050 of MVLA stocks. ER-20, p. 93","A.L.S. Audley. Has received her last latter and from its tone and manner is sorry there was any correspondence between them.  ER-20, p. 78","A.L.S. Sends $29.75 for plumber's bill, advises against allowing bills to get in arrears.  Must use contingent fund during \"bad months.\" Wants no demands on his own purse.  Questions whether lunch table is truly profitable. Receipts for October $277 while disbursements for provisions are over $300. Asks if letter includes servants' supplies.  Pleased with success of Ice House drain.  Asks when his salary is due.  Association will not sign or endorse any petitions. ER-18, p. 145","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks if three servants are necessary. Getting funds is difficult, Vice Regents personally have no ready money to give nor are they able to raise funds. People have \"no income.\"  They must economize, what Mount Vernon cannot pay for it must go without.  Discusses use of returns from endowment fund.  Pleased with Ice House drain.  Has had a letter from Henry Lewis of Virginia asking aid in getting Congress to buy Washington relics at an exhorbitant price.  She refused. ER-18, p. 79","A.L.S. Richland Mills, Stratford County, Virginia. Re relics in Mr. Lewis' collection.  He rates Mr. Lewis highly.  Relics are joint property of Henry Lewis and his brothers. Cannot decide on a division of same. Wants them back at Mount Vernon, and regrets that circumstances will not permit them to donate relics to Mount Vernon.  Knows Association's policy is to let Congress alone, but thinks value of relics at Mount Vernon worth allowing Mr. Lewis to present his plan to a meeting of the Association. Understands Smithsonian Institution wants the relics.  Asks her to communicate facts to Mrs. Hudson, Mrs. Townsend and other Vice Regents. ER-20, p. 79","Copy. Portland. Received his letter re Lewis relics and has given information to several members of Executive Committee. Gives reason why they will not act. Will not ask Congress for money, price exorbitant, expects too much of Vice Regents. A special meeting of the board seems impractical.  Plan might also jeopardize endowment fund plan. ER-20, p. 80","Copy. Because she is Vice Regent nearest Mr. Lewis, writes re relics he offered and reasons for refusing to cooperate in his plan.  Asks if Mrs. Washington has taken any action in the matter. ER-20, p. 83","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends payroll with duties of each person employed. Mount Vernon is not in good financial condition, but looks for relief in new boat.  Guide books and protographs will be sold on boat for Association's benefit.  Will not draw his salary until boat starts, but other employees can't wait.  Needs $300. ER-20, p. 143","A.L.S. Stratford. Thanks him for informaton re \"lunch table.\" It will be continued.  Will borrow from Mr. Riggs if necessary, but urges him to practice rigid economy.  Does not question his wisdom in administration of affairs, feels he has pulled Mount Vernon \"out of the mire.\"  Long vacation of Regent complicates matters.  Asks if Mr. Blake has a boat and wants copy of his contract with Association.  Mrs. Mitchell will be at next Council. Vice Regent Cutts resigned and Mrs. J. Gregory Smith takes her place. ER-18, p. 81","A.L.S. Portland. Sends him check for $300.  Comments on grocery bills, reduced payroll with only six persons to be boarded, reduced patrons at lunch table.  Asks for outstanding accounts. ER-18, p. 144","A.L.S. Agrees with Mrs. Hudson and urges him to suggest economies \"consistent with the dignity and best interests of the Association.\"  Asks if his salary is included in payroll and for a list of employees with their monthly pay and time employed. ER-18, p. 145","D.S. \"List of monies paid out upon demand of the Superintendent and Committees and which do not precisely come under the head of 'current expenses' of the place.\"","Draft. Opinion by a Vice Regent or advisor regarding steamboat, breach of contract, and dissolution of contract.  Agrees with idea of covering floors and stairs of Mansion with cover of Georgia pine.","Written by Henry D.L. Lewis. List items owned by the Lewis brothers discussed in correspondence with the MVLA. ER-20, p. 72","Written history of a cabinet once given to Mount Vernon by Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut. Drawing with notes on the cabinet later made by Harrison Dodge and more notes by Charles Wall.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Wants to call Executive Committee meeting to decide steamboat question. Arranging early papers of MVLA. Mr. Halsted advises marble for the sarcophagus. ER-6, p. 80","A.L.S. in writing of the secretary. Mount Vernon. Received check for $300, grocery bills paid.  Will send all outstanding bills with his December report.  Has lowered wages of Warner May and Thomas Mitchell to $15. ER-20, p. 145","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re money in bonds and interest due. ER-20, p. 94","A.L.S. Replaces lost check for plumbing $29.95.  Asks how much money has been drawn from Treasury since Council, and if all drawn has come under his \"cognisance.\" ER-18, p. 149","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends December report.  Balanced budget with his own funds.  Sends some other bills. River closed by ice, is filling Ice House. ER-20, p. 147","A.L.S. Nordington. Recounts some personal tragedies and discusses Mr. Lewis's proposal for the relics. Typescript extract also included with same date, but does not appear to be from the same letter. Discusses the room she is going to furnish in the Mansion and the Washington bedstead. ER-14, p. 129","A.L.S. Has his December Report, pleased debts are paid.  Adjusts small bills due, asks about $182 for lumber.  Pleased with his economies.  Notes Mr. Owens was paid $718.89.  Asks if he buys wholesale.  Refers to his turkeys at $1 and eggs at 30 cents per dozen.  Asks for account of his December salary. ER-18, p. 151","A.L.S. New York. Holmes' Burglar Alarm Telegraph Co. letterhead. Sends bill for work and material for alarm at Tomb.  Added cost due to necessity for 2 cables instead of one, cost $246.55, without profit which they do not want.  Mrs. Townsend donated the money. ER-6, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Lists checks received by him since Council and states how they were used for current expenses.  Plumber's bill now $206.75. Money due on his salary is $125. Lumber bill also outstanding.  River closed by ice since January 4 until today.  Boat brought three visitors.  Ice House filled. ER-20, p. 149","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has check signed by Regent.  No prospect of early break in ice on river.  Thanks her for her kind and considerable help while Acting Regent. ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. Sends him check for $306.75 and will forward more if he decides to pay bills now.  Wishes to have an accurate account for Council and to understand details of expenditures. ER-18, p. 151","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Georgetown. Acknowledges receipt of checks.","A.L.S. Sends note for him to read and forward to Major Blake.  Missing check found.  Asks about bills. ER-18, p. 152","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re their accounts, checks, paid, interest due.  ER-20, p. 95","A.L. incomplete letter.  Stratford. Returns picture of \"Old Arrow.\"  Questions Captain Frank's contract to run through June 1.  Mr. Blake took her over to the new steamboat in New York. She opposed his extravagence in furnishing cabins but indicates improvements for Mount Vernon Ladies cabin.  Asks if he bought a new horse, if grocery bill is reduced for the winter.  Executive Committee finds $100 too much for Ice House drain, asks if Mount Vernon laborers cannot build a trench drain or abandon Ice House or build new one by River. Asks for costs of new building. ER-18, p. 82","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Pleased she is Regent pro tem.  Had a cable that the Regent's husband died the 28th in Algiers.  Plans to furnish Ohio room this winter. ER-20, p. 23","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Monthly report for January. Payments and expenditures for month were $664.85, total revenue $445.90, deficit $218.95.  Lumber bill outstanding $108.  Can lay a plank walk from wharf to Mansion for muddy weather, cost $50. ER-20, p. 151","A.L.S. Newark. Paid Mr. Holmes bill for burglar alarm. Cautions him against answering the alarm bell himself. Must have guards armed. Mr. Blake's steamer in Virginia Waters. Don't let him name it \"the Regent.\" Suggestions and estimates for new floor in the hall. Have fold stretched out of canvas of \"Washington before Yorktown.\"Keep clock in working order, tin-covering for cellar beams. Mrs. Barry requests to furnish Council Room. Chandelier to be removed and returned. Should ceiling in hall be oiled or varnished? Mrs. Lewis' petition on the relics. ER-6, p. 183","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Michigan coat of arms presented by Governor Crosswell, executed by architect of Capitol at Lansing, designed to be hung in or before window to secure strong light. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Purchase of boat to be completed by March 15.  Hollingshead intends running Arrow until June 1. ER-20, p. 35","A.L.S. Chicago. Hopes boat arrangements will be satisfactory. Endorses appointment of Mrs. Sweat. Mrs. Farnsworth's resignation. Difficulty finding a Boston lady to take on Mount Vernon duties. A club of ladies ready to furnish Illinois room. ER-5, p. 157","A.L.S. Manhattan, Kansas. Re Kansas coat of arms for Mount Vernon.  Thinks Lewis family relics should be given or loaned.  Likes \"Mount Vernon\" for name of boat. ER-11, p. 244","A.L.S. Stratford. Has all the furniture for her bedroom collected, in cabinet maker's hands.  Asks to have floor repaired, closet put in order, windows tightened, wants an open door put up as in other rooms, sends matting for floors.  Major Blake wishes his boat cabins too extravagantly furnished, does not want wash rooms in upper saloon, puzzled for a name for boat. ER-18, p. 85","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Asks him to acknowledge he received the Michigan coat of arms,  long delayed in reaching Mount Vernon.  Has $150 for hall floors. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Re Mount Vernon correspondence she has written and received.  Wrote Mrs. Broadwell fully about full length portrait of Martha Washington, Mr. Andrews wishes to paint.  Writes of appointment of Vice Regent Smith. Wrote Hollingshead re his claim to run his boat until June 1. ER-18, p. 169","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract of June 1, 1870 between Sykes and the MVLA for years 1870 to June 1, 1873 and its renewal by Council June 1872 and extended to 5 yrs. Lists signers and their witnesses. James Sykes' transfer of contract to Hollingshead, June 18, 1873. Suggests Mrs. Sweat examine contract in his possession.  States his objection to Association's allowing another boat to run until his contract expires. ER-20, p. 37","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sorry she did not see Major Blake in New York. He hopes to make a satisfactory purchase of a boat in New York soon.  Sends statement of all visitors at Mount Vernon during Centennial year.  Has had communications from Mrs. Barry's friends re furnishing the Illinois Room. Asks which rooms have been assigend to Illinois and Ohio.  Mrs. Broadwell has measurements of attic room and Library.  Mrs. Barry wants measurements of Lady Washington's sitting room. ER-20, p. 155","A.L.S. Stratford. Thanks him for invitation but cannot go on.  Refers to boat trouble, Hollingshead and Mr. Blake.  Wants her closet in the bedroom repaired, sends bedroom furniture by boat.  Mrs. Barry will take Mrs. McVeagh to Mount Vernon.  Chicago ladies are preparing to help her financially for Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 84","A.L.S. Refers to bereavement of her cousin Mrs. Laughton in death of husband. ER-17, p. 259","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends February report.  Has not drawn his February salary.  Invites her to stay at his home in Washington April 1. ER-20, p. 157","A.L.S. Stratford. Illinois is to have room used as Council Room, has some Connecicut furniture in it temporarily.  The library is for Ohio. South Carolina wants Music Room.  Dining Room belongs to Rhode Island.  Mrs. Ball will give secretary in Washington's bedroom to the library when she can spare it from Virginia room. ER-18, p. 85","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Unable to give opinion on boat contracts as he has not seen them. ER-20, p. 97","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hollingshead brought in his boat contract with MVLA, dated June 1, 1870 and was extended 5 years from June 1, 1873. So it expires June 1, 1878.  Thinks Association must let his boat run until that date. ER-20, p. 98","A.L.S. Does not agree with Mrs. Hudson concerning Hollingsworth's claims but has taken \"necessary measures to clear up whole thing.\"  Wrote Blake that the Association was anxious to have new boat running.  MVLA will protect its employees in their claims.  Asks him to take papers to Mr. Riggs.  Hollingshead says his original contract is dated June 1870, given to Sykes for '70 to '73.  Supposed Captain's was copy of one Mrs. Sweat had dated March 20, 1868 for 1 year. Questions methods of renewal of contract.  Describes writing her first Council report in 1870.  Captain's contract signed by Miss Cunningham and Mr. Sykes.  Will attempt to find truth about boat contracts.  Has no reply from Major Blake.  Arrow was \"privately examined\" last spring. ER-18, p. 153","A.L.S. February report quite encouraging. Sends check for $125. Hopes to pay his salary on time. Trying to clear up Arrow's contract, asked G. W. Riggs to examine Hollingshead's papers. Claims his June 1, 1870 contract signed by Miss Cunningham was transferred under Mrs. Berghmans' signature June 18, 1873.  Asks if contract is at Mount Vernon or any papers referencing it. ER-18, p. 154","A.L.S. Mrs. Sweat will write to Mr. Blake at once re building boat at Bath, Maine.  Reports Riggs' decision that Hollingshead's boat can run until June 1, and her instructions to Hollingsworth to look up contract at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 157","A.L.S. Re boat contract with Major Blake, quotes from Riggs' letter re same and his decision that Hollingshead has authority to run his boat until June 1, 1878. ER-18, p. 155","A.L.S Stratford. Refers to her proposition to Mr. Blake.  Mrs. Hudson is \"mortified\" over sudden discovery of \"this contract with Hollingshead.\" May have to abide by it. Hopes Mr. Blake may buy a boat on better terms.  Mrs. Sweat wants a copy of Hollingshead's contract and account of where it was found, why torn, why you suspect him.  Wants Mrs. Sweat to ask government to inspect the Arrow, so the Association will not be liable for accidents. May have to hire the \"Mary Washington.\"  Tells him to correct error in plural \"Regents\" on gift cards as there is only one Regent.  Miss Fairchild of Stratford now in Washington has given part of her old furniture for Connecticut bedroom. Asks that she be \"passed through\" and given special attention. ER-18, p. 87","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Re the room assigned to Ohio.  Wants exact measurements of room for cabinet makers, if mantel is marble or wood, condition of walls. ER-17,  p. 249","Copy. Hillside, Newark. Mrs. Farnsworth's plans for reflooring hall. Mrs. Townsend intends reflooring Banquet Hall. Mr. Corcoran and Mr. Hollingsworth's bondsman vouches for his abilty to handle any aspect of Superintendent role. ER-6, p. 184","A.L.S. Both working on boat contract, explains signatures to same, dates of extension, etc.  Re Mrs. Broadwell and Mrs. Mitchell attending Council.  Likes \"The Regent\" for name of boat. ER-18, p. 157","A.L.S. New Rochelle. After prolonged delay the coat of arms of her adopted state of Michigan has reached Mount Vernon and Hollingsworth has forwarded engraved receipts to Governor and architect of Michigan.  Has $150 to be used for hall floor. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Stratford. Received his letter and bill for $20.85 and forwarded postal order for the amount. Thanks him for putting her room in order and asks Nathan to whitewash it.  Chicago women will visit Mount Veron, plan to furnish a room and do other things.  To date Chicago has systematically abused Association.  Tell them of fire engine needed, $500 for deer park.  Mrs. Halsted wants their money in endowment fund, Mrs. Hudson wants \"something put where it will show.\" ER-18, p. 88","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Receives check for February salary.  Has gone though papers in \"old\" iron safe in his office, all he can find re boat question is copy of an old contract and an original contract for a year later which he forwards.  Thinks transfer of contract to Hollingshead is a continuation of Sykes contract. Mrs. Laughton had it.  A mule has died and they can buy pair of strong horses, which are needed, for $250. He offers to advance the money. ER-20, p. 159","A.L.S. Newark. Mr. Blake advocates peace in contract controversy with Hollingshead. Blake looks into possibiity of an iron steamer. Hall floor in hard wood with border. News of other Vice Regents. ER-6, p. 185","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Awarding of boat contract to Major Blake. Hollingshead's claim that another contract exists. Hollingshead's conspiracies against Association. Thinks Association should have its own boat. ER-5, p. 111","A.L.S. Chicago. A committee for renovating and decorating the Illinois room has gone to Mount Vernon and then to New York and Boston.  Asks her help for them in their project. ER-5, p. 158","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. House of Representatives. Has examined the boat contract of June 1, 1870 between MVLA and Hollingshead, with renewal for 5 years. From evidence submitted, contract would hold until June 1, 1878. ER-20, p. 41","A.L.S. Mrs. Hudson had the impression that Hollingsworth had the contract wtih Hollingshead who borrowed it and returned it mutilated, but it is impossible if contract and transfer have always been in Regent's possession.  Asked Riggs to examine Hollingshead's contract and Mr. Blake to have the Arrow thoroughly examined.  Has asked legal advice  from 2 others as well.  Thinks Council will not meet until new boat is running.  Council authorized him to buy pair of horses, but not enough to pay for them on hand. Superintendent may advance money. ER-18, p. 159","A.L.S. Further details on boat contract.  Does not want to call Council any earlier than necessary. If Regent comes home \"shall jump to lay down the responsibility.\" ER-18, p. 158","A.L.S. Stratford. Pleased he sent Mrs. Sweat information on boat contract.  Mrs. Barnes, a minority of one, \"may talk as much as she pleases.\" Reason for Council meeting after June 1.  Wants Arrow examined.  Blake went to see Mrs. Halsted about building an iron steamer. ER-18, p. 89","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him which contract she saw at Mount Vernon.  Asks him to have tin or zinc piece put into chimney.  Hollingsworth is given authority to have Arrow examined. ER-18, p. 90","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract with Major Blake.  Since he cannot secure boat in time, considers taking \"Martha Washington\" or some other boat.  Cooke and Co. suggests their using the \"Whitney\" or boat equally good. Sure they can give MVLA satisfaction. ER-20, p. 53","A.L.S. Details on having the Arrow properly examined.  May call Council June 11.  Mrs. Mitchell asks Mrs. Sweat to room with her at Council.  Offers to meet Mrs. Sweat at Mount Vernon several days before Council with an expert accountant to go over books. So glad to have Mrs. Mitchell interested again and back at Council.  She will have a young woman take photographs of Mount Vernon that may raise some money. ER-18, p. 161","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract, recommends no action against Hollingshead as it might create sympathy  for him.  Can change date of Blake contract from April 1 to June 1.  This delay will give Blake advantage in bargaining for purchase of boat or of building a boat.  Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Halsted to be informed of his decision. ER-20, p. 43","A.L.S. ER-18, p. 161","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Specifications sent to her. Doesn't intend putting new floors in rooms adjoining Hall but perhaps ladies furnishing those rooms will do it. Thinks relics of Washington family should be purchased for $12,000 after repairs are all made and endowment fund collected. ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. Approves her letter to Troth.  Attended to H. D. Cooke \u0026 Co. in same way.  Has written contract for Major Blake and Association without reference to \"spirituous liquors.\"  He must secure bond. ER-18, p. 163","A.L.S. Sends two copies of new boat contract for Mr. Blake's signature, sends one to Mrs. Hudson for Vice Regents Halsted, Hudson and Townsend to sign. Both presented at Council.  Asks Blake to send her his \"bond.\" Council to be called June 11.  Accept Blake's judgment in being rid of Arrow. Dropping question of examination. ER-18, p. 163","D.S. Boat contract. Signed original and copy.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Does not think the steamer Mosely a good fit for their route and now believes a new steamer should be built for the purpose. He knows people are disappointed but it is for the best. ER-18, p. 162","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re inspection of Arrow's machinery and hull, H. D. Cooke' \u0026 Co.'s letter and Mrs. Sweat's ability to buy the \"Whitney\" (boat) at fair price. Building a boat, approves contract being dated June 1. ER-20, p. 45","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Asks about work in hall, has $150 for floor. Has confidence in Mrs. Halsted's judgment, tells her to use her vote on H.D. Cooke and Co. if needed.  This is her 76th birthday. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Stratford. Confidential. Captain Baldwin calls in reference to getting contract for Mount Vernon boat, which he declares Mr. Blake is giving up.  She has told him his boat was not the kind Mount Vernon wanted, Capt. Blake had Mount Vernon contract for 5 years. MVLA was satisfied.  Asked for Mr. Blake's address, will send him new contract.  Suspects Baldwin of having some relationship with Hollingshead.  ER-18, p. 91","Copy. Contract with Major Blake is still in force. He has not failed to comply with terms. Does not take affect until June 1 when Arrow contract expires.  His terms were carefully considered by Council. ER-20, p. 54","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hollingsworth has given Blake new boat contract, has signed both contracts, will attend to his bond next. Will know in a few days whether he buys or builds a boat. ER-20, p. 47","Copy. Newark. Sends condolences on her bereavement. Has doubts of utility of wood-carpet Mrs. Farnsworth wants for hall. Prefers solid oak floor. ER-6, p. 187","A.L.S. Newark. Selection of wood-carpeting for Hall. Grecian border in oak and walnut. It will come all ready, but floor must be prepared. Hopes other downstairs floors may be done at same time. ER-6, p. 186","A.L.S. Council called for June 11. Expects Mr. Blake will have boat ready.  Plans for Virginia Board of Visitors luncheon, their guests, date for their entertainment.  Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell may each have a guest at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 165","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Asks how many copies of his book have been sold at Mount Vernon during 1876 and 1877.  Fears his publisher's accounting inaccurate.  Refers to Hollingsworth's letter that Lossing published on Houdon Bust. ER-7, p. 286","A.L. Incomplete letter. Has been copying and reviewing past Minutes, correcting mistakes. Finds them confusing and troublesome. Hard to believe some of the decisions they made. ER-18, p. 165","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Her approval of his March report received.  Difficulties in restricting Vice Regents guests at Council time.  Vice Regents resigned their places at table to friends and waited on them. Also a dozen of Hollingshead's acquaintances.  Governor Thomas brought entire family including in-laws and others who all ate at Association's expense. Yet the lunch table shows profit.  Miss Cunningham inaugurated guest idea at Grand Dinner. Never abolished.  Will prepare two rooms over his office for Mrs. Sweat's and Mrs. Mitchell's guests.  He will serve refreshments every day in his office at his own expense.  Needs a wagon to replace old one, cost $100. Hopes to purchase one from this month's receipts. ER-20, p. 161","A.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Townsend determined to have new boat contract with Captain. Bartlett.  This year Council to be late, June 11,  to get all they can to Mount Vernon for it. ER-18, p. 94","A.L.S. New York. Law office of J.F. Harrison. Re wood floor in hall. ER-6, p. 188","A.L.S. Personal notes by Mrs. Hudson, Mrs. Townsend, and Mrs. Halsted all approving the name W.W. Corcoran for Blake's new boat. ER-20, p. 51","Copy. Re wood floor in hall at Mount Vernon. Thinks wood carpet too expensive and not durable. Border Mrs. Farnsworth chose is too expensive in hard wood. Suggests plain border. ER-6, p. 189","A.L.S. Hotel de la Paix, Nice, France. Anxious to have Mount Vernon put on a sure foundation before older Vice Regents are gone.  Wants to open road to lodges and have conveyance to carry public to old entrance, will try to raise funds for it.  Praises Mrs. Sweat, hopes Regent will turn her attention to Mount Vernon.  Comments on Post article and other press criticism, especially foreign. ER-18, p. 271","A.L.S. Newark. Estimate on carpentry work to build wood carpet for hall floor. ER-6, p. 191","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Sorry she cannot assist in \"the executive part of…duties of repairing and improving Mount Vernon.\" ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. in writing of secretary or someone other than Mrs. Halsted. Signed by Mrs. Halsted with postscript. Newark. She does not approve of adding wood carpeting to rooms as suggested by some other Vice Regents such as Mrs. Farnsworth. Feels as chairman of the furniture committee she should declare that no wood carpeting can be used, only wood flooring. Adheres a swatch of wood border as an example. Asks Hollingsworth to provide estimates for a carpenter to come lay the floor throughout before Council. ER-6, p. 190","Copy. Newark. Now a decided change for floors at Mount Vernon, reports several opinions, discussed also at executive meeting in New York.  Mrs. Farnsworth offers to furnish Hall and coat of arms for her state.  Decided to put new supporters under Hall, arch to support floor above, a heavy pine floor with oak floor on top, also simple black walnut border inlaid around edge.  Refers to things stolen at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 193","A.L.S. Asks why she hears nothing from Mr. Blake and continued trouble about bondsman, money, etc. for boat.  Advises about hospitality extended to Virginia Board of Visitors, seats on boat, luncheon, reception.  Governor Holliday accepts invitation.  Wants two working days first for Council. ER-18, p. 146","A.L. letter cut into pieces. Chicago. Committee charmed with Delaware Room. Most satisfactory of any in Mansion.  Prepared a paper on Mount Vernon that she has given before a private school and a club. ER-17, p. 253","A.L. letter cut into pieces. New Rochelle. Has not seen Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Halsted, latter busy with Mount Vernon affairs. New floor in hall is finished. ER-17, p. 251","A.L.S. Chicago. The Ladies are not inclined to touch the room until all plans are matured and submitted to the approval of a skilled artist-architect for criticism. She prepared a paper giving sketch of origin, progress, and purposes of the Association to give to several groups.  ER-5, p. 159","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Major Blake unable to buy the Whitney and plans to have a boat built.  Her instructions for Council clear, hopes to lessen expense of Council.  Busy with farm operations. ER-20, p. 163","Copy. Newark. Told Hollingsworth to proceed with Hall flooring.  Gives measurements of Dining Room.  Sideboard is original Washington presented by late Mrs. Lee. Found in attic in Alexandria in \"forlorn condition.\" Mrs. Barnes had it scraped, varnished.  New Jersey gives Rhode Island an India ink painting of Earl of Chatham.  Refers to mirrors from Van Rensselaer family, stripes of black walnut border, broad stripe close to base. Hollingsworth's estimate for carpenter is $187. W-94","Copy. Newark.  Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 192","Copy. Portland. Executive Committee of MVLA asks his permission to name Major Blake's new boat, to start running to Mount Vernon on June 1, the Corcoran or the W.W. Corcoran if he prefers. ER-20, p. 55","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Pleased with compliment MVLA offers him in naming Major Blake's new boat, the Corcoran. ER-20, p. 57","A.L.S. Manhattan, Kansas. Re having Kansas coat of arms for Mount Vernon paid for by state.  Thinks every state should be represented at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 244","Copy. Newark. Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 193","A.L. incomplete. She will stay after Council to attend to Committee business. News of Council. Restoration of old avenue from lodge to Mansion. Feelings of Vice Regent's towards former Regent seem to be ameliorated.  ER-17, p. 243","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Unable to attend Council. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. on The Wood Carpet Company of New York letterhead. Plan to restore Mansion floors as they were originally. ER-5, p. 112","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Had long interview with Mrs. Barry in Chicago.  Refers to Mrs. Halsted's plan for Hall floor and arch in Hall.  Wants a competent person to handle affair and give estimates, suggestions re a wooden carpet, a solid oak floor, costs, durability of same, etc.  She is now with Mrs. Mitchell. ER-18, p. 146","A.L.S. Chicago. Her ladies have decided not to do anything about floor or furnishings in Illinois room until after next Council. Condemns wood carpets in Illinois room, prefers solid oak. Sorry of necessity of \"arching the hall.\" ER-5, p. 159","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Washington's Headquarters at Valley Forge. They are following the MVLA's example and asks for all information possible. Their Constitution, bylaws, etc.  Sends their circular of appeal for funds.  Invites them to ceremonies June 19, 1878.  Tells her of Civil War Field Hospital Service as a volunteer worker.  Mrs. Sweat's reply to this letter is copied on the reverse. ER-20, p. 107","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  He has received a letter re Mount Vernon's account. Will have it made up with a statement of stocks from which dividend may be expected. Thinks Mrs. Laughton drew some checks of which you have no knowledge. ER-20, p. 96","A.L.S. New York. Check for Mount Vernon fund to be applied to hall flooring. ER-6, p. 194","A.L.S. Stratford. She has been very ill but will attempt to go to Council anyway. Discusses which Vice Regents are attending. Doesn't think Hollingshead will cause any trouble. Mrs. Laughton is still very sick in London. ER-18, p. 40","A.L.S. and copy. Newark. Reflooring of the Hall and coat of arms. ER-6, p. 196","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Asks for names of women in the original thirteen states who might be suitable Vice Regents in the Valley Forge Association. Hopes their Association will uncover letters and documents stored away in forgotten places.  General Lacey's grandson recently published Washington's letters to his grandfather.  Headquarters in fine state of preservation, purchased directly from Potts family.  Again invites MVLA to attend centennial ceremonies at Valley Forge. ER-20, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends accounting from last May to present, leaving balance on hand $13,072.30. ER-20, p. 63","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Thanks her for invitation to attend Association's Council meeting, but business engagement prevents his attendance.  Refers to some investments previously reported. ER-20, p. 99","A.L.S. Copy. Mount Vernon. Illinois and southern Vice Regents thought executive committee unconstitutional and Regent had exceeded her powers. If so, boat contract, and some checks, would have suffered, but Mrs. Sweat straightened things out.  New provisional committee, 9 members appointed.  Deer Park to be restored.  Committee on Miss Cunningham's papers appointed.  Struther's name (donor) to be erased from two sarcophagi. ER-7, p. 129","A.L.s. Mount Vernon. Virginia legislature and governors of Virginia and West Virginia visited Mount Vernon. Fitzhugh Lee's remark re simplicity of Washington's home. Steamer named for Mr. Corcoran. Fencing off Banquet Hall for relics in Patent Office. Mrs. Townsend refuses to have anything to do with Potter on advisory committee. New boat. ER-6, p. 201","A.L.S.  New York. Receipt of $2000 from the Mount Vernon Aid Society.  Mrs. Halsted did all the work in the burglar alarm matter.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received check from Mrs. Townsend for $2000 for endowment fund.  Asks about method of reporting same. ER-20, p. 100","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Chace went home ill.  Asks Gardner to give his negatives to Association which he agreed to do when their bill was paid. Recommend to Mr. Corocoran's photographer President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hudson and Mr. McDermitt helping with letters. ER-7, p. 135","Copy. Mount Vernon. Finished work on old papers for the present.  Reports visit to Mr. Corcoran re photographer.  President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hayes returns with the President for a weekend at Mount Vernon. Sarah's good, simple meals. They occupy Lafayette Room, attend church at Pohick, return on White House barge Monday morning. ER-7, p. 137","Extract of minutes regarding the appointment of the Records Committee.","A.L.S. Painting roof. Asks how she is to finish her secretary's report with imperfect data at hand.  Methods of giving Hollingsworth authority.  Report on dredging appropriation.  Refers to history of $4000 appropriation by Congress for dredging.  Mrs. Broadwell's work on Mansion committee re relics.  Asked Mrs. Broadwell to report to Regent on boat. ER-18, p. 167","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received money from Treasurer of Centennial Board of Finance, first distribution of assets on Centennial Stock. Received dividend on Georgia stock. ER-20, p. 101","A.L.S. Boston. Re purchase of Washington Headquarters at Valley Forge.  Mrs. James of Cambridge asked him to act for her during her absence in Europe.  Asks Mrs. Sweat to direct movement in Maine. ER-20, p. 111","Copy. Portland. Cannot undertake work in Valley Forge Association as MVLA duties consume so much of her time.  Declares Maine as a state has shown little interest in Mount Vernon. Money she collected was from personal friends but she has tried to make up for state's deficiency through her own efforts, sharing responsibility and carrying on actual labor. ER-20, p. 112","A.L.S. Stratford. Trying to come to understanding with Mrs. Sweat re a post office at Mount Vernon.  Government will pay Mr. Blake $800 for carrying mail from Washington to Mount Vernon, which settles plan with Mrs. Halsted and Mrs. Hudson.  Mrs. Sweat wants a joint proposal from Hollingsworth and Blake to place matter before Council.  Have $2800 more for endowment fund. ER-18, p. 95","A.L.S. Hillside. Has decided Mr. Martin's Fire Annihilator is best and has ordered three for Mount Vernon.  Mr. Martin has asked to send seven more. Fielders Iron clad paint is best, order two barrels. Tin cellar. Directions for oiling and varnishing new hall floor. Lock old papers and letters in closet. ER-6, p. 197","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Overwhelmed with work since she left.  Had to take up old tile from Sarah's house and re-lay with terra cotta pipe, plumbers now laying pipe from his office and gardener's house. Describes how it is laid. Cisterns full of refuse.  Has replaced four hundred feet of pipes.  Uniforms for men ordered by Council look well.  Mr. Barlow has finished renovating \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting.  Visitors are few. Needs $200 for expenses.  Mr. Gardner's negatives cost $285.  Photographer Dr. Jouy will make Mount Vernon photographs. ER-20, p. 164","Copy. Offers him contract as photographer for the Association but he must put his price a little lower than Mr. Gardner's was. ER-6, p. 198","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Re fire extinguisher and fire protection. ER-5, p. 113","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Sent her letters re repairs made since Council.  Explains cost of uniforms bought for men.  Coffee roaster is a success.  Will cement and paint lunch room floor.  No recent trespassing by other boats worth noticing.  Applied to Post Master General for a Post Office at Mount Vernon and hopes for a favorable reply. ER-20, p. 167","A.L.S. Stratford. Sent his interesting letter to Mrs. Halsted who agrees with you on fire extinguisher.  Asks if Mrs. Frick did decide to give engraving of Mount Vernon, Washington.  Another Bridgeport man calls re boat contract. Became angry when he found Hollingshead had misinformed him. ER-18, p. 97","A.L.S. Newark. Insurance on \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting.  ER-6, p. 199","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 167","Copy. Washington, D.C. Hollingsworth has ignored all his requests for payment. He can no longer be photographer for MVLA. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. and copy. Newark. Re photographs, selection of Mr. Jouy, photographer for Corcoran Gallery, only one to whom Mr. Gardner will give negatives. Now trying to get lower prices from Mr. Jouy.  Search in New York for best fire extinguisher and results.  Insurance on \"Washington Before Yorktown\" lower.  Glad of her approval of new furnace, material mostly donated by W.E. Dodge.  Barlow has restored painting, took three days, bill $35, sent bill to Mrs. Townsend as New York is to pay for this and restoration charge on Naval View in West Parlor.  Found map of Washington's farm distinct, has sent it to Hollingsworth.   ER-20, p. 119, and copy ER-6, p. 207","Copy. Newark. Barlow's restoration of \"Washington Before Yorktown.\"  Bought fire protector in order to get desired insurance.  Classified old letters with aid of Mrs. Hudson and Mr. McDermott.  Found plan of George Washington, will use in restorations.  Cleans up Banquet Hall. Puts up railing to prevent vandalism. ER-7, p. 131","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Stereo photographs sell very poorly. Offers cabinet pictures at low prices. Insists on monthly settlement of account.  ER-6, p. 205","A.L.S. Newark. Bill against association for Gardner's negatives. Fire extinguishers are $45. Plan of Washington farms with avenue marked from lawn to lodges. ER-6, p. 200","Copy. Newark. Hollingsworth has not paid bill for pictures because over 200 have not been sold. They usually pay after pictures are sold. He must hand over to Association the negatives he has. ER-6, p. 211","A.L.S. Newark. Recommends that he should pay Alexander Gardner and try to sell rest of his pictures. Will be sure to get negatives. ER-6, p. 209","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Does not want to recommend any Savings Bank that pays 5% as he does not see how it can be safely earned at this time, but he will send money they order him to send to any such bank. ER-20, p. 102","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. His bill must paid, whether or not he gives them the negatives. He intends making them a gift of the negatives.  P.S. Hollingsworth's messenger just brought $200 and says he will try to raise balance by Monday. ER-6, p. 213","A.L.S. Baltimore. Introduces Mr. Volkmar, an artist, who comes to examine painting in Illinois room. ER-5, p. 162","A.L.S. Learned Mrs. Halsted left final arrangements with new photographer in his hands.  Asks for written statement of photographer's terms, contract to be signed by Mrs. Sweat and Hollingsworth. Also done for Guide Book.  Questions price stated.  Sends check for $200 for month's bills.  Asks if Miss Johnson signed contract.  Asks to tell Mr. Blake, on consultaton with Mr. Corcoran, boat is to be called \"W. W. Corcoran.\"  Would like to see the new uniforms. ER-18, p. 149","A.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Appreciates arduous duties she has as Secretary of Council. Artist, Volkmar, has taken away painting in Illinois room for restoraton. He says picture was undoubtedly built in wall of the house. \"He pronounces it to be a fine painting...\" ER-5, p. 161","Copy. Sorry a sentence in her last letter was ambiguous. Association is grateful to him for his faithful service and recommendation of another photographer. They are anxious for negatives to be destroyed because Mansion was in state of decay when some of pictures were taken 10 years ago. She looks like \"an idiot\" in one picture. ER-6, p. 215","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends her draft for $2800. ER-20, p. 103","A.L.S. and copy written by Mrs. Sweat. Mount Vernon. Received her check for $200.  Asks for a reconsideration of Mr. Gardner's contract for Mount Vernon photographs.  Mr. Jouy's terms are higher and he dictates when he shall be paid.  He suggests changing contract to Mr. Jarvis, who controls majority of all views sold in Washington. Makes suggestions for a contract with him, including his acting as sales agent for pictures in Washington.  Mr. Garder's bill is $285.  Post Office matter not yet settled.  Has had continuous need since Council for carpenter, plumber, bricklayer or tinner.  Lunch room cement floor being laid and walls plastered.  Furnace is repaired.  Asks for $200.  Not so much danger of having his mail opened on Mary Washington as on Arrow.  Paid Mr. Gardner's bill. (copy ER-20, p. 167)","A.L.S. Leesburg. Mrs. Ball is ill.  Advises her placing funds in a \"sound savings Bank\" to draw 5% until return of Regent.  \"Certainly desirable to avoid, if it can be done safely, the high premium, slow interest of Government securities to which she refers.\" ER-20, p. 115","A.L.S. Springfield. Copy of reply by Mrs. Sweat on the last page. As custodian of National Lincoln monument, asks for information re the management, methods of reporting, etc. of the MVLA.  States his own problems rather fully and what Hollingsworth has already sent him.  Mrs. Sweat's reply to his inquiry for information on MVLA that the running of a 200 acre estate is so different from his problem, she has little to offer him. But will send next annual report when it is published. ER-20, p 114","A.L.S. with copy. Newark.  Mr. Barlow has renovated \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting for $35. Sent bill to Mrs. Townsend.  Painting was presented to Association. Mrs. Halsted collected $406 for removing, renovating and placing it, plus expressage of frame, $17.  Will send bill for fire extinguishers to Hollingsworth. (A.L.S. ER-20, p. 121 and copy ER-6, p. 217)","A.L.S. Newark. Recommends the \"protective Fire Annihilator\" extinguisher. There are 10 at Mount Vernon. Mr. Barlow has renovated painting. Naval view is in hands of Baltimore artist. Death of Mrs. Comegy's daughter. Visit to the White House. ER-6, p. 219","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for her \"courtesy and politeness at Mount Vernon and felt quite overdone with attention.\" Will always retain her intense feeling for Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has had Mrs. Sweat's inquiry for Dr. Jouy's photographic terms, which he thinks Mrs. Halsted has.  Thought Dr. Jouy's prices were to be as cheap as Mr. Gardner's.  Now suggests compromise and giving contract to Johnson.  Is building new cistern, no water for greenhouse from old one for two weeks.  Have four sick on place now, and he feels badly from taking so much quinine. ER-20, p. 171","Copy. Newark. Barlow's bill for work on large painting. Mr. Volkmar's charge for restoring naval scene. Problem of photographer not settled. She prefers Dr. Jouy over Jarvis, who wronged Mount Vernon in previous years. Missing photographs of Mount Vernon. Can they delay getting fire insurance another year? Can get low rate of insurance on painting.  ER-6, p. 221","A.L.S. in writing of secretary.  Mount Vernon. Received her checks for $200 each.  July receipts at Mount Vernon were $823.07. Total expenditure for repairs Council ordered and Gardner's bill are $1220.33. A detailed statement of amounts by voucher number follows.  Outstanding grocery bills since May 1st, including extras for Council, ice bill, hardware, bricks, cement, etc.  Cistern for hydraulic ram completed, at four times old capacity. Urges a new heating plant for greenhouse, approved by last Council. Estimated cost $200. ER-20, p. 174","A.L.S. Has tried to clear up photography question and get Mr. Barlow's bill paid.  Has been through Lossing, \"paged the errors, forwarded…list to Mrs. Ball\".  Sent Hollingsworth $400, invested the $2000 from New York and $800 from Centennial stock. ER-18, p. 171","Copy. Newark. Sends check for $35 for restoration of \"Washington before Yorktown.\" ER-6, p. 222","A.L.S. Despairs over Mount Vernon expenses, \"everything costs so much more when paid for than when asked for.\"  Sent Hollingsworth $400 since Council, paid for Barlow's photographs. He now wants money for groceries during May, June, July, and for ice bill, for hardware, and for cement.  Details accounts already paid.  Refers to new cistern and fire extinguisher needed. Estimate for greenhouse heater, but Hollingsworth needs more.  Mrs. Sweat has continuously written to him not to let bills run to no avail.  Wants to keep out of debt and proportion expenditures to funds on hand so accounts \"will square\" when she gives up \"acting Regency.\"  Seems to be no sale of farm and garden produce. ER-18, p. 173","Copy. Newark. Re a Mount Vernon photographer. ER-6, p. 223","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Money on credit and interest due to the Association. ER-20, p 104","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received check for $100 from Mrs. Townsend. ER-20, p. 105","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Received check, which will be applied as she suggests. ER-20, p. 175","A.L.S. Wanted Mrs. Hudson to visit her and make an \"exhaustive examination of certain parts of the monthly statements\" and to formulate letter to Hollingsworth so as to gain information needed. Questions quantities of provisions purchased, returns on lunch table.  Will prepare a financial report for Regent.  Wages paid should be investigated.  Has asked Hollingsworth for his total indebtedness, can't induce him to prepare complete monthly accounts.  Do salaries for Hollingsworth and two McDermotts include food? ER-18, p. 175","A.L.S. Refers to three kinds of pamphlets printed last year, and approves of Minutes.  Thanks Mrs. Hudson for figures on lunch table.  Asks about produce raised at Mount Vernon.  Hopes Regent will return soon.  Hopes to meet all bills by delaying greenhouse and Tomb repairs. ER-18, p. 177","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Encloses statement of profit from sale of poultry, pork and garden products for past six years, not including consumption of same on Mount Vernon estate.  During last Council 20 chickens per day were used.  Terrible storm last night. ER-20, p. 177","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Will send report of indebtedness.  Pay roll is $232.  Hopes to meet his own salary through \"meagre revenues of the last month.\" ER-20, p. 176","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends August report, will make separate one on indebtedness.  His August salary unpaid.  Outstanding bills on brick, ice, blacksmith,  and for groceries.  All cisterns very unsanitary except new one.  September and October are the best months for visitors.  Detailed statement on poultry, 300-400 young chickens served to the Vice Regents. Cholera among the fowl.  Mount Vernon produced in last 2 years: 1000 lbs. pork (same amt. sold), 9 gallons of milk per day, no butter made, raised oats only last 2 years, 100 and 300 bushels straw fed to cattle, corn 210 and 300 bushels (410 per year needed), rye 80 bushels and 160 bushels, hay 7 and 9 tons, potatoes killed by beetles, 40 bushels yield this year, 100 bushels turnips for cattle, 200 head of cabbage for men and cattle.  Soil poor, need much fertilizing.  Have 13 head of cattle, 6 cows giving milk.  Mount Vernon made a Post Office and he is the Post Master. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends Hitchings and Co. estimate for furnace and boiler in greenhouse. Has brick and cement on hand.  Estimate for Tomb repairs to be sent later.  Workmen boarded at Mount Vernon expense, which is more advantageous to Association than paying higher wages. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Received salary for last month. Will pump out all cisterns.  Cistern for hydraulic ram costs more, as storm cause cave-in of excavations, added some brickwork, $290.  those employees who were sick are now better.  Mr. Blake goes to New York to inspect his new boat.  Post office established \"Mount Vernon-on-the-Potomac,\" Fairfax County, VA. Have enough cement and brick to set up proposed greenhouse furnace. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Explains increase in costs of greenhouse boiler and furnace.  Asks for $200 to pay grocery bills, etc.  Ordered corrugated boiler of Hitchings and Co.  Mr. Blake has gone to see launching of W. W. Corcoran. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Probably written to Nancy Halsted. Engaged Volkmar of Baltimore to renew photo in Illinois room at Mount Vernon. It is restored to original brightness. Engaged skilled artists to make suggestions and estimates on room. Mrs. Comegys' affliction. Insists Mount Vernon Report should contain financial report. ER-5, p. 161","A.L.S. Albany. Re boat contract, some men ask for information about largest number of passengers carried in best season. ER-18, p. 162","A.L.S. Paris. Evaluates the Vice Regents, comments on Council, asks for minutes so she can prepare articles for Milwaukee papers. ER-18, p. 272","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Wants to know when to start taking negatives. Was under impression he had been given contract to do so. Will make stereo views for $9 per $100 and cabinet at $12 per 100. ER-6, p. 225","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipt for $200 sent by Mrs. Sweat. Greenhouse boiler has been shipped, will send Hitchings and Co. payment.  Major Blake returned much pleased with the W. W. Corcoran (boat). ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. Steamer Mary Washington. Had not time to go to Stratford.  Boat launched on September 21. Expects to furnish next week, wants her help.  Boat constructed by George Quintard, will be ready for Mount Vernon route on November 1, carrying capacity 800.  Has mail contract and Quarter Master's contract, both will pay about $1600 a year.  Hollingshead assisted in securing contracts, is a friend to Association. ER-18, p. 98","A.L.S. Leesburg. Asks for Christian names of Vice Regents, which Committee wishes to print in Mount Vernon Guide Book according to Council order.  Mrs. Johnston hopes to print this soon.  Asks for a Mount Vernon assignment.  Note:  \"Advised against Christian names and P.O. addresses\" being printed. ER-14, p. 131","Copy. Newark. Final settlement of photograph question. Mr. Johnson to get contract because he was low bidder and will give Association 6 month credit. She herself prefers Dr. Jouy. Scolds him for keeping decision unsettled for so long. ER-6, p. 227","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Greenhouse boiler placed, total cost $149.50 and has receipt for payment of bill.  Greenhouse needs some glazing and carpentry.  Has bid for Tomb brickwork.  Photograph contract given Mr. Johnson as stated in Mrs. Halsted's letter.  Didn't meet total expenses in September, May was the best month. Outstanding bills for groceries, garden seeds, farm expenses and lumber.  Chills still prevail at Mount Vernon.  West Ford's children have diphtheria. ER-20, p. 183","A.L.S. Steamer Mary Washington. Post Office contract awarded to McKibbin, associate with Mr. Blake in steamboat Corcoran as well as Mount Vernon. Contract for a term of two years, nine months, pay starts October 1 for $3,000 a year. Daily delivery to 6 different offices. Fort Washington, Mount Vernon, Marshall Hall, Gunston Hall and Plymouth. No Sunday delivery.  Hollingsworth is post master for Mount Vernon, old Kitchen is office, \"Peters\" is deputy. ER-18, p. 99","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. New boat launched September 21. Starts for the Potomac at the end of the month.  Will go to New York to see about furnishings.  New post office at Mount Vernon with Hollingsworth as postmaster.  Boat has postal contract that will be for two years, nine months from October 1. Deliver to other stations as far as Glymont. Also has the Quarter Master's contract. ER-20, p. 89","A.L.S. Stratford. By order of Council conferred with Major Blake re establishment of post office at Mount Vernon. U.S. Post Master General has awarded him contract to carry mail to several points, 6 deliveries per week, dating from October 1, 1878.  Mount Vernon station to be named \"Mount Vernon on the Potomac, Virginia,\" with Hollingsworth appointed postmaster. ER-19, p. 172","Copy. Newark. Contract with new photographer, Mr. N.G. Johnson. Delays in settling this business were due to uncontrollable circumstances. ER-6, p. 229","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipts for expense money received.  Will start work on Tomb.  No truth in rumors that picnics are held on Mount Vernon grounds without his knowledge, origin due to excursionists going to other places on river.  Mr. Johnson is at Mount Vernon taking photographs.  Expects Major Blake's new boat, W. W. Corcoran on November 1. ER-20, p. 183","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Contractor expects to finish repairs on Tomb next week.  Would like $200 to pay when contractor is finished.  Sarah and West Ford's family have intermittent fever.  Major Blake has not returned with new boat, W. W. Corcoran. ER-20, p. 185","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipt for $200 received. Expects Major Blake and new boat soon.  \"Sickness on place has almost disappeared.\" ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. in writing of the secretary. Incomplete letter. Mount Vernon. Work on Tomb finished, contractor paid and workmen gone, satisfied with job. Looks newly built with pressed brick, \"pure white marble slab over doorway has inscription exactly similar to the old one.\"  Expects W. W. Corcoran (boat) soon.  ER-20, p. 189","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Expresses regret at the poor attendance in October. Has had cistern in west circular lawn cleaned. Hopes that the new boat will improve attendance.ER-20, p. 191","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Incomplete and clipped in places. Mount Vernon. November has been unprofitable, has cut expenses.  Again asks Association aid in paying bills.  No day with over 25 visitors.  Expects increase when new boat arrives. Hundreds of people waiting for it and some favorable weather. ER-20, p. 192","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. W.W. Corcoran, Major Blake's new boat, reached Washington last night after stormy voyage. Will make her first trip to Mount Vernon tomorrow with a large party. It is the most handsome and best outfitted boat on the Potomac. Expects extensive advertising.  Will run clear days in winter.  November had bad weather, poor receipts.  Cut pay tolls and other expenses.  Gives itemized statement of all outstanding bills. Mansion insurance paid for 2 years, groceries, lumber, payroll, Superintendent's salary for October and November equal $702. ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. Sails for Europe on June 7.  Hopes to have Mrs. Hudson's minutes before sailing.  Wonders why Regent doesn't resign. ER-18, p. 169","Statement re an \"enclosed paper\" that seems to be a statement of Secretary Tracy for the Regent, although no date and no signature are given. ER-13, p. 15","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Cold, thick ice damaged oat twice. Mount Vernon ice house filled.  Mrs. Washington (Vice Regent) wants him to advertise in a magazine she contributes to. ER-18, p. 101","A.L.S. Chicago. Restored the picture to its original state. Contracted to have Illinois Room restored to original condition. Will make drawing of ceiling, take down stucco work, restore lost pieces, etc. Believes first thing to be done on lower floor isn't to furnish \"but to make the rooms ready for furniture.\"  Thinks it would have good effect on public if entire interior could be artistically restored. ER-5, p. 163","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. At this date cannot render detailed account of work she requests.  Lists vouchers by dates and total paid for repairs.  Plumbing bill high, includes building cistern, ram house, laying drains around Mansion, greenhouse, also repairing water pipes under latter.  Lumber cost $49.86.  Mrs. Brown sends money for flag in memory of Tennessee Grangers.  Post Office at Mount Vernon is a savings.  Explains use of lunch table receipts, knows table is profitable.  Nathan will gladly take it over and pay Association for privilege.  Payrolls, etc. would be increased if table is run privately.  Strict economy in winter. Guide, clerk and policemen discharged, payroll cut in half. ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Explains what she and Mrs. Barry have decided on restoration of their state rooms.  Tried to get original coat of paint, engaged Emmart \u0026 Quartley (Baltimore).  Engaged a woodcarver Henry L. Fry to make Ohio coat of arms. Thought all ladies on her floor should know these plans.  Cincinnati's Mount Vernon Society raised $2000 in entertainment to be used in furnishing Ohio room. ER-17, p. 259","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. A. Jackson, publisher of Washington's Will, is at Woodstock, Virginia.  W.W. Corcoran owns copyright, all stereotype plates and several thousand copies of document.  Sent latter to Mount Vernon for sale, but retained plates. ER-18, p. 182","A.L. Incomplete and clipped. Chicago. Have money to restore West Parlor.  Emmert and Quartley to do work.  Ceiling to be removed, new plastering to replace stucco, lost pieces restored, paint scraped off wainscoting, original color reproduced.  Arms over mantel to be painted in heraldic colors, also crest and monogram in fireplace, old cornices renewed.  Will keep to original when it can be discovered.  Facsimile of furniture in Hamilton family in New York which Mount Vernon can copy.  Had painting over mantel restored last summer by German artist.  Has written another Appeal to send newspapers of state.  ER-17, p. 254","A.L.S. Chicago. Mrs. Leiter to see chair in New York and will have designs drawn of it and the set owned by Mr. John Hamilton, which are facsimile of those formerly at Mount Vernon. Next thing for them to do is to have all the rooms renewed before furnishing  and then furnish slowly with just the right pieces. She is canvassing state for money to furnish Illinois room. Wants to reproduce everything that was originally in the room. Details of work to be done in Illinois room. Original color to be used. Sends a circular she has had printed in city papers. ER-5, p. 165","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received a check for $70 interest which will be placed to MVLA credit. ER-20, p. 59","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Cupola repainted. ER-5, p. 114","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mansion floors repainted. Smoke House and Old Barn all to be restored as originally planned. ER-5, p. 115","A.L.S. Dover. Work on Delaware room. Inform her how many pieces of paper used in room. Asks cost of taking paper off and painting woodwork. Will send money as soon as bills are received. Curtains sent and coat of arms. ER-5, p. 235","A.L. in writing of Mrs. Farnsworth's daughter. New Rochelle. March 29, unfinished letter with few lines. April 10, her daughter finishes the last letter her mother wrote to Mrs. Comegys that was found in her desk. Her mother had a stroke of apoplexy but lives on quite helpless. ER-17, p. 255","A.L.S. Sends her manuscript for Minutes, asks her to arrange for printing and return originals to Acting Regent to be entered in Record.  Will start work immediately on Report for public.  Refers to paying Gardner's bill for negatives, draining Hollingsworth and Sarah's quarters.  Mr. Barlow's picture finished. ER-18, p. 183","A.L.S. Mrs. Townsend concerned about Post article as such criticism interferes with raising funds.  Suggests some Vice Regents better visit Mount Vernon without warning Hollingsworth.  Suggests asking Regent to have Mrs. Harrison make such a visit and report in letter to New York papers.  Speaks highly of Regent.  Glad she approves her plan for business at Council.  Refers to \"financial crisis\" the Association is passing through when she worked so hard to avert it.  Hopes for increased funds from boat, repairs more costly than expected. Her insistence that Hollingsworth pay all bills monthly failed.  Paid $250 for horses bought last year.  Expects to \"pull through\" after careful study of the situation with Regent.  Favors a Finance Committee.  Superintendent should make more careful estimates. ER-18, p. 185","A.L.S. Offers Joseph Ball's (father of Mary Ball Washington) liquor case with one of the decanters and the horn tumbler to the Association for $150. Gives dimensions of case.  Holds 9 decanters. Rose wood.  Knows the location of Washington's card table. Mahogony lined with sun base. Small cups to the right of each player.","A.L.S. Addressed to \"My Darling.\" Three pieces of Martha Washington's china promised to Association by Mr. Corcoran. ER-5, p. 33","A.L.S. Dover. Sends check to repay him for expense in decorating Delaware room. Not offended at the bill. Afraid she has given him offense about the papers. ER-5, p. 237","A.L.S. Asks them to appoint another Treasurer as his private business consumes his time.  Regrets he cannot go to Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 61","A.L.S. Refers to Resolution sent him and receipt of $6161.37.  Has sent Mrs. Laughton list giving his opinion on investments.  Thanks MVLA for their action re his withdrawal as Treasurer and insists he has not the time to give to the MVLA that their business should have. ER-20, p. 62","A.L.S. Nordington. While in New York she saw some unimportant Press comments on Mount Vernon.  Refers to brief Council Wednesday through Friday.  Thinks more time and deliberation should be given to Council at Mount Vernon.  Engraving for Mount Vernon not well packed.  Noticed Ohio room was completed. ER-14, p. 129","A.L.S. Accomplished much in a brief session at Grand Council.  Program well planned by Regent and Secretary. Glad Mrs. Broadwell is chairman of the House Committee and Mrs. Halsted relieved of some of her many duties.  Tells her instructions given Nathan on cleaning, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly.  Must be kept clean. ER-17, p. 254","A.D.S. Miss Floride Cunningham offers to furnish room with furniture from Regent's family home \"with furniture brought from England and contemporary with that of the time of Washington.\" Docketed \"A Communicattion for Council.\" ER-6, p. 231","A.L.S. In writing of secretary. Says examination of books would be impossible. Books can't leave Mount  Vernon. The Regent has transactions in the monthly reports.  Why has roof not been painted. ER-20, p. 195, ER-20, p. 197","A.L.S. Suggestions for changes in Minutes.  Receives statement re Superintendent's room and board by Association. His own report showed himself as \"not boarded.\" Suggests having terms of his commission defined at next Council.  Asked him for reason why roof was not painted, wants also to know how he knew there were no funds.  Wants to know for Minutes why one Council order was carried out and not another.  Refers to $4000 for dredging. ER-18, p. 187","A.L.S. Received her check for $2870.00.  ER-20, p. 60","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Carpenters work on Tom's house at Alexandria entrance. Plumbers bill for \"necessary repairs to ram which met with an accident, thereby rendering it disabled.\" Also repairs to boiler in greenhouse. Painting and roofing Tom's house. Glazing on greenhous.  New York coat of arms, business very dull since November 1. ER-5, p. 117","Notes and extracts copied by Susan Hudson sent to Mrs. Barnes for examination. ER-4, p. 91 through ER-4, p. 101","Draft list \"The above List of names of V.R. have had their letters forwarded by Express or private hand by order of Council - many letters \u0026 copies of letters were retuaned to await further action of Council -\"","A.L.S. Alexandria, VA. Will be pleased to see him at any time. Wants to visit Mount Vernon again. Has been visiting there for 40 years. Talks about Masonic book. Presents a copy to be used in Lafayette's Room.","Print notice with note by Mrs. Sweat \"per order of the [acting] Regent Margaret J.M. Sweat Secretary of Councils.\" ER-18, p. 189","A.L. Incomplete. Re burglar alarm. ER-5, p. 34","Certificate of authenticity for the family bible belonging to Mary Ball Washington given to her via Betty Lewis and then to Robert Lewis and then to Mrs. Betty B. Bassett. Embossed and signed by Benjamin Weaver, a Justice of the Peace, and William S. Brown, Clerk of King George's County, VA. W-408","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explains difference in payroll caused by hirings, firings and increases in salary. West Ford's son married to white woman and moved into porter's lodge without permission. Dismissed him at once. Weather very cold, ice on river. Not as strong as before his attack.  Postscript on December 15. Sends estimates for new road. Filling ice house. ER-5, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Addressed to \"My dear Mrs. H.\" Council urged by Virginia visitors to attend Yorktown celebrations. Mount Vernon funds can be used. Mrs. Walker's resignation. Mrs. Sweat holds 8 proxies. Mrs. Washington arrived with visitors. ER-6, p. 233","Received a letter from her cousin Angelina Livingston Hamilton, she asks Regent to answer.  She refers to Mary Morris Hamilton as Alexander Hamilton's sister which is a mistake, she was his granddaughter.","Invitation from Yorktown Centennial Comission to the MVLA to attend the ceremonies and to come in their boat from Washington to Yorktown.","Asks her to act as proxy at Council. Suggests Mrs. Henry Herbert from Montgomery as Vice Regent for Alabama. Suggests investment for the Association in the Libby Factory and in the Enterprise Factory. Signed \"your friend and sister Eve\"","Cannot be at Council because of dying brother.","A.L.S. Newark. Description of 1881 Council. ER-6, p. 235","A.L.S. Warrenton, Virginia. Wishes $1500 for Washington's Masonic apron.  Asks what Mrs. Leiter is willing to pay for it.","Was delighted with the talent and dignity of the business ladies of the Association. Hopes Regent will be offered proper transportation to Yorktown.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Leesburg. After talking to her husband she has changed her mind and feels that the trip to Yorktown would be in the best interest of the Association.","Inquires about trip to Yorktown. Has Massachusetts done anything about the Library? Each Vice Regent should train her successor.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Shelter Island, New York. Heard reports of Council, gave her proxy to Mrs. Ball. Regent presided with great dignity. Northern Vice Regents think there is \"none her equal\" in all respects.  Wants to be at Mount Vernon meeting in October when French delegation is received and accompany them to Yorktown.  Papers say Mr. Corcoran offers to pay expenses. Mrs. Ball denies this.  Asks Mrs. Comegys to go with her. ER-17, p. 256","A.L.S. Giving her resignation as secretary of the Council.","The only Vice Regent that meant any harm was West Virginia. Feels sorry for Connecticut. Mrs. Sweat was right about Yorktown project.  Believes that her illness was malaria contracted at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Postcard. Would have voted affirmative on Yorktown project if she had been present at Council.","A.L.S. Stratford. Requests portion from minutes which authorized the supression of printed minutes.","A.L.S. San Francisco. Pleased to receive word the Council approves gateway and awaits drawings promised, to take matter in hand.  To have work harmonize with surroundings must leave choice of form, dimensions, and material to those closely in touch with Mount Vernon.  Work must be done in East, but desires estimate of cost be sent with drawings.  Asks also if there is to be a celebration of surrender at Yorktown. ER-8, p. 259","A.L.S. Leesburg. Thanks her for the reports. Wishes Council were a few days longer to allow more deliberate action. Has heard nothing about Yorktown.","A.L.S. Warrenton, Virginia. Mrs. Ball informs Miss Longfellow that necessity forces her to part with several Washington relics which she holds for financial reasons.  Holds a Masonic apron and a ring box. Will sell for $1500.  Brief history of apron.","A.L.S. Attorney at law. Winchester, Virginia. Asks to be informed of Council's decision about Yorktown trip.  The Virginia Board would be much pleased to accompany MVLA as a special escort.","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Council decided that the trip to Yorktown would be impossible unless the government provided funds.  The funds have not been provided.","A.L.S. Charlestown, West Virginia. Ladies of MVLA invited to Yorktown Festival but at their own expense. She considers it, therefore, \"an empty compliment.\"  Mr. Corcoran gave Mrs. Garfield $5000 and she feels he could have paid for the Ladies' trip to Yorktown or a gift to the MVLA endowment fund.  Despite this seeming affront to the Association, she hopes the Ladies will have a reception at Mount Vernon for the French delegation coming over for the Festival.","A.L.S. Washington. Has talked to Senator Johnson.  Yorktown Committee unable to provide transportation to or quarters at Yorktown for the MVLA. ER-5, p. 45","Missed last Council, but hopes to go to the next one.  Hopes to send gift to Mount Vernon from widow of late President Polk, a memento of him.","A.L.S. Charlestown. Mrs. Sweat also feels foreign delegates to Yorktown Festival right to be received at Mount Vernon. Could have arranged for a Navy steamer to take guests to Mount Vernon, but felt this was not her duty and others might have considered her meddlesome.  Praise for new Vice Regent from Alabama, also W.W. Corcoran for his assistance to MVLA.  Is thinking of writing a brief history of Mount Vernon.  Wants to talk up the idea at next Council.","A.L.S. Clipped letter. Matter of where in the Mansion to place the \"Lafayette Chair.\"  Discusses assassination of President Garfield.  Has asked Lafayette's grandson for mementos of the General.  Chair was sent.  Hopes something can be done with French delegates to Yorktown Festival. ER-17, p. 257","A.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Matter of selling Confederate bonds held by MVLA.  Glad MVLA out of Yorktown Festival.  Felt it was not their business.  Berry collecting for the chapel. ER-6, p. 237","A.L.S. Nordington. Asks about new boat.  Saw Mrs. Hudson in New York. Asks for measurements of room above Council Room, will complete furnishing it for West Virginia. Sympathizes with Regent, so soon a widow again.  Will give Miss Johnson facts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 123","Bills for work done in Mansion, paid and unpaid. Bill for repairs to the New York Room.","A.L.S. Report.  Presentation of newspaper dated January 2, 1800 reporting death, funeral, etc. of Washington. Gift of George. A. Tomlinson. M-1126","Printed notice signed by Margaret Sweat, Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 189","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Report of 1882 Grand Council. ER-6, p. 239","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hurried through her work at Mount Vernon. Council was harmonious, regrets Mrs. Hudson was absent.  Miss Longfellow and Mrs. Herbert agreeable additions.  Mrs. Eve was ill.  Superintendent has changed, looks worn and old.  Council did not raise his salary but voted him $100 and 2 weeks vacation.  Will invite him to Wisconsin. Rooms definitely assigned permanently. Mrs. Hudson had not stuck to one room on main floor but had name over bedroom door and also room in cottage.  Mrs. Eve had parlor.  Mrs. Yulee took room next to hers. Mrs. Herbert took room next to Hudson.  Will build old road used by Washington from Milwaukee school children's money.  Wants him to use money given to build West Gate.  Mount Vernon never looked as lovely as now. ER-18, p. 265","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has several works he is prepared to sell to the Corcoran museum. Original model of Houdon's bust of Washington.  Says this the only bust of Washington from life.  Lists 5 others he is prepared to sell. H-709","A.L.S. Check enclosed for her Council expenses. Mrs. Eve in Baltimore. It was a pleasant Council. ER-5, p. 35","Postcard. Package addressed to Miss Longfellow at Mount Vernon.  He wishes to know what is to be done with it.","A.L.S. Strongly opposes asking Congress for anything for endowment fund.  ER-5, p. 37","Baltimore. Henry Howell Lewis. Certificate authenticating a sword as the one willed to Washington's nephew George Lewis.  Description of sword, brief history of it. W-84","A.L.S. Mrs. Eve takes Mrs. Hudson's room. Changes of rooms among Vice Regents. Gift of $100 to Hollingsworth to enable him to make a summer excursion. Disapproves of ladies having fare paid to and from Council, when Mansion is in such a bad state of repair. Not enough money to finish painting. Thinks only those whose states gave $3000 to endowment fund should have fare paid. Thinks they should ask Congress for appropriation. Mrs. Sweat has had all coats of arms stowed away in third story. ER-1, p. 241","A.L.S. Addressed to \"My Dear Friend.\" Re Council. Mrs. Herbert in very poor health.  Annual Council largest ever held. ER-14, p. 119","A.L.S. Hillside. Advises her to move her furniture into room Georgia has claimed and put state coat of arms over door. Georgia had no right to claim the room without asking her first. Traveling expenses. ER-1, p. 242","A.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Sweat's reading at Council of Mrs. Hudson's confidential letters. Dispute between Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Eve over room. Entrance fee angers many visitors. Believes government should endow Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 243","A.L.S. Ansonia, Connecticut. Has newspaper describing death and funeral of Washington dated 2 January 1800.  Prepared to donate it to MVLA for use in its Connecticut Room.  Hopes to frame it with wood from the Charter Oak. M-1126","Catalog of flowers and other plants grown at Mount Vernon for sale. RM-1056,  ER-5697","By William Macleod, Curator of the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Embossed and signed by Arthur T. Brice, Notary Public. Disposition and documentary authentication that Clark Mills had removed the Washington bust from Mount Vernon in 1849 and later placed it with Corcoran Gallery for safety.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Ward restored plaster bust of Lafayette found at Mount Vernon, made bronze copy of same.  Are now ready to be delivered to Mount Vernon. H-167","Postcard. Asks McLeod if he ought to publish Clark Mills' statement about the Washington bust now that Mills is dead.","Handwritten notes by Lily Laughton on Macdonald's letter concerning the publication of a statement on Washington's bust after the death of Clark Mills.","A.L.S. New York. Cannot advise MVLA on what to do as far as Washington bust is concerned.  Has weighed legal aspects of case. H-709","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Nephew of George Steptoe Washington. Verifies sword held by Riggs as that bequeathed by Washington to George Steptoe Washington. Sword purchased from him by George W. Riggs.  Also sold a Stuart portrait of Washington. W-85","A.L.S. Woodlawn. Concerning efforts to restore Woodlawn. Washington antiquities.","Steamer Mary Washington. Firm in Brooklyn to contribute carpet and bed hangings for West Virginia Room.  Wants measurements of the room's windows so curtains can be made. ER-14, p. 123","A.L.S. Cincinnati. References a Jefferson autograph letter given to the Ohio room by Mrs. Comegys. Mrs. Broadwell remembers the hospitality offered by Mrs. Comegys of her newly restored room in 1876. Notes that in Josiah Quincy's writings he mentions how his father visited Judge Bushrod Washington and slept in George Washington's room and \"saw him.\" ER-17, p. 258","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Amazed she has not received acknowledgement of her gift to Ohio room. Received the Jefferson letter and $5 for framing.  Has sent her report to Mrs. Sweat. ER-17, p. 259","Washington, D.C. Lemonade glass she gave to Mount Vernon from time of Washington. Used at Mount Vernon and bequeathed to Bushrod Washington. W-535","A.L.S. Brunswick. Thanks her for copy of MVLA Report.  Feels it is a very well done Report.","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Asks for payment of MVLA pew rental at Pohick Church for the year.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Vases arrived, placed in the Georgia room. Servant troubles. Nathan and Sarah in bad humor since lunch table was abolished. Few visitors. ER-5, p. 119","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Georgia room, coat of arms and fireplace in Georgia room unfinished but screen hides it from visitors. Most of old oak has been made into goblets, etc. and sold. Will save a few pieces for her. Dogs sent to her son. Lunch table abolished. Nathan and Sarah to blame for its not being a success. ER-5, p. 119","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Acknowledges payment of MVLA pew rental at Pohick Church. Receipt signed by A.C. Landstreet, Treasurer.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Emmart and Quartley letterhead.  Re restoration of dining room.  Strength of plaster and woodwork good. Stucco ceiling, cornice, parts of mantel and walls need to be remodeled. Details method of doing work planned.  Ceiling to be painted light grey, stucco and cornice picked out in soft white. Walls painted light tan drab (thinks original color), woodwork, door and window frames to be white, doors stained oak (thinks it was original), mantel stucco restored painted half polish black.  Marble slab in fireplace restored, brick work repointed in cement, hearthstone mended with colored cement.  Floor in good condition to be puttied, stained, waxed. Refers to work done in West Parlor.  Gives cost estimate.  Asks about board of workmen at Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 196","Account with D. S. Troy for purchase of relics and Mansion repairs for $658.92 expenditures on deposit of $749.35.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recollections of Council of 1868. Conflict with Mrs. Morse. Account of her life and duties at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 201","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. At request of Records Committee she continues \"resume\" of her years at Mount Vernon. Cites Regent's voluminous correspondence with Vice Regents. Mrs. Halsted's great activities and gifts. General Michler's repairs made with funds from U.S. \"claims\" settlement. Cites a few gifts and definite repairs. Also gardener Craig's improvements in grounds and gardens, building of greenhouses, sale of produce.  Marginal comments of Mrs. Hudson.  ER-4, p. 75","A.L.S. Providence. Has remained in office despite her inability to be active because she believes many things she knows should die with her. Awkwardness of answering some questions of a successor. Relates whole history of difficulties with Miss Tracy. Account settled with Miss Tracy and receipt received from her. The receipt has disappeared and fears Miss Tracy may cause them trouble. Relations between Regent and Miss Tracy. Money unaccounted for. Association attacked after war. Her answer to attacks not published by Boston Paper. Sends draft of her answer. Newer members know nothing of these difficulties. In writing history of Association, is necessary to emphasize Mount Vernon itself and what has been done to preserve it, so any errors in the doing are forgotten. ER-5, p. 202","A.L.S. Bleak House. Reminiscences of Civil War days at Mount Vernon.  Visits of Prince Jerome Bonaparte, son of George Sand in party.  Secretary of State Seward brings Lord Lyone and Admiral Milne of British Navy and Charlotte Cushman. ER-15, p. 264","Copy of extracts from letters of Nancy Halsted to Philoclea Eve, recounts the Councils of 1868 and 1869.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter (clipped). Montrose, near Augusta, Georgia. Answers her questions re Mrs. Ritchie who died in London 12 or 14 years ago, no children.  Miss Cunningham wished her to write the history of the MVLA as she thought her \"the only one who would do her full justice.\" Mrs. Eve's last letter from her was dated from Paris. She corresponded with Miss Cunningham until too feeble to write. Her letters destroyed.  Mrs. Ritchie's  sister-in-law, Mrs. John Giddings, lives in Baltimore. ER-17, p. 261","A.L.S. Providence. Has found paper in safe. Much relieved because of Miss Tracy's vindictiveness. ER-5, p. 207","Fragment. Re Mrs. Ritchie's portrait. ER-17, p. 261","A.L.S. New York. Feels MVLA might not to bring up subject of bust at meeting. At the time, the MVLA's attempts to take over possession seemed weak. Feels legal position of MVLA not strong. H-709","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re estimate for repairs on Tomb. Eleven panels on side and rear renewed with cement, requiring no paint, having its natural color unchanged.  Inside Tomb done in light grey cement.  Iron railings around four monuments painted black, brickwork pointed up, stained and penciled, roof painted, coping and tablets painted white, lettering blackened, floor oiled, door of vault painted, cost not including board for workmen, $210. ER-6, p. 253","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Sorry to hear so few Vice Regents in attendance at Council.  Wishes her to have something said on the bylaws of the MVLA concerning new rules against vote by proxy. ER-17, p. 259","Copy. Approves plan for repairs on Tomb and asks that work be started immediately.  Asks for examination of back of Tomb and estimate for properly draining ground, also for board of workmen. ER-6, p. 252","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regrets Mrs. Hudson was not at Council.  Asks if she needs any particulars from Minutes.  So glad so much can now be put into printed reports. ER-18, p. 191","A.L. Incomplete letter. Buckingham Hotel. Superintendent's mind \"has been affected by his attack.\"  Mount Vernon expenses $2000 more than income.  Mr. Blake, Hollingsworth's friend, cannot understand expenditure.  Analyzes his failures.  Southern newspaper prints an attack on MVLA.  Seems \"to have emanated from Mount Vernon.\" Thinks Council should be summoned and employees dismissed.  MVLA accounts should be ready for inspection at any time. ER-18, p. 274","A.L.S. Superintendent's mind \"has been affected by his attack.\"  Mount Vernon expenses $2000 more than income.  Mr. Blake, Hollingsworth's friend, cannot understand expenditure.  Analyzes his failures.  Southern newspaper prints an attack on MVLA.  Seems \"to have emanated from Mount Vernon.\" Thinks Council should be summoned and employees dismissed.  MVLA accounts should be ready for inspection at any time. ER-18, p. 191","A.L.S. Thinks newspaper article criticizing Mount Vernon was written by some of the Superintendent's visitors or under his knowledge. He spent money recklessly, he seems to have \"lost that character of manliness and self respect…either by illness or never being what we fancied him.\" Need for close, accurate accounting.  No improvements this year and Association is in debt. Borrowed from \"sinking fund\" which is sacred.  Hollingsworth has lost his memory, cannot do his own writing, employs incompetents. ER-18, p. 273","A.L.S. Fears a feeling of \"North and South\" creeping into MVLA.  Suggests resolution for each to defray her own expenses to and from Mount Vernon until income is increased, and also that committees be restored.  Have Finance and Greenhouse Committees, but Mansion Committee was discharged as house is furnished.  Wishes a \"wise woman could be found to superintend affairs\" at Mount Vernon.  Suggests abolishing or curtailing proxies.  Approves Mrs. Sweat's ability and Regent as presiding officer. ER-18, p. 275","A.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Newsclipping attached discussing Council of 1884. Discusses the death and eulogies for Mrs. Barry, Vice Regent gossip at Council, and Mrs. Farnsworth's room being given to another Vice Regent after her resignation. ER-1, p. 245","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Requests permission to horse-hay-rake. ER-5, p. 120","A.L.S. Newark. Eulogism of Mr. Halsted left out of minutes by secretary. Secretary inserted \"fulsome commendation\" of herself by Mrs. Comegys, whom she ridiculed at earlier Council. Mrs. Herbert a great friend of Association. ER-1, p. 247","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Council earlier than usual because of malaria in Washington. She herself has been sick with it. Disappointed Mrs. Hudson wasn't at Council, gave her proxy to Mrs. Ball. ER-5, p. 37","A.L.S. New York. On letterhead \"The Latest New York Success, William Harris in the Dead Heart, Series of Romantic Plays.\" Asks him to secure Mount Vernon's key to the Bastille to use for publicity purposes in his tour of theatrical performances, part of proceeds for Confederate Veterans home. W-14","A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses William Harris's letter asking for loan of the Bastille key to help raise funds for Confederate veterans.Asks for loan of key to Bastille for raising funds for Confederate Veterans Home. W-14","Statement by Henry B. Lewis. Certifies a sword as that bequeathed by Washington to George Lewis and passed through Lewis family until purchased by Mrs. Ella S. Herbert. W-82","Rector of Christ Church, Alexandria, Virginia. Holds bible which originally belonged to Washington and later given to Christ Church.  Wishes to sell to Mount Vernon in exchange for funds adequate for new organ for Church.","Copy. Sells Washington sword given to George Lewis to Ella S. Herbert on condition it is to be placed in Mansion at Mount Vernon permanently. W-82","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explanation of complaints against Hollingsworth. ER-5, p. 121","A.L.S. torn on last page. Warrenton, VA. Papers of Truro Parish, lost for near a century, rediscovered.  Mrs. Forbes' brother-in-law is to write its history.  Washington was very active in parish.  Plans to maintain work of MVLA.  Wishes to leave materials relating to the MVLA and its work.  Forbes feels this will benefit MVLA.","Copy. Statement of authenticity by Gabriel Johnston. Description of the bell and its history. W-822","Newspaper clipping, no source.  \"Interesting relics discovered in the Mount Vernon Mansion:  slippers worn by a lady of Washington's family.  The House that suffered agonies 80 years ago:  Visitors to Mount Vernon having their pictures taken.   Relics found:  slippers, leather belt, newspaper February 17,  1800, bottles, maps. Further descripton of Mount Vernon and visitors. ER-17, p. 260","Copy. Statement by Thomas Capner. Description of the history of the bell. W-822","A.L.S. Baltimore. Old zinc roof over front part and supporting wooden ribs eroded, should be replaced with new tin roof over old one, and new ribs. Estimate $170.  Gutter with cement to drain rear of Tomb $30. ER-6, p. 253","Copy. Washington, D.C. Grand Council accepts estimates for repair of Tomb of $170 and $30. Urges prompt completion of work. ER-6, p. 253","A.L.S. Baltimore. Delayed answering Mount Vernon letters for about 3 months.  Mentions death of Mrs. Yulee and Mrs. Herbert, comments on other Vice Regents. ER-13, p. 32","Fragment of a letter.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has been cruelly misunderstood by some members of Council. His \"crime\" was to write to Regent of Nathan and Sarah's dishonesty and she made the letter public. All servants are his enemies now. His enemies in Council are out to ruin him. Defends his actions. General Lee advises him to retire in dignity. Enumerates his difficulties in carrying out his instructions. His best hands dismissed. Mount Vernon has gone down sadly in the last year, fences rotting, etc. for lack of enough hands. Public angry against them. Feels he must resign to save his character. ER-5, p. 123","A.L.S. Mourns loss of two Vice Regents.  As requested, sought legal advice re status and duties of Virginia Board of Visitors.  Sends her names of new Board appointed by Governor Cameron, hopes Board will meet during Council and plan wisely for same.  Asks about four shares of Bank Stock, so long unreported. ER-14, p. 135","A.L.S. Finished ceiling, sides, woodwork, tiles in hearth according to estimate of November 7, 1870. Gives details of work done. ER-14, p. 197","Receipt from Emmart and Quartley for restoration of the New York Room.","A.L.S. Marion. Satisfied having heard Mrs. Laughton's defense of the Vice Regent from California against charges made against her.  He hopes to visit Mount Vernon. W-259","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Asks for his opinion as member of MVLA's Advisory Committee of validity of MVLA's two charters. Have been working under both for 28 years.  Present Regent disagrees with first Regent's opinion on subject, so asks for a written opinion. ER-17, p. 263","Itemized bill from Gibbs and Nicholls work on the Tomb from October 1884 to April 1885.  Bottom note reads \"Correct Emmart and Quartley for work on Tomb, May21st/85\" ER-6, p. 253","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Wishes to know when next MVLA Council will be so he may prepare for Holy Communion that Sunday at Pohick Church.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Work on Tomb completed, rubbish removed, \"dirt cleared…beds on sides of Tomb fixed…\"  Bill enclosed. ER-6, p. 254","Print booklet, 6 pages. Opinions on constitution, charter of MVLA and visitorial power over it.  Feels the Board of Visitors has right to visit, examine, report. If MVLA fails in its duties, state of Virginia has right to take possession of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Washington. Offers free legal assistance to MVLA whenever they feel need to call upon his services.","A.L.S. \"Estimate for repairing and restoring tiling, next to and adjoining the whole front, removing one cause entirely, and as much as is necessary of next…same to be laid in Portland cement.\" ER-14, p. 199","A.L.S. Presented a map of New York dated August 1, 1876. M-181","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has in his possession clothes worn by Washington at his first inauguration.  Has coat, vest, knee britches, shoes, one knee buckle.  His cousin willing to part with more for $350.  Can document their authenticity.  Presently John Augustine Washington is their custodian.","A.L. Ladies grieved to hear he intends leaving Mount Vernon today. Begs him to stay until after Decoration Day to offer them his protection. ER-5, p. 125","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thanks the Vice Regents for the resolution passed during Council. ER-5, p. 125","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Desires to stay at Mount Vernon until a successor is appointed. Will remain today and help protect Ladies and the place. Is obliged to return next week to settle accounts with Association. ER-5, p. 125","On letterhead \"House of Representatives U.S. Washington, D.C.\" Bill for shipping, frame and inscription over door, frame for sword and hanging pictures. W-82","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Application for position of Superintendent for Mount Vernon. Signeed endorsements on the reverse. Endorsement on the reverse.    ER-18, p. 298","A.L.S. Washington. Elisha F. Riggs introduces Harrison H. Dodge who has been for years in their \"Country House.\"  Because of eye trouble, wishes to apply for position vacated by Superintendent Hollingsworth.  Recommends him. ER-18, p. 298","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recommends Mr. Dodge as Superintendent to replace Hollingsworth. ER-18, p. 298","A.L.S. Recommendation for Harrison Dodge, but no Superintendent's family can live at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 41","A.L.S. Indian Hill Farm near Newbury Port, Massachusetts. Recommends Dodge, his wife's nephew, for Superintendent of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 299","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recommends Dodge for Superintendent of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 299","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Gives data re his life and business experience, which supplements his formal application. ER-18, p. 300","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Calls a meeting of committee on selection of a Superintendent for June 23. Several applications for job. Committee consists of Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Townsend, Mrs. Halsted and herself. ER-5, p. 41","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Meeting postponed until 25th to oblige Mrs. Mitchell.  Five applicants for job of Superintendent. Believes experience in farming is necessary to the job. ER-5, p. 42","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regent asked Committee on the Superintendent to meet June 25.  Mrs. Walker absent.  Chose Dodge because of his splendid backing.  Regent unable to acquaint him with Mount Vernon duties, so Vice Regents Mitchell and Halsted went there \"to give orders.\" Regent, when she found Mrs. Comegys away from home, asked Mrs. Townsend to go with her to Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 267","Received payment for work in the cellar of the Mansion.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re work on inside of Tomb which is a \"very great mortification\" to him.  Send Mr. Foose, cement worker, to remedy dampness.  Plasterer Abrahams admits using very little cement on inside (had underestimated cost).  Asks her to explain defect and correction to Council.  Writes of Abraham's deception in his work, as he hears he is working at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 255","A.L.S. Portland. Regrets his opinion on \"vexed\" question of the rights of the Board of Visitors was not read at Council, asks for a copy.  Has only copy of Reverdy Johnson's opinion.  Compares opinions of Johnson, Merrick and Tucker. Reference to Hollingsworth's authority as justice of peace.  Reason for asking for another opinion, must yield generously to southern Vice Regents.  Pencil note by Mrs. Comegys states Regent's idea of powers of a chief justice to render an opinion. ER-17, p. 269","A.L.S. Portland. Sends two copies of opinion printed by order of Council, one for Vice Regent and one for Judge Comegys.  Wants copy of his opinion on same subject.  Minutes and Reports have gone to printer. ER-17, p. 272","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Offers oil painting of Great Falls of the Potomac to MVLA. W-2.","A.L.S. Atlantic City. Unsatisfactory work on Tomb. Abrahams did bad job on it, did not line it with Portland cement.  Mr. Fosse, Mr. Emmart's man, tried to get out of redoing work. Seems to be a connivance between the two men. Hopes Emmart will correct the situation. ER-6, p. 255","A.L.S. and copy. Legal explanation of the right of visitation and opinion on the Virginia Board of Visitors for Mount Vernon.","Bill for repairs and paving of portico and brickwork as estimated to Council of 1885.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Pleased with reports of Superintendent.  Comments on progress of Association and Vice Regents' ability to cooperate in their undertakings. ER-18, p. 277","Fragment. Preservation of Miss Cunningham's letters to Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Comegys and herself are very valuable to Association historian. Mrs. Rathbone is the new Vice Regent for Michigan. ER-17, p. 268","A.L.S. Repairs to cellar, roof repaired.  Need new lightning rods. ER-5, p. 43","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Questions the price, design, etc. for the greenhouse.  Whelan seems indifferent, long in getting his plan and estimates.  Found his houses dirty with rubbish about.  Recommmends deferring building another year, repairing present house, put in new furnace as necessary. ER-18, p. 277","Receipted bill for repairs on West Virginia Room.","A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Sweat's \"superintendence of printing of Minutes and Reports\" began in 1879, has no extra copies of previous ones.  Mrs. Hudson attended to printing before 1879.  Keeps a small supply of back issues on hand.  Hopes there will be no more 10 day Councils while she is secretary. ER-17, p. 271","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Received letters of Mr. Dodge and Mr. Whelan. Had been annoyed at Whelan's \"laxity and inattention to our requests.\"  Did not collect more funds, but decided to wait until next Council about greenhouse, repairs on old houses, but if necessary furnace can be put in at once.  If Regent agrees, tell Mr. Dodge and Whelan to abandon the new house. Will work it up next Council. ER-18, p. 279","A.L.S. Baltimore. A. D. Emmart went to Mount Vernon and inspected work on Tomb and declares it is now properly finished.  Advises having \"whole inside of earth vault\" covered over and drained to sides and front. ER-6, p. 255","A.L.S. Baltimore. Received check for $410 for repairs on Tomb and glad she finds work satisfactory.  Sends bill for repainting two doors as ordered by Dodge. ER-6, p. 257","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Asks her to send next year's money for pew rental for MVLA at Pohick Church.  He likes Mr. Dodge and feels he will be a good Superintendent. Same people agitating to place Mount Vernon under US government.","A.L.S. New York. Visited Mount Vernon in June with Mrs. Barnes.  Bricklayer had finished work, found many things to displease her. ER-13, p. 32","Account of George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections and Private Memoirs of Washington\" where he describes the \"white chariot\" owned and used by Washington while president. H-737","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Painting, \"View of Great Falls of the Potomac\" is ready to ship, on box is pasted original certificate of authenticity. W-2","A.L.S. Leaksville, North Carolina. Mr. Dodge deeply concerned over appearance of brick pavement in front of Tomb.  Urges \"squeezing\" $80 from grounds' appropriation for work.  Expects to raise some money in schools February 22.  Regrets she did not hear Canon Farrar's lecture. ER-6, p. 257","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Wills \"View of Great Falls of the Potomac\" by Beck (oil painting) to Mount Vernon with original certificate. W-2","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Submits plan for establishing \"separate groves to contain flora indigenous to\" each state and territory.  Suggests bringing students from a civil engineering school to Mount Vernon to make a topographical survey. ER-5, p. 41","Bill for laying brick pavement in front of the Tomb.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Refers to survey he \"sketched\" from cupola, and urges a complete topographical survey of grounds. Offers to have his son give his time gratuitously to it. ER-5, p. 41","Multiple letters and lists concerning individual contributions to the Maine Room fund in support of Mrs. Sweat's efforts to furnish and repair the room.","Multiple bills and receipts for work done and furnishings purchased for the Maine Room.","A.L.S. Doesn't wonder Regent is puzzled and provoked about greenhouse business.  Cannot understand how Hollingsworth can so consistently offer inadequate estimates to Council.  Cannot reconcile Whelan's letter with estimates, suggests need for \"forcing house,\" and that a Philadelphia glazer might reglaze greenhouse for less than $375.  Agrees it would be well to put Mrs. Campbell's gift in one thing such as \"forcing house.\" Greenhouse repairs will come out of grounds fund. ER-18, p. 281","In the writing of Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine. Financial report by the Regent. Mansion, foundations must be carefully watched and protected. Soil requires continual vigilance, garden walls - rebuilding of portion. ER-5, p. 39","Photocopy. Certificate as conservator of the peace. RM-722, PS-4907","A.L.S. Mrs. Sweat successful in furnishing Maine Room.  Says she is welcome to bedstead. Repairs needed soon in Louisiana Room.  Has heard excellent reports on Mr. Dodge.  Happy Mrs. Sweat will furnish Maine Room with old furniture.","A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of $20 payment by Mrs. Sweat for bedstead for Maine Room.  Had not planned at first to sell, but to give it to Mount Vernon.","Washington, D.C. Bill for greenhouse repairs. New boiler in west greenhouse, repairs old pipes, new pipes, credit on old boiler. Received payment of $85.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re work on portico, which Dodge says is unsatisfactory.  Impossible for him to get stones to match old pavement.  Asks that his bill be paid. ER-14, p. 198","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Sends original certificate belonging to the oil painting,  \"View of the Falls of the Potomac\" by Beck. W-2","A.L.S. Boston. Charles Wilson Peale portrait of Washington as a younger man for sale by Boston Art Museum.  Feels it may interest MVLA.  Price for the portrait is $6,000. H-17","A.L.S. with extract copies. Muckruss, Virginia. Their house burned before Christmas. They are living temporarily with Col. Arthur Herbert.  No insurance.  Will build again.  Gives details of fire and items saved.  Memos re Mount Vernon burned, must rely on her memory to give review of her life at Mount Vernon which is briefly told from her appointment in September 1859 through the Civil War period when the Regent ordered her to Mount Vernon and told her to take title of Sec of Assn, so as to have authority for action during Regent's absence.  Re Mrs. Ritchie's letters and Regent's plans for publishing early Vice Regent letters. Urged Regent to cull each of their letters for archives and destroy others, but Regent kept everything, hardly destroying a memo. The work Mr. Herbert did is in Mount Vernon Record, which was comprehensive while published.  ER-15, p. 265 (Extracts ER-16, p. 146 and ER-17, p. 274)","Receipted bill for 50 cents for fitting two keys.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sarah has agreed to cook for them at Mount Vernon. Dislikes having a caterer. Meals at the lunch room are abominable.  ER-5, p. 45","Sword held by Mount Vernon not one \"willed\" by Washington to Mr. Lewis, but rather one given to him and worn by Washington in the war and at Braddock's defeat. W-82","A.L.S. Has in her possession a pair of carved wood flower stands which belonged to Mount Vernon, presented to Dr. W. Thornton by Washington.  Offers them to MVLA for $300. W-7A and W-7B","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Official appointment to Exposition Board of Promotion, ex-officio.  Permanent Exposition of the Three Americas Constitutional Centennial 1889, World's Exposition in 1892. ER-17, p. 278","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. F. A. Richardson of the Baltimore Sun called to ask about organization and finances of the MVLA.  Regent is absent. He has been commissioned to write an article about the Association and wishes \"to do us justice.\"  Asks her to call on Mr. Richardson, giving him last Report. ER-19, p. 179","A.L.S. Makes a semi-official report.  Answered three letters from Mrs. Comegys to Regent.  Miss Johnston has asked aid on Guidebook.  Mr. Riggs has sent her an agent from the Baltimore Sun, Mr. Richardson, who wishes an authentic statement of the past, present and future of the Association to be given him because renewed attacks on the  MVLA are becoming serious.  E.F. Riggs showed Mrs. Sweat a letter envelope with \"Shall Mount Vernon be free?\" in big letters. Circulars calling for action against the MVLA are being circulated. ER-14, p. 147","A.L.S. Asks him to send her bills to be paid.  Mr. Young to classify and arrange all MVLA Reports. ER-18, p. 102","A.L.S. The Sun, Washington Bureau. Sent her copy of The Sun containing his article on Mount Vernon and thanks her for the assistance given him. ER-19, p. 182","A.L.S. Will permit financial report verbatim leaving off receipts after Council.  Mr. Riggs' reports details items hard to explain to adversaries. Will ask his advice re report and send Regent results.  Asks about report on endowment fund, if invested.  Forty dollars has been returned, traveling expenses. To be used for 100 plants from Mr. Saul.  Reports on Mrs. Riggs' statement re Treasurer's Report.  Encloses copy of Richardson's article in the Baltimore Sun which seems fair. ER-18, p. 148","A.L.S. Dover. Permanent Secretary of Councils.  Thanks her for the report and minutes, showing her part in last Council. Realizes she has not represented her own work fairly.  Refers to the contributions she has made and original purchase on taking over Mount Vernon. ER-19, p. 185","A.L.S. Has been to Mount Vernon. Sends to his friend a photograph of a painting by Trumbull of Washington.","Formal printed note of acknowledgement to Lyman for the gift of the painting \"View of the Great Falls of Potomac\" to MVLA. W-2","Her resignation as a member of the Committee on Records. Gives reasons for resignation. ER-5, p. 232","A.L.S. Explains gift of her father to Association. Railroad \"crash\" brought value of bond low. Now the value is higher, and Mrs. Sweat hopes eventually to have 3 shares of stock to add. ER-18, p. 193","A.L.S. Received long delayed relic list from Dodge, will compare it with text from the guidebook and send the Regent a corrected list. Will curtail Mrs. Washington's list. Has minutes, reports, and printed constitution.  ER-18, p. 192","A.L.S. Stratford. Re Dodge's dismissal of Mr. Nicholls who claims Dodge wishes to employ a nephew, Chester, in his place.  Mr. Nicholls thinks he is employed by Council not Dodge. ER-18, p. 103","A.L.S. Concordville, Pennsylvania. Deposits a chair at Mount Vernon used by Washington in the first Executive Mansion. W-259","A.L.S. Reference to Washington chair. W-259","Margaret Sweat - List of expenditures for articles placed in Maine Room.  Total bill for items $528. Total amount raised $528.","By Margaret Sweat.","A.L.S. Regrets she disapproved of efforts to decorate stage for benefit. ER-5, p. 43","A.L.S. Boston. Has no information on the painting of Washington given by his grandfather, Israel Thorndike, to the Massaschusetts Historical Society.","A.L.S. Dover. Her mother, Mrs. Comegys' prolonged illness. Mrs. Comegys is busy arranging her Mount Vernon papers in form of a report for next Council. To be a condensed account of Mount Vernon work in Delaware before as Vice Regent was appointed. Gives a gift to repair Delaware room. ER-5, p. 239","A.L.S. Encloses newspaper clipping regarding bills introduced to legislature. Proposed railroad and their desire to purchase land from Mr. Burke as a protection against it. Falls Church and Potomac Railroad Co. Urges her to apply to Virginia legislature for right to purchase more land. Recommends William Wirt Henry as an able Richmond lawyer if needed in fight to restrict railroads crossing into Mount Vernon land. ER-6, p. 262","Legislature is back in session earlier than expected.  Has heard that the proposed railroad will probably fail due to a lack of capital.","Regards purchase of bonds, application to legislature for extended powers and orther areas concerned with coming of the railroad to Mount Vernon.  Feels MVLA ought not to either purchase bonds or ask for extension of powers to prevent the railroad from coming to Mount Vernon.  Feels an \"inactive\" policy best in this situation. ER-18, p. 196","A.L.S. Dover. Sends Mrs. Du Pont's letter and check for work to be done in Delaware room. Will try to complete report on work in Delaware before her appointment as Vice Regent. ER-5, p. 241","Printed notice to attend Council by Margaret Sweat, Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 194","A.L.S. Mount Auburn, Massachusetts. Asks if pair of tripods, formerly belonging to Martha Washington would be acceptable as a gift to Mount Vernon.  W-1A and W-1B","Receipt for payment from three sons of Mrs. Robert Campbell, late Vice Regent for Missouri, of $300 for two surveyor's tripods formerly belonging to Washington.","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Requests Regent to send money for annual pew rental at Pohick Church.","Certificate for the authenticity of two tripods (candlestands) original to Washington, in possession of Reverend G. G. Murphy of Gonzaga College. By Virginia Miller. W-1A and W-1B","Testimony that to best of his knowledge and on testimonry of Virginia Miller of Washington, D.C., two tripods sold to the sons of Mrs. Robert Campbell once belonged to Washington.  W-1A and W-1B","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends certificates and testimonies authenticating the pair of tripods as original Washington pieces. W-1A and W-1B","A.L.S. New York Historical Society. Informs Mr. Bowen of reference to the existence of a portrait of George and Martha Washington by a Mr. G. Wright.","Typescript. Certifies that she has held the Joseph Wright portrait of George and Martha Washington.  Believes these are the Wright portraits, but has not been positively ascertained.","A.L.S. Provides character reference to Mrs. Frances Dunning telling Bowen that her statements in regard to the Wright portraits of the Washingtons can be accepted as honorable.","A.L.S. Cannot definitely authenticate the Washington portraits by Wright.  But quite sure they are original.  Her grandmother, an acquaintance of Washington's, often said they were so.","A.L.S. Virginia legislature is soon to convene. Will let her know when so that she can be there to conduct any Mount Vernon business. ER-6, p. 264","A.L.S. Portland. Treasurer of Portland and Rochester Railroad answers Mrs. Sweat's request that all MVLA dividends be sent to Mr. Elisha Riggs in Washington, D.C.  Has sent Mr. Riggs a check for $9.  Another dividend to be paid in January.","A.L.S. Apologizes for failure to report to her his receipt several months previously of dividend from the Portland and Rochester Railroad Stock.","A.L.S. Gainesville, Florida. Must come to Richmond soon if any hope to stop state legislature from passing railroad bill detrimental to Mount Vernon interests.  She ought to get aid of General Lee of Virginia and Mr. Henry  in the matter.  Both interested in Mount Vernon.  She can do no more to stop it. ER-6, p. 264","Testimonial given by Vice Regent from North Carolina, Mrs. Letitia Walker. ER-19, p. 197","Copy. Painters have done well and charged moderately.  Reduced minutes to \"baldest statements\" as other documents were voluminous.  Asks when she shall send duplicate copy of report.  Finishes work for the year but resignation cannot take effect until next Council. ER-18, p. 195","Draft. Writes concerning railroad bill and what might be done. If it is true, is he interested in helping Mount Vernon. Mrs. Laughton will come to Richmond to discuss matters further if necessary. ER-6, p. 265","Typescript signed. Governor Lee has had railroad bill amended in such a manner that road can go to any point in Fairfax Co. with exception of Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 260","Copy. Felt two railroads running near to Mount Vernon might be source of trouble to MVLA.  Thanks the governor for amending the bill so Mount Vernon will not be affected. ER-6, p. 267","A.L.S. Philadelphia. If the Wright portrait is original, believes it to be a copy of one by Savage, done in 1790 for Harvard College.","Draft letter by Harrison Dodge for the Regent to the Chairman on the Committee of Rivers and Harbors. Calls his attention to the fact that improvement of the channel by the government years ago was never completed.  Only a small boat can now reach Mount Vernon's wharf. Dodge will present MVLA's needs which MVLA wishes embodied in bill before Congress. ER-14, p. 201","Typescript, signed. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C. Dodge appeared before Committee On Rivers and Harbors re the improvement of the Potomac River channel to Mount Vernon which the Committee will give careful consideration. ER-14, p. 200","Draft. Washington, D.C. Chairman of the Committee on Rivers and Harbors. Thanks him for his courteous attention to Dodge.  Feels sure action of his Committee will be of lasting value to Mount Vernon.  ER-14, p. 201","Typescript signed. Philadelphia. Re Washington portraits. Comments on Mr. Winsor's article. Says Miss Johnson's book is unreliable. Answers queries in letter of February 27. Says Bowen's portraits of George and Martha are not by the same hand. Says it is not by Savage but probably by Wright. Discusses problem with dating them.","A.L.S. on letterhead. Washington, D.C. Re lightning rods, has placed one on Mansion, suggest rods be placed on barns and other buildings. ER-14, p. 202","A.L.S. Dover. Informs the Regent of the death of his wife Margaret Ann Comegys, a former Vice Regent of the MVLA. ER-5, p. 241","A.L.S. Gives names of Vice Regents present at Council of 1868, also relates to her information about those present. ER-5, p. 207","Copy. Washington, D.C. Asks that they send her the value they place on Washington's desk chair which she will submit to Council in May. W-159","Written by Ella B. Washington with note at bottom by Harrison Dodge. Received of Nellie Deans the Field Glass of Gen. Washington. Presented by Col. Robert Lewis to Anna Maria Dandridge Deans. Note at top says the accession was returned or withdrawn.","A.L.S. on Washington and Lee University letterhead. Lexington, VA. Cannot furnish desired information re Washington's desk chair.  Suggests writing to George Washington Parke Custis' niece, Mrs. Britannia Kennon or to Col. Butler whose wife was a niece of Custis.  W-159","A.L.S. Cannot recall whether he stated past values of railroad stock at last Council.  Wishes Mrs. Sweat to ask Mr. Hudson whether he did or not.","A.L.S. on Senate Chamber letterhead. Richmond. House subcommittee met. Moore proposed amendment to keep railroad from going to Mount Vernon.  To be adopted.","A.L.S. with typescript copy. After studying charters of MVLA and Mount Vernon Railroad Co. he concludes therRailroad has no right coming any closer than the edge of Mount Vernon land. If railroad tries it, they can get an injunction or suit against trespassers.  ER-6, p. 269","A.L.S. Alexandria, VA. Re history of certain papers, taken from ruins of building consumed by fire in Alexandria. W-1310 A","Typescript. Philadelphia. Surveying for railroad from Alexandria. Believes it will benefit Mount Vernon. Suggests superindendent and engineer agree on proper location for station. ER-6, p. 268","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Thanks him for his information re new railroad. Even \"pecuniary advantages\" to the Association cannot compensate for having a railroad station near Mount  Vernon. Dodge has succeeded in keeping it off the property of the Association. ER-16, p. 270","A.L.S. Linden Lodge. Has obtained from the Department of State a correct list of trees which Washington planted on his lawn with minute directions as to the places they were planted, etc.  From Washington's Journal Mr. Dodge has already started replanting of those that have died. ER-18, p. 108","A.L.S. Hermitage, Tennessee. Asks for information re history and organization of the MVLA.  She is the wife of General Jackson's adopted grandson.  As the Hermitage may be sold to the highest bidder, she is considering formation of an Association similar to MVLA to control the Hermitage.  Her husband owns Jackson furniture and relics. W-159","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. MVLA does not intend to present the Washington Continentals with a stand of colors on Washington's birthday the forthcoming year. ER-5, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. It is the policy of MVLA to use no funds for purposes other than the care and preservation of Mount Vernon.  They cannot present Captain Mills' company with stand of colors.  Cannot understand how the rumor that the MVLA would do so ever got out. ER-5, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Attorney at law. Requests information about the disposition of the portrait of an ancestor, Dr. Rittenhouse. When last at the Tomb of Washington, the portrait was \"ignominously relegated to an obscure attic room.\" Has corresponded with Mr. Dodge. W-125","A.L.S. Proposes selling some railroad stock and buying script or debentures of the same road. Discussion of Mrs. Long or Mrs. Weed as Vice Regent for Florida. ER-5, p. 208","A.L.S. Hermitage, Tennessee.  Re Washington's desk chair at the Hermitage. W-139","On \"Mayor's Office\" letterhead. Fredericksburg. Certificate by Absalom P. Rowe, mayor of Fredericksburg, for the dinner bell which belonged to Mary Washington and was placed with Mr. Rowe by John P. Herndon.  Mr. Rowe sold it to Mrs. A. M. Johnson. W-822","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Pohick Church will have a centennial service to commemorate the anniversary of Washington's  inauguration.  Dr. Philip Slaughter to speak at service.","A.L.S. Marked \"confidential.\" Concerning publication rights and royalties for his work \"Eminent Americans,\" following the bankruptcy of his publisher. RM-718, ER-4894, A-313.","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Thanks MVLA for providing $50 to Pohick Church to restore front of Church.  Asks that she pay the annual pew rental \"at her convenience.\"","A.L.S. Stratford. Receives check as secretary for $116.80 for printer and postage.  Mary Leiter has sent her \"Biographical Sketches of the Generals\" (1889). ER-18, p. 104","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. There is no Vice Regent for Georgia, so she writes to Regent re authority to provide suitable furniture as gift of her state for Mrs. Washington's sitting room.  Offers her grandmother's (Eliza Ball) mahogany work table and thinks she could collect other appropriate things. ER-18, p. 282","A.L.S. Department of State. While visting Mount Vernon, Sir Julian Pauncefote, Minister from Great Britain, noticed a memorial tree planted by the Prince of Wales in 1860 had died.  He told the Prince about it and the Prince desires to replace the tree. ER-14, p. 164","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. Wants her native town, first named for Washington, to furnish the Georgia Room.  Suggests a table, chair, old candle shade, sofa, antique chairs, vases, pictures, etc.  There is no Vice Regent for Georgia at this time. ER-18, p. 282","Autograph letter signed. Torrisdale. Acknowledges her letter re furnishing Mrs. Washington's sitting room.  Mrs. Eve of Georgia, formerly the oldest officer in the Association, has been dead a few months and changes in furniture are gradually being made.  Work table used by her grandmother Eliza Ball would be acceptable. The MVLA will pay transportation expenses and label it suitably.  The Georgia Room was furnished by money given to Mrs. Eve but she did not select articles.  Unable to authorize her to make public appeal for contributions, but can accept volunteer work or a family and friends. ER-18, p. 283","Typescript copy. British Legation. Acknowledges his assistance in arranging with the Regent for the planting of a memorial tree. ER-14, p. 164","A.L.S. Department of State. Sends her a letter he received from Sir Julian Pauncefote re planting a memorial oak for the Prince of Wales. ER-14, p. 165","A.L.S. Edgewood. Re return of Stolle's portrait of Ann Pamela Cunningham to the artist, it's \"worthless to the Association in its present condition.\" M-405 A","A.L.S. Pelham, New York. Offers to sell MVLA a piece a foot square, bearing escutcheon, made from the door panel of Washington's coach. W-643","A.L.S. Suggests an English oak, but will ask Dodge to call upon the British Minister and offer his services in carrying out the planting of a tree for the Prince of Wales. ER-14, p. 163","A.L.S. Pelham, New York.  Door panel from the coach was chosen by Bishop Meade, is of a yellowish color.  Also has an army chest with Washington's name and gives history of chest. W-347","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. Re furniture she wants to send to Mount Vernon. Must send to New York for new brasses for table. ER-18, p. 283","A.L.S. Pelham, New York. Her aunt, Adele Bolton, thanks him for the check for $60 and has sent box and panel. W-347","A.L.S. Presents to MVLA an enamel portrait of Washington painted by Henry Bone, ca. 1825, from original by Gilbert Stuart. Encloses printed description and history of picture. M-645","A.L.S. Re gift of an enamel portrait of Washington painted by Henry Bone from original of Gilbert Stuart. M-645","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. Has shipped an antique glass candle screen and old work table for Georgia Room. Describes donor of the candle screen, Julia Anthony. M-122","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Children of Kansas raised $1000 for quarters.  Does not want to ask for more at this time. Suggests leaving second story unfinished.  Will attend Council if needed to explain contract for quarters. ER-11, p. 187","A.L.S. Newark. Awning for benefit of Council in Mrs. Townsend's apartment. Legislative Committee and Governor to be received on the 20th. New York member of Advisory Board should meet with the Council. No word of any history of the Association. Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Comegys entrusted with the work. Sorting out papers at Mount Vernon.  ER-1, p. 249","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Will attend next Council.  Regrets difficulty with Bradshaw.  Needs $200 to finish quarters and does not want to ask for more money in her state.  Urges Mrs. Hudson to keep secretaryship, thinks she should be paid for work.  Offers to remain after Council and copy papers.  Suggests duplicate copies of all reports and resolutions made, one for filing and one for press. Suggests order of business to be made permanent.  Six thousand names of school children in her Record Book. ER-11, p. 186","A.L.S. Possible Washington mirror for sale.  Elaborate frame, but several pieces chipped on it.  Soon to arrive at Mount Vernon. She hopes she can be at Mount Vernon for its presentation to the MVLA.","A.L.S. Discusses protective railing for Vaughan mantelpiece, upcoming Council, and difficulty of working with other ladies. RM-551, ER-4202","A.L.S. There is a misunderstanding. She cannot prove the mirror is a Washington piece.  She can prove it was at Mount Vernon, but not that it was there during time of Washington.","A.L.S. Has just learned through Miss Ruxey that the mirror is not a Washington relic.  Wants to know what to do about the public appeal for the funds which was published in the May 5th Times.","A.L.S. Needs to raise money for the John Augustine Washington mirror.  Not sure it was a Washington piece.  Not sure transaction can be made before Council time.  Will get in touch with his descendants to seek its authority.","A.L.S. New York. Regrets not having been to last Council.  Matters of railroad coming to Mount Vernon again discussed. ER-18, p. 106","A.L.S. Has checked into background of Washington sword Mr. Riggs holds.  Although it had Washington's name inscribed, curiously was first sold to another man. Ford is unable to ascertain whether Washington ever owned the sword at all. W-85","A.L.S. Charlottesville, Virginia. Wishes to sell Washington's violin to Mount Vernon.  Valued at $1500 but will sell to MVLA for $800.  Also includes violin case.","A.L.S. Quakertown, PA. Justice of the Peace. Just returned from pilgrimage to Mount Vernon.  He is profoundly impressed with sacredness of the place, excellent preservation of grounds and buildings, accommodations and courtesies shown by subordinates.  Suggests a flag to fly at the Tomb.  Asks that Washington Camp No. 456, POS of America (Pennsylvania) be allowed to place a flag on Tomb. ER-14, p. 166","A.L.S. Newark.  Re Mansion repairs. Early repairs described. ER-1, p. 251","A.L.S. Fredericksburg, VA. Wishes to buy the Mary Washington dinner bell from Mrs. Johnston. Can only do so if the price is reasonable as his client cannot pay high price. W-822","A.L.S. Newark. Re early history of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 251","A.L.S. Newark. Opinion of a Georgia woman, a Vice Regent candidate. Ashamed there was nothing \"Washingtonian\" in the Georgia Room. ER-6, p. 116","A.L.S. British Legation, Washington. Transmitted to Lord Salisbury for Prince of Wales, a full account of planting of n oak tree at Mount Vernon and the Prince wishes his grateful acknowledgement of MVLA's courtesies. ER-14, p. 165","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Sir Julian Paunceforte's proposal to put an iron railing around tree planted last year. A message to him from the Prince and the gift of Washington memorial spoons. Also he wishes to give $10 each to the men who prepared the ground and lifted the tree. Encloses an inscription to post for the tree. ER-14, p. 165","A.L.S. Richmond. Would like to buy the Mary Washington bell from Mrs. Johnson, but the Association for Virginia Antiquities cannot pay the high price requested for it. W-822","A.L.S. New York. Has searched through papers of Washington's executors.  Prepared to sell lot of several thousand items for $5000.  Will give MVLA first choice if they desire the items. W-13","A.L.S. New York. Thinks Mr. Havemeyer would allow her to copy the papers he bought which he intends to give to Mount Vernon.  Had the deed to Dogue Run Farm.  Quotes price on the Martha Washington bible.  Sale of books and 50 Washington letters to be held in Philadelphia in January. AA-12","Audley. List of 24 books purchased and note of authenticity by H.L.D. Lewis \"I hereby certify that the foregoing articles are from the Estate of Genl. George Washington \u0026 from the Estate of his nephew \u0026 last surviving Executor Maj. Lawrence Lewis.\"  AA-12","A.L.S. Craigie House, Cambridge. Pleased with list of books purchased for Mount Vernon library. AA-12","A.L.S. on letterhead. New York. Sorry MVLA cannot raise funds to buy Washington bible.  If he can, he will also donate two Washington ledgers to the MVLA valued at $500.","A.L.S. on letterhead. New York. Cannot seek out someone to buy the Washington bible from him to give to the MVLA.  Better if the MVLA seeks out its own donor.  Asking $325.","A.L.S. Williamsburg, VA. Has a book originally owned by Washington.  If the MVLA is unable to purchase it, he will sell to Boston Athenaeum.  Encloses description of the book. Offers it to MVLA for $100.","A.L.S. New York. No success in Philadelphia sale.  Prices high, but sorry he did not bid more.  Hearst's man was bidding, so he \"gave up in despair.\"  Itemizes his bids.  Will turn over his Washington deeds at $100 each. AA-12","A.L.S. New York. Sent \"Washington book\" to Mount Vernon.  To be a larger sale of Washingtoniana at Philadelphia in April.  Thinks \"these crazy prices\" will not last.  AA-12","A.L.S. New York. Re Jackson item bought by Hearst.  Last sale of Washington books was in 1876, sold at $3.50 to $6.50 as your catalogue shows.  Itemizes some prices.  Has sold deeds to Mount Vernon. AA-12","A.L.S. Smithville, VA. Has Gilbert Stuart portrait of Mr. Giles, painted near time of Stuart's \"Washington.\"  Says  he permits Bowen to place it on market for $100.","A.L.S. Walton, Georgia. Holds scarf pin given by Washington to her grandmother. Full description of the article.","A.L.S. Bladensburg. Is the MVLA interested in the purchase of Mrs. Annie Johnson's Mary Washington dinner bell? W-822","A.L.S. Baltimore. Offers Mary Washington dinner bell to the MVLA for $500.  Will send the bell to Mount Vernon for their inspection if they wish.  She can prove it's authenticity. W-822","A.L.S. Authorizes bids on MVLA account for Washington relics.","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Re high prices and believes buying was done by Mr. Hearst.  Mirror went up to $495. W-102, W-106","Copy. Certificate by Jane Chester Cunningham for the authenticity of a Ball family vase given to the MVLA. \"From the Old Knickerbocker Homestead, Presented by Mrs. Abram Kinckerbocker.\" M-493","A.L.S. Dalton, Georgia. Asks $7000 for Washington scarf pin.  Asks Ladies to assist her in selling it if not interested themselves.","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Sends bill of purchase for Washington sale. W-102, W-106","Copy of certificate of authenticity by Lawrence Washington. W-83","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Received a check for $585.  Reports on a letter offered and the bidders. Procuring a table and mirror owned by Washington when in Philadelphia. It was exhibited at the old Peale Museum. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Sturgis, Michigan. Has a bell-pull given to him by someone who took it from Mount Vernon.  On a recent visit he saw similar one there and wishes to return it. W-1118","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Has purchased a piano stool with MVLA stock via their request. W-56","A.L.S. Her aunt was offered $20,000 for the pin or brooch which Washington apparently presented to Nellie Brown.  Asks Mrs. Laughton to make an offer and she will consider it.","Certificate sworn by Richard B. Washington, brother of John Augustine Washington III,  that the sword given by John Augustine Washington to Lawrence Washington was a George Washington original. W-83 A and B","Copy. Re the death of Mrs. Halsted and her eulogy.  Cites her many contributions to the Lafayette Room and to the whole Mansion.  Also her untiring devotion and loyalty to the MVLA.","A.L.S. Re the mirror and table that belonged to Washington while in Philadelphia.  Mirror with mahogany and gilt frame, glass unbroken. Owner is the  granddaughter of Charles Wilson Peale, previously exhibited in the old Peale Museum.  She also owns a tea caddy.  Finds it difficult to secure interview with Miss North re item 9 in her letter. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Amies will sell tea caddy for $35.  It is oval, fancy inlaid wood on front lid.  Thinks it is made of satin wood.  Washington gave it to Charles Wilson Peale.  Refers to securing table and mirror. W-102, W-106","Note by Alrerda Amies. \"This is to certify that in order to preserve this tea cady by my order the hinges and catch were put on about thirty three years ago.\"","Printed certificate. No. 169. Saint Paul Auxiliary to the Mount Vernon Association. This certifies that Urban Zirkleback ist the owner of one share(s) of the Capital Stock of the Mount Vernon Association full paid and non-assessable. Rebecca Flandrau, Vice Regent.\" Five cents.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re packing furniture and sending tea caddy.  Sends drawing of the mirror and table, measurements are accurate, glass intact, to be re-silvered. Describes the frame. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Delighted the MVLA secured the table and mirror.  Mrs. Amies thanks you.  Sends affidavit for tea caddy. W-102, W-106","Signed by Alrerda Amies. Embossed and signed by Notary Public John G. Ford.","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Called on Mrs. Amies and gave her some money in advance on items for Mount Vernon.  Names the prices and goods being packed. Affidavits will be made. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. The MVLA is unable to provide funds to help purchase portions of historic Valley Forge.  The do give moral support. She suggests that the state legislature of Pennsylvania might help.  What has happened to the Valley Forge Association?","From Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Mr. Howard Nece. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Sent mirror and table to Mount Vernon.  Sorry you were not pleased with tea caddy. W-102, W-106","Certificate of authenticity by Alrerda Amies for the mirror which belonged to George Washington and was in his house in Philadelphia.  Provides provenance for items. Embossed and signed by John G. Ford.","A.L.S. Ann Arbor. Re purchase of Washington mirror, furniture ordered for Mrs. Washington's parlor, writing desk, Smyrna rug, curtains, set of Chippendale furniture, and two arm chairs upholstered in Louis XVI damask. W-102, W-106","Offers for sale a desk or bureau that belonged to George Washington. Broad writing lab with drawers underneath, below this a center cupboard and drawers on either side. Give history of the desk and asks $1000 for it.","Certificate of authenticity for the \"engraving of Louis XVI which, with the frame, was presented to Gen. Geo. Washington by Louis XVI…\"  inherited from John Augustine Washington by Lawrence Washington. A-148","Certificate of authenticity for a sword which belonged to George Washington and was chosen by his nephew Major George Lewis who had second choice by the will. Identified as inauguration sword. Signed by Henry Howell Lewis. W-84","A.L.S. Tells of Mrs. Laughton's passing - Mrs. Townsend was there when she died. Talks of her last conversations with Mrs. Laughton and her illness. Mrs. Sweat left her book of poetry at Mrs. Townsend's while visiting. She did not know Mrs. Sweat had such talent to write poems.","A.L.S. Edgewood. Pays tribute to the Regent, Mrs. Laughton, who died recently.  Discusses calling Grand Council. Does not want control left in the hands of Superintendent only until June. Doubts if financial committee has authority to disburse funds.  Possibility of seventh clause of the Constitution, electing a \"President pro tem.\"  Will vote for whatever seems best for Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hudson solicits opinions of the \"original\" Vice Regents. ER-4, p. 276","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria. Re death of Mrs. Laughton. Unwise to hasten election of new Regent.  Wrote Mr. Riggs and Superintendent Dodge asking if she could do anything as Chairman of Finance Committee as Regent held all the powers of handling money \"we consented because she was on the ground and did it well,\" but they should pass a bylaw before electing a new Regent providing financial authority in interim between death of a Regent and election of another.  Suggests Mrs. Townsent for Regent. She had been intimate with Mrs. Laughton and is a capable leader. Mrs. Walker could also be considered but will \"acquiesce to majority.\"  Everything is in prosperous condition. ER-18, p. 279","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria. Re election of new Regent after death of Mrs. Laughton. The bylaws need addition on this subject. Possible method of voting in this emergency. ER-18, p. 278","Call to Grand Council in Washington on  December 2. Issued after death of Regent.  Signed by Vice Regents Walker, Sweat, Ball, Comegys, Washington, Hudson and Townsend. ER-18, p. 280","A.L.S. Office of the Governor of Virginia. Re death of the Regent, Mrs. Laughton.  Praises her excellent work as Regent. ER-4, p. 49","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Re meeting called for appointment of the new Regent.  Favors Mrs. Townsend.  Asks if other business will be transacted, if voting by proxy is permitted and suggests appointment of new committee on bylaws. ER-11, p. 186","A.L.S. Expects to attend Council next week.  Approves election of Mrs. Townsend for Regent and gives reasons for same. ER-14, p. 133","Publication - \"Kate Field's Washington\" newspaper, Vol. 4 with short article about Lily Laughton. RM-193, NEWS-2954","Receipt for $100 paid for a chair formerly belonging to Martha Washington. ER-19, p. 207","A.L.S. Secured from Reverend Smith, his assistant, the purchase money for the chair sold by the venerable Lucy Harrison, pensioner of the Church of Ascension during the past 19 years. It was kind of Mrs. Hearst to pay such a liberal price.  Mrs. Sweat states that Mrs. Hearst obtained proper certificate for the little wooden chair which stood by Washington's death bed with open bible on it from which Martha Washington read aloud.  History of chair authenticated and old black serving woman's reputation established.  Receipt for $100 signed by Augustine J. Smith, Jr. assistant minister. ER-19, p. 205","Print copy. RM-53, PS-2061","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $321.65. Forty dollars belongs to Pohick Church endowment fund.  Encloses report of Detroit Mount Vernon Society.  ER-18, p. 105","A.L.S. Unanimous thanks voted by Council for the loan of the sword given by General Washington to his nephews. W-85","\"List of Plants, Shrubs, etc. Grown at Mt. Vernon, and Sold for the Benefit of the Place.\"  Fourteen different categories are outlined.  All inquires to be addressed to \"Franklin A. Whelan, Mt. Vernon (on the Potomac), Fairfax County, Virginia.\" RM-131, MS-2363","A.L.S. with typed transcription. Gift to Mount Vernon through Mrs. Sweat of two chairs bought at sale of Mrs. Judge Rogers of Baltimore, as having been part of the set formerly owned by Samuel Chase. ER-19, p. 201","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plans of the Mansion drawn by Theophilus Chandler, architect. RM-912, ER-5443","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plans of the Mansion drawn by Theophilus Chandler, architect. RM-913, ER-5444","Print reproduction of the written lyrics for \"My Country 'Tis of Thee.\" S.F. Smith. \"This autograph March 13, 1895\"","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends Mrs. Ames, the new Vice Regent for Rhode Island, a copy of the minutes of 1894, 1895 and the Annual Report.  Asks that she take possession of Mrs. Chace's Mount Vernon papers.","A.L.S. Providence. He has gone though Mrs. Chace's papers and destroyed most of them. ER-5, p. 183","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Restoration of the garden walls and fences. RM-459, MS-3561","Note written by Susan Hudson about Mary Goodrich, past Vice Regent for Connecticut.","Note written by Susan Hudson on the need to publish past Council minutes that were never published because very little information exists regarding those meetings.","Copy of a note written by Mrs. Townsend regarding restoration of the n the \"New York Quarters.\"","Printed notice to attend Grand Council.","A.L.S. She is to make a list of all gifts to the MVLA by or through the Vice Regents. Also a complete list of all restorations.  Wishes to have list from Mrs. Sweat and one of her predecessors, Mrs. Little, of all gifts by or through Maine.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sorry Mrs. Sweat unable to attend Grand Council.  Mr. Dodge has done much at Mount Vernon since last Council.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Briefly informs her of proceedings of the MVLA Council.  Parliamentary report of Mrs. Sweat adopted almost in total. Bylaw governing Rules of Order adopted.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Brief report of Grand Council. Visitors to Mount Vernon at Council time. Discusses Mr. Dodge and his work and health.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Missed Mrs. Sweat at Council.  Praises her for her work with the Maine records.  Notes that a General Krops wishes to give a chair for the Maine Room.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Cochran Hotel. The MVLA Council wishes to know the history of the title of Mount Vernon from the time it first came into possession of the English crown. RM-524, ER-4309","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Miss Ward to place letters of Miss Cunningham, Miss Tracy, and Mrs. Hudson into scrapbooks.  Hopes to get all done this year.  Wonders what is best way to go about it all. ER-11, p. 186","Typescript copy. Asks if she wishes her report to be printed in the minutes in full or in part.  Prefers herself to do it in part for reasons of space.","Typescript copy. Wishes to see Ohio subscribers listed in full in the report.  Lists several corrections she desires before minutes are put into final form.","Typescript copy. Apologies but report has gone to the printer and changes cannot now be made.","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Filed in book of Miss Tracy's letters, October 1, 1860 - September 1861, mostly to Ann Pamela Cunningham, some to Mrs. Comegys and others, drafts, etc.  Had one of Mrs. Sweat's books for an example. ER-11, p. 187","A.L.S. England. Had rug removed from Illinois Room.  Mrs. Barry did nothing toward furnishing Illinois Room. Mrs. Leiter spent \"several thousand dollars\" on furnishings including engravings, rug, Lafayette chair, (globe and spinet were in room when she took it). Rare old cashmere rug cost $500. ER-18, p. 107","Typescript copy. Corrections cannot be made. Sends her printed list of all Ohio subscribers for distribution.  Mrs. Abney removed as Vice Regent of Ohio because had left the state and because she missed Grand Council.","Typescript copy. Defense of her own position regarding correction of the Report and her now former position as Vice Regent of Ohio.","Typescript copy. Continues defense of her own position in difference with Mrs. Hudson.","Memoirs or reminiscences of Virginia Watson Campbell on Ann Pamela Cunningham and the early MVLA. Written by request of Mrs. Hudson of the Records Committee.  Describes Miss Cunningham's first interest in Mount Vernon, developed from her mother's description of it. The first appeals and her meeting with Edward Everett. Notes by Mrs. Hudson included in folder. ER-4, p. 6-11","In writing of Margaret Sweat. Re the matter of giving the Financial Report at Councils.","A.L.S. Burlington, New Jersey. Has possession of the cast of the face of George Washington.  Was presented by Lorenzo Lewis to Mrs. Boyer's grandfather.  Must sell it for financial reasons.  Is one of original three made by Houdon, she claims.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re  colonial Virginia kitchens which might bear on the restoration of the Mount Vernon kitchen.  Advises the Regent to visit an early kitchen at Eastville, Virginia. AA-4","A.L.S. Rowe, the mayor of Fredericksburg, VA. Re Mary Washington dinner bell and its succession of owners after her effects were sold. W-822","A.L.S. Re furnishing the kitchen which Mr. Dodge was restoring.  Has oak table and chairs for Mount Vernon. Advises as to the best type of clock to have in 18th century kitchen. AA-4","1) Receipted bill for $1.50 for the repair of a smoke jack to be used in the newly restored family kitchen. 2) Bill for the shipment of three barrels from New York.  Receipted bill for $2.30. 3) Receipt for $21.25 for full payment to Jesse Murray for constructing kitchen dressers at Mount Vernon. 4) Receipted bill for $35 for hinges, andirons, spits, chain wheels, shovel and tongs for used in newly restored family kitchen. 5) Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore Railroad Company to Harrison H. Dodge, a bill for the freight of 510 pounds of furniture at a cost of $8.32, receipted.","Typescript copy. Memorial by Margaret Sweat.","A.L. incomplete letter. Washington, D.C. From a Cunningham descendant. Sees newspaper clipping of tablet erected to Ann Pamela Cunningham and writes of family ancestry, coat of arms, and spelling of name. ER-11, p. 180","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Re the will of his grandfather, John Quincy Adams. W-447 (Historic Manuscripts collection)","A.L.S. Writes to inquire if they may keep the framed deed of land of Augustine Washington which included Mount Vernon. Some members of Council thought the asking price too high, but it is very important to them. Would he consider changing the price. RM-524, ER-4311","Note by Clarence Cunningham, Rosemont. In regards to the spelling of the name Cunningham. ER-11, p. 181","Draft note commending the work of Charles Sprague Sargent at Mount Vernon. RM-1125, ER-5809","Typescript signed. To the Editor of the Ladies Home Journal. Has read Dean's Second Romance of Mount Vernon in February issue. Tells how as a child in 1858, he met Miss Cunningham in Richmond, became interested in Mount Vernon, visited the schools twice a week and obtained subscriptions for $1500.  Describes how Miss Cunningham had him kneel while she laid a sword across his shoulders, saying \"Rise Sir Knight of Mount Vernon.\" ER-14, p. 195","Typescript signed. Newbury, Vermont. Glad to hear he enjoyed her novel \"Joy Street.\" RM-1024, MS-5653","Draft letter signed. Discusses her brother's interpretation of the MVLA's charter and the building of a new road, railway, etc. ER-11, p. 129. Undated 001.","Draft letter signed. Discusses publication of MVLA reports, statements, etc. Resignation of Mrs. Little and appointment of Mrs. Pickens. ER-1, p. 237. Undated 002.","Draft letter signed. Laments she is too feeble to knit or work more with her hands to help others, especially toward raising money to help now destitute southern families. Discusses poor conditions of the south. Low visitation at Mount Vernon where she is depressed and feels she is not being helpfult to anyone. Briefly mentions attempting to get money from Congress. ER-1, p. 271. Undated 003.","Draft letter with news clipping re the sale of Washington's cane and spy glass purchased for the MVLA and to be gifted to Edward Everett in appreciation of his work for Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 93. Undated 004.","A.L.S. Discusses the publication of her letter to John Augustine Washington and comments by Mrs. Hale on the subject. ER-1, p. 23. Undated 005","Draft letter signed. Not addressed to Gilmer but thought to be written to him. Discusses the worries and efforts she has experienced in creating the Ladies Association. Mentions her mother wanting the Association to be only for southern ladies. ER-1, p. 11. Undated 006","A.L.S. Describes plans to approach John Augustine Washington concerning their efforts to raise money for Mount Vernon. Says \"a lady could do what would be denied a gentleman - especially if it be to speak for her sex on such a subject too!\" ER-1, p. 13. Undated 007.","A.L.S. Discusses efforts on behalf of the Mount Vernon cause and in the Virginia legislature. ERL-31. Undated 008.","A.L.S. Re updates to something Pellet wrote for Miss Cunningham. Thanks her for enclosed letters. ER-1, p. 69. Undated 009.","A.L.S. Received her letter regarding Coupon Bonds. References a letter from Edward Everett who praises her and all their efforts. Give her list of influential people to write to on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 77. Undated 010.","Draft letter signed. Discusses general business of the Association, several ladies she has selected as Vice Regents, and Miss Hamilton's efforts for the cause. ER-11, p. 119. Undated 011.","Draft. Discusses how to best approach John Augustine Washington concerning Mount Vernon, his dislike of the publication of stories and letters about Mount Vernon so far, and his desire to sell to Virginia. ER-11, p. 9. Undated 012.","Draft to Sarah Tracy with a letter fragment from Sarah Tracy to Miss Cunningham. Discusses their current circumstances, Ann Pamela Cunningham on her plantation and Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 183. Undated 013.","Draft. Written during or just after the war. Mentions an \"air bed\" for Council, they are made in Philadelphia. ER-1, p. 275. Undated 014.","Draft. Dated January 27, no year. She is pleased with Mrs. Sweat as Vice Regent of Maine and wishes she were closer to Washington so they could meet and talk more. Says there is only $107 in the MVLA treasury and they are not receiving enough from visitors, wharfage, etc. They are in debt to Mr. Herbert, Miss Tracy, and others. They have only 25 acres of land in cultivation for their needs. Visitors are destructive and this requires men to watch over certain areas of the estate. Even ivory from the keys of Nelly's harpsichord have been broken off. Discusses necessity of lobbying Congress for reimbursement of funds. Very costly to keep Mount Vernon in good repair as Washington left it. ER-11, p. 157. Undated 015.","Draft. Re amount of bond payment. Says Council will be held only once a year or when the Regent feels it is necessary. This should make it more convenient for him to attend. ER-11, p. 55. Undated 016.","Draft. Dated October 22. Holds her in high esteem from their acquaintance while living on Spruce Street, but she has heard a rumor that Mrs. Davenport is telling people the money collected for the fund will not actually be spent on Mount Vernon. Cannot believe this rumor but wants to hear directly from her. ER-11, p. 97. Undated 017.","Draft letter signed. Philadelphia, the 9th. Discusses Mr. Washington's reactions to the press he is receiving and his letters being published. Also, Mr. Everett's work for Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham assures him it is all a misunderstanding and there is no reason to stop their negotiations for Mount Vernon. Also assures him Mr. Everett is working on their behalf. ER-11, p. 6. Undated 018.","Draft. Thanks them for the invitation to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania's meeting and lecture of Edward Everett on the character of Washington. Accepts their offer. ER-1, p. 88. Undated 019.","Drafts of two or three letter. Writing very faint. One letter to an unknown recipient regarding the hiring of a secretary. Letter on reverse, probably written by Ann Pamela Cunningham for her mother to Governor Gist, asks that he relieve his plantation manager to come work at Rosemont as they are having a very difficult time finding good employees since the emancipation. Another small note signed APC addressed to Mr. Calhoun at bottom of the Gist letter. ER-11, p. 29. Undated 020.","Draft. Says he must have seen by now the publications in newspapers discussing the group of ladies interested in preserving Mount Vernon. Asks that he be supportive, especially in helping them to remember the details of Mount Vernon while Washington was alive. ER-11, p. 41. Undated 021.","Draft letter signed. Discusses his tour of lectures. ER-1, p. 124. Undated 022.","Small draft note signed. Asks him to give all money donated collected by Godey's Lady's Book for the Mount Vernon fund be given to Sarah Tracy. ER-1, p. 215. Undated 023.","Draft. Seeks financial advice from him. Tells of her current situation since the war ended. Congratulates him on recent successes. ER-11, p. 140. Undated 024.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary and copied extract of letter to Mr. Meninger of Charleston, South Carolina. Informs him of a science book written by Mrs. Francis Fogg which has been approved by esteemed men and which Mrs. Fogg would like to be used in public and private school classrooms. Draft ER-10, p. 202, and extract ER-1, p. 106. Undated 025.","Draft in the hand of a secretary. Discusses the agreement between the MVLA and Mr. Washington, payments to him, the title for the land, and how the original plan for the Association was to give the title to Virginia after purchase. ER-12, p. 163. Undated 026.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Miss Cunningham is sorry she has not corresponded with Mrs. Greenough recently and apologizes for the misunderstanding that led her to believe Miss Cunningham wanted her to resign. The Vice Regent position is for life and assures her this is not true. ER-12, p. 165. Undated 027.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. The previous Vice Regent for Pennsylvania (Lily Macalester) is resigning and Miss Cunningham would like the recipient to consider stepping in as the new Vice Regent. Asks her to keep this offer confidential as other ladies will be less likely to accept if they know someone else declined first. Ultimately, Lily Macalester Berghmans Laughton remains in the position of Vice Regent. ER-11, p. 121. Undated 028.","Draft letter in writing of secretary. Miss Cunningham apologizes for not responding to her letter of resignation sooner. She understands the difficulties Mrs. Sibley has had in Minnesota and why she wants to resign, but begs her to reconsider. Recounts similar difficulties for the Vice Regent of Illinois. ER-11, p. 236. Undated 029.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary, probably Sarah Tracy. Miss Cunningham is very disappointed that Mrs. Lee did not accept the appointment as Vice Regent of Maryland. She asks her to reconsider and describes how other Vice Regents use Lady Managers to help them with fundraising in remote areas. ER-11, p. 211. Undated 030.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Apologizes that he is not happy with the contract she sent for him to sign. She is committed to making a contract that is suitable for all parties and wants him to be satisfied. Wishes she was not so ill and could meet to discuss with him in person.\nER-11, p. 166. Undated 031.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Says she appreciates the help of the \"brilliant orator from Tennesee\" but cannot commit to having him perform around the country. She would need the backing of people in all cities around the country and she does not have that much influence. Even Edward Everett has had trouble filling seats in his lectures. If the lectures failed, it would look bad for the Association. She goes on to describe fundraising efforts. ER-10, p. 131. Undated 032.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Writes in reference to the recent news of the MVLA's signed agreement with John Augustine Washington III. Defends certains aspects of the agreement. ER-1, p. 97","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Thanks him profusely for his service to Mount Vernon and discusses funds raised by his lectures. Recounts Miss Cunningham's efforts also on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 99. Undated 034.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary, dictated from Miss Cunningham's \"sick bed.\" Discusses Miss Cunningham's ill health and the efforts of Edward Everett for Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 45. Undated 035.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Has written to Miss Macalester about his proposal to lecture in Philadelphia on his paintings of Washington and she has responded favorably. ERL-34. Undated 036.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Discusses how much money for the Mount Vernon fund should be raised by the states. Says \"It has ever been the hope of Miss C. to make the Association the means of developing \u0026 increasing teh remembrance of Washington and his virtues, \u0026 of keeping his example so much before the youth of our own, \u0026 of future generations as to promise not only that his memory shall create a strong bond of Union between the States, but also promote a higher standard of public virtue in our citizens \u0026 rulers.\" ER-11, p. 217. Undated 037.","Two drafts of the same letter in writing of a secretary. Congratulates him on a his portrait of Washington being placed in the Senate Chamber in Jefferson City, Missouri. This inspired the Missouri legislature to make a donation to the Mount Vernon fund. Thanks him for his influence to help Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 95. Undated 038.","Draft in writing of a secretary. Addressed to \"Dear madam\" thanking her for the contributions to the Mount Vernon fund collected by the Hebrew women of Cincinnati. Mentions Dr. Lilienthal of Cincinnati and his help. ER-11, p. 99. Undated 039.","Draft letter in the writing of a secretary. States no independent organization or aid society can be created or appointed by a state for the purpose of fundraising under the MVLA. Everything must be done under the national association. ER-1, p. 103. Undated 040.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. In regards to the involvement of ladies from the District of Columbia, specifically wives and daughters of politicians. ERL-64. Undated 041.","Draft in writing of a secretary. Has received her husband's letter regarding her ill health and her insistance that she must resign as Vice Regent despite Miss Cunningham asking her to reconsider. She regrettfully accepts the resignation. ER-11, p. 233. Undated 042.","Draft written on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Thanking the Lodge for their efforts and support. ER-10, p. 133. Undated 043.","A.L.S. August 25. Reports that her correspondence with Mrs. Morse had suspended because Miss Cunningham hired a private secretary. It was impossible for one secretary to do all correspondence of the Association and Miss Cunningham. Updates her on Washington portraits and Devereux and Co. ER-439. Undated 044.","A.L.S. Richmond, March 1. Discusses Washington portraits and says that one order sent to her has not yet been filled by Devereux and Co. She continues to receive orders for more and worries they will take too long to receive. Says Governor Wise does not recognize their amendment to the Act of Incorporation. ER-16, p. 249. Undated 045.","Draft. Post war discussion. Hopes her letters to Miss Cunningham finally reach her. Doesn't understand why they are not getting to her. Sorry she is not able to find a maid but thinks more \"negroes\" will return to their past work soon. Says to write as soon as she receives the letter. ER-16, p. 295. Undated 046.","A.L.S. Discusses list of contributors and a letter written by Mr. Everett. ER-14, p. 193. Undated 047.","A.L.S. Encloses a letter and donations for the Mount Vernon fund. Sends a Richmond paper that tells of Mr. Bennett who would like to sell pictures for the Mount Vernon fund. Says she cannot authorize this without the Miss Cunningham's approval. Madame Le Vert is visiting Captain Myers and was the most fashionable lady at a recent ball. ER-16, p. 428. Undated 048.","Handwritten note dated June 22 (probably 1859). \"Miss C. will not go South if she can help it - my Christian charity - leads me to think she is delaying her departure, in hopes father will die before she can get off, and she she [sic] will be obliged to go to Cape May that sea air may revive her drooping spirits\" MSS-684. Undated 049.","Incomplete draft, page 2. Concerns Alice Nisbet's (Nesbit's?) impression of Miss Cunningham. Says her opinion can be trusted, she is mature and a lady. MSS-688. Undated 050.","Note by Sarah Tracy, also with monetary sums probably in writing of John Augustine Washington III. Miss Cunningham will take \"the safe you speak of\" and wants it sent up as soon as possible. She plans to leave tomorrow. ERL-62. Undated 051.","A.L. Opposes sale of Washington medallions on steamboat as it will cut down sale of some items on the Mount Vernon grounds. Has alerted Mr. Van Riswick but nothing has yet been done about it. Undated 052.","A.L. Requests that he help stop boats from the Navy Yard from docking at Mount Vernon. They are having trouble regulating visitors and would like only their contracted boat to stop at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 110. Undated 053.","A.L.S. Reports that Mrs. Connors has returned from her travels to Vancouver and was surprised to see no MVLA correspondence or Mount Vernon Records upon her arrival. Asks if she should forward copies of the Mount Vernon Record to her. ER-16, p. 14. Undated 054.","A.L.S. Mr. Devereux wants more names for the Mount Vernon Record and becomes \"slightly alarming\" when he does not have them. Asks for Miss Tracy to forward a few names if \"that white dress has not engrossed all her time.\" ER-16, p. 20. Undated 055.","A.L.S. Thought Miss Cunningham would have arrived there already. Mr. Devereux keep asking for names and wants to discuss entries for June. She will not stay in her present position with the MVLA after June. ER-16, p. 21. Undated 056.","Draft. Asks him to wait before withdrawing funds as Miss Cunningham wants to consult with Mr. Cooke. ER- 16, p. 50. Undated 057.","A.L.S. Updates Miss Cunningham on Mrs. Eve's health. ER-16, p. 165. Undated 058.","A.L.S. Thanks Mrs. Hudson for her kind words. Discusses Washington relics belonging to the Lee family that Mrs. Lee had placed in the Patent Office. ER-4, p. 90. Undated 059.","A.L.S. Sends her a note to include in the next issue of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-13, p. 8. Undated 060.","A.L.S. Has looked through Miss Cunningham's papers but cannot find the original letter about her settlement with Miss Tracy. Encloses a copy. ER-13, p. 12. Undated 061.","A.L.S. Providence, July 19. Discusses banks for storing funds. ERL-51. Undated 062.","A.L.S. Providence, April 3. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to send her a plat with descriptions of the \"George Washington tea room\" which is to become the Rhode Island Room. ER-5, p. 175. Undated 063.","A.L.S. Providence, May 2. Received Mrs. Halsted's note asking to postpone work at Mount Vernon until after Council. She concurs and has received his letter. ER-5, p. 176. Undated 064.","A.L.S. Providence, May 14. Accepts the proposal from the carpenter he asked Mrs. Halsted to forward to her. Approves and asks that he start right away. Asks about coat of arms for the door. ER-5, p. 177. Undated 065.","Draft. \"Communicated.\" The MVLA of Delaware formally thanks the Masons of Delaware for their support of the Mount Vernon fund. Promotes the Mount Vernon Record for anyone interested in the work of the MVLA. ER-17, p. 41. Undated 066.","A.L.S. February 8. Encloses an appeal her daughter Anna wrote years ago in support of Mount Vernon which she only recently discovered. ER-11, p. 232.","Fragment of a letter. Discusses a picture sent to Mr. Hollingsworth to be hung at Mount Vernon and the coat of arms for a door. ER-17, p. 232. Undated 068.","A.L.S. Encloses a sample of oak wood \"carpeting\" she wishes to have laid on the floor of her room at Mount Vernon. Enclosure no longer with the letter. ER-17, p. 248. Undated 069.","A.L.S. Nashville, October 31. Discusses funds raised from the Ladies Fair and sent to Mr. Riggs. She has a box of \"articles\" ready to send to Miss Cunningham or she can try to sell them. ERL-32. Undated 070.","A.L.S. Nashville, January 18. Thanks Mr. Lossing profusely for the gift of his beautiful publication on Washington and Mount Vernon. She will promote his book wherever she can. ER-1232, R-381. Undated 071.","A.L.S. Nashville, September 23. Three ladies have aided in raising $200 which she has forwarded and would like to ensure the amount will be reported in the Record. ER-10, p. 124. Undated 072.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Discusses the box of articles sold at the Ladies Fair and other fundraising for the Mount Vernon fund. ER-10, p. 235. Undated 073.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses money raised, the Ladies Fair, sale of portraits, etc. ER-10, p. 243. Undated 074.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Raising of money and an ice cream festival. She has read the Harper's article and grows more dedicated to the Mount Vernon cause. ER-10, p. 255. Undated 075.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Discusses when to call Council. Donation of iron settees to Mount Vernon, she hopes to have their delivery be complimentary as well. Furnishing for the Mansion. Suggests she leave Mount Vernon duties to the Vice Regents for a year or so and enjoy her life. ER-8, p. 211. Undated 076.","Handwritten draft statement concerning the small amount of funds the MVLA has for repairs and the need for an endowment fund. ER-8, p. 183. Undated 077.","A.L.S. Draft. Regarding an article published in their newspaper, the Superintendent at Mount Vernon has confirmed it has to be a falsehood. ER-7, p. 125. Undated 078.","A.L.S. Gives brief account of the Peale album and relation to the painting Washington Before Yorktown. ER-7, p. 139. Undated 079.","Draft, incomplete. Discusses possibilities for the Hall (Central Passage) floor. Asks if Washington Before Yorktown painting is insured. ERL-36. Undated 080.","A.L. copy with note by Mrs. Sweat. Discusses the fire extinguishers for Mount Vernon and the possible purchase of more of them. ER-20, p. 117. Undated 081.","A.L. Copy. Spoke to Mr. Gardner (photographer) who said he would give the MVLA his negatives when they paid their bill. He also recommended Dr. Jouy as their next photographer. She approves of him as long as Mr. Corcoran and Mrs. Chace do as well. ER-20, p. 116. Undated 082.","A.L. Draft. Thanks them for contributions. Discusses fundraising efforts. ERL-52","A.L.S. Draft. Describes the MVLA's efforts for Mount Vernon, asks for assistance. Says \"It is the first object of national interest ever undertaken by the women of the United States, \u0026 it must always stand alone; a second Washington can scarcely be given to any nation.\" ERL-53. Undated 084.","Draft. The purchase of Mount Vernon by the Ladies' is probably known but it is now her duty to ask men of influence in New York to give toward this purchase. Discusses how they will be credited, etc. ERL-54. Undated 085.","A.L. Draft. Explains important role of Lady Managers and asks if she will accept this position in her town. ERL-55. Undated 086.","A.L. Draft. Thanking the accepted Lady Managers for their assistance. ERL-56. Undated 087.","A.L. Draft. Requests them to use their influence toward the goals of the MVLA. \"The plan which has been adopted must be carried out by the volunteer labor of women of energy \u0026 local influence throughout the state.\" ERL-57. Undated 088.","Draft. She agrees to let him host a concert for the benefit of Mount Vernon, but if expenses outweigh proceeds the MVLA cannot pay the difference. ERL-44. Undated 089.","Draft. Her uncle has recommended she write to him because of his interest in the Ladies' work. Asks for assistance. If New York does its part, the MVLA may have all the money to purchase Mount Vernon by February 1859. ERL-045. Undated 090.","Draft. Requests they meet on Tuesdays between 11 and 1 o'clock instead of monthly. Bring friends who are interested. ERL-28. Undated 091.","Multiple drafts of same letter. The purchase is complete and Mount Vernon belongs to the Ladies, but more work still needs to be done and more funds raised. ERL-29. Undated 092.","Draft. Tickets available for a benefit at the home of Mrs. Edward Cooper, with readings and \"tableaux\" with money given to Mount Vernon. ERL-30. Undated 093.","A.L.S. Raleigh, May 24. She is coming to Mount Vernon and wishes Mr. Hollingsworth to prepare things for her. ERL-46. Undated 094.","A.L.S. Baltimore, May 23. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to forward a letter for her sent to Mount Vernon. He will know soon who has been elected as the new Vice Regent for Georgia. ERL-47. Undated 095.","A.L.S. Postcard. November 13. Wishes to have photograph of the Tomb immediately.  Soon to sail for Europe. ERL-48. Undated 096.","A.L.S. Postcard. April 22. Carpets for Mount Vernon soon to arrive in Alexandria. ERL-49. Undated 097.","A.L.S. Postcard. May 12. Wishes to know whether carpets ever arrived at Mount Vernon. ERL-50. Undated 098.","A.L.S. June 19. The horrible truth behind their problems is that Miss Cunningham takes too much opium and whiskey. The sooner she leaves Mount Vernon the better for everyone. He should write freely to her. She was on the committee to hire him and is very appreciative of him. He should pick his own \"house\" on the estate. The McMakins have no rights to Mount Vernon except that the Regent wants them there. The other Vice Regents want them to leave as well. ER-18, p. 32. Undated 099.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Walker are requested to look through Miss Cunningham's papers, along with Mary Amarinthia Snowden not associated with the MVLA, and ascertain which are part of Association's business and separate them from personal papers. ER-17, p. 213. Undated 100.","A.L.S. She is beginning to question the existence of Mr. Devereux as she has sent him her list for the Mount Vernon Record to several locations and received no word from him. He need not fear her \"so apprehensively.\" ER-13, p. 63. Undated 101.","A.L.S. January 9, Craigie House, Cambridge. Will try to visit the Atheneaum soon. Would like to speak to him about how to \"fill the shelves\" at Mount Vernon and the books they should be acquiring for the purpose. MSS-610. Undate 102.","A.L.S. Tuesday 22nd. Thanks him for entertaining her friends that she sent to Mount Vernon. She does not mean to encroach on him or take advantage of his kindess. ER-14, p. 63. Undated 103.","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Discusses her opinions on the worsening condition of the estate and grounds. Has tried to explain to the press and others that Miss Cunningham suffers from poor health but it is true that Mount Vernon suffers. She should let the other Vice Regents deal more with the business of the estate. ERL-58. Undated 104.","A.L.S. Arlington Hotel. June 6. Is on her way home, but will stop briefly by Mount Vernon on Thursday to say \"how do you do.\" ERL-59. Undated 105.","A.L.S. Sunday evening. Did not go to Mount Vernon because the bad weather affected her rheumatism. She and Mrs. Eve must write to her about current events. ERL-60. Undated 106.","A.L.S. Friday evening. Today she is dining with a friend but she will visit Miss Cunningham tomorrow for as long as she likes. ERL-61. Undated 107.","A.L.S. She will visit her tomorrow unless it rains, then it will not be good for either of them to go out. ERL-39. Undated 108.","A.L.S. Her friend Mrs. Lockwood will be visiting and she should be treated as Mrs. Mitchell would be herself. She wishes Ms. McMakin would get an account book. Mrs. Lockwood can show her how to keep it if she would like. Undated 109.","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. July 15. Thanks her for her handling of recent situations. The older Vice Regents have born the brunt of everything. Miss Cunningham was good in some aspects but had no business sense. She prefers to have committees deal with Mount Vernon business and tried to tell Miss Cunningham so. Is glad it is all behind them and looks forward to the future. ER-18, p 251. Undated 110.","A.L.S. What does she think about the land excursion? Mr. Riggs does not think cards can be printed in time for it, but will proceed if she wishes. Does not know if she can attend the excursion if it proceeds but will help if she can. ER-22, p. 139. Undated 111.","A.L.S. Encloses a card to see if she approves. How many shall she make? ER-22, p. 129. Undated 112.","A.L.S. Discusss the Mount Vernon Record. Proposes that they build a Grecian temple for Washington's sarcophagus. MSS-769. Undated 113.","A.L.S. Monday, June 24. Thanks her for the letter and news from Council. Hollingsworth must be named \"Resident Secretary\" not Superintedent and take the McMakins' house for his own, then they will leave. Discusses committees, reports, and minutes. ER-12, p. 171. Undated 114.","Copy. December 13. Cannot support her petition to Congress because she is asking for too much money. ERL-41. Undated 115.","A.L.S. Portland, December 24. Discusses a petition to Congress for the endowment fund and the Lewis sale of Washington relics. ERL-40. Undated 116.","A.L.S. Washington, December 21. Thanks her and the other ladies who gave money to help her furnish the Maine Room at Mount Vernon. ERL-37. Undated 117.","Incomplete draft. Appreciates his letter concerning the efforts to preserve Valley Forge. Is flattered to be asked to help, but her duties for Mount Vernon are too consuming to take on anything else. ERL-26. Undated 118.","A.L.S. Portland, July 19. Thanks him for his opinion and understanding of the MVLA Act of Incorporation 1856 and 1858. Discusses merits of each. ER-17, p. 273. Undated 119.","A.L.S. September 2. Pleased to hear of the Regent's improved health. Understands her objection to nominating at one Council and confirming at next. Regrets the mistakes in reports, Minutes, amended Bylaws, charters, etc. especialy mistake about quorum which should be corrected at once. ER-18, p. 135. Undated 120.","Handwritten note. ERL-14. Undated 121.","Handwritten note. ER-20, p. 88. Undated 122.","A.L.S. Saturday, March 11. Albany, New York. Wishes information on how much money is needed to put Mount Vernon in perfect repair and is there an endowment fund. Would like her to also forward reports, minutes, etc. for her to get caught up on Mount Vernon business. ER-17, p. 256. Undated 123.","A.L.S. Atlantic City, March 23. Discusses her grandchildren and furnishings for the Mansion. ERL-35. Undated 124.","A.L.S. New York. Terrible winter weather this year. Discusses the new quarters being built, now they won't be disturbed by railroad crowds during their Council meetings. Updates her on news of the other Vice Regents. ERL-38. Undated 125.","A.L.S. July 13. Indignant that Mrs. Sweat suppressed resolutions in printed report for Mrs. Halsted at death of her husband.  Ladies now see mistake of written instead of printed Minutes, also proxy vote a blunder.  Hollingsworth retained, but it was a bitter fight.  This is a confidential letter.  Advises talking only to Mrs. Ball. ER-14, p. 119. Undated 126.","A.L.S. Record Office, May 18. Suggests she pay them draft for $240 rather than deduct $48. They will pay back the $48. ER-D-12. Undated 127.","A.L.S. Mrs. Little owes for portraits sold, they have not received the money from her yet. ER-D-58. Undated 128.","A.L.S. Saturday, 11 o'clock. No mail received today for anyone. Will send up copies of \"Record\" at 3 o'clock. Her father's convalesence. ER-D-91. Undated 129.","A.L.S. Saturday morning. Hopes there will be no more delays in the Record. Miss Cunningham to please send draft by Monday. They are getting no orders for portraits, papers or anything else. ER-D-46. Undated 130.","A.L.S. Friday morning. Cape May Express has stopped running, so he had to drop his letter in the Post. ER-D-51. Undated 131.","A.L.S. Send down any additional \"copy\" for the June number so it can be got out. ER-D-107. Undated 132.","A.L.S. She sent more money than in her statement. Cost of checks deducted and returns the amount to her. Delivery of safe. ER-D-116. Undated 133.","A.L. Draft. No letters for Miss Cunningham and Devereux will not be able to see her until tomorrow morning with proofs of Record. Amounts of money given by West Point cadets came too late for insertion. Paragraph in June Record must explain this. ER-D-112. Undated 134.","A.L.S. Sends copy of address. Waiting for matter Miss Tracy said would be forthcoming in a day or two. On reverse are notations for a letter to George Devereux, also a note beginning \"Mr. Devereux wished to have the Record as his own property….\" ER-D-120. Undated 135.","A.L.S. Will wait for notice of Mrs. Chesnut. Sends copies of press notices. Sixteen pages are full. Account of excursion will go in. ER-D-121. Undated 136.","A.L.S. Received letter enclosing paragraphs from Washington papers. Dr. Mackinzie delivered lecture at Morristown for benefit of fund. He tries to let people know that collection will be needed for support of Mount Vernon when property comes into hands of Association. The \"Press\" and Dr. Mackinzie have been warm friends of the Association. Thinks Miss Cunningham should write to Dr. Mackinzie to express appreciation for his services to the Association. ER-D-21. Undated 137.","A.L.S. Discusses parcels and a letter forwarded to Miss Cunningham. ER-D-26. Undated 138.","A.L.S. Encloses letters. Dr. Mackenzie's lecture postponed. ER-D-103. Undated 139.","A.L.S. Philadelphia, April 4. Sends her the book. Insufficiency of material in last Record, although he used everything he had. The fault is not his. Mrs. Blanding's parcels were not received. Sends her the \"Inquirer\" in its new and brilliant attire. ER-D-105. Undated 140.","A.L.S. His brother's sickness has delayed things. Miss Cunningham to look over article. All points she desired to be expressed are alluded to. Encloses poem by Mrs. Sigourney. ER-D-45. Undated 141.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Error in notice of \"Bartram Garden\" Festival to be remedied. Will be up with Records tomorrow.  ER-D-122. Undated 142.","A.L.S. Saturday. Regarding the publication of a letter. ER-22, p. 131. Undated 143.","A.L.S. Tuesday. Received Miss Tracy's note. Mrs. Riggs was on her way to visit but got turned back by the storm. Will try again to visit. ER-22, p. 133. Undated 144.","A.L.S. The band can accompany the party down to Mount Vernon, the only difficulty being that they finish in time to make it back. ER-22, p. 135. Undated 145.","A.L.S. Monday morning. Is detained today. Thinks she should give him the checks she has already collected. Hopes to meet with her later. ER-22, p. 137. Undated 146.","A.L.S. Reports on money received and paid out. ER-22, p. 117. Undated 147.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses possible new Vice Regents. Says she did all she could to help in New Hampshire and the north, but people are only giving money towards helping the \"suffering\" after the war. Perhaps Miss Cunningham should use her \"personal magnetism\" toward persuading Congress to give them money. Embarrassed that Mrs. Greenough has been so long abroad, but she has tried to help the cause as much as she can. ER-12, p. 159. Undated 148.","A.L.S. Discusses the hardships and strife brought by the Civil War.  The ingratitude of servants - negroes and Irish, foreigners who are in service, as Americans will not take domestic service jobs in New England. Mentions prospecitve new Vice Regents. Remains hopeful for the future of Mount Vernon. ER-12, p. 159. Undated 149.","A.L.S. December 27. Apologizes for forgetting to enclose the one dollar with her last letter, but encloses it now. She has been too ill to help much with the Mount Vernon cause, but hopes she can do more soon. \"This act of The women of America will carry their fame down to future ages as true patriots \u0026 I think_ cast some reflection on men as individual, \u0026 shame on the government.\" ER-12, p. 209. Undated 150.","A.L.S. Saturday. Has not received \"proof\" from Mr. Gaskill yet and asks what to do if she hears nothing. Has not been able to find a \"colored girl\" to suit Miss Cunningham's needs yet. ER-13, p. 258. Undated 151.","A.L.S. Thursday. Will be happy to help her with writing, but has guests at her house now she must see to. She will be at her disposal in a few days. Sorry she has been so ill. ER-13, p. 223. Undated 152.","Draft copy. One letter by Upton Herbert and one by Betsey Mason on reverse with other notations. Mrs. Mason describes the \"Banqueting Hall\" or New Room. ER-16, p. 202. Undated 153.","A.L.S. Asks her opinion about requesting Mr. Everett to give his lecture or host a celebration. She has only had luke warm reception to their cause and feels unequal to the task of persuading people to raise money. She will write for the newspapers and thinks this could be as beneficial as a celebration. ER-13, p. 86. Undated 154.","Draft copy. Hopes Mrs. Farnsworth will write soon with her hopes for Mr. Hale. ER-17, p. 191. Undated 155.","A.L. in pieces. Unknown author. Refers to correspondence of Miss Cunningham. ER-17, p. 233. Undated 156.","A.L.S. Waterproof, Louisiana, May 29. Accepts Lady Manager position for Tensas Parish and will do all she can for Mount Vernon. ER-440. Undated 157.","A.L.S. Lynchburg, December 6. Encloses a check for Mount Vernon. ER-23, p. 63. Undated 158.","A.L.S. Poolesville, Maryland. Encloses $54 for Mount Vernon. Will forward names for the Record later. Please forward to one of the Ladies who can forward the portraits. ER-23, p. 101. Undated 159.","A.L.S. New Orleans, February 27. Forwards three dollars. Please send portrait of Mr. Everett and more of Washington, she thinks she can sell them. ER-433. Undated 160.","A.L.S. Answering for his mother who is away. They have received the money she forwarded. ER-434. Undated 161.","A.L.S. Answering for his mother who is away. They received the money she forwarded. ER-435. Undated 162.","A.L.S. Donaldson, June 8. Mrs. Driffel could not help her raise money as her baby was ill, so she helped out instead. List and amounts raised enclosed. ER-437. Envelope with notes on Washington portraits by Mrs. Morse, ER-451. Undated 163.","A.L.S. Greenwood, July 14. Absence has made her late sending money raised. Forwards $25 for Mount Vernon. Hopes other women she appointed are having even better luck than she. ER-438. Undated 164.","A.L.S. Cambridge. From the Lady Manager of Middlesex County, Massachusetts. October 5. Has sent a package with books, circulars, etc. Let her know if she does not receive it. Hopes she has more luck than anticipated and says a lot of the public's questions can be answered using the publications she has sent. ERL-23. Undated 165.","A.L.S. Hotel Richmond, Washington, D.C. Forwards information on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and gives description of their efforts to preserve Washington's home. ERL-42. Undated 166.","Opinion requested by Ann Pamela Cunningham on the Association's purchase of Mount Vernon, the contract, and Mr. Washington's offer. ER-3, p. 123","A.L.S. Inquires if Miss Cunningham has thought to expand the Association's work into Canada as she knows a circle of people around Montreal who would be interested. Names Madame Papineau (Mrs. L.J.A. Papineau) as a possible manager for the MVLA. ER-8, p. 65. Undated 168.","Extract of a letter. Replying to Miss Johnson's letter of the 12th. Explains the title ownership of Mount Vernon since the 1600s. ER-9, p. 87. Undated 169.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses lectures and a possible Southern tour, but he cannot leave his family at this time. Heard from Mrs. Ritchie about Washington's cane and would love to accept it, but doesn't know if it will be good for appearances. ER-9, p. 129. Undated 170.","A.L.S. Discusses fundraising and recounts the first donation given in the state of Alabama by Mrs. Laura Pillens for $7.50. ER-10, p. 43. Undated 171.","A.L.S. Sunday evening. An accident prevents Mr. Mackenzie from publishing the appeal in \"The Press.\" He would be happy to write up a summary of its contents but cannot publish the whole article any time soon as space is currently being dedicated to politics and advertisements, not editorials. He supports their mission and admires their work, however. ER-10, p. 61. Undated 172.","A.L.S. Discusses money raised through Independence Hall. Has written to Mrs. Milward about what to do with the funds, but has not heard back from her. ER-10, p. 62. Undated 173.","Copy, extracts from writings by Sarah Tracy. Discusses funding and securities, she was unable to get Miss Cunningham to listen to her advice. Says how sad Miss Cunningham's life is but she would have loaned the money herself if she had been able to. ER-16, p. 131. Undated 174.","Autograph letter signed. Writing in regards to the disposition of some Washington relics.","Lists contributions to endowment, interest accumulated, and investments made.","Lists donations of money, relics, furnishings, etc.","Lists members, Lady Managers, and Advisory Board members along with record of meeting minutes.","Blank sample of a subscription book kept by Lady Managers in New York. Instructs the Lady Managers to return the book when finished collecting donations. Print appeal with information about the Lady Manager's duties, meetings, list of Ladies Standing Committee and Advisory Committee in the front pages.","Scrapbook, most likely kept by Mary Morris Hamilton as Vice Regent for New York, featuring news clippings, printed appeals, and printed leaflets. Includes letter printed in the New York Express in 1858 from Santa Claus to the \"Mount Vernon Pilgrim.\"","Address list for correspondence and copies of multiple letters 1888-1891.","Ledger with handwritten meeting minutes, 1864-1867. Account of money received and expenditures, 1860-1867.","Bound ledger, handwritten \"true copy\" of meeting minutes for Council, 1872-1877.","Lists expenditures for employees, supplies for the lunch table, and supplies for other areas around the estate. Some employees listed by name.","Number of boat passengers and amounts, 1872-1876. Number of road passes or road passengers, 1872-1876.","Includes copies of letters, printed appeals, and subscription lists.","News \"clippings on George Washington, Mount Vernon, and the Early History of Mount Vernon Association grouped by states.\" RM-228, CLIPS - 2712a","News \"clippings on George Washington, Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Association, Edward Everett, Bonner, W.L. Yancey, Appeals, Entertainments in various states to raise funds.\" RM-228, CLIPS - 2712b","Small bound book of quotes and notations in several different hands. Origins of the notebook are unknown. Mrs. Comegys is quoted as well as Petrarch and Dickens. A folded note in the back of the book quotes Miss Cunningham in regards to qualities of a Vice Regent. RM-319, MISC-2988","Reminsence of MVLA early history by Mrs. Walker; copies of letters by Mrs. Dickinson and Mrs. Walker, notes, appeal, copy of addendum to Miss Cunningham's will regarding her papers.","List of donations (furnishings, art, etc.) to Mount Vernon collected in the District of Columbia.","List of donations collected by Mrs. Sweat. Also includes names and addresses of Vice Regents, steamboat captains, Virginia Board of Visitors, etc.","Small book with list of subscriptions collected by Mrs. N.L. Hatfield of Philadelphia. Instructions for Lady Managers, appeal, and list of Advisory Committee members in the front of the book.","\"Contributions to the Mount Vernon Association and Expenses since April 1858 when the new organization went into effect, and the duties of Vice Regent for Virginia were assumed by Anna Cora Ritchie.\" List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Ritchie.","Scrapbook compiled by Mrs. Ritchie including news clippings, handwritten meeting notes, and letters. RL-5074","Subscriptions collected in Virginia by Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Pellet, includes an \"African Church.\"","Small notebook listing donations of items by the Connecticut Vice Regent, 1875-1887. Only the first few pages entries, other pages blank.","Only the first few pages have writing, concerns previous Vice Regents of Missouri money raised for Mount Vernon. Includes new clipping \"How they welcomed Henry of Prussia\" February 1902.","Financial reports and accounts for the year 1873. Copies of letters - to the Editor, to Mrs. Townsend, and others from Lily Macalester Laughton. Names, dates, and addresses of Vice Regents in the back of the volume and one news clipping on the charging of entrance fees. Many pages left blank.","\"This volume is compiled from original documents in th epossession of Mrs. Margaret J.M. Sweat, second Vice Regent for Maine, and its gives the history of the Vice Regency of Maine from 1858-1896. Letters to and from Miss Cunningham, appeals and clippinsgs and letters to and from many Vice Regents and the Secretaries to Miss Cunningham.\" Note - all original letters have been removed and placed in chronological order within the Early Records collection. Clippings, appeals, and notes written by Mrs. Sweat are still contained within this volume.","Letter copy book with extracts and hand-copied letters written by Miss Tracy and Miss Cunningham to Mrs. Comegys.","Small booklet of check stubs kept by Mrs. Sweat while Acting Regent.","Copy press letters from Ann Pamela Cunningham to various recipients, most to George W. Riggs. Fragile condition and difficult to read.","Original agreement for the purchase of Mount Vernon by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Signed by John Augustine Washington III and Ann Pamela Cunningham. Bound with decorative elements.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. Two copies of a photograph of George Washington's tomb taken from the front of the tomb.\nRP-6; St-3015\nRP-7; St-3023","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. Two copies of a photograph of George Washington's tomb taken from the side of the tomb.\nRP-4; St-3011\nRP-404; PHOTO-3711","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3012","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-694, PHOTO-4854","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3009","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3010","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","Cased photograph of Emma Read Ball. Note on the outer box reads in part \"Presented by Governor Peery on behalf of Mrs. Harry M. Smith, Jr., on Governor's Day, May 19, 1937.\" A-134","Cased photograph (probably a daguerrotype) of Lucy Pickens. Note on the outer box reads in part \"Re-photographed July 1935 for the album. Negative filed \u0026 photo held for Chairman Records.\"","Cased photograph showing a group of visitors in front of Washington's Tomb. Four men and two women visible, image is very dark.","Material can be reproduced for study or personal use upon written approval from library staff.","Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","Harper \u0026 Brothers","Cunningham, Ann Pamela, 1816-1875","Comegys, Margaret Douglass, 1816-1888","Tracy, Sarah, 1820-1896","Laughton, Lily Macalester Berghmans, 1832-1891","Chace, Abby Wheaton Pearce","Jeffrey, Rosa Vertner, 1828-1894","Hudson, Susan Edwards Johnson, 1825-1913","Everett, Edward, 1794-1865","McWillie, Catherine Anderson, 1812-1873","Washington, John Augustine, III, 1821-1861","Morse, Margaretta Wederstrandt, 1816-1893","Greenough, Louisa Ingersoll, 1813-1891","Brown, David Paul, 1795-1872","Cutts, Mary Pepperell Sparhawk Jarvis, 1809-1879","Eve, Philoclea Edgeworth Casey, 1813-1889","Riggs, Janet Shedden, 1815-1871","Tiffey, S.W.","Craig, James Y., 1839-1926","Hollingsworth, John McHenry, 1823-1889","Halsted, Nancy Marsh, 1817-1891","Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866","McClellan, George B.  (George Brinton), 1826-1885","Slough, John Potts, -1867","Schuyler, Mary Morris Hamilton, 1818-1877","Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865","Pellet, Susan L., 1808-1893","Riggs, George Washington, 1813-1881","Sweat, Margaret J.M. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain material for preservation purposes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003clegalstatus id=\"aspace_9d650cde0538e6416de88329c87b716b\"\u003eCopy. Thanks him for the inclusion of Mount Vernon in the recent Observer. Updates him on restoration progress. Asks for his continuing support with raising money. ER-7, p. 42\u003c/legalstatus\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain material for preservation purposes.","Copy. Thanks him for the inclusion of Mount Vernon in the recent Observer. 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Ann Pamela Cunningham became interested in the preservation of Mount Vernon when her mother, traveling down the Potomac River in 1853, viewed the house in its neglected and dilapidated state and wrote to her daughter of its condition. Both women thought it shameful to allow the first President's home to fall into ruin. A determined Ann Pamela Cunningham assembled twenty-two likeminded women, each one from a different state, to be Vice Regents of the MVLA. Together they aimed to raise money to purchase the property, pay off all debt, and return the Mansion, gardens and grounds to the condition in which they were left by Washington himself. John Augustine Washington III, George Washington's great-grandnephew and the owner of Mount Vernon at the time, delayed several years in selling the home to the Ladies' Association. He preferred a sale to the State of Virginia or the federal government, both of which declined purchase. 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Other important resources are the appeals written by Ann Pamela Cunningham and the Vice Regents, governing documents, subscription or donation lists, printed material or publications, and bound volumes such as ledgers or scrapbooks. Individual items were added to the collection as they were acquired. The Early Records includes items dated 1852-1951, however the bulk of the material dates from 1858 to around 1880.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThese notes were clipped from the margins of the Early Records scrapbooks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was written by Mrs. Abby Wheaton Chace, the MVLA Vice Regent of Rhode Island in Providence, to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Mrs. Chase accepts appointment as Vice Regent of Rhode Island. She regrets the exorbitant price paid for Mount Vernon, which is a deterrent when it comes to raising funds. She asks for the Regent's Appeal as well as the Secretary's last report.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 13; p. 4, ALS; Box 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy, location of original unknown\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are several copies of this document as well as this original copy. This document was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIn the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as well as four bonds. The bonds are to be made payable on the following dates and worth the following amounts: January 1, 1859 ($57,000), February 22, 1860 ($41,666.66), February 22, 1861 ($41,666.67), and February 22, 1862 ($41,666.67) - plus whatever interests were accumulated. The agreement further establishes that John A. Washington and his heirs have the right to bury members of the family in the family vault. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-56; RM 1055; ER 5696; Box 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotary copy of the contract to purchase Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is one of several copies of this document. The original was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIn the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as well as four bonds. The bonds are to be made payable on the following dates and worth the following amounts: January 1, 1859 ($57,000), February 22, 1860 ($41,666.66), February 22, 1861 ($41,666.67), and February 22, 1862 ($41,666.67) - plus whatever interests were accumulated. The agreement further establishes that John A. Washington and his heirs have the right to bury members of the family in the family vault. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-56; RM 1055; ER 5696; Box 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe articles of agreement between John Augustine Washington III and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, signed by John A. Washington and Ann Pamela Cunningham, \"A Southern Matron, Regent\" and dated Richmond, April 6, 1858. This document subject to the Act which incorporated the Association passed by the General Assembly of Virginia on March 19, 1858 embodies the agreement to sell two hundred acres of the Mount Vernon tract including the Mansion, the Tomb of George Washington, the gardens, grounds, and wharf for the sum of $200,000. Autograph document, 5 pages hinged and bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was written by Mrs. Louisa Ingersoll Greenough, the MVLA Vice Regent of Massachusetts in Cambridge. She states that all authentic subscription books are signed by the Vice Regent of Massachusetts or an appointed manager. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 12; p. 33, ALS; Box 24\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe notes include a catalog of documents and letters of the Maryland MVLA that are from 1856-1873.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e13-29; 13-23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeacon \u0026amp; Peterson must hold all electrotype plates, wood cuts, paper, and all other materials furnished for the publication of the \"Mount Vernon Record\" as security for the printing of the record.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was made by Capt. M.C. Meigs from U.S. Engineer in Washington, D.C. for the MVLA. It is a drawing of proposed changes to the wharf at Mount Vernon. He recommends that \"the front of the wharf [be] made parallel to the thread of the stream,\" which will cost 40 cents per foot or $2800.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 17; p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was sent by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham in Philadelphia to Margaretta S. Morse, the MLVA Vice Regent of Louisiana. Miss Cunningham notes that according to articles 9-11 of the MLVA constitution and by-laws, annual meetings must be held, and she calls a meeting for December 31, 1859.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-431\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a handwritten notice from President Frank E. Johnston. He writes that Alexandria, Mount Vernon, and Accotink Turnpike Company have, through their agent, made satisfactory arrangements with the MVLA for building a passenger railroad. The railroad will be 6 miles on the the line of the turnpike and 1.5 miles on the branch avenue to Mount Vernon. It will open in the spring and will cost $30,000. He describes plans for financing the railroad and the advantages it offers the MVLA. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThis notice may have been written on January 5.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 8; p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a draft by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to David Paul Brown. The Regent is annoyed about the continued problem of crowds pouring into Mount Vernon at all times. She declares that a railroad in any hands would be objectionable. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 106, AL\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis folder contains Mrs. Macalester's list of Lady Managers appointed for Pennsylvania. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e13-65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNames spelled in the document are Joseph Hineman and Henry Reed, though the signatures are spelled Heimer and Read\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham made this contract with Sarah C. Tracy as \"private secretary to said Regent.\" As secretary, Tracy must render six hours of service daily. She will receive a monthly salary figured at an annual rate of $400 irrespective of board and washing. She must also provide one month's notice if she decides to resign.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 13; p. 12, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is an agreement between the MLVA and M.H. Traubel, who is the successor to Devereux \u0026amp; Co., in regards to the publication of portraits. The portraits are to cost $1, 50 cents of which is to go to Mount Vernon. For any money which was previously remitted to Devereux \u0026amp; Co. for portraits which were not received, Mount Vernon will pay 25 cents for each portrait to fill such arrears orders. This document was signed by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham and M.H. Cunningham and witnessed by David Paul Brown and L.H. Brown. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a report by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Council. It is docketed and entitled \"Report-Containing account of Devereux's forgery committed in 1859 or 60 - and not read.\" Since this is the first time Ann Pamela Cunningham has met them in Council, she will give them a report on the monetary department. Her illness and protracted absence from the depository of her papers make it impossible to give more than generalities about financial matters now. She explains that a large amount was paid out for the publication of Record--forgeries of her name to drafts on Riggs \u0026amp; Co. by Mr. Devereux--and tried to recover the electroplates, but the printers were holding them $720 arrears.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAnother copy of this report is also included.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is an incomplete copy of a report by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Council. A complete copy is also available (#D-127).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is from Warrington Gillingham to the president and directors of a railroad company. Gillingham reports on the progress made on the railroad to Mount Vernon. He also suggests that the railroad meet at the path where boat passengers enter Mount Vernon since it will be shorter and better for Mount Vernon. His suggestion is adopted by the railroad company.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e8-77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document contains the names of the directors of the railroad company.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e15-27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a handwritten copy of a document sent by MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to the National Intelligencer in Washington, D.C. She refutes the May 15 article in the \"New York Herald\" regarding George Washington's remains being removed from Mount Vernon. She declares that the public need fear no molestation of \"this one National spot, belonging to North and South\" and that the ladies of the MVLA have taken every precaution for its protection. She begs the public to continue its confidence in the MVLA. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 15; p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the MVLA Vice Regents. It is signed by the Regent and her secretary, Sarah C. Tracy. The document is a copy of the call for the Grand Council, which will occur on November 19, 1866 at the home of G.W. Riggs, treasurer, in Washington, D.C.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 241, AL\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is from MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to J. Van Riswick of Potomack Ferry Company. She outlines three conditions for running private parties to Mount Vernon. First, the boat must arrive in the afternoon to Mount Vernon and leave by 6:30 PM. Second, parties must pledge to follow the rules for visiting Mount Vernon and also pay an entrance fee of 25 cents. Third, Potomack Ferry Company must take all responsibility for its actions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a copy of a document from the Alexandria and Fredericksburg Railroad Company to the MVLA. It was signed by J.B. Stewart, Secretary and sent from Washington, D.C. The railroad company requests right of way for the railroad across the Mount Vernon property in return for which the company will build an ornamental depot and have a percentage on every fare paid. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e(See also p. 100.)\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 115, L\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEsther M. Lewis certifies that she has two topage buckles which were owned and worn by George Washington. She also has a miniature by Field on ivory with a lock of hair. The items are the property of Charles Angelo Conrad and Lawrence Lewis Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-617/A+B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is the address given by Ann Pamela Cunningham, the Regent of the MVLA, to the Grand Council of the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham gives an explanation to the MVLA Vice Regents of her reasons for not calling a Council during the war years--it was basically due to the need for immediate action and a lack of communication at this difficult time. She was also of the opinion that sectional feelings at a Council would have come into play and hampered the meeting. She feels her actions, though outside of what was outlined in the MVLA Constitution, were necessary. She asks that she be excused for her course of action on the grounds that she acted with good motives and out of necessity.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrancis Parke Butler attests to the authenticity of the buckles and miniature owned by Charles Angelo Conrad and Lawrence Lewis Conrad. She also states that she owns companion buckles and a miniature of Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a draft of a statement by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Secretary of the United States Treasury. She writes regarding the contract for the purchase of Mount Vernon on April 6, 1858 for $200,000 with interest. $193,333,33 of the cost was paid before December 1859, which was before the contracts were taxed. John A. Washington was killed before the title was perfected through the courts. She asks that the MVLA be taxed only on $7,836.40 paid on May 12, 1866 to the executor of John A. Washington. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 2; p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is Mrs. Eve's account of the MVLA Council of 1868 (2 copies).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was sent to the Secretary of the Treasury of the United States concerning the stamp revenue tax on the Mount Vernon contract. The writer feels it unjust that the MVLA be taxed on the whole sum ($200,000) rather than the portion to be paid after the law was enacted ($7,835.40).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe sale of Mount Vernon to the MVLA by John A. Washington is upheld by courts against the protests of John A. Washington's heirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is the bill from Fairfax County Circuit Court on the MVLA for $22.16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters and two versions of the Vice Regents acceptance of the resignation of George W. Riggs, Treasurer, which was tendered last January. They request that he forward all MVLA papers in his possession as well as the statement of the account with Mr. Herbert. One letter has list of Vice Regents who approve.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-23; p. 301, LS and ER 2-31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document concerns the running of boats to Mount Vernon and outlines the terms of the agreement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Janet M.C. Riggs, the MVLA Vice Regent of Washington, D.C., declines to accede to the wishes of the members of the Council but thanks them for the complimentary resolution. A penciled note in the margin reads \"Declined renomination as VR.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e(See also p. 100.)\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 117, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis original document with signatures and stamps is a contract between MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham and James Craig, gardener. The contract is for one year at $50 per month with use of fuel, vegetables, milk, tea, and coffee. The contract also defines Craig's duties. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eS.W. Tiffey writes about the social virtues and graces of MLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham in her diary.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document has six statements about opinions concerning room colors for the Mount Vernon mansion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a plan for the first floor of the Mount Vernon mansion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was written for Mr. J.B. Stewart, possibly by S.W. Tiffey. The writer is contacting him regarding the railroad to Mount Vernon and says that there is opposition from the MVLA ladies to anything which may alter Mount Vernon from the way it was when it was owned by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a Council resolution regarding the desirability of a furnace for the Mount Vernon mansion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is an original contract between the MVLA and Solomon Greenhalgh. The contract stipulates that Greenhalgh must tin the roof of the portico and board over the same. He must also put tin gutters on the mansion as well as put tin around the dormer windows and on the outbuildings. Furthermore, he must build two cisterns with pumps and furnish a hydraulic ram for a spring at the foot of the lawn. The price is $1500 with board for himself and two men, fare to and from Washington, D.C., and use of Mount Vernon teams and laborers.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 2; p. 194, AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document, addressed to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham, is from the Vice Regents of Wisconsin, New Jersey, New York, Maine, Georgia, and Connecticut. It is a remonstrance to the Regent that her views are \"incompatible with the interests of the Assoc.\" The Regent is to remain as named head of the MVLA, but is relieved of all duties of that office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a resolution of the MVLA Council regarding an extract from the minutes of the Council referring to the Committee on the Superintendent. The writer shall also leave duties as resident Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document by G.W. Lewis is a certificate of authenticity for a sword that was owned by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a certificate of authenticity from C.E. Huntington for a tortoise shell snuff box owned by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-612\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is from Mrs. Susan E. Johnson, the MVLA Vice Regent of Connecticut, to James McHenry Hollingsworth, the resident secretary, treasurer, and superintendent of the MVLA. It includes a \"copy of copy\" made by the Secretary of the Council in June 1872 regarding the duties of the \"Res. Sec., etc.\" from the Record of the Council. This is followed by a letter from Mrs. Hudson to Secretary Hollingsworth telling him the Committee on the Secretary will define his duties more fully later. Mrs. Hudson refers to two commissions drawn: one he did not see and one signed by the Regent that Mrs. Hudson declares is \"trash.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 18; p. 1, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document was sent by Mrs. Philoclea E. Eve and Mrs. Hudson to Colonel James McHenry Hollingsworth in Mount Vernon, Virginia. It discusses his appointment as superintendent and the duties he will have in that position.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 5; p. 61, DLS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetty B. Bassett certifies that a Bible is that of Mary Ball Washington. It was given by Mary Ball Washington to Robert Washington, Mrs. Bassett's father. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-408\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Wade Halsted reports that the builder estimates that $1200 has been put toward the restoration of the colonnades. This amount was mostly given by young people so that the rising generation might take part in the restoration of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a partial draft of MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham's Farewell Address to the MVLA Vice Regents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document by Mrs. Philoclea E. Eve, the MVLA Vice Regent of Georgia, is addressed to the MVLA Council. It discusses the retirement of Ann Pamela Cunningham as MVLA Regent and reports that Mrs. Berghmans has been nominated to succeed her.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 5; p. 21, ADf\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe constitution of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union. It is a twelve-page draft copy written in long hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Constitution of the Virginia State Committee\" later nullified by Ann Pamela Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pp.; L-2-(11), (21), (31), \u0026amp; (41).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e H.C. Harrison (White Sulpher) to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. He discusses Mr. Mason's recommendations regarding an Act of Incorporation to gain a charter and open subscriptions for a purchase fund. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHolo. outline of 9 sections; 5pp. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eALS, 4pp.; ER-3; PP.-19, 21, 23; Box 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill No. 147 was to be read to the Legislature of Virginia. It incorporated the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union and authorized the purchase of a part of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy, with Holo. Corrections, pp. 5.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eD 5p.; RM-524; ER-4291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Susan L. Pellet and approved by Henry A. Wise. Photostat.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePS-163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted amendment to the third article of the by-laws of the MVLA Constitution.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 3; p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Constitution and By-laws of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union.\" The different sections of the document are the Constitution (including the preamble), the by-laws, and an amendment to the constitution.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Samuel Johnson, father of Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut, writes his opinions on the charter, by-laws, and powers thereby delegated to the MVLA. There is also a handwritten copy of the charter and by-laws on which he has written his suggested amendments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this eight-page, handwritten document, Albert Pike gives his legal opinions on the act incorporating the MVLA. The act provides only for the purchase and holding of Mount Vernon. Questions arise in relation to the constitution of the MVLA, which by reference is a part of the act. He also discusses the powers and duties of the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy by the clerk of the House of Delegates, Virginia. An act to amend a portion of the Act of Incorporation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA pass enabling a Mount Vernon employee named Eugene to travel back and forth between Mount Vernon and Alexandria. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eE3-251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis military pass was issued by the 2nd Brigade, headquartered in Alexandria, for the MVLA. By order of Colonel Heintzelman, the pass allows \"Dandridge Smith, (colored),\" to travel in and out of Alexandria daily with his wagon, mules, and provisions of the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 96, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders no. 13 was signed by General Winfield Scott and sent from the U.S. Army Headquarters in Washington, D.C., to Mrs. Sarah C. Tracy, MVLA Secretary. He says that if U.S. troops are ever in the vicinity of Mount Vernon and decide to approach, they will do so with reverence and \"leave uninjured not only the Tomb, but also the House, Groves and walks which were so loved by the best and greatest of men. By Command, E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General.\" Autograph document signed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 3; p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders No. 12 and 13 were issued by General Winfield Scott from the U.S. Army Headquarters in Washington, D.C. and under the command of E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General. The orders, which were printed in a newspaper, are related to search and seizure as well as the respect due Mount Vernon's tomb, house, groves, and walks.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy, Gen. Orders 13, ER 16, p. 96.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 15; p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMajor General McClellan orders the revocation of all passes that allow travel beyond the lines of federal troops in Virginia soil. All future passes will only emanate from the War Department, the Headquarters of the U.S. Army, the Division of the Potomac, or the Provost Marshal in Washington, D.C.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e16-99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitary pass for MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy signed by General Winfield Scott. Extension of the pass written on the reverse side dated November 7, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e16-100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of a pass issued to Janet Riggs, Mrs. George Washington Riggs, and her two daughters so they could visit Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitary pass for the MVLA from the Headquarters City Guard in the Provost Marshal's Office in Washington, D.C. Until March 31, the pass will allow \"Thomas King (colored)\" to travel over any bridge or ferry to Virginia and return for the purpose of providing marketing for his employer. The pass was signed by A. Porter (?) and C.D. McHaffey (?).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 104, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePass for the MVLA from the Alexandria, Virginia Headquarters. It gives Thomas Kinney permission to pass from Alexandria, Virginia \"to Mount Vernon and thence by any route to Burke's Station and back, for the purpose of drawing provisions, etc. for the [MVLA] until May 1, 1862 and all persons will give him necessary aid and assistance.\" The pass was signed by Colonel Henry K. Viele of the 94th York Volunteers.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 105, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitary pass from the Military Governor in Alexandria, Virginia. The pass allows the \"servant\" of MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to travel with groceries by command of Brigadier General John P. Slough.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 106 A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"By direction of the Secretary, you are hereby authorized to grant a clearance for such family supplies as may be shipped by Capt. Ferguson A. (?) at your port, consigned to Miss S.C. Tracy, Secretary of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, at Mt. Vernon, Va., endorsing upon each clearance your certificate that it is granted by authority and direction of the Secretary of the Treasury.\" Further notes on the reverse concerning clearance of the supplies order. Autograph document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Hamilton writes that under the contract of purchase, the MVLA is obligated to keep up Mount Vernon or the property will revert to the state of Virginia. However, since boats are not permitted to come to Mount Vernon, income is being lost. Therefore the MVLA, as a U.S. association, demands compensation from the U.S. government at a rate of $500 per month due to a loss of income as a result of the federal government's orders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePass issued to Mrs. Mary C. Keith (the elder sister of Sarah C. Tracy, MVLA Secretary) and her daughter, Miss Fannie Cornelia Keith. It allows them to travel from Washington, D.C to Mount Vernon and then return to Washington, D.C. The pass can be used for one month and permits them to take one trunk and a satchel. The pass became valid when both of them signed on the reverse side; it was also signed by the issuing officer, Capt. I.A. Shippen.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-182; ER-2553\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. The MVLA appeals to Congress for reimbursement for loss of income due to lack of boat services to Mount Vernon during the war. Autograph document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMinutes of the formative meeting of the Virginia Central Mount Vernon Association (the MVLA). The ladies of Virginia formed themselves into an association with the view of helping the sisters of the South raise a sum of money to purchase Mount Vernon. The mechanics of the organization and its attendant activities are recorded in this document. It also includes a list of the officers chosen as well as various communications with Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough draft of the minutes of an MVLA meeting in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMinutes written by Sarah Tracy for an MVLA meeting held in Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e8 pages printed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMinutes of the MVLA Council, 1868. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 34; L-8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMinutes of the MVLA Council, 1868. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 34; L-8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSusan Hudson's report concerning an endowment fund for Mount Vernon. Discussing her research into previous attempts.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e4-54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport for the Records Committee by Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy of Susan Pellet's journal with notes and minutes on the earliest meetings of the MVLA, 1854-1857.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis 13-page printed pamphlet is entitled \"Reports of the earliest meetings of the Mount Vernon Association from the Journal of Mrs. Susan L. Pellet, the first secretary.\" The MVLA Council of 1895 ordered that a synopsis of reports of the meetings during 1854, 1855, 1856, and 1857 must be printed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 20 \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies of \"Report of the Mount Vernon Association,\" written by Susan L. Pellet, Corresponding Secretary of the MVLA. It was printed in the \"Southern Literary Messenger.\" The document is a report of the fundraising activities of the ladies of the MVLA. Susan L. Pellet announces that John A. Washington has reconsidered and is now prepared to sell Mount Vernon. She lists numerous contributors to the Mount Vernon fund. Edward Everett has already secured $25,000 by speaking for the cause. Ex-President John Tyler furthermore defends the purchase and preservation of Mount Vernon. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM 141; CLIP 2368\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport sent to from Susan Pellet to the MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Despite financial panic, the MVLA continues to receive offers of assistance. Since the September report, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota, and New Mexico have been added to the MVLA. Santa Fe citizens and Florida ladies are also active. Mrs. McWillie has been appointed MVLA Vice Regent of Mississippi. Since Edward Everett is otherwise occupied, Rev. Dr. Burrows has taken his place speaking on behalf of the MVLA. In regards to donations to the MVLA, South Carolina has given $151, Tennessee has given $189, and Virginia has given $134. The funds will be sent to W.H. Mcfarland of Richmond, Virginia. He will in turn place them in the hands of the Treasurer of the State of Virginia, who will place them to the credit of the MVLA. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 245, A; Box 18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Report of the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union,\" written by MVLA Secretary Susan L. Pellet. She reports that a contract for the purchase of Mount Vernon has been made. She describes the contract and appeals for contributions to be made. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1 printed page; duplicate on p. 128, with title missing.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThis description also applies to the item entitled \"Broadside, Report of the MVLA\" in Box 5, Folder 9.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis newspaper clipping contains the report of Mrs. Susan L. Pellet, MVLA Secretary. She discusses the progress of the MVLA since signing the contract last April. She gives notice of state organizations and the MVLA Vice Regents appointed, reporting that correspondence has been opened with every state in the Union. Mrs. Pellet also gives special mention to California and the Charleston Navy Yards, where residents have shown particular interest in helping to preserve Mount Vernon. She estimates that $6250 will be needed from each state for the final payment on Mount Vernon and further notes that it needs immediate repairs.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Margaret Ann Comegys, the MVLA Vice Regent of Delaware, addresses this document to \"Mr. Editor.\" She gives a report of the MVLA of Delaware, which she asks him to publish in his columns. $575 in donations has been collected since $1175 was sent to Mount Vernon, making the total amount collected $1750 (this amount is exclusive of \"Mount Vernon Record\" subscriptions and the sale of photographs). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 17; p. 43, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreasurer's Report by George W. Riggs. The report covers May 1861 to January 1864. During that time period, the MVLA received $3628.18 and disbursed $5965.18. $1820.63 is due Mr. Riggs himself for money advanced, while $2500.00 is due Mr. Herbert in back salary. $5000 is due on a deferred payment on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e15-41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped copy of George Riggs' report November 1865 to November 1866. ER-22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment. Report was read by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the MVLA Council of 1867. Its intended audience was possibly the MVLA Vice Regents. Ann Pamela Cunningham discusses the adjustment of irregular proceedings during the Civil War. She also discusses the resignation of MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy, including the salary due to her, the length of time she may remain at Mount Vernon, and the appointment of a successor. She also brings up Supterintendent Herbert, daily boats, and the question of leasing a wharf.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 147 \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport concerning boat operation and revenue at Mount Vernon. In 1867, boats brought in $3846.33 in revenue. During the Civil War, boats stopped running for about two and a half years.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport read to the MVLA Council. It gives a brief history of Mr. Sykes and boat trips to Mount Vernon. The document also discusses financial problems immediately after the Civil War: the probability of being able to support a superintendent fell, but it was later realized that it was necessary to have a superintendent at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-11; 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis MVLA report, sent to the MVLA Grand Council, is from a committee to examine and settle the accounts of former MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy. The report presents Miss Tracy's claims regarding her salary, its increase, and the amount she actually received. No statement about the salary was found prior to 1864, so Miss Tracy's claim therefore ceased in 1864. An 1866 motion in the Council to raise Miss Tracy's salary was ambiguously worded and caused misunderstanding. The Committee has settled with her \"in a spirit of liberality\" as per the Council's order, which is acknowledged as generous by Miss Tracy. A signed receipt for payment in full was submitted by Miss Tracy.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 13; p. 11, 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommittee report on the efforts to settle the accounts of Sarah C. Tracy, the former secretary of the MVLA. It was signed by Mrs. A.W. Chace, the MVLA Vice Regent of Rhode Island. Miss Tracy is upset that Mrs. Morse, the MVLA Vice Regent of Louisiana, presented a paper in her name without her knowledge of its presentation. Miss Tracy says that she has at no time asked \"interest\" of the MVLA and states her understanding of her salary contract. This document also includes the results of Mrs. Chace's search of MVLA records regarding Miss Tracy's salary and increase in salary. Mrs. Chace notes the ambiguities and misunderstandings that arose and the desire of the MVLA Committee to make a liberal and just settlement. The document also reports Miss Tracy's \"receipt in full\" and her acknowledgment that a \"generous settlement\" has been reached. Mrs. Chace notes that there was a copy of a statement for files sent by Miss Tracy with a contract to MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. Had Mrs. Chace known of the contract, it would have affected her settlement with Miss Tracy. As it develops, on lowest estimate, Miss Tracy was overpaid $800, but Mrs. Chace yielded claim, willing to deal generously and avoid any possible lawsuit. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe final report of the MVLA committee on the settlement of the account of Miss Sarah C. Tracy, the former MVLA Secretary. Mrs. Chace states that Miss Tracy admits no interest on her just due from the MVLA and that the settlement between the MVLA and Miss Tracy has been found agreeable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport by Mrs. Nancy Wade Halsted, the MVLA Vice Regent for New Jersey,  to the MVLA for the State of New Jersey, covering May 1868 to 14 March 1870. She has appealed to the wealthy of New Jersey for an endowment fund for Mount Vernon, but under the present circumstances of the MVLA, making such a fund is impossible. The MVLA has currently only raised $46.50 for such a fund. She states that the total receipts from New Jersey are $1753.55, but that there is no interest in specific bequests for an endowment fund. Mrs. Halsted feels the MVLA must appeal to Congress to establish a permanent endowment fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo separate drafts of Mrs. Halsted's report regarding the addition of a furnace in the cellar of the Mansion.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 17; p. 156, L\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of Philoclea Edgeworth Eve, the MVLA Vice Regent of Georgia, to the MVLA Council. Mrs. Eve defends herself of any wrongdoing in investing MVLA money in Confederate bonds during the Civil War, which she did at the request of MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 5; p. 186, 187; ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill of Daingerfield Lewis, grandson of Eleanor Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCodicil to the will of former MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. It was written in Rosemont, Laurens County, South Carolina. The document is a handwritten copy of her statement regarding the \"important papers, documents and letters\" she wished to be turned over to Mrs. M.A. Comegys, Mrs. L.W. Walker, and Mrs. Amarintha Snowden. She further states that some other papers of this character may be at Rosemont and that there are also some others in Washington, D.C. about which Mary A. McMakin can give information. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 176, 184\nER 17; p. 271, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Ann Pamela Cunningham, handwritten statements for her executors regarding the disposition of her papers. She states her desire for \"important papers, documents and letters\" to be turned over to Mrs. M.A. Comegys, Mrs. L.W. Walker, and Mrs. Amarintha Snowden. She further states that some other papers of this character may be at Rosemonte and that there are also some others in Washington, D.C. about which Mary A. McMakin can give information. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 17; p. 271, ALS\nER 2; p. 277, LS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Sons and Daughters of washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecond appeal written by Ann Pamela Cunningham for Mount Vernon. She signs the message \"A Southern Matron.\" Sent to southern editors in general and particularly those of Washington, D.C., Richmond, Charleston, Augusta, Savannah, Montgomery, Mobile, New Orleans, and Louisville. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA newspaper clipping in the following folder.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-1-5 to 9; A.L.S. 5 pp. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping of the second appeal on behalf of Mount Vernon to the Ladies of the South by Ann Pamela Cunningham. She signs the message \"A Southern Matron.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten version of this appeal in previous folder.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-1-6\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument entitled \"Washington Circular\" with an \"Appeal for Mount Vernon , by the Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" signed by the Mt. Vernon Central Com. of the Union. Reverse side has the Southern Matron's letter to Virginia, addressed to Mr. Gilmer, Corresponding Secretary of the Mount Vernon State Committee of Virginia. (4 copies)\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 21; ER-4-21; Box 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pp. Incomplete. Appeal to support the efforts of the Mount Vernon Central Committee to purchase the home and grave of Washington by Ann Pamela Cunningham. For final printed copy (complete) see: 2 November 1854, Appeals, Washington Circular, to the Daughters of Washington...\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-11-205 and ER-11-2; A.D.S. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted booklet including An Appeal to the Sons and Daughters of Washington, a letter to Governor Wise from Ann Pamela Cunningham, letters from William Ritchie and John Augustine Washington III, the report of the Corresponding Secretary Susan Pellet, and the Act of Incorporation. Printed by A.J. Burke, 40 Broad Street, Charleston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReverse side reads \"Mercantile Library Association, Oration upon Washington, Hon. Edward Everett\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement regarding the Masonic Order and their role in the purchase of Mount Vernon. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 5; p. 105, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted appeal (incomplete), perhaps clipped from a publication. References the efforts of the MVLA to acquire funds to purchase Mount Vernon and turn it over to the state of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten by Mrs. E.O. Hoyt, \"Aunt Libbie\" to be sold for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn appeal by Mary Morris Hamilton to the Standing Committee of New York to continue raising funds which shall be set apart for the purpose of repairs and preservation at Mount Vernon. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 3; p. 273, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis printed appeal was created by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. On the advice of Edward Everett, she signed her baptismal name rather than \"A Southern Matron.\" She reports that the contract was signed with John A. Washington on April 6 for 200 acres of Mount Vernon (including the mansion, gardens, landing, and tomb) for $200,000. John A. Washington's letter to W.H. Macfarland and A.A. Chapman is also included on the appeal. (multiple copies)\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 92\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of the appeal, probably written for the state of Tennessee. Reverse side of the draft reads \"Tenn.\" Pencil notes state that it is to be signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Susan Pellet, but is not written in either woman's hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted leaflet or circular, appeal \"to the children of the public schools\" to make donations towards the preservation of Mount Vernon. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM 1045; ER 5686; a and b; Box 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted leaflet or circular, appeal from the Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham \"to the American Consuls\" to make donations towards the preservation of Mount Vernon. Multiple copies.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM 1046; ER 5687; 1-26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint copy of the address by Margaret Ann Comegys, Vice Regent of Delaware, to the Masons. She sent it from Dover, Delaware to the Worshipful Master and Wardens of the Masonic Order of Delaware. An appeal for funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon. It includes a clear statement regarding payments made to John A. Washington. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 17; p. 10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten \"ode\" or poem about the poor condition of Mount Vernon and how funds must be raised to help because it is \"committed to our sacred trust.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular regarding sale of the portrait of Washington to benefit the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Suggests forming clubs to raise money and purchase one copy of the portrait for the group. Gives list of the Vice Regents to whom money should be submitted. Signed S.F. Watson. Folder also includes a letter by Devereux \u0026amp; Co., probably to Ann Pamela Cunningham, regarding copies of the Mount Vernon Record, dated January 12, 1859.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular, probably meant to be distributed with copies of the Mount Vernon Record.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular by Grand Master Philip C. Tucker, appealing to the Masons to contribute money to the purchase and care of Mount Vernon. Written in Vergennes. Embossed copy with note at the top \"To Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham.\" Duplicate copy also in folder. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping announcing the completion of payments toward Mount Vernon - \"the Home and Grave of the Father of his Country, is now virtually the property of the Nation.\" She gives history of payments made, encourages the continuation of fundraising, and praises them for their work saying \"You have conquered ridicule - you have banished doubt - you have inspired faith - you have proven that Woman, in her appropriate sphere, on her heavenly appointed mission has dared to undertake that from which Man shrank appalled - and has triumphed where he failed!\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft appeal to the Masonic Grand Lodge of Virginia from Miss Cunningham asking for aid for maintenance on Mount Vernon. She cites Virginia Grand Lodge action in December 1857 and lists amounts paid by different states. She also notes that objections on the basis of John A. Washington's attitude have been overcome and refers to her recent report on the subject. Says they have not paid what they promised thus far. Printed version is available in the following folder.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 107, AL\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint circular or leaflet, appeal to the Masonic Order by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Draft version in previous folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten account of Ellen Key Blunt's reading to benefit Mount Vernon. The author wonders whether or not she could be called upon to continue her public readings on a tour similar to Edward Everett's orations.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e(see also p. 94)\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 112\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten notes in preparation for a speech, Ann Pamela Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular, gives background information on the Association and its purchase of Mount Vernon. Asks for continuing financial support for their mission. Signed Ann Pamela Cunningham. Multiple copies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping from the Daily Chronicle and Sentinel, Augusta, Georgia. An appeal to the Ladies of Tuscumbia, Alabama for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVarious news clippings and one printed circular, appeals by Magdalen Blanding, Vice Regent for California.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping from the Denver Republican, \"Appeal for Colorado to Assist in Beautifying Mount Vernon.\" by Alice H. Hill, Vice Regent for Colorado.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo news clippings and one printed circular, appeals by Mary B. Goodrich, Vice Regent for Connecticut.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4-49; p. 49; Box 11. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeveral news clippings and printed circulars, appeals by Margaret Comegys, Vice Regent for Delaware. Most are dated 1858-1859 or undated. One circular is dated 1876 and refers to the continuing need for funding and furnishing the Delaware Room.  ER 17; p. 221. RM-269; PS-2782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping from the Washington Intelligencer, \"Mount Vernon. Its History, Its Proprietors, Its Relics, Its Reminiscences and Its Present Condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping \"Florida at Mount Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clippings and printed leaflets with appeals written by the Vice Regent for Georgia, Philoclea Eve.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne news clipping from the Salem Advocate \"Mount Vernon Association\" addressed to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Salem; and one printed circular by the Vice Regent for Illinois, Elizabeth Barry, \"Mount Vernon. An Address to the People of Illinois.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMultiple news clippings from various Iowa newspapers. Several written by Jane Van Antwerp, Vice Regent for Iowa. Others have no author listed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping \"Appeal to the People of Kentucky\" by Rosa V. Johnson (Jeffrey), Vice Regent for Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies of a printed circular \"An Appeal for the Purchase and Future Preservation of the Home and Grave of Washington\" signed Margaretta Morse, Vice Regent for Louisiana. RM-214, ER-2681\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne news clipping and two printed circulars with appeals written by the Vice Regent for Maine, Abba Little.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo printed notices to the women of Maryland asking them to become involved with fundraising for Mount Vernon. Written by Eleanor Goldsborough, Vice Regent for Maryland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeveral copies of printed circulars or leaflets - one dated July 5, 1858 by Louisa Greenough, Vice Regent for Massachusetts, with note at bottom \"We, the undersigned\" with names of male supporters including Edward Everett. Another circular dated September 1858  with list of County Managers and Board of Counsellors at the bottom. One copy signed by Mrs. Harrison Gray Otis (Eliza Ann Otis), with one printed poem also by Mrs. Otis. RM-503, ER-4087\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne printed appeal by Hannah Farnsworth, Vice Regent for Michigan, \"Appeal to the Ladies of Michigan,\" 1858. Also, one printed appeal dated 1868 by Ann Pamela Cunningham \"An Appeal from the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union\" with a note on the second page by Mrs. Farnsworth about the donations from Michigan. Note is dated 1878.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping from the St. Paul Pioneer and Democrat newspaper with appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham \"The Mt. Vernon Fund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted appointment for membership in the Mount Vernon Association (blank). Created by the Vice Regent for Mississippi to assign \"agents\" of the MVLA in her state. Signed \"Very Respectfully, \u0026amp;c. C.A. McWillie. Vice President of the Mount Vernon Association for the State of Mississippi.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall news clipping announcing the successful bill in the state legislature to appropriate $2,000 toward the Mount Vernon cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular \"An Appeal to the Women of New Hampshire\" written by Sarah King Hale, Vice Regent for New Hampshire. RM-796, ER-5209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne printed appeal by Helen Conover, Vice Regent for New Jersey, asking for donations to assist in the restoration of the New Jersey Room, ca. 1893. One printed circular with \"An Appeal to the Masonic Fraternity of the State of New Jersey\" and a \"Circular Letter\" to Masonic lodges, written by Nancy Halsted, Vice Regent for New Jersey, 1873.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMultiple copies of printed appeals and news clippings written by Mary Morris Hamilton, Vice Regent for New York.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e RM 1044; ER-230; ER 5685; a and b.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping \"For the Patriot - Appeal of the Mount Vernon Association, to the Ladies of Halifax County\" written by S.W. Joyner, Lady Manager of Halifax (NC).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten draft of an appeal written by Letitia Walker, Vice Regent for North Carolina, February 1860.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clippings from Ohio newspapers with appeals for aiding Mount Vernon. One clipping specifically requesting donations toward the Ohio Room at Mount Vernon, 1883.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clippings with printed appeals by Ann Pamela Cunningham, 1855-1859. Printed circulars and leaflets with appeals and requests for donations, undated and 1859. One circular by Lily Macalester (Laughton) dated February 22, 1859, with handwritten drafted letter on the reverse to \"My dear sir.\"\nER 13; p. 56-57, ALS. ER-D-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne printed circular appeal by Lucy Pickens, Vice Regent for South Carolina, 1883. News clippings from South Carolina newspapers, 1857 and undated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clippings from Tennessee newspapers and several printed circulars or leaflets with appeals by Mary Rutledge Fogg, Vice Regent for Tennessee. ER 10; p. 157. ER 10-225; ER-10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clippings with appeals by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Mary Cutts, Vice Regent for Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clippings with appeals and multiple copies of the printed report of the Mount Vernon State Committee and Central Committee with Constitution. ER-4-22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo printed appeals, one by Mrs. E.O. Sampson Hoyt (author of \"Little George and His Hatchet\") and one \"To the People of Wisconsin\" by Martha Mitchell, Vice Regent for Wisconsin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for goods purchased by the MVLA. Marked payment received at bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten partial copy of an article in a New York newspaper reporting on John Augustine Washington III's debt and how he \"swindled\" the ladies out of their money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of women in Virginia who contributed money toward the purchase of Washington's cane as a gift to Edward Everett. W-578\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned statement by MVLA Treasurer F.H. Peabody that was sent from Boston to the MVLA. It includes a list of securities now held in trust, purchased from the proceeds of Edward Everett's lectures, and accumulating for the purpose of purchasing Mount Vernon. ER 3; p. 103, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBundle of several receipts for money received by Ann Pamela Cunningham toward payment for Mount Vernon. Some monies received from Vice Regents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of money received by MVLA Treasurer in Richmond, VA. Mr. McFarland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of money received by George W. Riggs, Treasurer, for Mount Vernon May-October 1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of deposits in the hand of John Augustine Washington III, with note at the bottom regarding payment on April 6, \"APC.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNames and amounts collected for sale of Devereux and Co. portraits by Ann Pamela Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington authorizes Burke and Herbert Bank to receive payment. Also includes two messages of funds received from George W. Riggs, MVLA Treasurer, in February 1859.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM 1059; ER 5699\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the account between Devereux \u0026amp; Co. and the MVLA as of 24 August 1859. It includes the money received from the sale of portraits, fifty percent of which goes to the MVLA. It also includes the $2157.48 debt of Devereux to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham, which was paid by a note dated four months from 19 September 1859. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the proceeds for a ball and concert given in Sacramento, California \"under the auspices of\" Mrs. John B. Weller (wife of the governor of California), N.S. Long, Nm.J. Robertson, B.F. Hastings, and Leland Stanford. The total amount obtained was $445.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten statement by G.T. Devereux to David Paul Brown regarding the sale of portraits and books for the benefit of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill issued by Philp \u0026amp; Solomons of the Metropolitan Bookstore for stationery, paper, and envelopes, April 1860.\n \nER 23; p. 211, ADS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports the dividends due the MVLA from the Rail Road Bank of Savannah, Georgia. The dividends will equal $336.87.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e22-227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice from Whitman C. Bestor to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham that a draft for $600 drawn by Miss Cunningham on George W. Riggs, MVLA Treasurer, in favor of Devereux \u0026amp; Co. is protested for non-payment.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 22; p. 151, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Deacon \u0026amp; Peterson at the Office of the Saturday Evening Post to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Deacon \u0026amp; Peterson are willing to sell electrotype plates of the \"Mount Vernon Record\" for $275 and can furnish the supplements Miss Cunningham mentioned for $12 per page. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial statement from John Augustine Washington III to the MVLA written in the hand of Upton Herbert, Superintendent of Mount Vernon. Account of expenses for an unspecified period, including nine dollars for coffins for three servants, one of them the wife of West Ford.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-523; ER-4273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the Mount Vernon wharf. The total bill was $4076.50 and it has been paid in full.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e2-241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for groceries on account of Sarah Tracy purchased June 1863 through December 1863. Note at the bottom that payment was received January 23, 1864.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis authorization for securities was sent by MVLA Vice Regents Mary Morris Hamilton and Margaret Comegys to MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. The Vice Regents acknowledge the loan of $400 by Riggs \u0026amp; Co. for repairs at Mount Vernon. They also authorize Riggs to place securities in the hands of the firm as a pledge for repayment of the loan.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThis document was originally enclosed with a letter of the same date that was written by Mary M. Hamilton to George W. Riggs.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 23; p. 285, AD\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of lading from W. Baker of Borden Mining Company to the MVLA for twelve tons of coal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill with list of groceries purchased from The American Tea Company by the MVLA throughout November 1866. Paid on December 7, 1866. (Date could actually be 1864 - not clear in the handwriting)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill with list of supplies and groceries purchased on account of Sarah Tracy, October through December 1866. Paid on December 17, 1866. Receipt by Nathaniel Boush and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSales record of money made at Mount Vernon in 1866-1867 by selling crops, bouquets, photographs. and entrance fees.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-16; p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill showing meats purchased on the MVLA's account with John W. Benter in Alexandria, Virginia, Reverse side acknowledges payment of $32.40.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in December 1867. Acknowledges payment at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in January through February 1868. Acknowledges payment at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of the MVLA's account by MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. It includes income and expenditures from 23 November 1867 to 26 February 1868. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in March and April 1868. Acknowledges receiving payment of $27.14.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for goods purchased by the MVLA from Geo. Washington, General Commission Merchant, Alexandria, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill from The American Tea Company for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA, May through July 1868.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for meat purchased by the MVLA from John W. Benter, during July 1868. Acknowledge payment at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for meat purchased by the MVLA from John W. Benter during August 1868.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA from The American Tea Company in September and October 1868.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of a bill with acknowledgement of payment from John W. Benter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge W. Riggs' final account to the Regent and Vice Regents of the MVLA as Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA from the American Tea Company during January through May 1870. Payment noted on June 3, 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for $164.70 for work done by Edgar Stevor at Mount Vernon in March and April 1872. Marked as received payment in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom Jay Cooke Co. in Washington, D.C. to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham - financial statement for the Masonic Monument Fund from 26 April 1871 to 1 June 1872. The balance is $1049.53.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 161, AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay the MVLA Secretary or Superintendent $300 from the Mount Vernon account, from Mrs. Martha Mitchell, Vice Regent of Wisconsin and Chairman of the Executive Committee, to F.D. Cooke, MVLA Tresurer. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 18; p. 239, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copies of letters from Governor Wells to the MVLA regarding financial transactions including bills for legal services, payments on the wharf, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for work done by F.A. (Franklin A.) Whelan including \"painting on roof, cupola, windows etc. of Mansion House, Butlers House, Dairy, etc.\" with total of $66.00, dated August 27, 1874. Marked payment received on September 1, 1874.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Regent in account with Riggs \u0026amp; Co. Washington, D.C. ER-20, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis 30 December check by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes is on Jay Cooke \u0026amp; Co. Bankers for $100.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis 17 January check by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes is on Jay Cooke \u0026amp; Co. Bankers for $100.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. He notes that he received her checks for $829.67 and $500.00.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 22-3; p. 3, ADS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Benjamin Yancey in Charleston, South Carolina to Ann Pamela Cunningham. He states that he received from her two bonds of the Commonwealth of Virginia worth $1000 each. The first bond is redeemable after 1 January 1887 and the second after 1 July 1888. They are due with coupons for the last payment attached and are to be delivered to William H. McFarlane, MVLA Treasurer. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 12, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMultiple checks written by the MVLA for various payments. Riggs Bank and Burke and Herbert Bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for payments from Ann Pamela Cunningham or the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III, some written in the hand of John Augustine Washington or signed by APC.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for bonds from the  Virginia State Treasurer in Richmond, Virginia, to Mrs. Alice H. Dickinson, the MVLA Vice Regent of North Carolina. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 14; p. 112, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Richmond, Virginia, by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edward Everett. She notes that she received from him $2696.40, which is to be applied to the purchase of Mount Vernon. Photograph copy with the original in folder.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 9; p. 164\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotograph copy of a promissory note by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to John A. Washington III. She promises to pay Washington $57,000 plus interest by 1 January 1859 towards the purchase of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for money given by Anna Cora Ritchie to Ann Pamela Cunningham through Susan Pellet. Also notes check sent to Mr. Washington. Note regarding money from bonds and interest on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy of receipt written by John Augustine Washington III for payment made by the MVLA on April 7, 1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Devereux \u0026amp; Co. to Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging that the company borrowed $150.00 from her.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund No. 1 to Robert Bonner for $10,000. Signed by Edward Everett. Folder also includes photograph copy.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 9; p. 208, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy of a note for payment of $57,000 to John Augustine Washington III toward purchase of Mount Vernon in December 1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Riggs Bank and the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III for $59,242 toward purchase of Mount Vernon. First installment made after initial down payment in April 1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate for donation of 50 cents to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund by No. 34 Charlotte Everett Wise, signed by Edward Everett. Photograph copy also in folder.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 9; p. 208, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $56.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co. The money was taken from the account of MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $450.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for one dollar by Mrs. C.M. Bissell, No. 158. Signed by Edward Everett.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA-580, M-1673\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for one dollar by Mrs. W.B. Spooner, No. 161. Signed by Edward Everett and Mr. Peabody. RM-918, ER-5450\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $10,000 payment by the MVLA through George W. Riggs to Burke and Herbert bank, John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-1051, ER-5692\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaretta Morse, the MVLA Vice Regent of Louisiana. Miss Cunningham acknowledges that she received from Mrs. Morse a check for $55.00 for Washington portraits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt recognizing payment from Margaret Ann Comegys, the MVLA Vice Regent of Delaware. Check for $65.00, money obtained from the sale of portraits and the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 80, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for two payments from the MVLA through George W. Riggs to John Augustine Washington III's account at Burke and Herbert Bank. First payment of $10,000, second payment of $5,000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $626.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from George W. Riggs to Ann Pamela Cunningham. He acknowledges receiving from her $686.00 for an MVLA contribution by Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e21-241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment by Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The receipt is for $13.00 for portraits. There are other notations regarding portraits and Records at the bottom of the receipt. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for Wells Fargo and Co.'s Express delivery of a gold bar from Louis M. Lane that is valued at $3302.74. The bar is to be forwarded to Philadelphia and delivered to Ann Pamela Cunningham. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-1-134\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $720.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $250.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from Margaretta Morse, Vice Regent of Louisiana, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $50.00. The money was obtained through the sale of Washington portraits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $460.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from Miss Cunningham to Devereux and Co. for $30.00, which came from portraits received by Mrs. Pellet. On the bottom of the document someone, possibly Ann Pamela Cunningham, has written the following: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-29; Box 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $100.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Wells Fargo \u0026amp; Co. paying Ann Pamela Cunningham $1163.64.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-1; p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $150.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment of Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The company acknowledges that it has received from Miss Cunningham $16.00, which came from portraits. On the bottom of the document, the following is written in another hand: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The company acknowledges that it has received from Miss Cunningham $21.00, which was transferred by Miss Kate L. Jarvis of Vermont. On the bottom of the document, the following is written in another hand: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate for donation of $1.00 to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for Thomas Nickerson, No. 1624. Signed by Edward Everett. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-1030; MS-5662\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co. The money was taken from the account of MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Sarah Sibley, the Vice Regent for Minnesota, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $30.00.\nER 11; p. 90, AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from Magdalen Blanding, Vice Regent for California, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $1163.64.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 135, AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $200.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note from Devereux \u0026amp; Co. to Ann Pamela Cunningham. The company promises to pay Miss Cunningham $2157.48 in four months.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. for $350.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $150.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $300.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $200.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $5000.00 from the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III's account at Burke and Herbert bank. ER-5693\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $600.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on George W. Riggs, Esq. Treasurer MVLA for $400\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $500.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck Mr. George W. Riggs Treasurer MVLA for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $600.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment of $43.72 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $500.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for Miss Tracy's service as a private secretary and for a washerwoman. Miss Tracy notes receiving $35.50 from APC.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSee also p. 88. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for Miss Tracy's service as a private secretary and for a washerwoman. Miss Tracy notes receiving $33.50 from APC.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSee also p. 88.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e16-83\nER 16; p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from N.B. Devereux to Ann Pamela Cunningham. Devereux notes that he received from Miss Cunningham $300.00 for the May number of the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-89; Box 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from APC to Sarah Tracy. Miss Tracy notes receiving $99.00, which covers two and a half months of Miss Tracy's salary in advance from 15 September to 15 December.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSee also receipts p. 83, 89, 92. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 88, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment of Ann Pamela Cunningham to Sarah Tracy for salary. Miss Tracy acknowledges receiving from Miss Cunningham $60.00 \"in advance of additional salary to be paid at the option of the [MVLA].\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSee also receipts, p. 83, 88.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 89, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from the MVLA to James Reid Lambdin for painting a portrait of Ann Pamela Cunningham. It is a signed receipt with an itemized bill for work on the portrait.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAuth file M-405/A; AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment reads \"Rec Payment, John W. Benter\" with Washington 2 cent stamp. Date 1863 written on the stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt written by E.W. Vyle, executor of John Augustine Washington's estate, for payment from Sarah C. Tracy. Vyle acknowledges receiving from Miss Tracy $100.00, which is due to the estate.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 111, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo receipts from Wm. and J.C. Martin \u0026amp; Co. in Columbia to Ann Pamela Cunningham. The receipts are for Confederate bonds which were worth $2743.50 and $2746.20.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 176\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt is from George Siggers to Upton H. Herbert, MVLA Superintendent. Siggers acknowledges receiving from Herbert $53.00 for 50 bushels of corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John R. Masters to the MVLA acknowledging he received $96.00 for purchase of coal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell in Philadelphia acknowledged payment from APC for $64.37 for photographs sold.from the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Upton Herbert acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter with receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham and forwarding his new address for his photography business. Acknowledges receiving $21.90 from her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Nalley for $272.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck to and from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $75.60.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaretta Morse for $61.60.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to F.D. Richardson for $22.16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to W. Arthur Taylor for  $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Upton Herbert for $1500.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt acknowledging payment by the MVLA \"for all indebtedness to Miss S.C. Tracy.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 16; p. 144, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $300.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to Wise \u0026amp; Co. for $127.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to MVLA Superintendent Upton H. Herbert for $92.97.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham for bills for furniture, crockery, etc. for $111.40.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $45.75.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to George Washington for $32.52.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mr. Legg for $200.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Washington \u0026amp; Herbert (previously cataloged as Washington L. Herbert) for $27.41.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck made out to \"myself\" by Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Nalley for $100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $100.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Craig for $200.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell of Philadelphia acknowledging the payment of Miss S.W. Tiffey for $30.00 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to A.T. Lynn for $80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from S.W. Tiffey for $62.27 for photos sold at Mount Vernon. acknowledges receiving from her $62.27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for photos sold at Mount Vernon for $39.03.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $44.33 for photographs sold at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt is from Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging a payment from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth for $377.00, which was paid to him by Mr. Dongan \"on monthly settlement with Boat Co.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 160, AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $43.35 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $69.88 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to G.G. Cornwell \u0026amp; Son of the American Tea Company for $85.67.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $200.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $300.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $450.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $250.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten note to the bank, Jay Cooke and Co., by Ann Pamela Cunningham to pay Nancy Halsted $245.15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaret Comegys for $17.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Alexander Gardner for $49.22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Captain Stackpole for $110.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes. It is a check on Jay Cooke \u0026amp; Co. for $51.04.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging payment of $445.40 from Superintendent Hollingsworth.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 160, AS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edgar Stevor for $20.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for $250.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth for $200.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo documents regarding payment for insurance on Mount Vernon. Check for $62.50 from Wise and Co. to James Sykes, and a receipt or note on payment, Continental Insurance Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the bank, Jay Cooke \u0026amp; Co., to pay $300 to Mary McMakin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth to Mrs. Lily L.M. Berghmans (later Laughton), Acting Regent of the MVLA, for $1000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment to David Clair for $13.12 by the MVLA for \"carpenter's work on fence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment to George Hallings for $24.05 by the MVLA for \"carpenter's work on fence.\" for thirteen and three-quarters days of carpentry work on a fence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment to Edward Clare for $19.50 by the MVLA for \"work on fence.\"for thirteen days of carpentry work on a fence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from the MVLA to Thomas Craig for \"masonry work at the greenhouse laying a flue,\" and other work. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCanceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCanceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of contributions given in the state of Maine toward the Mount Vernon fund, ca. 1858. Probably written by the Vice Regent, Abba Little. ER-19, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter signed \"Senior Class\" of the women's college - College Temple - in Newnan, Georgia. Lists subscriptions collected by the senior class to contribute to Mount Vernon. Dated August 10, no year. ER-10-65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscribers, unknown source. ER-448\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscribers on \"Mrs. Catherine Ray's list\" of contributions to the Mount Vernon Fund, Caldwell Parish, LA. ER-445\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Moore, Carroll Parish, LA. ER-450\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Samuel Templeton in Monticello, Carroll Parish, LA. ER-447\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment list of subscribers or \"Subscription Paper of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" from Charleston, South Carolina. Notes written in Ann Pamela Cunningham's hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Scarborough at Lake Providence, LA. ER-442\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Bernan in Lake Providence, LA. ER-443\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected by Ninita L. Bry in multiple parishes in Louisiana including Ouachita, Jeffereson, Orleans, and Caldwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected in Madison Parish, LA - \"Mrs. Henrietta Amis' List - Acknowledge and Forwarded\" written on reverse. ER-449\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscriptions collected in Monroe Parish and Caldwell Parish, LA. Marked as \"Mrs. C. Rays' List.\" ER-444\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile copy of the list of subscribers in Orange County, North Carolina. R-354, PS-1193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Subscription Paper of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" collected for Rapides Parish, LA. Signed \"Mrs. Dr. Davidson's list.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Subscription Paper of the Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" with the first subscriber listed/signed as Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100. Other subscribers names written in her hand. ERL-33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnotated \"no. 64\" and \"Anna Cora Ritchie Vice Regent for Virginia\" on the front page. Only a few subscriptions are named. Gift of the Alderman Library, University of Virginia, 1981.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank form for subscriptions to Mount Vernon. Several correction notes to wording of the form.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with names J.W. Labouisse, Peter Labouisse, and Charles Labouisse. No amounts of subscriptions listed. ER-452\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of page 283 in the January 1856 Godey's Lady's Book listing subscriptions or donations to the \"Ladies' Mount Vernon Association.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"No. 237. Subscription book obtained by Mrs. Josiah Ballard, Lady Assistant Manager for Plympton, Appointed by Mrs. James H. Mitchell, Manager for Plymouth Co.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank certificate \"by virtue of the contribution of $_ is a Member of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union.\" Signed by Mary Morris Hamilton, Vice Regent for New York. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eR-359, ER-1197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscribers from Boeuff Prairie Parish, Franklin, Louisiana. List of Mrs. Mariana Grayson. Total money earned from these subscriptions was $30.50.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-432; AD\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted list of counties in New York with their total contributions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of subscribers and their contributions made toward purchasing fire equipment for the protection of Mount Vernon. List kept by Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief handwritten sketch of Ann Pamela Cunningham with information on Robert Cunningham, her father, on the reverse side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief handwritten biography and genealogy of Jane Maria Van Antwerp, Vice Regent for Iowa.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of a typed biography of John Augustine Washington III. It is a copy of the original typescript in Lawrence Washington's gift box of original manuscripts in Special Collections.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-524; ER-4312\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped biography of Mrs. Townsend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief handwritten sketch of Mrs. Louisa Cunningham, mother of Ann Pamela Cunningham. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 11; p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief notes made on the biographies of the first two Vice Regents of New Jersey, Phebe Ogden and Nancy Halsted. ERL-43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten draft describing several events in the early years of the MVLA written by an unknown person. ER-11-43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten draft describing some early events in the history of the MVLA, unknown author. ER-11-215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists grants and deeds that show the change of ownership of Mount Vernon. Written by Margaret Sweat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy (incomplete) of a typed memoir dictated by Fannie Keith Arnold about her aunt, Sarah Tracy. RM-205, TYP-2660/a\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copies and extracts of letters and reminiscences from the early history of the MVLA including the \"Reminiscences of Miss Cunningham\" by Miss Virginia Hale Watson Campbell for the Record Committee, paper noted by Mrs. Hudson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten account of the history of the Board of Visitors by Margaret Sweat. Covers dates 1856-1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief handwritten biographical sketch of Mary Goodrich, Vice Regent for Connecticut.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 74, A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted booklet with a letter from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Sarah Tracy concerning the earliest years and history of the MVLA in her own words.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted booklet with story and advertisements for \"Martha Washington's Hair Restorer.\" Unknown if affiliated with the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall print booklet \"Mount Vernon, A Poem by G.T. Ward, Esq., Written at the request of the ladies of the Florida Mount Vernon Association. Delivered at the Lake Bradford festival and other occasions. Published in Aid of the Mount Vernon Fund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaflet (3 copies) \"Aid to the Mount Vernon Fund, For the Purchase and Restoration of Washington's Home. Stuart's Gold-Mounted Oil Portrait of Washington.\" Portraits for sale by Devereux and Co. for the benefit of Mount Vernon. Includes description of portraits and teh MVLA's efforts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolded leaflet (2 copies) advertising the sale of Washington's portait by Devereux and Co. through the Vice Regents from each state.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping originally reported in the Chicago Tribune concerning a man named George S. Williams in LaSalle County who was collecting money on behalf of the MVLA without their knowledge or sanction.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-23; p. 296\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters between John Augustine Washington III and John H. Gilmer published in the Richmond Whig newspaper, 1854. Gilmer informs Washington that the ladies of Richmond and Manchester have appointed him to correspond with the proprietor of Mount Vernon in order to ascertain what price would be agreeable to convey Mount Vernon to the MVLA. He encloses the printed proceedings, constitution, and address of the MVLA (not included here). Gilmer hopes that Washington's reply will be satisfactory to all concerned. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-1-14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping entitled \"From Cape May,\" from the Pennsylvania State Committee, MVLA. The Committee responds to the proposal of the Southern Matron (Ann Pamela Cunningham) to purchase the home and grave of George Washington. Subscriptions were opened and officers were appointed in anticipation of the State Committee for Pennsylvania, which is to be formed by them in September.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-4-19; Box 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted booklet, \"Written and delivered in North Carolina, in 1856, for the benefit of the Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association.\" Gazette Job Print, Leaksville, N.C. 1896.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping with announcement of John Augustine Washington III's intention to sell Mount Vernon to the federal government or the State of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(From the N.Y. Commercial Advertiser) Announcing the passage of the Act of Incorporation for the MVLA and its intent to purchase Mount Vernon and give it to the State of Virginia. Includes contents and wording of the Act of Incorporation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaflet or broadside (2 copies) advertising the sale of \"Mementos of Mount Vernon\" or the \"Mount Vernon Gem,\" created in the Mount Vernon Factory by James Crutchett. The \"Gem\" is a likeness of Washington or his tomb mounted on a circular frame made of wood taken from the Mount Vernon estate. The leaflet also includes information on Crutchett's agreement with John Augustine Washington III which allowed him to remove wood from the estate and use it in the manufacture of souvenirs. Includes 2018-A-016.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping with printed letter from Virginia Governor Henry A. Wise, who writes from Richmond, to Anna Cora Ogden Ritchie, Mount Vernon Central Committee. The letter is his reply after the MVLA asked him to negotiate with John Augustine Washington III on their behalf. One other news clipping summarizes the correspondence but does not print it in full. Wise suggests that the organization prepare a constitution and by-laws as well as appoint Edward Everett their advocate and agent in raising funds.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete publication entitled \"Doc. No. 1\" (unknown source) with printed letters pertaining to the MVLA and the Acts of Incorporation for the Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping with printed letter from David Paul Brown of Philadelphia to Ann Pamela Cunningham answering an appeal, a pamphlet by \"A Southern Matron\" (Ann Pamela Cunningham). He offers his support to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"John A. Washington, Vindicated\" and \"An Oration on the Origin, Purposes and Claims of the Ladies' Mt. Vernon Association\" by Andrew H.H. Dawson. Savannah: E.J. Purse, Printer, No. 6 Whitaker Street. 1858\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolded leaflet or circular advertising the sale of an illuminated copy of Washington's Farewell Address for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association printed by Devereux and Co. Two copies, one with handwritten note to Ann Pamela Cunningham from G.T. Devereux.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 17; p. 8, ALS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted leaflet announcing the amendments to the Act of Incorporation for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Handwritten note at top reads \"Please publish this in New Orleans and announce that Mt. Vernon is to be the property of the Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union. Contract is already made.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopied from the \"New York Day Book\" this article appeared in the Mount Vernon Record and is titled \"Mount Vernon.\" It gives the names of prominent women in various states who are actively engaged in raising funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon and describes their \"indefatigable\" efforts. \nER 4; p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from a newspaper in North Carolina announcing a lecture or oration by Edward Everett on George Washington. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e9-241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClippings announcing the subscriptions collected in Florida toward the Mount Vernon Fund (one or both may be from the Mount Vernon Record).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4-130; p.130\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo short clippings discussing donations made to the Mount Vernon Fund, including money contributed by the \"Chauncy Hall School.\" Unknown newspapers or publication.\nER 4; p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping \"Purchase of the Mt. Vernon Estate\" and signed \"Connecticutensis.\" Provides a brief history of the movement with special reference to New York. It also discusses Edward Everett's gift and gives the names of active workers.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile of a news clipping with printed letters announcing an Edwin Booth performance to benefit the Mount Vernon Fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews article with printed correspondence between Ann Pamela Cunningham and John Augustine Washington III, and an announcement that the MVLA is to purchase the estate of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted article (5 copies) by Benson J. Lossing in the form of a letter to \"Mr. Editor.\" Lossing \"earnestly hope[s]...the whole sum required for the purchase, renovation and adornment of Mount Vernon will be in the hands of the [MVLA].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping with letter to the editor by the Vice Regent for Florida, Catherine Murat, concerning subscriptions and fundraising for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 4; p. 195, SL\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem written for the Mount Vernon Record - \"Mount Vernon\" by Mrs. Lydia H. Sigourney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted booklet \"Address of Past Grand Master R.K. Call, Delivered at the Capital of Florida, by Request of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, on the 24th of June, 1859...For the Benefit of the Mount Vernon Purchase.\" Tallahasee: Office of the Floridian and Journal, Printed by Jones \u0026amp; Dyke. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e4-250\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopies from Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine, February 1859, p. 176-178 with article on the progress of the \"Mount Vernon Association\" with list of its officers.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-250; ER-2747/a-c\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from the Puget Sound Herald celebrating Washington's birthday and raising awareness for the Ladies' Association's fundraising efforts. Gives extracts from appeals by a lady manager in Oregon, Mrs. Kate Williams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies of a printed letter from Devereux \u0026amp; Co. addressed to \"Madam.\" It is a notice sent to contributors to the Mount Vernon fund in order to enlist their support for the \"Mount Vernon Record.\" The company asks for the recipient's name as a patron to the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping, \"Editors of the Floridian \u0026amp; Journal\" describing a festival to benefit the Mount Vernon Fund. Signed \"Alpha.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from \"The Press\" in Philadelphia reporting on efforts to raise money for the purchase of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine\" with an article in the \"Editor's Table\" section entitled \"The Purchase of Mount Vernon,\" which comments on the MVLA's acquisition of George Washington's home. The article begins on page 560.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRM-744; ER-4989\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from an unknown Pennsylvania newspaper. The article is entitled \"Purchase of Mount Vernon--Another $10,000 Paid\" and describes the current work of the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping from a California newspaper with article on a \"Trip to Mount Vernon\" with intro \"For the Press.\" It comments favorably on the beauty of Mount Vernon and the work of the MVLA. Mentions Upton Herbert and West Ford. Signed J.H.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER 1; p. 136\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Extra\" issue of the Mount Vernon Record. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaflet or broadside entitled \"Special Notice\", with information about the sale of Washington portraits by N. Broughton Devereux and M.H. Traubel. Devereux reports that the future publication of \"Washington Portraits\" will be under the management of M.H. Traubel. Traubel gives notice that he will take orders for portraits. He also wants to be informed whether any portraits ordered from the late firm of Devereux \u0026amp; Co. have not been delivered, since the MVLA is anxious to fill arrears orders.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eER-D-76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript copy of an announcement in the Charleston Daily Courier, 26 November 1860 regarding Ann Pamela Cunningham's move to Alexandria, VA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter or appeal from Christie Johnson, former secretary, to the Vice Regents of the MVLA. She appeals for a peace convention at Mount Vernon.\nER 13; p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipping, letter addressed to \"Messrs. Editors\" stating states that Mount Vernon has not been overrun by a band of rebels. Since the Federal occupation of Alexandria, Virginia, not one Southern soldier has visited Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e15-79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted address of Ann Pamela Cunningham upon her retirement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the \"Laurensville Herald,\" a South Carolina newspaper. It discusses the death and funeral of former MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham at the age of 58.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Message reports various family situations and related news items. John will bring Maria to stay with A.P.C. for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. Acknowledges receipt of her note and is just now finding time to answer same. Is sorry to hear of her illness. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Expresses her desire to see Mount Vernon perserved and is willing to try and raise money to accomplish this. She sees this as a duty for American women. Draft and transcription of the letter in separate folders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 p. Is sending a bank book with this note which indicates that he deposited in Farmers Bank to the credit of Miss Cunningham the checks accompanying her note of the third last. He returns the check for $200 as requested by Mrs. Pellet. The bonds were placed in the vault. ER-10-37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. Reports that he has read the Association's eloquent appeal in the newspaper - hopes the Bill will be a success throughout the \"Old Dominion.\" Does not wish to lend his name at this time. ER-3-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Has read about the Southern Matron's plan to purchase Mount Vernon and asks for a subscription book and instructions for carrying on MV work. An Albany New York friend wishes also to help the cause. Offers to give references of character and suitability for work. ER-13-195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Awaits answer to the letter he sent to John A. Washington regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon. If satisfactory he will start to raise $200,000 in Virginia. Mode of investment of trusts can be satisfactory. ER-3-3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Tact and knowledge of Virginians needed. Richmond papers published proceedings and address, the county papers followed suit. As representative of Va. Central Mount Vernon Association, has asked John A. Washington his price for Mount Vernon. Business aspects needed now. ER-3-4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Editor of Southern Watchman knows the identity of the Southern Matron. Counsels against keeping affairs secret. He has kept her desire in this to date, but advises that she now reveal her identity. ER-3-5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Gilmer encloses copies of his letters to John A. Washington and replies therefrom. His feeling that the Association needs business-like organization. Has written Washington in very plain terms and may ask for an interview. Regarding keeping her identity unknown, he states that he receives thousands of requests for her name. Misunderstandings that arise. ER-3-7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Approves the Inquirer's note but thinks it not explicit about first steps for formation of committee at Cape May. Dr. Freeman offers plans for reaching orgs. and individuals and wants APC to meet him. Discusses holding public meetings. Asks how APC can keep her name from public. ER-13-197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. He approves of her not writing to John A. Washington and thinks his own letters will force Mr. Washington to act. ER-3-8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Louisburg, Franklin County, North Carolina. Arete Johnson, a lady manager for the MVLA, writes to another woman entreating her to help with the cause of raising money for the purchase of Mount Vernon. She explains that she has been assigned this duty as the \"Presiding Lady\" of Franklin County but needs the help of others. Johnson places emphasis on collecting money from other women and girls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites on behalf of sick sister. Refers to dedicating writings to her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArranging a visit when her sister will be there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. Has sent a statement to Mr. Brewster for newspaper. Asks for copies of yesterday's Inquirers. She and three other ladies will do all possible before meeting. ER-13-218\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 p. Invitation to visit her as she is currently paying a brief visit to her sister in Brookline, MA. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. \"With every disposition to gratify the Ladies of the South whom you so eloquently represent, I must yet reluctantly adhere to the position I have already taken, viz to dispose of Mount Vernon only to the United States or to Virginia directly.\" ER-9-5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. The publication of John A. Washington's decision is depressing. Reports activities by Mrs. Harrison and others. ER-1-11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Thinks she has decided literary talents and hopes the use of them will occupy her mind. Is difficult in getting a magazine to accept articles by young writers but that is an objection that can be surmounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Miss Cunningham regrets the delay in publications as she fears it may lose help and support. The Mausoleum project is secondary. ER-1-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Miss Cunningham hopes for notice in the January number of Lady's Book. She relies on Mr. Gilmer's advice and efforts in securing Mount Vernon. For her own information she asks for copies of letters sent out regarding Mount Vernon. ER-1-17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Expresses appreciation of his devotion to the cause. Miss Hale of Lady's Book called and approved \"my letter.\" Some Washington cousins offer their influence with John A. Washington. Mrs. McFarland offers piece of first coffin in which George Washington was buried. ER-1-15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Discusses Virgini'as place in the Association. Gives directions to Vice Regents in Pennsylvania and Georgia. Savannah's response is favorable. Official publications are now needed also February 22nd celebrations. Severe illnesses are alwasy delaying her plans. South Carolina and Alabama are inactive; Mrs. Harrison gives reason for Virginia's apathy. Is weighed down by responsibility of undertaking and worker's dependence on her. She regrets the publication of John A. Washington's letter. ER-1-19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Collectors to meet at Mrs. Claghorn's. Letters received from other parts of the State. Mr. Moran has not received subscription book. ER-13-215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Her husband will arrange for her to meet General Smith on his return to the city, is now \"stumping\" the state. ER-13-196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 p. Regarding the Regent's sending a note of thanks to the Editors of the Bulletin and the Inquirer. ER-13-216\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Regarding publicity in the Bulletin which will print one hundred circulars for twelve dollars. Regrets Richmond delay. Will show circulars to Dr. Freeman. ER-13-217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. Mrs. Milward asks Miss Cunningham not to employ Mr. Moran on subscriptions as she has a more qualified person in mind. ER-13-194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOld Trinity Church has \"stars and stripes\" and also \"Eagle\" on wal - Church in olden days burial place of Dortmough family whose Coat of Arms was stars and stripes. This family married into Washington family. Eagle on Coat of Arms of Washington family. Author could be Mrs. Greenough or Mrs. Goodrich. (VRs).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Had one thousand pamphlets printed which are the gift of Mr. Gaskill and some other gentleman. ER-13-199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pp. retained copy. Miss Cunningham appeals to Mrs. Ritchie to enlist her aid in the \"cause.\" She cites the fine work of North Carolina and Georgia. of Mrs. Mead and Mrs. Randolph Harrison; Virginia's inactivity; the \"chilling\" effects of John A. Washington's published letter. She requests that her \"incognito\" be preserved. ER-1-27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. She sends a letter to Mrs. Ritchie through Mr. Gilmer; thinks that her abilities will be a great asset to the Association. Richmond committee inactive - a new one may bring better results - one thousand publications are ready for the north - Only personal appeals bring results. ER-1-27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Reports that Mrs. Dickinson, Vice Regent for North Carolina raised twelve dollars. Expresses despair over Mr. John A. Washington's letter. She wishes to enlist Mrs. Ritchie's talents. One thousand Mount Vernon pamphlets printed for distribution - were donated by a gentleman. ER-1-25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pp. Impatient over the delay in distributing the one thousand publications - Richmond committee's inactivity and delay in sending material to Lady's Book - Discusses published answer to John A. Washington - Insists Virginia must lead as \"Mother State\" - Declares that a \"full purse\" not merits count now - Central Committee includes \"Richmond Committee\" and Virginia Ladies - She commends Mrs. Ritchie's energy and practical ideas; urges wider publicity through newspapers, especially in Virginia - Discusses Central Committee - a \"Circular to the Ladies of the Union\"; a substitute inserted for a communication regarding the Cetnral Committee - Plans for a meeting in Richmond. ER-1-29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Matters regarding publicity for the Association - Asks for insturctions in going to Georgia. ER-3-9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pp. John A. Washington insists on the publication of her original letter - Gives causes of and remedies for Gilmer's substitute letter which she had not seen before publication - Declares time has come for more formal organization, for corresponding and recording secretaries and adequate publicity. ER-1-31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Mount Vernon Association met the 19th in Richmond. Includes the names of ladies to send publicity literature. Reports Mrs. Ritchie's activities. ER-3-9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Passes on some advice relative to the fundamentals of journalism. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 pp. Replies to his desire to have a more organized Association. ER-1-37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Editors of Literary Messenger deliver addresses on Mount Vernon Association, February 22, with appeal for purchase of Mount Vernon. Begs Regent to write clearly so there will be no misunderstandings, ER-3-9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pp. Incomplete. She offers personal advice that Annie Frobisher must not let her personal trouble break her spirit. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Philadelphia. 4 pp. In a draft copy of an appeal, Ann Pamela Cunningham outlines the history and aims of the southern Mount Vernon Association. See also: Series 2. Appeals - \"Washington Circular\", 24 November 1854, and another draft appeal to the Daughters of Washington, 27 March 1855. ER-11-205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Reports that illness in family interrupts her Mount Vernon work, but notes all that Ann Pamela Cunningham asks and will do all possible. ER-13-221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Mrs. Ritchie reports that she is recovering from illness and will go to stay at Brandon on the James River. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Sorry to have missed seeing you, but was obliged to go to Boston. Hopes to call on Tuesday when travels to Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Pellet and others canvas Richmond for funds; circulars sent to prominent men; other publicity. Despairs of understanding discussion on constitution. Dissatisfaction with two committees. ER-3-10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Letter contains a number of personal matters, among them she plans to visit Boston. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pp. The circulars requested were sent; refers to lack of harmony in the Association and advises turning all \"motives\" into benefit work for Mount Vernon; appointment of honorary members; reports on various individuals helping Mount Vernon; Mrs. Hale, Lady's Book continues to give space to Mount Vernon. ER-3-11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. two copies. The Committee regrets that they did not understand Miss Cunningham's views and wishes regarding the nature of teh duties required of the Central Committee. Now propose to adopt the Constitution forwarded to APC through Mrs. Ritchie. The Committee proposes four names for membership. ER-10-39, ER-3-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. MacFarland renders an opinion relative to the changing of the Constitution of the Mount Vernon State Committee. ER-3-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Is very critical of the Richmond group. Asks if APC will separate from them if new organization has been formed. ER-13-200\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. She reports attending two meetings of State Commitee; disapproves of reorganization; She will continue to work but not as an officer; State Committee plans to publish proceedings and constitution in a pamphlet for national distribution. Publicity continues in Messenger and also through Miss Hale. The Regent's official letter was received by the Committee. Has given the Post Office orders for delivery of mail for the defunct Central Committee of the Union. ER-3-14ER-3-14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pp.\n- Dr. Freeman, continued support\n- Richmond Committee, reorganization of \n- Cape May Movement\n- Gov. Pollock's Speech\n- Dr. Hodge, Cape May trip, pub. of papers\n- Mrs. Ritchie, in praise of\n- Favors MVLA as a national organization\nER 13 p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pp.\n- MVLA circulars received \n- Dr. Freeman, meeting with\n- Augustus Duganne (poet) offers assistance\n- Bunch and McClellan poetry to be published\n- Resolutions to be ready the 24th\nER-13\np. 202, 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Society is now organizing a committee for the purpose of raising funds to aid the movement for the restoration of George Washington's tomb. Signed by Henri de L'Eluse, A. Lanson, F.C. Forbes, H. Frey, G. Yehl, St.Gaudens.\nER-3\np. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp.\n- Dr. Freeman, sent to Norfolk to help with epidemic was unable to procure copies of the resolution\n- Grand Council, should be postponed until after next month\n- Ladies in the West, no reply\n- Fife, presented by G.W. to Mr. Fulkrod at Battle of Germantown\n- Mr. Wagner unable to contribute\nER-13\np. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3pp. \nAn appeal to the women of foreign lands for aid in the rescue of Mount Vernon.\nER-11\np. 202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pp. \nGeneral discussion and criticism of the new State Association of Virginia. Requests the Regent to send a few lines of report to the Messenger and to Godeys, until the Richmond matter is settled.\nER-3\np. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp.\nRequests approval of an Appeal to the Women of Pennsylvania, \"enclosed\" but not in the file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtracts, Holograph, 2 pp.\nsee cards dated 25 August 1855, 13 October 1855, and 23 October 1855\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Discusses the legal and political positions which will most advantageously advance the goal of the MVLA. Includes Mr. Mason's recommendation re: Act of Incorporation to gain a charter and open subscriptions for purchase fund. ER-3 pp. 19, 21, 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHolograph, 5 pp. (handwriting not identified). \"Mr. Mason's Recommendations\" for the incorporation of the MVLA. Outline consisting o 9 sections. \nER-3\npp. 21, 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Regrets misapprehensions between the two societies of the MV Association of Virginia, declares their Loyalty to the Cause, and mentions that she and Mrs. Cabell were the first to awaken interest of the Ladies of Richmond in MV cause.\nER-3\np. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of A.L.S. 4 pp. ER-3 p. 17 of same date. Except for occasional changes in phraseology, same as above.\nER-16\np. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. Regrets that she will not be able to meet with Miss Cunningham as planned, due to severity of her husband's illness.\nER-13\np. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. \n- Acknowledges receipt of letter and package.\n- J.A. Washington is the major obstacle in the realization of the Ladies' goal. Patience and perseverance is the best way to pursue their goal.\n- No lock of hair, last given Lafayette during last U.S. visit.\n- Notes GW gave him a gold sleeve button in 1789, which he then gave to Lafayette on his last visit to U.S. \nER-3\np. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Mr. Hazlehurst cordially approves of the patriotic efforts of the Ladies of America. Is at present unable to make a formal statement. Will contact Dr. Mitchell as soon as he is free. Have just finished writing upon the Appeal.\nER-13\np. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Discusses the propriety of approaching Mr. Pierce Butler for a third time. Mr. Milward's advice \"is sure it would be very impolite to proceed as you and Mrs. Crossman intend.\"\nER-13\np. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Congratulates Miss Cunningham on her \"great\" accomplishments. Discloses her great disappointment in Mrs. Richards. Secured a speech from Mrs. Dallas. Bishop Potter's support should be advised. No politics, no sectarianism should even be hinted at.\nER-13\np. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile extract of previous letter. ER-13, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Sorry to hear of Mr. Huntington's accident. Suggests certain of Swedenborg's works as good reading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pp. \"Projected Movements\" in Richmond and St. Louis; re: fundraising. Mrs. John Tyler asked to serve on a committee. Mrs. Ritchie declines to be president of central committee, will serve as secretary.\nER-3\np. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Regrets he cannot deliver an oration as was requested by the Ladies of the central committee.\nER-3\np. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Plans an appointment to take APC to the State House.\nER-13\np. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile extracts of previous letter. ER-13, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp.COPY Re: the forming of an Association in New Hampshire.\nER-3\np. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Declares loyalty to Regent and discusses certain communications with Savannah and Georgia Ladies.\nER-3\np. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 3 pp. Invitation to deliver a speech on the life and character of George Washington, in Richmond. ER-3, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 3 pp. Invitation to speak in Richmond. ER-3, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Reports Mr. Wise's refusal to support the MVLA in any way. ER-3, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3pp. Accepts the invitation to deliver his oration in Richmond. ER-9, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2pp. Has not received proofs from printer Gaskill; fears information will be too lated for Mrs. Hale. ER-13, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Asking him and the Honorable R.C. Winthrop to deliver addresses on February 22nd in Richmond. ER-3, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2pp. Facsimile copy of proposed legislation - An Act to Invest the MVLA Fund and to Authorize the Purchase of a Portion of Mount Vernon place. Sends copy of bill for examination and requests critical comments. ER-3 p. 35, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2pp. Not able to write clergy. Suggests condensed statement of Charter for newspaper. ER-13, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2pp. Disapproves of Mrs. Davenport's conduct. Need for new President. Has written Mr. Brewster; advises telling indeferent persons little about business hereafter. ER-13, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2pp. Reports on preparations for assembly in \"hall.\" ER-13, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. pp. 6 Will write editor of Louisville Journal send appeal and ask him to write an editorial. Has not seen Mrs. Gaskill. Must stir up Philadelphia soon. Wishes they could enlist Mrs. Hale's interest. Will see Dr. Mackay and others soon. ER-13, pp. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Refers to her letter to editor of \"Ledger\" - but refers to her husband's feeling that he may not agree to print the circular as hoped. ER-13, p. 214\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Endeavors to see the Editor of the \"Morning Times.\" Re: publication of circuler. Mrs. Gaskill was pleases with the \"messenger\" acknowledgement. ER-13, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pp. Disapproval of Richmond group, advises her to \"cast them off\" suggests APC talk with Harrison and Dr. Freeman. Resents Richmond Association treatment of APC, approves of Mrs. Ritchie, and sympathizes with her position. ER-13, p. 230-231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3pp. Disappointed with pub. reports of meeting. Approved of Mr. Brewster's speech. Need more orators. Comments on waning patriotism. ER-13, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Report on preparations for meeting at the Hall. ER-13, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. A personal and private visit will be necessary to air views. ER-13, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Everyone at Hall, Ready for meeting, but still lack speakers. ER-13, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Public meetings over, must get to Association work. Pennsylvania not collecting funds for Virginia, each state acts for itself and has own organ. Plan for funds finally to be paid to U.S. Treasury until deed is secured. ER-13, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHolograph of letter, 2 pp. Portion of letter re: J.A. Washington correspondence concerning purchase of Mount Vernon by the Ladies' Association. Need to publish letter which Mr. Washington agrees to sell the Estate, before more funds are solicited. ER-1, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Explains various changes in Act for purchase of Mount Vernon drawn up December 31, 1855. Committee orders Bill presented to Assembly; does not approve making President of the U.S. and State of Virginia Government co-trustees; preparation of charter and by-laws. ER-3, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Will republish Cunningham's report of December 3 in the Southern Literary Messenger. Requests more circulars. Wonders what her real name is. Will organize women of St. Louis as soon as weather permits. ER-14, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Re: Bill to Virginia Legislature explaining amendment to include legal descendants of GW or J.A. Washington; 2 years given to organize; also literature to procure passage of Bill. Declares committee gave him no help on Bill. ER-3, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. No opposition in General Assembly expected. Notes changes in Amendment; strikes out word \"place\" after Mount Vernon; 5 years instead of 4 to incorporate; defines interments to John Augustine Washington's children. Governor Wise has no veto. Encloses handwritten copy of Va. Code ch. 56, sect. 1-2 re: incorporation of companies. ER-3, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Forwards a resolution of the MVLA of Pennsylvania suggesting that as President of the Central Commitee, she request the Chief Justice of the U.S. to act with Virginia Governor as a trustee of Mount Vernon estate and a third trustee appointed if expedient. ER-13, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Plans an entertainment. Sends APC some of her publicity. Plans to be in Richmond the 22nd. ER-14, p.91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has examined Act of Virginia Assembly before Legislature, together with letter of late Mr. Berrien, finds no impropriety in act referred to, nor is it at variance with Mr. Berrien's letter re: procuring purchase funds for Mount Vernon. Charter with Constitution and Bylaws should be drawn up and submitted to the Governor of Virginia. ER-13, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: passage of Bill in spite of Mr. Taylor's opposition. Delay dangerous as Virginia legislature may adjourn in 2 days. Plans to stir up apathetic workers when Bill passes. Mr. Everett may speak in Philadelphia en route to Richmond. Urges Regent to have personal interview with Everett. ER-3, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Called up Mount Vernon Bill. Mr. Taylor of Alexandria moved to lay on table as J.A. Washington assured him he would sell only to Virginia or to U.S. Since Association has 5 years to purchase, J.A. Washington may change his mind - so Bill goes forward. ER-3, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests to know something of the Ladies' Association for the purchase of Mount Vernon - what is its modus operandi; does it have any funds? does it have refusal of Mount Vernon from the owner, J.A. Washington? ER-310\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses letter of introduction to Mr. Everett from Mr. Ritchie. Enlists editor J.A. Thompson's efforts to reach Mr. Everett. Mrs. Pellet of Central Committee, Richmond, extends Mr. Everett invitation to lecture. Mrs. R's musicale ends with efforts to enlist Gov. Floyd and others in Bill. Legislature remains in session till March 19, Mrs. Ritchie will go to Capitol when Bill comes up. ER-3, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. from Arlington House. Glad model of Bastille has been given \"a better locality.\" Made of stone of the Bastille, presented to GW by Lafayette. After Martha Washington's death, G.W. Parke Custis placed model in Alexandria museum for safe keeping, from when transferred to care of Government. Auth File W-402.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned \"Southern Matron\" - Hon. Edward Everett to deliver address on character of Washington in Philadelphia for benefit of Association. He will also deliver it in Washington City and New York if someone will extend him an invitation - begs him to extend invitation. MSS 900\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lectures in Washington. ER-3, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lecture in Washington, Editor of the Intelligence thinks Mount Vernon should be U.S. property - used for summer place of President - defended by \"few, old, invalided officers.\" ER-3, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lecture in Washington, is advised on its conduct by President's secretary. ER-3, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Notifies Regent Bill has passed both Houses. Leaves papers Regent sent him with Governor Wise as basis for his argument with J.A. Washington to sell Mount Vernon. Papers to be on Regent's order. ER-3. p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon Bill passed both Houses with only 2 dissenting votes. Mr. Langfitt presented Bill. Ladies attended both Houses in a body. Detailed description of way opposition was overcome. ER-3, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks for a rough copy of a letter re: contract, for the newspapers. ER-3, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mr. Everett to speak that day in Richmond. Sixty ladies petitioned him for return benefit. Maryland Institute also invites him. Comments on Bill. Gives her opinion of workers in Richmond. Mrs. Semmes delighted to resign as Pres. pro tem. etc. ER-3, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Re: Everett's speech in Richmond. Inquires about procedure in forming an Association. ER-3, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pp. Expects Everett in St. Louis. Has no \"lady\" assistants as yet but gentlemen friends helping. Has ordered at her own expense 500 circulars, APC's letter and 1100 copies of subscription list printed. Explains plan for interesting ladies and Press. ER-14, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Sends copy of N.Y. Commercial, with editorial notice of Bill for Virginia legislature. Asks for official copy of Bill, the Constitution, contract of sale, etc. ER-10, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pp. Is to repeat lecture in Philadelphia. Wishes as little personal notice as possible so as not to stir up enemies. Proceeds of lecture in Richmond were $858; at Petersburg has not heard; at U. of Virginia $550; 1500 tickets at $1 each sold in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pp. Sends Regent's Appeal and letter to Ladies re: two committees residing in Richmond. ER-3, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to speak to citizens of Charleston. A-700\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for papers sent and bouquet. Fears his address, nearly 2 hours in length, too great a tax on Regent's strength. ER-9, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4pp. The writer describes a lecture on George Washington given by the well-known orator Edward Everett, who raised over $2000 in one night on behalf of the Mount Vernon cause. RM-760, ER-5024\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Edward Everett's lecture. Mrs. Wilson (worker) insists on meeting Southern Matron. Rumors J.A. Washington will not sell to Ladies. Says her incognito is no longer kept. Mr. Everett says he will give address to Mount Vernon when he finishes with it. Asks editors to be sent facts on purchase of Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Acknowledges letter giving manifold difficulties in securing charter. Sends his form of procedure for raising and securing funds in their region. Delayed by J.A. Washington's refusal to sell. ER-10, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Has just read J.A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Sends newspaper article, also one by Horace Greeley. ER-14, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sent copy with Charter to editor Williamson for newspaper, clippings to be sent to other newspapers. Hopes he will publish Bill. Suggests printing Mssrs. Washington and Johnson's letters. Thinks MIss Lawson will help. Contributions in Independence Hall boxes increasing. ER-13, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S St. Louis. Will cease activities until she hears officially re: John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Is ready to have \"Bill incorporating Association\" printed in papers throughout State. Mrs. Ritchie has sent her literature re: E. Everett lectures. ER-14, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond (copy) APC asks her to become Recording Secretary to Central Committee: accepts on condition of a more influential person can be found, during reorganization of Association in act of incorporation in Virginia legislature, such person shall promptly supplant her, and Mrs. P. will become corresponding secretary. Chooses Miss S.M. Johnson for her assistant. ER-16, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Glad of her approval of Judge Berrian's Bill for legislature. Reports Sunday meeting after church to rally workers, but fear for its success because of J.A. Washington's attitude. Asks Miss C. to obtain a clear statement from J.A. Washington re: sale of Mount Vernon and publish both letters. Commends the Philadelphia Enquirer's article by APC. Regrets misunderstanding of Mr. Gilmer's address. $1900 now on hand including E. Everett's lecture in Petersburg. ER-10, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: publicity in newspapers; wishes APC to call on editor Williamson. Suggests a \"paid\" denial be put in Ledger. Urges APC to call on various editors. ER-13, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Regent's publication on J.A. Washington's letter skillfully written - whose short note was an unlucky circumstance. Suggests methods of following this up. Since leaving Philadelphia, repeated address at Princeton, Newark, Brooklyn, Providence and has invested $4000 of proceeds in 7% bonds. Will not be in Philadelphia again before Fall. Plans extensive trip South and West and will speak again in Philadelphia if advisable. Invitations to speak from all parts of country come in daily. ER-9, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Cannot deliver his address in Charleston until autumn or winter when he proposes making an extended tour of the West and South. A-700.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston. Will be unable to speak in Charleston until autumn or winter - will write a formal letter explaining this to Citizens group. A-700.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Washington (fragment of letter). $800 collected at Edward Everett's lecture. Arousing public interest depends upon who holds Mount Vernon in trust; public hasn't faith in J.A. Washington. Suggests U.S. ownership. ER-3, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Complies with request to repeat address on Character of Washington at Springfield. Present owner of Mount Vernon has some doubts about method of ceding estate, but is sure it will eventually become public property. Is keeping sums he collects for purchase in trust, without deductions for personal expenses. If project fails, funds will be used for \"some other patriotic purpose of general interest connected with memory of Washington.\" ER-9, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped extracts from multiple letters from Edward Everett to his daughter, Charlotte Everett Wise, dated April 29, 1856, May 13, 1856, January 22, 1856, and March 31, 1856. He discusses his lectures and fundraising efforts on behalf of the MVLA. ER-9, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2p. Concerning his lectures to raise money for the Association and the investment of the proceeds; Requests payment for last evening's program. RM-600, ER-4468\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Everett's approaching visit to Philadelphia; negotiations with J.A. Washington, and Gov. Wise's jeopardizing course; may make a trip to Mount Vernnon. Refers to editorial in Enquirer on J.A. Washington's letter. ER-1, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAPC makes her case imploringly - notes her poor health. Asks to visit Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4276\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Editor Seaton able to print only short articles on Mount Vernon. Asks if Governor is performing duties imposed on him by Mount Vernon charter. ER-3, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Boston. (signature cut out). Goes to Trenton en route West. Has received proceeds from Washington and Brooklyn lectures. Thinks J.A. Washington will not yield to personal appeal this time, but does not discourage Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Cunningham from going to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses New York Daily News article from May 5, 1856, defending John Augustine Washington against attacks in the press. RM-523, 4277 (alternate card numbers RM-524, ER-4294)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Much distressed over John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends her Bushrod W. Herbert's address, recommends Newton's Mansion Hotel as best hotel in Alexandria, is cordial in anticipating her approaching visit. Declares he is determined to ignore the slanderous and untruthly statements made about him in the press. ER-9, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2p. Boston. Outlines his conditions for giving his Washington lecture. RM-600, ER-4487\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Suggest against Frobisher taking position as a governess. However, will look for such a position for her in Virginia. A-280 (or A-780?)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Governor Wise's counsel sound in first part of his letter. Constitution and bylaws mus be re-adopted under Art. of March 17, and approved by the Gov. Gilpin will advise her on organization under Act. Cannot be made an \"agency\" as Gov. Wise proposes. Advises Association continue its policy, only extending its operations; publicity and subscription lists published. Repeats his address once or twice a week. State of public affairs discouraging to patriotic appeals. ER-9, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hopes Bushrod Herbert may meet Regent in Alexandria. Wrote Burke and Herbert on receipt of Miss Cunningham's letter. ER-10, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Governor Wise's letter published with general satisfaction; encloses some clippings. Regent and Mrs. Ritchie disagree on Governor's attitude toward Mr. Everett. Mr. Tyler publishes his lecture. ER-3, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Mrs. Ritchie comments on Frobisher's idea of being a governess. Mrs. Ritchie mentions trip to Blue Ridge and expresses indignation at the attack on Senator Sumner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wellsburg, Virginia. Regrets Governor Wise had entered into negotiations with J.A. Washington. Analyzes \"Act\" and suggests nature of organization, appointing a \"supreme head\" (perhaps in Richmond), Committees, a \"proper and judicious constitution and bylaws\". States and counties would then be in competition with each other. ER-3, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Attempts to obtain some legal advice APC desires. Commends Mrs. Ritchie - reading her \"mimic life.\" ER-13, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends him a letter from MVLA to Roger A. Pryor, Editor Richmond Enquirer in reply to editorial of June 6. Hope it meets his approval. ER-1, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Pleased Miss Cunningham is going to Mount Vernon. Refers to \"fierce tone\" of Richmond Enquirer. Asks her to tell John Augustine Washington that E. Everett does not ignore his unwillingness to sell, but goes on general principles that sooner or later Mount Vernon will \"become a public possession.\" Finds last few weeks discouraging. Everett's health not good. Has a photographic view of Tomb to send her. ER-9, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mayor Conrad desires wife \"have nothing whatever to do with Mount Vernon cause.\" If Dr. Freeman fails, will try editor of Know-Nothing organ. ER-13, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Frobisher for the lines dated June 7th. Thinks there may be a position for her as a governess, but it is only a possibility. Ritchie leaves for New York mid July. Asks Frobisher to be sure to send Mr. Wm's Magazine with Frobisher's story in it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtracts from his letter. Sectional feeling will probably prevent his trip to South. Press in North assails him for his southern trip. Has delivered Washington address 21 times. Funds he has received, invested; if not used in his life time, his will provides they be given to Association trustees. Thinks price of Mount Vernon exorbitant. Regrets loss of time caused by poor health. Poem written by E. Everett after seeing monuments of Judah Touro and Catherine Hayes, June 25, 1856. ER-9, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She met his family friend Mr. Mason of Virgina who was happy to hear of her interest in Mount Vernon. He asked her not to leave Washington until he had spoken to Mr. Washington, so she hopes it will be convenient for them to meet. She enjoyed their recent meeting very much and hopes he will consider her a great friend to Mount Vernon. RM-524, ER-4278\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Haven. Urges Cunningham to secure a promise from John Augustine Washington, that he will sell and on what terms; then, she is convinced money can be easily raised. (Letter #2, p. 46, brief of same.) ER-4, p. 46\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Personal matters - plans trip soon to New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4p. States that she will come to Mount Vernon to meet with him regarding the public announcement of his willingness to dispose of Mount Vernon to Virginia if certain conditions are met. RM-523, ER-4225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Some misunderstanding over funds raised by his speeches. He will take charge of sum received and give accounting from time to time. Ill health forces suspension of speaking engagements. Glad she likes poem he sent her. ER-477\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. She is on \"the boat\" but lacking the strength to come up to the Mansion, requests that he meet there with her to discuss \"bright prospects.\" RM-523, ER-4226\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports an encouraging response from Dr. Freeman. ER-13, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Receives letter John Augustine Washington wrote her giving account of Miss Cunningham's visit to Mount Vernon and peaceful negotiations. Congratulates her on her success. Much to be done in Virginia and elsewhere but removing John Augustine Washington's \"determination not to sell\" is the only insurmountable one. Now has $12,000 in 7% bonds at Association's disposal. Also 2 typewritten copies of same. ER-9, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is unable to keep the appointment with him that Miss Cunningham arranged but will communicate with him as soon as he returns to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Continued illness interrupts her Mount Vernon efforts. ER-13, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Ritchie leaves for New York tomorrow. The papers give false accounts about Mount Vernon prospects. Good reason to believe that it will be purchased by us. Mr. Everett will resume his exertions on our behalf as soon as his health permits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Would accept appointment only directly from Regent, and it is fortunate the state organization is left to her. Appoints her treasurer, J.B. Lindley, Chancellor of Nashville University. ER-10, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Staten Island. Called on Mrs. Ritchie in NYC. Rejoices that rumor of MVLA's disbanding is false. Has just written Dr. Spaulding re: invitation to E. Everett. ER-14, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Restates his position re: disposing of Mount Vernon to Virginia. Declares he is \"willing for a limited time to listen to proposals for purchase from Mount Vernon.\" Differs from Gov. Wise in every view he expresses in letter to Mrs. Ritchie. Has seen Mr. Toombs only for a brief interview. ER-9, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Sends box of photographic copies of Stuart's Washington, Mrs. Washington, views of Mansion and Tomb. ER-9, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Writes indicating that John Augustine Washington wants to sell Mount Vernon to state of Virginia and that she should contact state of Virginia. RM-1030, MS-5660\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Death in family interrupts Mrs. Milward's work. Asks if Miss Cunningham has had letter from Mr. Washington. Sends Tribune article on the Estate. Saw in paper Mr. Everett would lecture in Albany Washington. ER-13, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Will send published Appeals. Asks Regent to write to some whose cooperation she is most eager to develop. (End of letter may be missing). ER-10, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Personal matters - not concerned with MVLA affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. General Washington Banner of Nashville is to invite E. Everett to speak at Agricultural Fair. Asks her to buy boxes of \"elegant and useful\" articles to be sold at Fair for Mount Vernon fund. ER-10, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Ritchie is still looking for a teaching position for Frobisher. Leaves for Virginia on October 7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Incomplete letter. Bringing him up to date on negotiations with John Augustine Washington for sale of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: reaching Mrs. Rush. ER-13, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"Private.\" Boston. Re: John Augustine Washington's attitude toward selling Mount Vernon. Political crisis so severe little hope for progress in Mount Vernon cause. E. Everett's health does not permit him to make a speaking tour. Received $420 interest, 6 months on Mount Vernon fund. ER-9, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Difficulties re: printing circulars undertaken by Mr. Gaskill. ER-13, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding the bylaws of the Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. (copy) Asks Mr. Washington to reconsider views he expressed in letter to National Intelligencer in April, and give Virginia another chance to purchase home and Tomb of GW. Is confident differences in points of view can be adjusted - that MVLA have same patriotic idea of permanent preservation as Mr. Washington. ER-9, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Is soon to read Frobisher's manuscript. Personal matters. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. States that he does not believe that plan of the Ladies' Association can be carried out at this time. RM-523, ER-4278 (card also has numbers RM-524, ER-4295) Answer to letter in JAWIII and MVLA collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. (draft of letter). Charleston. Acknowledges receipt of his Albany address; conferences with John Augustine Washington and Gov. Wise; difficulties in bringing J.A. Washington to terms for sale of Mount Vernon. On trip from Richmond she meets nephew of General Winfield Scott who pledges his support and suggests that Army make first contribution to Tomb. Hon. Albert Pike, New Orleans, pledges support of Louisiana masons. Places charter in hands of Attorney who will draw up Constitution and Bylaws. ER-1, p. 57-59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston (photostat). Hopes Mr. Choate and Mr. Winthrop will be invited to Richmond to speak on February 22, his health not well enough to permit a strenuous schedule. Has numerous requests to repeat his \"Washington\" oration. Would aid him in his lectures to have some word from Mr. Washington. Praises her readings in New York on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-478\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Hopes for some favorable news from John Augustine Washington before starting to lecture again, health permitting. Many requests from New England region and the West. ER-9, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter, perhaps related to letter dated September 27, 1856. Tells Mr. Everett the latest news on attempts to purchase Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Mrs. Gilpin sends her Edward Everett's picture and lock of hair for her Washington locket. Mr. Gilpin, familiar with Virginia laws, assists. ER-1, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Asks Regent to have a paragraph written by \"celebrated traveler Dr. Baird, inserted in Mr. Yeardon's Charleston paper to offset the \"mortifying one\" that appeared in Charleston entitled \"Musical Attempt.\" ER-10, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. 17 counties organized, 61 to be organized. Will proceed no further with organization, and withhold contributions collected until list is published in Mount Vernon Record. Sends duplicate list for this purpose. ER-10, p. 126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNashville. Questions about money to be raised.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: sending information and published articles to Mrs. Twing, Mrs. Telletson, and Mrs. Eve. Fears effects of Mr. Washington's letter. Asks for copies of Charter, Inquirer articles, etc. ER-13, p. 220\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will attend to Regent's request. Glad for news from Mrs. Eve; has not heard from Mrs. Gaskill. Sends Police Gazette giving account of Beale trial. ER-13, p.227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: Mr. Bailey's supplying subscription books. Sends her articles from Tribune, one of which is from Horace Greeley. Mr. Bailey is a stationer, wholesale and retail. ER-13, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Editor of Bulletin will publish the Boston Transcript poetry and furnish APC copies. ER-13, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fragment. Problem of legislature, Gov. Floyd's support, Mr. Langfitt as representative. J.A. Washington's determination to have Virginians only in charge of Estate; constitution to be sent to Governor through Mrs. Ritchie. 100 copies of Waltz 2 not yet received. ER-1, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Suggests building Grecian temple at Mount Vernon to hold sarcophagi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Visited Mrs. Ritchie and both feel that Mr. Everett should lecture in Philadelphia, but there are objections to the day of February 22 because there are too many other events that day. ER-13, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re: delay of John Augustine Washington in answering William Ritchie's published letter about purchase of Mount Vernon, which causes delays in raising funds, and unfounded rumors re: sale. Souvenirs sold at Mount Vernon. Miss Ritchie writes a note at end of letter re: Mr. Washington's letter. ER-9, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon, copy. Has decided to give up residence at Mount Vernon. Understands present Virginia legislature is not favorable to his terms for sale, but if coming session desires he will extend time. Doubts if MVLA can organize under Bill passed by the Virginia Assembly or fulfill its aims if it incorporates. Association may be able to raise funds for purchase but not for maintenance, nor have women ability to administer estate. Will not sell to Virginia, for it to transfer to others. ER-9, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. MIss Cunningham arrived here a few days ago to further Mount Vernon cause. She wishes Mrs. Duncan to select an orator for February 22 on subject of Mount Vernon and its purchase who will donate proceeds of his discourse to Fund. Urges her to stir up New Orleans on that day. Tells her of Messrs. Devereux and Co.'s offer of portraits to sell. They sell rapidly there and give Association good profit. ER-347\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Proposes to place the problem of the preservation of Mount Vernon before the Virginia Legislature, although \"a Republican form of government is not the best adapted to this purpose.\" Requests that he prepare a report detailing methods and expenses necessary for the maintenance of the estate. ER-4227, RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Returned to Richmond from stay at Brandon. Annie's mother has begun working \"to earn daily bread.\" Mrs. Ritchie's own writing going slowly due to interruptions. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Illness interrupts Mount Vernon work. Difficulties re: Mount Vernon subscription book in Independence Hall - no subscriptions due to people's lack of faith in John A. Washington. Note E. Everett lecture at Albany. Re: Senator Toombs' delayed letter. Drybough's bill sent to Mrs. Greenaugh in Paris. Fears for February 22nd return in Philadelphia. ER-13, p. 206\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. February and March nos. of Lady's Book show continued interest in Mount Vernon, doesn't hope for much until Mount Vernon estate is purchased. Only established purchase can offset all the falsehoods about the transaction. Now comes story that U.S. Agriculture Secretary will buy Mount Vernon for an Agriculture University. Room for this and national cemetery. Why not write President - by uniting efforts, might raise $200,000 needed. We need Congressional aid. ER-13, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Encloses resolutions of United State Agricultural Society for the purchase of Mount Vernon in order to establish a national institute for the promotion of agriculture, and requests his reply to the proposal. ER-4296, RM-524\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. His reply to Mr. Ritchie's letter regarding his willingness to sell Mount Vernon to Virginia - somewhat annoyed with Mr. Ritchie. Comments of unfavorable press - leaves Mount Vernon but future residence uncertain. ER-9, p. 19 (MVLA owns another copy of this letter RM-56)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Requests further clarification of his conditions and asks that he drop his silence and become more actively involved in the public controversy regarding the sale and the Mount Vernon Bill before the Virginia Legislature. ER-4228, RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCambridge. Very enthusiastic about the cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Assures her of his interest in securing Mount Vernon but is troubled about the influence of critical times in U.S. Regrets J.A. Washington's attitude which must be cleared before public can be expected to support this worthy effort. ER-10, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Impatient at delay of John Augustine Washington's decision. Alludes to having met Regent and her mother. ER-14, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTranscription. Discussion of money raised. RM-144\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Charleston (end of letter missing). Received delayed correspondence between Mssrs. Ritchie and John Augustine Washington - latter's letter unsuitable for publication; plans another letter to Mr. Washington. ER-1, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Glad Regent has returned to Mount Vernon and purchase postponed to February 22, which gives States more time to organize and collect funds. Has 2 orators for birthday celebration. Plans to apportion amount each county is to raise to make $5000 fund. Also plan for proceeds from a book, which would be promoted by Association without \"publicity of authorship\" by herself. (part of letter may be missing). ER-10, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Reports mistake in report of funds she has sent which should be $177. Has successful agent selling Washington Portraits, 275 sold, hopes to order more from Devereux. Re: the publication of her book, expenses involved putting book on market. Wants Regent to write introduction, send out a circular letter. Wants her authorship of book concealed, proceeds to Mount Vernon fund. Re: management of funds and payments to J.A. Washington. ER-10, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Difficulties of getting Mr. Washington's commitment - has no doubts as to ability to procure Mount Vernon. Assures him of a fine reception in the South when he comes to give his address. ER-1, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Mrs. Ritchie has sent him Mr. Washington's letter to her husband, January 2. Not what he hoped for publication, would be unfavorable. Fears Washington's willingness to cooperate with Miss Cunningham and must wait for his change of mind. Advises her to counsel with Mr. Petigru. Thinks best to get legal status under charter and to raise money. Public's ideas of amounts collected differ. Mr. Washington will sell if money is ready. Lecture again on 23rd. Has 12 bonds, $1000 each, at 7%, one $500 at 6%. If impractical to buy Mount Vernon, sum to be used for Washington commemoration elsewhere, but no hasty action in affair. Thinks Richmond collection plus his own will surely make the purchase some time. ER-9, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond? Reports interview with Virginia Secretary of State, in which he refuses to give her list of subscribers presented to Governor Wise with the constitution. Encloses copy of his written report, stating Governor does not recognize new constitution, but only the first constitution presented. ER-3, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Thanks him for his opinion of Mr. Ritchie's criticism of the Charter, requests from him a clear statement of the terms on which he is willing to dispose of Mount Vernon. Warns him of the prejudice and ignorance of the \"Masses of the Community\" and assures him that she will spare no effort to protect his reputation from such prejudice. RM-523, ER-4229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Acknowledges his letter with copy of Mr. Washington's. Choate will not go to Richmond. Winthrop will go another year. Hillard would deliver good address. ER-479\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. Charleston. Sends him a copy of Mr. Washington's letter to her regarding Mr. Ritchie's letter to him, so that Mr. Everett may know Mr. W. and understand him. Defends Mr. Washington. Will make a real effort to go to Richmond next winter. Has received proposition from Mr. Hall regarding making allies of Agricultural Society which wanted to buy Mount Vernon for a state model farm. ER-1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Will not fear for New York while Mr. Ruggles leads it. Attitude toward Secession and George Washington influence converting Mr. Washington to selling Mount Vernon; Virginia State Legislature's position in purchase. Gives Mr. Washington's chief characteristics and opinions re: Mount Vernon. Sends correspondence with Governor Wise. ER-11, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Asks for information on Mount Vernon for Dr. Burrows who is to speak on Mount Vernon at Lynchburg. Mr. Washington's letter a damper on Mount Vernon cause, has just received the Regent's last letter and copy of Washington's. ER-4, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Signed Southern Matron, Pres. of Mount Vernon Association (not in Cunningham's handwriting). Appeal to the public. Submits correspondence between William Ritchie and John Augustine Washington to be placed before General Assembly together with such data as governor deems advisable, since Mr. Washington refused to deal with other than Virginia State in this sale. Offers funds collected. Constitution and bylaws required by Charter granted Association March 17, 1856 to be duly submitted. ER-1, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Ritchie's husband ill. Personal matters. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. A popular magician, \"Fakir of Ava\" offers half proceeds of his entertainments if Regent will sanction his performances and introduce him to Vice Regents of each State. ER-10, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, D.C. No response to their inquiry re: his selling Mount Vernon (letter Jan. 16) so ask him again if he will sell Mount Vernon to U.S. Congress. p. 18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNashville. Will do anything for Mount Vernon. Hopes to be there in June. Blesses Cunningham for all she's done. ER-10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Alludes to her efforts with Mr. Everett and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie and their earnest desire for his cooperation in the cause. ER-4230, RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg ? re: sale of 200 to 275 pictures, some framed, for Association profit. ER-3, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges receipt of her letter with exchange of letters between her and Mr. Washington enclosed. Part of unfavorable impression of Mr. Washington removed but he is not at point of cooperating yet - does not approve of publishing any part of correspondence - avoid irritating Mr. Washington; organize under charter and get funds to buy ready. Hopes to realize $1500 from repetition of address in Boston. Likes idea of Mrs. Hale to purchase part of Estate for Agricultural Society. Mr. Pryor, late of Richmond Enquirer, now on Mercury, has uncordial attitude toward Everett which he asks Miss Cunningham not to let interfere in Mount Vernon cause. ER-9, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. $27.70 only collected at speech. Will write articles for newspapers. Combating Richard Washington's reported statement that his brother, John Augustine Washington says he will not sell to Ladies and has been offered $300,000 elsewhere. ER-3, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. Apparently first draft, large portions of text crossed out, though legible. Refers to confusion in his correspondence with Mr. Ritchie and offers made by the United States Agricultural Society for the purchase of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. He leaves for 6 to 8 weeks soon. Received letter from U.S. Agricultural Society requesting to purchase Mount Vernon - declined on grounds he had already in some manner pledged a different disposition of property. ER-9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg. Re: Mr. Everett's lecture, subscription, sale of pictures, newspaper clippings, gives names of subscribers with amounts given. ER-3, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Becky's prolonged illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Apologizes for confusion corrected by her correspondence with many other parties concerning the Association and negotiations for acquisition of Mount Vernon. Suggests some minor revisions in the draft of the contract or terms of sale. Expresses surprise at the offer of the Agriculture Society to buy the estate. ER-4232, RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sees news report of Regent's attendance at Masonic celebration. has had 1000 copies of her book printed, 500 bound, 100 sent to Mrs. Pellet in Richmond. Has had a portrait of Miss Cunningham printed - the first item to adorn Mount Vernon and one for each Vice Regent. Dr. Lindley sent Governor Wise check for $2000 which cost $100 Mrs. Fogg paid personally. Asks Mrs. Pellet to call for it. Her book is ready for distribution, urges influence of Regent for its adoption. ER-10, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects Mrs. Ritchie has forwarded to her his previous letter and one to William Ritchie. If Virginia purchases Mount Vernon as he hopes, he is not unwilling to sell remainder of land to U.S. Agricultural Society. Alludes to Miss Cunningham's reference to relative of J.A. Washington who states he is unreliable in dealings and urges that she give him the name of this person. ER-9, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on and offers criticism about the poem which he has received previously.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilmington. Hopes to raise much money in her town. Thanks APC for everything. RM-970, MS-5551\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Repeats oration twice in Albany. ER-9, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 10 p. Charleston. Writes to reassure him about rumors and published accounts questioning his motives in the matter of the sale of Mount Vernon; accusations that he has neglected the estate and that he is attempting to \"speculate in the bones of his ancestors.\" She assures him that she has been active in his defense and points out the malice and ignorance of his detractors. Mentions the private offer of $300,000. The Virginia Bill and the proposal of the Agricultural Society. RM-523, ER-4233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of correspondence from March 18, 25, and 28. Re: purchase of Mount Vernon for invalid soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharleston. Worried about increasing conflict in country. Thanks him for his oratory and all he's done for cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. They depart this afternoon for Charleston by steamer - declines her invitation to stay with her brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Draft of letter. Refers to \"misrepresentations respecting me\" which are discussed in her letter of March 17, 1857 and he professes \"a perfect indifference\" to the opinions of \"nameless and irresponsible creatures who write for newspapers.\" States that he is willing to sell Mount Vernon only to the United States or to Virginia, not to the Ladies' Association or to the parties who had offered $300,000. States his utter indifference to his place in history. RM-523, ER-4234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regrets Miss Cunningham cannot give him name of person who has called him unreliable in transactions. Declares that \"except in one instance\" his terms and price have been the same - and he relates terms offered in that one case when party to contract failed to meet his agreement and J.A.W. was thus released from his. States that his views and expressions of them during 6 or 8 years he has owned Mount Vernon have been about the same. Has not objection to anything he has said or written being printed. ER-9. p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Successful Albany visit - resolution passed by both houses of legislature referring with approbation to effort to aid in purchase of Mount Vernon. Does he think discourse should be repeated in New York? Last year Mr. Washington's letters threw cold water on any such discourse there. His receipts for Mount Vernon are nearly $16,000. If purchase should fail, fund to be appropriated to some other object commemorative of Washington. consult some judicious persons regarding expediency of repeating discourse there. ER-480\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Has been unable to write due to her husband's illness. Plans trip to Boston. Annie Frobisher is also ill. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston. Has repeated address frequently since giving it there last year - funds from it go to purchase of Mount Vernon. If Mount Vernon cannot be purchased, funds to go to other object commemorative of Washington. Repeated speech on February 23 before Mercantile Library Association of Boston for whom it was originally prepared. Will repeat it under auspices of Mercantile Library Association of New York if any real interest is shown in it. ER-481\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Assures APC she hasn't offended her. Tells of plans for organizing Association there. Has much encouragement and help from gentlemen. Asks for letter of introduction to Mr. Everett when he speaks there on April 21. ER-14, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells him of women's efforts to honor Washington by purchasing Mount Vernon. Encloses publications of Association to explain their purpose, activities, etc. Asks him, a self-exiled son of America, to support the movement. ER-11, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. The correspondence in Enquirer looks good, and Miss Cunningham's address good. Success in Albany. Both houses of legislature passed resolutions complimentary to his errand - attack on him in \"Albany Evening Journal.\" ER-482\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Congratulates APC on her diplomacy - saw her address and the correspondence printed in Richmond Enquirer. Virulent attack on him in Albany Evening Journal. ER-483\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis. Asks her aid in letting Mr. Everett know they are organizing. The Young Men's Library Association has written him but hasn't heard anything. Thinks he is waiting for an invitation from the Ladies'. ER-14, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Thinks Mrs. Octavia Levert the most wonderful after the Regent in personality and accomplishments. Now reading her book on Europe. Mr. Fogg, at Regent's request, analyzed the Constitution and bylaws and thinks nothing more necessary. Will send number of her books Mrs. Pellet orders for Richmond booksellers, and what Regent orders for Charleston booksellers. ER-10, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Sends pamphlets. Is sure he will rejoice at prospects of Mount Vernon. Invites him to be present at acceptance of Charter by Association, probably February 22, 1858. ER-11, p. 7 See also same letter RM-29, ER-2031\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Appeal to Kentucky citizens to contribute to Mount Vernon fund, which she hopes newspaper will make. ER-11, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Frobisher recovering from scarlet fever. Ritchie plans trip to Boston in July. Ritchie's sister studying art in Europe. Letters from Mr. J.A. Washington to Mr. Ritchie published in the Enquirer. Is returning Mr. W's letter to Frobisher. Mr. Everett continues his exertions for us (the MVLA). Soon to lecture in St. Louis. Says MVLA hopes to purchase Mount Vernon by 22 February 1858.  A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regent extends to her the office of corresponding Secretary, Mount Vernon Central Committee of the Union and offers her an assistant, suggesting Miss Christie Johnson for the position. ER-4, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad successful meeting of Missouri Association - 15 women, 3 men. Very excited.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to \"Enquirer\" article. Receipt of a large package of MVLA papers from Miss Lawson with no explanation for sending them. Writes at length on motives of cause, in form of a few thoughts thrown together for an address to be published in religious periodicals. ER-3. p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Reports success. Mrs. Cabell called a meeting, weather prevented attendance of members. Mrs. C. in Europe when first circular was published. Mr. Bunnus gives readings when asked, organizing societies in principal places in Virginia. Sends partial list of members. Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie postpone foreign trip. Mr. Everett offers to interest country in APC's and Mrs. Ritchie's efforts. Asked for notice in May nos. of Godey and (Thompson's) Messenger. ER-16, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her to sign corrected version of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Edward Everett gave lecture and was much entertained. Raised about $1900. Hopes for much at Catholic Fair. Reports on other entertainments. Thinks of asking state legislature for an appropriation. ER-14, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Has published Annie's (?) in the Enquirer. Sends her pamphlet to better help her understand Mount Vernon matters. Lauds Edward Everett for his efforts on behalf of the MVLA. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill mention Mount Vernon in speech. Commends Association in its efforts. Photostat and transcript also available in folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Wishes Frobisher to meet Miss Aronia, who makes her debut soon in Boston. Tells her to write some lines of  Miss Aronia, send them to Richmond paper for publication. Ritchie has just returned from Washington, D.C. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Work interrupted by illness. Appeal printing a gift. ER-13, p. 204\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lydenham near Philadelphia. Presents compliments to Southern Matron and acknowledges receipt of Appeals for the Purchase, etc. Will join the Philadelphia organization. ER-13, p. 88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Suggest she write an engagement notice for Mrs. Ritchie's daughter, which she will have published. Other personal matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Massachusetts. Reports an agreeable and prosperous tour in the West. Spoke at inauguration of the Washington University, at St. Louis, twice before Library Association, and once for MVLA. Spoke in Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington, Maysville, Buffalo, Utica, and Troy. Explains funds resulting only $8000 received to date which he will invest. Fatigue forced him to end speaking for season - spent one week with daughter, Mrs. H.A. Wise, in Washington. Also photostat of brief note on the letter in Everett's hand (letter book notation?) ER-486, ER-9, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends printing bill, report to Messenger too late for publication, submits it for APC's criticism. Mrs. Ritchie should have written it. Godey notice for July. Asks how much now subscribed. Virginia (without Everett's) about $2000, list of names to be published. Mrs. Cabell apathetic to celebration July 4, but tried to rouse interest in Baltimore. ER-16, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Subscribes to the cause and its methods. Suggests a discourse at Mount Vernon on anniversary of death of George Washington which would raise funds. Enclose a signed note suggesting Mr. Brown make such a request through newspapers. 3-83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Has collected about $1000, loaned $500 at 12% payable on call. A friend is taking literature to California. Asks for information re: purchase terms for Mount Vernon. Judge Douglas to speak July 4th. ER-14, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. He yields to Southern Matron's plan but still thinks his own is better. Also includes a pencil draft of a declaration or certificate of support for the MVLA. ER-14, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Takes time from her school duties to report she has found 2 assistants to help in Richmond; efforts to develop a celebration for July 4; mailed out Appeal of Mr. Yeadon; Mr. Porter's letter to be published with Mr. McFarland's acknowledgement of Charleston artillery donation. ER-4, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Rush is responding to a receipt from Mrs. Hale for a donation and request that he prepare an oration about George Washington to be delivered to various audiences, the proceeds to benefit Mount Vernon. RM-915, ER-5446\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for not writing earlier and promises to work for the cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Vaux, Mayor of Philadelphia, response to Appeal for purchase fund. ER-13, p. 90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Walton sends Treasurer's Report - $1100 besides Washington's Artillery, $85. Mrs. Walton of St. Louis will attend Central Committee meeting in August if held in Richmond. Wrote new Knight Lambert Pond (Ohio) sending Mount Vernon information. Asks for copies of first organization of Mount Vernon Central Committee alluded to in \"Appeal\" published in 1855. Correspondents through Godey's. Mrs. Walton re: Everett's lecture tickets at 50 cents. ER-16, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Fears delay in receiving answer to suggestion for December 14 address may now make plan impossible of results desired. ER-3, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Charleston. Is willing to help but not take the lead in any of their endeavors. Has been unable to convince any others to help as well. RM-197, ER-2606\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg. Confession caused by letters to and from John Augustine Washington, asks for letter from Regent to be read at their Society's next meeting. Pennsylvania's actions add to difficulties in furtherance of plans to raise funds. ER-3, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Has published Frobisher's letter about Aronia's engagement. News of her husband's health. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Report of Charleston celebration of 4th a success, no Virginia celebration. Mrs. Cabell invites Mr. Everett to repeat his lecture in Richmond during November Agriculture Fair. Mr. Gaffney's offer to canvas Virginia referred to Southern traveling agent to raise funds. Asks instructions re: keeping records, and other duties. Asks for copies of 1st appeals; sends APC State circulars of 1855 for use in organizing other sections. ER-16, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sent G.W. Riggs $200 - more to follow in a few days. ER-10, p. 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Wrote Mr. Gaffney. Urges APC to go to White Sulphur Springs for bother her health and \"the cause.\" Mrs. Cabell's effort the 4th a failure. Loudon County raised $200. Mrs. Cabell thinks Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Semmes, and Secretary P. only ones working. Questions authenticity of GW cane. Sent Virginia State Committee Circular to Mr. Gaffney with letter. ER-16, p. 236\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Working for contributions at Agriculture Fair. Despairs at small returns. Offers to work for cause on her trip east. Wishes to ask Missouri legislature for appropriation. Hon. S.B. Woodson offers his support. Reviews newspaper support. ER-14, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndependence Hall. Presents plan of an artist, Mr. Devereux, for selling portraits of Washington for 50 cents, with 15 cents from each to go to Fund - sure he can raise $10,000-$15,000 for fund this way. ER-D-11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Hopes to come to Richmond in November. Had successful speaking tour in West.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. On receipt of Regent's letter re: GW's cane, etc. went to Mrs. Cabell who questioned authenticity of relics. Writes for information and finds G.W.P. Custis, sole surviving executor of Will, had given a certified statement re: them. Plans for funds to purchase relics. Mount Vernon Report published without reading proof - asks Mrs. Hale to correct errors before copying again. Mrs. Dickinson sent $1742.22. Reports smaller funds, and future benefit entertainments. ER-4, p. 126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Soon leaves for New York. Other personal matters. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Has delivered address 5 times since return from West - had he time could repeat it every evening. Family difficulties may prevent his tour through South. Also ER-251 letter book copy. ER-9, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Receives appointment and instructions, will start work at once. Thinks Mrs. Polk and others of wealth will contribute. Expects Edward Everett to speak in October during State Mechanics Fair. Will send Mount Vernon Appeal to all the Sunday Schools. (part of letter missing). ER-10, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMedford, Massachusetts. Photostat. Will accept her invitation to repeat his discourse in Mobile if she can, thanks her for having publisher send him a copy of her book. ER-488\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Sorry she is ill. He continues to make his speech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Philadelphia affair result of personal opposition to APC. Refers to affairs in Indiana, Georgia. Asks for money to pay assistant. Must have copy ready for Messenger 28th of month. Arranging exchange of papers. GW cane to be sold July 30. ER-16, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Expert's statistics finished. Will try to bring about reconciliation in Georgia affair. Hopes to systematize reports and activities. GW cane to be sold today. Ladies authorized a $200 bid. Hopes to have Everett in Richmond for grand presentation. Receives article from Petersburg, the Courier. Mrs. P. to have all exchange papers from Enquirer's office for Mount Vernon clippings. Heard from Mr. and Mrs. Eve. Offers to aid Association reported. ER-16, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Independence Hall, Philadelphia. Understands Mr. Millard will send his statement of Mount Vernon funds. S.F.W. wishes to compare it with his statement. Crowds in hall - hopes for results for Mount Vernon fund. ER-13, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent article from local paper. Continues to raise money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Memphis. Reports little success in various attempts for Mount Vernon, but will make further attempts. ER-10, p. 155.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. APC on Sullivan Island. Will give history of purchase of cane later. Mrs. Cabell's plans for cane and raising funds given, asks for her liberal contribution. Agrees with APC on Masonic affair, wishes to know total amount collected. Is trying for Monthly Reports. Time for new report. Memphis sends $65 Tennessee contributes. ER-16, p. 242\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAstoria. Trip to Long Island went well. Husband did journey well, despite health. Expects to go to Boston. News of friends. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re: presentation of Mount Vernon cause to Masonic orders, especially to December meeting of Grand Lodges in Richmond. Names prominent Masons they could approach. Suggests finding GW's Masonic Apron to present as gift. Asks what to do with spy-glass. ER-4, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Formally presents a sum which he requests shall not be publicly acknowledged. ER-10, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Difficulties between the Savannah and Augusta Associations in regard to precedence. ER-3, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Newport, Rhode Island. Continues to give his speech. Sends best wishes to Mr. Ritchie in his illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Reports depositing $2000 collected in 10 counties in North Carolina. ER-3, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mr. Sheffley approves of giving Everett the cane; sends $5; cites other approvals. Mrs. Ritchie answered Mrs. Grant's letter. Hasn't enough information from workers to make September report. Enquirer has no room for Mount Vernon report on Regent's article. ER-16, p. 266\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Acknowledges letters and clippings on Mount Vernon. Reports giving GW oration in Massachusetts and Newport twice each, and in Maine three times. Innumerable invitations from all parts of country and 6 or 8 engagements. Some details re: Buffalo, Cleveland, New York City, Richmond, and Alabama. Thinks it may be unwise to present him with GW cane much as he desires it. Great bitterness of Pryor in South, and Harce Greely and Wendell Phillips criticizing him in North. ER-9, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. end of letter missing. Richmond. Extension of 10 days given for \"dead line\" or reports for Messenger. Received from William Yancy $1024.75. Mrs. Dickinson collected about $2000 from N.C. ER-16, p. 240\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Taunton. Sends copy of a disturbing newspaper article. Says Miss Martha Haines Butt, a Virginian, offers her services. ER-14, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Feels great responsibility in drawing up a constitution for so lasting an organization. Submits  draft for Regent's corrections, no work done yet on bylaws and needs directions before undertaking it. Refuses to consider renumeration for services. Draft on back of letter. ER-3, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Memphis. Will again attempt work for Mount Vernon, and report its progress. ER-10, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S. Telegram on original telegraph form, New York and New Orleans Magnetic Telegraph Company. Signed Southern Matron. Reports Everett fund as $29,000. ER-1, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re: mistakes and delays in Report for Messenger. Mrs. Grant says \"the Savannah Association has become an auxiliary to the Central Committee by advice and permission of Southern Matron.\" Collected $1426. Asks her to note what Mrs. Grant says about Mrs. Meade's and Mrs. Ritchie's letters, both dictated by Miss Cunningham. ER-4, p. 122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Re: George Verger, President Great Pacific Railroad who lends his support to Mount Vernon cause and will act as Treasurer in Mississippi. Asks Regent to make him a Knight. Suggests Mrs. MacWillie would make an excellent Vice Regent in Mississippi - husband is candidate for governor. ER-10, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Independence Hall. Sends long list of subscribers, and some comments. ER-10, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re: his views on monument to Washington, declares his support and will be active in cause. ER-3, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Wants to do speaking tour of the South on behalf of Mount Vernon in November but is not certain he can be away from home so long.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Unable to commit to long speaking tour in South due to wife's illness and business concerns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Editor of the Whig offers to aid a demonstration at the Fair, other publicity noted. ER-4, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Returned to find ladies had done nothing in her absence. State leader, Mrs. Hart, has done almost nothing. ER-14, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S. Telegram on original telegraph form, New York and New Orleans Magnetic Telegraph Company. Signed A Southern Matron. $40 for Charleston. ER-1, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter, incomplete. Concerning cane to be presented to him by the Ladies'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete letter - still unsure about Southern tour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Recites troubles she has to make state organization function. Still rumors of John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Money panic in St. Louis is \"dreadful\" - worst since 1837. ER-14, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelling of his extensive schedule of Washington lectures. Hopes to come to Richmond. in November. RM-600, ER-4488\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Expresses admiration for her energy and seal. Speaks several times in Buffalo and vicinity; Philadelphia's new opera house last on this tour. Terrible financial crisis makes times unfavorable form Mount Vernon cause. Richmond visit uncertain and thinks presentation of can unwise. Concerned by her report of Governor Wise's attitude. ER-9, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sends an article to be published in Charleston Courier. Wants Miss Cunningham's statement to refute statement that Virginia will own Mount Vernon after people of other States have paid for it. \"Patriot\" article will be sent soon. ER-10, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Receives letter from New Hampshire, evidence of popularity of Mount Vernon cause. Can have rooms in Mrs. P.'s school, meals across the street. Mrs. Grant is a business woman. Fair opens 27th. Hopes to have E. Everett at that time. Banks have suspended but country people have gold they will spend at Fair. ER-16, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Cannot accept invitation at this time as his family, business and the building of the public library keep him busy at home. Has been away much since speaking in St. Louis in April, repeated oration 40 times this season. ER-9, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Unable to go south until winter at least.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Tells why he declined Mrs. Ritchie's invitation to Richmond - Has repeated oration more than 40 times, neglecting his family, business and duties connected with new public library. Went west last week, spoke 5 times in 7 days, traveled 1600 miles in 10 days and will speak in own vicinity 4 times in next 8 days. has asked to postpone Philadelphia date. ER-9, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re: a couple of pictures Mr. Devereux has sent her, with reposition for selling copies for benefit of Mount Vernon. Companion piece of Martha Washington from Boston Athenaeum's Gilbert Stuart portrait. Asks about progress of purchase fund, so he can answer inquiries of subscribers at the Hall. ER-13, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Asks when Regent is coming to Richmond. E. Everett is unable to speak during Richmond Fair, Nov. 9. Has given lecture 40 times since St. Louis. Thinks cancel of lecture date loss $10,000. Plans for substitute speaker; tent on Fair grounds for Mount Vernon subscriptions. Expects $200,000 will be left in Richmond by Fair as panic does not effect farmers. ER-16, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re: misunderstandings about his proposed orations in Richmond. ER-9, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Would give his talk for free, but any proceeds must go toward fund for purchase of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Definitely unable to travel away from Boston. Will give his talk only locally.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston. Apologizes for confusion of date to speak in Richmond. Much too busy to do so.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Still postponing talks in Philadelphia and Richmond. Hopes financial state of country will improve.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of Mrs. Fogg's letter. Would like help answering it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport. Richmond. Despite financial panic, the Association's offers of assistance continue. Since September report, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota, and New Mexico have been added to Association. Santa Fe citizens and Florida ladies active. South Carolina gives $51; Tenn. $189; Mrs. McWillie is Vice Regent for Mississippi. Dr. Burrows substitutes for E. Everett; Virginia gives $134. Funds to be sent to W.H. Mcfarland of Richmond, Treasurer for State, who in turn will place them in hands of Vriginia Treasurer for credit of Association. ER-16, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. \"strictly confidential.\" Report of exhibition of Washington's cane and spy glass at Fair - and only $100 raised; Mr. Everett thinks fund cannot be raised in time; Masonic Orders' plan for buying Mount Vernon, but confidence in J.A. Washington's word is lacking; Odd Fellows contribute $55; paid $106 for relics; disgust with Virginia's efforts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Pleased with Dr. Mackey's interest in cause. Refers to Masonic interests. Describes how he has handled Mount Vernon fund accruing from his oration. Now has little under $24,000, explains expenses taken out, \"never deducted a dollar\" from money, local committees always took care of that. Outlines present investment of the funds. $2200 interest yielded on $36,000 or $37,000 fund. Regrets cannot convert investments into cash without loss. Will be able to deliver when time comes - advises against publicity. Can forward to Governor Wise a certified statement of general condition of fund - to be paid over at proper time. ER-9, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Messenger will not grant space for monthly report, Mr. Thompson has advanced date for report to be in his hands. No pamphlets to send as you direct. Asked her to remain in Charleston because of Masonic plans for subscriptions; some Masons think Mount Vernon is to be owned by them. ER-16, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWorking for the cause in North Carolina. RM-970, MS-5553\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Sends $58 and list of names. ER-10, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Re: Vice Regent for Louisiana. Prepares a series of lectures for Mount Vernon fund. Requests Mrs. Lucius C. Duncan be sent credentials and 25 printed subscription blanks, William Bilbo to be made Knight of Mount Vernon. Agent in Texas put to work. ER-10, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Report to be published in daily paper with an urgent appeal for more funds. Mentions her approaching visit to Richmond. Note: \"Trying to get up a convert.\" ER-9, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Selling pictures for Mount Vernon purchase fund in cooperation with Devereux Co. Mount Vernon to receive one-half proceeds for fund; find impressions sold for $100 per hundred, Association receives 50%, elaborates on methods of selling and prices charged. ER-13, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter written by Ann Pamela Cunningham's brother, John Cunningham at her instruction. Charleston. Offering statement of funds collected with copy of Constitution and Bylaws required by Charter granted. Plan to turn over funds impractical in this period of financial depression because of loss on investments involved. ER-1, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Confidential (last page pasted down). Re: securing Mount Vernon for February 22; the interest of Masonic Order in purchase of Mount Vernon and aid they have offered; thinks John M. Gilmer is opposed to Ladies' Association; benefits to be given; E. Everett' transfer of funds to Virginia. ER-9, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Pleased that request for Mr. Washington's extension on time of purchase is approved by her. Again asserts that when friends are ready to buy, Mr. Washington will sell. General financial affairs better. Has as many engagements for his oration in vicinity as his health permits him to give. ER-9, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharleston. Congratulates her on behalf of APC, Southern Matron, on appointment to head Louisiana committee. ER-348A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Executive Department signed by George W. Mumford, secretary. Richmond. Secretary reports Governor will submit to Virginia legislature any report touching funds for purchase of Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Reports total cash received $24,000 and interest on its investment bring it to $36,000. Has placed his Mount Vernon fund under Board of 5 which he names, and gives details of method of investing same. Has delivered oration 64 times. ER-9, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Will do best she can with \"Mount Vernon Waltz.\" Asks instructions re: funds, has asked collectors to check money with Mr. Mcfarland. Mr. Gaffney has issued an Appeal, which is not \"just the thing.\" Money pressure not yet felt in Richmond as elsewhere. ER-16, p. 252\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Written at APC's request. Cunningham asks Mrs. Pellet to rewrite Association's last report so as to bring full force of public opinion to bear on Virginia legislators. J.A. Washington demands prompt purchase but gives no time limit for payments. APC suggests many examples of individual and group efforts to be cited in report, showing remarkable success in raising funds during a period of depression. Constitution and Bylaws drawn by James L. Petigen (Petigru?) and Richard Yeadon now in Governor Wise's hands. Note: Nov. 1857 L.S. Porter in October report rewritten by Mrs. Pellet. ER-1, p. 79, 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Asks if Mount Vernon funds should be transferred to Virginia State. Exchange is high. Letter from E. Everett confirms letter to APC re: his funds and investments. Encloses November Report, which was not published in Messenger. Questions advisability of inviting organizations to send friends to Virginia at this time. Comments favorably on Irving's \"Life of Washington,\" mentions Walberg's equestrian statue of GW. Asks APC to make additions and changes in Report as far as she sees fit. ER-16, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Charleston. Will send Constitution and Bylaws to Governor, thus preventing Legislature from blocking Charter. Problems of accurate representation to Legislature, exact sums collected and by whom, prevention of loss by transfer of funds, certified statements before purchase payments. Suggests each state representative be asked for one day's pay as for Calhoun. (pencil comment: Important on purchase.\") ER-1, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Re: report on funds collected to be sent Virginia legislature. Instruct Macfarland to turn over funds in his possession to State Treasury. Important to show financial crisis is not stopping collections. Call from Senator Yulee and Ex-Governor Broone of Florida. Will offer Mrs. Yulee Vice Presidency, though Mr. Y. is \"bitterly prejudiced\" against Mr.Washington. ER-1, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Will be delighted to speak before citizens of Savannah. ER-519\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges her letter and copy of Col. Cunningham's letter to Governor Wise. Improved financial conditions bring principal back to value before panic. has been less active in cause lately due to other pressure on time and his own health. P.S. Pleased with account just received of Governor Wise's attitude and Mr. Ripley's enthusiasm. Hopes to make a southern trip. ER-9, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Philadelphia. Opens negotiations with Mount Vernon Fund to aid it with a portrait of Washington. Authorizes him to communicate proposal to Southern Matron. ER-D-5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Asks APC to send copy of Governor Wise's letter which Mrs. Ritchie failed to copy. Masonic Orders definite aid to Mount Vernon Association for purchase fund. Mrs. P. and Mrs. Ritchie have changed the Report since receiving Governor's letter. Wishes S.C. list of subscribers and amounts to give Governor Wise. Will secure lists from other states. ER-16, p. 254\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S. Disapproves of constitution and bylaws submitted by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, and gives reasons. Signed Henry A. Wise. ER-3, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Writes in reference to their Washington Portrait. Has sent Mr. Watson of Independence Hall a Memorandum as a basis of negotiation. They wish to aid the fund. They feel it important the portrait of Washington should be circulated among the citizens. Will furnish parcels of portraits to Managers of Association at different places, the Association to pay express charges. Ladies should be informed of sale of portrait and urged to use energy in its sale. First lot to each place to be sent on trust. Prices of various editions of Portraits. Half of price to be kept by Association, believes the better edition would better meet the wishes of the Southern and Western patronage. ER-D-47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Writes her in regard to plan to sell Washington portraits for benefit of Mount Vernon fund. Association must pay Express charges on bundles of portraits. First lot of pictures to be sent to her and other Ladies on trust. Remittance for these to be sent with order for second lot. Sends four types of portrait at prices ranging from $1.25. Half of money to be forwarded to them, half kept by Association. ER-D-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia, Independence Hall. Mayor Vaux's subscription not yet paid. Inquirer, Bulletin and Godey ar all friendly. General Financial depression has cut into Mount Vernon receipts at the Hall. Has $120 collected. Commends Edward Everett's contribution. ER-13, p. 92\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtracts from Mr. Watson's letter. Believes Association and Devereux \u0026amp; Co. can work out an agreement. Special edition of the Portrait for Association. Reasons for special edition, whole scheme of Association based on spontaneous and free gift of people without returning value for value. Association to receive 1/2 proceeds of sale; such a small margin of profit for D. \u0026amp; Co. that they cannot afford to do any advertising. ER-D-48\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer health has been very poor during last 2 months. Thanks him for his recent act of patriotism. Calamitous economic conditions of world greatly injure the Mount Vernon fund. The Washington Portrait will help the Fund considerably. ER-D-119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew Orleans. From unknown sender? Will help association if he can, but fears not much can be done in Louisiana now. Has just received pamphlets with information. Proposes appointing \"the Commercial Bulletin\" as \"organ\" of Association. ER 349\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Fragment of letter, 4 pages. Governor Wise's objections to Bill. Has written 5 Vice Regents asking them to send list of subscribers and amounts given - which will be sent to Governor when new constitution is sent. Secretary's Report has gone to printer. Masonic Order wants only to visit Mount Vernon once a year. Prospects are brighter. Reports funds collected. ER-4, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Asks Mr. Forrest (actor) to give benefit which he refuses to do. Hopes Pres. Hart will resign. Great prejudice against John A. Washington, and hard to get contributions or press notices. Has printed Appeal to Catholics. ER-14, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Declares she has neither compromised the Regent nor the Association in dealing with Governor; begs she correct mistakes in Messenger, encloses copy of a letter she sent Ladies re: funds; Savannah has funds invested at 10%; re: Mrs. Walton and Mrs. Cabell; Mrs. Ritchie thinks Governor meant no insult. ER-3, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. No mention of Mount Vernon in Governor's message. Mr. Langfitt was a know-Nothing, not in legislature. Re: Ritchies, perhaps well Governor did not allude to Mount Vernon in speeches. Mr. Yaney collects $370. Asks if Association wants spyglass, now in Virginia Capitol Library, Association has paid for it; Mrs. Cabell wants spyglass for Maryland Institute. Mr. Yeadon thinks \"letter must be written by Southern Matron, who with Mrs. Ritchie are the magnets.\" - also Mrs. Le Vert. ER-16, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Will forward Washington portraits with framed samples. Advises vigorous action needed to sell portraits in these hard times. Has requested Adams \u0026amp; Co. Express to send these packages of portraits gratuitously. ER-350\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Encloses certified statement of funds collected and how invested. Advises no publicity be given this statement. ER-9, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. House of Representatives, Columbia. Sorry Governor Wise annoys her. Mr. Petigru still out of town. Thinks Governor Wise right in requiring \"President to sign her real name.\" Comments on Governor Wise's ideas re: amendments, Charters, Constitution, and Bylaws. Thinks Governor Wise means no discourtesy to Southern Matron. ER-14, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Suggests that the Washington Portraits may induce those who have already given to the Fund to give more. Removing speck of lint from surface of pictures. Cautions her to always send better editions of portraits flat, with a board top and bottom to protect them, except single copies, which can be rolled. Suggests printing on Portraits \"sold for the Benefit of the Mount Vernon Fund.\" They have changed number of pictures in last order somewhat. Cautions her to roll mounted styles of Portraits from the top. Adams Express Co. to carry this package free. Hopes they will do the same for subsequent packages. ER-D-49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Private. Reports a meeting at Mrs. Ritchie's where legislators talked about Mount Vernon, the Bill and Virginia's inactivity. Everett's fund with certified statement received. Governor's and legislature's action probably favourable. Mistakes still in Secretary's report and trouble with publishers. ER-4, p. 88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharleston. Writes on behalf of Southern Matron to urge her to vigorous action. Explains Devereux \u0026amp; Co.'s offer of portraits fund to add to Mount Vernon fund. ER-351\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington asks Ritchie if the Virginia General Assembly has taken or will take action regarding the take over of Mount Vernon. Ritchie's repy to this letter, dated 19 December, is written at the bottom and described separately (next entry title) RM-1030, MS-5661\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Letter written at the bottom of John Augustine Washington's letter to Ritchie dated December 16. The reply from Ritchie states no action has been taken regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon. RM-1030, MS-5661\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Expects APC to stay in Mrs. Pellet's school. Good report from Mrs. Fogg. Subscribers' names coming in from several points. Trying to turn Mr. Ritchie out of office for supporting  Governor Wise. ER-16, p. 246\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Regrets unsatisfactory newspaper reports. Wants $1700 contributions printed in Charleston papers with statement if will soon be $2000. Sent oration delivered in Hall of Representatives - wishes notice of oration placed in Charleston paper. ER-10, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Hastens to send John Augustine Washington's letter and Mr. Ritchie's answer, with request she return them promptly. ER-3, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Pleased to hear Mount Vernon's encouraging prospects. Hopes nothing will be done to antagonize Governor for whom he has great regard. The vacancy on board for Everett's Mount Vernon fund is replaced by deceased's brother. Lists engagements in East including New York Opera House. ER-9, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville, Pleased to hear Miss Cunningham is to be in Richmond to work with Legislature. Asks her to publish in Charleston papers list of amounts each State has raised. Each State representative should have list of amounts contributed. Tennessee has raised $2050. Asks how to handle this money. Received 300 copies of GW portrait for sale through dealer. Her public wants to know amount of purchase fund raised exactly. Sent her E. Everett's letters. ER-10, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Refers Annie Frobisher to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft or copy. A.L. Central Committee formed in May 1855. ER-11, p.11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Letters between Mr. Ritchie and Mr. Washington to be published, and Mr. Washington to add his pledge over his name of his terms of sale. This will stimulate interest and remove any doubts of Mr. Washington's intentions. Encloses a copy of Washington's letter so he can see him in a different light. Difficulties in getting Mr. Washington to write letter for Governor Wise and Assembly. Defends Washington's actions - he is under pressures from other members of the family not to sell to Ladies. Believes Mount Vernon can be obtained in a year's time. ER-1, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Refers to publication in Virginia of Washington letter and correspondence between the Ritchies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy telegraphic report. Reports contributions received from various places. ER-10, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Expresses gratitude for his help which redeems South Carolina's apathy. Suggests he receive all donations for state and publish donors' names in Courier. Offiers to furnish Courier with interesting information but allows no use of her real name. ER-1, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. Raised $200 in 2 days in Nashville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: $205 and purchase of relics by Col. Gettings for the Association - spyglass and \"other\" sold together. ER-3, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks to be relieved of Vice Presidency of Association but wishes to continue as active worker. ER-3, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re: future plans, vaguely stated, and communications for Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Ritchie ER-13, p. 206\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thanks her for notes and papers. Will try to have substantial offering for the 4th. Reports discouragements and successes. ER-14, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtracts from letters, written in Ann Pamela Cunningham's hand. Undated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with three notes re: Everett's lecture in Nashville, work with schools, Methodist General Council. ER-10, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWorking hard for the cause. ER-10, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of George Washington portraits, for sale to benefit cause. ER-10, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped transcript, undated. Sorry to have missed seeing her. Will visit in a few days. RM-144 TYP-2405\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Impossibility of getting package (of portraits) to their destinations before last Christmas. Hopes to have these packages carried free by the Adams Express Co. Lists numbers of and types of portrait sent to Vice Regents. The \"Illuminated Character\" of Washington going through the Press. Arranging for remittances to be sent them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. draft. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of gift, Mythology of Ancients. ER-11, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Boston. Thanks her for the little volume and flattering personal allusions in it. Hears the Regent is in Richmond, hopes she and the Richmond ladies can bring about the desired effect. Will be in Richmond on Feb. 22 for grand ceremonial. Has many speaking engagements to repeat his \"Washington\" and also his speech on Charity. ER-494\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Intelligencer and Union promise to publish APC's Appeal. Disapproves of Mr. Pryor. Fears loss of Bill. Antagonism to purchase price. Plans a benefit party. ER-14, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Richmond. Encloses a letter from Mr. Everett: invitations for 22nd not yet out; Mount Vernon cause to be presented at Winchester Masonic Lodge; Gen. Chapman and Mr. Ward (legislator) Masonic committee to call on Regent; selling pictures; Dr. Dove will call on Regent; sends Regent a \"book.\" ER-3, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Ledger\" Office, New York. Returns $2 sent for subscription to \"Ledger\" for Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham. Will send her the \"Ledger\" free every week. ER-D-50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts Miss Cunningham's position of \"Knight of Mount Vernon\" and stands ready to act in any exigency that may arise. ER-3, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for everything. Sent names. Selling pictures. MS-5552, RM-970\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Hopes for Regent's safe arrival in Richmond. No objection to sale of music. Depression caused decrease in Independence Hall receipts. Devereux Co.'s plans for U.S. sales of pictures; illuminated \"Character of Washington\" and illuminated Farewell Address soon to be published. Edward Everett's lecture in New York and Philadelphia. ER-13, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 p. Writes to report decisions of Mount Vernon committee regarding contract, arrangements with The Virginia Legislature, celebration of Washington's Birthday, financial difficulties, terms of sale, and other topics. RM-523, ER-4236\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. Specifies condition for sale of Mount Vernon in respect for the Tomb; states that the present Tomb must remain the final resting place, although he has no objection to proposed monument on the site to be erected by Virginia. RM-523, ER- 4237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. Mount Vernon. Requests that if the Committee of the Virginia Legislature formulate a proposal satisfactory to her, she will send him a copy before it is submitted to the House as a whole. RM-523, ER-4238\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Filled Academy of Music with 100 standing for Washington oration. 72 repetitions. Speaks at Philadelphia Academy of Music the 4th. Pleased with Richmond success. Thinks NY expenses were enormous, $300 - but profits must be great. ER-9, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. If Committee decides to present a Bill to Virginia Legislature, asks for copy, he will immediately state what he thinks favorable or unfavorable, and a conference may adjust difficulties - will go to Richmond if needed. ER-9, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sale of pictures in Independence Hall and Devereux relations to it. The Hall committee does not look with favor upon the boxes of Mount Vernon contributions and his trifles for sale. Glad to learn portraits are meeting \"with such patronage\" - hopes sale will reach $100,000 for $1 portraits. Now has $175. ER-13, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Boston. Accepts invitation of General Assembly to be present at elevation of statue of Washington on the 22nd of February. ER-495\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Boston. Has accepted official invitation for the 22nd of February. He will stay at Mrs. Stanard's as he had promised her. He is uncertain about whether he is deliver oration on the 22nd when he is to be presented with the cane of Washington. ER-496\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Planned a Ball for 22nd in St. Louis, reports slow progress. ER-14, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to wait for big celebration on February 22nd until papers for sale of Mount Vernon are signed. Wishes APC all good things. MS-5550, RM-970\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot getting many contributions from her students at school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Satisfied with General C.'s bill prohibiting future interments in or around vault. Does not approve Committee's recommendation for a \"magnificent mausoleum\" for GW and gives his reasons, has no objections to a cenotaph near Vault. Delay in going to Richmond by wife's illness, but can go now any day but February 22nd. to close contract. ER-9, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Forwards 3 newspaper articles from the Richmond South, the first a criticism of the Association and John A. Washington, Ann Pamela Cunningham reply, signed Southern Matron, and the original writer's answer. RM-4298, ER-4298 (different numbers on folder)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. \"Bill\" may be published. Attacks on Southern Matron. J.A. Washington \"behaving nobly.\" Wants publicity in Savannah. Have fine speaker for Bill. Pictures selling by hundreds. Proceeds Mrs. Fogg's geography given MVLA. E. Everett and D.P. Brown in Philadelphia. GW cane presented to Everett and spyglass to W.L. Yancy (Alabama). ER-3, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile. Plans a pageant for February 22. Appeal to Masons. Gives suggestions for other entertainments. ER-14, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Thanks her for copy of Bill, sorry the \"South\" is attacking it. Hopes to be in Richmond by 19th. Public Library duties necessitate his return to Boston from Philadelphia engagement before going to Richmond. ER-9, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. fragment of letter. Re: Mr. Everett and his lecture; selling tickets; Mr. Yancy will not speak; guards at Mount Vernon paid $1 per day selling pictures. No carriages on Mount Vernon grounds the 22nd. ER-3, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Sends $340.75 and account of state work. Complies with Regent's request that each state give an address on Feb. 22. Will try selling pictures later. ER-14, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy written by J.A. Washington III (one of a series copied on the same sheet of paper). Mount Vernon. Washington refers to Richmond South articles that claim he offered to sell Mount Vernon for $100,000 to General Scott for U.S. Asylum for disabled soldiers. Asks if Mr. McKenzie knows that he ever offered Mount Vernon for sale, by whose authority, and to please submit copies of letters, if any, relating such an offer. ER-9, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends Resolutions, pledging aid in the purchase of Mount Vernon, by assessing each brother, with single condition they may occupy the premises one each year - about 350,000 members. ER-3, p.119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 p. enclosure A.D. 1 p. Recounts his dealings with Commissioners of the Military Asylum, asserts his indifference to derogatory newspaper reports. Encloses statement of conditions of sale to Association. RM-524, ER-4299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Philadelphia. Matter of his oration cleared up. The 23rd will be satisfactory for his oration. Believes presentation should be after the oration. ER-497 a-b\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Philadelphia. Unable to make appointment now for an oration at the University of Virginia. Will do so when he can. ER-520\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlattsburgh. Sends $57.10. Has had to contend with much opposition to the Association. $30 she sent was contributed by Masonic Lodge. ER-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received articles from Richmond South, thanks her for her defense of him. Encloses copies of all correspondence between him and Commissioners for Military Asylum 1851, describes his one meeting with Commissioner, declares he has had but one price for Mount Vernon , $200,000 since it came into his possession in 1849. Press attacks unfair. Explains Lewis McKenzie's and others' attitude toward sale. In 1852 he promptly refused Mr. Corcoran's offer of $100,000 - wished to present it to U.S. Bill proposed for Virginia legislature 1853-1854, offering $190,000. J.A.W. has asked General Scott for a statement of price quoted to him in 1851, will forward on receipt of it. Copy of this letter ER-9-35 in following folder. RM-523,ER-4280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy of previous letter. ER-9-35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re: a contract to sell 200 acres and how it was cancelled. Was never offered for $300,000. Washington has never offered Mount Vernon for sale to any public or private body, but when asked if he would sell, has stated his price $200,000 and terms. ER-9, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Says she has not acknowledged his last two letters. Asks how she is. Advises she and John Augustine Washington III have patience and Everett will purchase Mount Vernon; all pleased with his lecture, 3000 there. Not half who wanted to attend could get tickets. Thinks he will repeat it. ER-13, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports oration given in New England. NY Academy of Music gross receipts were $1800; due to low price of tickets and exorbitant rent, advertising, etc. proceeds only $1100. Philadelphia engagement not well handled, so on request, will repeat it a third time there. NY Central Stock is now back to purchase price. Photostat of letter also included. ER-9, p. 157, photostat ER-522\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. Nashville. \"Francis D. Fogg, Counsellor at Law, advises you to pay at once every dollar you can collect.\" ER-10, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. Nashville. \"Tennessee Funds in bank two thousand six hundred dollars, $2,600.\" ER-10, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, written in her absence by D.L. Yulee. Acknowledges letter and sends ex-Governor Broome's address. ER-4, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Boston. Speaking arrangements in Richmond. Refers to Mr. Pryor's articles. Leaves Monday for South, to reach Richmond by the 20th. Speaking is very exhausting to him. Will deliver his \"charity\" address for any charitable object. ER-498\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Reported to Mrs. Pellet fully on work in Mississippi. Addresses will be given Feb. 22 for benefit of fund. Needs more literature. ER-14, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses copies of Mr. Washington's letters to General Scott and Mr. McKenzie and their replies. Mr. Washington's differs from Mr. McKenzie's memory of offer for Mount Vernon. General Scott's recollection is in accord with J.A.W.'s. ER-9, p.37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Augusta. Wants to be of service but must put efforts toward paying for his father's monument. Apologies. RM-144, TYP 2407\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposited funds. Gives advice. MS-5549, RM-970\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Fall from horse has kept him at home. Plans to be in Alexandria and will look for her friend Mr. Dawson. Has had no communication with members of Virginia legislature, does not know their views, but thinks if Association can persuade legislators that they \"need name of State\" only and not funds, difficulties will be overcome. ER-9, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. Philadelphia. \"Your request shall be complied with.\" ER-9, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Has packed 3 boxes of articles to send to Augusta, GA Fair; Mrs. Eve hopes to realize $1000 from sale for Mount Vernon. Reports a soiree planned, attempts to reach schools. Masonic lodges. Has sent out 200 circulars. ER-10, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile, AL. Sends check. Masons give $670. Gives \"first dollar\" ($100) she receives from her \"Souvenirs of Travel.\" Sold 190 pictures. ER-14, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of funds transfers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 p. Requests that he visit briefly to meet with her and Mr. Yancey and Mr. Everett. RM-523, ER-4239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 p. Sends him a portrait of George Washington and requests to come the next day to meet with her and Mr. Yancey. RM-523, ER-4240\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mayor Vaux will send his check later. Sends $150 from subscribers. Reports on shipment of portraits for sale by Devereux Co., says they are prompt and reliable - have 15 or 16000 of the 2500 editions ready. ER-13, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thanks her for courtesies extended him while in Richmond. Asks what changes Mr. Yancey suggests. Want Bill dealt with even if unfavorably at this session, and suggests they begin to plan further now in case of its defeat. ER-9, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Urges her not to resign as Vice President of Mount Vernon Association because of illness. She should appoint some one to aid her in her duties, as Mrs. Fogg, Mrs. MacWillie and Madam Le Vert are doing - assures her the Association will succeed whatever is the action of the Virginia legislature. Asks her to send in any funds by the 20th\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. States that the Mount Vernon Bill in the Virginia Legislature will come up on March 3 and will be defeated. She desires to have a record of their transactions made public shortly after this and urges him to prepare a letter stating that as neither the United States nor Virginia will act to save Mount Vernon, he will sell to the Association. RM-523, ER-4241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Regrets he did not see her again before leaving. Everett had all Mount Vernon securities he has accumulated sent to Richmond. Since Miss Cunningham advised not transferring them, they were sealed and left with Mr. Macfarland - to be transferred to her at any time. Will keep cash funds in his own bank at 6% interest but payable to her with one day's notice. Plans for Richmond proceeds. Leaves in half hour for Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Informs him that an act of incorporation will be sought, in case The Mt. Vernon Bill is defeated in the Legislature. Date noted in J.A. Washington's hand. RM-523, ER-4242\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. He urges that no matter how great the provocation, no offense be given the legislators. Passed night with Mr. Washington at Mount Vernon and discussed terms of purchase - objection to reservation of Tomb and demand for interest. If he adjusts the purchase could be made at once. Plans of woeful dilapidation. Repairs will be $15-20,000. New York Central Bonds are 11 cents over price paid. Governor of Pennsylvania and other administrators invite him to repeat oration on Mar 13. Also, one photostat, ER-499 of letter book copy and typescript of part of letter. ER-9, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re: Virginia's refusal to buy tomb of GW. (note back of letter \"written by D. Burroughs in behalf of Miss C. when she was too ill to write herself but not used on her recovery.\") ER-3, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Encloses an itemized list of checks and coupons, $5093, for Mount Vernon fund. Memo for $5125, p. 18. ER-11, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 p. Richmond. Suggestions for negotiations on forms of the contract and handling of public announcement. RM-523, ER-4243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Shelbyville, TN. Delayed in starting Mount Vernon agency because of financial depression. Now has it started, gave supper, proceeds about $210. ER-10, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Plans to organize every county in Tennessee not already contributing. Reports work of schools, Masonic lodges, and has appointed 10 new agents. ER-10, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington? Mr. Booth's matinee for Mount Vernon - reference to another benefit. ER-3, p. 122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses the family vault, the most important matter in Mount Vernon purchase terms. The problems involved in selling to the state or to an individual. Alterations in the vault contemplated and ways of securing permanent preservation. Terms of payment, cash and securities offered, amount and time of payments. Mr. Yancey and Miss Cunningham suggest initial payment of 70 or 80 thousand dollars and the rest in one to three years. Important to have conditions exactly recorded and such that Association can meet its obligations. Contributions up to $5000 may be paid as received to lessen Association's interest on payments due. Suggests creating an act of incorporation before signing the contract. Asks for her ideas of a contract for the procedure of sale so as to avoid misunderstandings when the final document is drawn. ER-9, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brown's Hotel. Asks where Mr. Everett is, cannot understand his delay in giving oration there. With Mr. Dawson, she thinks failure of Bill will do Association good. ER-14, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Rejoices $28,000 has been paid since February 22. Reports further work with schools, Masonic lodges, Grand Ball for Mount Vernon fund at Memphis. (part of letter missing) ER-10, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on success of Mount Vernon efforts. Advises her to husband her strength. ER-13, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLooking forward to the cause being throughout the land - not just in the South. Regents appointed in northern states, too. ER-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg, VA. Fears Leesburg too small a city to have Everett's lecture and secure the audience he might expect. Will do their best, thinks a good many pictures could be sold and Mr. Lynch will use his best efforts. ER-3, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. As Knight of Mount Vernon, has inaugurated Masonic movement with signal success; give Lodges and amounts each gave. Odd Fellows have started subscriptions. Everett Yancey at head of Knight movement. Next to APC, Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Le Vert \"will occupy most prominent niches.\" Called on Mr. Petigen (Petigru?) who advises obtaining charter from Virginia at once with power to purchase Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives her letter on defeat of Bill in Virginia Legislature for purchase of Mount Vernon and renewal of Association's offer to purchase Estate. Experience of last 7 years convinces J.A. Washington that neither US nor Virginia wishes to purchase Mount Vernon. He is now willing to consider his 3rd choice for guardianship of estate and asks Association for terms of their offer. ER-9, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Repeats oration in Wilmington, Trenton, and Harrisburg. Compares the returns to those on his Charity lecture where tickets are $1.50 instead of .50 Will start on southern trip, 6 places in Virginia, through North Carolina to Charleston. Hopes bill does not pass. Country will prefer ownership by MV Ladies. Suggests contract can be made before Charter is granted, can hold money in trust. Urges her to take best legal advice. J.A. Washington \"wholly the gentleman in feeling and principle... but keen.\" If large payment expected, should waive interest. Wishes to put Tomb in repair before it is turned over. Can rely on Mssrs. Macfarland and Petigen, Richmond. Gives his plans for turning over cash and investment funds. Is considering another discourse which will bear repetition widely. ER-9, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Philadelphia. Informs him that first installment of $57,000 will be ready as specified in contract. Requests discretion to keep matter out of news until official announcement is made. Includes plans for future transactions. RM-523, ER-4244\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Collections small. Expects Everett. Dr. Hawks lectures in state. Sales of pictures bring $50. ER-14, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharleston. Encloses resolutions from Freemasons. Support will be from masons throughout union.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. John A. Washington gives him Constitution of MVLA; notes of heads for a contract of sale of property, which he will throw into form for Regent to submit to Mr. Macfarland. ER-3, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile, AL. Sends check for $1000, sent $1010 on February 18. Men gave money, women gave no aid. ER-14, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston.\"Dearest daughter.\" Is detained at home by severe illness of his wife. Did not mean to be discouraging about purchase contract. Hoped to scale down all possible on \"exorbitant price,\" but whatever her decision, his fund is payable to her on one day's notice unreservedly. Suggests \"President\" and \"Vice-Presidents\" rather than titles \"Regent\" and \"Vice Regents\" - also compares two possible candidates in St. Louis. ER-9, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Her personal physician congratulates and admonishes her. ER-3, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Savannah. Sends him orations to sell for Mount Vernon, fears his county cannot contribute much. He will write out and deliver this summer in Kentucky a series of 4 lectures. ER-10, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Washington wants to insert questionable clauses into contract with Ladies. RM-523, ER-4281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Plans to lecture in the South. Has heard that \"Pamela had closed the bargain with Mr. Washington.\" Mentions his wife's ill health. RM-600, ER-4489\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned about losing Association's money already paid in event of being unable to raise full $200,000 or Washington's death. RM-523, ER-4245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Ritchie revealed to him APC's identity. Receives copy of Mount Vernon Bill; reports glorious victory in Virginia and Mrs. Ritchie's part in it; mistake of forming Central Committee, how J. Gilmer's activities developed; J.A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon to Association. O.W. Langfitt and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie secure Charter; Judge Bernien, GA, gives counsel; importance of best legal advice for Association. ER-11, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 p. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Cover and photostat of cover. Date and writer noted on cover in John Augustine Washington's hand. Vice Regents are ready to transact business regarding the contract. RM-523, ER-4245 (says ER-4247 on folder)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg. Asks for definite information re: purchase of Mount Vernon, terms, amount raised by Mr. Everett. Will appeal to Masons in Williamsburg. ER-3, p. 129.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants her to head fundraising in Louisiana. ER-353\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Savannah. Started on southern trip, goes back to Charleston. If there is not $9000 in cash on hand, will try to raise rest soon. Tickets here sold at $2 each. Asks if she wishes NY Central stock converted into cash. Would like to comply with her request for an article but has his time filled and knows she can do it well. Note on same page says he will call on her at 12 o'clock - no plans given. ER-9, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Richmond. Informs him that Mr. Everett is moving ahead with transfer of funds for settlement; other financial matters. RM-523, ER-4247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Frobisher engaged to be married. MVLA affairs in which Ritchie hopes Massachusetts will help. April 6, 1858 MVLA purchase of Mount Vernon was signed and sealed. Sends Frobisher copy of MVLA charter and constitution. Regent presides over MVLA each state allowed one Vice Regent who is MVLA Board of Managers. Mrs. Greenough is VR of Massachusetts. Mrs. Ritchie to be VR of Virginia. Soon hope to take possession of Mount Vernon. Now still raising purchase money. Asks Frobisher to make her friends aware of this and assist in raising funds, to get friends to make voluntary offerings to MVLA. Masons have pledged large sum towards purchase. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. At request of Everett sends $9193.81 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-9, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. Charleston. \"$9000 were remitted to you from Boston yesterday.\" ER-9, p. 168\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Belle Ville near Wilmington. Has $122.60 on hand for Association. Now controversy re: sale of Mount Vernon is over, hopes to collect more funds. ER-11, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Accepts appointment as Vice Regent of Massachusetts. ER-12, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses payment to account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Financial questions regarding sale. RM-524, ER-4302\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Receives \"Act of Incorporation of Mount Vernon\" Constitution, Credentials. Empowers Mrs. Ritchie to act as her proxy in accepting Constitution and \"amended Act of incorporation.\" Net agents in Louisiana. Have raised between one and two thousand dollars. Send Washington pictures to be sold. ER-14, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Reply to his letter of the 17th, detailing payments owed him by the Association. RM-524, ER-4303 (folder says 4283)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks about her health. Speaks of the revival in religious interests. ER-13, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. signed by George C. Whiting. Washington, D.C. Grand Master of DC Lodge will present question of raising funds to his chapter and asks for copy of MVLA constitution. ER-3, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Richmond. Congratulations on Regent's Appeal. Has two prospects in Arkansas and asks for instructions. Interest of children growing. ER-3, p. 124\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Thinks Washington's terms of sale not good. He keeps Mount Vernon while Association must pay him until full amount is paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad she accepted Vice Regent for Louisiana. ER-354\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has Miss Christie's letter with check for $2454.75 proceeds from Charleston and Augusta, the other check for $315 he returns, not from his lectures but from Mr. Yeadon and should be so credited. If the $1002 from Charleston is not needed, Mr. Macfarland can return it to his fund. All of fund is always at her command. Hopes to go to Virginia in May. Says \"Christie\" must get a book and keep a copy of official letters. ER-9, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Gives list and dates of engagements, Lexington, University of Virginia, Norfolk, Brandon, but will go to Mount Vernon if he can be of help. ER-9, p.171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Will have APC's article published at once. Pictures for sale to be sent to Jackson. ER-14, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives her letter enclosing plot of 200 acres surveyed years ago by Johnston. Will have a re-survey made, corner stones set and sent her a copy. Asks for copy of her letter as published, signed. ER-9, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Sends circular of impending publication of Washington's Farewell Address. Intend sending circular advertising portrait to gentlemen and ladies around the country and to newspapers to try to boost lagging sales. Adams \u0026amp; Co. agrees to carry small parcels, including rolls of pictures, free, and a reduced rate for large bundles. [This letter written on a circular advertising Washington's Farewell Address.] ER-D-1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy \"made and given by Miss Jane A. Riggs, Vice Regent for District of Columbia, May 13, 1913\". Written on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Requests Mr. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLater handwritten copy. Asking George W. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Richmond, on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Instruction for surveying the two hundred acres and a visit and inspection of the grounds. Questions about insurance premiums and taxes due. RM-523, ER-4248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts the position of Treasurer for the MVLA. Wishes to help them as best he can.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Recounts interest in Restoration of Mount Vernon including Tomb; formation of the MVLA; problems of purchase. Asks her to become Vice Regent for Maine. ER-19, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receives Amendments, Bills, letter from Judge Loring asking about organization of Mount Vernon workers and excluding abolitionists. Professor Rogers, Glasgow, thinks Regent's appeal to her English \"sisters\" would bring funds. Washington apathetic to Mount Vernon cause. Sent subscription lists to Mr. Huntington, also to Mrs. Otis, who would be a good secretary. ER-12, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvisable for treasurer to be in D.C. National ground and therefore less jealousy between the states. Regent, at advice of Mr. Everett, selected Mr. Riggs as treasurer. Requests all Vice Regents to send in an accurate account of all money collected and by whom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks for accurate description of Mount Vernon, especially tomb of GW; is preparing Address for July 4th, at Academy of Music. Regent's graceful apologies for J.A.W. do not pardon him. ER-3, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer. Sends message to Mr. R. Peale. Has portrait of GW copied from Stuart's unfinished head. (forgotten it was from Peale's portrait). ER-12, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Acceptance of appointment of Vice Regent for New York. J.B. Ruggles will aid her in preparing organization plan for NY. ER-12, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Acknowledges letters re: Mount Vernon and has sent replies mainly to Mrs. Ritchie because of Miss Cunningham's illness. Commends appointment of Miss Hamilton, as pleasing the people, also Rigg's appointment. Sends his letter to Mrs. Little of Maine and commends her fitness for Vice Regent of Maine. Typed transcript with letter. ER-10, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Approves choice of George W. Riggs as treasurer. Dr. Hawks to lecture for Association. Will send plants when Association takes possession. Sends account of funds. Now on deposit in Mount Vernon fund, $418.93. ER-14, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will assist Mrs. Morse in any way she can with the preservation of Mount Vernon. ER-355\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Believes she has true patriotism, but Mr. Washington does not. Contemplates who should be Vice Regent for Pennsylvania. Wants to deliver an address on the tomb of Washington. ER-3-133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"My dearest little Pam\" - discusses his domestic duties in helping prepare his daughter's family to go abroad. Believes there will be some reluctance in New York to the changes in the MVLA Constitution. ER-9, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Suggests a plan for systematically organizing work in each state, England and France. An aged man, prefers to be anonymous. ER-13, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Difficulties over termination of Central Committee and appointment of Mrs. Ritchie, northern born, to Virginia Vice Regency. ER-3, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re: organization of movement in states under Vice Regents. Outlines plan New York state has developed. ER-10, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks for reply to his suggestion of a Washington monument. ER-3, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eER-356\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. written by Christie Johnson on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Draft. Re: his proposal to deliver oration on Tomb, will send information. Richmond benefit excursion to be soon. Mr. Washington refuses to allow monument to be erected over Tomb. ER-11, p. 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Staunton, Virginia. Asks for proper form for casting vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer. Has asked Judge Loring's ideas for state organization. Unable to attend Council. ER-12, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Approves Mr. Riggs' appointment as treasurer. Reports on agents in counties and funds collected; total $2297.47. Replies re: editors in State. ER-14, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re: organization of New York - devoted to securing Mount Vernon; subscription to be entirely from women; prefer to call \"ladies\" in North \"women\"; does not ask any other state to adopt NY plan, only asks Miss Cunningham's approval and they will set to work. Vice Regent Hamilton will attend meeting if possible the 29th. ER-10, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Explains why he could not go to Richmond - various affairs calling him back to Boston, more than 100 letters accumulated in his absence. But for pressing duties, he would attend the \"pic-Nic\" at Mount Vernon on the 29th. Had fine time at Brandon. Mrs. Ritchie is a great favorite there. ER-9, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re: \"State Organization\" problems. States both sides and likens Constitution and organization under it to that of U.S. Cites New York problem and wisdom and tact of Mrs. Hamilton (later Vice Regent). Agrees in her idea that D.P. Brown's (Philadelphia) idea will cause both work and expense. Will sketch a report for Mrs. Pellet as soon as time allows. Has $6502 to send whenever she wishes it. ER-9, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Unable to meet Miss Hamilton and Mr. Ruggles at Mount Vernon, but invites them to Richmond. ER-1, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In regards to a survey of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Includes letter received and draft copy by John Augustine Washington. Mount Vernon. Expects a competent surveyor and Mr. Thornburn presently, and will then have everything ready for Association's official inspection. Mansion insurance $5000 Baltimore Co. and $5000 in Hartford Co. Questions of payments and renewal settled at conference. Relates a story Mrs. Alexander (aunt) told of GW's devotion to Miss Dalton (Miss C's great aunt). ER-4249, RM-523 and ER-9, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and draft. Richmond. His appointment as Treasurer required consent of the Grand Council, but all approved and he is now officially appointed as Treasurer of the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. written for Brown, signed J.R.H. \"The above is a list os gentlemen, which should desire their appointment from you for the approaching ceremony, and they should be written to...\" List of men for the Committee on Arrangements. ER-11, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. In a secretary's hand, letter to Cunningham through Christie Johnson. Re: his oration; qualification for membership in Association, desires every American to contribute his \"mite\"; argues at length for plan he suggested. ER-3, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Philadelphia. They have refrained from sending out their publication of the Circular, as she wishes. Has arranged with Mr. Godey, publisher of Ladies Book, to invite contributions to the Association and publish in his magazine the names of those buying Portraits and contributing through him. Suggests that a Southern publication should do the same. Hopes she will sanction their advertising and distributing the Circular. Feels this would be better than agency system because dependable, conscientious people who would do the work are hard to find. Suggests sending circulars to all those on subscription lists in \"Godey's\" and other publications to keep alive their interest. They have decided to reserve popular edition of the portrait for themselves, the $1 and 50 cent styles for her exclusive control. ER-D-17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. E.S. Sanford, General Superintendent Adams Express Company. On company letterhead. Unexpected journey prevented his carrying out proposed arrangement for Mount Vernon Association. ER-D-7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rockbridge Alum Springs. Agrees with Regent, purchase should be without foreign aid. Appeal to Army and Navy. Will send replies to Judge Loring. Encloses her vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer, p. 9. ER-12, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. City papers will insert Mount Vernon notices from time to time if they don't take up too much room. Does not recommend application to Secretaries of War and Navy for aid, out to Colonels of regiments and commanders of ships. ER-21, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. States her views re: Mount Vernon, a national institution, democratic, free from politics. ER-12, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rockbridge, Alum Springs. Rains prevent her answering summons to Alexandria. Sent Judge Loring's opinions. Plans for the Judge and G.W. Riggs to meet. ER-12, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulations on Association success. Keeps Mount Vernon project before Godey's Lady's Book readers, Mr. Godey has $40 in subscriptions. August number carries Appeal. Pennsylvania inactive - Masonic fraternity may aid. ER-3, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile, Alabama. Received 250 pictures of Washington from Devereux \u0026amp; Co. to be sold for $1. Regrets she was not at Mount Vernon the 29th. ER-14, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding her appointment as assistant in her parish to help collect subscriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending  check on behalf of his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets the Regent does not agree with his ideas of the Committee and presentation of his lecture. ER-3, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Has not discussed local boards with Mssrs. Ruggles and Macfarland, gives his own views. Wise to adopt counsels of Miss Hamilton (N.Y.) and Mr. Ruggles. He returns a receipt for $2269.40 and asks that a receipt for $2700 be sent which will include later returns on Richmond oration. Asks for receipt for $9193.81 Mr. Peabody sent her from Boston. Will send draft for GW oration in Philadelphia. Has not given oration recently - \"needed repose\" and to be at home. ER-9, p.179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Thanks her for the daguerrotype of herself she sent him. Has been resting from public lecture though occupied by other duties. Has had many invitations to speak, but finds a great difference between the \"65th and the 35th year of his life\". ER-9, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses purchase of bond and publication of names of donors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Talked with Mr. Devereux about portraits for sale. He attempts to reach postmasters. Since his limited funds did not permit his selling portraits at Independence Hall, offers other cooperative suggestions for his services to Mount Vernon. Now Mr. Godey has cooperated and helped overcome the public's suspicions. ER-13, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Richmond. Written and signed by Christie Johnson on behalf of Regent. Gives plan for publishing subscriber's names. Requests Treasurer to influence more Congressmen to contribute. Mayors of cities to be addressed. ER-1, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscription list for the month. ER-360\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re: plan of organization in N.Y. Has heard of progress in other states through Mrs. Pellet. ER-12, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington. Miss Cunningham's illness. Will pay Mr. Washington $5000 as soons as funds are accumulated. Protests that a bond for $50,000 as Treasurer is much too high. Received $1005.75 from M.S. Morse. ER-21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill do whatever she can for the cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 p. Richmond.Asks his instructions for depositing $12000 with Mr. Riggs, requests information about their common ancestry in the Dalton and Herbert families and relates that Mr. Everett has insisted that she sign an appeal with her real name, not \"my assumed name de plume\" probably the Southern Matron. ER-4250, RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Philadelphia. Probably written in the hand of Christie Johnson, signed by Cunningham. Thanks him for his help.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Private. Returns letters she sent, Miss Hamilton to Mr. Ruggles and Mrs. Le Vert's. Sends draft of $6600 which she will endorse and send Mr. Riggs for payment to Mr.  Washington. Comments on some investments of Mount Vernon fund he has raised. Cannot consent to Mrs. Le Vert's proposal publication with biographical part on Everett. Any ostentation at this time will bring trouble - and no reason for selecting him out of the many who have given generously. Refers to GW's early love affairs. ER-9, p.183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Sends two drafts, $1300 and $5300, balance of uninvested funds from his oration plus interest on investments. Asks her to date receipt on day she signs them. ER-9, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts appointment as member of committee of arrangements for D.P. Brown's lecture July 4th, for MVLA. ER-13, p. 104\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Is unable to assist at the Mount Vernon benefit lecture by D.P. Brown on July 4th. ER-13, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Has received her letter, copy of Miss Hamilton's sensible letter enclosed and Regent's receipt. Corrects their accounting and asks for a corrected receipt to replace one returned. ER-9, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Honored by being asked to serve on the Committee for the Mount Vernon benefit lecture by D.P. Brown, July 4th, he asks that his name be used, although he is forced to be out of the city on that day, but offers his hearty cooperation. ER-13, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Washington won't take payments on account - this will place larger sum than $5000 in his (Riggs) hands. He will give bond for the amount, with Mr. Corcoran as security. Bank won't allow interest on current deposits. He can invest money as received in safe investments. ER-21, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letter received and pencil draft. Written in the hand of her secretary, signed by Cunningham. Discusses payment to Mr. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Financial matters. ER-4306, RM-524\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Staunton. Sends change of address, gives substance of a letter from Judge Loring (p. 15) and list of newspaper editors. ER-12, p. 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. From the Rector of Trinity Church. Expresses admiration for MVLA, accepts invitation to act on Committee of Arrangements for anniversary, and asks for instructions. ER-10, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Returns drafts which lack Regent's signature. Corrects statements and accounts rendered on Charleston and Augusta orations and Selma contribution. Also statement re: Mr. Wilcox's contribution… \"the most scrupulous accuracy is requisite.\" Sorry Christie Johnson is sick.  ER-9, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Harris Sproat, Secretary of the Society of the Cincinnati. Society will do all possible to forward views of Mount Vernon Association in accordance with Regent's letter of June 9. ER-13, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Written at the request of her sister, Mary Morris Hamilton, concerning the MVLA and her appointment as Vice Regent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile, Alabama. Asked Mr. Yancey to give her list of money he collected in state. Lists contributors and amounts given as she knows them. ER-14. p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Paid Devereux \u0026amp; Co. $60 for Mount Vernon fund. Encloses a fine letter form Buffalo - thinks a great field in New York state is opened up. ER-13, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Gives her his bond as Treasurer, for $50,000 with Mr. Corcoran as security. ER-21, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Cites Constitution, Art. 8, re: appointment of Lady Managers. Regent will leave these appointments to Vice Regents in each state. Entrusts NY State organization entirely to Miss Hamilton. ER-11, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for help in N.Y. and encloses circular detailing how to send contributions and names of donors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Signed Hor. Binney. Declines, for various reasons, to act on Committee for Arrangements for D.P. Brown's benefit lecture for Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePasses along Mrs.  Thompson's name - can help in Buffalo.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Refers to apparent mix-up in appointment in parishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Approves the freedom given each State to organize as it thinks best. Sends copy of a Circular to be used in N.Y. State in organizing Standing and Advisory Committees. ER-10, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. People in and around Philadelphia are in bad financial situations. Postpone meeting there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNashville. As Treasurer for Mrs. Fogg, sends $200 check on her behalf. of Mary Rutledge Fogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers suggestions from APC on organizing in New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie, New York. Mary Morris Hamilton may use his name on Advisory Board. Mrs. Lossing will serve as a Lady Manager. Will plan publication of Appeal and other publicity. ER-12, p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses list of donors in Monroe, LA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lockport. Accepts offer to serve on Standing Committee in New York State. ER-14, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Independence Hall, Philadelphia. Confidential. He and Mr. Devereux unable to publish \"Mount Vernon Book of Names.\" Mr. D. has developed a plan for Mount Vernon Record and they submit sample copy; 5000 copies in 1st issue, large portion for newspapers, rest for Association. Newspapers unwilling to give much space for names, etc. or their charges are prohibitive. Mr. D. will submit plan in detail. ER-13, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten on behalf of her sister, Mary Morris Hamilton, about appointment of the New York Board. Incomplete. ER-12, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter copied by Louisa Schuyler, Mary Morris Hamilton's niece. Dobb's Ferry, Westchester Co.  Re: NY plan, appointing Board, Buffalo's efficient mgr. Appeal to Mayors not adapted to this region. Mary Morris Hamilton's meeting with fine response, Gov. King cooperates and Pres. When Advisory Committee is complete will issue an Appeal, practical, matter of fact in character. Incomplete letter by Eliza Schuyler in previous folder. ER-12, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses $50 of contributions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopied extract from letter - advice on organization.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Philadelphia. Newspapers all want to be paid for inserting lists of subscribers--deplores lack of patriotism--proposes having their own publication, \"Mount Vernon Records,\" a sheet devoted to memory of Washington and listing subscribers--to be sent to all newspapers throughout the country--believes prosect of seeing their name in print will make some people give to fund who otherwise would not--hopes to secure Mt. Vernon by 1859, the 100th anniversary of marriage of George and Martha Washington--Mr. Godey's support in his magazine will have great influence--invites her ideas on what to include in pages of the Record--first number will be printed in 5000 copies, most to go out to newspapers, especially in N.Y., Pa., and N. England--Mr. Watson to aid them in publishing Record from Independence Hall--did not plan on charging for the paper, but Post Office regulations necessitate their charging to be carried free through the mails--they must assume expense if there are no subscribers--have obtained concessions of Howard's Express and Kensley's Express to carry packages. ER-D-19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Buffalo. Acknowledges receipt of Appeal for purchase of Mount Vernon sent to Mrs. Fillmore during her illness; consents to use of her name. ER-12, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Upton Park. Reads notice in NY Evening Express of Miss M's appointment and asks for appoint of manager in Oswego County, given her \"genealogical\" and other qualifications. ER-12, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Calls on Harper Bros. and will try to have an illus. article in Harper's Weekly.  Lossing visited MV in July 1854, describes careful drawings of Mansion including some of outbuildings and stables \"which stand as Washington left them\"; also drawing of Vaughan mantel.  Reports Harper's favorable to MV plan.  Describes Mrs. Lossing's plan to organize children's campaign for funds. p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Has Gov. Hunt's list and will make out committee after seeing Miss H. Has lease of room in Cooper Institute at $13 per mo., $18 per mo. if held another year.  Has also arranged for subscription books.  Washington Irving allows his names placed on committee. ER-12, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regent is much pleased with Mrs. Long's work.  Regent's preference would be for Mrs. Long to be Vice Regent for Florida but mutual friends suggest either Senator Yulee's wife or Mrs. Murat.  If Mrs. Long thinks Mrs. Yulee best choice, asks for prompt answer and Regent will forward credentials to Mrs. Yulee; the public announcement of Mrs. Yulee as Vice Regent will be made in Fla. through Mrs. Long.  Any changes in permanent state organization will be left to new VR.  Asks Mrs. Long to ask Mrs. Murat to forward her report promptly. ER-4, p. 139, 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Her circular delayed.  Saw E. Everett.  Mr. Choate has not replied.  Provisions for money collected in Mass. in relation to Everett fund.  Thanks Regent for many copies of her letters sent which aid in organizing. ER-12, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Accepts appointment enthusiastically and presents some plans for immediate participation in raising funds. ER-12, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. As part of history of MVLA activities in Maine, Mrs. Sweat copies this lengthy letter, giving an account of Miss Cunningham, information on how other states have organized, suggestions for Maine, present status of purchase fund, etc. ER-19, p. 19-26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped extract from letter, concerns donation from Mrs. Sigourney who would also like to plant a tree or shrubbery at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has received $200 from Mrs. Francis B. Fogg, VR from Tennessee--forwarded his bond for $50,000. ER-21, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Asks about duties and statue of Virginia Committee - her continuance in the work will depend on Regent's reply. ER-3, p.151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Philadelphia. Her telegram reached them in time to save a large number of Records going off--error won't be noticed by those already receiving the Record--corrections to be made before any sent to N.Y.C. Philadelphia or other large cities--sorry for errors in first number--asks position of Watson and Godey--need influential lady acting for the Association in Philadelphia, to sanction an appeal to Pa. in August no.--should publish her appeal in several successive numbers of the Record--will be on look out for notices regarding the Record in various papers--to pay tribute in paper to some of people donating services to the Assoc.--suggests getting Jno. R. Thompson of \"Southern Literary Messinger\" and Mrs. Robt. Lee to write a few words for the \"Record\"--their printer, Mr. Chichester, has published in the \"Printers News Letter\" the appeal and an editorial in which he begs all publishers to copy appeal--will try to obtain understanding with Mr. Sanford of Adams Express to act in accordance with their assurances. ER-D-41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received her letter, including 6 checks, amounting to $3957.82, not $4957.82, as stated by her--will write Mr. Washington to get his approval of state securities--hopes he will take them at cost and allow the interest gained ... ER-21, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile. Miss Cunningham as Regent is telling Mrs. Morse of some of the responsibilities of a Vice-Regent.  Mrs. Morse was one of the Founding Vice-Regents. RM-86a, PS-2234a, 2 pgs\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. From Catherine Murat and the Committee for selection of an orator for MV benefits asks Governor. Call to speak for them.  Signed by C.D. Murat, Mary Robertson, C.G. Shepard, E.S. Gamble, S.S. Williams. ER-4, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten in the hand of her secretary, signed by Miss Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receives Appeals, Charters, etc.  Will publish Mrs. Pellet's Report.  Has circular ready to distribute.  Has collected only $5, but is enthusiastic, working, and perfecting an organization. ER-12, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Livingston, Columbia Co., New York. Accepts appointment on \"Standing Committee.\"  ER-12, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Reports from various centers, some do not like idea of selling books and portraits.  Hears impatient reports from some eastern states on appointments of VRs and offers Regent assistance. ER-12, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Buffalo. Accepts appointment of Lady Manager; offers names of others who will aid, and suggestions for organizing.  Regrets Assn. was not presented to public in beginning as a National and not sectional organization. ER-12, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has received check for $25 from Temple Chapter in Madison, N.C. for benefit of Mount Vernon. ER-21, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re $96.55 sent for purchase fund, speeches he has made, Mrs. Greenough's Appeals, Mass. state organization, Mr. Choate's address withh a reference to Mount Vernon.  Sends a photographic view by Powers in return for her \"beautiful daguerrotype\". ER-9, p. 190\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. States advantages of Mrs. Murat for VR-Fla in comparison with her own qualifications.  Mrs. Long, at Regent's request, offered Mrs. Murat the VR of Fla. And she accepted.  Mrs. Murat a better choice than Mrs. Yulee who has been little in touch with Floridians. ER-4, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mayor's office, Salem, MA. Answer to Appeal to raise funds.  Raising funds for a Revolutionary monument, but hopes later to answer her Appeal more satisfactorily. ER-10, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Geneva. Will serve as agent of MV Assn, and send \"tribute of our friends on the shore of Lake Otsego\".  Her aunt will collect in Geneva.  Will return to Copperstown soon. ER-12, p. 246\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Russell Hotel, Quebec. Harper Bros. will take an illustrated article on MV for February no.  Will go to MV in Sept. to make sketches. ER-12, p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood Home Place. Reports on funds collected.  Sends her plan of working to Mrs. LeVert and Mrs. Morse.  Washington portraits to be sold, are much admired.  Difficult to get list of contributors published in her state. ER-14, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Concerns publishing the names and contributions of past subscriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Cambridge. Asks if Mount Vernon is to be Botanical Garden.  Comments on Catharine Willis Murat's title. ER-12, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Letter regarding mostly subscription lists and contributions. RM-197, ER-2608\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile. Sends list of contributors and amounts given, including sums collected by Mr. Yancey. ER-14, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Sends $251.99 and announces good prospects for more. ER-4, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. State organization working well although slowly.  Mrs. LeVert collects some from eastern Mississippi. ER-14, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped transcript of letter. Boston. Everett is apparently writing about a proposal by Souther to give the oration on the character of Washington and the conditions surrounding such a speech. RM-123, TYP 2342\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter. Acknowledges Mrs. Murat's acceptance of Vice-Regency of Fla., sends credentials, and authorization to appoint local boards for collecting funds for purchase of MV.  For letter see p. 205. ER-4, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges him to proceed with a letter he has promised to write for publication, which she asserts, will put an end to controversy and misunderstanding over the sale of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. Offers money and her influence to the MVLA and asks to have a subscription book sent to her. Portion of letter clipped away. ER-13, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Acknowledges receipt of credentials for MVLA. Also includes facsimile of letter, MV Neg. #3392. ER-4, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Objects to having Mrs. Morse's Appeal so much hers and local idea that Mrs. McW. may not have written appeal.  Will send reports to Richmond. ER-14, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemphis, Tenn., Angerona Lodge no. 168. Committee forwards $125.50 for Mount Vernon purchase fund and assurances of the cooperation of the Order in this worthy cause.  Sends Charles Scott's address and By-Laws of the Lodge, and assurance of their high regard for the Regent's character, Signed by Committtee. ER-10, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Philadelphia. Acknowledges Mrs. Murat's acceptance of the Vice-Regency for Fla.  (for draft of letter, see p. 211). ER-4, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sends order for Challen and Co. publishers, for Oil portrait of E. Everett - portion of sale price for Mount Vernon fund.  ER-10, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Recommends Mrs. Mary Boott Goodrich highly as a woman and an efficient worker.  Discusses other possible appointments in R.I. and Conn.  Reports slow progress in Mass.  New Englanders would think Mrs. Murat's title of princess undemocratic, advises against its use in MV publications. ER-12, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington, DE. Gives plan of local organization in State for collecting funds for purchase of MV. ER-17, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Philadelphia. Gives brief history of movement from beginning to date.  Notes on margin, \"Mrs. Goodrich, Conn., from A.P.C., Regent; copied and sent from Cape May. ER-4, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Asks her to send E. Everett one of the copies sent Regent of \"Elements of Natural Science\" and request him to obtain a written order from the Boston Board of Education for as many copies as schools system requires.  Mrs. Fogg has asked Miss Hamilton to have Mr. Ruggles introduce the book into N.Y. Public Schools.  Tries also for Philadelphia and New Orleans adoption. ER-10, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Asks VR-NY for further introduction of her Barrington's Elements of Natural Science into Public Schools - cites favorable comments and schools that have adopted it.  Mrs. Fogg has pledged Tenn. For $10,000 for fund.  Has collected $2500 from 11 counties in 4 months. ER-10, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCambridge. Reports fully but asks Sec. to suppress details that might annoy Regent. ER-12, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Geneva. Ready to serve, is on \"Standing Committee\".  Lives in a \"very quiet wood\" population of a half dozen, but will go into adjoining area. ER-12, p. 246\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Paris, Bourbon Co., KY. Sends $29.50 with names of contributors. ER-10, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks how many VRs have been appointed in northern states.  Appeal goes out in NY this week.  If landscape gardener for MV is to be appointed, whole country should be canvassed for the best one, but thinks appointment premature. ER-12, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. Will start work for funds at once.  After Edward Everett's splendid reception, hopes for favorable returns. ER-13, p.110\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rail Road Stand, Kingsville, S.C. At request of VR-Tenn, submits a circular he has prepared giving a national plan for canvassing country for funds, also a second plan if this is not satisfctory.  Advocates many small contributions from the 30 million population of U.S.  Adds a \"confidential postscript\" offering his services with \"another plan.\"  Mrs. Fogg has sent his circular to Regent for publication in MV Record.  (Appeal on p. 189). ER-10, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Glad Regent is at Cape May.  Edward Everett is not well enough to leave home, expects to be restored to average health but will have to be more careful.  Only given George Washington oration once since southern tour.  Commends Mrs. Greenough's work for Mount Veronon.  Approves of Mount Vernon Record.  Refers to Mount Vernon articles appearing in press but regrets their references to \"fund' he has raised, and any praise for him now, he thinks weakens cause. ER-9, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Richmond. Approves of Mrs. Pellet.  Loss of Assn. check placed in a Bible, but is sure amount will be found.  Brought check for $110. ER-11, p. 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sample of a letter she sent out to those she wished to enlist in MV cause, encloses copies of Act of Incorporation and Regent's Appeal. ER-12, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Refers to Miss Johnson as a Massachusetts woman.  Slow progress.  Suggestions for VRs in Ohio, New Hampshire and Vermont.  Gov Clifford strongly advocates a paid agency as only effective means of collecting funds in Mass.  Prof. Agassiz advocates voluntary system. ER-12, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Cape May. Confidential, fragment. Re misunderstanding in Mr. Thornburn's appointment.  Re survey of Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington and adjustment of boundary lines.  Mrs. Ritchie and Regent consider Mr. T. for Supt. of Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 24\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Re appointment of VRs, Miss Hamilton's recent Appeal in N.Y. Tribune, offer of VR-Conn to Mrs. Goodrich, possible VR for R.I., Miss Ogden for N.J., possibilities in Vt. And N.H. and western states.  Recommendation of Mr. Thorburn for landscape gardener; note on MV Record's origin and purpose. ER-13, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Consultation with Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Hamilton - re qualifications for Vice Regents. ER-10, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Has received Regent's instructions: with Mrs. Long's assistance has appointed \"agents\" in all towns and counties, but not much can be done until Floridians return in Oct. Asks Regent to request Mrs. Long's father, General Call, to make speeches for MV fund. ER-4, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Encloses paper published for the benefit of The Association [not present]. ER-4252 RM-523, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Encloses checks and lists amounts. Discusses deposits and funds. Hopes that the MVLA will pay off entire sum by February 22, 1859. ER-23, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Suggests names for VR in Kentucky. ER-12, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria, Long Island, New York. Visits Miss Hamilton, finds her state organization and office operating so efficiently, that Mrs. Ritchie writes a full description of plan to Vice Regents she corresponds with. Asks Mrs. Long to present the plan to Mrs. Murat as a suggestion for Florida. ER-4, p. 143-145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks her to serve on Standing Committee of NY state. ER-12, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Accepts appointment as VR for Connecticut although she is in state only 6 months in the year. Asks for instructions in procedure for organizing her state. ER-4, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Philadelphia? Capt. Drayton USN arranges interviews. Talks with Mrs. Gilpin; also Devereus re Mount Vernon Record. Read Mrs. Ritchie's letter in Harper's. Mrs. Gilpin friendly but refuses appointment. Meeting with Capt. D., Mr. Devereux and D.P. Brown who advise Regent's so;emce re Mr. Washington except to deny falsehoods. Will see editors. Advise Regent to open office in Phil. with private sec. Personal interviews with Regent at her residence. Suggestions for VRs. Mrs. Ritchie's letter re Sec. salary. These gentlemen recommend $2000 slaary for 6 hr. day. Leaves adustment to Regent, declares her loyalty to Regent. ER-15, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Has her instructions re \"resuming reports of Assn\", cannot comply with Regent's request because of pressure of her own business, hopes to make full report in October. Organizing Maine has been slow, started only recently but has reached every county and many towns. Needs pictures for sale, and for exhibition. ER-19, p.8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and typed transcript. Asks that she be involved in the work of the Association. ER-308\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Rec'd subscription books, Mount Vernon Record and Appeals which she will distribute as Lady Manager. Benson J. Lossing waits for most appropriate time to publish in papers. ER-12, p. 212\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Acknnowledges check for $166.75--receipt of $800 from Mrs. Lekert--since Mr. Washington objected to receiving stocks at cost, he [Riggs] placed funds in hand in Treasury notes [$6000 at 4 1/2 per cent] ER-21, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Philadelphia. First number of the Record printed in 3000 copies; second numbe in 10,000--sent out to all Vice Regents \u0026amp; influential men and women throughout the nation--copies sent to journalists throughout the country--many papers give them notice and remark upon noble character of the cause--Mrs. Greenough, VR of Mass., sent some material for the Record--Miss Hamilton, VR of N.Y., writes that Wells, Butterfield \u0026amp; Co. will forward packages for the Association free--delighted that such distinguished gentlemen are backing the VR's of Mass. and N. York. ER-D-15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re VR for Pa. and other states. MV Record sent to all members on Standing Committee and will send also to clubs and reading rooms. Mrs. Kirkland, biographer of G/W offers her services; Mr. Ruggles absorbed with first boat on Erie Canal. ER-12, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kinderhook. Sorry she cannot accept a position in the MVLA but would like to be a subscriber. ER-309a\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAtheneum, Philadelphia. Two first bound copies of \"Farewell Address\" sent to her and Mr. Everett. ER-D-62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria, Long Island, NY. re appointments of VRs. Best advisers say facts rather thatn a defense of J.A. Washington should be given. Sent VRs Miss Hamilton's system, has distributed Records; does not consent to publication of her letter re Miss Hamilton, but an article may be written by Christie Johnson from this letter - Miss Hamilton's constant efforts for MV - Disapproves  Regent's wish to open an office in Philadelphia. Reports activity of workers in Astoria and Ravenswood. Mrs. R's father criticizes order of reporting VRs' names; refers to letter re salary. ER-3, p. 153-155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Alludes to his suggestion that Regent have an office in Philadelphia similar to Miss Hamilton's in N.Y. - elaborate plan, $2000 would take care of annual expenses of office. ER-3, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Columbia House, Cape Island. Acknowledges aid in appointing VRs.  Better no appointments than those not qualified mentally and morally, although she wants each state represented.  Relies on Miss H.'s views of management and her counsel.  Explains her ideas of VRs qualifications and pressure brought to bear on her for appointments. ER-11, p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport, R.I. On request, he gives suggestions for appropriate lodgings for Regent and her secretary, where business can be conveniently and adequately transacted, and estimate of costs. ER-9, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. Starts on her work, finds prominent banker refuses to contribute because he thinks if an annual installment was not paid, it would cause forfeiture of \"whole amount\", and his wife understood it was to be given to the State of Virginia.  Asks for facts to refute such statements. ER-13, p. 116\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColumbia House, Cape Island. Sends check for $109 from Mrs. Eve, part of which is for sale of portraits--sends whole amount because of expense they have incurred advancing Mt. Vernon cause--plans to have a Report for Sept. number--insert notice of her address in future nos. ER-D-92\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Thinks \"Record\" useful - official reports not necessary, but lists of subscriptions, and Masonic activities for MV, Might reprint his report to Historical Society on fund he raised.  Comments on various prospective VRs.  Advises taking recommendations of Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Ritchie re Mrs. Goodrich.  Also give advice re secretaries. ER-9, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Agrees with Regent re landscape gardener and that a resident Supt. Is more desirable.  Assn. wishes to restore MV to what G/W made it.  Re appointments of VRs is various state.  Will try to send in \"returns\", but state is not yet canvassed, disappointed state is not more enthusiastic. ER-12, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re VRs for N.H. and Vt.  Mrs. Ritchie in Mass, talks in Brookline on rise and progress of Assn.  Also a statement that all authentic subscription books are signed by the VR-Mass or an appointed manager. ER-12, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Personal letter with postscript concerning subscription books. ER-12, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped excerpt from letter. RM-144, TYP-2408\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Accepts appointment as VR-Conn and is eager to start to work. ER-14, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Reports work she has done a Lady Manager. ER-12, p. 212\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Received draft from her for $109.--will continue to run her address in the Record--forwards her a letter which arrived open--most important to be prompt in issuing the Record. ER-D-57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Advice about signatures to documents. ER-3, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Personal letter written at bottom of a print form letter \"Office of Godey's Lady's Book.\" Accident prevented his call and asks her to write him her wishes. ER-10, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg. Attorney, Robert Gray. RM-1066, MS - 5708\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. Again asks for fact to refute statements about installments and final ownership of MV. ER-13, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Endorses draft for $61 for MV fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDarby. There has been some misunderstanding about a parcel sent to Miss Cunningham at Cape Island--Mr. Brown anxious to serve in any way he can--must guard against too much praise in Records of ladies of Assoc., unless quoted from another paper or a correspondent--Angenona (?) letter important and must be published in its entirety--nothing from Mrs. Greenough of Mass. except worthless scraps--President's letter is grand indeed. ER-D-55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mail forwarded, a contract, working on Sept. no of Record, the Augerona (?) letter which E. Everett says should be published, Alabama report, N.H. Hamilton's favorable comments on Record. ER-13, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and facsimile copy. Elizabeth. Recovered from severe illness, is now ready to work for MV.  Note that she accepted Vice Regency on this date. ER-8, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Albany. Declines appointment of Standing Committee because of family cares. ER-12, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Pellet as secretary should not sign report - not official. ER-3, p. 160\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of Report. E-3, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses signing report and publication of names from various states. ER-D-53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDarby. Procuring copies of \"Barrington\"--Mr. Leach one of committee and will use his influence for them--parcel for Mrs. Goodrich came--Mrs. Goodrich a good choice--feels she should make a mention of Mrs. G.'s appointment in the Record--Connecticut will be featured in the Sept. no.--Mrs. G. A. Hoyt there has largest list yet--nothing on Massachusetts--Mm. Le Vert's wonderful enthusiasm--Report is in type, ready to be put in \"Record\"--awaits her reply on whether to publish it in its present shape--her official notice of the \"Record\" as instrument of the Assoc. will help promote it--Mrs. Ritchie's excellent letter to Weekly (\"Harper\"). ER-D-54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marianna, FL. Acknowledges receipt of literature and directions; will start to organize and collect funds according to plan sent. ER-4, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $55 from her community which she has canvassed thoroughly.  Few who are able to contribute to MV. ER-4, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegent to resume monthly reports. ER-367\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. LeVert dissatisfied with Record.  Discusses Mrs. Goodrich's appointment and her part time residence in N.Y., also Regent's other appointments and Sec. Johnson's salary, etc.  Talks over MV problems with Mrs. Greenough and Edward Everett. ER-14, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Sends a poem  by W.T.R. Saffell, Ellicott's Mills, Mds. Which may be set to music and sold for MV fund.  Reports progress on Harper's article and Appeal, also work Mrs. Lossing is doing. ER-12, p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMust demolish part of material already set to make room for material concerning Mr. Yancey's progress in Alabama--Miss Hamilton's Report should be on front page instead of Mrs. Pellet's--the Records will show in all states the systematic plans of the Assoc. and will be of great service--preparing subscripton books to be sent--unless they meet with good response, he will be afraid to print over 5000--will send 2 or 3 of the contracts. ER-D-59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Answers inquiry re her husband's legal residence in Conn.; had considered this point before accepting VR for Conn., but now, on advice of friend, feels she should decline because her husband, though a native of Conn, with strong ties there, does vote in N.Y. ER-4, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re appointment of \"standing committees\" in state and their work in the counties. ER-12, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Asks Mrs. R. to give readings in Mass, or just to tell the story of MV Assn, will pay her expenses. ER-12, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Cape Island. Mrs. Goodrich's credentials, documents, etc. have been sent her.  Considers Mrs. Preston for Ky., Mrs. Pendleton for Ohio; Regent would like Francis Scott Key's daughter as VR.  Encloses copy of Lt. Maury's recommnedation of Mrs. Fogg's \"Physical Geography\"; comments on book, asks her to use influence to get it into public schools of N.Y.  Lond comment on Mrs. Goodrich. Suggestions for VRs in Ohio, N.H. and Vt. ER-12, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Asks information re certain ladies she names as possible VRs for MV. ER-12, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Got 4 copies of \"Barrington\" and sent them to Mrs. Greenough, Miss Hamilton, Mr. Hemphill; will send one to Col. Menninger--will take rest of books if Dr. Budd doesn't take them--the Barrington will be brought before School or Book Committee on Sept. 14--Express Co. would have passed package free if Mrs. Fogg had put mark on it--ashamed of Massachusetts' tardiness in work for Association--will print 10,000 again, hoping this issue of Record will bring forth better returns and more paying names on Subscription Books--has package for her from Mrs. Pellet--this Record will concentrate on N.Y., Masonic interests of Mm. Le Vert--cannot find a copy of \"Souvenirs of Travel\", so can give it no notice. ER-D-60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Recommends Augusta Larned as a good worker in the \"cause\" in N.Y. ER-12, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Rec'd copy of \"beautifully illuminated edition of Farewell Address…a truly magnificent specimen of ornamental topography\".  Rec'd also copies of first two nos. of MV Record, which will be \"highly serviceable to MV cause\". ER-9. p. 196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. S.G. Goodrich decided to vote in Conn. and Mrs. Goodrich accepts Vice-Regency for Connecticut. ER-4, p. 58\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Record will be delayed--loss of their Express facilities--forwarded Mrs. Pellet's letter containing money by Adams \u0026amp; Co.--will send proof sheets as soon as possible. ER-D-61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston. Thanks them for illuminated edition of Farewell Address and for the dedication to him--also thanks them for copies of first and second numbers of the Mount Vernon Record.  [Pasted to letter is newspaper clipping announcing arrangements by Boggs \u0026amp; Oakman and others to carry packages free of charge, and letter from E. S. Sanford to A. P. Cunningham, promising free carrying service.] ER-D-75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Forwards a letter from Mrs. Pellet which arrived with a parcel several days ago--will try to make arrangement with steamboats to forward packages again--received complimentary letter from Mr. Everett about \"Record\" and dedication of \"Farewell Address\" to him. ER-D-56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft enclosed for MV fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Thanks him profusely for all he's done.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounting of funds held for MV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Report on her work as Lady Manager.  Mr. Lossing will send material to papers next week.  Attempts to interest school children. ER-12, p. 212\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrunswick. Recommends lady to be part of cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends her long list of people who may aid Mrs. D.  Article in last \"Crayon\" on Mount Vernon is timely and good.  Will send Washington engraving and a \"Gold mounted Portrait.\"  ER-12, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Monticello, Florida. Acknowledges appointment and redoubles efforts for MV.  Suggests names of women who might prove effective workers and will try to locate an orator.  Objects to J.A. Washington and his price for MV. ER-4, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Sends Wentworth Higginson's list of Worcester residents who might aid MV Assn. ER-12, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent pleased with Maine Appeal, reviews in full false grounds of publicity against John A. Washington; contract terms of purchase, reason for his residence at MV until full payment is made; recommends adoption of Mrs. Fogg's \"Physical Geography\" in public schools, profits for Assn; purpose, use and status of MV Record; monthly reports to be sent Regent by VRs. ER-9, p. 31, 33, 35, 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDobbs Ferry. Discusses various ladies to assist with the cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends in report, state not yet wholly organized.  Suggests buying up supply of Mapleson's (English) Coat of Arms of Washington for re-sale by Assn at a profit. ER-12, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Writes of delightful friendships formed by intensive workers in MV cause; of Swedengorgiansim; how Florida has developed an Assn. plan similar to N.Y. plan - agents in larger towns and all counties, orators to speak in various parts of state; Florida has so small a population, an office with secretaries is unnecessary.  Mrs. Long is acting for Mrs. Murat during her absence.  Gives difficulties of raising money among cotton planters.  Charges against J.A. Washington have injured work with country people.  Mrs. Murat will call on Regent before returning to Florida. ER-4, p. 217-219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoughkeepsie. Apologizes for keeping enclosed picture so long.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms her of a mistake in contract she forwarded to him--Record will have a great deal of good material in it--Mrs. Ritchie's article crowded out. ER-D-52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoes Miss C. think it necessay to answer article in the North American?--they must have amount enclosed in advance for the Sept. no.--they are getting no returns or money from Portraits now--has sent Mrs. Blanding of California as many portraits as they can spare--a Tobacconist in N. Y. is giving 1/10 of his profits to Mt. Vernon fund--companion picture to Washington, of Martha, will be ready soon--Allison \u0026amp; Murphy, builders, considering sending $100 surplus to Assoc. ER-D-42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Begs her to give a course of readings in Mass and tell the \"MV story\" as she did at Brookline. ER-12, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Apalachicola, FL. Acknowledges appointment to collect funds for MV, also information from Mrs. Long.  Will start work promptly. ER-4, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Richmond. Encloses Mrs. Greenough's report-largest list of $1 subscribers yet seen, and donations from Tenn., Ky.; other news re VRs. ER-3, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. near Washington, D.C. Application of a landscape gardener and requests privilege of visiting MV. ER-10, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Send list of names provided by S. Higginson.  Adds to her circular, names of a \"Board of Councillors\" according to N.Y. plan. ER-12, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises her of receipt of $353.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Record delay is unavoidable--thinks this will be better issue than other two--several good articles were crowded out--hopes third issue will bring large response. ER-D-63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and typed transcript. Cape Island. Asks him to give addresses in Florida as Mr. Yancey and Edward Everett are doing elsewhere, to raise funds for MV.  Commends fine work for MV that his daughter, Mrs. Ellen C. Long, has done in state and the manner in which she waived claim to VR-Fla in favor of Mrs. Murat who is considered \"at the North, an admirable choice.\"  Typed copy of same p. 135, p. 137. ER-4, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat.  Acknowledges receipt of document written by Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville, FL. Accepts appointment to collect funds for MVA.  Has presented subscription list to Masonic and Odd Fellows' Lodges, and will continue work. ER-4, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Madison, FL. Sends $18; objections to J. A. Washington and his price for MV.  Sends clipping showing names of contributors; 7 or 8 want gold mounted Portrait of G/W. ER-4, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Sends copies of Sept. \"Record\"--could not include everything in 8 pages, so left out several things--hopes to expand and improve it if people begin subscribing--need evergetic and systematic plan of operation on part of the VR's for distributing the \"Record\". ER-D-20\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Sends $20 from Miss Mattie W. Gray of Lagrange, Tennessee, and list of subscribers. ER-23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island. Energies now centered on raising purchase fund, future plans decided by VRs at annual meetings, first to be next Feb.  Regent thinks public will provide for restoration according to G/W's plans when purchase has been made.  Devereux will supply portraits, the artists donate profits, purchasers listed in MV Record; gives plan for accounting of same. ER-19, p. 27-29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends report of slow progress, advises not printing sums yet.  E. Everett says $150 belongs to Mass. fund. ER-12, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Mrs. Pendleton accepted Vice Regency for Ohio; preparing her and Miss Ogden's papers and credentials.  Receive mail only three times a week. ER-12, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends $5.00. ER-13, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport. Gives piece of lace ruffle from Washington's linen shirt given to Gilbert Stuart by Mrs. Washington when he was finishing the General's portrait. Auth file W-448\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth. Accepts Vice Regent of New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Sent parcels to new Vice Regents, Mrs. Pendleton and Mrs. Ogden--sends her several letters--busy getting off the Records. ER-D-64\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re names to publish as Counsellors.  Is getting \"delightful responses from all parts of state but three, there….silence.\" ER-12, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Declares organization takes all her time.  Has sent some framed engravings of Mr. Greenaugh's statue of G/W as samples; N.Y. organization may wish to sell them for MV cause. ER-12, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston. To \"My Dear Little Daughter.\" Glad Cape May did her good.  Discusses his health.  Will give talk in New York State.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAstoria. Long Island. Is prepared to help AF's husband with business problems.  Tried to get AF position in Mrs. Greenough's (VR-Mass) secretary - did not work out.  Has provided her with introductions to several VRs of pre MVLA.  AF has writen to JA Washington.  ACR advises her not to be disappointed by his failure to give immediate reply. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. APC would like to meet her in Phila. before she returns South. ER-368\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Cambridge. Wants county managers to interest editors.  Encloses a newspaper clipping written by a friend answering most common criticisms of J.A. Washington.  Wants it reprinted locally with editorials and other favorable publicity. ER-12, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNashville. Asks her to buy and send her paper for making flowers to be sold at a Fair the young ladies are having for MV fund. ER-10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinghamton. To \"My Dear Pam\" - Unable to meet her in Philadelphia.  Account has $7900 with more to come.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lake Jackson, FL. Acknowledgement of Regent's letter of appreciation of his efforts for MV and those of his daughter, Mrs. Ellen Call Long. ER-4, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Beginning to get response in Mass.  Circular ready but lacks all the influential names she wants.  Encloses Daily Advertiser's letter answering objections to MV plan.  Masonic Lodges will help, but fears demands they may make.  O.W. Holmes and Longfellow both well disposed to plan. ER-12, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re monthly reports to Regent.  Sent her Washington engraving framed through Mrs. Ritchie.  Hopes for an article by Holmes in Atlantic Monthly, and will see Longfellow. ER-12, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approves Mrs. Pendleton's appointment as VR-Ohio.  Laying out MV grounds referred to by Washington Irving according to plans owned by J.A. Washington, to be used in Lossing's book.  Disapproves Dawson's plan.  No important press criticism; Courier and Enquirer reports on opening tomb unfortunate.  Opposes semi-monthly publication of MV Record, or making large advances for Record or any other \"experiments\". ER-12, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Truxton. Tells of her father's interview with G/W in 1798 when a student of medicine with Dr. Rush of Philadelphia.ER-12, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Re Mr. Zavala's contributions and an \"agent\" collecting in a hotel. ER-14, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Writes enthusiastically of Florida's activities; begs Mrs. Long to study Charter, Constitution, Appeal of Regent giving terms of contract with J.A. Washington for purchase of MV, and also history of Assn.  States powers of Regent; VR in each state plans her own organization.  Some suggestions for collecting funds and keeping records accurately for Archives.  Assn. aims to restore MV to \"exact order\"...of G/W's time, \"to embellish grounds, to build a mausoleum and to make home and grave a shrine. ER-4, p. 171-173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"Dear Sir\" His wife, Mrs. Goodrich, has been just appointed Vice Regent for Connecticut.  Invites this gentleman to join local Advisory Committee for Mount Vernon project. RM-600, ER-4490, 2 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Dobbs Ferry. To Miss Haines of the \"young ladies seminaries.\" Wants to address young women to interest them in women owning MV and preserving it as Washington planned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"The Rocks\", Newport, R.I. Declines appointment as VR-Md because of family cares.  Her grandfather was a friend of Washington. ER-13, p. 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Has Mr. Thorburn's copy of letter from England.  Cites complaints on Record, engraving of Washington by Mr. Greenough for VRs to sell.  Saw Mrs. LeVert, will see A.P.C. in Phil.  Difficulties with collection of funds; need for proper credentials. ER-14, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Madison, FL. Impossible to stir up patriotism in their region but will report later. ER-4, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResponding to his offer to speak to young men on subject of cause in 100 cities on 100 nights.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent makes appointment if Miss H. Approves (no name given). ER-12, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Truxton? Re appointment of Mrs. A.W. Chase, VR-R.I.  Asks why Masons are \"singled out.\" ER-12, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria. Recommends Mrs. Jane Maria Van Antwerp for VR-Iowa. ER-14, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses portraits of Washington and charges for them.  Wants her to visit in Richmond on way back to New Orleans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends her list of names in Worcester of those who may help in raising funds. ER-12, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Apalachicola, FL. Encloses check for $123, and hopes to collect more. ER-4, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Has tried to locate right person for VR-Tex.  Recommends Mrs. Johnson of Ark. Submits full account of subscribers, amounts collected, expenses deducted.  Plans to reach prospects at election time; hope to get subscribers to MV Record; is selling G/W pictures. ER-14, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Monticello, FL. Offer of \"agency\" in MV Assn.  acknowledged, and agrees to stir up interest in her exceedingly complacent region. ER-4, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re appointment of VRs, Mrs. Chase of R.I., etc. ER-12, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Palatka, FL. Has collected on $8, her community has mostly poor people but winter tourists may contribute some later. ER-4, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Osceola, FL. Pledges her support to MV movement. ER-4, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. John Bartlett, Manager for Middlesex County. Sending a book for registering subscribers and a circular.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Belleville. Is leaving town for months and wishes another treasurer appointed in her absence; recent success with contributions and interesting people in MV fund. Encloses subscriptions for 1858. ER-11, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Enumerates difficulties she has in starting assn. in Conn. Has been successful with both men and women and states present developments. ER-14, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typed transcript. Accepts the position of Vice Regent for Rhode Island, but fears she will not be able to raise much money. She will try her best. ER-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. In 1854 sold timber on 2 tracts of 23 and 31 acres to Mr. Crutchett to be removed in 3 yrs,m also 300 trees, not less than 6\" diameter selected by J.A.W. on hill where house and vault stood, to be removed in 18 mos. A portion of 26 acre tract is in MVLA purchase as is the hill by Mansion (tree contract expired Feb., 1856, time extended). Mr. Crutchett has no rights now on MVLA property. Thanks her for first copy of MV Record; asks for an Assn agent to settle with him MV boundaries. Is willing to sell lower part of remaining property but wants to retain upper. Has not set price. ER-9, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re suitable persons for VRs in N.H., Wisconsin, etc. Asks for truth of charges against Mr. Watson, who has portraits of G/W for sale in Philadelphia. ER-12, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marianna, FL. Sends $100; explanation of why community did not contribute more; and congratulations on the \"success in so noble an undertaking.\" ER-4, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Long acts for Mrs. Murat in her absence. Regent asks for a monthly account of collections to be rendered 15th of each month. It will be stimulating to Lady Managers to see how fund grows. Asks Mrs. Murat to clall on Regent in Philadelphia and to work for subscriptions to Record. ER-4, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Long's draft has not yet arrived but she sends on $100, and subscribers' names will follow. ER-4, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Mrs. Chace to be VR-RI; mentions VRs for Va., Minn., Mich. Will be at N.Y. headquarters. Will organize Va on her return trip there. Concern over appointments for various states and Regent's duties. ER-14, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kalmia, near Aiken, South Carolina. Regrets his letter with enclosures of $820.67 has been lost. Yellow fever in Charleston serious and difficult for him to give time to trace mail from there. Had written fully his views on John A. Washington's high price for MV. Said he would be one of 100 persons, each to loan Assn. $1000 to consummate purchase; gives plans of obtaining a mortage on MV and refunding money on loans; signs as Knight of MV. ER-14, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alligator, FL. Accepts appointment and will start work on raising funds at once. ER-4, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Advises her not to send more money to Watson for G/W portraits, for present. Is amazed to how little value is placed on G/W and realizes MV plan is a needed patriotic effort. ER-12, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. \"All charges against Mr. Watson are unfounded…\", \"certainly as far as MV money is concerned.\" ER-12, p. 198\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Nicholas Hotel, New York. ER-4, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. White Springs, FL. Declines to serve in MV Assn. since a teaching position keeps her in Ga., but suggests her sister, Anna Gerry, would be an efficient worker. ER-4, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of her letter to Mr. Riggs, who is away in St. Louis. Mr. Riggs will answer her when he returns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ocala, FL. Declines appointment to the Assn. because her time is already fully occupied, has tried to locate a suitable person, but in a \"new\" country it is difficult to find one. ER-4, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Micanopy, FL. Accepts office of Lady Manager and will start duties at once. Has delivered message to the governor who is pleased to be on list of contributors. ER-4, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Recommends Mrs. Barry for VR-Ill. Comments on VR for N.H. Gives list of those ordering G/W portraits. ER-12, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Addressed to Christie Johnson. Gives plan of state organization she has been developing during Mrs. Murat's absence. Recites difficulties involved. Key West active. Masonic Lodges will contribute. Has now $530. \"Record\" being circulated. \"Auxiliary Association\" is a title the editor of the Sentinel chose, but in future will try to correct errors. ER-4, p.231-233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alligator, FL. Accepts appointment of \"agent\" of MV Assn. Asks for Regent's Appeal to re-publish in local paper. ER-4, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Key West, FL. Accepts invitation to be Lady Manager; suggests Gen. Call come to the Keys in January or February. ER-4, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Comments on some prospective VRs. Miss Hamilton (N.Y.) and Mrs. Ritchie (Va) called to ask him to speak a third time in N.Y. Gives G/W oration in Bridgewater, Waltham, Burlington and perhaps other places in Vt. Gives itemized financial statement, with notes on investments. Suggests borrowing if final payment is not raised, to save interest on deferred payment. Adds personal note with concern about Regent's family. ER-9, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Repport on organizing Conn. Counties; has sent Appeal to all editors of newspapers. ER-4, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marianna, FL. Sends $153; reports on addresses given as benefit to MV, and other activities. ER-4, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Enjoyed MV talk with Mrs. Greenough while in Boston. Pleased to receive report on Mr. Watson, asks about Devereux. Re apppointments of VRs. Hard to estimate amount to be contributed in each book. ER-12, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Please forward all future reports to Miss Cunningham directly in Philadelphia instead of to Mrs. Pellet. Urges her to discuss Mount Vernon with the local Masonic Lodge. Impresses upon her the importance of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-370\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Comments on some prospective VRs. ER-9, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Appeal to 150 Masonic Lodges of State, would like to send each a MV Record. Re VR-NH. Engraved G/W Portraits from S.F. Watson, not delivered. ER-12, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Forwarding her a copy of the illuminated Farewell Address. ER-371\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Will have publicity in Advertiser (Mr. Hale ed. Is nephew of E.Everett). Will abide by Regent's decision re Mrs. Murat's title. Asks to be kept posted on MV affairs, grounds, gardens, etc.ER-12, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Forwards Mrs. Chace's report and $358 from Navy Yard. No further word from Masonic Order. ER-12, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Reports progress. ER-12, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Has not written in months - gives details of difficulties in raining MV funds - terrible drought in State, stringency of money market, distressing political campaigns, prospects of a \"Black Republican\" President. East Tenn. Lady declares her section good for $10,000, will redouble her own efforts. Sends $60 to Mr. Riggs. ER-10, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. $75,000 has been raised; E. Everett has contributed $40,000, 430,000 remaining. Alabama has given $8000. Thinks Mass. Will give about $10,000. North and East must contribute liberally. Politics should be barred. Sends her Masonic Appeal. ER-12, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Suggests Mrs. Henry of Middlebury as a good prospect for VR in Vermont. Mrs. Sigourney gave $50 and commends her generosity. Asks about vacancy in Pennsylvania. ER-14, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"The Rocks\" Newport, R.I. In answer to Regent's urgent letter, insists only extreme pressure of personal affairs prevents her accepting appointment at this time. ER-13, p. 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. VR Greenough has sent in $1600 this month, Florida's first return is over 4600, Maine has a beginning. Mrs. Van Antwerp, cousin of Miss Harper, offered VR for Iowa; considering Mrs. Sibley, wife of governor, for VR in Minn. ER-12, p. 198\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Back page (blank) cut away but letter is complete. Gives his genealogy and story of relatives going back to George Washington. ER-9, p. 55.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Suggests Mrs. Comegys as VR-Del. Re appointments in N.H., Vt., Mich., Pa. Estimates N.Y. will give $20,000; 800 books out how, mgrs. Find considerable indifference and opposition. ER-12, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Sends her statement of money received by him for Association. ER-21, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Pleased to find Mrs. Comegys so interested in MV, explains some of duties and responsibilities of a VR. ER-17, p. 2-3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sent extract from Liverpool Mercury to editor Hale. Further comments on VR for N.H. Give Mrs. Otis credit in print for Navy contribution. Awaits Masonic Appeal proof from printer. ER-12, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria. Re Mrs. Van Antwerp, Senator Yulee and wife, Mrs. Farnsworth. Mrs. Thorburn anxious to meet Regent. VR for Pennsylvania needed promptly. ER-14, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Sympathetic comment on her family's difficulties. Since mortgage is impossible, must have final payment and save $10,000 if deferred. Speaks 4 times for small returns, but favorable public opinion essential. Must deliver some other orations also. Editor offers $10,000 for MV, advance payment, if E.E. will write weekly article. ER-9, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Addressed to Miss Cunningham on Spruce Street. Pencil writing on letter incorrectly identifies author as Sarah King Hale, Vice Regent for New Hampshire, but letter is actually from Sarah Josepha Hale of Godey's Lady's Book. Sends subscription list received from articles in the Lady's Book. ER-5, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Will go to New York soon and stop in Philadelphia to see her. ER-21, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Probably from Alexander H. Bullock of Worcester. Sends list of \"county magnates\".  Saw Mr. Hale re E. Everett's lecture.  E.E. was much hurt at his treatment here when he delivered his Washington Address, the only place he declared where \"he had been assaulted\".  Suggests Custis' lecture on \"Fair Play for Women\", cost $50. ER-12, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Sends $55 and request for 12 portraits of Washington which they will sell. ER-4, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Constitution of MVLA was signed by Gov. Wise and became legal Jan 5, 1858.  Mr. Mcfarland will prepare for Regent money rec'd since signing of Contract, previous accounting in Regent's hands.  Have been selling 50 cent portraits for $1; Mrs. Ritchie receives all subscriptions in Va. and will organize similarly to N.Y. later.  Hopes for required sum Feb. 22.  Sends Regent Mr. Bennett's gift of MV views (ambrotype); states terms on which he wishes to sell them for MV; John A. Washington had given him photorights.  Wishes to send set of photos to each VR.  Has given sets to newspaper editors in Richmond.  They are on display at \"store of MV house\".  N.S. Bennett of Alexandria has not rec'd acknowledgement of ambrotype of vault at MV.  Devereux sent copy of \"Illuminated Farewell Address\", price $10.  G/W portraits selling well. ER-16, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Thinks Liverpool Mercury article not worth noticing.  Printed letter from Commandant, Navy Yard.  Pledges her his support. ER-12, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re unfavorable letter from Charles Hale, Daily Advertiser, advises that Assn. always refused to be drawn into any political discussion, putting MV always above party affairs. ER-12, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Reports to Regent re Views of MV, Mansion and Tomb of Washington, pub. By N.S. Bennett, colored lithographs, sold on boat (see p. 81). Comments on VR-Ver., and Mrs. Barry. ER-12, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Asks about \"Views of MV, Mansion and Tomb of Washington\", pub. By N.S. Bennett in aid of Ladies MV Assn, lithograph printed in colors by Robertson, Seibert \u0026amp; Shearman, 93 Fulton St., N.Y. sold on boat passing MV for $2.00. ER-12, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhoto facsimile of Jane Van Antwerp's formal certificate of appointment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Campbellton, FL. Pledges her support as a good Virginian and will start work. ER-4, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sends lists for MV Record.  Asks to have articles returned to be used in N.Y. press. ER-12, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Keene, Massachusetts. Reply re VR for Vermont. ER-12, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Regarding appointment as Lady Manager.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. G. sails for Europe Nov. 5. Only one county in Mass. not working.  Encloses Rev. George Ingersoll's letter re VR for Vt. Mrs. Hopkinson, who has acted as Mrs. G's sec. will carry on in Mrs. G.'s absence. ER-12, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Enclosed $153 from Marianna. ER-4, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in completing \"Record--sends letters and incomplete Nov. Record--will be detained late at the office and may not see her. ER-D-28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends check from part of amount collected in Providence. ER-23, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Regarding publication of the Mount Vernon Papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sails for Europe Nov. 5. Hopes to see Miss H. in N.Y. Will keep in touch with Mass. Organization while abroad and hopes to return in god health in spring, ready to carry on MV work. ER-12, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Encloses check for $710.55. ER-8, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Subscriptions received--regrets Maine's apathy--Devereux will send her for sale 50 copies Washington portrait, 3 copies Mt. V. restored -offers also lithographs of Crawford's statue of G.W to sell for profit.  P.S. is dated Nov. 15--notes E. Everett's gift of $10,000 perhaps more--his expenses in N.Y. for Hall, etc. were heavy. ER-3, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends in Mrs. Otis' report.  Continues her investigations of suitable women for VRs.  Sends Regent 50 copies of Daily Advertiser's article on MV. ER- 12, p.95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and with facsimile. Philadelphia. Expresses her gratification that Mrs. Comegys accepts the Vice-Regency for Delaware. ER-17, p. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to Constitution, article 8, reappointment of local Boards of Managers; Regent's decision to leave appointments to VRs in their respective States. ER-17, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Speaks at Vermont Capital.  Tickets low so receipts only $2000 for 11 engagements.  Need editors' $10,000 as next payment is $57,000 plus $10,000 interest.  Column is a good publicity medium for MV.  Speaks again in N.Y.  Asks what Regent needs on next $67,000 payment (\"downright extortion\").  Refers to various press comments.  Editor extends limits on time for articles.ER-9, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. N.Y. City organized, preparing for E. Everett's lecture.  Schenectada Co. organizing.   Sends some printed articles that Regent may have reprints made of, if she desires. ER-12, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Difficulties re Box sent from Philadelphia with items for sale at Ladies Fair - which were to be sold on commission, not gift. ER-10, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends VR letter authorizing her to \"take charge of the organization\" of Del.  VR may take organization expenses from funds raised; in various states much has been donated, such as printing, paper, binding etc.  Credentials, Nov. no. MV Record (furnished in quantities to VRs), subscription books, for Lady Managers , will be sent soon.  Suggests cooperation with other VRs. ER-17, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends credentials for VR, copy of contract with John A. Washington, Act of Incorporation, Constitution and By-laws, Appeals, Reports, which give history of Assn since Mar when Assn gained title to MV.  States aims of MVLA, \"design\" of Constitution, plan for collecting funds, VR' duties and reports made to Regent, method of paying installments.  N.Y.'s plan of organization.  Relations with Press.  Success of MV Record. ER-17, p. 12-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent asks for a monthly report of work done in Del., due on 15th of each month, sugggests each Lady Manager report to VR; in advance of this date, when subscriptions reach $500, same to be forwarded to treasurer, G.W. Riggs.  Devereux \u0026amp; Co's lithograph portraits of Stuart's G/W for sale at $1.00 each, methods of distribution through Lady mgrs., Godey's Lady's Book, through clubs; no complimentary portraits given; no paid agents for Assn.  Activities. ER-17, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thinks it unwise to try to take subscription books to Europe.  Mass.  Treasurer Parker will send G. W. Riggs $2500, leaving $140 in Mass. Balance for current expenses.  County managers will forward money Feb. 1. Wrote Mr. Peabody received no answer.  ER-12, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersburg. Visited Mount Vernon, regrets the neglect of the Tomb. ER-14, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria. Re Regent and Col. Cunningham, Mrs. Van Antwerp, Mrs. Farnsworth, Mrs. Walton.  Difficulties in appointing a \"standing Committee\". Plans with opera members for a Richmond benefit, has worked hard for Miss Hamilton arranging for Edward Everett's lecture.  Mrs. Greenough to arrive in N.Y. Refers to Mackay's valuable article. Sends $45 for pictures to be sold.  Report on Miss Hamilton's efficient secretary. ER-14, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. List buyers' orders for 34 portraits and 2 MV Records; Devereux claims $36, not $41, was sent him. ER-12, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letters to William Macfarland and Emily Harper on one piece of paper. Letter to Macfarland re funds.  Regent attempts to systematize financial transactions; VR to give accounting from appointment to date to verify with Regent's account; treasurer to report funds rec'd, investments made from purchase fund with their par value.  MV Record to be sent him regularly. Letter to Harper, she regrets her \"decision in re to VR\".  ER-11, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent commends work in Miss. Hopes when legislature meets it may follow lead of Tenn.  and members subscribe.  Regent wishes to raise as much as possible in Nov. so as to make payment to John A. Washington without drawing on investments. ER-14, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Financial statement submitted.  Previous report submitted when purchase contract was signed, including statement re bonds paid him, interest on bonds, etc. Cannot furnish accurate itemized list of contributors. ER-11, p. 46\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAstoria. Just returned from Niagara.  Soon leaves for Europe.  Asks when she shall be able to see AF again and __ how book is progressing. A-280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Since Mrs. Morse has been \"absent\" she probably has not seen their progress in the Mount Vernon Record and Miss Cunningham has not heard any updates on the state of affairs in Louisiana. Asks to please be informed of any news in her state. ER-372\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Looks for Nov. issue of Record for information and news. Writes of her difficulties in getting some sections in action.  An Appeal to clergy requesting them to present MV movement to congregations on Thanksgiving Day. Some places may give Christmas entertainments.  Has asked E. Everett to speak in some of Conn.'s larger towns. ER-4, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Manitowoc. Complains that those who gave money through his efforts have not received portraits--possible aid from Masons--he worked many years ago to have nation buy Mt.Vernon and use it as a national school to try to allay any feelings of sectionism--discussion of choosing a VR for the state--nothing yet done in New York; the Association seems little known there (Envelope included, dated Nov. 15 and addressed to Philadelphia)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd $1000 from ME., attempt to pay installment at this time without disturbing investments. ER-19, pp. 39,41,43,45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Templeton. To Mrs. Eliza Davis. Asks about terms of purchase, price seems exorbitant, and forfeiture of final payments possible.  Asks who made terms of contract, but does not want to make his inquiry public or impede progress of MV cause. ER-12, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria. Asks about terms of purchase, price seems exorbitant, and forfeiture of final payments possible.  Asks who made terms of contract, but does not want to make his inquiry public or impede progress of MV cause. ER-14, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Acknowledges money from Mrs. Finley; finds she has been so thoroughly canvassed she cannot hope for more subscribers for Record.  Has issued an Appeal to the Masons.  General Call will speak December 14. ER-4, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received checks totaling $753--awaits his brother's opinion on names she sent him. ER-21, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Reports on progress of work in N.J. Asks for more copies of the Appeal for distribution. ER-8, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends report for Essex Co.  Mass, is slow in contributing, but cites signs of progress.  Everybody praises E. Everett's contributions. ER-12, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Philadelphia. Alternative ways deed for MV maybe handled. ER-3, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Pressure to have purchase fund complete for Feb. 22.  News of Lady Managers.  Re appointment of VR for Vt.  ER-12, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $54 from Lodges of District of Columbia. ER-21, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. \"My dearest little Pam,\" declares London Illustrated News article well intentioned but in poor taste.  Reviews how idea of repeating GW oration grew - if any credit to be given, it belongs to Regent.  Suggests paying J.A. Washington installments month early if they can save month's interest, $285.  Hopes interests was only to be paid on first installment to J.A.W. Feels growing interest in N.Y. Ledger articles.  Comments on D.P. Brown's idea re payments only $54,000 cash here - and 10% interest bonds, par value $14,000 but now rather low in market.  Sees no objection to paying J.A.W. first installment on Dec. 5 or entire payment, if Mr. Riggs agrees. ER-9, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Recommends Mrs. Alexander Mitchell as Vice-Regent for Wisconsin (Envelope dated Dec. 3, 1858, addressed to Philadelphia).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4253, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges his receipt of 3 checks for funds. ER-23, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. ER-10, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses $116.50 from Key West and $100 more from Quincey.  General Call to speak December 14. ER-4, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Worcester. Signed Eliza Davis. Answers inquiries re terms of purchase, through press, as others have asked same questions.  Cites great need for someone to by MV promptly and give it permanent and fitting dedication. ER-12, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. His brother recommends Mrs. George Collier Senior as best VR from Missouri--alternate choices from her list are Mrs. Polk ad Mrs. Kennedy--Grand Treasurer of Grand Lodge of District is Christopher Cammack--are Va.  Bonds and stocks to be used in payment to Mr. Washington? ER-21, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter in pencil. Thanks him for his generous offer, but declines association with his lecture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Mr. Ullman to give a ball at Academy of Music for MV fund.  N.Y.'s Ladies Standing Committee to be patronesses. ER-12, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re contributions and sales of Washington portraits.  MV cause to be presented to legislature by influential men.  Has had an account with Mr Yager who forwarded the money, and their accounts agree. ER-14, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Astoria. Reports grand success of Astoria entertainment, repeated twice. ER-3, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent pleased with progress in Del. Mrs. Comegys' Appeal will be published in next Record. ER-17, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses checks and writes private letter on opposite side. ER-23, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Confides to VR-Del that she plans to defer first installment John A. Washington.  Selects Dec. 2 as day for payment, 5th anniversary of 1st Appeal.  Mr. Riggs cooperates in plan. ER-17, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Will meet Mr. Washington on Dec. 2, with bond payable before Jan. 1--money in his hands amounts to about $9000--may have to convert Va. Bonds to pay Mr. Washington--gives his opinnion on interpretation of contract with Mr W. regarding interest. ER-21, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mendota. Thinks women of St. Paul and state will be interested in MV. ER-11, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Writes of enthusiasm of youth, 7-17 yrs. old, for MV purchase.  Has visited 35 private schools and now begins work with public schools.  Through children can reach parents.  Worked for 10 yrs. to make Feb 22 legal festival in Mass--first state to do so. ER-12, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Will request his Treasurer of Fund to send Riggs and Co. \"all\" on hand - as he understands you pay $57,000 with interest.  Quotes J.A. Washington's statements re deferred payments and interest, and E.E. gives his interpretation of same.  (Also photostat of letter book copy, #PS-536) ER-9, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 checks, amounting to $318.29--hopes to receive payment from Mr. Everett by the 1st of Dec., so he can pay Mr. Washington on the 2nd. ER-21, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and typed excerpt. RM- 144 TYP2409\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Difficult to change state plans she has laid out and send funds now; has retained more from collections to meet current bills for printing Appeals, etc. ER-4, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Makes MVLA proposition to continue making MV souvenirs of wood from MV trees on a large scale: bracelets, necklaces, picture frames, giving 1/2 of gross receipts to the Assn for the MV purchase fund. ER-4, p. 102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on letterhead. Regarding funds transferred from Edward Everett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile letter, ER-503a.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile letter, ER-502\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Reply to letter asking information for an article on E.E.'s weekly column in Ledger for publication in Record.  Gives statement re $45,193 turned over to MV.  Reasons for writing weekly article are: gives $10,000 at once to MV fund, fine paper reaching a million readers to interest in MV cause.  Has delivered G/W oration 103 times - 96 for benefit of MV fund and explains others, gives brief summary of money collected. ER-9, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Reports progress in state.  MV Record is fine, national in character, shows large amounts collected.  Mrs. Ritchie has left, gave beautiful tableaux, tickets sold easily; will add $700 to fund. ER-12, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Supply of Records low, reprints needed.  Portraits ordered were forwarded, E. Everett has sent G.W. Riggs $34,000.  Plan for next payment.  Sept.no. of MV Record exhausted. ER-17, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Suffolk Savings Bank, Boston. Is acting for Mrs. Greenough.  Has notified G.W. Riggs he may draw upon him for $3,000, MVLA funds. ER-12, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. One of two on the same day. ER-23, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. One of two on the same day, ER-23, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $34,000 from F.H. Peabody on behalf of Mr. Everett--also received her checks amounting to $495 and $717.50--hopes to see Mr. Washington tomorrow for payment--has on hand $44,000--has not received bonds from Mr. Macfarland. ER-21, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Just mailed a check to G.W. Riggs for $500 which with other money transferred makes over $41,000, \"ready for the grand event of the morrow\". ER-17, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $144 and a \"beautiful tribute\" from Mrs. Sigourney which she would like published in the Record. ER-4, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Delayed sending money as requested because of high rate of exchange. ER-4, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd $500 from Me; brings amount in G.W. Riggs' hands to $51,800.  On 5th anniversary of 1st Appeal, Assn has paid on purchase contract $75,000, and plans for next installment. ER-19, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund.  Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-12, p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two letters written on the same day. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund.  Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-23, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. One of two letters written on the same day. ER-23, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Regent just learned by telegram that G.W. Riggs made first payment to John A. Washington with interest, on 5th anniversary of publication of 1st Appeal. ER-17, p. 18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Announces G. W. Riggs, Treasurer, has paid John A. Washington first bond with interest on the fifth anniversary of 1st Appeal. ER-19, p. 48\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $3000 from Mass. And $450 from Mrs. Chace of Rhode Island. ER-21, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has paid Mr. Washington the first bond--paid $57,000 and $2242 interest--knows how anxious she was to have it paid today, the anniversary of her first appeal. ER-21, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Congratulates her on success of her efforts in behalf of Mt. Vernon--was delighted to telegraph her the news of first payment to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete.Half past one. Mr. Washington has not yet arrived for payment--regrets he may not receive the payment on the 2nd, as Miss C. wishes. ER-21, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson. Encloses draft for $110--from Matron's letter to Mrs. McWillie, there seems to be a discrepancy in amount of funds remitted by him and Mrs. McWillie. ER-23, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilmington. Typed transcript, original property of North Carolina Historical Society. RM-144, PS-2404\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Asks to have her report returned for revisions re contribution from Navy Yard and private schools. ER-12, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilwaukee. Recommends Mrs. Alexander Mitchell to her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending him additional check. One of three written on the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Sending more checks. One of three written on the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Details of checks received and to be sent. One of three written on the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Tells her first payment made to JAW III. ER-373\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram - Magnetic Telegraph Company, Cincinnati. Deposited $253.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram - Magnetic Telegraph Company. Philadelphia. Sent Letter with draft for $1271.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Draft. Says payment of the first installment made to Mr. Washington was made. Reverse side to \"Dear Sir\" and referencing the letter to officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 letters from her this morning including check for $500 from Maine and checks totaling $144--enclosure of $1271 from Mr. Devereux not received yet--Mr. MacFarland hasn't sent securities yet--leaves to her the announcement of first payment to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Congratulates Regent on raising fund and success of Dec. 3, 1858. ER-4, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Fears purchase fund will not be complete for Feb. 22; hopes Masonic Order's help will be forthcoming.  Sends her MV views as gift of publisher Bennett. ER-16, p. 256\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Boston. Facsimile. Approval of \"Engraving on Steel by H.W. Smith\" of portrait of E. Everett taken from life by M. Wight. (Printed statement on inside page). ER-9, p. 214\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him and sends more checks. ER-23, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding stocks held by the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received checks from her for $1271.80, $710.45, $547, and $206--Mr. Macfarland has instructions to dispose of Va. stocks as best he can--Mr. Washington is supposed to have 10 days notice before a payment is made to him--sends official announcement of Dec. 2 payment for her to use. ER-21, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re 1st payment which gives Assn right to \"advance to Mr. Washington, on 10 days notice, any sums not less than $5000 and thus save interest\".  Now working for payment of installment on Dec. 14.  Accounting of portrait sales to be kept separate from other returns. ER-19, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew Orleans. Encloses check for $302.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Discusses various financial details.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Discusses how best to make announcement of first payment--redeeming Savannah bonds--Mr. Macfarland to sell shares of Farmers' Bank of Va.--payment on Va. stock has to be collected in Richmond. ER-21, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Expresses concerns that many people nationwide are unaware of MVLA and some states are not represented by vice regents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussed the reverend's ideas for a program at the Washington Tableaux event, but the Committee on Festival did not approve as it would necessitate the erection of a stage and take up too much space.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Not wise to ask for funds collected in state until further date.  Asks if she wants lists of contributors on 15th of each month. ER-4, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Financial matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Discusses various stocks and bonds. ER-23, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Private. Miss Cunningham wants to know if he discussed using loan to pay Mr. Washington with him. ER-23, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs $721+, this with \"Virginia coupon bonds\" for $2500 is total contribution from North Carolina. ER-14, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mr. Macfarland $102 in cash and check for $5127.07 for Va. stock sold. ER-21, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Keene, New Hampshire. Sends $12 and list of subscribers for Mount Vernon Record--not certain to whom money should be sent. ER-5, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Saw Ann Pamela Cunningham in Philadelphia.  Re entertainments. ER-14, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Private. Discusses funds with Mr. Macfarland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDue to tooth procedure unable to meet with her. ER-13, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilmington. Sending check for $721.82 on behalf of his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received draft for $125 from Mr. John M. Speed of Lynchburg, Va.--does not think they could get advance from anyone to pay for the property at a low interest rate--Mr. Washington wishes land desired by Miss Cunningham to be surveyed and marked out. ER-21, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Encloses check for $500. ER-23, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Sending checks; appealing to military.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Financial discussion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $721.82 from Mrs. Dickinson of N.C.--will have to read act of incorporation of the Association to learn how the Assoc. may borrow money, if she wishes to make large payment--hasn't sold $4500 in Va. Bonds. ER-21, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Philadelphia. Re her list of subscribers for MV Record. ER-11, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. List of Lady Managers and amount collected. ER-14, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Send extract of letter from Mrs. Lydia H. Tyler of Middletown, who is  a good writer and most capable Lady Manager.  Reports $62 more. ER-4, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Also includes photostat copy. ER-504, ER-9-215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. ER-23, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received checks amounting to $553.33--notified Mr. Washington to arrange to receive payment--if New York receipts come in, will make it for large sum. ER-21, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Jersey VR sent $1800; New York check for $1500. ER-11, p. 48\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile copy. Discusses the MVLA Constitution, Council meetings, and payments to Mr. Washington. ER-505.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re loan to make larger payment to J.A. Washington, and its legal phases.  J.A.W. will be keeping place in running order while living there, and MVLA will need a staff to keep place in condition for permanent exhibition. ER-9, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Returns checks for $1167.26 to her for endorsement--received $50. from Mrs. Ritchie--has requested Mr. Washington be here on 14th to receive another payment. ER-21, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Executive Mansion, Washington. Will present her letter of the 9th to the Cabinet at their next meeting.  Note: niece of, and hostess for, President Buchanan. ER-11, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. With notes at bottom by Burke and Herbert and George W. Riggs. Discusses payments by the MVLA. ER-23, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses payment toward Mount Vernon. ER-23, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"Mount Vernon Factory,\" Washington, D.C. Formal offer of half the proceeds of articles manufactured of MV wood, with an elaboration of plan for sales. ER-4, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re Mrs. Wheeler and \"testimonials\" from E. Everett. ER-12, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $41 from her, $50 from Mrs. Fogg, and $302.26 from Mrs. Morse--told Mr. Washington tomorrow's payment will not be less than $10,000. ER-21, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Also includes handwritten copy by Riggs. Ann Arbor, Michigan. Sends draft for $207 collected in last month. ER-23, p. 91 and ER-21, p.69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sends check for $109. ER-23, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends checks for $400 and $300--has given Mr. Devereux $100 in cash to obtain a check to be forwarded--Mrs. Morse has sent checks--Mr. Yager's check not received. ER-23, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York City. Sends draft for $1500 from state of New York. ER-23, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $1500 from Miss Hamilton--now has on hand $700.18, after paying off the advance he made on Dec. 2--since she desires $10,000 to be paid Mr. Washington this morning, he advances the money--will sell Va. Bonds worth $4500 to go toward repayment. ER-21, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has paid John A. Washington $10,000 on bond due in 1860. ER-21, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Confidential. Hopes to pay next installment of $41,000 on Jan. 1, some returns will not be made before Feb. 1.  Assn may pay in sums of $5000.  Asks for MV Record item by Dec. 23. ER-17, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Asks if Regent has rec'd report of Mr. Macfarland for money rec'd since first payment to John A. Washington; can report on money paid her (S.L.P), but Mrs. Cabell, Mrs. Semmes, Mr. Minor paid their collections directly to Mr. Mcfarland.  Rec'd from Regent \"Extra Record\" announcing $57,000 payment, had learned news from N.Y. papers.  Virginia Masons in Session, will consider MV subscription.  Again asks Regent to write Mr. Bennett (Alexandria). ER-16, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Entertainments, tableaux, festivals, etc. ER-14, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received checks for $400 and $300 and endorsed checks for $1167.26--received $4500 from sale of Va. bonds, forwarded by Macfarland--encloses formal advice of $10,000 payment. ER-21, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Private. ER-23,p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $110 from Geo. S. Yerger. ER-21, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript excerpt of letter from Anna Cora Ritchie, Vice Regent for Virginia, to Henry S. Randall, December 16, 1864. Note at the bottom indicates the excerpt came from author Elswyth Thane's notes. Original location or source for the letter is unknown.  RM-144 TYP-2410\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Pleased first payment on MV is made.  Send $95 for MV Record and will forward $200 for fund.  Is preparing subscription books and has met kindness everywhere, plans to personally visit every county and develop its organization.  Ann Arbor well organized. ER-10, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Amount he advanced on payment was $2,600 but no need to execute any legal document--remittances come in almost daily--receipt of checks for $100 and $207 from Mrs. Fogg and Mrs. Tappan. ER-21, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends 2 \"beautifully written articles\" from Middletown, to be put in Record if possible.  Asks for more information for same author who offers to write more for MV movement. ER-4, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Describes the subscription fee of $1.00 to become a \"member\" and the portraits given by Devereux and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks Regent to send her accurate information re the rumor of J.A. Washington's failure; it has paralyzed efforts in her region. ER-12, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private to Regent. Re appointments of VRs, political affiliations, and sending in funds. ER-12, p.109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Ann Pamela Cunningham hopes that another partial payment toward settlement of contract will be possible in January.  Reports success in fund raising in many states. RM 523, ER 5254, 2 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mr. Ritchie recommends that infamous reports in papers be stopped and editors be made to retract.  Is pleased with Virginia's response; Lady Managers bringing in money which is sent promptly to Mr. Riggs. ER-14, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Writes enthusiastically of John M. Bright's lecture on Charity - might give it for MV cause.  Re items for sale at Ladies' Fair.  $240 receipts from Lieutenant Maury's lecture. ER-10, p. 233, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Salem. Re appointment of Lady Managers. Receives cooperation from local papers.  Men in community think price paid J.A. Washington too high. ER-12, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. ER-10, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $100 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Encloses check for $100--gratified at learning of payment of $57,000, but disapproves of means resorted to in N.Y. to raise money. ER-23, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Enlists her interest in MV and suggests places where Appeal may be made - will send her copies of Record and subscription book. ER-8, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poolesville, MD. Sends money for the Mount Vernon cause. Hopes to do more in the future. ER-23, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Is working with schools; has disributed considerable MV literature.  Glad VR-Ky is appointed, some criticize the fact few states are represented. ER-12, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Private. Philadelphia. ER-374\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Will send collected funds as soon as she recovers from illness.  Only $135.15 from General Call's lecture. ER-4, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private to Regent.  Sends lists of contributors.  Had inspiring letter from Mrs. Ritchie, makes suggestions of workers in New Hampshire and Vermont. ER-12, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes to make another payment to John A. Washingtn, asks VR-NY how much money she can send by Jan. 6.  G.W. Riggs will make an advance on this amount. ER-12, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Has asked E. Everett to deliver lecture in Elizabeth and other principal towns in N.J.  Is active in collecting funds. ER-8, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Enclosing a check. ER-23, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Offers gift of 2 engravings of MV framed in wood from MV if she does not have them already. ER-3, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Reports various sums collected in different parts of her state.  Letter dated \"Christmas Day.\" ER-4, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Encloses a letter he has been asked to send Regent from James Dunning of Bangor who suggests Assn. could make $50,000 - issuing engraved certificates for $1, MV stock to be sold in various cities - elaborates plan.  Marginal note classifies it as \"speculation\". ER-9, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Many interesting letters from Miss Cunningham and Miss Johnson unanswered due to pressing engagements.  Spoke 6 times in 20 days, travelled over 1200 miles.  Pleased she likes \"MV papers\" she has seen.  States various types he is trying to reach, cites some results as Cambridge express-man giving $10, Ledger Agency Firm $50, etc.  Re taking possession of MV, Feb 22.  Hopes to send $1500 soon. ER-9, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Check for $300--check for $50 from Mrs. Fogg--will see to payment of taxes. ER-21, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re his lectures.  Thinks \"Mount Vernon Papers\" in the Ledger will do in MV cause no harm; cites some unusual responses. ER-9, p. 220\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Accepts appointment of Lady Manager, has received instructions and materials and will start work although Mrs. Rutherford has already collected considerable in district. ER-8, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Comments on Assn.'s payment of $5000 to J.A. Washington, and Mr. Rigg's liberality in advancing sum that must be returned promptly; declines Mr. Gruchette's offer and charges Assn. is a prey to speculators; reports on N.Y. ball given; city is to be thoroughly organized for collecting funds; asks for plans to further work after purchase of MV; difficulties in reporting amount state has collected to date; Washington Irving gives $500. ER-3, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent pleased with progess in Del; now equals Maine (which is handicapped by powerful body of Abolitionists who are violently opposed to Assn.) ER-17, p. 20\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy written in the hand of John A. Washington. Thanks her for promised payment, congratulates Association for its successful fund raising, sends some plans of Mansion (not present), and urges action be taken to formally delineate boundaries of estate. ER-4255, RM-523. 2 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends a check for money raised. ER-376\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hyde Park. ER-12, p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received her money and letter from the 21st. Paid $10,000 more toward Mount Vernon on the anniversary of Washington's death. ER-375\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Boston Light Infantry corps sends donation and asks, if possible, for a certificate for same to be framed for the Armory walls. ER-10, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $283.90 from Geo. Yerger and $100 from Mrs. Morse--will settle taxes--received $270 and $5 from her and Miss Nisbet's letter. ER-21, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Re Lady Managers.  Has taken Mr. L.'s engravings and drawings to schools to arouse interest in MV. ER-12, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. Forwards subscriptions collected by Mrs. Templeton who has been very successful. Wishes she could hear Mr. Everett speak and meet Mrs. Morse personally. ER-377\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Ritchie suggests tableaux and festivals for raising funds, asks for and gives some practical suggestions. ER-12, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. American Literary Union of Richmond will devote its Feb. meeting to benefit of MV purchase fund - one of the largest halls engaged, will have orchestra and address. ER-13, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets scarcity of MV Records, plans on publication of Jan. number.  List of names arrived in time for publication; space does not allow continuing publishing names and contributions less than $1.00. ER-17, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two on the same day. Regarding funds collected. ER-23, p. 110\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two on the same day. Regarding funds and payments. ER-23, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Florence. In regards to raising funds from Americans abroad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $259.40 and $25--$210.70 from Mrs. Nisbet. Draft on Mr. Parker. ER-21, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. (Mary Morris Hamilton's secretary) Reports returns on tableaux, $734.36.  Miss Laura Keene's benefit will yield $500. ER-12, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Sends money from Mr. Everett's account to the MVLA. ER-23, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marked \"Private.\" Postmarked December 3, 1858 on envelope. MSS-630a\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Appeal - wishes every person in state registered in MV book of contributors to be kept in Assn. Archives.  Re organization of S.C. Miss C. will appoint Lady Managers for counties, towns and villages, who in turn appoint assistants.  Asks friends to recommend ladies fitted for such work. ER-11, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Two letters. The first to an unknown editor of a Philadelphia newspaper. The other brief note is to Mrs. Otis, and may be a copy of a letter from Mrs. Wheeler of Vermont. ER-11, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. MVLA now needs a treasurer located in Washington.  E. Everett suggests G.W. Riggs has all the qualifications desired to inspire confidence from all parts of U.S.; asks him if he would consider taking on these duties.  (see also p. 91 to p. 92, epitome of letter). ER-4, p. 104\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Monday, 11.\" Letter meant to be a postscript to another letter. Discusses the work of Miss Hamilton and the New York ladies. Wishes to keep politics and opposing parties out of Mount Vernon business. ER-11, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Miss Cunningham denies herself personal correspondence.  No VR-SC but has contributed nobly without one.  Desires more help, especially from interior and upper counties.  Asks for names of women to enlist in \"MV fund\". (Same letter sent separately to each.) ER-11, p. 31 and ER-11, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. To Mr. Peters of Philadelphia asking for any assistance to the Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Mrs. Eyster in Harrisburg, PA. Authorizes her as a pioneer in cause to solicit funds for purchase fund until VR for Pa. is appointed.  Sends her copies of MV Record. ER-11, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Appreciation of S.C.'s efforts.  A Book of Registry of subscribers to MV purchase fund to be kept.  Last winter Tenn. Legislature gave as a body, suggests S.C. do same, that its name and efforts may form part of Assn. history. ER-11, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. \"Yours of February 25 was received….\" ER-11, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes taken on correspondence dated 1858 through 1861. Discusses in part the qualifications necessary for being appointed a Vice Regent. Quotes multiple letters to different parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter written to unknown recipient. Concerning Mount Vernon's purchase. ER-3, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete. A.L.S. Begins on page 3. ER-13, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Can she write and circulate an appeal for July 4. ER-426\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note, \"Miss C is not well enough to sign the card today….\" ER-23, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. It is very unfortunate that Miss Harper cannot accept position as Vice Regent at this time. Could she help Miss Cunningham find an appropriate representative for Maryland? A.L. Draft to Mr. Haas of Alexandria on the reverse thanking him for the ambrotype of the bust of Washington and two views of the Tomb. ERL-65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy, probably by Miss Cunningham or her secretary. Colonel Arthur Simpkins to Dr. Gibbs, Mayor of Columbia. Concerning her efforts to engage the help of all mayors in the vicinity to assist with the Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gives plan for publishing 2 numbers almost in one month and increasing number of papges in order to catch up on all the material they have--sorry she has misinterpreted their motives in the matter--urges her to agree to their plan. ER-D-44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. with note written on an envelope. One letter includes extract of Samuel Watson's letter to Ann Pamela Cunningham. ER-441\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Updates Miss Cunningham on news from Missouri. ER-14, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"I'm just in receipt of letter written by Miss Pellett.\" Discusses Missouri updates and article in the newspaper by Mr. Pryor. ER-14, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wishes she would visit. ER-14, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Sends $15 and appreciation of Mrs. Ritchie's cordial welcome. ER-12, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. State of affairs in Massachusetts where there is much interest in the Mount Vernon cause, \"a determination not to be behind her Southern sisters.\" ER 12, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Mrs. Greenough's acceptance of appointment as Vice Regent for Massachusetts. Negative number 3389.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends an engraving of her husband's statue of Washington. Is thinking of having copies made and sold with benefits going to the Association. ER-12, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks why she must report to the Regent and the Record when other VRs do not. Says she must report only the same news over again. Difficulties in her state with answering questions about the security of the Association's business affairs. ER-12, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. J.A. Washington has left MV.  Regent asks VRs their opinion about calling Annual Council, in the absence of any needed legislation to be considered.  All VRs will wish to be present at formal acceptance of MV title.  Suggests Feb 22 or Dec 14 as possible dates for meeting.  All letters re MV will be needed later for records and should be preserved. ER-8, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. ER-12, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Re G.W. Riggs' appointment as Treasurer.  Questions advisability of keeping money in one place unless to accumulate interest.  Has kept a book showing receipts for $2100.  Will correspond zealously with 70 counties.  Working on a Statistical and Political Geography of N. America.  Refers to items sold at Ladies' Fair still causing trouble. ER-10, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Copy. With typed transcript, notes at bottom by Superintendent Dodge swearing to the authenticity of the letter (1912). Gov. Wise's refusal to recognize Assn. under amended act of incorporation.  New act does not require name of subscribers recorded in book for archives of Va., but old act did.  Asks what Gov Wise means by stating he will claim MV when \"paid for by nation, in trust for Virginia.\" ER-4, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten note \"Connecticut 1858, Mrs. Mary Boot Goodrich 1st Vice Regent, It is greatly to be regretted that so few records of Mrs. Goodrich's works in her state are to be found. With great difficulty she raised $5,500 for the Mt. Vernon fund - The following letter from the Regent is one of the earliest responses to Connt. work.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Refuses to accept Miss Macalester's decision (re raising funds?) and asks for interview on other topics. ER-11, p. 52, 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo drafts of same letter. Regrets Everett's inability to deliver Washington lecture in New Orleans. ER-378 and ER-379\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Sends list of subscribers; collections come in slowly. ER-14, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Report on her father's speech to college students.  Mrs. Murat is doing the \"utmost\", but difficult to keep interest active in state. ER-4, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cortland Village. Suggests to Lady Managers of region that they write and ask E. Everett to speak in a \"string of appointments.\"  Sat beside E. Everett at Phil., thought his lecture \"cold, retorical,\" but it met with great applause. ER-12, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $1500 from Mr. Peabody for Mr. Everett. ER-21, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Ritchie thanks her for assuming duties of Lady Manager, sends her a subscription book. MSS-786\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $122.64 from Alicia K. Pendleton--Mr. Devereux is here. ER-21, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Poor returns from General Call's lecture make it difficult to plan for Edward Everett's lecture.  Sends $161.39. ER-4, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Small amount collected--hopes Mr. Everett will lecture in N.J. to bring about larger donations--sends check for $291.05. ER-8, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Knows Mrs. C is \"ready for the Legislature\"; gratified with Del.'s progress, regrets delay and errors in MV Record. ER-17, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth, N.J. List of people who would like to purchase the portrait. ER-8, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $72 collected. ER-8, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Encloses appeal she has made to people of Wisconsin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Thinks the Dec. no. MV Record very interesting, makes some corrections in names and sums contributed.  Washington Irving's gift of $500; account of Laura Keene's benefit performance, nets $500.  Mr. Ullman's Festival was a failure but may net $1000. ER-12, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Sends $150 for MV fund.  Asks about funds on hand. ER-14, p. 194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check for $550 from Roger Williams of R.I. ER-21, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. On \"Office of Godey's Lady's Book\" letterhead with printed terms for special clubs. Sends $469.90 which has been contributed to MV Assn, and also from sale of Washington pictures. ER-13, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson. Reports on funds collected.  Has recently brought 25 counties, heretofore unrepresented, into the Assn., entire state now covered.  Will invite Edward Everett to speak in Miss. ER-14, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Will send money as directed, fears Mass. will not reach $10,000.  Commends Mrs. Hale's appointment as VR-NH; thinks Mrs. Cutts, VT., well qualified for VR-Vt.  Asks for directions re subscription books, how much longer to collect subscriptions. ER-12, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Oxford, Chenango County, N.Y. Re raising funds in her community. ER-12, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Has rec'd MV Records.  Miss Hamilton hopes to counteract false statements in press re J.A. Washington.  Asks for corrections in MV Record. ER-12, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baton Rouge. She is unable to obtain funds in Baton Rouge herself for Mt. Vernon but has zealous helpers--best way to make personal appeals to members of legislature--new Vice-Regent for Ky., Rosa Johnson--will ask aid of Mason in Baton Rouge. ER-380.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 checks totaling $237--Mrs. Morse's check for $101.50--will try to meet her in Philadelphia latter part of month. ER-21, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re VR- Ill, Mrs. Dodson's work.  Mr. Hite (?), a Virginia application for superintendent; Mrs. Fogg (VR-Tenn) writes re Record; Mrs. Hoffman, Davenport writes of interest in Iowa; Miss Hamilton (NY) asks about tableaux \"The Innocent Child\" and reports difficulties with Academy of Music benefit performance; \"Panorama of China and Australia\" in Richmond not successful financially; have 60 subscription books distributed, sends Record to each worker; sends Regent newspaper clippings; replies to Mrs. Conner; comments on Mrs. Goodrich, a possible article for Enquirer, and a benefactor in California; approves Mrs. Macalester's appointment; begs Regent not to mention resigning to officers. ER-3, p. 193, 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Original letter and handwritten copy. Assures her that he has no intention of selling to another party \"that portion of Mount Vernon to the North of your purchase.\"  States that he has no objection to the erection of a monument by The State of Virginia, and recommends (without naming) a friend to serve as superintendant of Mount Vernon when the Washington family vacates the estate. ER-9, p. 61 and RM-523, ER-4256, 3 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-17, p. 24, 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped transcript of letter. Wilmington. Appeal to have North Carolina become more involved, contribute to Mount Vernon. RM-144, PS-2402\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nice, France. Could not bring MV books and papers with her because of duty, etc.  Called on Minister in Paris and left Appeal and Record, and has promise of subscription book placed at embassy.  Will distribute 6 subscription books in Paris.  Hard to interest Americans in Europe in MV.  Goes to Naples next.  [Attached is a newspaper clipping regarding Plymouth Monument] ER-12, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $100 from Mrs. Sigourney of Hartford whose last contribution was $60.  Is impatient to receive MV record. ER-14, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Delaware's subscription books much simpler and less expensive than others.  Regent asks for 1/2 doz. to give to new VRs as samples. ER-17, p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Extracts from a letter to Mr. Riggs\"  Mr. Devereux shows his letter to Regent--she thanks him for advice--today Miss C. gave Mr. Devereux an order for $450 for the Record. ER-D-72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManitowoc. Sends list of contributors and amounts of donations - errors in spelling in list sent before.  Comments on various persons she is choosing for work, but times are hard in Wis.  Comments on Mrs. Mitchell's appointment. ER-10, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $25 from Mrs. Fogg and $81 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Seeks his interests and oratory in Mt. Vernon cause.  Refers to her Revolutionary ancesters and historical data the judge possesses; fears her own biography may be inaccurately written. ER-11, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Sends her gift of \"Christian Households\".  Has rec'd some pamphlets inscribed \"With compliments of the Southern Matron.\"  Mrs. Phelps is sister of Emma Willard of Troy Seminary.  Suggests she and her sister might edit a book on Mount Vernon, proceeds to go to MVLA. ER-13, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Pressing domestic care and business delay his answering letters.  Contributions come in steadily from Ledger articles and he will try to give recognition to subscriptions of less than $1.  Phil. Engine Co. gives $25.  Comments on VRs' deputies.  Wishes J.A. Washington would give up estate-it would cancel much unfavorable opinion re his terms to MVLA.  Note says he will see her in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lexington. Declares she thinks they should both have a clear understanding re the appointment of VR-Ky, which she has explained in full to her brother-in-law, Charles Macalester (see p. 78-81). Asking him to forward it to Regent. ER-13, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lexington, KY. Writes her brother-in-law Charles of complications developing from having Vice President Breckenridge and Mr. Preston ask her to serve as VR for MV and then read in paper that Regent had appointed Mrs. Johnson. ER-13, p. 78-81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote referencing two letters from the U.S. Agricultural Society Committee to John Augustine Washington III concerning the sale of Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. She set up her Committee before the letters confirming her appointment as VP were received--Mrs. Hoyt, an acquaintance of A.P.C.'s, is too zealous in the cause \u0026amp; has perhaps injured the Mt. Vernon movement--they open their campaign for money with a lecture this week--money much scarcer in west than 18 months earlier--encloses letters from Mrs. Hoyt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Rec'd 50 cop. MV Record, needs 20 cop. of Dec. no. and 70- of Jan. when published.  Asks price of Record to VRs.  Pleased with VR-Ill.  Mr. Ogden of Chicago, Phebe Ogden and Mrs. Barry are from her Ogden family.  Wants varied news in Record.  Mrs. Pellet wants money sent acknowledged soon after receipt.  Wants a VR in South Carolina.  Send 'infamous' article from a Rochester paper.  Dr. John Dove give $273 from Missouri and Virginia Lodges. ER-14, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rochester, NY. Reports on work with schools.  Asks for 200 Appeals.  Suggests other energetic workers. ER-12, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Erie. Regarding the Mount Vernon Fund and money raised. ER-D-8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of subscription books to be used as samples for new VRs. ER-17, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Difficulties with Mrs. Kennedy explained in Mrs. K.'s letter just received. ER-14, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Disappointed Masonic Order has not contributed more.  Contributors want to see their names printed in the MV Record. ER-12, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Confidential.  Asks him to recommend VR for Mo. to replace Mrs. Walton who resigned because of ill health.  Mrs. George Collier, sr. has declined; asks about Mary Reyburn. ER-12, p. 104\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Asks her to send funds to C.H. Parker, Suffolk Savings Bank, Boston, before Jan. 24, but keep subscription books open.  Urges her to further action. ER-12, p. 116\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends correctons for Dec. Record--will take measures with Masonic lodges. ER-5, p. 1-H\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $273.10 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Send \"monies\" to Regent which will be properly transferred.  \"Record\" not yet self-sustaining nor adequate to demands made on it.  Requests from Virginia Archives, names from Tenn. and N.C. and names from Ga. Sent to Miss Eve. ER-1, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Woodbury. Gives an entertainment in her mother's home and raises $66 for MV Assn; farmers send the ingredients for the refreshments as their share.  Hopes for a notice in Record. ER-14, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Report for the Record, giving names of Lady Managers in various counties; gratifying response from Appeals to Masonic Lodges, militia,and young people.  Transportation companies carry MV bundles free of charge.  Asks to publish this report in Conn. papers. ER-4, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Geneva. Reports her efforts, finds much opposition to high price asked by J.A. Washington, and to giving to this enterprise when so many people are suffering for necessities.  The government should have acted in this matter many years ago. ER-12, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks for more corrections in MV Record.  Approves putting by some money from purchase fund.  Reports on work in various counties. ER-12, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports another $100 from Mrs. Sigourney.  As soon as Regent approves Conn. Report will publish it in all county papers.  Is impatient for appearance of next issue of MV Record. ER-4, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDover. Newspaper clipping--success of collections in Delaware, but appeal for more funds. ER-17, p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re the unfortunate affair in having his sister-in-law asked to be VR-Ky and then having Mrs. Johnson appointed.  Suggests ways of smoothing out the affair (see p. 78-82). ER-13, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $194.40 from Geo. Yerger--Mr. Everett to be in Phila. This week--pressing business prevents his going to Phila. now. ER-21, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Schenectady, NY. Unknown author, probably a lady manager. Has sent in subscription books for her region, has 38 managers engaged. ER-12, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Regarding her appointment as lady manager. ER-12, p. 226\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regents finds Pennsylvania difficult to organize.  Declares herself only \"a private Asst.\" as Miss Johnson is private sec. to the Regent.  Regent rec'd Mrs. C's letter re portraits by Mr. Butler, of whom she has not heard. ER-17, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Asks for interview, re VR-Pa; wants to make appointment while Edward Everett is there. ER-11, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends many lists for Record.  Mrs. A.C. Paige sends in $912 for \"Schenectada.\" ER-12, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends $100 for MV fund.  (Letter signed by W.W. Brown, H.A. Prescott, F.J. Sheldon of Committee) ER-13, p. 8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Peterboro. (Peterborough?) Print letter of appeal regarding Frederick Douglass with personal letter to Mary Morris Hamilton handwritten on continuing page.Thinks purchase price of MV too high, is opposed to slavery and MV is not free from it. ER-12, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Finds little interest in her community, reports various methods of arousing interest, has collected $50. ER-12, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Erie, NY. Reports on work started - $300 already subscribed. ER-13, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $30.65 from Hartford High School to be listed in MV Record. ER-14, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends note for next Record. ER-13, p. 8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Regarding money received. ER-21, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Thinks Regent needs 2 secretaries.  Sorry Appeals from Kentucky and Wisconsin were omitted from Mount Vernon Record.  Re failure of Mr. Ullman's festival.  Cooperation of New York City press.  Opposition is better not answered, regrets feeling against John Augustine Washington, best to meet it with extracts from his letters.  Some Lady Managers make house to house calls. ER-12, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Everett arrives, wants to adjust her duties and salary as Secretary.  States terms under which she will work, nine hours social freedom at other times, $500 a year, plus board, laundry, traveling expenses. Gives other details; otherwise she will resign. ER-13, p. 52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. During his wife's illness, has carried on work, has 9 subscriptions in circulation, 5 more to start.  Has encountered some difficulties, definite opposition because price is too high, slavery, politics, etc. ER-12, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Albany, NY. Finds prejudice against MV plan.  Work progresses slowly. ER-12, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Yonkers, NY. Returning subscription book. Having a hard time persuading people to contribute, buy portraits. ER-12, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Palmyra. Re works in his region, and opposition of press. ER-12, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from her $1018.26--unable to leave here now.  ER-21, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lake Providence. Sends $5. and list of names--desires portrait of G. Washington--will send money from other solicitors as soon as received. ER-381\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saratoga. Reports progress is slow but sure, will start work with schools soon. ER-12, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Erie. Reports progress is slow but sure, will start work with schools soon. ER-13, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Reports funds received from various Managers, will distribute 24 copies of Record; General Call zealous and will speak June 14th at Masonic celebration. ER-4, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. The \"Uhlman\" festival netted $1000, but is not sure that it was a wise procedure.  Country districts responding well.  Treasurer Riggs has rec'd $100,000, paid J.A. Washington $85,000, next payment due Jan 1860. ER-12, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Regrets he is unable to serve MV cause. ER-11, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks her to note Rule printed on p. 38, Nov. no. of MV Record, re names to be published.  Mass list in Jan. no. to be regretted. ER-17, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Difficulties in getting work started in Trenton.  Collects $79 from Mrs. Phillips). ER-8, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington. Will pay Mr. Washington's agents $5000--will make another $5000 payment as soon as draft for $6500 is collected from Mr. C. H. Parker, Boston. ER-21, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid today $5000 to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Last half page with signature clipped away. Philadelphia. Problem of publishing names of $1.00 subscribers with limited space in Record.  Miss Nisbet will edit list under Regent's direction.  School children often give 3 or 5 cents. ER-1, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Woodbury, CT. Itemized statement of $860 sent to MV fund. ER-14, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Confidential. Gov. Wise refuses to give Secretary Pellet list of subscribers' names - and Mr. Mumford's report on reasons for refusal - new constitution not recognized by Gov.  Mr. Macfarland pays Mr. Riggs $65 for interest due on Savannah bonds. ER-3, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cooperstown. Has had meagre success, even in schools. ER-12, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re his address, The History and Character of Washington, and the American Revolution and its Effect in Great Britain ad France 1775-1799.  Peter Cooper gives use of Institute's Assembly Hall.  Refers to insult to G/W's name by French Imperial Government last July 4. ER-12, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received 3 checks totaling $625--$5000 to be paid to Mr. Washington today--will probably make another payment on Monday. ER-21, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Springfield. Injury keeps him from enlisting in MV cause, but will try to stir up enthusiasm.  Does not plan to publish anything on Cunningham family. ER-10, p. 81-\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Acknowledges receipt of letters, approves of unnamed plans sent. ER-12, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of checks amounting to $1926 and deposit slip for $50--received from Mrs. Ritchie a check for $247.31--press of business prevents his writing to her regarding to matter in her private letter. ER-21, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $500, hopes to increase it soon, wonder how the Regent sustains herself when \"state\" discouragements alone weigh down on a VR so heavily.  Asks about portraits wanted in one community. ER-8, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $500 check from New Jersey. ER-21, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Refers to his public address and asks for some official representation of Assn. ER-12, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $600 - has Regent's acknowledgement of 2 checks, $500 each. ER-8, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Returns $30 for endorsement--will advise Mr. Washington to call for $10,000. ER-21, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Williamsburgh, New York. Other names for E. Vale Smith are Euphemia Vale Blake, or E. Vale Blake. Writing a child's story for her son entitled St. George of America, the Eighth Champion of Christendom, and offers to give half proceeds to Mount Vernon. If Association will arrange for publication as reference to her writing ability gives names of prominent writers and editors. ER-12, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $500 from Ohio--hopes to advise her tomorrow of $10,000 to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Macalester is as good a choice for VR as can be made. ER-13, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. $5000 paid on next bond is duly credited.  Does not want to go to Philadelphia unless necessity requires it.  Mrs. Lee, Arlington, writes that Mrs. Lorenzo Lewis wishes to give Nelly Custis' harpsichord to MVLA. ER-9, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Albany. Sent $151.12--has met with most cordial reception among laboring classes, and press. ER-12, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typed transcript. Richmond. Receives Appeals.  Mrs. Eve's \"sublime letter\" enclosed proving first assn. was started in Ga. which Mrs. R. did not know, regrets deeply her published statement that Virginia was first state to act. ER-3, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has declined another appointment which might conflict with his assistance to MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Act of incorporation of Association prohibits her negotiating for an advance of money by pledging the property as security--Mr. Washington's agent hasn't called for $10,000 payment. ER-21, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Desires to know his views on borrowing money to consumate purchase of Mt. Vernon on the 22nd--he himself doesn't think it a good idea.  ER-508\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of 3 checks for $70, $132.81, and $30.66. ER-21, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Washington $10,000 today. ER-21, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Re Mrs. Barry, report from Mrs. Mitchell, general progress. ER-12, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Everett seems averse to her borrowing money--hopes she will make payment on Feb. 22 as large as possible and complete purchase when she has the money. ER-21, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has 3 checks she sent, amounting to $815. ER-21, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo photostat copies and typed transcript. Chicago. Asks his permission to add his name as member of Board of Counsellors in state organization [Encloses a copy of act of Incorporation] Original copy at Library of Cognress, microfilm in the Illinois State Library. PS-81, TYP-324\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal A.L.S. with handwritten copy and photostat. New York. Adds to his gift of $50, another $1000 in memory of his grandfather, Capt. Nathan Coffin, a patriot of the Revolution.  ER-12, p. 256 and ER-12, p. 242\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Individually is willing to cooperate with Mount Vernon movement but doubts expediency of official action unless it is general throughout land.  Feb.22 appropriate date for \"united effort toward purchase of Mount Vernon.\" ER-13, p.139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $509.50 from various banks. ER-14, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from her 2 checks totaling $1014--has now on hand $2300, \u0026amp; hopes to pay Mr. Washington  more soon. ER-21, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland. Accepts honor offered--appointment as VR-Vt.  Will proceed to organize state promptly, to enlist interest of Vermont's distinguished sons and the Masonic Order.  Is already selecting Lady Managers. ER-11, p. 228\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Everett writes to \"my dear friend,\" probably G.W. Riggs re consummation payment to John Augustine Washington.  Fears expected contributions will be disappointing.  Delays in receipts from orations he has given.  Brooklyn receipts may be $1000.  Has rec'd $1000 from Ledger contributions.  New York oration delayed by Everett's illness. ER-9, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $300.  Will send out Appeal. ER-8, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Sent Appeal to principal papers in Boston, throughout state, 22 in all, due to death of 3 prominent persons had to postpone theatricals.  Mrs. Otis getting up a Great Ball.  Realizes great undercurrent of feeling re slavery, and proceeds with caution.  Thinks Mass. may raise $15,000.  Mrs. Greenough in Genoa en route to Naples.  Tells of her detailed way of keeping track of affairs for VR. ER-12, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Duplicate. Offers to speak Feb. 22 for Mount Vernon if Everett's health does not permit him to keep appointment. ER-12, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Granville. Eager to have E. Everett give his lecture in their county. ER-12, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMulti-page A.L.S. with photocopy. Brooks lays out his ideas and concepts for improvements to Mount Vernon and how to make it a shrine with monuments, memorials, a \"Triumphal Arch,\" etc. Also suggests removing the outbuildings as they were the \"abodes of menials, or subsidiary to animals existence, awakening no inventive to preserve a mere materiality, that could hold no relation to the ideal.\" RM-478, ER-3917\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receives check for $294.48 from officers of the Navy Yard, Brooklyn. ER-21, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. According to Constitution, it isn't necessary to call a meetng before 12th of March--will defer calling of meeting. ER-382\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re sending in money, Mrs. Otis' Ball, asks for information on J.A. Washington's terms.  Commends VRs, N.H. and Vt., asks for 20 Records each month.  Asks about what Regent expects Mass. to give. ER-12, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. National Guard benefit--as official organization, not allowed to give, but Appeal distributed among them and may give individually. ER-12, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Forwards $500 - E. Everett's help in state acknowledged. ER-8, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. House of Representatives, Missouri. Mo. Legislature has appropriated $2000 for MVLA's effort to purchase G/W home and Tomb.  Thinks other States will follow Mo.'s example.  Commends Assn.'s work. ER-10, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tangipahoa Depot, Louisiana. Sends $10 collected for Mount Vernon fund. ER-383\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Will try to send in any more money she gets before the 22nd. ER-14, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received checks totaling $1046.58--received from Mr. Peabody in Boston $2000; $50 from Gen. George Mason Graham of La.; and $35 from Gen. George Mason Long of La.--has written Mr. Washington regarding making another payment. ER-21, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Check for $700. Cause becoming popular and some prejudices against Association are being overcome. Mrs. Hoyt continues to make the cause unpopular in certain quarters. Hopes whole $200,000 will be paid this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $394.75 from Mrs. Ritchie and $272.36 and $1652.80 fro Miss Cunningham. Has drawn on Mr. Parker for $1135.35, will make as large a payment as possible to Mr. Washington by the 22nd. ER-21, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Jefferson City. Missouri legislature has pased bill appropriating $2000 to Mt. Vernon fund--hopes other states follow example. ER-10, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports Pennsylvania progress under Miss Lily Macalester; large subscriptions to date from Mass. and N.Y.; $20,000 of the needed $25,000 now in GW. Riggs' hands. ER-1, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Receipt written by Ann Pamela Cunningham on one side with letter to Mrs. Little on the reverse. Rec'd check for $1000 to be used on Feb. 22 installment; also one for $389.20 receipted by Regent. ER-19, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts Vice Regency for Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Re date for calling annual meeting (cites Article 20 of Constitution), as VRs are needed in their own states for raising funds, no urgent business until purchase is made, Regent defers calling Grand Council until Assn takes possession of Estate (in year 1859). ER-17, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Festival with tableaux planned, publicity arranged. ER-12, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Formally acknowledging her acceptance of position. MVLA is a legal body and must make all appointments official. Will forward list of interested persons in her state. ER-4269 RM-576\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Appeal remains unacted upon, some influence needed to bring cause up for consideration; writer no longer active officer, but will give his aid and thinks Grand Lodge of City the most like to take action. ER-13, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $1200 from F.H. Peabody of Boston, also from her checks for $652.51 and $1389.20. Will make payment on the 22nd. Error in appeal in Washington paper. ER-21, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bellevue, FL. Last Appeal came too late for publication in Sentinel.  Is busy with a festival in a small village where a nephew of General Call will speak. ER-4, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Collects only 50 cents, gift of two boys. ER-12, p. 258\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. She has the authority to appoint Lady Managers. She will responsible for all fundraising activities in Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 124.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Quotes art.10 of Constitution re meetings.  Decides to defer calling Council until MVLA takes possession of Estate. ER-11, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has paid today to Mr. Washington $18,712.78, thus paying Bond due in 1860, with interest due. ER-21, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber. Wants all possible information on regulations governing association and on present successes of effort before bringing up subject of appropriations before Senate. ER-5, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Printed Appeal to the people of … with a short note accompanying it. ER-13, p. 56-57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Congratulates her on her appeal in today's newspaper. ER-5, p. 1-L\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $255.83 from Mrs. Hoyt of Madison, Wisconsin, proceeds from Mt. Vernon Festival there--$1000 from Mrs. Eve, from Mt. Vernon Fair--checks for $132--has $13,000 and shall pay today at least $15,000. ER-21, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has paid today $15,000 to John A. Washington. ER-21, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Quotes Constitution (which became law on passage of Act of Incorporation on Mar 12, 1856 and its formal acceptance by VRs) on calling Council.  Will defer meeting until Assn takes possession of Estate provided this is during 1859. ER-19, p. 51, 53, 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Difficulties in raising funds, slavery problem hinders. ER-12, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received her telegram that $700 will come--also Miss Hamilton's that $13,000 will come tomorrow--payment of yesterday increased $3712.78 to pay bond in full--will make another payment tomorrow or next day--expects $1000 from Chicago. ER-21, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Amount paid yesterday completes payment of Bond due in 1860 of $41,666.66 with interest due--encloses statement. ER-12, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. dated first on February 23 and continued later on April 4. Havana. Raising MV funds difficult, local taxes are high, opposition to purchase price of MV in general. When writing on April, reports she has received positive feedback from an interested party and has forwarded the subscription book back with updates. Says more can be done next winter and she will try again then. ER-12, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Reports Mrs. Sigourney's gift of $100. ER-4, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Reports Mrs. Sigourney's gift of $100. ER-9, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Masonic Hall, Philadelphia. Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania is unable to contribute to MV Assn because of its present heavy indebtedness. ER-13, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft by Christie Johnson on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Philadelphia. Pleased she accepts vice-regency. ER-11, p. 54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $13,000 from Miss Hamilton--also $700, $660, and $1000 from Miss C.--he advanced $6000 to payment on Feb. 22--todays receipts enable him to pay Mr. Washington another $10,000. ER-21, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $66 from Masons in District of Columbia. ER-21, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends itemized statement of expenses and receipts for lecture at Cooper Institute Feb 21--net profit of $5.00. ER-12, p. 264\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Wrote her informally on action of his military company and asks letter should not be filed.  Contributions to MV funds have been generous. ER-12, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and typed transcript. Richmond. Sends Mr. Riggs $650 collected in state; wishes information about VR for Pennsylvania for publication; Dr. Dove wants VR-Ga to reach Grand Master of Masonic Lodge; suggestion for furthering work with other Masonic Lodges; suggestion for VR in Oregon; expresses admiration for Mrs. Eve; first Grand Council called after taking possession of MV; urges Regent to consider carefully the future and seek counsel wisely; difficulties with Savannah group. ER-3, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Ritchie checks totaling $655.36--also $242 from Miss C. ER-21, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and handwritten copy. Dover. Reports subscriptions of $2050; subscriptions to Record, sales of portraits.  State was organized Nov 20 - amount raised mainly through $1 contributions. ER-3, p. 177 and ER-17, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Pleased with her acceptance of Vice Regent of Pennsylvania. ER-11, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Sends money from sales of Washington portraits. ER-14, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Blakely. Authorization for Riggs to pay $15,000 to Burke and Herbert Bank toward bond of the MVLA. ER-23, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent so appreciative of Mrs. Comegys' progress; checks should go directly to G.W. Riggs who is preparing for another payment.  Everyone appreciates Miss Macalester's appointment. ER-17, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped transcript. Original document at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History. A.L.S. Chapel Hill. Mr. Miller's lecture was very successful, encloses check with profits. RM-144, PS-2400\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Acknowledges Miss H.'s note of commendation for her MV efforts. ER-12, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Gives name of Mrs. Handy of Philadelphia as possible helper for Mount Vernon. Welcomes her to their ranks. ER-5, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $425 from Mrs. Ritchie--has just paid $10,000 to Mr. Washington's agent. ER-21, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Washington $10,000 today. ER-21, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Short description of visit to MV, and suggestion for raising funds. ER-12, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wrote to Pres. of Senate and Speaker of House in Mo. which resulted in State appropriation of $2,000, and will continue efforts in State to raise funds and find a suitable successor to Mrs. Walton. ER-10, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Many apathetic, few enthusiastic, account of how school contributed in small sums, $32.54--fine moral effect on children, hopes to be able to raise $2000, gives details of her work. ER-12, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re plans for raising funds, has more than $100 in response to Appeal.  Bill for $2000 introduced into State Senate. ER-13, p. 58-59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate, Harrisburg. Congratulations on appointment as VR--intends to support measure for state appropriation of money to Mt. Vernon, but desires information on aims and condition of Association. ER-5, p. 1-L\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft, not complete. Appeal through Mr. Fourney.  Cites how Assn. met terms of purchase contract signed April 1858, when $18,000 was paid.  1st installment due Dec.2, 1858, paid Jan.1., 1859, $57,000; 2nd installment due Feb.22, 1860 already paid $25,000.  $15,000 now invested a 6%; large sums collected in various states.  Expects $150,000 to be paid J.A.W. on Feb 22, 1859, leaving balance on purchase price $50,000 to be raised.  Lists various types of people contributing. ER-11, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and photostat of copy. Boston. Remits to Mr. Riggs $11,000 for Mount Vernon fund -- this brings to $60,893 amount forwarded to Mr. Riggs -- this is virtually all on hand except small amount due him for a \"Washington\" lecture. ER-9, p. 231 and ER-509 (photostat)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg. Writes to inform her of Missouri legislature's appropriation of $2000 to Mt. Vernon fund -- since dealth of her husband, has been unable to spend any effort on Mt. Vernon -- consideration of someone to succeed her [as VR]. ER-14, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy. Letter by Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Has raised $1000, festival a success. Gives a spy story handed down in her family from Revolutionary days. ER-12, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Christie Johnson is quite ill. Will send nos. of Record desired. MV Record suitable for binding. Suggests family subscription of $1.00 so name may be printed and handed down in family records. G.W.Riggs paid $10,000 making more than $28,712 paid since Fe.22. VR-NY will send $5500. Had G/W's Birthday been one month later, funds would have been ready. Wants accts of Feb. 22nd celebration for MV Record. Desires MV paid for and possession taken before Regent's birthday, Aug.15, or should it be E.Everett's birthday or Mary Ball's? ER-17, p. 36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. signed by Cunningham in the writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Asks for report in connection with Feb. 22, showing subscriptions, newspaper clipings which could be used in MV Record or for other purposes. ER-11, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Anna Cutts, private secretary pro tem. North Hartland, Vermont. Rec'd documents for VR. Appeals already sent to leading newspapers, will correct errors as directed. ER-11, p. 228\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Acknowledgement of adjustment of $913.27 for three Everett lectures sent to Regent which is now in G.W. Riggs' hands for \"Auxiliary MV Fund\". ER-8, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from her check for $616. ER-21, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid to John A. Washington's agents $5000 today. ER-21, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $5500 from Miss Hamilton -- also two checks for $80 from Miss. C. -- shall at once pay Mr. Washington another 45000. ER-21, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans, LA. Solicits her as a patron for their \"national picture of 'Washington and his Generals' \". ER-384\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes items on celebrations of Feb. 22 for the Record. The $13,000 from N.Y. is included in $28,000 paid John A. Washington. ER-11, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $110 from Mrs. Fogg, contributed by Nashville Free School, etc. ER-21, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Devereux sent 50 cop. of Feb. Record. Regent wants all Del's lists. All material to be sent since MV demands on him have become too great, to Regent who will prepare printing for Devereux. Chicago's grand fete Feb. 22 yields $1000, Augusta Fair, $1200-. Payments soon to be $149,000 to John A. Washington, purchase and interest. E. Everett advanced $11,000. ER-17, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Difficulty of keeping list of names of contributors accurately - unfamiliar names and illegible writing. ER-8, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends $12 for 12 portraits from Mrs. C.W. Murat of Tallahassee, Fla.; will send draft for \"portrait money\" soon. ER-16, p. 260\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Expressed copies of last Record. Comments on legislators that enroll as members. Some in Illinois refuse. ER-1, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Keep portrait money separate from contributions, because it is credited as Messrs. Devereaux's donation -- percentage of money from portraits that goes to Mr. Vernon --suggestions for organizing in La. to give impetus to contributions -- Northern \u0026amp; western states doing much better than South in donations -- suggests hiring a secretary to write personal letters to people instead of a printed appeal. ER-385\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $160 from Miss Johnson -- also $11,000 from Mr. F.H. Peabody of Boston -- will notify Mr. Washington he wants to make another payment. ER-21, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Reports again on amount sent from various lectures by E.Everett. Reports 2 Birthday celebrations, and a bishop's address to be printed for benefit of MV has excellent press notices. Explains her accounts and money sent. Note written on page, \"Forwarded to Regent $4,5 25.81, E.Everett lectures $913.27, total amount $5439.08.\" ER-8, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $237.25 received from Mrs. Richie. ER-21, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wants entire list of Masonic Order to be published in MV Record. Sec. to have short leave for rest. Regrets MV Records have not yet reached Mrs. C. \"Entire legistlature of Del. has taken part in purchase of MV\". ER-17, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Sends $150 but fears collections will be slower in future. Waiting for reports from various towns before she can complete state report. Reports again sums sent to Regent and to E.Everett. Sends list of donors and amounts from Newark. ER-8, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Encloses draft for $104 rec'd on account of Washington portraits. ER-16, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped transcript. Original at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History. Received check, very greatful. RM-144, PS-2401\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $105 -- awaiting authority from Mr. Washington to make payment -- Mrs. Kennedy to procure check on N.Y., Phila. or baltimore to lessen loss by exchange. ER-21, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Subscribers list sent with check -- Managers anxious to get their \"Records\" -- small subscription lists coming in.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re contributions, rivalry between Mrs. Chace and Mrs. Otis in raising fund. Effect of announcement of purchase on raising contributions. ER-12, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. C. for her suggestions and cooperation. ER-17, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. 2500 visitors called at Mrs.O's home on Feb. 22. After 10 yrs. succeeded in making G/W's birthday a public and legal festival, 1st state to take such action. Gov.Gardner signed Bill. Reports Mar. 4th Ball at Theatre preceded by Levee at her home, and press and public are enthusiastic. ER-12, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. St. King. Most likely a copy in the writing of a secretary. ER-12, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends another official letter dated Feb. 22, to announce payment -- hopes to make another payment soon. ER-21, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Comment on Delaware's fine work. N.Y. 7th regiment gives $2000. Trying to get returns to report raising $50,000 since 22nd: paid off 3rd installment of $41,666.66 due in '61 with interest. ER-1, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on success - will try to have each subscriber's name printed in the Record. Future is \"as plain to Regent as handwriting on the wall,\" so could not doubt. ER-11, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. probably a copy in Cunningham's writing. Private. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has paid to Mr. Washington today $10,000. ER-21, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has authority to make payment of $10,000 at once -- will seek permission to pay $5000 more at once -- $1200 from Mr. Parker of Boston. ER-21, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. West Point. West Point cadets will contribute about $500, sent in by Capt. Delafield to Regent. Cites inaccuracies in M.V. Record. ER-12, p. 274\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has paid Mr. Washington's agent today $5000. ER-21, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has checks for $575.50 from Delaware, $500 from Illinois, and 2 checks from Miss C. amounting to $290 -- has paid Mr. Washington today $5000 -- Mr. Washington gives authority to agent to receive payments as they are offered -- $30,000 paid on account of bond -- correcting error of $909.27 in N.J. remittance. ER-21, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends contributions and lists prospects. ER-14, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Sorry he has not answered her previous letters. Discusses payments and recent money raised by lectures. Thinks highly of Miss Hamilton who is \"indefatigable.\" The ball in Boston went well, mostly because of Mrs. Otis' efforts. ER-9, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Clinton, Louisiana. Regrets apathy to Mt. Vernon cause -- hopes she can prevail on Mr. Everett to deliver orations in South and West -- next year prior to Feb. 22 would be best time -- work done in wards of his parish -- sends $10 for copy of \"Tribute to the Mount Vernon Fund,\" dedicated to Mr. Everett. ER-386\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Checks received, amounting to $1022 -- hopes to complete payment of 3rd installment soon. ER-21, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jefferson City, Missouri. Re portrait of G/W he was commissioned to paint for Missouri Capitol at time the State appropriated $2000 for MV fund. ER-10, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lends copy of Ladies Shopping Guide, 25c. Offers 400 copies as a gift. ER-13, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $18.30. ER-14, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends Mr. Riggs $441.25 including Dr. Dove's contribution.  Difficulties in crediting Masonic contributions. ER-36, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $1000 FROM Mrs. Sarah King Hale of New Hampshire--also, from Mrs. Ritchie, $441.25--expects proceeds from Ball in Boston. ER-21, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with enclosed news clipping. Providence. Devereux sent engravings for sale at MV festival, too late.  Took in over $1000 at Festival and will clear $800.  News clipping gives information about the festival. ER-13, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re sketches being made of house and grounds.  Because of so many inaccurate engravings of MV published in N.Y., Regent asks J.A.W. to allow no sketch or drawing to be made in future without her consent.  Wishes illustrations to be competently done and exclusively for publication Assn. designated. ER-9, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Manitowoc. His sentiments on efforts to purchase Mt. Vernon--believes unity of their purpose will help allay sectionalism in country.  Post script on small piece of paper states that Masons in the state will act on subject of support for Mt. Vernon.  (Envelope dated Mar. 14, 1859 and addressed to Philadelphia, Penn.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Private. East Brooklyn oration may yield $500, one on 4th made $1400, skating club gives $100, etc.  Hopes to send $2000 shortly.  Commends N.Y. contributors. ER-9, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private. (Hopkinson is secretary to VR of Massachusetts). Re collecting funds to send to G.W. Riggs.  Wrote 19 letters in one day to ascertain amount Mass. has raised.  Wonders about effect of publishing purchase of MV on future contributions.  Mrs. Otis raises $4000.  Mrs. Otis insists she was appointed VR before Mrs. Greenough. ER-12, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Floridians not patriotic enough to celebrate Feb. 22.  Will send $50 to G.W. Riggs as directed.  Reports on village festival.  Floridians getting luke warm and she will probably not raise more than $2000 in state. ER-4, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Printers of Washington send contribution. ER-21, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends Republican's article on MV, also plans for E. Everett's oration in Saint Louis.  Sure of success now that John A. Washington agrees to sell. ER-14, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Sends her Devereux and Co. letter re reproductions of MV.  J.A.W. has always allowed anyone who wished to sketch MV.  Asks that Regent instruct him on this subject, so that he may act accordingly and give authority for such action. ER-9, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received checks for $1105--received $122 from Printers of Washington--hopes to pay balance on 1861 bond soon. ER-21, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She is almost well. Chides APC for her carelessness of her health. A printed appeal to the state of Pennsylvania. is included, dated Feb. 22, 1859. ER-5, p. 1-K\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Has asked Regent to instruct him re reproductions of MV to be made in future. ER-9, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $910.10 from Iowa--needs $9000 more to complete 3rd installment--will make a payment of $5000 if no more comes in. ER-21, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. McMakin on behalf of Cunningham. Apologizes for misunderstanding in the matter of Mr. Devereux, an artist who Miss Cunningham had encouraged to do illustrations of Mount Vernon at about the same time as Lossing.  Miss Cunningham asks Washington's forgiveness for some unspecified breach of etiquette on the part of one \"who\" has not that acquaintance with polished society. RM-523, ER-4260, 4 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew Orleans. Money for Washington Portraits--difficulty of collecting anything in La.--no interest among French \u0026amp; Spanish \u0026amp; Yankee merchants  \u0026amp; speculators--flood of Mississippi River did much damage--much ridicule of cause--statement of moneys spent and received--has no secretary, to save expenses--refuses to do anything to promote the cause which she is sure would bring ridicule or failure to it--no men in state offer assistance--has enlisted services of Henry Marston. ER-387\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Makes payment of $5000 on bond due in 1861--$6,666.66 more due on it, plus interest--goes to N. York for several days--if money comes in during his absence, someone in charge will make final payment. ER-21, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 today. ER-21, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Sends Mrs. Otis' unique effusion, but she did raise $4000 at Ball.  Sorry Regent couldn't make payment she wanted to.  Col. Sylvanus Thayer sent $100. ER-12, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Galveston. Feels much can be accomplished in Texas if a responsible, energetic person is appointed--recommends her aunt, Miss Nancy Watrous [enclosed in letter from C. Johnson to M.S. Morse, April 18, 1859]. ER-436\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. A mistake in amount of funds credited to his orations in New Jersey. ER-510\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland, Vermont. Re organization of work in state.  Send Regent's Appeal and statement of appointment of VR-Vt to editors; have had tardy response in some cases.  Gives various details of her work. ER-11, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. John Walker of Waverly Magazine. Offers to give his lecture \"The Age We Live In\" any place the Assn. designates. ER-10, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning agreement of books.  Reports proceeds from three orations in N.J. is $913.27. ER-23, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Reports Boston Ball a success, has not yet received proceeds.  Thinks it will be impossible to raise a dollar after estate is paid for; if last payment is deferred, it will aid needed restoration fund. ER-12, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Received $1000 from Rhode Island and $2500 from F. H. Peabody--his partner will credit funds and make payment in his absence. ER-21, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 today on bond. ER-21, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Written by Mary McMakin on Cunningham's behalf. Miss C's father 'hopelessly ill\"; Christie Johnson away temporarily; \"Record\" publication delayed, waiting to announce payment and date re it; expect $4000 from Boston Ball. ER-1, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Newark donors for publication in Record. ER-8, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Thought to be written by Mary Chesnut, a future Vice Regent. Near Camden, South Carolina. Forwards a handwritten account of a reception at Trenton in 1789 and a song \"Ode, Song at Trenton\" by an 84 year old woman who claims to have been an acquaintance of Washington. She also sends a donation.   ER-3, p. 202 and 204\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Greenwich. Answering a letter on behalf of her mother, Mary B. Gibbs, an abolitionist whose house was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Says her mother does not sympathize with cause of Mount Vernon, and she will remain focused on the abolition of slavery. Declines appointment as Lady Manager. ER-12, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Asks for copies of Constitution, return of Mrs. Otis' letter, and commends Mass. Managers. ER-12, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. in writing of Hamilton's secretary, E.J.M. Note of thanks to Walker for agreement to give four lectures on \"The Age We Live In\" for the MVLA.  Terms of the agreement made clear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Cinton. Buffalo. Feelings against any newspaper notices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $5000 from Miss Hamilton and paid off balance of bond for $41,666.67 due Feb 22, 1861, with interest. ER-21, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Discusses cost to pay off bond. ER-21, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid balance due on bond, payment being $3979.73. ER-21, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. The Magnetic Telegraph Company. Washington. Receipt of $5000 from Miss Hamilton and balance of bond and interest paid in full. ER-21, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Baltimore. Regent greatly pleased at the \"magnificent and successful ball in Boston\" for MV fund. Second draft letter on reverse addressed to \"Dear Sir.\" ER-11, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re illness of Regent's father, counsels with Dr. against her trip home.  Send $2500 to G.W. Riggs - results of N.Y. and Brooklyn lectures, contributions from Ledger readers and others - will speak 4 times in April in N.C.  Will stop in Washington for Miss Corcoran's wedding. ER-9, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. G.W. Riggs telegraphed 3rd completed installment with interest, due in 1861.  MV Record will publish payment.  $62,000 plus paid since Feb. 22.  Mass and Del VRs fear no more funds will be given. ER-16, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Payment in full of bond. ER-21, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Bill for chandeliers used at Association Ball in Dec.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Rate of payments to J.A. Washington faster than Miss H. dared to hope they could be.  Advises withholding last payment until there is also $50,000 invested.  Better to let public keep on working for purchase fund as restoration is imperative. ER-12, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mistakes in MV Record. ER-12, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $231 from Mrs. Ritchie. Also $22 and $150 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends a paper which she thinks will aid Mrs. C. in arousing surveyors' interest in Mount Vernon.  A surveyor has written 50 of these to surveyors in Georgia.  Suggests publishing same in newspapers. ER-17, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mass. asks that only certain names be printed in Record, rest placed in Archives' lists.  Returns Mrs. Otis' letter, supper costs at Ball took considerable out of profits.  Wants more Records for distribution. ER-12, p. 120\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges letters she dictated to Sec. M. M'Makin.  Pleased with another payment to J.A. Washington.  Asks what J.A.W. is doing about various affairs, plans to change Charter, letting Thornburn start restoration at MV.  Advises keeping considerable sum on hand but convertible at all times.  Cannot stop in Philadelphia on return from North Carolina. ER-9, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fund raising activities in Massachusetts. 12-146\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Cannot say what effect the actual possession of MV will have on public, to decrease or increase financial aid.  Some will give to Assn. but not to J.A. Washington. ER-11, p.50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sorry she is sick--has sent 100 Records and other things to California by steamer--sends \"Delaware State Journal\"--great call for July no. of Record necessitates their reprinting it; also the Aug. and Sept.--will go to [Mt. Vernon] on Monday to make some \"truthful sketches\" of the place. ER-D-38\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber. Reduced appropriation bill for $1000 for Mt. Vernon passed Senate--couldn't get $2000. ER-5, p. 1-L\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber. Appropriation bill in Committee of Conference now and is assured of passage. ER-5, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jackson. Did not try to hold a Feb. 22nd.  Individual efforts more successful because of rural propulaton.  Contributions and sales progressing.  Will send subscribers' names to be printed in MV Record. ER-14, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mendota. Re progress of state organization of Minn.  Sends copy of her Appeal which has been published in length and favorably noticed in most papers. ER-11, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has drawn on Mr. Parker of Boston for $4500. Mr. Washington now wants the notice to be given before payments. Advises making no more payments for a while, but invest some of money, so when purchase is completed association will have some money to improve the property. ER-21, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. President of steamboat company. The continuance of boat service.  States terms they had with J.A. Washington, including amount on hand due Assn and needed repairs on wharf. ER-3, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Harrisburg. Will vote for appropriation of $1000 for Mt. Vernon by state of Pa. ER-5, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber. Lets her know progress of appropriation bill--goes into a committee of Conference, and prospects for its adoption very good. ER-5, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Harrisburg. Agrees to work to get appropriation of $1000 House of Representatives. ER-5, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks when they will have possession of MV.  Interested in cleaning up place and gardening.  Encloses $121. ER-14, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Mr. McLane had appointed Mrs. Blanding whose work is most satisfactory--no better selection could be made. ER-8, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Philadelphia. Draft. Acknowledges again \"Israelites\" contributions to Mount Vernon purchase fund, corrects misunderstanding, urges them to further efforts.  Memos follow for same letter, gives list of names, cites work to be done in S.C. ER-11, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. Failure of House to vote an appropriation to Mt. Vernon fund. ER-5, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $250 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent is attempting difficult task of appointing a Vice Regent for each state.  Asks suggestions for Texas.  States qualifications desired for a Vice RegentR. ER-14, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She fell and hurt her foot, but will see APC today. ER-5, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Granville. Says people will not give a cent, but offer to pay a dollar to hear E. Everett. ER-12, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $150. ER-21, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Lodge, New York.Answer to MV Appeal; will present appeal to annual meeting in June. ER-12, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Christie Johnson on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Philadelphia. Expresses gratitude for hospitality shown to Mr. Devereux, the artist, during his visit to Mount Vernon and the gift of Washington papers (\"drafts of General Washington\") made to Ann Pamela Cunningham by  John Augustine Washington.  And requests information about contract and title of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4258, 5 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. More donors and amounts to be published in the Record.  Account of Miss Mary Halsey, a very efficient young helper, who recently died. ER-8, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mary McMakin for Ann Pamela Cunningham. Pleased that she has rec'd contributions from Texas and Nebraska.  Asks for suggestions for a VR-Tex.  Sends her more portraits for sale.  A receipt for $44 written by Ann Pamela Cunningham follows the letter. ER-14, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $60 from Mrs. Murat and $150 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Comments on Regent's efforts with Congress.  Approves MV Record's notice of Mrs. Otis, hopes the $140,000 may be raised.  Regrets Mrs. Ritchie's father's death withdraws her from public efforts.  Is selling MV canes, medals, pictures, but balks at acting as \"commission agent for cane factory.\" ER-12, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $321 from Mrs. Ritchie and $164 from Mrs. Morse--will follow her instructions if she should want to invest money for Association. ER-21, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft in the writing of Christie Johnson. Florida and Louisiana funds rec'd.  Asks various states advisability of retaining part of purchase fund for investment.  Determined with help of G.W. Riggs and legal advisers to demonstrate women's business ability.  Consults D.P. Brown on official procedure.  Treasurer to report to Regent, nature of permanent investments,purchased and held on her approval in names of Assn., funds payable on Regent's order.  Seeks safe investments. ER-11, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Resignation of Mrs. P.H. Dickinson as the North Carolina Vice-Regent.  Purchase of Mt. Vernon lacks only $41,666.66.  Asks Mrs. Morehead Walker to become N.C. Vice-Regent, that North Carolina might be spurred to participate in the final phases of purchasing Mt. Vernon. A-761\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. List of contributors to be published in the Record. ER-10, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Regent's appreciation of Connecticut's activities; comments on a man's offer to guide associaton; refers to Constitution and fact that she has best legal advice on important questions; no action re G.C. Thorburn can be taken until Grant Council meets; first outlays for repairs of the perishable, needs an architect for this; comments on J.A. Washington's cooperation but Regent's unwillingness to start repairs before Assn takes possession; Washington family alarmed at moving from MV before their new home is finished; re investments of funds and payments to J.A. Washington; (end of letter cut off). ER-4, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and handwritten copy. West Point, New York. 229 cadets of the Academy present $458 and will extend their interest in MV cause into their home communities.  Copy of this letter filed on same page with another letter, unsigned, dated West Point, April 19. ER-10, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Christie forwards copy of letter to Miss C. sent in error to Miss Hamilton--knows nothing of writer or Miss Watrous--usually a good rule that one offering herself for post of VR lacks delicacy and personal characteristics necessary for job. E-388\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Lancaster. Acknowledges her appointment as Lady Manager of Lancaster County. ER-5, p. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Manitowoc. Congratulates her on hers \u0026amp; Association's purchase of Mt. Vernon--hopes this will allay sectionalism--believes Masons in the state will donate large sum--portraits not arrived from Messrs. Devereaux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gratitude for Miss Hamilton's support fo Regent.  Mrs. Lyon writes as an agent of Mr. Bennett (photographer).  Mr. B. promised Regent only a percentage on pictures and Regent acknowledges receipt of money rec'd in MV Record.  Copy of Mrs. Gillett's letter was sent Mrs. Morse of New Orleans, Regent thought she could acquire information of Miss Watrous. ER-11, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $200 from Mrs. Fogg of Nashville--draft from Devereux. ER-21, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. N.C. lecture tour laborious but satisfactory; proceeds from 4 nights will be about $2800.  Goes to Brandon with Mr. Ritchie.  Newspaper clipping re \"Mr. Everett in Raleigh\" on same page. ER-9, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent notifies Mrs. Comegys that R.I. is \"neck and neck with Del.\"  Encourages Delaware to further efforts. ER-17, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Mrs. Anne J. Cox, Lady Manager of Adams Co., Ill., check for $200. ER-21, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lower Brandon. Reports success of southern lectures.  Returns to Boston but expects to be in Philadelphia in May.  Comments on the Vice Regent of Illinois and urges keeping out of \"slavery\" discussion. ER-9, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Keene, N.H. Mrs. Hale agrees they must continue making collections with object in view of restoring Mt. Vernon as it was in G.W.'s time, not just for purchase of land--doesn't think they can count on Congress for appropriation but thinks states should contribute. ER-5, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Is entertaining Eng. Statesman Cobden for next few days.  Wishes to borrow Memoir of Mr. Everett's Daughter. ER-13, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Draft to Messrs. Devereux for $626. Advises investment in sound stocks at low interest rate. safety is first consideration. Suggests state securities, some in Va. stocks and bonds. Henry W. Miller of Raleigh has been asked to deliver address for Association's benefit. Needs her sanction. ER-21, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Hopes to send G.W. Riggs $4,000 or $5,000 soon.  Benson Lossing asks for card of introduction to Regent.  A Publisher has asked him to write a book on Mount Vernon, wants engraving of Regent for it.  Has confidence in his taste, accuracy and patriotism; he is direct and thoroughly reliable.  Approves employing retired soldier for MV police duty.  Asks about congressional appropriation for restoration. ER-12, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy. Mount Vernon. In reply to Regent's inquiry states that in August 1850 he contracted with Washington and Alexandria Steamboat Co. for their exclusive privilege of landing passengers for one year, company to build wharf, Washington family and freight carried free, also made plank walk to house; 1851, renewed for 2 years, but J.A.W. received 1/2 gross proceeds on route; time extended without contract.  Gives further details of arrangements.  Rec'd $576.44 for Jan 14-June 19, 1858; $398.66 was for time from Apr. 6 on.  Planned to use money for house repairs, new wharf and road to Vault. ER-9, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. in writing of Washington. Probably first draft.  Recounts dealings with Washington and Alexandria Steamboat Co. since 1850; terms of contract, maintenance of wharf, and payments received.  Promised to send abstract of title to Mount Vernon and provides a summary of the document. RM-523, ER-4262, 4 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Terrebonne Parish. Sends list of subscribers and check for $48.00. ER-389\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of $1915.30 and receipt for $114.55 is for package of money from California. ER-21, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. He will make temporary investment of $5000 in Treasury notes, despite low interest rate. This will be available for necessities after payment for property. Stock of Farmers Bank of Va. And Central R.R. and Banking Co. of Georgia has no Savannah Bonds. Promoting Mr. Miller's address. ER-21, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Offers to furnish MVLA with E. Everett's Portrait for 40% discount on retail price, as their gift to MV. ER-13, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Received from Miss Mary Hamilton $5000. Returns to Washington next week. ER-21, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Sends in $44, recommends Mrs. George Mason for VR-Tex.  $20 subscriptions for MV Record.  Has not received portraits for sale. ER-14, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Send Mrs. Butler's $50 subscription to the Washington Monument--amount collected by Mrs. Wm. Thompson given to Mrs. M.'s son. ER-390\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Comegys. for statistics.  E. Everett to lecture 10 or 12th in Philadelphia.  Suggests an invitation for him in Wilmington. ER-17, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Will invest $5000 for Permanent Fund of the Association. Will purchase Va. State Bonds, $1000 received from Michigan. Will pay Mr. Washington as soon as funds come in. ER-21, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks him to make a final settlement with Miss Johnson's guardian, Mr. Stimpson, for her retirement as secretary. ER-1, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Montreal. Has received Regent's acknowledgement of contributions, but not Records with published list of names. ER-8, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Plans business call on Regent in Philadelphia.  Plans with Mr. Burke and Mr. Herbert for G.W. Riggs to make payment on last installment. ER-9, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Received $20 for subscriptions. Gratified at Masonic support. Miss Cunningham anxious to hear from Texas. ER-391\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Credited to Mount Vernon Association the $98 in checks she sent. ER-392\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice of receipt of $100 from Mrs. Murat and $98 from Mrs. Morse.  Expects to be in Philadelphia tomorrow. 21-239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest of Regent for payment of bill for the reprint of materials. ER-D-88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bellevue, Florida. Sends G.W. Riggs $160; will attempt a second Festival; will try to sell 12 copies of G/W portrait at a small profit; thinks Floridians interest has revived since Regent's last favorable statement. ER-4, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Changes in her list of Committee and Managers--will forward her Ladies' money as soon as received--Challons' picture of Edward Everett--money scarce in West.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Starts for Philadelphia.  Expects to hear of success of Mrs. Ritchie's tableaux in Richmond. ER-9, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Pleased she approves suggestion of Mrs. Eleanor Wallace Mason for Vice Regent for Texas.  Recommends Miss Ida Slocomb highly.  Received illuminated Coat of Arms, odd nos. of MV Record and 200 portraits of Washington for sale.  Sends $50 to Devereux.  Asks for 2 sets of Record, 2 cop. Farewell Address, illuminated. ER-14, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $420.  $20 sent for portraits.  Thinks she may have nearly $700 more to send. ER-8, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. On letterhead \"State of Pennsylvania Executive Chamber.\" Cannot attend Everett lecture but hopes for its great success. ER-13, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Delays his trip a day at her request.  Conference to be held with Regent, Edward Everett and J.A.W. present. ER-9, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends in lists, clipping enclosed declaring E. Everett and Miss M.M. Hamilton the \"most efficient promoters.\"  Problem of announcing purchasing fund completed, when restoration funds must be raised.  Mrs. Greenough at Naples.  VR-N.H. examines Mass.' plan, approves Mrs. Cutts' appeal. ER-12, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Check for portraits received. Wrote Mr. Washington about immediate payment of $5000. ER-21, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Sarah King Hall $1000. ER-21, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. by John Augustine Washington III in writing of a clerk or secretary, Burke and Herbert Bank. Will please pay to Burke \u0026amp; Herbert amt. $5000. ER-23, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re the 'sectional strife', Virginia's place in the statesmanship of the nation, Masonic contributions and enthusiastic approval of the MV cause. ER-10, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Miss Cunningham asks if she may have \"her guest\", E. Everett, for an hour's drive. ER-13, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid John A. Washington $5000 today. ER-21, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Send $5000 to Mr. Washington, payment on last bond. Check from Kentucky for $1268.80. ER-21, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Send paper prepared as a basis for an agreement in reference to the Record--Mr. Brown to help simplify the agreement. ER-D-73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regrets that engagements prevent his dining with her. ER-9, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Philadelphia. Opinion on proposed agreement with Messrs. Devereux. ER-3, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Has to write a \"Mount Vernon Paper\" instead of seeing her.  Urges she undertake S.C. trip only if Dr. Hodge agrees to it. ER-9, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Weathersfield. Reports details of state organization, is enthusiastically devoting most of her time to it.  Mrs. Cutts' Appeal republished in all counties. ER-11, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $30 dividends from Farmers Bank of Va. stock and $1 from John Rigney of Independent Plain in Washington Territory. ER-21, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Attempts to increase subscriptions through Masons, etc. with trifling results.  Will try for more from Harvard College, then call in books, send in Accts. and close subscription in Mass.  Is at end of her efforts.  Mr. Parker will forward funds to make Mass. contributions $20,000, a possible $1000 may follow. ER-12, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. letter addressed to E., probably Edward Everett. Dr. Ward's ans. rec'd.  Asks to take out expenses.  Opera to be given June 2nd \u0026amp; 3rd in Metropolitan Theater. Tickets $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends check for $102.55. Mrs. Hoyt has materially interfered in Association affairs, making Mount Vernon cause unpopular in places. Mr. Everett cannot come now.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. $1500 received from Mrs. Ritchie. Check for $2837.72 from Miss C. Will give Mr. Washington $5000 more on last bond. Has on hand $5839.20, advises investment of next $5000. She can use invested money at any time. ER-21, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 to Mr. Washington today. ER-21, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Received remittance. Miss Cunningham agrees names of Masonic ccontributors should be published in \"Masonic Registry\" for La. ER-393\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Apologises for writing Miss Johnson about a matter instead of her--he meant no offense. ER-D-32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Will visit Regent in Philadelphia on Association business. ER-12, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gives opinions on paints as she requested, J.A. Washington estimates repairs on house and grounds as $20,000 - need to enclose grounds; in restoration to G/W original state, suggests G.W. Riggs a business manager be asked to take charge, with Thornburn employed for grounds, and a master builder for house.  Question best time for taking possession, federal Gov't aid, adequate private protection.  Suggests problems connected with appointment of superintendent and labor employed; necessity for keeping \"sectional\" elements cut; advisability of settling all controversial questions in Grand Council; ceremonial if possession is taken on Feb. 22; declares he has discussed these questions with no one. ER-9, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. \"Strictly private.\" Wishes confidential talk with Mrs. Comegys before conference with Miss Hamilton, Miss Macalester and Mrs. C. re payments, calling Council and legal affairs.  Solicits Mr. Comegys' aid in legal affairs and as general counsel. ER-1, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $100 from Mm. Murat of Florida--also enclosures from Miss C., amounting to $1891.45--one check returned for endorsement. ER-21, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Draft. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham forced to dismiss Christie Johnson, secretary, yesterday.  Asks Miss Johnson's guardian to call on Regent. ER-16, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy. Returns to Miss Johnson the letter of resignation sent to Regent, as Regent had dismissed her and such a letter as this is not in order. ER-16, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Has examined documents through which John A. Washington came into Mount Vernon title.  Itemizes the papers needed for examination of title. ER-12, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baton Rouge. Portraits arrived, oval frames an improvement--gave one to Masons and other to hang in Chas. Hatton's home on display--Masons' individual subscriptions--can't obtain names of people in far-off parishes during convention--Lady Manager of West Baton Rouge--the Marstons a wealthy and influential family. ER-394\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Note. Philadelphia. Urges Mr. Comegys to accompany her on visit. ER-17, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy by Mary McMakin. \"Private.\" J.A. Washington permits Assn. to start repairs before taking possessions.  Adviory Committee meeting called.  Asks him to have master builder inspect Mount Vernon and report; to visit Miss Hamilton in New York before her unofficial visit to Mount Vernon, J.A. Washington invites Upton Herbert for August if he accept superintendency. ER-1, p. 129-131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Informs him that Miss Hamilton and Mr. Riggs will travel to Mount Vernon to inspect the Mansion and decide what repairs may be needed. RM-523, ER-4263, 3 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes further consultation with Mrs. C, Urges Mrs. C to confer with her husband on subjects discussed and give Regent the benefit. ER-17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received draft for $20 and $997.05 from her. Cannot accompany Miss Hamilton to Mount Vernon today. Hopes oration of Mr. Miller will bring in good sum. ER-21, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Galveston, TX. Doesn't know Mrs. Mason's reply to Miss Cunningham's letter offering her Vice-Regency for Texas but thinks she has declined. ER-395\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ridgeway. Accepts appointment as Lady Manager for \"this county,\" but doesn't expect much success in raising funds. ER-5, p. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of a secretary. Philadelphia. Thinks public anticipates an announcement of payment of purchase installments in full before contract date for last one Feb. 22, 1862.  Reasons for deferring 4th payment: John A. Washington may then move out and Association  would have to assume expense of maintaining Mount Vernon.  Association must also consider public's interest in raising funds for restoration and repairs.  Suggests a general public campaign with time limit a national holiday for collecting money for last installment; same to be planned by Vice Regent in each state. ER-19, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia - copy of official letter from Regent \"Private.\" Plan to withhold 4th installment due Feb 22, 1862 which brings right to possession until sufficient funds accumulate to provide also for care and maintenance.  Urges July 4h to be used for focal date in securing funds for maintenance and repair. ER-1, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Repair on Mansion, employment of Upton Herbert as Supt., Mr. Riggs, Mr. Herbert, President of Steamboat Co. and Miss Hamilton make a hurried inspection of Mansion \u0026amp; outbuildings. p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Tribute to work of ladies for MV.  Decribes finding Timothy Dwight's Conquest of Canaan dedicated to G/W also a ms. autographed.  \"Prayers\", partly original, some copied, in G/W's handwriting--hopes it will be published soon. ER-13, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Riggs, Mr. Bryan (Pres. of steamboat co. and a master builder) and Miss H. visit Mount Vernon.  Missed J.A. Washington and wife.  With Upton Herbert, she surveys most needed repairs.  Estimate $2000 return from boats and $1000 needed for repairing wharf.  Old Tomb needs guarding, now a 'dreadful sight'.  Universal desire to have MVLA take possession soon.  Typewritten copy on p. 284. ER-12, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In the writing of a secretary, signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Philadelphia. Letter saying that the Mount Vernon Ladies Association had funds to make the final installment for the purchase of the estate which was not due until 22 Feb. 1862; however, they would use those funds to make needed restoration and maintenance.  Miss Cunningham feared donation would not continue if the sale was finalized so far ahead of schedule. RM-977, MS-5585. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets not seeing Mrs. Comegys again.  Object of assembling Vice Regents in evening was to ask their opinions as patriots only, but Edward Everett urges extreme caution in future plans.  John A. Washington's offer to start repairs before he leaves.  No hope of Association's possession before winter, some immediate repairs necessary.  Regent wished to style meeting \"extra Grand Council\", but advisers declared it must be an \"advisory Committee.\"  Subjects for discussion:  Possession of Mount Vernon Feb 1860; continuing Mount Vernon Record; repairs at Mount Vernon; the Vice Regent for New York, G.W. Riggs and master builder visit Mount Vernon.  Has lost her trained secretary.  Asks Mr. Comegys' advice on proceedings of evening assembly. ER-17, p. 52-53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Regrets Miss Sprigg's illness,, and disappointment that she will not be in the first Grand Council.  Refers to her own illness, her resignation, devotion to Mount Vernon and plan to arrange VRs letter sometime. ER-13, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $774.25 from Mrs. Ritchie. Must settle expenses of Mr. Miller's lecture here. ER-21, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Will try for County Balls, asks Regent to write Springfield mgr., reports on other parts of state, commends other VRs in New England, N.Y. and Ill., approves Mr. Jarvis' (Me.) practical ideas, especially re trees.  Regrets lack of patriotism in the country. ER-12, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Difficulties since secretary left; asks Mrs. Comegys to advise and assist her.  On reading report of Miss Hamilton's and G.W. Riggs' visit to Mount Vernon, finds repairs \"so much more extensive and imporant\" than she had expected, Regent is unwilling to act without concurrence of VRs. ER-17, p. 54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Extract from letter. Regent has received letter from G.W. Riggs concerning visit he made to Mount Vernon with Miss Hamilton.  She finds repairs needed so extensive she is unwilling to act without concurrence of VRs. ER-16, p. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copies of several letters between David Paul Brown, Christie Johnson, James Stimpson, and Ann Pamela Cunningham (through Mary McMakin). Most letters dated June 4, 1859. Concerns in part Miss Johnson's resignation as private secretary. MSS-681\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $795.41 from Pennsylvania. ER-21, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports results of Miss Hamilton's and G.W. Riggs' visit, quoting from Miss Hamilton's letter (ER 12, p. 281, June 1, 1859.) ER-17, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Proceeds from his lectures in N.C., $887.35. She wants to wind up her connection with Mount Vernon. Thanks him for his noble work in their behalf. ER-14, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Efforts to interest people in state in their cause. Will make a grand effort in the autumn at the Fair.  (Envelope dated June 8, 1859, addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $228.20 from Miss McWillie of Mississippi. Has not heard from Miss C. in relation to repairs at Mount Vernon. ER-21, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Private. Rec'd her report of meeting with extracts of letters from Miss Hamilton and G.W. Riggs, treasurer.  Wrote his opinion on questions at Regent's request; does not wish to \"intermeddle\" with Association management because his time is limited and he has unlimited confidence in Regent.  He favors no great demonstration when possession is taken. ER-9, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. \"Private, very, very.\" Recommends Miss Webber, Watertown, Mass., as a competent sec., stating her various qualifications and personal characteristics.  Reports results of her investigation on salaries paid women. ER-12, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Paul. Forwarded $70 to Mr. Everett for the Mount Vernon fund, being proceeds of St. Paul Mercantile Association which they wanted sent to Mr. Everett.  Sends $150 collected by Lady Managers.  Scarcity of money makes progress slow. ER-11, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to the Regent explaining her difficulties in raising money for Mount Vernon and in keeping ladies working for the cause in the proper spirit and for proper motives.  Praises Miss Cunningham's work. A-64\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $600 from Mrs. Greenough of Massachusetts. ER-21, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Commandant's Office, Navy Yard. Sends $242.37, collected from officers and others at station for purchase of MV. ER-3, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. G.H. Stewart writes that Miss Sprigg's illness forces her to decline honor of being VR for Md.  Miss Sprigg knew Washington in Philadelphia - now \"four score\". ER-13, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re settlement of Christie Johnson's claims for salary due her, sends copy of letter sent VRs for Conn. And N.Y. ER-17, p. 58\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent must return to Rosemont because of father's illness, regrets Mrs. C.'s inability to confer with her but will ask Mrs. Goodrich.  Asks Judge and Mrs. C.'s advice on reporting dismissal of Sec. Johnson to Grand Council and also of quickly settling her salary claims, latter plan also expressed at informal \"advisory committee\", and Col. Forney.  Cites points to be considered in settling this claim. ER-17, p. 56-57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Replies to Regent's request re amount of salary to pay Miss Johnson, suggesting $50.00 a month exclusive of expenses. ER-3, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pine Bluff. Reports progress.  Sends list of contributors, $544.20 collected and sent to G.W. Riggs. ER-14, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $500 from Maine and $200 from Georgia. Receipt of bar of gold from California. Since March 23, has received $28,125.18. Of this, has invested $5000 in Va. Bonds, $10,000 paid to Mr. Washington, several drafts to Mr. Devereux, and has $6000 on hand. Advises investing next $10,000. Repairs won't require much money at present. Mr. Herbert willing o take charge of repairs at Mount Vernon. If Miss C. approves, Riggs will fix a fair ccompensation for him. New wharf necessary now, would cost $2500-3000. Perhaps Mr. Washington would turn over to Associaiton the revenue from the boat, since they have paid him so much. ER-21, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Re claims for past salary made by Christie Johnson  Recommends $350 to $400 be paid, as men in similar positions receive $500 to $800 according to capabilities and labor.  Desirable to settle claim and all relationships promptly; states reasons for her opinion. ER-17, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Philadelphia. Draft copy in writing of a secretary. Re Miss Sprigg's inability to become Vice Regent for Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $5 from Lewis Cruger of this city, $150 from Minnesota. Respects her request that he keep employment of Mr. Herbert and workmen private. ER-21, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Conveys messge that Goodriches cannot meet with APC.  Say Mr. Goodrich leaves \"more allied to the great interest than ever.\" ER-D-66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Bar of gold from California valued at $3326.03. Her draft for $250 paid. ER-21, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Philadelphia. Re securing a private secretary, outlines personal characteristics, educational, social and secretarial requirements. ER-11, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland. Sends report of work in Rutland, Co., collection of $92.60. ER-11, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received $25, thinks all money she sent to Regent has been received.  Much complaint received because more lists have not been published. ER-17, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Replies to Regent's enquiries re compensations for secretary, \"$300 or $350…a fair and liberal salary… where board is paid.\"  New York pays $35 per month, 6 hrs. per day, for secretary Mrs. Montgomery.  Will write soon re survey of Mount Vernon land before next payment. ER-12, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Mason's refusal of Vice Regency of Pennsylvania noted and largely due to her youth (age 23).  Mention of desire to keep appointments of officers a-political. ER-396\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Union, Monroe County, Virginia. Congratulates Regent on success in purchase of MV.  Gives legal opinion on changes in Constitution and By-Laws. ER-3, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hagerstown. Proposition to make an engraved plate of MV, dedicated to MVLA, attend to extensive advertising of same and furnish to MVLA at half price, if Sec. will lend her name to advertising.  Thinks 100,000 engravings can be sold. ER-10, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Many of Mrs. Walton's friends regret her resignation.  Concern for her successor's success.  Regrets trouble with Miss Johnson. ER-14, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Mason has declined Vice Regency of Texas--he apologizes for tone of his last letter. ER-397\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent has stated advantages to Assn of deferring last payment, but is anxious to start repairs at MV as soon as possible to prevent further destruction which is apt to be rapid on buildings in such bad repair.  Regent asked John A. Washington if he would permit repairs in Aug. when his family is away; J.A.W. allows repairs on any outbuilding which will not inconvenience family, to provide a building for workmen.  To prevent changes from original MV J.A.W. names a reliable supervisor for work, who will be his guest, a great grandson of Sir William Fairfax (oldest daughter married Lawrence W.).  G.W. Riggs will go to MV with master builder, decide on most essential repairs with Mr. Herbert and workmen. ER-19, p. 59, 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Says she expects Mr. Towner of NH sends \"small pickings\" to Mt Vernon. 12-123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $505.35 from her. ER-21, p. 278\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $505.35 from Mrs. Morse. Looking for investments for Mount Vernon. Will arrange with Mr. Herbert to look after preservation of property and general interests of Mount Vernon. Wharf not safe. Advice on how to build a new wharf. Will talk to President of Steamship Co. about obligations under contract with Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Florida. Masons to have a big meeting and General Call to address them.  Sends $100 making state contributions  $2000. ER-4, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. July 4th plans for Mount Vernon fund. ER-8, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft for $295.00 from Mrs. Eve for Miss C.--sends sheet for Miss Nesbit to correct immediately--reprinting several numbers of the Record--very few Oct. nos. remaining--electrotyping. ER-D-30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy of letter from Johnson to Everett, June 21, 1859, and Everett to Johnson, June 23, 1859. Explanation to Everett of her dispute with the Regent and consequent resignation as Secretary.  Her desire to make a financial settlement with MVLA for her services. Everett's response regarding her situation and salary. MSS-682\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Calls on Charles Gould, New York, who recommends a secretary for Regent--agrees with Regent re Christie Johnson's salary.  Also on same letter, a note from Mrs. Mary Boott Goodrich, VR-Conn., to A.P.C. ER-4, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Recommends Miss Sarah C. Tracy for secretary to Regent. ER-4, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Hamilton's decision re salary due Christie Johnson about same as Mrs. Comegys'.  Through Rev. Dr. Boardman Regent is promised a secretary protem for summer. ER-17, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Asked about Mount Vernon survey because G.W. Riggs and Upton Herbert had forgotten it.  Sends newspaper clippings.  Wants to raise $100,000 beyond purchase fund.  Good fences and considerable repairs needed immediately.  Asks if Association gets Key to Bastille. ER-12, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Has about $5000 subject to draft at sight.  At Regent's and Mrs. Ritchie's request, he says Christie Johnson should be paid - suggests $700 and that Council establish salary for this position.  If Regent is censured in this salary question E.E. will take blame and \"make good\". ER-9, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy. Note that he has left it to Miss Cunningham to provide an answer to his letter concerning Miss Christie. MSS-683\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $333.65 from Mrs. Ritchie and $1500 from Mrs. Pendleton. Mr. Herbert to take charge of Mount Vernon on July 1. ER-21, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Delays in publication of \"The Record\". ER-D-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Mentions that Mr. Everett found a salary of $700-800 quite appropriate.  Insists she resigned and that Miss Cunningham did not dismiss her.  Denounces certain of Miss Cunningham's actions towards her. Says she her family and ancestors are as distinguished as Miss Cunningham's. MSS-687\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reply to letters re Christie Johnson's salary. Glad his estimate does not greatly exceed D.P. Brown's. Suggests resignation is always kinder than dismissal.  Advises relying on Mr. Rigg's judgment, if he thinks wharf should be repaired, estimate $3000. Though he \"recoils\" from such an outlay. ER-9, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Thinks County Balls may succeed, but people's interest lags.  Acknowledges Regent's Appeal, prints all articles rec'd adapted to Mass.  Writes more fully re Regent's request for recommendations of competent secretaries. ER-12, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends $30 for portraits, receipt for Messenger subscription.  Sends copy Mrs. Eve's subscription list, which Gov. Wise has.  Has Virginia list. ER-16, p. 262\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSome 70 subscribers sent by Regent, but no money received--68 new subscribers--cannot keep accounts straight when money isn't sent at same time as name of subscribers. ER-D-24\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Approves immediate repairs at Mount Vernon. Monetary trouble in West. Elderly gentleman, N.B. Brown of Manitowoc, is devoted to Mount Vernon cause. Requests Miss Cunningham to give him a place in her arrangements if possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $11 from S.W. Joyner of Weldon, N.C. Leaves for Newport, can't arrange for topographical survey now. Will talk to Mr. Herbert about it. Mr. H. to go down July 1 as Superintendent. Mr. Washington to assist him. Mr. Herbert to examine everything and see what requires repair. To repair outbuildings not used by Mr. Washington, \"being careful to restore them to their original condition, not in any way to alter or change them.\" He is to be present when visitors are there, to permit no damage, and the old tomb not to be touched. Erroneous report in New York paper announcing payment of $10,000. ER-21, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Regarding repairs to be made at Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends Cal. And N.H. lists to Devereux.  Will order dresses from Besson for her examination and offers further services. ER-13, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends her proof of the re-touched block of Mr. Everett--thinks it is a decided improvement--sent 100 of June No. to Miss Blanding by Express. ER-D-33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Clinton, Louisiana. Has no remittance as yet for Mt. Vernon fund--apathy in the parish is incredible--Odd Fellows to give $25 -  $30--has displayed framed G.W. portrait but none sold yet. ER-398\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ladies of Israel, Baltimore, send $100 for MV fund. ER-13, p. 40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Has been advised by friends not to try to collect any funds until after harvest time. Has appointed no Manager for Capitol, where Mrs. Hoyt has made the cause so unpopular. Hopes to overcome this influence  (Envelope dated July 8, 1859, addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that APC write to her (\"Am I not one of your priestesses\").  Says she will soon make her own donation. (4-65)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Gratified by report of Centreville. Collections for July 4 to be reported separately, as Regent wishes to make \"a payment\", with the 4th's collection, also wishes incidents or items of the day for MV Record. ER-17, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport, R.I. Has received check from Mrs. R. W. Johnson of Arkansas for $522.20/100. One from Mrs. Murat for $224.  Had $5000 temporarily invested for MVLA. (22-5)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Spearsville, Union Parish, Louisiana. Declines appointment as agent for Parish because of evident confusion--Mrs. Dillard of Farmerville has been given same appointment. ER-399\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt accepted V.-Regency for Missouri, then realized she would not be equal to exertions demanded--she holds official documents to hand over to anyone appointed or to return to Miss C.--St. Louis very wealthy, believes much could be done for Assoc. here if better organization of Assoc. made cause widely known. ER-5, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Murat's $12, portrait money, sent California and Virginia names are ready to send Regent for publication.  Questions credit given John A. Washington for allowing Mr. Herbert to superintend repairs, while John A. Washington retains possession of estate; reminds Regent what J.A.W. said re a new portico for $1000, rebuilding or replacing $1000, new road to Mansion.  Mr. Myers will confirm this.  Mount Vernon Record since \"unfortunate July no. has become a mighty lever.\"  Heard of difficulties re Christie Johnson. ER-16, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Mentions her fondness and respect for James Stimpson.  Sent Miss Cunningham's letter respecting her is far more mild than her public and private statements respecting Miss Johnson. MSS-685\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Difficulties of arousing interest in Mount Vernon on holidays.  Subscriptions now harder to get. ER-8, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asks her authority to have Mr. Herbert open up 4 vistas through grove between House and River which Washington tried to keep opened. ER-9, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Discusses funds raised for Mount Vernon by Mrs. Van Cortlandt and the Mount Vernon Record. Written on \"The Ladies Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" letterhead.  2019-A-026\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Referred his letter to Regent.  Upton H. Herbert of Fairfax has been appointed Superintendent; repairs to commence immediately under his direction. ER-16, p. 264\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Woburn, MA. Mrs. Everett's death, father and son to sail for Liverpool.  Pleased to find friendly relations between Regent and Mrs. Ritchie restored.  Few contributions of Ledger readers still come in. ER-9, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Re Miss Cunningham's illness. ER-14, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. List rec'd.  Announcement of payment of final installment in Washington papers is premature.  Tells VR-Me in strict confidence that final payment will be deferred until a fund for maintenance has been raised.  July 1st G. W. Riggs arranged for Supt. Herbert and workmen to begin repairs at MV.  Regent's father died July 7th.  Regent will be at Cape May during August and September. ER-19, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Red Mouth, Louisiana. Accepts appointment as agent of Mt. Vernon Association. ER-400\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Note of sympathy at time of death of Regent's father. ER-12, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check for MVLA for $102.13.  Debt of MVLA. Reduced by $10,000 move to $31,666.67.  Some withheld for necessary repairs on the Mount Vernon property. ER-22, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Morse $102.13.  Is unable presently to report on North Carolina contributions.  Regrets APC's loss, death of her father. ER-22, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Two letters, one a continuation of the other upon receiving a letter from Mary McMakin. Regarding the death of her father.  Sends lists to be printed in Record.  ER-3, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. On the death of Regent's father. ER-8, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge.Asks for aid in approaching the Jewish people in Boston.  Refers to a letter from Geneva by Mrs. Greenough published in Boston Courier, two weeks ago. ER-12, p. 288\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on successful fundraising but wishes other states would do more. Mentions the death of Miss Cunningham's father the week prior. Miss Cunningham is going to Cape May to recover from her grief and hopes to see Mrs. Comegys during her stay there.. ER-17, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Farmerville, Union Parish, Louisiana. Received appointment as agent a few days ago--remits $50. and list of subscribers. E-401\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Fogg $200, for State of Tennessee.  From California $2396.88, from Vermont $350.35. Riggs also paid to Mr. Washington $5000 on July 16. ER-22, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Glengarry, Torrisdale. Miss Cunningham's bereavement. 4th of July celebrations in Pennsylvania. ER-5, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Florida. Acknowledges recipt of letter re arrangements with J.A. Washington.  Reports slight progress, funds from Masonic meeting, subscriptions. Sent draft for $224 to G.W. Riggs, funds from sale of GW portraits small. ER-4, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Burlington. Death of Regent's father.  Mr. Everett's eyes compel him to lessen correspondence. ER-9, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Houme, Louisiana. Wants to know prices portraits sell for--send portraits by Messrs. Bull, Ellis \u0026amp; Co. ER-402\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Has sent to APC newspaper clipping from La. paper relating to Mt. Vernon preservation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ion, Louisiana. [Mistakenly addressed to Mr. M.E. Morse, Vice President of the Ladies Mt. Vernon Association]  Letter tendering her agency of Mt. Vernon Association arrived too late for her to appoint agents in districts to procure subscriptions on the 4th--sends draft for amount collected and has about $40 more subscribed.  Subscription list enclosed for Parish of Morehouse. ER-403\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Normandie. Miss Reyburn refuses vice-regency for Missouri but offers to help Mrs. Hunt if she will accept position--Mrs. H. accepts Vice-Regency.  (enclosed in letter of Aug. 4, 1859, Miss Reyburn to Ann Pamela Cunningham). ER-5, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Vermont will soon have $1000; delighted with portraits to sell.  (Part of letter written by daughter). ER-11, p. 230\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland. Re Regent's father death and declining health of her own father. ER-11, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Could not get any interest in July 4 plans.  Will send in $2000 in about 10 days.  Reports Mrs. Everett's death. ER-12, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Hebrew ladies of Baltimore give $100. ER-13, p. 40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile copy. RM-328, ER-3208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Forwards a letter to her from D.M. Higgins of Poolesville, MD. (A.L.S. enclosed) requesting 5 Washington portraits. 22-13 and 22-15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs funds on hand, and gives Regent an accounting with list of subscribers for Record. ER-14, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ellicottville, NY. Meets opposition, now the \"purchase money is raised, what more do you want?\"  Suggests that a national celebration be proclaimed now purchase money has been paid.  Must find some new methods of raising funds for restoration. ER-12, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Miss McMakin checks for $892.80.  Reports on repair work and physical condition of Mount Vernon after Riggs and Mr. Herbert visited the Mansion. (22-17, 22-19)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Dickinson $1834.03. ER-22, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter written for Ann Pamela Cunningham. Regent pleased with interest in restoration shown by Mssrs. Herbert, J.A. Washington and Riggs.  Advises opening old road, will submit wharf plans to VRs.  First wants to restore estate to its former state, later may undertake improvements and adornments.  Re expense of needed repairs in relation to income, $2000 from boat.  Does not want responsibility of clearing vistas now.  Since J.A.W. says present piazza differs from Washington's, advises waiting; only necessary repairs now.  Advises VRs concentrate on work on the wall, outhouses, etc. ER-1, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atheneum, Washington Square. Realizes he should have rendered account of Portrait moneys but urgency of other duties prevented his finishing it--hopes to have it finished soon--recognizes as a temporary necessity her monthly subsidies to defray their expenses in publishing Record, but are anxious to make a force in the cause and a source of profit--feels it is to advantage of Association to render them further aid in this critical time--absolutely necessary to reprint back numbers, and have Vol. I bound up--plans to embellish it with elegant view of Mt. Vernon in colors--Everett portraits nearly ready--hope to be able to reimburse society soon for aid furnished--wishes her to let them have $240 as well as an advance on the August number. ER-D-69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. (ER-D-124) and draft (ER-D-123) in writing of Mary McMakin or other secretary. The $380 Mr. Devereux borrowed last Dec. from Mr. Mitchell to meet expenses has not been repaid. Miss Cunningham feels obligated to pay it and deduct it from what will be due on August number.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Franklin Parish, Boeuf Prairie, Louisiana. Encloses $110 for fund. ER-404\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $2500 from Mrs. Greenough, Vice Regent of Mass. ER-22, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Liverpool. Sends stationery Regent wished. ER-12, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mendota. Re progress of Mount Vernon work in state, scarcity of money in state, have collected $220; appeal published widely in state, St. Paul has done little, thinks a more vigorous person should be appointed to succeed her, adds $30 collected in her village. ER-11, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Sends $26.50 to Mr. Riggs. Proceeds from Mr. Miller's lecture at St. Mary's School, Raleigh. ER-14, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete A.L. His brother has Portrait account in hand--dearth of orders and money makes it difficult for them to manage--her refusal to pay the $240 for Oct. number has crippled them--asks her to reconsider paying money for reprint of Oct. number. ER-D-115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $100.  Her own work lags because of her brother's death. ER-8, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notified APC of receipt of $26.50 from P. Dickinson, Esq. of Wilmington, Delaware for a lecture delivered for the benefit of the MVLA at St. Mary Hall in Raleigh. ER-12, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Sends $49.  Visited MV last Feb. 22.  Was at MV years ago but never dreamed of \"such ruin and decay as met us at every point.\" ER-12, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage, Allegany County, Maryland. Asks for personal interview if Miss Cunningham thinks favorably of her recommendations by Mr. Gould, for position of Assistant Secretary of MVLA. ER-15, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Encloses Mrs. Hunt's acceptance of Vice-Regency for Missouri--will help Mrs. H. to best of her ability if Miss C. can get no one else to fill position. ER-5, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Burlington. Approves of her intended visit to Cape May.  Defers European sailing to Sept. to take part in dedication of Webster statue.  Pleased with Mrs. Ritchie's and Regent's Philadelphia meeting.  Will remit all funds to Mr. Riggs before leaving, including $320 from Masonic lodges. ER-9, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sends condolences for her father's death. Updates on fundraising. ER-10, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Recently written to 19 counties not addressed before and has 16 more.  Will apply to every school in Tenn. Before Sept. 20. (Part of letter missing.) ER-10, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Capt. Drayton delivers Regent's letter.  Ill health and duties prevent her accepting VR for Pa. but her interest in MV is continuous.  Hopes she may find as efficient a VR for Pa. as M.M. Hamilton is in N.Y. ER-13, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Angeline Schuyler sends $1107.28 from Jersey City - collected through her efficient methods in seven weeks. ER-8, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent's poor health delays her action in selecting a new secretary.  Pleased that Supt. Herbert is so interested in the repairs. ER-16, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Miss Catherine Dougherty $20 and a list of contributors.  Two contributors desire a portrait of George Washington. ER-22, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Grateful for sympathy. Miss Cunningham is resting from active duties for a time.  Re lists for Record, sketch of work of states first enlisting in Mount Vernon \"cause\", asks for returns on H.W. Miller's lectures, comments on appointment of Vice Regent for North Carolina.  Miss Cunningham finds duties extremely arduous. ER-14, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy in writing of Mary McMakin. Re cleaning out undergrowth.  Asks for monthly report on workmen, and work at Tomb.  Becomes wary of speculators and patrotic offers.  Asks his opinion on new proposition for travel by road and the toll involved. ER-11, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of Mary McMakin. Acknowledges remittance.  Regent ill but begs Mrs. Sibley not to resign at present as difficulties can be adjusted.  Keeping contributors' names for Archives.  Problems of receipts from lecture, credit given contributors and membership in Association. ER-11, p. 60-61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to Mr. Devereux' \"mysterious disappearance\".  Has any quantity of lists ready for him.  Has not seen July MV Record.  Has L.L. Macalester's papers locked up.  Reports Henry Gilpin's serious illness and Richard Rush's death. ER-13, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Gives her information on rooms at Cape May for the summer (Envelope addressed to Alexandria, Virginia).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typed transcription. Mount Vernon. Labor now employed - 7 carpenters, 2 brick-layers, 3 laborers.  Work on seed houses, west end flower garden, wall with paling restored after Washington's plan.  Cites Lossing's account in Harper's magazine.  Wall connecting seed house and greenhouse repaired, seed house west end vegetable garden and outhouse at east end repaired and wall connecting two.  Laborers have traced out old walls and cleaned them.  Will give his opinion on Messrs. Tuthill and Co., later. ER-3, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $100 on account of percent of sales of their Mount Vernon fine cut chewing tobacco. ER-12, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Otis' returns on Ball, $6000--WISHES Report printed in Record.  Re Regent's inquiries re a new sec., and women's salaries.  $600 is highest paid in Boston private schools; exception Agassiz pays $800.  Will take short vacation, had none in 1yr., 3 mos. since taking up MV work. ER-12, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Will give Mrs. Hunt's history in detail after talking to her again--hopes for Mt. Vernon depend largely on this city--large French population, \u0026amp; Mrs. Hunt has influence here \u0026amp; in all other groups--members of the old organization here were unsuccessful, but sanguine in hopes for new group. ER-5, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Thanks McMakin for correcting her \"erroneous\" impression re Southern Matron.  Refers to position she considers as \"Private Sec. to the Regent.\"  Hopes for interview with Regent at Cape May about Sept. 1. ER-15, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. McMakin writing on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Requests information on the harpsichord to be donated to Mount Vernon by Mrs. Lee. RM-523, ER-4264, 2 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport. Received $741.97 from her district. New York State has contributed $35,000.  Purchase money ($200,000) raised in about 1 1/2 yrs.  Regent withheld last payment so as to have money for most of necessary repairs, cleaning up paths, Tomb, etc. ER-12, p. 290\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. On behalf of Miss Cunningham. ER-16, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, N.J.On behalf of Miss Cunningham. Quotes a newspaper article re a Ball to be given for the MV Fund in N.J. at $5.00 a couple.  Asks for accurate information for MV Record. ER-16, p. 8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thanking him for \"handsome contribution\" of Society of Cincinnati.  Asks for list of members for the Mount Vernon Archives. ER-16, p. 6\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft or copy. Re a lost report, has only newspaper accounts of sum raised at Ball. ER-12, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check from Miss McMakin of J.L. Donaldson for $250.  Receipt of $63 from Mrs. Murat (Tallahassee, Fla), $1 from Christopher Caumack (Wash, D.C.) and a contribution from John J. Beall of the Georgetown (D.C.) Mason's Lodge #5. ER-22, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. The [Express ?] has stopped running to Cape Island--how shall he send her letters and papers? ER-D-100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Has started work on \"large octavo\" giving NY's record, to be placed with similar volumes from other states in MV archives.  Suggestions re funds for restoration.  Asks to have subscription books returned. ER-12, p. 293\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Acknowledges Mrs. Comegys's letter of condolence on death of Regent's father.  Vice Regent of Missouri appointed, Mrs. W.P. Hunt of Saint Louis, gives method of choosing her, and some of her activities and characteristics.  Through Mrs. Goodrich, Miss Tracy of Troy, N.Y. is recommended to Regent as secretary. ER-17, p. 64\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge, Private. Re Mrs. Otis' lost report on Boston Ball. ER-12, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Provides requested information on harpsichord presented to Mount Vernon Ladies' Association by Mrs. Lee. ER-4265, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent asks Vice Regents for population in their respective states, so she may apportion the quota of funds each state is expected to raise. ER-16, p. 10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. History of Mrs. Ann Lucas Hunt, VR for Missouri, and of her family--French origin--when this is published send copies to some members of the family.  ER-5, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Compelled to give up European voyage.  Mrs. Eve tells him Regent does not wish to take possession of Mount Vernon for a year or two.  Asks about remitting further contributions.  Glad she has the Vice Regent of Missouri satisfactorily arranged, and prospect of  new sec. ER-9, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft signed. Received his letter with account against Regent for $600 in behalf of former secretary Miss Johnson. Regent unable to attend to duties temporarily from reasons of health. He must be ignorant of contract between his ward and Miss. Cunningham. Explains circumstances of contract and Miss Johnson's resignation. ER-11, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Regent requests him to forward funds on hand in Mass. To be used on installment of purchase price to be paid John A. Washington. ER-16, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Acknowledges receipt of Mount Vernon Record handsomely bound.  $1200 as 4th of July offering not noted.  Readers of Record are offended at omission of Tennessee's contributions.  Sends him list of subscribers to publish promptly and send her 18 copies. Only half of Tennesee has been canvassed. Success of future work depends on prompt publication of Tennessee report.  Will retain money now until lists sent in are published. ER-10, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Expresses sympathy on hearing of death of Regent's father.  Sends $20 for GW portraits. ER-16, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Declares her loyalty to Regent reports raising $5500; rejoices that she, a Massachusetts woman, has raised as much as this in Conn. ER-4, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Near Washington, D.C. Wishes his letter of February 1859 to be \"destroyed\" and this letter to take its place. Offers his services and/or employment to the MVLA to help with restoration of Mount Vernon. Wants to make it his life's work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $372.06, has $7325.89 on hand. Suggests paying $5000 on last bond. Nine hundred spent on repairs. Outhouses, garden walls, etc. very dilapidated. Cannot get estimate on repairs. Mr. Herbert repairing garden walls now. ER-22, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Acknowledges her letters re \"Carnival\" for Mount Vernon fund.  Plan for paying last installment appeared in June Report and was approved by Vice Regents.  In new Appeal, wishes to announce all but few thousand paid, and ask public for remaining sum.  Wishes to call in all sums in officers' hands.  Asks for $1100 now in New York State fund. ER-16, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Poor monetary condition of the state. Thinks if Everett would come west to lecture, people would pay to hear him even in hard times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Has not reported for several months, but has collected $300 since May, which she will send to Mr. Riggs.  Will soon go to Jackson where she will make a last effort for a grand demonstrations. ER-14, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"Private and confidential.\" Requests that she consider their mutual kinsman, Bushrod W. Herbert, whose poor health dictates travel, to act as our agent to solicit contributions for the Association during his journeyings. ER-4263, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Walnut Farm, Jefferson County, VA. \"Private and confidential.\" Identical to previous letter concerning kinsman Bushrod Herbert soliciting for funds for the MVLA. John Augustine Washington III kinsman, Bushrod W. Herbert, intends to travel about some to regain waning health and would like to have Regent give him power to solicit funds for Mount Vernon.  ER-9, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Tracy, \"my successor\", not yet arrived.  Regent wants to take possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, but wants an investment in advance that will  yield $6000 per annum.  Is preparing to make an Appeal to pubic this fall.  Amount for purchase and repairs now raised.  Cites parts of country from which more money is expected. ER-16, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent received remittance and list of names.  Enough lists in publisher's hands for two or three numbers of Record. ER-16, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Kept no copy of letter regarding Mrs. Hunt's anticedants--will be difficult to collect all the facts about her again--every spare minute spent on Mount Vernon work--comparative failure of first organizaton--preparations for a Fair on Dec. 12--much of work falls on her shoulders--wants some mosses \u0026amp; autumn leaves from Mt. Vernon to be used in making objects for sale at Fair -- are any Washington autographs available to sell?--wants a dozen photographs of Mt. Vernon for her sister-in-law to arrannge with mosses and autumn leaves for sale at Fair--cannot use Mrs. Hamilton's offices and arrangemens for Association in St. Louis. ER-5, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re lists of contibutors and other paper for Record, also mail that she fears did not reach Regent. ER-13, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. States that the work of The Association is accomplished through the \"voluntary self consecration of the women of our land,\" and therefore  paid agents have been employed to collect funds.  For this reason, she must refuse the request of Bushrod W. Herbert for such employment. ER-4267, p. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pine Bluff, Arkansas.Sends list of Lady Managers appointed and draft for $271.00. ER-14, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Neglects almost everything to prepare Webster Eulogy for the 17th.  Writes articles for new edition of Edinburgh encyclopedia on George Washington.  Sends also (not here) a detailed statement of Mount Vernon fund he has raised.  If $100,000 can be raised for repairs and restoration he advises taking over Mount Vernon in February.  Suggests considering federal Government aid. ER-9, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses list (no longer with letter) which she hopes to increase. Has done \"work for the cause\" while in this country.  Says a Mr. Parker is to soon send $500, when that sum is reached.  \"Miss Clapp's salary is irrespective of hoard.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Acknowledges Regent's assurances that Tennessee's $4000 shall be published in Record. Will render soon an exact account of contributions and expenditures. Redoubles effort to raise $8000 or $10,000 when she expects to stop.  Has received paper for flowers and will send receipts from Fair promptly, also send her Reports to Devereux and Co. ER-10, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. On this day has paid last of debt of \"the Mt.Vernon Ladies' Association to Mr. Washington ten thousand dollars ($10,000).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Miss Hamilton of $5000 and has paid $10000 to Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham sends hair cut from her head \"ten years hence\". ER-17, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. In writing of Sarah Tracy, signed by APC. With original envelope. Thanks Mrs. Lewis for the gift of Nelly Custis's harpsichord. ER-3351, RM-418\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received his letter and check for $312.50 collected by Mrs. Morse from La. ER-405\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. APC finds it necessary to make an appeal to the public for \"the large amount now required to make it safe for the association to take possession of the estate.\"  Wishes Riggs not to make another payment to Mr. Washington until APC hears from him. ER-23, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. To forward copy of the account of the MVLA to APC . Also receipt of $312.50 from Mrs. Morse of Louisiana noted. ER-22, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tunkhannock, PA. Encloses $10 from Wyoming County -- very little success in collecting for the association. ER-5, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Revised account of background and family of Anne Lucas Hunt, VR of Missouri -- portrait of Washington and Mt. Vernon sold. ER-5, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Selins Grove. Snyder County is backward--not one in six persons knows anything about Mt. Vernon -- only $5 collected. ER-5, p. 6\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of check from APC for $100 \"secured from the dead letters office.\" ER-22, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks Miss Hamilton to send Mrs. Chase and Miss Ogen copies of an article of Mount Vernon in the morning \"Press\". ER-16, p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends a piece from newspaper which Miss Cunningham wants to be published in other newspapers throughout country. Article deals with subjects which will prepare public for her next appeal for money. ER-406\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Examines plans and estimates for wharves, recommends pile wharf, sketch 2, with modifications, to parallel threat of stream, estimate $2800.  Recommends shed roof over part, no ornamentation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree handwritten copies of Meigs' letter to Miss Cunningham regarding the wharf repairs. ER-3, p. 183; ER-11, p. 91; ER-17, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReprint drawing \"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream\" showing design and repairs of the wharf at Mount Vernon. Adhered to cardstock paper with a news clipping appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham on the reverse dated December 9, 1859. Brief note concerning the recommendation for the wharf also enclosed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. ER-22, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Total or part of Mount Vernon fund can be forwarded on day's notice at Regent's request - is meanwhile on interest in bank.  Has had invitation from the West thinking he was to be in Nashville the 10th. ER-9, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of the future of Mount Vernon.   Is getting the support of Free Soilers (not Abolitionists) behind her, because of political situation.  Mentions that Miss Wilson may not be the wisest choice for V-R of New Hampshire. ER-12, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check from \"L. Haven, Esqr. Treas. Of Vice Regent of Maine's\" for $2000 for MVLA. ER-22, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Gov. Reid of the Cincinnati Society of South Carolina $315.07 for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. $60 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Announces receipt from Charles J. Helm, US Consul General in Havana, of $145.25 for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of Sarah Tracy, signed by Miss Cunningham. Philadelphia. Encloses checks to Riggs.  Pennsylvania - on Girard Bank (Phila) $2250.97, Arkansas on Bank of Wilmington  $271.00, total of $2821.97. ER-23, p.-127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Desire of APC to place in next Record a reference to Mr. Washington's contribution to the MVLA.  Wants Riggs to notify her of exact size of the gift that it can be acknowledged through the Record. ER-23, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Check on Manhattan Bank (N.Y.) for $298 \u0026amp; $2 in gold as contribution to the MVLA from Tennessee. ER-23, p. 130\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typed transcript. Mount Vernon. Visitors to MV and dates - Fire companies of Philadelphia and Washington on boats \"America\" and \"Franklin,\" also Association of printers.  Engineer has located 2 roads with easy grades.  Buying pickets for fence.  J.A. Washington says there is not enough water to cover 5 acres for a lake.  Asks for another copy of plan of wall and fence. ER-3, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Contributions collected by Consul General at Havana on 4th of July. Is making her a copy of his account from the beginning. ER-22, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received check for $60. ER-22, p. 52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Cannot tell precisely what Mr. Washington's gift amounts to, but appears, according to the President of the Steamboat Co. to be $1228.25. ER-22, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Isaac Morse of Lousiana of $60. ER-22, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Point Coupee. Encloses $90.50 from Pointe Coupee Parish. ER-407\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Mr. Fogg of Tennessee of $300.10 for the MVLA reported to APC. ER-22, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington, N.C. Sends check for $57.71, from Henry W. Miller's lecture in Henderson County. ER-23, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send checks for portraits payable to Miss Cunningham's order instead of Mr. Devereux. Miss Cunningham to offer Vice Regent of Texas to Mrs. Mason although she is much younger than other Vice Regent's. This winter's work important to get funds for income and repair of Mount Vernon before taking possession. ER-408\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Gives up her office as \"Asst. Sec.\" because of moving to Washington.  Describes visit to MV.  Returns all of Regent's papers and thanks her for many kindnesses. ER-13, p. 158-159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends to Riggs $339.64 to credit to MVLA. ER-23, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regarding fundraising. ER-14, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sends clippings on MV in Boston Transcript. ER-12, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Statement of account with Mount Vernon Association. Received $207,586.52; spent $206,968.13. Has since received more funds and will pay another $5000 to Mr. Washington when she advises it. Has on hand $10,000 in Treasury notes, $10,000 in Va. Bonds, 13 shares stock in Central R.R. and Banking Co. of Georgia and 4 shares stock in Farmer's Bank of Virginia. Has made statement as explicit as possible. ER-22, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. To Riggs for credit of MVLA a check for $26.50. ER- 23, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Advises against republication of article--much prejudice to overcome in city--reports that Mt. Vernon will be turned over to state of Virginia after purchase--should Fair be put off until May? ER-5, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Sent Mr. Riggs today $1175 collected by 2 agents at State Fair which makes $1500 sent in 12 days.  Asks Regent to tell John Augustine Washington some VRs are indignant at visitors cutting Tomb shrubbery for walking sticks.  New York adopts her Essentials of Science.  Commends Miss Lerned's Gen. Washington and his Baptism.  Pleased with Harper's May article on MV. ER-10, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. St. Joseph, Louisiana. Enclosed $5 as contribution to Mount Vernon from 3 little sons of Judge Farrar. Asks Mr. Grisham to give the money to Mrs. Morse. ER-409\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt from Mrs. McWillie of draft for $339.64 for the MVLA.  Asks APC's permission to pay Mr. Washington the next payment due. ER-21, p. -61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Two checks totaling $1175 to Riggs, one for $600, one for $575. ER-23, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCitizens Bank of Louisiana. Check on Bank of America for the MVLA for $50 from Louisiana. ER-23, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending to Mrs. Morse by express 25 copies of the Washington picture and 50 of the Everett picture. ER-410\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint letter signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham.  Regent calls a \"meeting of the Grand Council\", as is her duty according to the Constitution and bylaws Dec. 31, 1859 in Washington City. ER-17, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Riggs is in N.Y. City--receipt of checks for $600 and $575 from Mrs. Fogg. ER-21, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Received Miss Tracy's letter.  William Pearce, nephew of George Washington's overseer 1793-98 offers to sell to MVLA, price not named, 120 letters, about 500 pages in Washington's handwriting.  Suggests buying if they can be had for $1000. ER-9, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Salem, Michigan. Announces that several cities have asked him to speak for the benefit of the \"Mt. Vernon Fund.\"  1st lecture to be at Salina [Michigan?] 15 Nov 1859.  Feels sure he can succeed in raising money for the MVLA with the support of the Regent.  Feels in the winter he can \"nett\" $10,000 to $20,000 for the MVLA.  List of references supplied.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $50 from Margaretta Morse of Louisiana for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Acknowledges on G.W. Riggs' behalf, check for $50. from Margaretta Morse. ER-411\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Rejoices the West is contributing.  Suggests article in Constitution providing for \"vote by proxy.\" ER-4, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Oswego. Reason for delays in MV contributions due to local needs.  Collected 35 cents on Feb. 22.  City has suffered greatly from financial depression.  Sends $24.35. ER-12, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Encloses check for $300 on the Southtrack Bank for the MVLA--collected by Mrs. Comegys. ER-23, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends to him the following checks:  Indiana- check for $600.00; Kentucky - check for $488.50, check for $139.30; Rhode Island - check for $272.00; Iowa - check for $57.55; Total $1557.35.  [card 2] US Army - New Mexico - Fort Defiance - check for $55.00, Fort Defiance check for $111.50; Washington Territory - Ft. Vancouver - check for $68.00, cash $1.00; Texas - Ft. Bliss - check for $9.50; total $1802.35 [add]. ER-23, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Three copies of a letter from Ann Pamela Cunningham to each Vice Regent of the MVLA, November 19 1859. Discusses urgent repairs needed to the wharf and requests approval or disapproval of the plans for improvement. ER-17, p. 68; ER-11, p. 92-93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. \"Strictly Private and Confidential.\"  Letter covers the question of calling a Council meeting, which the Regent feels is necessary. RM-181, ER-2552. 3 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. [Strictly private \u0026amp; confidential, similar to letters sent other Vice Regents]  Concerns the Association's Constitution, fundraising within states, and whether or not to call a Grand Council meeting. ER-17, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. [(Strictly private \u0026amp; confidential). Similar letter sent to all Vice Regents.  Encloses citation for council, as constitution requires, but thinks there is no need for one this year and desires VR's not to comply with citation. Public shouldn't know about this  (cover included). ER-412\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Strictly private and confidential. Constitution's provisions for raising funds, calling Annual meetings and nature of Grand Council.  Reason for a call for a meeting, and since funds are still being raised, wisdom of having VRs not respond to call. ER-19, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary, signed by APC. See 1859, Nov 19, Ann Pamela Cunningham to a Vice-Regent re: wharf. ER-19, p. 65 19-65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Riggs for the financial report.  Wishes to pay Washington another $10,000 before she starts public appeal for funds.  Encloses checks for $1802.35.  Soon expects an additional $1600 to arrive. ER-23, p. 14123-141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. \"I have on this day paid on account of the last bond of the Mt. Vernon Ladies Association to Mr. Washington Five Thousand Dollars ($5000).\" ER-22, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $300 from J.P. Wild. Also, discusses payments to JAW. ER-22, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Has received plan of Mount Vernon wharf and explanation by Capt. Meigs, USA, which she thinks admirable. ER-13, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent asks Miss Hamilton to send her copy of a letter from John A. Washington, in which he says there are no debts or liabilities upon the Estate, same to be used to contradict statements being widely circulated that such exist. ER-16, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends her clipping from morning paper stating John Augustine Washington owes five hundred thousand dollars and the MVLA was swindled out of their money. Her father wrote to the paper to correct the account. ER-13, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lauderdale. Enclosed is $20.  check--lists subscribers. ER-413\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mobile. Response to her 4th of July appeal was great, people gave $800 which she forwards to Riggs and asks that he announce this fact publicly. ER-23, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Wants Mr. Riggs to provide her (APC) with the facts stating that Mr. Washington has not, in fact, sold Mount Vernon out from under the MVLA.  This rumor could kill the MVLA, unless stifled. ER-23, p. 146\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Writes to deplore insulting rumors about Washington's motives in selling Mount Vernon and to speculate on what action might be taken to counter act them. RM-523, ER-4267, 4 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Difficulties in complying with Miss Cunningham's request for Lady Managers' reports.  Asks how to send money.  Commends the Record. ER-14, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re letters and articles from John A. Washington.  Asks prospects of taking possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, re improvements under Upton Herbert in process.  Still receives a little money; disappointed in Masons.  Returns opinions of Mr. Ruggles for Regent to submit to her legal advisor. ER-12, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Private. Says this false report of sale of Mount Vernon to other than the MVLA stems from Chicago (he believes) where Mr. Washington bought land - says not the slightest foundation to the story.  For APC's satisfaction, however, Mr. Riggs has contacted friends in Alexandria as to the validity of the matter. ER-22, p.-71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Private. Satisfies APC that talks of the sale of Mount Vernon are false.  His friends in Alexandria state that Mr. Washington has been involved in \"no judgements on land.\"  Tells her his confidents are Mr. Washington's bankers. ER-22, p. 73-73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. As counsel for J.A Washington did not search Fairfax Co. records for liens on MV but has written clerk for authentic information on this question. ER-3, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re title to Mount Vernon.  Regent has not yet complied with John Augustine Washington's request to have the Association's lawyer examine Mount Vernon title thoroughly.  The press is bringing up the question unfavorably. ER-9, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Boston. Violent attacks on both of them by the Press. Attempts to discredit \"Mt. Vernon Papers\", written for the Ledger. For this reason he hesitated to accept Bonner's offer of $10,000 to write articles for fear of injuring interests. Offers to write more articles for Ledger but will not contribute money to Mount Vernon fund, because he needs money to supplement greatly reduced income. ER-511, PS-534\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Annapolis. Suggests several Maryland women to add to the cause. ER 3-218\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fairfax Co. Court House. Moss informs Burke that Mr. John Washington holds title for Mt. Vernon and the story he had sold it is wholly false.  If the MVLA desires it, Moss will furnish absolute proof of John A. Washington's title to Mt. Vernon. ER-23, p. 149-149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Conveys information of Alfred Moss to John W. Burke, that Mount Vernon is still in hands of Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Approves plan for pier, for no meeting of Council at present and for appointment of Sarah Tracy as Sec.  Asks if Regent wants Mr. Badeau, a writer, to counteract in the newspaper, the unfavorable public opinion toward J.A. Washington.  Asks why Mrs. S.L. Pellet's articles in Record are discontinued. ER-4, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Approves Capt. Meigs' selection for wharf.  Thinks annual meeting unnecessary. Not demanded by Charter.  Hopes that MVLA will possess Mount Vernon the next year. ER-14, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brief note - seems to be the last page of a letter or a postscript to a letter. Says she has \"written you everything\" and believes they can \"keep the place unpolluted.\" Says there are many sorrows in life, almost every day we must live in sorrow. ER-15, p. 18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and a copy in the writing of John Augustine Washington III. Mount Vernon. He found papers, one in Washington's writing, with details on the measurements of different parts of the Mansion and estate. Forwards them to her, four papers, formerly 5; one on Lawn, Garden, Gates is mislaid.  W-812/A-D\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Keckuk, Iowa. Re plan for wharf by Capt. Meigs. ER-17, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Leaves decision regarding levee to A.P.C.--wishes her to write denial of article in newspapers, stating Mt. Vernon had several mortages on it previous to purchase by Association--cannot get any more money until denial is issued. ER-5, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Riggs for information on Mr. Washington.  Notes that New York papers are \"making a great noise\" about the sale of Mount Vernon.  APC wishes to stifle it promptly.  Asks Mr. Riggs to telegraph to her \"the amount of funds now in the Treasury.\" ER-23, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTelegram. Washington.  \"In hands of treasurer. Twenty six hundred and twenty three dollars seventy nine cents\" ER-22, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Informs APC that he has telegraphed information on the account of the MVLA she has requested.  Expresses regret over the effect of the newspaper stories in New York regarding Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Building a new pier. Newspaper article saying John A. Washington swindled the Ladies because they cannot get clear title. Hard time interesting people in Mount Vernon.  (Envelope addressed to Philadelphia, Pa. and dated Dec. 3)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $547. ER-8, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Informs Mr. Riggs that in order to stay the rumors of Mr. Washington's sale or that Mount Vernon is liable for debts, must have absolute proof to the contrary.  Asks Mr. Riggs to forward to her the letter of the clerk of the Fairfax Co. Court. ER-23, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent requests Mrs. M. to contradict any statement re debts or liabilities against Mount Vernon Estate, if such are being published; if not, await official satement re same from Regent. ER-16, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten report of his visit to inspect the \"recesses, boundaries, and environs\" of Mount Vernon.  His previous statement of boundaries erroneous.  Shape is \"irregular trapesium\" rather than pentagonal.  Plans to create a lake of the inlet spokes of as a boundary, separated from the Potomac River by a dike.  Possible to keep lake filled from Little Hunting Creek or Dogue Run.  (This is his plan to transform \"Hell-hole\" from swamp to a \"shining lake\").  Reports rest of Mt. Vernon's boundaries.  Plans, in January 1860, to get Congress to purchase plateau to join backline of Mt Vernon to be a National Botanic Garden and to further protect Mt. Vernon from encroachment.  Has sent Mr. Herbert the description of a barrier fence to enclose Mt. Vernon on the land side.  Discusses best plants for use as a hedge to enclose Mt. Vernon.  Discusses improvements on Mt. Vernon.  Opposes use of statuary, \"mythological allusions,\" etc. on the plantation.  Mentions plans for the monument in Washington, D.C. to George Washington.  Brooks wants to create a prospect tower with a crypt for George Washington -- to be a focal point.  Mentions as architectural and landscape gardening flaws of Mt. Vernon.  His desire to \"improve\" the approach to Mount Vernon from the wharf.  Hopes that the ladies will delete at Mt. Vernon all not consistent with, or contributing Regent requests Mrs. M. to contradict any statement re debts or liabilities against MV Estate, if such are being published; if not, await official statement re same from Regent.to the true ideal of the might, majesty, and simplicity of this renowned occupant.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses letter to be sent to Fairfax Country Court Clerk. Has been annoyed by many letters begging her to contradict \"this absurd rumor.\" ER-23, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent planned to make an Appeal to public for money needed for restoration and repairs.  Awaits Treasurer Riggs' exact statement of Assn's financial status.  Now must first contradict false statements being published of mortgage against estate by a statement from Fairfax Recorder that none such has ever existed.  Hopes to raise $120,000.  Some states have already given their quota, but new member states have not had time to raise it.  Hopes E. Everett will lecture in southern cities.  Asks VRs to renew their invitations to E.E. for lectures in their respective localities. ER-16, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. APC planning another public appeal.  Suspicion aroused because $10,000 of the MVLA funds invested in Treasury notes, paying 4% interest, while MVLA paying to Mr. Washington 6%.  APC requests Mr. Riggs to convert $5000 of the notes to cash to be paid to Mr. Washington with interest paid to date on the last bond.  Wishes to keep other $5000 in Treasury notes as a contingency fund. ER-23, p. 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has credited to MVLA $5000 in Treasury notes at 4 1/2% (211.22) or $5211.22 and will pay it to Mr. Washington promptly. ER-22, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Agrees with Regent on date considered for Council.  Sends $30 for fund but thinks not much more will be subscribed in state. ER-4, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has this day paid, on the last bond, $5000 to Mr. J.A. Washington. ER-22, p. 8322-83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. To pay J.A. Washington $5000.  The interest on the bond must 1st be settled with Mr. Washington's agents before payment. ER-22, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Receives her letters and plans for the landing; thinks Capt. Meigs' approbation sufficient; Mr. Riggs will undoubtedly contract for work.  Advises counsel with D.P. Brown re MV title.  Delivered Washington's oration at Portland, Me. and Dedham - not high returns.  General conditions make trip into South problematic.  Sends copy of his Fanuiel Hall Speech.  If MVLA does not wish G/W letters to William Pearce on sale by nephew, E.E. will keep them. ER-9, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regent's clippings from Philadelphia Press taken promptly to Enquirer.  Political news crowds Mount Vernon news out of press. ER-16, p. 272\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alfred Moss, Clerk of the Fairfax County Court, to Sarah Tracy. Reports brief account of conveyance of property by Mrs. Jane C. Washington to her son, J.A, (1225 acres). No mortgage ever been taken on property.  MVLA acquired title April 19, 1858. ER-3, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Asks advice on whether to leave money in Cape Fear Bank at no interest or to invest in Bonds of state of Virginia, only $2316.56 to their credit. ER-14, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brief note. Check for $341.00 enclosed. ER-23, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Manor House. Reports an excuse given by two rich men to why they will not given money to Mount Vernon. ER-12, p. 294\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Wishes her \"Appeal\" not to be re-run in the \"National Intelligencer\" or \"The Union\" for political reasons.  Reminds Mr. Riggs that taxes on Mount Vernon are due in January. ER-23, p. 156\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends copies of her Appeal and official statement contradicting falsehoods re mortgage against Mount Vernon estate.  Will return Irving's autograph soon. ER-16, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Received call to Council, and Capt. Meigs' plan of wharf which she approves.  Reports John A. Washington has been \"bitterly denounced in all our papers for…hard terms imposed,\" have reported also his failure.  VR Blanding has given a \"positive public denial\" to latter. ER-8, p. 250\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harrisburg. Re E. Everett's lecture speaking again in Harrisburg, suggests giving his lecture on Charity.  Regrets Harrisburg contributions have not been more. ER-13, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. At request of Alex., MV, \u0026amp; Accotink Turnpike Co., in answer to letter of August 25, 1859, sends copy of Petition to Va. Senate and House delegates.  Asks MV Assn to consider same promptly as Biennial Session meets soon.  R.R. Co. offers to pay Assn percentage on passengers to MV; hourly service year round.  Co. has no desire to interfere with interests and welfare of Assn.  Asks for suggestions.  With approval of Assn., R.R. can be completed early in 1860, etc.  Francis E. Johnston, Pres. ER-8, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Forwards copy of \"appeal\" and report Ann Pamela Cunningham feels obliged to publish a letter in response to a 'foolish article in the papers\". ER-4259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends $300 and requests listing in Mount Vernon Record. ER-14, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mentions that her eyes are bothering her. Discusses Linda and her theatrical aspirations. Says of her husband \"[he] is all that you could desire\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends twenty copies of Appeal and report; hopes Lady Managers can have them copied. ER-16, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re \"Washington carriage\" in possession of William Dunlap, owned by Samuel Powel, who wants it given to MVLA. S.W.Dewey tried to persuade U.S. Congress to buy MV in 1845 (see Pa. Cultivator, Oct. 1848, p. 66-67), 1846 asked Washington family on what terms they would sell Mansion, Tomb and 150 acres. Had pamphlet printed with their terms of $100,000. Gives details of plan. When President addressed Washington family, price increased to $200,000, which was considered unwarranted. Comments on John. A. Washington's use of money received from MVLA. ER-9, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re title of MV. If Assn has not all it wants for clear title he will furnish it. ER-3, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Will spend winter in Washington, but her sec. will attend to MV business in her absence. Sends list of subscribers, and drafts for $342.50. ER-14, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Receives note for Mr. McMichael agreeing to publish Appeal, will call and read it to her. ER-13, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Returns Irving's autograph note - lithograhed in Mount Vernon Records. 2 sets Devereux electrotype broken. Supply application blanks exhausted. Sec. Tracy on vacation. U.S. Middies, Annapolis, contribute. Over $2000 received since last report. California contributes over $1100. ER-11, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Intent to travel to South in Spring wrote article for Encyclopedia Britannica on George Washington - revising it \"for the American reader\". This will delay his trip South. Praises her efforts for the MVLA. ER-512 a,b\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note. \"Mr RW Johnson transmits to Mr GW Riggs for acc of Mt. Vernon Association  Cash $263.00  Draft 79.50 Total 342.50. ER-23, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. APC has given Messrs. Devereux Trd Co. an order on Mr. Riggs for $600 \"on account of the last number of the 'Record'.\" ER-23, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Recommends Miss Hollingsworth and Mrs. Kennedy as effective prospective workers for MV. ER-13, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to typographic error in Mount Vernon Record; difficulties with organization in Maryland; asks Mrs. Comegys' aid. ER-17, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Keene, New Hampshire. Quotes letter from Miss Spalding, Lady Manager of Grafton County, complaining about not receiving portraits ordered from Devereux \u0026amp; Co. Money was sent but cannot even get answer to letter. Also list of subscribers. ER-5, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Small note. Check for $33 enclosed. ER-23, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Agrees with idea of new wharf. Agrees also that a meeting of the Council of the MVLA, \"although constitutional is certainly not necessary, and would probably be a failure\". ER-10, p. 257-259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses check for $181.00 collected by Mrs. Dickinson. ER-23, p. 160\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Receives $100 for lecture in near-by village. Sorry his delay in acknowledging Regent's Report suggested his dissatisfaction - as Report is better than he anticipated. Assures her of his unreserved approval of her work. States his views on address in \"the Union\" for MV cause and emphasizes need for keeping out of sectionalism. Wants to go South but articles on G/W for new Encycl. Britannica, Amer. ed., and hardships of travel delay plans. Has long desired to visit southwest. Aggregate receipts for last 3 G/W orations  $535 (25c per ticket). ER-9, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington.  Sends $265.50, making total for No.Car. $5151.50 Congratulates N.C. on having Mrs. Letitia H. Walker of Greensboro as her successor. ER-14, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Unable to get \"Appeal\" to the public into newspapers because of excitement of Congressional news. Therefore, an \"Extra\" to be published and disseminated by MVLA. Each Vice Regent to pass them about in her respective state. ER-414\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. Pictures being circulated. Depression makes it difficult to make much money for the cause. Optimistic about results in Illinois. ER-5, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Secretary is with relatives for a few days; failed in attempts to see Mrs. Goodrich. ER-16, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Re the Vice Regents' work and general condition of Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Declares few states have been so rapidly organized. Cites work in Charleston, difficulties of finding qualified VRs. ER-11, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Harrisburg. Vice Regents' appointment is for life, must be person fitted to secure funds and also be effective in Council. Pennsylvania has been inactive. Commends Mrs. Eyster's efforts, contributions go to Mr. Riggs, names to Regent. ER-11, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy in writing of her secretary. Philadelphia. Sends Vice Regents' credentials. Copy of Contract, Act of Incorporation, Constitution, By-laws, Appeals and Reports, Mount Vernon Record. Which give history of Association since March last when title was gained to Mount Vernon. Excellent description of Association's aims, scope, and form of organization. ER-11, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Presents the \"most large sums.\" Regrets errors in names in Record. Constitution does not provide for Proxy. Council date uncertain, Feb. 22 weather inclement. Commends Record--continuance depends on Assn support. Also contains a draft copy of a letter to Edward Everett. Tries to avoid abolition problems in appointing VRs, asks advice on keeping out of politics. Refers to printed reply to Mrs. Hopkins' charge that husband of VR for Vermont was a Democrat. Glad he approves her plan for a loan. $8000 on $15,000 payment due.  ER-11, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Re appointment of Counselors to advise Regent in policies of Mount Vernon management. ER-11, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Check for $10. Informs Mr. Riggs that APC has referred a Philadelphia broker, a supporter of the MVLA cause, to him. ER-8, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of two letters in writing of her secretary. $10,000 paid John Augustine Washington on anniversary of Washington's death. Asks for proper form she may sign - to assure him return of money loaned on last purchase payment; tries to learn  proper business forms. ER-11, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of her secretary. Includes letter to Richard Rush and several unknown others. Hopes his visit to Mount Vernon is only delayed by his illness. ER-11, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Draft. Forwards a paper [not present] indicating the success of her efforts at Mount Vernon and states, \"I am cheered indeed to see how great a hold the one idea I promulgated my making his tomb a bond of Union! -  bulwark against Abolitionism!\"  ER-4268  RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Republication of Mr. Cochrane's speech--all the other material she sent will go in--list of names short this month--send Mrs. Chestnut's notice soon. ER-D-6\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete with beginning of letter missing. Discusses troubles working for the MVLA have caused him, from both North and South. Has been unable to see Col. Wilder. ER-9, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. March 12 (1859). ER-10, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. James Page, Past Master Mason, like \"almost everyone\" thinks purchase price of MV exorbitant. ER-13, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. incomplete draft note. Reference to art exhibition [Murillo] for benefit of MVLA. That this is a great task on the part of those sponsoring it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Probably a copy.Proceeds of Mr. Everett's lecture of 4 March declined to be insured by the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"Dear Sir.\" Declines to participate in publication and distribution of his Scenes from Life of Washington. Acknowledges gift of same. Mount Vernon Record has only space for number of purchasers and sums paid. ER-11, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends a tentative report for APC's criticism. Is away from home and dependent on memory. ER-14, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Mrs. Lee informs John Augustine Washington that Mrs. Lewis (widow of Lorenzo Lewis) is giving a harpischord (gift of GW to Mrs. Lawrence Lewis) to Mount Vernon - to become property of MVLA when they take over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cumberland, MD. Wrote 3 articles on G/W and planned a 4th on MV.  Did not realize Md. Had been slow in responding to MV Appeal, asks for information on subject, and he will make his 4th article as telling to MV cause as he can.  Financial conditions are not good.  Asks about her personal comforts, family, etc. ER-13, p. 48\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Can find out nothing concerning writer of Letter in ''Inquirer'' except that he is a Southerner. ER-5, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Had an interview with Miss Hamilton but failed in attempts to see Mrs. Goodrich. ER-16, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Encloses full report. $2348 - wishes it printed in January Mount Vernon Record. Has $345 but will not send Mr. Riggs a cent until contributions are in Record as coming from the Vice Regent of Tennessee who claims as much for her state as Alabama, Georgia and others.  No work re $1575 sent in November.  Reference to expenses during financial crisis in 1858.  Sends Masonic Lodge's check for $345 to Mr. Riggs. ER-10, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Old organization in Missouri had died completely out--old members pessimistic about results of any Fair--slowly collecting money--working quietly to gain powerful supporters---invitation to Mr. Everett--she herself accepts all responsibility for thinking and acting regarding Mt. Vernon Assoc.--cause unpopular and rediculed in St. Louis and counties--outcry at 200 acres requiring 8-10 thousand dollars per year to keep it as Washington left it--large German population of St. Louis gives little--Irish seem liberal--will take year or two to collect from whole state--trying to locate Managers for several counties. ER-5, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cumberland, MD. Mr. Graham, with whom Sec. Tracy formerly resided, will aid in securing E. Everett for oration.  \"Their\" church is on spot where G/W often read prayers to his regiment. ER-13, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reply to his letter re taxes on Mount Vernon land, explaining how they are to be paid.  Taxes paid in full to date.  Left package with Burke \u0026amp; Herbert to be sent to Mr. Riggs for Miss Cunningham. Some papers in GW's handwriting relating to plans of grounds at Mount Vernon and planting of trees. ER-9, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sent  to G.W. Riggs package of papers held out - these may be of value in planting same trees in same locations as in G/W's time. ER-9, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marked \"Private.\" Thanks him for the papers he previously forwarded. Discusses the importance of protecting the Mansion from fire and mentions a suggestion from a Vice Regent to photograph each room to ensure they could be properly reconstructed if necessary. Discusses the best time to take possession of the property. Speaks of the politics between the North and South, and certain \"warlike intentions on the future on an Asso'n of women!!\" She goes on \"As if man ever came off conqueror in a contest with with a woman! As you can testify!!\" Discusses her wish for Virginia to make the Association free from taxes and able to acquire more land. Inquires after the Superintendent who has not been answering her letters. Includes a handwritten tract.  ER-4269, RM-523\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to difficulties in organizing Maryland. Regent's request to Vice Regent's for their respective state statistics has failed so far, asks for Delaware's white population, also for news for Mount Vernon Record; also incidents connected with Mount Vernon work. ER-17, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Washington has paid all the Mount Vernon taxes.  Insurance also paid.  John Augustine Washington, through Mr. Riggs, has also sent to APC a number of plans of Mount Vernon ''in General Washington's hand.\" ER-22, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Must overcome much ignorance and prejudice in state. Lack of interest. Mrs. Hoyt has had very bad influence. Hopes to get something by a Promenade concert. Trying to enlist Masons' help.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks about Del. Population as Regent wishes to apportion amount each state is expected to contribute.  Asks her to procure account for sarcophagus from Mr. Struthers for Mount Vernon Record.  No news from Maryland. Regent wishes to build a \"Council Fire\" when she goes to Washington in February.  Hopes to have several Vice Regents present and wants to see Mrs. Comegys before, re affairs not easily put in correspondence, and which bare to be kept in strict confidence. ER-17, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mistake in publishing New York list in Mount Vernon Record, which Devereux will try to rectify at once. ER-16, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises that New York's climate not yet proper for further appeals for MVLA.  She is preparing a statement, but waits for a while first.  Notes $22,000 raised by Massachusetts. ER-12, p. 296\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capitol Hill. $150 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Vevey. Approves Captain Meig's plan for Mount Vernon wharf at cost $2,200; not taking possession of Mount Vernon at present.  Re Mrs. Chase's acting at Council as her deputy. ER-12, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Draft for $500 on Exchange Bank of Alexandria, Va. For MVLA. ER-23, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. APC plans to publish an estimate of the Mount Vernon property and what each state has contributed.  Wants Mr. Riggs to provide account to 1 Jan. 1860.  Sends to Mr. Riggs a check for $2799.95. ER-23, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $150 - Subscribers who want their names published in Record.  Will distribute Records received, promptly. ER-8, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mount Vernon Record, December omitted a number of states in printing article on Masonic Order, so has circular, corrected, printed for distribution and to be copied in newspapers.  Regent eager for their contributions.  Hopes to take possession of MV on July 4th.  Vice Regent for Iowa has made another Appeal to her state, hopes all Vice Regents will do same, reaching Masons and Odd Fellows. ER-17, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets list of contributing lodges of Masons is incorrect.  She wishes to have it exact as she hopes to collect considerable part of the $140,000 now needed, from them. ER-16, p. 76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Will make up account to send to APC.  Returns 5 checks of 13 Jan 1860 - to be endorsed. ER-22, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dunboyne. Thanks her for gift of Coat of Arms and interesting documents.  Asks Miss Jennie Andrews to offer a Washington relic, porcelain mug.  Mentions members of family.  Note in another handwriting re menbers of Lewis and Washington families. ER-14, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Pleased Miss Tracy's services have been procured. ER-14, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Nashville. Re publishing names and contributions in Record, hopes for more as other counties are organized, and interested legislators carry idea home with them.  Will write clerks of county courts.  Returns to date have been made in 18 months - began Aug. 1857, worked 6 months, ill 9 months, given whole of 1859 to MV.  (No signature, part may be missing.) ER-10, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent has just rec'd a book listing no. of Masons in each state; 26,192 in \"your state\" suggest using this figure in her article about to be published, appealing for contributions. . ER-16, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Returned endorsed checks. ER-23, p. 166\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Updates her on the Masonic Order contributions in her state. ER-415\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Received her printed list of Masonic contributions. ER-14, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received drafts mounting to $2799.95. ER-22, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Check for $345 contributed by Masonic Fraternity of Memphis. ER-23, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Masonic address arrived, their contribution in N.Y. $495.50; furnishes list of lodges contributing.  Reminds Regent of Jewish women's contribution. ER-12, p. 296\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cumberland, Maryland. $52 in contribution.  Mentions Washington monument.  Has an address ready on character of G/W adapted to youthful listeners.  Will ask E. Everett to speak there. ER-13, p. 46\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on Burke and Herbert letterhead. Has drawn on Riggs through Messrs. Burke and Herbert $1625.70 to pay Henry James and Co. of Baltimore. ER-23, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Discusses disordered state of the Union and her concern over its effects on Mount Vernon.  Regent has decided to move Association's headquarters to Mount Vernon.  Mentions that the ''Record'' now has new publisher. ER-14, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends a list of donors sent to her last summer, misplaced, and has caused some difficulties that can now be straightened out. ER-8, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Paul. Had hoped her resignation would be accepted and a successor appointed.  Explains scarcity of money, much charity necessary, which prevents those who wish to give from giving.  Rec'd nothing from Lady Managers in months.  Can hope for no more fund until people of state have money.  Hopes her resignation will therefore be accepted. ER-11, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hopes for $140,000 soon.  Last spring Masons passed resolution to give 25 cents each, but returns are slow.  Receives Regent's address to Masons. ER-12, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. M.M. Hamilton made appeal to Masons of state, has had some correspondence w/ them, been given some publicity and has some financial returns.  District list for Record dreadfully mixed up. ER-12, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. News Boys Lodging House, New York. The Superintendent of the lodgin house writes that the boys would like to send a contribution to the Mount Vernon Fund of $4.18.  ER-16, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hartford, CT. Sends a book of poems as gift of her esteem. ER-4, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Beouff Prairie. Sends to Mrs. Morse $50 in contributions from Beouff Prairie (La). ER-416\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Is trying to get substantial funds from Masons, thinks a Fair might bring money, if N.Y., Boston, Baltimore and Philadelphia held it simultaneously. ER-12, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. They must clear up any question of irregularities in affair of state appropriation which was handed over to a Judge T.R. Underwood and then to Mrs. Kennedy's brother, Mr. Barrett--belief is Barrett won't meet note when it is due--no one knows anything about Underwood--suggestion about handling matter--can't issue appeal for money until this doubtful issue is cleared up. ER-5, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Apologizes that maybe Mr. Everett cannot be in New Orleans for unveiling of the Clay Monument.  Praises Mrs. Morse for her fine efforts. E-417\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Believes people in state are beginning to awaken to Mount Vernon cause. Miserable affair at Harper's Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Encloses article from the Philadelphia Press of (Feb 1) \"effecting the interests of the Association.\"  Says article seriously effects Mount Vernon, more than Mr. Herbert realizes.  Asks that Mr. Herbert try to recall the circumstance related in the paper that Miss Cunningham will be able to contradict it and ''explain its origin.\" Press reports that Mr. Herbert has been uncivil and uncourteous to the public. ER-16, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. N. Hartland. Received nothing from Masons as yet.  Minor details of progress. ER-11, p. 250\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Re difficulties with Missouri funds, so she cannot send complete return.  Has no information about Judge Underwood. ER-14, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent glad Miss Hamilton is confident funds will be forthcoming.  Mrs. Hopkinson is eager for strong appeal to Masons.  Mrs. Otis working hard, traveling in her state.  Prospect for new Vice Regent in Maryland.  Vice Regent for North Carolina is energetic.  Regent hears depressing accounts of monied distress in northwest.  Mrs. Dickinson resigned long ago. ER-16, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Has $15 for Mount Vernon fund--where should he send it?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $500.  Did not get as much from E. Everett's address as expected. ER-8, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Received list for Mount Vernon Record.  Correspondence re newsboys' gift, clipping from New York Times for inserting in Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Associate builders and contractors would, if allowed, contribute to fund for building suitable gateways and walls--soliciting subscriptions to same when soliciting subscriptions for loan for railroad. Plans to be submitted for Assn. approval.  Encloses list of subscribers.  Bill is now before Virginia legislature. ER-8, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Disclaims incivility to the public as reported in press.  Controls for trespassing. ER-3, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses Report. Independent Savannah Association. Fair to be held. ER-5, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. \"Dear Sir.\" Letter of provenance for a chair said to have belonged to the Washingtons and given to his family by Mrs. Charles Carter. W-152.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Enclosed \"scrawl\" written by Mr. Badeau re John Augustine Washington, to be used if Regent wishes it.  Statue of George Washington to be unveiled in Washington, Feb 22.  Hopes Masons will respond to Regent's Appeal.  Friction between North and South interferes with Mount Vernon work. ER-4, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Opinions of Mr. Myers, Gen. Chapman and himself on Alexandria, MV, and Accotink turnpike and railroad bill which has passed both houses. ER-3, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Sends check for $110 for Mrs. Margaretta Morse. ER-23, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Inquiries have proven that Mr. Underwood, who accepted Association's money from Missouri legislature, is a swindler--VR of Ill. relates his swindle of Association in that state--hopes to make Governor responsible for handing money over to someone without proper credentials--Mr. Barrett's note for $1000 will be paid shortly--discusses best way to invest money--collections coming along well--Mr. Everett says he can't come to Fair--hopes to persuade him to come. ER-5, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. P.B. Nolley, Editor of the Opelousas Patriot. Reminds Mrs. Morse that 4 July 1859 members of his Parish gave about $100 to MVLA.  Has not heard whether it was received or not.  Desires to know whether the money was reported to the MVLA. ER-418\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-3, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Connecticut people wish to know when G.C. Thorburn is to be employed at Mount Vernon; sends second contribution from Windsor where Washington used to visit Chief Justice Ellsworth; writes of a Masonic contribution. ER-4, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $110 from Mr. Morse. ER-419\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. They did not succeed very well in collecting money at entertainment, but added to popularity of the fund--people in west not very patriotic--too mixed a population.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Hamilton will be in Phil. when Regent is in N.Y.  Mrs. Hasbrouck, cousin of Mrs. Hamilton, wishes to talk with Regent. ER-12, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Tendered her resignation more than a year ago.  \"Domestic afflictions\", residence now outside state, and illness forced the action.  Appointed a Vice-Pres. of Mount Vernon Ladies in Sept 1856, organized state association. March 1857, resigned November 1858.  Reviews the year and a half she was active, her efforts, her reports, the collections, entertainments. ER-14, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Makes appointment for APC to meet with Mr. Riggs at the Clarendon Hotel in Washington, D.C.  Miss Cunningham signed draft on Riggs for $600 \"in favor of Messrs. Devereux and Co.\" ER-23, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mr. Underwood believed to be in New Jersey now. Their chance of getting restitution from governor lies in Miss Cunningham's statement that she wrote Underwood nothing that could be construed as authority to collect Association money. Surprised at Mrs. Barry's being deceived by him with her knowledge of western character. His transactions not breach of trust, but grounds for criminal prosecution. He had nothing to do with getting appropriation from legislature. ER-5, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Deposits $200. ER-23, p. 172\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $50. ER-420\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Pleased she could go to Washington.  Advises not to be \"too humble\" in asking Congress for appropriation to \"enclose, repair and keep up place\".  Refers to \"a company\" that has Act Va. assembly detrimental to MV cause. ER-9, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Mitchell's letter rec'd re concert, receipt small. ER-16, p. 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. LaCrosse. Encloses $15 for Mount Vernon and list of subscribers. Wasn't willing to give money up to VR for this state.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Coshocton County, Ohio. Secretary of the Roscoe Lodge, No. 190. Saw her appeal for the MVLA in the Lady's Book. Thinks John A. Washington unworthy of name he bears for asking such a price for farm, but feels it must be purchased at any price--sends $1. contribution.  ER-5, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Regent sent Mrs. Montgomery copies of a circular which appeared in the Intelligencer as a beginning of her plan for this city, and desires its re-publication with \"touching and earnest editorials in your papers.\"  This will be followed by immediate action by Ladies headed by Mrs. George W. Riggs. ER-16, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. Wants to aid in the Mount Vernon cause and in that of building a \"Washington National Monument.\"  Is now making mementos of Mount Vernon to sell in aiding the cause through the \"Mount Vernon Factory.\"  Is sending $200 worth of mementos to Mrs. Morse.  Motifs of the medallions are General and Mrs. Washington taking tea on the porch, \"Fayette Washington\" on the steps, will soon make some Mount Vernon bracelets, etc. ER-421\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Bought 40 copies of ''Intelligencer'' to send to various parts of U.S.  Great need for more publicity in editorials, etc. ER-1, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discussion about correct spelling of Eliza Lytle Macalester's name. Hopes \"Extra\" is satisfactory. Delay in publishing numbers of Record is suicidal. Correction of Miss Johnson regarding Bennington and New Hampshire. ER-D-87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Will build a boat 140' long, gives details, for $39,000. ER-13, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports letters received, three proof sheets to correct; Miss Mitchell makes several visits to Mount Vernon and copied Indiana list for Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Importance of Washingtonians' interest, especially Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Riggs.  The Congressional visit to Mount Vernon a gratifying surprise.  Saw Rossiter and Mignot picture of Washington family in N.Y. - it belongs at Mount Vernon.  Hopes for $150 at next G/W oration.  Explains disagreeable personal affairs that have consumed his time this winter. ER-9, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will send Miss Mitchell Georgia slips to prepare for Mount Vernon Record.  Prospects for Thornburn as Superintendent. ER-16, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on bank letterhead. Sends check for $193.50 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Sends $417 to Mr. Riggs.  Published Regent's Appeal to Masons in every County paper, asked Lady Managers to follow up this Appeal, wrote to Master Mason, will soon send list of contributors for MV Record. ER-14, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland. Thinks little more money can be raised in her state, Masonic Order not responsive. ER-11, p. 230\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Will Congress give MVLA money it appropriated years ago for a monument to Washington?  Has organized more counties in State, intends going to Harrisburg to stir up Pennsylvania legislature for a Mount Vernon appropriation. ER-13, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received Sec. Tracy's letter of 10th and Georgia list.  Glad to hear of Regent's pleasant trip to Mount Vernon.  Has answered letters on hand and corrected proofs. ER-16, p. 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Ask him to give lecture for their Mount Vernon fund. ER-13, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bridgeport. Lecture for benefit of Mount Vernon a failure. ER-5, p. 8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Miss May offers concert for Easter week; will try to get Edward Everett also; invites Mrs. Comegys; great efforts to make it a success. ER-1, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Also dated 21 March 1860. Took Sec. Tracy to ask \"actor\" Murdock to give benefit for Mount Vernon; arranged a reading in Smithsonian.  Miss May wishes to give a concert; asked John Saunders to sound out artists, Mrs. Riggs \"ought to attend this\".  Has not heard from Prof. Henry as to use of Smithsonian hall.  Edward Everett cannot come to Washington until after April.  Public's idea MVLA wants to take possession of Mount Vernon lessened Regent's last Appeal.  Begs Mrs. Comegys to come and help since Mrs. Fitch has so many personal affairs to attend to. ER-17, p. 76-77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hopes Vice Regents will work especially hard in near future, that the MVLA may take possession of Mount Vernon by 4 July 1860, \"without any fear of consequences.\"  Asks how well Louisiana is doing--Georgia now has given about $8000--this without aid of 2 of her principal cities. ER-422\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Received letter from Sarah Tracy, lists from New York, Illinois, package of bulbs from Devereux. Miss Tracy to go to Philadelphia soon, material for Mrs. Goodrich \"Masons\" is ready.  Asks if Devereux is sending mail directly to Regent. ER-16, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fort Humboldt, CA. List of subscribers to Mount Vernon, and $11. ER-3, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. May be better that Congressional trip to Mount Vernon was not large.  Is putting through press the memoir of Washington written for Encyclopedia Britannica and a volume of Mount Vernon Papers. ER-9, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Regrets visit to Washington is impossible and explains his engagements at length. ER-9, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Thanks them for their kind invitation dated on the 15th. Regrets that he will be unable to accept and repeat his Washington lecture in Washington, D.C. at this time.  Letter given by VR-NJ 1920. ER-9, p. 278\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Reports he has collected about $70,000 for MVLA, $65,000 of which he has turned over to the Ladies; $5000 remains in hands of Trustees in Boston.  This total ($70,000) made up of proceeds from (1) his lectures (2) weekly column in the New York Ledger (3) sums sent to him by readers of the Ledger.  Mr. Hillard's article in Appleton's Cyclopoedia (Vol. VII, p. 353) brought about $600, since written.  Does not object to Eliot's stating Everett's contributions to MVLA separately from the rest of Boston's. A-639\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Regrets he cannot make Southern Tour; time and obligations will not permit it.  If went South, would have to stop at many places as well as New Orleans and Mobile.  Wishes he could make the Southern trip. ER-513 a, b\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. H. working for a substantial contribution from Masons. ER-12, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends check for $400.  Thanks Miss Tracy for report of Miss Cunningham's Mount Vernon trip.  Fears it will not be some time before she can send funds \"by the hundreds\" for MVLA. ER-8, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Hamilton receives speech of her cousin, Mr. Cochrane, on his visit to Mount Vernon, had already seen newspaper acct.  Glad Regent had 2 days at Mount Vernon.  Thinks rebuilding Greenhouse of 1st importance.  Hopes J.A. Washington will remain long enough to clear \"vistas\", pleased with his gift of aloe and plants.  Repairs on wharf, portico, and building new road, boundary fence, planting hedges.  Refers to Horticulturist Feb. 1847, on planting hedges, importing plants, suggests contributions of plants and shrubs.  Suggest subscription books on boat and at Mount Vernon.  Will send $2000.  Typewritten copy of part of this letter, p. 300. ER-12, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Offers to give a dramatic reading in Washington, as benefit for Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mrs. Comegys is ill, yet they urge her to help in Washington.  Difficulties in obtaining supporting musicians, etc. for Miss May's concert.  Mr. Murdock's reading to be given Friday evening. ER-17, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets allusion in February number of Record to John Brown. Delays caused by breakdown of the press. Mount Vernon sketch well-timed. He made it while at Mount Vernon last Spring. ER-D-23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Hebrew contribution paid to Regent and credited to New York in Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will send material to Devereux as Sarah Tracy directs. New Jersey list will be sent to Mrs. Mitchell. ER-16, p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hartford. Encloses George C. Thornburn's letter re Mount Vernon restorations, and recommends him for superintendent at Mount Vernon. ER-4, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Encloses check for $100 to Riggs. ER-23, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends check for $38.07. ER-23, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends various sums collected in other states, also sum collected from old subscribers in 1856. ER-16, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports work rec'd that she and Miss Mitchell will attend to.  Devereux sent portraits for Maine. ER-16, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped partial transcript. Interest and enthusiasm for the cause is low. \"This is our Valley Forge!\" Needs to reignite passion for Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Very upset at seeing mention of John Brown's raid in February Record--has worked to make this a national movement, cannot pay attention to their magazine to squabble between North and South--last December had stated emphatically that articles were to be referred to her before printing in Record--angry that this political article was printed without her sanction. ER-D-70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. In spite of divided spirit in country hope that Everett will come to New Orleans in April, and despite previous decision to decline.  If can come, hope it to be a little prior to April 12.  Feels it quite urgent that Everett come. ER-423\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy in two different hands. \"Extracts from a private letter of George C. Thornburn to Mrs. Sigourney.\"  Superintendent's appointment must be made at Grand Council.  States what he thinks should be done at Mount Vernon.  \"Let nothing be altered that Gen. Washington made,\" lawn, trees,…gardens, orange trees.  Claims he could get plants from all parts of world...nothing but restoration and keeping in order; with 6 or 8 men he can keep place in good condition when restored. ER-4, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Executive Mansion. ER-5, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Miss Cunningham wants to know how much New York has contributed thus far. ER-1, p. 142\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Check from Mrs. Morse for $100 acknowledged. ER-22, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends to APC a letter signed by his wife. ER-22, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Partial typed transcript included. Urges Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to come and aid in making Mount Vernon excursion a success.  Rev. Dr. Hankas of N.Y. asked to deliver address on character of Washington. ER-1, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Difficulties re Federal Legislation for Mount Vernon cause at this time.  Declares Regent is doing more than any man could do.  Speaks at Washington Irving Commemoration.  VR-NY thinks NY will raise $40,000 for Mount Vernon - commends highly her judgment, energy and executive ability.  Gives Washington oration in Keene, N.H. and Bristol, R.I. with small returns expected. ER-9, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports minor matters. ER-16, p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Draft for $50. ER-424\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. At lasts gets communication in local paper which is now absorbed with controversy of North and South. Comments on Maj. George T. Ward's poem.  Reports small sums collected.  (Major Ward's poem, p. 131) ER-4, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has sent Devereux lists of names he needs.  Notes trip Regent and Sec. Tracy made to MV. ER-16, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. \"Private. Burn this.\" Members of Congress with families invited on excursion to Mount Vernon, Sat. p.m.  Mrs. Riggs issued the cards which forces her into a prominent position, but she will not attend.  News of various VRs.  Mrs. Fitch eager to have Mrs. Comegys at Mount Vernon.  Plans to leave Washington in its apathy, next week, calls it MVLA's Valley Forge.  Need for strong workers in Washington.  Dr. Hawkes to deliver address on Washington.  Mrs. Mary Chesnut, VR-SC, age 85, flower girl at Trenton when Washington passed through. ER-17, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marine band, with soldiers, gone to Richmond, Va; if do not return others may be hired \"not however so good.\" ER-22, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Fails to see Dr. Hawks.  Has $1500 now collected. ER-3, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends Regent $10 from Washington portraits. ER-16, p. 274\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Excursion successful.  Fine day, more than 200 present.  Marine Band played.  Reports speakers favorably, invited reporters.  Mrs. Comegys detained by illness.  Mr. and Mrs. Riggs attend.  Mrs. Eve (VR-Ga) expected soon. ER-1, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received 5 checks totaling $839.22--also check for $38.07 from Mrs. Pellet and $100 from Mrs. Morse. ER-22, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Thanks him for \"statement\", requests more for VRs.  Will insert in Record.  Reports excursion a success. ER-1, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Judge C. still ill.  Reports on success of excursion for members of Congress, boats to Mount Vernon.  Recites trouble in securing speakers.  200 or 300 persons present, platform erected before piazza, seats for audience, speakers fail to appear, substitutes not very satisfactory, members of Washington family present.  Miss Tracy has better offer for her services.  Regent considers leaving, but hopes Congress will make an appropriation. ER-17, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rec'd from Sec. Tracy Indiana list, names duly copied and sent to Mount Vernon Record.  Lists are now up to date and in Devereux' hands. ER-16, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends $839.22 in checks. ER-23, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Beouff Prairie. Sends $15; also advises Mrs. Morse of $50 sent earlier through the Winston Morrison, and Co. ER-425\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. As he is leaving early next day, is unable to comply with Mrs. Tracy's request for interview but hopes he and Mrs. Sibley may meet her later. ER-11, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Reports the Mount Vernon visit of the previous week - 200 - 300 attended.  Requests Miss Hamilton to send on $1500 without waiting to increase it to $2000. ER-1, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Private. Calls her the \"Napoleon of her sex\" in energy and resolution.  Has sent for N.Y. Express with article on Congressional excursion to Mount Vernon.  Thinks with Regent Congress may make Mount Vernon appropriation this session.  Doubts wisdom of asking federal appropriation of $100,000 contingent on Association's raising same amount, but rather ask grant for a definite statement of immediate needs.  Rec'd $285 for last 2 lectures, expects $150 for a Maine lecture. ER-9, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sees no immediate reason to worry about construction of a VA railroad near Mount Vernon.  Yet in principle, favors idea of purchasing more land around Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sends G.W. Riggs $1500.  Saturday excursion a success. ER-12, p. 301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Will hold Record no longer for news of Mrs. Chesnut--large order of portraits sent to Mrs. Johnson of Arkansas--have Miss C. sign enclosed draft and return it--draft is for 16 pages of April No.  ER-D-27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Refers to clauses 3 and 4 of Constitution re Regent's powers in filling vacancies.  Mrs. Dickinson, VR-NC, resigned to be replaced by Mrs. Letitia H. Walker. ER-17, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Asks her vote on appointment of successor to VR for North Carolina (resigned). ER-1, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Written by Sarah Tracy on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Washington. Reviews fraudulent action of \"Judge Underwood\" in collecting funds in midwest, Association's published notices denouncing him and attempts to prosecute him.  Only case of kind Association has had. ER-1, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Asks Mrs. Morse to approve her new selection for Vice Regent of North Carolina, Letitia Walker, to replace Mrs. Dickinson who resigned. ER-426a\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Devereux wishes to know about an article on Mrs. Chestnut.  Asks if Mrs. Mitchell resigns in May. ER-16, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Maple Hill, Southbury. Encloses $274.50 and hopes to send more during summer.  Connecticut contributors want to know when Mr. Thorburn is to be employed at Mount Vernon. ER-4, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Delay in sending G.W. Riggs $1500.  Has reported an unfortunate rumor, wants correction made by Regent. ER-12, p. 301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approves appointment of Mrs. Walker, Vice Regent of North Carolina.  Remarkable that there have been no defalcations, when money has been collected by so many people through so many channels. ER-12, p. 301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Approves Mrs. Letitia H. Walker as VR for N. Carolina--leaves for Europe July 4, and will appoint a lady to take her place (Envelope dated May 4, 1860, and addressed to Washington, D.C.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Encloses several checks. ER-23, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Concurs in appointment of Mrs. Walker for VR-NC. ER-17, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Mitchell brought the \"letter of instructions.\" Should she send it? Also, should she include the St. Louis lists in the next issue of the Record? ER-16, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Draft sent to Riggs - amount not disclosed. ER-23, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Authorization to contract for wharf road at landing.  Cost not to exceed $4000. ER-1, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt approves selection of VR of North Carolina--Mount Vernon Fair to be next Monday--much enthusiasm being shown for the fair in all quarters. ER-5, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Thinks not much more will come in from West.  Agrees that restoration should be solely by MVLA.  He regards any grant made by Congress as contributed by the people.  Does not think a celebration on taking possession for July 4th a good idea.  Sept 17, when G/W announced Constitution to people, would be better - or when repairs were completed. ER-9, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Encloses $260 cash and $23 in checks for MVLA. ER-23, p. 184\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses Major Ward's Poem, which has brought in $61.  Reports other sums collected by Lady Managers.  People's interest has dropped but Mrs. Murat hopes to continue sending small sums. ER-4, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Attends to errands Regent wishes done. ER-16, p. 36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Check from Pennsylvania - $750, $50; Check from Arkansas $277.12.  Total $1077.12. ER-22, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports receipt of $283 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-22, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Encloses draft for $1500 from New York Life Insurance Co. for MVLA. ER-23, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Reports receipt of Miss Hamilton's check for $1500.  Hopes Miss C's health improving. ER-22, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Camden. As Vice Regent for South Carolina, she has been tasked with assigning Lady Managers for the MVLA. Asks if the recipient would be willing to accept this job. ER-301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Approves Mrs. Walker's  appointment to replace Mrs. Dickinson, resigned.  Receives New York report of funds given, $38,868. Masons have sent $70.  Approves appointment of Mrs. Chesnut, VR-SC.  Will send Mr. Riggs $497. ER-14, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment for services rendered as private secretary, $34 and for repayment for the \"washerwoman\" $3.75. ER-16, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses $61.50 toward Mound Vernon fund. ER-23, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Reports $10 from Miss McMakin, $120 from Mrs. Ritchie.  Mentions a $600 forged draft sent to him. ER-22, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Private. Sends list of contributions with attached list just rec'd of 20 fifty cent contributions.  Distressed at Baltimore nomination as he wishes to retire from public life. ER-9, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Copy. Private. Asks him to pay note for $2000 due on March 1--needs money to make certain arrangements before leaving the city. ER-D-108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Rejoices at prospect of Congressional appropriation--unable to attend first Council--leaves her duties in hands of a Lady Manager--hard times--their cause no longer meets with ridicule.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Requests Mr. Riggs to send to APC two checks for $48 \"on some Phila Bank\"…\" to the order of Miss Elizabeth Mitchell\". ER-23, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Soon to report the account of the MVLA.  Receipt of check for $61.50. ER-22, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends Mr. Riggs check for $48. Requests he sends back that amount in cash. ER-23, p. 188\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends her check for $48 plus $27 cash - altogether $85. ER-22, . 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Mrs. Hoyt continues to injure the cause at Madison with \"her little George \u0026amp; his Hatchet\"--leaves for Europe in July.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. London. Legation of the U.S. in London. Replies to Regent's Appeal to raise funds among those in foreign service. ER-3, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends vouchers for last account. ER-22, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Subscription lists possibly lost by express company--express companies charging Association for some packages--the fair a success--only a few ladies of former association served at the Fair--difficuties in connection with the fair--during Mrs. Hart's vice-regency, only $51 were made at a fair--$2000 made at this one--Mr. Barret's note not paid yet--governor promises to pay but no reliance can be placed in him--collection not going well in state. ER-5, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Wishes to have Mount Vernon \"Gem\" designed by Billings to be sold for their statue fund, placed on sale at Mount Vernon. News clipping advertisement accompanies letter. ER-10, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regarding the arrival of her brother to the Kirkwood house. ER-22, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. They were unprepared for her request for payment of Portrait note, and cannot pay it at this time--he understood their agreement to be that they should pay note by degrees as they could--she misunderstood him and he is sorry the Regent is anxious and disappointed about the note--sale of portraits and Record will eventually permit them to repay note--present business stagnation affects sales--Mount Vernon sketch in Farewell Address not satisfactory for use in Harper. ER-D-83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland. Minor points of progress, interest in Vermont has flagged.  Lady Managers think they should resign, political news crowds out Mount Vernon news. ER-11, p. 230\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Check from Virginia MVLA for $250.62. ER-23, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Offer from Mr. Ferro, \"the lecturer on Italia.\" ER-22, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes two receipts from Mrs. Ritchie (VR of VA) - for $116.67 and $250.62. ER-22, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Says will be in New York - if needs anything to contact Mr. M.C. Bestor at Mr. Riggs' office. ER-22, p 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Baltimore nomination for President of the U.S. unwelcome and has caused him much work - the second office then tendered him, after convention adjourned, giving him no way of refusing without serious results to ticket.  \"The Union of the States has, I fear, a very short time to endure.\"  further comment on coming election. ER-9, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Says lecture and exhibition on Italia brought poor return ($26.50) and expenses ran over $20.  Requests Mr. Riggs to ask APC what to do with them. (actually it lost money). ER-23, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. She has examined receipts and finds everything in order--[Devereux affair]--goes to witness Japanese reception. ER-23, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Hopes she enjoyed the Japanese reception.  Informs her of Mr. Fern's letter regarding loss at the Italia Exhibition. ER-22, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Check from Mrs. Greenough for $564.65. ER-23, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Devereux's account with MVLA accurate.  APC await my promised interview with Mr. Brown.  Failure of bill to aid Mount Vernon to pass Congress mentioned. ER-23, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Deputation from Chestnut St. Female Seminary wishes audience with Regent. ER-16, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regarding their opinions of Congress. Notes receipt of check from Mass for $564.65. ER-22, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hopes to have a proposition prepared for tomorrow, subject to his suggestions. ER-D-82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Sends him his thoughts on affairs relating to fund--believes if Miss Cunningham would adopt his ideas and officially call on public to respond, the treasury would benefit greatly--Farewell Address dedicated to Mr. Everett would meet immense success---the slight advance every month would bring a large return to Assoc.--could thus reduce by installment the $2000 out of their returns--also, matter referred to in verbal communication he could gradually pay out of his portion of the half returns--his services to the Assoc. include gratuitous aid of Express Companies--although Miss Cunningham says she cannot pay for more than 12 pages in May and June numbers, they will have to print 16, as promised in their prospectus--must have money for 12 pages on Monday to get it out. ER-D-86\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Lebanon, LA. Notes sent $17.50 to Mrs. Morse and the gift has not yet been acknowledged in Mount Vernon Record. E-427\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington.  Re: Bill to return Mount Vernon, failure to pass House; surprised at opposition and despairs that Congress will act in this patriotic endeavor.  (see p. 95 - brief of letter dated Dec 17, 1860) ER-4, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment for service rendered as private secretary and \"washerwoman.\" ER- 16, p. 8316-83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Greensboro. Bank of Cape Fear. Check for $426.57 from VR of North Carolina, Letitia Walker. ER-23, p. 199 23-199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses payment for fund. ER 23, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sends Regent by Mrs. Ritchie, remainder of names of Va. Subscribers taken from list in Archives of State, also accounts for all money that passed through Sec.'s hands, some unpaid subscription, doubts if they can be collected.  Names have been ready a long time awaiting Regent's orders. ER-16, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $426.57 from Mrs. Walker noted. ER-22, p. 12322-123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Sends $4050.55 from Mrs. Anne Hunt, VR for Mo. ER-23, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Returns the original note and Account of the Devereux's--they are safer in her possession--will bring the suit at once--papers will be out for this month and for July. ER-D-40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, extracts from letter. Sec. McMakin had written for Mr. Comegys' opinion on legality of \"Charter having been made amendment of first one passed by Legislature\", gives explanation of action, asks how far and in what way it places Association under control of first charter. ER-11, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo small fragments. Cooper Seminary, Dayton, Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends Report with checque for $511.45--leaves Mount Vernon matters in hands of Mrs. A.J. Aikens (Envelope addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Notes receipt of check from Mrs. Murat (VR-Fla) for $37. ER-22, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has not yet recovered from the shock of yesterday's discovery--desires to see Miss Cunninigham to be assured of her confidence in him and to discuss his role in future publication of the Record and his relationship with Association. ER-D-16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Has sent subscribers' list Devereux and Sons, and $188 for Washington portraits. ER-14, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mr. Devereux desires to see Miss Cunningham at 1 o'clock today. ER-D-110\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Mme. Murat's check--Devereux's brother told of the terrible affair--he was horrified and will do all he can to make restitution--cautions him not to pay anything except to Miss Cunningham --there may be another draft presented. ER-23, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Money was long before sent to Mr. Riggs in Washington, D.C.  Probably names of contributors not published because were too many and \"will no doubt appear in due course of publication…\" ER-428\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of at least two letters, in writing of secretaries Mary McMakin and Sarah Tracy. Regent cannot act to relieve financial embarrassments of Devereux and Co.--information reaches her that George Devereux has no other support for his family since financial crisis except money furnished for Mt. Vernon Record and Portraits--demands to know if this is true--must have written agreement about Portraits to be supplied Mt. Vernon--half of money sent to Devereux and Co. for portraits is supposed to have been sent to Mr. Riggs as their donation [There is also a copy of this letter] ER-D-125, ER-D-126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Her pain over his nonfullfillment of his obligation to Mr. Mitchell--assents to her paying the debt and deducting it, but would prefer to pay it himself out of Aug. advance--cannot talk to her about other matter until he talks to his brother--great anxieties to which the publication of Record has subjected him although he realizes its great services to Assoc.--must talk over with brother the statement she sent--if Record is crushed, their hopes for future go with it, too. ER-D-102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Barry have agreed to MVLA sale of its Virginia stock.  Will be done when deemed advisable. ER-4, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Unable to see Mr. Brown--desires to know her decision in regard to May and June nos. of Record--he is in painful position--hopes she will permit him to go ahead with the Record and thus begin to adjust terrible difficulties in which he is involved. ER-D-71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Must have perfect understanding in their present business transactions--will submit to Mr. Brown a \"Proposition\" for their guidance in present situation. ER-D-93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Private. Notes receipt of draft for $650 presented to him.  Says it is a forgery, he believes.  Enquiry of APC as to whether she ever authorized it. ER-22, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Miss Cunningham has had general interviews with Messrs. Brown and Devereux.  Mr. Devereux has left for New York - has \"run through $18,000\" of his mother's and wife's money - has also been the man forging drafts on the MVLA accounts.  Forged an acceptance of a draft in Mr. Riggs' hand for $1000 despite great financial loss, N.B. Devereux will continue to print the Record. ER-23, p.123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Forged note he earlier mentioned has been presented for payment.  Has been drawn and negotiated. ER-22, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wants a clear understanding before embarking on new duties so abruptly cast upon him--please study paper he gave Mr. Brown and see if it meets her approval--May Record is printed. ER-D-98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. His present terrible complications in business necessitate his having a definite agreement now so he knows exactly where he stands--has sent \"Proposition\" to Mr. Brown--he must know, if he is to carry on Record, what means of support he can count on--will labor earnestly and assiduously to repair damages to his name and prosperity. ER-D-96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Says Devereux's embezzelment has brought his brother to the state of despondency.  APC outraged.  Letter to Mr. Riggs has rather caustic tone. ER-23, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses receipt for $300--had hoped for $400. ER-D-90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. His troubles make him especially anxious that she understands him in relation to what is to be done about the Record--nothing can be decided until after May and June numbers are out--had to borrow $300 to get May Record from printer and $100 for paper--if she draws on Mr. RIggs, must write or telegraph him (Mr. R.) as a necessary precaution. ER-D-85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. May Records are sent--has Mitchell of Wisconsin resigned?--they need more material and lists of names for June Record. ER-D-94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Since his undesirable nomination many demands on him.  Note Mr. Cochran's \"desponding remarks\" in Mount Vernon Congressional action - will talk with C.F. Adams, Republican. Sends her newspaper copy of his oration which will be in pamphlet form. ER-9, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks her to authorize him to receive the amount owing to her or Mr. Brown from Mr. Godey (on reverse is \"Approved David Paul Brown July 14 1860\"). ER-D-81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Writes on Regent's behalf--appropriation bill killed in House--Miss Cunningham discovered forgery of her name to draw funds from Assoc. fund [by Devereux]--great loss to many people. ER-5, p. 188\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re his father's check for $276.50 given his mother in exchange for Mount Vernon funds she wished to send Regent.  Check not presented until after father's death.  Son offers to send amount as soon as check is located, so that legal procedure will cause no delay in payment. [Marginal note states: two oak trees were planted at Mount Vernon in memory of Mrs. Goodrich, VR-Conn, and Miss Sigourney.] ER-4, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Farmer's Bank, Dover letterhead. Draft to Mr. Riggs for $23.30. ER-23, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Written on behalf of the Regent. Note, not presented during his father's illness, when presented, son asks that it be returned to him for adjustment of payment. ER-4, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Miss Tracy's delicate health forces McMakin to the painful duty of informing him of loss to Association of $5000 through forgery of Miss Cunningham's name to checks by Mr. Devereux--she had thought such a thing impossible since Riggs was informed every check given Devereux and Co.--Devereux's brother to attempt to repay--others have lost money also--has placed matter in hands of D.P. Brown, upon Mr. Riggs' advice--asks his advice on keeping the matter quiet--the wretched man has escaped--only Mrs. Ritchie, Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Eve have been told of the affair--Miss Cunningham's distress over the matter prevents any mental exertion now--she has gone to Cape May. ER-D-18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria. Refers to a most unfortunate affair, the concealment of which might bring criticsim to the Assn. ER-3, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Concerns the Mount Vernon Record. ER-D-95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends Well Fargo draft for $1012.75, one of National Bank of New York - 11.00.  Recent Devereux ordeal has greatly affected APC's health - she has gone to Cape May for rest.  N.B. Devereux plans to try to repay debt to MVLA ($5000)  APC wants to keep the whole affair private.  Says account with Riggs now ought to be about $8000. ER-23, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re arrest of Devereux and settlement of his case. ER-13, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Devereux mistaken in statement that the Vice Regent of California ordered 1000 cop. of Washington portrait--it was 200.  Rec'd 200 \"Everett's no.\" which were distributed among Lady Managers, also some boxes from Devereux, 500 (portraits?) lacking and she has kept accurate accts.  Two illuminated Addresses paid for and not rec'd. \"Shocked and pained Congress refuses aid\". ER-8, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sandy Hill. Collected $200 and asks for instructions in depositing it. ER-3, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re Devereux forgery, agrees with Regent on suppressing unnecessary publicity.  D.P. Bown best legal adviser in case. ER-9, p. 293\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $1012.75 in Wells Fargo draft, $11 on New York bank.  Since last account he has paid out $4500 in repairs and materials to Mount Vernon.  Balance in account about $6000.  Will pay Mr. Washington $5000 and \"take the chance of something coming in to meet Mr. Herbert's Expenditure\".  Remaining to be paid to Mr. Washington is the last $1666.67 on last bond and the interest on the bond. ER-22, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Calls on D.P. Brown for an opinion, reports minor duties.  Devereux reports June and July numbers about ready. ER-16, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Minor matter concerning pay on $11 draft. ER-22, p.147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Brown answers APC of some kind of equitable settlement with NB Devereux.  APC impatient.  Mr. Brown recommends \"the strictest secrecy\" in this whole affair. ER-23, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York inclined \"to be fussy\".  Devereux brought list of delinquents today, he has suppressed undesirable allusion to Dallas letter--favorably inpressed with article for Mount Vernon Record.  Mr. Godey's son called re check sent, Devereux wishes part of it, will deliver papers to D.P. Brown.  Wishes to remain where she is as long as possible. ER-16, p. 38\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Misunderstanding re Devereux's partnership.  Has sent Mr. Godey's check. ER-16, p. 40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland, Vermont. Reports on money received, but interest in Mount Vernon seems to have waned.  Wants more portraits from Devereux, both Washington and Everett. ER-11, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Miss Cunningham prefers the \"dunning\" letters be written by him as editorial work,--she cannot take any steps in regard to Record until affairs of old firm are legally settled--in meantime he can be making Report of Portrait account, and plans for making paper self-sustaining--Miss Cunningham must report to VR's soon on the affair and her handling of it--she has placed affair in hands of Mr. Brown to decide legal action--until losses are covered by indemnification, no contract concerning reissue of Record can be entered into--Miss Cunningham particularly anxious about electrotype plates. ER-D-117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends copy of contract between Mr. Bradshaw and Association for new wharf and road; reports on bills paid and outstanding; plans for completion of buildings; building fence and enclosure around entire boundary except 1/2 mile of plank fencing- 200 yards to finish within sight of Mansion.  Mr. Slater and Mr. Steel, Eng and Scotch gardeners give advice on hedges - recommends native cedar; one kiln brick burned - 80,000 good quality. ER-3, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mentions article that has gone to Press, and Regent's surprise visit from Sec. Tracy. ER-16, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends copies of June Record--desired to prevent delay in getting the paper out, so some things are included which should have been canceled--intends to change Record soon and solicit advertisements to increase revenue--must not be late in getting out publications--wants $400 by Monday's mail. ER-D-4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Savage. Tracy is visiting her family.  Fails to find an old newspaper containing acct of Devereux forgery.  Mentions Mrs. Gittings, prospective VR, is Mr. Ritchie's sister.  Has a list of gentlemen who would act as managers.  Sends sample of beautiful printing for Association. ER-16, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Thanks Livermore for defending Everett's \"Mount Vernon Papers\" against attacks of NY paper.  Have brought  MVLA $13,000. ER-514\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received draft from Mrs. Cutts, forwards her $15.50 of it--hopes to hear from her regarding future purposes in regard to the Record.  A receipt from N.B. Devereux to A.P. Cunningham for $15.50, his half of Washington Portrait money. ER-D-68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Astoria. Sends $120 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-23, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports his action in Devereux Case - judgment served for $2000. ER-3, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Miss Cunningham has paid $400 herself--Record to be suspended for 2 months--Mr. Brown advises no action against fugitive [Devereux]. ER-23, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barnstable. Sends $8 from the school children. ER- 12, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. incomplete. Reasons why Miss Cunningham cannot follow Mr. Brown's advice in prosecuting forger, (Devereux).  \"Record\" on hand transferred to Assn.  Regent now computing amounts of contributions in relation to population of various states.  Commends NY for continued contributions. ER-1, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Cape Island, N.J. Concerning Devereux forgery case. ER-1, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Sends check for $10--introduces Mr. J.W. Derrickson, a Phila. broker, a sufferer in recent distressing affair [Devereux affair]--Mr. Brown advises Association to take no action against [Devereux]--Record will be suspended temporarily. ER-23, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Refer applicants to Derrickson business to him--discusses responsibility of Mr. Riggs in regard to forged papers he passed. ER-D-22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re appropriation from Congress.  Contributions small and hard to raise. ER-12, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. fragment. Boston. Recommends Miss Hamilton and  Mrs. Comegys most efficient advisers and friends in Mrs. Ritchie's absence. ER-9, p. 294\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. from George A. (Taylor?) of the Railroad Bank, Savannah, GA. Check for $336.87 for payment of dividends to MVLA. ER-23, p.229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Concerns unanswered letter from Miss Tracy to Mr. Berghmans--Advised daughter not to turn over money to MVLA until the \"clouds of war\" has passed away. ER-13, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Warrant issued for arrest of George T. Devereux, attempts to find him.  Is following advice of D.P. Brown.  Affair has caused many differing opinion in business circles.  Will see G.W. Riggs on his return.  Fears Association has been victimized to a greater extent than at first thought. ER-13, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Savage. Mrs. Weld suggests Mrs. Basil Gordon as VR-Md, but discusses two others.  Mrs. LeVert is in Boston; Mrs. Ritchie has sailed for Europe. ER-16, p. 86\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends check for $10. DC MVLA has done little for the cause. ER-23, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Endorses check for $10 which she neglected to send in previous day's letter. ER-23, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Informs her how to send remittances--difficulty with one of editors of Record make it necessary to suspend publication for 2 months--sends her 25 copies of last number to disseminate knowledge of doings of Association--congratulates her on success in South Carolina --Miss Cunningham suffers prostration of her energies now. ER-D-118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes visit to Mount Vernon and its condition. Laments that the furniture was not part of the purchase agreement signed by the Ladies. Notes dilapidated condition when Association took it over, repairs and improvements made, lack of furniture in house, criticism of J.A.W. and present caretakers. ER-2, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re Council and illness; Mrs. Ritchie, who always assisted in arrangements now fatally ill; E. Everett's cares absorbing his attention; and her own S.C. plantation needs.  Majority of VRs will determine date of Council.  Wishes large attendance. ER-11, p. 116\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has $500 in a New York bank for MVLA endowment fund. ER-3, p. 244\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Office of the Lehigh Crane Iron Co. Sends $20 in checks and list of contributors. ER-23, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $20 from Mr. Leedom \u0026amp; list of contributors.  Asks whether MVLA plans to reclaim from  the endorsers the forgeries that had been paid.  Answwers to be referred to Mr. Brown, APC's counsel. ER-22, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island. Constitution provides for annual Council; but last year unnecessary as VRs were raising funds.  Council necessary this year as John A. Washington has left MV and Association had to assume possession of Estate.  Regent wishes to combine first Council with final ceremony of taking possession of MV, and asks VR to select the date.  Asks VRs to preserve their letters for Association archives. ER-19, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Had interview with Dr. Morris.  No letter from Mrs. Gordon; discusses other possibilities for VR-Md. ER-16, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $10 from Miss McMakin. ER-22, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends draft for $90. ER-23, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re securing rooms for Regent.  Mrs. LeVert is in New York. ER-16, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Maple Hill, Southbury. First letter after death of her husband (Peter Parley); she is ready to go back to MV work, in which her husband was entirely in sympathy. ER-4, p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt from Miss McMakin of $90. ER-22, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt thinks Dec. 14, day of Washington's death, is best day for Association to take possession of Mount Vernon--Mrs. Hunt will be there if at all possible. ER-5, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Philadelphia artist who executed George Washington and Martha Washington portraits for Devereux and Co. suggests that he might carry on the work started by them. ER-13, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re running a boat to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Requests Macalester to use his influence upon Miss Cunningham to get permission to run a boat from Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Recommends Capt. Taggart and his proposition for a daily boat to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. Treasurer for the Illinois MVLA. Sends draft for $1000. ER-23, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. He and Mr. Brown to call on her today--Mrs. D. sends her fruit. ER-D-99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Concerning minor MVLA matters. ER-22, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. Re time for MVLA to take formal possession of MV; if it cannot be in summer, will vote for Feb. 22nd. ER-14, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hartford. Urges MV be cleaned up and made attractive, suggests G.C. Thornburn of Neward could do the work well. ER-4, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re daily boat service between Washington and MV. ER-13, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re daily boat service between Washington and MV, excepting Sundays. ER-13, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of draft for $1000. ER-22, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thousand dollar check received--send Miss Cunningham $77 from portrait money--encloses letter to Mr. Herbert, making arrangements for Baron Renfrew's visit to Mount Vernon--asks him to be at Mount Vernon to aid Mr. Herbert in receiving Queen Victoria's son. ER-23, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re running boat service between Washington and MV.  Boat 165' long, 27' wide, gives further details of construction.  Would pay Association 25% of passenger revenue, to be increased if number of passengers warrant.  Free passage for Mount Vernon Ladies. ER-13, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. \"Vice Regent pro tem Wisconsin\" Lack of interest by Lady Managers--tragedy of Lady Elgin steamer --reasons for lack of energy and patriotism in Wisconsin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Philadelphia. Formal note stating they will render soon an account on sale of G/W portraits. ER-13, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. He and Mr. Herbert saw President.  Seems Queen Victoria's son to arrive at Mount Vernon soon.  Riggs a little embarrassed to take the Prince to see Mount Vernon in its dilapidated condition. ER-22, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Miss Macalaster mentioned Regent is improved…does herself injustice in referring to her mental faculties as she does…as her letters are as clear as ever.  Discusses date for Council meeting at length, also of celebrating Association's possession of Mount Vernon.  Regrets Mrs. Ritchie cannot counsel her at this time - expects her return in Spring - commends her to Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Comegys.  Regrets South attitude toward him. ER-9, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham delighted he is to be one of the Baron's attendants. Southern Fire Eaters are very English in their tastes. ER-23, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses bill for portraits--Mr. David Paul Brown will be at his office tomorrow to sign agreement with her. Letter ER-D-9, Bill ER-D-10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. His trip to Mount Vernon with the Prince was a success.  Mr. Herbert did fine job preparing Mount Vernon for the visit.  Describes visit in detail. ER-22, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. North Hartland, Vermont. End of letter missing. Sends $75, irregular billing and delivery of MV Record settled.  Orders to Devereux not filled, will write new firm, regrets Devereux' conduct.  Looks forward to meeting the MV Ladies in person when Council meets and possession is taken of MV; suggests timne of inauguration good date for meeting. ER-11, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham interested in Mount Vernon reception of the Prince, but chides him for not sending her check she requested--wants full account of funds not invested. ER-23, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. He is unwell, would prefer meeting her on Saturday--will see Mr. Brown the same day. ER-D-97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Apologizes for forgetting to send check. Now encloses check for $77.  With that withdrawn, $348.88 in MVLA account.  Used $2000 more of Treasury notes for Mount Vernon repairs. ER-22, p. 166\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receives check from Riggs for $77 APC \"distressed at the state of the Treasury\".  Says Mr. Washington owes MVLA for certain boat receipts. ER-241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Philadelphia. Asks for detailed statement re proposed continuance of boat service to Mount Vernon, to lay before Vice Regents. ER-1, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Citizens Bank of Louisiana. Check for $50.ER-23, p. 270\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Prefers Feb.22 to Dec. 14 as date of taking possession of Mount Vernon. ER-17, p, 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Staten Island. Asks for date of next Council meeting, so she can make her winter plans by it. ER-4, p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddressed to Miss Johnson, although Christie Johnson was no longer secretary for the MVLA. Date is written on letter and appears to be accurate. Encloses circular she has sent to the Masons.  Hopes for substantial aid from them. ER-12, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mendato, Minnesota. Writes that Mrs. Sibley has been confined to her room, seriously ill for 4 mos.  Ernestly desires that her resignation be accepted, and her successor be appointed, so that every effort may be made to raise Minn's quota.  Explains the extreme financial troubles in the state. ER-11, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends dimensions of rooms; recommends hall be covered with old cloth; paid Mr. Bradshaw $1000 for work though work was delayed.  Old portico has been pulled down and new one is being built. ER-3, p. 301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Encloses order for $693.50. ER-23, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Approves Feb. 22 as date for taking possession of Mount Vernon and recommends Grand Council to be held at that time also.  Sent Mr. Riggs $694 making total Mississippi contribution $4642.19.  Reports appointing a Lady Manager in Milliken's Bend, La., unrepresented before, the home of her daughter. ER-14, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re Association's proposal to change terms of contract re boat service.  Gave John A. Washington 1/4 gross receipts, free passage for his family, carried his freight.  Contract with him dated Aug. 1850; wish to continue on same basis.  Boat company has paid stockholders no dividends in nine years, and company is still in debt.  Company will sell its boat to MVLA. ER-3, p. 240\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Southerners having trouble cashing cotton drafts with banks - will this affect the Southern VR drafts to Mr. Riggs?  APC highly concerned over status of MVLA Treasury. ER-23, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Learns that steamer Thomas Collyer contract is to be terminated, makes proposition to build a new steamer if Association will give exclusive rights of transportation of Mount Vernon visitors; will pay Association $1800 for privilege; or 25% on all visitors, will repair new wharf.  Encloses itemized estimate of receipts probably if his plan is accepted by MVLA, as $8580. ER-3, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Reports on amount contributed ($97) on bills; asks about grates for library and dining room and kind of coal wanted; re Mr. Bradshaw's forfeit. ER-3, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re a specified run, but thinks present plan better for both MVLA and Boat Co.  Gross receipts for July 1859 - July 1860 were $6696, which minus 1/4 paid was $1674. ER-3, p. 240\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. If his plan is accepted he will make 4 trips per week from Apr 1-Sept 1, 3 trips unless prevented by weather during other mos.  Boat to leave Washington 9:30 a.m. and remain at Mount Vernon 1 3/4 hrs., will also carry all freight of MVLA, its officers and employees free. ER-3, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Suggestions reach him too late to carry them out.  Says Mr. Yancy did not denounce Mr. Everett.  Mr. Ritchie has confidence in E. Everett. ER-3, p. 244\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Difficulties in getting in touch with Mrs. Goodrich, Miss Hamilton and Mrs. LeVert. ER-15, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Acknowledges receipt of \"opinions\" he has sent.  Regent concerned that enthusiasm to continue contributions wanes now that purchase has been made.  Mount Vernon plans await Lincoln's Declaration.  Exultation in accomplishing purchase is now overshadowed by uncertainty of the country's future. ER-11, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Cannot afford to change contract for boat to Mount Vernon.  Have run boat for 9 years, without much profit.  Doubt another company, though it may make better offer, can do it cheaper in fact. ER-4, p. 106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Cannot meet Miss Tracy's request for a meeting in New York - but asks that Miss Tracy write and she will answer back as she feels very strong on \"the subject.\" ER-4, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Had interview with Mary Morris Hamilton.  Seems to favor retaining Bryan and hiring better boat.  Mrs. Ritchie's letter to Miss Hamilton re Regent's residence at Mount Vernon, question of furnishings, which will cost $400-500, table service, etc., freight, insured send by schooner. ER-15, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Fears she will not have bills ready to send Regent but will show them to M.M. Hamilton.  Is told Mrs. LeVert has left town.  Asks about Maryland.  Will attend an auction for furniture. ER-16, p. 90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Conference with Capts. Wilden and Taggart re boat Logan.  Will make daily or tri-weekly trip as you prefer. ER-13, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Pleased to find merchants gave 5% and 10% off cost on Mount Vernon bill.  Comments on political affairs.  Mr. Lincoln's election. ER-15, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Asks him to send enclosed letter to Regent; hopes for a favorable reply. ER-8, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Elected President of Alexandria, Mount Vernon Turnpike R.R. Co.  Board hears Association is opposed to road, asks for official statement from Association; company does not wish to interfere with their cause, but to aid it. ER-8, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends draft for $1000. ER-23, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of check for $1000 from Miss Hamilton.  Tells her not to sell Va. State bonds - if Virginia leaves the Union, Mount Vernon will leave to go, too. ER-22, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends $11 check.  Says \"political intelligence of this morning\" (election of Lincoln?) spells \"the death knell of the Union.\" ER-23, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Assures Regent of her continued loyalty and zeal.  Will institute agencies all over State and report results.  Lincoln elected, Union not dissolved.  In the Grand Torch Light procession (1000 torches) saw banner \"Mount Vernon the Golden Link of the Union\".  E. Everett's speeches will doubtless go forward.  Thinks Tenn. bound for Union.  Suggest Prince of Wales might contribute.  Has written between 1000-2000 letters for Mount Vernon, and willing to write 1000 more. ER-10, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Asks whether she should forward subscriptions, between $1300 and $1400, or place them at interest there.  Suggests asking some of the Lady Managers to attend ceremonies when possession is taken of the Estate. ER-10, p. 92\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regent planning to pay Mrs. Comegys a \"long visit\"; she is worn out by the polical prospects, and wishes to consult with her and her husband on future plans for Association.  Short quotation written on page from E. Everett's letter, Aug. 22, 1860, to Regent, recommending her, in Mrs. Ritchie's absence, to Mrs. Comegys and M.M. Hamilton as \"efficient advisors and friends\". ER-17, p. 86\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment. Notation that \"in Cora's\" absence APC would \"find most efficient advisors and friends in Mrs. Comegys and Mary Hamilton.\" Other notations \"v.9, 294\" and \"Mr. Malrin to Comegys, Nov. 15, 1860\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. In order to make final settlement without jeopardizing the opportunity to raise further funds for maintenance of property, she proposes that the terms be consummated  privately and the contract placed in the hands of a third party. RM-523, ER-4270\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thinks present staff can prevent damage to estate.  Will place extra man at tomb.  Old vault has been well enclosed with high paling fence. ER-3, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hartford, CT. Offers 10 or 20 copies of new volume of her poems, profits for planting trees, shrubs or hedge at Mount Vernon.  Note by Mrs. S.E.J. Hudson also in folder says no known plantings at Mount Vernon in honor of Mrs. Sigourney or Mrs. Goodrich, who had both requested them. ER-4, p. 52-53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. He has already paid Post Office dept. $10 through Jan. 1861 for P.O. box--agrees it is fair for Association to pay half--he has paid over $20 to letter carrier for outside letters (he charged a cent on each). ER-D-104\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hagerstown. Peter J. Adams, William Marr, and Lewis Schindel \"Judges of Election\" enclose $7 contributed by voters of Hagerstown at late election for Mount Vernon fund. Given to the Mayor of Washington, D.C. James G. Berret to deliver to MVLA. ER-23, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Is she to assume possession of Mount Vernon on Dec. 14? ER-5, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham plans visit to Mrs. Comegys. ER-15, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re his being denounced an \"Abolitionist\" and lengthy statement of his activities from young manhood. ER-9, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Mr. Herbert has bachelor accommodations at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Herbert and Mr. Bryan consult with her re boat service.  Mrs. John A. Washington dies of apoplexy. ER-15, p. 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo handwritten extracts of a letter from Sarah Tracy to Margaret Comegys re: the Bryan boats to Mount Vernon and controversy between Mr. Bryan and Mr. Herbert. ER-17, p, 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Herbert says the \"road company\" is determined to get railroad; if Association will not aid they will keep matter before public to secure its favor and force Association to yield.  Suggests an article in newspapers stating MVLA's objections to road might forestall company's plan.  Mr. Herbert thinks them a \"pack of swindlers\".  Mr. Varnum favors such an article, suggests conferring with Mr. and Mrs. Comegys.  Mrs. Hyde is ready to go to Mount Vernon with Sec. Tracy as soon as weather permits.  Mr. Herbert has 4 bedsteads, 2 in his room.  Mr. Washington is there. ER-8, p. 76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. North Hartland. Re date for meeting and taking possession of Mount Vernon.  Hopes Congressional aid will be given MVLA.  Gives views on impending civil difficulties, John Brown, etc. ER-11, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Waveland. Re deed to Mount Vernon property. ER-9, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regent remembers her visit to Mrs. Comegys' home with pleasure. ER-16, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks what MVLA funds onhand now are [in pencil - $4,402.79]. ER-23, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Herbert hurt foot badly.  Furniture arrived.  Miss T. plans to go to Mount Vernon with Mr. Hyde.  Boat to run 3 times a week after Dec. 1, between Alex. and Mount Vernon.  Plan for Miss Cunningham's arrival. ER-15, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Seeks Mr. Comegys' counsel re an undesirable plan being developed for a railroad between Alexandria and Mount Vernon with terminal near boundary of estate.  Gives reasons for her objections. ER-1, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. APC planning to go to Mount Vernon - upset at being unable to cash at NY bank a check on a Georgia bank. ER-23, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Forwards a letter from Mr. Brown that \"amazed\" sec. ER-16, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mansion looks shabby; kitchen utensils lacking; discusses curtain material for library windows suggesting turkey red; may purchase tables in Banquest Hall from John A. Washington.  Chairs good enough; Supt Herbert has satisfactory servants - a \"free negro\" man who is jack of all trades and cook, a young mulatto for house work.  Advises Regent to adjust her boat trip to Mount Vernon to avoid a large group of visiting soldiers from New Haven. ER-16, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Agrees with Regent that the proposed railroad would injure Mount Vernon property. Suggestions for newspaper replies to attacks on MVLA in Washington papers.  Hasbrouck continues efforts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Check from St. Louis VR for $1373.52. ER-23, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans. From the President of the Constitution Club. The $81 raised to support the Bell and Everett campaign for Presidency is to be turned over to the Mount Vernon Association as a most worthy patriotic cause in which E. Everett has been zealously interested. ER-10, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes check from VR of Missouri that total MVLA funds now $4402.79. ER-22, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent moved to Washington last winter in order to work more effectively on counteracting public's idea MVLA needed no more funds; VRs in most states cordially approved action.  Contributions had almost ceased during summer; repairs at Mount Vernon urgent.  Public's interest must be re-awakened.  Planned for 1st Council and formal taking possession of Mount Vernon on Feb. 22 with E. Everett as orator, but pending crisis in U.S. makes postponement of plans necessary.  Every effort to guard Mount Vernon will be made.  Workers will be \"protectors\" without extra pay.  Largest part of work upon walls and outbuildings completed before John A. Washington left Mount Vernon; that on Mansion may not require much more.  Regent will make Mount Vernon headquarters for Association to save expense and protect place, and she had also have \"her private resources\" available here.  Regent goes south in a few days to settle her father's estate. ER-19, p. 79, 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for salary.  Two months salary in advance from Dec. 15th to Feb. 1-5, $66. ER-16, p. 92\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. She and her father commend the Appeal.  Too busy to call on Regent lately.  Lady Managers at Easton and Harrisburg have asked Edward Everett to lecture in their respective towns. ER-13, p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports severe snow storm; discomfort living in Mansion; first to ride over new road; Mr. Herbert's fine service; repairs on out buildings, Mansion window sills, and Portico; need for protection.  Alexandria gate closed, river entrance (25 cents) used.  Financial crisis ends railroad problem.  War prospects alarming. ER-1, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Received leaves from Mount Vernon--will ask Mr. Everett to lecture there--are reports true that they will take possession of Mount Vernon on July 4? --this may help allay bitter feeling between North and South--will take at least a year to complete canvassing state of Missouri. ER-5, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Requests his cooperation in certain financial transactions, mentions the new insight she has gained during her residence at Mount Vernon.  RM-523, ER-4271, 4 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent attempted to stimulate public's flagging interest in contributions to Mount Vernon--due to political situation.  Planned to raise funds for repairs, partly through publicized formalitites when MVLA takes possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, during Council.  VRs, with two exceptions, approved.  Must postpone plans and guard and protect Mount Vernon--for this Regent will move Assn Headquarters to Mount Vernon.  Largest part of repairs on walls and out-buildings completed before John. A. Washington left.  Workmen on Mansion not needed much longer.  Regent goes South soon to settle father's estate. ER-16, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge.  Mrs. Greenough's deputy for Grand Council, Mrs. H.'s powers as \"attorney for Mrs. G.\".  Advisability of date for Council questioned, unfavorable weather and intense political stresses may effect VRs. ER-12, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. South Carolina's \"fatal mistake\".  Called on Mr. Riggs, does not advise speculating with Association funds at this time.  If money comes from Missouri Legislature, put it in State Bank.  Advised paying John A. Washington, who would give order on Boat Company. ER-15, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Waveland. Sends order to G.W. Riggs for steamboat receipts up to Dec 31, 1860.  Thanks her for invitation to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Waveland. Asks that $300 be paid Burke and Herbert, premiums paid from June 2, 1858 to June 2, 1861 on insurance Mount Vernon Mansion and deduct same from steamboat receipts for which he sent order on Jos. Bryan. Marked, \"Paid out of receipts from Jos. Bryan\".  Signed G.W. Riggs 1861. Reverse side marked paid, J.A.W., Jan 9, 1861. ER-9, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Waveland. Concerning steamboat receipts and contract. ER-23, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saint Joseph, Missouri, Brother of George C. Thorburn, engaged to lay out Mount Vernon grounds, died.  His brother John applies for position of gardener at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 112\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Strictly private. Enlists her services in planning an unusual and brilliant affair to break Washington apathy.  Suggests excursion down river to Mount Vernon, and orator to give address there. ER-1, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Addressed \"Dear Patriot.\" Calls this \"her Valley Forge\" - funds low - public apathy towards MVLA goal. ER-17, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy of letter. Explains Regent's consent to introduction of Bill in Congress asking aid for Association.  Bill defeated by lack of necessary two-thirds vote. ER-11, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Re Devereux forgery - Association loss through workman's prior claims for services rendered. ER-1, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 letters, undated, drafts of copies.  Re Devereux note and forger, and securing the Mount Vernon Record. ER-1, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft.  Regent annoyed at continued problem of crowds pouring into Mount Vernon at all times.  Declared railroad in any hands would be objectionable. ER-11, p. 106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Called on D.P. Brown -- says Derrickson's will do as directed. ER-16, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Congratulates her on success of excursion and securing Mrs. Chesnut as VR-SC. ER-16, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Has sent him several volumes of the \"Record\" and GW portraits, hopes he can sell them to visitors (though she realizes it to be outside the realm of his duties) as the MVLA desperately needs funds. ER-11, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Mr. Washington says he has sent Riggs an order on steamship co. for all sums due to Jan. 1, 1861--please let her know the amount--this is only source of funds left to them for a long time to come--uncertainties of mails now. ER-23, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Thinks majority of country are in a bewildered state and \"waiting\".  Money market revived some, want and misery not so prevalent…Doubts stories of Charleston's misery.  Advises her not to go to Rosemont until things are quieter.  Visit to Mrs. Eve. ER-15, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Back page clipped. Copies papers sent to Mr. Brown for Mrs. Comegys, Mr. Herbert and Regent.  The proposed road (rail) would make 3 entrances to Mount Vernon grounds instead of 2, would necessitate a new gravel walk.  Asks Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to send their opinion of road to Regent.  Short, undated note on opposite page. ER-15, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks instructions for the settlement of financial matters between himself and The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. RM-523, ER-4272. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Mr. Bryan has paid $1600 to Association--had to pay $300 insurance under terms of purchase--Mr. Bryan promises to pay more when accounts of boat are made up--fewer people going down to Mt. Vernon beause of condition of country--no money coming in and fears no more will come. ER-22, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Friends advise going to New York, but is \"unwilling to believe in Civil War.\"  Dr. Norris has not written re Gen. Stuart's plan.  Re Queen of England's tribute to her dead.  No mail rec'd.  Sec. has been ill with fever. ER-15, p. 20\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd Regent's letter from Augusta.  Questions her attitude toward Association but hopes Regent will \"stand by\" in spite of northern elements.  Has been unable to secure newspapers giving accounts of Mrs. Berghman's wedding, but gives brief statement of her memory of accounts.  Devereux well again.  Speaks of political clouds gathering. ER-16, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Receives letter from Supt. Herbert re entrances, encloses copy.  Entrances by Lodges called \"White Gate\", not desirable to dispense with it.  Railroad men have to survey the grounds, and are very annoying.  Letter from Pres. of Railroad just received.  Suggests Regent bring back one or more of her own servants.  [Encloses copy of letter from Herbert to Tracy, same date] ER-15, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. South Carolina. Explains \"historic\" citation to her location.  Rains and swollen streams prevent her reaching home  Spent 2 weeks with Mrs. Eve. ER-11, p. 118 and ER-1, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Hopes Regent will arrive at Rosemont safely.  E. Everett in Washington on errand of peace.  Mails slow. ER-15, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Mr. Thorburn who had applied for position at Mount Vernon, writes apologizing as he read of his brother's appointment in newspaper, but thinks Mr. Herbert may need an asst.  Asks how she shall answer inquiries aboout Regent's being a Secessionist.  Again ill with fever. ER-15, p. 24\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. Will reply to Mrs. Hopkinson's questions that over $15,000 is at interest and Regent does not wish to touch principal.  A friend thinks Queen of England would contribute to fund, through Lord Lyons. ER-15, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Mt. Savage. Part of letter copied. Troubled because no answer to her letters from Regent.  Rec'd letter from Mrs. Johnson's sec. (Miss Barr) acknowledging receipt of circular letter; says Mrs. Johnson is in Washington, and that probably nothing will be done in Arkansas for Mount Vernon until country is quiet.  Two visitors.  Boat to be laid up for repairs.  Encloses names of directors of R.R. Co. ER-15, p. 26-27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mt. Savage. No replies to her last 6 letters.  Regrets sending Regent Alexandria Gazette article.  Suggests buying the railroad's charter.  Collyer (boat) to be laid up for repairs.  Supt. Herbert anticipates increase in visitors.  For visitors now, small force at Mount Vernon.  Supt. Herbert's place in military co. is filled.  VR-Ohio glad you are to be at Mount Vernon, work in her state suspended until country quiets down.  Announces Mrs. Walton's death.  Mrs. Hopkinson sent $620. ER-15, p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Private. Deep concern that enclosed newspaper clipping (p. 172) may draw her into \"political arena\" at expense of Association's progress. ER-1, p. 173-177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Perplexed by problems arising because of the War situation, such as talk re the \"Peace Congress\" at Mount Vernon on the 22nd.  Has not heard from A.P.C. since her uncomfortable return to her home.  Thinks railroad \"will die a natural death in these hard times\".  Send letters to Alexandria as she will be leaving Washington in a fortnight. ER-15, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Rec'd Regent's letter of 7th.  Sends sketch of letter to Mr. Brown, but thinks he will advise ignoring newspaper item as no others have appeared.  Pleased to receive answer re her position in political situation.  Came to Washington a week ago.  Dissatisfaction that boat is not running to Mount Vernon.  Talked to Mr. Bryan about getting boat service at once, reported to Mr. Riggs.  Discusses living in Washington or Alexandria.  Contract for turnpike will kill railroad project.  Wants Alex. Gaxette to leave Regent alone.  Response from Circular letter by Vice Regents lacking. ER-15, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Rec'd note from Mr. Peabody, sec. of E. Everett trust fund in Boston - sends also $845.48, amount on hand.  Trustees have instructed him to dispose of securities and send money to Mr. Riggs. ER-16, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Receives Regent's letters regularly.  Boat trips to begin Sat.  Washington is crowded.  Alex. Gazette articles copied from Southern paper, but evidently went no further.  Saw Miss Willard of Troy and Mrs. Phelps. Mrs. Barry glad Regent is at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Advises Miss Cunningham to  maintain her position as a national not sectional woman.  If the Alexandria Gazette article is to be answered - silence is better - then publish the complete correspondence involved with no comment.  ER-3, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies of previous letter in writing of Sarah Tracy, each with minor changes. Re article in S.C. newspaper, copied in Alexandria Gazette.  Regent is a national character in her office at Mount Vernon.  Advises silence upon all \"agitating subjects.\" ER-15, p. 33, and ER-3, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Private. Portion of letter clipped off.  Rosemont. Sec. Tracy fails to locate Alexandria Gazette item (see p. 172).  Mother opposes Regent's going to Mount Vernon.  Refuses to resign.  Plan for railroad from Alexandria to Mount Vernon unsuccessful.  Sec. Tracy lives with Washington friends 2 1/2 mos. Reducing Association expenses. ER-1, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Doubts if letters are tampered with.  Rains were severe.  All advise being quiet about Mount Vernon.  Keeps boat running for any who want to come and advertises it, but nothing special to attract as public is not excited.  Peace Congress may visit Mount Vernon in body.  Will go down to Mount Vernon this week. ER-15, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Has just seen Mr. King re having a Post Office established at Mount Vernon.  He will give order before Tuesday.  Regent, or Supt. or sec to be Postmaster. ER-15, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Clarendon Hotel, Washington, DC. Visits Mount Vernon.  Portico and house being painted, windows washed and much clearing done.  Many visitors.  Supt. has $200 and wants to put Gen. Washington's room in order, plaster, paper, paint.  Can get chairs from Mr. Lewis, dressing table used by Washington.  Roof needs immediate shingling.  Asks what to do about porch by Library.  Mrs. Berghmans visits Mount Vernon, and wishes to bring Mrs. Lincoln by boat; invitation sent by Association and accepted. ER-15, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Application to him from a man in Boston. ER-22, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, DC. In compliance with Mrs. Lincoln's desire to visit Mount Vernon, offers the Thomas Collyer (steamboat) for her party. Also copy of Mrs. Lincoln's reply.  ER-1, p. 138; ER-15, p. 38\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Executive Mansion. Writing on behalf of Mrs. Lincoln who accepts their invitation to visit Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Clarendon Hotel, Washington, DC. Difficulties with mail.  Mount Vernon is made a Postal Depot and Supt. Herbert the Post Master.  Superintendent has bought kitchen utensils and has $240 left from receipts since Dec.  Reviews Supt's recommendations re mending Mansion roof promptly, order for cutting shingles; putting Washington's room in order, charging fee to it and keeping guard there; furniture for the room.  Many visitors.  Mrs. Berghmans' plan for Mrs. Lincoln's visit, rain and children's having measles deferred trip indefinitely, final arrangements. ER-15, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, DC. Receives her letter of Feb. 21 and 22.  Mr. Lincoln not invited to Mount Vernon, and Mrs. Lincoln's proposed visit kept secret.  Re Gen. Washington's room, thinks plaster can be mended, room painted and wait for paper.  Wind carried away covered passage to Kitchen, and one side Judge Washington's porch.  Mr. Graham and she get prices in Alexandria for bedstead, dining table, mahogany chair, rocking chair (rockerless), curtains, pillow case.  Describes Mrs. Lincoln. ER-15, p. 36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Lincoln and party went to Mount Vernon on Tuesday.  Encloses short news clipping re same. ER-15, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Went to Mount Vernon, John A. Washington  on boat.  Mr. Herbert will send an official account of condition of Gen. Washington's room.  Laths are not decayed, plaster can be mended, paper is badly discolored, woodwork to be painted, windows can be altered.  Stays at Mount Vernon a few days, fits sitting room carpet.  Mansion is in tidy condition.  Library porch can be fixed.  Plants in greenhouse and vegetables in hot-beds in good condition  Describes Mrs. Lincoln's visit.  Patent office will send Mount Vernon seeds. ER-15, p. 40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Hears through Sarah Tracy that Regent at Rosemont.  Explains work for which she is paid, teaching a pupil, and reviewing books for Publication Society but has prospect of  public school position.  Urges Regent to return to Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. In looking over list of Vice-Regents, saw none listed for MD. Why?  Earlier MVLA had asked her for assistance in this endeavor - she was unable - now however, she offers her services.  Feels that more than purchasing GW's home the MVLA can help bond together women of North and South.  Wants to use Record to bring \"political influence of women more before them.\" ER-13, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Visits Mount Vernon, finds Mansion clean and in good order, some rooms habitable.  Men are sanding paint.  Vegetable garden has peas, strawberries in blossom, plenty of lettuce.  Road to be finished soon, contract does not provide for repair of all the road.  Supt Herbert offers a walnut extension table for temporary use. Re keeping 6 dining room chairs; room for Mrs. Matthews, floor coverings, furnishings for Regent's room.  Plans for Regent's trip and arrival at Mount Vernon.  Asks about painting sitting room. ER-15, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Sent box and other articles Mrs. Beale was keeping for Regent.  Lately learns of small sums for portraits sent by Mississippi; asks if they were not rec'd, thinks this only case of \"money enclosed\" for portraits being lost. ER-16, p. 276\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Greenough in Boston $500. ER-22, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mails delayed by rains.  War news suggests mails will be stopped.  Is roof of porch to be propped up - will prevent painting end of house.  Colonnade blown away.  Silver plate can be bought for $28.  Re repairs of boat, rising costs, E. Everett at Cincinnati, hiring someone to come on with Regent. ER-15, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. From Oregon, $320.57 - Hopes more will come in to support Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Will attend to furniture to be bought at auction.  Mail may stop any day.  Thinks Regent cannot spend summer in S.C.  Thinks she will go to Mt. Savage.  Mr. Riggs sends box sent to him from Baltimore jeweler with oval gold and jet brooch with Houdon profile of Gen. Washington, also two smaller pins.  Hopes Regent will go to Columbia. ER-15, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Supt. Herbert sends estimate on repairing room (Gen. Washington's?), regrets her decision to prop up Library porch, will paint sitting-room.  Hopes Regent will soon leave Rosemont. ER-15, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Issues a 4 page Peace Appeal addressed to the VRs of Mount Vernon, urging a Peace Convention at Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 54-55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Private. Written on behalf of APC - quite ill.  Asks him to request Gen. Beauregard and President Davis of the Confederates information on whether war to be carried to Virginia soil.  If so, she is anxious to remove to Mount Vernon since she feels her presence there will be Mount Vernon's greatest safeguard. ER-300\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Description of mail servic. Arranged to communicate with Miss Tracy through Mrs. Walker of North Carolina. Now has Mrs. Fogg of Tennessee mail her letters. Fears Miss Tracy has fled the area of Washington City. Wanted Miss Tracy to go to Mount Vernon and she will join her when her health permits. Asks Riggs to ask General Scott to forbid soldiers going to Mount Vernon. Wants Mr. Herbert to know she consents to repairs of Washington's bedroom, \"removal of the roof of the porch in order that the painting of the outside of the Mansion may be complete, also that I wish the colonnade (the one not blown down) to be so well repaired or propped that it will stand as a model to rebuild the one removed by the storm.\" Think boats should be stopped to reduce danger from Northern soldiers. ER-23, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Concerned over statements that Lincoln will blow up public buildings in Washington if city is in danger from Confederates--worry about Washington relics in Patent office--begs him to get interview with Lincoln or Mrs. Lincoln and offer Mount Vernon as safe place for relics during war--if so, she must get additional force to guard them there--doesn't fear Southern soldiers, for they are gentlemen, but northern army is composed of every type--fears they may even fire Mount Vernon--must hold Va. bonds--sum due from Steamboat Company--Mr. Everett has $6000 on deposit--suggests Mrs. Riggs make Mount Vernon her place of refuge during war and become its guardian during her absence. ER-23, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Keeps writing letters for fear mails may be closed, but has little hope that they reach Regent, so reviews former correspondence.  Baltimorians attack northern troops, could not telegraph, mails curtailed, expected women to leave hotels.  Mr. and Mrs. Riggs suggested my going to Mount Vernon, went few days later.  Supt. Herbert gone to Washington to adjust all he could.  Fears attack on Washington, families leaving city, crowds coming in.  Mr. Ritchie leaves Richmond to join his wife.  Supt. Herbert may have to join army.  Hopes a friend in Va. will join her.  Mr. Riggs advised dismissing all workmen, but two.  No boat.  Visitors scarce.  Will send Regent her summer clothes if she so wishes. ER-15, p. 45-47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends check for $500, Mrs. Greenough's collection in Massachusetts. ER-23, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Rec'd Regent's 3 letters.  Goes to see Mr. Riggs and Gen. Scott.  Fears northern troops will be placed at Mount Vernon on plea of protection  Gen. Scott assured Ladies protection, when sec. said she was assured of such action by Va.  Reported to Mr. Riggs.  Mansion insurance paid to June 2, Mr. Riggs will take care of it then, but can promise little re checks a week ahead.  Servants: Priscilla and sister, woman to wash every week.  Dandridge and Emily have left.  Presence of Ladies at Mount Vernon its greatest protection.  Nothing to be done except work 2 men can do.  Two white men necessary for protection.  Comments on length of enlistments, war equipment.  Mails running.  Has Miss Cunningham's things ready to send her.  Gov. Pickens' speech makes protection of Mount Vernon difficult. ER-15, p. 48-49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. A.L. Mount Vernon. Regent asks sec. to write him of Regent's \"total inability to write\".  Has been ill and troubled with her personal business affairs.  She is at Rosemont, no plans for returning to Mount Vernon.  Due to conditions of nation and low funds of Association, all repairs have ceased except what 2 men can do with materials on hand.  Boat stopped, have few visitors, small force for protection of Mount Vernon.  Regent has obtained assurances that under no plea will troops be placed at MV--\"she feels that if any place in the country will be free from molestation it will be Mount Vernon\". ER-15, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Administration will not stop mails; Tracy sure she can get mail south, great irregularity with northern mail since Baltimore trouble.  Garden provides asparagus, fruit trees lade; no sugar, tea or coffee.  Regent left Hoffman.  Mary McMakin expected.  Preserves rec'd from New Orleans.   Mansion roof leaks badly.  Will take $100 to shingle.  Supt. Herbert draws money from Burke and Herbert bank, so have $493.50 in safe at Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Barry has about $400 to send Mount Vernon.  May use linen drugget on floor. ER-15, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Will carry out Regent's instructions re preservation and care of Mount Vernon.  If Regent permits, he thinks he can attend to Confederate soldiers at Mount Vernon satisfactorily.  Will see Col. Terrett as Regent requests.  Gen. Washington's bedroom is plastered and painted, roof mended; Mr. Riggs' order to dismiss workmen will be carried out.  Mr. Washington's farm houses too far away to be injured by fort gun fire. ER-8, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, DE. Encloses clipping from Phil. Evening Journal, May 15, 1861, stating indignation at report Col. John A. Washington had removed body of Washington from Mount Vernon, with denial of false report; cites Association's agreement with J.A.W. in contract at time of purchase. ER-17, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typed transcripts. Washington, D.C. Does not believe southern army will get near enough to shell the city--does not believe letters are being opened--cannot ask authorities to move General Washington's effects to Mount Vernon--rumor Virginians have removed Washington's body--finances will not permit hiring guards at Mount Vernon--no \"reign of terror\" here--cannot get to see Genl. Scott to ask that Mount Vernon be made sacred ground--boat not running, but mails come through. ER-22, p. 179, transcripts ER-3210, RM-328\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Excitement in DC and NYC that rumors of removal of Washington's remains from Mount Vernon whether true or not he does not know, but not done by JAW. ER-22, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Delayed mails rec'd by both sec. and Regent.  G.W. Riggs will care for Mount Vernon packages.  Will send Regent writing materials.  Comments on conditions.  The Herald's article on Washington's body being moved to Va. mountains causes great excitement.  Supt. Herbert asks Sentinel editor to refute it promptly.  Tracy writes VRs and article for N.Y. and Phil. papers.  Soldiers visiting Mount Vernon cover their \"buttons\" with borrowed shawls, 2 or 3 at a time.  Several visitors since \"story\" was published, made $5.75 on Saturday.  G.W. Riggs' funds for Mount Vernon evidently low.  Supt. thinks Regent's plan for Mount Vernon as refuge for unemployed impractical; workmen can be had for half pay with half deferred; needs $80 per mo. for operating expenses, $40 during winter; has declined several commands of Army.  Wrote and received reply from Dr. Hodge. ER-15, p. 53-54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reference to dismal state of persons (and herself) over rumors of removal of Washington's remains to mountains.  Asks Mr. Riggs to send her copies of article stating this false information. ER-23, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Bryan says he has no money to give Association on claim for boat receipts--sends $520 for Mr. Herbert's immediate wants--knows nothing of Mr. Everett's funds--Mrs. Otis desires to know about clause in agreement which gives Mr.Corcoran control over tomb and half acre surrounding it--does not see how any more money can be paid on purchase. ER-22, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat and transcript. Requests that Northern armies take precautions when moving into Virginia, not to fire on Arlington House (where are many GW relics) or on Mount Vernon. ER-514 a,b\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Reference to General orders book of Seize of Boston with Gen. Washington's order, held by man(?) in Iowa.  Thinks it would be of little value, if official orderly book of GW is held by Dept. of State.  Reference to Great Britain's continued recognition of the United States. PS-537\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Suggests that Mr. Riggs draw on Everett's MVLA funds invested in Boston to pay JA Washington.  Miss Hamilton failed to arrive in Alexandria as scheduled.  Because of mail movements south, may have to send letters to APC in South Carolina by way of Kentucky. ER-23, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Military agrees to let Miss Tracy's mail through to APC, provided it is confined to matters of her \"own sphere of feminine\" concern, not to matters \"political or military\"  Funds by Mr. Bryan - $279.69. ER-22, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. ER-538\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat and transcriptions. Their difference of opinion in the country's war. Unlike APC, because of feeling for his community and country, he cannot remain neutral in the war.  Regards \"war as entirely defensive on the part of the North.\"  Sorry he and she differ on this \"unhappy contest…\" ER 516 a,b\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Last letter from Regent May 11, better send them via Kentucky.  Mrs. Berghmans and Miss Hamilton were in Washington.  Col. Stone says no need for fear of soldiers at Mount Vernon; gives passes to Mount Vernon servants.  Supt. Herbert decides to have a boy helper instead of man; Priscilla does housework, for which she is paid. ER-15, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiss Hamilton unable to go to Alexandria due to troop deployment there.  Wishes to visit Mount Vernon, but aware of situation there. ER-22, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Saddened by such communication as the enclosed--wishes some word from A.P.C. so she can speak and write intelligently of the present situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Asks Riggs to call in from Mr. Everett $1,000.00 (he holds $6000) and $500 from Mrs. Barry in Chicago to support Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon.  Feels need to have a white man at Mount Vernon to guard it. ER-23, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Speaks of the disruptions of war and the unifying influence of the memory of Washington.  Misses the Record and messages from the Regent. ER-4, p. 58\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Southern mails stopped since June 1; fortunate she is at Mount Vernon, hopes to get letters to Regent some way.  Supt. Herbert's sister from Loudoun Co. visiting few days; Alexandria taken.  Mount Vernon quiet, occasional visitor; Michigan newspaper man writes disturbing article.  Spent one night with Mrs. Riggs.  Miss Hamilton fails to visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Berghmans goes to Europe.  Mr. Riggs says about $6000 due John A. Washington, and E. Everett may have sum, which should be paid promptly.  Will attend to insurance.  Mansion roof leaks badly.  No letter from Regent since May 11. ER-15, p. 59, 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. Letter to Sec. Johnson, intended to be private, was seen by a Bishop who urged its publication: was done without Mrs. C's knowledge.  Regrets error re Sec. Johnson.  Wished to correct falsehoods about sectional feeling.  Tries to correct Regent's attitude toward northern men's chivalry and purpose in this war.  No need for anxiety for Association's welfare in the North. ER-13, p. 21-22 (Handwritten extract of letter ER-5, p. 173)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Cannot find out insurance value of Mount Vernon - not sure where to go or who will insure property on Virginia soil. ER-22, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Unable to reach Mount Vernon after troops went into Va. Asks about conditions at Mount Vernon, if roof leaks, if old portico has been replaced, if Miss McMakin has arrived.  Saw (false) newspaper's reference to Supt. Herbert and fugitive slave question. ER-14, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wrote a week ago.  Hopes to use Occoquan post office. Letters from Mrs. Fitch and Mrs. Goodrich.  Copies for Regent.  Miss Johnson's amazing letter sent by Mrs. Fitch and writes all northern VRs.  Sends newspaper articles re troops at Mount Vernon.  Superintendent known as Virginian, secretary as northerner.  Dandridge, Frazer and John A. Washington's \"bad\" servant, Edmund, went to Waveland, tried to stir up trouble at Mount Vernon with falsehoods, special spite for gardener, William.  Mount Vernon driver with cabbages for market stopped.  Supt. Herbert advised not to go to Washington; wants one white man on place.  Sometimes not visitors for days.  Can hear cannon fire.  June 22, saw Gen. Scott re passes, receives orders needed.  G.W. Riggs warns her about letters to Regent. ER-15, p. 63,64, 65,67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has rec'd copy of circular Christie Johnson is circulating.  Gives reasons why VRs should ignore it until Regent's wishes have been ascertained, as Regent knows nothing of it.  Has sent copy to Regent and will advise VRs on receipt of her reply.  Country's crisis makes Regent's return uncertain and places great responsibility on Secretary; determined to keep Regent advised on all affairs.  Sec. Tracy has been at Mount Vernon some weeks, place quiet, Regent's action to prevent soldiers being placed here effective. ER-19, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letter in Philadelphia paper accusing Miss Cunningham of residing at Mount Vernon and sending correspondence south--will correct this in paper and say secretary from N.Y. is residing there. ER-22, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent told her to call on Mrs. Comegys when in doubt. Until recently rec'd instructions from Regent regularly.  Reviews her own actions at Mount Vernon, concern about Miss Johnson's circular.  Regent's great effort to keep Mount Vernon neutral.  Fourney's article re Secessionist corresponding with Gen. Beauregard via Mount Vernon.  Denied it promptly, but thinks a VR should make press denial.  Sec. has been to Washington only twice in 2 months on official business re passes; also Riggs family and a cousin. ER-15, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft copy. Thanks him for orders clearing recognition of (Mount Vernon) passes through military line.  Asks that he and Gen. Scott ignore the false newspaper articles re correspondence to and from Mount Vernon, assuring him of her strict adherence to the restrictions of military orders.  Asks if she may continue sending letters to Regent through Occoquan post office. ER-15, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft copy. Mount Vernon. End of letter missing. Re Forney's article in Philadelphia  Press June 26, attacking Miss Cunningham; article refuting same in N.Y. Evening Post June 27.  Regent left Mount Vernon in Dec. ER-15, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Ignore Miss Johnson's circular - Showing attack on APC in the Philadelphia Press.  Totally unfounded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has sent to press a contradiction of article that APC is present at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten copy. Washington. Gen. Scott has no objections to her letters to Regent, but no references to be made re military matters.  Places  no credence in newspaper articles alluded to.  Glad to have right kind of correspondence between north and south maintained. ER-15, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approved editorial reply to attack on Regent.  Knows several papers have copied it.  Feels safe about Mount Vernon, knowing Miss Tracy and Mr. Herbert are there. ER-14, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Voices her indignation at attacks on Regent and offers her support in any defense undertaken.  Suggests a circular signed by all northern VRs. ER-4, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, Delaware. Asks them to insert accompanying letter, May 16, 1861, in columns of their \"excellent journal\". ER-17, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Re Mr. Fourney's criticism.  Advises Regent, now in S.C., to remain silent to avoid misunderstandings.  Mrs. Greenough in Paris. ER-12, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope only, letter removed. Note reads \"letter with envelope removed by Mrs. Fede, Dec. 25, 1953 - no index card made for this.\" Perhaps removed to curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of her communication re attacks on Regent.  Is anxious about Regent and asks Miss Tracy to keep him in touch with the Regent and Mount Vernon affairs. ER-13, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives four letters from Regent, first since May 15.  Reviews her action re Fourney article; Mr. Graham answers in Evening Post; article copied widely; VRs reactions vary; Hears often from N.Y.  Trouble to get anyone to stay at Mount Vernon, tries to get Mary McMakin.  Occasionally troops come, but make little money; have enough for summer; mentions deed and $5000 in relation to possible confiscation of property.  Sec. will make preserves.  Glad roof can be shingled.  VRs all write of unity and neutrality of Mount Vernon.  Will try to keep communication between them open. ER-15, p. 73, 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southbury. Re article on Regent published in paper.  VR-Conn tells Association to sign her name to any favorable statement it wishes to make re the loyalty and efficiency of the Regent in handling Mount Vernon affairs. ER-4, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Editor of Philadelphia Press failed to print contradiction of charges against Miss Cunningham.  However, did print Dr. Hodge's letter of reply to the charges. ER-22, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Fisher, who lives at Occoquan, is her faithful messenger; formerly worked at Mount Vernon.  Can hear firing between Washington and Manassas. ER-15, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports receipt of Regent's letters from June 28 to July 6 in one package.  Regent has rec'd all of her letters.  Wrote Mrs. Chace re Miss Johnson's circular to VRs.  Regent moved to Greenwood on railroad.  Dr. Hodge replies to Fourney article.  Hears continuous firing from Bull Run. ER-15, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter. Mrs. Comegys' (VR for Delaware) defence of Miss Cunningham against attacks upon her printed in the Press. ER-17, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. ER-22, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Notes several defenses of Miss Cunningham whose health is improving.  References to Christie Johnson and her high-handed methods.  Feels defenses will sucessfully quiet Miss Cunningham's attackers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Miss Cunningham's letter sent by way of Kentucky. Not received.  Much occupied.  Will write Regent soon re funds in his hands, low market for Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad.  Report of Regent's residence at Mount Vernon and Philadelphia Press made no impression in Boston.  Everett writes Gen. Scott, when troops began to move, urging protection of Mount Vernon and Arlington House. ER-9, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of letter. Has been to Washington twice - both times to see General Scott - about assurances Mount Vernon would be respected and to assure communications between Mount Vernon and Alexandria\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Published part of Miss Tracy's letter to her in defence of Miss Cunningham--sad state of country--sorry for Regent--\"we have all known many Miss Johnsons, and can understand perfectly the situation of our Regent.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Send mail to Secretary; \"Mount Vernon, near Alex.\" G.W. Riggs kind in all things, stays with family when in Washington.  Came to see Gen. Scott re pass, soldiers stacking arms at Mount Vernon, Col. Townsend's help to suppress Gen. Scott's printed order; writing article for Intelligencer; may send article to Baltimore Exchange and New York Times. ER-15, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. No advice re Mount Vernon proposed publication--nothing has been done to change General Order. ER-3, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regrets he did not stop printing of General Order no. 13. ER-3, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Corrects false statement printed, that Mount Vernon had been overrun by bands of rebels; Association has had full cooperation of Military; no southern soldiers entered grounds; N.Y. Volunteer Co. only ones to refuse to obey regulations. ER-15, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re General Scott's order of July 31. ER-14, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brattleboro. Glad to get Sec's letters as they gave information that allowed her to contradict reports circulating re Regent and future of Mount Vernon.  Comments on war problems.  Asks how much has been paid John A. Washington and if Mount Vernon is now held by MVLA.  Asks for facts re repairs, improvements, etc., so she may have them published. ER-11, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Mount Vernon. Secretary has been in Washington several days.  Short account of Prince Napoleon's visit.  Has sent message re funds in his hands to Regent.  Some annoyance from federal soldiers--no Southern soldiers on place.  ER-15, p. 86\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat and transcripts. On politics and war policies - his own views defended.  To pay last bond, borrowed $9000 from his bankers and $1000 cash on Mount Vernon bonds in railroad stock. ER-517 a,b,c,d\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. No letters from Regent lately.  Reviews last letter she wrote to Regent.  Roads to Alexandria open again.  Several groups of unarmed soldiers visit Mount Vernon.  Describes unexpected visit of Prince Napoleon and escort, serving him lemonade, a luncheon, providing for Prince's rest, providing mules for their carriage trip back to Alexandria. Receives Mrs. Chace's reply to Fourney article.  Difficulties with mail.  Rec'd letter from E. Everett.  Mary McMakin has offer of teaching position.  Mr. Fisher brings letters as they arrive, refuses pay. ER-15, p. 81, 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has recently rec'd two letters from Regent who is at Greenwood; sent her letters from E. Everett and Dr. Hodge.  Uses both U.S. and Southern postage; Mr. Fisher carries mail 9 miles to Occoquan,  furnishes him pass across lines.  Relates her adventure returning from Washington, accompanied by a 14 yr. old boy; had \"pass\" but left Alexandria to find road barricaded; went across a field, through a farm, troopers lifted buggy over fence, tried to reach blacksmith's house but had to stay at stranger's house which was surrounded by soldiers who were expecting an attack momentarily; proceeded in morning, past barricades--soldiers were Poles from N.Y. 31st.  Describes briefly Prince Napoleon's visit.  Superintendent Herbert tells soldiers that Association requests arms stacked. ER-15, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Fisher has not appeared for 10 days; needs new \"passes\" since McClelland has taken command.  Servants can't get to Alexandria.  Soldiers everywhere from 2 mi. this side of Alexandria to Mr. Riggs' house.  Has been preserving pears and peaches.  Soldiers behave well. ER-15, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Philadelphia. Advised his daughter not to pay bonds until \"clouds of War\" are over, and fate of Mount Vernon known.  Expects his daughter home in October. ER-15, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letter of Aug 13 received from Sarah Tracy, enclosing letters from Dr. Hodge and Mrs. Comegys.  Had sent letters in June to R.V. Johnson (?) vainly hoping to reach friends, recites at length difficulty with mails.  Gratitude for Mrs. Comegys's answer to newspaper attack on Regent; Sarah Tracy's loyal, efficient service; refers to Grace's death.  Spent summer twelve miles away in peaceful spot. ER-17, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lexington. Check for $70.50 with another (Illinois Bank) for $1. ER-23, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Rec'd Regent's letters of 11th and 20th on return from Washington.  Gen. McClelland revokes all passes, serious with mails.  Gets page for herself but none for servants.  Confederates have taken blacksmith, Porter Smith, Priscilla's and J. Dandridge's father, and gardener, William's brother-in-law, frightening Mount Vernon servants and making federals more strict.  Explains funds available, Mr. Macalester's attitude, complications re insurance.  Soldiers behave well.  News of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie.  Warns about censorship.  Arranges for repairing Mansion roof. ER-15, p. 91, 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Townsend is Assistant Adjutant General. With pass and order he encloses, Tracy is given \"every protection it is in the power of Gen. Scott to give\".  Not possible to prevent annoyance and even some danger-…in such cases she should refer to commander of troops. ER-16, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Few of Regent's letters lost.  McClelland revokes passes; Federal pickets within 3 miles, road blockaded; decides to run blockade. Saw Col. Townsend at Headquarters, then President Lincoln.  Receives pass for herself and Miss McMakin.  Is \"doctress\" for Mount Vernon area.  Mr. and Mrs. John A. Washington die within year, leaving 7 children; his will explicit, no trouble with heirs, G.W. Riggs had deed.  Fourney's last attack on Mount Vernon.  G.W. Riggs advises Regent's mail for Miss Tracy be sent to him.  Many well behaved soldiers visit Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends a clipping from newspaper attacking Regent.  Has put same in hands of D.P. Brown, who wrote so strong a denial of charges there were difficulties in having it published. ER-3, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for supplies.  Sorry accident occurred to boat. ER-15, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Investments have been made in several states with consent of Regent and advice of Treasurer.  Hopes Macalester's investment of Mount Vernon funds is good.  No question in her mind of the continued character of Mount Vernon during and after the war. ER-15, p. 88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Encloses statement for expenses and work done on new wharf, removing old wharf. ER-23, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Regrets any embarrassment he had in paying check handed him by her friend Mr. Henry La Reintrie--her baptismal name is \"Sarah Jane\" but has used \"Christie\" for years--cannot understand why Miss Cunningham used \"Sarah\" in this check--hopes this explanation is satisfactory. ER-23, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft.  Dr. Hodge sent D.P. Brown's reply to Fourney attack, for which she is grateful.  Criticism of MVLA in money lost by Devereux.  At request of Regent she has resided at Mount Vernon for 5 mos.  Have had many annoyances but heads of depts at Washington have been kindly and Confederates have same spirit--none on place since May 27.  Federal soldiers constant visitors...perfect respect and propriety.  Communications with Regent very irregular. ER-3, p. 254\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Not sure of date of Miss Tracy's appointment as secretary--insists check was signed by Miss Cunningham and sent to her by David Paul Brown--cannot understand his reluctance to pay it. ER-23, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Acknowledges receipt of check for $77.55 from G.W. Riggs. ER-23, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Minor matters - First he has heard from his Virginia friends in a year. ER-518\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. She helped nurse a soldier who came to Mount Vernon and became ill during the visit. She and Mr. Herbert split responsibilities around the estate. Must go to \"Head Quarters\" to discuss the steamboats with authorities. Folder also contains excerpts and transcriptions. ER-15, p. 98 and ER-16, p. 102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy, probably written by a friend for Miss Cunningham. Communication becomes difficult.  Suggests Miss Tracy, \"married friend\" and Superintendent Herbert remain at Mount Vernon - ample garden supplies, servants, etc.  Plans for both Armies to ensure Mount Vernon safety.  Cites funds to be used in crises.  Sale of Virginia Bonds undesirable.  Relies on Tracy's good sense. ER-1, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. copy. Thanks him for defending her position to General Scott. Has heard disturbing stories about herself being told in Alexandria that are without foundation. ER- 15, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, excerpts of letters from August and October. Re visit of Prince Napoleon and an investment made by Charles Macalester. ER- 16, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment copy to unknown Vice Regent. Writes in regard to the situation with Miss Johnson, past secretary.  Miss Cunningham cannot return to Mount Vernon and she must stay there. ER-15, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brattleboro, Vermont. Sends small amount of money, reports on Lady Manager who refuses to send funds until war is over.  Asks if Miss Tracy is at Mount Vernon and what conditions are there.  Encloses a short note to Miss Tracy. ER-11, p. 232\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy and excerpts. To officer in the U.S. Navy. \"King Philip\" boat brought large crowd under Major Russell who remained on board.  Asks confidential information on Major Russell's authorization, as such excursions must be prevented.  Extract, ER-15, p. 106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Captain I. Moses, Assistant Adjutant General. Requests General Heintzelman repeat to Division's officers Major General McClelland's order forbidding soldiers visiting Mount Vernon on Sunday. ER-15, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTranscription of original letter.  Re: her visit to Mount Vernon and personal matters. PS-326 Note on first page states the letter is at the Illinois Historical Society, and printed in \"Concerning Mr. Lincoln\", Stuart-Hay Papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. Mrs. Ninian Edwards (Elizabeth), sister of Mary Todd Lincoln. On trip to Mount Vernon pulled up 2 lilac roots to take with her. Other personal affairs. PS-327\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. by R. Taylor and Wm. Bowdoin. Alexandria. Photography company - visited Mount Vernon recently and were told they could not take photographs without permission of the MVLA. Writing to ask how they may obtain rights to create carte de visites of Mount Vernon. ER- 3, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Printed handbills to announce steamboat trips to Mount Vernon but not allowed to distribute them as the Provost Marshall refuses to let the boat run at present. ER-4, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mount Vernon. Secretary of War refused to allow Association-controlled boat to run to Mount Vernon, but \"irresponsible parties\" are now running daily trips to Mount Vernon.  Requests that \"South American\" be forbidden continuance of trips, and Association-controlled boat service started.  Extract ER-16, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Will be absent from Washington a few days on \"U.S. Sanitary Commission\" business.  Makes appointment with Miss Tracy on return, and hopes to visit Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses check for $943.50, balance of funds collected in state of Pa. ER-23, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. to Edwin Stanton, Secretary of War. MVLA wishes to resume its Washington-Alexandria-Mount Vernon boat service regularly twice a week, fees furnish \"only means of support\" for Mount Vernon.  During last two years no treasonable or other undesirable acts have occurred and Association will continue its vigilance in these matters. ER-15, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Many of the people at Mount Vernon have at various times come down with chills and fevers.  Has permission from Secretary of War Stanton to run boats to Mount Vernon again.  Raising money to rebuild greenhouse, need only about $100 to do it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Reminder of MVLA's request to have semi-weekly boat service from Washington and Alexandria to Mount Vernon resumed. ER-15, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Boat not permitted to run, but they live simply and comfortably at Mount Vernon--fresh vegetables and fruits on estate.  Fees irregular.  Last summer with boat running they made expenses, shingled roof, and made small repairs.  Boat stopped, cannot get it resumed.  Rec'd letter from Miss Cunningham, but she has rec'd none from Miss Tracy.  Asks Stanton's permission to write Regent a long letter, a friend in War Dept. passed it, sent it with note to Col. Ludlow of \"Flag of Truce\". ER-15, p. 113, 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. General McClelland has granted use of boat to deliver Mount Vernon supplies--names date she prefers.  Mentions furniture in Washington warehouse. ER-15, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Grieved to hear of Secretary's decision re boat.  Glad plants are alive, so desirable to preserve them.  Asks what G.W. Riggs can get for bonds.  Asks about concert in N.Y. to be given for Mount Vernon greenhouse.  Saw Mrs. Riggs in N.Y. who told her of her recent visit to Mount Vernon.  Asks when last word from Miss Cunningham was received. ER-14, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. To \"Dear Sir.\" Almost whole income of Mount Vernon derived from visitors admissions.  Has kept Mount Vernon repairs possible.  Permission to run boats to Mount Vernon again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Stanton now refuses to let boats run to Mount Vernon.  Unable to raise money for greenhouse.  Riggs wants to sell one of the Va state bonds (getting 60 cents on the dollar) needs consent of 5 of the Vice Regents.  Asks for her consent. Discusses the anxieties experienced by everyone during the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Costs of repair to greenhouse, because of fire, now estimated at $800.  $400 already promised.  She personally approves selling Va State Bonds at 40% loss.  Notes boats no longer running.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Agrees with repairs on greenhouse.  Favors doing so by a loan rather than the sale of the Virginia bonds.  Tried to get influential Senator to petition Stanton to let boats run to Mount Vernon - effort failed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Vice Regents from New York, Connecticut, and Delaware. Want \"injuries caused by late fire to the greenhouse\" repaired before winter. Miss Tracy estimates cost $800 ($400 to ge given by a private individual), remaining $400 to be borrowed on security of Virginia State bond. ER-17, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Re formal application for funds to repair Greenhouse after fire, repairs to begin at once - \"our first financial transaction.\" ER-17, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Grateful for \"kindly thought of authority to Supt. H. and myself for building Greenhouse.\"  No passes issued.  Will go for provisions without pass, hopes to return.  Confederates 3 mi. from Mount Vernon yesterday.  Sec. and Miss McMakin spent day at Picket Post.  Brings West Ford to Mount Vernon to care for in his old age.  Next day gets pass and sends provisions down by tug. ER-15, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Encloses form upon which Mrs. Comegys says he will loan the Association $400 [See under same date, Authorization for Securities] ER-23, p. 284\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Agrees to sell one of the Virginia Bonds, though reluctantly.  Looks forward to possibility of trip to Mount Vernon on next tour to the East.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Finds no competent carpenters in Alexandria for Mount Vernon work.  Washington man makes estimate on work for greenhouse, stating what materials Association should furnish.  Asks if shingles are cut round. ER-4, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Draft for $374.32, the balance of funds collected for Mount Vernon in New York. ER-23, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. New York. Asks his aid in general matters.  Brief synopsis of Mount Vernon during the war years - need for Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy's expenses to be met.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Wants to inquire whether possibly any spies or secessionists have been to Mount Vernon, conveyed to the \"enemy.\" Asks her to check into this and the average sum of the boat passage so she may figure what the Association is losing by its absence. ER-14, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks to what department MVLA should make its claim for damages due to discontinuance of boat service at rate of $500 per month.  Note added to letter: endorsement signed by E. Everett; Sec. refers them to Court of Claims, E. Everett places case in hands of Mr. Eames, lawyer in Washington.  Sec. of War refuses to let boat run. ER-3, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. US Government cut off boats to Mount Vernon (major source of income on grounds \"of military necessity for the purpose of guarding against illicit and contraband trade.\"  Sec. of War referred MVLA to Court of Claims for compensation for this loss of income.  Now wishes to file application before the court for the MVLA. ER-9, p. 300\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Has made application to War Dept. for compensation for not being permitted to run a steamer to Mount Vernon --fears no success in matter--should they sell securities? ER-23, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Re resignation, and appointment of successor. ER-11, p. 120\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon very quiet, passes hard to get, not 10 visitors a month, have no funds; G.W. Riggs wishes to sell Virginia Bonds, supplied Mount Vernon with money for year; Supt. due $2500 back salary.  Miss Hamilton, through E. Everett, tries to obtain indemnity for losses from discontinuance of boat service from War Department, but was referred to Court of Claims.  Spent 3 mo. in North Carolina because of nephew's illness.  Folder also contains excerpt and copy. ER-15, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Requests Sarah Tracy to call Grand Council, Feb. 22, in Washington.  Encloses draft for notice to be sent.  Asks Tracy and Supt. Herbert to attend.  Petition to Sec. of War and reply will be presented to Council for action. ER-14, p. 8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy sends her documents; wrote Miss Hamilton about selling bonds, as did Mr. Riggs, which induced her to ask that a meeting be called.  Would like to talk to Mr. and Mrs. Comegys if they can come to Washington. ER-15, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Salaries of Mount Vernon employees unpaid.  Sec. of War refuses to let steamer run.  Re calling a Grand Council for transaction of needed business if quorum of 5 can be secured - Writes VRs.  Asks Miss Tracy to send out notification of annual meeting. ER-3, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Miss Hamilton insists meeting shall be called.  Cold, ice, small-pox, bad roads, prevent them from going to Washington.  Asks Mrs. C. to come a week or 10 days before meeting to advise with her. ER-15, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Notice of annual meeting of the MVLA, called for Feb. 22 in Washington.  ER-15, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Annual meeting called at \"Sanitary Commission\" on Feb. 22, to discuss funds and management.  Eager to have quorum present. ER-15, p. 126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. No word from Mrs. Ritchie in a long time; reviews briefly how War prevented Regent's return to Mount Vernon, Supt, Miss McMakin and sec. residents at Mount Vernon during War, visits of soldiers, boat service, maintenance and management problems.  Association wishes to sell bonds; salary due Supt., meeting necessary, hopes she may attend.  Hears from Regent but seldom, Mr. Yancey's death a blow to her, urges Mrs. Ritchie to write Regent and urge Regent to write Sec. ER-15, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Announcement of annual meeting of MVLA, to be held Feb 22, 1864 in Washington, DC.  Important that many VR's as possible attend as many Mount Vernon matters require immediate attention. ER-429\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re Council, disapproves of Miss Hamilton's reply.  Urges Mrs. Comegys to spend a few days at Mount Vernon before the 22nd.  Comments on passes for Mrs. Eve and Mrs. LeVert. ER-15, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Riggs invites Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to be her guests at annual Council time; wants her to visit Mount Vernon first; says her salary adjustment can wait, asks increase for Miss McMakin--$100 and living expenses increased to $12 per mo., but is not enough to clothe her.  Wants Association to give a definite sum for coming year which Supt. and she will plan to live on.  Had interview with Mrs. Berghmans re boat service.  She knows President and Mrs. Lincoln. ER-15, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy (excerpts). Despite war and spending much time between enemy lines, has not affected Mount Vernon.  Little GW furniture remains in the house.  Later added synopsis of wartime period at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtracts from previous letter.  Objections to date of meeting; VRs find time inconvenient for travel; longer notice should be given; sending notices to Southern VRs only a formality; Mrs. Morse and Mrs. Hunt might come if given longer notice.  Suggests meeting to be held at later date, G.W. Riggs empowered to sell some bonds. ER-15, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re annual meeting for Feb. 22 required by Constitution; sends draft for notice to be sent VRs and Regent from Washington.  Sec. and Supt. Herbert asked to be there with data.  Miss H. (Halsted?) will urge ladies to attend, hoping to secure a quorum, will also present petition to Sec. of War and reply. ER-15, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Mrs. Goodrich's son writes that his mother is very ill, cannot attend next meeting, and he has placed her resignation in hands of Miss Hamilton. ER-4, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Mrs. Goodrich's son asks that the Association accept his mother's resignation as she is too ill to continue her service. ER-4, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Will attend Grand Council if her health permits.  Is 67 years old and not always well enough to travel. ER-14, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Report on securing quorum for annual meeting. ER-3, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Logansport. Agrees to attend annual meeting - her presence needed for quorum. ER-3, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brattleboro. Her delayed letter, with notice of VRs' meeting Feb. 22.  Has written Miss Hamilton she highly approves of meeting, make right disposition of funds in G.W. Riggs' hands, pay salaries due, to try to start MV boat again, etc.  Returned this week from attending her daughter's funeral.  If she is needed to make the 5th necessary for quorum, please notify her and she will make every effort to attend. ER-11, p. 232\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Replies to her request for list of subjects he thinks most important for next meeting.  Refers to completing title to property; Government ownership of MV; provision for salary in arrears; recompense for being deprived of boat earnings; sale of Virginia at any price; G.W. Riggs' attitude toward forged draft; E.E.'s ledger earnings in hands of his Trustees of endowment fund; subject to Regent's call. ER-9, p. 301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Miss Hamilton forwarded a package of letters which was lost. He wants to forward the substance of the letters to her that a sufficient number of VRs have agreed to be in Washington for meeting quorum; wants Tracy to be present with all papers, minutes, etc. \"to throw light on present and past conditions.\" ER-16, p. 114\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Grand Council will meet at 10 o'clock.  Asks Miss Tracy to bring all papers re steamboat, maintenance costs and conditions at MV; anything that helps to establish Miss Tracy as Secretary.  Have Mr. Herbert bring statistics on health conditions there. ER-14, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Depreciation of investments, and sale of same. ER-11, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Advises Mr. Riggs to sell Virginia bonds if possible. ER-13, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Assures him he is in no way liable for the Devereux affair--it pains her that he should offer to refund the Association. ER-23, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed and autograph copy. Washington. Authorization to pay Mr. Herbert his salary as he may desire it, and to Miss Tracy $150 per month for household expenses servants' wages, and her own salary, and $60 per month for laborers' wages, and $18 for Miss McMakin. ER-23, p. 293\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Account of her visit to Mount Vernon during the War, Feb. 24, 1864.  Account of trip by boat; 14 persons including Miss Tracy; describes camps along the river; Mount Vernon neutral ground; welcomed by Mr. Herbert; Mary McMakin also there.  Walked about grounds with Herbert who talked of experiences there during War.  Only portion or rooms \"made fit for occupancy\".  Dined in Library, gives bill of fare.  Registered in \"big\" book, paid $1.00.  Herbert gave each bouquet of evergreens, departed at 4 p.m.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wilmington. Before leaving Riggs' home, Miss Tracy said $150 month allowance was not sufficient for household, servants' wages and her own salary; needs $25 additional.  Committee has asked Mrs. Comegys to act for Association as she is near Mount Vernon, she consented, relying on Riggs' judgment and knowledge of affairs.  Refers to a paper she neglected to take Mrs. Fitch. ER-17, p. 106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Glad she has agreed to be presiding Vice Regent.  Hopes, but does not expect, to get 50% for Virginia State Bonds.  Financial matters concerning providing Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy with funds at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Returned to Mount Vernon very tired, has Minutes and Resolutions to enter, 18 copies to make and send to Ladies.  Saw Miss Hamilton in Washington re Resolution about funds, G.W. Riggs responsible for year, favorable report on excursion to Mount Vernon. Miss Hamilton satisfied with Council, conditions at estate, disapproves of increasing debt.  Saw Mrs. Little, Mrs. Ogden, Mrs. Farnsworth in Georgetown.  Boat question delayed.  Supt. Herbert wishes to sell 50,000 bricks made at MV, keeping enough to build Greenhouse and make repairs, Riggs approves sale.  Minutes not for publicity.  Superintendent needs phosphate, seed, etc. ER-15, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Permission to pay salaries \u0026amp; expenses at Mount Vernon.  Will \"run the machine until better times\". ER-22, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Judge and Mrs. Comegys think bricks better be sold at once, sum for Superintendent's phosphates, etc.  Mrs. Fitch has just left for N.Y.  Thanks Riggs for letter to President; if denied the boat, will be ready to double her efforts rather than turn MV over to Government or make changes in supervision during Regent's absence.  Tracy saw Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Riggs and Mrs. Comegys, only members of Committee present when last resolutions were presented; Miss Tracy did not know contents of resolution, adjusts salary matters satisfactorily. ER-17, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Permission to sell bricks at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re future financing of Mount Vernon. Recommends Treasurer sell securities and pay salaries, that Herbert, Miss Tracy and Miss McMakin understand that payment in future depends on income but that this does not give them authority to leave at any time. ER-3, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re reports of Committees for Council. Mr. Herbert pleased with authority to sell bricks.  Mrs. Farnsworth request to Sec. of War for manure, results in having too great a quantity sent here.  ER-15, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Calls on Sec. of War Stanton re running of boat to Mount Vernon - thinks it inadvisable now because of recent attacks on boat. ER-4, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Greenough is still in Europe and could not attend Council. Other Massachusetts ladies would not attend in her place as they would have no vote. She also chose not to travel there in the winter. Wrote her opinions on behalf of Mrs. Greenough to Miss Hamilton, but does not think she received them. Does not want Council to think Massachusetts not interested in Mount Vernon affairs. ER-12, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Forwards circulars she created for a Fair.  Asks for an exchange of photographs of the Ladies.  Feels amply repaid for her trip to meet the Association's Vice Regents even at \"so inclement a season\". ER-17, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Miss Tracy \"has been up two or three times since your epistle came\" (Mar 21).  Thought Tracy wrote Mrs. Comegys that Miss Hamilton's resolutions were not forwarded to the VRs, so all needed to \"register one opinion.\"  Friend of Mrs. Lincoln declared \"we were to have it,\" Stanton also favorable. ER-17, p. 114\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Chance that boat may run; as bricks were valuable why not reported at meeting; getting plenty of manure now; resignation of Mrs. Pendleton, VR-Ohio.  Mr. Riggs sees Sec. of War for MVLA cause. ER-3, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $600. ER-3, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Rec'd $600 from Mrs. Farnsworth.  Explains a \"seeming misconduct\" on part of some excursionists which he advises her \"to forgive and forget\". ER-15, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Castleton, Fayette County, Kentucky. Portrait of General Washington now in your possession is by Gilbert Stuart - Purchased for Alex Parker by George Beck - Bought by your grandfather at a sale of Mr. Parker's effects in 1825. - Jonette a pupil of Stuart says yours is one of Stuart's best copies of his great work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sign paper and forward to Mr. Riggs.  Suggests Miss Tracy send same paper to all VRs.  Herbert can plan to build.  Thanks Mr. Comegys for his efforts for MV.  Has no way to reach President of U.S. ER-3, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Advises her to authorize him to handle all financial matters without advice of the Presiding VR.  State of Virginia State Bonds. ER-22, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Makes another attempt to send letters to Regent; last APC letter dated Mar. 1863, great irregularity in mails.  Describes war time conditions in Richmond, gives prices for commodities.  Offers to convey Regent's mail to various points if she will trust her.  Saw Mr. Ritchie, who forwarded Miss Tracy's letter to APC; re MV meeting of VRs.  Mrs. Ritchie ill in Italy.  Gives much news of people during war period.  Mrs. Pellet kept her school operating during war.  Suggests selling Devereux \"tributes\" for old pasteboard as big prices are paid for pasteboard.  Refers to Mr. Yancey's death. ER-16, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Advises getting exact data re profits and various benefits from boat for Mr. Comegys to use in his presentation of matter and Mrs. Comegys' Appeal.  Sec. of War seems firm, and President will interfere only on \"great occasions.\" ER-14, p. 12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCortland Village. Complies with his son's request to give the Washington letter to Mr. Franklin who is very deserving. Although he considers this letter priceless. W-434\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Authorization to sell bonds.  Asks Miss Tracy to go with Mrs. Comegys to see the President as Mr. Berghmans is very ill.  Miss Hamilton says she has four VRs ready to go and hopes for a fifth.  Difficulties of VRs, including her own.  Will attend meeting on 22nd. ER-13, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Had first letter from Everett for more than 2 years at Christmas.  Glad to hear all were well and \"faithful to charge\".  Hope it was not necessary to sell securities but to borrow on them. ER-1, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Confides she wrote to Miss Cunningham in private to tell her about the Council meeting called and her opposition to it. Writes some of Miss Cunningham's reply. APC much distressed at the news of the interruption of boat service. ER-15, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham. Regarding a Mr. W (Williams ?) who has been asking for collections for Mount Vernon without her authority. ER-23, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. She also wishes Miss Cunningham was back at Mount Vernon to take charge. Discusses the devastating consequences of the war. A letter from Mrs. Fogg in Chattanooga explains the dire situation there. She should discuss plans to call a Grand Council in February with Mrs. Comegys. Difficult to raise money for Mount Vernon when the entire country is in hard times due to the war. ER-14, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Letter from Miss Tracy showing Regent not only \"lives\" but continues her interest in Mount Vernon.  Miss Tracy asks of notices for annual meeting are to be sent out.  Fears a quorum is impossible.  Dislikes Association incurring debts without funds to meet them.  Favors giving Mount Vernon to U.S. govt.  Boat not running.  Suggests Mr. Herbert and ladies live at Mount Vernon without salary, but if that is not possible, suggests putting respectable man and family there, rent free if he will care for buildings - suggestions offered as \"sheer necessity\". ER-3, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft copy. Rosemont. For several years Regent has not attended to official duties - now resumes them.  Regrets Mount Vernon had not a larger fund before War.  More than $4000 at interest in her section.  Asks G.W. Riggs for loan to Association to carry on work. ER-1, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Re calling Council for 1865.  Severe winter.  Boat may run in March.  Cites money A.P.C. has, suggests borrowing $4000 from Mr. Riggs and Mr. Mitchell.  Comments on E. Everett's death, fall of Ft. Fisher, disgrace of Butler.  Has interview with Mrs. Berghmans. ER-15, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notice of \"regular Annual Meeting\" of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union to be held on the 22nd of Feb. at 11 a.m. in Washington, home of G.W. Riggs, Treasurer. ER-16, p. 120\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Fears it necessary to call meeting of Vice Regents re turning Mount Vernon over to Government.  Charter states property reverts to Virginia if Association gives it up.  Mount Vernon not yet quite paid for.  G.W. Riggs had no direct settlement of E. Everett fund, doubtless Everett fund more than adequate.  Mrs. Riggs favors present method of administering Mount Vernon, need to meet current expenses for coming year.  Mrs. Mitchell may give personally.  Expects Miss Tracy next week. ER-17, p. 120\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asked G.W. Riggs' opinion on calling meeting Feb. 22.  Last year E. Everett reported securities for $7,433 in his trustees' hands, problem of selling them and also Virginia bonds.  Only Miss Hamilton and Mr. Eve favored disposing of Mount Vernon.  Mr. Riggs says it cannot be done because it would violate charter and contract.  Thinks Vice Regents can manage without borrowing.  ER-15, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Returns Miss Hamilton's letter, will not mention part re Mount Vernon \"inmates\" to Miss Tracy.  Hamilton told Tracy, Mrs. Mitchell, etc. she favored giving Mount Vernon to U.S.  Mrs. Riggs also fears \"debt\".  G.W. Riggs hesitant in his position, to give advice, other than to raise enough for year's maintenance through Vice Regents.  Thinks Miss Tracy has sent notice for meeting, quorum may not come, then must devise other plans.  Expects Miss Tracy this evening. ER-17, p. 122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Cannot attend meeting this year.  Comments on financial condition, and Mr. Everett's opinion that Mount Vernon should be given to U.S., but charter states it is to go to Virginia if Association cannot meet its obligations.  Asks Delaware's opinion on constitutional amendment. ER-3, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $100. ER-23, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has been ill for 2 weeks.  Aunt of Supt. Herbert died, exposure attending funeral gave her a cold.  Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Barry will attend meeting Feb 22; Mrs. Van Antwerp cannot come.  G.W. Riggs very reluctant to give advice.  Want Western VRs to raise money. ER-15, p. 165;  Extract, handwritten, ER 16, p. 119 Extract, handwritten, ER 17, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Cannot attend meeting; sends message for Mrs. Barry. ER-14, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Recommends daily boat to Mount Vernon and offer of Mr. James Sykes to run it. ER-2, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Accident prevents Mrs. Comegys from attending meeting.  Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Chace, Mrs. Berghmans present.  Mrs. Barry too ill in Washington to attend--no quorum.  Miss McMakin here, Miss Tracy ill at Mount Vernon.  Hopes for quorum tomorrow.  Miss Hamilton sent a sealed note to be given to Mrs. Barry.  She \"worships Mr. Everett and his memory\".  If Supt. Herbert and Sec. Tracy are not retained G.W. Riggs and wife may withdraw.  G.W. Riggs does not apprehend danger, dislikes Miss Hamilton's plan for man and his family to take over Mount Vernon care. ER-17, p. 126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Annual meeting on Feb. 22, 1865 was postponed to the 25th due to illness of Mrs. Barry and herself.  Mrs. Barry was in the chair.  Resolutions presented re Everett fund remaining; committee appointed at last meeting continued with 2 changes in membership; meetings to be held later in year; salaries and allowances at Mount Vernon to be continued.  Failure of attempt to collect claim from Congress for loss by discontinuance of boat service.  Enclosed resolution to be published in leading state papers. ER-15, p. 150\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Brunswick. Failure of their application and disgraceful proceedings on Inauguration Day--notices to be sent to Vice Regents--ask Godey's Ladies Book to insert it--country has corrupt and drunken rulers. (Envelope addressed to Alexandria, Va., dated Mar. 14)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Fragment, second page missing. Washington. Miss Tracy at Mrs. Riggs' yesterday.  Thinks she sent Mrs. Comegys notice of meeting; resolution re E. Everett drawn up by Mrs. Barry, condensed by Mrs. Mitchell and Miss Tracy. ER-17, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Fragment, most of first page missing. Mrs. Barry and Miss Hamilton very favorably inclined to E. Everett; reference to action in meeting (possibly re resolution and his portrait). ER-17, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Assistant Quartermaster's Office, River Transportation. Boat broke down last week but hereafter will call for her every Thursday, or Friday morning, depending on weather. ER-3, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Discusses recent death of Lincoln and comparisons of him to Washington. She is weary of all the turbulence of recent years. Suggests Miss Tracy acquaint herself with President Johnson that he might listen to the MVLA claims for war damages.  Feels afraid for Mount Vernon but should not give up hope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has plan for interchange of letters by postmaster at Charleston whom she knows.  Regent's August letter rec'd next January but no means of replying.  Another meeting held in Feb. with different VRs present from previous year.  Continuous inquiries re Regent's return to Mount Vernon.  Beginning to make a little money.  Mary McMakin went home for a visit; Supt. Herbert's sister at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 166\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Congratulates her on prospect of being relieved from care and anxiety of her position--hopes they can soon resume meetings--sends cutting from paper--recommends writing article explaining real state of affairs at Mount Vernon--Mrs. Riggs' illness--looks forward to meeting of all the Vice-Regents--fears interest created for Mr. Lincoln's memory may overshadow any appeals for Mount Vernon--wants slips of roses for a Fair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Doesn't know how they can get any income--suggests establishing a \"Manufactory\" near Mount Vernon for making articles of wood or building a greenhouse and employing enough men to make it profitable--her social activities for summer--would like small photos of views of Mount Vernon to sell at local Fair  (Envelope dated May 22, and addressed to Alexandria, Va.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Writes on behalf of his church congregation to ask permission for a group to come to Mount Vernon with a few children. They promise to maintain order and behave. ER-16, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. copy. Mount Vernon. Superintendent rec'd his request to open a pavillion at Mount Vernon, and replies he has no authority to comply and thinks such a place could not be profitable.  The bi-weekly boat trips are adequate for visitors.  Extract, handwritten, p. 107. ER-16, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hampton. Forced to refuse Vice Regency of Maryland as she has already undertaken all public work she can do, but suggests several women who might serve well. ER-13, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Advises Mr. Riggs of her course in replying to circulated letter from a Mr. Williams - sent to her through Miss Hamilton. ER-23, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Long, detailed account of her condition after the war.  All communication and transportation has been disrupted. She fears for Mount Vernon and plans to make it self-sustaining. She will go there when travel and health permit.  Describes her barren plantation and converting $34,000 into Confederate Securities.  Legacies planned for Mount Vernon, Superintendent Herbert, Secretary Tracy and Mary.  She despairs over debts.  Asks for news of Mount Vernon, the Vice Regents, and others. ER-11, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has had a low fever; Mr. Herbert and Miss McMakin also ill.  Mount Vernon is an unhealthy place.  Saw Mrs. Comegys's letter to Mrs. Riggs on Resolutions.  Has letter from Regent, can't answer half her questions.  Deposits entrance fees for July $576, totaling sum since May 13, $2356.25, not including boat percentage.  Borrowed $255 for food supplies; have garden planted, selling bouquets.  Boat running; paid debt.  Table linen worn out, she and Mr. Herbert used their own.  Receipts from plant sales go to Mr. Riggs. ER-15, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Rec'd two letters from Regent who does not get Miss Tracy's mail.  Mentions few facts for Mrs. Eve to write Regent; boat running since early June, visitors since April have paid Mount Vernon expenses; statement of debt to Mr. Herbert; he will raise crops to feed animals and people at the estate; have abundance of wheat, corn, little rye, cabbages, potatoes, etc.  Health conditions bad, someone always sick.  Public abusive.  Need a Council this fall with Regent presiding; meetings before were not Grand Councils but Annual Meetings.  Cannot write Regent about any confidential matters. Dr. Hodge rec'd Regent's letter and will write her.  Reports on VRs from N.H., Ohio, Conn., Me., Pa. ER-15, p. 152\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. draft. Rosemont. Great difficulty in getting and sending mail.  Much worried over Miss Tracy's long silence.  Has seen a newspaper report that Mount Vernon has never had so many visitors. ER-1, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports on boat co. and its services; bank deposits made; raising maintenance funds through selling bracelets from coffee beans; hiring a mulatto with her own money for work and trips to town; reasons for dismissing William, the gardener; buying seeds from her own money to plant flowers which later yield Mount Vernon funds for residents' maintenance; plans made for selling photographs to raise needed funds; news of Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Ogden, E. Everett and Washington children; urges Regent not to mention what she owes; unfavorable press comments on Mount Vernon; Mary McMakin's family wants her to join them in NY.  Fences need repair. ER-15, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received photographs and terms for supplying MVLA.  Last week seven were ill with chills and bilious fever.  Annoyed by photographers who wanted views to sell on percentage, which Regent disapproves.  Will send committee copies for approval, taken by Mr. Bell, gives prices, styles and profits, copyright.  Mr. Herbert needs $40 more per month. ER-15, p. 171;  Extract, handwritten, ER 16, p. 119, Extract, handwritten, ER 18, p. 130-1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Miss Tracy writes that Mr. Herbert needs $40 per month more for labor expenses and asks members of committee to authorize same; if it meets Mr. Riggs' approval, Mrs. Comegys agrees. ER-17, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Miss Tracy says several sick at Mount Vernon; has some photos of Mount Vernon she wishes Mrs. Comegys to see--wants to sell them at the estate. ER-17, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy has fever, tired from nursing others and poison of the atmosphere.  Has letter from Regent from August 26 but Tracy's letters had not reached Regent. ER-17, p. 134\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Agrees to $40 monthly allowance to Mr. Herbert--grounds and property need proper protection--hopes when Ladies meet, they will be satisfied with condition of Mount Vernon--they carried on during dark times without involving the ladies and now he hopes everything will be prosperous --the Everett people have money and stocks which can be applied to payment to Washington's heirs--hopes Miss Cunningham can be here soon. ER-22, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notes Mr. Herbert's request for additional $40 per month for labor at Mount Vernon.  If MVLA approves, he will send funds to Miss Tracy.  Reports contents of his letter to Miss Comegys (Oct. 6, 1865). ER-22, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Personal letter recounting terrible conditions on her plantation. The mail services are lacking.  Vacation is due Miss Tracy and Mary McMakin after all their years of service. She cannot spare the Superintendent. The Regent resumes duties after her total isolation. Discusses funds, payments due, crops at Mount Vernon, legal advice needed, newspaper criticisms, conduct of the Association, filling Vice Regent vacancies, calling Council, and her return to the estate. ER-1, p. 191 (Extracts in pencil, ER-11, p. 133)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Inquires if there is a map of 260 acres, MVLA purchased from J.A. Washington, and if he may have permission to use copy of it in his book, \"Home of Washington.\" ER-4, p. 114\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Writing \"Circular\" she planned delayed by death of an aunt living with them.  Refers to her own strong presentiments. ER-1, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. She has been ill, went to Washington to recuperate and returns tomorrow.  Rec'd Regent's letter sent by Mrs. Eve; news of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie; asks for order for money in E. Everett fund for last payment to John A. Washington's children. ER-15, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. Absent from state until War was finished.  Asks about funds needed for repairs and receipts by boat.  Unfavorable press letters.  Hopes Tomb may be put in good condition in Fall.  Criticism of women's undertaking is always severe. ER-13, p. 6\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Taking care of her mother who is ill. She is certain the laudanum was packed in the last shipment to her. Encourages her to check the container again if she has not thrown it away. They received her check. She will try to find hair dye to send in the next package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Officially resigns as Vice Regent. Plans to travel in Europe. ER-14, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re unfavorable printed letter in Post on Mount Vernon.  Similar one appeared in Boston papers 2 months ago and was answered by Mrs. Barry without refuting charges.  Itemizes criticism in Rhode Island paper in such manner as to give good statement of condition of Mount Vernon at that date.  Bedstead in Washington's room whittled away by visitors, tobacco stains on floors and hearth, etc.  Mansion is clean, paths and gardens tidy, paint in good shape.  No repairs since 1862.  Miss Tracy, Miss McMakin, and Mr. Herbert busy with crowds of visitors, and illness among help.  Made expenses this summer.  Photographers made views of Mount Vernon for sale.  Hears from Regent regularly now. ER-13, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft, extract from letter to Dr. Hodge. Draft. Her despair over condition of country and her disillusionment with United States--how can she move people to contribute to Mount Vernon cause when all the warmth for the cause has left her? ER-11, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Rosemont. Suggests Dr. D. may write the \"Circular\" she had planned.  Asks about the \"Record\".  Long account of her plantation difficulties, especially with \"labor.\" ER-1, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Order by the Trustees of Edward Everett's fund to pay all remaining money to George W. Riggs. Also, Miss Cunningham's letter to Riggs ordering payment at earliest convenience to the Washingtons by using funds from Everett. ER-11, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Forwards part of letter from Sarah J. Hale (Lady's Book) asking for information as she had seen an unfavorable newspaper article.  Asks for names of VRs living.  Mrs. Greenough expects to return next season. ER-12, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Complaint re irregularity of trips, made by boats to Mount Vernon, lack of definite schedule of boat trips posted in hotels and other places. ER-16, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtracts of multiple Sarah Tracy letters. ER-16, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. The action of the Grand Council under the 5th By-Law was without the sanction of the constitution.  The constitution must be adhered to or a new system must be adopted.  The Association must disregard the action and resume their powers under the constitution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. She misses Everett's guidance; Mount Vernon health situation serious; improvements needed for Superintendent; Miss Tracy's resignation, salary due; difficulties of success or ignorant of Mount Vernon history and management. Deplores criticism of her motives and war prejudices.  Sends David Paul Brown's opinion on \"committee's power\"; demands strict adherence to Constitution and By-Laws. ER-1, p, 201; Includes handwritten extracts of letter, ER-10, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Funds expected for last installment on purchase, and indebtedness to Superintendent Herbert.  Varied activities keep her busy.  Asks for order for $700 collected by Mr. Godey.  Mary McMakin goes home for Christmas. ER-15, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Praises Miss Tracy for her sacrifice in spending war years at Mount Vernon.  APC quite unwell.  Urges Tracy  to remain at her post. ER-1, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Feels confident he can raise the $5,274 (for Illinois) of the permanent $50,000 fund the MVLA seeks to create.  Progress will be better in the spring after completion of fund raising for the Lincoln Memorial Fund. ER-23, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Two letters. London. Her husband lost everything during War; has been abroad and very ill.  Wonders if Regent will call a meeting in 1867.  Sends her resignation to Association. ER-3, p. 286\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Tracy is going to Philadelphia and will prepare material on Mount Vernon; public wants to know how trust has been discharged.  Regent wisely kept affairs quiet but publicity is now desirable.  Lists data needed for reply in Lady's Book to inquiries, \"Who owns Mount Vernon\", which will show \"Virginia had very little to do with ownership... but\" it was purchased by a National Association. ER-13, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Mail difficulties continue.  Sends order for \"Godey\" funds to be paid to Miss Tracy.  Boston contribution may be enough to make \"last payment\" and also pay Mr. Herbert. ER-1, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Re Miss Tracy's resignation, urges her and Superintendent Herbert to remain, even for one year. ER-11, p. 130\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Because her health was failing rapidly she wrote full account of her financial problems, struggles since father's death, condition of her plantation since War, history of her physical ailments, serious problems connected with resignations of Miss Tracy and Mr. Herbert. ER-11, p. 123 (major portions of this letter copied or extracted ER-10, p. 25-33)  (misdated \"1865\" by A.P.C.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. To \"my dear friend.\" Regular mail routes are open again and a few of Miss Tracy's letters got through. Discusses her ill health and suffering condition of her country. ER-17, p. 136\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Expecting Regent at Mount Vernon and looking forward to seeing her.  Refers to last 5 years, relations with Association.  Reports difficulties during War period.  Boat trips begin soon. ER-3, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Hopes Regent is now getting her letters.  Sent her letter from Mrs. Ritchie relating her difficulties.  Threatens to resign.  Sold pictures on \"Boat day.\" Bishop Lynch of South Carolina says railroad service is improved.  Replies to inquiry about chemises. ER-15, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Mount Vernon. Understands Regent fears as it has been unsafe to ride alone in lonely places in Alexandria or in evening.  Trips will be tri-weekly.  Cleared $50 on photographs.  Today made first bouquets - sold for $4.25. ER-15, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Mrs. Ritchie's losses, travels, resignation.  Delayed mails.  Philadelphia friends oppose circular planned by Regent.  Reviews Miss Tracy's 3 letters with Association news.  Urges household linens be bought from picture sales.  Asks about New Orleans sale of books and pictures. ER-1, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mary wrote result of investigation.  Discusses appointments of VRs. In Maryland Emperor Napoleon has made gift to Mrs. Murat to offset her War losses.  Tries to locate Mrs. Morse and Mrs. McWillie.  Buys linens, has a sewing machine, seamstresses extremely scarce.  Comments on her manifold activities necessary now, selling photographs (made $600).  Chills and fever prevalent.  Urges Regent to come soon. ER-15, p. 176\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Few days under Miss Tracy profitable for Miss Mitchell.  Mr. Peabody to return to America. G.W. Riggs' help needed.  Inquires re prospective VRs in N.J. and N.Y.  Regent too impoverished to live at Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy's successor - lady resident of tact and ability to deal with North and South.  Considers E.P. Marks. ER-1, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. She feared death so wanted to put her affairs in order, but is now recovering.  Questions her own wisdom in calling Grand Council in Fall, season unfavorable to her own interests.  Wants to have Mr. Peabody raise funds among Americans abroad. ER-1, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. More recommendations for obtaining information re prospective VRs. Mrs. Goodrich, VR-Conn resigns.  Judge Breckinridge's (Ky) misunderstanding.  Bishop's recommendations.  In whose name inquiry made, concern for Mrs. Eve.  Emperor's donation to Mde Murat.  Suggests writing army personnel  for information re Mrs. Morse, Mrs. McWillie, and Mrs. Walker. Mrs. Chesnut (S.C.) died.  Re funds received by Mrs. Berghmans and photograph sales requiring time of one person.  Recommends remedies for Mr. Herbert's chills. ER-1, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Problems of post war South.  Election of new Vice Regent for New York to replace Miss Hamilton.  Regent  does not choose only advises - up to the Council as to who will be her replacement. ER-1, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rec'd Regent's letter of 6th; sorry her and Mary's mail has not reached Regent.  Mary's devotion to Miss Tracy and her sick mother.  She and Mary catch fish for breakfast, Mary fell in river.  Suggests Mary go down to travel with the Regent, urges her to come soon as possible.  Labor difficult to get for Mount Vernon.  Selling photographs and bouquets.  Many of their plants died in the winter.  Thinks Mr. Peabody will not contribute much to fund.  Urges that Mr. Herbert be allowed to tear down dilapidated Summer House built by Bushrod Washington.  Sends Regent Mrs. Ritchie's letter. ER-15, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Multiple letters and copy of letter to Mr. Stewart regarding plans to build a road near Mount Vernon. Also discusses railroad and details on the founding of the Ladies' Association. Suggests other employees for the management of the estate. ER-1, p. 227; ER-1, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Letter from Mrs. Comegys received.  Recommends Miss Emily Harper as Maryland Vice Regent.  Needs Mr. Peabody's help in raising funds; Miss Cunningham's debts to Mount Vernon.  Re Miss Johnson's appointment, service and salary problem. Miss Cunningham has financial difficulty in attending Council. ER-1, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. All letters up to the 20th now received.  Glad she acts promptly on business problems.  Plans to consult Mr. Taylor re railroad. Receiving mail is again difficult.  Urges Regent not to write more than is ncessary.  Thanks her for prompt action on her salary but will not allow Regent or mother to advance it as long as photographs sell.  Vice Regents refuse to act until Regent arrives.  Mrs. Pendleton sent resignation to the Vice Regent of New York.  Much sickness at Mount Vernon, often 4 or 5 to care for at one time.  Urges Regent to come soon.  Thinks Mr. Peabody will not contribute much.  Regent can attend to Legislative action.  Mary remains for present and will go south to meet Regent if finances permit.  Mrs. Smith of Philadelphia wants her sister Grace's trunk sent to her.  Regrets Regent's losses. ER-15, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Department of the Interior, Pension Office. Dr. Gray, Chaplain of Senate, wishes to bring his Sunday School class by boat to visit Mount Vernon, see the Tomb, Mansion and drink at Washington's well. ER-16, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Knight Templars plan a trip on Potomac and ask if they may have a ceremony at the Tomb of Washington and on what terms landing permission will be granted. ER-10, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She is fatigued and plans for rest in N.Y. to keep her fit until January.  Five years since she had a vacation. Spent next 3 weeks in bed.  Begs Regent to write briefly, not to duplicate information.  Regent wishes Mary McMakin, who is not well, to go South for Regent.  Miss Tracy discusses travel expenses, money from boat service; Mr. Herbert's taking half salary; money lost in slow returns from Boston.  Hoped Regent's cotton would pay debt to Association. Miss Tracy has not told G.W. Riggs that Regent owed MVLA.  Criticizes Fourney and D.P. Brown. ER-16, p. 134\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mary McMakin called home by illness, cancels Miss Tracy's plan for 3 weeks rest.  Regent needs to be at Mount Vernon, thinks she would come now if expenses were paid; names four Vice Regents who would doubtless contribute.  Considers Regent's possible resignation, her losses and attitude toward them.  Methods of meeting expenses at Mount Vernon.  Railroad problem--legislative action; Mr. Taylor (John A. Washington's lawyer) watching developments carefully.  New York Vice Regent demands annual reports and history of Association because she was 1st subscriber from N.Y.'s 31st Congressional District. ER-15, p. 189.  Extracts, ER 16, p. 129; ER 17, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Asks for a report of business of Association from its origin, as he was first subscriber to fund originally raised from N.Y. 31st Congressional District. ER-16, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Refers him to his State Vice Regent for any information on Mount Vernon he wishes; unable to send him Association's history of activities for last 7 years.  Planned to provide for a statement at next Council, but so many northern Vice Regents went to Europe and Council was postponed. ER-16, p. 136\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fairfax. Part of a map made by Washington which he wishes to sell.  Statement signed by T. Bailey Myers that map was purchased in June 1866, \"not a spoil of war\". W-370\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Letterhead of the Department of Indian Affairs. Masonic Committee on pilgrimage to Mount Vernon was not as profitable as hoped, but has sent $120 to G.W. Riggs for MVLA fund.  Expresses appreciation of Mr. Herbert and Sec. Tracy's courtesies. ER-16, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Illinois fund raising effort of Williams appears to be turning out badly. ER-22, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Due to \"falling off of [receipts] in the month of July\" the Potomac Ferry Co. has decided to make but one trip per week to Mount Vernon until \"such time as the People may return to the City from their Summer trips\" Trips to be each Thursday. ER-4, p. 110\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sisters of Charity of Washington wish to take orphans in their charge to Mount Vernon; he thinks of giving free boat trip and asks her advice. ER-16, p. 138\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reviews Mount Vernon's status and asks help in filling vacancy for Vice Regent of Ohio.  States at length the characteristics needed for a Vice Regent. ER-15, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. When Queen Emma was presented with set of photos of public buildings in DC, she regretted omission of Mount Vernon.  Asks permission to photograph Mount Vernon, pictures $3 each, will furnish MVLA as many as desired at half price. ER-16, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. There are no reports to send her--since boat is running, receipts are enough for moderate expenses of Superintendent--will write Miss Tracy about possibility of meeting of Ladies--Miss Tracy stayed at Mount Vernon during the war and since--sometimes she had communication cut off from them. ER-2, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, incomplete extract. Weather poor.  Herbert had a \"touch of chills.\" ER- 15, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sent Regent stationery and New York papers.  For health's sake should have left Mount Vernon last fall, very eager to have Regent at Mount Vernon to settle many affairs.  Mrs. Morse letter re meeting; Bishop Bedell in Europe, Bishop Williams, Conn., replies.  Hopes Regent will call Grand Council on her return.  Mary McMakin's return to MV is doubtful.  Suggests ways for Regent's return. ER-15, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Greenough plans to return in October. She has kept up a lively interest in Mount Vernon affairs.  Mrs. Barry is in Florence. ER-12, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Questions wisdom of calling Grand Council at this time; comments on sales of portraits, tributes that would not sell; news re those who contributed to Mount Vernon.  ER-4, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receives Regent's letter from Cokesbury.  Mary returns by boat for few days only.  Much sickness at Mount Vernon.  Lengthy account of visits to the estate by Richard Washington, Mr. Taylor, engineers, etc. re railroad replacing road-bed and depot, percentage of charges, etc. She attempts to delay action again until Regent returns.  Mrs. Morse cannot attend Council.  Criticizes Mrs. LeVert's action; describes boat service at last Council (permission from Sec. of War) and luncheon served Vice Regents.  Does not favor Council in late fall at Mount Vernon, suggests Ladies spend one day at Mount Vernon but hold sessions in G.W. Riggs' library. ER-15, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Again declines to be VR because of condition of her personal affairs. Plans to donate $100 to the MVLA to try to make up for her \"failure in making collections.\" ER-13, p. 28; ER-13, p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Forwarded obituary of Mr. Morse to A.P.C.  Regent cannot reach Mount Vernon before 2nd or 3rd week in Nov.  Regrets Council could not have been in Oct.  Reports on Regent's health and urges Mrs. Morse to visit Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Advises Regent not to shorten her dresses, not to bring linens or burden herself with anything not necessary.  She and Mr. Herbert have brought their own supply of linens.  Not to even write letters now.  Hard to have guests in cold weather.  Letters from Miss Harper and Mrs. Walker received.  Suggests best routes to travel for Regent.  No carpets in Mansion during summer. ER-15, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Advises Regent to see Judge Crump and Judge Ould, legislators; conditions since 1858 are so changed for South; reviews political situation in both the country and in the Association. Fails to collect on excursion to Mount Vernon.  Reports death of O.W. Langfitt who drew up Association charter. ER-4, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Encloses $10, making $25 sent by letters.  Plans trip to Mount Vernon.  Postscript later says plantation troubles may delay her. ER-1, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. On resignation of Mrs. Davis, she offers Mrs. Sweat the position.  As a Grand Council will soon be held, when nomination will be presented, asks for a prompt reply. ER-19, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Wrote Miss Tracy declining to be Vice Regent of Maryland, but she sent letter to Regent.  Miss Tracy during hurried visit to Newport in Aug. asked on Regent's behalf that Miss Harper become Vice Regent. States condition under which she can accept position.  Prefers meeting Dec. 14 to Nov. 2. ER-17, p. 140\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Regent just arrived at Mount Vernon, asked her draft response to Mrs. Van Buren's letter. Discusses duties and role of Vice Regents. Brief discussion of Miss Hamilton and her work with the MVLA up to this point. ER-1, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received money from Trustees of Everett fund in Feb. 1866, and proceeds of stocks and bonds sold in May--no statement of interest received--on May 12 paid amount due on last bond, $7834.40--$6169.73 was for interest accrued. ER-22, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Acknowledges Miss Hamilton's resignation, asks that accounts be reported and papers put in form for successor. ER-1, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Hopes Mrs. Greenough will return to America in time for next Grand Council.  Asks for recommendations for Vice Regent for New Hampshire. ER-1, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Draft. Mount Vernon. Hopes Mrs. Greenough will return to America in time for next Grand Council.  Asks for recommendations for Vice Regent for New Hampshire. ER-1, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Van Antwerp just left Regent's bedside.  Mrs. Riggs entertained Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Comegys, and Mrs.  Tracy for dinner.  Wanted a private conversation with her.  Cannot go to Philadelphia, too much work to do, very bad news about home conditions, mother about to \"break up her home.\" Wants Mrs. Van Antwerp to go with her to meet Mrs. Comegys. ER-17, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Asks whether Miss Cunningham wishes him \"to suppress entirely the printing of your address.\" ER-22, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Desires to know whether they still have the electrotype plates used for the printing of the Mount Vernon Record, and if so are they accessible to the Association. ER-16, p. 140\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Brief description of the duties of a Vice Regent. Would she be interested in serving as the new representative of New York. ER-11, p. 144\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Necessary to increase income for maintenance of Mount Vernon.  Old plan of raising funds no longer efficient.  As wife of New York banker, asks her aid in making wealthy people interested in an endowment fund.  Cites E. Everett's efforts in North and Mr. Yancey's in South, also minor efforts. ER-11, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Regrets she could not accept appointment as Vice Regent, but Miss Cunningham has now asked Mrs. Brooks of New York instead.  ER-11, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Recalls the assistance he rendered and asks for counsel re reaching the wealthy.  Has assumed her duties after long absence during War.  Revenues at Mount Vernon are insufficient.  Difficult to find successor Vice Regent for Hamilton of New York. ER-11, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Paul. In regards to a letter by Mary McMakin to Mrs. Sibley asking for news of the Vice Regent and work in Minnesota. There had been no answer to previous letters. Mrs. Sibley wishes me to say that such letters as she has rec'd she has answered, that she has had very few letters from the Regent and other officers since 1860, no proceedings. ER-11, p. 236\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract. Deposited July entrance money with Mr. Riggs ($576.00): Total deposits since May are $2,356.62.  Excludes % owed to MVLA by the boat company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Deposited July entrance money with Mr. Riggs ($576.00): Total deposits since May are $2,356.62.  Excludes % owed to MVLA by the boat company. ER-1, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Severe weather since Regent left.  Cannot answer Mrs. Pellet's inquiry re amendment to Charter.  Regent stopped in Richmond to explain this to Mrs. Pellet and Mr. Mayers; comments on various ideas re the amendment.  Agrees with Mrs. Pellet that interest in Mount Vernon is not keen now, hard for Regent to grasp this. ER-15, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Wants to know what Regent wanted Virginia Legislature to do.  Asks information re railroad.  Regent seeks legislation to prevent any construction on or near Mount Vernon that will detract from Association's plans.  Regent conferred also with Mr. Myers.  Hopes for endowment and that money will be raised through northern Vice Regents. ER-15, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Richmond cut off by severe snow and ice; provisions costly.  Writes at length re possible prices for Miss Cunningham's plantation produce, also markets for them and methods of payment. ER-16, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding planting and prices of corn for her plantation. ER-16, p. 280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hopes she has been able to make satisfactory arragements for servants--saw extract of her report in Alexandria paper--Mrs. Pellet in a maze about railroad business, charging fares--Mrs. Mitchell thinks Congress will be in a better mood next winter to have Mount Vernon claim brought before it. ER-15, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Bushels of corn sent to her. Market price, selling, etc. of corn. ER-16, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her last few letters about corn planting, prices, etc. ER-16, p. 282\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Her letters are not always certain to reach the Regent. Sent bushels of corn to Columbia for her plantation along with the bill to be paid. She may get corn cheaper in February. Her whole aim has been to help Miss Cunningham with the corn business. She shouldn't trust business men who \"in many matters look out for no one.\" ER-16, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re corn prices, markets, etc.  Refers to railroad proposed to Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 284\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Explanation of the bill sent for corn and freight. She now has explained all she knows about the corn business. Brief discussion of the cotton market. Says there is going to be a financial crisis coming in the North but won't hurt the South as much. Discusses the slaves still working for Cunningham and their current situation. ER-16, p. 300\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regent wishes to have an amendment to the MVLA Charter at present session of VA Legislature; wants protection against construction of any railroad within 10 miles of Mount Vernon property; also to require conformity to regulations enacted by Association in reference to Mount Vernon.  Asks for an interview. ER-16, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. More information on the corn market and business. Knows a lady who could be a companion to Miss Cunningham and help take care of her - not as a servant but as a friend and equal. ER-16, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Mrs. Mitchell's not apprehending mischief done by publishing.  \"Unlucky Richmond article now in N.Y. papers.\"  \"Expenses\" omitted from Report due to pressure on the secretary's time and not Mrs. Riggs' fault.  Hears Mr. Peabody will give a million to Southern education.  Proposition of model for rebuilding approved. ER-1, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding a lost letter, corn shipments, and political problems.  Judge Crump, Mr. Myers, and others have conference on Amendment; Judge Crump will introduce it into the legislature if time is at all favorable.  Copy given of memo Miss Cunningham left to Mrs. Pellet re amendment to Charter, correspondence between Mrs. Pellet and Miss Tracy re same.  Mrs. Pellet to see Judges Crump and Ould and report to Regent. ER-16, p. 301\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Looks after Regent's interest at Corn Exchange; reports Judge Crump's comments on political situation.  He will bring up Mount Vernon business in VA legislature at first chance of success.  Mr. Ritchie living at Brandon with sister, Mrs. Ritchie in London.  Mr. Ritchie saw Sarah Tracy at Mount Vernon last winter. ER-16, p. 293\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Extreme weather, heavy rain, no boat service or mail in over a week.  Roads impassible, supplies low, letters rec'd from Vice Regents.  Month's receipts small, will dismiss gardener.  Have large number of cuttings and plants although Greenhouse is inadequate and weather bad; many plants kept in Mansion.  Damage done by storm at the estate.  Mentions salary increase. ER-15, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re corn shipments, prices, etc. for her plantation. ER-16, p. 286\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation affairs, corn markets, and budgeting her money.  Saw Judge Crump, will get \"Mount Vernon matter through\"; Legislature adjourned to Apr. 10  (Probably re amendment prohibiting building of railroad near Mount Vernon). ER-16, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Asks why Miss Tracy has not written.  Regrets Mr. Peabody is to sail May 1 without seeing Mount Vernon.  Asks about affairs at the estate, visitors, and the Vice Regent for NH; has received letter from Miss Hamilton.  ER-1, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. In regards to her plantation, the corn market and business, and political affairs. ER-16, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation, transportation of corn, prices, economic conditions in Virginia. ER-16, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Asks permission for an exclusive party of the Baptist Missionary Society to land for an hour at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation and corn business. ER-16, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Regarding plantation and corn business. Difficulties in sending money, Regent's overseer. Bazaar a success. ER-16, p. 290\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Sympathizes with her sorrows--hopes conservative councils will soon prevail in Washington--hears better accounts from Mount Vernon--Mount Vernon Record shown to Mr. Peabody--trying to get support of Masons without public appeal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re shipment of corn for Regent's plantation. ER-16, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Re shipments of corn, raising cotton, and financial crisis in North. Information on hair tonics to regrow hair, and how dyes effect hair growth. ER-16, p. 294\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Quarter Masters Office, Lincoln Depot, Washington, D.C.  Regarding ambulance sold and payment for the same. ER-16, p. 142\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Send Mrs. Ritchie information; Mrs. Brooks appointed Vice Regent for New York, to be sent credentials, Records, Constitution, etc.  Mrs. Hibbard appointed in Maine.  Further aid needed from bishops of Ohio and Connecticut.  \"Keep jewelry\" for her until safe means of transportation found. ER-1, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Quartermaster's Office, Washington, D.C. Sends duplicate blank receipts for ambulance sold and delivered for $34.  Asks for payment. ER-16, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Introduces a friend--\"let her rest in your little room at Mt. Vernon\"-- (Envelope addressed \"Miss A.P. Cunningham or E. W. Tiffey, Mt. Vernon, introducing Miss Hallett of New York\" and on the back, \"Miss Hallett regrets not seeing Miss Cunningham - but hopes to have that pleasure in Washington - at 1531 14th St., bet. P. \u0026amp; Q. Sts.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Middletown, Connecticut. Suggests Mrs. Mary Fitch Winslow of Westport as Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-15, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent settles her plantation affairs better than was feared.  Health problems.  Tries hard to make Mount Vernon pay its own expenses; garden needs are paid from bouquet money; deposits from photographs. News from Bishop Williams. Not so many visitors as formerly. ER-15, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Her letter provided great relief but the association is going through a trying time. Must be for the whole Union, not a part of it.  Has published part of a letter from Miss Tracy. Discusses the attacks on the MVLA by Mr. Fourney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding Council in October, fears for a quorum, so many in Europe.  Have more than met expenses since last Council, makes over 800 bouquets which paid for garden needs, nearly enough for new zinc roof on Tomb.  Mention Miss Harper and Mrs. Morse; Mrs. Murat's death. ER-15, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Rosemont. Appointment of Mrs. Winslow from Connecticut. Vice Regents need to lobby for bill for $7000 damages from U.S. Government.  Gives names of 8 Vice Regents who will be at Council if held late in year - and will help lobby Congress.  Orders coal and sugar be purchased for Mount Vernon.  Order to New Hampshire to send $600 fund to Mrs. Riggs. ER-1, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letters received from Mrs. Morse, Mrs. Winslow, and Mrs. Farnsworth.  Sends Regent \"list of crops..bouquets, photoraphs…to Oct. 1\", has not received boat returns but gives land entrance fees.  Re Regent's bed at Mount Vernon, four beds belonging to Mr. Herbert, return of three mattresses to Mount Vernon.  Also sent John A. Washington's bed to his children.  Godey sent $150. ER-15, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Complains of Vice Regents delays in answering letters.  Plans Report for Grand Council; comments on crops raised, sales on bouquets and photographs, secretary's salary, and table expenses. Increase in Mr. Herbert's salary over 1859 estimate, wharfage, entrance fees, payment of loan to Mr. Riggs. Discusses cost of laborers and house servants.  Determination to keep Mount Vernon.  Plans for money to come from California. Thinks visitors will be fewer.  Plans to call Grand Council at time of Congress so Vice Regents can lobby for Congressional appropriation.  Excursion planned on river for Vice Regents and guests.  Drafts letter to the Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-1, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Annoyance of delayed and lost mail.  Needs the date of next meeting of Congress before calling Grand Council.  Emphasizes need for $7000 Congressional appropriation and comments on excursion planned.  Difficulties in securing Vice Regents.  Suggests Mrs. Blanding, Vice Regent for California try for larger individual gifts in her state.  Comments on another loan from Mr. Riggs.  Suggestions for circular and letters to Vice Regents. ER-1, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Alarm at continued delay and loss of mail.  Decides to call Council meeting after Congress is in session.  Expands plans to have Vice Regents have a pleasant time, and also lobby for $7000 damage claim.  Desirable to make permanent arrangements for annual meeting place.  Many vacancies, absences of \"ruined officers,\" will make attendance small. Enquires if there will be enough for a luncheon without borrowing from Mrs. Riggs.  Plans for her own travel. ER-1, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Nathan accidently shoots his own left arm.  Writes Bishop Williams, mentions Mrs. Winslow's declining position of Vice Regent.  Keeps accounts for entrance fees but not wharfage.  Will send amounts Association voted for different purposes.  Superintendent says 15 acres in wheat impractical.  In 1859 Association agreed to pay Mr. Herbert $1200 as long a John A. Washington gave Association his board and horse, afterwards to be raised to $1500, but was never increased.  Miss Tracy declines to join \"excursion\"; G.W. Riggs advises against it and states reasons.  Plans for Regent's return and next Council. ER-15, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Has not received a letter from her for weeks, many letters lost.  Date set for Council is Nov. 28.  Association must come before public again.  Plans for having all Ladies at Willard Hotel and staying there herself.  Regrets delay in paying Mr.Herbert.  Asks advice about dressing her hair.  Plans to have her shopping done and her \"bed\" in readiness. ER-1, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Concern for her clothes for Council.  Thanksgiving Day interferes with Council date. ER-1, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Augusta. Will attempt to aid MVLA in their claim to Congress.  Advises it be included in the General Appropriation Bill and not a stand alone bill. ER-19, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Death in the family prevents Mrs. Hunt from attending Council meeting--did not receive account of last annual meeting of the Vice Regents. ER-5, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. in writing of Sarah Tracy. Notice to attend Council. RM-452, ER-3468\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Submitted her letter to the Board of Trustees who authorized him to state the company wishes a new arrangement with the MVLA. Cites difficulties in being fair to both parties, suggests a monthly rate of pay based on summer and winter travel over a number of years. Asks MVLA to make them a proposition on which they will act promptly. ER-4, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt will attend next Council meeting on Dec. 2 and she will accompany Mrs. Hunt to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Asks Mrs. Judd to represent her at MVLA Council meeting since she cannot attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Feels it is a bad time to petition Congress for assistance.  Better to wait until after elections of 1868.  Notes Mrs. Judd is to represent her at the MVLA meeting.  Little hope of getting funds in Wisconsin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Presents her resignation for the second time.  Returned home after 9 years in Europe; she must give her attention to personal affairs. ER-12, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Was glad to hear she made it to Mount Vernon. Sorry to hear of her troubles with \"Miss T.\" Updates her on family matters and discusses her traveling and packing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Herbert $150 and because there is no more of the Association's money left in his care, he desires to resign his position as Treasurer as soon as she will permit him. ER-22, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Forwards on a bill she knows Miss Cunningham will be looking for and discusses payment of the bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. draft. Difficulties arising from having no secretary for writing the Council Minutes as Miss Tracy is resigning. She exceeded her authority and sent to printer without Regent's approval; errors cited, questions of constitutionality of action, etc. Vice Regent of Michigan suggests the Regent live at Mount Vernon.  No formal resignation of the secretary acted on. ER-11, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. fragment. Plans to collect and classify material for history of Mount Vernon; her letters to secretaries, to friends working in the cause; letters to the Regent. ER-2, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Does not understand his reasons for asking to resign his position, asks if it is due to something she has done. Would like to have an explanation of his reasoning. Says they have always had a nice working relationship. ER-2, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. three copies of letter. Accepts the resignation of Mrs. Riggs as Vice Regent and is sorry for her illness. She cannot accept his resignation as Treasurer alone as Regent - according to the MVLA Constitution she needs authorization of Council. Will seek legal advice to see if she can act alone. Says despite recent troubles she is thankful for his service as Treasurer for all the past years. ER-2, p. 5; ER-11, p. 150-153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. draft. Lengthy account of Miss Tracy's service to Mount Vernon, with discovery on December 3  of her changed attitude, surprise at her conduct in Council; quotes from Miss Tracy's letters. Miss Tracy wished to resign but remained one year longer.  Regent insists all must adhere to Constitution now war crisis is ended.  Miss Tracy's misrepresentations. ER-11, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Notified of her desire to write the history of the MVLA.  He will return letters concerned with the MVLA to her as soon as he is able to get them from his other papers.  He can no longer act as Treasurer  and requests that he soon be replaced.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Apologies for not resigning at time of Grand Council meeting and for inconveniencing the Ladies.  Resigns because \"action of last meeting of the Grand Council has grieved [him]\".  Prefers not to be connected with new management of Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Confidential. Great financial crisis, on Dec. 3 only $107 in treasury.  Revenue from visitors, wharfage, sale of photographs.  Investments hard to sell.  Riggs' unsought report to Council and misunderstanding; Regent cancels debt to him, he resigns.  Owes Mr. Herbert $1500, Sec. Tracy $200, Council's budget impractical with no funds.  Regent decides to retrench drastically awaiting spring boat service.  Loans made by Mr. Herbert and G.W. Riggs. ER-11, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends copy of resolutions passed at last meeting of Council. Miss Cunningham thinks them incorrect, but Mr. Riggs \u0026amp; Mrs. Farnworth declare them to be correct. This is her last official act, for she has left Mount Vernon--thinks Miss Cunningham's feelings against her are because she refused to be a private secretary and was secretary to the Association. Miss Cunningham took everyone by surprise at the meeting by reading a paper showing determination to get rid of her. The Ladies tried to compromise with her, but when she threatened to resign, Miss Tracy felt she had to resign. Mrs. Riggs and Mr. Riggs both resigned as a result of Miss Cunningham's action and she is living at their house now. ER-15, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Surprised at course Mrs. Morse has followed in relations with Miss Cunningham. Difference of opinion between APC and Miss Tracy--much improvement at Mount Vernon since APC took over from Miss Tracy--new efforts for Mount Vernon in Missouri. ER-5, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Asks for a \"memorial in regard to the Mount Vernon matter,\" to refer to Committee as basis for appropriation. ER-19, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Disappointed the MVLA will bring the claim before Congress at this time, but he will support it as best he can.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Leaves for the South. Encloses letter from Senator Howe (see under Feb. 14, 1868) and believes their prospects don't look good this session.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Paul. Had planned to resign due to ill health but changed her mind.  Appointing Lady Managers in her state. Does not expect great success in so sparsely a settled state as Minnesota. Wishes the MVLA well in their enterprise. ER-11, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. Sees but one solution to Mount Vernon's problems, and thinks they should offer it to Government. ER-12, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. She had heard of Mr. Riggs' resignation but did not know \"it had anything to do with Miss Tracy.\"  Suggests a companion, a widow of much ability as seamstress, to do housekeeping, etc.  Suggests planting cotton. Political matters. ER-16, p. 296\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Opinion on procedure of accepting treasurer's resignation. ER-3, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Saw Mr. Myers and encloses his written opinion.  Received Miss Marks' letter and Constitution. ER-16, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. In writing of secretary, three copies of the letter. Mount Vernon. Replies again to his letter of resignation from December 30, 1867.  She has sought legal advice re Regent's power to accept resignation. Includes legal advice. ER-2, p. 11; ER-11, p. 152 and 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Falmouth, Stafford County. Sent the will of General Washington with the inscription \u0026amp; history of the sword.  My father had second choice of sword. Can't tell upon what occasion it was used. Do not think you will get more than $500 for it. You may sell the portrait at your leisure. W-85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Offers her the Vice Regency of New Jersey to fill vacancy caused by death of Miss Ogden. ER-22, p. 188\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. copy. Accepts honor of \"being permitted to assist in preserving home of Washington.\" ER-11, p. 152\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Received Regent's April letter written in part by Mrs. Marks.  Sends copies of Constitution requested; some first editions printed and left in Richmond; the new edition with amendment taken by Regent.  No contracts left.  Congratulations on securing a new Treasurer.  Hopes for endowment.  In 1866, Mrs. Pellet urged Regent to enlist help of certain wealthy men (named), which may be done now with Jay Cooke's affiliation.  Speaks of Miss Tracy and an efficient woman who might live with Regent. ER-16, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. \"Burn this.\" Also includes handwritten extract of the letter. Much of the letter has been crossed out. Miss Mrs. Comegys greatly and wishes she could visit. Daily boat a success and boat receipts have increased despite bad weather. They are short two servants, have only one woman to wash, attend house and dairy.  Mrs. Morse is at Mount Vernon.  Receipts for month are $486.56 against $302 last year, sales increased, made $75 on photographs, $44 for flowers. Compares her sales with Miss Tracy's.  Visitors are destructive; officers sent five soldiers from neighboring fort to protect property, each paid 25 cents per day.  Mentions Appeal to rich for an endowment.  The fort's band plays twice a week.  Reports continued personal losses. ER-17, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. She is representing the MVLA in their claim to Congress for loss by discontinuance of boat for 2 years and 9 months during War; gives basis for the amount they are asking for. Congress clogged with impeachment proceedings.  Mount Vernon needs gift of modern agricultural implements.  Mr. Herbert finds labor desired scarce.  Visitors increasing, average 40 per day, yielding 40 cents each. ER-11, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House. Suggests course to follow in Devereux case--must have book for debt \u0026amp; credit open to public, then Mrs. Morse and Miss Tracy cannot hurt them. She should have a secretary of the Association to attend all meetings, live at Mount Vernon or in Alexandria. Thinks Miss Tracy is the author of vindictive letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of her secretary. ount Vernon. Received her list of subscribers.  Mount Vernon Records were packed away in 1860, but will try to locate number she wishes.  Hopes to make her personal acquaintance soon. ER-11, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Gives permission to use engravings in his book.  Suggests process of reproduction to be used.  Regrets Association finances are lowbut is sure cause will succeed and pledges his own efforts. ER-3, p. 291\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. On board the Arrow in between Washington and Mount Vernon. Asks Mr. Halsted to accompany Congressmen on \"complimentary excursion\" to Mount Vernon for sunset and return by moonlight.  Bill presented Monday.  Need Masonic influence.  Describes Mount Vernon transportation.  Regent asks Mrs. Morse to stay at Mount Vernon during her absence. ER-14, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Mount Vernon. Asks for \"Appeal to the Rich\" and each Vice Regent to individually address those in her state included as \"rich\" in \"Notice of Income Tax\" and others likely to donate to endowment fund. ER-11, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Mount Vernon. Commends her zeal and leaves methods of collecting funds in New Jersey to her judgment.  Masonic and Union League suggestions good.  Looks for mower.  Twenty acres in cultivation, twelve in clover, remainder in garden, etc. ER-11, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Morse told Mr. Dykes her MVLA business called her to Delaware and possibly to N.Y.  Mr. Herbert received word from Mr. Taylor that Richard Washington was in Alexandria, invited him to Mount Vernon, but storm prevented him coming.  Washington heirs ready to act, questions a need \"for publication of citation by Association.\"  Asks Judge Comegys' opinion.  Mrs. Morse opposed to Regent's action; if she leaves, Regent will go to Washington. Mrs. Halsted working hard.  Has received supply of Appeals to the rich from Mr. Morse.  Chinese embassy visited Mount Vernon.  Extract of letter included. ER-17, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Sorry she has not had time to write but has been very busy taking care of her mother. She cannot find the color of cloth Miss Cunningham asked for anywhere in the stores. Regrets she cannot write to her mother, Mrs. Cunningham, and sorry she is having a difficult time. Received a letter from her brother John asking for help. Wishes Miss Cunningham would clarify their situation if help is really needed for her family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Briefly reviews Charter and bills presented to the Virginia State Legislature for purchase of Mount Vernon. Mr. Corcoran's refusal and final consent. Mrs. Ritchie's and Regent's continued efforts. Now asks for Mr. Comegys' legal opinion re effects on present Charter. ER-2, p. 13-14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received gift of Leighton's writings.  Mrs. Morse leaves Washington and Regent goes to Washington to save \"claim\" Bill.  Gets it passed by Senate.  Hon. Reverdy Johnson introduces it in House.  Returns for hearing Thursday.  Does not have not all the items new Vice Regents should receive.  Shall call a Council - voting can be done by proxy. ER-11, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for $200 received from Miss Marks on behalf of Regent MVLA for salary as secretary. ER-16, p. 144\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington.  Recounts her efforts at Congress to put forward the bill to reimburse Mount Vernon. Mrs. Phelps escorts Regent to Senate, reports at length difficulties met, help of Senators Howe, Davis, etc.  Senator Sumner assures Regent of his interest and promises her aid. ER-17, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Personal appeal for the endowment fund; explains why maintenance fund is needed.  Have just begun to appeal to \"the rich\". ER-11, p. 190\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. A personal appeal to the \"rich\", stating briefly how funds have been used, and present lack by about $2000 per annum of needed funds. ER-2, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Expresses his gratification on passing of Bill and best wishes for Association. ER-3, p. 293\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Bottom of last page appears to have been cut off at bottom. Invites her to Mount Vernon before Council.  Regent saves claim bill.  Pressure of years prior to war.  Arranging official accounts and papers for archives.  Treasurer Riggs resignation.  Miss Tracy outstayed her useful services.  Association became fragmentary during War.  Describes help of Mr. Blaine, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Sumner and Mr. Johnson with Bill of Claims. Finally Regent presents Claims to senators, new BIll written, bitter opposition. ER-2, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Indignant at misrepresentations made re Mount Vernon and the Association's management when Bill for Claims against the U.S. Government was introduced into legislature. She will write a full and clear statement of history of Association's procedure from raising of funds through purchase, obtaining charter, meeting questions of raising funds for necessary repairs, restoration and maintenance. The struggles of the Regent, Vice Regents, officers and employees to maintain and protect Mount Vernon during the Civil War.  The financial losses from sacrificing investments to meet expenses and from revenue from Mount Vernon boat when Government confiscated it. The claim for $7000 much less than Association's actual loss.  States present status of management; Mr. Herbert in charge, Regent giving personal management.  No debts, proprietors of Willard's Hotel running a boat daily whose fees plus sales of objects at Mount Vernon with produce from cultivated land, etc., furnish operating expenses. ER-17, p. 150\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete draft. Re excursion that clerks in Quarter Master's departmnet wish to make to Mount Vernon during hours it is not on exhibition. ER-4, p. 116\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Private. Bill passed Senate almost without dissent due to Reverdy Johnson.  Explains how money for claim was placed under Commissioner of Public Buildings ($1000), Gen. Michler in charge, offers cooperation.  Mrs. Morse's behavior disconcerting. ER-11, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport. Discusses reception of the bill in Congress. No hope of getting anything from Wisconsin until after eastern states take initiative. West preoccupried with building railroads, etc., now. Governor Seymour's nomination for President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Circulars haven't arrived. Mrs. Hunt will attend Council in late October. ER-5, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Concerning Miss Cunningham's bill at La Pierre, weather at Cape May, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Found a nice room for her for the winter at Girard St. No package arrived yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport. Will probably miss upcoming Council meeting as she intends to travel to Europe in October.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newport. Regarding her husband's nomination for Congress. Cannot promise to meet with her at any definite time. Didn't check into Mr. Herbert's affairs at Mount Vernon and just assumed everything was fine. Governor Seymour nominated for President. If she goes to Washington she will do what she can for the cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island, Cape May. Directions for distributing appeals only to the rich. Do not print in newspapers. ER-2, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Wishes Regent's signature for bill in Chancery to be filed against late John Augustine Washington, heirs and executor. ER-3, p. 295\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Sends Regent papers re suit which she is to sign before a notary in Philadelphia.  Survey of property will be attended to before deed is executed. ER-3, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Desires a conference. The public is \"a most unreasonable Master to some, never just and seldom generous.\" ER-11, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Reports amount of money and bonds remaining in Mr. Everett's estate. As soon as this can be obtained, balance of bond due Mr. Washington's heirs should be paid. Burke \u0026amp; Herbert handling Mount Vernon payments. ER-22, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Re signing \"affadavit to Bill in Chancery\", to be filed on first Monday in October.  Asks to have papers sent to her. ER-2, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Receives papers in Mount Vernon suit and will have everything ready for final decree placing Mount Vernon property in hands of Association. ER-3, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Is to \"receive\" a millionaire who will make the \"handsome\" gift needed to start large subscriptions.  Refers to Mount Vernon Records of May 1859.  Commends Mrs. Halsted's work. ER-2, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Details re execution of deed.  Miss Louise and Miss Jane Washington only parties of age to sign.  As delays may occur, Regent better not call Board together before Nov. 16. ER-3, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Comments of various Vice Regents and their activities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 152\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Asks for copy of existing survey, new survey not necessary. ER-3, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gave Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Morse power to vote for her at coming meeting.  Not favorable to a lot of foreign laborers at Mount Vernon.  If MVLA can raise $3000, favors withdrawal of claim against the Government.  Wants to replace Superintendent with a woman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon.  ER-11, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham agrees with her sentiment of appealing not only to the rich for Mount Vernon's endowment, but she only printed a limited number of appeals for now.  ER-2, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Unsafe condition in South prevents her return home.  Sent out call for Council meeting for Nov. 17; few Vice Regents expected, each asked to bring her own table silver.  Directions for coming by boat \"Arrow\".  Vice Regency of Massachusetts to be filled; Michigan has good start on endowment fund.  Difficulties in securing a secretary. ER-2, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. \"cousin Nannie.\"  Grand Council called for Nov. 17. Vice Regents to stay a night at Mount Vernon.  Hopes she and Mr. Halsted will come also.  Thirty-five thousand dollars spent on repairs and restoration; no debts. Three thousand dollars on deposit; now need public's favor.  Question of Congressional \"redress.\"  Committee to be appointed on \"improvements and repairs\".  Mrs. Comegys has only missed one Council.  Seeks an appointment and needs her proxy. ER-14, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Deplores election of Grant. Cannot get to Washington in time for meeting. Details of their meetings shouldn't reach the public. Boat will bring enough to sustain Mount Vernon \"I have my doubts about the colony (of foreigners).  I fear they will bring a care upon us - more than they are worth.\" Sees no need for a superintendent now.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Commends her zeal and acknowledges gift.  Wishes General Halsted to visit Mount Vernon.  Emphasizes fact - as Regent she adheres strictly to limits of her official position at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Shocked at actions of another Vice Regent \"Mrs.\" with no name given. Has chosen her proxy as Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Morse. A.P.C. must stay at Mount Vernon. Plans for imported labor, her plans in Europe, results of election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt has requested Mrs. Morse to vote for her at meeting--copies of appeal have arrived. ER-5, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Concerning gardener at Mount Vernon. U.S. Bureau of Agriculture offers aid.  Vice Regent of Rhode Island settles Miss Tracy's salary account.  Mrs. Halsted suggests Washington period furnishings for Mansion. Mr. Herbert leaves, owned half of Mansion furniture.  Lists needs, suggests Mrs. Morse buy in N.Y., perhaps at auction.  Vice Regent for Michigan and friends visit Mount Vernon.  Wrote Richard Washington re $20  due on deed.  Harness received.  Mrs. Eve at Mount Vernon.  Gardener should raise food for laborers, Mansion table and to feed stock.  J. Cooke's \"handsome contribution\".  Miss Tracy's disloyalty. ER-2, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House. Delighted at result of meeting of Association. Sorry she couldn't be present. Thinks someone else younger would be better than she for the job. Thinks they did wrong thing in not paying Miss Tracy what she claimed her due. Miss Tracy had hard time during war and her conduct with Mr. Herbert is none of their business now that she has left Mount Vernon. Offers to pay Association some of what they owe Miss Tracy. Will be on lookout for laborers for Mount Vernon. Mr. Riggs could do harm to them if he desires. Disappointed in Mrs. Morse, no need for her to stay at Mount Vernon all the time if she can get a good secretary and a member of Mrs. Morse's family to stay there as a protector. A northerner would be better.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. In writing of secretary. Re lack of \"requisite stamp or stamps\" which makes deed invalid.  Sends him Deed to have properly executed.  Refers to opinion of distinguished lawyers. Association wishes a properly recorded and completed deed. ER-2, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Commends her endowment activities. Gift of harness used for publicity.  List of \"needs\" and list of \"comforts\" for Mansion that Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Halsted will submit to N.Y. merchants.  New Jersey will furnish Lafayette room.  New roof first expenditure from claim bill fund.  Entertains Fort Washington's Commandant and wife.  Plans opening whole Mansion to visitors on Dec. 14.  Mrs. Eve will be there, and Gen. Thomas, and Marine Band, etc. ER-2, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve ends visit to Mount Vernon. Acknowledges gift of harness. ER-2, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Private. Regent may be forced to return home to save her property.  Wishes to settle gardener's appointment before leaving.  House opened Dec. 14 with ceremonies at Tomb. Publicity planned. Attic white-washed.  Plans an Appeal and for its circulation. ER-2, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. ER-3, p. 303\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends him a copy of her final report on the settlement with Miss Tracy.  Implies that Miss Tracy had been misusing funds during war years, as she made several unauthorized expenditures at her discretion.  Felt she must bring this to Mr. Riggs' attention. ER-13, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Tries to stop scandals.  Neglect of her property in 1859-60 to help Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Berghmans answer charges against her.  Thinks Miss Tracy and Mrs. Morse started rumors.  Needs a gardener now and furniture for his house.  Goes over qualifications for new secretary.  Suggestion for Vice Regent of Connecticut. Mr. Herbert removes furniture, no beds, tables, dishes, etc.  Minutes written by Mrs. Marks to be corrected.  Attic white washed, plaster repaired. ER-2, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Disturbed to hear of Miss Tracy's actions. The Vice Regents will no doubt stand behind Miss Cunningham. She knows a woman who would be a good replacement for Miss Tracy as secretary. ER-10, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Carpenter repairs gardener's house.  Boat to be put up for 2 months.  The stove is a gift.  Christmas supplies from Alexandria.  Four thousand appeals franked; New Jersey appeal excellent.  Concern over attack on Association. Communication with Mrs. Chace and Mrs. Berghmans.  Write to R. Washington, guardian of minor heirs re affixing stamps to deed.  Dividend from railroad plus bank refund provides for current expenses until April.  Thanks Mrs. Halsted for a trunk and $10 (personal).  Suggests asking A.T. Stewart's store in New York for a gift for endowment.   Mrs. Perrin's qualifications favorable - must be able to stand the isolation of Mount Vernon and its discomforts. ER-2, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. incomplete. Back page partially torn. Mount Vernon. Gardener arrives.  Advises farm labor should be white.  Asks advice re \"table\" for employees - to be presided over by gardener. ER-2, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Refutes Miss Briggs' charges in the press against Association as falsehoods. Letter docketed \"Mrs. Eve's answer to charges of Mrs. Briggs. 1868. Classified by order of Council of 1878, Com. Halsted and Chace.\" ER-5, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends report for Minutes.  Thinks Miss Tracy would have paid back money had she asked for it, but thought it unwise. ER-13, p. 20\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete fragment. Has appointed Mrs. Halsted as Vice Regent for New Jersey. Sixty people arrived in government boat, landed without ceremony or pay.  Sent for Adminral and protested, he is however in favor of Mount Vernon's claim bill and offers help.  Mr. Sykes very indignant, and Regent hopes she has stopped any more excursions of this kind. ER-17, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartial copy, incomplete. May 2 - Day passed quietly, read most of time.  May 4 - Number of visitors, one was present at visit of Putnam Guards in 1860, poem by Mrs. Sigourney read. ER-13, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Extracts of letters by Sarah Tracy describing the unhealthy environment at Mount Vernon, illnesses, and her desire to resign as secretary. ER-15, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartial copy, incomplete. Explains current situation with Miss Tracy who is living at the Mansion for the time being although resigned from her duties. Afraid she was wrong about Miss Tracy who may have also been irresponsible with finances. Feels Mr. Riggs is upset with her over Miss Tracy's departure but doesn't really understand why. ER-16, p. 150\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is pleased to inform him that the Grand Council approved him for the position of Treasurer of the MVLA. Please respond if willing to accept the position. ER-2, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Inquiries into the qualifications and recommendations of the new gardener who must also serve as superintendent for a time taking care of the grounds and Mansion, assisting visitors, etc.  Lawrence Washington visited Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding applicants for the gardener position. ER-2, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Captain Stackpole and Mr. Herbert help to secure gardener.  Receives information on wages and servants' table. Local problems discussed.  Trouble with the Minutes taken by Miss Marks, they seem to be \"incorrect.\" Nathan's wages raised to $20 per month.  Gift of 2nd set of harness.  Stove and cooking utensils.  Thinks Vice Regents should acknowledge gifts in their states.  Encloses dimensions of library and Lafayette Room. ER-2, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Col. Forney will publish a defense of the Association in the Washington Chronicle Sunday - suggest Newark papers reprint, secure copies for distribution.  Considering Mr. Tirewright's application for gardener.  Household furnishings need to be replaced. Mr. Herbert's items now being removed.  Cites Mount Vernon's first donation - aims for $75,000 endowment.  Receives harness from anonymous donor. ER-2, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sick over publication of \"private letter\" to Mrs. Berghmans and Col. Forney's article. A Scottish gardener, James Craig, will arrive soon, came with fine recommendations. He is 33 and unmarried.  Miss Tracy's management reduced \"funds.\" ER-2, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Written for the Regent. Regent's deep regret that a hastily written note to a friendly Vice Regent marked \"private\" should have been published - for it throws her in wrong light to public. ER-2, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Written for the Regent. Nathan counts number of stairs incorrectly. ER-2, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding discrepancy in charges for freight.  Says her \"heart is set\" on having Mrs. Perrin for secretary. ER-2, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lost mirror found.  Clock ticking in Washington's library.  Reports many items received:  oilcloth, mirror, window shades, stair carpet.  Mr. Craig starts work Feb. 1.  Favorable article in Sunday Herald.  Locality of stables to be improved.  Seeks cheaper merchandise prices in New York or Newark.  Profits Sept-Nov $11.25.  Visitors, 25-45 daily, wish to meet Regent.  Annual receipts $160, 15 times more than last year.  Gates and fences to be mended.  Mr. Sykes helps.  Ambulance duty.  Claim for Mount Vernon now in House.  Mrs. Morse's disloyalty, Vice Regent of Maine replies; Mrs. Chace's defense superior to Col. Forney's. Freight charges on boat, receipt of long list of furnishings.  Parlor mirror needed. ER-2, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Gardener Mr. Craig gives list of seeds to be bought.  He obtains plants from public grounds and greenhouses.  President's gardener comes to Mount Vernon.  New Jersey raises as much as $25 per donation for the endowment fund. ER-2, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent in Washington, 10 days working for Claim.  Mrs. Farnsworth and General Butler give aid.  Sectional feeling still strong.  Mr. Craig has improved Mount Vernon.  100 visitors on Feb. 22.  Miss Marks' ancestral home is burned and family decides to go elsewhere. ER-2, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding Mrs. Halsted's serious illness.  Guests with letter of introduction.  Grateful for suggestion on Hon. Horace Capron, will act on it. ER-2, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Comments on Mrs. Halsted's illness, says to make sure she takes better care of herself.  Recounts her own activities.  Says Regent plans to go to Washington to see Claim through.  Destruction of relics since Mr. Herbert's departure.  Refers to attack on MVLA by New York Observer. ER-8, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Received Regent's letter with account of Grand Council and other Mount Vernon affairs.  Informed Mr. Myers and Mr. Macfarland of request re Farmer's Bank Stock which latter thinks worthless.  Re property values and changes in Richmond, cotton crop, carpet-bag rule in Virginia, negro suffrage, etc. ER-16, p. 297\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Mr. Phelps enthusiastic for Mount Vernon's claim. Senators Sumner and others give aid.  Craig receives seeds and plants from Washington - strawberries, grapes. ER-2, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville. Suggests Dr. and Mrs. Marks and daughter stay at Mount Vernon. Table furnished from monthly allowance while Regent is South.  The Marks' house destroyed by fire and no insurance. ER-8, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Orders a cart and horse paid for from $7000 \"claim\" paid to the Association by U.S. Govt.  Is alone at Mount Vernon - Marks family has left. ER-2, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. It is raining - only 3 passengers onthe  boat.  Perplexities about servants and secretaries.  1900 visitors since Mar. 1 (\"our most prosperous month\") - evening trips, excursions.  Paint from library floor is off, Mr. Young \"does ambulance gratuitously\".  Sarah the housemaid is ill. ER-2, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explains departure of the Marks family; still without a secretary.  Mr. Capron has sent new and rare seeds - for \"experimental use.\"  Re $7000 \"claim\" passed  by U.S. Congress. ER-2, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hopes for a visit from General and Mrs. Halsted.  Reminds her Mr. Herbert owned at least half of things in Mansion. ER-2, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Urges General and Mrs. Halsted to visit Mount Vernon.  Acknowledges vegetable seeds.  Will rebuild one of the \"burned\" greenhouses, secure grape vines.  Visitors back to old ratio.  Potato crop failure for 2 years - welcome new kind sent. ER-2, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Assumes Mrs. Halsted, like herself, will attempt anything for Mount Vernon.  General Michler favors thorough investigation of all repairs needed.  Will build Greenhouse as they have so much brick to be size of Washington's that burned.  Will cultivate fruits and flowers for sale.  Miss Finney will stay with her and act as secretary until she finds a new permanent one. ER-2. p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. L.J. Prime of the New York Observer Office declares he wishes Mount Vernon to be preserved, but while Miss Cunningham's zeal and energy were successful in raising funds, she lacks practical business ability to carry on restoration and upkeep.  Pays high tribute to women who have worked in the cause. ER-8, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Minutes finished by Miss Finney.  Nathan reports 2 Mount Vernon visitors corresponding with Mr. Taylor, Alexandria, re building site adjacent to Mount Vernon.  Regent plans to purchase this property immediately.  50 visitors today.  Worried over A.T. Stuart's merchandise bill. ER-2, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Securing glass cases for a room to be a permanent museum.  Estimate to be secured for painting Banquet Room. Discusses heating Greenhouse by hot water and \"not smoke\".  New secretary is \"affectionate, gentle\" but \"too timid.\" ER-2, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Cost of painting Banquet Room $105. Washington property next to Mount Vernon is to be sold. ER-2, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Regarding Mrs. Tiffey's qualifications for a secretary.  Necessary to buy a plough.  Anticipates corresponding with Smithsonian Institution. ER-2, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Regarding Regent's nephew attending Princeton.  Mr. Craig understands rain gauge.  Enclosed measurements of Mansion from old papers which refer to some rooms by name.  57 visitors yesterday. ER-2, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Formal application letter to Miss Cunningham to become secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Evergreens turned over to Superintendent of Lafayette Park. Saw in the paper that Congress made appropriation and architect to be sent out to Mount Vernon to decide on repairs--advises her to leave Mount Vernon before sickly season starts. ER-5, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Approves of buying land adjacent to Mount Vernon.  Will advise with Regent and Mr. Herbert, and plan for purchase if Court decree renders purchase necessary. ER-8, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. In reply to application for position as secretary.  Offers $400 per year, board and immediate employment.  Gives directions for taking Steamer Arrow, free passage; her cousin, Miss Finney, will remain for some time.  Notes on the page written by Vice Regent Susan Hudson of the Record Committee. ER-4, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Quotes letter of Mr. Forney to \"Register of the Treasury,\" recommending Miss Susan Finney as clerk. ER-5, p. 10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regrets that Mrs. Halsted's father's illness prevents their conference on Mount Vernon problems.  Regent is daily expecting a competent secretary. ER-11, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding land adjoining Mount Vernon, Court orders sold.  Freight charged on mattress, bedstead, parlor desk.  Prof. Henry gives water gauge, buys thermometer.  Vice Regent of New York says collections will resume after $7000 claim is spent.  Repairs - plastering on 2nd floor, Greenhouse walls leveled, gardener's house.  Two bedrooms, 2nd floor plastered, 3rd floor replastered (beams sound), colonnade tinned.  Mr. Forney reduces supply costs.  Banquet Hall cost about $105.  One \"Great Room\" mirror broken in removal, other misplaced. ER-2, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside, near Newark. Benjamin Pike, optician, will send him a thermometer to go with rain gauge he is giving Mount Vernon. Gardener Craig will send Prof. Henry rainfall reports.  Regent will also send him a pass to Mount Vernon on steamer \"Arrow\".  General Michler has workman repairing Mansion.  Regent wishes to make West Parlour a Museum.  Would be pleased to have Patent Office's relics at Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Package of paper received. Donor's name missing.  Government workmen making repairs in Mansion, plastering.  Mrs. Tiffey has arrived. ER-2, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay 2 - Day passed quietly, read most of time.  May 4 - Number of visitors, one was present at visit of Putnam Guards in 1860, poem by Mrs. Sigourney read. ER-16, p. 148\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Recieved tickets to Mount Vernon and will go to confer with Regent re Washington relics.  Change in commissioner of patents recently occurred.  Advises keeping question out of newspapers and Congress. ER-8, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside, near Newark. Regarding glass cases no longer in use in Patent Office which may be transported to Mount Vernon on steamer \"Arrow\" without cost.  The Regent wants a museum at Mount Vernon of \"Souvenirs of Washington and Revolutionary worthies.\" ER-8, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside, near Newark. Hopes the prof. and his wife will visit Mount Vernon soon, and that the Regent herself will make arrangements for Washington relics.  Thinks disagreeable part of Mansion repairs about ended. ER-8, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Complimentary ticket sent to Professor Joseph Henry.  Mrs. Berghmann's report on Hiram Power's statue of E. Everett designed for MVLA.  Cost of painting Banquet Hall.  Slow returns on New Jersey Appeal.  Information on sale on Washington property adjoining Mount Vernon.  Mansion repair costs prevent painting. ER-2, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. May have six or eight large sashes for Mount Vernon if General Michler will arrange for transportation. ER-8, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside near Newark. Asks for 8 window sashes to be sent to Mount Vernon from the Patent Office per his approval. ER-8, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside near Newark. Wrote to the Regent and General Michler at once re large sashes at Patent Office to be transported on the steamer \"Arrow\" to Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Professor Henry's advice on \"souvenirs.\" President visits Mount Vernon.  Training new secretary, Mrs. Tiffey.  Worried over return trip to South Carolina.  Gardener Craig has gotten married.  Asks for Association's bills.  Wallpaper described, 2nd floor room examined, several layers; Blue and Yellow Rooms, River Room and Lafayette Room.  Gifts of bedroom paper, mower.  Freight still charged to the Association. Bad weather reduces visitors. ER-2, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Corrects statement re furnishing a room for each original state.  Lafayette Room assigned to New Jersey - still needs much in furnishing - any article of antiquity in good order. Furniture and ornaments are gratefully received.  Repairs completed, restoration goes on.  Endowment needed.  Appeals sent out in New Jersey. ER-8, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding garden and farm implements and Mansion repairs; General Michler's advice re heating asked; greenhouse walls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Freight must be marked \"free\"in New York.  Mrs. Comegys strongly advises bidding in land for sale on the 10th.  By chance Regent learns through Alexandria advertisement, it is to be sold on the 10th. ER-2, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Second floor of Mansion under repair, only one room can be used. Plastering, papering, and painting \"are to be done.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mr. R.B. Washington desires him to say that he will sell the 33 acres of land to the MVLA for $15,000, and he will do all in his power to have sale confirmed by Court, which deprives W.A. Taylor of control if private sale is held.  Any nuisance resulting should be referred to Virginia legislature, for an amendment to Charter. ER-8, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler's advice re furnace and sashes; Buckeye Mower a success; Mr. Sykes, also Grace Greenwood and party call.  Discusses the land for sale and Mr. Washington's offer. Asks General Halsted to join Mr. Cooke at sale.  Miss Finney, Mrs. Tiffey's cousin, left today. ER-2, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy with transcript. Regarding the Rittenhouse land surveyor's compass owned by Washington which he wishes to sell.  Its value is now historic, not commercial.  Neither Patent Office nor Smithsonian has funds for such a purpose.  Doubts if it will bring $100.  The tripod is at Mount Vernon and compass belongs there. ER-8, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent leaves Mount Vernon and Miss Arnold is at Mansion with the secretary. ER-16, p. 152\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Miss Cunningham is on her way South to South Carolina.  Not anxious to remain alone at Mount Vernon with Miss Arnold.  Hopes someone will come soon.  Sale of flowers to visitors. ER-15, p. 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent left Mount Vernon on May 26, completely broken down, having set Mount Vernon accounts in order, \"fitting up her wardrobe\", worried about her private affairs, and approaching land sale near Mount Vernon.  Paper not yet arrived for walls.  Spiral staircase to cupola finished, greenhouse brick work nearly done; garden is \"handsome\", shrubs trimmed, annuals will soon blossom.  Sashes for Banquet Hall arrived.  General Michler at Mount Vernon today.  Tribune correspondent visits Mount Vernon.  English grass is driven out by coarse native grass. ER-15, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Kirkwood. Regarding the death of her husband--sympathises with her difficulties, especially with \"our Louisiana friend\"--news of her family's fortunes since the war--struggle to educate children. ER-14, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Greensboro. Mrs. Walker expected.  Mr. Comegys advises securing the 33 acres. Writes of problem to Vice Regents.  Terms of payments.  Mr. Cooke to purchase in his name with limit of $100 an acre  but announces to the public that the Association will not bid against speculators. ER-2, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Page labeled \"3.\" possibly third page in the letter, to a friend expressing her joy at being secretary of the MVLA.  Finds the \"job and atmosphere in every way congenial.\" ER-16, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Itemized list of money earned during sales in June and accompanying note. ER-16, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with partial transcript. Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon  affairs running smoothly.  Nathan keeps house in good order.  May sales above average.  Read the Regent's directions to gardener Craig. Delay in farm work because of hauling for others.  Plasterers will finish Mansion soon, have finished Craig's house and he moved in.  Rains stop the planting of potatoes.  Suggests extra laborer for planting and one for cleaning out vistas.  Trouble raising chickens.  Expects her daughter tomorrow.  Forwards Mrs. Sweat's letter.  Plasterer suggests tinning Library closets, will do best he can with large closet.  General Sherman and party from Navy at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 156\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. End of letter missing.  Mount Vernon. \"Elegant paper with gilt and green figures\" border and ceiling papers arrived.  Plasterers putting on last coats on the second floor.  Mr. Fornsby expected, wants to paint Mansion, one coat at least General  Sherman and party at Mount Vernon.  Plasterers start painting in Banqueting Hall tomorrow. ER-16, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Expects her youngest daughter tomorrow.  Sarah suffers a good deal.  Milk sold well.  Bill received for curtains. ER-16, p. 160\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses letter from E.A. McIntire of the office of the Secretary of War regarding a pary of Masons who would like to visit Mount Vernon. Mrs. Tiffey refers them to Mr. Sykes.  Wallpaper for one room arrived--elegant paper, deep buff with gilt and green figures, sent by Christie and Constance.  Mrs. Halsted says paper for New Jersey room will be sent and Turkey Red for curtains.  Ceiling paper received in white, border matches side walls.  Also received Mrs. Halsted's message to General Michler.  Mahogany cases from President's House to be sent here.  Plasterers have \"pointed\" Banquet Hall. ER-16, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks him to carry Mount Vernon goods free of charge from New York to Alexandria.  Lawshee Express Co. carries all goods free and will deliver New Jersey goods to your steamers. ER-8, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Gardener Craig and wife \"settled\"now.  Crops look well, grass to be cut, West Ford helps Nathan cleaning garret; plasterer did not return to finish work.  Repeats a visitor's comment that Mount Vernon has not been kept in better repair.  Frank leaves, Sarah doing well; Daddy Jim sick several days. Mentions General Sherman's visit. ER-16, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gardener Craig returns from sale, brings word from Mr. Sykes, bid on adjoining lots was $65 per acre. Mr. Taylor says no bid accepted under $200 per acre, 2 lots not sold.  Gibbs farm sold for $45 including buildings.  Land at south of Mount Vernon bought by Mr. Mowlin.  Fishery gave highest bid.  Private party offers $200 for 2 lots.  Sold strawberries, peas ripe.  Plasterers, bricklayers and carpenters at Mount Vernon next week. ER-16, p. 164\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re bill for Christie and Constance wall-paper and \"Turkey Red\" curtains from Paton and Co.  Wallpaper samples for Graves \u0026amp; Co. Captain Stackpole will see to it.  Asks if Janeway's wall-paper and bedstead are gifts. Discusses General Michler and bills for paint, oil, and glass.  General Michler sent Mount Vernon six large mahogany cases from President's House.  Hall will not be painted.  Thinks General Michler hopes to get more money for repairs. ER-16, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy press letter adhered to paper. Praises Miss Cunningham for her continuing efforts on behalf of the MVLA.  Much is illegible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Captain Stackpole attended to packages. Mr. Fornsby's order for paints and reply as to who would pay bills.  Reports on beds and mattresses.  Sends measurements for parlor and Lafayette windows and door.  No frames for mosquito wire but Mrs. Fornsby will have them made. ER-16, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Attends faithfully to Mrs. Halsted's letters.  Wallpaper for hall and stairway, another pattern for lower hall and white ceiling received from Janeway, New York. Mrs. Halsted has high post bedstead for Washington's room, plaster in closet not finished.  \"The Buckey\" mower is in operation and planting finished; Frank has left, vistas opened. Mules work the mower (destroying snakes, frogs and chicken).  Mr. Sykes reports $55 per acre was the highest bid on land, fishing sold for $65.  Strawberry, cherries, and dairy sales reported.  Cost and methods of keeping ice at Mount Vernon given.  Boat ticket sales, May $532. ER-16, p. 170\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Kept amount of paper received from Janeway, light blue paper from Graves and Co. for New Jersey not received. Hall is wainscotted.  General Michler has sent 6 large mahogany cases.  Banquet Hall looks like a lumber room.  Regent mourns sale of Washington land.  Two lots Miss Cunningham wanted were not sold.  Christy and Constance paper a gift. ER-16, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Linganore, Frederick County, Maryland. Gives history of Washington's land compass which he bought as relic and placed on exhibition at Patent Office. Now asks Association to purchase it and to state what they will pay for it.  Book accompanies it by George Washington Parke Custis gives history of compass. ER-8, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mahogany cases to be reported \"from Patent Office.\"  Woodwork for greenhouse made in Washington ER-16, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Woodwork for greenhouse came from Washington. Mr. Follansbee is here with new set of carpenters and plasterers.  Mrs. Halsted sent wallpaper, oilcloth for Banquet Hall as promised, wire window screens, mirrors for parlor, a Mayflower chair in which Washington sat, suit of clothes, Scotch crash for Dining Room.  Craig sold calf for $10. Wants to sell the cow also. Hired Tom Mitchell at $1 per day.  Lawn hay cured. Mrs. Tiffey's daughter helps with bouquets.  Lucy is feeble.  Suggestions for Lafayette Room paper and ceiling.  Dark East Parlor paper soiled.  Men with greenhouse pipe here. ER-16, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. On company letterhead. Says that if he is notified of contributions for refurnishing Mansion, with description, measurements, etc.  he will decide each case separately with idea of aiding Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Building greenhouse.  Mr. Follansbee suggests sashes on each side window.  Six mahogany cases from Patent Office, placed in Banquet Hall.  Reports visitors interest in Mount Vernon.  Mr. Curriden of Pennsylvania asked if $30,000 would put estate in order, said Association ought to have endowment, had keen interest in 33 acres adjoining the estate which the Regent wishes to add to Mount Vernon.  Orphans visited.  Sales of photographs good, flowers less, magnolias sold for 50 cents.  Mr. and Mrs. Phelps of Baltimore called. ER-16, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of three letters: Mrs. Tiffey to Anthony Kimmel, June 24, 1869; Anthony Kimmel to Mrs. Tiffey, June 19, 1869; Mrs. Tiffey to Nancy Halsted, July 16, 1869. In regards to relics being purchased by the MVLA, specifically the compass offered to them. Letter to Mrs. Halsted concerning freight costs. ER-8, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. [Page has been trimmed] Mowing machine satisfactory.  General Michler's work on greenhouse. Condition of crops. ER-6, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside near Newark. Most cheerfully complies with his request to furnish description of items. Massive bedstead from Mrs. Cooper of New Jersey, 2 packages wallpaper; six old style chairs, (Mayflower chairs included) box with Washington's suit of clothes and articles for home and farm. ER-8, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Declines to contribute to Mount Vernon because the U.S. government recently appropriated $7000 for that institution. ER-8, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Mount Vernon. Update on furnishings and repairs in the Mansion. ER-16, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter, perhaps a continuation of another letter. Mentions the harpsichord being moved to the parlor. Discusses General Sherman's visit and comments overheard. Mr. Craig has \"opened the front vista\" to everyone's excitement. W-16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. He is under wrong impression regarding $7000 appropriated by Congress. Explains that General Michler is in charge of repairs from U.S. \"claim appropriation\" and only replaced plaster and timbers in Mansion.  All else done by private subscriptions with examples cited. Hopes he will reconsider donating oil cloth for use in Banquet Hall. ER-8, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letter in two pieces. Wants Hall wallpapered, enough also for cupola entrance.  Sends Bell $30 for photographs.  Ice water necessary.  Reports briefly on sales, visitors, servants.  Two boats run 3 times per week.  Needs to clean from cupola to cellar after plasterers.  Nathan is patient, Craig does well. ER-16, p. 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Delayed courts in South Carolina make it uncertain when Miss Cunningham's case will be called.  Hopes Miss Tiffey (now at Mount Vernon on trial basis) will prove a good manager.  Fears over purchase of 33 1/2 acres tract.  Acknowledges donations Mrs. Halsted has secured for Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Blue paper has not arrived. West Parlor is wainscotted, East Parlor painted like the Association's  Parlor, but ceiling is ugly and soiled. Suggests Christy \u0026amp; Constance paper for library, no questions about Hall paper.  General Michler expected soon, urges large room be painted at once.  Visitors wonder why things have not been finished.  Walls in Washington's bedroom are very white.  Quotes Regent's letter re papering without Council's authority, Mrs. Halsted's suggestion to have old styles manufactured from her samples.  Questions leaving walls white rather than using modern wallpaper. Might be plain colors as Washington refers to yellow, also blue rooms.  Wants a bed Washington has slept in for his bedroom.  Suggests ways of acquiring bed on which he died, and asking Generla Lee for it.  Regent anxious about acquiring adjacent land. ER-16, p. 180\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Made currant jelly.  Two hundred twenty-six boat tickets sold.  Sales for mills and flowers fair.  Reports inquiries of Mount Vernon visitors.  Freemen have been to vote.  Tim, Nathan, and Sarah ailing. ER-16, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside near Newark. Understands he has a room in his house which remains as when occupied by Washington.  Explains MVLA's efforts to refurnish Mansion in period of George Washington and if possible with furniture he had used. ER-8, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas located furniture dated to Washington's time. ER-8, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Mrs. Halsted misunderstood his proposition, which is to fill orders for repair of Mount Vernon invoicing them at current rates and to return to you all over cost of goods. ER-8, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Great Room oil cloth received.  Freight was free.  Gifts of mirrors with ancient pattern and much paper.  Government repairs going slowly.  Wants Mansion in shape for Lord and Lady Adare.  Considers \"mosquito-screens.\"  Funds insufficient for Mansion repairs, building greenhouse and colonnades.  Portico roof must wait.  Boat receipts 1/2 last year due to weather.  Commends \"Halsted corn.\" ER-2, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Three pounds of fertilizer donated no charge.  Thanked Mrs. Taylor, also Dewey \u0026amp; Son for gifts.  Regent postpones wallpapering until her return to Mount Vernon. Describes present condition of walls, declares Banquet Hall and East Parlor must be painted.  Suggests most desirable immediate improvements for walls.  Washington's bedchamber clean, but  needs curtains.  Striped paper for entrance not arrived yet.  Suggests panel paper and paint for library.  Cellar and colonnade not touched.  Government plans for greenhouse first and Mansion second.  Copies and sends Kimmel correspondence. ER-16, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. This is her 13th letter to Regent, comments on irregularity of mails.  Farm affairs going well.  General Michler has not come re Mansion repairs, papering and painting.  Walls of Banquet Hall and East Parlor are mended.  New greenhouse going well.  Suit of clothes not arrived.  Mr. Herbert called, opposes spoiling beauty of Banquet Hall with exhibition cases.  Working on the well - water problem was acute.  Reports on preparations for winter, sale of bouquets, fewer visitors, entertainment of Lord Adare.  Mr. Herbert thinks Mr. Gibbs will be a good neighbor.  Dr. Howland purchased land below wharf and Georgetown purchaser took fishery, lots Regents wants not sold.  Gardener Craig's wife is pleasant and nice to have at the estate. Mrs. Halsted sent china pitcher, bedroom crockery.  Two mirrors owned by Van Rensselaer family expected, large one presented by Mrs. James A. Roosevelt, smaller one by Noel Laurel and Antoine of Belgium plate glass work. ER-16, p. 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Replies to Miss Cunningham's inquiry re party who offered $200 per acre for 33 acres of Mount Vernon estate that he had no such offer nor had he heard from Mr. Washington since tract was withdrawn from public sale.  Thinks Mr. Washington may be negotiating and also that, in his opinion, the Association may purchase at that price, but not less. ER-4, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expecting Regent soon.  Few visitors and intense heat.  Wrote Mr. Taylor confidentially. He has heard nothing from Mr. Washington since sale, 33 acres withdrawn from public sale. Thinks he is negotiating privately.  General Michler has not been here for 3 weeks. Carpenters putting up cases, 2 in each corner for relics. One might be put in West Parlor.  Craig wants to buy cow and calf for $75.  Nathan is feeling better. ER-16, p. 182\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wallpaper arrived, 24 rolls for $16 - broad stripe, dark green and buff.  General Michler promises to paint Banquet Hall, can't go beyond $7000.  Sashes are too large. Mahogany cases in Banquet Room.  One coat of paint for that room, East Parlor, Hall and doors. Suggests varnish.  If funds are left from greenhouse, there is more to be done.  No work on colonnades and cellar yet.  No date set for Regent's return.  Hopes to have free freight for Mount Vernon. Mr. Sykes is seriously ill. ER-16, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside near Newark.Called to see about getting a carved gilt eagle suitable for top of antique mirror.  Told to furnish description of mirror and measurements which she encloses. Asks if it could be donated.  See also letter, August 6, 1869. ER-8, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler declares \"large drawing room, East Parlor and Lafayette Room\" shall be painted. Will bring White House painters in 2 weeks, and some papering to be done.  One man needed to constantly trim and clean around fences and corners.  Dickey and Co. glass is here, now painting sashes for greenhouse.  Papering is awaiting Regent's return.  Entrance to Washington's bedroom not plastered, hoped to have it papered.  Lafayette Room not white. ER-16, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. She was mistaken that they offered the carved eagle for free. It will cost between $15 and $20 but they would be happy to begin work on it. ER-8, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Commends Mrs. Halsted's activities.  Reports collections from Mrs. Chace, Miss Harper, prospects from Mrs. Henry.  Funds sufficient to buy hose and coupling and to plant Mr. Corcoran's gift of trees.  Personal finances delayed Regent's return to Mount Vernon.  Declares she will never exceed the authority the Constitution gives her. ER-2, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside near Newark. She understood the eagle was to be given for antique mirror. The frame is 150 years old and was given by Mrs. Van Rennsalaer, plate glass given by J.A. Roosevelt.  Restoration is being done by means of gifts only.ER-8, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent returns to Mount Vernon today.  Painting of rooms progresses slowly.  House will soon be ready for Mrs. Halsted's relics and valuable gifts.  Refers to Mrs. Halsted's account of Washington's furnished room. ER-2, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. On her way home after 7 months in Europe. Inquires after Mount Vernon affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler ordered two parlors and large drawing room painted - no funds for more.  Itemized estimate given for other painting is $70, Association is furnishing paint.  Mr. Halsted recommends finishing greenhouse first. ER-2, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lafayette Room finished first, expects seven chairs and other treasures.  Inquired on wall decorations from Mrs. Mason and Mrs. Lewis.  Banquet Room was  papered by George Washington. Parlor was blue. Washington's bedroom not known. Discusses Association's plans, asks for sample panel paper.  Will use Mrs. Halsted's funds for Lafayette Room.  Mrs. Ritchie's pin cushion made from Martha Washington's parlor curtains. Mr.  Herbert says the Association's parlor and west parlor are original brown-slate color. ER-2, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letterhead, Office of the Mount Vernon Steamer \"Arrow,\" Willard Hotel. Washington, D.C. Sends her $559. 90 given by Charles C. Jones and her account book. ER-4, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. General Michler underestimates repair costs planned from claim fund. Only 3 rooms on 1st floor painted. Greenhouse plans out, wants Association funds for building colonnade.  Annual boat receipts increased.  Describes color of walls in various rooms.  Will decorate according to Washington's plan when possible, no certainty of colors.  Everett and Washington statues for Banquet Hall.  The Washington Republican's unfavorable article. Mrs. Morse's influence, visits Mount Vernon in Regent's absence. Describes Frederick Douglass visit to the estate. ER-2, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports considerable sickness at Mount Vernon.  Drought is alarming.  Carriage repaired but not worth painting.  Difficulties in restoration of colonnades.  West Parlor painted its old shade.  Gardener Craig needs his salary.  Colonnade standing is not same as original which was like the outside of large window--should be fluted.  Forwards wallpaper sample from Mrs. Halsted, thinks library ceiling paper suitable.  Eagle to replace the one stolen and purchased for $6.  Assures Regent Tiffey children will be no burden to the Association. ER-16, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent learns General Michler has used up money, his estimates very inadequate.  Asks Mrs. Halsted for funds to finish Mansion painting.  Mr. Sykes sends Regent clipping of an unwarranted attack on Mount Vernon, perhaps instigated by Mrs. Morse. ER-16, p. 186\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. Approves sample of paper. Comments on work of Mrs. Halsted. Wishes they could have met Mr. Peabody at the \"Springs.\" ER-2, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Called on Mrs. Maynadier and Mrs. Kennon.  As a child, Mrs. Kennon's mother used to take her to see her \"Aunt Lewis\" and to Mount Vernon, but there was no \"intimacy in families.\" Her mother, born in blue room looking to river, said everything so changed at Mount Vernon.  Showed us mirror that had hung in East Parlor and some pieces of china.  Painted ceiling and woodwork in Association's Parlor.  Begs Regent to send color for large room and east Parlor as work is badly delayed.  Mrs. Halsted has shipped 2 mirrors, 1 bedstead, 6 chairs, bedroom crockery, an elegant pitcher (gifts, value $200).  \"Daddy Jim\" says he came to Mount Vernon 6 months after Mrs. Washington's death, large room was yellow and always had been.  Quotes Mrs. Halsted's letter on colors she prefers. ER-16, p. 184\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Still awaits decision on color for New Room and East Parlor.  Woodwork and ceiling of Association's parlor finished, will paint side walls.  Wire cloth bill of lading arrived.  Tries to get papering done. ER-16, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mirrors, chairs, other furnishings came by boat.  Painting finished except New Room and East Parlor which awaits Regent's decision for color. ER-16, p. 188\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Furniture (gifts) arrived, no \"coil of wire\" to hang mirrors.  Painter gone, leaving New Room and East Parlor until Regent decides on color.  Lafayette Room painted, ceiling to be papered. Halls to be papered first. Waiting for color decision a great drawback. Scaffolding still in New Room, distressed not to have Mansion in order for visitors. ER-16, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. Fire destroys nearby hotel where Regent is staying.  Must decide on colors for parlors.  Vice Regents leave it to Regent. Maine Vice Regent suggests using original colors. ER-2, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Painter will return when Regent sends decision on color for New Room and East Parlor.  Painted room to have new paper, free of charge.  Hopes money and letters were not burned in Atlantic Hotel fire.  Notes of thanks for furniture Mrs. Halsted procured.  Her daughter is here for a few days.  Fox attacked their poultry. ER-16, p. 190\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. New York, Alexandria, Washington, and Georgetown, Steamship Company. Wallpaper and bedstead will be transported free of charge. ER-8, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Puzzled that Regent does not write.  Mr. Nalley came down to see about painting, can have no more paint through Mr. Follansbee.  Captain Stackpole engages paper-hangers for Mount Vernon.  Mr. Nalley estimates painting on exterior of Mansion will be $150.  Anxious to finish interior painting as mixed paint is drying up and he cannot be paid wages until work is completed, so he asked Regent to decide on color.  West Parlor is beautiful.  Asks instructions for placing cases and chairs.  Craig still digging at greenhouse, paid bill for tile.  ER-16, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island. Painting parlors at Mount Vernon must be deferred; mirrors and red material for curtains most welcome.  Suggests paper blinds will keep cold out better than cloth.  Anticipates Lord and Lady Adare's visit. ER-2, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Gift of library wallpaper received. Waiting for decision on color of paint. Visitors see Mansion in confusion. Painters need pay which cannot be given until work is completed.  Greenhouse work stopped, ready for heating plant. Asks if Washington chair had straight legs like two Van Rensalaer chairs, refers to \"odd\" chair, asks for donor's name. ER-16, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letter from Regent to Craig.  Tiffey has sent Regent six letters, forwarded mail, asked for instructions re painting Mansion and received no word from Regent in two weeks.  Again asks for decision re Mr. Nalley's urgent desire on the completion of painting. ER-16, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape Island. Lists paint colors suggested by Vice Regents replying to inquiry.  Discusses painting according to modern ideas of beauty or keeping to colors of period perhaps not so attractive.  Original used if they are certain of color.  East Parlor bedroom  and ceiling of \"our parlor\" were blue.  Great Room had green cornice,  oilcloth worn out. ER-2, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports that repairs to the colonnades and painting have not started because the interior painting \"in status quo.\"  She reviews the painter's urgent requests for a color decision and reasons given to him for delay.  Mr. Craig's letter leaves her without instructions.  The droughts in the area are severe.  Mrs. Halsted asks Regent's advice regarding the \"good fashion\" of using gas pipe around walls for hanging pictures, and of obtaining portraits of all Presidents and other important national pictures.  Mr. Follansbee declares he must finish his paint work and will use old colors unless instructions come before Thursday. ER-16, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives Regent's letters from  the 13th, 18th,  and 19th today.  Regrets her attempts to shield Regent annoyed her.  Sends sales for August, photographs, flowers, canes, milk, fruit, butter, also entrance fees, $134.71.  Bills paid include labor bill, $121.25, Sarah's bill $12.25. Sends Regent all on hand, $60.50.  Captain Stackpole will make up deficiency, bring it to $80.  Plasterers here. ER-16, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lower Hall ceiling finished, white watered paper. Need same for upper hall, ceiling on stairways and in entrance to Washington's bedroom. Lists paper needed. Best paper is for library so walls need scraping and extra preparation.  Tries to thank Mrs. Taylor for parlor desk.  She is not sure which chair is Washington's and which from James Van Renssalaer.  Re cornices - Regent's room has oval projection over window, East Parlor has round wood \"bar\" across two windows with eagle in center as in Washington's time. Same type is in Association parlor. ER-16, p. 200\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. She received Miss Cunningham's letters from the 13th, 18th, and 19th, all postmarked 20th.  She is hurt that Miss Cunningham worried she was being neglectful of her duties and promises she is innocent and thought she was doing the right thing by not bothering Miss Cunningham with every detail, which would make her anxious.    Discusses wages and contract for the painter and delays in papering rooms. Men fed and lodged at Mount Vernon.  The walls should be scraped and more wallpaper is needed. There are delays with work on the greenhouse.  Mr. Fisher begs to start work on the colonnade. Updates on other Mansion interior work and gifts including: 2 mirrors with eagles, wire hangings, high post bed, mosquito wire cloth, chairs, oil cloths promised.  She canned peaches and tomatos, and dried apples. Mr. Craig made cider.  Reports the boat receipts. ER-16, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Acknowledgement of his gift of Washington's suit of clothes.  Asks him to publish list of donations from New Jersey in his newspaper and send her 10 copies of paper with list. ER-8, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Tiffey is troubled a check she sent did not reach her. The pipes for the greenhouse are being placed.  She has sent Mrs. Halsted samples of wallpaper needed. The East Parlor is so dark it needs two coats, and the painter charges $100. ER-16, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. Reports that she went to Washington for paint. The colors had to be mixed and there was no deep shades of pink or ashes of roses.  Mr. Hudson will come to Mount Vernon and help mix colors.  She mentions a blue grey and a blue. ER-16, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mount Vernon has no Bible belonging to it. Leaves it to them for action. ER-8, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Updates on repairs and work on the Mansion. General Michler sent men to scrape the walls for the paperers. The library is nearly done. Mr. Craig needs level for laying pipes. She expects a Bible and prayer book, and wants a Webster's Dictionary.  She expects the Regent to arrive tomorrow. She received a stand for the hall and green border paper for the hall and entrance to Washington's room. Says which rooms need paper. Post script dated October 2 mentions that Miss Cunningham had not arrived, but a shipment of wallpaper border had come.  ER-16, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent returns.  Ready to make curtains, needs border.  Lafayette Room ready for guests.  Christy and Constance paper is \"exquisite.\"  Large room may be stone color.  East Parlor finished soon, painted and sanded.  Nathan and carpenters are sick.  Heating plant about ready.  Craig planting strawberries. Need wire for mirrors, red thread, linen for pillow cases.  \"Carpet\" prospects pleasing.  \"If Prayer Book sent, must be a Presbyterian Book.\" ER-2, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Since secular and religious press have become unfriendly to Mount Vernon, she thanks steamship company double for its helping hand.  Asks for complete list of freight carried that this gift may be given full recognition in the press.  Will send a bureau 4' x 2', a wash stand 3\" x 18\", carpet and possibly a Mayflower chair. ER-8, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Acknowledging receipt of an elegant Bible that will be forwarded to Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. French grey chosen to go with green cornices.  Varnishes furniture - mahogany cases and harpsichord painted.  East parlor is grey - \"our\" room much improved.  Lafayette Room finished.  Discourages using white curtains. ER-2, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent on her knees making a new carpet out of an old one.  Letter concerning color lost.  Does not favor dimity curtains with fringe of Washington period - prefers red.  Mentions engraving of Lafayette. ER-2, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent wants \"handsome\" border for red parlor curtains.  Regent finishes carpet. ER-2, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. New York, Alexandria, Washington, Georgetown Steamship Company. Articles described will be forwarded free of charge. ER-8, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Acknowledges \"$5 each\" for refitting Mansion.  \"One apartment to be devoted to relics…connected with Washington or Lafayette\"…may be sent to herself or to Regent at Mount Vernon or to Mr. Sykes, Willard's Hotel, Washington. ER-8, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Acknowledges receipt of $500 gift which will be used in re-fitting Mansion. ER-8, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Shipment of goods received - carpet,  curtains, pictures, rugs.  Great amount for the Regent to do. ER-2, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Halsted's activities will stimulate other Vice Regents.  The Banquet Hall is fixed and the Hall floor mended.  Carpet has been laid in the Lafayette room and there are 13 stars on the window cornices.  Discusses curtains, framed embroideries, high poster bed, whitish cottage furniture, bureau, stand, and chairs. Some letters have been lost.  She lacks funds for a furnace and may buy a stove. They will have publicity for the Washington papers when New Jersey and New York complete their gifts. ER-2, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Two letters re requested items to be packed and shipped to Mount Vernon. Local Masonic Lodge donation to be collected. ER-8, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Will be unable to attend next meeting. Mrs. Comegys to have her proxy. She will give something personally to Mount Vernon if she cannot collect more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Appoints Mrs. Halsted her proxy at coming Council. ER-8, p. 150\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. The last box arrived and all items safe.  Massive cornices hard to place. Mrs. Mason called and described details of the Mansion to Miss Cunningham. The Marquise de Chambrun (granddaughter of Lafayette) was the first to see the Lafayette engraving. ER-2, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will send the cross. Ten dollars sent but Masonic lodge donation not yet paid. ER-8, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received the black-walnut bureau and Wilton carpet.  Describes one room ready for use.  Council delayed until later. ER-2, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. The bureau proves satisfactory.  The old-fashioned window cornices are in the east and west parlors.  Everyone is pleased with the Lafayette Room, the carpet, engraving, and embroidery.  General Michler may aid in repairs to the colonnade and furnace. ER-2, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. She is ill and may not be able to go to Mount Vernon for a few days. Did Mr. Craig leave as planned? Send $2.50 worth of flowers twice a week by boat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Accounts ready for Council. General Michler calls and advises waiting for Congressional action on funds.  He has advanced $400 on work. ER-2, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. The oil cloth arrived at the wharf.  Boat was grounded for 2 days.  The cornices are to be decided on later. ER-2, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House. Will be at Mount Vernon to spend one night. She and a friend will stay together in the Lafayette Room if the bed is large enough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. They could not get anyone to work on the house during Thanksgiving. The latest box arrived safely with contents. The Chief Justices came for a visit and Miss Cunningham showed them the \"suit of clothes.\"  ER-2, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTyped transcript copy. (Library of Congress original) Offers the magnolia tree grown from seed planted by Washington for his Oak Hill, and cutting from willows grown at Bonaparte's grave. ER-2, p. 150\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. end of letter missing. Mount Vernon. The Regent went to Washington and started for home alone.  The oil cloth was placed in the Banquet Hall. She and Nathan will arrange for the oil cloth upstairs. Discusses furnishings and sends Banquet Hall window measurements. Says the Regent wishes things \"historical.\"  Follansbee will send a Washington reporter and will give him a list of donations and what repairs the Association made with their funds raised. ER-16, p. 204\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received Regent's letter from Richmond.  Will do her best to entertain Mrs. Mitchell if she arrives. Wrote to Miss Ross and Miss Morse.  Mr. Follansbee and a reporter at Mount Vernon and she refuses permission to be named in article.  Mr. Follansbee wants public to know Association had to use its own funds on part of repairs. ER-16, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House. Regrets Regent has left without her. Her husband is ill, but plans to be at Mount Vernon on Saturday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of bills of MVLA for repairs at Mount Vernon.  General Michler will, when Congress reconvenes, attempt to get Congress to reimburse MVLA for such repairs. ER-4, p. 110\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Captain Stackpole could not find Regent's lost spectacles.  Mrs. Mitchell will bring friend to Mount Vernon on Saturday and remain until Monday.  She and her family go to church Sunday in ambulance.  Went to Colross afterwards and saw Mrs. Mason.  Her daugher, Mrs. Dandridge, returns home.  Miss Louisa Washington is at Mrs. Lloyd's. ER-16, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received the black walnut washstand-well with bureau and bedstead,  four cane seat walnut chairs; four plain gilt cornices for curtains.  Boat ticket sales for November total $182.25.  There are few visitors and  little is sold.  Mr. Fisher was here for 8 days, $3 per day. Labor bill is $126.25. Mr. Craig's salary is $50. Mr. Sykes sent $100.  Mrs. Mitchell's visit is delayed.  Mr. Craig has chills and a fever.  She begged the boat captain to secure coal for them. Copies letter from Julia F. Morris who received her letters of thanks for her efforts, but she is pleased to help Mount Vernon. She is not as successful as her cousin, Mary Morris Hamilton, but hopes to have more to send Mrs. Halsted soon. ER-16, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House. Her husband is still ill, she won't arrive at Mount Vernon until Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. There are few visitors.  Insurance policy expires on the 9th.  Asked Mr. Sykes to pay premium $62.50.  Photograph of Tomb received.  Sends Washington clippings, hopes she approves article on Mount Vernon.  No coal received.  Mrs. Mitchell and friends expected.  No word from Mrs. Yulee or Mrs. Morse.  Curtains are an improvement.  She was alone day and night until 10 p.m. except for servants on duty.  Nathan cleaned garret and halls.  Mr. Fisher is fitting up Upton Herbert's house.  W.B. Kendall of New York gave Wilton carpet $54.50. ER-16, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects the oil cloth and cornice soon.  Acknowledges the Wilton carpet gift from W.B. Kendall.  Makes suggestions for minor furnishings.  Measurements of bureau and pillows. Expects Mrs. Mitchell and her friends for a visit.  The reporter's article in Evening Star is inaccurate. Suggests publishing a gift list in the Washington paper. ER-16, p. 212\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Husband's illness detains her. She has met Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Halsted. She hopes to be at Spring meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Anxious to hear from the Regent as it has been weeks since a letter from her was received.  Mrs. Mitchell was expected,  but did not come and they have received no word.  \"Mrs. Judge Merrick\" and friends called with Mrs. Yulee as her guest. The cornice for the Lafayette Room is black walnut with gilt stars.  Mr. Sykes paid the insurance premium in Alexandria.  Mrs. Ritchie's story has been appearing in the newspaper. The Tomb has been cleaned and wreaths placed there on the anniversary of Washington's death.There are few visitors.  She receives the Regent's letter on 14th. ER-16, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends addresses of bishops, etc.  Copies part of Mrs. Halsted's letter just received re Peale's Washington Before Yorktown painting in Capitol, which family wishes placed at Mount Vernon. Mrs. Halsted favors plan. H-730\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has sent Regent 6 letters, papers, etc. does not understand why she does not get them.  Had bad storm, wind and snow.  Mr. Craig and Henry Roberts have chills and fever.  Does not understand anxiety about Mount Vernon.  Has arranged to pay December labor bill.  Asks if Regent will go to Mrs. Pickens'. ER-16, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Will not be able to stop at Mount Vernon this time as she goes South to finish and furnish her home. Little hope for collecting in Wisconsin. Mr. Corcoran married and she is afraid his young wife will prevent his doing any more for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sympathizes with Regent's fear of Legislature. About 3000 negroes around Richmond go South and hope for better labor.  Spent Christmas with Mrs. Castleman, leaving Mr. Craig in charge at Mount Vernon.  Receives bill of lading for oil cloth from Mr. Halsted.  Mrs. Eve is very sick.  There is fog so no visitors today.  Coal came.  Expects 150 boat visitors this month and $35 for photographs. Excessive rain.  Only 2 articles on Mrs. Ritchie came. ER-16, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. She was very ill and her mother is also not well. Is disappointed in Mrs. Tiffey as secretary and probably will not retain her for long.  Writes about problems with her family plantation and conditions in the South. Mentions the Rembrandt Peale painting, Washington Before Yorktown. ER-2, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Her husband is ill. She plans to leave New York traveling to Philadelphia, then on to Mount Vernon, but plans could change due to his illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies. Mount Vernon business and happenings, number of visitors, weather conditions, etc.  ER-4, p. 36-44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has been reviewing her papers but not found much. Discusses what she knows and remembers regarding the boat contract. Says Mr. Riggs and Miss Tracy were irresponsible with money. Miss Tracy spent it as she pleased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Colross. October 23. Sorry she hasn't written sooner but family matters prevented it. Describes her memories of the Mansion and relics within. ER-3, p. 304.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. New Year's greetings.  Received Mayflower chair, black walnut table, blanket, more cornices, 3 elegant engravings - a small one of Washington, large full length of Mrs. Washington, the Farewell address, paper containing notice of Washington's death.  Gives returns from sales of photographs, flowers, canes, boat tickets, etc., $231.23.  New calf was born. Decrease in milk production. Asks when Regent returns. ER-16, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects the Regent soon. Coldest weather of season, boats icebound, no mail.  Went to Alexandria in \"ambulance.\"  Mr. Comegys and daughters in Washington.  Nathan not well, others sick as well. Have two calves; hens laying.  No visitors. ER-16, p. 220\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Plans to go to Philadelphia on his way to Mount Vernon and spend Saturday at Historical Society rooms, acquiring material for new edition of \"Mount Vernon.\"  Explains that his time and money have been spent on building up his farm, what he has written, increase in sale of his books and magazine articles, lectures to be given.  Hopes to complete Mount Vernon book before Feb. 20.  Refers to a biography to be written. ER-3, p. 293, A-258\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Plans to visit Mount Vernon to make additional notes and sketches for his new, enlarged edition of Home of Washington.  Plans for raising funds for Mount Vernon; favors congressional aid. ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Re publication of his Mount Vernon book, arrangements that may be profitable to MVLA and his publisher alike; suggests it be sold at Mount Vernon for benefit of \"repairing and beautifying\" fund. ER-8, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Went to Alexandria by rail and in a rickety carriage to Mount Vernon. Regent not back from S.C.  Spent day with Mrs. Tiffey, dined in Library.  \"Something must be done to make Mount Vernon credible to the nation.\"  Attended General Sherman's reception.  Describes Prince Arthur of England. ER-3, p. 293, A-258\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks when Ladies to meet again.  Considering a gift of furniture for the Mansion.  Thoughts of giving a Grand Ball in New York City for the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Regarding Washington relics deposited at the Smithsonian. Lewis Washington (descendant of Augustine Washington, George Washington's eldest brother), through his neighbor Strider offers for sale the Washington family relics: pictures, plate, books and correspondence, especially complimentary gifts to George Washington.  Mr. Strider also knows where a \"silver camp equipage\" is located.  Also notes January sales of boat tickets, flowers, canes, photographs. ER-16, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Dealers in American and Foreign Marble. Concerns reconstruction of Washington's Tomb.  Will need dimensions of Tomb before he can make further plans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fairfax. Declines purchasing an original petition of General George Washington to change a road leading through to Mount Vernon. W-370\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Soliciting Wisconsin Masons to rebuild face of Tomb in white marble.  Has had sketches drawn.  Asks Miss Cunningham for Tomb measurements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Expects to come to meeting this year. Discusses changes in MVLA Constitution.  Need for new Illinois Vice Regent. She will consult with Mrs. Judd of Chicago.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends copy of letter from John Strider dated Feb. 5, 1870 regarding Washington relics he has offered to sell the Association. List of relics include sword presented by Frederick the Great, pistol presented by Lafayette, surveying instruments, and a book. She quotes newspaper article regarding the relics stating they should not be permitted to go out of the country. ER-1017\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. She is unable to come to Mount Vernon presently.  Approves sketch of the gardens.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Mount Vernon. Oilcloth for second story hall, clock on stairway.  Mr. Strider agent for Washington relics.  Masons plan marble front to vault.  Asks about New York's $500 contribution.  Regrets Washington relics on market when Association lacks funds. ER-2, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Regarding purchase of additional furnishings for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Consulted General Garfield on best method of asking Congress for an appropriation for Mount Vernon.  Plans to send petition to Congress in March.  Postscript just added to \"Mount Vernon\" book, urges the estate be made attractive and the Mansion made \"an unrivalled museum of momentos of that classic age.\"  Hopes to visit Mount Vernon on March 1st. ER-8, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract copy of previous letter by Benson Lossing in hand of S.W. Tiffey. Also, copy of letter from John Strider re Washington relics.  \"Col. W\" may accept a lower price for his relics, perhaps $10,000.  Asks her to tell Ann Pamela Cunningham that Congress may be induced to give money for the relics. RM-719, ER-4895\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Colross. Urges Mrs. Tiffey not to expose herself to needless fatigue in trips to Alexandria.  Mrs. Mason wishes she had the home conveniences to have cared for the Regent properly that winter.  Mr. Strider called and told of Mr. Lewis's Washington relics which Mrs. Mason thinks the Regent might obtain, but does not want her to deal with an agent.  Mentions prominent women who might be interested in Mount Vernon.  Comments on Mr. Lossing's satisfaction with Mount Vernon and profits he has made on his book, contracting the latter with the Regent's service without monetary recompense. ER-16, p. 218\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Peale's daughter wishes the painting of Washington in the US Capitol to go to Mount Vernon.  Matter of a new Vice Regent in Connecticut.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Has just returned from several days away and is too overwhelmed with his business to write more than a few lines for now. Tells her not to worry, \"It is always darkest just before daylight.\" ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Meets Benson Lossing, discusses endowment fund.  Went to see Peale's painting of Washington at the Capitol.  Professor Henry will present miniature model of Bastile under glass.  Discusses Washington relics in the Patent Office.  Saw Washington relics belonging to Kennon's widow (Martha Washington's granddaughter). The Vice Regent of Connecticut resigned, prospective appointment.  Colonel Washington's relics for sale - difficulties with agents. Sword also for sale. ER-2, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Thanks him for recommending Miss Ella Hutchins as Vice Regent of Texas. ER-11, p. 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. If the next meeting is in May or June, Mrs. Hunt hopes to attend. If it is in winter, she cannot. She hopes to have support of the Masons throughout Missouri. ER-5, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Decides against purchase of the Peale portrait of George Washington.  Still opposes buying certain items for Mount Vernon until their price becomes more reasonable.  Portrait selling for about $13,000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Inquires about the date of the next meeting.  Wishes to keep politics out of the MVLA.  Has sent china for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Appointments of Vice Regents for Massaschusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and Ohio.  Recommends investment of funds in government bonds.  Concurs with furnace plans. ER-2, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Counsels against haste in filling Vice Regent vacancies.  Cites Vice Regents for Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Ohio, Texas, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Missouri. Peale's portrait, reverence for Washington. Mrs. Underwood invited to Mount Vernon; Benson Lossing's efforts to raise funds in New York for Portrait and relics.  Discusses at length \"originals\" of Farewell Address.  Plans to counteract harm of Dr. Prince's article. Bostonian who writes for Mount Vernon. ER-2,. p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Belle Vue Cottage, near Augusta, Georgia. Recently talked to Mrs. Eve about Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Smithsonian Institution. Answer to her letter of the 4th.  Had a visit from Miss Cunningham who came to Washington to meet Benson Lossing for interview.  Bill now before Congress to restore Washington relics but does not include all at Patent Office.  Judge Foot favored transferring articles in Washington case to Mount Vernon.  Possibility of other Congressional bills favoring Mount Vernon. W-94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Not sure she can attend meeting in June, but will vote by proxy if not.  She has sent items to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Meets Colonel Washington's agent in Washington.  Channel filling up gives trouble. Discusses Peale painting for $13,000. Visitors declare Washington relics should be here.  Mrs. Underwood very cordial.  Colonel Washington will take half price if relics are sold to Association.  Appointments of Vice Regents for Connecticut and New Hampshire discussed. ER-2, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. La Grange, New York. Urges patience, an \"antidote\" in the Observer to Dr. Prince's letter published promptly.  Thinks public will not subscribe for purchase of high price relics Mr. Washington offers.  Refers to Washington's Farewell Address, rough draft and perfected copy owned by Mrs. Lennox of New York to be given to his library (paid $2500).  Thinks authenticity of Frederick's sword would be questioned.  Urges an endowment fund be obtained. ER-8, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. The Tomb walk is being widened which requires great labor. ER-2, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Glad Miss Cunningham is pleased with the china.  She is still waiting to hear from Wisconsin Masons.  Feels best to aim for individual rather than more general gifts from people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses Dr. Prince's writing and antagonism.  Filling Vice Regent vacancies in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.  Arousing Masons interest in Indiana and other states.  Colonel Washington's letter describes his relics and New York Union League bid of $50,000.  Funds for Peale portrait - cleaning, insurance. ER-2, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of S.W. Tiffey. Mount Vernon. Thanking him for his letter concerning Washington family \"relics.\"  Mr. Washington was the husband of Ella Bassett Washington, who was appointed first Vice Regent for West Virginia last year. RM-605, ER-4495\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Advises leaving Peale painting at the Capitol until Council meets - states problems involved.  Mrs. Mitchell's gift of china, knives, plates.  Suggests various methods by which the needed ice may be secured. ER-2, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Appointment of a Vice Regent from Massachusetts.  Enlists Benson Lossing's help in securing relics, endowment funds, Peale portrait.  Letter to Mrs. Dandridge.  Reviews attempts for funds in North and South, plans fund for relics.  Fraud cited.  Has high regard for John Augustine Washington. ER-2, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Comments on Commodore Vanderbilt's wife's refusal to contribute to Mount Vernon.  Discourages attempt to raise fund for relics at high price offered, but rather to continue attempts for restoration.  Questions Washington's statements re high prices offered him for relics. Statement made by Mr. Strider, reasons for secrecy in sale, part played by Union League in New York.  Refuses to be party to any secret attempt to raise funds. ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Davidge's interest in Washington relics and fear Union League may buy them.  Mrs. Washington to call on Regent.  Roof leaked during a storm and the ceiling in the Great Room and Washington's bedroom is wet. ER-2, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Bought a plate and stamped cards for Miss Cunningham.  Hopes to be in Washington for meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of S.W. Tiffey. Mount Vernon. Brief sketch of the MVLA and its history.  Wants the Association to have Powers' recently finished bust of Edward Everett to be displayed in the \"Great Room of the Mansion\" beside a \"Life Like\" statue of General Washington.\" RM-263, MS-2776\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Declares his \"profound reference\" for the Regent and admiration for her work. Is honored to work with the MVLA.  Refers to Mr. Washington, Mr. Butterfield and Mrs. Weller.  Comments on frauds re relics.  Authenticity of Frederick's sword.  Dr. Prince asks Mrs.Halsted for a Mount Vernon article in the New York Observer. ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Will follow Mrs. Halsted's article in Dr. Prince's Observer with an account of his visit to Mount Vernon in January 1870.  Will call on Dr. Prince when in New York. Declares \"most profound reverence for the character and services of Miss Cunningham…and feel it a privilege to do what I may...in holding up her hands...until victory shall be secured.\" ER-8, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Document re Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington at Yorktown,\" drawn by Nathaniel Halsted. J. H. Griscom has signed and sent to colleague executor Mrs. Underwood.  Understands the picture is now at Mount Vernon.  Is pleased to lecture in Newark at Mrs. Halsted's request. ER-8, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks him to contribute to endowment. ER-8, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Colonel Washington's wife who has never seen Mount Vernon, accepts Regent's invitation, gives information about Farewell Address.  His mistakes due to information given by Mr. Weller.  Dr. Prince's article in Observer somewhat retracts first unfavorable article. ER-2, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Despite lack of funds, she believes the MVLA can sustain Mount Vernon by visitor fees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Received Mrs. Halsted's article in New York Observer with editorial remark.  Asks Dr. Prince for a column under Lossing's name which will give facts. ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. Regent and Vice Regent of West Virginia plan to call on President re funds for relics (appointment difficult because of 16th amendment discussion).  Peale portrait funds, cleaning, removal, etc. Influential visitors to Mount Vernon.  Lossing article in Observer.  Nelly Custis Lewis describes binding Farewell Address sheets together. ER-2, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve is ill at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 222\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve is very ill, wants her nieces to visit her.  Has sent for Dr. Gibson of Alexandria. ER-16, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Dr. Prince gives column in New York Observer for signed article by Benson Lossing. Has written same in substance as in new edition of \"Mount Vernon.\" ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses Peale picture - order for removal.  Many visitors to Mount Vernon, 400 to 600 in one day. ER-2, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letterhead - State of Florida Executive Office. Concerning Mr. Merrill and the Tomb.  Feels it ought not to be a grand Mausoleum.  Includes Merrill's drawings - proposes it be done in white marble. Detailed description of her plans for Washington's Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses $200 needed for repairs on Peale painting. Adverse opinions on painting.  Gate receipts less than this time last year, labor costs higher.  Milwaukee Masons send design for marble front to Tomb.  Difficulties in appointing Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-2, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Willing to approve use of $200 for repairs, moving, and putting up \"the picture.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Hillside. Is most desirous of having Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown\" in Banquet Hall.  Sends Regent an article re the painting and thinks little of criticism against it.  Re relics Mr. Weller had in a box valued at $20,000, not in accordance with description Mrs. Mason had given.  (At top of page, \"Relics were bosh\").  Seeks donation from Mrs. Winslow. ER-8, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fernandina. Approves of Regent's plan for Peale's painting of Washington at Mount Vernon.  Favors June for time of Council. ER-4, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Dr. Prince has postponed printing Lossing's signed article by one week. ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt leaves the decision regarding the painting by Mr. Peale to Miss Cunningham. Mrs. Hunt plans to attend meeting in June. Advises her to leave Mount Vernon before malaria season begins. Masons in state to do their duty. ER-5, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Admires her energy in carrying on duties of her position and projecting new means of increasing natural interest in Mount Vernon.  Advises a stay at Cape May and for her \"to keep some of the most intelligent\" Vice Regents after Grand Council to help her. ER-13, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Personal matters.  Hopes Miss Cunningham can tell her the time of the annual meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Emery as Lady Manager.  Gardener and the vegetable problem. ER-2, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Henry Llewelyn Daingerfield Lewis. Mother asks him to reply to Regent's letter.  Mrs. Carter was his grandfather's sister, niece of George Washington, children of his sister, Mrs. Betty Lewis.  She is buried with several children, 4 miles from Audley, property owned now by Chas. Castleman.  Buried there at her request.  Mr. Castleman cannot understand Mr. Nance's writing President Grant.  They intend keeping grave in order.  Letter addressed to \"Mrs. Cunningham\". ER-5, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Feels much like Mrs. Mitchell regarding the Tomb.  Is preparing to draw up sketches.  Feels it should be about $100,000 for the job.  Masons of Wisconsin to contribute $10,000 to $15,000.  What style of architecture?  If Washington was Episcopalian, he suggests Gothic.  Suggest a Temple plan with central sarcaphagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee.Now hopes to make the annual meeting.  If she cannot, she chooses either Mrs. Comegys or Mrs. Eve as her proxy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portion of letter missing (cut out).Detroit. Will not attend June Council. Begs Vice Regents Chase and Comegys to be there.  Mrs. Mitchell attends to Masons and to repair Tomb walls.  Refers to discussion of Association finances with Regent, (refuses a salary), funds advanced by her, etc.  Mrs. Ritchie suggests assigning a definite yearly sum to her.  Vice Regent Farnsworth holds proxies for Van Antwerp, Fitch, Richie and Sibley. She will turn these over to Vice Regent Fitch if she attends Council.  Discusses a vacancy and an ex-member. Vice Regent Harper's possible gift of $20,000.  The boat is the main source of revenue, repairs needed this summer.  Masons may undertake Tomb restoration if given estimate of cost. ER-17, p. 154-155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. \"Bill for settlement of your claim passed the House of Representatives on the 27th.\"  Asks Senator Vickers to give attention to it, but advises her to see him and other senators. ER-14, p. 54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, New York. Glad she liked New York Observer's article.  \"Home of Washington\" will be published next week.  Suggests selling it at Mount Vernon; to be sold by subscription only.  Gives terms of publishers offer MVLA. ER-3, p. 292\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Expects to be in Washington shortly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Had not previously received notice of the time of the annual meeting.  Mrs. Hunt is out of town - could not possibly get to Washington in time for the meeting. ER-5, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Masons of Missouri express desire to assist in raising funds for the Washington Tomb project.  Grandmaster plans to officially raise the issue while touring the various lodges. ER-5, p. 287\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. She was made the chairman of the Furnace Committee.  Asks about Richardson \u0026amp; Baynton furnace, patent no. 15 or 16 from Wilmington. There is to be 7 registers on one floor at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Halsted approved, wants Judge Comegys' approval, may be set free of charge.  Will try to secure (free) Douglas patent fire extinguisher.  Asks about the $850 the late Mrs. Hasbrouck of New York collected, and how it should be invested.  Mrs. Tiffey reports photographs have been received at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Fragment, portion of letter cut away. Detroit. Urges Mrs. Comegys's attendance at Council.  Mrs. Cutts of Vermont, who has never attended a meeting may be there. ER-17, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. Expects to come to Mount Vernon next day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Signed \"Benjamin.\" Torrisdale. Unable to join \"circle of workers,\" will await news of Council eagerly, asks that Mrs. Tiffey send her word of proceedings.  Plans trip during the 2nd week in July, spending one night in Alexandria on way to White Sulphur Springs.  Her father sent the Regent papers on fire extinguishers. ER-13, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Re Mrs. Morse, absences from Council, and change of state residence. Problems of action against a Vice Regent who does not attend to duties of Association or is in marked opposition to Regent. ER-17, p. 160\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has heard the Fredericksburg Railroad is planning to soon complete trip to Mount Vernon and build a hotel there.  Also heard that one of the Mount Vernon deeds is not recorded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Notification that Judge Comegys was added to Advisory Committee at last Grand Council.  Advisory Committee made permanent - consists of General Halsted, Mr. James Sykes, Hon. Joseph Comegys.  Duties are to advise with Regent during Council. ER-17, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. The ladies of the MVLA again ask Mrs. Morse to retire from her position as Vice Regent, which she has refused to do despite previous requests for her to leave. Signed by several Vice Regents.  ER-7, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Called at Capitol to see Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown\" - then to Patent Office to find that articles returned to \"Mrs. Gen. Lee\" were not Washington's relics but personal effects, some of relics sent to Smithsonian.  Thinks Prof. Henry intends them for Mount Vernon.  \"The first annihilator\" seems to be best after much investigating.  Has found the best furnace, expects to have it donated, a fine plumber patriot install for them if a laborer can assist him, transportation donated. ER-8, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Her plans for Tomb exceeding colossal proportions.  Regent must take some action at meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends her a list of the resolutions of the annual meeting. ER-2, p. 184\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Hopes Mrs. Comegys thought attending Council was worthwhile, so many improvements at Mount Vernon.  Asks if any relics have been received such as Mrs. Roger's (Havre de Grace) white satin vest.  Pleased with Mrs. Comegys's report, expects Mrs. Sweat's report soon.  Pleased affair with the Vice Regent of Louisiana is adjusted. ER-17, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Will go soon to Boston to persuade Mrs. Hopkinson to take Vice Regency for Massachusetts, or find some other person suitable.  Wil try to find a better secretary than Mrs. Tiffey, more capable officially and more agreeable socially. ER-17, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Corcoran gives them aid.  Railroad problem comes up again.  General Gent collects for \"fire fund,\" ice investigated.  Summer house to be built.  Building furnace in Mansion and its dangers.  Gift of Gordon Fire engine. Vice Regent for Iowa died. ER-2, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Regarding projected railroad to Mount Vernon.  Plans must be made so that it will not have a station at or near Mount Vernon, she feels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and photostat copy. Ravensworth, Virginia. Declines invitation to Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 182\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Proposal for work on their water supply. Examined Mount Vernon water supply - 3 sources of water for fire protection (steam pump at river, pump driven by horse power, a force and lift pump).  Recommends digging a terra cotta cistern in yard or cellar with a force and lift pump with a second cistern in an outbuilding.  Will cost $1240 but will protect all the buildings.  Will give further information if the Regent desires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Feels railroad matter will go along well if Mount Vernon procures friendship of those proposing it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Discusses work on furnaces. Has Mrs. Tiffey  needs to send a letter of thanks to the Hudson County Masons and they will send another donation. Sorry for her \"domestic troubles.\" Thought Council went well but suggests having Vice Regents write out resolutions and reports beforehand. ER-8, p. 166\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Plumbers' recommendations to be compared.  Mrs. Ritchie's death. ER-2, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Unwise to fight the coming of the railroad to Mount Vernon.  Legally the railroad can force its way into Mount Vernon.  Best to cooperate and get best possible terms.  Also will mean more visitors to Mount Vernon than before possible; therefore greater income.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract copy. Miss Cunningham has been sad and depressed after hearing about the death of Mrs. Ritchie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Furnace has arrived. ER-2, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Bankers. Statement of endowment fund.  Inquiry re investment in U.S. Bonds. ER-2, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover, Delaware. Agrees with Mr. Cooke \"that sum requisite to purchase Government Bond should be made up out of the reserved fund.  That fund can hereafter---be reimbursed out of the annual revenues.\" ER-16, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape May. Fire protection plans, funds collected for it.  Furnace bill can be paid.  Did not approve of all Mrs. Eve's policies in Council during Regent's absence.  Regrets loss of the Vice Regent of Iowa who could have written history of Association. ER-2, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Attended to business in Washington. Bond came to $1135.83, $111.58 of which came from Miss Cunningham's funds. Advisory committee concurs in decision. Had to pay workmen from Miss Cunningham's money. ER-16, p. 226\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Completing arrangements for fire department.  Craig digs drains to connect 3 springs. Tank to be on kitchen side.  Plan also to water greenhouse.  Boat profits poor - equals that of one month in 1868.  Collecting funds for water system. ER-2, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. fragment, incomplete. Regent is \"charmed\" with Mr. Lambdin, hopes Mrs. Comegys will make arrangements with him for her.  Mount Vernon is \"very sickly.\"  Mrs. Craig's baby ill, fears Craig will leave on this account.  Boat is \"doing miserable business\". ER-17, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Irregularity of mail.  Mount Vernon health problem.  Labor is difficult.  Have bricks enough for 2 cisterns.  Government work on dormer windows unsatisfactory.  Colonnade roof too flat.  Boat did not make expenses since Jan 1.  Vice Regent for West Virginia helps \"fire protection fund.\" General Halsted's water system for Mansion and garden most practical.  Filling southern Vice Regent vacancies difficult.  Mrs. Tiffey inefficient, unadaptive, looks for a new secretary. ER-2, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Request to forward $218.50 to Nancy Halsted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Arrived Saturday evening with Bridget. Went to Mr. Lambdin's, told him of Mrs. Comegys's kind offer.  Sat for him 2 hours, returns Tuesday morning.  Little she has seen of the portrait she does not like.  Refers to a photograph she liked taken 13 years ago, side view.  Showed him this and realized Mr. Lambdin appreciated unfortunate change in her appearance. ER-17, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Is \"sick and feeble\" and receiving medical care. May not return to Mount Vernon until after frost on account of sickness there. ER-2, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Philadelphia. Concerning her health and a new drug (Chloral) she has begun taking.  Report on her portrait by Lambdin and other personal news. RM-486, ER-3935\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for kindness to her niece.  Wants work to begin on colonnade, dormer windows and cistern. Vice Regent of Delaware is at Mount Vernon.  Re planting peach trees.  Reports on Mrs. Tiffey's unfortunate trials.  Successor must be able to write and know about management of a country estate. ER-11, p. 156\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Problems of sickness at Mount Vernon considered.  Asks about prices of fruit trees. ER-2, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Meets various \"wealthy\" people in interest of endowment fund.  Will visit Mrs. Brooks. ER-2, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Sees \"artist\" twice.  Warm weather prevents her return to Mount Vernon.  Mr. Craig is sick.  Digging in preparation for cisterns continues. ER-2, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. Doctor forbids Regent to go to Mount Vernon until after frost.  Advises workmen start later also.  Digging for cistern before Mansion repairs according to plan. ER-2, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. No frost yet at Mount Vernon. Not safe to sleep there.  Give Mr. G. a bed in Mansion but other workmen in outhouses without heat.  Regent calls on Mr. Corcoran, who is ill but will attend to trees later. ER-2, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Received favorable reports of meeting from Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Eve, also of improvements. Mr. Corcoran's idea of a \"temple of patriotism quite charming.\" Recommends site of old Tomb and suggests New York artists be asked to submit designs at next Council.  Has no money for improvement fund.  Hopes to send $150 to endowment fund. ER-17, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Cannot accept Mrs. Halsted's invitation, is leaving \"this dreary place\" soon.  Mr. G's men (working on the furnace) left yesterday.  Ornamental trees from London ordered by Mr. Corcoran have arrived, also fruit trees.  Her aunt had arrived safely, not well after journey.  Furnace is a comfort. ER-8, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont.  Is pleased with Mr. G's work on cistern - plans to extend pipes to vegetable garden and stables.  Fears hydraulic ram may not be powerful enough.  Funds low, gate receipts not good.  No postmaster in her region. Letters carried by farmers.  Uncertainty and delay of mails. ER-2, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mails still greatly delayed.  Commends Mr. G.'s work on cistern and his voluntary contributions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Cape May. Will not invest endowment with Mr. Cooke. Feels his interest is not adequate. ER-11, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Note on clipped form paper. Introduction of Mr. Greenhalgh who has offered to install the furnace and give advice on related matters. ER-8, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Each session of MVLA Council opened with readings from Bible and Episcopal Prayer book.  All votes unanimous, save one: the embellishing of the Mount Vernon Banquet Hall with Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown.\"  Asks Mrs. Blanding to aid in appeal for funds for this.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gives copy of Trumbull's portrait of Washington as Commander-in-Chief from original at Yale University, painted about 1782.  Also portrait of Washington from original of Stuart in Boston Athenaeum. ER-13, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Quick note to say she is tired tonight but will see her the next day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has just received official notification of annual meeting, but it is too late for Mrs. Hunt to make arrangements to come. ER-5, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on clipped piece of paper. Mentions a visit to Mount Vernon by Captain May, a personal friend of General Lee, Mrs. Morse, and Father Rabbia. Says Captain May believes Mount Vernon will receive Washington relics from Arlington House. ER-16, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. River lower than in years, mails delayed, boats cannot run. Mr. Corcoran's gift of evergreens, crops, farmers in section. Lists implements needed, cleans up river bank, paints tin roof of Mansion, fills ice house, digging and cleaning in greenhouse. ER-6, p. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. No word received from Regent or Mrs. Tiffey since last Council.  Replied promptly to Regent's Appeal for funds for improvements. No funds on hand, no prospects, except several $50 endowment fund pledges, told to collect and send treasurer.  Suggests using endowment fund for repairs as Mount Vernon will doubtless go to U.S. Government after Regent's death.  Mr. Corcoran's offer to rebuild summer house (on site of old Ice House), should be reproduction of original. Lossing's picture is the only authority. Another tribute might be better.  Majority of Vice Regents favor Council in fall.  Deplores loss of Vice Regents Van Antwerp and Ritchie. ER-17, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hands burned extinguishing fire.  $1500 due Mr. Greenhalgh for water system.  Mr. Corcoran's 700 trees for waterfront are a tax to the Association's low funds.  Regent's mother ill. Thinks their poverty due to her daughter's neglect.  Painting gutters. ER-2, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Opposes cutting down the trees along the river bank about Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Order to pay $150.06 to Mrs. Comegys. ER-2, p. 206\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Claims she is not qualified for the task appointed to her. Discouragements presented in raising funds for Mount Vernon because so many organizations are raising funds for various phases of rehabilitation in the South.  Gives personally $200.  Plans to visit Mount Vernon in May.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Re Mr. Herendeen's bill for trees - draft for enclosed.  Regent must move her mother from Rosemont.  Nathan and Sarah will prepare for Mrs. Halsted's visit to see how Mount Vernon affairs are progressing in Regent's absence. ER-2, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Laurens, South Carolina. Regrets they do not have space at their house for her mother to live.  They always highly regarded Mrs. Cunningham. Suggests alternate arrangements for her are possible in the village where they live. RM-197, ER-2614\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Receives word from Mr. Craig re Herendeen bill for trees.  Mrs. Chase collected $230. Miss Harper gives $200. ER-2, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Order for Mr. Sykes to pay Mrs. Comegys $150. ER-11, p. 168\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Explains purchase of India rubber hose and asks for order on Cooke \u0026amp; Co. for payment of $60.34.  Explains fully her order for fruit trees to Herendeen for $245.15. ER-8, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Suggests getting Mr. Corcoran's opinion on matter of cutting down trees.  Discusses Mrs. Tiffey as MVLA secretary - wishes to replace her.  Miss Susan Finney (former secretary) in very poor health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Trouble receiving mail.  Hose purchased for fire protection.  Vacancy in Massachusetts Vice Regency not yet filled.  Mr. Corcoran starts movement to finish monument in Washington. ER-2, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Her aunt, Miss Cunningham arrived at Mount Vernon safely.  Received a check for $2.72 from a California Lodge for the monument over Tomb. This Lodge had issued an Appeal to all Lodges in state to contribute to same.  Idea started in Wisconsin. ER-6, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Herendeen's contribution of $100 worth of trees of little value.  Mrs. Tiffey's irregular reports of proceedings of Council sent to Vice Regents. She leaves with 10 days notice, cannot locate important papers. ER-2, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Germantown. Regarding frames for pictures at Mount Vernon.  ER-17, p. 170\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Has ordered portrait of the Regent sent care of Mrs. Sykes, to Washington, then to Mount Vernon. Packing was $2.50, frame $15. ER-17, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fragment, incomplete letter. Re leniency with Regent's household expenses since she works with illnesses. Wonders who could follow as Regent.  Mr. Corcoran is ill, thinks \"temple\" he offered should be built at once. Could Mrs. Eve undertake this? She fears endowment funds will not be finished.  Asks about living expenses of Nathan's family, Regent, maid, invited guests.  Asks about successor for Secretary Tiffey.  Portrait Mrs. Comegys  \"generously undertook to procure\" is acceptable to Vice Regents and reasonable in price.  Asks if repairs and furnishings have taken from \"simple grandeur of Mansion.\"  Lambdin promised Association a portrait of Washington. Thinks Stuart's is the best.  Does not vote for purchasing portraits from Washington's family.  Mrs. Rogers of \"Havre de Grasse offers white satin vest\" of Washington. ER-17, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lambdin's portrait of Regent arrived and acknowledged.  Did not think it a striking resemblance at first, but \"it grows upon\" her.  Thinks Regent is also well pleased. The artist removed expression around mouth she did not like.  Monday expects many visitors at Mount Vernon.  Expects Indians on Sunday. ER-17, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Angel Island. Re her life in California. ER-17, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent in an accident but unhurt. Sister-in-law dies suddenly.  Craig announces he must leave on account of family's health.  Writes fully of unfavorable climate at Mount Vernon. Suggestions for new gardener. ER-2, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Craig to withdraw on October 1. Problem of keeping steady heat in greenhouse.  Captain Stackpole always helpful, immediately recommends another gardener. ER-2, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Hopes to hear favorably re Masonic aid.  A former efficient secretary may join Regent. ER-2, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Confidential. Describes last days at Rosemont, her mother's change to new home.  John Watt recommended to replace James Craig, gardener.  Knights  Templars' interest in marble monument at Tomb. ER-2, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Suggests an informal meeting of the Vice Regents at Mrs. Halsted's.  Craig very ill, but teaches new gardener recommended by Captain Stackpole. ER-2, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia.  Mrs. Ann Williams will come for one year if free railroad ticket is obtained.  Goes to see Mary McMakin re removal of Mary and family and Mr. Thompson. ER-2, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expense of moving Mary McMakin to Mount Vernon. Captain Stackpole helps.  Serious health problems at Mount Vernon.  Asks Mrs. Halsted to inspect gardener Craig's work before he leaves, make financial arrangements with successor.  Free railroad ticket for Ann Williams.  Knights Templars' efforts. ER-2, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Harlem. Explains her \"penniless\" condition and how impracticable it is for her family to consider Regent's proposition to go to Mount Vernon and live.  Thought Regent was not to risk sleeping at Mount Vernon until after frost. ER-16, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Sends letter re Georgia bond interest due to Jay Cooke and Co.  $117.60 due to the MVLA, advises holding bond. ER-4, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Deep regret that Mrs. Halsted did not return to Mount Vernon.  Difficulties with McMakin family explained.  Regent's need to get to South Carolina to attend to her own property.  Expects a gift of $500 from Mrs. Sweat's father.  Each Vice Regent should announce this gift in her state.  Commentary on President Grant's administration, unfortunate conditions in South Carolina and in her own family.  Regent's mother in poor health, feels new home is not the place for her. ER-8, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Acknowledgement of his gift to MVLA Endowment Fund of $500 bond of Portland and Rochester Railroad.  ER-19, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Acknowledges receipt of coupon bond Portland and Rochester Railroad for Endowment Fund, and advised Regent of same. ER-19, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Sorry she didn't see Miss Cunningham when in Washington.  Asks when next Council is to be held.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Newark. Will furnish transportation for her to Mount Vernon, but Regent's return is delayed by illness. ER-8, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Ann Williams plans to return to England.  Mr. Watt's intemperance made him undesirable at Mount Vernon; Replaced by Chauncey.  Conservatory looks well.  Regent returns next week. ER-2, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fragment, incomplete letter. Mentions \"her trials and inefficient help\" at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Sykes must be kept as advisor.  Gives long account of Mary McMakin and her mother.  Regent's desire to have McMakin as secretary and her mother to live with her.  Reports informal meeting in New York on Oct 10 of Vice Regents Halsted, Eve, Brooks and the Regent to decide on time for Council either November or May.  Gardener Watt's drinking and neglect reported to Mr. Sykes by the secretary.  Mr. Sykes advanced $100 to McMakins for moving expenses.  Regent is at Rosemont. ER-17, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Copy. Hillside. Asks him to call on Mr. Ritchie who has given 2 engravings of George and Martha Washington, and to have them framed.  Has not yet received carvings of Washington Coat of Arms and monogram. ER-8, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports state of Regent's health. ER-2, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Frames will be arranged as Mrs. Halsted directs.  Regent anticipates General Halsted's visit.  Suggests date for next Council. ER-2, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for invitation to Mount Vernon, regretted he was unable to go last year but hopes he may go in May.  Will send ambrotypes.  Will send portrait of Washington.  Hopes some \"liberal minded individuals\" will order portraits of the Washingtons. ER-13, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Door card to be provided.  Has been ill but will resume work for Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. She realized she did not reply to a postcard sent by Mrs. Sweat last autumn. Asks if she missed anything at Council that she now should know. Mrs. Sweat's copy of her reply is on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Counsels Regent not to answer Mrs. Brigg's attack on the MVLA in the Chronicle.  ER-10, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetterpress copy, first page then A.L.S. second page. Re article that appeared in Washington Chronicle criticizing Regent's attitude toward Mount Vernon.  Sent it to the Regent with a letter which she copied for Mrs. Chace.  Asks what action Vice Regents should take.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetterpress copy. Expresses her concern about the article criticizing Regent's management of Mount Vernon in the Washington Chronicle by Mrs. Briggs. Mrs. Sweat's lack of knowledge of management of Mount Vernon so she can accurately refute statements. No printed report to refer to.  Asks her to present to coming Council a thorough report of receipt and expenditures since last Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends reply to the article with editorial comments.  Had interview with the same Mrs. Briggs who she feels pique and desire for sensation are the reasons for her publication on the matter. Says she has not \"sold her independence\" to Colonel Forney, but will have conference with him re the investigation.  Washington friends pleased with Regent's reply.  Mr. Sykes sends the Regent the Evening Star clipping, begging her to think it unworthy of notice. Miss Cunningham has taken all of this better than she would have thought. ER-16, p. 46\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding reply to the attacks on the MVLA in the Washington Chronicle. No action until Council when she can produce an official statement. ER-2, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Is writing to all Vice Regents asking them to state their understanding of the resolution re absence of a Vice Regent from their respective states, who originated resolution, who approved and who disapproved it.  Mrs. Eve thought it suggestion of Regent, but Regent says not and disapproves of the action. ER-8, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Mount Vernon. Call to Council, June 11. ER-2, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetterpress copy. Concerns the poor state of Mount Vernon funds and accounts. Implies that Miss Cunningham is not a very able financier and certain measures need to be taken to straighten out MVLA accounts. Note on the top indicates the letter was not sent, and that Mrs. Sweat decided not to \"push the matter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fernandina. Cannot attend Council, asks Regent to be her proxy. ER-4, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Offers condolences on death of Mrs. Halsted's father. ER-8, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Steamboat \"Arrow\" will be at Washington wharf to bring Vice Regents to Council session. ER-2, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will be coming to Mount Vernon soon with Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Mitchell.  Has sent model of Bastille to Mount Vernon by boat.  Package sent to Miss Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Charleston. Apologizes and gives reasons for not answering her previous letter. Commends Miss Cunningham on her work at Mount Vernon. RM-197, ER-2615\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Dawson, an attorney, refers to Mrs. Briggs' attack in the Chronicle on the Regent and the Association. Thinks the \"malignant origin\" should be exposed by one of the Vice Regents.  If she will submit facts, he and her brother will analyze them fully for her.  Reference to characteristics of Mrs. Washington, the Vice Regent of West Virginia. ER-10, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Authorizing her to act as proxy at next Grand Council. ER-4, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Undated but docketed on the reverse with June 1, 1872. Asks Regent to name the most suitable person to act for her at Council, as she has entire confidence in Regent's judgment. ER-4, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Authorizing her to act as proxy at next Grand Council. ER-8, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Offers her resignation. Regent has told her to tender resignation after 18 month absence from Georgia. She has worked on much Mount Vernon business during that time. Hopes they won't accept her resignation and offers amendment to the resolution under which she is asked to resign. ER-5, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Estimates it will take two weeks to install furnace, to fix roof, water works, etc. It would take four weeks for him alone or three weeks for two men. ER-8, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Paris. Gives Mrs. Comegys her vote by proxy.  Feels she must resign as Vice Regent of Maryland. Still in Europe where she has been ill.  Soon to return to New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.Philadelphia. Accepts invitation to visit Mount Vernon. Has Mrs. Berghman's letter of thanks from the Board and is gratified his contribution was so well received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Written on House of Representatives letterhead. Wants to discuss  what is best for Mount Vernon.  Has sent her answer to Council's refusal to accept resignation.  Refers to affair as a burlesque. ER-8, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Colross. Discusses difficulties with Miss Cunningham who thinks all power lies with the Regent not with the Board. Mr. Hollingsworth's election as Superintendent and his new duties. Mary McMakin's family to leave Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Understands things at Mount Vernon have not happened as the Vice Regents wished and were promised.  Asks opinion re powers of the Regent under the constitution.  Approves his appointment and comments on changes at Mount Vernon.  Suggested the Regent consult him re retaining \"this family\" to run a restaurant on shares.  Miss McMakin is now private secretary to Miss Cunningham. ER-14, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Colross. Relates to Mrs. Sweat's letter to the Regent regarding a change in Regent's position, also Mary McMakin's.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re Mrs. Sweat's note of instruction, changes in the Regent's and Miss McMakin's position.  Suggests he get rooms or the house of Mr. Gibbs.  Gardener's report \"gloomy.\" ER-14, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Louise Home, Washington, D.C. In regards to cutting of Mount Vernon timber and her procurement of the logs to make mop and broom handles. ER-5, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Stratford. She and Mrs. Sweat have lately written criticism plainly to the Regent, and others will follow soon.  Regrets the troubles he has experienced thus far but is determined for him to have the position for which he was elected. ER-18, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham. Praises him for aiding Mount Vernon.  Is preparing her report.  Has ready the listing of the MVLA but not the financial records. Asks his help to work with Miss Cunningham to put them in \"business order.\" ER-5, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Re her recent visits to Mount Vernon where she could tell she was not wanted by the Regent. Shocked by the treatment she received but still wants to help Mount Vernon.  Need for policy change by the MVLA to get itself back on proper footing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks him to call to receive instructions sent by Vice Regents.  Knows he will give Miss Cunningham every care. ER-14, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Tells him not to be distraught with current state of the MVLA.  To remain at his post and ride with the tide. ER-5, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Discusses control of Mount Vernon finances. The MVLA will soon take power away from the Regent and give it over to the Superintendent. ER-5,. p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has not heard from Mrs. Halsted about anything.  Gives her opinion of how committees should proceed with reports and activities, instructions given by Council.  Enjoyed Mrs. Hudson's account of entertaining President Hayes at Mount Vernon.  Wrote Emily Harper, chairman of Finance Committee.  Some of Miss McMakin's letters regarding the Regent were destroyed by Miss Harper. ER-18, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Submits his impressions after examining MVLA affairs in connection with her expected report.  Evidence found of Miss Cunningham's unquestionable devotion, fidelity and self sacrifice, her own pure and disinterested motives may blind her to public's criticism. Discusses annual meetings, reports made to the public, appointed officers, the constitution, etc. Mrs. Barry's report can deal only with last Council, showing work done but should not overlook the serious complaints of public. To correct Report of the Association's last Council proceedings they should be declared unfinished and a meeting called to complete transactions, preparing way for strict adherence in future to constitution. ER-8, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent wishes to know her official relations which are not stated in Minutes sent her by Mrs. Sweat. How are payments to be made by both her and Hollingsworth. If committee has it in charge, names of same.  Mrs. Mason's note to Hollingsworth asking him to help Miss Cunningham get away from Mount Vernon as she fears an undesirable \"influence\" being exerted on her. ER-16, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asks about Mrs. Halsted and her sister.  Regent is ill but plans to go elsewhere for summer. ER-8, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sends his letter to other members of the committee. Suggests he write once a week to some member of the committee, a letter to be circulated and retained by Mrs. Mitchell. Gives him names of members with comments. Asks him to cut expenses and increase sales. Suggests bees, poultry, cut flowers, dairy products, setting out grapes.  Association now depends on boat receipts, sale of photographs, etc. for funds.  He must keep accounts carefully.  McMakins must go at once as Vice Regents wish the Mansion lived in the least possible.  Asks wages of gardener.  Cellar to be cleaned of wood, kerosene to be kept in outhouses.  Asks him to investigate insurance.  Greenhouse pipes repaired.  \"As an old friend\" advises him about unhealthy conditions of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson informed her of all he is accomplishing. Pleased with his improvements, \"tact and the forbearance shown.\"  Suggests rooms in Mansion be kept open as much as possible to the public. ER-18, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hollingsworth refuses to sign paper presented by Regent as it is not same as one shown him at Mrs. Brooks'.  Mansion filled with visitors indignant at number of closed rooms.  Criticizes Regent's action at Mount Vernon, her attitude toward sales, etc. \"Keep off the grass\" signs painted, magnolia tree fenced for protection, employees' houses white washed, vegetables planted.  Wishes Mrs. Eve, Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Mason to go to Mount Vernon and remove Regent and McMakins.  Note attached from \"E.W.B.\" Elizabeth Barry. ER-18, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Writes him an official letter sent to Mrs. Eve to forward to him.  Refers to Mrs. Eve's attitude toward Regent.  Tells Superintendent not to sign any papers except those presented by the committee.  Refers to Regent's retirement. ER-18, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Bedrooms too small for her purposes as planned to have \"all the furniture makers give each a piece after style of Washington.\" Asks if there are 2 or 3 gates needed and urges him to send plans for them promptly.  Lodges may be used for sleeping quarters.  If no room suitable to her needs, will furnish small room with \"cottage furniture.\"  Wishes everything completed for centennial. ER-18, p. 238\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. MVLA matters and declining health of Ann Pamela Cunningham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Returns \"articles of agreement\" between MVLA and himself for alterations at request of Regent.  Difficulty in turning all money over to Regent when she is away from Mount Vernon so much and there are laborers to be paid and various expenes to be met.  Will make a monthly report. ER-17, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham. Has finished report and sent it to Regent to see before it is published. Received letters from Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson and a document they want her to sign. Unwilling to accept second-hand evidence. Asks whether statements in Mrs. Hudson's letter are correct, has he the entire, unreserved and unfettered control of affairs there? If not, more drastic measures must be taken by Council, but fears this may mean utter disruption of Association. ER-5, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Incomplete letter. Her report is a review of improvements at Mount Vernon under the Regent. She believes Regent has acted in good faith and would be fatal to make known to public that Council is divided in its opinions of how to proceed. Must straighten affairs there, retain Miss Cunningham in her position, but strip her of power. ER-5, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Quotes document of censure of Regent which Mrs. Sweat sent her to sign. She refuses to sign at present, but agrees Regent should leave Mount Vernon at once. ER-5, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Urges him to have McMakins leave promptly, and paid by Regent. Hollingsworth's appointment precludes necessity for private secretary to Regent.  Comments on his appointment, care of Mount Vernon, money he collects, paying gardener $50 per month, and having greenhouse on good footing. ER-18, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Information sent on gates not what was needed. Asks if sides are flat or curving, are to be built of iron.  Asks if 2 or 3 gates are to be made, also wants plan of lodges and estimated cost.  May have work done in West.  Wants it completed for centennial. ER-18, p. 240\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Washington, D.C. Glad he is getting on with Regent. He can have the house when he wants. They have nothing to do with Regent's private office. He can win Regent over. Vice Regents have made some mistakes. Open place in greenhouse needs fixing before winter. Many plants lost in previous winters because of it. ER-5, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. His letters to Mrs. Hudson forwarded to her.  Was not at Council but was appointed chairman of a committee. Unwilling to draw up anything alone stating what his duties will be. Cites difficulties of task assigned her.  Thinks he should have \"the whole charge,\" but  \"treat Regent...politely,\" keep money in his hands with accounts of receipts and disbursements. Subject to Regent's and Vice Regents' and public's inspection.  Plan for retirement of Regent with her secretary Miss McMakin.  Will put him on sure footing.  Advisory Committee is new. ER-18, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Error in Mount Vernon's account. ER-4, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Presumes Miss Cunningham left Mount Vernon. Hopes hereafter he and his family will be only residents of Mount Vernon, but will have frequent visits. Sorry for loss of posts. He is armed with authority to act. ER-5, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson announced he would like to hear occasionally from different Vice Regents.  Repeats previous letter which did not reach him re opening all Mansion Rooms to public.  Congratulates him on his last monthly report and for his skill and tact.  Note written on letter: \"Read and seconded by Susan E. J. Hudson.\" ER-18, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Asks if he will forward her mail to her new address. Postscript asks if Sarah will put aside pickled tomatoes for her and let her know of the cost. ER-11, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill, Loudon County. Deterioration of Miss Cunningham's health.  Has advised her to accept the will of the Vice Regents. Thinks Miss McMakin has been a bad influence on her. McMakin's family, especially the mother, is a \"horror.\" Cunningham is willing to give all money control over to Hollingsworth. Attempts to get her away from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Error of $4.85 in settlement of Mount Vernon business. ER-4, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Long Branch, West End Hotel. Surprised to hear her official letters to him were shared. Pleased with the progress at Mount Vernon under his direction. Sorry to hear of illnesses among the servants. ER-5, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson agree to authorize him to ask McMakins to leave Mount Vernon on a given date.  Desires Regent to leave also.  Advises him to answer all letters promptly and to destroy her \"informal\" letters to him. ER-18, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Received his confidential letter of the 13th. She states her opposition to the Regent.  Has written Mrs. Mitchell, chairman of the committee about his report and asking her to authorize safe key be given him, a \"paper\" for Mr. Cooke, for the Regent to be given a quarterly salary.  Refers to insurance policy, hose, greenhouse boiler, method of addressing mail to him.  Foxes have destroyed chickens, plans for chicken house, unfavorable comments on the McMakins. ER-18, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham. Praises his \"wisdom and sagacity\" in relations with the Regent. Prudence and reticence on the part of the Ladies now is all that's needed. Defends the Regent who will not return to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Criticism of Regent's policy.  Will appeal to Masons to raise endowment fund, interest of which will be for repairs.  Expects he will fix up a house for his use.  Asks him to report on a \"room full of papers.\" ER-18, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sends for copy of constitution, she usually never travels without it.  Hopes boat is meeting expenses and that he is spared sickness prevalent for years at Mount Vernon.  ER-11, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sends 25 cents for a copy of Washington's will.  The Report is in the Philadelphia printer's hands.  Mr. Childs may print 1000 copies free.  Says she is in better health. ER-11, p. 162\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Denies Mr. Comegys changed any part of contract with him. Hollingsworth signed original which made him daily accountable to Regent for funds. Amount of bond fixed by Mr. Comegys. Asks Regent to allow him to see original paper, make alteration and she will have it copied and forwarded at once. He should be responsible to Association alone and entire control of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Hears he is more comfortable at Mount Vernon. Asked the Regent to send him keys and to instruct him re disposition of her belongings and payment of money due her.  Directs him re expenditures, improvements. Hopes there will be some time to build a house for him although he is to sleep in the Mansion during winter.  His bedroom will also be on exhibition.  Committee plans a meeting in October. No trees to be cut or any great change made without knowledge of Vice Regents.  Instructions re health of Mount Vernon.  Hopes to remedy defects in Constitution and By-laws at next Council.  Must fix pipes in greenhouse furnace. ER-18, p. 242\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Congratulates him on his report and first month's work as Superintendent. ER-17, p. 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Received his \"private enclosure\" of the 22nd.  Plans to meet Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Barry. Latter too ill to travel.  Plans for Regent's retirement, method of handling checks, Mary McMakin's salary and possible return to Mount Vernon, what MVLA will do for Superintendent.  ER-18, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Mount Vernon papers kept locked in bookcase. Formerly loaned funds to Association but that is no longer possible. Association is out of debt, on firm basis at personal sacrifice, no longer needs to stay at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 164\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Asks him to forward a note to Miss Cunningham. She is concerned for Cunningham's health and feels indebted to her for all she did for Mount Vernon.  ER-14, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Discusses Miss Cunningham and her failing health, and her troubles with Vice Regents. Hollingsworth reports several statements made to him about them by the Regent. She wishes this all to be finished and for Miss Cunningham to finally leave Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Summer at Mount Vernon was too hard on her.  Says Council minutes, constitution and his contract should always be with the Regent.  Miss McMakin will remove furniture soon.  Plans a history of the Association. ER-11, p. 162\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Asks him to send the Regent a copy of the constitution and forward her mail to her in Berkeley Springs. ER-16, p. 48\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Will not risk health again by living at Mount Vernon, will remove papers and effects, undecided where to go.  Mr. Halsted's kindness to her nephew Clarence.  Mrs. Morse \"at bottom\" of attacks on the Regent. Neighbor trying to control Mount Vernon boat line, joins with Mrs. Briggs in the press criticism.  Mrs. Berghmans' and Col. Forney's defense.  George Childs of the Philadelphia Ledger prints 1000 copies of the Report for free. Wants a history of the Association written and names those qualified to write it.  Mrs. Lincoln Phelps wishes to write the Regent's biography for \"True Woman.\" ER-11, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. West Point. Communicated contents of his letter of the 4th to Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell.  Comments on drawing off the bank fund.  Her committee will meet in New York in 2 weeks.  Hopes for money from crops and visitors during inauguration year.  Has many copies of Mrs. Barry's report.  Refers to boat contract with Mr. Sykes, surveyor to settle boundaries of wharf.  Refers him to charter and constitution of the MVLA. ER-18, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Embossed letter initials from stationary cut out.  Sorry he has had such a hard time at the job so far with so many complications. Now he controls the money. Gives further instructions regarding handling of money and says Miss Cunningham needs to give him the key to the safe. Hopes to see him when she is in Washington and that he is doing well. ER-18, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Returns Miss Cunningham's letters.  Regrets the \"disagreeable\" people at Mount Vernon. Disapproves of Miss McMakin's action.  Hopes Miss Cunningham will find residence somewhere else soon.  Suggests he take rooms at neighbor Gibbs' house. Criticism of MVLA's present condition. ER-14, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Concerning Mount Vernon as her life's work and writing a history of the Association. ER-2, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Understands he is now the only person in charge of money for Mount Vernon. Asks if the bank will honor a check for her salary signed by the Regent. Does not know when she will return to Mount Vernon because the Regent's plans are so uncertain. Asks him to forward the manuscript Minutes of last Council to her. ER-16, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Mrs. Phelps' article in periodical \"True Woman\" established by Washington ladies at 50 cents.  Regent suggests compiling brief history of MVLA for the archives. To be prepared later.  Hopes to visit Baltimore.  Mr. Childs of Philadelphia prints 1000 copies of Report for distribution. ER-2, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sad to hear of Mrs. Riley's death. Hers and an infant of \"West\" are the only deaths at Mount Vernon since the MVLA took over in 1860. Wants more copies of the report.  Considers a winter at Georgetown to complete Mount Vernon work. Is distressed to hear visitors are asking to see her portrait. She would like it locked in a closet for no one to see. Considers it a nice piece of art, but not a good likeness of her. Visits Mrs. Lincoln Phelps of Baltimore, who is writing Regent's biography for \"True Woman.\" ER-11, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Advises him to tell Mary McMakin she is simply the Regent's servant. Instructs on method of paying the Regent. Association does not wish Mary McMakin to return to Mount Vernon except with Regent.  Does not want dinners in the Mansion.  Thinks of calling \"dinners\" luncheons and serving them in another house. The arbor for picnics, can serve ice cream, coffee, cake.  Mentions an article, thinks not written by Regent.  Received the Report, better than expected. ER-18, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re difficulties with Miss McMakin and her retirement from Mount Vernon.  ER-7, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. In reply to her request for copies of some of Everett's lectures, says he never gave but one address, repeated many times, and that was never published.  Reviews Everett's part in Association's history. Suggests printing it for benefit of Association. ER-2, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, incomplete letter. Mount Vernon has truly become a part of her life.  Thinks the constitution an imperfect instrument.  Barn and stables need repairs.  Hopes Sarah is more useful and McMakins do not disturb him. ER-14, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Letter with Regent's \"characteristic document\" received.  He is not to sign Miss McMakin's orders.  Counsels on Miss Cunningham's retirement.  Pleased with his report.  Will be in Washington in November. ER-18, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends several copies of \"True Woman\" with Mrs. Phelps' article on the Association. Several inaccuracies as Mrs. Phelps did not consult Regent.  Columns of this periodical open to the Association. ER-2, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Colross. Miss Cunningham desires to return to Mount Vernon.  Hollingsworth says matters go well at Mount Vernon and Council is planned for the near future.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Received the report, glad he took out salary, should take it each month.  Hopes to have meeting in New York,  has backing of Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell.  Criticism of the Regent.  Calls attention to an error of $1.00 in his accounts. ER-18, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hopes to take her husband's family to Mount Vernon and that some distinguished group will also be visiting. Would be pleased to have him and Mrs. Hollingsworth call.  Miss McMakin's note says the Regent found ladies more conservative than she feared. ER-14, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regent acknowledges receipt of his letter to Mrs. Mason in reply to hers asking extent of Mrs. Mitchell's action in financial affairs of Association.  Regent unwilling that any intimation of irregularity should reach public before next Council may act.  Explains \"Regent's fund\" which she may draw on. ER-16, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re results of Mrs. Phelps' article. Cites article in Philadelphia Ledger and a Washington paper. Suggests they get subscribers for \"True Woman.\" ER-2, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re hanging chandelier, measurements of room for a lounge.  Must furnish state rooms first.  Suggests furnishings for Mrs. Washington's sitting room, andirons, tongs, fender, papering, etc.  Has no authority from Regent \"to do anything to the room.\" ER-18, p. 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him for \"orders\" received and for information on Georgetown. Some other plan will need to be adopted. ER-16, p. 52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sent article on Mount Vernon and Regent to Mr. Childs, editor of The Ledger.  Refers to article in \"True Woman.\"  Comments on women's rights. She is 80 years old, advises Regent to think little of her ills, so much yet for Regent to do, and she seems to grow younger in her work. ER-13, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks for copies of article on Mount Vernon to share with others. Comments on women's suffrage and universal suffrage in America and England. ER-13, p. 38\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Has asked Mrs. Hudson down to try and raise several hundred dollars for the MVLA as \"she is new to the work and realms, while we olders are broken down by sad experiences…\"  Has also asked Miss Cunningham to release several hundred dollars to Hollingsworth. Advises him to consult with Mr. Brooks re an appropriation for the year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Declares $853.56 was Regent's expenses. Complete Mount Vernon expense was $5000.  Hopes to meet Mrs. Mitchell and other Vice Regents.  If she resigns she will state why in newspapers.  Criticism of Regent. Superintendent is sole treasurer of Association's money, and only one to draw money for Regent.  Hopes Knight Templars visit estate as they plan to Appeal to Masons for endowment fund.  People like to buy pots of flowers at Mount Vernon. Advises pink Oxalis. ER-18, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She is not well and declines to write article glorifying Masonry.  Approves plan to raise money for monument to Washington. Suggests Mrs. McThay write the article.  Miss Emily Faithfull of England reform party lectures in Baltimore and wishes literature on Mount Vernon.  ER-13, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon. Feels she should be made to leave at \"slightest intimation of her Council.\"  Feels Mrs. Eve's disagreement with her is highly personal and harmful to MVLA. Miss McMakin's, however, she feels is not, and is only meant to help the MVLA through a troubled time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Discusses Miss Cunningham's health and common knowledge of her excessive use of drugs.  MVLA's financial matters - wonders if complaints about Miss Tracy were valid.  Friends of hers pledged $150 to Mount Vernon as they were so impressed with the mansion and with Hollingsworth, who feels he is being spied upon.  Feels Miss Cunningham is beginning to cost Mount Vernon some of its friends and allies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Appointed him Resident Secretary to live at Mount Vernon, to have exclusive control of Mansion and general care of the Estate. Also to employ and supervise employees, to receive money from boat and sales, to keep accounts at all times open to Regent and the Board, to report on same, to be empowered to draw on funds with consent and signature of Treasurer and chairman of the Committee. $2000 bond required. Signed by members of the committee. ER-8, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Special Committee of Vice Regents met to discuss reduction in Regent's active duties making it no longer necessary for her to live at Mount Vernon. Signed by several Vice Regents including Georgia, Wisconsin, Maine, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York. ER-8, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Had committee meeting at Hoffman House, and a legal meeting to prepare the Superintendent's commission. Vice Regents from Georgia, Connecticut, and Wisconsin present. Commission prepared by Mr. Sweat and Mr. Halsted of the Advisory Committee, latter was presen. Comments on its relation to the Regent's powers at Mount Vernon.  Superintendent is to have provisions from the estate, one room in Mansion or Office, draw his salary monthly.  Comments on prospects for bequests.  Judge and Mrs. Comegys agree with Committee.  Asks him to burn this letter.  Will send copy of his commission. ER-18, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Held an informal committee meeting in New York with Mr. Halsted of the Advisory Committee. Drew up plan of action that Mrs. Hudson has already communicated to him. He is allowed for his \"own use, milk, butter, etc. from farm--indeed all the products in reasonable quantities for use of yourself and family according to 1st agreement made not signed.\"  Will see him in another month. ER-18, p. 258\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Regent has not decided whether her future home will be in Baltimore or Florida.  Council of June 1872 appoints a committee to meet November 8 to consider future care of Mount Vernon.  Advisory Committee defines Superintendent duties to relieve the Regent of many duties and obligation to be at Mount Vernon except when presiding at Council.  Mr. Corcoran's valuable assistance in this adjustment.  Climate very hard on the Regent, also difficult for Vice Regents meeting there. ER-8, p. 204\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sends copy of commission.  Chairman Mrs. Mitchell will send original.  Tells him he has greater authority than Regent, Vice Regents or any other person.  He may use Mount Vernon products as needed.  The \"World\" has a report of the committee meeting. Sends him clipping to send to Regent.  His October report was better than expected.  Wants Washington relics for Mount Vernon.  Expects flag and staff for February 22.  Treat Mary McMakin as Regent's servant. ER-18, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Wishes to discuss difficulties before the coming Council.  Miss Cunningham stays in Philadelphia on the doctor's orders.  Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Brooks suggest Mr. Hollingsworth for Superintendent position. Hardships in a winter Council, frozen river, Mansion's lack of heat, bedding, carpets, furniture, crockery, etc. ER-2, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Hillside. Says Vice Regents have resolved never to meet at Mount Vernon in summer.  No Vice Regent desires to take honor or position from the Regent, but because of failing health to relieve you of duties.  Council of 1872 appointed an \"able and most zealous committee\" and Mr. Hollingsworth  as \"secretary and treasurer.\"  Mr. Corcoran's valuable aid and advice in this adjustment.  Discusses date of Council, Vice Regents furnishing their rooms.  Fowler, James and Kirkland gave 10 iron settees worth $12.  Gift of $20, so has finished paying plumber's bill on furnace, etc. ER-8, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Plans for Mrs. Halsted's coming visit. ER-2, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sorry he is confused about matters with Miss Cunningham who at Council was voted to receive $1500, \"done with a moral obligation put upon her\" to leave Mount Vernon. Discusses use of several Mansion rooms.  Letter from \"Mrs. Gen. Lee\" gives sideboard, two knife cases to Mount Vernon and refers to disposition of Patent Office relics.  Sends $5 to Mount Vernon fund.  Plans to place photograph of Mrs. Lewis (from Stuart's painting) in her bedroom.  Has not heard from Miss Cunningham in a long time. W-94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Disappointed Mrs. Halsted cannot come for consultation.  Miss McMakin may take a government position.  Regrets Mrs. Barry's absence from next session. ER-2, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to see Mrs. Mitchell in Washington. Mrs. Hudson reports Mitchell and Comegys saw Regent in Philadelphia and she does not intend to return to Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She and Mrs. Comegys met with Regent in Philadelphia and planned for Regent's retirement. Great consideration to be shown her. ER-18, p. 252\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Colross. Has heard from Hollingsworth that the Regent is coming to Mount Veron.  Suggests the $1500 from the MVLA he has forwarded to her be withdrawn unless she leave Mount Vernon and avoid MVLA matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Asks him to endorse enclosed letter to Miss Cunningham. Understands Miss Cunningham is quite offended at her. ER-5, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Written on House of Representatives letterhead. Probably written by Mrs. Mitchell. Asks about Mr. Cooke as the Association's banker. Executive Committee has the right to know what funds the Association has. The Regent's health prevents her attending to future business. She has written several of the Ladies to raise money \"to keep you along - until you can make more income.\" Efforts to get Washington's clothing and other articles from Patent Office. Professor Henry promised to send model of Bastille and other articles. There is now a business committee who hold themselves responsible for proper use and care of any articles acquired. Boxes in outbuildings may contain some of Washington's papers and books.  ER-5, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent is in Washington and would like to confer with him on \"official affairs.\" Would like a report on Mount Vernon during her absence.  Her illness has made her \"negligent of her official duties,\" but is ready to resume her activities. ER-16, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Forwards her son-in-law's proposition, sale of books at Mount Vernon. Wants to send down a greenhouse book and reports to Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham wants to call Council to get funds to run the estate. Asks about present financial state. ER-5, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Tells him to consult with Mrs. Mason who acts for her and Mrs. Mitchell,  and with Mr. Corcoran.  Thinks he can draw interest money from bank. ER-18, p. 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. A justification of her actions and admonishing those who oppose her. ER-11, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Endless repairs at Mount Vernon and difficulties in raising funds are disheartening.  Disagrees with Regent's idea that publishing Mrs. Sweat's father's bequest of $500 would stimulate public's giving.  No response from Knight Templars or Masons.  Mary McMakin holds family reunions at Mount Vernon in winter.  Gives her opinion of why Miss McMakin and mother were chosen to stay at Mount Vernon.  Hopes Regent will adjust unfortunate affairs and an investigation be made. ER-17, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chesnut Hill.  Discusses upcoming election and a visit with her son. Could not meet with Mrs. Eve because she was ill. Wishes Miss Cunningham would stay in Philadelphia. Discusses Constitution drafted by Mr. Petigru.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tuesday. Sends her a letter from Mr. Shides (Strider?) in reference to an advance of $5000.  Suggests a payment to McMakins. ER-14, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Monday. After sending her a \"budget\" at Willard's, she received a message from Mr. D. about relics and advises prompt action. ER-14, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thursday. Asks him to drop her a line. Hopes to hear of Mrs. M. (Mitchell?). Has advised the Regent not to return to Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tuesday the 10th. In his note he did not mention the note she sent enclosing $5 for the MVLA. She needs the Regent's signature for funds but does not know where she is. Wants to know if she has decided to stay away from Mount Vernon. Discusses her dislike of Miss McMakin and Miss Cunningham's retirement. ER-14, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thursday. Re the servants, his new responsibilities, and $1500 allowed to Miss Cunningham and freedom given her. ER-14, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks him to assist Miss Cunningham in getting away.  Feels herself inefficient in aiding him. ER-14, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Staten Island. Friday the 23rd). Is returning to Colross soon and is anxious to hear of Miss Cunningham and the departure of the \"obnoxious family.\" Hopes Miss Cunningham will not return until things are better between her and Council. Mrs. Sweat said her story of Miss Cunningham differs from Mrs. Hudson but she believes this is a misunderstanding. ER-14, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Doubts she will be able to attend meeting of the Association. Gives Mrs. Chace her proxy since they are on the same committee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. August. Details of Miss Cunningham leaving Mount Vernon and turning over responsibilities to Hollingsworth. They are now moving in the right direction. For so long her illness prevented better direction of Mount Vernon's affairs to the detriment of the public's opinion, \"it is not too late for you to regain the respect of the public \u0026amp; suspended love of the Ladies (who could not longer be held up for public ridicule) who were fond of their Regent \u0026amp; so devoted to her comfort, that they forbore long in interfering.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville.  Divisive measures not pleasant but necessary. She is now chairman of the Executive Committee but wishes to run all major issues by the Regent first. \"Will you let me be your friend?\" Approves of Colonel Hollingsworth who seems to be a gentleman. He has had to redo some of the goverment's previous work at Mount Vernon. Thinks the public will view them better now \"that we have a man at the head of the working department.\" Asks approval to move idle funds under the care of Mr. Cooke over to the endowment fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Was unable to see Mr. Cooke.  Requests him to join her in Washington.  Mr. Hollingsworth is at the forefront because of present lack of MVLA popularity. Sees no need for a Council. ER-18, p. 244\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. House of Representatives letterhead. Discusses approaching Congress with a bill for more money. If Miss Cunningham comes to Mount Vernon, he should be polite but firm with her that she cannot stay long and entertain guests. All rooms in the Mansion need to remain open to visitors. ER-18, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetterbook copy. Marked \"After Council of 1872.\" She returns a copy of the report she made to Council and retains her own copy.  Found accounting sent to her inadequate and lacking in analysis.  Notes details re household expenses, sales, wages, furniture, etc., so she made only general statements in her report.  Asks about audit of expenses for 1870-71 at informal meeting in New York.  Urges setting up an efficient set of books that can be shown, daily records periodically balanced, report on expenditures.  This will forestall critics.  There was a day by day Record of 1858 Council but no others, which would be invaluable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Would confine \"action of Council to only absolutely essential points\" already discussed: Regent's salary, committee to authorize use of funds and income, reports on exact conditions, attempting to pay all bills for a few years.  Will send Mrs. Chace's proxy.  Suggests Mr. Hollingsworth should be called \"Residential Secretary\" of the MVLA, not Superintendent. ER-18, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Miss Cunningham asked for legal opinions on the MVLA Constitution years ago including David Paul Brown, a well-known lawyer from Philadelphia. It has also been discussed by Mr. Comegys, Mr. Hudson, etc. Her brother left Mount Vernon, her mother is ill but will leave soon when she can or be \"carried in her coffin - either way - I hope the Ladies will then be satisfied.\" Regrets that she and other Vice Regents did not approve of her recent Report. ER-11, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Mitchell may have Mrs. Mason as Chairman. Mr. Hollingsworth states Mount Vernon funds are gone. No money to pay for anything for past the month. ER-18, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will not be at Council, plans to go to Europe.  Re change in Constitution, present amendments, advises continuing present policies, opposes Regent's living at Mount Vernon.  Discipline should be done \"inside our ranks.\"  Re withdrawal of Mrs. Morse and Mrs. LeVert.  She explains in detail her own attitudes toward present difficulties in MVLA.  Thinks efforts should be centered on supporting Mr. Hollingsworth.  The present not a good time for suggesting changes. ER-18, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Thinks Regent is right about chairman and committees.  She is on Committee for defining duties of Superintendent, and Regent holds power.  Suggests asking Regent to call Council and present the idea of regular Committee meetings \"on all matters separately.\"  Discusses current accounting of money.   Plans to go to Europe but will leave Mrs. Sweat as her proxy. ER-18, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Albion House, Baltimore. Writes for her mother, who is in Baltimore for medical treatment.  Mrs. Mason approves Mrs. Hudson's plan and also of advising with Mr. Corcoran. ER-14, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Interpretation of her committee work differs from Regent's.  Will write Mr. Cooke to allow him to draw on funds except endowment and monument funds.  Asks him to ask Mrs. Sweat if Mrs. Mitchell is chairman of Committee on Secretaries or Executive Committee.  Writes of Regent's retirement and use of funds, disposition of Regent's boxes.  Wants Regent to call Council. ER-18, p. 204\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Even if Hudson, Mitchell and Sweat could present plan to reorganize Mount Vernon more efficiently, all Vice Regents would not be of their opinion.  Presents a letter to Hollingsworth for Mrs. Hudson to read and forward.  Regent agrees to give Mr. Hollingsworth Mount Vernon funds.  His commission was one Mrs. Hudson saw in New York, and was drawn up by herself.  Minutes should be copied for each Vice Regent but failed to get it done at last Council. Only two copies of 1870 Minutes made up in rough fashion before Council of 1872.  Re authorizing for investments and drawing money given to the Regent and by a Finance Committee.  Sends her some amendments and her proxy.  Discusses Regent's residence at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Urges him to assume all the authority of title Resident Secretary given him by action of commission from the Committee and authorized by Grand Council.  Miss Cunningham's retirement planned.  His \"present pecuniary deficiency is annoying.\"  ER-18, p. 124\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Regent gives order to Mr. Cooke for small amount. Plans for Miss Cunningham's retirement as Regent. ER-18, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. He doesn't have authority to do anything about books. Doubts Regent will come back to Mount Vernon. Discusses Mr. Wineberger working on accounts. They will share glory of \"that money adventure.\" Always consult the Regent when it is her right under the constitution. ER-5, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. The Executive Committee formed to hire a Superintendent to assure he had full power at Mount Vernon and that he did his duties. Vice Regents had reasonable complaint with Regent, for she allowed Mount Vernon to fall into deterioration, and willheld financial matters from the Board therefore they have taken it on themselves to correct certain problems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Defense of her own actions as Regent.  She never failed to report finances at Council. Implies that as Chairman of the Executive Committee, Mrs. Mitchell has illegally usurped Regent's duties and such a position in the MVLA was not ever defined. ER-11, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham wishes to consult Mrs. Halsted.  Frozen river prevents her from getting papers at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Regent's cotton mill burnt. Received iron settees for Mount Vernon. Engravings framed.  Rembrandt Peale's heirs offer Association \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting. Barlow's estimate for repairing this painting.  Masonic contributions for flag staff. ER-6, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Wrote to Regent trying to bring her to terms, plans for her retirement, her boxes to be in safe keeping until sent to her.  Needs Mrs. Mason's and Mrs. Hudson's consent to plan. ER-18, p. 206\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Likes amendments, thinks they need strong backing of Vice Regents if presented to Council.  Has written Regent, encloses this letter for her and Mrs. Sweat to read and forward to Hollingsworth to read and forward to Regent. ER-18, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Change in financial affairs of Peale heirs may affect gift of picture.  Mentions depleted finances of Association. Some Vice Regents suggest change in constitution. Asks for information re meeting in New York. ER-2, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Rafael. Illness interrupts her work.  Will publish every statement that can do justice to Mount Vernon cause.  Received report of last Council. ER-8, p. 252\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Wants Mr. Halsted to see Mrs. Mason who thinks as she does re Regent.  Mr. Halsted will claim flag staff from Robeson. Mrs. Halsted has procured 10 iron settees, also received notice that Peale heirs have given the painting to the MVLA.  Wants accounts kept exactly.  Suggestions for calling Council.  He will soon receive a letter which he is to read and send Regent. He has authority to draw on endowment fund and its interest.  His reports to be sent to the Chairman of the Committee.  Suggests borrowing $300 from Mr. Corcoran. ER-18, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Has not heard from Regent re application to Congress, probably thinks the time for it not good. ER-18, p. 208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Sweat and Hudson think Regent should be pressed to call Council this spring before Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell leave for Europe.  Thinks Council could do little about Regent's retirement.  He has accounting of money collected at Mount Vernon, papers belonging to Miss Cunningham, appropriation for her while living away from Mount Vernon.  Hopes for contribution from Masons. ER-18, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letter adhered to larger sheets - cut from a scrapbook. Portland. A contradiction of charges made by The Boston Globe against the MVLA.  Feels that in the face of several hostile attacks upon the Association she ought not to remain silent. It was necessary for MVLA to charge admission to Mount Vernon to keep up the estate.  The MVLA has never done anything to destroy the integrity of the Mansion nor will it. They cannot furnish house exactly as it was since they hold few original pieces.  Defends the ladies in their efforts against charges of being incompetent and unreasonable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re iron settees, gift of Messrs. Fowler, James \u0026amp; Kirkland.  Engravings shipped, gift of S. T. Gordon.  Framed card for Lafayette room shipped.  Discusses flag staff. ER-6, p. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. His report is gratifying.  Hopes to hear from him about furnishing the Martha Washington room, wants to occupy it at Council if not already assigned. ER-18, p. 210\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Collecting money to restore Rembrandt Peale painting. Barlow will do work for $270. Regent never again to live at Mount Vernon, should retire. Will preside at next Council. Dr. Hodge died. Cotton mill burned. ER-6, p. 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plate of Washington Arms. Carving to be done in Washington. Possible loan of one at Mount Vernon. Lossing had his made from a copy loaned by Washington family. ER-2, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re Washington newspaper account of Committee. Virginia legislature to investigate Mount Vernon affairs.  Approves the appointment and declares Virginia has been derelict in her duties.  Plans for next council, declares the Superintendent has the Regent's favor.  Unfavorable criticism in Boston and Richmond papers.  Hopes Regent will resign.  Will publish Mrs. Halsted's article on Peale painting. ER-18, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks how much the Association owes him. Endowment fund interest is available to him. Inauguration time not profitable to Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Halsted thinks Regent wants to resign.  Plans Council for late April.  Approves investigation by Virginia Legislature. Reports Peale heirs' gift of painting. ER-18, p. 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Will attend Council and bring English friend who will require a room for one night.  Mentions small items she will bring for her room. ER-18, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Hopes to correct mismanagements and continue work quietly.  Plan for Regent's expenses when not at Mount Vernon.  Suggestions for committees to carry on work.  Is quite satisfied with his purchases. ER-18, p. 212\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Anticipates no difficulties with Virginia Committee, writes her views on their investigation of Mount Vernon.  Regarding preparations for Council, asks her to act as Secretary of Council pro tem.  Refers to receiving Peale's picture. ER-18, p. 160\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re Mrs. Mitchell's and Mrs. Sweat's ideas for next Council, money for renovating \"the painting\" should come from north.  She has been absent from Council three years.  ER-6, p. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Re Regent's resignation, appointment of committees, retaining Mr. Hollingsworth, becoming independent of adverse criticism, who has the right to handle funds. Asks her to write a paper on the Association's difficulties to be kept with Mount Vernon records. ER-18, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re the gift of a flag staff, need for flag. ER-18, p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges her to call Council in April when weather is mild.  Did not see Miss Cunningham when in Washington, called home suddenly by death of brother.  Did see Barlow about frame and referred him to Mrs. Halsted. ER-8, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Gift of settees from Mr. Fowler to arrive next week, with half-dozen door mats from Lord, Robbins \u0026amp; Co.  Asks for measurements of Banquet Hall, number of stairs in main hall (for carpet and brass preservers), if notice over Lafayette room was replaced with \"framed ticket.\" ER-6, p. 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Will communicate contents of his letter to Mrs. Sweat, Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Halsted as \"we four pull together.\"  Mrs. Halsted writes Regent re Council, asks if Mr. Sykes will give a parlor for meeting which will be in early May. Will have plan of meeting carefully made, one day in Washington and one at Mount Vernon.  Asks him for short condensed reports for Minutes.  Asks if Regent signed his commission and about the Virginia legislative investigating committee.  Mrs. Sweat was appointed the Secretary of Council last year. If she is absent Mrs. Hudson to act for her.  Accepts his invitation to stay at his home during Council. ER-18, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re the location to hang the Peale painting. Thinks Council should be held on May 14. ER-2, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Washington, D.C. Formal call to Grand Council May 14. ER-2, p. 264\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham anticipates her visit.  Wants Peale painting hung for Council, presentation by Mrs. Underwood to be held May 13.  Appointment of Mrs. Barnes as Vice Regent for DC. The Vice Regent of West Virginia \"puts down machinations of Briggs and Co.\" ER-2, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent desires ladies to assemble at Imperial Hotel on May 13 to decide program for Council. Suggests possible accommodations and boat service. ER-16, p. 58\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. After Vice Regents arrive they will decide on whether sessions will be held in Washington or at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent sends extracts from a letter received from the Vice Regent of West Virginia who is working with legislators in Richmond.  New investigation favors Association. Hopes to silence slanders by investigation and public report. Judge Thomas, a senator (Alexandria resident), on committee to visit Mount Vernon when Council meets, and Governor promises to be there.  Public to be made aware that Association invited the investigation.  Note re vouchers for June payments. ER-16, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Asks if Vice Regents have selected their rooms for Council.  Would like Martha Washington room on the third floor. Asks for dimensions so she can furnish it.  Mrs. Halsted discourages work on Mount Vernon lodges. ER-18, p. 214\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Notifies Mrs. Hudson he is sending check for $200 for flag staff,  will try to raise more. ER-18, p. 30\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Mrs. Hudson's letter reports visit of Investigation Committee to Mount Vernon and results. Suggests holding Council in Washington, Vice Regents paying their own expenses or staying with friends. ER-18, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Looks for announcement of date of Council (if one is to be held). Suggests holding it at Mr. Sykes Hotel in Washington and having one of the committee, either Vice Regent Mrs. Eve or Mrs. Comegys go to Mount Vernon and report on its present condition. Other matters to bring before Council including appointment of a standing Executive Committee for general work on whom active duties will devolve until next Council. Thinks another meeting desirable. ER-18, p. 216\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Asks him to take down oil cloth in Banquet Hall to make room for the Peale painting.  Restoration of painting to be done at Mount Vernon by Mr. Harry Barlow in Banquet Hall.  Detailed information re steps to be taken to prepare for the painting restoration. ER-6, p. 6\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Suggests Peale painting presentation have \"national air.\" Invitations to the Governor and Virginia Board.  Mrs. Washington of West Virginia helps adjust difficulties from publicity given \"illegal set\" of legislature and Mr. Sykes employs ex-governor Welles for same. ER-2, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent did not receive your letter announcing Mrs. Winthrop's withdrawal. Has been difficult trying to find a new Vice Regent for Massachusetts. ER-16, p. 54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Acknowledges Regent's letter of sympathy on death of her father.  Is moving out of state of Ohio so offers her resignation. ER-2, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Betsey Mason writes beginning of the letter and her daughter finishes it. Assures him General Johnson will be cooperative re Mount Vernon affairs.  Sideboard still at Green's warehouse, Alexandria, some old tables, engraving of \"Aunt Lewis\" is a beautiful portrait and she can also get one of her father.  Note in pencil, \"Mrs. Mason's last letter.\" W-94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Received notice for Council.  In interest of Mount Vernon, makes following suggestions: that growth of organization now demands some changes in administation policy - Vice Regents want, under her leadership, more active participation ER-18, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Would prefer that Council be held at the Imperial Hotel.  Funds are low because of a large number of extra expenses over the past year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Rafael. Not able to attend next Council so asks Mrs. Comegys to be her proxy. ER-17, p. 186\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Received his \"very satisfactory report\" for March.  Refers to her former letter on plan for coming to Council and she will not shirk her task.  Asks him to engage room for her at Sykes Hotel. ER-18, p. 220\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Settees and door mats shipped on April 14. Gives donors names.  Hopes Mr. Barlow is getting on with restoring the painting.  Mr. Douglas making frame, also Bible stand, both from black walnut tree grown on Robert Norris' farm. ER-6, p. 8\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mary McMakin write first half of the letter, then Miss Cunningham adds her own comments. Assures Mrs. Halsted she will give her such authority as she desires for coming presentation and program of Peale picture to MVLA. ER-2, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Expected to attend Council but cool weather prevents it.  Has sent her views and her proxy to Mrs. Comegys. ER-18, p. 224\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Goes to Washington.  Mrs. Mitchell wants Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Halsted to meet with her before Council. Asks him to meet her train. ER-18, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Will not be at Council but Vice Regents know her views.  Hopes reporters will be admitted to Council.  Association has nothing to hide and prefers world to know all. ER-18, p. 222\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Asks her to help fill vacancy of Vice Regent of Minnesota.  ER-11, p. 170\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Frame for painting under care of Mr. Barlow to be shipped. Received no word of settees. ER-6, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Received notice of meeting the 14th.  Miss Cunningham has twice said she would resign and thinks she will do so at next Council.  Likes Mrs. Hudson's program and thinks she will have little opposition. ER-17, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brattleboro. Not able to attend Council on account of her health.  Asks Mrs. Comegys to act as her proxy.  Fear from Regent's not residing at Mount Vernon \"that something has taken place that is not agreeable\" to her. ER-11, p. 232\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFeels that unless her health improves, she must resign as Regent.  Officially announces she is no longer able to reside at Mount Vernon.  Did so originally only on a temporary basis.  Mentions her yielding to Vice Regents. She received the $7000 grant from Congress in 1871 and by 1872 when Hollingsworth became Superintendent she left to his care $1272.54 without any debt.  Still just need for funds to keep Mount Vernon adequately maintained. Agrees Mount Vernon will prosper under care of Hollingsworth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Frame for Rembrandt painting shipped. Have boxes opened, ready for Mr. Barlow to put picture in frame. ER-6, p. 10\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regent regrets not having seen him but the investigating committee will be at Mount Vernon on Wednesday, and if they are willing to stay over night, Regent asks him to accommodate them.  Governor unable to attend. ER-16, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Appointment of Mrs. Hudson as guardian of the Association's records with consent of the Council in the absence of the Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Asks about sending her proxy if unable to attend meeting.  Will vote with Regent. ER-13, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Advises several improvements at Mount Vernon including rebuilding and repair of colonnades, flooring of kitchen, and construction of a well.  Recommends these improvements be made with other money than that of revenue of the estate and boats. Praises the employees of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re Regent's retirement, putting Mount Vernon under charge of Committees empowered by Council to call meetings when necessary. ER-18, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommittee has engaged Hollingsworth as secretary in charge of affairs at Mount Vernon. He has been satisfactory and committee recommends he be continued in this office. Estate in dilapidated condition, \"having fallen into incompetent hands during the illness of the Regent.\" Difficulties in making the Regent leave. Recommend all rooms in Mansion be open to public. Also build house for Superintendent.  Signed by Martha Mitchell. L-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of the Council Minutes, May 1873.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten draft by Mary McMakin. Miss Cunningham's last opening address to Council. ER-8, p. 220\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Because of attacks on MVLA, suggest that Miss Cunningham be asked to retire until the Association is freed from charges made against the Board, and that a Regent pro tem and Executive Committee take charge. They agree with W. W. Corcoran that Hollingsworth is the right man for his appointment. Minutes of Council should be carefully recorded. ER-8, p. 122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of the Council Minutes, May 17, 1873.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Pained to learn of misunderstandings in the Association.  Mrs. Comegys advised Regent to retire for the present.  The superintendency of Mount Vernon is becoming too arduous and exacting for one in her delicate health and with her extremely sensitive nature.  But care should be made so as not to hurt her, \"but for her efforts...there never would have been any such institution...nor any such distinguished body\" as the MVLA.  Note attached from Mrs. Comegys to Mrs. Halsted suggesting Judge Comegys' letter be shown to the Regent.  ER-8, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Requests Mrs. Halsted to preside while illness keeps Regent from Council.  (Penciled note on page \"Last letter from Regent from Washington or Mt V.\" ER-2, p. 270\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt written by Susan Hudson who sent a copy of Johnson's opinion on Mount Vernon to Miss Cunningham who signed it. ER-11, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Savannah. Asks Hollingsworth to send to her drawings of the \"Lodges and Gates.\" Thinks she can get a friend to donate $100 for one of the gates.  If no architectural drawings, sketches will be fine. ER-18, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Sorry not to attend Council but she was not needed as they \"did splendidly.\"  Called at Mount Vernon Saturday and \"everything in splendid condition.\" ER-18, p. 226\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Desire of several Vice Regents and the Regent to change the location of Council as Mount Vernon cannot afford to make accommodations for every Vice Regent. Signed by Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson. ER-18, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Notification of Grand Council. ER-11, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Regent permits Mrs. Mitchell's artist friends to remain over night at Mount Vernon and sleep in Washington's room. Will settle expenses.  Daughter will write a fine letter which Mrs.  Mitchell will put in a New York paper.  Expects tablet for schools, gift will come soon. ER-18, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Received check for $25.  Mrs. Brooks gave $20 for frame.  Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Halsted started idea of buying Rembrandt Peale painting in 1870, now it is in Mansion and paid for. ER-6, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Reply to her letter of the 4th to the Secretary of the Interior, re moving relics from Patent Office to Mount Vernon.  Understands Vice Regents favor returning to Arlington House those taken from there during Civil War.  Liggett favors sending all to Mount Vernon with understanding none be returned to Lee family.  Asks MVLA for such statement.  Note in pencil says Vice Regents refused. W-94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Palmetto. Family friend of Miss Cunningham, initials A.M. Cannot join her for a trip South for family reasons.  Asks her to send her some newspapers from Washington, D.C. Sorry Miss Cunningham had to resign as requested but glad such a capable woman could take over for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Requests payment of bill for services in application to General Assembly on interference of vested rights. ER-5, p. 64\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Pleased with \"account of your gathering.\"  Asks for plan for gates, would like all matters about these settled before she leaves New York. Plans for Lodges can be sent her in Milwaukee. ER-18, p. 228\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for her report.  Her father gives $1000 to pay off indebtedness and the rest goes to endowment funds.  Mr. Hollingsworth's reports shows Mount Vernon balance of $93.79.  Miss Cunningham wishes her farewell address published.  She thinks it is a mistake at this time, may print at her own expense and let Miss Cunningham distribute as she wishes.  Being Regent takes much time.  Declares how her own report is not as good as last one by Mrs. Barry.  Asks for room she may furnish and receives list of vacant rooms with dimensions.  Mrs. Lee will not turn Washington relics over to Mount Vernon from Patent Office, but when this personal property is returned to her, will make gifts, has given two pieces of furniture already.  Mr. Childs gives $500 to endowment.  Minutes printed by General Barnes.  Approves cot beds for Council.  Fragments of anothe letter in folder. ER-8, p. 217\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charlestown. Wrote Captain Frank re boat service as she plans to take about six relatives of Washington to spend the night at Mount Vernon.  Plans other excursions to raise funds. ER-14, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Misunderstanding re Vice Regent rooms.  Unfortunate that Mrs. Hudson put her name over door upstairs and not starting work in lower parlor or giving up room to Illinois. Mrs. Eve still insists she selected the parlor when Association first began furnishing the Mansion.  Sorry Mrs. Sweat read the confidential letter to Mrs. Halsted.  Mrs. Yulee has central hall and Mrs. Walker's room on other side.  Hall left with original flooring.  Comments on Mrs. Pitch's memorial gateway, brick walls from each side of garden to gate.  Council gave Hollingsworth $100 gift and two weeks vacation.  Council was pleasant, much work done, largest attendance on record. ER-18, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Would have preferred an official report from her signed, a copy for each Vice Regent to have published in her local papers.  Should hint at plan of Finance Committee. Former neglect that now requires large investments.  Wants an official statement from Regent for general distribution. ER-18, p. 230\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Impending visit of the Committee of the Virginia legislature. Carpet has not arrived. ER-5, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. All shocked at Vice Regent Halsted's giving confidential letter to Council.  Likes Mrs. Halsted but \"she does not quite take in the genius and spirit which should guide us.\"  Now past the begging stage, may seek particular objects but work should be quietly done always to restore to Washington's period.  All commended Mr. Hollingsworth and Major Blake.  Mrs. Berghmans presided.  Will write the Superintendent for drawing and estimates of gateway and send to Mrs. Hudson or Mr. Fitch. ER-18, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Wrote on the 12th re plans for Gates and Lodges. Wants to arrange with an Iron Co. to make gates.  Asks for dimensions of room Mrs. Hudson occupied at last Council as she wishes to furnish it.  Grand Master of Wisconsin Lodges asked Masons to erect a mausoleum for Washington at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Pair of mules purchased. ER-5, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Regrets Mrs. Hudson was not at Council.  \"Feeling of kindness pervaded all.\"  Selection of rooms discussed, some question re \"old Council room,\" whether assigned to Mrs. Eve or Mrs. Hudson. Public more interested in results of furnishing. ER-18, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re their discussion on the colonnades she wished rebuilt of iron, an exact imitation of the present ones.  Wants data re architectural merchants and drawings for same.  Has the Rembrandt Peale painting been received?  Has window been filled in with brick to protect painting from rain?  What does public think of it?  Thinks Congress will be asked for $10,000 for restoration of barns, stables, etc.  Mr. Halsted is one of four appointed to purchase Washington Headquarters in Morristown for State Historical Society. Went with him and hopes to get the mirror Washington used. ER-6, p. 12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks him for names of Knight Templars in Stratford, will seek Masonic aid for Mount Vernon.  Asks if work on his house is satisfactory, other details of repairs noted, papers to be cared for.  Judge Thomas sends Peale deed. Act making the Superintendent the conservator of peace.  Tells him to have badges made for servants.  All of former Regent's papers are to be carefully guarded at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Refers to Regent's retirement and letters from new Regent who is struggling with Mount Vernon's financial problems.  Urges him to answer letters promptly.  Says Judge Thomas will make him \"Conservator of the Peace.\" ER-18, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Printed Miss Cunningham's Farewell Address on slips at her own expense and sends to Miss Cunningham for distribution as she sees fit.  Mr. Sykes' bill for Miss Cunningham, maid, secretary and friend from 1869-71, $227.37 to be settled. Salary in arrears of $501 paid. ER-8, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Receipts at Mount Vernon good. Can pay him arrears salary. Drought affects fruits. ER-5, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Authorizes payment of a bill as superintendent he is now attending to such matters. ER-16, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Digging of new well. ER-5, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Instructs him on behalf of the Executive Committee not to copy Council Minutes into \"the Book,\" but to see if he has any papers re previous Councils or records from which data can be made.  Mr. McDermott might be employed on such papers.  Asks for data on Regent's permit to reduce fares, on Alexandria gate and passengers, carelessness of Captain in handling passenger accounts. ER-18, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Colonnades restoration, plans for Peale painting, and pedestals.  Mansion and cottages, directions for painting roofs.  Flag and flag staff for public.  Mansion, heating system, anthracite coal.  Malarial infection. ER-6, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Realized arduous duties of Regent had encroached too much on her time and health, but still was \"startled\" at idea of change of Regent. Assures Miss Cunningham her official and personal relations with her have been most pleasant. ER-8, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tallahassee. Has just read of Miss Cunningham's resignation and Mrs. Berghman's appointment . The first notice of MVLA she has seen since the war and wonders if it means a reorganization.  Sends notice of Mrs. Murat's death and obituary written at that time. ER-10, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Seconds her views re Mount Vernon restorations.  Sends picture of Summer House which he carefully made in 1855. Can depend upon its accuracy in form, proportions, etc. Comments on his drawings and engravings of South end of Mansion with portico. May have original drawing.  Asks if Miss Cunningham has retired.  Advocates reproducing original colonnade, also Summer House. ER-7, p. 284\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Healing Springs, Virginia. Rembrandt Peale painting, plans for rebuilding colonnades and lost Portico by library. Hopes Mr. Corcoran will rebuild Summer house. \"Arrow\" not considered seaworthy by many. Miss Cunningham reportedly insulting to some visitors in previous years. Many anxious to visit Mount Vernon frequently if any safe means of transportation were available. ER-6, p. 14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Healing Springs, Virginia. Mrs. Briggs to write article contradicting report to Mrs. Halsted and others of morning conference with Vice Regents re the Regent. Surgeon General Barnes is to furnish flag and flagstaff. ER-6, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Hears often from Mrs. Berghmans about her work. Increasing endowment fund, news about Mr. Sykes' hotel bill, the money to be paid Miss Cunningham and the desk she is to have.  Instructions for making furniture. Mrs. Farnsworth pleased with last Council proceedings and approves Mrs. Berghmans for Regent.  Right of Regent to send investigating committee to Mount Vernon.  Refers to Mrs. Sweat's letter to Miss Cunningham forwarded to Superintendent to send to Regent.  Finds Charter does not permit Regent to send investigating Committee. ER-18, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Refers to sickness at Mount Vernon. Keeping the place clean. Asks if Old Jim is still alive. Send regards to Sarah and Nathan. Wrote Regent of plan to put plates on furniture with donor's name and history. ER-18, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. No money to rebuild Summer House and colonnades.  Superintendent's receipts only offset expenditures.  Bank balance was $20 at last Council.  To meet amount owed Miss Cunningham she borrowed from the endowment gift of her father.  Suggests Vice Regents become active for endowment to provide for needed repairs.  Mrs. Thomson promises $250 and expects more subscriptions.  Miss Cunningham misunderstood Mr. Corcoran in re to rebuilding Summer House.  Her report seems to have brought subscriptions - sent whole edition, 100 copies of Miss Cunningham's farewell address to her.  Question of $1000 appropriation for history of the Association.  Aims to have a substantial endowment by next Council.  Questions of rebuilding colonnades and Portico in wood or iron. ER-8, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re letters from the Vice Regents for him to read and forward one to Regent and take note for Mr. Cooke.  Asked Mrs. Sweat to copy Resolution from Minutes on appointment of Committee, to take to Mr. Cooke with voucher from Mrs. Mitchell, which gives Superintendent the \"power of Treasurer.\" Asks him to pay with checks.  Refers to key to safe. ER-18, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re excursions to Mount Vernon by boat. ER-18, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Visited Mount Vernon, grounds in order, house neat.  Withdrew Masonic fund of $822.04 from J. Cooke \u0026amp; Co and invested in government bonds.  Commends her not voting on Miss Cunningham's salary. Supposed her dependent on salary.  Mrs. Eve recommends a Vice Regent for Tennessee and Mrs. Halsted one for Virginia.  Asks propriety of making appointments while Regent is pro tem.  Hollingsworth reports $26.69 balance.  Will start rebuilding Summer House only if Mr. Corcoran finances it.  Decides to furnish room next to Lafayette Room or one across from it. ER-8, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Pleased with his work. Discusses possibility of selling pears from Mount Vernon. Expects to visit the estate soon. Is a gardener needed? ER-5, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn, New York. Re transportation for a pedigreed calf that has been given her for Mount Vernon.  Asks about boat contract, the Regent's young husband, etc. ER-14, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. \"Economical arrangements\" approved. Doctor bill for servants at Mount Vernon. Welsh's application for job of head gardener turned down. Thanks him for use of his horse on the farm. ER-5, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Mr. Corcoran's intention to rebuild Summer House. Appointing a new Vic e Regent for Virginia. Finding a purchaser for a painting. Death of Miss Cunningham's mother in South Carolina. Miss Cunningham to be in Washington until November and then to go South. ER-5, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Difficulties over getting Mrs. Aaron Brown of Nashville for Vice Regent for Tennessee. Wishes Council at earlier time than June. It was previously made in June to put off Mrs. Chace, or Mrs. Sweat or Mrs. Mitchell. Now that they are all friends, they should consider a healthier time of year. Mrs. Ball seems suitable as a Vice Regent. She has scheme for the colonnades. Wants son-in-law to deliver an address for this project. \"We can have our [Iron ?] colonnades put by Georgia.\" Appointed cousin, ex-governor Jenkins as member of Advisory Committee in her state. Miss Cunningham angry with her. Wishes she had agreed to leave Mount  Vernon when they first talked of it. ER-5, p. 196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington, near Charlestown. Re pedigreed calf. Boat contract and prospective visit to Washington.  Plans for Mount Vernon holiday entertainment. ER-14, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Accepts the nomination as Vice Regent for Virginia. ER-14, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Beall-Air. Governor Walker of Virginia wishes to visit Mount Vernon.  Suggests Regent send him an official invitation inviting the Governor of West Virginia at same time.  Recently had a long sad letter from Miss Cunningham. ER-14, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Governor Walker of Virginia to visit Mount Vernon on November 11. Leaves arrangements for luncheon to the Superintendent. ER-5, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Change in Governor Walker's plans. Will arrive on November 19. ER-5, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Washington writes that Governor Walker of Virginia will visit Mount Vernon on November 19, asks Mrs. Halsted and her husband to join her there at that time.  Mrs. Ball accepts as Vice Regent for Virginia and Mrs. Brown for Tennessee.  Finds Miss Cunningham invited Governor to visit Mount Vernon in November. ER-8, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Comegys for ceding her Mount Vernon room she had chosen. Will endeavor to furnish it appropriately.  Expects Governor Walker will visit Mount Vernon, wants also Judge and Mrs. Comegys, Mr. and Mrs. Halsted, Advisory Committee members resident in Washington, Mrs. Barnes, Mrs. Washington, Mrs. Ball to all come as well. Approves plans for endowment fund. Will ask Miss Cushman to read for it. ER-17, p. 188\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Acknowledges her assistance at last two Councils.  Importance of choosing Vice Regents. Give each a credential card and copy of Record.  Gives brief history of each. Vice Regent for Minnesota filled. Alabama vacant.  Refers to Vice Regents attempts to remove her from office.  Believes she possesses the only true lock of Washington's hair and locket, also Edward Everett's picture.  Discusses New York Vice Regency. Says farewell. ER-2, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. first portion by Mary McMakin with postscript written by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Illness prevents her from starting south.  Asks him to place her papers now sent in trunk with other documents, fasten securely and place in bank vault. Also to pack her personal furniture for shipping. ER-11, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Received his October report. Very gratifying.  Will meet Mrs. Comegys next week in Philadelphia with important papers, one for Regent, one for Hollingsworth.  Later meets Hollingsworth to \"arrange by word of mouth your relation to us\" and future plans.  Vice Regents Eve and Mitchell received letter re Patent Office articles which she thinks can be had for Mount Vernon.  Professor Henry will send Bastille model.  Asks if bedstead, marble top table and mattress from her Washington house reached Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. Sends note to Major Blake re boat.  Her brother advises buying, not building, a boat. ER-14, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Arrangements for luncheon on Wednesday for the Governor of Virginia. ER-5, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Will bring wine for the luncheon if he has none provided already. ER-5, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Yellow pine for colonnades. Left plan with Mr. Sykes. Get estimates for colonnades and South End portico. Slate for roofing colonnades. Mr. Barlow to restore painting over mantle in West Parlor. Turkey-red curtains for five windows. Has window behind painting been bricked or plastered? ER-6, p. 16\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Mount Vernon in excellent order. Wants Mrs. Brooks' proxy while she is in Europe. Has seen Grand Master re Appeal to Masons for endowment fund. Hopes for similar aid in other states. Trying to get money for colonnades thru \"young misses.\" Need 26 pillars at cost of about $10 each. ER-6, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Visited Mount Vernon, asks for constitution and late reports of Association.  Hopes to secure some relics. ER-14, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for 1872 and 1873 reports, also vignette of Mount Vernon. Chronical article about appropriation from Congress and efforts to have appropriation from Congress. Financial condition of the Association. Most of funds used up in paying Miss Cunningham's arrears salary and Mr. Sykes' bills. Securities safe. Unsettled condition of Washington banks since crash. Appointment of a treasurer to be delayed. Hopes Mr. Riggs will again take office. Also includes extracts of letter. ER-5, p. 12 and ER-8, p. 232\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Believes Mr. Riggs to be the better banker, if he will accept treasurer position. Mr. William Pine, Grand Master in New Jersey approves her plan to make appeal to Masons at this time. Plans also to appeal to New York Masons. Still has Mrs. Brooks' proxy for New York. Must know first in whose hands endowment fund will be placed. Possible appeal to Congress for appropriation. Will send list of goods she and Mrs. Eve bought after Council of 1868 to replace Mr. Herbert's goods. Also list of things donated in New York and New Jersey. Lossing's incorrect article in \"The American Historical Record,\" suggests publishing Mount Vernon's history in this magazine in numbers. ER-6, p. 18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Appeal for endowment fund.  Need $30,000 for support and repairs. ER-6, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Received copies of Minutes which have been requested by several Vice Regents.  Hopes death of Regent's father will not cause her to resign.  Suggests Mr. Hollingsworth write notes of thanks for gifts. Much pleased he has been so competent.  Glad she approves plan for collecting fund for colonnades.  Will ask about red chair of Washington.  Window curtain in Patent Office corresponds with the upholstery on chair.  Suggests covering whole Mansion with matting.  Lists Vice Regents who will join Regent in furnishing Mrs. Washington's bedroom.  Old Mansion furniture can be moved to cottage.  New carpet placed in past Regent's bedroom.  Is busy with Appeal to Masons.  Mentions articles sent by free freight. ER-6, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Letter of condolence for the death of her father. ER-2, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Re charters, amendment, the way the Congressional bill was put through legislature, John A. Washington's terms for sale and her interview that changed his opinion. Mrs. Ritchie's aid, the New York organization's attitude and query if Mrs. Briggs' attack has caused by changes in Vice Regents' attitude toward Regent.  Asks if Judge Comegys' opinion differs from General Pike's of Pike and Johnson, latter husband of the Vice Regent of Arkansas. ER-17, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Superintendent was to send Miss Cunningham's trunk of important letters to Alexandria Bank where her fiber trunk is and get receipts for both.  Wishes one bound copy of Mount Vernon Record, vol. 1, publisher gave her. ER-11, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Annapolis. Has enclosed a copy of the \"Minutes.\"  Talks of furnishing rooms. ER-18, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter beginning on page 2. The Regent must not return to Mount Vernon unless she complies with the wishes of the Vice Regents and is Regent in name only. ER-18, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regent has named May 14, 1873 for meeting of Council.  Will not mention Mrs. Mitchell and \"prospects of departure.\" ER-8, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Mentions previous gifts of Mrs. Lee to Mount Vernon. Thanks her for list of vacant rooms.  Promise of further contributions to endowment fund.  Has finished her report. ER-8, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses a \"condensed report\" that is nearly identical to the one she will send to the Regent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has not heard from Miss Cunningham in a long time.  Writes of Mrs. Lee's relics which she is trying to get for Mount Vernon.  \"The sideboard is here, a tea table and the death-bed furniture\". Thinks Miss Cunningham must have offended the Lee family.  W-194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Thinks they should get a \"squad\" of soldiers to assist Mr. Hollingsworth with protecting the Mansion and Tomb from vandals. Burglar alarm installed an paid for by Mr. Halsted. Protection of the Tomb is important as people would not visit Mount Vernon if Washington's body was taken. ER-6, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Appeal to Masons for endowment fund. Transportation for a cow which has been offered for donation from Adams, New York. Appeals to New York Masons as she still holds Mrs. Brooks proxy. Small bureau shipped, belongs to George Washington in Newburgh headquarters. ER-6, p. 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Recommends planting sunflowers in low places to combat malaria. Also recommends planting eucalyptus near river and behind office and gardener's house for health reasons. ER-5, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Report of Board of Visitors (House Doc. 1) received, asks for 6 more copies. ER-7, p. 7\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Has received from Mr. Hollingsworth the Governor Welles' bill for $200 for \"services rendered on the Mt. Vernon Wharf question.\"  Mrs. Berghman, Acting Regent, is at present incapacitated so offers several methods of meeting this unexpectedly large bill, and asks which will be acceptable to the Governor. ER-6, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re Appeal to Masons in various states for funds and best time to send it out.  Has received gratifying response in New Jersey. ER-6, p. 24\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re donated cow.  Mrs. Eve thinks pillars for colonnades should be cypress, locust or cedar.  Mr. Halsted thinks red cedar covered with yellow North Carolina pine. ER-6, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mrs. Halsted asks what part her grandmother had in the beginning of plan to purchase Mount Vernon.  Wishes information for the press and time is too limited to write her aunt. ER-8, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Harper's Weekly wishes to print \"a chart showing every particular about it as far as they can get reliable information\" in their February 22 issue.  Asks for recent survey for Governor Welles or any other.  Has a plan of all buildings laid out by Gardener Craig.  Will notify him when \"the remarkable cow\" is shipped (worth $300). ER-6, p. 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. \"Look out for the cow,\" soon to arrive by freight from New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. The cow is being sent from New York and will arrive in Washington on January 31.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rosemont. Portion of the letter cut away. Miss Cunningham says her mother was responsible for the idea of saving Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 190\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. The cow was given by Col. Hungerford and was shipped, consigned to James Sykes, whom she has notified.  Urges him to let her know of its arrival. ER-6. p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Describes cow being sent to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Re shipment of donated cow.  No response from Regent re restoration of colonnades, does not hesitate to have him go ahead with work.  South portico built by Bushrod Washington to go before Council.  Gives estimates for building one and restoring other.  Mr. Halsted adds note re cutting and seasoning post. Includes extract portion of same letter, copied. ER-6, p. 27 and p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Breaking up her home. Note thanking Mr. Hungerford for \"generous and valuable gift. Mrs. Halsted's appeal to Mason. Her father's death ends her usefulness to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Four poster bed to be sent along with fire irons, two large brass. Mr. Elder, Richmond artist, to paint a large likeness from our miniature. ER-5, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Superintendent has estimate for colonnades.  Carpenter for pillars $8 each if we furnish cedar or locust posts. Others are North Carolina yellow pine. More durable than solid pillars, and they would save $52.  Relates incident re Mrs. Ann S. Stephens' offer to write article on Mount Vernon. She will ask aid from Congress if necessary. ER-8, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. In response to Mrs. Halsted's inquiry states her grandmother's part in starting Mount Vernon movement as she has heard it told.  Thinks her cousin William Yancey wrote the first Appeal.  Says her grandmother visited Mpunt Vernon when her aunt Pamela was a few years old. ER-8, p. 234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Letter of thanks for article in Harper's Weekly. ER-8, p. 246\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Proposed endowment fund. ER-5, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies, one dated March 7 and the other March 9. Newark. Appeals to him to help support Mount Vernon. Cites generous action of Edward Everett. ER-6, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Restoration of colonnades ER-5, p. 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Appeals again to New Jersey Masons for contributions to endowment fund. To erect a marble mausoleum over tomb of Washington. ER-6, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sends needles for Sarah to sew carpet for Superintendent's house, 2 carpets sent via Merchants Line Steamers to Alexandria.  The merchant donates a portion and will visit Mount Vernon.  Hopes that Superintendent's little house will be comfortably furnished. ER-18, p. 38\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Wishes to give Mount Vernon a Masonic apron worn by General LaFayette on his last visit to the US. H-555\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks for measurement of room on second floor, head of stairs on right, above Pennsylvania Room, plans to get  bed and other furniture for it. ER-18, p. 38\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Masonic appeal discussed. ER-5, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Collecting money for repair of colonnades. Hungerford donation of the cow valued at $300. Carpets for cottage. Collections from Masons for endowment fund. No appeals inNew York State yet because new temple not complete, will cost one million. Tin and solder for colonnades. ER-6, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Letter from A. McDermett re colonnades.  Mr. Halsted thought all pillars of old colonnade would have to be removed.  Mr. Clare's statement re same.  Regent has authorized Superintendent to proceed with work.  Timber from Mount Vernon to be used. ER-6, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Has not heard from Regent since her bereavement, refers to her wanting a private secretary, paying Governor's bill to former Regent. Will send him some tea plants.  Asks Superintendent \"to lunch\" with Dr. and Mrs. Day at MV and give them a bouquet.  Reminds him he is a Conservator of the Peace for Mount Vernon.  Will be pleased to have flag pole raised. ER-18, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Solicits a contribution to endowment fund for Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Appeal for funds to restore and repair the colonnades and south porch.  Estimate is $400 each.  Mr. Corcoran will rebuild the Summer House. When Association has $50,000 will never again appeal for money. Explains endowment.  Requests Mr. Lennox assist them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. She is unable to collect money for colonnade from his subscribers.  Suggests Hollingsworth prepare pillars for colonnade.  If cannot collect money, carpenters will have to be dismissed until it can be collected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Flag staff sent to Mount Vernon by Mr. Barnes. ER-5, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Sends $1 for a pillar in colonnade in the \"temple of liberty\" in name of E.G. Walker, Detroit\" in response to Mrs. Hudson's solicitations in honor of \"your patriotic suggestion.\"  Twenty-six pillars not all provided for, they should be plain, if iron, painted to simulate marble, name of donor under glass. E-17, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Stratford. Tea plants being sent to Mount Vernon by a Mrs. P. Edmonston of North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letter and copy. Newark. Re flag and staff, supplies for painting roof, collection of $130 for colonnades, funds needed for stone paving blocks, originals from Isle of Wight.  Mrs. Eve says colonnade pillars were once cut onsite. Georgia raised $30 for it.  Mr. Halsted approves raising calf. ER-6, p. 36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Acknowledges receipt of $10.  Thinks Mrs. Berghmans will not consent to being elected Regent.  Thinks Regent should be an unmarried person, free from family cares.  The Press names Mrs. Brooks of New York.  Thinks Miss Cunningham's choice is Mrs. Ella Washington of West Virginia.  ER-8, p. 236\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Robert Colgate \u0026amp; Co. gives 500 lbs of Atlantic White Lead in oil, value $55. John Fielder, Princeton, gives red lead for roof.  Has received necessary tin for colonnade roofing, also $100 from James Lenox of New York.  Barrel of oil for roof painting promised. ER-8, p. 236\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Appeals for endowment funds before centennial. One colonnade long since decayed and removed. The other under repair. Every pillar in it decayed. Need endowment of $50,000. Sends him her subscription book. All Washington relics solicited and preserved. ER-6, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Received contribution of 500 lbs. white lead in oil and all tin necessary for colonnade. Also promised a barrel of boiled oil for roof-painting, nails. ER-6, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Asks height of flag staff. Tin has been shipped. Honorable Seldon T. Scranton has had no acknowledgement for 6 kegs of nails he sent. ER-6, p. 12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Ensign storm flag to be contributed. Look for consignment on next steamer. ER-6, p. 12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. He may call on her any morning to discuss matters he referred to. ER-5, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Has shipped one camp bedstead for Lafayette room. Also linen for table and national flag donated by Mrs. McFadden. ER-6, p. 12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Charleston. In regards to a woman she knows who has a room for rent on the second floor of her house. RM-197, ER-2616\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Will not hear of Association owning a steamboat. Must lease the wharf as before. Wharf built with endowment funds, so they are entitled to it. Shocked at article regarding moving body of Washington. Setting straight pillars of colonnade. ER-6, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter, portion cut away. Detroit. Mrs. Eve reports seeing Mrs. Berghmans who is recovering from an illness.  Thinks she will continue in office if Vice Regents so desire.  There will be a \"dissenting voice.\" ER-17, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Mrs. Berghmans has accepted Regency.  Unable to attend next Council but will try to send \"tangible representative for another pillar.\"  Sends proxy to Mrs. Comegys if she does not attend, then it goes to Mrs. Hudson. ER-17, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Letter to Superintendent re plans for the visit of the Governor of Virginia and party. ER-5, p. 76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. She and Mrs. Barnes delay visit until Monday. Miss Harper wants to hire set of furniture from Alexandria store for Council. ER-5, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wharf becoming unsafe. Temporary repairs made but more needed.  Colonnades progressing slowly, 13 pillars finished and up.  Reports on cost of colonnades, carpenters, lumber, masonry. ER-6, p. 36\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters. First letter: Lyman Sheldon to Gabriel Johnston, A.L.S. Webster. Wishes to borrow the bell of Mary Washington to call guests to dinner at his large 4th of July celebration. Second letter: from Frank Maeler of \"Walter \u0026amp; Bell\" to Mr. A.P. Rowe, T.L.S. Fredericksburg. Undated. An inquiry into the authenticity of the Mary Washington bell. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Is unable to attend Council in June but encloses proxy as election of Regent is of great concern to her.  Hopes choice will not be made by a minority present even if proxies of others are obtained. Question needs discussion of merits of those best adapted to office.  Brings up constitutional rights of this election.  Favors Mrs. Harper for Regent, gives reasons for choice.  Regrets Miss Cunningham's resignation, suggests an honorary office for her which would give her privileges of Council so far as Constitution would permit this. ER-8, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Received Miss Cunningham's letter, wrote immediately to Vice Regents Harper and Barry, encloses copy of letter.  Miss Cunningham's confidence is sacred and her letter destroyed, regrets her troubles and is indignant that her labors are so poorly rewarded.  Pamphlets not yet arrived.  Hopes Miss Cunningham will approve the course she has taken. ER-8, p. 254\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Will send $120 needed for colonnades which are to be finished for Council.  Hollingsworth to pay this bill from special fund Mrs. Halsted has agreed to provide.  Notes he has received flag and linen.  A \"lady\" flag-maker offers to make flag for Mount Vernon as a gift. The first flag to be flown from Mount Vernon.  Asks him to unfurl Mrs. McFadden's flag (gift).  Camp bed and moss mattress sent for Lafayette Room and will buy linens.  Note:  Through Mrs. Halsted, Mrs. McFadden donated flag to Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Halsted furnishing Lafayette Room, May 26, 1874. ER-6, p. 37.  With handwritten copy, ER-7, p. 9\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Raleigh. Receives official call to Council. Vice Regents to meet on Arrow at 6 p.m. on June 1.  Will have all \"sheeting, toweling and blankets\" needed at Mount Vernon.  Will buy bedstead and mattress in Washington. ER-18, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Webster.  Dinner of July 4th public, not private.  Also asks Mr. Johnston to speak at the dinner on George Washington and stay a few days with him. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Webster. Once again conveys that the July 4th dinner at which he wishes to use Mary Washington's Dinner Bell not a private party.  It is a general celebration he holds annually at his summer residence. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Sends two mattresses and a rug for her room. Also plated forks. Wants a card put on the flagstaff to designate that it was presented by Surgeon General Barnes. ER-5, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Lily Macalester Berghmans as Regent. Handwritten by a secretary or other individual. Outlines his duties as Superintendent. ER-5, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounces death of Mrs. Louisa Cunningham, Oct. 6, 1873. Suggests Association offer resolutions not only of condolence to the ex-Regent, but to honor one whose \"imperfected idea\" became the origin of this Association.  Gives brief history of early ideas of organization. ER-3, p. 305\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Sends thanks from the Association to W \u0026amp; A Transportation Co. for carrying freight free for Mount Vernon for some years. ER-6, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Buckingham Hotel, New York. Learns of Mrs. Hudson's return from Europe.  Needed you at Mount Vernon as a friend of the Superintendent. All like him but wishe he would keep his accounts better. Discusses methods by which he could do it. Refers to receipts of $6000 and bills of $10,000. ER-18, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Received $1000 check for reimbursement of endowment fund. ER-5, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Stratford. Express appreciation of Virginia Legislature's act of Jan 26, 1874 making the \"Secretary of the Mount Vernon Association\" a Conservator of the Peace for the limits of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Notifying him of the shipment of \"old style mahogany furniture\" for the Banquet Hall. Inquires if he knows anything more about the Confederate bonds. Asks how the colonnades are coming along. ER-6, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fairfax Courthouse. Enclosed deed for Peale painting to MVLA, asked to notify Mrs. Hudson and Regent of its delivery.  Encloses also copy of Act of Assembly, an official publication. ER-18, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Description of dresses and other things she can buy for Sarah Johnson. Requests to know how much Sarah wants to spend. Engravings of Washington and lady's quilt. ER-5, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Requests some Mount Vernon Records. Will soon get under way with the \"Day Book\" for New Jersey. Donation of mule harness. Clothing for Nathan. India-rubber shoes for Nathan are a gift. Sarah's dress. Sofa upholstered with black hair-cloth. Mrs. Eve wrote Miss Cunningham two letters at Council, but no reply. ER-6, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Webster. He is keeping the bell a couple more days to show it to two ladies. It has done all he expected it to. Postscript - he was offered $200 for it. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Glad the U.S. flag will be flown at Mount Vernon as it never was during Miss Cunningham's Regency. Has heard only the Arrow is allowed to dock at the wharf, but he encloses his twenty-five cents admission and warns Hollingsworth not to obstruct his visit to Washington's Tomb although he will arrive via a different boat. ER-5, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Regarding Dr. Howland's \"impertinent\" letter. Encourages him to seek General Barnes' help. Possibly hire policemen to assist with monitoring the gate and to prevent him from docking his boat. ER-5, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Webster. Asks if Mary Washington's bell has arrived safely. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Thinks Judge Thomas wishes to make a thorough inspection of Mount Vernon before writing his report for Virginia Legislature.  Mrs. Sweat has returned from Europe so Mrs. Hudson will turn back secretary's books and duties to her. ER-18, p. 44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Forwards money for Nathan's bill and other purposes.  Funds raised for colonnades restoration must not be used for any other purpose, until finished, remainder then to be used on south porch which is to be rebuilt.  Re oil for colonnades.  Asks for measurements of \"Bastille\" model. Will provide glass and table for same.  Banquet Hall, place sofa under arched window and two chairs at each end.  Proxy for New York. ER-6, p. 45 with copy of letter,  ER-7, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Returns signed vouchers for colonnade. First colonnade finished, cost more than anticipated. Will try to get more tin for roof donated. Will try to have paint for roof donated. Theft of a pillow cover and statement about the theft. Accounting of expenditures and colonnades at end of letter. ER-7, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Refers to Council vote to rebuild south porch.  Mrs. Eve states it was not built by Washington and advised removing \"residue\" and planting shrubbery. One hundred dollars would have completed colonnades, but now need $400 more.  Four hundred each for 3 restorations.  When colonnade was taken down, found it must be \"almost entirely rebuilt,\" tedious work but completed.  Mason work for second colonnade ready.  States present financial conditon and asks her to raise funds. ER-8, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Corrects him on his recollection of estimates for rebuilding colonnades. Amount it is costing exceeds what she expected. Will have nails sent as gift. Tin for colonnade. Shouldn't have used linseed oil on roofs. ER-6, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Just learned of boat trouble and has written Regent to cut red tape and act at once.  Always thought fares too high. ER-18, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Confidential. Asks him to finish second colonnade as soon as possible, will then ask Mr. Corcoran about Summer House and south porch.  ER-6, p. 48 and copy of letter, ER-8, p. 238\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Columbia Hotel, Lebanon Springs. Regarding harness, gift of nails for rebuilding colonnades and porch. Consult Judge Thomas about advertisement of \"The Mary Washington.\" The dock is for use of the Association. Hopes to get donation of chairs and brooms from the Shakers. ER-6, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Reduction of fare on steamer Arrow as a temporary and necessary measure. Breakdown of the steamer, unfortunate incident regarding another boat attempting to land at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 86\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Hopes reduction of fare may quiet public controversy over the boat incident. ER-5, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Rival boat is now running. She has assumed responsibility for reducing fare on their boat to $1.00 as a temporary measure until Council meets. ER-8, p. 228\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Sends engraving showing chairs sketched at Mount Vernon, Arlington House, etc.  Owns counterpart of chair from house where General Schuyler was tried for loss of Ticonderoga (1778).  Shakers manufacture old designs.  Asks her to answer D.P. Smith's criticism of Mount Vernon management. ER-7, p. 284\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Soliciting nails for Mount Vernon. Tin for second colonnade roof and south porch. Article entitled \"Mount Vernon Monopoly.\" State legislative committee are the ones to defend Association against such attacks. Reason for building fence. Donation of chairs by Lebanon Shakers. ER-6, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. She does not know the cost of the medicine yet or when she will be able to bring it her and visit. She is always busy with the \"Home\" but she also has to find money to borrow to send Yates to Charlotte. Other personal business. RM-197, ER-2617\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Wishes measurements of smallest room on second floor. Has highest regards for his management of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Will reply to D.P. Smith's letter attacking the Regent and the Association's management as soon as she has assembled facts to be used.  Mrs. Briggs of the Associated Press has been writing unfavorable articles on Mount Vernon.  She has never been a Vice Regent. ER-7, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks Judge Thomas to go to Mount Vernon as a citizen and see for himself the Superintendent's difficulties.  Is not authorized by Council to do this but thinks the Judge, as chairman of Board of Visitors, should be well informed, especially for boat discussion. ER-18, p. 46\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Notice of opposition boat. Believes fare must be put down as low as they wish if Captain Hollingshead can stand it. Bonds belong to the ex-Regent. ER-6, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Wishes to know facts of what provoked him to put up fence so Benson J. Lossing can refute the untruths spread by rival boat party. Their spokesman is D.P. Smith of Collingwood, who was the man who asked privilege of using dock? \"Records\" safe where he now has them. They can sell Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" at publisher's price and get large percentage for Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Two fragments cut from letter. Reply to each item of attack in D.P. Smith's letter sent to Lossing with emphatic statement that every cent collected was used for Mount Vernon's care and restoration. Disputed boundary line necessitated re-survey and decision favorable to Mount Vernon. Mismanagement charges before Virginia legislature cost Association $200.  U.S. money of \"$7000 Claim,\" funds never turned over to Association.  General Michler  of Public Works had charge of work. Attack on Miss Cunningham, no longer Regent, unjustifiable.  An intense sufferer from a spinal injury, physicians prescribed narcotics.  Dr.  Howland had no opportunity to prove his charges. Mr. Hollingsworth believes neighbors for 40 miles around wish to possess Mount Vernon for \"beer garden\" or worse. The \"Arrow\" is a government inspected boat carrying freight and mail under the competent Captain Hollingshead. James Sykes, descendant of distinguished surgeons, has been one of MVLA's most intelligent supporters.  The Association has no intention of violating its 3 year wharf contract. Mrs. Emily Edson Briggs of the Associated Press, a writer of unfavorable articles, was never officially connected with Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with copy. Newark. Sends $100 of Colonnade fund he requested and asks for receipt.  Mrs. Berghmans will write Judge Thomas and Don Piatt,  and she has sent Benson Lossing a reply to D.P. Smiths' inaccurate statements.  Asks him to substantiate all his statements to her and keep libelous articles, for Association will take legal action if they are not stopped soon.  Bad condition of wharf and boat contract at time of purchase briefly reviewed. ER-6, p. 54 with copy ER-7, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Re D.P. Smith's criticism of Mount Vernon management.  Wrote an article for New York Observer.  Bonner refused one for Ledger.  Refers to Mrs. Lossing's work as Lady Manager.  Went to Mount Vernon in fall of 1858 to make drawings and notes.  Article published in Harper's Magazine v. 18, \"Mount Vernon As It Is.\"  Declares his continued interest in Mount Vernon.  Regrets D.P. Smith's criticism of Miss Cunningham after her retirement. ER-7, p. 284\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is willing to substantiate every statement he has made before a court of law and is confident he can prove the truth of each.  Will keep her in touch with libelous statements he finds.  Adverse criticisms continue. A northerner recently objected to Nathan holding a high position of trust.  Hopes to finish second colonnade by the 15th. ER-7, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Opposition boat has reduced their receipts. See from the paper that a law suit is threatened against Hollingsworth as representative of MVLA, but she has heard nothing from him about it so believes it must be false. ER-5, p. 88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Dispute over right of rival boat to use dock. D. P. Smith's letter and Lossing's reply. Editor of New York Observer to write article on subject. Collecting money for colonnade repairs. ER-6, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Reply to Observer article of Oct 1st, stating wharf was built by Association for about $1000, to land passengers for profit (exact terms given) and freight.  Lease for last eight years. Daily boat trip from Washington.  Virginia legislature upheld Association's refusal to give boat privileges to D.P. Smith's \"farmers' club.\"  Charter has no reference to this club. Docketed on reverse indicates this copy of the article was not published. ER-7, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Relates his extra attentions to Dr. Howland and Col. Daniels who have made most unfavorable criticisms of the MVLA. Mr. Gibbs, their neighbor, disgusted with those attempting to get control of boat and dock facilities, gives his trade to the \"Arrow.\" ER-7, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Dover. Receives Regent's letter enclosing Mr. Hollingsworth's letter to Mrs. Halsted.  Has written an article for the December number of American Historical Magazine re Mount Vernon's problems. ER-7, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Has written Dr. Lossing inviting him to visit her, and enclosed Hollingsworth's letter. Articles for the Observer. Wrote Col. H. concerning lawsuit. ER-5, p. 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Sent $52 for gate, names of children contributors to be framed and hung in House.  Five hundred dollars for lodges. Coat of Arms in carved wood given by Milwaukee College.  Wants information about bedroom to be furnished. ER-18, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Encloses Dr. Lossing's note and Hollingsworth's letter. Mr. Hollingsworth reports new boat withdrawn and nothing more on threatened lawsuit. Must advance money to Hollingsworth for expenses because of poor receipts. ER-5, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Mrs. Berghmans invites Benson Lossing to vist her. Mr.  Hollingsworth says charges of mismanagement of Mount Vernon continue and encloses a circular he found on a street car.  Colonnade will be finished on the 20th. Dr. Prince, a staunch supporter of the Association, favors a free wharf. ER-7, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Glad porticos are to be rebuilt and will contribute to expense.  Indebted to Mrs. Hudson for full account of Council and lawsuit. ER-17, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Received missing \"Record\" and her book is now complete. Card table more than 100 yrs. old shipped. Too frail for \"Bastille\" model but can be used in Banquet Hall. Work on colonnades and South porch. Bibles and Hymn books for the Negroes. Pillow sham to be copied. Have clock cleaned and repaired at her expense. Mr. Barlow to repair painting over mantle. \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting needs stretching. Threatened lawsuit over rights to use boat dock seem to have died out. ER-6, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Told Mrs. Barnes that  Mrs. Comegys refused to give up little room she had selected.  Trouble with rival boat that landed at wharf below Mount Vernon. Lower price for trip. Company put out inflammatory handbills and advertizing. Mr. Hollingsworth asked to have boat lowered to meet rival which Mrs. Berghmans did.  Results satisfactory and other boat withdrew.  Rival boat company asked Lossing to denounce MVLA. He will write a favorable article for MVLA in magazine. ER-17, p. 194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Re letter Regent sent from Hollingsworth.  Wrote article for December number of American Historical Record which he edits, re Mount Vernon's problems. ER-7, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Approves her action re rival boat questions so suddenly brought before Regent.  Hollingsworth has sent Mrs. Comegys a clipping, a newspaper attack on Mount Vernon re boat. ER-17, p. 196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. New York. Smith visited Mount Vernon when Miss Cunningham managed it, 4 or 5 years before. Wrote article in the Observer afterward telling of her \"utter incompetency.\"  Says Ladies at  distressed at first, but later realized he was correct. R-381, ER-1231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. West Gate Lodges to be restored as they originally were. Colonnades and sanding of paint. ER-6, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Need of a larger boiler for the green hose. Opposition boat withdrawn and no lawsuit. Don Piatt, editor of the \"Sunday Capitol,\" is an important ally. ER-5, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Encloses proof sheet of her report for corrections of financial summary. Corrects her letter to Mr. Stewart. Subscriptions for the colonnades. ER-5, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside. Regarding Lossing's \"Mount Vernon.\" ER-6, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy and extracts. Colonnades both completed, had a coat of oil and two of white paint - old one nearly all decayed.  Four hundred dollars was the total cost of new colonnade and $100 for repairs on old one.  Tin for roof on both, nails, paint, oil, white lead, red iron paint. Itemized cost of each, brings total cost more than amount allowed for work. \"Mary Washington\" boat withdrawn.  No word of lawsuit, but continued attack expected in spring.   Belligerents to present petition to Virginia legislature to repeal Mount Vernon charter.  Plan for restoration of the two porters' lodges at Alexandria entrance. Wharf, Farmers Club, and D.P. Smith's false charges. ER-7, p. 35-39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo incomplete drafts of a letter. Asks Regent to send Hollingsworth information for his Report.  Belligerents preparing petition to Virginia legislature to repeal MVLA charter.  Council to consider wharf question.  Opposes voting by proxy. Wishes glass shade for Bastille model. To be paid for by sale of books, also freight for cow, and printed Appeal to Masons. Expense taken from same fund.  Wishes to get a good New York artist to copy portrait of Mary Ball in Metropolitan Art Gallery to be hung in Banquet Hall. ER-7, p. 41 and ER-8, p. 240\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has just turned up last report. Mr. Hollingsworth writes of a petition in Virginia legislature to repeal MVLA charter. Colonnades entirely completed, hopes to pay for they within 10 days. RM-28, ER-2030\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. On letterhead of John E. Potter and Co. Booksellers. Received letter and copy of Bylaws from his friend Col. C. C. Jones of New York.  Did not know of any claim before that Mount Vernon wharf was not a private one. It was strictly private when he made drawings in 1858.  ER-7, p. 285\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Description of Mount Vernon and its immediate needs. ER-6, p. 64\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Boiler for greenhouse. Annoyances by disaffected parties in vicinity of Mount Vernon. Rumor that Captain Hollingshead purchased rival boat the \"Mary Washington.\" Mrs. Eve requests that on no account is her Georgia book to go to South Carolina. ER-5, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Has written Judge Thomas asking if Ladies should be at session of Virginia legislature re amendment of MVLA Charter to strike out clause re meeting.  Doubts if proxy voting can be changed. ER-8, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Has started collecting money for Lodges as Hollingsworth wants work started, advances five hundred dollars.  Asks about plate for gate that records children contributors, and inquires about bedroom to be furnished. ER-18, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sullivan's Island, harbor of Charleston. She writes on behalf of Miss Cunningham who is ill. Mrs. Amarinthia Snowden of Charleston is to take into her charge all of Miss Cunningham's papers, some of which are at Rosemont and some at Mount Vernon. Mrs. Snowden, Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Walker are to be committee to select documents for writing of Association history. ER-17, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Sends copies of corrected Minutes. Also credential card with vignette of Washington at top.  Has sent some to Miss Cunningham to fill in and send her appointees.  ER-8, p. 242\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Happy to hear of the gift of Washington's liquor chest.  Mr. Halsted heard from Mr. Barber who plans to make a concrete walk from the wharf to the Tomb. Is it true that Hollingshead bought the boat \"Mary Washington?\" Engraving \"Washington at Trenton\" from dealers Virtue and Gorston to be framed and given to Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Thinks $157.22 now due can be collected easily. Lodges and fences should be repaired.  Re calling Council to consider charter amendment, someone to attend Virginia legislature, dealing with Farmers Club. ER-17, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Check for two small bills outstanding for the colonnades. Hopes to have YMCA in New Jersey help in sale of books. Thinks the same offer of books at half price was made to Miss Cunningham. Has been promised half dozen chairs that were in the room when Washington signed Major Andre's death warrant. Also bedstead used by Lafayette in 1824 to go to Lafayette Room. Dressing table already there. ER-6, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks each member to buy or sell one copy of Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" at publishers price. Half will go to Mount Vernon fund.  ER-6, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Regent will not be in Washington but Mrs. Mitchell will be there soon.  Discusses stove for his house.  Asks if both colonnades are finished.  Thinks more Mount Vernon affairs must be taken to Virginia legislature.  Declares there are two sides to the boat question. ER-18, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Efforts to get YMCA to buy or sell copies of Lossing's book. Mount Vernon to get half of publisher's price. Will send him some to sell. Now \"that Boat\" is no longer running Hollingshead should up fare again. He must have a profit and Mount Vernon an income. Wants measure of fences and hedges planted against new fence put up at wharf. ER-6, p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Copies of Lossing's book for sale arrived.  Bound copies $7.00.  Refers to models for temple of patriotism to be erected on Old Tomb. ER-17, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Unable to pay some of the November bills. ER-5, p. 90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Was glad to hear from Miss Cunningham through Miss Sparnick.  Assures her of \"safety of the interesting letters committeed…to my care.\"  Appreciates her wish to transfer them to Mrs. Snowden, suggests their being rewritten by Miss Cunningham as soon as possible.  Received a \"charming\" reply to letter sent by Vice Regent Barry before Council endorsing her views.  Quotes from the Vice Regent's letter stating Mrs. Berghmans' appreciation of Miss Cunningham's work and desire to secure her an \"honorary position in the Associaiton,\" leaving active work to those more physically able. ER-8, p. 256\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Inquires about fencing and types of hedging. Has asphalt walk been put down? Delighted last of colonnades bills are paid. Tells of incident in which Naval officers on visit to Mount Vernon were indignant at sale of photos, etc. at door of Mansion. Also disapproves of ugly glass case downstairs. ER-6, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Sends names to be put on gate, photographs of it taken and sent to Mrs. L. L. Merrill (mother of children). Sent one dozen views of Mount Vernon and bill for same.  Public schools to pay for Lodges. Asks Hollingsworth to write to school superintendent asking if he wants photographs of old lodges, etc.  Wisconsin Grand Master has sent appeal to Masonic Lodges for funds for mausoleum. ER-18, p. 250\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Regarding the Virginia legislature and Judge Thomas. His salary will be first of debts to be paid.  Asks him to keep the Regent posted on Mount Vernon affairs. Keep this letter private, burn it. ER-18, p. 48\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Glad he agrees with her and does not like \"merchandizing\" in main hall of the Mansion, but he should wait for the Regent's suggestion to change it. Efforts to sell \"Home of Washington\" by all Vice Regent's. Little success with YMCA. Gate lodges to be repaired by book sales. Collecting money for south porch. Itemized account of cash spent for colonnades. Judge Thomas' report to the governor of Virginia. Defending Mount Vernon from various charges. ER-6, p. 70\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Sale of \"The Home of Washington\" for benefit of Mount Vernon. Colonnades completed, cost was $939.61.  One hundred collected for verandah facing library windows. Judge Thomas' report a good antidote to scandal recently circulated about Mount Vernon. One of Mount Vernon's most generous friends refuses to aid because of these \"evil reports.\" ER-6. p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete fragments. Large portions cut away. Discusses the room she furnished for Pennsylvania. Thanks Mrs. Comegys for her support of her as Regent. Wishes she could make it to Council. ER-17, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Purchase of two mules for Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks for the name of a cabinet repair man for the bureau once owned by Washington, a gift through Hasbrouck family. Sends copy of Appeal sent to Masonic Lodges in New Jersey with comments.  Suggestion from North Carolina for a national fair as a benefit held in Washington and Philadelphia Centennial.  Hopes to have Mount Vernon in good repair for Centennial. ER-8, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Cannot comment on the business with ex Governor Wells until she knows of the Regent's wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Difficulties getting the cow from Mr. Hungerford. The cow valued at $300. Has received $610 from New Jersey Masons. ER-6, p. 40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Article in \"Harper's Weekly\" not written by her. She wrote appeal for William Cullen Bryant's paper. Agrees this is not time to appeal to Congress. Must concentrate on Masons and wealthy individuals this year. No appeal to new York Masons this year. Success in New Jersey. Attributes to Regent's father the idea of necessity of endowment fund. His generous gift was the beginning of it. Hopes to have work on colonnades done soon. Mrs. Eve says south porch was built by Bushrod Washington and advocates removal. ER-6, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Regarding the boat contract, other boats landing at the wharf, and the entrance fee which is a privilege of the Association. ER-20, p. 13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Has been busy raising funds for colonnades. Will cost far more than builder's estimate because they are so badly decayed.  Has paid $757 and still $157.22 due.  Wishes to pay bill before the end of 1875.  Matter of Peale portrait of Washington almost settled.  ER-6, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Raising money for the endowment fund.  Masonic Order endorses appeal. ER-6, p. 52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Regarding the mismanagement of Mount Vernon by Miss Cunningham and the MVLA. Although better now that Miss Cunningham has left, there are still problems. Discusses boats docking at wharf. There needs to be a reformation among the Association.  ER-7, p. 11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Advocates YMCA selling Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" for restoration fund.  Publicity in New York Press.  Mr. Corcoran told Miss Cunningham to have Summer House built at his expense, not carried out. Plans to restore both porch and Summer House, build new fences, planting Osage orange fence.  Estimate for two porters' lodges is $480.  Mr. Corcoran prefers Mr. Rossitor's drawing to Mr. Lossing's. ER-7, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Fences and osage orange hedges for Mount Vernon. Evergreen trees to hide barn yard. Selling \"Home of Washington\" in Richmond to legislators. Sends interest from New Jersey Masonic fund to help get him through the winter. Her report for paper garbled badly. Washington's sideboard restored by Mrs. Lee.  Mr. Corcoran had promised Miss Cunningham to restore the Summer House. Mr. Howland to take Association to court in Richmond. Hollingsworth must go into \"Big Box\" and find accounts, receipts, etc. for building the wharf to prove it was built with Association funds and therefore an investment for revenue. Article by Lossing in December \"American Historical Record\" may help them in the court fight. Get order to open the Box from the Regent, but don't mention that she has discussed matter with him. ER-6, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Read his letter to Mrs. Halsted to a Milwaukee friend who wishes to give money for the gate. But wishes \"a substantial one in original style.\" Will build lodges at $480.  Wants things in good condition for Centennial. ER-18, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Still working with Wisconsin Masons.  Refers to unfavorable criticism of MVLA.  Saw Hollingsworth's letter recommending building lodges, gate and fences.  Asks if Mrs. Hudson can take care of fences.  Cost estimate $200.  Hollingsworth's estimate are: Lodges $480, gate $26. ER-18, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Mrs. Halsted suggests that Mrs. Mitchell attempt some improvements at Mount Vernon.  Because she insisted on having accounts strictly kept, she withdrew from management.  Vice Regents refused to accept her resignation.  Explains her efforts re lodges and gates.  Asks for something that will show and will appeal to children. ER-18, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. She will take care of financing gates and gate houses repair.  Mrs. Halsted to take care of fences and barn.  Children are footing this bill. Wants whatever is done, therefore, in the public eye.  Mausoleum for Washington.  ER-18, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Interest due on Masonic funds. One hundred dollars in bank for fences needed. ER-6, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Minutes and Report of Council for 1874 were corrected in several places by Mrs. Berghmans in writing. Grand Master of her state Masons refuses to make appeal to them now because he's recently made appeal for similar object. Get Mr. Corcoran's opinion on rebuilding colonnades.  South porch, estimate for re-roofing barn, and restoring balustrade. Mrs. Mitchell to restore two lodges and gate. Fence dividing Association property from Washington estate to be hidden by hedge. Replanting rare evergreens given by Mr. Corcoran. Promised law suit.  ER-6, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Will come to Mount. Vernon to give advice on matters mentioned when health and travel are improved. ER-6, p. 90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains. Advises restoring Mansion to original condition in form and materials, balustrade of wood, porch, refers to his sketch.  Sees no need for restoring outbuildings.  Comments on barns, fences, tomb, planting trees.  His first visit to Mount Vernon was in 1844 when John A. Washington's mother owned it.  Took notes on Morse's portrait of Mary Ball, he gave a complete history of the portrait, will try to get permission to have it copied, did not know Mrs. Morse had deposited it in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  ER-8, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Feels the Centennial is an ideal time to solicit funds for repair and endowment for Mount Vernon. Feels it unfair all proceeds of Lady Washington tea parties are going to local charities or Independence Hall. ER-6, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Will copy letter from Lossing to her verbatim, regarding restorations. Balustrade on piazza necessary for finished look of mansion. Also porch or \"verandah\" off the library. Asks him to get estimate for porch. \"Barn-door entrance\" to cellar must be changed. ER-6, p. 76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Received minutes of Council June 2, 1874.  Hollingsworth is to keep a book for each state, questions how records of early transactions have been kept.  Comments on money given in various states.  Has little sympathy for Martha Washington tea parties in general.  Wants a table for the Bastille model.  Expense of appeals a question. ER-17, p. 208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains, New York. Has heard from Mrs. Morse's brother-in-law who thinks she will not mind having her painting of Mary Washington copies per the MVLA's request. But Mrs. Morse is in Europe and Lossing feels it is better to await her return and explain to her directly. ER-7, p. 286\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Estate has been doing well. Nice weather coming and all looks good for the time being. ER-5, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Richmond. Regarding General Fitzhugh Lee defense of the MVLA. Colonel Daniels and others present petition of 1500 names to abrogate contract with steamer \"Arrow,\" which passed House of Delegates but is stopped by Senate Federal Relations Committee.  Debate may follow. ER-7, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  Senate Chamber, Richmond. Report of Federal Relations Committee adopted and bill re the MVLA's contract with steamship company defeated. ER-7, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Agrees with Mrs. Comegys re bedrooms and furnishings.  Wrote Miss Cunningham last December, sent her several credential cards for Vice Regents whom she had appointed. Asked her to sign them so Vice Regents could have them.  Have had no word back from her.  Urges Mrs. Comegys who has missed last two Councils to be present this year.  Has fought vigorously against bill introduced into Virginia legislature to force MVLA to revoke contract with steamboat \"Arrow\" and throw wharf open. Passed House but hopes to kill it in Senate. ER-17, p. 198\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Difficult collecting money promised. Osage-orange hedges from Mansion toTomb and to hide dividing line fences. Glass case for Bastille model. ER-6, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Gives an amethyst ring and three dollars for two of Lossing's books and fourteen dollars. Wishes it might be more. ER-7, p. 46\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Disappointed in $2000 offering promised her. Mending fences. Has enough to restore portico over entrance door of Alexandria front. Mrs. Mitchell to build the two lodges and gateway. Estimate on barn. ER-6, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Reports thanking Gilbert Meem for aid in defeating Virginia bill for free wharf at Mount Vernon. Encloses article by Fitzhugh Lee. Received plan for Mount Vernon fence. Benefit teas planned in New York and Maryland. Asks support in idea of each committee taking a department.  Four hundred dollars needed for veranda, porch, and balustrade on river front. ER-7, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Thanks him for help with portrait of Mary Ball.  Artist Mr. Hagney will make copy for one hundred dollars.  Restoration planned for south porch and balustrade. Will furnish all the osage orange Hollingsworth demands.  Bill before Virginia legislature re free wharf was defeated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains, New York. Glad land bill for wharf was defeated.  Her positive attitude concerning contributions is the secret to success in life. Does not agree with the idea of adding a view of Mount Vernon to the portrait of Mary Washington as it will take away from the main subject and also she did not live at Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 286\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Milwaukee children raised funds for lodges and gate. Will send a book of names of donors.  Milwaukee college girls paid for coat of arms. Understands rooms on third floor have not been assigned for Council.  Will furnish the Mary Washington room at her own expense. ER-18, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Jacksonville.Cannot sell Lossing's book.  Encloses four dollars for personal copy.  Did not know it was forbidden for Vice Regents to do \"anything at Mount Vernon that had been considered necessary\" unless given an appointment by a committee to do so. Will not serve on any more committees and will write to Mrs. Berghmans. Still wants Milwaukee children to fund gates and lodges project. ER-18, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy or draft. Gives reasons for opposition to voting by proxy.  Gives Hollingsworth's estimates for rebuilding porters' lodges and gate.  Hollingsworth's great desire to push restoration. ER-7, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Halsted's uneasiness over exposure to a \"dreadful disease.\" ER-5, p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Took great pains to record Michigan donors' names and contributions and copies were sent to the editor of the Mount Vernon Record. She has kept her receipts carefully.  Wants to collect $1000 for endowment. ER-17, p. 208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside. Opposes continuance of restoration until whole of it can be done.  Calls reappointment of George W. Riggs a master stroke.  Regrets strife at Mount Vernon.  Plans to stimulate interest in estate for Centennial year.  Seeks a \"renovation\" committee.  Lady Washington tea parties for 22nd all over U.S.  Gives up hope of gift from A.T. Stewart. ER-7, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and two copies or drafts. Newark. Misunderstanding re which fences are to be mended first, planting hedges and raising of funds for these.  YMCA has sold only 4 copies of Lossing' book.  Urges him to give Mrs. Mitchell, data for restoration of gate and lodges. She will raise funds for it.  Sends glass case, books, orchard grass seed.  Maple trees to hide barn to be planted promptly.   ER-6, p. 69 and ER-7, p. 51, and ER-6, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Distressed that any group of men can deliberately cause so much trouble to their cause. Owners of new steamer put decayed fish on wharf. Donation of a finger ring to be sold for the Association. Glass case for Bastille has been shipped. Explains how it is to be set up. ER-6, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Orders 1000 osage-orange plants for hedging.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reidsville, North Carolina. Asks for a bouquet from Mount Vernon's garden or wreath of boxwood for Centennial celebration at Charlotte, North Carolina. Wants to revive interest in Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Check for money Mr. Riggs has collected. Still more due on Georgia Railroad stock. Any annoyance from new boat? ER-5, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Stock of oranges being sought for Mount Vernon sold out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Encloses check for $100 for himself and Mr. Haines. ER-6, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Encloses check for $100 for himself and Mr. Haines. ER-6, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Clarendon Hotel. Received official call to Grand Council, June 2.  Re Council action on death of former Regent, Ann Pamela Cunningham, who chose Mrs. Berghmans for her successor.  Governor Kemper and General Meens wish to inspect farm, urges careful plans be arranged for it. ER-14, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Advises Mrs. Comegys to wait about furnishing her room until after Council.  Told Mrs. Barnes your offer to her to occupy this room.  Ten Vice Regents have replied they will attend Council.  Refers to Miss Cunningham's death. ER-17, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Final appeal for endowment fund and repair of balustrade and two porticos. ER-6, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Has sent by \"Arrow\" a carpet and some old chairs. Bought full set of furniture for Delaware room but Regent advises waiting until after Council when it is to be decided whether to furnish bedrooms as best they can or to wait in hope of fitting house with appropriate furniture. Depressed over Miss Cunningham's death, feels like retiring.  Chairs she sends are 100 years old and came from England. ER-5, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Comments on loss of claim in legislature.  Sent proxy to Mrs. Comegys. ER-17, p. 208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostat. The Regent is requesting that the Advisory Committee be present when the Governor of Virginia comes to visit Mount Vernon on June 2. RM-86, PS-2234\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Expecting twelve of the Ladies for their meeting. Discusses accommodations for all of them and appropriate furnishings. ER-5, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of payment for carpenter work on the barn and well house, 18 days work, $37.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Comegys coming to Mount Vernon on June 1 or 2 to examine papers confided to them by Council of MVLA.  She wishes to see Hollingsworth on June 1st. ER-5, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Did not receive his letter with plan for gate and lodges.  Will see him in Washington at the end of the month.  One woman has given $100 and she hopes to have more gifts for the gate and 2 lodges, so have plans ready. Wants these completed before Centennial. ER-18, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Will not retire until Michigan has raised $1000 for endowment fund.  Has a \"perfect file of all\" the first Regent's letters. Suggests burning them.  Indebted to Mrs. Halsted for keeping her informed on Mount Vernon affairs. ER-17,. p. 208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Objects to having any history of the Association written until Mount Vernon is in perfect order and well kept. Objects to having glass case in the parlor or centennial display. Sends names of subscribers to colonnades. ER-6, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newburgh, New York. Greatly enjoyed his recent visit to Mount Vernon. Asks Hollingsworth to sign his name in the visitor register for the day he visited as he forgot to sign it. ER-5, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Unable to attend Council.  Did visit Mount Vernon and found things \"going on fine.\"  Hopes porch, fences, roofing and lodges will be ready for centennial.  Mrs. Halsted's proxy came too late for Mrs. Mitchell to use. ER-18, p. 266\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Met Mrs. Halsted and Mrs. Mitchell in New York and  gave them details of Council.  Told Mrs. Mitchell to take third story room she occupied to furnish for her bedroom.  Mrs. Mitchell wants plan for lodges and gates.  Comments on Mrs. Eve's conduct re interring Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon and article in Washington Tribune. Asks him to find out who furnished the information.  Mrs. Eve's unfavorable comparison of work of gardener Craig and Mr. Hollingsworth.  Urges careful use of kerosene. ER-18, p. 54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. Could he please pay man who brought her trunks to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Surprised at objections raised re Miss Cunningham's portrait as it was \"universally esteemed by her friends here as a successfult picture.\" Offer to make changes that could make the painting more acceptable to the present Vice Regents, but no new color will \"amalgamate\" with the paint already four years old.  Points objected to are those Miss Cunningham gave closest attention to: hair, arrangement of lace, etc.  Reminds her of the artist's difficulties when subject's and employer's tastes run contrary to artist's. ER-17, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Wishes her, as secretary of Council, to make corrections in yearly report. ER-6, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Candlestand bought from John A. Washington presented to MVLA by Major Noland. W-196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Send him report of Council to review duties assigned to him.  The \"World\" gives an account of desecration of Mount Vernon on Sunday. Thinks Howland and his opposition boat responsible. ER-18, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wants Mrs. Washington's report and resolution along with Mrs. Sweat's Yorktown paragraph. She could then place her report in printer's hands.  After printed matter is ready, must write out elaborate account for Record Book.  Asks advice on reporting letter read to Council from Mrs. Halsted on which no action was taken. ER-18, p. 126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portion of letter cut into pieces. Torrisdale. MVLA financial condition not satisfactory until funds are on hand for necessary repairs and restoration.  Barn to be rebuilt.  Loss of boat fees while river was frozen.  Endowment fund needed.  Association out of debt and public is cordial. Thinks next year will be more profitable.  Wishes Miss Cunningham had lived to see improvements. ER-17, p. 203\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Efforts to obtain money for barn repair. Outrageous conduct and damage by Sunday visitors. Possiblity of legal proceedings against culprits.  ER-5, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Regrets she wasn't at Council. Would have insisted on having glass case removed from East Parlor and osage-orange hedges planted. Wants revised estimate of south porch because of fall in price of materials and labor. Urges estimate of balcony over west door and balustrade on river front. Vandalism of 100 persons landed by another boat. ER-6, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Trouble from Sunday excursionists. Forbids future Sunday visitors. Grocery expenditures large. Means of transporting large articles such as furniture to Mount Vernon. Had impression 35 cents, not 25 cents, to be paid them for each boat passenger. ER-5, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. How to list names of subscribers to colonnades. Certificates of membership of Association. Trespassers who vandalized should be prosecuted. Any word from late Regent's estate?  Criticism of \"our southern sisters.\" ER-6, p. 102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Reverend Read. Re inability to sell Lossing's book.  Governor and others report favorably on Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Stratford. Asks him to send the \"Report\" to Mrs. Halsted.  Also to inform her of problems with Sunday excursions to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Asks again for plans for lodges and gates, will try \"to raise money for all,\" and also furnish a bedroom. Her architect friend Mr. Mix will draw plans for furniture.  Mount Vernon should be thoroughly guarded from vandalism and offenders prosecuted.  Masons working hard. ER-18, p. 236\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Regrets Mrs. Halsted's illness and absence from last Council.  Miss Patterson did declare her purpose to raise money for restoration of \"portico.\" Suggests using Mrs. Fitch's $50 toward restoration of barn. Each Vice Regent  asked to raise $50.  Chandelier for Council Room acceptable. ER-7, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Regrets Mrs. Halsted's illness and absence from last Council.  Miss Patterson did declare her purpose to raise money for restoration of \"portico.\" Suggests using Mrs. Fitch's $50 toward restoration of barn. Each Vice Regent  asked to raise $50.  Chandelier for Council Room acceptable. ER-5, p., 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Lebanon, New York. Forwards her Report from the Superintendent. Mrs. Urquhart, Vice Regent of Louisiana,  says she can do nothing for Mount Vernon because New Orleans and Louisiana are so poor. Wishes to resign, but she recommends wife of Congressman to succeed her.  Donation of old chair from Shakers. Mrs. Halsted descended from first white child born in Connecticut.  ER-6, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. L. S. Milwaukee. Plans to build gates and lodges and furnish one room. Wants more fans made with Martha Washington's portrait on them to sell during Centennial time. Suggests sales of \"pretty little silver hatchets\". ER-18, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Lebanon Springs, New York. Designs and estimates for gate and lodges have arrived.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Returns drawings and bids lodges and gate.  Asks if there is a single gate needed as a lady wants to give one in her children's name. Might be iron, cost not limited.  Notes gates connected with lodges must be wood.  Asks about bedrooms assigned her and gives plan for furnishing coat of arms of Wisconsin being made of carved wood. ER-18, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. She has been so busy, would resign except she does not think anyone else should come into the Board until errors and mistakes of past years are covered over. Defends Miss Cunningham now that she is out of her chair at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Expenditures for tinners, lumber and architect for barn. Repayment of endowment fund and barn fund. ER-5, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Logansport, IN. Apologies for not having written. Will raise $500 or more if possible.  Is opposed to erecting a monument to Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon but feels right to have some type of memorial made for her. Doubts that Miss Cunningham was using Mount Vernon funds for herself. Certainly not in the early years of the MVLA.  Certain that Devereux forged the bad checks that looked so much like Miss Cunningham's signature.  She was not to blame for his swindles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Lebanon Springs, New York. Requests him to donate a coat of arms for New York state for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, p. 106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Re bill for the architect of barn. ER-5, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Anxious to get Mansion and immediate surroundings in good shape. Osage-orange plants available. A chandelier for Council chamber. Can anything be done on south porch this autumn? Engraving from Mr. Gorston, \"Washington receiving a salute at Trenton.\" ER-6, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Hears Bridgeport ladies wish to raise money to furnish Connecticut Room.  Discusses which room it shall be.  Asks him to take label \"Conn\" off attic room door. She is to furnish Council room plainly.  Sarah to use chicken feathers for pillows. Miss Cunningham's bedroom to be papered or whitewashed. ER-18, p. 50\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends $52 for building gate and later will send names of children contributors.  Will send coat of arms with names of contributors.  Hopes to send $500 to start lodges. ER-18, p. 246\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received money from Mrs. Farnsworth for Mount Vernon endowment fund and for repairs of Barn,  check for $50, which sum he placed into her \"account as Regent.\" ER-5, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Money for portico and barn. Chandelier for Council room. Get estimate for little portico on Alexandria front. Cleaning furnace at Mount Vernon, cooking, and range. Mr. Barlow to repair painting in East Parlor free. ER-6, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Expenditures for repair of barn, and photographs of it. Suggests more prominence to Lossing's book which is for sale there. ER-5, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks loan of state coat of arms for Mount Vernon so it may be copied and painted on canvas. ER-6, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Chandelier for Council room donated by Mrs. Thomas B. Peddie of Newark. Dahlias for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Sends copy of Washington coat of arms. Chandelier has shipped.  ER-6, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re wallpaper she is sending. Asks him to have a good competent man do papering, hang chandelier in center of Council room.  Has sent Connecticut's share to Mr. Riggs for Barn. Will send $400 or $500 for endowment fund, has Committee working fund for furnishing Connecticut room. Vice Regent Mrs. Halsted will care for Mrs. Hudson's Mount Vernon work during her absence in Europe.  Striped chintz paper and border for walls, white figured paper for ceiling.  Council room to be painted white or light grey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Parlor, inventories for furnishings, \"Earl of Chatham\" ink painting donated. ER-6, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Mrs. Halsted sends chandelier for Council room. Will send down some old-fashioned furniture for Pennsylvania room.  ER-5, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Anxious over arrival of chandelier. Miss Floride Cunningham and her sister Lizzie to go to Mount Vernon for a few days to go through Miss Cunningham's correspondence. All pertaining to Association to stay at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Representation of Mount Vernon at the Centennial Exposition. Appeal to Philadelphia Board of Brokers for contribution for endowment fund. Gift of old furniture and an Association seal for Mount Vernon. ER-5,  p. 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bridgeport. Hoyt's Printing House letterhead. Bridgeport ladies ask for exact measurements and plan of Connecticut room, they wish to furnish in same style as it was furnished in time of Washington's death.  Want to use a wood carpet and facsimile of Washington furniture which they understand Miss Hamilton possesses.  Encloses a paper indicating misunderstanding as to which is Connecticut room. ER-18, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Connecticut to furnish West Parlor. Waiting on contracts for balustrades and porticos. ER-6, p. 86\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Chandelier is hung.  More instructions re colonnades. Lossing said a length of balustrade had been preserved to serve as pattern, will write him for information re \"that pretty little porch over the west front door.\"  Consult illustration in \"Home of Washington.\" Put yellow pine floor down with white lead.  Improve road, will send dahlia roots. ER-7, p. 66\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Plan for festival on February 22 for endowment fund.  Mrs. Eve spent several weeks with her. ER-17, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Appeals to her for funds to renovate Mansion before the Centennial. ER-6, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Lossing has no definite measurement for summer house or porch. Must go by correct proportions to doors and windows. Work on barns not so important as work on Mansion. ER-7, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Auburn, New York. Wishes to purchase Washington family bible for MVLA.  Wishes to have it authenticated and some knowledge of its history.  Prepared to pay approximately $50 for the bible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Requests that he preserve letters of her aunt sent him to be handed over to ladies selected by Miss Cunningham for control of them. ER-11, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Amount of $81.75 credited to account. ER-5, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Difficulty collecting $600 needed to repay Mr. Riggs for his advance of $1000 toward restoration of the barn. However, she has collected some antique furniture for Mansion. State coat of arms over each door.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Lawyer says Miss Cunningham's appointment of them to take charge of her papers cannot be passed on to someone else.  Useless to confer with anyone else on subject. ER-17, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Has found architect, Mr. Taylor, who will make plan for rebuilding the porch and portico. Dissatisfied with colonnade pillars. Wishes 2 pieces of old pillars for flower stands at Washington's Headquarters at Morristown. Sends old chair owned by General Elias Dayton. ER-6, p. 58\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Galveston, TX. Office of Hobby and Post, Cotton Factors and Commission Merchants. Members of Washington family wish to exhibit personal Washington relics at the Centennial.  Hope to charge a small admission fee.  Asks if this will be possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and typescript partial transcription. Nordington. Is to send table to Mount Vernon for the Council room.  Will be in Washington early in New Year.  Expects to see him.  Is to bring with her the handle of Washington's coffin. ER-14, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Write to Hollingsworth to see if architect, Mr. Taylor, can be made comfortable at Mount Vernon. New Vice Regent for Kansas. ER-7, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hopes \"annoyance\" of neighbors has stopped. Sends copies of Lossing's book and some Bibles and hymn books for Negroes. Sends grass seed. Was disappointed in not getting large donation promised her. Procuring table for Bastille model. ER-6, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete. Sent $1000 to Mr. Riggs for fences, also $53 from Vice Regent of Indiana.  Is holding surplus funds until certain all bills are paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Mount Vernon and the Centennial. Preparations for Centennial rushing toward completion.  Restoration also progresses at Mount Vernon where the colonnades were restored at cost of $939.61. City contributed $443. Balustrade on river front, barn stables and carriage house must have new roof. Rebuild hedges at gate. Surround estate with fence and bridge. All highly costly.  Vice Regents must sell Lossing's book. Publisher to sell at 50% off to Mount Vernon.  New Jersey to restore lodges, furnish fence and buildings.  If Vice Regents want Lossing book, tell Mrs. Halsted.  It will be shipped at once.  Newark clergy offers $1000 to restore verandah.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Remembers Miss Cunningham in early days of Association. Accepts responsibility of Miss Cunningham's appointment of her to receive her papers. ER-5, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Relates Miss Cunningham's death on the 1st of May in S.C.  Wishes simple marker and two biblical passages on it.  Leaves her Mount Vernon papers and momentos to MVLA. ER-17, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. After her aunt's death her uncle was empowered to take care of all papers including those Mary McMakin had, until turned over to three ladies named by her aunt to receive them.  Ann Pamela Cunningham wanted to leave them with Floride who had no room for the trunks, so Miss McMakin offered to keep them in her home. ER-17, p. 216\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Thanks her for the copy of the Centennial newspaper which will give her the information she has been seeking. Will forward one dollar to subscribe for the year and hopes it will help with their cause. ER-7, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Drawings of Mansion completed. South end portico drawings begun. Chair owned by Elias Dayton presented. ER-6, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Washington, D.C. Concerns a letter of George Washington's to Fielding Lewis.  The letter is to be sold and Mr. Childs may see it at Mr. Leavitt's office.   R-217, TYP-899\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Introduces Mr. Taylor who proposes furnishing MVLA with drawings and elevation of Mansion. ER-7, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks him for the favor of providing free passage on the railroad for Mr. Taylor to Mount Vernon. He will be providing them with much needed drawings of the Mansion. ER-6, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth, New Jersey. Offers to send a chair used by Lord Bolingbroke, but cannot furnish papers of authenticity. ER-7, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has received $98.12. ER-5, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for brick work on Porter's Lodge.  ER-11, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for assistance to Mr. Craig for brick work on porter's lodges. ER-11, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Moth problem at Mount Vernon is common in houses not lived in. She uses terpentine to repel them. Will furnish Delaware room, but impossible to get 100 year old furniture as desired. Any papers of Miss Cunningham's to be retained there. ER-5, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for carpentry work done on porter's lodges. ER-11, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Tries to sell Lossings, cheap and expensive editions. Refers to gate, lodges, Wisconsin coat of arms, and furnishing a room. ER-18, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Mr. Taylor is making drawings of Mansion, will soon forward those of south end portico elevation with check.  Thinks a box of tin from colonnades (donated) must be at Mount Vernon.  Urges him to make funds available go as far as possible as collecting money is difficult.  Planning more entertainments. ER-7, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for brick work on Porter's Lodge.  ER-11, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re history of Bolingbroke chair and an India ink painting of the Earl of Chatham. Copy written on a printed financial statement summary for Home Insurance Company of New York and advertisement for a Centennial calendar. ER-7, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Saw Van Campen Taylor on his return from Mount Vernon. He is making his draft of the Mansion, will return to complete details.  Will have elevation of portico ready today, found 1/2 of a pillar still standing against Mansion which is a perfect guide to restoration.  Portico must be a facsimile.  Encloses $300. ER-7, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten recollections of the 1864 meeting by an unknown individual.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Sends drawings for reconstruction of south porch of Mansion.  Copy of half column now attached to buiilding which should be copied exactly, made of seasoned pine, base and cap turned separately out of heavy plank.  Drawing is correct, engraving and photographs examined. ER-7, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regarding a Washington bust given to him by Mr. Mills. Wishes Mills to write letter relating information John Augustine Washington had on the casting of the bust. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Bates' offer of Mrs. Otis portrait better be put before Council.  She is pleased with gift of Bolingbroke chair.  The Vice Regents efforts to celebrate Washington's birthday.  Interest on endowment fund to be sent to Hollingsworth. ER-7, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Sends interest on endowment fund.  Van Camp Taylor's architectural drawings for south end porch also sent. ER-7, p. 74-75. Copy of letter also in folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks him to speak in Jersey City for Washington's birthday for endowment fund.  Rival boat to Mount Vernon has cut boat fares, reducing Mount Vernon's revenue by half.  Masonic Order in New Jersey has contributed \"nobly.\"  Also planning celebrations in Elizabeth, Newark, Morristown and New York. ER-7, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Gave some lectures for Mount Vernon years ago and offers to give more in his Congressional District for the Centennial. ER-7, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Elizabeth. Deplores modern days and quest for money. Discusses the Bolingbroke chair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. The committee working on the centennial banner suggests they may send some money to Mount Vernon and she asks for a project. Roof, porch or whatever is needed that will give them a definite aim to work for. ER-7, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill with receipt of payment for materials and restoration of the balustrade at cost of $54.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Southampton, England. Offers old engraving of portrait of Admiral Vernon. M-1003. Letter adhered to cloth backing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Attempted to reorganize some of the interior counties that had helped with purchase fund, but interest was gone.  Has only collected $300 for endowment fund.  Refers to the great amount of work she has done for Mount Vernon cause and yet it is not completed.  Asks for information re amount needed for endowment fund. ER-17, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Asks for money for endowment for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Sends interest from New Jersey endowment fund. ER-6, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Howard Townsend of Albany, New York gives funds and directions for immediate restoration of balustrade.  Reminds him of promise to send the old pillar of the portico to Washington's Headquarters in New Jersey. ER-7, p. 76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charleston. Was unable to assume full duties of a Vice Regent, but Miss Cunningham did not want her to resign.  She is now able to carry on the work and expects to attend next Council. ER-4, p. 276\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipted bill for carpentry work on the gate and fence, $41.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jersey City. Possible cooperation with Masonic fraternity in proposed oration on \"Life and Character of Washington.\" ER-6, p. 118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of a secretary. Re gift of $50 toward barn restoration from Mrs. Ward of Kansas. ER-7, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re bust of Washington. Is to have it reproduced for sale to the general public. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Coat of arms for Delaware room. She will furnish the room. ER-5, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bridgeport, CT. Written on Mayor's Office of Bridgeport letterhead. Addressed to \"the keeper of Washington's home.\" He visited Mount Vernon many years ago and purchased one of the live eagles on the estate which still lives.  When visiting again in 1852 he does not remember any more eagles being around the estate. Inquires if there are currently any eagles at Mount Vernon and would like to exchange his for one or two younger birds. ER-5, p. 102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Trying to solicit for endowment fund for Mount Vernon. Present income insufficient and precarious. Rival steamer owned by farmers near Mount Vernon taking visitors for half fare. Plans for lectures and entertainments on Washington's birthdays to benefit endowment. ER-6, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has sent letter to New York Mount Vernon Aid Society.  Suggests small donations be kept for repairs, larger sums for endowment fund. Riggs advanced money for barn roof.  New York Centennial Committee contributes to restoration of balustrade.  Portico and porch repairs about completed. ER-7, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Miss Harper wishes wallpaper and oilcloth removed from Maryland room. She did not want these and won't be responsible for cost incurred. ER-5, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Wishes MacDonald to return the Washington bust to him with a sworn statement that it is the proper bust. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Asks how other rooms at Mount Vernon are furnished and whether walls are papered or painted. Two chairs nearly fill the room. ER-5, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Still wants to give lectures in his congressional district to help the fund. He did this before many years ago. ER-6, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Albany. Requests information about Association. She is one of a group of Albany ladies interested in aiding their work.  ER-6, p. 120\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Sorry she has been misaddressing his letters to Alexandria. Grateful for his papering her room, although Regent prefers \"whiting.\" Will reimburse him for expenses. Room is so small it holds nothing. What type of material is the curtain? ER-5, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Will write soon re revival of interest in Mount Vernon in many parts of the country.  Ohio sent $2000, proceeds from Ball for endowment fund, expects $800 from Richmond Ball. ER-17, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Intends to lecture during next two months for benefit of Mount Vernon fund, deducting expenses incurred before remitting proceeds. Desires information regarding Miss Cunningham, financial condition of the estate, etc. ER-6, p. 122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Since walls in Delaware room are nicely papered, woodwork must be painted too. ER-5, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wishes to help with Martha Washington tea party. Has an antique picture which she will exhibit on behalf of Mount Vernon. Will write concerning origin of picture, and it may belong at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mr. Hoffman's lectures should be given under New York State Committee auspices. ER-7, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Corrects mistakes in article about Mount Vernon of the 29th.  Urges February 22 be dedicated in all states to raising fund for Mount Vernon restoration.  Cincinnati raised $2160.  Van Campen Taylor, architect from Newark, volunteered service, went to Mount Vernon in January for one week, made drawings of porticos, balustrades, etc., also plans and elevations of Mansion. ER-7, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Wants proceeds from his proposed lectures to go to Mount Vernon but seems to be some hesitation or misunderstanding on Mrs. Townsend's part. ER-6, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Urges him to cooperate with State Committee.  Hopes for widespread celebrations now that February 22 is a legal holiday.  States current indebtedness. ER-7, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Washington, D.C. Notice to attend Grand Council. ER-5, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Has had antique style furniture made for Delaware room. ER-5, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. She has been seriously ill and neglected correspondence.  Urges  Hollingsworth to have Mansion \"thoroughly cleaned\" of moths.  Will attend to getting Maryland coat of arms.  Bill for endowment passed Maryland Senate but failed in House. ER-17, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Occasionally has a celebration on February 22.  Plans to make a full report to the Regent and resign.  Cannot attend next Council. ER-17, p. 214\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Executive Mansion, Annapolis, Maryland. Too late to remedy the mistake re papering the Maryland room.  Wants walls washed with a cream color, mantle piece and woodwork painted gray.  Will bring pieces of carpet and curtains. Bedstead presented by a friend of Mrs. Egerton will replace one belonging to Georgia room. New mattress a gift. ER-13, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Private secretary to Mrs. Berghmans (Laughton). Congratulates her on success of her \"entertainment.\" Madam Berghmans currently preparing for Council. ER-7, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Annapolis. Invites Mrs. Comegys to her home, needs her experience and judgment re Mount Vernon.  ER-17, p. 224\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Asks Superintendent to change paper in Maryland Room if she does not like it.  Approves Mrs. Comegys's action Miss Cunningham's papers, does not wish to open correspondence with Floride Cunningham.  Always glad of any action that indicates respect and regard for first Regent.  Mrs. Barry and Mrs. Chace will not be at Council.  Have heard from 12 including Mrs. Walker who will attend. ER-17, p. 226\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re State Committees. Doubts advisability of allowing permanent committees. ER-5, p. 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Treasurer, Mrs. Parker has sent Madam Berghmans $1000. Vases, Earl of Chatham's picture and Bolingbroke chair have been shipped. Will take with her the plans and elevations of the Mansion. ER-6, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Paper must come off the walls in Delaware room, it is only one upstairs papered. ER-5, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Newark to Mount Vernon. Sends the drawings and instructions for rebuilding the south porch of the Mansion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Not able to attend Council.  Asks if History of Mount Vernon presented for Council is to be published. If records of each state are preserved in archives, Mrs. Farnsworth has nothing but receipts for money collected which she will send with her resignation. Thinks more can be raised for endowment, and that resources of her \"adopted state\" have been only partially developed. ER-17, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Statement of MVLA account.  Can also collect $31.50 in interest due on MVLA stocks.  Also he holds $5550 in US Treasury stocks, $500 in bonds of Portland and Rochester Co. and 18 shares of Virginia and Georgia bank stocks. ER-22, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Has not heard from her in a long time. She tried to cover the New York portion of Mount Vernon work for her but feels she has not done enough. Updates her on latest Mount Vernon news. ER-6, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Carpet and bedstead for Pennsylvania room. ER-5, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. She and others on Committee stayed after Council to check accounts and were \"insulted\" by Mr. Hollingsworth. Mrs. Laughton's secretary overheard them talking of incident. ER-5, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Authenticates the Powel carriage as that which Mr. John Hare Powel told her belonged formerly to General George Washington. H-737\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pleased to get \"beautiful commendations\" from the Capital.  Re adjustments of funds given, finds only two gifts, $10 and $5, received from Regent, though she reported more forthcoming. ER-7, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. Re purchase of a horse.  Furniture moved in Council room.  Bridgeport ladies will send furniture.  Miss Harper places antique marble table in Banquet Hall, old side-board placed in East Parlor, two pictures were rehung.  Council was too brief and hurried. ER-17, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Accepts Vice Regency of New York. ER-17, p. 228\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Praises his management of entertainment for distinguished guests yesterday. Five dollars to be distributed among servants. Some of her silver and other things left at Mount Vernon. China and glassware to be returned to Mr. Boteler.  Purchase of fans for sale on boat or at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. At Council request, they are at Mount Vernon to attend to papers Miss Cunningham in accordance with her will.  Personal papers returned to niece, other papers placed in Superintendent's care, box of valuables placed with relics.  Mrs. Walker goes to Richmond to get papers left with Mrs. Pellet. ER-11, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Found in his garden Admiral Vernon medal commemorating taking of Porto Bello in 1739. Presents it to Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Superintendent ordered by Council resolution to have copies of two Charters of MVLA printed.  Asks him to send her a \"written copy duly authenticated of both charters.\"  Tells him how to obtain copy from Virginia Secretary of State, fee to be paid by MVLA. ER-18, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Certifies the carriage he sold Mr. Wharton is the same as the Powel carriage and the one identified by Elizabeth Steel. H-737\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. She and Mrs. Hudson occupy room over Superintendent's office.  Describes life at Mount Vernon during Council.  Difficulties with furnace.  Chandelier returned.  Is working on old papers, has found but one of her own letters.  Is appointed as a committee of one to attend to restoration of Peale's painting \"Washington Before Yorktown.\" ER-7, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Refers to old engraving of Admiral Vernon sent from England recently.  Mrs. Washington has not yet sent Minutes.  Refers to debt on barn. GAve $175 to Mr. Riggs.  Kentucky sent $273, used $50 for barn, rest for endowment fund.  Florida's $300 to be treated similarly.  Hopes Tennessee and West Virginia will pay their quotas soon.  Refers to support given her by Mrs. Comegys, Mrs. Eve, and Miss Harper. ER-17, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt of Mr. L. Harrison of Fredericksburg a large bell that used to be the property of Mary Washington. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lexington, Virginia. Washington and Lee University. Has no objection to the Washington bedstead being fixed up as \"you and Mr. Green think best.\" W-194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Cordially received the Masons recent donation of $10. ER-6, p. 146\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Sends $1000 for New Jersey's contribution to endowment fund and $53 for Indiana. ER-7, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Furniture for Mount Vernon ready to ship. Thanks him for privilege of shipping on his line. ER-6, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Appeals for money for endowment to do away with continued appeals to public and the entrance fee. Mrs. Stewart's husband was interested in the endowment before his death. ER-6, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Miss Cunningham requested Congress to make 22nd February a legal holiday. ER-6, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Re bills for books, why she unable to attend Council. Complains about Vice Regents not doing as they agree to do.  Mount Vernon is \"looking spendidly.\"  Furnished room herself, procured furniture 100 yrs old, imitated upholstery of time.  Coat of arms carved, paid for by seminary.  Lodges paid for by children of a friend and public school pennies.  Turned offer of a New York merchant over to Vice Regent  for New York. ER-18, p. 289\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bridgeport. Excursion party visited Mount Vernon in September 1875. Noticed barren condition of Connecticut room.  Bridgeport Mount Vernon Aid Society formed to furnish room.  Gives list of articles, age of each and cash value. Includes cabinet, piano, sofa, tea table, card table, sconce, small rocking chair, large rocking chair, mirror, silk screen, andirons, candlestick, snuffers and tray. ER-18, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Morristown, New Jersey. Great admiration for her zeal in pressing for endowment funds. Offers to go to Washington to help lobby bill through both Houses for funds. Headquarters Association in bad shape. May have to disband. ER-6, p. 128\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Asks about decision to Appeal to Congress for endowment fund, mentions legislators who may be called on for support.  Asks for receipt for $1000 sent for endowment fund. ER-7, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Torn postcard, incomplete. Bridgeport. Furniture sent to Virginia. Gives dimensions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Unable to obtain minutes from Secretary of Council. Ladies must endeavor to influence Congressmen in favor of appropriation for Mount Vernon.  ER-5, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. MacDonald's bust of Washington made from Houdon's cast and Stewart portrait. Burglar alarm installed.  ER-6, p. 180\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re efforts for the endowment fund. ER-6, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re endowment bill for $100,000 to come before U.S. Congress in January. Council has instructed each Vice Regent to work for it through congressmen.  Regrets that Mrs. Ella Bassett Washington has not sent in revised Minutes for published report. ER-7, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Will ask people of Wisconsin to give to endowment fund when she hears from Regent who has not written her.  Knows of last Council proceedings indirectly only.  Approves plan of raising endowment and not accepting aid from Congress.  Regrets there are not committees to work with Regent. ER-18, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipted bill for digging well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Sends memorial done by Baltimore woman. Draws diagram of how it is to be hung in relation to other pictures, including George and Martha Washington and Miss Cunningham. Coat of arms for Georgia and Pennsylvania expected soon. Suggests having white cottage furniture in room until antiques arrive from South Carolina. Returns to Georgia soon via Chesapeake Bay. ER-5, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Circuit court. Receipt for $75 retainer in suit against Howland and others.  ER-5, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. Sent complete copy of minutes to Regent, will make copy for Mrs. Halsted.  Federal aid to be sought.  Captain Frank kept boat running \"constantly\" for Mount Vernon visitors. ER-14, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Wants to visit Mount Vernon the next week if she, husband and friends can go on the boat without charges. Wishes to know with what privileges a Vice Regent of the MVLA is endowed when visiting Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Arthur M. Burton, Attorney at Law. Re estate of J.W. Derickson, deceased. Widow of Mr. Derickson wishes to know when the MVLA will pay debts owed to her late husband and lists payments owed. ER-D-114\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with copies of documents. Philadelphia. Sends copies of drafts and note and Miss Cunningham's letter. Draft for $1000 does not bear name of Devereux. Asks him to let him know results of his investigation.  ER-D-129, ER-D-130\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract of letter regarding late report of minutes due to her son's illness. Also, brief extract reporting the marriage of Mrs. Berghmans to Mr. Laughton. ER-7, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. Sends copy of report of last Council.  Does \"literary work\" in New York in winter to bolster her finances.  No word of board meeting on resolution, or official report to be published.  No legislature hearing for Mount Vernon when Presidential election is so important.  Press reports large profits at Mount Vernon.  Visitors by thousands. ER-14, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Regrets late report. It fails to give sufficient importance to necessity of immediate work on Bill to be presented to U.S. Congress for $100,000 endowment. ER-7, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Council decided to ask January session of Congress for $100,000 endowment to support and keep Mount Vernon in repair.  Seeks his support of this Bill. ER-7, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks him to keep her informed on Mount Vernon bill for $100,000 endowment. Reviews $7000 claim and how money was spent and inability of Vice Regents to raise sufficient funds. ER-7, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted notices re open hours of the estate, fees, restrictions on photography, etc. News clipping re the same on the reverse. ER-7, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jacksonville. Has not heard from him in a long time.  Hopes Council will be last of May or first of June.  Asks for all the box trees he can spare. Will pay at same rate as anyone else. ER-18, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. South Carolina. Reply to letter asking about Miss Cunningham who spent part of summer and fall in 1864 on Sullivan Island, and went to Mrs. Calhoun's in winter, in a very feeble condition.  Relates A.P.C.'s efforts to rehabilitate her S.C. plantation and be free from debt, her struggles for health in the unhealthy place, she had a good physician.  Mrs. Calhoun wrote many letters for her and her husband looked after her business affairs. ER-17, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecord of gifts given to the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport and account of all receipts and expenditures of funds in 1876 by the Vice Regent of New Jersey. ER-7, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on the Connecticut Room in the Mansion. ER-18, p. 52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. New Jersey and New York have funded the restoration of the two colonnades, south end portico, Alexandria front port, balustrade on piazza. Will be completed by opening of the National Centennial.  Mr. Van Campen Taylor of Newark, went to Mount Vernon and made drawings of those items to restore them immediately.  Also drew plans and elevations of Mansion and surroundings that may be rebuilt if destroyed by fire.  Taylor did this gratis. ER-7, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Praises for Mrs. Berghman's Regency.  Captain of the Arrow has failed to perform his part of contract with MVLA.  Boat running in oppostion to MVLA's. Feels business not adequate for service by more than one company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. House of Representatives. Glad they are seeking bill in Congress. Is hopeful for its success. ER-6, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent married Mr. Laughton, December 30, 1876 in Washington.  Gives description of Mr. Laughton.  Much publicity given to the marriage.  Sent Regent Minutes three months ago, but has had no acknowledgement of it.  Thinks it unwise to ask congressional aid now. ER-14, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Senate Chamber. Offers to present petition to Congress for endowment, but bill will probably have to originate in House of Representatives. ER-6, p. 130\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. House of Representatives. Bill for endowment has not been introduced yet. Will do all he can to see it passed. ER-6, p. 132\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Instructions on pursuing the suit against various individuals in the Fairfax Court. ER-5, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thinks it unwise to pursue congressional bill at present. ER-5, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Laughton's recent letter has blasted all hopes of getting endowment bill through this Congress. If he thinks there is a chance of the bill passing now, please write to Mrs. Laughton. Once enthusiasm of centennial is over she sees little hope of getting any money.  ER-6, p. 134\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Asks if Regent mentions report for last year. Sent Minutes last September and as yet not acknowledged.  Saw Judge Thomas who wants Board changed. ER-14, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Agrees with Regent and others that it is not the best time to approach Congress with bill. ER-7, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received her check for $218.95. ER-20, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brooklyn. Table belonging to her husband's grandfather (nephew of George Washington) given to Mount Vernon.  Cover for table promised.  Hopes Judge Thomas will not resign. Good supporter of Mount Vernon.  Asks for her cousin Mr. Lewis' address. Owner of relics. ER-7, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for laying cobblestone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Van Campen Taylor and a young assistant wish to go to Mount Vernon to finish drawings. Asks only that their fare be paid, but collecting funds is difficult. ER-7, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Asks him to write immediately regarding security of Washington's sarcophagus and to ensure that it has never been opened or tampered with.  An end must be put to these \"outrageous newspaper scandals.\" Note in folder also alludes to a letter from Mrs. Hollingsworth to her husband regarding damage to the Tomb. ER-7, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria. Suit against Howland progressing. Injunction granted and violators will be punished. \"The idea that Mount Vernon is the property of the people at large will be speedily dispelled.\" ER-5, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Mr. Green of Alexandria will finish renovating and send to Mount Vernon \"a handsome old…bookcase and writing desk.\"  Shall go to Mount Vernon soon \"perhaps with my big bookcase, a piece belonging to General Custis Lee, to be deposited\" at Mount Vernon. H-151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Asks for facts re statements made in article in New York Evening Post March 20, 1877, about Houdon bust at Mount Vernon. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Believes Committees very important to carry on Mount Vernon work. Duties of an executive committee. At last Council, a committee appointed to examine and report on entire management of the farm. Thinks Mrs. Sweat is proper person to suggest people for different committees. ER-7, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Re Evening Post's article on James Grant Wilson's false statements of plaster case made of Washington's whole person and removal of Houdon bust from Mount Vernon. Also refutes MacDonald's claim to original. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re Houdon bust. ER-6, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Receipt for laying cobblestone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Wrote Hollingsworth re the stealing of Houdon bust.  Pleased with his Evening Post article.  Should have had $100,000 from Congress for endowment in 1876.  Colonnades have been rebuilt. Portico fronting library window, balustrade on river front portico, and two lodges at Alexandria entrance restored.  Several rooms furnished.  Refers to Miss Cunningham's death and burial.  Taylor's detailed drawings of Mansion to be preserved with deed.  Plans to be published in Boston Art and Architectural Journal. ER-6, p. 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Original subscription book kept by his wife, Mary Morris Hamilton Schuyler, was thought to be at Mount Vernon but ended up in a private library and eventually forwarded back to his wife. Should he send it on to her? Mrs. Schuyler is ill but wants to do the right thing with the subscription book. ER-7, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will send a bale of matting to Mount Vernon that may be used on Council room if no carpet there. Also getting chintz for curtains, sofa and mantle, so when furniture from Connecticut room is placed there, will have furnished Council Room.  Vice Regents Sweat, Mitchell, and Hudson will meet privately at Mount Vernon before Council.  Left boat affairs in Regent's hand. ER-18, p. 56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Re his article and false statements on Houdon bust. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Washington, D.C. Official notice to attend Council.  ER-5, p. 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Description of subscription book. Cannot leave his wife at present to bring it to her but she can pick it up if convenient to her. Mrs. Schuyler is very glad she represents New York at the MVLA. ER-7, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Acknowledges Mrs. Comegys's congratulations upon Regent's marriage. ER-17, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sends Mount Vernon book by express today. ER-7, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Vice Regents Mitchell, Sweat and Hudson to arrive for private Council before Grand Council.  Has sent matting, wishes it put down in Council Room. ER-18, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Thanks him for information sent and the invitation to visit Mount Vernon to see improvements. ER-8, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re the invitation to the governor and the committee appointed to visit Mount Vernon on May 22 during Grand Council.  Refusal to defray committee's travelling expenses as many Vice Regents come thousands of miles and pay their own hotel bills. ER-17, p. 238\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gordonsville, Kentucky. Wrote Mrs. Broadwell re purchase of George Washington autograph letter.  Has had no reply.  He and his sisters are old, in need of funds, and he hopes this sale may be made. ER-17, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Matting is sent for Council room. ER-18, p. 58\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re transportation to Mount Vernon.  Order given that all reports are to be in writing.  She wants Connecticut furniture also put in Council room excepting piano. Will bring accessories such as curtains, table covers, etc.  Is collecting money for furnishing parlor handsomely.  Asks him to have her little mirror repaired.  Will bring chintz for sofa, wants cornice for curtains.  Asks for her little bedroom again. ER-18, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Sends matting for Maryland room. Wants furnace running 2 or 3 days before Council and needs a place for her maid. ER-13, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Acknowledges receipt of two reports on the steamer Arrow.  No doubt safety of public will be enhanced by instructions given to Captain by Mr. Dumont. ER-18, p. 90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Original bookcase, mirror and brackets given by George Washington Custis Lee. Candle stand also original and given by Major B.P. Noland. Two square mahogany tables presented. Instructions as to how these relics should be marked. ER-5, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. portion of letter cut away, incomplete. Detroit. Collected $150 which she asks advice on using.  Refers to her resignation and gives new address at New Rochelle, New York. Pencil note: \"Mrs. Farnsworth resigned at next Council.  Resignation not accepted.\" ER-17, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy. Mount Vernon. Relates events at Council.  Virginia committee interviews Captain Hollingshead re boat question, bar, fees, etc.  Statements re payments were false.  Proposition to be submitted by Alexandria ship builder.  J.M. Forbes, attorney and new member, said members do not want their expenses paid.  His daughter finds suit of George Washington's clothes he put in safe keeping during War. Was given to MVLA by Colonel McGregor.   ER-6, p. 135 and copy ER-7, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Reappointment of Superintendent Hollingsworth with duties assigned.  ER-5, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. On behalf of the Grand Council. Asks Vice Regents who have not communicated with the Regent or attended Council to offer resignation to the Board of the MVLA so that the Regent may appoint a new representative from their states.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted statement. Fauquier County, Virginia. Printed statement made at the request of the MVLA re history of the George Washington suit of clothes formerly owned by him, taken during the Civil War and presented to MVLA by W. D. McGregor of Hudson City. ER-17, p. 246 and ER-7, p. 122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Washington, D.C. His proposition to furnish a suitable steamboat, capacity 600 passengers, trip from Mount Vernon to Washington one hour 30 minutes to start running April 1, 1878 and to make 1 or 2 trips daily as business requires.  States percentage he will pay the Association for passenger fares, carrying their members, employees and their freight free of charge. ER-20, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sorry she is offended by the account he sent her for work done on Delaware room. Quotes from her letter requesting work be done. ER-5, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sent him seven copies of Moody and Sanky Hymns set to music.  Begs a Sunday School Mission to send books to his address.  Asks him if bibles are needed for negroes, and states how to obtain them.  Determined to have religious advantages there, a paid preacher for one Sunday a month.  Comments on boat service.  Tells him to write Mrs. Sweat often, sending her monthly reports also.  Mr. John Davis, lawyer, resigned.  Asks what should be done about trees at the Tomb. ER-18, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re Minutes of the recent Council.  ER-6, p. 137 (copy ER-6, p. 136)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. House of Representatives. Supports endowment fund for Mount Vernon so visitors may pay respects to Washington's grave without paying a tax. ER-6, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. in fragments. New Rochelle. Failed to collect very much for endowment, has $162 in bank.  Asks who is to write history of Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. ER-17, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Jones Hill, Virginia. Letter accompanying printed statement of May 29, 1877 re Washington's suit of clothes previously in his possession, which disappeared in March 1862 and were found May 22, 1877 at Mount Vernon.  Printed statement prepared for press and others interested. ER-17, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Wants to know more about Major Blake, wants Vice Regents to know about him, also wishes to know Mr. Halsted's opinion of boat contract. ER-18, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Minutes of Council for 1868. Major Blake's proposals for boat contract. Captain Hollingshead's reduction of fare after difficulty with the \"Mary Washington\" was unfair. All of reduction came from Mount Vernon's share. Can supply some facts of what happened at any Councils for which minutes are missing. Sends books for \"Emily's day school.\" Will give a bible to the child who learns most and takes best care of his book. ER-6, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re advertisement which Regent delayed and Mr. Blake's proposal re furnishing boat for 600 passengers to be ready April 1, fare $1, children 50 cents, commission to MVLA.  Will carry Mount Vernon freight, give bond, etc. ER-18, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. GIves information on early Councils. Need to find more about Mr. Blake before Executive Committee meets. Mrs. Hudson's reply of July 5 written at bottom after Halsted's letter. ER-6, p. 140\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re the Minutes of Council, old and new constitutions are to be \"engrossed\" in the \"new book.\" Had letter from Mr. Blake re his offer.  Asks if Arrow charged for children.  Asks Hollingsworth to write her fully of Mr. Blake, wants him to have boat contract.  Wants to provide for McDermotts. ER-18, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Mr. Blake's proposition seems acceptable to each of Executive Committee. Thinks it advisable to postpone printing of Minutes until it can be made as complete as possible. Wants to get as complete information as possible of early Association from Mrs. Pellet, Miss Tracy and Mr. Riggs. ER-6, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to write Mrs. Sweat re number of acres in hay, in grain, in garden, in woodlands, lawns, pleasure grounds. Also number of fowl, cattle, etc.  Report's printing awaits this information.  Explains that Minutes of MVLA are strictly confidential.  Offers to sent Mount Vernon Bantam chickens. ER-18, p. 65\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Controvery over wharf contract and Captain Hollingshead. Attempt to settle out of court. Mount Vernon has no compensation for the Captain's use of wharf. Cannot close Alexandria gate by terms of their charter. ER-6, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies, typescript. Thanks him for Washington's suit of clothes and printed statement prepared for the MVLA. ER-6, p. 145. ER-7, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-18, p. 134\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Copy in part.\" Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-6, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Uniforms cost more than the Superintendent estimated.  Asks for price of Sarah's coffee roaster, if pumps have been rearranged and cellar drainage repaired.  Asks if brick floor of lunch room has been relaid and painted.  Asks for report of landing of trespassers by government boats. Will also consult Mr. Blake. ER-18, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks for instructions for sending Bantam chickens and about number of Mount Vernon visitors.  Sarah and Smith have diptheria again.  Asks about proper drainage at Mount Vernon.  Pat has chills.  Captain Hollingshead wants Alexandria gate closed.  Asks him for a full statement of his opinion of the boat situation, percentage Association should pay, possibilities of increase in fares, type of contract.  Asks if he received bibles, and engaged negro preacher. ER-18, p. 67\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to write Mrs. Sweat what Mount Vernon's share of each Arrow passenger is.  Troubled about diptheria at Mount Vernon.  Is determined Mr. Blake shall have contract. ER-18, p. 68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks for detailed report on Mr. Gardner's negatives.  Awaits his monthly report. Asks that it include all indebtedness. ER-18, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re boat contract, diptheria at Mount Vernon, proper drainage, and disinfectant to be used. ER-18, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Authorizes any amount needed to drain Mansion and side buildings. Sends recipe for malarious infections. Desires all he knows of Captain Hollingshead. Mrs. Sweat thinks he must share loss from fare reduction. Will send box of books for him to give out as needed. ER-6, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy. Mrs. Townsend thinks Mr. Blake is best applicant they have. Miss Cunningham said all side buildings and Mansion were drained when hydraulic ram was laid. Malaria at Mount Vernon. Washington's sarcophagus, just as it is, should be placed in malachite casing.  ER-6, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Sarah Tracy, now Mrs. Upton Herbert. Asks for her to relate all information she knows about the earliest meetings of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 152\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends him $200. Asks about bill for $285 for Mr. Gardner's negatives.  Commends his pushing forward all repairs ordered by Council.  Bill for uniforms explained.  Pay all bills each month. Glad the Superintendent and Mr. Blake think no action against trespassers by boat is necessary. ER-18, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. St. Louis. Has no information on modification of Hollingshead's contract. Will write the Regent for facts.  Gives his opinion on MVLA's compelling people to come by Arrow, provision of suitable gates, etc.  Regrets he has no document on hand on which to base an official opinion.  Major Blake has good reputation but no money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cape May. Approves placing money in Savings Bank until Regent's return. ER-20, p. 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Thinks Mrs. Laughton should either act on or reject Mr. Blake's proposal without further delay. ER-6, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Burke, Virginia. Relates all she knows on dates of previous meetings and Council from the earliest days of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Mrs. Laughton's afflictions. Suggests removing care of chairmanship of Executive Committee from Mrs. Laughton for time being in order to get action on Mr. Blake's proposal. They cannot trifle with him any longer. Book of Minutes cannot be completed until letters \"in those boxes\" are arranged. No minutes found prior to 1866. ER-6, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Inquiry regarding sixteen sided barn. ER-6, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Boat service delayed by inability of Regent to give it her attention.  Thinks Major Blake should have contract. ER-18, p. 69\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Description of great circular barn, land cultivated, Washington's supervision of estate.  Gives illustrations of false stories which are \"muddying the springs of history.\"  Refers to article in Evening Post on Houdon's statue. ER-8, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thinks Regent's letter of Sept. 14, 1874 contains information on reduction of fares on Arrow.  Miss Cunningham gave Captain Hollingshead privilege of handling passenger ticket coupons.  Hollingshead counts Mount Vernon passengers who come by Alexandria Road and from \"Mary Washington\" and says MVLA must pay him 75 cents for each.  Thinks a lawsuit necessary. ER-20, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Asks for her husband, Mr. Herbert, to share with them as much information as he can remember about the earliest days of the Association including improvements made to the Mansion and grounds under his supervision. ER-6, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Contents lists for a package sent by a Vice Regent to James Hollingsworth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re steamboat contract, details of Association's requirements, endorsements of Mr. Blake.  Gives list of his endorsers. ER-20, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Sarah's house does not need draining.  Quotes Hollingsworth's recommendation in 1874 to lower fare to $1 which Regent did as a temporary measure, and its bearing on present situation. Possibility of five year lease on wharf. Association should have 1/3 from freight and passenger fares.  Wants Mr. Blake's references on file and delays in settlement ended. ER-20, p. 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Burke, Virginia. Mr. Herbert cannot remember specific dates or work operations performed at Mount Vernon, however he reported all work to Miss Cunningham and Mr. Riggs and left all contracts of work done at Mount Vernon when he left. Mrs. Herbert (Tracy) believes all these papers should still be at Mount Vernon and were reviewed by Dr. Marks upon Miss Cunningham's request. ER-6, p. 144\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Sympathizes with her afflictions. Executive committee believes Major Blake's proposal is best. Suggests ways of avoiding a summer meeting for purpose of drawing up contract. ER-6, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, D.C. Gives endorsers, and will \"cheerfully subscribe to any reasonable amendments\" Committee may decide on. ER-20, p. 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Toledo, Ohio. Re boat contract with Hollingshead and his failure to meet obligations. ER-20, p. 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Burglar alarm suggested for protection of Tomb. ER-6, p. 148\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re protection of Tomb. ER-6, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re greater security for Tomb.  Suggests a military guard or placing sarcophagus in granite.  Would be pleased to have Vice Regents visit Mount Vernon more often.  Recommends a fire extinguisher.  Encloses diagram of Tomb with measurements. ER-7, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Tells Hollingsworth to see Regent (who is recovering from illness) and explain that he is using his personal funds for Mount Vernon expenses.  The Report is for the Public, the Minutes strictly private.  Thinks Major Blake will get boat contract. ER-18, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has a moss tree which may have been planted in Mount Vernon's garden.  Gives account of how bushes were transplanted in government garden in 1856 and this one given to him.  Sent affidavit of this to Regent Laughton.  Wishes to sell it to Association as only one in existence. ER-7, p. 124\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy. Newark. Received hers of the 23rd and copies of Sweat to Davis regarding Hollingsworth's difficulties. Sends letter from Newark Transportation Co. which may help Major Blake and Mount Vernon.  Has given marble cutters dimensions of sarcophagus for estimate of Quincy granite with directions for cutting to give needed protection.  Inventor of electric alarm will go to Mount Vernon soon and give estimate for installation.  Knight Templars wish to erect monument in form of a Greek temple over old Tomb (cost $200,000).  Miss Harper opposes this plan which Dr. Alvoid and Mr. Stansbury presented to Council in 1873. Asks if Mr. Sweat will write boat contract including wharf problems, so there can be no defaulting in amount paid to MVLA.  Approves Mrs. Hudson's suggestions for tolling bell, uniforms for crew and officers, flying U. S. flag, etc.   ER-20, p. 29 and copy, ER-6, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Secured Michigan coat of arms. Walnut and oak floor most suitable for hall.  Asks for several back issues of the Report. ER-17, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Probably a letter from Margaret Sweat. Was suprised to receive copies of instructions to Mr. Davis without being asked for signature of Regent. Feels it unwise to get into a legal fight with Capt. Hollingshead who will stop at nothing for revenge and it is beneath their dignity. His lease is soon to run out. Their legal counsel has resigned and it is also unwise to enter into fight without him. Summary of why decisions were made on boat fares.  They will hurt Hollingshead enough by refusal to renew his lease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Wants estimates from Holmes, inventor of electric alarm, and designs for sarcophagus to present to Executive Committee in New York the following week.  Can have veterans on guard. Government must support them.  Wants some Mount Vernon friends to buy knoll on left and government can build barracks there. Sends estimates for three plans from Quincy Granite works from copy of their letter signed \"Russell and Williams.\" ER-6, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Letter stating Regent has given her power \"to draw cheques\" for Association as chairman of its Executive Committee.  Signed \"Approved Lily L. Macalester Laughton, Regent\" at bottom.  ER-18, p. 140\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Due to bad management of boat and \"slow travel\" during September he asks for $300 to pay outstanding bills.  Had a mild cyclone. Damaged trees, heavy rains damaged roads.  Sends her his monthly report. ER-20, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Instruction re signing checks. ER-20, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re burglar alarm decision for Tomb. ER-6, p. 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Received his letter and monthly report, will draw checks promptly for necessary sums. Please give list by item, amount paid, date of expenditure, etc. with exactness.  Asks information on one entry sent to her. Riggs asks for information before drawing check.  Asks if October will have a deficiency also. ER-18, p. 136\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. September was a \"particularly unfortunate month\" with few visitors, poor management on boat.  Lists bills, $200 for groceries, $100 for photographs, $50 for butcher, $50 for blacksmith.  Asks for $400 which he is sure will liquidate all debts.  Explains expenditure of Regent's last check.  Pleased Major Blake is awarded boat contract. ER-20, p. 127\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Refers to Hollingshead's losing contract, checting Association, allowing him to finish time left on contract, and other phases of boat service.  Asks him to keep her informed as she is a member of the Executive Committee.  Will have Minutes printed soon and send him a personal copy.  Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Halsted will tell him about past Minutes which Mr. McDermott is to copy into the \"Minute Book.\" ER-18, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Received details concerning $300 he requested, regrets delay, sends check at once and asks for receipt. ER-18, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Discusses the coat of arms painted for various rooms, some size 14 x 20.  Hollingsworth gives reason why wood carpet would not be practical for hall floor.  Library floor is black walnut, hall must be oak with black walnut border.  Wood paneling in hall is \"painted\" oak, which Mrs. Hudson wishes cleaned off.  Have great abundance of Mount Vernon Record copies. ER-17, p. 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Acknowledges receipt of check from her for $300.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Continued repairs on hydraulic ram, cistern in bad condition.  Needs a new reservoir. Thinks $200 adequate and ought to be done before winter. ER-20, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Endorsed statement regarding the procedure he used to make a cast of the Houdon Bust at Mount Vernon and left it there in place of the original.  Subsequently he made 5 other copies in bronze and plaster. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Reports action of Executive Committee.  Had two meetings after Regent left, discussed function and limits of committee. Mrs. Halsted's plan of erecting a $2000 or $3000 sarcophagus of Quincy granite, had pictures of it. Burglar alarm for Superintendent's quarters.  Signed contract with Blake, question of selling liquor on boats met.  Hollingsworth asked for $300 to pay back debts, sent Mrs. Hudson money for printing, stationery and traveling expenses. Hollingsworth now wants $200 for hydraulic ram. ER-18, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In reply to his letters, she states Mrs. Townsend says $1000 was \"appropriated by New York people for repairs at Mount Vernon during the Centennial year,\" but thinks fund must be exhausted. Asks for a report on handling of this fund.  Will authorize $200 for hydraulic ram if it is necessary. ER-18, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brattleboro, Vermont. Reports on her work. Presents resignation because of \"increasing years and…infirmities,\" so that a more vigorous person may take up the work.  She had resigned before but it was not accepted. ER-20, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Balance of $300 remains from money contributed by New York, $700 already used for repairs. ER-20, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Knows he is in touch with acting Regent Sweat.  Writes of boat service, asks for copy of Blake's contract for members of Executive Committee.  Asks how Hollingshead bore his defeat. Asks what wood is in panels in Mansion Hall.  Wants her bedroom and closet repaired and cleaned.  Sends him paper to use in acknowledging gifts, form for same, and these to be signed by him as Superintendent by order of Council.  Association leaves sale of liquors to  Blake's judgment.  Considers draining Hell Hole. ER-18, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has not received letter from Irwin Martin who presented table cover.  He and Mr. Blake thoroughly surveyed Hell Hole and think with assistance of Mr. Troth, half owner, and at considerable expense, it could be drained to improve health conditions.  Drainage around kitchen and dairy needs repairs, cost about $250.  Considerable sickness, causes employee loss of work.  New cistern needed to run hydraulic ram. ER-20, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Receives his letters re survey of Hell Hole and also drainage for kitchen and dairy.  Discusses way of meeting expense. ER-18, p. 76\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Rumor that steamboat contractors are planning to put a new engine in an old hull. This will not be accepted by executive committee. Burglar alarm discussed. ER-6, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Recieved his October report.  Details of Mount Vernon \"annual expenses\" now under her work.  Questions size of grocery bill to J. S. Owens $264.85.  Understand \"lunch table was paying,\" but questions profit considering work involved.  Expects small receipts until new boat is running. ER-18, p. 141\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Details about John L. Owen's grocery bills and other expenses for lunch table.  Difficulties in meeting expenses when few paid visitors.  Centennial year helped with income.  Present reduction in fares and lack of sales in photographs and canes has reduced income.  Lunch table for last 10 months averaged $200 per month but some months much better than others.  Employees boarded by Association which saves 25% to 50% on payroll.  Alarm telegraph from Tomb to his office, successful, installed. ER-20, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Alarm is installed. Next step is to arm guards. Suggests getting U. S. breech-loading rifles. Asks informaton on steamer Mr. Blake and Mr. Corcoran are negotiating for. ER-6, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sends Mrs. Sweat one of his letters with opinion that Ice House should be drained.  Thinks drainage should be well done or not at all.  Endowment income is for repairs and restoration.  Asks for list of repairs he recommends.  Advises a carpet for Rhode Island room.  Glad \"Alarm Telegraph\" is finished. Tomb is protected. Report on farm and garden produce. ER-18, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Sends inventory of George Washington original items owned by him and his brother.  Wants to get an appropriation through Congress for their purpose.  Judge Thomas, president of the Board of Visitors, approves plan.  Wants a letter from each Vice Regent endorsing petition.  Inventory on p. 72. ER-20, p. 71\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Encloses inventory of Washington's things owned by himself and brother. Hopes Congress will appropriate money to buy them and present them to Mount Vernon. Desires each Vice Regent to endorse petition to Congress. ER-17, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Relates story of George Washington's items in the Custis family. ER-5, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Bill for \"applying burglar alarm telegraph to the tomb of General Washington, Mt. Vernon.\" Paid. ER-6, p. 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has $771.27 to the credit of the Regent. ER-20, p. 92\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter from Henry Lewis giving inventory of interesting relics of Washington.  They have had severe rains, Potomac highest known.  Large amounts of drift wood washed ashore at Mount Vernon, about 100 cords secured for winter use. Cost in salvaging came to $20.75 including a boat.  Also gained some valuable timber.  November had few passengers and people afraid to travel on old boat. ER-21, p. 139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. She is a member of the Executive Committee working with acting Regent, Mrs. Sweat.  Lunch table is a \"stumbling block.\" Asks how it pays, if garden produce feeds servants, what is done with poultry, hogs, milk. Asks if it is cheaper to buy manure and if peaches sell. Cost of ice, what repairs and improvements are needed. ER-18, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Grateful for her cooperation.  Wants her to get the interest of Senator Blaine.  Has asked Judge Thomas to prepare petition and bill, again asks for Vice Regents' letters of endorsement. He is selling because one member of the family is very poor with a large family to educate.  Thinks of asking Congress for $15,000 or $20,000, but would sell to Mount Vernon for $10,000. ER-20, p. 73\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy book entry for letter. Summary only. Hollingsworth forwarded your letter which did not state you wished the Association to present petition to Congress, but that you asked their approval for you to do so.  As a Vice Regent she can only offer willingness of Association to take care of relics. They do not wish to ask a claim of Congress directly or indirectly at present, and cannot sign his petition.   ER-20, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Past month not lucrative.  Explains grocery bills, insurance premiums paid, blacksmith's bill, etc. Few visitors.  Has remedied defective drainage of Ice House with Mount Vernon employees.  Sends Joseph Higgins' bill for hydraulic ram. ER-20, p. 142\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Reply to his letter of December 10.  Unwilling to cooperate in petition to Congress. Surprised at large sum asked which seems \"quite preposterous,\" and is \"amused at extent of personal and official aid\" he asks of her.  No longer extends her good wishes for success of petition in this form. ER-20, p. 77\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. He is a son of Lorenzo Lewis who received articles of General Washington from his mother, Nelly Custis.  Sorry the Ladies cannot sign his petition. Hopes the Association will reconsider it.  A member of Congress has suggested letting articles go to the Smithsonian Institution.  Prefers having them go back to Mount Vernon.  Asks to appear before MVLA's Board in Washington at an early date.  Thinks his collection the largest and most attractive to be found and all genuine, and should go to Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 74\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Hollingsworth was mistaken in thinking he was a woman, he is the son of Lorenzo and Nelly Lewis. Relates story of Washington's things in the Custis family. ER-5, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Audit of MVLA accts = $771.27.  On 1 Jan 1878 will be due interest of $181.50 on $6050 of MVLA stocks. ER-20, p. 93\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Audley. Has received her last latter and from its tone and manner is sorry there was any correspondence between them.  ER-20, p. 78\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends $29.75 for plumber's bill, advises against allowing bills to get in arrears.  Must use contingent fund during \"bad months.\" Wants no demands on his own purse.  Questions whether lunch table is truly profitable. Receipts for October $277 while disbursements for provisions are over $300. Asks if letter includes servants' supplies.  Pleased with success of Ice House drain.  Asks when his salary is due.  Association will not sign or endorse any petitions. ER-18, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks if three servants are necessary. Getting funds is difficult, Vice Regents personally have no ready money to give nor are they able to raise funds. People have \"no income.\"  They must economize, what Mount Vernon cannot pay for it must go without.  Discusses use of returns from endowment fund.  Pleased with Ice House drain.  Has had a letter from Henry Lewis of Virginia asking aid in getting Congress to buy Washington relics at an exhorbitant price.  She refused. ER-18, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richland Mills, Stratford County, Virginia. Re relics in Mr. Lewis' collection.  He rates Mr. Lewis highly.  Relics are joint property of Henry Lewis and his brothers. Cannot decide on a division of same. Wants them back at Mount Vernon, and regrets that circumstances will not permit them to donate relics to Mount Vernon.  Knows Association's policy is to let Congress alone, but thinks value of relics at Mount Vernon worth allowing Mr. Lewis to present his plan to a meeting of the Association. Understands Smithsonian Institution wants the relics.  Asks her to communicate facts to Mrs. Hudson, Mrs. Townsend and other Vice Regents. ER-20, p. 79\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Portland. Received his letter re Lewis relics and has given information to several members of Executive Committee. Gives reason why they will not act. Will not ask Congress for money, price exorbitant, expects too much of Vice Regents. A special meeting of the board seems impractical.  Plan might also jeopardize endowment fund plan. ER-20, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Because she is Vice Regent nearest Mr. Lewis, writes re relics he offered and reasons for refusing to cooperate in his plan.  Asks if Mrs. Washington has taken any action in the matter. ER-20, p. 83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends payroll with duties of each person employed. Mount Vernon is not in good financial condition, but looks for relief in new boat.  Guide books and protographs will be sold on boat for Association's benefit.  Will not draw his salary until boat starts, but other employees can't wait.  Needs $300. ER-20, p. 143\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Thanks him for informaton re \"lunch table.\" It will be continued.  Will borrow from Mr. Riggs if necessary, but urges him to practice rigid economy.  Does not question his wisdom in administration of affairs, feels he has pulled Mount Vernon \"out of the mire.\"  Long vacation of Regent complicates matters.  Asks if Mr. Blake has a boat and wants copy of his contract with Association.  Mrs. Mitchell will be at next Council. Vice Regent Cutts resigned and Mrs. J. Gregory Smith takes her place. ER-18, p. 81\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Sends him check for $300.  Comments on grocery bills, reduced payroll with only six persons to be boarded, reduced patrons at lunch table.  Asks for outstanding accounts. ER-18, p. 144\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Agrees with Mrs. Hudson and urges him to suggest economies \"consistent with the dignity and best interests of the Association.\"  Asks if his salary is included in payroll and for a list of employees with their monthly pay and time employed. ER-18, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. \"List of monies paid out upon demand of the Superintendent and Committees and which do not precisely come under the head of 'current expenses' of the place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Opinion by a Vice Regent or advisor regarding steamboat, breach of contract, and dissolution of contract.  Agrees with idea of covering floors and stairs of Mansion with cover of Georgia pine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten by Henry D.L. Lewis. List items owned by the Lewis brothers discussed in correspondence with the MVLA. ER-20, p. 72\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten history of a cabinet once given to Mount Vernon by Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut. Drawing with notes on the cabinet later made by Harrison Dodge and more notes by Charles Wall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Wants to call Executive Committee meeting to decide steamboat question. Arranging early papers of MVLA. Mr. Halsted advises marble for the sarcophagus. ER-6, p. 80\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of the secretary. Mount Vernon. Received check for $300, grocery bills paid.  Will send all outstanding bills with his December report.  Has lowered wages of Warner May and Thomas Mitchell to $15. ER-20, p. 145\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re money in bonds and interest due. ER-20, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Replaces lost check for plumbing $29.95.  Asks how much money has been drawn from Treasury since Council, and if all drawn has come under his \"cognisance.\" ER-18, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends December report.  Balanced budget with his own funds.  Sends some other bills. River closed by ice, is filling Ice House. ER-20, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. Recounts some personal tragedies and discusses Mr. Lewis's proposal for the relics. Typescript extract also included with same date, but does not appear to be from the same letter. Discusses the room she is going to furnish in the Mansion and the Washington bedstead. ER-14, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has his December Report, pleased debts are paid.  Adjusts small bills due, asks about $182 for lumber.  Pleased with his economies.  Notes Mr. Owens was paid $718.89.  Asks if he buys wholesale.  Refers to his turkeys at $1 and eggs at 30 cents per dozen.  Asks for account of his December salary. ER-18, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Holmes' Burglar Alarm Telegraph Co. letterhead. Sends bill for work and material for alarm at Tomb.  Added cost due to necessity for 2 cables instead of one, cost $246.55, without profit which they do not want.  Mrs. Townsend donated the money. ER-6, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Lists checks received by him since Council and states how they were used for current expenses.  Plumber's bill now $206.75. Money due on his salary is $125. Lumber bill also outstanding.  River closed by ice since January 4 until today.  Boat brought three visitors.  Ice House filled. ER-20, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has check signed by Regent.  No prospect of early break in ice on river.  Thanks her for her kind and considerable help while Acting Regent. ER-20, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends him check for $306.75 and will forward more if he decides to pay bills now.  Wishes to have an accurate account for Council and to understand details of expenditures. ER-18, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Georgetown. Acknowledges receipt of checks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends note for him to read and forward to Major Blake.  Missing check found.  Asks about bills. ER-18, p. 152\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re their accounts, checks, paid, interest due.  ER-20, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. incomplete letter.  Stratford. Returns picture of \"Old Arrow.\"  Questions Captain Frank's contract to run through June 1.  Mr. Blake took her over to the new steamboat in New York. She opposed his extravagence in furnishing cabins but indicates improvements for Mount Vernon Ladies cabin.  Asks if he bought a new horse, if grocery bill is reduced for the winter.  Executive Committee finds $100 too much for Ice House drain, asks if Mount Vernon laborers cannot build a trench drain or abandon Ice House or build new one by River. Asks for costs of new building. ER-18, p. 82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. Pleased she is Regent pro tem.  Had a cable that the Regent's husband died the 28th in Algiers.  Plans to furnish Ohio room this winter. ER-20, p. 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Monthly report for January. Payments and expenditures for month were $664.85, total revenue $445.90, deficit $218.95.  Lumber bill outstanding $108.  Can lay a plank walk from wharf to Mansion for muddy weather, cost $50. ER-20, p. 151\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Paid Mr. Holmes bill for burglar alarm. Cautions him against answering the alarm bell himself. Must have guards armed. Mr. Blake's steamer in Virginia Waters. Don't let him name it \"the Regent.\" Suggestions and estimates for new floor in the hall. Have fold stretched out of canvas of \"Washington before Yorktown.\"Keep clock in working order, tin-covering for cellar beams. Mrs. Barry requests to furnish Council Room. Chandelier to be removed and returned. Should ceiling in hall be oiled or varnished? Mrs. Lewis' petition on the relics. ER-6, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Michigan coat of arms presented by Governor Crosswell, executed by architect of Capitol at Lansing, designed to be hung in or before window to secure strong light. ER-17, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Purchase of boat to be completed by March 15.  Hollingshead intends running Arrow until June 1. ER-20, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. Hopes boat arrangements will be satisfactory. Endorses appointment of Mrs. Sweat. Mrs. Farnsworth's resignation. Difficulty finding a Boston lady to take on Mount Vernon duties. A club of ladies ready to furnish Illinois room. ER-5, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Manhattan, Kansas. Re Kansas coat of arms for Mount Vernon.  Thinks Lewis family relics should be given or loaned.  Likes \"Mount Vernon\" for name of boat. ER-11, p. 244\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Has all the furniture for her bedroom collected, in cabinet maker's hands.  Asks to have floor repaired, closet put in order, windows tightened, wants an open door put up as in other rooms, sends matting for floors.  Major Blake wishes his boat cabins too extravagantly furnished, does not want wash rooms in upper saloon, puzzled for a name for boat. ER-18, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Asks him to acknowledge he received the Michigan coat of arms,  long delayed in reaching Mount Vernon.  Has $150 for hall floors. ER-17, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re Mount Vernon correspondence she has written and received.  Wrote Mrs. Broadwell fully about full length portrait of Martha Washington, Mr. Andrews wishes to paint.  Writes of appointment of Vice Regent Smith. Wrote Hollingshead re his claim to run his boat until June 1. ER-18, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract of June 1, 1870 between Sykes and the MVLA for years 1870 to June 1, 1873 and its renewal by Council June 1872 and extended to 5 yrs. Lists signers and their witnesses. James Sykes' transfer of contract to Hollingshead, June 18, 1873. Suggests Mrs. Sweat examine contract in his possession.  States his objection to Association's allowing another boat to run until his contract expires. ER-20, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sorry she did not see Major Blake in New York. He hopes to make a satisfactory purchase of a boat in New York soon.  Sends statement of all visitors at Mount Vernon during Centennial year.  Has had communications from Mrs. Barry's friends re furnishing the Illinois Room. Asks which rooms have been assigend to Illinois and Ohio.  Mrs. Broadwell has measurements of attic room and Library.  Mrs. Barry wants measurements of Lady Washington's sitting room. ER-20, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Thanks him for invitation but cannot go on.  Refers to boat trouble, Hollingshead and Mr. Blake.  Wants her closet in the bedroom repaired, sends bedroom furniture by boat.  Mrs. Barry will take Mrs. McVeagh to Mount Vernon.  Chicago ladies are preparing to help her financially for Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Refers to bereavement of her cousin Mrs. Laughton in death of husband. ER-17, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends February report.  Has not drawn his February salary.  Invites her to stay at his home in Washington April 1. ER-20, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Illinois is to have room used as Council Room, has some Connecicut furniture in it temporarily.  The library is for Ohio. South Carolina wants Music Room.  Dining Room belongs to Rhode Island.  Mrs. Ball will give secretary in Washington's bedroom to the library when she can spare it from Virginia room. ER-18, p. 85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Unable to give opinion on boat contracts as he has not seen them. ER-20, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hollingshead brought in his boat contract with MVLA, dated June 1, 1870 and was extended 5 years from June 1, 1873. So it expires June 1, 1878.  Thinks Association must let his boat run until that date. ER-20, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Does not agree with Mrs. Hudson concerning Hollingsworth's claims but has taken \"necessary measures to clear up whole thing.\"  Wrote Blake that the Association was anxious to have new boat running.  MVLA will protect its employees in their claims.  Asks him to take papers to Mr. Riggs.  Hollingshead says his original contract is dated June 1870, given to Sykes for '70 to '73.  Supposed Captain's was copy of one Mrs. Sweat had dated March 20, 1868 for 1 year. Questions methods of renewal of contract.  Describes writing her first Council report in 1870.  Captain's contract signed by Miss Cunningham and Mr. Sykes.  Will attempt to find truth about boat contracts.  Has no reply from Major Blake.  Arrow was \"privately examined\" last spring. ER-18, p. 153\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. February report quite encouraging. Sends check for $125. Hopes to pay his salary on time. Trying to clear up Arrow's contract, asked G. W. Riggs to examine Hollingshead's papers. Claims his June 1, 1870 contract signed by Miss Cunningham was transferred under Mrs. Berghmans' signature June 18, 1873.  Asks if contract is at Mount Vernon or any papers referencing it. ER-18, p. 154\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Sweat will write to Mr. Blake at once re building boat at Bath, Maine.  Reports Riggs' decision that Hollingshead's boat can run until June 1, and her instructions to Hollingsworth to look up contract at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re boat contract with Major Blake, quotes from Riggs' letter re same and his decision that Hollingshead has authority to run his boat until June 1, 1878. ER-18, p. 155\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S Stratford. Refers to her proposition to Mr. Blake.  Mrs. Hudson is \"mortified\" over sudden discovery of \"this contract with Hollingshead.\" May have to abide by it. Hopes Mr. Blake may buy a boat on better terms.  Mrs. Sweat wants a copy of Hollingshead's contract and account of where it was found, why torn, why you suspect him.  Wants Mrs. Sweat to ask government to inspect the Arrow, so the Association will not be liable for accidents. May have to hire the \"Mary Washington.\"  Tells him to correct error in plural \"Regents\" on gift cards as there is only one Regent.  Miss Fairchild of Stratford now in Washington has given part of her old furniture for Connecticut bedroom. Asks that she be \"passed through\" and given special attention. ER-18, p. 87\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. Re the room assigned to Ohio.  Wants exact measurements of room for cabinet makers, if mantel is marble or wood, condition of walls. ER-17,  p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Hillside, Newark. Mrs. Farnsworth's plans for reflooring hall. Mrs. Townsend intends reflooring Banquet Hall. Mr. Corcoran and Mr. Hollingsworth's bondsman vouches for his abilty to handle any aspect of Superintendent role. ER-6, p. 184\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Both working on boat contract, explains signatures to same, dates of extension, etc.  Re Mrs. Broadwell and Mrs. Mitchell attending Council.  Likes \"The Regent\" for name of boat. ER-18, p. 157\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. After prolonged delay the coat of arms of her adopted state of Michigan has reached Mount Vernon and Hollingsworth has forwarded engraved receipts to Governor and architect of Michigan.  Has $150 to be used for hall floor. ER-17, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Received his letter and bill for $20.85 and forwarded postal order for the amount. Thanks him for putting her room in order and asks Nathan to whitewash it.  Chicago women will visit Mount Veron, plan to furnish a room and do other things.  To date Chicago has systematically abused Association.  Tell them of fire engine needed, $500 for deer park.  Mrs. Halsted wants their money in endowment fund, Mrs. Hudson wants \"something put where it will show.\" ER-18, p. 88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Receives check for February salary.  Has gone though papers in \"old\" iron safe in his office, all he can find re boat question is copy of an old contract and an original contract for a year later which he forwards.  Thinks transfer of contract to Hollingshead is a continuation of Sykes contract. Mrs. Laughton had it.  A mule has died and they can buy pair of strong horses, which are needed, for $250. He offers to advance the money. ER-20, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Mr. Blake advocates peace in contract controversy with Hollingshead. Blake looks into possibiity of an iron steamer. Hall floor in hard wood with border. News of other Vice Regents. ER-6, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Awarding of boat contract to Major Blake. Hollingshead's claim that another contract exists. Hollingshead's conspiracies against Association. Thinks Association should have its own boat. ER-5, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. A committee for renovating and decorating the Illinois room has gone to Mount Vernon and then to New York and Boston.  Asks her help for them in their project. ER-5, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. House of Representatives. Has examined the boat contract of June 1, 1870 between MVLA and Hollingshead, with renewal for 5 years. From evidence submitted, contract would hold until June 1, 1878. ER-20, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Hudson had the impression that Hollingsworth had the contract wtih Hollingshead who borrowed it and returned it mutilated, but it is impossible if contract and transfer have always been in Regent's possession.  Asked Riggs to examine Hollingshead's contract and Mr. Blake to have the Arrow thoroughly examined.  Has asked legal advice  from 2 others as well.  Thinks Council will not meet until new boat is running.  Council authorized him to buy pair of horses, but not enough to pay for them on hand. Superintendent may advance money. ER-18, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Further details on boat contract.  Does not want to call Council any earlier than necessary. If Regent comes home \"shall jump to lay down the responsibility.\" ER-18, p. 158\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Pleased he sent Mrs. Sweat information on boat contract.  Mrs. Barnes, a minority of one, \"may talk as much as she pleases.\" Reason for Council meeting after June 1.  Wants Arrow examined.  Blake went to see Mrs. Halsted about building an iron steamer. ER-18, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Asks him which contract she saw at Mount Vernon.  Asks him to have tin or zinc piece put into chimney.  Hollingsworth is given authority to have Arrow examined. ER-18, p. 90\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract with Major Blake.  Since he cannot secure boat in time, considers taking \"Martha Washington\" or some other boat.  Cooke and Co. suggests their using the \"Whitney\" or boat equally good. Sure they can give MVLA satisfaction. ER-20, p. 53\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Details on having the Arrow properly examined.  May call Council June 11.  Mrs. Mitchell asks Mrs. Sweat to room with her at Council.  Offers to meet Mrs. Sweat at Mount Vernon several days before Council with an expert accountant to go over books. So glad to have Mrs. Mitchell interested again and back at Council.  She will have a young woman take photographs of Mount Vernon that may raise some money. ER-18, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract, recommends no action against Hollingshead as it might create sympathy  for him.  Can change date of Blake contract from April 1 to June 1.  This delay will give Blake advantage in bargaining for purchase of boat or of building a boat.  Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Halsted to be informed of his decision. ER-20, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. ER-18, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Specifications sent to her. Doesn't intend putting new floors in rooms adjoining Hall but perhaps ladies furnishing those rooms will do it. Thinks relics of Washington family should be purchased for $12,000 after repairs are all made and endowment fund collected. ER-17, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Approves her letter to Troth.  Attended to H. D. Cooke \u0026amp; Co. in same way.  Has written contract for Major Blake and Association without reference to \"spirituous liquors.\"  He must secure bond. ER-18, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends two copies of new boat contract for Mr. Blake's signature, sends one to Mrs. Hudson for Vice Regents Halsted, Hudson and Townsend to sign. Both presented at Council.  Asks Blake to send her his \"bond.\" Council to be called June 11.  Accept Blake's judgment in being rid of Arrow. Dropping question of examination. ER-18, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Boat contract. Signed original and copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Does not think the steamer Mosely a good fit for their route and now believes a new steamer should be built for the purpose. He knows people are disappointed but it is for the best. ER-18, p. 162\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re inspection of Arrow's machinery and hull, H. D. Cooke' \u0026amp; Co.'s letter and Mrs. Sweat's ability to buy the \"Whitney\" (boat) at fair price. Building a boat, approves contract being dated June 1. ER-20, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Asks about work in hall, has $150 for floor. Has confidence in Mrs. Halsted's judgment, tells her to use her vote on H.D. Cooke and Co. if needed.  This is her 76th birthday. ER-17, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Confidential. Captain Baldwin calls in reference to getting contract for Mount Vernon boat, which he declares Mr. Blake is giving up.  She has told him his boat was not the kind Mount Vernon wanted, Capt. Blake had Mount Vernon contract for 5 years. MVLA was satisfied.  Asked for Mr. Blake's address, will send him new contract.  Suspects Baldwin of having some relationship with Hollingshead.  ER-18, p. 91\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Contract with Major Blake is still in force. He has not failed to comply with terms. Does not take affect until June 1 when Arrow contract expires.  His terms were carefully considered by Council. ER-20, p. 54\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hollingsworth has given Blake new boat contract, has signed both contracts, will attend to his bond next. Will know in a few days whether he buys or builds a boat. ER-20, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Sends condolences on her bereavement. Has doubts of utility of wood-carpet Mrs. Farnsworth wants for hall. Prefers solid oak floor. ER-6, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Selection of wood-carpeting for Hall. Grecian border in oak and walnut. It will come all ready, but floor must be prepared. Hopes other downstairs floors may be done at same time. ER-6, p. 186\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Council called for June 11. Expects Mr. Blake will have boat ready.  Plans for Virginia Board of Visitors luncheon, their guests, date for their entertainment.  Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell may each have a guest at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Asks how many copies of his book have been sold at Mount Vernon during 1876 and 1877.  Fears his publisher's accounting inaccurate.  Refers to Hollingsworth's letter that Lossing published on Houdon Bust. ER-7, p. 286\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Has been copying and reviewing past Minutes, correcting mistakes. Finds them confusing and troublesome. Hard to believe some of the decisions they made. ER-18, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Her approval of his March report received.  Difficulties in restricting Vice Regents guests at Council time.  Vice Regents resigned their places at table to friends and waited on them. Also a dozen of Hollingshead's acquaintances.  Governor Thomas brought entire family including in-laws and others who all ate at Association's expense. Yet the lunch table shows profit.  Miss Cunningham inaugurated guest idea at Grand Dinner. Never abolished.  Will prepare two rooms over his office for Mrs. Sweat's and Mrs. Mitchell's guests.  He will serve refreshments every day in his office at his own expense.  Needs a wagon to replace old one, cost $100. Hopes to purchase one from this month's receipts. ER-20, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Townsend determined to have new boat contract with Captain. Bartlett.  This year Council to be late, June 11,  to get all they can to Mount Vernon for it. ER-18, p. 94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Law office of J.F. Harrison. Re wood floor in hall. ER-6, p. 188\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Personal notes by Mrs. Hudson, Mrs. Townsend, and Mrs. Halsted all approving the name W.W. Corcoran for Blake's new boat. ER-20, p. 51\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re wood floor in hall at Mount Vernon. Thinks wood carpet too expensive and not durable. Border Mrs. Farnsworth chose is too expensive in hard wood. Suggests plain border. ER-6, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hotel de la Paix, Nice, France. Anxious to have Mount Vernon put on a sure foundation before older Vice Regents are gone.  Wants to open road to lodges and have conveyance to carry public to old entrance, will try to raise funds for it.  Praises Mrs. Sweat, hopes Regent will turn her attention to Mount Vernon.  Comments on Post article and other press criticism, especially foreign. ER-18, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Estimate on carpentry work to build wood carpet for hall floor. ER-6, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Sorry she cannot assist in \"the executive part of…duties of repairing and improving Mount Vernon.\" ER-17, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary or someone other than Mrs. Halsted. Signed by Mrs. Halsted with postscript. Newark. She does not approve of adding wood carpeting to rooms as suggested by some other Vice Regents such as Mrs. Farnsworth. Feels as chairman of the furniture committee she should declare that no wood carpeting can be used, only wood flooring. Adheres a swatch of wood border as an example. Asks Hollingsworth to provide estimates for a carpenter to come lay the floor throughout before Council. ER-6, p. 190\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Now a decided change for floors at Mount Vernon, reports several opinions, discussed also at executive meeting in New York.  Mrs. Farnsworth offers to furnish Hall and coat of arms for her state.  Decided to put new supporters under Hall, arch to support floor above, a heavy pine floor with oak floor on top, also simple black walnut border inlaid around edge.  Refers to things stolen at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks why she hears nothing from Mr. Blake and continued trouble about bondsman, money, etc. for boat.  Advises about hospitality extended to Virginia Board of Visitors, seats on boat, luncheon, reception.  Governor Holliday accepts invitation.  Wants two working days first for Council. ER-18, p. 146\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. letter cut into pieces. Chicago. Committee charmed with Delaware Room. Most satisfactory of any in Mansion.  Prepared a paper on Mount Vernon that she has given before a private school and a club. ER-17, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. letter cut into pieces. New Rochelle. Has not seen Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Halsted, latter busy with Mount Vernon affairs. New floor in hall is finished. ER-17, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. The Ladies are not inclined to touch the room until all plans are matured and submitted to the approval of a skilled artist-architect for criticism. She prepared a paper giving sketch of origin, progress, and purposes of the Association to give to several groups.  ER-5, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Major Blake unable to buy the Whitney and plans to have a boat built.  Her instructions for Council clear, hopes to lessen expense of Council.  Busy with farm operations. ER-20, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Told Hollingsworth to proceed with Hall flooring.  Gives measurements of Dining Room.  Sideboard is original Washington presented by late Mrs. Lee. Found in attic in Alexandria in \"forlorn condition.\" Mrs. Barnes had it scraped, varnished.  New Jersey gives Rhode Island an India ink painting of Earl of Chatham.  Refers to mirrors from Van Rensselaer family, stripes of black walnut border, broad stripe close to base. Hollingsworth's estimate for carpenter is $187. W-94\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark.  Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Portland. Executive Committee of MVLA asks his permission to name Major Blake's new boat, to start running to Mount Vernon on June 1, the Corcoran or the W.W. Corcoran if he prefers. ER-20, p. 55\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Pleased with compliment MVLA offers him in naming Major Blake's new boat, the Corcoran. ER-20, p. 57\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Manhattan, Kansas. Re having Kansas coat of arms for Mount Vernon paid for by state.  Thinks every state should be represented at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 244\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. incomplete. She will stay after Council to attend to Committee business. News of Council. Restoration of old avenue from lodge to Mansion. Feelings of Vice Regent's towards former Regent seem to be ameliorated.  ER-17, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Unable to attend Council. ER-17, p. 248\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on The Wood Carpet Company of New York letterhead. Plan to restore Mansion floors as they were originally. ER-5, p. 112\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Had long interview with Mrs. Barry in Chicago.  Refers to Mrs. Halsted's plan for Hall floor and arch in Hall.  Wants a competent person to handle affair and give estimates, suggestions re a wooden carpet, a solid oak floor, costs, durability of same, etc.  She is now with Mrs. Mitchell. ER-18, p. 146\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. Her ladies have decided not to do anything about floor or furnishings in Illinois room until after next Council. Condemns wood carpets in Illinois room, prefers solid oak. Sorry of necessity of \"arching the hall.\" ER-5, p. 159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bridgeport. Washington's Headquarters at Valley Forge. They are following the MVLA's example and asks for all information possible. Their Constitution, bylaws, etc.  Sends their circular of appeal for funds.  Invites them to ceremonies June 19, 1878.  Tells her of Civil War Field Hospital Service as a volunteer worker.  Mrs. Sweat's reply to this letter is copied on the reverse. ER-20, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C.  He has received a letter re Mount Vernon's account. Will have it made up with a statement of stocks from which dividend may be expected. Thinks Mrs. Laughton drew some checks of which you have no knowledge. ER-20, p. 96\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Check for Mount Vernon fund to be applied to hall flooring. ER-6, p. 194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. She has been very ill but will attempt to go to Council anyway. Discusses which Vice Regents are attending. Doesn't think Hollingshead will cause any trouble. Mrs. Laughton is still very sick in London. ER-18, p. 40\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy. Newark. Reflooring of the Hall and coat of arms. ER-6, p. 196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bridgeport. Asks for names of women in the original thirteen states who might be suitable Vice Regents in the Valley Forge Association. Hopes their Association will uncover letters and documents stored away in forgotten places.  General Lacey's grandson recently published Washington's letters to his grandfather.  Headquarters in fine state of preservation, purchased directly from Potts family.  Again invites MVLA to attend centennial ceremonies at Valley Forge. ER-20, p. 109\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends accounting from last May to present, leaving balance on hand $13,072.30. ER-20, p. 63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Thanks her for invitation to attend Association's Council meeting, but business engagement prevents his attendance.  Refers to some investments previously reported. ER-20, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Copy. Mount Vernon. Illinois and southern Vice Regents thought executive committee unconstitutional and Regent had exceeded her powers. If so, boat contract, and some checks, would have suffered, but Mrs. Sweat straightened things out.  New provisional committee, 9 members appointed.  Deer Park to be restored.  Committee on Miss Cunningham's papers appointed.  Struther's name (donor) to be erased from two sarcophagi. ER-7, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.s. Mount Vernon. Virginia legislature and governors of Virginia and West Virginia visited Mount Vernon. Fitzhugh Lee's remark re simplicity of Washington's home. Steamer named for Mr. Corcoran. Fencing off Banquet Hall for relics in Patent Office. Mrs. Townsend refuses to have anything to do with Potter on advisory committee. New boat. ER-6, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  New York. Receipt of $2000 from the Mount Vernon Aid Society.  Mrs. Halsted did all the work in the burglar alarm matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received check from Mrs. Townsend for $2000 for endowment fund.  Asks about method of reporting same. ER-20, p. 100\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Chace went home ill.  Asks Gardner to give his negatives to Association which he agreed to do when their bill was paid. Recommend to Mr. Corocoran's photographer President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hudson and Mr. McDermitt helping with letters. ER-7, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mount Vernon. Finished work on old papers for the present.  Reports visit to Mr. Corcoran re photographer.  President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hayes returns with the President for a weekend at Mount Vernon. Sarah's good, simple meals. They occupy Lafayette Room, attend church at Pohick, return on White House barge Monday morning. ER-7, p. 137\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract of minutes regarding the appointment of the Records Committee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Painting roof. Asks how she is to finish her secretary's report with imperfect data at hand.  Methods of giving Hollingsworth authority.  Report on dredging appropriation.  Refers to history of $4000 appropriation by Congress for dredging.  Mrs. Broadwell's work on Mansion committee re relics.  Asked Mrs. Broadwell to report to Regent on boat. ER-18, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received money from Treasurer of Centennial Board of Finance, first distribution of assets on Centennial Stock. Received dividend on Georgia stock. ER-20, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Re purchase of Washington Headquarters at Valley Forge.  Mrs. James of Cambridge asked him to act for her during her absence in Europe.  Asks Mrs. Sweat to direct movement in Maine. ER-20, p. 111\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Portland. Cannot undertake work in Valley Forge Association as MVLA duties consume so much of her time.  Declares Maine as a state has shown little interest in Mount Vernon. Money she collected was from personal friends but she has tried to make up for state's deficiency through her own efforts, sharing responsibility and carrying on actual labor. ER-20, p. 112\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Trying to come to understanding with Mrs. Sweat re a post office at Mount Vernon.  Government will pay Mr. Blake $800 for carrying mail from Washington to Mount Vernon, which settles plan with Mrs. Halsted and Mrs. Hudson.  Mrs. Sweat wants a joint proposal from Hollingsworth and Blake to place matter before Council.  Have $2800 more for endowment fund. ER-18, p. 95\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Has decided Mr. Martin's Fire Annihilator is best and has ordered three for Mount Vernon.  Mr. Martin has asked to send seven more. Fielders Iron clad paint is best, order two barrels. Tin cellar. Directions for oiling and varnishing new hall floor. Lock old papers and letters in closet. ER-6, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Overwhelmed with work since she left.  Had to take up old tile from Sarah's house and re-lay with terra cotta pipe, plumbers now laying pipe from his office and gardener's house. Describes how it is laid. Cisterns full of refuse.  Has replaced four hundred feet of pipes.  Uniforms for men ordered by Council look well.  Mr. Barlow has finished renovating \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting.  Visitors are few. Needs $200 for expenses.  Mr. Gardner's negatives cost $285.  Photographer Dr. Jouy will make Mount Vernon photographs. ER-20, p. 164\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Offers him contract as photographer for the Association but he must put his price a little lower than Mr. Gardner's was. ER-6, p. 198\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Re fire extinguisher and fire protection. ER-5, p. 113\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Sent her letters re repairs made since Council.  Explains cost of uniforms bought for men.  Coffee roaster is a success.  Will cement and paint lunch room floor.  No recent trespassing by other boats worth noticing.  Applied to Post Master General for a Post Office at Mount Vernon and hopes for a favorable reply. ER-20, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sent his interesting letter to Mrs. Halsted who agrees with you on fire extinguisher.  Asks if Mrs. Frick did decide to give engraving of Mount Vernon, Washington.  Another Bridgeport man calls re boat contract. Became angry when he found Hollingshead had misinformed him. ER-18, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Insurance on \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting.  ER-6, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, D.C. Hollingsworth has ignored all his requests for payment. He can no longer be photographer for MVLA. ER-6, p. 12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy. Newark. Re photographs, selection of Mr. Jouy, photographer for Corcoran Gallery, only one to whom Mr. Gardner will give negatives. Now trying to get lower prices from Mr. Jouy.  Search in New York for best fire extinguisher and results.  Insurance on \"Washington Before Yorktown\" lower.  Glad of her approval of new furnace, material mostly donated by W.E. Dodge.  Barlow has restored painting, took three days, bill $35, sent bill to Mrs. Townsend as New York is to pay for this and restoration charge on Naval View in West Parlor.  Found map of Washington's farm distinct, has sent it to Hollingsworth.   ER-20, p. 119, and copy ER-6, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Barlow's restoration of \"Washington Before Yorktown.\"  Bought fire protector in order to get desired insurance.  Classified old letters with aid of Mrs. Hudson and Mr. McDermott.  Found plan of George Washington, will use in restorations.  Cleans up Banquet Hall. Puts up railing to prevent vandalism. ER-7, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Stereo photographs sell very poorly. Offers cabinet pictures at low prices. Insists on monthly settlement of account.  ER-6, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Bill against association for Gardner's negatives. Fire extinguishers are $45. Plan of Washington farms with avenue marked from lawn to lodges. ER-6, p. 200\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Hollingsworth has not paid bill for pictures because over 200 have not been sold. They usually pay after pictures are sold. He must hand over to Association the negatives he has. ER-6, p. 211\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Recommends that he should pay Alexander Gardner and try to sell rest of his pictures. Will be sure to get negatives. ER-6, p. 209\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Does not want to recommend any Savings Bank that pays 5% as he does not see how it can be safely earned at this time, but he will send money they order him to send to any such bank. ER-20, p. 102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. His bill must paid, whether or not he gives them the negatives. He intends making them a gift of the negatives.  P.S. Hollingsworth's messenger just brought $200 and says he will try to raise balance by Monday. ER-6, p. 213\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Introduces Mr. Volkmar, an artist, who comes to examine painting in Illinois room. ER-5, p. 162\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Learned Mrs. Halsted left final arrangements with new photographer in his hands.  Asks for written statement of photographer's terms, contract to be signed by Mrs. Sweat and Hollingsworth. Also done for Guide Book.  Questions price stated.  Sends check for $200 for month's bills.  Asks if Miss Johnson signed contract.  Asks to tell Mr. Blake, on consultaton with Mr. Corcoran, boat is to be called \"W. W. Corcoran.\"  Would like to see the new uniforms. ER-18, p. 149\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Appreciates arduous duties she has as Secretary of Council. Artist, Volkmar, has taken away painting in Illinois room for restoraton. He says picture was undoubtedly built in wall of the house. \"He pronounces it to be a fine painting...\" ER-5, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Sorry a sentence in her last letter was ambiguous. Association is grateful to him for his faithful service and recommendation of another photographer. They are anxious for negatives to be destroyed because Mansion was in state of decay when some of pictures were taken 10 years ago. She looks like \"an idiot\" in one picture. ER-6, p. 215\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends her draft for $2800. ER-20, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy written by Mrs. Sweat. Mount Vernon. Received her check for $200.  Asks for a reconsideration of Mr. Gardner's contract for Mount Vernon photographs.  Mr. Jouy's terms are higher and he dictates when he shall be paid.  He suggests changing contract to Mr. Jarvis, who controls majority of all views sold in Washington. Makes suggestions for a contract with him, including his acting as sales agent for pictures in Washington.  Mr. Garder's bill is $285.  Post Office matter not yet settled.  Has had continuous need since Council for carpenter, plumber, bricklayer or tinner.  Lunch room cement floor being laid and walls plastered.  Furnace is repaired.  Asks for $200.  Not so much danger of having his mail opened on Mary Washington as on Arrow.  Paid Mr. Gardner's bill. (copy ER-20, p. 167)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Mrs. Ball is ill.  Advises her placing funds in a \"sound savings Bank\" to draw 5% until return of Regent.  \"Certainly desirable to avoid, if it can be done safely, the high premium, slow interest of Government securities to which she refers.\" ER-20, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Springfield. Copy of reply by Mrs. Sweat on the last page. As custodian of National Lincoln monument, asks for information re the management, methods of reporting, etc. of the MVLA.  States his own problems rather fully and what Hollingsworth has already sent him.  Mrs. Sweat's reply to his inquiry for information on MVLA that the running of a 200 acre estate is so different from his problem, she has little to offer him. But will send next annual report when it is published. ER-20, p 114\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with copy. Newark.  Mr. Barlow has renovated \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting for $35. Sent bill to Mrs. Townsend.  Painting was presented to Association. Mrs. Halsted collected $406 for removing, renovating and placing it, plus expressage of frame, $17.  Will send bill for fire extinguishers to Hollingsworth. (A.L.S. ER-20, p. 121 and copy ER-6, p. 217)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Recommends the \"protective Fire Annihilator\" extinguisher. There are 10 at Mount Vernon. Mr. Barlow has renovated painting. Naval view is in hands of Baltimore artist. Death of Mrs. Comegy's daughter. Visit to the White House. ER-6, p. 219\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Rochelle. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for her \"courtesy and politeness at Mount Vernon and felt quite overdone with attention.\" Will always retain her intense feeling for Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has had Mrs. Sweat's inquiry for Dr. Jouy's photographic terms, which he thinks Mrs. Halsted has.  Thought Dr. Jouy's prices were to be as cheap as Mr. Gardner's.  Now suggests compromise and giving contract to Johnson.  Is building new cistern, no water for greenhouse from old one for two weeks.  Have four sick on place now, and he feels badly from taking so much quinine. ER-20, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Barlow's bill for work on large painting. Mr. Volkmar's charge for restoring naval scene. Problem of photographer not settled. She prefers Dr. Jouy over Jarvis, who wronged Mount Vernon in previous years. Missing photographs of Mount Vernon. Can they delay getting fire insurance another year? Can get low rate of insurance on painting.  ER-6, p. 221\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary.  Mount Vernon. Received her checks for $200 each.  July receipts at Mount Vernon were $823.07. Total expenditure for repairs Council ordered and Gardner's bill are $1220.33. A detailed statement of amounts by voucher number follows.  Outstanding grocery bills since May 1st, including extras for Council, ice bill, hardware, bricks, cement, etc.  Cistern for hydraulic ram completed, at four times old capacity. Urges a new heating plant for greenhouse, approved by last Council. Estimated cost $200. ER-20, p. 174\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has tried to clear up photography question and get Mr. Barlow's bill paid.  Has been through Lossing, \"paged the errors, forwarded…list to Mrs. Ball\".  Sent Hollingsworth $400, invested the $2000 from New York and $800 from Centennial stock. ER-18, p. 171\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Sends check for $35 for restoration of \"Washington before Yorktown.\" ER-6, p. 222\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Despairs over Mount Vernon expenses, \"everything costs so much more when paid for than when asked for.\"  Sent Hollingsworth $400 since Council, paid for Barlow's photographs. He now wants money for groceries during May, June, July, and for ice bill, for hardware, and for cement.  Details accounts already paid.  Refers to new cistern and fire extinguisher needed. Estimate for greenhouse heater, but Hollingsworth needs more.  Mrs. Sweat has continuously written to him not to let bills run to no avail.  Wants to keep out of debt and proportion expenditures to funds on hand so accounts \"will square\" when she gives up \"acting Regency.\"  Seems to be no sale of farm and garden produce. ER-18, p. 173\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Re a Mount Vernon photographer. ER-6, p. 223\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Money on credit and interest due to the Association. ER-20, p 104\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received check for $100 from Mrs. Townsend. ER-20, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Received check, which will be applied as she suggests. ER-20, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Wanted Mrs. Hudson to visit her and make an \"exhaustive examination of certain parts of the monthly statements\" and to formulate letter to Hollingsworth so as to gain information needed. Questions quantities of provisions purchased, returns on lunch table.  Will prepare a financial report for Regent.  Wages paid should be investigated.  Has asked Hollingsworth for his total indebtedness, can't induce him to prepare complete monthly accounts.  Do salaries for Hollingsworth and two McDermotts include food? ER-18, p. 175\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Refers to three kinds of pamphlets printed last year, and approves of Minutes.  Thanks Mrs. Hudson for figures on lunch table.  Asks about produce raised at Mount Vernon.  Hopes Regent will return soon.  Hopes to meet all bills by delaying greenhouse and Tomb repairs. ER-18, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Encloses statement of profit from sale of poultry, pork and garden products for past six years, not including consumption of same on Mount Vernon estate.  During last Council 20 chickens per day were used.  Terrible storm last night. ER-20, p. 177\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Will send report of indebtedness.  Pay roll is $232.  Hopes to meet his own salary through \"meagre revenues of the last month.\" ER-20, p. 176\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends August report, will make separate one on indebtedness.  His August salary unpaid.  Outstanding bills on brick, ice, blacksmith,  and for groceries.  All cisterns very unsanitary except new one.  September and October are the best months for visitors.  Detailed statement on poultry, 300-400 young chickens served to the Vice Regents. Cholera among the fowl.  Mount Vernon produced in last 2 years: 1000 lbs. pork (same amt. sold), 9 gallons of milk per day, no butter made, raised oats only last 2 years, 100 and 300 bushels straw fed to cattle, corn 210 and 300 bushels (410 per year needed), rye 80 bushels and 160 bushels, hay 7 and 9 tons, potatoes killed by beetles, 40 bushels yield this year, 100 bushels turnips for cattle, 200 head of cabbage for men and cattle.  Soil poor, need much fertilizing.  Have 13 head of cattle, 6 cows giving milk.  Mount Vernon made a Post Office and he is the Post Master. ER-20, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends Hitchings and Co. estimate for furnace and boiler in greenhouse. Has brick and cement on hand.  Estimate for Tomb repairs to be sent later.  Workmen boarded at Mount Vernon expense, which is more advantageous to Association than paying higher wages. ER-20, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Received salary for last month. Will pump out all cisterns.  Cistern for hydraulic ram costs more, as storm cause cave-in of excavations, added some brickwork, $290.  those employees who were sick are now better.  Mr. Blake goes to New York to inspect his new boat.  Post office established \"Mount Vernon-on-the-Potomac,\" Fairfax County, VA. Have enough cement and brick to set up proposed greenhouse furnace. ER-20, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Explains increase in costs of greenhouse boiler and furnace.  Asks for $200 to pay grocery bills, etc.  Ordered corrugated boiler of Hitchings and Co.  Mr. Blake has gone to see launching of W. W. Corcoran. ER-20, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Probably written to Nancy Halsted. Engaged Volkmar of Baltimore to renew photo in Illinois room at Mount Vernon. It is restored to original brightness. Engaged skilled artists to make suggestions and estimates on room. Mrs. Comegys' affliction. Insists Mount Vernon Report should contain financial report. ER-5, p. 161\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Albany. Re boat contract, some men ask for information about largest number of passengers carried in best season. ER-18, p. 162\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Paris. Evaluates the Vice Regents, comments on Council, asks for minutes so she can prepare articles for Milwaukee papers. ER-18, p. 272\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Wants to know when to start taking negatives. Was under impression he had been given contract to do so. Will make stereo views for $9 per $100 and cabinet at $12 per 100. ER-6, p. 225\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipt for $200 sent by Mrs. Sweat. Greenhouse boiler has been shipped, will send Hitchings and Co. payment.  Major Blake returned much pleased with the W. W. Corcoran (boat). ER-20, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Steamer Mary Washington. Had not time to go to Stratford.  Boat launched on September 21. Expects to furnish next week, wants her help.  Boat constructed by George Quintard, will be ready for Mount Vernon route on November 1, carrying capacity 800.  Has mail contract and Quarter Master's contract, both will pay about $1600 a year.  Hollingshead assisted in securing contracts, is a friend to Association. ER-18, p. 98\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Asks for Christian names of Vice Regents, which Committee wishes to print in Mount Vernon Guide Book according to Council order.  Mrs. Johnston hopes to print this soon.  Asks for a Mount Vernon assignment.  Note:  \"Advised against Christian names and P.O. addresses\" being printed. ER-14, p. 131\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Final settlement of photograph question. Mr. Johnson to get contract because he was low bidder and will give Association 6 month credit. She herself prefers Dr. Jouy. Scolds him for keeping decision unsettled for so long. ER-6, p. 227\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Greenhouse boiler placed, total cost $149.50 and has receipt for payment of bill.  Greenhouse needs some glazing and carpentry.  Has bid for Tomb brickwork.  Photograph contract given Mr. Johnson as stated in Mrs. Halsted's letter.  Didn't meet total expenses in September, May was the best month. Outstanding bills for groceries, garden seeds, farm expenses and lumber.  Chills still prevail at Mount Vernon.  West Ford's children have diphtheria. ER-20, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Steamer Mary Washington. Post Office contract awarded to McKibbin, associate with Mr. Blake in steamboat Corcoran as well as Mount Vernon. Contract for a term of two years, nine months, pay starts October 1 for $3,000 a year. Daily delivery to 6 different offices. Fort Washington, Mount Vernon, Marshall Hall, Gunston Hall and Plymouth. No Sunday delivery.  Hollingsworth is post master for Mount Vernon, old Kitchen is office, \"Peters\" is deputy. ER-18, p. 99\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. New boat launched September 21. Starts for the Potomac at the end of the month.  Will go to New York to see about furnishings.  New post office at Mount Vernon with Hollingsworth as postmaster.  Boat has postal contract that will be for two years, nine months from October 1. Deliver to other stations as far as Glymont. Also has the Quarter Master's contract. ER-20, p. 89\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. By order of Council conferred with Major Blake re establishment of post office at Mount Vernon. U.S. Post Master General has awarded him contract to carry mail to several points, 6 deliveries per week, dating from October 1, 1878.  Mount Vernon station to be named \"Mount Vernon on the Potomac, Virginia,\" with Hollingsworth appointed postmaster. ER-19, p. 172\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Newark. Contract with new photographer, Mr. N.G. Johnson. Delays in settling this business were due to uncontrollable circumstances. ER-6, p. 229\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipts for expense money received.  Will start work on Tomb.  No truth in rumors that picnics are held on Mount Vernon grounds without his knowledge, origin due to excursionists going to other places on river.  Mr. Johnson is at Mount Vernon taking photographs.  Expects Major Blake's new boat, W. W. Corcoran on November 1. ER-20, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Contractor expects to finish repairs on Tomb next week.  Would like $200 to pay when contractor is finished.  Sarah and West Ford's family have intermittent fever.  Major Blake has not returned with new boat, W. W. Corcoran. ER-20, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipt for $200 received. Expects Major Blake and new boat soon.  \"Sickness on place has almost disappeared.\" ER-20, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of the secretary. Incomplete letter. Mount Vernon. Work on Tomb finished, contractor paid and workmen gone, satisfied with job. Looks newly built with pressed brick, \"pure white marble slab over doorway has inscription exactly similar to the old one.\"  Expects W. W. Corcoran (boat) soon.  ER-20, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Expresses regret at the poor attendance in October. Has had cistern in west circular lawn cleaned. Hopes that the new boat will improve attendance.ER-20, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Incomplete and clipped in places. Mount Vernon. November has been unprofitable, has cut expenses.  Again asks Association aid in paying bills.  No day with over 25 visitors.  Expects increase when new boat arrives. Hundreds of people waiting for it and some favorable weather. ER-20, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. W.W. Corcoran, Major Blake's new boat, reached Washington last night after stormy voyage. Will make her first trip to Mount Vernon tomorrow with a large party. It is the most handsome and best outfitted boat on the Potomac. Expects extensive advertising.  Will run clear days in winter.  November had bad weather, poor receipts.  Cut pay tolls and other expenses.  Gives itemized statement of all outstanding bills. Mansion insurance paid for 2 years, groceries, lumber, payroll, Superintendent's salary for October and November equal $702. ER-20, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sails for Europe on June 7.  Hopes to have Mrs. Hudson's minutes before sailing.  Wonders why Regent doesn't resign. ER-18, p. 169\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement re an \"enclosed paper\" that seems to be a statement of Secretary Tracy for the Regent, although no date and no signature are given. ER-13, p. 15\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Cold, thick ice damaged oat twice. Mount Vernon ice house filled.  Mrs. Washington (Vice Regent) wants him to advertise in a magazine she contributes to. ER-18, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. Restored the picture to its original state. Contracted to have Illinois Room restored to original condition. Will make drawing of ceiling, take down stucco work, restore lost pieces, etc. Believes first thing to be done on lower floor isn't to furnish \"but to make the rooms ready for furniture.\"  Thinks it would have good effect on public if entire interior could be artistically restored. ER-5, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. At this date cannot render detailed account of work she requests.  Lists vouchers by dates and total paid for repairs.  Plumbing bill high, includes building cistern, ram house, laying drains around Mansion, greenhouse, also repairing water pipes under latter.  Lumber cost $49.86.  Mrs. Brown sends money for flag in memory of Tennessee Grangers.  Post Office at Mount Vernon is a savings.  Explains use of lunch table receipts, knows table is profitable.  Nathan will gladly take it over and pay Association for privilege.  Payrolls, etc. would be increased if table is run privately.  Strict economy in winter. Guide, clerk and policemen discharged, payroll cut in half. ER-20, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. Explains what she and Mrs. Barry have decided on restoration of their state rooms.  Tried to get original coat of paint, engaged Emmart \u0026amp; Quartley (Baltimore).  Engaged a woodcarver Henry L. Fry to make Ohio coat of arms. Thought all ladies on her floor should know these plans.  Cincinnati's Mount Vernon Society raised $2000 in entertainment to be used in furnishing Ohio room. ER-17, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. A. Jackson, publisher of Washington's Will, is at Woodstock, Virginia.  W.W. Corcoran owns copyright, all stereotype plates and several thousand copies of document.  Sent latter to Mount Vernon for sale, but retained plates. ER-18, p. 182\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete and clipped. Chicago. Have money to restore West Parlor.  Emmert and Quartley to do work.  Ceiling to be removed, new plastering to replace stucco, lost pieces restored, paint scraped off wainscoting, original color reproduced.  Arms over mantel to be painted in heraldic colors, also crest and monogram in fireplace, old cornices renewed.  Will keep to original when it can be discovered.  Facsimile of furniture in Hamilton family in New York which Mount Vernon can copy.  Had painting over mantel restored last summer by German artist.  Has written another Appeal to send newspapers of state.  ER-17, p. 254\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Chicago. Mrs. Leiter to see chair in New York and will have designs drawn of it and the set owned by Mr. John Hamilton, which are facsimile of those formerly at Mount Vernon. Next thing for them to do is to have all the rooms renewed before furnishing  and then furnish slowly with just the right pieces. She is canvassing state for money to furnish Illinois room. Wants to reproduce everything that was originally in the room. Details of work to be done in Illinois room. Original color to be used. Sends a circular she has had printed in city papers. ER-5, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received a check for $70 interest which will be placed to MVLA credit. ER-20, p. 59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Cupola repainted. ER-5, p. 114\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mansion floors repainted. Smoke House and Old Barn all to be restored as originally planned. ER-5, p. 115\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Work on Delaware room. Inform her how many pieces of paper used in room. Asks cost of taking paper off and painting woodwork. Will send money as soon as bills are received. Curtains sent and coat of arms. ER-5, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. in writing of Mrs. Farnsworth's daughter. New Rochelle. March 29, unfinished letter with few lines. April 10, her daughter finishes the last letter her mother wrote to Mrs. Comegys that was found in her desk. Her mother had a stroke of apoplexy but lives on quite helpless. ER-17, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends her manuscript for Minutes, asks her to arrange for printing and return originals to Acting Regent to be entered in Record.  Will start work immediately on Report for public.  Refers to paying Gardner's bill for negatives, draining Hollingsworth and Sarah's quarters.  Mr. Barlow's picture finished. ER-18, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Townsend concerned about Post article as such criticism interferes with raising funds.  Suggests some Vice Regents better visit Mount Vernon without warning Hollingsworth.  Suggests asking Regent to have Mrs. Harrison make such a visit and report in letter to New York papers.  Speaks highly of Regent.  Glad she approves her plan for business at Council.  Refers to \"financial crisis\" the Association is passing through when she worked so hard to avert it.  Hopes for increased funds from boat, repairs more costly than expected. Her insistence that Hollingsworth pay all bills monthly failed.  Paid $250 for horses bought last year.  Expects to \"pull through\" after careful study of the situation with Regent.  Favors a Finance Committee.  Superintendent should make more careful estimates. ER-18, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Offers Joseph Ball's (father of Mary Ball Washington) liquor case with one of the decanters and the horn tumbler to the Association for $150. Gives dimensions of case.  Holds 9 decanters. Rose wood.  Knows the location of Washington's card table. Mahogony lined with sun base. Small cups to the right of each player.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Addressed to \"My Darling.\" Three pieces of Martha Washington's china promised to Association by Mr. Corcoran. ER-5, p. 33\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Sends check to repay him for expense in decorating Delaware room. Not offended at the bill. Afraid she has given him offense about the papers. ER-5, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks them to appoint another Treasurer as his private business consumes his time.  Regrets he cannot go to Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 61\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Refers to Resolution sent him and receipt of $6161.37.  Has sent Mrs. Laughton list giving his opinion on investments.  Thanks MVLA for their action re his withdrawal as Treasurer and insists he has not the time to give to the MVLA that their business should have. ER-20, p. 62\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. While in New York she saw some unimportant Press comments on Mount Vernon.  Refers to brief Council Wednesday through Friday.  Thinks more time and deliberation should be given to Council at Mount Vernon.  Engraving for Mount Vernon not well packed.  Noticed Ohio room was completed. ER-14, p. 129\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Accomplished much in a brief session at Grand Council.  Program well planned by Regent and Secretary. Glad Mrs. Broadwell is chairman of the House Committee and Mrs. Halsted relieved of some of her many duties.  Tells her instructions given Nathan on cleaning, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly.  Must be kept clean. ER-17, p. 254\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Miss Floride Cunningham offers to furnish room with furniture from Regent's family home \"with furniture brought from England and contemporary with that of the time of Washington.\" Docketed \"A Communicattion for Council.\" ER-6, p. 231\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. In writing of secretary. Says examination of books would be impossible. Books can't leave Mount  Vernon. The Regent has transactions in the monthly reports.  Why has roof not been painted. ER-20, p. 195, ER-20, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Suggestions for changes in Minutes.  Receives statement re Superintendent's room and board by Association. His own report showed himself as \"not boarded.\" Suggests having terms of his commission defined at next Council.  Asked him for reason why roof was not painted, wants also to know how he knew there were no funds.  Wants to know for Minutes why one Council order was carried out and not another.  Refers to $4000 for dredging. ER-18, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received her check for $2870.00.  ER-20, p. 60\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Carpenters work on Tom's house at Alexandria entrance. Plumbers bill for \"necessary repairs to ram which met with an accident, thereby rendering it disabled.\" Also repairs to boiler in greenhouse. Painting and roofing Tom's house. Glazing on greenhous.  New York coat of arms, business very dull since November 1. ER-5, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes and extracts copied by Susan Hudson sent to Mrs. Barnes for examination. ER-4, p. 91 through ER-4, p. 101\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft list \"The above List of names of V.R. have had their letters forwarded by Express or private hand by order of Council - many letters \u0026amp; copies of letters were retuaned to await further action of Council -\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria, VA. Will be pleased to see him at any time. Wants to visit Mount Vernon again. Has been visiting there for 40 years. Talks about Masonic book. Presents a copy to be used in Lafayette's Room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint notice with note by Mrs. Sweat \"per order of the [acting] Regent Margaret J.M. Sweat Secretary of Councils.\" ER-18, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete. Re burglar alarm. ER-5, p. 34\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authenticity for the family bible belonging to Mary Ball Washington given to her via Betty Lewis and then to Robert Lewis and then to Mrs. Betty B. Bassett. Embossed and signed by Benjamin Weaver, a Justice of the Peace, and William S. Brown, Clerk of King George's County, VA. W-408\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explains difference in payroll caused by hirings, firings and increases in salary. West Ford's son married to white woman and moved into porter's lodge without permission. Dismissed him at once. Weather very cold, ice on river. Not as strong as before his attack.  Postscript on December 15. Sends estimates for new road. Filling ice house. ER-5, p. 117\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Addressed to \"My dear Mrs. H.\" Council urged by Virginia visitors to attend Yorktown celebrations. Mount Vernon funds can be used. Mrs. Walker's resignation. Mrs. Sweat holds 8 proxies. Mrs. Washington arrived with visitors. ER-6, p. 233\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived a letter from her cousin Angelina Livingston Hamilton, she asks Regent to answer.  She refers to Mary Morris Hamilton as Alexander Hamilton's sister which is a mistake, she was his granddaughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation from Yorktown Centennial Comission to the MVLA to attend the ceremonies and to come in their boat from Washington to Yorktown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her to act as proxy at Council. Suggests Mrs. Henry Herbert from Montgomery as Vice Regent for Alabama. Suggests investment for the Association in the Libby Factory and in the Enterprise Factory. Signed \"your friend and sister Eve\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot be at Council because of dying brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Description of 1881 Council. ER-6, p. 235\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Warrenton, Virginia. Wishes $1500 for Washington's Masonic apron.  Asks what Mrs. Leiter is willing to pay for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas delighted with the talent and dignity of the business ladies of the Association. Hopes Regent will be offered proper transportation to Yorktown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Leesburg. After talking to her husband she has changed her mind and feels that the trip to Yorktown would be in the best interest of the Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about trip to Yorktown. Has Massachusetts done anything about the Library? Each Vice Regent should train her successor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Shelter Island, New York. Heard reports of Council, gave her proxy to Mrs. Ball. Regent presided with great dignity. Northern Vice Regents think there is \"none her equal\" in all respects.  Wants to be at Mount Vernon meeting in October when French delegation is received and accompany them to Yorktown.  Papers say Mr. Corcoran offers to pay expenses. Mrs. Ball denies this.  Asks Mrs. Comegys to go with her. ER-17, p. 256\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Giving her resignation as secretary of the Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe only Vice Regent that meant any harm was West Virginia. Feels sorry for Connecticut. Mrs. Sweat was right about Yorktown project.  Believes that her illness was malaria contracted at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. Would have voted affirmative on Yorktown project if she had been present at Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Requests portion from minutes which authorized the supression of printed minutes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. San Francisco. Pleased to receive word the Council approves gateway and awaits drawings promised, to take matter in hand.  To have work harmonize with surroundings must leave choice of form, dimensions, and material to those closely in touch with Mount Vernon.  Work must be done in East, but desires estimate of cost be sent with drawings.  Asks also if there is to be a celebration of surrender at Yorktown. ER-8, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leesburg. Thanks her for the reports. Wishes Council were a few days longer to allow more deliberate action. Has heard nothing about Yorktown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Warrenton, Virginia. Mrs. Ball informs Miss Longfellow that necessity forces her to part with several Washington relics which she holds for financial reasons.  Holds a Masonic apron and a ring box. Will sell for $1500.  Brief history of apron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Attorney at law. Winchester, Virginia. Asks to be informed of Council's decision about Yorktown trip.  The Virginia Board would be much pleased to accompany MVLA as a special escort.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Council decided that the trip to Yorktown would be impossible unless the government provided funds.  The funds have not been provided.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charlestown, West Virginia. Ladies of MVLA invited to Yorktown Festival but at their own expense. She considers it, therefore, \"an empty compliment.\"  Mr. Corcoran gave Mrs. Garfield $5000 and she feels he could have paid for the Ladies' trip to Yorktown or a gift to the MVLA endowment fund.  Despite this seeming affront to the Association, she hopes the Ladies will have a reception at Mount Vernon for the French delegation coming over for the Festival.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Has talked to Senator Johnson.  Yorktown Committee unable to provide transportation to or quarters at Yorktown for the MVLA. ER-5, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMissed last Council, but hopes to go to the next one.  Hopes to send gift to Mount Vernon from widow of late President Polk, a memento of him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charlestown. Mrs. Sweat also feels foreign delegates to Yorktown Festival right to be received at Mount Vernon. Could have arranged for a Navy steamer to take guests to Mount Vernon, but felt this was not her duty and others might have considered her meddlesome.  Praise for new Vice Regent from Alabama, also W.W. Corcoran for his assistance to MVLA.  Is thinking of writing a brief history of Mount Vernon.  Wants to talk up the idea at next Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Clipped letter. Matter of where in the Mansion to place the \"Lafayette Chair.\"  Discusses assassination of President Garfield.  Has asked Lafayette's grandson for mementos of the General.  Chair was sent.  Hopes something can be done with French delegates to Yorktown Festival. ER-17, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Matter of selling Confederate bonds held by MVLA.  Glad MVLA out of Yorktown Festival.  Felt it was not their business.  Berry collecting for the chapel. ER-6, p. 237\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nordington. Asks about new boat.  Saw Mrs. Hudson in New York. Asks for measurements of room above Council Room, will complete furnishing it for West Virginia. Sympathizes with Regent, so soon a widow again.  Will give Miss Johnson facts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills for work done in Mansion, paid and unpaid. Bill for repairs to the New York Room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Report.  Presentation of newspaper dated January 2, 1800 reporting death, funeral, etc. of Washington. Gift of George. A. Tomlinson. M-1126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted notice signed by Margaret Sweat, Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 189\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Report of 1882 Grand Council. ER-6, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hurried through her work at Mount Vernon. Council was harmonious, regrets Mrs. Hudson was absent.  Miss Longfellow and Mrs. Herbert agreeable additions.  Mrs. Eve was ill.  Superintendent has changed, looks worn and old.  Council did not raise his salary but voted him $100 and 2 weeks vacation.  Will invite him to Wisconsin. Rooms definitely assigned permanently. Mrs. Hudson had not stuck to one room on main floor but had name over bedroom door and also room in cottage.  Mrs. Eve had parlor.  Mrs. Yulee took room next to hers. Mrs. Herbert took room next to Hudson.  Will build old road used by Washington from Milwaukee school children's money.  Wants him to use money given to build West Gate.  Mount Vernon never looked as lovely as now. ER-18, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has several works he is prepared to sell to the Corcoran museum. Original model of Houdon's bust of Washington.  Says this the only bust of Washington from life.  Lists 5 others he is prepared to sell. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Check enclosed for her Council expenses. Mrs. Eve in Baltimore. It was a pleasant Council. ER-5, p. 35\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard. Package addressed to Miss Longfellow at Mount Vernon.  He wishes to know what is to be done with it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Strongly opposes asking Congress for anything for endowment fund.  ER-5, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. Henry Howell Lewis. Certificate authenticating a sword as the one willed to Washington's nephew George Lewis.  Description of sword, brief history of it. W-84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Eve takes Mrs. Hudson's room. Changes of rooms among Vice Regents. Gift of $100 to Hollingsworth to enable him to make a summer excursion. Disapproves of ladies having fare paid to and from Council, when Mansion is in such a bad state of repair. Not enough money to finish painting. Thinks only those whose states gave $3000 to endowment fund should have fare paid. Thinks they should ask Congress for appropriation. Mrs. Sweat has had all coats of arms stowed away in third story. ER-1, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Addressed to \"My Dear Friend.\" Re Council. Mrs. Herbert in very poor health.  Annual Council largest ever held. ER-14, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside. Advises her to move her furniture into room Georgia has claimed and put state coat of arms over door. Georgia had no right to claim the room without asking her first. Traveling expenses. ER-1, p. 242\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Sweat's reading at Council of Mrs. Hudson's confidential letters. Dispute between Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Eve over room. Entrance fee angers many visitors. Believes government should endow Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 243\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ansonia, Connecticut. Has newspaper describing death and funeral of Washington dated 2 January 1800.  Prepared to donate it to MVLA for use in its Connecticut Room.  Hopes to frame it with wood from the Charter Oak. M-1126\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCatalog of flowers and other plants grown at Mount Vernon for sale. RM-1056,  ER-5697\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy William Macleod, Curator of the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Embossed and signed by Arthur T. Brice, Notary Public. Disposition and documentary authentication that Clark Mills had removed the Washington bust from Mount Vernon in 1849 and later placed it with Corcoran Gallery for safety.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Ward restored plaster bust of Lafayette found at Mount Vernon, made bronze copy of same.  Are now ready to be delivered to Mount Vernon. H-167\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard. Asks McLeod if he ought to publish Clark Mills' statement about the Washington bust now that Mills is dead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten notes by Lily Laughton on Macdonald's letter concerning the publication of a statement on Washington's bust after the death of Clark Mills.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Cannot advise MVLA on what to do as far as Washington bust is concerned.  Has weighed legal aspects of case. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Nephew of George Steptoe Washington. Verifies sword held by Riggs as that bequeathed by Washington to George Steptoe Washington. Sword purchased from him by George W. Riggs.  Also sold a Stuart portrait of Washington. W-85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Woodlawn. Concerning efforts to restore Woodlawn. Washington antiquities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSteamer Mary Washington. Firm in Brooklyn to contribute carpet and bed hangings for West Virginia Room.  Wants measurements of the room's windows so curtains can be made. ER-14, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. References a Jefferson autograph letter given to the Ohio room by Mrs. Comegys. Mrs. Broadwell remembers the hospitality offered by Mrs. Comegys of her newly restored room in 1876. Notes that in Josiah Quincy's writings he mentions how his father visited Judge Bushrod Washington and slept in George Washington's room and \"saw him.\" ER-17, p. 258\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. Amazed she has not received acknowledgement of her gift to Ohio room. Received the Jefferson letter and $5 for framing.  Has sent her report to Mrs. Sweat. ER-17, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington, D.C. Lemonade glass she gave to Mount Vernon from time of Washington. Used at Mount Vernon and bequeathed to Bushrod Washington. W-535\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brunswick. Thanks her for copy of MVLA Report.  Feels it is a very well done Report.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Asks for payment of MVLA pew rental at Pohick Church for the year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Vases arrived, placed in the Georgia room. Servant troubles. Nathan and Sarah in bad humor since lunch table was abolished. Few visitors. ER-5, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Georgia room, coat of arms and fireplace in Georgia room unfinished but screen hides it from visitors. Most of old oak has been made into goblets, etc. and sold. Will save a few pieces for her. Dogs sent to her son. Lunch table abolished. Nathan and Sarah to blame for its not being a success. ER-5, p. 119\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Acknowledges payment of MVLA pew rental at Pohick Church. Receipt signed by A.C. Landstreet, Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Emmart and Quartley letterhead.  Re restoration of dining room.  Strength of plaster and woodwork good. Stucco ceiling, cornice, parts of mantel and walls need to be remodeled. Details method of doing work planned.  Ceiling to be painted light grey, stucco and cornice picked out in soft white. Walls painted light tan drab (thinks original color), woodwork, door and window frames to be white, doors stained oak (thinks it was original), mantel stucco restored painted half polish black.  Marble slab in fireplace restored, brick work repointed in cement, hearthstone mended with colored cement.  Floor in good condition to be puttied, stained, waxed. Refers to work done in West Parlor.  Gives cost estimate.  Asks about board of workmen at Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with D. S. Troy for purchase of relics and Mansion repairs for $658.92 expenditures on deposit of $749.35.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recollections of Council of 1868. Conflict with Mrs. Morse. Account of her life and duties at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. At request of Records Committee she continues \"resume\" of her years at Mount Vernon. Cites Regent's voluminous correspondence with Vice Regents. Mrs. Halsted's great activities and gifts. General Michler's repairs made with funds from U.S. \"claims\" settlement. Cites a few gifts and definite repairs. Also gardener Craig's improvements in grounds and gardens, building of greenhouses, sale of produce.  Marginal comments of Mrs. Hudson.  ER-4, p. 75\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. Has remained in office despite her inability to be active because she believes many things she knows should die with her. Awkwardness of answering some questions of a successor. Relates whole history of difficulties with Miss Tracy. Account settled with Miss Tracy and receipt received from her. The receipt has disappeared and fears Miss Tracy may cause them trouble. Relations between Regent and Miss Tracy. Money unaccounted for. Association attacked after war. Her answer to attacks not published by Boston Paper. Sends draft of her answer. Newer members know nothing of these difficulties. In writing history of Association, is necessary to emphasize Mount Vernon itself and what has been done to preserve it, so any errors in the doing are forgotten. ER-5, p. 202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bleak House. Reminiscences of Civil War days at Mount Vernon.  Visits of Prince Jerome Bonaparte, son of George Sand in party.  Secretary of State Seward brings Lord Lyone and Admiral Milne of British Navy and Charlotte Cushman. ER-15, p. 264\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of extracts from letters of Nancy Halsted to Philoclea Eve, recounts the Councils of 1868 and 1869.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter (clipped). Montrose, near Augusta, Georgia. Answers her questions re Mrs. Ritchie who died in London 12 or 14 years ago, no children.  Miss Cunningham wished her to write the history of the MVLA as she thought her \"the only one who would do her full justice.\" Mrs. Eve's last letter from her was dated from Paris. She corresponded with Miss Cunningham until too feeble to write. Her letters destroyed.  Mrs. Ritchie's  sister-in-law, Mrs. John Giddings, lives in Baltimore. ER-17, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. Has found paper in safe. Much relieved because of Miss Tracy's vindictiveness. ER-5, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment. Re Mrs. Ritchie's portrait. ER-17, p. 261\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Feels MVLA might not to bring up subject of bust at meeting. At the time, the MVLA's attempts to take over possession seemed weak. Feels legal position of MVLA not strong. H-709\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Re estimate for repairs on Tomb. Eleven panels on side and rear renewed with cement, requiring no paint, having its natural color unchanged.  Inside Tomb done in light grey cement.  Iron railings around four monuments painted black, brickwork pointed up, stained and penciled, roof painted, coping and tablets painted white, lettering blackened, floor oiled, door of vault painted, cost not including board for workmen, $210. ER-6, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. Sorry to hear so few Vice Regents in attendance at Council.  Wishes her to have something said on the bylaws of the MVLA concerning new rules against vote by proxy. ER-17, p. 259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Approves plan for repairs on Tomb and asks that work be started immediately.  Asks for examination of back of Tomb and estimate for properly draining ground, also for board of workmen. ER-6, p. 252\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regrets Mrs. Hudson was not at Council.  Asks if she needs any particulars from Minutes.  So glad so much can now be put into printed reports. ER-18, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Buckingham Hotel. Superintendent's mind \"has been affected by his attack.\"  Mount Vernon expenses $2000 more than income.  Mr. Blake, Hollingsworth's friend, cannot understand expenditure.  Analyzes his failures.  Southern newspaper prints an attack on MVLA.  Seems \"to have emanated from Mount Vernon.\" Thinks Council should be summoned and employees dismissed.  MVLA accounts should be ready for inspection at any time. ER-18, p. 274\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Superintendent's mind \"has been affected by his attack.\"  Mount Vernon expenses $2000 more than income.  Mr. Blake, Hollingsworth's friend, cannot understand expenditure.  Analyzes his failures.  Southern newspaper prints an attack on MVLA.  Seems \"to have emanated from Mount Vernon.\" Thinks Council should be summoned and employees dismissed.  MVLA accounts should be ready for inspection at any time. ER-18, p. 191\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thinks newspaper article criticizing Mount Vernon was written by some of the Superintendent's visitors or under his knowledge. He spent money recklessly, he seems to have \"lost that character of manliness and self respect…either by illness or never being what we fancied him.\" Need for close, accurate accounting.  No improvements this year and Association is in debt. Borrowed from \"sinking fund\" which is sacred.  Hollingsworth has lost his memory, cannot do his own writing, employs incompetents. ER-18, p. 273\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fears a feeling of \"North and South\" creeping into MVLA.  Suggests resolution for each to defray her own expenses to and from Mount Vernon until income is increased, and also that committees be restored.  Have Finance and Greenhouse Committees, but Mansion Committee was discharged as house is furnished.  Wishes a \"wise woman could be found to superintend affairs\" at Mount Vernon.  Suggests abolishing or curtailing proxies.  Approves Mrs. Sweat's ability and Regent as presiding officer. ER-18, p. 275\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Newsclipping attached discussing Council of 1884. Discusses the death and eulogies for Mrs. Barry, Vice Regent gossip at Council, and Mrs. Farnsworth's room being given to another Vice Regent after her resignation. ER-1, p. 245\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Requests permission to horse-hay-rake. ER-5, p. 120\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Eulogism of Mr. Halsted left out of minutes by secretary. Secretary inserted \"fulsome commendation\" of herself by Mrs. Comegys, whom she ridiculed at earlier Council. Mrs. Herbert a great friend of Association. ER-1, p. 247\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Council earlier than usual because of malaria in Washington. She herself has been sick with it. Disappointed Mrs. Hudson wasn't at Council, gave her proxy to Mrs. Ball. ER-5, p. 37\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. On letterhead \"The Latest New York Success, William Harris in the Dead Heart, Series of Romantic Plays.\" Asks him to secure Mount Vernon's key to the Bastille to use for publicity purposes in his tour of theatrical performances, part of proceeds for Confederate Veterans home. W-14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Encloses William Harris's letter asking for loan of the Bastille key to help raise funds for Confederate veterans.Asks for loan of key to Bastille for raising funds for Confederate Veterans Home. W-14\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement by Henry B. Lewis. Certifies a sword as that bequeathed by Washington to George Lewis and passed through Lewis family until purchased by Mrs. Ella S. Herbert. W-82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRector of Christ Church, Alexandria, Virginia. Holds bible which originally belonged to Washington and later given to Christ Church.  Wishes to sell to Mount Vernon in exchange for funds adequate for new organ for Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Sells Washington sword given to George Lewis to Ella S. Herbert on condition it is to be placed in Mansion at Mount Vernon permanently. W-82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explanation of complaints against Hollingsworth. ER-5, p. 121\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. torn on last page. Warrenton, VA. Papers of Truro Parish, lost for near a century, rediscovered.  Mrs. Forbes' brother-in-law is to write its history.  Washington was very active in parish.  Plans to maintain work of MVLA.  Wishes to leave materials relating to the MVLA and its work.  Forbes feels this will benefit MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Statement of authenticity by Gabriel Johnston. Description of the bell and its history. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping, no source.  \"Interesting relics discovered in the Mount Vernon Mansion:  slippers worn by a lady of Washington's family.  The House that suffered agonies 80 years ago:  Visitors to Mount Vernon having their pictures taken.   Relics found:  slippers, leather belt, newspaper February 17,  1800, bottles, maps. Further descripton of Mount Vernon and visitors. ER-17, p. 260\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Statement by Thomas Capner. Description of the history of the bell. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Old zinc roof over front part and supporting wooden ribs eroded, should be replaced with new tin roof over old one, and new ribs. Estimate $170.  Gutter with cement to drain rear of Tomb $30. ER-6, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, D.C. Grand Council accepts estimates for repair of Tomb of $170 and $30. Urges prompt completion of work. ER-6, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Delayed answering Mount Vernon letters for about 3 months.  Mentions death of Mrs. Yulee and Mrs. Herbert, comments on other Vice Regents. ER-13, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of a letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has been cruelly misunderstood by some members of Council. His \"crime\" was to write to Regent of Nathan and Sarah's dishonesty and she made the letter public. All servants are his enemies now. His enemies in Council are out to ruin him. Defends his actions. General Lee advises him to retire in dignity. Enumerates his difficulties in carrying out his instructions. His best hands dismissed. Mount Vernon has gone down sadly in the last year, fences rotting, etc. for lack of enough hands. Public angry against them. Feels he must resign to save his character. ER-5, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mourns loss of two Vice Regents.  As requested, sought legal advice re status and duties of Virginia Board of Visitors.  Sends her names of new Board appointed by Governor Cameron, hopes Board will meet during Council and plan wisely for same.  Asks about four shares of Bank Stock, so long unreported. ER-14, p. 135\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Finished ceiling, sides, woodwork, tiles in hearth according to estimate of November 7, 1870. Gives details of work done. ER-14, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Emmart and Quartley for restoration of the New York Room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marion. Satisfied having heard Mrs. Laughton's defense of the Vice Regent from California against charges made against her.  He hopes to visit Mount Vernon. W-259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Asks for his opinion as member of MVLA's Advisory Committee of validity of MVLA's two charters. Have been working under both for 28 years.  Present Regent disagrees with first Regent's opinion on subject, so asks for a written opinion. ER-17, p. 263\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItemized bill from Gibbs and Nicholls work on the Tomb from October 1884 to April 1885.  Bottom note reads \"Correct Emmart and Quartley for work on Tomb, May21st/85\" ER-6, p. 253\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Wishes to know when next MVLA Council will be so he may prepare for Holy Communion that Sunday at Pohick Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Work on Tomb completed, rubbish removed, \"dirt cleared…beds on sides of Tomb fixed…\"  Bill enclosed. ER-6, p. 254\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint booklet, 6 pages. Opinions on constitution, charter of MVLA and visitorial power over it.  Feels the Board of Visitors has right to visit, examine, report. If MVLA fails in its duties, state of Virginia has right to take possession of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Offers free legal assistance to MVLA whenever they feel need to call upon his services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. \"Estimate for repairing and restoring tiling, next to and adjoining the whole front, removing one cause entirely, and as much as is necessary of next…same to be laid in Portland cement.\" ER-14, p. 199\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Presented a map of New York dated August 1, 1876. M-181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has in his possession clothes worn by Washington at his first inauguration.  Has coat, vest, knee britches, shoes, one knee buckle.  His cousin willing to part with more for $350.  Can document their authenticity.  Presently John Augustine Washington is their custodian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Ladies grieved to hear he intends leaving Mount Vernon today. Begs him to stay until after Decoration Day to offer them his protection. ER-5, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thanks the Vice Regents for the resolution passed during Council. ER-5, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Desires to stay at Mount Vernon until a successor is appointed. Will remain today and help protect Ladies and the place. Is obliged to return next week to settle accounts with Association. ER-5, p. 125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn letterhead \"House of Representatives U.S. Washington, D.C.\" Bill for shipping, frame and inscription over door, frame for sword and hanging pictures. W-82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Application for position of Superintendent for Mount Vernon. Signeed endorsements on the reverse. Endorsement on the reverse.    ER-18, p. 298\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington. Elisha F. Riggs introduces Harrison H. Dodge who has been for years in their \"Country House.\"  Because of eye trouble, wishes to apply for position vacated by Superintendent Hollingsworth.  Recommends him. ER-18, p. 298\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recommends Mr. Dodge as Superintendent to replace Hollingsworth. ER-18, p. 298\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Recommendation for Harrison Dodge, but no Superintendent's family can live at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Indian Hill Farm near Newbury Port, Massachusetts. Recommends Dodge, his wife's nephew, for Superintendent of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recommends Dodge for Superintendent of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 299\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Gives data re his life and business experience, which supplements his formal application. ER-18, p. 300\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Calls a meeting of committee on selection of a Superintendent for June 23. Several applications for job. Committee consists of Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Townsend, Mrs. Halsted and herself. ER-5, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Meeting postponed until 25th to oblige Mrs. Mitchell.  Five applicants for job of Superintendent. Believes experience in farming is necessary to the job. ER-5, p. 42\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Torrisdale. Regent asked Committee on the Superintendent to meet June 25.  Mrs. Walker absent.  Chose Dodge because of his splendid backing.  Regent unable to acquaint him with Mount Vernon duties, so Vice Regents Mitchell and Halsted went there \"to give orders.\" Regent, when she found Mrs. Comegys away from home, asked Mrs. Townsend to go with her to Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived payment for work in the cellar of the Mansion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Re work on inside of Tomb which is a \"very great mortification\" to him.  Send Mr. Foose, cement worker, to remedy dampness.  Plasterer Abrahams admits using very little cement on inside (had underestimated cost).  Asks her to explain defect and correction to Council.  Writes of Abraham's deception in his work, as he hears he is working at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Regrets his opinion on \"vexed\" question of the rights of the Board of Visitors was not read at Council, asks for a copy.  Has only copy of Reverdy Johnson's opinion.  Compares opinions of Johnson, Merrick and Tucker. Reference to Hollingsworth's authority as justice of peace.  Reason for asking for another opinion, must yield generously to southern Vice Regents.  Pencil note by Mrs. Comegys states Regent's idea of powers of a chief justice to render an opinion. ER-17, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Sends two copies of opinion printed by order of Council, one for Vice Regent and one for Judge Comegys.  Wants copy of his opinion on same subject.  Minutes and Reports have gone to printer. ER-17, p. 272\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Offers oil painting of Great Falls of the Potomac to MVLA. W-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atlantic City. Unsatisfactory work on Tomb. Abrahams did bad job on it, did not line it with Portland cement.  Mr. Fosse, Mr. Emmart's man, tried to get out of redoing work. Seems to be a connivance between the two men. Hopes Emmart will correct the situation. ER-6, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and copy. Legal explanation of the right of visitation and opinion on the Virginia Board of Visitors for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for repairs and paving of portico and brickwork as estimated to Council of 1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Pleased with reports of Superintendent.  Comments on progress of Association and Vice Regents' ability to cooperate in their undertakings. ER-18, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment. Preservation of Miss Cunningham's letters to Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Comegys and herself are very valuable to Association historian. Mrs. Rathbone is the new Vice Regent for Michigan. ER-17, p. 268\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Repairs to cellar, roof repaired.  Need new lightning rods. ER-5, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Questions the price, design, etc. for the greenhouse.  Whelan seems indifferent, long in getting his plan and estimates.  Found his houses dirty with rubbish about.  Recommmends deferring building another year, repairing present house, put in new furnace as necessary. ER-18, p. 277\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipted bill for repairs on West Virginia Room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Sweat's \"superintendence of printing of Minutes and Reports\" began in 1879, has no extra copies of previous ones.  Mrs. Hudson attended to printing before 1879.  Keeps a small supply of back issues on hand.  Hopes there will be no more 10 day Councils while she is secretary. ER-17, p. 271\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Milwaukee. Received letters of Mr. Dodge and Mr. Whelan. Had been annoyed at Whelan's \"laxity and inattention to our requests.\"  Did not collect more funds, but decided to wait until next Council about greenhouse, repairs on old houses, but if necessary furnace can be put in at once.  If Regent agrees, tell Mr. Dodge and Whelan to abandon the new house. Will work it up next Council. ER-18, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. A. D. Emmart went to Mount Vernon and inspected work on Tomb and declares it is now properly finished.  Advises having \"whole inside of earth vault\" covered over and drained to sides and front. ER-6, p. 255\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Received check for $410 for repairs on Tomb and glad she finds work satisfactory.  Sends bill for repainting two doors as ordered by Dodge. ER-6, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Asks her to send next year's money for pew rental for MVLA at Pohick Church.  He likes Mr. Dodge and feels he will be a good Superintendent. Same people agitating to place Mount Vernon under US government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Visited Mount Vernon in June with Mrs. Barnes.  Bricklayer had finished work, found many things to displease her. ER-13, p. 32\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections and Private Memoirs of Washington\" where he describes the \"white chariot\" owned and used by Washington while president. H-737\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Painting, \"View of Great Falls of the Potomac\" is ready to ship, on box is pasted original certificate of authenticity. W-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Leaksville, North Carolina. Mr. Dodge deeply concerned over appearance of brick pavement in front of Tomb.  Urges \"squeezing\" $80 from grounds' appropriation for work.  Expects to raise some money in schools February 22.  Regrets she did not hear Canon Farrar's lecture. ER-6, p. 257\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Wills \"View of Great Falls of the Potomac\" by Beck (oil painting) to Mount Vernon with original certificate. W-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Submits plan for establishing \"separate groves to contain flora indigenous to\" each state and territory.  Suggests bringing students from a civil engineering school to Mount Vernon to make a topographical survey. ER-5, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for laying brick pavement in front of the Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Refers to survey he \"sketched\" from cupola, and urges a complete topographical survey of grounds. Offers to have his son give his time gratuitously to it. ER-5, p. 41\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMultiple letters and lists concerning individual contributions to the Maine Room fund in support of Mrs. Sweat's efforts to furnish and repair the room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMultiple bills and receipts for work done and furnishings purchased for the Maine Room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Doesn't wonder Regent is puzzled and provoked about greenhouse business.  Cannot understand how Hollingsworth can so consistently offer inadequate estimates to Council.  Cannot reconcile Whelan's letter with estimates, suggests need for \"forcing house,\" and that a Philadelphia glazer might reglaze greenhouse for less than $375.  Agrees it would be well to put Mrs. Campbell's gift in one thing such as \"forcing house.\" Greenhouse repairs will come out of grounds fund. ER-18, p. 281\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the writing of Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine. Financial report by the Regent. Mansion, foundations must be carefully watched and protected. Soil requires continual vigilance, garden walls - rebuilding of portion. ER-5, p. 39\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy. Certificate as conservator of the peace. RM-722, PS-4907\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Sweat successful in furnishing Maine Room.  Says she is welcome to bedstead. Repairs needed soon in Louisiana Room.  Has heard excellent reports on Mr. Dodge.  Happy Mrs. Sweat will furnish Maine Room with old furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of $20 payment by Mrs. Sweat for bedstead for Maine Room.  Had not planned at first to sell, but to give it to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington, D.C. Bill for greenhouse repairs. New boiler in west greenhouse, repairs old pipes, new pipes, credit on old boiler. Received payment of $85.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Re work on portico, which Dodge says is unsatisfactory.  Impossible for him to get stones to match old pavement.  Asks that his bill be paid. ER-14, p. 198\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Sends original certificate belonging to the oil painting,  \"View of the Falls of the Potomac\" by Beck. W-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Charles Wilson Peale portrait of Washington as a younger man for sale by Boston Art Museum.  Feels it may interest MVLA.  Price for the portrait is $6,000. H-17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with extract copies. Muckruss, Virginia. Their house burned before Christmas. They are living temporarily with Col. Arthur Herbert.  No insurance.  Will build again.  Gives details of fire and items saved.  Memos re Mount Vernon burned, must rely on her memory to give review of her life at Mount Vernon which is briefly told from her appointment in September 1859 through the Civil War period when the Regent ordered her to Mount Vernon and told her to take title of Sec of Assn, so as to have authority for action during Regent's absence.  Re Mrs. Ritchie's letters and Regent's plans for publishing early Vice Regent letters. Urged Regent to cull each of their letters for archives and destroy others, but Regent kept everything, hardly destroying a memo. The work Mr. Herbert did is in Mount Vernon Record, which was comprehensive while published.  ER-15, p. 265 (Extracts ER-16, p. 146 and ER-17, p. 274)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipted bill for 50 cents for fitting two keys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sarah has agreed to cook for them at Mount Vernon. Dislikes having a caterer. Meals at the lunch room are abominable.  ER-5, p. 45\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSword held by Mount Vernon not one \"willed\" by Washington to Mr. Lewis, but rather one given to him and worn by Washington in the war and at Braddock's defeat. W-82\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has in her possession a pair of carved wood flower stands which belonged to Mount Vernon, presented to Dr. W. Thornton by Washington.  Offers them to MVLA for $300. W-7A and W-7B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Official appointment to Exposition Board of Promotion, ex-officio.  Permanent Exposition of the Three Americas Constitutional Centennial 1889, World's Exposition in 1892. ER-17, p. 278\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. F. A. Richardson of the Baltimore Sun called to ask about organization and finances of the MVLA.  Regent is absent. He has been commissioned to write an article about the Association and wishes \"to do us justice.\"  Asks her to call on Mr. Richardson, giving him last Report. ER-19, p. 179\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Makes a semi-official report.  Answered three letters from Mrs. Comegys to Regent.  Miss Johnston has asked aid on Guidebook.  Mr. Riggs has sent her an agent from the Baltimore Sun, Mr. Richardson, who wishes an authentic statement of the past, present and future of the Association to be given him because renewed attacks on the  MVLA are becoming serious.  E.F. Riggs showed Mrs. Sweat a letter envelope with \"Shall Mount Vernon be free?\" in big letters. Circulars calling for action against the MVLA are being circulated. ER-14, p. 147\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks him to send her bills to be paid.  Mr. Young to classify and arrange all MVLA Reports. ER-18, p. 102\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. The Sun, Washington Bureau. Sent her copy of The Sun containing his article on Mount Vernon and thanks her for the assistance given him. ER-19, p. 182\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will permit financial report verbatim leaving off receipts after Council.  Mr. Riggs' reports details items hard to explain to adversaries. Will ask his advice re report and send Regent results.  Asks about report on endowment fund, if invested.  Forty dollars has been returned, traveling expenses. To be used for 100 plants from Mr. Saul.  Reports on Mrs. Riggs' statement re Treasurer's Report.  Encloses copy of Richardson's article in the Baltimore Sun which seems fair. ER-18, p. 148\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Permanent Secretary of Councils.  Thanks her for the report and minutes, showing her part in last Council. Realizes she has not represented her own work fairly.  Refers to the contributions she has made and original purchase on taking over Mount Vernon. ER-19, p. 185\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has been to Mount Vernon. Sends to his friend a photograph of a painting by Trumbull of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal printed note of acknowledgement to Lyman for the gift of the painting \"View of the Great Falls of Potomac\" to MVLA. W-2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer resignation as a member of the Committee on Records. Gives reasons for resignation. ER-5, p. 232\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Explains gift of her father to Association. Railroad \"crash\" brought value of bond low. Now the value is higher, and Mrs. Sweat hopes eventually to have 3 shares of stock to add. ER-18, p. 193\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received long delayed relic list from Dodge, will compare it with text from the guidebook and send the Regent a corrected list. Will curtail Mrs. Washington's list. Has minutes, reports, and printed constitution.  ER-18, p. 192\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Re Dodge's dismissal of Mr. Nicholls who claims Dodge wishes to employ a nephew, Chester, in his place.  Mr. Nicholls thinks he is employed by Council not Dodge. ER-18, p. 103\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Concordville, Pennsylvania. Deposits a chair at Mount Vernon used by Washington in the first Executive Mansion. W-259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reference to Washington chair. W-259\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMargaret Sweat - List of expenditures for articles placed in Maine Room.  Total bill for items $528. Total amount raised $528.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Margaret Sweat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Regrets she disapproved of efforts to decorate stage for benefit. ER-5, p. 43\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Boston. Has no information on the painting of Washington given by his grandfather, Israel Thorndike, to the Massaschusetts Historical Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Her mother, Mrs. Comegys' prolonged illness. Mrs. Comegys is busy arranging her Mount Vernon papers in form of a report for next Council. To be a condensed account of Mount Vernon work in Delaware before as Vice Regent was appointed. Gives a gift to repair Delaware room. ER-5, p. 239\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses newspaper clipping regarding bills introduced to legislature. Proposed railroad and their desire to purchase land from Mr. Burke as a protection against it. Falls Church and Potomac Railroad Co. Urges her to apply to Virginia legislature for right to purchase more land. Recommends William Wirt Henry as an able Richmond lawyer if needed in fight to restrict railroads crossing into Mount Vernon land. ER-6, p. 262\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegislature is back in session earlier than expected.  Has heard that the proposed railroad will probably fail due to a lack of capital.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegards purchase of bonds, application to legislature for extended powers and orther areas concerned with coming of the railroad to Mount Vernon.  Feels MVLA ought not to either purchase bonds or ask for extension of powers to prevent the railroad from coming to Mount Vernon.  Feels an \"inactive\" policy best in this situation. ER-18, p. 196\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Sends Mrs. Du Pont's letter and check for work to be done in Delaware room. Will try to complete report on work in Delaware before her appointment as Vice Regent. ER-5, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted notice to attend Council by Margaret Sweat, Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 194\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Auburn, Massachusetts. Asks if pair of tripods, formerly belonging to Martha Washington would be acceptable as a gift to Mount Vernon.  W-1A and W-1B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment from three sons of Mrs. Robert Campbell, late Vice Regent for Missouri, of $300 for two surveyor's tripods formerly belonging to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Requests Regent to send money for annual pew rental at Pohick Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate for the authenticity of two tripods (candlestands) original to Washington, in possession of Reverend G. G. Murphy of Gonzaga College. By Virginia Miller. W-1A and W-1B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTestimony that to best of his knowledge and on testimonry of Virginia Miller of Washington, D.C., two tripods sold to the sons of Mrs. Robert Campbell once belonged to Washington.  W-1A and W-1B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends certificates and testimonies authenticating the pair of tripods as original Washington pieces. W-1A and W-1B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York Historical Society. Informs Mr. Bowen of reference to the existence of a portrait of George and Martha Washington by a Mr. G. Wright.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript. Certifies that she has held the Joseph Wright portrait of George and Martha Washington.  Believes these are the Wright portraits, but has not been positively ascertained.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Provides character reference to Mrs. Frances Dunning telling Bowen that her statements in regard to the Wright portraits of the Washingtons can be accepted as honorable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cannot definitely authenticate the Washington portraits by Wright.  But quite sure they are original.  Her grandmother, an acquaintance of Washington's, often said they were so.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Virginia legislature is soon to convene. Will let her know when so that she can be there to conduct any Mount Vernon business. ER-6, p. 264\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland. Treasurer of Portland and Rochester Railroad answers Mrs. Sweat's request that all MVLA dividends be sent to Mr. Elisha Riggs in Washington, D.C.  Has sent Mr. Riggs a check for $9.  Another dividend to be paid in January.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Apologizes for failure to report to her his receipt several months previously of dividend from the Portland and Rochester Railroad Stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gainesville, Florida. Must come to Richmond soon if any hope to stop state legislature from passing railroad bill detrimental to Mount Vernon interests.  She ought to get aid of General Lee of Virginia and Mr. Henry  in the matter.  Both interested in Mount Vernon.  She can do no more to stop it. ER-6, p. 264\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTestimonial given by Vice Regent from North Carolina, Mrs. Letitia Walker. ER-19, p. 197\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Painters have done well and charged moderately.  Reduced minutes to \"baldest statements\" as other documents were voluminous.  Asks when she shall send duplicate copy of report.  Finishes work for the year but resignation cannot take effect until next Council. ER-18, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Writes concerning railroad bill and what might be done. If it is true, is he interested in helping Mount Vernon. Mrs. Laughton will come to Richmond to discuss matters further if necessary. ER-6, p. 265\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Governor Lee has had railroad bill amended in such a manner that road can go to any point in Fairfax Co. with exception of Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 260\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Felt two railroads running near to Mount Vernon might be source of trouble to MVLA.  Thanks the governor for amending the bill so Mount Vernon will not be affected. ER-6, p. 267\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. If the Wright portrait is original, believes it to be a copy of one by Savage, done in 1790 for Harvard College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter by Harrison Dodge for the Regent to the Chairman on the Committee of Rivers and Harbors. Calls his attention to the fact that improvement of the channel by the government years ago was never completed.  Only a small boat can now reach Mount Vernon's wharf. Dodge will present MVLA's needs which MVLA wishes embodied in bill before Congress. ER-14, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript, signed. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C. Dodge appeared before Committee On Rivers and Harbors re the improvement of the Potomac River channel to Mount Vernon which the Committee will give careful consideration. ER-14, p. 200\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Washington, D.C. Chairman of the Committee on Rivers and Harbors. Thanks him for his courteous attention to Dodge.  Feels sure action of his Committee will be of lasting value to Mount Vernon.  ER-14, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Philadelphia. Re Washington portraits. Comments on Mr. Winsor's article. Says Miss Johnson's book is unreliable. Answers queries in letter of February 27. Says Bowen's portraits of George and Martha are not by the same hand. Says it is not by Savage but probably by Wright. Discusses problem with dating them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on letterhead. Washington, D.C. Re lightning rods, has placed one on Mansion, suggest rods be placed on barns and other buildings. ER-14, p. 202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dover. Informs the Regent of the death of his wife Margaret Ann Comegys, a former Vice Regent of the MVLA. ER-5, p. 241\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gives names of Vice Regents present at Council of 1868, also relates to her information about those present. ER-5, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Washington, D.C. Asks that they send her the value they place on Washington's desk chair which she will submit to Council in May. W-159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten by Ella B. Washington with note at bottom by Harrison Dodge. Received of Nellie Deans the Field Glass of Gen. Washington. Presented by Col. Robert Lewis to Anna Maria Dandridge Deans. Note at top says the accession was returned or withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on Washington and Lee University letterhead. Lexington, VA. Cannot furnish desired information re Washington's desk chair.  Suggests writing to George Washington Parke Custis' niece, Mrs. Britannia Kennon or to Col. Butler whose wife was a niece of Custis.  W-159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cannot recall whether he stated past values of railroad stock at last Council.  Wishes Mrs. Sweat to ask Mr. Hudson whether he did or not.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on Senate Chamber letterhead. Richmond. House subcommittee met. Moore proposed amendment to keep railroad from going to Mount Vernon.  To be adopted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typescript copy. After studying charters of MVLA and Mount Vernon Railroad Co. he concludes therRailroad has no right coming any closer than the edge of Mount Vernon land. If railroad tries it, they can get an injunction or suit against trespassers.  ER-6, p. 269\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria, VA. Re history of certain papers, taken from ruins of building consumed by fire in Alexandria. W-1310 A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript. Philadelphia. Surveying for railroad from Alexandria. Believes it will benefit Mount Vernon. Suggests superindendent and engineer agree on proper location for station. ER-6, p. 268\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Thanks him for his information re new railroad. Even \"pecuniary advantages\" to the Association cannot compensate for having a railroad station near Mount  Vernon. Dodge has succeeded in keeping it off the property of the Association. ER-16, p. 270\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Linden Lodge. Has obtained from the Department of State a correct list of trees which Washington planted on his lawn with minute directions as to the places they were planted, etc.  From Washington's Journal Mr. Dodge has already started replanting of those that have died. ER-18, p. 108\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hermitage, Tennessee. Asks for information re history and organization of the MVLA.  She is the wife of General Jackson's adopted grandson.  As the Hermitage may be sold to the highest bidder, she is considering formation of an Association similar to MVLA to control the Hermitage.  Her husband owns Jackson furniture and relics. W-159\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. MVLA does not intend to present the Washington Continentals with a stand of colors on Washington's birthday the forthcoming year. ER-5, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. It is the policy of MVLA to use no funds for purposes other than the care and preservation of Mount Vernon.  They cannot present Captain Mills' company with stand of colors.  Cannot understand how the rumor that the MVLA would do so ever got out. ER-5, p. 47\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Attorney at law. Requests information about the disposition of the portrait of an ancestor, Dr. Rittenhouse. When last at the Tomb of Washington, the portrait was \"ignominously relegated to an obscure attic room.\" Has corresponded with Mr. Dodge. W-125\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Proposes selling some railroad stock and buying script or debentures of the same road. Discussion of Mrs. Long or Mrs. Weed as Vice Regent for Florida. ER-5, p. 208\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hermitage, Tennessee.  Re Washington's desk chair at the Hermitage. W-139\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn \"Mayor's Office\" letterhead. Fredericksburg. Certificate by Absalom P. Rowe, mayor of Fredericksburg, for the dinner bell which belonged to Mary Washington and was placed with Mr. Rowe by John P. Herndon.  Mr. Rowe sold it to Mrs. A. M. Johnson. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Pohick Church will have a centennial service to commemorate the anniversary of Washington's  inauguration.  Dr. Philip Slaughter to speak at service.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Marked \"confidential.\" Concerning publication rights and royalties for his work \"Eminent Americans,\" following the bankruptcy of his publisher. RM-718, ER-4894, A-313.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pohick Church. Thanks MVLA for providing $50 to Pohick Church to restore front of Church.  Asks that she pay the annual pew rental \"at her convenience.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Receives check as secretary for $116.80 for printer and postage.  Mary Leiter has sent her \"Biographical Sketches of the Generals\" (1889). ER-18, p. 104\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Wesleyan College. There is no Vice Regent for Georgia, so she writes to Regent re authority to provide suitable furniture as gift of her state for Mrs. Washington's sitting room.  Offers her grandmother's (Eliza Ball) mahogany work table and thinks she could collect other appropriate things. ER-18, p. 282\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Department of State. While visting Mount Vernon, Sir Julian Pauncefote, Minister from Great Britain, noticed a memorial tree planted by the Prince of Wales in 1860 had died.  He told the Prince about it and the Prince desires to replace the tree. ER-14, p. 164\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Wesleyan College. Wants her native town, first named for Washington, to furnish the Georgia Room.  Suggests a table, chair, old candle shade, sofa, antique chairs, vases, pictures, etc.  There is no Vice Regent for Georgia at this time. ER-18, p. 282\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Torrisdale. Acknowledges her letter re furnishing Mrs. Washington's sitting room.  Mrs. Eve of Georgia, formerly the oldest officer in the Association, has been dead a few months and changes in furniture are gradually being made.  Work table used by her grandmother Eliza Ball would be acceptable. The MVLA will pay transportation expenses and label it suitably.  The Georgia Room was furnished by money given to Mrs. Eve but she did not select articles.  Unable to authorize her to make public appeal for contributions, but can accept volunteer work or a family and friends. ER-18, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. British Legation. Acknowledges his assistance in arranging with the Regent for the planting of a memorial tree. ER-14, p. 164\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Department of State. Sends her a letter he received from Sir Julian Pauncefote re planting a memorial oak for the Prince of Wales. ER-14, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Edgewood. Re return of Stolle's portrait of Ann Pamela Cunningham to the artist, it's \"worthless to the Association in its present condition.\" M-405 A\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pelham, New York. Offers to sell MVLA a piece a foot square, bearing escutcheon, made from the door panel of Washington's coach. W-643\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Suggests an English oak, but will ask Dodge to call upon the British Minister and offer his services in carrying out the planting of a tree for the Prince of Wales. ER-14, p. 163\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pelham, New York.  Door panel from the coach was chosen by Bishop Meade, is of a yellowish color.  Also has an army chest with Washington's name and gives history of chest. W-347\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Wesleyan College. Re furniture she wants to send to Mount Vernon. Must send to New York for new brasses for table. ER-18, p. 283\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Pelham, New York. Her aunt, Adele Bolton, thanks him for the check for $60 and has sent box and panel. W-347\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Presents to MVLA an enamel portrait of Washington painted by Henry Bone, ca. 1825, from original by Gilbert Stuart. Encloses printed description and history of picture. M-645\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re gift of an enamel portrait of Washington painted by Henry Bone from original of Gilbert Stuart. M-645\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Wesleyan College. Has shipped an antique glass candle screen and old work table for Georgia Room. Describes donor of the candle screen, Julia Anthony. M-122\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Children of Kansas raised $1000 for quarters.  Does not want to ask for more at this time. Suggests leaving second story unfinished.  Will attend Council if needed to explain contract for quarters. ER-11, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Awning for benefit of Council in Mrs. Townsend's apartment. Legislative Committee and Governor to be received on the 20th. New York member of Advisory Board should meet with the Council. No word of any history of the Association. Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Comegys entrusted with the work. Sorting out papers at Mount Vernon.  ER-1, p. 249\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Will attend next Council.  Regrets difficulty with Bradshaw.  Needs $200 to finish quarters and does not want to ask for more money in her state.  Urges Mrs. Hudson to keep secretaryship, thinks she should be paid for work.  Offers to remain after Council and copy papers.  Suggests duplicate copies of all reports and resolutions made, one for filing and one for press. Suggests order of business to be made permanent.  Six thousand names of school children in her Record Book. ER-11, p. 186\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Possible Washington mirror for sale.  Elaborate frame, but several pieces chipped on it.  Soon to arrive at Mount Vernon. She hopes she can be at Mount Vernon for its presentation to the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses protective railing for Vaughan mantelpiece, upcoming Council, and difficulty of working with other ladies. RM-551, ER-4202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. There is a misunderstanding. She cannot prove the mirror is a Washington piece.  She can prove it was at Mount Vernon, but not that it was there during time of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has just learned through Miss Ruxey that the mirror is not a Washington relic.  Wants to know what to do about the public appeal for the funds which was published in the May 5th Times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Needs to raise money for the John Augustine Washington mirror.  Not sure it was a Washington piece.  Not sure transaction can be made before Council time.  Will get in touch with his descendants to seek its authority.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Regrets not having been to last Council.  Matters of railroad coming to Mount Vernon again discussed. ER-18, p. 106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has checked into background of Washington sword Mr. Riggs holds.  Although it had Washington's name inscribed, curiously was first sold to another man. Ford is unable to ascertain whether Washington ever owned the sword at all. W-85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Charlottesville, Virginia. Wishes to sell Washington's violin to Mount Vernon.  Valued at $1500 but will sell to MVLA for $800.  Also includes violin case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Quakertown, PA. Justice of the Peace. Just returned from pilgrimage to Mount Vernon.  He is profoundly impressed with sacredness of the place, excellent preservation of grounds and buildings, accommodations and courtesies shown by subordinates.  Suggests a flag to fly at the Tomb.  Asks that Washington Camp No. 456, POS of America (Pennsylvania) be allowed to place a flag on Tomb. ER-14, p. 166\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark.  Re Mansion repairs. Early repairs described. ER-1, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Fredericksburg, VA. Wishes to buy the Mary Washington dinner bell from Mrs. Johnston. Can only do so if the price is reasonable as his client cannot pay high price. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Re early history of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 251\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Newark. Opinion of a Georgia woman, a Vice Regent candidate. Ashamed there was nothing \"Washingtonian\" in the Georgia Room. ER-6, p. 116\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. British Legation, Washington. Transmitted to Lord Salisbury for Prince of Wales, a full account of planting of n oak tree at Mount Vernon and the Prince wishes his grateful acknowledgement of MVLA's courtesies. ER-14, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Sir Julian Paunceforte's proposal to put an iron railing around tree planted last year. A message to him from the Prince and the gift of Washington memorial spoons. Also he wishes to give $10 each to the men who prepared the ground and lifted the tree. Encloses an inscription to post for the tree. ER-14, p. 165\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond. Would like to buy the Mary Washington bell from Mrs. Johnson, but the Association for Virginia Antiquities cannot pay the high price requested for it. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Has searched through papers of Washington's executors.  Prepared to sell lot of several thousand items for $5000.  Will give MVLA first choice if they desire the items. W-13\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Thinks Mr. Havemeyer would allow her to copy the papers he bought which he intends to give to Mount Vernon.  Had the deed to Dogue Run Farm.  Quotes price on the Martha Washington bible.  Sale of books and 50 Washington letters to be held in Philadelphia in January. AA-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAudley. List of 24 books purchased and note of authenticity by H.L.D. Lewis \"I hereby certify that the foregoing articles are from the Estate of Genl. George Washington \u0026amp; from the Estate of his nephew \u0026amp; last surviving Executor Maj. Lawrence Lewis.\"  AA-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Craigie House, Cambridge. Pleased with list of books purchased for Mount Vernon library. AA-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on letterhead. New York. Sorry MVLA cannot raise funds to buy Washington bible.  If he can, he will also donate two Washington ledgers to the MVLA valued at $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. on letterhead. New York. Cannot seek out someone to buy the Washington bible from him to give to the MVLA.  Better if the MVLA seeks out its own donor.  Asking $325.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Williamsburg, VA. Has a book originally owned by Washington.  If the MVLA is unable to purchase it, he will sell to Boston Athenaeum.  Encloses description of the book. Offers it to MVLA for $100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. No success in Philadelphia sale.  Prices high, but sorry he did not bid more.  Hearst's man was bidding, so he \"gave up in despair.\"  Itemizes his bids.  Will turn over his Washington deeds at $100 each. AA-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Sent \"Washington book\" to Mount Vernon.  To be a larger sale of Washingtoniana at Philadelphia in April.  Thinks \"these crazy prices\" will not last.  AA-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Re Jackson item bought by Hearst.  Last sale of Washington books was in 1876, sold at $3.50 to $6.50 as your catalogue shows.  Itemizes some prices.  Has sold deeds to Mount Vernon. AA-12\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Smithville, VA. Has Gilbert Stuart portrait of Mr. Giles, painted near time of Stuart's \"Washington.\"  Says  he permits Bowen to place it on market for $100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Walton, Georgia. Holds scarf pin given by Washington to her grandmother. Full description of the article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bladensburg. Is the MVLA interested in the purchase of Mrs. Annie Johnson's Mary Washington dinner bell? W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Offers Mary Washington dinner bell to the MVLA for $500.  Will send the bell to Mount Vernon for their inspection if they wish.  She can prove it's authenticity. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Authorizes bids on MVLA account for Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Re high prices and believes buying was done by Mr. Hearst.  Mirror went up to $495. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Certificate by Jane Chester Cunningham for the authenticity of a Ball family vase given to the MVLA. \"From the Old Knickerbocker Homestead, Presented by Mrs. Abram Kinckerbocker.\" M-493\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Dalton, Georgia. Asks $7000 for Washington scarf pin.  Asks Ladies to assist her in selling it if not interested themselves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Sends bill of purchase for Washington sale. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of certificate of authenticity by Lawrence Washington. W-83\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Received a check for $585.  Reports on a letter offered and the bidders. Procuring a table and mirror owned by Washington when in Philadelphia. It was exhibited at the old Peale Museum. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sturgis, Michigan. Has a bell-pull given to him by someone who took it from Mount Vernon.  On a recent visit he saw similar one there and wishes to return it. W-1118\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cincinnati. Has purchased a piano stool with MVLA stock via their request. W-56\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Her aunt was offered $20,000 for the pin or brooch which Washington apparently presented to Nellie Brown.  Asks Mrs. Laughton to make an offer and she will consider it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate sworn by Richard B. Washington, brother of John Augustine Washington III,  that the sword given by John Augustine Washington to Lawrence Washington was a George Washington original. W-83 A and B\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re the death of Mrs. Halsted and her eulogy.  Cites her many contributions to the Lafayette Room and to the whole Mansion.  Also her untiring devotion and loyalty to the MVLA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re the mirror and table that belonged to Washington while in Philadelphia.  Mirror with mahogany and gilt frame, glass unbroken. Owner is the  granddaughter of Charles Wilson Peale, previously exhibited in the old Peale Museum.  She also owns a tea caddy.  Finds it difficult to secure interview with Miss North re item 9 in her letter. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Amies will sell tea caddy for $35.  It is oval, fancy inlaid wood on front lid.  Thinks it is made of satin wood.  Washington gave it to Charles Wilson Peale.  Refers to securing table and mirror. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote by Alrerda Amies. \"This is to certify that in order to preserve this tea cady by my order the hinges and catch were put on about thirty three years ago.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate. No. 169. Saint Paul Auxiliary to the Mount Vernon Association. This certifies that Urban Zirkleback ist the owner of one share(s) of the Capital Stock of the Mount Vernon Association full paid and non-assessable. Rebecca Flandrau, Vice Regent.\" Five cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Re packing furniture and sending tea caddy.  Sends drawing of the mirror and table, measurements are accurate, glass intact, to be re-silvered. Describes the frame. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Delighted the MVLA secured the table and mirror.  Mrs. Amies thanks you.  Sends affidavit for tea caddy. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Alrerda Amies. Embossed and signed by Notary Public John G. Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Called on Mrs. Amies and gave her some money in advance on items for Mount Vernon.  Names the prices and goods being packed. Affidavits will be made. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. The MVLA is unable to provide funds to help purchase portions of historic Valley Forge.  The do give moral support. She suggests that the state legislature of Pennsylvania might help.  What has happened to the Valley Forge Association?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Mr. Howard Nece. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Sent mirror and table to Mount Vernon.  Sorry you were not pleased with tea caddy. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authenticity by Alrerda Amies for the mirror which belonged to George Washington and was in his house in Philadelphia.  Provides provenance for items. Embossed and signed by John G. Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ann Arbor. Re purchase of Washington mirror, furniture ordered for Mrs. Washington's parlor, writing desk, Smyrna rug, curtains, set of Chippendale furniture, and two arm chairs upholstered in Louis XVI damask. W-102, W-106\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers for sale a desk or bureau that belonged to George Washington. Broad writing lab with drawers underneath, below this a center cupboard and drawers on either side. Give history of the desk and asks $1000 for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authenticity for the \"engraving of Louis XVI which, with the frame, was presented to Gen. Geo. Washington by Louis XVI…\"  inherited from John Augustine Washington by Lawrence Washington. A-148\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authenticity for a sword which belonged to George Washington and was chosen by his nephew Major George Lewis who had second choice by the will. Identified as inauguration sword. Signed by Henry Howell Lewis. W-84\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tells of Mrs. Laughton's passing - Mrs. Townsend was there when she died. Talks of her last conversations with Mrs. Laughton and her illness. Mrs. Sweat left her book of poetry at Mrs. Townsend's while visiting. She did not know Mrs. Sweat had such talent to write poems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Edgewood. Pays tribute to the Regent, Mrs. Laughton, who died recently.  Discusses calling Grand Council. Does not want control left in the hands of Superintendent only until June. Doubts if financial committee has authority to disburse funds.  Possibility of seventh clause of the Constitution, electing a \"President pro tem.\"  Will vote for whatever seems best for Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hudson solicits opinions of the \"original\" Vice Regents. ER-4, p. 276\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria. Re death of Mrs. Laughton. Unwise to hasten election of new Regent.  Wrote Mr. Riggs and Superintendent Dodge asking if she could do anything as Chairman of Finance Committee as Regent held all the powers of handling money \"we consented because she was on the ground and did it well,\" but they should pass a bylaw before electing a new Regent providing financial authority in interim between death of a Regent and election of another.  Suggests Mrs. Townsent for Regent. She had been intimate with Mrs. Laughton and is a capable leader. Mrs. Walker could also be considered but will \"acquiesce to majority.\"  Everything is in prosperous condition. ER-18, p. 279\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Villa Alexandria. Re election of new Regent after death of Mrs. Laughton. The bylaws need addition on this subject. Possible method of voting in this emergency. ER-18, p. 278\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCall to Grand Council in Washington on  December 2. Issued after death of Regent.  Signed by Vice Regents Walker, Sweat, Ball, Comegys, Washington, Hudson and Townsend. ER-18, p. 280\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Office of the Governor of Virginia. Re death of the Regent, Mrs. Laughton.  Praises her excellent work as Regent. ER-4, p. 49\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Re meeting called for appointment of the new Regent.  Favors Mrs. Townsend.  Asks if other business will be transacted, if voting by proxy is permitted and suggests appointment of new committee on bylaws. ER-11, p. 186\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Expects to attend Council next week.  Approves election of Mrs. Townsend for Regent and gives reasons for same. ER-14, p. 133\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublication - \"Kate Field's Washington\" newspaper, Vol. 4 with short article about Lily Laughton. RM-193, NEWS-2954\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $100 paid for a chair formerly belonging to Martha Washington. ER-19, p. 207\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Secured from Reverend Smith, his assistant, the purchase money for the chair sold by the venerable Lucy Harrison, pensioner of the Church of Ascension during the past 19 years. It was kind of Mrs. Hearst to pay such a liberal price.  Mrs. Sweat states that Mrs. Hearst obtained proper certificate for the little wooden chair which stood by Washington's death bed with open bible on it from which Martha Washington read aloud.  History of chair authenticated and old black serving woman's reputation established.  Receipt for $100 signed by Augustine J. Smith, Jr. assistant minister. ER-19, p. 205\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint copy. RM-53, PS-2061\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $321.65. Forty dollars belongs to Pohick Church endowment fund.  Encloses report of Detroit Mount Vernon Society.  ER-18, p. 105\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Unanimous thanks voted by Council for the loan of the sword given by General Washington to his nephews. W-85\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"List of Plants, Shrubs, etc. Grown at Mt. Vernon, and Sold for the Benefit of the Place.\"  Fourteen different categories are outlined.  All inquires to be addressed to \"Franklin A. Whelan, Mt. Vernon (on the Potomac), Fairfax County, Virginia.\" RM-131, MS-2363\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. with typed transcription. Gift to Mount Vernon through Mrs. Sweat of two chairs bought at sale of Mrs. Judge Rogers of Baltimore, as having been part of the set formerly owned by Samuel Chase. ER-19, p. 201\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plans of the Mansion drawn by Theophilus Chandler, architect. RM-912, ER-5443\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plans of the Mansion drawn by Theophilus Chandler, architect. RM-913, ER-5444\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint reproduction of the written lyrics for \"My Country 'Tis of Thee.\" S.F. Smith. \"This autograph March 13, 1895\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Stratford. Sends Mrs. Ames, the new Vice Regent for Rhode Island, a copy of the minutes of 1894, 1895 and the Annual Report.  Asks that she take possession of Mrs. Chace's Mount Vernon papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence. He has gone though Mrs. Chace's papers and destroyed most of them. ER-5, p. 183\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Restoration of the garden walls and fences. RM-459, MS-3561\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote written by Susan Hudson about Mary Goodrich, past Vice Regent for Connecticut.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote written by Susan Hudson on the need to publish past Council minutes that were never published because very little information exists regarding those meetings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a note written by Mrs. Townsend regarding restoration of the n the \"New York Quarters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted notice to attend Grand Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She is to make a list of all gifts to the MVLA by or through the Vice Regents. Also a complete list of all restorations.  Wishes to have list from Mrs. Sweat and one of her predecessors, Mrs. Little, of all gifts by or through Maine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sorry Mrs. Sweat unable to attend Grand Council.  Mr. Dodge has done much at Mount Vernon since last Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Briefly informs her of proceedings of the MVLA Council.  Parliamentary report of Mrs. Sweat adopted almost in total. Bylaw governing Rules of Order adopted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Brief report of Grand Council. Visitors to Mount Vernon at Council time. Discusses Mr. Dodge and his work and health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. Missed Mrs. Sweat at Council.  Praises her for her work with the Maine records.  Notes that a General Krops wishes to give a chair for the Maine Room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Cochran Hotel. The MVLA Council wishes to know the history of the title of Mount Vernon from the time it first came into possession of the English crown. RM-524, ER-4309\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Miss Ward to place letters of Miss Cunningham, Miss Tracy, and Mrs. Hudson into scrapbooks.  Hopes to get all done this year.  Wonders what is best way to go about it all. ER-11, p. 186\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Asks if she wishes her report to be printed in the minutes in full or in part.  Prefers herself to do it in part for reasons of space.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Wishes to see Ohio subscribers listed in full in the report.  Lists several corrections she desires before minutes are put into final form.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Apologies but report has gone to the printer and changes cannot now be made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Filed in book of Miss Tracy's letters, October 1, 1860 - September 1861, mostly to Ann Pamela Cunningham, some to Mrs. Comegys and others, drafts, etc.  Had one of Mrs. Sweat's books for an example. ER-11, p. 187\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. England. Had rug removed from Illinois Room.  Mrs. Barry did nothing toward furnishing Illinois Room. Mrs. Leiter spent \"several thousand dollars\" on furnishings including engravings, rug, Lafayette chair, (globe and spinet were in room when she took it). Rare old cashmere rug cost $500. ER-18, p. 107\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Corrections cannot be made. Sends her printed list of all Ohio subscribers for distribution.  Mrs. Abney removed as Vice Regent of Ohio because had left the state and because she missed Grand Council.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Defense of her own position regarding correction of the Report and her now former position as Vice Regent of Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Continues defense of her own position in difference with Mrs. Hudson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemoirs or reminiscences of Virginia Watson Campbell on Ann Pamela Cunningham and the early MVLA. Written by request of Mrs. Hudson of the Records Committee.  Describes Miss Cunningham's first interest in Mount Vernon, developed from her mother's description of it. The first appeals and her meeting with Edward Everett. Notes by Mrs. Hudson included in folder. ER-4, p. 6-11\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn writing of Margaret Sweat. Re the matter of giving the Financial Report at Councils.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Burlington, New Jersey. Has possession of the cast of the face of George Washington.  Was presented by Lorenzo Lewis to Mrs. Boyer's grandfather.  Must sell it for financial reasons.  Is one of original three made by Houdon, she claims.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore. Re  colonial Virginia kitchens which might bear on the restoration of the Mount Vernon kitchen.  Advises the Regent to visit an early kitchen at Eastville, Virginia. AA-4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Rowe, the mayor of Fredericksburg, VA. Re Mary Washington dinner bell and its succession of owners after her effects were sold. W-822\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re furnishing the kitchen which Mr. Dodge was restoring.  Has oak table and chairs for Mount Vernon. Advises as to the best type of clock to have in 18th century kitchen. AA-4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1) Receipted bill for $1.50 for the repair of a smoke jack to be used in the newly restored family kitchen. 2) Bill for the shipment of three barrels from New York.  Receipted bill for $2.30. 3) Receipt for $21.25 for full payment to Jesse Murray for constructing kitchen dressers at Mount Vernon. 4) Receipted bill for $35 for hinges, andirons, spits, chain wheels, shovel and tongs for used in newly restored family kitchen. 5) Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore Railroad Company to Harrison H. Dodge, a bill for the freight of 510 pounds of furniture at a cost of $8.32, receipted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Memorial by Margaret Sweat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. incomplete letter. Washington, D.C. From a Cunningham descendant. Sees newspaper clipping of tablet erected to Ann Pamela Cunningham and writes of family ancestry, coat of arms, and spelling of name. ER-11, p. 180\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re the will of his grandfather, John Quincy Adams. W-447 (Historic Manuscripts collection)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Writes to inquire if they may keep the framed deed of land of Augustine Washington which included Mount Vernon. Some members of Council thought the asking price too high, but it is very important to them. Would he consider changing the price. RM-524, ER-4311\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote by Clarence Cunningham, Rosemont. In regards to the spelling of the name Cunningham. ER-11, p. 181\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft note commending the work of Charles Sprague Sargent at Mount Vernon. RM-1125, ER-5809\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. To the Editor of the Ladies Home Journal. Has read Dean's Second Romance of Mount Vernon in February issue. Tells how as a child in 1858, he met Miss Cunningham in Richmond, became interested in Mount Vernon, visited the schools twice a week and obtained subscriptions for $1500.  Describes how Miss Cunningham had him kneel while she laid a sword across his shoulders, saying \"Rise Sir Knight of Mount Vernon.\" ER-14, p. 195\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript signed. Newbury, Vermont. Glad to hear he enjoyed her novel \"Joy Street.\" RM-1024, MS-5653\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Discusses her brother's interpretation of the MVLA's charter and the building of a new road, railway, etc. ER-11, p. 129. Undated 001.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Discusses publication of MVLA reports, statements, etc. Resignation of Mrs. Little and appointment of Mrs. Pickens. ER-1, p. 237. Undated 002.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Laments she is too feeble to knit or work more with her hands to help others, especially toward raising money to help now destitute southern families. Discusses poor conditions of the south. Low visitation at Mount Vernon where she is depressed and feels she is not being helpfult to anyone. Briefly mentions attempting to get money from Congress. ER-1, p. 271. Undated 003.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter with news clipping re the sale of Washington's cane and spy glass purchased for the MVLA and to be gifted to Edward Everett in appreciation of his work for Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 93. Undated 004.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses the publication of her letter to John Augustine Washington and comments by Mrs. Hale on the subject. ER-1, p. 23. Undated 005\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Not addressed to Gilmer but thought to be written to him. Discusses the worries and efforts she has experienced in creating the Ladies Association. Mentions her mother wanting the Association to be only for southern ladies. ER-1, p. 11. Undated 006\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Describes plans to approach John Augustine Washington concerning their efforts to raise money for Mount Vernon. Says \"a lady could do what would be denied a gentleman - especially if it be to speak for her sex on such a subject too!\" ER-1, p. 13. Undated 007.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses efforts on behalf of the Mount Vernon cause and in the Virginia legislature. ERL-31. Undated 008.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Re updates to something Pellet wrote for Miss Cunningham. Thanks her for enclosed letters. ER-1, p. 69. Undated 009.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received her letter regarding Coupon Bonds. References a letter from Edward Everett who praises her and all their efforts. Give her list of influential people to write to on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 77. Undated 010.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Discusses general business of the Association, several ladies she has selected as Vice Regents, and Miss Hamilton's efforts for the cause. ER-11, p. 119. Undated 011.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Discusses how to best approach John Augustine Washington concerning Mount Vernon, his dislike of the publication of stories and letters about Mount Vernon so far, and his desire to sell to Virginia. ER-11, p. 9. Undated 012.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft to Sarah Tracy with a letter fragment from Sarah Tracy to Miss Cunningham. Discusses their current circumstances, Ann Pamela Cunningham on her plantation and Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 183. Undated 013.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Written during or just after the war. Mentions an \"air bed\" for Council, they are made in Philadelphia. ER-1, p. 275. Undated 014.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Dated January 27, no year. She is pleased with Mrs. Sweat as Vice Regent of Maine and wishes she were closer to Washington so they could meet and talk more. Says there is only $107 in the MVLA treasury and they are not receiving enough from visitors, wharfage, etc. They are in debt to Mr. Herbert, Miss Tracy, and others. They have only 25 acres of land in cultivation for their needs. Visitors are destructive and this requires men to watch over certain areas of the estate. Even ivory from the keys of Nelly's harpsichord have been broken off. Discusses necessity of lobbying Congress for reimbursement of funds. Very costly to keep Mount Vernon in good repair as Washington left it. ER-11, p. 157. Undated 015.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Re amount of bond payment. Says Council will be held only once a year or when the Regent feels it is necessary. This should make it more convenient for him to attend. ER-11, p. 55. Undated 016.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Dated October 22. Holds her in high esteem from their acquaintance while living on Spruce Street, but she has heard a rumor that Mrs. Davenport is telling people the money collected for the fund will not actually be spent on Mount Vernon. Cannot believe this rumor but wants to hear directly from her. ER-11, p. 97. Undated 017.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Philadelphia, the 9th. Discusses Mr. Washington's reactions to the press he is receiving and his letters being published. Also, Mr. Everett's work for Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham assures him it is all a misunderstanding and there is no reason to stop their negotiations for Mount Vernon. Also assures him Mr. Everett is working on their behalf. ER-11, p. 6. Undated 018.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Thanks them for the invitation to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania's meeting and lecture of Edward Everett on the character of Washington. Accepts their offer. ER-1, p. 88. Undated 019.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrafts of two or three letter. Writing very faint. One letter to an unknown recipient regarding the hiring of a secretary. Letter on reverse, probably written by Ann Pamela Cunningham for her mother to Governor Gist, asks that he relieve his plantation manager to come work at Rosemont as they are having a very difficult time finding good employees since the emancipation. Another small note signed APC addressed to Mr. Calhoun at bottom of the Gist letter. ER-11, p. 29. Undated 020.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Says he must have seen by now the publications in newspapers discussing the group of ladies interested in preserving Mount Vernon. Asks that he be supportive, especially in helping them to remember the details of Mount Vernon while Washington was alive. ER-11, p. 41. Undated 021.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter signed. Discusses his tour of lectures. ER-1, p. 124. Undated 022.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall draft note signed. Asks him to give all money donated collected by Godey's Lady's Book for the Mount Vernon fund be given to Sarah Tracy. ER-1, p. 215. Undated 023.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Seeks financial advice from him. Tells of her current situation since the war ended. Congratulates him on recent successes. ER-11, p. 140. Undated 024.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary and copied extract of letter to Mr. Meninger of Charleston, South Carolina. Informs him of a science book written by Mrs. Francis Fogg which has been approved by esteemed men and which Mrs. Fogg would like to be used in public and private school classrooms. Draft ER-10, p. 202, and extract ER-1, p. 106. Undated 025.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in the hand of a secretary. Discusses the agreement between the MVLA and Mr. Washington, payments to him, the title for the land, and how the original plan for the Association was to give the title to Virginia after purchase. ER-12, p. 163. Undated 026.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Miss Cunningham is sorry she has not corresponded with Mrs. Greenough recently and apologizes for the misunderstanding that led her to believe Miss Cunningham wanted her to resign. The Vice Regent position is for life and assures her this is not true. ER-12, p. 165. Undated 027.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. The previous Vice Regent for Pennsylvania (Lily Macalester) is resigning and Miss Cunningham would like the recipient to consider stepping in as the new Vice Regent. Asks her to keep this offer confidential as other ladies will be less likely to accept if they know someone else declined first. Ultimately, Lily Macalester Berghmans Laughton remains in the position of Vice Regent. ER-11, p. 121. Undated 028.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of secretary. Miss Cunningham apologizes for not responding to her letter of resignation sooner. She understands the difficulties Mrs. Sibley has had in Minnesota and why she wants to resign, but begs her to reconsider. Recounts similar difficulties for the Vice Regent of Illinois. ER-11, p. 236. Undated 029.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary, probably Sarah Tracy. Miss Cunningham is very disappointed that Mrs. Lee did not accept the appointment as Vice Regent of Maryland. She asks her to reconsider and describes how other Vice Regents use Lady Managers to help them with fundraising in remote areas. ER-11, p. 211. Undated 030.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Apologizes that he is not happy with the contract she sent for him to sign. She is committed to making a contract that is suitable for all parties and wants him to be satisfied. Wishes she was not so ill and could meet to discuss with him in person.\nER-11, p. 166. Undated 031.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Says she appreciates the help of the \"brilliant orator from Tennesee\" but cannot commit to having him perform around the country. She would need the backing of people in all cities around the country and she does not have that much influence. Even Edward Everett has had trouble filling seats in his lectures. If the lectures failed, it would look bad for the Association. She goes on to describe fundraising efforts. ER-10, p. 131. Undated 032.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Writes in reference to the recent news of the MVLA's signed agreement with John Augustine Washington III. Defends certains aspects of the agreement. ER-1, p. 97\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Thanks him profusely for his service to Mount Vernon and discusses funds raised by his lectures. Recounts Miss Cunningham's efforts also on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 99. Undated 034.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary, dictated from Miss Cunningham's \"sick bed.\" Discusses Miss Cunningham's ill health and the efforts of Edward Everett for Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 45. Undated 035.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Has written to Miss Macalester about his proposal to lecture in Philadelphia on his paintings of Washington and she has responded favorably. ERL-34. Undated 036.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. Discusses how much money for the Mount Vernon fund should be raised by the states. Says \"It has ever been the hope of Miss C. to make the Association the means of developing \u0026amp; increasing teh remembrance of Washington and his virtues, \u0026amp; of keeping his example so much before the youth of our own, \u0026amp; of future generations as to promise not only that his memory shall create a strong bond of Union between the States, but also promote a higher standard of public virtue in our citizens \u0026amp; rulers.\" ER-11, p. 217. Undated 037.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo drafts of the same letter in writing of a secretary. Congratulates him on a his portrait of Washington being placed in the Senate Chamber in Jefferson City, Missouri. This inspired the Missouri legislature to make a donation to the Mount Vernon fund. Thanks him for his influence to help Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 95. Undated 038.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of a secretary. Addressed to \"Dear madam\" thanking her for the contributions to the Mount Vernon fund collected by the Hebrew women of Cincinnati. Mentions Dr. Lilienthal of Cincinnati and his help. ER-11, p. 99. Undated 039.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in the writing of a secretary. States no independent organization or aid society can be created or appointed by a state for the purpose of fundraising under the MVLA. Everything must be done under the national association. ER-1, p. 103. Undated 040.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter in writing of a secretary. In regards to the involvement of ladies from the District of Columbia, specifically wives and daughters of politicians. ERL-64. Undated 041.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in writing of a secretary. Has received her husband's letter regarding her ill health and her insistance that she must resign as Vice Regent despite Miss Cunningham asking her to reconsider. She regrettfully accepts the resignation. ER-11, p. 233. Undated 042.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft written on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Thanking the Lodge for their efforts and support. ER-10, p. 133. Undated 043.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. August 25. Reports that her correspondence with Mrs. Morse had suspended because Miss Cunningham hired a private secretary. It was impossible for one secretary to do all correspondence of the Association and Miss Cunningham. Updates her on Washington portraits and Devereux and Co. ER-439. Undated 044.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Richmond, March 1. Discusses Washington portraits and says that one order sent to her has not yet been filled by Devereux and Co. She continues to receive orders for more and worries they will take too long to receive. Says Governor Wise does not recognize their amendment to the Act of Incorporation. ER-16, p. 249. Undated 045.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Post war discussion. Hopes her letters to Miss Cunningham finally reach her. Doesn't understand why they are not getting to her. Sorry she is not able to find a maid but thinks more \"negroes\" will return to their past work soon. Says to write as soon as she receives the letter. ER-16, p. 295. Undated 046.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses list of contributors and a letter written by Mr. Everett. ER-14, p. 193. Undated 047.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses a letter and donations for the Mount Vernon fund. Sends a Richmond paper that tells of Mr. Bennett who would like to sell pictures for the Mount Vernon fund. Says she cannot authorize this without the Miss Cunningham's approval. Madame Le Vert is visiting Captain Myers and was the most fashionable lady at a recent ball. ER-16, p. 428. Undated 048.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten note dated June 22 (probably 1859). \"Miss C. will not go South if she can help it - my Christian charity - leads me to think she is delaying her departure, in hopes father will die before she can get off, and she she [sic] will be obliged to go to Cape May that sea air may revive her drooping spirits\" MSS-684. Undated 049.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete draft, page 2. Concerns Alice Nisbet's (Nesbit's?) impression of Miss Cunningham. Says her opinion can be trusted, she is mature and a lady. MSS-688. Undated 050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote by Sarah Tracy, also with monetary sums probably in writing of John Augustine Washington III. Miss Cunningham will take \"the safe you speak of\" and wants it sent up as soon as possible. She plans to leave tomorrow. ERL-62. Undated 051.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Opposes sale of Washington medallions on steamboat as it will cut down sale of some items on the Mount Vernon grounds. Has alerted Mr. Van Riswick but nothing has yet been done about it. Undated 052.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Requests that he help stop boats from the Navy Yard from docking at Mount Vernon. They are having trouble regulating visitors and would like only their contracted boat to stop at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 110. Undated 053.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports that Mrs. Connors has returned from her travels to Vancouver and was surprised to see no MVLA correspondence or Mount Vernon Records upon her arrival. Asks if she should forward copies of the Mount Vernon Record to her. ER-16, p. 14. Undated 054.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mr. Devereux wants more names for the Mount Vernon Record and becomes \"slightly alarming\" when he does not have them. Asks for Miss Tracy to forward a few names if \"that white dress has not engrossed all her time.\" ER-16, p. 20. Undated 055.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thought Miss Cunningham would have arrived there already. Mr. Devereux keep asking for names and wants to discuss entries for June. She will not stay in her present position with the MVLA after June. ER-16, p. 21. Undated 056.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Asks him to wait before withdrawing funds as Miss Cunningham wants to consult with Mr. Cooke. ER- 16, p. 50. Undated 057.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Updates Miss Cunningham on Mrs. Eve's health. ER-16, p. 165. Undated 058.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thanks Mrs. Hudson for her kind words. Discusses Washington relics belonging to the Lee family that Mrs. Lee had placed in the Patent Office. ER-4, p. 90. Undated 059.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends her a note to include in the next issue of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-13, p. 8. Undated 060.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Has looked through Miss Cunningham's papers but cannot find the original letter about her settlement with Miss Tracy. Encloses a copy. ER-13, p. 12. Undated 061.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence, July 19. Discusses banks for storing funds. ERL-51. Undated 062.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence, April 3. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to send her a plat with descriptions of the \"George Washington tea room\" which is to become the Rhode Island Room. ER-5, p. 175. Undated 063.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence, May 2. Received Mrs. Halsted's note asking to postpone work at Mount Vernon until after Council. She concurs and has received his letter. ER-5, p. 176. Undated 064.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Providence, May 14. Accepts the proposal from the carpenter he asked Mrs. Halsted to forward to her. Approves and asks that he start right away. Asks about coat of arms for the door. ER-5, p. 177. Undated 065.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. \"Communicated.\" The MVLA of Delaware formally thanks the Masons of Delaware for their support of the Mount Vernon fund. Promotes the Mount Vernon Record for anyone interested in the work of the MVLA. ER-17, p. 41. Undated 066.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. February 8. Encloses an appeal her daughter Anna wrote years ago in support of Mount Vernon which she only recently discovered. ER-11, p. 232.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of a letter. Discusses a picture sent to Mr. Hollingsworth to be hung at Mount Vernon and the coat of arms for a door. ER-17, p. 232. Undated 068.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses a sample of oak wood \"carpeting\" she wishes to have laid on the floor of her room at Mount Vernon. Enclosure no longer with the letter. ER-17, p. 248. Undated 069.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville, October 31. Discusses funds raised from the Ladies Fair and sent to Mr. Riggs. She has a box of \"articles\" ready to send to Miss Cunningham or she can try to sell them. ERL-32. Undated 070.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville, January 18. Thanks Mr. Lossing profusely for the gift of his beautiful publication on Washington and Mount Vernon. She will promote his book wherever she can. ER-1232, R-381. Undated 071.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Nashville, September 23. Three ladies have aided in raising $200 which she has forwarded and would like to ensure the amount will be reported in the Record. ER-10, p. 124. Undated 072.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Discusses the box of articles sold at the Ladies Fair and other fundraising for the Mount Vernon fund. ER-10, p. 235. Undated 073.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses money raised, the Ladies Fair, sale of portraits, etc. ER-10, p. 243. Undated 074.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Raising of money and an ice cream festival. She has read the Harper's article and grows more dedicated to the Mount Vernon cause. ER-10, p. 255. Undated 075.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Discusses when to call Council. Donation of iron settees to Mount Vernon, she hopes to have their delivery be complimentary as well. Furnishing for the Mansion. Suggests she leave Mount Vernon duties to the Vice Regents for a year or so and enjoy her life. ER-8, p. 211. Undated 076.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten draft statement concerning the small amount of funds the MVLA has for repairs and the need for an endowment fund. ER-8, p. 183. Undated 077.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Draft. Regarding an article published in their newspaper, the Superintendent at Mount Vernon has confirmed it has to be a falsehood. ER-7, p. 125. Undated 078.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Gives brief account of the Peale album and relation to the painting Washington Before Yorktown. ER-7, p. 139. Undated 079.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft, incomplete. Discusses possibilities for the Hall (Central Passage) floor. Asks if Washington Before Yorktown painting is insured. ERL-36. Undated 080.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. copy with note by Mrs. Sweat. Discusses the fire extinguishers for Mount Vernon and the possible purchase of more of them. ER-20, p. 117. Undated 081.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Copy. Spoke to Mr. Gardner (photographer) who said he would give the MVLA his negatives when they paid their bill. He also recommended Dr. Jouy as their next photographer. She approves of him as long as Mr. Corcoran and Mrs. Chace do as well. ER-20, p. 116. Undated 082.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Thanks them for contributions. Discusses fundraising efforts. ERL-52\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Draft. Describes the MVLA's efforts for Mount Vernon, asks for assistance. Says \"It is the first object of national interest ever undertaken by the women of the United States, \u0026amp; it must always stand alone; a second Washington can scarcely be given to any nation.\" ERL-53. Undated 084.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. The purchase of Mount Vernon by the Ladies' is probably known but it is now her duty to ask men of influence in New York to give toward this purchase. Discusses how they will be credited, etc. ERL-54. Undated 085.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Explains important role of Lady Managers and asks if she will accept this position in her town. ERL-55. Undated 086.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Thanking the accepted Lady Managers for their assistance. ERL-56. Undated 087.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. Requests them to use their influence toward the goals of the MVLA. \"The plan which has been adopted must be carried out by the volunteer labor of women of energy \u0026amp; local influence throughout the state.\" ERL-57. Undated 088.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. She agrees to let him host a concert for the benefit of Mount Vernon, but if expenses outweigh proceeds the MVLA cannot pay the difference. ERL-44. Undated 089.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Her uncle has recommended she write to him because of his interest in the Ladies' work. Asks for assistance. If New York does its part, the MVLA may have all the money to purchase Mount Vernon by February 1859. ERL-045. Undated 090.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Requests they meet on Tuesdays between 11 and 1 o'clock instead of monthly. Bring friends who are interested. ERL-28. Undated 091.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMultiple drafts of same letter. The purchase is complete and Mount Vernon belongs to the Ladies, but more work still needs to be done and more funds raised. ERL-29. Undated 092.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Tickets available for a benefit at the home of Mrs. Edward Cooper, with readings and \"tableaux\" with money given to Mount Vernon. ERL-30. Undated 093.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Raleigh, May 24. She is coming to Mount Vernon and wishes Mr. Hollingsworth to prepare things for her. ERL-46. Undated 094.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Baltimore, May 23. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to forward a letter for her sent to Mount Vernon. He will know soon who has been elected as the new Vice Regent for Georgia. ERL-47. Undated 095.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. November 13. Wishes to have photograph of the Tomb immediately.  Soon to sail for Europe. ERL-48. Undated 096.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. April 22. Carpets for Mount Vernon soon to arrive in Alexandria. ERL-49. Undated 097.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Postcard. May 12. Wishes to know whether carpets ever arrived at Mount Vernon. ERL-50. Undated 098.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. June 19. The horrible truth behind their problems is that Miss Cunningham takes too much opium and whiskey. The sooner she leaves Mount Vernon the better for everyone. He should write freely to her. She was on the committee to hire him and is very appreciative of him. He should pick his own \"house\" on the estate. The McMakins have no rights to Mount Vernon except that the Regent wants them there. The other Vice Regents want them to leave as well. ER-18, p. 32. Undated 099.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Incomplete letter. Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Walker are requested to look through Miss Cunningham's papers, along with Mary Amarinthia Snowden not associated with the MVLA, and ascertain which are part of Association's business and separate them from personal papers. ER-17, p. 213. Undated 100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She is beginning to question the existence of Mr. Devereux as she has sent him her list for the Mount Vernon Record to several locations and received no word from him. He need not fear her \"so apprehensively.\" ER-13, p. 63. Undated 101.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. January 9, Craigie House, Cambridge. Will try to visit the Atheneaum soon. Would like to speak to him about how to \"fill the shelves\" at Mount Vernon and the books they should be acquiring for the purpose. MSS-610. Undate 102.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tuesday 22nd. Thanks him for entertaining her friends that she sent to Mount Vernon. She does not mean to encroach on him or take advantage of his kindess. ER-14, p. 63. Undated 103.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House. Discusses her opinions on the worsening condition of the estate and grounds. Has tried to explain to the press and others that Miss Cunningham suffers from poor health but it is true that Mount Vernon suffers. She should let the other Vice Regents deal more with the business of the estate. ERL-58. Undated 104.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Arlington Hotel. June 6. Is on her way home, but will stop briefly by Mount Vernon on Thursday to say \"how do you do.\" ERL-59. Undated 105.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sunday evening. Did not go to Mount Vernon because the bad weather affected her rheumatism. She and Mrs. Eve must write to her about current events. ERL-60. Undated 106.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Friday evening. Today she is dining with a friend but she will visit Miss Cunningham tomorrow for as long as she likes. ERL-61. Undated 107.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She will visit her tomorrow unless it rains, then it will not be good for either of them to go out. ERL-39. Undated 108.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Her friend Mrs. Lockwood will be visiting and she should be treated as Mrs. Mitchell would be herself. She wishes Ms. McMakin would get an account book. Mrs. Lockwood can show her how to keep it if she would like. Undated 109.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. July 15. Thanks her for her handling of recent situations. The older Vice Regents have born the brunt of everything. Miss Cunningham was good in some aspects but had no business sense. She prefers to have committees deal with Mount Vernon business and tried to tell Miss Cunningham so. Is glad it is all behind them and looks forward to the future. ER-18, p 251. Undated 110.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. What does she think about the land excursion? Mr. Riggs does not think cards can be printed in time for it, but will proceed if she wishes. Does not know if she can attend the excursion if it proceeds but will help if she can. ER-22, p. 139. Undated 111.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses a card to see if she approves. How many shall she make? ER-22, p. 129. Undated 112.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusss the Mount Vernon Record. Proposes that they build a Grecian temple for Washington's sarcophagus. MSS-769. Undated 113.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Monday, June 24. Thanks her for the letter and news from Council. Hollingsworth must be named \"Resident Secretary\" not Superintedent and take the McMakins' house for his own, then they will leave. Discusses committees, reports, and minutes. ER-12, p. 171. Undated 114.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. December 13. Cannot support her petition to Congress because she is asking for too much money. ERL-41. Undated 115.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland, December 24. Discusses a petition to Congress for the endowment fund and the Lewis sale of Washington relics. ERL-40. Undated 116.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, December 21. Thanks her and the other ladies who gave money to help her furnish the Maine Room at Mount Vernon. ERL-37. Undated 117.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete draft. Appreciates his letter concerning the efforts to preserve Valley Forge. Is flattered to be asked to help, but her duties for Mount Vernon are too consuming to take on anything else. ERL-26. Undated 118.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Portland, July 19. Thanks him for his opinion and understanding of the MVLA Act of Incorporation 1856 and 1858. Discusses merits of each. ER-17, p. 273. Undated 119.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. September 2. Pleased to hear of the Regent's improved health. Understands her objection to nominating at one Council and confirming at next. Regrets the mistakes in reports, Minutes, amended Bylaws, charters, etc. especialy mistake about quorum which should be corrected at once. ER-18, p. 135. Undated 120.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten note. ERL-14. Undated 121.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten note. ER-20, p. 88. Undated 122.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saturday, March 11. Albany, New York. Wishes information on how much money is needed to put Mount Vernon in perfect repair and is there an endowment fund. Would like her to also forward reports, minutes, etc. for her to get caught up on Mount Vernon business. ER-17, p. 256. Undated 123.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Atlantic City, March 23. Discusses her grandchildren and furnishings for the Mansion. ERL-35. Undated 124.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New York. Terrible winter weather this year. Discusses the new quarters being built, now they won't be disturbed by railroad crowds during their Council meetings. Updates her on news of the other Vice Regents. ERL-38. Undated 125.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. July 13. Indignant that Mrs. Sweat suppressed resolutions in printed report for Mrs. Halsted at death of her husband.  Ladies now see mistake of written instead of printed Minutes, also proxy vote a blunder.  Hollingsworth retained, but it was a bitter fight.  This is a confidential letter.  Advises talking only to Mrs. Ball. ER-14, p. 119. Undated 126.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Record Office, May 18. Suggests she pay them draft for $240 rather than deduct $48. They will pay back the $48. ER-D-12. Undated 127.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mrs. Little owes for portraits sold, they have not received the money from her yet. ER-D-58. Undated 128.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saturday, 11 o'clock. No mail received today for anyone. Will send up copies of \"Record\" at 3 o'clock. Her father's convalesence. ER-D-91. Undated 129.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saturday morning. Hopes there will be no more delays in the Record. Miss Cunningham to please send draft by Monday. They are getting no orders for portraits, papers or anything else. ER-D-46. Undated 130.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Friday morning. Cape May Express has stopped running, so he had to drop his letter in the Post. ER-D-51. Undated 131.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Send down any additional \"copy\" for the June number so it can be got out. ER-D-107. Undated 132.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. She sent more money than in her statement. Cost of checks deducted and returns the amount to her. Delivery of safe. ER-D-116. Undated 133.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Draft. No letters for Miss Cunningham and Devereux will not be able to see her until tomorrow morning with proofs of Record. Amounts of money given by West Point cadets came too late for insertion. Paragraph in June Record must explain this. ER-D-112. Undated 134.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sends copy of address. Waiting for matter Miss Tracy said would be forthcoming in a day or two. On reverse are notations for a letter to George Devereux, also a note beginning \"Mr. Devereux wished to have the Record as his own property….\" ER-D-120. Undated 135.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Will wait for notice of Mrs. Chesnut. Sends copies of press notices. Sixteen pages are full. Account of excursion will go in. ER-D-121. Undated 136.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Received letter enclosing paragraphs from Washington papers. Dr. Mackinzie delivered lecture at Morristown for benefit of fund. He tries to let people know that collection will be needed for support of Mount Vernon when property comes into hands of Association. The \"Press\" and Dr. Mackinzie have been warm friends of the Association. Thinks Miss Cunningham should write to Dr. Mackinzie to express appreciation for his services to the Association. ER-D-21. Undated 137.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses parcels and a letter forwarded to Miss Cunningham. ER-D-26. Undated 138.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Encloses letters. Dr. Mackenzie's lecture postponed. ER-D-103. Undated 139.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia, April 4. Sends her the book. Insufficiency of material in last Record, although he used everything he had. The fault is not his. Mrs. Blanding's parcels were not received. Sends her the \"Inquirer\" in its new and brilliant attire. ER-D-105. Undated 140.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. His brother's sickness has delayed things. Miss Cunningham to look over article. All points she desired to be expressed are alluded to. Encloses poem by Mrs. Sigourney. ER-D-45. Undated 141.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Error in notice of \"Bartram Garden\" Festival to be remedied. Will be up with Records tomorrow.  ER-D-122. Undated 142.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saturday. Regarding the publication of a letter. ER-22, p. 131. Undated 143.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Tuesday. Received Miss Tracy's note. Mrs. Riggs was on her way to visit but got turned back by the storm. Will try again to visit. ER-22, p. 133. Undated 144.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. The band can accompany the party down to Mount Vernon, the only difficulty being that they finish in time to make it back. ER-22, p. 135. Undated 145.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Monday morning. Is detained today. Thinks she should give him the checks she has already collected. Hopes to meet with her later. ER-22, p. 137. Undated 146.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Reports on money received and paid out. ER-22, p. 117. Undated 147.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses possible new Vice Regents. Says she did all she could to help in New Hampshire and the north, but people are only giving money towards helping the \"suffering\" after the war. Perhaps Miss Cunningham should use her \"personal magnetism\" toward persuading Congress to give them money. Embarrassed that Mrs. Greenough has been so long abroad, but she has tried to help the cause as much as she can. ER-12, p. 159. Undated 148.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses the hardships and strife brought by the Civil War.  The ingratitude of servants - negroes and Irish, foreigners who are in service, as Americans will not take domestic service jobs in New England. Mentions prospecitve new Vice Regents. Remains hopeful for the future of Mount Vernon. ER-12, p. 159. Undated 149.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. December 27. Apologizes for forgetting to enclose the one dollar with her last letter, but encloses it now. She has been too ill to help much with the Mount Vernon cause, but hopes she can do more soon. \"This act of The women of America will carry their fame down to future ages as true patriots \u0026amp; I think_ cast some reflection on men as individual, \u0026amp; shame on the government.\" ER-12, p. 209. Undated 150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Saturday. Has not received \"proof\" from Mr. Gaskill yet and asks what to do if she hears nothing. Has not been able to find a \"colored girl\" to suit Miss Cunningham's needs yet. ER-13, p. 258. Undated 151.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Thursday. Will be happy to help her with writing, but has guests at her house now she must see to. She will be at her disposal in a few days. Sorry she has been so ill. ER-13, p. 223. Undated 152.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. One letter by Upton Herbert and one by Betsey Mason on reverse with other notations. Mrs. Mason describes the \"Banqueting Hall\" or New Room. ER-16, p. 202. Undated 153.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Asks her opinion about requesting Mr. Everett to give his lecture or host a celebration. She has only had luke warm reception to their cause and feels unequal to the task of persuading people to raise money. She will write for the newspapers and thinks this could be as beneficial as a celebration. ER-13, p. 86. Undated 154.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Hopes Mrs. Farnsworth will write soon with her hopes for Mr. Hale. ER-17, p. 191. Undated 155.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. in pieces. Unknown author. Refers to correspondence of Miss Cunningham. ER-17, p. 233. Undated 156.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Waterproof, Louisiana, May 29. Accepts Lady Manager position for Tensas Parish and will do all she can for Mount Vernon. ER-440. Undated 157.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Lynchburg, December 6. Encloses a check for Mount Vernon. ER-23, p. 63. Undated 158.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Poolesville, Maryland. Encloses $54 for Mount Vernon. Will forward names for the Record later. Please forward to one of the Ladies who can forward the portraits. ER-23, p. 101. Undated 159.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. New Orleans, February 27. Forwards three dollars. Please send portrait of Mr. Everett and more of Washington, she thinks she can sell them. ER-433. Undated 160.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Answering for his mother who is away. They have received the money she forwarded. ER-434. Undated 161.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Answering for his mother who is away. They received the money she forwarded. ER-435. Undated 162.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Donaldson, June 8. Mrs. Driffel could not help her raise money as her baby was ill, so she helped out instead. List and amounts raised enclosed. ER-437. Envelope with notes on Washington portraits by Mrs. Morse, ER-451. Undated 163.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Greenwood, July 14. Absence has made her late sending money raised. Forwards $25 for Mount Vernon. Hopes other women she appointed are having even better luck than she. ER-438. Undated 164.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge. From the Lady Manager of Middlesex County, Massachusetts. October 5. Has sent a package with books, circulars, etc. Let her know if she does not receive it. Hopes she has more luck than anticipated and says a lot of the public's questions can be answered using the publications she has sent. ERL-23. Undated 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Hotel Richmond, Washington, D.C. Forwards information on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and gives description of their efforts to preserve Washington's home. ERL-42. Undated 166.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinion requested by Ann Pamela Cunningham on the Association's purchase of Mount Vernon, the contract, and Mr. Washington's offer. ER-3, p. 123\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Inquires if Miss Cunningham has thought to expand the Association's work into Canada as she knows a circle of people around Montreal who would be interested. Names Madame Papineau (Mrs. L.J.A. Papineau) as a possible manager for the MVLA. ER-8, p. 65. Undated 168.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract of a letter. Replying to Miss Johnson's letter of the 12th. Explains the title ownership of Mount Vernon since the 1600s. ER-9, p. 87. Undated 169.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses lectures and a possible Southern tour, but he cannot leave his family at this time. Heard from Mrs. Ritchie about Washington's cane and would love to accept it, but doesn't know if it will be good for appearances. ER-9, p. 129. Undated 170.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses fundraising and recounts the first donation given in the state of Alabama by Mrs. Laura Pillens for $7.50. ER-10, p. 43. Undated 171.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Sunday evening. An accident prevents Mr. Mackenzie from publishing the appeal in \"The Press.\" He would be happy to write up a summary of its contents but cannot publish the whole article any time soon as space is currently being dedicated to politics and advertisements, not editorials. He supports their mission and admires their work, however. ER-10, p. 61. Undated 172.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Discusses money raised through Independence Hall. Has written to Mrs. Milward about what to do with the funds, but has not heard back from her. ER-10, p. 62. Undated 173.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, extracts from writings by Sarah Tracy. Discusses funding and securities, she was unable to get Miss Cunningham to listen to her advice. Says how sad Miss Cunningham's life is but she would have loaned the money herself if she had been able to. ER-16, p. 131. Undated 174.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Writing in regards to the disposition of some Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists contributions to endowment, interest accumulated, and investments made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists donations of money, relics, furnishings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists members, Lady Managers, and Advisory Board members along with record of meeting minutes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank sample of a subscription book kept by Lady Managers in New York. Instructs the Lady Managers to return the book when finished collecting donations. Print appeal with information about the Lady Manager's duties, meetings, list of Ladies Standing Committee and Advisory Committee in the front pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook, most likely kept by Mary Morris Hamilton as Vice Regent for New York, featuring news clippings, printed appeals, and printed leaflets. Includes letter printed in the New York Express in 1858 from Santa Claus to the \"Mount Vernon Pilgrim.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddress list for correspondence and copies of multiple letters 1888-1891.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger with handwritten meeting minutes, 1864-1867. Account of money received and expenditures, 1860-1867.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound ledger, handwritten \"true copy\" of meeting minutes for Council, 1872-1877.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists expenditures for employees, supplies for the lunch table, and supplies for other areas around the estate. Some employees listed by name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumber of boat passengers and amounts, 1872-1876. Number of road passes or road passengers, 1872-1876.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes copies of letters, printed appeals, and subscription lists.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews \"clippings on George Washington, Mount Vernon, and the Early History of Mount Vernon Association grouped by states.\" RM-228, CLIPS - 2712a\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews \"clippings on George Washington, Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Association, Edward Everett, Bonner, W.L. Yancey, Appeals, Entertainments in various states to raise funds.\" RM-228, CLIPS - 2712b\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall bound book of quotes and notations in several different hands. Origins of the notebook are unknown. Mrs. Comegys is quoted as well as Petrarch and Dickens. A folded note in the back of the book quotes Miss Cunningham in regards to qualities of a Vice Regent. RM-319, MISC-2988\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminsence of MVLA early history by Mrs. Walker; copies of letters by Mrs. Dickinson and Mrs. Walker, notes, appeal, copy of addendum to Miss Cunningham's will regarding her papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of donations (furnishings, art, etc.) to Mount Vernon collected in the District of Columbia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of donations collected by Mrs. Sweat. Also includes names and addresses of Vice Regents, steamboat captains, Virginia Board of Visitors, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall book with list of subscriptions collected by Mrs. N.L. Hatfield of Philadelphia. Instructions for Lady Managers, appeal, and list of Advisory Committee members in the front of the book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Contributions to the Mount Vernon Association and Expenses since April 1858 when the new organization went into effect, and the duties of Vice Regent for Virginia were assumed by Anna Cora Ritchie.\" List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Ritchie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook compiled by Mrs. Ritchie including news clippings, handwritten meeting notes, and letters. RL-5074\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscriptions collected in Virginia by Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Pellet, includes an \"African Church.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall notebook listing donations of items by the Connecticut Vice Regent, 1875-1887. Only the first few pages entries, other pages blank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOnly the first few pages have writing, concerns previous Vice Regents of Missouri money raised for Mount Vernon. Includes new clipping \"How they welcomed Henry of Prussia\" February 1902.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial reports and accounts for the year 1873. Copies of letters - to the Editor, to Mrs. Townsend, and others from Lily Macalester Laughton. Names, dates, and addresses of Vice Regents in the back of the volume and one news clipping on the charging of entrance fees. Many pages left blank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This volume is compiled from original documents in th epossession of Mrs. Margaret J.M. Sweat, second Vice Regent for Maine, and its gives the history of the Vice Regency of Maine from 1858-1896. Letters to and from Miss Cunningham, appeals and clippinsgs and letters to and from many Vice Regents and the Secretaries to Miss Cunningham.\" Note - all original letters have been removed and placed in chronological order within the Early Records collection. Clippings, appeals, and notes written by Mrs. Sweat are still contained within this volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter copy book with extracts and hand-copied letters written by Miss Tracy and Miss Cunningham to Mrs. Comegys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall booklet of check stubs kept by Mrs. Sweat while Acting Regent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy press letters from Ann Pamela Cunningham to various recipients, most to George W. Riggs. Fragile condition and difficult to read.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal agreement for the purchase of Mount Vernon by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Signed by John Augustine Washington III and Ann Pamela Cunningham. Bound with decorative elements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. Two copies of a photograph of George Washington's tomb taken from the front of the tomb.\nRP-6; St-3015\nRP-7; St-3023\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. Two copies of a photograph of George Washington's tomb taken from the side of the tomb.\nRP-4; St-3011\nRP-404; PHOTO-3711\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3012\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-694, PHOTO-4854\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3009\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3010\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCased photograph of Emma Read Ball. Note on the outer box reads in part \"Presented by Governor Peery on behalf of Mrs. Harry M. Smith, Jr., on Governor's Day, May 19, 1937.\" A-134\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCased photograph (probably a daguerrotype) of Lucy Pickens. Note on the outer box reads in part \"Re-photographed July 1935 for the album. Negative filed \u0026amp; photo held for Chairman Records.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCased photograph showing a group of visitors in front of Washington's Tomb. 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Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the \"Early Records\" since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a historic site. Other important resources are the appeals written by Ann Pamela Cunningham and the Vice Regents, governing documents, subscription or donation lists, printed material or publications, and bound volumes such as ledgers or scrapbooks. Individual items were added to the collection as they were acquired. The Early Records includes items dated 1852-1951, however the bulk of the material dates from 1858 to around 1880.","These notes were clipped from the margins of the Early Records scrapbooks.","This document was written by Mrs. Abby Wheaton Chace, the MVLA Vice Regent of Rhode Island in Providence, to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Mrs. Chase accepts appointment as Vice Regent of Rhode Island. She regrets the exorbitant price paid for Mount Vernon, which is a deterrent when it comes to raising funds. She asks for the Regent's Appeal as well as the Secretary's last report.","ER 13; p. 4, ALS; Box 26","Photocopy, location of original unknown","There are several copies of this document as well as this original copy. This document was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.","In the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as well as four bonds. The bonds are to be made payable on the following dates and worth the following amounts: January 1, 1859 ($57,000), February 22, 1860 ($41,666.66), February 22, 1861 ($41,666.67), and February 22, 1862 ($41,666.67) - plus whatever interests were accumulated. The agreement further establishes that John A. Washington and his heirs have the right to bury members of the family in the family vault. ","RM-56; RM 1055; ER 5696; Box 21","Notary copy of the contract to purchase Mount Vernon.","This is one of several copies of this document. The original was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.","In the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as well as four bonds. The bonds are to be made payable on the following dates and worth the following amounts: January 1, 1859 ($57,000), February 22, 1860 ($41,666.66), February 22, 1861 ($41,666.67), and February 22, 1862 ($41,666.67) - plus whatever interests were accumulated. The agreement further establishes that John A. Washington and his heirs have the right to bury members of the family in the family vault. ","RM-56; RM 1055; ER 5696; Box 21","The articles of agreement between John Augustine Washington III and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, signed by John A. Washington and Ann Pamela Cunningham, \"A Southern Matron, Regent\" and dated Richmond, April 6, 1858. This document subject to the Act which incorporated the Association passed by the General Assembly of Virginia on March 19, 1858 embodies the agreement to sell two hundred acres of the Mount Vernon tract including the Mansion, the Tomb of George Washington, the gardens, grounds, and wharf for the sum of $200,000. Autograph document, 5 pages hinged and bound.","This document was written by Mrs. Louisa Ingersoll Greenough, the MVLA Vice Regent of Massachusetts in Cambridge. She states that all authentic subscription books are signed by the Vice Regent of Massachusetts or an appointed manager. ","ER 12; p. 33, ALS; Box 24","The notes include a catalog of documents and letters of the Maryland MVLA that are from 1856-1873.","13-29; 13-23","Deacon \u0026 Peterson must hold all electrotype plates, wood cuts, paper, and all other materials furnished for the publication of the \"Mount Vernon Record\" as security for the printing of the record.","ER-D-37","This document was made by Capt. M.C. Meigs from U.S. Engineer in Washington, D.C. for the MVLA. It is a drawing of proposed changes to the wharf at Mount Vernon. He recommends that \"the front of the wharf [be] made parallel to the thread of the stream,\" which will cost 40 cents per foot or $2800.","ER 17; p. 66","This document was sent by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham in Philadelphia to Margaretta S. Morse, the MLVA Vice Regent of Louisiana. Miss Cunningham notes that according to articles 9-11 of the MLVA constitution and by-laws, annual meetings must be held, and she calls a meeting for December 31, 1859.","ER-431","This is a handwritten notice from President Frank E. Johnston. He writes that Alexandria, Mount Vernon, and Accotink Turnpike Company have, through their agent, made satisfactory arrangements with the MVLA for building a passenger railroad. The railroad will be 6 miles on the the line of the turnpike and 1.5 miles on the branch avenue to Mount Vernon. It will open in the spring and will cost $30,000. He describes plans for financing the railroad and the advantages it offers the MVLA. ","This notice may have been written on January 5.","ER 8; p. 72","This document is a draft by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to David Paul Brown. The Regent is annoyed about the continued problem of crowds pouring into Mount Vernon at all times. She declares that a railroad in any hands would be objectionable. ","ER 11; p. 106, AL","This folder contains Mrs. Macalester's list of Lady Managers appointed for Pennsylvania. ","13-65","Names spelled in the document are Joseph Hineman and Henry Reed, though the signatures are spelled Heimer and Read","MLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham made this contract with Sarah C. Tracy as \"private secretary to said Regent.\" As secretary, Tracy must render six hours of service daily. She will receive a monthly salary figured at an annual rate of $400 irrespective of board and washing. She must also provide one month's notice if she decides to resign.","ER 13; p. 12, ALS","This document is an agreement between the MLVA and M.H. Traubel, who is the successor to Devereux \u0026 Co., in regards to the publication of portraits. The portraits are to cost $1, 50 cents of which is to go to Mount Vernon. For any money which was previously remitted to Devereux \u0026 Co. for portraits which were not received, Mount Vernon will pay 25 cents for each portrait to fill such arrears orders. This document was signed by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham and M.H. Cunningham and witnessed by David Paul Brown and L.H. Brown. ","ER-D-39","This document is a report by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Council. It is docketed and entitled \"Report-Containing account of Devereux's forgery committed in 1859 or 60 - and not read.\" Since this is the first time Ann Pamela Cunningham has met them in Council, she will give them a report on the monetary department. Her illness and protracted absence from the depository of her papers make it impossible to give more than generalities about financial matters now. She explains that a large amount was paid out for the publication of Record--forgeries of her name to drafts on Riggs \u0026 Co. by Mr. Devereux--and tried to recover the electroplates, but the printers were holding them $720 arrears.","Another copy of this report is also included.","ER-D-127","This is an incomplete copy of a report by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Council. A complete copy is also available (#D-127).","ER-D-128","This document is from Warrington Gillingham to the president and directors of a railroad company. Gillingham reports on the progress made on the railroad to Mount Vernon. He also suggests that the railroad meet at the path where boat passengers enter Mount Vernon since it will be shorter and better for Mount Vernon. His suggestion is adopted by the railroad company.","8-77","This document contains the names of the directors of the railroad company.","15-27","This is a handwritten copy of a document sent by MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to the National Intelligencer in Washington, D.C. She refutes the May 15 article in the \"New York Herald\" regarding George Washington's remains being removed from Mount Vernon. She declares that the public need fear no molestation of \"this one National spot, belonging to North and South\" and that the ladies of the MVLA have taken every precaution for its protection. She begs the public to continue its confidence in the MVLA. ","ER 15; p. 55","This document is from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the MVLA Vice Regents. It is signed by the Regent and her secretary, Sarah C. Tracy. The document is a copy of the call for the Grand Council, which will occur on November 19, 1866 at the home of G.W. Riggs, treasurer, in Washington, D.C.","ER 1; p. 241, AL","This document is from MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to J. Van Riswick of Potomack Ferry Company. She outlines three conditions for running private parties to Mount Vernon. First, the boat must arrive in the afternoon to Mount Vernon and leave by 6:30 PM. Second, parties must pledge to follow the rules for visiting Mount Vernon and also pay an entrance fee of 25 cents. Third, Potomack Ferry Company must take all responsibility for its actions.","This is a copy of a document from the Alexandria and Fredericksburg Railroad Company to the MVLA. It was signed by J.B. Stewart, Secretary and sent from Washington, D.C. The railroad company requests right of way for the railroad across the Mount Vernon property in return for which the company will build an ornamental depot and have a percentage on every fare paid. ","(See also p. 100.)","ER 4; p. 115, L","Esther M. Lewis certifies that she has two topage buckles which were owned and worn by George Washington. She also has a miniature by Field on ivory with a lock of hair. The items are the property of Charles Angelo Conrad and Lawrence Lewis Conrad.","W-617/A+B","This document is the address given by Ann Pamela Cunningham, the Regent of the MVLA, to the Grand Council of the MVLA.","MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham gives an explanation to the MVLA Vice Regents of her reasons for not calling a Council during the war years--it was basically due to the need for immediate action and a lack of communication at this difficult time. She was also of the opinion that sectional feelings at a Council would have come into play and hampered the meeting. She feels her actions, though outside of what was outlined in the MVLA Constitution, were necessary. She asks that she be excused for her course of action on the grounds that she acted with good motives and out of necessity.","Francis Parke Butler attests to the authenticity of the buckles and miniature owned by Charles Angelo Conrad and Lawrence Lewis Conrad. She also states that she owns companion buckles and a miniature of Martha Washington.","This document is a draft of a statement by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Secretary of the United States Treasury. She writes regarding the contract for the purchase of Mount Vernon on April 6, 1858 for $200,000 with interest. $193,333,33 of the cost was paid before December 1859, which was before the contracts were taxed. John A. Washington was killed before the title was perfected through the courts. She asks that the MVLA be taxed only on $7,836.40 paid on May 12, 1866 to the executor of John A. Washington. ","ER 2; p. 9","This document is Mrs. Eve's account of the MVLA Council of 1868 (2 copies).","This document was sent to the Secretary of the Treasury of the United States concerning the stamp revenue tax on the Mount Vernon contract. The writer feels it unjust that the MVLA be taxed on the whole sum ($200,000) rather than the portion to be paid after the law was enacted ($7,835.40).","ER-2","The sale of Mount Vernon to the MVLA by John A. Washington is upheld by courts against the protests of John A. Washington's heirs.","This document is the bill from Fairfax County Circuit Court on the MVLA for $22.16.","Two letters and two versions of the Vice Regents acceptance of the resignation of George W. Riggs, Treasurer, which was tendered last January. They request that he forward all MVLA papers in his possession as well as the statement of the account with Mr. Herbert. One letter has list of Vice Regents who approve.","ER-23; p. 301, LS and ER 2-31","This document concerns the running of boats to Mount Vernon and outlines the terms of the agreement.","Mrs. Janet M.C. Riggs, the MVLA Vice Regent of Washington, D.C., declines to accede to the wishes of the members of the Council but thanks them for the complimentary resolution. A penciled note in the margin reads \"Declined renomination as VR.\"","(See also p. 100.)","ER 4; p. 117, ALS","This original document with signatures and stamps is a contract between MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham and James Craig, gardener. The contract is for one year at $50 per month with use of fuel, vegetables, milk, tea, and coffee. The contract also defines Craig's duties. ","ER 11; p. 153","S.W. Tiffey writes about the social virtues and graces of MLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham in her diary.","ER-16","This document has six statements about opinions concerning room colors for the Mount Vernon mansion.","This document is a plan for the first floor of the Mount Vernon mansion.","This document was written for Mr. J.B. Stewart, possibly by S.W. Tiffey. The writer is contacting him regarding the railroad to Mount Vernon and says that there is opposition from the MVLA ladies to anything which may alter Mount Vernon from the way it was when it was owned by George Washington.","This document is a Council resolution regarding the desirability of a furnace for the Mount Vernon mansion.","This document is an original contract between the MVLA and Solomon Greenhalgh. The contract stipulates that Greenhalgh must tin the roof of the portico and board over the same. He must also put tin gutters on the mansion as well as put tin around the dormer windows and on the outbuildings. Furthermore, he must build two cisterns with pumps and furnish a hydraulic ram for a spring at the foot of the lawn. The price is $1500 with board for himself and two men, fare to and from Washington, D.C., and use of Mount Vernon teams and laborers.","ER 2; p. 194, AS","This document, addressed to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham, is from the Vice Regents of Wisconsin, New Jersey, New York, Maine, Georgia, and Connecticut. It is a remonstrance to the Regent that her views are \"incompatible with the interests of the Assoc.\" The Regent is to remain as named head of the MVLA, but is relieved of all duties of that office.","This document is a resolution of the MVLA Council regarding an extract from the minutes of the Council referring to the Committee on the Superintendent. The writer shall also leave duties as resident Secretary.","This document by G.W. Lewis is a certificate of authenticity for a sword that was owned by George Washington.","This document is a certificate of authenticity from C.E. Huntington for a tortoise shell snuff box owned by George Washington.","W-612","This document is from Mrs. Susan E. Johnson, the MVLA Vice Regent of Connecticut, to James McHenry Hollingsworth, the resident secretary, treasurer, and superintendent of the MVLA. It includes a \"copy of copy\" made by the Secretary of the Council in June 1872 regarding the duties of the \"Res. Sec., etc.\" from the Record of the Council. This is followed by a letter from Mrs. Hudson to Secretary Hollingsworth telling him the Committee on the Secretary will define his duties more fully later. Mrs. Hudson refers to two commissions drawn: one he did not see and one signed by the Regent that Mrs. Hudson declares is \"trash.\"","ER 18; p. 1, ALS","This document was sent by Mrs. Philoclea E. Eve and Mrs. Hudson to Colonel James McHenry Hollingsworth in Mount Vernon, Virginia. It discusses his appointment as superintendent and the duties he will have in that position.","ER 5; p. 61, DLS","Betty B. Bassett certifies that a Bible is that of Mary Ball Washington. It was given by Mary Ball Washington to Robert Washington, Mrs. Bassett's father. ","W-408","Mary Wade Halsted reports that the builder estimates that $1200 has been put toward the restoration of the colonnades. This amount was mostly given by young people so that the rising generation might take part in the restoration of Mount Vernon.","This document is a partial draft of MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham's Farewell Address to the MVLA Vice Regents.","This document by Mrs. Philoclea E. Eve, the MVLA Vice Regent of Georgia, is addressed to the MVLA Council. It discusses the retirement of Ann Pamela Cunningham as MVLA Regent and reports that Mrs. Berghmans has been nominated to succeed her.","ER 5; p. 21, ADf","The constitution of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union. It is a twelve-page draft copy written in long hand.","\"Constitution of the Virginia State Committee\" later nullified by Ann Pamela Cunningham.","A.D. 4 pp.; L-2-(11), (21), (31), \u0026 (41)."," H.C. Harrison (White Sulpher) to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. He discusses Mr. Mason's recommendations regarding an Act of Incorporation to gain a charter and open subscriptions for a purchase fund. ","Holo. outline of 9 sections; 5pp. ","ALS, 4pp.; ER-3; PP.-19, 21, 23; Box 15.","Bill No. 147 was to be read to the Legislature of Virginia. It incorporated the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union and authorized the purchase of a part of Mount Vernon.","Printed copy, with Holo. Corrections, pp. 5.","D 5p.; RM-524; ER-4291","Signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Susan L. Pellet and approved by Henry A. Wise. Photostat.","PS-163","Printed amendment to the third article of the by-laws of the MVLA Constitution.","ER 3; p. 132","\"Constitution and By-laws of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union.\" The different sections of the document are the Constitution (including the preamble), the by-laws, and an amendment to the constitution.","ER 4; p. 28","William Samuel Johnson, father of Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut, writes his opinions on the charter, by-laws, and powers thereby delegated to the MVLA. There is also a handwritten copy of the charter and by-laws on which he has written his suggested amendments.","In this eight-page, handwritten document, Albert Pike gives his legal opinions on the act incorporating the MVLA. The act provides only for the purchase and holding of Mount Vernon. Questions arise in relation to the constitution of the MVLA, which by reference is a part of the act. He also discusses the powers and duties of the MVLA.","Copy by the clerk of the House of Delegates, Virginia. An act to amend a portion of the Act of Incorporation.","A pass enabling a Mount Vernon employee named Eugene to travel back and forth between Mount Vernon and Alexandria. ","E3-251","This military pass was issued by the 2nd Brigade, headquartered in Alexandria, for the MVLA. By order of Colonel Heintzelman, the pass allows \"Dandridge Smith, (colored),\" to travel in and out of Alexandria daily with his wagon, mules, and provisions of the MVLA.","ER 16; p. 96, A","General Orders no. 13 was signed by General Winfield Scott and sent from the U.S. Army Headquarters in Washington, D.C., to Mrs. Sarah C. Tracy, MVLA Secretary. He says that if U.S. troops are ever in the vicinity of Mount Vernon and decide to approach, they will do so with reverence and \"leave uninjured not only the Tomb, but also the House, Groves and walks which were so loved by the best and greatest of men. By Command, E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General.\" Autograph document signed.","ER 3; p. 251","General Orders No. 12 and 13 were issued by General Winfield Scott from the U.S. Army Headquarters in Washington, D.C. and under the command of E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General. The orders, which were printed in a newspaper, are related to search and seizure as well as the respect due Mount Vernon's tomb, house, groves, and walks.","Printed copy, Gen. Orders 13, ER 16, p. 96.","ER 15; p. 79","Major General McClellan orders the revocation of all passes that allow travel beyond the lines of federal troops in Virginia soil. All future passes will only emanate from the War Department, the Headquarters of the U.S. Army, the Division of the Potomac, or the Provost Marshal in Washington, D.C.","16-99","Military pass for MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy signed by General Winfield Scott. Extension of the pass written on the reverse side dated November 7, 1861.","16-100","Photocopy of a pass issued to Janet Riggs, Mrs. George Washington Riggs, and her two daughters so they could visit Mount Vernon.","Military pass for the MVLA from the Headquarters City Guard in the Provost Marshal's Office in Washington, D.C. Until March 31, the pass will allow \"Thomas King (colored)\" to travel over any bridge or ferry to Virginia and return for the purpose of providing marketing for his employer. The pass was signed by A. Porter (?) and C.D. McHaffey (?).","ER 16; p. 104, A","Pass for the MVLA from the Alexandria, Virginia Headquarters. It gives Thomas Kinney permission to pass from Alexandria, Virginia \"to Mount Vernon and thence by any route to Burke's Station and back, for the purpose of drawing provisions, etc. for the [MVLA] until May 1, 1862 and all persons will give him necessary aid and assistance.\" The pass was signed by Colonel Henry K. Viele of the 94th York Volunteers.","ER 16; p. 105, A","Military pass from the Military Governor in Alexandria, Virginia. The pass allows the \"servant\" of MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy to travel with groceries by command of Brigadier General John P. Slough.","ER 16; p. 106 A","\"By direction of the Secretary, you are hereby authorized to grant a clearance for such family supplies as may be shipped by Capt. Ferguson A. (?) at your port, consigned to Miss S.C. Tracy, Secretary of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, at Mt. Vernon, Va., endorsing upon each clearance your certificate that it is granted by authority and direction of the Secretary of the Treasury.\" Further notes on the reverse concerning clearance of the supplies order. Autograph document signed.","Mary Hamilton writes that under the contract of purchase, the MVLA is obligated to keep up Mount Vernon or the property will revert to the state of Virginia. However, since boats are not permitted to come to Mount Vernon, income is being lost. Therefore the MVLA, as a U.S. association, demands compensation from the U.S. government at a rate of $500 per month due to a loss of income as a result of the federal government's orders.","Pass issued to Mrs. Mary C. Keith (the elder sister of Sarah C. Tracy, MVLA Secretary) and her daughter, Miss Fannie Cornelia Keith. It allows them to travel from Washington, D.C to Mount Vernon and then return to Washington, D.C. The pass can be used for one month and permits them to take one trunk and a satchel. The pass became valid when both of them signed on the reverse side; it was also signed by the issuing officer, Capt. I.A. Shippen.","RM-182; ER-2553","Draft. The MVLA appeals to Congress for reimbursement for loss of income due to lack of boat services to Mount Vernon during the war. Autograph document.","Minutes of the formative meeting of the Virginia Central Mount Vernon Association (the MVLA). The ladies of Virginia formed themselves into an association with the view of helping the sisters of the South raise a sum of money to purchase Mount Vernon. The mechanics of the organization and its attendant activities are recorded in this document. It also includes a list of the officers chosen as well as various communications with Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham and others.","Rough draft of the minutes of an MVLA meeting in Virginia.","Minutes written by Sarah Tracy for an MVLA meeting held in Washington, D.C. ","8 pages printed. ","ER 4; p. 33","Minutes of the MVLA Council, 1868. ","ER 4; p. 34; L-8","Minutes of the MVLA Council, 1868. ","ER 4; p. 34; L-8","Susan Hudson's report concerning an endowment fund for Mount Vernon. Discussing her research into previous attempts.","4-54","Report for the Records Committee by Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut.","Handwritten copy of Susan Pellet's journal with notes and minutes on the earliest meetings of the MVLA, 1854-1857.","This 13-page printed pamphlet is entitled \"Reports of the earliest meetings of the Mount Vernon Association from the Journal of Mrs. Susan L. Pellet, the first secretary.\" The MVLA Council of 1895 ordered that a synopsis of reports of the meetings during 1854, 1855, 1856, and 1857 must be printed.","ER 4; p. 20 ","Two copies of \"Report of the Mount Vernon Association,\" written by Susan L. Pellet, Corresponding Secretary of the MVLA. It was printed in the \"Southern Literary Messenger.\" The document is a report of the fundraising activities of the ladies of the MVLA. Susan L. Pellet announces that John A. Washington has reconsidered and is now prepared to sell Mount Vernon. She lists numerous contributors to the Mount Vernon fund. Edward Everett has already secured $25,000 by speaking for the cause. Ex-President John Tyler furthermore defends the purchase and preservation of Mount Vernon. ","RM 141; CLIP 2368","Report sent to from Susan Pellet to the MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Despite financial panic, the MVLA continues to receive offers of assistance. Since the September report, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota, and New Mexico have been added to the MVLA. Santa Fe citizens and Florida ladies are also active. Mrs. McWillie has been appointed MVLA Vice Regent of Mississippi. Since Edward Everett is otherwise occupied, Rev. Dr. Burrows has taken his place speaking on behalf of the MVLA. In regards to donations to the MVLA, South Carolina has given $151, Tennessee has given $189, and Virginia has given $134. The funds will be sent to W.H. Mcfarland of Richmond, Virginia. He will in turn place them in the hands of the Treasurer of the State of Virginia, who will place them to the credit of the MVLA. ","ER 16; p. 245, A; Box 18","\"Report of the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union,\" written by MVLA Secretary Susan L. Pellet. She reports that a contract for the purchase of Mount Vernon has been made. She describes the contract and appeals for contributions to be made. ","1 printed page; duplicate on p. 128, with title missing.","This description also applies to the item entitled \"Broadside, Report of the MVLA\" in Box 5, Folder 9.","ER 4; p. 30","This newspaper clipping contains the report of Mrs. Susan L. Pellet, MVLA Secretary. She discusses the progress of the MVLA since signing the contract last April. She gives notice of state organizations and the MVLA Vice Regents appointed, reporting that correspondence has been opened with every state in the Union. Mrs. Pellet also gives special mention to California and the Charleston Navy Yards, where residents have shown particular interest in helping to preserve Mount Vernon. She estimates that $6250 will be needed from each state for the final payment on Mount Vernon and further notes that it needs immediate repairs.","ER 4; p. 129","Mrs. Margaret Ann Comegys, the MVLA Vice Regent of Delaware, addresses this document to \"Mr. Editor.\" She gives a report of the MVLA of Delaware, which she asks him to publish in his columns. $575 in donations has been collected since $1175 was sent to Mount Vernon, making the total amount collected $1750 (this amount is exclusive of \"Mount Vernon Record\" subscriptions and the sale of photographs). ","ER 17; p. 43, ALS","Treasurer's Report by George W. Riggs. The report covers May 1861 to January 1864. During that time period, the MVLA received $3628.18 and disbursed $5965.18. $1820.63 is due Mr. Riggs himself for money advanced, while $2500.00 is due Mr. Herbert in back salary. $5000 is due on a deferred payment on the Mount Vernon estate.","15-41","Typed copy of George Riggs' report November 1865 to November 1866. ER-22","Fragment. Report was read by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the MVLA Council of 1867. Its intended audience was possibly the MVLA Vice Regents. Ann Pamela Cunningham discusses the adjustment of irregular proceedings during the Civil War. She also discusses the resignation of MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy, including the salary due to her, the length of time she may remain at Mount Vernon, and the appointment of a successor. She also brings up Supterintendent Herbert, daily boats, and the question of leasing a wharf.","ER 11; p. 147 ","Report concerning boat operation and revenue at Mount Vernon. In 1867, boats brought in $3846.33 in revenue. During the Civil War, boats stopped running for about two and a half years.","ER 22","Report read to the MVLA Council. It gives a brief history of Mr. Sykes and boat trips to Mount Vernon. The document also discusses financial problems immediately after the Civil War: the probability of being able to support a superintendent fell, but it was later realized that it was necessary to have a superintendent at Mount Vernon.","ER-11; 147","This MVLA report, sent to the MVLA Grand Council, is from a committee to examine and settle the accounts of former MVLA Secretary Sarah C. Tracy. The report presents Miss Tracy's claims regarding her salary, its increase, and the amount she actually received. No statement about the salary was found prior to 1864, so Miss Tracy's claim therefore ceased in 1864. An 1866 motion in the Council to raise Miss Tracy's salary was ambiguously worded and caused misunderstanding. The Committee has settled with her \"in a spirit of liberality\" as per the Council's order, which is acknowledged as generous by Miss Tracy. A signed receipt for payment in full was submitted by Miss Tracy.","ER 13; p. 11, 14","Committee report on the efforts to settle the accounts of Sarah C. Tracy, the former secretary of the MVLA. It was signed by Mrs. A.W. Chace, the MVLA Vice Regent of Rhode Island. Miss Tracy is upset that Mrs. Morse, the MVLA Vice Regent of Louisiana, presented a paper in her name without her knowledge of its presentation. Miss Tracy says that she has at no time asked \"interest\" of the MVLA and states her understanding of her salary contract. This document also includes the results of Mrs. Chace's search of MVLA records regarding Miss Tracy's salary and increase in salary. Mrs. Chace notes the ambiguities and misunderstandings that arose and the desire of the MVLA Committee to make a liberal and just settlement. The document also reports Miss Tracy's \"receipt in full\" and her acknowledgment that a \"generous settlement\" has been reached. Mrs. Chace notes that there was a copy of a statement for files sent by Miss Tracy with a contract to MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. Had Mrs. Chace known of the contract, it would have affected her settlement with Miss Tracy. As it develops, on lowest estimate, Miss Tracy was overpaid $800, but Mrs. Chace yielded claim, willing to deal generously and avoid any possible lawsuit. ","ER 16; p. 145","The final report of the MVLA committee on the settlement of the account of Miss Sarah C. Tracy, the former MVLA Secretary. Mrs. Chace states that Miss Tracy admits no interest on her just due from the MVLA and that the settlement between the MVLA and Miss Tracy has been found agreeable.","Report by Mrs. Nancy Wade Halsted, the MVLA Vice Regent for New Jersey,  to the MVLA for the State of New Jersey, covering May 1868 to 14 March 1870. She has appealed to the wealthy of New Jersey for an endowment fund for Mount Vernon, but under the present circumstances of the MVLA, making such a fund is impossible. The MVLA has currently only raised $46.50 for such a fund. She states that the total receipts from New Jersey are $1753.55, but that there is no interest in specific bequests for an endowment fund. Mrs. Halsted feels the MVLA must appeal to Congress to establish a permanent endowment fund.","Two separate drafts of Mrs. Halsted's report regarding the addition of a furnace in the cellar of the Mansion.","ER 17; p. 156, L","Report of Philoclea Edgeworth Eve, the MVLA Vice Regent of Georgia, to the MVLA Council. Mrs. Eve defends herself of any wrongdoing in investing MVLA money in Confederate bonds during the Civil War, which she did at the request of MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. ","ER 5; p. 186, 187; ALS","Will of Daingerfield Lewis, grandson of Eleanor Custis Lewis.","Codicil to the will of former MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. It was written in Rosemont, Laurens County, South Carolina. The document is a handwritten copy of her statement regarding the \"important papers, documents and letters\" she wished to be turned over to Mrs. M.A. Comegys, Mrs. L.W. Walker, and Mrs. Amarintha Snowden. She further states that some other papers of this character may be at Rosemont and that there are also some others in Washington, D.C. about which Mary A. McMakin can give information. ","ER 11; p. 176, 184\nER 17; p. 271, ALS","By Ann Pamela Cunningham, handwritten statements for her executors regarding the disposition of her papers. She states her desire for \"important papers, documents and letters\" to be turned over to Mrs. M.A. Comegys, Mrs. L.W. Walker, and Mrs. Amarintha Snowden. She further states that some other papers of this character may be at Rosemonte and that there are also some others in Washington, D.C. about which Mary A. McMakin can give information. ","ER 17; p. 271, ALS\nER 2; p. 277, LS","Appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham.","Draft appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the Sons and Daughters of washington.","Second appeal written by Ann Pamela Cunningham for Mount Vernon. She signs the message \"A Southern Matron.\" Sent to southern editors in general and particularly those of Washington, D.C., Richmond, Charleston, Augusta, Savannah, Montgomery, Mobile, New Orleans, and Louisville. ","A newspaper clipping in the following folder.","ER-1-5 to 9; A.L.S. 5 pp. ","News clipping of the second appeal on behalf of Mount Vernon to the Ladies of the South by Ann Pamela Cunningham. She signs the message \"A Southern Matron.\" ","Handwritten version of this appeal in previous folder.","ER-1-6","Document entitled \"Washington Circular\" with an \"Appeal for Mount Vernon , by the Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" signed by the Mt. Vernon Central Com. of the Union. Reverse side has the Southern Matron's letter to Virginia, addressed to Mr. Gilmer, Corresponding Secretary of the Mount Vernon State Committee of Virginia. (4 copies)","ER 4; p. 21; ER-4-21; Box 14","A.D.S. 4 pp. Incomplete. Appeal to support the efforts of the Mount Vernon Central Committee to purchase the home and grave of Washington by Ann Pamela Cunningham. For final printed copy (complete) see: 2 November 1854, Appeals, Washington Circular, to the Daughters of Washington...","ER-11-205 and ER-11-2; A.D.S. 4 pp.","Printed booklet including An Appeal to the Sons and Daughters of Washington, a letter to Governor Wise from Ann Pamela Cunningham, letters from William Ritchie and John Augustine Washington III, the report of the Corresponding Secretary Susan Pellet, and the Act of Incorporation. Printed by A.J. Burke, 40 Broad Street, Charleston.","Reverse side reads \"Mercantile Library Association, Oration upon Washington, Hon. Edward Everett\"","Statement regarding the Masonic Order and their role in the purchase of Mount Vernon. ","ER 5; p. 105, A","Printed appeal (incomplete), perhaps clipped from a publication. References the efforts of the MVLA to acquire funds to purchase Mount Vernon and turn it over to the state of Virginia.","Written by Mrs. E.O. Hoyt, \"Aunt Libbie\" to be sold for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Association.","An appeal by Mary Morris Hamilton to the Standing Committee of New York to continue raising funds which shall be set apart for the purpose of repairs and preservation at Mount Vernon. ","ER 3; p. 273, ALS","This printed appeal was created by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. On the advice of Edward Everett, she signed her baptismal name rather than \"A Southern Matron.\" She reports that the contract was signed with John A. Washington on April 6 for 200 acres of Mount Vernon (including the mansion, gardens, landing, and tomb) for $200,000. John A. Washington's letter to W.H. Macfarland and A.A. Chapman is also included on the appeal. (multiple copies)","ER 1; p. 92","Draft of the appeal, probably written for the state of Tennessee. Reverse side of the draft reads \"Tenn.\" Pencil notes state that it is to be signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Susan Pellet, but is not written in either woman's hand.","Printed leaflet or circular, appeal \"to the children of the public schools\" to make donations towards the preservation of Mount Vernon. ","RM 1045; ER 5686; a and b; Box 26","Handwritten copy.","Printed leaflet or circular, appeal from the Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham \"to the American Consuls\" to make donations towards the preservation of Mount Vernon. Multiple copies.","RM 1046; ER 5687; 1-26","Print copy of the address by Margaret Ann Comegys, Vice Regent of Delaware, to the Masons. She sent it from Dover, Delaware to the Worshipful Master and Wardens of the Masonic Order of Delaware. An appeal for funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon. It includes a clear statement regarding payments made to John A. Washington. ","ER 17; p. 10","Handwritten \"ode\" or poem about the poor condition of Mount Vernon and how funds must be raised to help because it is \"committed to our sacred trust.\"","Printed circular regarding sale of the portrait of Washington to benefit the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Suggests forming clubs to raise money and purchase one copy of the portrait for the group. Gives list of the Vice Regents to whom money should be submitted. Signed S.F. Watson. Folder also includes a letter by Devereux \u0026 Co., probably to Ann Pamela Cunningham, regarding copies of the Mount Vernon Record, dated January 12, 1859.","Printed circular, probably meant to be distributed with copies of the Mount Vernon Record.","Printed circular by Grand Master Philip C. Tucker, appealing to the Masons to contribute money to the purchase and care of Mount Vernon. Written in Vergennes. Embossed copy with note at the top \"To Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham.\" Duplicate copy also in folder. ","ER-D-2","News clipping announcing the completion of payments toward Mount Vernon - \"the Home and Grave of the Father of his Country, is now virtually the property of the Nation.\" She gives history of payments made, encourages the continuation of fundraising, and praises them for their work saying \"You have conquered ridicule - you have banished doubt - you have inspired faith - you have proven that Woman, in her appropriate sphere, on her heavenly appointed mission has dared to undertake that from which Man shrank appalled - and has triumphed where he failed!\"","ER 4; p. 31","Draft appeal to the Masonic Grand Lodge of Virginia from Miss Cunningham asking for aid for maintenance on Mount Vernon. She cites Virginia Grand Lodge action in December 1857 and lists amounts paid by different states. She also notes that objections on the basis of John A. Washington's attitude have been overcome and refers to her recent report on the subject. Says they have not paid what they promised thus far. Printed version is available in the following folder.","ER 11; p. 107, AL","Print circular or leaflet, appeal to the Masonic Order by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Draft version in previous folder.","Handwritten account of Ellen Key Blunt's reading to benefit Mount Vernon. The author wonders whether or not she could be called upon to continue her public readings on a tour similar to Edward Everett's orations.","(see also p. 94)","ER 4; p. 112","Handwritten notes in preparation for a speech, Ann Pamela Cunningham.","ER-11","Printed circular, gives background information on the Association and its purchase of Mount Vernon. Asks for continuing financial support for their mission. Signed Ann Pamela Cunningham. Multiple copies.","News clipping from the Daily Chronicle and Sentinel, Augusta, Georgia. An appeal to the Ladies of Tuscumbia, Alabama for Mount Vernon.","Various news clippings and one printed circular, appeals by Magdalen Blanding, Vice Regent for California.","News clipping from the Denver Republican, \"Appeal for Colorado to Assist in Beautifying Mount Vernon.\" by Alice H. Hill, Vice Regent for Colorado.","Two news clippings and one printed circular, appeals by Mary B. Goodrich, Vice Regent for Connecticut.","ER 4-49; p. 49; Box 11. ","Several news clippings and printed circulars, appeals by Margaret Comegys, Vice Regent for Delaware. Most are dated 1858-1859 or undated. One circular is dated 1876 and refers to the continuing need for funding and furnishing the Delaware Room.  ER 17; p. 221. RM-269; PS-2782.","News clipping from the Washington Intelligencer, \"Mount Vernon. Its History, Its Proprietors, Its Relics, Its Reminiscences and Its Present Condition.\"","News clipping \"Florida at Mount Vernon.\"","News clippings and printed leaflets with appeals written by the Vice Regent for Georgia, Philoclea Eve.","One news clipping from the Salem Advocate \"Mount Vernon Association\" addressed to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Salem; and one printed circular by the Vice Regent for Illinois, Elizabeth Barry, \"Mount Vernon. An Address to the People of Illinois.\"","Multiple news clippings from various Iowa newspapers. Several written by Jane Van Antwerp, Vice Regent for Iowa. Others have no author listed.","News clipping \"Appeal to the People of Kentucky\" by Rosa V. Johnson (Jeffrey), Vice Regent for Kentucky.","Two copies of a printed circular \"An Appeal for the Purchase and Future Preservation of the Home and Grave of Washington\" signed Margaretta Morse, Vice Regent for Louisiana. RM-214, ER-2681","One news clipping and two printed circulars with appeals written by the Vice Regent for Maine, Abba Little.","Two printed notices to the women of Maryland asking them to become involved with fundraising for Mount Vernon. Written by Eleanor Goldsborough, Vice Regent for Maryland.","Several copies of printed circulars or leaflets - one dated July 5, 1858 by Louisa Greenough, Vice Regent for Massachusetts, with note at bottom \"We, the undersigned\" with names of male supporters including Edward Everett. Another circular dated September 1858  with list of County Managers and Board of Counsellors at the bottom. One copy signed by Mrs. Harrison Gray Otis (Eliza Ann Otis), with one printed poem also by Mrs. Otis. RM-503, ER-4087","One printed appeal by Hannah Farnsworth, Vice Regent for Michigan, \"Appeal to the Ladies of Michigan,\" 1858. Also, one printed appeal dated 1868 by Ann Pamela Cunningham \"An Appeal from the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union\" with a note on the second page by Mrs. Farnsworth about the donations from Michigan. Note is dated 1878.","News clipping from the St. Paul Pioneer and Democrat newspaper with appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham \"The Mt. Vernon Fund.\"","Printed appointment for membership in the Mount Vernon Association (blank). Created by the Vice Regent for Mississippi to assign \"agents\" of the MVLA in her state. Signed \"Very Respectfully, \u0026c. C.A. McWillie. Vice President of the Mount Vernon Association for the State of Mississippi.\"","Small news clipping announcing the successful bill in the state legislature to appropriate $2,000 toward the Mount Vernon cause.","Printed circular \"An Appeal to the Women of New Hampshire\" written by Sarah King Hale, Vice Regent for New Hampshire. RM-796, ER-5209","One printed appeal by Helen Conover, Vice Regent for New Jersey, asking for donations to assist in the restoration of the New Jersey Room, ca. 1893. One printed circular with \"An Appeal to the Masonic Fraternity of the State of New Jersey\" and a \"Circular Letter\" to Masonic lodges, written by Nancy Halsted, Vice Regent for New Jersey, 1873.","Multiple copies of printed appeals and news clippings written by Mary Morris Hamilton, Vice Regent for New York."," RM 1044; ER-230; ER 5685; a and b.","News clipping \"For the Patriot - Appeal of the Mount Vernon Association, to the Ladies of Halifax County\" written by S.W. Joyner, Lady Manager of Halifax (NC).","Handwritten draft of an appeal written by Letitia Walker, Vice Regent for North Carolina, February 1860.","News clippings from Ohio newspapers with appeals for aiding Mount Vernon. One clipping specifically requesting donations toward the Ohio Room at Mount Vernon, 1883.","News clippings with printed appeals by Ann Pamela Cunningham, 1855-1859. Printed circulars and leaflets with appeals and requests for donations, undated and 1859. One circular by Lily Macalester (Laughton) dated February 22, 1859, with handwritten drafted letter on the reverse to \"My dear sir.\"\nER 13; p. 56-57, ALS. ER-D-3.","One printed circular appeal by Lucy Pickens, Vice Regent for South Carolina, 1883. News clippings from South Carolina newspapers, 1857 and undated.","News clippings from Tennessee newspapers and several printed circulars or leaflets with appeals by Mary Rutledge Fogg, Vice Regent for Tennessee. ER 10; p. 157. ER 10-225; ER-10.","News clippings with appeals by Ann Pamela Cunningham and Mary Cutts, Vice Regent for Vermont.","News clippings with appeals and multiple copies of the printed report of the Mount Vernon State Committee and Central Committee with Constitution. ER-4-22.","Two printed appeals, one by Mrs. E.O. Sampson Hoyt (author of \"Little George and His Hatchet\") and one \"To the People of Wisconsin\" by Martha Mitchell, Vice Regent for Wisconsin.","Bill for goods purchased by the MVLA. Marked payment received at bottom.","Handwritten partial copy of an article in a New York newspaper reporting on John Augustine Washington III's debt and how he \"swindled\" the ladies out of their money.","List of women in Virginia who contributed money toward the purchase of Washington's cane as a gift to Edward Everett. W-578","Signed statement by MVLA Treasurer F.H. Peabody that was sent from Boston to the MVLA. It includes a list of securities now held in trust, purchased from the proceeds of Edward Everett's lectures, and accumulating for the purpose of purchasing Mount Vernon. ER 3; p. 103, A","Bundle of several receipts for money received by Ann Pamela Cunningham toward payment for Mount Vernon. Some monies received from Vice Regents.","Account of money received by MVLA Treasurer in Richmond, VA. Mr. McFarland.","Account of money received by George W. Riggs, Treasurer, for Mount Vernon May-October 1858.","List of deposits in the hand of John Augustine Washington III, with note at the bottom regarding payment on April 6, \"APC.\"","Names and amounts collected for sale of Devereux and Co. portraits by Ann Pamela Cunningham.","John A. Washington authorizes Burke and Herbert Bank to receive payment. Also includes two messages of funds received from George W. Riggs, MVLA Treasurer, in February 1859.","RM 1059; ER 5699","Describes the account between Devereux \u0026 Co. and the MVLA as of 24 August 1859. It includes the money received from the sale of portraits, fifty percent of which goes to the MVLA. It also includes the $2157.48 debt of Devereux to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham, which was paid by a note dated four months from 19 September 1859. ","ER-D-111","Account of the proceeds for a ball and concert given in Sacramento, California \"under the auspices of\" Mrs. John B. Weller (wife of the governor of California), N.S. Long, Nm.J. Robertson, B.F. Hastings, and Leland Stanford. The total amount obtained was $445.","Handwritten statement by G.T. Devereux to David Paul Brown regarding the sale of portraits and books for the benefit of Mount Vernon.","ER-D-84","Bill issued by Philp \u0026 Solomons of the Metropolitan Bookstore for stationery, paper, and envelopes, April 1860.\n \nER 23; p. 211, ADS","Reports the dividends due the MVLA from the Rail Road Bank of Savannah, Georgia. The dividends will equal $336.87.","22-227","Notice from Whitman C. Bestor to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham that a draft for $600 drawn by Miss Cunningham on George W. Riggs, MVLA Treasurer, in favor of Devereux \u0026 Co. is protested for non-payment.","ER 22; p. 151, ALS","Letter from Deacon \u0026 Peterson at the Office of the Saturday Evening Post to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. Deacon \u0026 Peterson are willing to sell electrotype plates of the \"Mount Vernon Record\" for $275 and can furnish the supplements Miss Cunningham mentioned for $12 per page. ","ER-D-65","Financial statement from John Augustine Washington III to the MVLA written in the hand of Upton Herbert, Superintendent of Mount Vernon. Account of expenses for an unspecified period, including nine dollars for coffins for three servants, one of them the wife of West Ford.","RM-523; ER-4273","Bill for the Mount Vernon wharf. The total bill was $4076.50 and it has been paid in full.","2-241","Bill for groceries on account of Sarah Tracy purchased June 1863 through December 1863. Note at the bottom that payment was received January 23, 1864.","This authorization for securities was sent by MVLA Vice Regents Mary Morris Hamilton and Margaret Comegys to MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. The Vice Regents acknowledge the loan of $400 by Riggs \u0026 Co. for repairs at Mount Vernon. They also authorize Riggs to place securities in the hands of the firm as a pledge for repayment of the loan.","This document was originally enclosed with a letter of the same date that was written by Mary M. Hamilton to George W. Riggs.","ER 23; p. 285, AD","Bill of lading from W. Baker of Borden Mining Company to the MVLA for twelve tons of coal.","Bill with list of groceries purchased from The American Tea Company by the MVLA throughout November 1866. Paid on December 7, 1866. (Date could actually be 1864 - not clear in the handwriting)","Bill with list of supplies and groceries purchased on account of Sarah Tracy, October through December 1866. Paid on December 17, 1866. Receipt by Nathaniel Boush and Co.","Sales record of money made at Mount Vernon in 1866-1867 by selling crops, bouquets, photographs. and entrance fees.","ER-16; p. 132","Bill showing meats purchased on the MVLA's account with John W. Benter in Alexandria, Virginia, Reverse side acknowledges payment of $32.40.","Bill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in December 1867. Acknowledges payment at the bottom.","Bill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in January through February 1868. Acknowledges payment at the bottom.","Statement of the MVLA's account by MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs. It includes income and expenditures from 23 November 1867 to 26 February 1868. ","ER-22","Bill for the MVLA's account with Nathaniel Boush and Co. for supplies in March and April 1868. Acknowledges receiving payment of $27.14.","Bill for goods purchased by the MVLA from Geo. Washington, General Commission Merchant, Alexandria, Virginia.","Bill from The American Tea Company for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA, May through July 1868.","Bill for meat purchased by the MVLA from John W. Benter, during July 1868. Acknowledge payment at the bottom.","Bill for meat purchased by the MVLA from John W. Benter during August 1868.","Bill for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA from The American Tea Company in September and October 1868.","Fragment of a bill with acknowledgement of payment from John W. Benter.","George W. Riggs' final account to the Regent and Vice Regents of the MVLA as Treasurer.","ER-22","Bill for groceries and supplies purchased by the MVLA from the American Tea Company during January through May 1870. Payment noted on June 3, 1870.","Bill for $164.70 for work done by Edgar Stevor at Mount Vernon in March and April 1872. Marked as received payment in full.","From Jay Cooke Co. in Washington, D.C. to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham - financial statement for the Masonic Monument Fund from 26 April 1871 to 1 June 1872. The balance is $1049.53.","ER 11; p. 161, AS","Order to pay the MVLA Secretary or Superintendent $300 from the Mount Vernon account, from Mrs. Martha Mitchell, Vice Regent of Wisconsin and Chairman of the Executive Committee, to F.D. Cooke, MVLA Tresurer. ","ER 18; p. 239, ALS","Handwritten copies of letters from Governor Wells to the MVLA regarding financial transactions including bills for legal services, payments on the wharf, etc.","Bill for work done by F.A. (Franklin A.) Whelan including \"painting on roof, cupola, windows etc. of Mansion House, Butlers House, Dairy, etc.\" with total of $66.00, dated August 27, 1874. Marked payment received on September 1, 1874.","The Regent in account with Riggs \u0026 Co. Washington, D.C. ER-20, p. 65","This 30 December check by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes is on Jay Cooke \u0026 Co. Bankers for $100.00.","This 17 January check by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes is on Jay Cooke \u0026 Co. Bankers for $100.00.","Receipt from MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs to MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham. He notes that he received her checks for $829.67 and $500.00.","ER 22-3; p. 3, ADS","Receipt from Benjamin Yancey in Charleston, South Carolina to Ann Pamela Cunningham. He states that he received from her two bonds of the Commonwealth of Virginia worth $1000 each. The first bond is redeemable after 1 January 1887 and the second after 1 July 1888. They are due with coupons for the last payment attached and are to be delivered to William H. McFarlane, MVLA Treasurer. ","ER 11; p. 12, ALS","Multiple checks written by the MVLA for various payments. Riggs Bank and Burke and Herbert Bank.","Receipts for payments from Ann Pamela Cunningham or the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III, some written in the hand of John Augustine Washington or signed by APC.","Receipt for bonds from the  Virginia State Treasurer in Richmond, Virginia, to Mrs. Alice H. Dickinson, the MVLA Vice Regent of North Carolina. ","ER 14; p. 112, A","Receipt from Richmond, Virginia, by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edward Everett. She notes that she received from him $2696.40, which is to be applied to the purchase of Mount Vernon. Photograph copy with the original in folder.","ER 9; p. 164","Photograph copy of a promissory note by MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to John A. Washington III. She promises to pay Washington $57,000 plus interest by 1 January 1859 towards the purchase of Mount Vernon.","Receipt for money given by Anna Cora Ritchie to Ann Pamela Cunningham through Susan Pellet. Also notes check sent to Mr. Washington. Note regarding money from bonds and interest on the reverse.","Handwritten copy of receipt written by John Augustine Washington III for payment made by the MVLA on April 7, 1858.","Receipt from Devereux \u0026 Co. to Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging that the company borrowed $150.00 from her.","ER-D-43","Certificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund No. 1 to Robert Bonner for $10,000. Signed by Edward Everett. Folder also includes photograph copy.","ER 9; p. 208, A","Handwritten copy of a note for payment of $57,000 to John Augustine Washington III toward purchase of Mount Vernon in December 1858.","Check from Riggs Bank and the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III for $59,242 toward purchase of Mount Vernon. First installment made after initial down payment in April 1858.","Certificate for donation of 50 cents to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund by No. 34 Charlotte Everett Wise, signed by Edward Everett. Photograph copy also in folder.","ER 9; p. 208, A","Check for $56.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co. The money was taken from the account of MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs.","Check for $450.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Certificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for one dollar by Mrs. C.M. Bissell, No. 158. Signed by Edward Everett.","A-580, M-1673","Certificate of donation to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for one dollar by Mrs. W.B. Spooner, No. 161. Signed by Edward Everett and Mr. Peabody. RM-918, ER-5450","Receipt for $10,000 payment by the MVLA through George W. Riggs to Burke and Herbert bank, John Augustine Washington III.","RM-1051, ER-5692","Receipt from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaretta Morse, the MVLA Vice Regent of Louisiana. Miss Cunningham acknowledges that she received from Mrs. Morse a check for $55.00 for Washington portraits.","Receipt recognizing payment from Margaret Ann Comegys, the MVLA Vice Regent of Delaware. Check for $65.00, money obtained from the sale of portraits and the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"","ER 11; p. 80, ALS","Receipt for two payments from the MVLA through George W. Riggs to John Augustine Washington III's account at Burke and Herbert Bank. First payment of $10,000, second payment of $5,000.","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $626.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt from George W. Riggs to Ann Pamela Cunningham. He acknowledges receiving from her $686.00 for an MVLA contribution by Kentucky.","21-241","Check for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment by Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The receipt is for $13.00 for portraits. There are other notations regarding portraits and Records at the bottom of the receipt. ","ER-D-31","Receipt for Wells Fargo and Co.'s Express delivery of a gold bar from Louis M. Lane that is valued at $3302.74. The bar is to be forwarded to Philadelphia and delivered to Ann Pamela Cunningham. ","ER-1-134","Check for $720.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $250.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment from Margaretta Morse, Vice Regent of Louisiana, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $50.00. The money was obtained through the sale of Washington portraits.","Check for $460.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment from Miss Cunningham to Devereux and Co. for $30.00, which came from portraits received by Mrs. Pellet. On the bottom of the document someone, possibly Ann Pamela Cunningham, has written the following: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026 Co.\"","ER-D-29; Box 1","Check for $240.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $100.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check from Wells Fargo \u0026 Co. paying Ann Pamela Cunningham $1163.64.","ER-1; p. 135","Check for $150.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment of Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The company acknowledges that it has received from Miss Cunningham $16.00, which came from portraits. On the bottom of the document, the following is written in another hand: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026 Co.\"","ER-D-35","Receipt for payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. The company acknowledges that it has received from Miss Cunningham $21.00, which was transferred by Miss Kate L. Jarvis of Vermont. On the bottom of the document, the following is written in another hand: \"The [percentage]...[the MVLA] is yet to be paid by Messrs. Devereux \u0026 Co.\"","ER-D-34","Certificate for donation of $1.00 to the Auxiliary Mount Vernon Fund for Thomas Nickerson, No. 1624. Signed by Edward Everett. ","RM-1030; MS-5662","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co. The money was taken from the account of MVLA Treasurer George W. Riggs.","Receipt from Sarah Sibley, the Vice Regent for Minnesota, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $30.00.\nER 11; p. 90, AS","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment from Magdalen Blanding, Vice Regent for California, to Ann Pamela Cunningham for $1163.64.","ER 1; p. 135, AS","Check for $200.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Promissory note from Devereux \u0026 Co. to Ann Pamela Cunningham. The company promises to pay Miss Cunningham $2157.48 in four months.","ER-D-67","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co. for $350.00.","Check for $150.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $300.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $200.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $5000.00 from the MVLA to John Augustine Washington III's account at Burke and Herbert bank. ER-5693","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $600.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check on George W. Riggs, Esq. Treasurer MVLA for $400","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $400.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check for $500.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Check Mr. George W. Riggs Treasurer MVLA for $350.","Check for $600.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for payment of $43.72 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux and Co.","ER-D-36","Check for $500.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for Miss Tracy's service as a private secretary and for a washerwoman. Miss Tracy notes receiving $35.50 from APC.","See also p. 88. ","ER 16; p. 83","Check for $350.00 from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Devereux \u0026 Co.","Receipt for Miss Tracy's service as a private secretary and for a washerwoman. Miss Tracy notes receiving $33.50 from APC.","See also p. 88.","16-83\nER 16; p. 83","Receipt from N.B. Devereux to Ann Pamela Cunningham. Devereux notes that he received from Miss Cunningham $300.00 for the May number of the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"","ER-D-89; Box 43","Receipt for payment from APC to Sarah Tracy. Miss Tracy notes receiving $99.00, which covers two and a half months of Miss Tracy's salary in advance from 15 September to 15 December.","See also receipts p. 83, 89, 92. ","ER 16; p. 88, ALS","Receipt for payment of Ann Pamela Cunningham to Sarah Tracy for salary. Miss Tracy acknowledges receiving from Miss Cunningham $60.00 \"in advance of additional salary to be paid at the option of the [MVLA].\"","See also receipts, p. 83, 88.","ER 16; p. 89, ALS","Receipt for payment from the MVLA to James Reid Lambdin for painting a portrait of Ann Pamela Cunningham. It is a signed receipt with an itemized bill for work on the portrait.","Auth file M-405/A; AS","Fragment reads \"Rec Payment, John W. Benter\" with Washington 2 cent stamp. Date 1863 written on the stamp.","Receipt written by E.W. Vyle, executor of John Augustine Washington's estate, for payment from Sarah C. Tracy. Vyle acknowledges receiving from Miss Tracy $100.00, which is due to the estate.","ER 16; p. 111, A","Two receipts from Wm. and J.C. Martin \u0026 Co. in Columbia to Ann Pamela Cunningham. The receipts are for Confederate bonds which were worth $2743.50 and $2746.20.","ER 11; p. 176","Receipt is from George Siggers to Upton H. Herbert, MVLA Superintendent. Siggers acknowledges receiving from Herbert $53.00 for 50 bushels of corn.","Receipt from John R. Masters to the MVLA acknowledging he received $96.00 for purchase of coal.","Receipt from William Bell in Philadelphia acknowledged payment from APC for $64.37 for photographs sold.from the MVLA.","Receipt from Upton Herbert acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100.","Letter with receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham and forwarding his new address for his photography business. Acknowledges receiving $21.90 from her.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Nalley for $272.00.","Check to and from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $75.60.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaretta Morse for $61.60.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to F.D. Richardson for $22.16.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to W. Arthur Taylor for  $180.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Upton Herbert for $1500.00.","Receipt acknowledging payment by the MVLA \"for all indebtedness to Miss S.C. Tracy.\"","ER 16; p. 144, ALS","Check from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $300.00.","Check from MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham to Wise \u0026 Co. for $127.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to MVLA Superintendent Upton H. Herbert for $92.97.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham for bills for furniture, crockery, etc. for $111.40.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $45.75.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to George Washington for $32.52.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mr. Legg for $200.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Washington \u0026 Herbert (previously cataloged as Washington L. Herbert) for $27.41.","Check made out to \"myself\" by Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Nalley for $100.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $100.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Craig for $200.","Receipt from William Bell of Philadelphia acknowledging the payment of Miss S.W. Tiffey for $30.00 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to A.T. Lynn for $80.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from S.W. Tiffey for $62.27 for photos sold at Mount Vernon. acknowledges receiving from her $62.27.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for photos sold at Mount Vernon for $39.03.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $44.33 for photographs sold at Mount Vernon.","Receipt is from Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging a payment from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth for $377.00, which was paid to him by Mr. Dongan \"on monthly settlement with Boat Co.\"","ER 11; p. 160, AS","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $43.35 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.","Receipt from William Bell acknowledging payment from Ann Pamela Cunningham for $69.88 for photos sold at Mount Vernon.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to G.G. Cornwell \u0026 Son of the American Tea Company for $85.67.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $200.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $300.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $450.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes for $250.00.","Handwritten note to the bank, Jay Cooke and Co., by Ann Pamela Cunningham to pay Nancy Halsted $245.15.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Margaret Comegys for $17.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Alexander Gardner for $49.22.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Captain Stackpole for $110.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100..","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100.00.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Sykes. It is a check on Jay Cooke \u0026 Co. for $51.04.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Mary A. McMakin for $100..","Receipt signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham acknowledging payment of $445.40 from Superintendent Hollingsworth.","ER 11; p. 160, AS","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edgar Stevor for $20.","Check for $250.","Check from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth for $200.","Two documents regarding payment for insurance on Mount Vernon. Check for $62.50 from Wise and Co. to James Sykes, and a receipt or note on payment, Continental Insurance Co.","Note by Ann Pamela Cunningham to the bank, Jay Cooke \u0026 Co., to pay $300 to Mary McMakin.","Check from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth to Mrs. Lily L.M. Berghmans (later Laughton), Acting Regent of the MVLA, for $1000.","Receipt for payment to David Clair for $13.12 by the MVLA for \"carpenter's work on fence.\"","Receipt for payment to George Hallings for $24.05 by the MVLA for \"carpenter's work on fence.\" for thirteen and three-quarters days of carpentry work on a fence.","Receipt for payment to Edward Clare for $19.50 by the MVLA for \"work on fence.\"for thirteen days of carpentry work on a fence.","Receipt for payment from the MVLA to Thomas Craig for \"masonry work at the greenhouse laying a flue,\" and other work. ","ER-11","Canceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811","Canceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811","List of contributions given in the state of Maine toward the Mount Vernon fund, ca. 1858. Probably written by the Vice Regent, Abba Little. ER-19, p. 73","Letter signed \"Senior Class\" of the women's college - College Temple - in Newnan, Georgia. Lists subscriptions collected by the senior class to contribute to Mount Vernon. Dated August 10, no year. ER-10-65","List of subscribers, unknown source. ER-448","Subscribers on \"Mrs. Catherine Ray's list\" of contributions to the Mount Vernon Fund, Caldwell Parish, LA. ER-445","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Moore, Carroll Parish, LA. ER-450","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Samuel Templeton in Monticello, Carroll Parish, LA. ER-447","Fragment list of subscribers or \"Subscription Paper of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" from Charleston, South Carolina. Notes written in Ann Pamela Cunningham's hand.","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Scarborough at Lake Providence, LA. ER-442","List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Bernan in Lake Providence, LA. ER-443","List of subscriptions collected by Ninita L. Bry in multiple parishes in Louisiana including Ouachita, Jeffereson, Orleans, and Caldwell.","List of subscriptions collected in Madison Parish, LA - \"Mrs. Henrietta Amis' List - Acknowledge and Forwarded\" written on reverse. ER-449","List of subscriptions collected in Monroe Parish and Caldwell Parish, LA. Marked as \"Mrs. C. Rays' List.\" ER-444","Facsimile copy of the list of subscribers in Orange County, North Carolina. R-354, PS-1193","\"Subscription Paper of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" collected for Rapides Parish, LA. Signed \"Mrs. Dr. Davidson's list.\"","\"Subscription Paper of the Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" with the first subscriber listed/signed as Ann Pamela Cunningham for $100. Other subscribers names written in her hand. ERL-33","Annotated \"no. 64\" and \"Anna Cora Ritchie Vice Regent for Virginia\" on the front page. Only a few subscriptions are named. Gift of the Alderman Library, University of Virginia, 1981.","Blank form for subscriptions to Mount Vernon. Several correction notes to wording of the form.","Note with names J.W. Labouisse, Peter Labouisse, and Charles Labouisse. No amounts of subscriptions listed. ER-452","Typescript copy of page 283 in the January 1856 Godey's Lady's Book listing subscriptions or donations to the \"Ladies' Mount Vernon Association.\"","\"No. 237. Subscription book obtained by Mrs. Josiah Ballard, Lady Assistant Manager for Plympton, Appointed by Mrs. James H. Mitchell, Manager for Plymouth Co.\"","Blank certificate \"by virtue of the contribution of $_ is a Member of the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association of the Union.\" Signed by Mary Morris Hamilton, Vice Regent for New York. ","R-359, ER-1197","List of subscribers from Boeuff Prairie Parish, Franklin, Louisiana. List of Mrs. Mariana Grayson. Total money earned from these subscriptions was $30.50.","ER-432; AD","Printed list of counties in New York with their total contributions.","List of subscribers and their contributions made toward purchasing fire equipment for the protection of Mount Vernon. List kept by Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine.","Brief handwritten sketch of Ann Pamela Cunningham with information on Robert Cunningham, her father, on the reverse side.","Brief handwritten biography and genealogy of Jane Maria Van Antwerp, Vice Regent for Iowa.","Photocopy of a typed biography of John Augustine Washington III. It is a copy of the original typescript in Lawrence Washington's gift box of original manuscripts in Special Collections.","RM-524; ER-4312","Typed biography of Mrs. Townsend.","Brief handwritten sketch of Mrs. Louisa Cunningham, mother of Ann Pamela Cunningham. ","ER 11; p. 183","Brief notes made on the biographies of the first two Vice Regents of New Jersey, Phebe Ogden and Nancy Halsted. ERL-43","Handwritten draft describing several events in the early years of the MVLA written by an unknown person. ER-11-43","Handwritten draft describing some early events in the history of the MVLA, unknown author. ER-11-215","Lists grants and deeds that show the change of ownership of Mount Vernon. Written by Margaret Sweat.","Copy (incomplete) of a typed memoir dictated by Fannie Keith Arnold about her aunt, Sarah Tracy. RM-205, TYP-2660/a","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Notes and extracts of letters from the early years of the MVLA. Written by Margaret Comegys. Divided into 5 folders.","Handwritten copies and extracts of letters and reminiscences from the early history of the MVLA including the \"Reminiscences of Miss Cunningham\" by Miss Virginia Hale Watson Campbell for the Record Committee, paper noted by Mrs. Hudson.","Handwritten account of the history of the Board of Visitors by Margaret Sweat. Covers dates 1856-1885.","Brief handwritten biographical sketch of Mary Goodrich, Vice Regent for Connecticut.","ER 4; p. 74, A","Printed booklet with a letter from Ann Pamela Cunningham to Sarah Tracy concerning the earliest years and history of the MVLA in her own words.","ER 4; p. 13","Printed booklet with story and advertisements for \"Martha Washington's Hair Restorer.\" Unknown if affiliated with the MVLA.","Small print booklet \"Mount Vernon, A Poem by G.T. Ward, Esq., Written at the request of the ladies of the Florida Mount Vernon Association. Delivered at the Lake Bradford festival and other occasions. Published in Aid of the Mount Vernon Fund.\"","Leaflet (3 copies) \"Aid to the Mount Vernon Fund, For the Purchase and Restoration of Washington's Home. Stuart's Gold-Mounted Oil Portrait of Washington.\" Portraits for sale by Devereux and Co. for the benefit of Mount Vernon. Includes description of portraits and teh MVLA's efforts.","Folded leaflet (2 copies) advertising the sale of Washington's portait by Devereux and Co. through the Vice Regents from each state.","News clipping originally reported in the Chicago Tribune concerning a man named George S. Williams in LaSalle County who was collecting money on behalf of the MVLA without their knowledge or sanction.","ER-23; p. 296","Letters between John Augustine Washington III and John H. Gilmer published in the Richmond Whig newspaper, 1854. Gilmer informs Washington that the ladies of Richmond and Manchester have appointed him to correspond with the proprietor of Mount Vernon in order to ascertain what price would be agreeable to convey Mount Vernon to the MVLA. He encloses the printed proceedings, constitution, and address of the MVLA (not included here). Gilmer hopes that Washington's reply will be satisfactory to all concerned. ","ER-1-14","News clipping entitled \"From Cape May,\" from the Pennsylvania State Committee, MVLA. The Committee responds to the proposal of the Southern Matron (Ann Pamela Cunningham) to purchase the home and grave of George Washington. Subscriptions were opened and officers were appointed in anticipation of the State Committee for Pennsylvania, which is to be formed by them in September.","ER-4-19; Box 11","Printed booklet, \"Written and delivered in North Carolina, in 1856, for the benefit of the Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association.\" Gazette Job Print, Leaksville, N.C. 1896.","Clipping with announcement of John Augustine Washington III's intention to sell Mount Vernon to the federal government or the State of Virginia.","(From the N.Y. Commercial Advertiser) Announcing the passage of the Act of Incorporation for the MVLA and its intent to purchase Mount Vernon and give it to the State of Virginia. Includes contents and wording of the Act of Incorporation.","Leaflet or broadside (2 copies) advertising the sale of \"Mementos of Mount Vernon\" or the \"Mount Vernon Gem,\" created in the Mount Vernon Factory by James Crutchett. The \"Gem\" is a likeness of Washington or his tomb mounted on a circular frame made of wood taken from the Mount Vernon estate. The leaflet also includes information on Crutchett's agreement with John Augustine Washington III which allowed him to remove wood from the estate and use it in the manufacture of souvenirs. Includes 2018-A-016.","News clipping with printed letter from Virginia Governor Henry A. Wise, who writes from Richmond, to Anna Cora Ogden Ritchie, Mount Vernon Central Committee. The letter is his reply after the MVLA asked him to negotiate with John Augustine Washington III on their behalf. One other news clipping summarizes the correspondence but does not print it in full. Wise suggests that the organization prepare a constitution and by-laws as well as appoint Edward Everett their advocate and agent in raising funds.","ER 1; p. 52","Incomplete publication entitled \"Doc. No. 1\" (unknown source) with printed letters pertaining to the MVLA and the Acts of Incorporation for the Association.","News clipping with printed letter from David Paul Brown of Philadelphia to Ann Pamela Cunningham answering an appeal, a pamphlet by \"A Southern Matron\" (Ann Pamela Cunningham). He offers his support to Mount Vernon.","ER 1; p. 68","\"John A. Washington, Vindicated\" and \"An Oration on the Origin, Purposes and Claims of the Ladies' Mt. Vernon Association\" by Andrew H.H. Dawson. Savannah: E.J. Purse, Printer, No. 6 Whitaker Street. 1858","Folded leaflet or circular advertising the sale of an illuminated copy of Washington's Farewell Address for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association printed by Devereux and Co. Two copies, one with handwritten note to Ann Pamela Cunningham from G.T. Devereux.","ER 17; p. 8, ALS","Printed leaflet announcing the amendments to the Act of Incorporation for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Handwritten note at top reads \"Please publish this in New Orleans and announce that Mt. Vernon is to be the property of the Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union. Contract is already made.\"","Copied from the \"New York Day Book\" this article appeared in the Mount Vernon Record and is titled \"Mount Vernon.\" It gives the names of prominent women in various states who are actively engaged in raising funds for the purchase of Mount Vernon and describes their \"indefatigable\" efforts. \nER 4; p. 47","Clipping from a newspaper in North Carolina announcing a lecture or oration by Edward Everett on George Washington. ","9-241","Clippings announcing the subscriptions collected in Florida toward the Mount Vernon Fund (one or both may be from the Mount Vernon Record).","ER 4-130; p.130","Two short clippings discussing donations made to the Mount Vernon Fund, including money contributed by the \"Chauncy Hall School.\" Unknown newspapers or publication.\nER 4; p. 47","News clipping \"Purchase of the Mt. Vernon Estate\" and signed \"Connecticutensis.\" Provides a brief history of the movement with special reference to New York. It also discusses Edward Everett's gift and gives the names of active workers.","ER 4; p. 45","Facsimile of a news clipping with printed letters announcing an Edwin Booth performance to benefit the Mount Vernon Fund.","News article with printed correspondence between Ann Pamela Cunningham and John Augustine Washington III, and an announcement that the MVLA is to purchase the estate of Mount Vernon.","Printed article (5 copies) by Benson J. Lossing in the form of a letter to \"Mr. Editor.\" Lossing \"earnestly hope[s]...the whole sum required for the purchase, renovation and adornment of Mount Vernon will be in the hands of the [MVLA].\"","News clipping with letter to the editor by the Vice Regent for Florida, Catherine Murat, concerning subscriptions and fundraising for Mount Vernon.","ER 4; p. 195, SL","Poem written for the Mount Vernon Record - \"Mount Vernon\" by Mrs. Lydia H. Sigourney.","Printed booklet \"Address of Past Grand Master R.K. Call, Delivered at the Capital of Florida, by Request of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, on the 24th of June, 1859...For the Benefit of the Mount Vernon Purchase.\" Tallahasee: Office of the Floridian and Journal, Printed by Jones \u0026 Dyke. ","4-250","Photocopies from Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine, February 1859, p. 176-178 with article on the progress of the \"Mount Vernon Association\" with list of its officers.","RM-250; ER-2747/a-c","Clipping from the Puget Sound Herald celebrating Washington's birthday and raising awareness for the Ladies' Association's fundraising efforts. Gives extracts from appeals by a lady manager in Oregon, Mrs. Kate Williams.","Two copies of a printed letter from Devereux \u0026 Co. addressed to \"Madam.\" It is a notice sent to contributors to the Mount Vernon fund in order to enlist their support for the \"Mount Vernon Record.\" The company asks for the recipient's name as a patron to the \"Mount Vernon Record.\"","ER-D-78","Clipping, \"Editors of the Floridian \u0026 Journal\" describing a festival to benefit the Mount Vernon Fund. Signed \"Alpha.\"","Clipping from \"The Press\" in Philadelphia reporting on efforts to raise money for the purchase of Mount Vernon.","ER 1; p. 123","\"Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine\" with an article in the \"Editor's Table\" section entitled \"The Purchase of Mount Vernon,\" which comments on the MVLA's acquisition of George Washington's home. The article begins on page 560.","RM-744; ER-4989","Clipping from an unknown Pennsylvania newspaper. The article is entitled \"Purchase of Mount Vernon--Another $10,000 Paid\" and describes the current work of the MVLA.","ER 1; p. 135","Clipping from a California newspaper with article on a \"Trip to Mount Vernon\" with intro \"For the Press.\" It comments favorably on the beauty of Mount Vernon and the work of the MVLA. Mentions Upton Herbert and West Ford. Signed J.H.","ER 1; p. 136","\"Extra\" issue of the Mount Vernon Record. ","ER-D-74","Leaflet or broadside entitled \"Special Notice\", with information about the sale of Washington portraits by N. Broughton Devereux and M.H. Traubel. Devereux reports that the future publication of \"Washington Portraits\" will be under the management of M.H. Traubel. Traubel gives notice that he will take orders for portraits. He also wants to be informed whether any portraits ordered from the late firm of Devereux \u0026 Co. have not been delivered, since the MVLA is anxious to fill arrears orders.","ER-D-76","Handwritten transcript copy of an announcement in the Charleston Daily Courier, 26 November 1860 regarding Ann Pamela Cunningham's move to Alexandria, VA.","Printed letter or appeal from Christie Johnson, former secretary, to the Vice Regents of the MVLA. She appeals for a peace convention at Mount Vernon.\nER 13; p. 55","Clipping, letter addressed to \"Messrs. Editors\" stating states that Mount Vernon has not been overrun by a band of rebels. Since the Federal occupation of Alexandria, Virginia, not one Southern soldier has visited Mount Vernon.","15-79","Printed address of Ann Pamela Cunningham upon her retirement.","From the \"Laurensville Herald,\" a South Carolina newspaper. It discusses the death and funeral of former MVLA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham at the age of 58.","A.L.S. 4 pp. Message reports various family situations and related news items. John will bring Maria to stay with A.P.C. for a visit.","A.L.S. 1 p. Acknowledges receipt of her note and is just now finding time to answer same. Is sorry to hear of her illness. A-280","A.L.S. Expresses her desire to see Mount Vernon perserved and is willing to try and raise money to accomplish this. She sees this as a duty for American women. Draft and transcription of the letter in separate folders.","A.L. 1 p. Is sending a bank book with this note which indicates that he deposited in Farmers Bank to the credit of Miss Cunningham the checks accompanying her note of the third last. He returns the check for $200 as requested by Mrs. Pellet. The bonds were placed in the vault. ER-10-37","A.L.S. 1 p. Reports that he has read the Association's eloquent appeal in the newspaper - hopes the Bill will be a success throughout the \"Old Dominion.\" Does not wish to lend his name at this time. ER-3-2","A.L.S. 4 pp. Has read about the Southern Matron's plan to purchase Mount Vernon and asks for a subscription book and instructions for carrying on MV work. An Albany New York friend wishes also to help the cause. Offers to give references of character and suitability for work. ER-13-195","A.L.S. 4 pp. Awaits answer to the letter he sent to John A. Washington regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon. If satisfactory he will start to raise $200,000 in Virginia. Mode of investment of trusts can be satisfactory. ER-3-3","A.L.S. 4 pp. Tact and knowledge of Virginians needed. Richmond papers published proceedings and address, the county papers followed suit. As representative of Va. Central Mount Vernon Association, has asked John A. Washington his price for Mount Vernon. Business aspects needed now. ER-3-4","A.L.S. 2 pp. Editor of Southern Watchman knows the identity of the Southern Matron. Counsels against keeping affairs secret. He has kept her desire in this to date, but advises that she now reveal her identity. ER-3-5","A.L.S. 4 pp. Gilmer encloses copies of his letters to John A. Washington and replies therefrom. His feeling that the Association needs business-like organization. Has written Washington in very plain terms and may ask for an interview. Regarding keeping her identity unknown, he states that he receives thousands of requests for her name. Misunderstandings that arise. ER-3-7","A.L.S. 3 pp. Approves the Inquirer's note but thinks it not explicit about first steps for formation of committee at Cape May. Dr. Freeman offers plans for reaching orgs. and individuals and wants APC to meet him. Discusses holding public meetings. Asks how APC can keep her name from public. ER-13-197","A.L.S. 1 p. He approves of her not writing to John A. Washington and thinks his own letters will force Mr. Washington to act. ER-3-8","Autograph letter signed. Louisburg, Franklin County, North Carolina. Arete Johnson, a lady manager for the MVLA, writes to another woman entreating her to help with the cause of raising money for the purchase of Mount Vernon. She explains that she has been assigned this duty as the \"Presiding Lady\" of Franklin County but needs the help of others. Johnson places emphasis on collecting money from other women and girls.","Writes on behalf of sick sister. Refers to dedicating writings to her.","Arranging a visit when her sister will be there.","A.L.S. 1 p. Has sent a statement to Mr. Brewster for newspaper. Asks for copies of yesterday's Inquirers. She and three other ladies will do all possible before meeting. ER-13-218","A.N. 1 p. Invitation to visit her as she is currently paying a brief visit to her sister in Brookline, MA. A-280","A.L.S. 1 p. \"With every disposition to gratify the Ladies of the South whom you so eloquently represent, I must yet reluctantly adhere to the position I have already taken, viz to dispose of Mount Vernon only to the United States or to Virginia directly.\" ER-9-5","A.L.S. 4 pp. The publication of John A. Washington's decision is depressing. Reports activities by Mrs. Harrison and others. ER-1-11","A.L.S. 3 pp. Thinks she has decided literary talents and hopes the use of them will occupy her mind. Is difficult in getting a magazine to accept articles by young writers but that is an objection that can be surmounted.","A.L.S. 4 pp. Miss Cunningham regrets the delay in publications as she fears it may lose help and support. The Mausoleum project is secondary. ER-1-13","A.L.S. 4 pp. Miss Cunningham hopes for notice in the January number of Lady's Book. She relies on Mr. Gilmer's advice and efforts in securing Mount Vernon. For her own information she asks for copies of letters sent out regarding Mount Vernon. ER-1-17","A.L.S. 4 pp. Expresses appreciation of his devotion to the cause. Miss Hale of Lady's Book called and approved \"my letter.\" Some Washington cousins offer their influence with John A. Washington. Mrs. McFarland offers piece of first coffin in which George Washington was buried. ER-1-15","A.L.S. 4 pp. Discusses Virgini'as place in the Association. Gives directions to Vice Regents in Pennsylvania and Georgia. Savannah's response is favorable. Official publications are now needed also February 22nd celebrations. Severe illnesses are alwasy delaying her plans. South Carolina and Alabama are inactive; Mrs. Harrison gives reason for Virginia's apathy. Is weighed down by responsibility of undertaking and worker's dependence on her. She regrets the publication of John A. Washington's letter. ER-1-19","A.L.S. 4 pp. Collectors to meet at Mrs. Claghorn's. Letters received from other parts of the State. Mr. Moran has not received subscription book. ER-13-215","A.L.S. 2 pp. Her husband will arrange for her to meet General Smith on his return to the city, is now \"stumping\" the state. ER-13-196","A.N. 1 p. Regarding the Regent's sending a note of thanks to the Editors of the Bulletin and the Inquirer. ER-13-216","A.L.S. 2 pp. Regarding publicity in the Bulletin which will print one hundred circulars for twelve dollars. Regrets Richmond delay. Will show circulars to Dr. Freeman. ER-13-217","A.L.S. 1 p. Mrs. Milward asks Miss Cunningham not to employ Mr. Moran on subscriptions as she has a more qualified person in mind. ER-13-194","Old Trinity Church has \"stars and stripes\" and also \"Eagle\" on wal - Church in olden days burial place of Dortmough family whose Coat of Arms was stars and stripes. This family married into Washington family. Eagle on Coat of Arms of Washington family. Author could be Mrs. Greenough or Mrs. Goodrich. (VRs).","A.L.S. 2 pp. Had one thousand pamphlets printed which are the gift of Mr. Gaskill and some other gentleman. ER-13-199","A.L. 4 pp. retained copy. Miss Cunningham appeals to Mrs. Ritchie to enlist her aid in the \"cause.\" She cites the fine work of North Carolina and Georgia. of Mrs. Mead and Mrs. Randolph Harrison; Virginia's inactivity; the \"chilling\" effects of John A. Washington's published letter. She requests that her \"incognito\" be preserved. ER-1-27","A.L.S. 4 pp. She sends a letter to Mrs. Ritchie through Mr. Gilmer; thinks that her abilities will be a great asset to the Association. Richmond committee inactive - a new one may bring better results - one thousand publications are ready for the north - Only personal appeals bring results. ER-1-27","A.L.S. 4 pp. Reports that Mrs. Dickinson, Vice Regent for North Carolina raised twelve dollars. Expresses despair over Mr. John A. Washington's letter. She wishes to enlist Mrs. Ritchie's talents. One thousand Mount Vernon pamphlets printed for distribution - were donated by a gentleman. ER-1-25","A.L.S. 7 pp. Impatient over the delay in distributing the one thousand publications - Richmond committee's inactivity and delay in sending material to Lady's Book - Discusses published answer to John A. Washington - Insists Virginia must lead as \"Mother State\" - Declares that a \"full purse\" not merits count now - Central Committee includes \"Richmond Committee\" and Virginia Ladies - She commends Mrs. Ritchie's energy and practical ideas; urges wider publicity through newspapers, especially in Virginia - Discusses Central Committee - a \"Circular to the Ladies of the Union\"; a substitute inserted for a communication regarding the Cetnral Committee - Plans for a meeting in Richmond. ER-1-29","A.L.S. 3 pp. Matters regarding publicity for the Association - Asks for insturctions in going to Georgia. ER-3-9","A.L.S. 6 pp. John A. Washington insists on the publication of her original letter - Gives causes of and remedies for Gilmer's substitute letter which she had not seen before publication - Declares time has come for more formal organization, for corresponding and recording secretaries and adequate publicity. ER-1-31","A.L.S. 4 pp. Mount Vernon Association met the 19th in Richmond. Includes the names of ladies to send publicity literature. Reports Mrs. Ritchie's activities. ER-3-9","A.L.S. 4 pp. Passes on some advice relative to the fundamentals of journalism. A-280","14 pp. Replies to his desire to have a more organized Association. ER-1-37","A.L.S. 3 pp. Editors of Literary Messenger deliver addresses on Mount Vernon Association, February 22, with appeal for purchase of Mount Vernon. Begs Regent to write clearly so there will be no misunderstandings, ER-3-9","A.L. 2 pp. Incomplete. She offers personal advice that Annie Frobisher must not let her personal trouble break her spirit. A-280","A.D.S. Philadelphia. 4 pp. In a draft copy of an appeal, Ann Pamela Cunningham outlines the history and aims of the southern Mount Vernon Association. See also: Series 2. Appeals - \"Washington Circular\", 24 November 1854, and another draft appeal to the Daughters of Washington, 27 March 1855. ER-11-205","A.L.S. 2 pp. Reports that illness in family interrupts her Mount Vernon work, but notes all that Ann Pamela Cunningham asks and will do all possible. ER-13-221","A.L.S. 2 pp. Mrs. Ritchie reports that she is recovering from illness and will go to stay at Brandon on the James River. A-280","A.L.S. 2 pp. Sorry to have missed seeing you, but was obliged to go to Boston. Hopes to call on Tuesday when travels to Cambridge.","A.L.S. 4 pp. Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Pellet and others canvas Richmond for funds; circulars sent to prominent men; other publicity. Despairs of understanding discussion on constitution. Dissatisfaction with two committees. ER-3-10","A.L.S. 4 pp. Letter contains a number of personal matters, among them she plans to visit Boston. A-280","A.L.S. 6 pp. The circulars requested were sent; refers to lack of harmony in the Association and advises turning all \"motives\" into benefit work for Mount Vernon; appointment of honorary members; reports on various individuals helping Mount Vernon; Mrs. Hale, Lady's Book continues to give space to Mount Vernon. ER-3-11","A.L.S. 4 pp. two copies. The Committee regrets that they did not understand Miss Cunningham's views and wishes regarding the nature of teh duties required of the Central Committee. Now propose to adopt the Constitution forwarded to APC through Mrs. Ritchie. The Committee proposes four names for membership. ER-10-39, ER-3-12","A.L.S. 3 pp. MacFarland renders an opinion relative to the changing of the Constitution of the Mount Vernon State Committee. ER-3-13","A.L.S. 4 pp. Is very critical of the Richmond group. Asks if APC will separate from them if new organization has been formed. ER-13-200","A.L.S. 4 pp. She reports attending two meetings of State Commitee; disapproves of reorganization; She will continue to work but not as an officer; State Committee plans to publish proceedings and constitution in a pamphlet for national distribution. Publicity continues in Messenger and also through Miss Hale. The Regent's official letter was received by the Committee. Has given the Post Office orders for delivery of mail for the defunct Central Committee of the Union. ER-3-14ER-3-14","A.L.S. 8 pp.\n- Dr. Freeman, continued support\n- Richmond Committee, reorganization of \n- Cape May Movement\n- Gov. Pollock's Speech\n- Dr. Hodge, Cape May trip, pub. of papers\n- Mrs. Ritchie, in praise of\n- Favors MVLA as a national organization\nER 13 p. 201","A.L.S. 6 pp.\n- MVLA circulars received \n- Dr. Freeman, meeting with\n- Augustus Duganne (poet) offers assistance\n- Bunch and McClellan poetry to be published\n- Resolutions to be ready the 24th\nER-13\np. 202, 203","The Society is now organizing a committee for the purpose of raising funds to aid the movement for the restoration of George Washington's tomb. Signed by Henri de L'Eluse, A. Lanson, F.C. Forbes, H. Frey, G. Yehl, St.Gaudens.\nER-3\np. 15","A.L.S. 4 pp.\n- Dr. Freeman, sent to Norfolk to help with epidemic was unable to procure copies of the resolution\n- Grand Council, should be postponed until after next month\n- Ladies in the West, no reply\n- Fife, presented by G.W. to Mr. Fulkrod at Battle of Germantown\n- Mr. Wagner unable to contribute\nER-13\np. 209","A.L.S. 3pp. \nAn appeal to the women of foreign lands for aid in the rescue of Mount Vernon.\nER-11\np. 202","A.L.S. 8 pp. \nGeneral discussion and criticism of the new State Association of Virginia. Requests the Regent to send a few lines of report to the Messenger and to Godeys, until the Richmond matter is settled.\nER-3\np. 16","A.L.S. 2 pp.\nRequests approval of an Appeal to the Women of Pennsylvania, \"enclosed\" but not in the file.","Extracts, Holograph, 2 pp.\nsee cards dated 25 August 1855, 13 October 1855, and 23 October 1855","A.L.S. 4 pp. Discusses the legal and political positions which will most advantageously advance the goal of the MVLA. Includes Mr. Mason's recommendation re: Act of Incorporation to gain a charter and open subscriptions for purchase fund. ER-3 pp. 19, 21, 23","Holograph, 5 pp. (handwriting not identified). \"Mr. Mason's Recommendations\" for the incorporation of the MVLA. Outline consisting o 9 sections. \nER-3\npp. 21, 23","A.L.S. 4 pp. Regrets misapprehensions between the two societies of the MV Association of Virginia, declares their Loyalty to the Cause, and mentions that she and Mrs. Cabell were the first to awaken interest of the Ladies of Richmond in MV cause.\nER-3\np. 17","Copy of A.L.S. 4 pp. ER-3 p. 17 of same date. Except for occasional changes in phraseology, same as above.\nER-16\np. 203","A.L.S. 1 p. Regrets that she will not be able to meet with Miss Cunningham as planned, due to severity of her husband's illness.\nER-13\np. 267","A.L.S. 2 pp. \n- Acknowledges receipt of letter and package.\n- J.A. Washington is the major obstacle in the realization of the Ladies' goal. Patience and perseverance is the best way to pursue their goal.\n- No lock of hair, last given Lafayette during last U.S. visit.\n- Notes GW gave him a gold sleeve button in 1789, which he then gave to Lafayette on his last visit to U.S. \nER-3\np. 25","A.L.S. 2 pp. Mr. Hazlehurst cordially approves of the patriotic efforts of the Ladies of America. Is at present unable to make a formal statement. Will contact Dr. Mitchell as soon as he is free. Have just finished writing upon the Appeal.\nER-13\np. 207","A.L.S. 2 pp. Discusses the propriety of approaching Mr. Pierce Butler for a third time. Mr. Milward's advice \"is sure it would be very impolite to proceed as you and Mrs. Crossman intend.\"\nER-13\np. 211","A.L.S. 3 pp. Congratulates Miss Cunningham on her \"great\" accomplishments. Discloses her great disappointment in Mrs. Richards. Secured a speech from Mrs. Dallas. Bishop Potter's support should be advised. No politics, no sectarianism should even be hinted at.\nER-13\np. 269","Facsimile extract of previous letter. ER-13, p. 263","A.L.S. 4 pp. Sorry to hear of Mr. Huntington's accident. Suggests certain of Swedenborg's works as good reading.","A.L.S. 6 pp. \"Projected Movements\" in Richmond and St. Louis; re: fundraising. Mrs. John Tyler asked to serve on a committee. Mrs. Ritchie declines to be president of central committee, will serve as secretary.\nER-3\np. 25","A.L.S. 2 pp. Regrets he cannot deliver an oration as was requested by the Ladies of the central committee.\nER-3\np. 27","A.L.S. 3 pp. Plans an appointment to take APC to the State House.\nER-13\np. 210","Facsimile extracts of previous letter. ER-13, p. 263","A.L.S. 3 pp.COPY Re: the forming of an Association in New Hampshire.\nER-3\np. 29","A.L.S. 4 pp. Declares loyalty to Regent and discusses certain communications with Savannah and Georgia Ladies.\nER-3\np. 30","A.L. 3 pp. Invitation to deliver a speech on the life and character of George Washington, in Richmond. ER-3, p. 31","A.L. 3 pp. Invitation to speak in Richmond. ER-3, p. 31","A.L.S. 2 pp. Reports Mr. Wise's refusal to support the MVLA in any way. ER-3, p. 32","A.L.S. 3pp. Accepts the invitation to deliver his oration in Richmond. ER-9, p. 91","A.L.S. 2pp. Has not received proofs from printer Gaskill; fears information will be too lated for Mrs. Hale. ER-13, p. 289","A.L.S. 2 pp. Asking him and the Honorable R.C. Winthrop to deliver addresses on February 22nd in Richmond. ER-3, p. 33","A.L.S. 2pp. Facsimile copy of proposed legislation - An Act to Invest the MVLA Fund and to Authorize the Purchase of a Portion of Mount Vernon place. Sends copy of bill for examination and requests critical comments. ER-3 p. 35, p. 37","A.L.S. 2pp. Not able to write clergy. Suggests condensed statement of Charter for newspaper. ER-13, p. 281","A.L.S. 2pp. Disapproves of Mrs. Davenport's conduct. Need for new President. Has written Mr. Brewster; advises telling indeferent persons little about business hereafter. ER-13, p. 273","A.L.S. 2pp. Reports on preparations for assembly in \"hall.\" ER-13, p. 277","A.L.S. pp. 6 Will write editor of Louisville Journal send appeal and ask him to write an editorial. Has not seen Mrs. Gaskill. Must stir up Philadelphia soon. Wishes they could enlist Mrs. Hale's interest. Will see Dr. Mackay and others soon. ER-13, pp. 213","A.L.S. 2 pp. Refers to her letter to editor of \"Ledger\" - but refers to her husband's feeling that he may not agree to print the circular as hoped. ER-13, p. 214","A.L.S. 4 pp. Endeavors to see the Editor of the \"Morning Times.\" Re: publication of circuler. Mrs. Gaskill was pleases with the \"messenger\" acknowledgement. ER-13, p. 219","A.L.S. 6 pp. Disapproval of Richmond group, advises her to \"cast them off\" suggests APC talk with Harrison and Dr. Freeman. Resents Richmond Association treatment of APC, approves of Mrs. Ritchie, and sympathizes with her position. ER-13, p. 230-231","A.L.S. 3pp. Disappointed with pub. reports of meeting. Approved of Mr. Brewster's speech. Need more orators. Comments on waning patriotism. ER-13, p. 275","A.L.S. 2 pp. Report on preparations for meeting at the Hall. ER-13, p. 279","A.L.S. 2 pp. A personal and private visit will be necessary to air views. ER-13, p. 283","A.L.S. 2 pp. Everyone at Hall, Ready for meeting, but still lack speakers. ER-13, p. 285","A.L.S. 3 pp. Public meetings over, must get to Association work. Pennsylvania not collecting funds for Virginia, each state acts for itself and has own organ. Plan for funds finally to be paid to U.S. Treasury until deed is secured. ER-13, p. 287","Holograph of letter, 2 pp. Portion of letter re: J.A. Washington correspondence concerning purchase of Mount Vernon by the Ladies' Association. Need to publish letter which Mr. Washington agrees to sell the Estate, before more funds are solicited. ER-1, p. 55","A.L.S. 2 pp. Explains various changes in Act for purchase of Mount Vernon drawn up December 31, 1855. Committee orders Bill presented to Assembly; does not approve making President of the U.S. and State of Virginia Government co-trustees; preparation of charter and by-laws. ER-3, p. 39","A.L.S. 3 pp. Will republish Cunningham's report of December 3 in the Southern Literary Messenger. Requests more circulars. Wonders what her real name is. Will organize women of St. Louis as soon as weather permits. ER-14, p. 91","A.L.S. 2 pp. Re: Bill to Virginia Legislature explaining amendment to include legal descendants of GW or J.A. Washington; 2 years given to organize; also literature to procure passage of Bill. Declares committee gave him no help on Bill. ER-3, p. 41","A.L.S. No opposition in General Assembly expected. Notes changes in Amendment; strikes out word \"place\" after Mount Vernon; 5 years instead of 4 to incorporate; defines interments to John Augustine Washington's children. Governor Wise has no veto. Encloses handwritten copy of Va. Code ch. 56, sect. 1-2 re: incorporation of companies. ER-3, p. 43","A.L.S. Forwards a resolution of the MVLA of Pennsylvania suggesting that as President of the Central Commitee, she request the Chief Justice of the U.S. to act with Virginia Governor as a trustee of Mount Vernon estate and a third trustee appointed if expedient. ER-13, p. 84","A.L.S. Plans an entertainment. Sends APC some of her publicity. Plans to be in Richmond the 22nd. ER-14, p.91","A.L.S. Has examined Act of Virginia Assembly before Legislature, together with letter of late Mr. Berrien, finds no impropriety in act referred to, nor is it at variance with Mr. Berrien's letter re: procuring purchase funds for Mount Vernon. Charter with Constitution and Bylaws should be drawn up and submitted to the Governor of Virginia. ER-13, p. 85","A.L.S. Re: passage of Bill in spite of Mr. Taylor's opposition. Delay dangerous as Virginia legislature may adjourn in 2 days. Plans to stir up apathetic workers when Bill passes. Mr. Everett may speak in Philadelphia en route to Richmond. Urges Regent to have personal interview with Everett. ER-3, p. 47","A.L.S. Called up Mount Vernon Bill. Mr. Taylor of Alexandria moved to lay on table as J.A. Washington assured him he would sell only to Virginia or to U.S. Since Association has 5 years to purchase, J.A. Washington may change his mind - so Bill goes forward. ER-3, p. 45","Requests to know something of the Ladies' Association for the purchase of Mount Vernon - what is its modus operandi; does it have any funds? does it have refusal of Mount Vernon from the owner, J.A. Washington? ER-310","A.L.S. Encloses letter of introduction to Mr. Everett from Mr. Ritchie. Enlists editor J.A. Thompson's efforts to reach Mr. Everett. Mrs. Pellet of Central Committee, Richmond, extends Mr. Everett invitation to lecture. Mrs. R's musicale ends with efforts to enlist Gov. Floyd and others in Bill. Legislature remains in session till March 19, Mrs. Ritchie will go to Capitol when Bill comes up. ER-3, p. 49","A.L.S. from Arlington House. Glad model of Bastille has been given \"a better locality.\" Made of stone of the Bastille, presented to GW by Lafayette. After Martha Washington's death, G.W. Parke Custis placed model in Alexandria museum for safe keeping, from when transferred to care of Government. Auth File W-402.","Signed \"Southern Matron\" - Hon. Edward Everett to deliver address on character of Washington in Philadelphia for benefit of Association. He will also deliver it in Washington City and New York if someone will extend him an invitation - begs him to extend invitation. MSS 900","A.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lectures in Washington. ER-3, p. 51","A.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lecture in Washington, Editor of the Intelligence thinks Mount Vernon should be U.S. property - used for summer place of President - defended by \"few, old, invalided officers.\" ER-3, p. 53","A.L.S. re: Edward Everett's lecture in Washington, is advised on its conduct by President's secretary. ER-3, p. 55","A.L.S. Notifies Regent Bill has passed both Houses. Leaves papers Regent sent him with Governor Wise as basis for his argument with J.A. Washington to sell Mount Vernon. Papers to be on Regent's order. ER-3. p. 61","A.L.S. Mount Vernon Bill passed both Houses with only 2 dissenting votes. Mr. Langfitt presented Bill. Ladies attended both Houses in a body. Detailed description of way opposition was overcome. ER-3, p. 57","A.L.S. Asks for a rough copy of a letter re: contract, for the newspapers. ER-3, p. 59","A.L.S. Mr. Everett to speak that day in Richmond. Sixty ladies petitioned him for return benefit. Maryland Institute also invites him. Comments on Bill. Gives her opinion of workers in Richmond. Mrs. Semmes delighted to resign as Pres. pro tem. etc. ER-3, p. 69","A.L.S. 2 pp. Re: Everett's speech in Richmond. Inquires about procedure in forming an Association. ER-3, p. 62","A.L.S. 4 pp. Expects Everett in St. Louis. Has no \"lady\" assistants as yet but gentlemen friends helping. Has ordered at her own expense 500 circulars, APC's letter and 1100 copies of subscription list printed. Explains plan for interesting ladies and Press. ER-14, p. 91","A.L.S. 2 pp. Sends copy of N.Y. Commercial, with editorial notice of Bill for Virginia legislature. Asks for official copy of Bill, the Constitution, contract of sale, etc. ER-10, p. 45","A.L.S. 3 pp. Is to repeat lecture in Philadelphia. Wishes as little personal notice as possible so as not to stir up enemies. Proceeds of lecture in Richmond were $858; at Petersburg has not heard; at U. of Virginia $550; 1500 tickets at $1 each sold in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 93","A.L.S. 2 pp. Sends Regent's Appeal and letter to Ladies re: two committees residing in Richmond. ER-3, p. 67","Asks him to speak to citizens of Charleston. A-700","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for papers sent and bouquet. Fears his address, nearly 2 hours in length, too great a tax on Regent's strength. ER-9, p. 95","A.L.S. 4pp. The writer describes a lecture on George Washington given by the well-known orator Edward Everett, who raised over $2000 in one night on behalf of the Mount Vernon cause. RM-760, ER-5024","A.L.S. Baltimore. Edward Everett's lecture. Mrs. Wilson (worker) insists on meeting Southern Matron. Rumors J.A. Washington will not sell to Ladies. Says her incognito is no longer kept. Mr. Everett says he will give address to Mount Vernon when he finishes with it. Asks editors to be sent facts on purchase of Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 71","A.L.S. New York. Acknowledges letter giving manifold difficulties in securing charter. Sends his form of procedure for raising and securing funds in their region. Delayed by J.A. Washington's refusal to sell. ER-10, p. 47","A.L.S. St. Louis. Has just read J.A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Sends newspaper article, also one by Horace Greeley. ER-14, p. 93","A.L.S. Sent copy with Charter to editor Williamson for newspaper, clippings to be sent to other newspapers. Hopes he will publish Bill. Suggests printing Mssrs. Washington and Johnson's letters. Thinks MIss Lawson will help. Contributions in Independence Hall boxes increasing. ER-13, p. 239","A.L.S St. Louis. Will cease activities until she hears officially re: John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Is ready to have \"Bill incorporating Association\" printed in papers throughout State. Mrs. Ritchie has sent her literature re: E. Everett lectures. ER-14, p. 93","A.L.S. Richmond (copy) APC asks her to become Recording Secretary to Central Committee: accepts on condition of a more influential person can be found, during reorganization of Association in act of incorporation in Virginia legislature, such person shall promptly supplant her, and Mrs. P. will become corresponding secretary. Chooses Miss S.M. Johnson for her assistant. ER-16, p. 231","A.L.S. Richmond. Glad of her approval of Judge Berrian's Bill for legislature. Reports Sunday meeting after church to rally workers, but fear for its success because of J.A. Washington's attitude. Asks Miss C. to obtain a clear statement from J.A. Washington re: sale of Mount Vernon and publish both letters. Commends the Philadelphia Enquirer's article by APC. Regrets misunderstanding of Mr. Gilmer's address. $1900 now on hand including E. Everett's lecture in Petersburg. ER-10, p. 41","A.L.S. Re: publicity in newspapers; wishes APC to call on editor Williamson. Suggests a \"paid\" denial be put in Ledger. Urges APC to call on various editors. ER-13, p. 241","A.L.S. Boston. Regent's publication on J.A. Washington's letter skillfully written - whose short note was an unlucky circumstance. Suggests methods of following this up. Since leaving Philadelphia, repeated address at Princeton, Newark, Brooklyn, Providence and has invested $4000 of proceeds in 7% bonds. Will not be in Philadelphia again before Fall. Plans extensive trip South and West and will speak again in Philadelphia if advisable. Invitations to speak from all parts of country come in daily. ER-9, p. 97","A.L.S. Boston. Cannot deliver his address in Charleston until autumn or winter when he proposes making an extended tour of the West and South. A-700.","Boston. Will be unable to speak in Charleston until autumn or winter - will write a formal letter explaining this to Citizens group. A-700.","A.L. Washington (fragment of letter). $800 collected at Edward Everett's lecture. Arousing public interest depends upon who holds Mount Vernon in trust; public hasn't faith in J.A. Washington. Suggests U.S. ownership. ER-3, p. 63","A.L.S. Boston. Complies with request to repeat address on Character of Washington at Springfield. Present owner of Mount Vernon has some doubts about method of ceding estate, but is sure it will eventually become public property. Is keeping sums he collects for purchase in trust, without deductions for personal expenses. If project fails, funds will be used for \"some other patriotic purpose of general interest connected with memory of Washington.\" ER-9, p. 97","Typed extracts from multiple letters from Edward Everett to his daughter, Charlotte Everett Wise, dated April 29, 1856, May 13, 1856, January 22, 1856, and March 31, 1856. He discusses his lectures and fundraising efforts on behalf of the MVLA. ER-9, p. 98","A.L.S. 2p. Concerning his lectures to raise money for the Association and the investment of the proceeds; Requests payment for last evening's program. RM-600, ER-4468","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Everett's approaching visit to Philadelphia; negotiations with J.A. Washington, and Gov. Wise's jeopardizing course; may make a trip to Mount Vernnon. Refers to editorial in Enquirer on J.A. Washington's letter. ER-1, p. 51","APC makes her case imploringly - notes her poor health. Asks to visit Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4276","A.L.S. Washington. Editor Seaton able to print only short articles on Mount Vernon. Asks if Governor is performing duties imposed on him by Mount Vernon charter. ER-3, p. 63","A.L. Boston. (signature cut out). Goes to Trenton en route West. Has received proceeds from Washington and Brooklyn lectures. Thinks J.A. Washington will not yield to personal appeal this time, but does not discourage Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Cunningham from going to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 99","A.L.S. Encloses New York Daily News article from May 5, 1856, defending John Augustine Washington against attacks in the press. RM-523, 4277 (alternate card numbers RM-524, ER-4294)","A.L.S. Much distressed over John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 93","A.L.S. Sends her Bushrod W. Herbert's address, recommends Newton's Mansion Hotel as best hotel in Alexandria, is cordial in anticipating her approaching visit. Declares he is determined to ignore the slanderous and untruthly statements made about him in the press. ER-9, p. 7","A.L.S. 2p. Boston. Outlines his conditions for giving his Washington lecture. RM-600, ER-4487","Richmond. Suggest against Frobisher taking position as a governess. However, will look for such a position for her in Virginia. A-280 (or A-780?)","A.L.S. Boston. Governor Wise's counsel sound in first part of his letter. Constitution and bylaws mus be re-adopted under Art. of March 17, and approved by the Gov. Gilpin will advise her on organization under Act. Cannot be made an \"agency\" as Gov. Wise proposes. Advises Association continue its policy, only extending its operations; publicity and subscription lists published. Repeats his address once or twice a week. State of public affairs discouraging to patriotic appeals. ER-9, p. 101","A.L.S. Hopes Bushrod Herbert may meet Regent in Alexandria. Wrote Burke and Herbert on receipt of Miss Cunningham's letter. ER-10, p. 42","A.L.S. Richmond. Governor Wise's letter published with general satisfaction; encloses some clippings. Regent and Mrs. Ritchie disagree on Governor's attitude toward Mr. Everett. Mr. Tyler publishes his lecture. ER-3, p. 72","Richmond. Mrs. Ritchie comments on Frobisher's idea of being a governess. Mrs. Ritchie mentions trip to Blue Ridge and expresses indignation at the attack on Senator Sumner.","A.L.S. Wellsburg, Virginia. Regrets Governor Wise had entered into negotiations with J.A. Washington. Analyzes \"Act\" and suggests nature of organization, appointing a \"supreme head\" (perhaps in Richmond), Committees, a \"proper and judicious constitution and bylaws\". States and counties would then be in competition with each other. ER-3, p. 65","A.L.S. Attempts to obtain some legal advice APC desires. Commends Mrs. Ritchie - reading her \"mimic life.\" ER-13, p. 235","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends him a letter from MVLA to Roger A. Pryor, Editor Richmond Enquirer in reply to editorial of June 6. Hope it meets his approval. ER-1, p. 51","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased Miss Cunningham is going to Mount Vernon. Refers to \"fierce tone\" of Richmond Enquirer. Asks her to tell John Augustine Washington that E. Everett does not ignore his unwillingness to sell, but goes on general principles that sooner or later Mount Vernon will \"become a public possession.\" Finds last few weeks discouraging. Everett's health not good. Has a photographic view of Tomb to send her. ER-9, p. 103","A.L.S. Mayor Conrad desires wife \"have nothing whatever to do with Mount Vernon cause.\" If Dr. Freeman fails, will try editor of Know-Nothing organ. ER-13, p. 225","Thanks Frobisher for the lines dated June 7th. Thinks there may be a position for her as a governess, but it is only a possibility. Ritchie leaves for New York mid July. Asks Frobisher to be sure to send Mr. Wm's Magazine with Frobisher's story in it.","Extracts from his letter. Sectional feeling will probably prevent his trip to South. Press in North assails him for his southern trip. Has delivered Washington address 21 times. Funds he has received, invested; if not used in his life time, his will provides they be given to Association trustees. Thinks price of Mount Vernon exorbitant. Regrets loss of time caused by poor health. Poem written by E. Everett after seeing monuments of Judah Touro and Catherine Hayes, June 25, 1856. ER-9, p. 105","A.L.S. She met his family friend Mr. Mason of Virgina who was happy to hear of her interest in Mount Vernon. He asked her not to leave Washington until he had spoken to Mr. Washington, so she hopes it will be convenient for them to meet. She enjoyed their recent meeting very much and hopes he will consider her a great friend to Mount Vernon. RM-524, ER-4278","A.L.S. New Haven. Urges Cunningham to secure a promise from John Augustine Washington, that he will sell and on what terms; then, she is convinced money can be easily raised. (Letter #2, p. 46, brief of same.) ER-4, p. 46","Richmond. Personal matters - plans trip soon to New York.","A.L.S. 4p. States that she will come to Mount Vernon to meet with him regarding the public announcement of his willingness to dispose of Mount Vernon to Virginia if certain conditions are met. RM-523, ER-4225","Photostat. Boston. Some misunderstanding over funds raised by his speeches. He will take charge of sum received and give accounting from time to time. Ill health forces suspension of speaking engagements. Glad she likes poem he sent her. ER-477","A.L.S. 3 p. She is on \"the boat\" but lacking the strength to come up to the Mansion, requests that he meet there with her to discuss \"bright prospects.\" RM-523, ER-4226","A.L.S. Reports an encouraging response from Dr. Freeman. ER-13, p. 243","A.L.S. Boston. Receives letter John Augustine Washington wrote her giving account of Miss Cunningham's visit to Mount Vernon and peaceful negotiations. Congratulates her on her success. Much to be done in Virginia and elsewhere but removing John Augustine Washington's \"determination not to sell\" is the only insurmountable one. Now has $12,000 in 7% bonds at Association's disposal. Also 2 typewritten copies of same. ER-9, p. 109","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is unable to keep the appointment with him that Miss Cunningham arranged but will communicate with him as soon as he returns to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 9","A.L.S. Continued illness interrupts her Mount Vernon efforts. ER-13, p. 245","Mrs. Ritchie leaves for New York tomorrow. The papers give false accounts about Mount Vernon prospects. Good reason to believe that it will be purchased by us. Mr. Everett will resume his exertions on our behalf as soon as his health permits.","A.L. Nashville. Would accept appointment only directly from Regent, and it is fortunate the state organization is left to her. Appoints her treasurer, J.B. Lindley, Chancellor of Nashville University. ER-10, p. 119","A.L.S. Staten Island. Called on Mrs. Ritchie in NYC. Rejoices that rumor of MVLA's disbanding is false. Has just written Dr. Spaulding re: invitation to E. Everett. ER-14, p. 95","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Restates his position re: disposing of Mount Vernon to Virginia. Declares he is \"willing for a limited time to listen to proposals for purchase from Mount Vernon.\" Differs from Gov. Wise in every view he expresses in letter to Mrs. Ritchie. Has seen Mr. Toombs only for a brief interview. ER-9, p. 11","A.L.S. Boston. Sends box of photographic copies of Stuart's Washington, Mrs. Washington, views of Mansion and Tomb. ER-9, p. 107","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Writes indicating that John Augustine Washington wants to sell Mount Vernon to state of Virginia and that she should contact state of Virginia. RM-1030, MS-5660","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Death in family interrupts Mrs. Milward's work. Asks if Miss Cunningham has had letter from Mr. Washington. Sends Tribune article on the Estate. Saw in paper Mr. Everett would lecture in Albany Washington. ER-13, p. 247","A.L. Nashville. Will send published Appeals. Asks Regent to write to some whose cooperation she is most eager to develop. (End of letter may be missing). ER-10, p. 121","New York. Personal matters - not concerned with MVLA affairs.","A.L.S. Nashville. General Washington Banner of Nashville is to invite E. Everett to speak at Agricultural Fair. Asks her to buy boxes of \"elegant and useful\" articles to be sold at Fair for Mount Vernon fund. ER-10, p. 123","Mrs. Ritchie is still looking for a teaching position for Frobisher. Leaves for Virginia on October 7.","Philadelphia. Incomplete letter. Bringing him up to date on negotiations with John Augustine Washington for sale of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Re: reaching Mrs. Rush. ER-13, p. 249","A.L.S. \"Private.\" Boston. Re: John Augustine Washington's attitude toward selling Mount Vernon. Political crisis so severe little hope for progress in Mount Vernon cause. E. Everett's health does not permit him to make a speaking tour. Received $420 interest, 6 months on Mount Vernon fund. ER-9, p. 111","A.L.S. Difficulties re: printing circulars undertaken by Mr. Gaskill. ER-13, p. 229","Regarding the bylaws of the Association.","A.L.S. (copy) Asks Mr. Washington to reconsider views he expressed in letter to National Intelligencer in April, and give Virginia another chance to purchase home and Tomb of GW. Is confident differences in points of view can be adjusted - that MVLA have same patriotic idea of permanent preservation as Mr. Washington. ER-9, p. 15","Richmond. Is soon to read Frobisher's manuscript. Personal matters. A-280","A.L.S. 1 p. States that he does not believe that plan of the Ladies' Association can be carried out at this time. RM-523, ER-4278 (card also has numbers RM-524, ER-4295) Answer to letter in JAWIII and MVLA collection.","A.L.S. (draft of letter). Charleston. Acknowledges receipt of his Albany address; conferences with John Augustine Washington and Gov. Wise; difficulties in bringing J.A. Washington to terms for sale of Mount Vernon. On trip from Richmond she meets nephew of General Winfield Scott who pledges his support and suggests that Army make first contribution to Tomb. Hon. Albert Pike, New Orleans, pledges support of Louisiana masons. Places charter in hands of Attorney who will draw up Constitution and Bylaws. ER-1, p. 57-59","Boston (photostat). Hopes Mr. Choate and Mr. Winthrop will be invited to Richmond to speak on February 22, his health not well enough to permit a strenuous schedule. Has numerous requests to repeat his \"Washington\" oration. Would aid him in his lectures to have some word from Mr. Washington. Praises her readings in New York on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-478","A.L.S. Boston. Hopes for some favorable news from John Augustine Washington before starting to lecture again, health permitting. Many requests from New England region and the West. ER-9, p. 113","Draft of letter, perhaps related to letter dated September 27, 1856. Tells Mr. Everett the latest news on attempts to purchase Mount Vernon.","Draft. Mrs. Gilpin sends her Edward Everett's picture and lock of hair for her Washington locket. Mr. Gilpin, familiar with Virginia laws, assists. ER-1, p. 51","A.L.S. Nashville. Asks Regent to have a paragraph written by \"celebrated traveler Dr. Baird, inserted in Mr. Yeardon's Charleston paper to offset the \"mortifying one\" that appeared in Charleston entitled \"Musical Attempt.\" ER-10, p. 127","A.L.S. Nashville. 17 counties organized, 61 to be organized. Will proceed no further with organization, and withhold contributions collected until list is published in Mount Vernon Record. Sends duplicate list for this purpose. ER-10, p. 126","Nashville. Questions about money to be raised.","A.L.S. Re: sending information and published articles to Mrs. Twing, Mrs. Telletson, and Mrs. Eve. Fears effects of Mr. Washington's letter. Asks for copies of Charter, Inquirer articles, etc. ER-13, p. 220","A.L.S. Will attend to Regent's request. Glad for news from Mrs. Eve; has not heard from Mrs. Gaskill. Sends Police Gazette giving account of Beale trial. ER-13, p.227","A.L.S. Re: Mr. Bailey's supplying subscription books. Sends her articles from Tribune, one of which is from Horace Greeley. Mr. Bailey is a stationer, wholesale and retail. ER-13, p. 233","A.L.S. Editor of Bulletin will publish the Boston Transcript poetry and furnish APC copies. ER-13, p. 237","A.L.S. Fragment. Problem of legislature, Gov. Floyd's support, Mr. Langfitt as representative. J.A. Washington's determination to have Virginians only in charge of Estate; constitution to be sent to Governor through Mrs. Ritchie. 100 copies of Waltz 2 not yet received. ER-1, p. 53","Facsimile. Suggests building Grecian temple at Mount Vernon to hold sarcophagi.","A.L.S. Visited Mrs. Ritchie and both feel that Mr. Everett should lecture in Philadelphia, but there are objections to the day of February 22 because there are too many other events that day. ER-13, p. 87","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: delay of John Augustine Washington in answering William Ritchie's published letter about purchase of Mount Vernon, which causes delays in raising funds, and unfounded rumors re: sale. Souvenirs sold at Mount Vernon. Miss Ritchie writes a note at end of letter re: Mr. Washington's letter. ER-9, p. 17","A.L.S. Mount Vernon, copy. Has decided to give up residence at Mount Vernon. Understands present Virginia legislature is not favorable to his terms for sale, but if coming session desires he will extend time. Doubts if MVLA can organize under Bill passed by the Virginia Assembly or fulfill its aims if it incorporates. Association may be able to raise funds for purchase but not for maintenance, nor have women ability to administer estate. Will not sell to Virginia, for it to transfer to others. ER-9, p. 17","A.L.S. Richmond. MIss Cunningham arrived here a few days ago to further Mount Vernon cause. She wishes Mrs. Duncan to select an orator for February 22 on subject of Mount Vernon and its purchase who will donate proceeds of his discourse to Fund. Urges her to stir up New Orleans on that day. Tells her of Messrs. Devereux and Co.'s offer of portraits to sell. They sell rapidly there and give Association good profit. ER-347","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Proposes to place the problem of the preservation of Mount Vernon before the Virginia Legislature, although \"a Republican form of government is not the best adapted to this purpose.\" Requests that he prepare a report detailing methods and expenses necessary for the maintenance of the estate. ER-4227, RM-523","A.L.S. Richmond. Returned to Richmond from stay at Brandon. Annie's mother has begun working \"to earn daily bread.\" Mrs. Ritchie's own writing going slowly due to interruptions. A-280","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Illness interrupts Mount Vernon work. Difficulties re: Mount Vernon subscription book in Independence Hall - no subscriptions due to people's lack of faith in John A. Washington. Note E. Everett lecture at Albany. Re: Senator Toombs' delayed letter. Drybough's bill sent to Mrs. Greenaugh in Paris. Fears for February 22nd return in Philadelphia. ER-13, p. 206","A.L.S. Philadelphia. February and March nos. of Lady's Book show continued interest in Mount Vernon, doesn't hope for much until Mount Vernon estate is purchased. Only established purchase can offset all the falsehoods about the transaction. Now comes story that U.S. Agriculture Secretary will buy Mount Vernon for an Agriculture University. Room for this and national cemetery. Why not write President - by uniting efforts, might raise $200,000 needed. We need Congressional aid. ER-13, p. 89","Copy. Encloses resolutions of United State Agricultural Society for the purchase of Mount Vernon in order to establish a national institute for the promotion of agriculture, and requests his reply to the proposal. ER-4296, RM-524","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. His reply to Mr. Ritchie's letter regarding his willingness to sell Mount Vernon to Virginia - somewhat annoyed with Mr. Ritchie. Comments of unfavorable press - leaves Mount Vernon but future residence uncertain. ER-9, p. 19 (MVLA owns another copy of this letter RM-56)","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Requests further clarification of his conditions and asks that he drop his silence and become more actively involved in the public controversy regarding the sale and the Mount Vernon Bill before the Virginia Legislature. ER-4228, RM-523","Cambridge. Very enthusiastic about the cause.","A.L.S. New York. Assures her of his interest in securing Mount Vernon but is troubled about the influence of critical times in U.S. Regrets J.A. Washington's attitude which must be cleared before public can be expected to support this worthy effort. ER-10, p. 49","A.L.S. St. Louis. Impatient at delay of John Augustine Washington's decision. Alludes to having met Regent and her mother. ER-14, p. 95","Transcription. Discussion of money raised. RM-144","A.L. Charleston (end of letter missing). Received delayed correspondence between Mssrs. Ritchie and John Augustine Washington - latter's letter unsuitable for publication; plans another letter to Mr. Washington. ER-1, p. 61","A.L. Nashville. Glad Regent has returned to Mount Vernon and purchase postponed to February 22, which gives States more time to organize and collect funds. Has 2 orators for birthday celebration. Plans to apportion amount each county is to raise to make $5000 fund. Also plan for proceeds from a book, which would be promoted by Association without \"publicity of authorship\" by herself. (part of letter may be missing). ER-10, p. 129","A.L.S. Nashville. Reports mistake in report of funds she has sent which should be $177. Has successful agent selling Washington Portraits, 275 sold, hopes to order more from Devereux. Re: the publication of her book, expenses involved putting book on market. Wants Regent to write introduction, send out a circular letter. Wants her authorship of book concealed, proceeds to Mount Vernon fund. Re: management of funds and payments to J.A. Washington. ER-10, p. 137","A.L.S. Difficulties of getting Mr. Washington's commitment - has no doubts as to ability to procure Mount Vernon. Assures him of a fine reception in the South when he comes to give his address. ER-1, p. 62","A.L.S. Boston. Mrs. Ritchie has sent him Mr. Washington's letter to her husband, January 2. Not what he hoped for publication, would be unfavorable. Fears Washington's willingness to cooperate with Miss Cunningham and must wait for his change of mind. Advises her to counsel with Mr. Petigru. Thinks best to get legal status under charter and to raise money. Public's ideas of amounts collected differ. Mr. Washington will sell if money is ready. Lecture again on 23rd. Has 12 bonds, $1000 each, at 7%, one $500 at 6%. If impractical to buy Mount Vernon, sum to be used for Washington commemoration elsewhere, but no hasty action in affair. Thinks Richmond collection plus his own will surely make the purchase some time. ER-9, p. 115","A.L.S. Richmond? Reports interview with Virginia Secretary of State, in which he refuses to give her list of subscribers presented to Governor Wise with the constitution. Encloses copy of his written report, stating Governor does not recognize new constitution, but only the first constitution presented. ER-3, p. 73","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Thanks him for his opinion of Mr. Ritchie's criticism of the Charter, requests from him a clear statement of the terms on which he is willing to dispose of Mount Vernon. Warns him of the prejudice and ignorance of the \"Masses of the Community\" and assures him that she will spare no effort to protect his reputation from such prejudice. RM-523, ER-4229","Photostat. Boston. Acknowledges his letter with copy of Mr. Washington's. Choate will not go to Richmond. Winthrop will go another year. Hillard would deliver good address. ER-479","A.L. initial S. Charleston. Sends him a copy of Mr. Washington's letter to her regarding Mr. Ritchie's letter to him, so that Mr. Everett may know Mr. W. and understand him. Defends Mr. Washington. Will make a real effort to go to Richmond next winter. Has received proposition from Mr. Hall regarding making allies of Agricultural Society which wanted to buy Mount Vernon for a state model farm. ER-1","A.L.S. Charleston. Will not fear for New York while Mr. Ruggles leads it. Attitude toward Secession and George Washington influence converting Mr. Washington to selling Mount Vernon; Virginia State Legislature's position in purchase. Gives Mr. Washington's chief characteristics and opinions re: Mount Vernon. Sends correspondence with Governor Wise. ER-11, p. 1","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks for information on Mount Vernon for Dr. Burrows who is to speak on Mount Vernon at Lynchburg. Mr. Washington's letter a damper on Mount Vernon cause, has just received the Regent's last letter and copy of Washington's. ER-4, p. 82","A.L. Signed Southern Matron, Pres. of Mount Vernon Association (not in Cunningham's handwriting). Appeal to the public. Submits correspondence between William Ritchie and John Augustine Washington to be placed before General Assembly together with such data as governor deems advisable, since Mr. Washington refused to deal with other than Virginia State in this sale. Offers funds collected. Constitution and bylaws required by Charter granted Association March 17, 1856 to be duly submitted. ER-1, p. 63","Richmond. Ritchie's husband ill. Personal matters. A-280","A.L.S. Nashville. A popular magician, \"Fakir of Ava\" offers half proceeds of his entertainments if Regent will sanction his performances and introduce him to Vice Regents of each State. ER-10, p. 139","Copy. Washington, D.C. No response to their inquiry re: his selling Mount Vernon (letter Jan. 16) so ask him again if he will sell Mount Vernon to U.S. Congress. p. 18","Nashville. Will do anything for Mount Vernon. Hopes to be there in June. Blesses Cunningham for all she's done. ER-10","A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Alludes to her efforts with Mr. Everett and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie and their earnest desire for his cooperation in the cause. ER-4230, RM-523","A.L.S. Lynchburg ? re: sale of 200 to 275 pictures, some framed, for Association profit. ER-3, p. 77","A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges receipt of her letter with exchange of letters between her and Mr. Washington enclosed. Part of unfavorable impression of Mr. Washington removed but he is not at point of cooperating yet - does not approve of publishing any part of correspondence - avoid irritating Mr. Washington; organize under charter and get funds to buy ready. Hopes to realize $1500 from repetition of address in Boston. Likes idea of Mrs. Hale to purchase part of Estate for Agricultural Society. Mr. Pryor, late of Richmond Enquirer, now on Mercury, has uncordial attitude toward Everett which he asks Miss Cunningham not to let interfere in Mount Vernon cause. ER-9, p. 117","A.L.S. Leesburg. $27.70 only collected at speech. Will write articles for newspapers. Combating Richard Washington's reported statement that his brother, John Augustine Washington says he will not sell to Ladies and has been offered $300,000 elsewhere. ER-3, p. 70","A.L.S. 3 p. Apparently first draft, large portions of text crossed out, though legible. Refers to confusion in his correspondence with Mr. Ritchie and offers made by the United States Agricultural Society for the purchase of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4231","A.L.S. He leaves for 6 to 8 weeks soon. Received letter from U.S. Agricultural Society requesting to purchase Mount Vernon - declined on grounds he had already in some manner pledged a different disposition of property. ER-9","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Re: Mr. Everett's lecture, subscription, sale of pictures, newspaper clippings, gives names of subscribers with amounts given. ER-3, p. 79","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Becky's prolonged illness.","A.L.S. Charleston. Apologizes for confusion corrected by her correspondence with many other parties concerning the Association and negotiations for acquisition of Mount Vernon. Suggests some minor revisions in the draft of the contract or terms of sale. Expresses surprise at the offer of the Agriculture Society to buy the estate. ER-4232, RM-523","A.L.S. Nashville. Sees news report of Regent's attendance at Masonic celebration. has had 1000 copies of her book printed, 500 bound, 100 sent to Mrs. Pellet in Richmond. Has had a portrait of Miss Cunningham printed - the first item to adorn Mount Vernon and one for each Vice Regent. Dr. Lindley sent Governor Wise check for $2000 which cost $100 Mrs. Fogg paid personally. Asks Mrs. Pellet to call for it. Her book is ready for distribution, urges influence of Regent for its adoption. ER-10, p. 147","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects Mrs. Ritchie has forwarded to her his previous letter and one to William Ritchie. If Virginia purchases Mount Vernon as he hopes, he is not unwilling to sell remainder of land to U.S. Agricultural Society. Alludes to Miss Cunningham's reference to relative of J.A. Washington who states he is unreliable in dealings and urges that she give him the name of this person. ER-9, p. 23","Comments on and offers criticism about the poem which he has received previously.","Wilmington. Hopes to raise much money in her town. Thanks APC for everything. RM-970, MS-5551","A.L.S. Boston. Repeats oration twice in Albany. ER-9, p. 119","A.L.S. 10 p. Charleston. Writes to reassure him about rumors and published accounts questioning his motives in the matter of the sale of Mount Vernon; accusations that he has neglected the estate and that he is attempting to \"speculate in the bones of his ancestors.\" She assures him that she has been active in his defense and points out the malice and ignorance of his detractors. Mentions the private offer of $300,000. The Virginia Bill and the proposal of the Agricultural Society. RM-523, ER-4233","Copies of correspondence from March 18, 25, and 28. Re: purchase of Mount Vernon for invalid soldiers.","Charleston. Worried about increasing conflict in country. Thanks him for his oratory and all he's done for cause.","A.L.S. New York. They depart this afternoon for Charleston by steamer - declines her invitation to stay with her brother.","A.L.S. 4 p. Draft of letter. Refers to \"misrepresentations respecting me\" which are discussed in her letter of March 17, 1857 and he professes \"a perfect indifference\" to the opinions of \"nameless and irresponsible creatures who write for newspapers.\" States that he is willing to sell Mount Vernon only to the United States or to Virginia, not to the Ladies' Association or to the parties who had offered $300,000. States his utter indifference to his place in history. RM-523, ER-4234","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regrets Miss Cunningham cannot give him name of person who has called him unreliable in transactions. Declares that \"except in one instance\" his terms and price have been the same - and he relates terms offered in that one case when party to contract failed to meet his agreement and J.A.W. was thus released from his. States that his views and expressions of them during 6 or 8 years he has owned Mount Vernon have been about the same. Has not objection to anything he has said or written being printed. ER-9. p. 25","Photostat. Boston. Successful Albany visit - resolution passed by both houses of legislature referring with approbation to effort to aid in purchase of Mount Vernon. Does he think discourse should be repeated in New York? Last year Mr. Washington's letters threw cold water on any such discourse there. His receipts for Mount Vernon are nearly $16,000. If purchase should fail, fund to be appropriated to some other object commemorative of Washington. consult some judicious persons regarding expediency of repeating discourse there. ER-480","Richmond. Has been unable to write due to her husband's illness. Plans trip to Boston. Annie Frobisher is also ill. A-280","Boston. Has repeated address frequently since giving it there last year - funds from it go to purchase of Mount Vernon. If Mount Vernon cannot be purchased, funds to go to other object commemorative of Washington. Repeated speech on February 23 before Mercantile Library Association of Boston for whom it was originally prepared. Will repeat it under auspices of Mercantile Library Association of New York if any real interest is shown in it. ER-481","A.L.S. Assures APC she hasn't offended her. Tells of plans for organizing Association there. Has much encouragement and help from gentlemen. Asks for letter of introduction to Mr. Everett when he speaks there on April 21. ER-14, p. 97","Tells him of women's efforts to honor Washington by purchasing Mount Vernon. Encloses publications of Association to explain their purpose, activities, etc. Asks him, a self-exiled son of America, to support the movement. ER-11, p. 3","Photostat. Boston. The correspondence in Enquirer looks good, and Miss Cunningham's address good. Success in Albany. Both houses of legislature passed resolutions complimentary to his errand - attack on him in \"Albany Evening Journal.\" ER-482","Photostat. Boston. Congratulates APC on her diplomacy - saw her address and the correspondence printed in Richmond Enquirer. Virulent attack on him in Albany Evening Journal. ER-483","St. Louis. Asks her aid in letting Mr. Everett know they are organizing. The Young Men's Library Association has written him but hasn't heard anything. Thinks he is waiting for an invitation from the Ladies'. ER-14, p. 95","A.L. Nashville. Thinks Mrs. Octavia Levert the most wonderful after the Regent in personality and accomplishments. Now reading her book on Europe. Mr. Fogg, at Regent's request, analyzed the Constitution and bylaws and thinks nothing more necessary. Will send number of her books Mrs. Pellet orders for Richmond booksellers, and what Regent orders for Charleston booksellers. ER-10, p. 153","A.L. Sends pamphlets. Is sure he will rejoice at prospects of Mount Vernon. Invites him to be present at acceptance of Charter by Association, probably February 22, 1858. ER-11, p. 7 See also same letter RM-29, ER-2031","A.L. Appeal to Kentucky citizens to contribute to Mount Vernon fund, which she hopes newspaper will make. ER-11, p. 7","Richmond. Frobisher recovering from scarlet fever. Ritchie plans trip to Boston in July. Ritchie's sister studying art in Europe. Letters from Mr. J.A. Washington to Mr. Ritchie published in the Enquirer. Is returning Mr. W's letter to Frobisher. Mr. Everett continues his exertions for us (the MVLA). Soon to lecture in St. Louis. Says MVLA hopes to purchase Mount Vernon by 22 February 1858.  A-280","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent extends to her the office of corresponding Secretary, Mount Vernon Central Committee of the Union and offers her an assistant, suggesting Miss Christie Johnson for the position. ER-4, p. 121","Had successful meeting of Missouri Association - 15 women, 3 men. Very excited.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to \"Enquirer\" article. Receipt of a large package of MVLA papers from Miss Lawson with no explanation for sending them. Writes at length on motives of cause, in form of a few thoughts thrown together for an address to be published in religious periodicals. ER-3. p. 81","A.L.S. Richmond. Reports success. Mrs. Cabell called a meeting, weather prevented attendance of members. Mrs. C. in Europe when first circular was published. Mr. Bunnus gives readings when asked, organizing societies in principal places in Virginia. Sends partial list of members. Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie postpone foreign trip. Mr. Everett offers to interest country in APC's and Mrs. Ritchie's efforts. Asked for notice in May nos. of Godey and (Thompson's) Messenger. ER-16, p. 233","Asks her to sign corrected version of paper.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Edward Everett gave lecture and was much entertained. Raised about $1900. Hopes for much at Catholic Fair. Reports on other entertainments. Thinks of asking state legislature for an appropriation. ER-14, p. 97","Richmond. Has published Annie's (?) in the Enquirer. Sends her pamphlet to better help her understand Mount Vernon matters. Lauds Edward Everett for his efforts on behalf of the MVLA. A-280","Will mention Mount Vernon in speech. Commends Association in its efforts. Photostat and transcript also available in folder.","Richmond. Wishes Frobisher to meet Miss Aronia, who makes her debut soon in Boston. Tells her to write some lines of  Miss Aronia, send them to Richmond paper for publication. Ritchie has just returned from Washington, D.C. A-280","A.L.S. Work interrupted by illness. Appeal printing a gift. ER-13, p. 204","A.L.S. Lydenham near Philadelphia. Presents compliments to Southern Matron and acknowledges receipt of Appeals for the Purchase, etc. Will join the Philadelphia organization. ER-13, p. 88","Richmond. Suggest she write an engagement notice for Mrs. Ritchie's daughter, which she will have published. Other personal matters.","A.L.S. Massachusetts. Reports an agreeable and prosperous tour in the West. Spoke at inauguration of the Washington University, at St. Louis, twice before Library Association, and once for MVLA. Spoke in Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington, Maysville, Buffalo, Utica, and Troy. Explains funds resulting only $8000 received to date which he will invest. Fatigue forced him to end speaking for season - spent one week with daughter, Mrs. H.A. Wise, in Washington. Also photostat of brief note on the letter in Everett's hand (letter book notation?) ER-486, ER-9, p. 121","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends printing bill, report to Messenger too late for publication, submits it for APC's criticism. Mrs. Ritchie should have written it. Godey notice for July. Asks how much now subscribed. Virginia (without Everett's) about $2000, list of names to be published. Mrs. Cabell apathetic to celebration July 4, but tried to rouse interest in Baltimore. ER-16, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Subscribes to the cause and its methods. Suggests a discourse at Mount Vernon on anniversary of death of George Washington which would raise funds. Enclose a signed note suggesting Mr. Brown make such a request through newspapers. 3-83","A.L.S. St. Louis. Has collected about $1000, loaned $500 at 12% payable on call. A friend is taking literature to California. Asks for information re: purchase terms for Mount Vernon. Judge Douglas to speak July 4th. ER-14, p. 101","A.L. He yields to Southern Matron's plan but still thinks his own is better. Also includes a pencil draft of a declaration or certificate of support for the MVLA. ER-14, p. 192","A.L.S. Richmond. Takes time from her school duties to report she has found 2 assistants to help in Richmond; efforts to develop a celebration for July 4; mailed out Appeal of Mr. Yeadon; Mr. Porter's letter to be published with Mr. McFarland's acknowledgement of Charleston artillery donation. ER-4, p. 129","A.L.S. 4 p. Rush is responding to a receipt from Mrs. Hale for a donation and request that he prepare an oration about George Washington to be delivered to various audiences, the proceeds to benefit Mount Vernon. RM-915, ER-5446","Apologizes for not writing earlier and promises to work for the cause.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Vaux, Mayor of Philadelphia, response to Appeal for purchase fund. ER-13, p. 90","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Walton sends Treasurer's Report - $1100 besides Washington's Artillery, $85. Mrs. Walton of St. Louis will attend Central Committee meeting in August if held in Richmond. Wrote new Knight Lambert Pond (Ohio) sending Mount Vernon information. Asks for copies of first organization of Mount Vernon Central Committee alluded to in \"Appeal\" published in 1855. Correspondents through Godey's. Mrs. Walton re: Everett's lecture tickets at 50 cents. ER-16, p. 235","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Fears delay in receiving answer to suggestion for December 14 address may now make plan impossible of results desired. ER-3, p. 85","Photostat. Charleston. Is willing to help but not take the lead in any of their endeavors. Has been unable to convince any others to help as well. RM-197, ER-2606","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Confession caused by letters to and from John Augustine Washington, asks for letter from Regent to be read at their Society's next meeting. Pennsylvania's actions add to difficulties in furtherance of plans to raise funds. ER-3, p. 87","Richmond. Has published Frobisher's letter about Aronia's engagement. News of her husband's health. A-280","A.L.S. Richmond. Report of Charleston celebration of 4th a success, no Virginia celebration. Mrs. Cabell invites Mr. Everett to repeat his lecture in Richmond during November Agriculture Fair. Mr. Gaffney's offer to canvas Virginia referred to Southern traveling agent to raise funds. Asks instructions re: keeping records, and other duties. Asks for copies of 1st appeals; sends APC State circulars of 1855 for use in organizing other sections. ER-16, p. 237","A.L.S. Nashville. Sent G.W. Riggs $200 - more to follow in a few days. ER-10, p. 154","A.L.S. Richmond. Wrote Mr. Gaffney. Urges APC to go to White Sulphur Springs for bother her health and \"the cause.\" Mrs. Cabell's effort the 4th a failure. Loudon County raised $200. Mrs. Cabell thinks Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Semmes, and Secretary P. only ones working. Questions authenticity of GW cane. Sent Virginia State Committee Circular to Mr. Gaffney with letter. ER-16, p. 236","A.L.S. St. Louis. Working for contributions at Agriculture Fair. Despairs at small returns. Offers to work for cause on her trip east. Wishes to ask Missouri legislature for appropriation. Hon. S.B. Woodson offers his support. Reviews newspaper support. ER-14, p. 100","Independence Hall. Presents plan of an artist, Mr. Devereux, for selling portraits of Washington for 50 cents, with 15 cents from each to go to Fund - sure he can raise $10,000-$15,000 for fund this way. ER-D-11","Photostat. Hopes to come to Richmond in November. Had successful speaking tour in West.","A.L.S. Richmond. On receipt of Regent's letter re: GW's cane, etc. went to Mrs. Cabell who questioned authenticity of relics. Writes for information and finds G.W.P. Custis, sole surviving executor of Will, had given a certified statement re: them. Plans for funds to purchase relics. Mount Vernon Report published without reading proof - asks Mrs. Hale to correct errors before copying again. Mrs. Dickinson sent $1742.22. Reports smaller funds, and future benefit entertainments. ER-4, p. 126","Richmond. Soon leaves for New York. Other personal matters. A-280","A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Has delivered address 5 times since return from West - had he time could repeat it every evening. Family difficulties may prevent his tour through South. Also ER-251 letter book copy. ER-9, p. 123","A.L.S. Nashville. Receives appointment and instructions, will start work at once. Thinks Mrs. Polk and others of wealth will contribute. Expects Edward Everett to speak in October during State Mechanics Fair. Will send Mount Vernon Appeal to all the Sunday Schools. (part of letter missing). ER-10, p. 117","Medford, Massachusetts. Photostat. Will accept her invitation to repeat his discourse in Mobile if she can, thanks her for having publisher send him a copy of her book. ER-488","Photostat. Sorry she is ill. He continues to make his speech.","A.L.S. Richmond. Philadelphia affair result of personal opposition to APC. Refers to affairs in Indiana, Georgia. Asks for money to pay assistant. Must have copy ready for Messenger 28th of month. Arranging exchange of papers. GW cane to be sold July 30. ER-16, p. 239","A.L.S. Richmond. Expert's statistics finished. Will try to bring about reconciliation in Georgia affair. Hopes to systematize reports and activities. GW cane to be sold today. Ladies authorized a $200 bid. Hopes to have Everett in Richmond for grand presentation. Receives article from Petersburg, the Courier. Mrs. P. to have all exchange papers from Enquirer's office for Mount Vernon clippings. Heard from Mr. and Mrs. Eve. Offers to aid Association reported. ER-16, p. 241","A.L.S. Independence Hall, Philadelphia. Understands Mr. Millard will send his statement of Mount Vernon funds. S.F.W. wishes to compare it with his statement. Crowds in hall - hopes for results for Mount Vernon fund. ER-13, p. 113","Sent article from local paper. Continues to raise money.","A.L.S. Memphis. Reports little success in various attempts for Mount Vernon, but will make further attempts. ER-10, p. 155.","A.L.S. Richmond. APC on Sullivan Island. Will give history of purchase of cane later. Mrs. Cabell's plans for cane and raising funds given, asks for her liberal contribution. Agrees with APC on Masonic affair, wishes to know total amount collected. Is trying for Monthly Reports. Time for new report. Memphis sends $65 Tennessee contributes. ER-16, p. 242","Astoria. Trip to Long Island went well. Husband did journey well, despite health. Expects to go to Boston. News of friends. A-280","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: presentation of Mount Vernon cause to Masonic orders, especially to December meeting of Grand Lodges in Richmond. Names prominent Masons they could approach. Suggests finding GW's Masonic Apron to present as gift. Asks what to do with spy-glass. ER-4, p. 123","A.L.S. Formally presents a sum which he requests shall not be publicly acknowledged. ER-10, p. 50","A.L.S. Difficulties between the Savannah and Augusta Associations in regard to precedence. ER-3, p. 89","Photostat. Newport, Rhode Island. Continues to give his speech. Sends best wishes to Mr. Ritchie in his illness.","A.L.S. Richmond. Reports depositing $2000 collected in 10 counties in North Carolina. ER-3, p. 91","A.L.S. Richmond. Mr. Sheffley approves of giving Everett the cane; sends $5; cites other approvals. Mrs. Ritchie answered Mrs. Grant's letter. Hasn't enough information from workers to make September report. Enquirer has no room for Mount Vernon report on Regent's article. ER-16, p. 266","A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Acknowledges letters and clippings on Mount Vernon. Reports giving GW oration in Massachusetts and Newport twice each, and in Maine three times. Innumerable invitations from all parts of country and 6 or 8 engagements. Some details re: Buffalo, Cleveland, New York City, Richmond, and Alabama. Thinks it may be unwise to present him with GW cane much as he desires it. Great bitterness of Pryor in South, and Harce Greely and Wendell Phillips criticizing him in North. ER-9, p. 127","A.L. end of letter missing. Richmond. Extension of 10 days given for \"dead line\" or reports for Messenger. Received from William Yancy $1024.75. Mrs. Dickinson collected about $2000 from N.C. ER-16, p. 240","A.L.S. Taunton. Sends copy of a disturbing newspaper article. Says Miss Martha Haines Butt, a Virginian, offers her services. ER-14, p. 99","A.L.S. Feels great responsibility in drawing up a constitution for so lasting an organization. Submits  draft for Regent's corrections, no work done yet on bylaws and needs directions before undertaking it. Refuses to consider renumeration for services. Draft on back of letter. ER-3, p. 93","A.L.S. Memphis. Will again attempt work for Mount Vernon, and report its progress. ER-10, p. 155","A.S. Telegram on original telegraph form, New York and New Orleans Magnetic Telegraph Company. Signed Southern Matron. Reports Everett fund as $29,000. ER-1, p. 72","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: mistakes and delays in Report for Messenger. Mrs. Grant says \"the Savannah Association has become an auxiliary to the Central Committee by advice and permission of Southern Matron.\" Collected $1426. Asks her to note what Mrs. Grant says about Mrs. Meade's and Mrs. Ritchie's letters, both dictated by Miss Cunningham. ER-4, p. 122","A.L.S. Nashville. Re: George Verger, President Great Pacific Railroad who lends his support to Mount Vernon cause and will act as Treasurer in Mississippi. Asks Regent to make him a Knight. Suggests Mrs. MacWillie would make an excellent Vice Regent in Mississippi - husband is candidate for governor. ER-10, p. 159","A.L.S. Independence Hall. Sends long list of subscribers, and some comments. ER-10, p. 51","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re: his views on monument to Washington, declares his support and will be active in cause. ER-3, p. 95","Photostat. Wants to do speaking tour of the South on behalf of Mount Vernon in November but is not certain he can be away from home so long.","Photostat. Unable to commit to long speaking tour in South due to wife's illness and business concerns.","A.L.S. Richmond. Editor of the Whig offers to aid a demonstration at the Fair, other publicity noted. ER-4, p. 83","A.L.S. St. Louis. Returned to find ladies had done nothing in her absence. State leader, Mrs. Hart, has done almost nothing. ER-14, p. 99","A.S. Telegram on original telegraph form, New York and New Orleans Magnetic Telegraph Company. Signed A Southern Matron. $40 for Charleston. ER-1, p. 74","Draft letter, incomplete. Concerning cane to be presented to him by the Ladies'.","Incomplete letter - still unsure about Southern tour.","A.L.S. Recites troubles she has to make state organization function. Still rumors of John A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon. Money panic in St. Louis is \"dreadful\" - worst since 1837. ER-14, p. 101","Telling of his extensive schedule of Washington lectures. Hopes to come to Richmond. in November. RM-600, ER-4488","A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Expresses admiration for her energy and seal. Speaks several times in Buffalo and vicinity; Philadelphia's new opera house last on this tour. Terrible financial crisis makes times unfavorable form Mount Vernon cause. Richmond visit uncertain and thinks presentation of can unwise. Concerned by her report of Governor Wise's attitude. ER-9, p. 123","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends an article to be published in Charleston Courier. Wants Miss Cunningham's statement to refute statement that Virginia will own Mount Vernon after people of other States have paid for it. \"Patriot\" article will be sent soon. ER-10, p. 161","A.L.S. Richmond. Receives letter from New Hampshire, evidence of popularity of Mount Vernon cause. Can have rooms in Mrs. P.'s school, meals across the street. Mrs. Grant is a business woman. Fair opens 27th. Hopes to have E. Everett at that time. Banks have suspended but country people have gold they will spend at Fair. ER-16, p. 243","A.L.S. Boston. Cannot accept invitation at this time as his family, business and the building of the public library keep him busy at home. Has been away much since speaking in St. Louis in April, repeated oration 40 times this season. ER-9, p. 133","Photostat. Unable to go south until winter at least.","A.L.S. Boston. Tells why he declined Mrs. Ritchie's invitation to Richmond - Has repeated oration more than 40 times, neglecting his family, business and duties connected with new public library. Went west last week, spoke 5 times in 7 days, traveled 1600 miles in 10 days and will speak in own vicinity 4 times in next 8 days. has asked to postpone Philadelphia date. ER-9, p. 135","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re: a couple of pictures Mr. Devereux has sent her, with reposition for selling copies for benefit of Mount Vernon. Companion piece of Martha Washington from Boston Athenaeum's Gilbert Stuart portrait. Asks about progress of purchase fund, so he can answer inquiries of subscribers at the Hall. ER-13, p. 91","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks when Regent is coming to Richmond. E. Everett is unable to speak during Richmond Fair, Nov. 9. Has given lecture 40 times since St. Louis. Thinks cancel of lecture date loss $10,000. Plans for substitute speaker; tent on Fair grounds for Mount Vernon subscriptions. Expects $200,000 will be left in Richmond by Fair as panic does not effect farmers. ER-16, p. 269","A.L.S. Boston. Re: misunderstandings about his proposed orations in Richmond. ER-9, p. 137","Photostat. Boston. Would give his talk for free, but any proceeds must go toward fund for purchase of Mount Vernon.","Photostat. Boston. Definitely unable to travel away from Boston. Will give his talk only locally.","Boston. Apologizes for confusion of date to speak in Richmond. Much too busy to do so.","Photostat. Boston. Still postponing talks in Philadelphia and Richmond. Hopes financial state of country will improve.","Encloses copy of Mrs. Fogg's letter. Would like help answering it.","Report. Richmond. Despite financial panic, the Association's offers of assistance continue. Since September report, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota, and New Mexico have been added to Association. Santa Fe citizens and Florida ladies active. South Carolina gives $51; Tenn. $189; Mrs. McWillie is Vice Regent for Mississippi. Dr. Burrows substitutes for E. Everett; Virginia gives $134. Funds to be sent to W.H. Mcfarland of Richmond, Treasurer for State, who in turn will place them in hands of Vriginia Treasurer for credit of Association. ER-16, p. 245","A.L.S. Richmond. \"strictly confidential.\" Report of exhibition of Washington's cane and spy glass at Fair - and only $100 raised; Mr. Everett thinks fund cannot be raised in time; Masonic Orders' plan for buying Mount Vernon, but confidence in J.A. Washington's word is lacking; Odd Fellows contribute $55; paid $106 for relics; disgust with Virginia's efforts.","A.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Pleased with Dr. Mackey's interest in cause. Refers to Masonic interests. Describes how he has handled Mount Vernon fund accruing from his oration. Now has little under $24,000, explains expenses taken out, \"never deducted a dollar\" from money, local committees always took care of that. Outlines present investment of the funds. $2200 interest yielded on $36,000 or $37,000 fund. Regrets cannot convert investments into cash without loss. Will be able to deliver when time comes - advises against publicity. Can forward to Governor Wise a certified statement of general condition of fund - to be paid over at proper time. ER-9, p. 141","A.L.S. Richmond. Messenger will not grant space for monthly report, Mr. Thompson has advanced date for report to be in his hands. No pamphlets to send as you direct. Asked her to remain in Charleston because of Masonic plans for subscriptions; some Masons think Mount Vernon is to be owned by them. ER-16, p. 251","Working for the cause in North Carolina. RM-970, MS-5553","A.L.S. Charleston. Sends $58 and list of names. ER-10, p. 53","A.L.S. Nashville. Re: Vice Regent for Louisiana. Prepares a series of lectures for Mount Vernon fund. Requests Mrs. Lucius C. Duncan be sent credentials and 25 printed subscription blanks, William Bilbo to be made Knight of Mount Vernon. Agent in Texas put to work. ER-10, p. 149","A.L.S. Charleston. Report to be published in daily paper with an urgent appeal for more funds. Mentions her approaching visit to Richmond. Note: \"Trying to get up a convert.\" ER-9, p. 87","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Selling pictures for Mount Vernon purchase fund in cooperation with Devereux Co. Mount Vernon to receive one-half proceeds for fund; find impressions sold for $100 per hundred, Association receives 50%, elaborates on methods of selling and prices charged. ER-13, p. 93","Copy of letter written by Ann Pamela Cunningham's brother, John Cunningham at her instruction. Charleston. Offering statement of funds collected with copy of Constitution and Bylaws required by Charter granted. Plan to turn over funds impractical in this period of financial depression because of loss on investments involved. ER-1, p. 85","A.L.S. Richmond. Confidential (last page pasted down). Re: securing Mount Vernon for February 22; the interest of Masonic Order in purchase of Mount Vernon and aid they have offered; thinks John M. Gilmer is opposed to Ladies' Association; benefits to be given; E. Everett' transfer of funds to Virginia. ER-9, p. 84","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased that request for Mr. Washington's extension on time of purchase is approved by her. Again asserts that when friends are ready to buy, Mr. Washington will sell. General financial affairs better. Has as many engagements for his oration in vicinity as his health permits him to give. ER-9, p. 145","Charleston. Congratulates her on behalf of APC, Southern Matron, on appointment to head Louisiana committee. ER-348A","A.L.S. Executive Department signed by George W. Mumford, secretary. Richmond. Secretary reports Governor will submit to Virginia legislature any report touching funds for purchase of Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 97","A.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Reports total cash received $24,000 and interest on its investment bring it to $36,000. Has placed his Mount Vernon fund under Board of 5 which he names, and gives details of method of investing same. Has delivered oration 64 times. ER-9, p. 143","A.L.S. Richmond. Will do best she can with \"Mount Vernon Waltz.\" Asks instructions re: funds, has asked collectors to check money with Mr. Mcfarland. Mr. Gaffney has issued an Appeal, which is not \"just the thing.\" Money pressure not yet felt in Richmond as elsewhere. ER-16, p. 252","A.L.S. Charleston. Written at APC's request. Cunningham asks Mrs. Pellet to rewrite Association's last report so as to bring full force of public opinion to bear on Virginia legislators. J.A. Washington demands prompt purchase but gives no time limit for payments. APC suggests many examples of individual and group efforts to be cited in report, showing remarkable success in raising funds during a period of depression. Constitution and Bylaws drawn by James L. Petigen (Petigru?) and Richard Yeadon now in Governor Wise's hands. Note: Nov. 1857 L.S. Porter in October report rewritten by Mrs. Pellet. ER-1, p. 79, 81","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks if Mount Vernon funds should be transferred to Virginia State. Exchange is high. Letter from E. Everett confirms letter to APC re: his funds and investments. Encloses November Report, which was not published in Messenger. Questions advisability of inviting organizations to send friends to Virginia at this time. Comments favorably on Irving's \"Life of Washington,\" mentions Walberg's equestrian statue of GW. Asks APC to make additions and changes in Report as far as she sees fit. ER-16, p. 253","A.L. Charleston. Will send Constitution and Bylaws to Governor, thus preventing Legislature from blocking Charter. Problems of accurate representation to Legislature, exact sums collected and by whom, prevention of loss by transfer of funds, certified statements before purchase payments. Suggests each state representative be asked for one day's pay as for Calhoun. (pencil comment: Important on purchase.\") ER-1, p. 91","A.L.S. Charleston. Re: report on funds collected to be sent Virginia legislature. Instruct Macfarland to turn over funds in his possession to State Treasury. Important to show financial crisis is not stopping collections. Call from Senator Yulee and Ex-Governor Broone of Florida. Will offer Mrs. Yulee Vice Presidency, though Mr. Y. is \"bitterly prejudiced\" against Mr.Washington. ER-1, p. 89","Photostat. Boston. Will be delighted to speak before citizens of Savannah. ER-519","A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges her letter and copy of Col. Cunningham's letter to Governor Wise. Improved financial conditions bring principal back to value before panic. has been less active in cause lately due to other pressure on time and his own health. P.S. Pleased with account just received of Governor Wise's attitude and Mr. Ripley's enthusiasm. Hopes to make a southern trip. ER-9, p. 147","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Opens negotiations with Mount Vernon Fund to aid it with a portrait of Washington. Authorizes him to communicate proposal to Southern Matron. ER-D-5","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks APC to send copy of Governor Wise's letter which Mrs. Ritchie failed to copy. Masonic Orders definite aid to Mount Vernon Association for purchase fund. Mrs. P. and Mrs. Ritchie have changed the Report since receiving Governor's letter. Wishes S.C. list of subscribers and amounts to give Governor Wise. Will secure lists from other states. ER-16, p. 254","A.S. Disapproves of constitution and bylaws submitted by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, and gives reasons. Signed Henry A. Wise. ER-3, p. 99","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Writes in reference to their Washington Portrait. Has sent Mr. Watson of Independence Hall a Memorandum as a basis of negotiation. They wish to aid the fund. They feel it important the portrait of Washington should be circulated among the citizens. Will furnish parcels of portraits to Managers of Association at different places, the Association to pay express charges. Ladies should be informed of sale of portrait and urged to use energy in its sale. First lot to each place to be sent on trust. Prices of various editions of Portraits. Half of price to be kept by Association, believes the better edition would better meet the wishes of the Southern and Western patronage. ER-D-47","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Writes her in regard to plan to sell Washington portraits for benefit of Mount Vernon fund. Association must pay Express charges on bundles of portraits. First lot of pictures to be sent to her and other Ladies on trust. Remittance for these to be sent with order for second lot. Sends four types of portrait at prices ranging from $1.25. Half of money to be forwarded to them, half kept by Association. ER-D-13","A.L.S. Philadelphia, Independence Hall. Mayor Vaux's subscription not yet paid. Inquirer, Bulletin and Godey ar all friendly. General Financial depression has cut into Mount Vernon receipts at the Hall. Has $120 collected. Commends Edward Everett's contribution. ER-13, p. 92","Extracts from Mr. Watson's letter. Believes Association and Devereux \u0026 Co. can work out an agreement. Special edition of the Portrait for Association. Reasons for special edition, whole scheme of Association based on spontaneous and free gift of people without returning value for value. Association to receive 1/2 proceeds of sale; such a small margin of profit for D. \u0026 Co. that they cannot afford to do any advertising. ER-D-48","Her health has been very poor during last 2 months. Thanks him for his recent act of patriotism. Calamitous economic conditions of world greatly injure the Mount Vernon fund. The Washington Portrait will help the Fund considerably. ER-D-119","New Orleans. From unknown sender? Will help association if he can, but fears not much can be done in Louisiana now. Has just received pamphlets with information. Proposes appointing \"the Commercial Bulletin\" as \"organ\" of Association. ER 349","A.L.S. Richmond. Fragment of letter, 4 pages. Governor Wise's objections to Bill. Has written 5 Vice Regents asking them to send list of subscribers and amounts given - which will be sent to Governor when new constitution is sent. Secretary's Report has gone to printer. Masonic Order wants only to visit Mount Vernon once a year. Prospects are brighter. Reports funds collected. ER-4, p. 87","A.L.S. St. Louis. Asks Mr. Forrest (actor) to give benefit which he refuses to do. Hopes Pres. Hart will resign. Great prejudice against John A. Washington, and hard to get contributions or press notices. Has printed Appeal to Catholics. ER-14, p. 103","A.L.S. Richmond. Declares she has neither compromised the Regent nor the Association in dealing with Governor; begs she correct mistakes in Messenger, encloses copy of a letter she sent Ladies re: funds; Savannah has funds invested at 10%; re: Mrs. Walton and Mrs. Cabell; Mrs. Ritchie thinks Governor meant no insult. ER-3, p. 101","A.L.S. Richmond. No mention of Mount Vernon in Governor's message. Mr. Langfitt was a know-Nothing, not in legislature. Re: Ritchies, perhaps well Governor did not allude to Mount Vernon in speeches. Mr. Yaney collects $370. Asks if Association wants spyglass, now in Virginia Capitol Library, Association has paid for it; Mrs. Cabell wants spyglass for Maryland Institute. Mr. Yeadon thinks \"letter must be written by Southern Matron, who with Mrs. Ritchie are the magnets.\" - also Mrs. Le Vert. ER-16, p. 247","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Will forward Washington portraits with framed samples. Advises vigorous action needed to sell portraits in these hard times. Has requested Adams \u0026 Co. Express to send these packages of portraits gratuitously. ER-350","A.L.S. Boston. Encloses certified statement of funds collected and how invested. Advises no publicity be given this statement. ER-9, p. 149","A.L.S. House of Representatives, Columbia. Sorry Governor Wise annoys her. Mr. Petigru still out of town. Thinks Governor Wise right in requiring \"President to sign her real name.\" Comments on Governor Wise's ideas re: amendments, Charters, Constitution, and Bylaws. Thinks Governor Wise means no discourtesy to Southern Matron. ER-14, p. 192","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Suggests that the Washington Portraits may induce those who have already given to the Fund to give more. Removing speck of lint from surface of pictures. Cautions her to always send better editions of portraits flat, with a board top and bottom to protect them, except single copies, which can be rolled. Suggests printing on Portraits \"sold for the Benefit of the Mount Vernon Fund.\" They have changed number of pictures in last order somewhat. Cautions her to roll mounted styles of Portraits from the top. Adams Express Co. to carry this package free. Hopes they will do the same for subsequent packages. ER-D-49","A.L.S. Richmond. Private. Reports a meeting at Mrs. Ritchie's where legislators talked about Mount Vernon, the Bill and Virginia's inactivity. Everett's fund with certified statement received. Governor's and legislature's action probably favourable. Mistakes still in Secretary's report and trouble with publishers. ER-4, p. 88","Charleston. Writes on behalf of Southern Matron to urge her to vigorous action. Explains Devereux \u0026 Co.'s offer of portraits fund to add to Mount Vernon fund. ER-351","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington asks Ritchie if the Virginia General Assembly has taken or will take action regarding the take over of Mount Vernon. Ritchie's repy to this letter, dated 19 December, is written at the bottom and described separately (next entry title) RM-1030, MS-5661","Richmond. Letter written at the bottom of John Augustine Washington's letter to Ritchie dated December 16. The reply from Ritchie states no action has been taken regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon. RM-1030, MS-5661","A.L.S. Richmond. Expects APC to stay in Mrs. Pellet's school. Good report from Mrs. Fogg. Subscribers' names coming in from several points. Trying to turn Mr. Ritchie out of office for supporting  Governor Wise. ER-16, p. 246","A.L.S. Nashville. Regrets unsatisfactory newspaper reports. Wants $1700 contributions printed in Charleston papers with statement if will soon be $2000. Sent oration delivered in Hall of Representatives - wishes notice of oration placed in Charleston paper. ER-10, p. 167","A.L.S. Richmond. Hastens to send John Augustine Washington's letter and Mr. Ritchie's answer, with request she return them promptly. ER-3, p. 109","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased to hear Mount Vernon's encouraging prospects. Hopes nothing will be done to antagonize Governor for whom he has great regard. The vacancy on board for Everett's Mount Vernon fund is replaced by deceased's brother. Lists engagements in East including New York Opera House. ER-9, p. 151","A.L. Nashville, Pleased to hear Miss Cunningham is to be in Richmond to work with Legislature. Asks her to publish in Charleston papers list of amounts each State has raised. Each State representative should have list of amounts contributed. Tennessee has raised $2050. Asks how to handle this money. Received 300 copies of GW portrait for sale through dealer. Her public wants to know amount of purchase fund raised exactly. Sent her E. Everett's letters. ER-10, p. 163","Richmond. Refers Annie Frobisher to him.","Draft or copy. A.L. Central Committee formed in May 1855. ER-11, p.11","Draft. Letters between Mr. Ritchie and Mr. Washington to be published, and Mr. Washington to add his pledge over his name of his terms of sale. This will stimulate interest and remove any doubts of Mr. Washington's intentions. Encloses a copy of Washington's letter so he can see him in a different light. Difficulties in getting Mr. Washington to write letter for Governor Wise and Assembly. Defends Washington's actions - he is under pressures from other members of the family not to sell to Ladies. Believes Mount Vernon can be obtained in a year's time. ER-1, p. 63","Draft. Refers to publication in Virginia of Washington letter and correspondence between the Ritchies.","Copy telegraphic report. Reports contributions received from various places. ER-10, p. 145","A.L.S. Expresses gratitude for his help which redeems South Carolina's apathy. Suggests he receive all donations for state and publish donors' names in Courier. Offiers to furnish Courier with interesting information but allows no use of her real name. ER-1, p. 71","Telegram. Raised $200 in 2 days in Nashville.","A.L.S. Re: $205 and purchase of relics by Col. Gettings for the Association - spyglass and \"other\" sold together. ER-3, p. 107","A.L.S. Asks to be relieved of Vice Presidency of Association but wishes to continue as active worker. ER-3, p. 75","A.L.S. Re: future plans, vaguely stated, and communications for Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Ritchie ER-13, p. 206","A.L.S. Thanks her for notes and papers. Will try to have substantial offering for the 4th. Reports discouragements and successes. ER-14, p. 99","Extracts from letters, written in Ann Pamela Cunningham's hand. Undated.","A.L.S. with three notes re: Everett's lecture in Nashville, work with schools, Methodist General Council. ER-10, p. 143","Working hard for the cause. ER-10, p. 141","Discussion of George Washington portraits, for sale to benefit cause. ER-10, p. 151","Typed transcript, undated. Sorry to have missed seeing her. Will visit in a few days. RM-144 TYP-2405","Atheneum, Washington Square, Philadelphia. Impossibility of getting package (of portraits) to their destinations before last Christmas. Hopes to have these packages carried free by the Adams Express Co. Lists numbers of and types of portrait sent to Vice Regents. The \"Illuminated Character\" of Washington going through the Press. Arranging for remittances to be sent them.","A.L. draft. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of gift, Mythology of Ancients. ER-11, p. 19","Facsimile. Boston. Thanks her for the little volume and flattering personal allusions in it. Hears the Regent is in Richmond, hopes she and the Richmond ladies can bring about the desired effect. Will be in Richmond on Feb. 22 for grand ceremonial. Has many speaking engagements to repeat his \"Washington\" and also his speech on Charity. ER-494","A.L.S. Washington. Intelligencer and Union promise to publish APC's Appeal. Disapproves of Mr. Pryor. Fears loss of Bill. Antagonism to purchase price. Plans a benefit party. ER-14, p. 103","A.L.S Richmond. Encloses a letter from Mr. Everett: invitations for 22nd not yet out; Mount Vernon cause to be presented at Winchester Masonic Lodge; Gen. Chapman and Mr. Ward (legislator) Masonic committee to call on Regent; selling pictures; Dr. Dove will call on Regent; sends Regent a \"book.\" ER-3, p. 111","\"Ledger\" Office, New York. Returns $2 sent for subscription to \"Ledger\" for Miss Ann Pamela Cunningham. Will send her the \"Ledger\" free every week. ER-D-50","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts Miss Cunningham's position of \"Knight of Mount Vernon\" and stands ready to act in any exigency that may arise. ER-3, p. 115","Thanks her for everything. Sent names. Selling pictures. MS-5552, RM-970","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Hopes for Regent's safe arrival in Richmond. No objection to sale of music. Depression caused decrease in Independence Hall receipts. Devereux Co.'s plans for U.S. sales of pictures; illuminated \"Character of Washington\" and illuminated Farewell Address soon to be published. Edward Everett's lecture in New York and Philadelphia. ER-13, p. 94","A.L.S. 8 p. Writes to report decisions of Mount Vernon committee regarding contract, arrangements with The Virginia Legislature, celebration of Washington's Birthday, financial difficulties, terms of sale, and other topics. RM-523, ER-4236","A.L.S. 3 p. Specifies condition for sale of Mount Vernon in respect for the Tomb; states that the present Tomb must remain the final resting place, although he has no objection to proposed monument on the site to be erected by Virginia. RM-523, ER- 4237","A.L.S. 1 p. Mount Vernon. Requests that if the Committee of the Virginia Legislature formulate a proposal satisfactory to her, she will send him a copy before it is submitted to the House as a whole. RM-523, ER-4238","A.L.S. New York. Filled Academy of Music with 100 standing for Washington oration. 72 repetitions. Speaks at Philadelphia Academy of Music the 4th. Pleased with Richmond success. Thinks NY expenses were enormous, $300 - but profits must be great. ER-9, p. 153","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. If Committee decides to present a Bill to Virginia Legislature, asks for copy, he will immediately state what he thinks favorable or unfavorable, and a conference may adjust difficulties - will go to Richmond if needed. ER-9, p. 27","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sale of pictures in Independence Hall and Devereux relations to it. The Hall committee does not look with favor upon the boxes of Mount Vernon contributions and his trifles for sale. Glad to learn portraits are meeting \"with such patronage\" - hopes sale will reach $100,000 for $1 portraits. Now has $175. ER-13, p. 95","Facsimile. Boston. Accepts invitation of General Assembly to be present at elevation of statue of Washington on the 22nd of February. ER-495","Facsimile. Boston. Has accepted official invitation for the 22nd of February. He will stay at Mrs. Stanard's as he had promised her. He is uncertain about whether he is deliver oration on the 22nd when he is to be presented with the cane of Washington. ER-496","A.L.S. Washington. Planned a Ball for 22nd in St. Louis, reports slow progress. ER-14, p. 103","Wants to wait for big celebration on February 22nd until papers for sale of Mount Vernon are signed. Wishes APC all good things. MS-5550, RM-970","Not getting many contributions from her students at school.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Satisfied with General C.'s bill prohibiting future interments in or around vault. Does not approve Committee's recommendation for a \"magnificent mausoleum\" for GW and gives his reasons, has no objections to a cenotaph near Vault. Delay in going to Richmond by wife's illness, but can go now any day but February 22nd. to close contract. ER-9, p. 27","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Forwards 3 newspaper articles from the Richmond South, the first a criticism of the Association and John A. Washington, Ann Pamela Cunningham reply, signed Southern Matron, and the original writer's answer. RM-4298, ER-4298 (different numbers on folder)","A.L.S. Richmond. \"Bill\" may be published. Attacks on Southern Matron. J.A. Washington \"behaving nobly.\" Wants publicity in Savannah. Have fine speaker for Bill. Pictures selling by hundreds. Proceeds Mrs. Fogg's geography given MVLA. E. Everett and D.P. Brown in Philadelphia. GW cane presented to Everett and spyglass to W.L. Yancy (Alabama). ER-3, p. 117","A.L.S. Mobile. Plans a pageant for February 22. Appeal to Masons. Gives suggestions for other entertainments. ER-14, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston. Thanks her for copy of Bill, sorry the \"South\" is attacking it. Hopes to be in Richmond by 19th. Public Library duties necessitate his return to Boston from Philadelphia engagement before going to Richmond. ER-9, p. 155","A.L.S. fragment of letter. Re: Mr. Everett and his lecture; selling tickets; Mr. Yancy will not speak; guards at Mount Vernon paid $1 per day selling pictures. No carriages on Mount Vernon grounds the 22nd. ER-3, p. 113","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Sends $340.75 and account of state work. Complies with Regent's request that each state give an address on Feb. 22. Will try selling pictures later. ER-14, p. 75","Copy written by J.A. Washington III (one of a series copied on the same sheet of paper). Mount Vernon. Washington refers to Richmond South articles that claim he offered to sell Mount Vernon for $100,000 to General Scott for U.S. Asylum for disabled soldiers. Asks if Mr. McKenzie knows that he ever offered Mount Vernon for sale, by whose authority, and to please submit copies of letters, if any, relating such an offer. ER-9, p. 39","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Resolutions, pledging aid in the purchase of Mount Vernon, by assessing each brother, with single condition they may occupy the premises one each year - about 350,000 members. ER-3, p.119","A.L.S. 6 p. enclosure A.D. 1 p. Recounts his dealings with Commissioners of the Military Asylum, asserts his indifference to derogatory newspaper reports. Encloses statement of conditions of sale to Association. RM-524, ER-4299","Facsimile. Philadelphia. Matter of his oration cleared up. The 23rd will be satisfactory for his oration. Believes presentation should be after the oration. ER-497 a-b","Facsimile. Philadelphia. Unable to make appointment now for an oration at the University of Virginia. Will do so when he can. ER-520","Plattsburgh. Sends $57.10. Has had to contend with much opposition to the Association. $30 she sent was contributed by Masonic Lodge. ER-12","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received articles from Richmond South, thanks her for her defense of him. Encloses copies of all correspondence between him and Commissioners for Military Asylum 1851, describes his one meeting with Commissioner, declares he has had but one price for Mount Vernon , $200,000 since it came into his possession in 1849. Press attacks unfair. Explains Lewis McKenzie's and others' attitude toward sale. In 1852 he promptly refused Mr. Corcoran's offer of $100,000 - wished to present it to U.S. Bill proposed for Virginia legislature 1853-1854, offering $190,000. J.A.W. has asked General Scott for a statement of price quoted to him in 1851, will forward on receipt of it. Copy of this letter ER-9-35 in following folder. RM-523,ER-4280","Handwritten copy of previous letter. ER-9-35","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re: a contract to sell 200 acres and how it was cancelled. Was never offered for $300,000. Washington has never offered Mount Vernon for sale to any public or private body, but when asked if he would sell, has stated his price $200,000 and terms. ER-9, p. 33","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Says she has not acknowledged his last two letters. Asks how she is. Advises she and John Augustine Washington III have patience and Everett will purchase Mount Vernon; all pleased with his lecture, 3000 there. Not half who wanted to attend could get tickets. Thinks he will repeat it. ER-13, p. 96","A.L.S. Reports oration given in New England. NY Academy of Music gross receipts were $1800; due to low price of tickets and exorbitant rent, advertising, etc. proceeds only $1100. Philadelphia engagement not well handled, so on request, will repeat it a third time there. NY Central Stock is now back to purchase price. Photostat of letter also included. ER-9, p. 157, photostat ER-522","Telegram. Nashville. \"Francis D. Fogg, Counsellor at Law, advises you to pay at once every dollar you can collect.\" ER-10, p. 169","Telegram. Nashville. \"Tennessee Funds in bank two thousand six hundred dollars, $2,600.\" ER-10, p. 173","A.L.S. Washington, written in her absence by D.L. Yulee. Acknowledges letter and sends ex-Governor Broome's address. ER-4, p. 199","Facsimile. Boston. Speaking arrangements in Richmond. Refers to Mr. Pryor's articles. Leaves Monday for South, to reach Richmond by the 20th. Speaking is very exhausting to him. Will deliver his \"charity\" address for any charitable object. ER-498","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Reported to Mrs. Pellet fully on work in Mississippi. Addresses will be given Feb. 22 for benefit of fund. Needs more literature. ER-14, p. 75","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses copies of Mr. Washington's letters to General Scott and Mr. McKenzie and their replies. Mr. Washington's differs from Mr. McKenzie's memory of offer for Mount Vernon. General Scott's recollection is in accord with J.A.W.'s. ER-9, p.37","Typescript copy. Augusta. Wants to be of service but must put efforts toward paying for his father's monument. Apologies. RM-144, TYP 2407","Deposited funds. Gives advice. MS-5549, RM-970","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Fall from horse has kept him at home. Plans to be in Alexandria and will look for her friend Mr. Dawson. Has had no communication with members of Virginia legislature, does not know their views, but thinks if Association can persuade legislators that they \"need name of State\" only and not funds, difficulties will be overcome. ER-9, p. 41","Telegram. Philadelphia. \"Your request shall be complied with.\" ER-9, p. 158","A.L.S. Nashville. Has packed 3 boxes of articles to send to Augusta, GA Fair; Mrs. Eve hopes to realize $1000 from sale for Mount Vernon. Reports a soiree planned, attempts to reach schools. Masonic lodges. Has sent out 200 circulars. ER-10, p. 171","A.L.S. Mobile, AL. Sends check. Masons give $670. Gives \"first dollar\" ($100) she receives from her \"Souvenirs of Travel.\" Sold 190 pictures. ER-14, p. 33","Discussion of funds transfers.","A.L.S. 2 p. Requests that he visit briefly to meet with her and Mr. Yancey and Mr. Everett. RM-523, ER-4239","A.L.S. 2 p. Sends him a portrait of George Washington and requests to come the next day to meet with her and Mr. Yancey. RM-523, ER-4240","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mayor Vaux will send his check later. Sends $150 from subscribers. Reports on shipment of portraits for sale by Devereux Co., says they are prompt and reliable - have 15 or 16000 of the 2500 editions ready. ER-13, p. 97","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thanks her for courtesies extended him while in Richmond. Asks what changes Mr. Yancey suggests. Want Bill dealt with even if unfavorably at this session, and suggests they begin to plan further now in case of its defeat. ER-9, p. 43","Richmond. Urges her not to resign as Vice President of Mount Vernon Association because of illness. She should appoint some one to aid her in her duties, as Mrs. Fogg, Mrs. MacWillie and Madam Le Vert are doing - assures her the Association will succeed whatever is the action of the Virginia legislature. Asks her to send in any funds by the 20th","A.L.S. 4 p. States that the Mount Vernon Bill in the Virginia Legislature will come up on March 3 and will be defeated. She desires to have a record of their transactions made public shortly after this and urges him to prepare a letter stating that as neither the United States nor Virginia will act to save Mount Vernon, he will sell to the Association. RM-523, ER-4241","A.L.S. Washington. Regrets he did not see her again before leaving. Everett had all Mount Vernon securities he has accumulated sent to Richmond. Since Miss Cunningham advised not transferring them, they were sealed and left with Mr. Macfarland - to be transferred to her at any time. Will keep cash funds in his own bank at 6% interest but payable to her with one day's notice. Plans for Richmond proceeds. Leaves in half hour for Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 159","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Informs him that an act of incorporation will be sought, in case The Mt. Vernon Bill is defeated in the Legislature. Date noted in J.A. Washington's hand. RM-523, ER-4242","A.L.S. Washington. He urges that no matter how great the provocation, no offense be given the legislators. Passed night with Mr. Washington at Mount Vernon and discussed terms of purchase - objection to reservation of Tomb and demand for interest. If he adjusts the purchase could be made at once. Plans of woeful dilapidation. Repairs will be $15-20,000. New York Central Bonds are 11 cents over price paid. Governor of Pennsylvania and other administrators invite him to repeat oration on Mar 13. Also, one photostat, ER-499 of letter book copy and typescript of part of letter. ER-9, p. 161","A.L.S. Richmond. Re: Virginia's refusal to buy tomb of GW. (note back of letter \"written by D. Burroughs in behalf of Miss C. when she was too ill to write herself but not used on her recovery.\") ER-3, p. 121","A.L. Copy. Encloses an itemized list of checks and coupons, $5093, for Mount Vernon fund. Memo for $5125, p. 18. ER-11, p. 15","A.L.S. 6 p. Richmond. Suggestions for negotiations on forms of the contract and handling of public announcement. RM-523, ER-4243","A.L.S. Shelbyville, TN. Delayed in starting Mount Vernon agency because of financial depression. Now has it started, gave supper, proceeds about $210. ER-10, p. 177","A.L.S. Nashville. Plans to organize every county in Tennessee not already contributing. Reports work of schools, Masonic lodges, and has appointed 10 new agents. ER-10, p. 179","A.L.S. Washington? Mr. Booth's matinee for Mount Vernon - reference to another benefit. ER-3, p. 122","A.L.S. Discusses the family vault, the most important matter in Mount Vernon purchase terms. The problems involved in selling to the state or to an individual. Alterations in the vault contemplated and ways of securing permanent preservation. Terms of payment, cash and securities offered, amount and time of payments. Mr. Yancey and Miss Cunningham suggest initial payment of 70 or 80 thousand dollars and the rest in one to three years. Important to have conditions exactly recorded and such that Association can meet its obligations. Contributions up to $5000 may be paid as received to lessen Association's interest on payments due. Suggests creating an act of incorporation before signing the contract. Asks for her ideas of a contract for the procedure of sale so as to avoid misunderstandings when the final document is drawn. ER-9, p. 45","A.L.S. Brown's Hotel. Asks where Mr. Everett is, cannot understand his delay in giving oration there. With Mr. Dawson, she thinks failure of Bill will do Association good. ER-14, p. 103","A.L. Nashville. Rejoices $28,000 has been paid since February 22. Reports further work with schools, Masonic lodges, Grand Ball for Mount Vernon fund at Memphis. (part of letter missing) ER-10, p. 181","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on success of Mount Vernon efforts. Advises her to husband her strength. ER-13, p. 98","Looking forward to the cause being throughout the land - not just in the South. Regents appointed in northern states, too. ER-13","A.L.S. Leesburg, VA. Fears Leesburg too small a city to have Everett's lecture and secure the audience he might expect. Will do their best, thinks a good many pictures could be sold and Mr. Lynch will use his best efforts. ER-3, p. 70","A.L.S. Charleston. As Knight of Mount Vernon, has inaugurated Masonic movement with signal success; give Lodges and amounts each gave. Odd Fellows have started subscriptions. Everett Yancey at head of Knight movement. Next to APC, Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Le Vert \"will occupy most prominent niches.\" Called on Mr. Petigen (Petigru?) who advises obtaining charter from Virginia at once with power to purchase Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 193","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives her letter on defeat of Bill in Virginia Legislature for purchase of Mount Vernon and renewal of Association's offer to purchase Estate. Experience of last 7 years convinces J.A. Washington that neither US nor Virginia wishes to purchase Mount Vernon. He is now willing to consider his 3rd choice for guardianship of estate and asks Association for terms of their offer. ER-9, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington. Repeats oration in Wilmington, Trenton, and Harrisburg. Compares the returns to those on his Charity lecture where tickets are $1.50 instead of .50 Will start on southern trip, 6 places in Virginia, through North Carolina to Charleston. Hopes bill does not pass. Country will prefer ownership by MV Ladies. Suggests contract can be made before Charter is granted, can hold money in trust. Urges her to take best legal advice. J.A. Washington \"wholly the gentleman in feeling and principle... but keen.\" If large payment expected, should waive interest. Wishes to put Tomb in repair before it is turned over. Can rely on Mssrs. Macfarland and Petigen, Richmond. Gives his plans for turning over cash and investment funds. Is considering another discourse which will bear repetition widely. ER-9, p. 163","A.L.S. 4 p. Philadelphia. Informs him that first installment of $57,000 will be ready as specified in contract. Requests discretion to keep matter out of news until official announcement is made. Includes plans for future transactions. RM-523, ER-4244","A.L.S. Wilmington. Collections small. Expects Everett. Dr. Hawks lectures in state. Sales of pictures bring $50. ER-14, p. 113","Charleston. Encloses resolutions from Freemasons. Support will be from masons throughout union.","A.L.S. John A. Washington gives him Constitution of MVLA; notes of heads for a contract of sale of property, which he will throw into form for Regent to submit to Mr. Macfarland. ER-3, p. 125","A.L.S. Mobile, AL. Sends check for $1000, sent $1010 on February 18. Men gave money, women gave no aid. ER-14, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston.\"Dearest daughter.\" Is detained at home by severe illness of his wife. Did not mean to be discouraging about purchase contract. Hoped to scale down all possible on \"exorbitant price,\" but whatever her decision, his fund is payable to her on one day's notice unreservedly. Suggests \"President\" and \"Vice-Presidents\" rather than titles \"Regent\" and \"Vice Regents\" - also compares two possible candidates in St. Louis. ER-9, p. 165","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Her personal physician congratulates and admonishes her. ER-3, p. 127","A.L.S. Savannah. Sends him orations to sell for Mount Vernon, fears his county cannot contribute much. He will write out and deliver this summer in Kentucky a series of 4 lectures. ER-10, p. 96","Richmond. Washington wants to insert questionable clauses into contract with Ladies. RM-523, ER-4281","A.L.S. 4 p. Plans to lecture in the South. Has heard that \"Pamela had closed the bargain with Mr. Washington.\" Mentions his wife's ill health. RM-600, ER-4489","Concerned about losing Association's money already paid in event of being unable to raise full $200,000 or Washington's death. RM-523, ER-4245","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Ritchie revealed to him APC's identity. Receives copy of Mount Vernon Bill; reports glorious victory in Virginia and Mrs. Ritchie's part in it; mistake of forming Central Committee, how J. Gilmer's activities developed; J.A. Washington's refusal to sell Mount Vernon to Association. O.W. Langfitt and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie secure Charter; Judge Bernien, GA, gives counsel; importance of best legal advice for Association. ER-11, p. 5","A.L.S. 1 p. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Cover and photostat of cover. Date and writer noted on cover in John Augustine Washington's hand. Vice Regents are ready to transact business regarding the contract. RM-523, ER-4245 (says ER-4247 on folder)","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Asks for definite information re: purchase of Mount Vernon, terms, amount raised by Mr. Everett. Will appeal to Masons in Williamsburg. ER-3, p. 129.","Wants her to head fundraising in Louisiana. ER-353","A.L.S. Savannah. Started on southern trip, goes back to Charleston. If there is not $9000 in cash on hand, will try to raise rest soon. Tickets here sold at $2 each. Asks if she wishes NY Central stock converted into cash. Would like to comply with her request for an article but has his time filled and knows she can do it well. Note on same page says he will call on her at 12 o'clock - no plans given. ER-9, p. 167","A.L.S. 4 p. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Richmond. Informs him that Mr. Everett is moving ahead with transfer of funds for settlement; other financial matters. RM-523, ER-4247","Richmond. Frobisher engaged to be married. MVLA affairs in which Ritchie hopes Massachusetts will help. April 6, 1858 MVLA purchase of Mount Vernon was signed and sealed. Sends Frobisher copy of MVLA charter and constitution. Regent presides over MVLA each state allowed one Vice Regent who is MVLA Board of Managers. Mrs. Greenough is VR of Massachusetts. Mrs. Ritchie to be VR of Virginia. Soon hope to take possession of Mount Vernon. Now still raising purchase money. Asks Frobisher to make her friends aware of this and assist in raising funds, to get friends to make voluntary offerings to MVLA. Masons have pledged large sum towards purchase. A-280","A.L.S. Boston. At request of Everett sends $9193.81 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-9, p. 169","Telegram. Charleston. \"$9000 were remitted to you from Boston yesterday.\" ER-9, p. 168","A.L.S. Belle Ville near Wilmington. Has $122.60 on hand for Association. Now controversy re: sale of Mount Vernon is over, hopes to collect more funds. ER-11, p. 16","A.L.S. Richmond. Accepts appointment as Vice Regent of Massachusetts. ER-12, p. 1","Discusses payment to account.","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Financial questions regarding sale. RM-524, ER-4302","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Receives \"Act of Incorporation of Mount Vernon\" Constitution, Credentials. Empowers Mrs. Ritchie to act as her proxy in accepting Constitution and \"amended Act of incorporation.\" Net agents in Louisiana. Have raised between one and two thousand dollars. Send Washington pictures to be sold. ER-14, p. 75","A.L.S. 4 p. Reply to his letter of the 17th, detailing payments owed him by the Association. RM-524, ER-4303 (folder says 4283)","A.L.S. Asks about her health. Speaks of the revival in religious interests. ER-13, p. 99","A.L.S. signed by George C. Whiting. Washington, D.C. Grand Master of DC Lodge will present question of raising funds to his chapter and asks for copy of MVLA constitution. ER-3, p. 131","A.L. Richmond. Congratulations on Regent's Appeal. Has two prospects in Arkansas and asks for instructions. Interest of children growing. ER-3, p. 124","Philadelphia. Thinks Washington's terms of sale not good. He keeps Mount Vernon while Association must pay him until full amount is paid.","Glad she accepted Vice Regent for Louisiana. ER-354","A.L.S. Washington. Has Miss Christie's letter with check for $2454.75 proceeds from Charleston and Augusta, the other check for $315 he returns, not from his lectures but from Mr. Yeadon and should be so credited. If the $1002 from Charleston is not needed, Mr. Macfarland can return it to his fund. All of fund is always at her command. Hopes to go to Virginia in May. Says \"Christie\" must get a book and keep a copy of official letters. ER-9, p. 169","A.L.S. Washington. Gives list and dates of engagements, Lexington, University of Virginia, Norfolk, Brandon, but will go to Mount Vernon if he can be of help. ER-9, p.171","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Will have APC's article published at once. Pictures for sale to be sent to Jackson. ER-14, p. 77","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives her letter enclosing plot of 200 acres surveyed years ago by Johnston. Will have a re-survey made, corner stones set and sent her a copy. Asks for copy of her letter as published, signed. ER-9, p. 49","Philadelphia. Sends circular of impending publication of Washington's Farewell Address. Intend sending circular advertising portrait to gentlemen and ladies around the country and to newspapers to try to boost lagging sales. Adams \u0026 Co. agrees to carry small parcels, including rolls of pictures, free, and a reduced rate for large bundles. [This letter written on a circular advertising Washington's Farewell Address.] ER-D-1","Copy \"made and given by Miss Jane A. Riggs, Vice Regent for District of Columbia, May 13, 1913\". Written on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Requests Mr. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","Later handwritten copy. Asking George W. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","A.L.S. 4 p. Richmond, on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Instruction for surveying the two hundred acres and a visit and inspection of the grounds. Questions about insurance premiums and taxes due. RM-523, ER-4248","Accepts the position of Treasurer for the MVLA. Wishes to help them as best he can.","A.L.S. Richmond. Recounts interest in Restoration of Mount Vernon including Tomb; formation of the MVLA; problems of purchase. Asks her to become Vice Regent for Maine. ER-19, p. 7","A.L.S. Washington. Receives Amendments, Bills, letter from Judge Loring asking about organization of Mount Vernon workers and excluding abolitionists. Professor Rogers, Glasgow, thinks Regent's appeal to her English \"sisters\" would bring funds. Washington apathetic to Mount Vernon cause. Sent subscription lists to Mr. Huntington, also to Mrs. Otis, who would be a good secretary. ER-12, p. 5","Advisable for treasurer to be in D.C. National ground and therefore less jealousy between the states. Regent, at advice of Mr. Everett, selected Mr. Riggs as treasurer. Requests all Vice Regents to send in an accurate account of all money collected and by whom.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks for accurate description of Mount Vernon, especially tomb of GW; is preparing Address for July 4th, at Academy of Music. Regent's graceful apologies for J.A.W. do not pardon him. ER-3, p. 135","A.L.S. Washington. Sends vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer. Sends message to Mr. R. Peale. Has portrait of GW copied from Stuart's unfinished head. (forgotten it was from Peale's portrait). ER-12, p. 7","A.L.S. New York. Acceptance of appointment of Vice Regent for New York. J.B. Ruggles will aid her in preparing organization plan for NY. ER-12, p. 167","A.L.S. New York. Acknowledges letters re: Mount Vernon and has sent replies mainly to Mrs. Ritchie because of Miss Cunningham's illness. Commends appointment of Miss Hamilton, as pleasing the people, also Rigg's appointment. Sends his letter to Mrs. Little of Maine and commends her fitness for Vice Regent of Maine. Typed transcript with letter. ER-10, p. 57","A.L.S. Wilmington. Approves choice of George W. Riggs as treasurer. Dr. Hawks to lecture for Association. Will send plants when Association takes possession. Sends account of funds. Now on deposit in Mount Vernon fund, $418.93. ER-14, p. 113","A.L.S. Will assist Mrs. Morse in any way she can with the preservation of Mount Vernon. ER-355","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Believes she has true patriotism, but Mr. Washington does not. Contemplates who should be Vice Regent for Pennsylvania. Wants to deliver an address on the tomb of Washington. ER-3-133","A.L.S. \"My dearest little Pam\" - discusses his domestic duties in helping prepare his daughter's family to go abroad. Believes there will be some reluctance in New York to the changes in the MVLA Constitution. ER-9, p. 137","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Suggests a plan for systematically organizing work in each state, England and France. An aged man, prefers to be anonymous. ER-13, p. 101","A.L.S. Richmond. Difficulties over termination of Central Committee and appointment of Mrs. Ritchie, northern born, to Virginia Vice Regency. ER-3, p. 137","A.L.S. New York. Re: organization of movement in states under Vice Regents. Outlines plan New York state has developed. ER-10, p. 55","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks for reply to his suggestion of a Washington monument. ER-3, p. 139","ER-356","A.L.S. written by Christie Johnson on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Draft. Re: his proposal to deliver oration on Tomb, will send information. Richmond benefit excursion to be soon. Mr. Washington refuses to allow monument to be erected over Tomb. ER-11, p. 22","A.L.S. Staunton, Virginia. Asks for proper form for casting vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer. Has asked Judge Loring's ideas for state organization. Unable to attend Council. ER-12, p. 9","A.L.S. Jackson, Mississippi. Approves Mr. Riggs' appointment as treasurer. Reports on agents in counties and funds collected; total $2297.47. Replies re: editors in State. ER-14, p. 77","A.L.S. New York. Re: organization of New York - devoted to securing Mount Vernon; subscription to be entirely from women; prefer to call \"ladies\" in North \"women\"; does not ask any other state to adopt NY plan, only asks Miss Cunningham's approval and they will set to work. Vice Regent Hamilton will attend meeting if possible the 29th. ER-10, p. 57","A.L.S. Boston. \"Private.\" Explains why he could not go to Richmond - various affairs calling him back to Boston, more than 100 letters accumulated in his absence. But for pressing duties, he would attend the \"pic-Nic\" at Mount Vernon on the 29th. Had fine time at Brandon. Mrs. Ritchie is a great favorite there. ER-9, p. 175","A.L.S. Boston. Re: \"State Organization\" problems. States both sides and likens Constitution and organization under it to that of U.S. Cites New York problem and wisdom and tact of Mrs. Hamilton (later Vice Regent). Agrees in her idea that D.P. Brown's (Philadelphia) idea will cause both work and expense. Will sketch a report for Mrs. Pellet as soon as time allows. Has $6502 to send whenever she wishes it. ER-9, p. 177","A.L.S. Richmond. Unable to meet Miss Hamilton and Mr. Ruggles at Mount Vernon, but invites them to Richmond. ER-1, p. 109","A.L.S. In regards to a survey of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Includes letter received and draft copy by John Augustine Washington. Mount Vernon. Expects a competent surveyor and Mr. Thornburn presently, and will then have everything ready for Association's official inspection. Mansion insurance $5000 Baltimore Co. and $5000 in Hartford Co. Questions of payments and renewal settled at conference. Relates a story Mrs. Alexander (aunt) told of GW's devotion to Miss Dalton (Miss C's great aunt). ER-4249, RM-523 and ER-9, p. 51","A.L.S. and draft. Richmond. His appointment as Treasurer required consent of the Grand Council, but all approved and he is now officially appointed as Treasurer of the MVLA.","A.L. written for Brown, signed J.R.H. \"The above is a list os gentlemen, which should desire their appointment from you for the approaching ceremony, and they should be written to...\" List of men for the Committee on Arrangements. ER-11, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. In a secretary's hand, letter to Cunningham through Christie Johnson. Re: his oration; qualification for membership in Association, desires every American to contribute his \"mite\"; argues at length for plan he suggested. ER-3, p. 141","Atheneum, Philadelphia. They have refrained from sending out their publication of the Circular, as she wishes. Has arranged with Mr. Godey, publisher of Ladies Book, to invite contributions to the Association and publish in his magazine the names of those buying Portraits and contributing through him. Suggests that a Southern publication should do the same. Hopes she will sanction their advertising and distributing the Circular. Feels this would be better than agency system because dependable, conscientious people who would do the work are hard to find. Suggests sending circulars to all those on subscription lists in \"Godey's\" and other publications to keep alive their interest. They have decided to reserve popular edition of the portrait for themselves, the $1 and 50 cent styles for her exclusive control. ER-D-17","Philadelphia. E.S. Sanford, General Superintendent Adams Express Company. On company letterhead. Unexpected journey prevented his carrying out proposed arrangement for Mount Vernon Association. ER-D-7","A.L.S. Rockbridge Alum Springs. Agrees with Regent, purchase should be without foreign aid. Appeal to Army and Navy. Will send replies to Judge Loring. Encloses her vote for George W. Riggs as Treasurer, p. 9. ER-12, p. 11","A.L.S. Washington. City papers will insert Mount Vernon notices from time to time if they don't take up too much room. Does not recommend application to Secretaries of War and Navy for aid, out to Colonels of regiments and commanders of ships. ER-21, p. 3","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. States her views re: Mount Vernon, a national institution, democratic, free from politics. ER-12, p. 167","A.L.S. Rockbridge, Alum Springs. Rains prevent her answering summons to Alexandria. Sent Judge Loring's opinions. Plans for the Judge and G.W. Riggs to meet. ER-12, p. 13","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulations on Association success. Keeps Mount Vernon project before Godey's Lady's Book readers, Mr. Godey has $40 in subscriptions. August number carries Appeal. Pennsylvania inactive - Masonic fraternity may aid. ER-3, p. 143","A.L.S. Mobile, Alabama. Received 250 pictures of Washington from Devereux \u0026 Co. to be sold for $1. Regrets she was not at Mount Vernon the 29th. ER-14, p. 35","Regarding her appointment as assistant in her parish to help collect subscriptions.","Sending  check on behalf of his wife.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets the Regent does not agree with his ideas of the Committee and presentation of his lecture. ER-3, p. 145","A.L.S. Boston. Has not discussed local boards with Mssrs. Ruggles and Macfarland, gives his own views. Wise to adopt counsels of Miss Hamilton (N.Y.) and Mr. Ruggles. He returns a receipt for $2269.40 and asks that a receipt for $2700 be sent which will include later returns on Richmond oration. Asks for receipt for $9193.81 Mr. Peabody sent her from Boston. Will send draft for GW oration in Philadelphia. Has not given oration recently - \"needed repose\" and to be at home. ER-9, p.179","A.L.S. Boston. Thanks her for the daguerrotype of herself she sent him. Has been resting from public lecture though occupied by other duties. Has had many invitations to speak, but finds a great difference between the \"65th and the 35th year of his life\". ER-9, p. 181","Discusses purchase of bond and publication of names of donors.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Talked with Mr. Devereux about portraits for sale. He attempts to reach postmasters. Since his limited funds did not permit his selling portraits at Independence Hall, offers other cooperative suggestions for his services to Mount Vernon. Now Mr. Godey has cooperated and helped overcome the public's suspicions. ER-13, p. 103","A.L. Richmond. Written and signed by Christie Johnson on behalf of Regent. Gives plan for publishing subscriber's names. Requests Treasurer to influence more Congressmen to contribute. Mayors of cities to be addressed. ER-1, p. 105","Subscription list for the month. ER-360","A.L.S. New York. Re: plan of organization in N.Y. Has heard of progress in other states through Mrs. Pellet. ER-12, p. 169","Washington. Miss Cunningham's illness. Will pay Mr. Washington $5000 as soons as funds are accumulated. Protests that a bond for $50,000 as Treasurer is much too high. Received $1005.75 from M.S. Morse. ER-21","Will do whatever she can for the cause.","A.L.S. 4 p. Richmond.Asks his instructions for depositing $12000 with Mr. Riggs, requests information about their common ancestry in the Dalton and Herbert families and relates that Mr. Everett has insisted that she sign an appeal with her real name, not \"my assumed name de plume\" probably the Southern Matron. ER-4250, RM-523","Photostat. Philadelphia. Probably written in the hand of Christie Johnson, signed by Cunningham. Thanks him for his help.","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Returns letters she sent, Miss Hamilton to Mr. Ruggles and Mrs. Le Vert's. Sends draft of $6600 which she will endorse and send Mr. Riggs for payment to Mr.  Washington. Comments on some investments of Mount Vernon fund he has raised. Cannot consent to Mrs. Le Vert's proposal publication with biographical part on Everett. Any ostentation at this time will bring trouble - and no reason for selecting him out of the many who have given generously. Refers to GW's early love affairs. ER-9, p.183","A.L.S. Boston. Sends two drafts, $1300 and $5300, balance of uninvested funds from his oration plus interest on investments. Asks her to date receipt on day she signs them. ER-9, p. 185","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts appointment as member of committee of arrangements for D.P. Brown's lecture July 4th, for MVLA. ER-13, p. 104","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Is unable to assist at the Mount Vernon benefit lecture by D.P. Brown on July 4th. ER-13, p. 105","A.L.S. Boston. Has received her letter, copy of Miss Hamilton's sensible letter enclosed and Regent's receipt. Corrects their accounting and asks for a corrected receipt to replace one returned. ER-9, p. 187","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Honored by being asked to serve on the Committee for the Mount Vernon benefit lecture by D.P. Brown, July 4th, he asks that his name be used, although he is forced to be out of the city on that day, but offers his hearty cooperation. ER-13, p. 105","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Washington won't take payments on account - this will place larger sum than $5000 in his (Riggs) hands. He will give bond for the amount, with Mr. Corcoran as security. Bank won't allow interest on current deposits. He can invest money as received in safe investments. ER-21, p. 9","A.L.S. Letter received and pencil draft. Written in the hand of her secretary, signed by Cunningham. Discusses payment to Mr. Washington.","A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Financial matters. ER-4306, RM-524","A.L.S. Staunton. Sends change of address, gives substance of a letter from Judge Loring (p. 15) and list of newspaper editors. ER-12, p. 14","A.L.S. Philadelphia. From the Rector of Trinity Church. Expresses admiration for MVLA, accepts invitation to act on Committee of Arrangements for anniversary, and asks for instructions. ER-10, p. 59","A.L.S. Boston. Returns drafts which lack Regent's signature. Corrects statements and accounts rendered on Charleston and Augusta orations and Selma contribution. Also statement re: Mr. Wilcox's contribution… \"the most scrupulous accuracy is requisite.\" Sorry Christie Johnson is sick.  ER-9, p. 189","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Harris Sproat, Secretary of the Society of the Cincinnati. Society will do all possible to forward views of Mount Vernon Association in accordance with Regent's letter of June 9. ER-13, p. 108","Draft. Written at the request of her sister, Mary Morris Hamilton, concerning the MVLA and her appointment as Vice Regent.","A.L.S. Mobile, Alabama. Asked Mr. Yancey to give her list of money he collected in state. Lists contributors and amounts given as she knows them. ER-14. p. 37","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Paid Devereux \u0026 Co. $60 for Mount Vernon fund. Encloses a fine letter form Buffalo - thinks a great field in New York state is opened up. ER-13, p. 111","A.L.S. Washington. Gives her his bond as Treasurer, for $50,000 with Mr. Corcoran as security. ER-21, p. 11","A.L.S. Richmond. Cites Constitution, Art. 8, re: appointment of Lady Managers. Regent will leave these appointments to Vice Regents in each state. Entrusts NY State organization entirely to Miss Hamilton. ER-11, p. 23","Thanks her for help in N.Y. and encloses circular detailing how to send contributions and names of donors.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Signed Hor. Binney. Declines, for various reasons, to act on Committee for Arrangements for D.P. Brown's benefit lecture for Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 107","Passes along Mrs.  Thompson's name - can help in Buffalo.","A.L.S. Refers to apparent mix-up in appointment in parishes.","A.L.S. New York. Approves the freedom given each State to organize as it thinks best. Sends copy of a Circular to be used in N.Y. State in organizing Standing and Advisory Committees. ER-10, p. 60","Philadelphia. People in and around Philadelphia are in bad financial situations. Postpone meeting there.","Nashville. As Treasurer for Mrs. Fogg, sends $200 check on her behalf. of Mary Rutledge Fogg.","Offers suggestions from APC on organizing in New York.","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie, New York. Mary Morris Hamilton may use his name on Advisory Board. Mrs. Lossing will serve as a Lady Manager. Will plan publication of Appeal and other publicity. ER-12, p. 210","Encloses list of donors in Monroe, LA.","A.L.S. Lockport. Accepts offer to serve on Standing Committee in New York State. ER-14, p. 39","A.L.S. Independence Hall, Philadelphia. Confidential. He and Mr. Devereux unable to publish \"Mount Vernon Book of Names.\" Mr. D. has developed a plan for Mount Vernon Record and they submit sample copy; 5000 copies in 1st issue, large portion for newspapers, rest for Association. Newspapers unwilling to give much space for names, etc. or their charges are prohibitive. Mr. D. will submit plan in detail. ER-13, p. 115","Written on behalf of her sister, Mary Morris Hamilton, about appointment of the New York Board. Incomplete. ER-12, p. 171","Letter copied by Louisa Schuyler, Mary Morris Hamilton's niece. Dobb's Ferry, Westchester Co.  Re: NY plan, appointing Board, Buffalo's efficient mgr. Appeal to Mayors not adapted to this region. Mary Morris Hamilton's meeting with fine response, Gov. King cooperates and Pres. When Advisory Committee is complete will issue an Appeal, practical, matter of fact in character. Incomplete letter by Eliza Schuyler in previous folder. ER-12, p. 171","Encloses $50 of contributions.","Copied extract from letter - advice on organization.","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Newspapers all want to be paid for inserting lists of subscribers--deplores lack of patriotism--proposes having their own publication, \"Mount Vernon Records,\" a sheet devoted to memory of Washington and listing subscribers--to be sent to all newspapers throughout the country--believes prosect of seeing their name in print will make some people give to fund who otherwise would not--hopes to secure Mt. Vernon by 1859, the 100th anniversary of marriage of George and Martha Washington--Mr. Godey's support in his magazine will have great influence--invites her ideas on what to include in pages of the Record--first number will be printed in 5000 copies, most to go out to newspapers, especially in N.Y., Pa., and N. England--Mr. Watson to aid them in publishing Record from Independence Hall--did not plan on charging for the paper, but Post Office regulations necessitate their charging to be carried free through the mails--they must assume expense if there are no subscribers--have obtained concessions of Howard's Express and Kensley's Express to carry packages. ER-D-19","A.L.S. Buffalo. Acknowledges receipt of Appeal for purchase of Mount Vernon sent to Mrs. Fillmore during her illness; consents to use of her name. ER-12, p. 174","A.L.S. Upton Park. Reads notice in NY Evening Express of Miss M's appointment and asks for appoint of manager in Oswego County, given her \"genealogical\" and other qualifications. ER-12, p. 173","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Calls on Harper Bros. and will try to have an illus. article in Harper's Weekly.  Lossing visited MV in July 1854, describes careful drawings of Mansion including some of outbuildings and stables \"which stand as Washington left them\"; also drawing of Vaughan mantel.  Reports Harper's favorable to MV plan.  Describes Mrs. Lossing's plan to organize children's campaign for funds. p. 210","A.L.S. New York. Has Gov. Hunt's list and will make out committee after seeing Miss H. Has lease of room in Cooper Institute at $13 per mo., $18 per mo. if held another year.  Has also arranged for subscription books.  Washington Irving allows his names placed on committee. ER-12, p. 175","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent is much pleased with Mrs. Long's work.  Regent's preference would be for Mrs. Long to be Vice Regent for Florida but mutual friends suggest either Senator Yulee's wife or Mrs. Murat.  If Mrs. Long thinks Mrs. Yulee best choice, asks for prompt answer and Regent will forward credentials to Mrs. Yulee; the public announcement of Mrs. Yulee as Vice Regent will be made in Fla. through Mrs. Long.  Any changes in permanent state organization will be left to new VR.  Asks Mrs. Long to ask Mrs. Murat to forward her report promptly. ER-4, p. 139, 149","A.L.S. Cambridge. Her circular delayed.  Saw E. Everett.  Mr. Choate has not replied.  Provisions for money collected in Mass. in relation to Everett fund.  Thanks Regent for many copies of her letters sent which aid in organizing. ER-12, p. 17","A.L.S. New York. Accepts appointment enthusiastically and presents some plans for immediate participation in raising funds. ER-12, p. 177","Copy of letter. As part of history of MVLA activities in Maine, Mrs. Sweat copies this lengthy letter, giving an account of Miss Cunningham, information on how other states have organized, suggestions for Maine, present status of purchase fund, etc. ER-19, p. 19-26","Typed extract from letter, concerns donation from Mrs. Sigourney who would also like to plant a tree or shrubbery at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Washington. Has received $200 from Mrs. Francis B. Fogg, VR from Tennessee--forwarded his bond for $50,000. ER-21, p. 13","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks about duties and statue of Virginia Committee - her continuance in the work will depend on Regent's reply. ER-3, p.151","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Her telegram reached them in time to save a large number of Records going off--error won't be noticed by those already receiving the Record--corrections to be made before any sent to N.Y.C. Philadelphia or other large cities--sorry for errors in first number--asks position of Watson and Godey--need influential lady acting for the Association in Philadelphia, to sanction an appeal to Pa. in August no.--should publish her appeal in several successive numbers of the Record--will be on look out for notices regarding the Record in various papers--to pay tribute in paper to some of people donating services to the Assoc.--suggests getting Jno. R. Thompson of \"Southern Literary Messinger\" and Mrs. Robt. Lee to write a few words for the \"Record\"--their printer, Mr. Chichester, has published in the \"Printers News Letter\" the appeal and an editorial in which he begs all publishers to copy appeal--will try to obtain understanding with Mr. Sanford of Adams Express to act in accordance with their assurances. ER-D-41","A.L.S. Washington. Received her letter, including 6 checks, amounting to $3957.82, not $4957.82, as stated by her--will write Mr. Washington to get his approval of state securities--hopes he will take them at cost and allow the interest gained ... ER-21, p. 15","Facsimile. Miss Cunningham as Regent is telling Mrs. Morse of some of the responsibilities of a Vice-Regent.  Mrs. Morse was one of the Founding Vice-Regents. RM-86a, PS-2234a, 2 pgs","A.L.S. From Catherine Murat and the Committee for selection of an orator for MV benefits asks Governor. Call to speak for them.  Signed by C.D. Murat, Mary Robertson, C.G. Shepard, E.S. Gamble, S.S. Williams. ER-4, p. 141","Written in the hand of her secretary, signed by Miss Cunningham.","A.L.S. Receives Appeals, Charters, etc.  Will publish Mrs. Pellet's Report.  Has circular ready to distribute.  Has collected only $5, but is enthusiastic, working, and perfecting an organization. ER-12, p. 19","A.L.S. Livingston, Columbia Co., New York. Accepts appointment on \"Standing Committee.\"  ER-12, p. 177","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Reports from various centers, some do not like idea of selling books and portraits.  Hears impatient reports from some eastern states on appointments of VRs and offers Regent assistance. ER-12, p. 179","A.L.S. Buffalo. Accepts appointment of Lady Manager; offers names of others who will aid, and suggestions for organizing.  Regrets Assn. was not presented to public in beginning as a National and not sectional organization. ER-12, p. 181","A.L.S. Washington. Has received check for $25 from Temple Chapter in Madison, N.C. for benefit of Mount Vernon. ER-21, p. 7","A.L.S. Boston. Re $96.55 sent for purchase fund, speeches he has made, Mrs. Greenough's Appeals, Mass. state organization, Mr. Choate's address withh a reference to Mount Vernon.  Sends a photographic view by Powers in return for her \"beautiful daguerrotype\". ER-9, p. 190","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. States advantages of Mrs. Murat for VR-Fla in comparison with her own qualifications.  Mrs. Long, at Regent's request, offered Mrs. Murat the VR of Fla. And she accepted.  Mrs. Murat a better choice than Mrs. Yulee who has been little in touch with Floridians. ER-4, p. 201","A.L.S. Mayor's office, Salem, MA. Answer to Appeal to raise funds.  Raising funds for a Revolutionary monument, but hopes later to answer her Appeal more satisfactorily. ER-10, p. 63","A.L.S. Geneva. Will serve as agent of MV Assn, and send \"tribute of our friends on the shore of Lake Otsego\".  Her aunt will collect in Geneva.  Will return to Copperstown soon. ER-12, p. 246","A.L.S. Russell Hotel, Quebec. Harper Bros. will take an illustrated article on MV for February no.  Will go to MV in Sept. to make sketches. ER-12, p. 210","A.L.S. Kirkwood Home Place. Reports on funds collected.  Sends her plan of working to Mrs. LeVert and Mrs. Morse.  Washington portraits to be sold, are much admired.  Difficult to get list of contributors published in her state. ER-14, p. 77","A.L.S. Concerns publishing the names and contributions of past subscriptions.","A.L. Cambridge. Asks if Mount Vernon is to be Botanical Garden.  Comments on Catharine Willis Murat's title. ER-12, p. 21","Photocopy. Letter regarding mostly subscription lists and contributions. RM-197, ER-2608","A.L.S. Mobile. Sends list of contributors and amounts given, including sums collected by Mr. Yancey. ER-14, p. 41","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Sends $251.99 and announces good prospects for more. ER-4, p. 209","A.L.S. Kirkwood. State organization working well although slowly.  Mrs. LeVert collects some from eastern Mississippi. ER-14, p. 79","Typed transcript of letter. Boston. Everett is apparently writing about a proposal by Souther to give the oration on the character of Washington and the conditions surrounding such a speech. RM-123, TYP 2342","Draft of letter. Acknowledges Mrs. Murat's acceptance of Vice-Regency of Fla., sends credentials, and authorization to appoint local boards for collecting funds for purchase of MV.  For letter see p. 205. ER-4, p. 211","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges him to proceed with a letter he has promised to write for publication, which she asserts, will put an end to controversy and misunderstanding over the sale of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4251","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Offers money and her influence to the MVLA and asks to have a subscription book sent to her. Portion of letter clipped away. ER-13, p. 109","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Acknowledges receipt of credentials for MVLA. Also includes facsimile of letter, MV Neg. #3392. ER-4, p. 203","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Objects to having Mrs. Morse's Appeal so much hers and local idea that Mrs. McW. may not have written appeal.  Will send reports to Richmond. ER-14, p. 79","Memphis, Tenn., Angerona Lodge no. 168. Committee forwards $125.50 for Mount Vernon purchase fund and assurances of the cooperation of the Order in this worthy cause.  Sends Charles Scott's address and By-Laws of the Lodge, and assurance of their high regard for the Regent's character, Signed by Committtee. ER-10, p. 101","A.L. Philadelphia. Acknowledges Mrs. Murat's acceptance of the Vice-Regency for Fla.  (for draft of letter, see p. 211). ER-4, p. 205","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends order for Challen and Co. publishers, for Oil portrait of E. Everett - portion of sale price for Mount Vernon fund.  ER-10, p. 197","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Recommends Mrs. Mary Boott Goodrich highly as a woman and an efficient worker.  Discusses other possible appointments in R.I. and Conn.  Reports slow progress in Mass.  New Englanders would think Mrs. Murat's title of princess undemocratic, advises against its use in MV publications. ER-12, p. 23","A.L.S. Wilmington, DE. Gives plan of local organization in State for collecting funds for purchase of MV. ER-17, p. 32","A.L. Copy. Philadelphia. Gives brief history of movement from beginning to date.  Notes on margin, \"Mrs. Goodrich, Conn., from A.P.C., Regent; copied and sent from Cape May. ER-4, p. 45","A.L. Nashville. Asks her to send E. Everett one of the copies sent Regent of \"Elements of Natural Science\" and request him to obtain a written order from the Boston Board of Education for as many copies as schools system requires.  Mrs. Fogg has asked Miss Hamilton to have Mr. Ruggles introduce the book into N.Y. Public Schools.  Tries also for Philadelphia and New Orleans adoption. ER-10, p. 195","A.L.S. Nashville. Asks VR-NY for further introduction of her Barrington's Elements of Natural Science into Public Schools - cites favorable comments and schools that have adopted it.  Mrs. Fogg has pledged Tenn. For $10,000 for fund.  Has collected $2500 from 11 counties in 4 months. ER-10, p. 201","Cambridge. Reports fully but asks Sec. to suppress details that might annoy Regent. ER-12, p. 25","A.L.S. Geneva. Ready to serve, is on \"Standing Committee\".  Lives in a \"very quiet wood\" population of a half dozen, but will go into adjoining area. ER-12, p. 246","A.L.S. Paris, Bourbon Co., KY. Sends $29.50 with names of contributors. ER-10, p. 66","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks how many VRs have been appointed in northern states.  Appeal goes out in NY this week.  If landscape gardener for MV is to be appointed, whole country should be canvassed for the best one, but thinks appointment premature. ER-12, p. 183","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Will start work for funds at once.  After Edward Everett's splendid reception, hopes for favorable returns. ER-13, p.110","A.L.S. Rail Road Stand, Kingsville, S.C. At request of VR-Tenn, submits a circular he has prepared giving a national plan for canvassing country for funds, also a second plan if this is not satisfctory.  Advocates many small contributions from the 30 million population of U.S.  Adds a \"confidential postscript\" offering his services with \"another plan.\"  Mrs. Fogg has sent his circular to Regent for publication in MV Record.  (Appeal on p. 189). ER-10, p. 185","A.L.S. Boston. Glad Regent is at Cape May.  Edward Everett is not well enough to leave home, expects to be restored to average health but will have to be more careful.  Only given George Washington oration once since southern tour.  Commends Mrs. Greenough's work for Mount Veronon.  Approves of Mount Vernon Record.  Refers to Mount Vernon articles appearing in press but regrets their references to \"fund' he has raised, and any praise for him now, he thinks weakens cause. ER-9, p. 191","A.L. Richmond. Approves of Mrs. Pellet.  Loss of Assn. check placed in a Bible, but is sure amount will be found.  Brought check for $110. ER-11, p. 14","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sample of a letter she sent out to those she wished to enlist in MV cause, encloses copies of Act of Incorporation and Regent's Appeal. ER-12, p. 27","A.L.S. Cambridge. Refers to Miss Johnson as a Massachusetts woman.  Slow progress.  Suggestions for VRs in Ohio, New Hampshire and Vermont.  Gov Clifford strongly advocates a paid agency as only effective means of collecting funds in Mass.  Prof. Agassiz advocates voluntary system. ER-12, p. 29","A.L. Cape May. Confidential, fragment. Re misunderstanding in Mr. Thornburn's appointment.  Re survey of Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington and adjustment of boundary lines.  Mrs. Ritchie and Regent consider Mr. T. for Supt. of Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 24","A.L.S. Cape May. Re appointment of VRs, Miss Hamilton's recent Appeal in N.Y. Tribune, offer of VR-Conn to Mrs. Goodrich, possible VR for R.I., Miss Ogden for N.J., possibilities in Vt. And N.H. and western states.  Recommendation of Mr. Thorburn for landscape gardener; note on MV Record's origin and purpose. ER-13, p. 51","A.L.S. New York. Consultation with Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Hamilton - re qualifications for Vice Regents. ER-10, p. 67","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Has received Regent's instructions: with Mrs. Long's assistance has appointed \"agents\" in all towns and counties, but not much can be done until Floridians return in Oct. Asks Regent to request Mrs. Long's father, General Call, to make speeches for MV fund. ER-4, p. 215","A.L.S. Cape May. Encloses paper published for the benefit of The Association [not present]. ER-4252 RM-523, p. 1","A.L.S. Cape May. Encloses checks and lists amounts. Discusses deposits and funds. Hopes that the MVLA will pay off entire sum by February 22, 1859. ER-23, p. 17","A.L.S. Cambridge. Suggests names for VR in Kentucky. ER-12, p. 31","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island, New York. Visits Miss Hamilton, finds her state organization and office operating so efficiently, that Mrs. Ritchie writes a full description of plan to Vice Regents she corresponds with. Asks Mrs. Long to present the plan to Mrs. Murat as a suggestion for Florida. ER-4, p. 143-145","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks her to serve on Standing Committee of NY state. ER-12, p. 185","A.L.S. Southbury. Accepts appointment as VR for Connecticut although she is in state only 6 months in the year. Asks for instructions in procedure for organizing her state. ER-4, p. 57","A.L. Philadelphia? Capt. Drayton USN arranges interviews. Talks with Mrs. Gilpin; also Devereus re Mount Vernon Record. Read Mrs. Ritchie's letter in Harper's. Mrs. Gilpin friendly but refuses appointment. Meeting with Capt. D., Mr. Devereux and D.P. Brown who advise Regent's so;emce re Mr. Washington except to deny falsehoods. Will see editors. Advise Regent to open office in Phil. with private sec. Personal interviews with Regent at her residence. Suggestions for VRs. Mrs. Ritchie's letter re Sec. salary. These gentlemen recommend $2000 slaary for 6 hr. day. Leaves adustment to Regent, declares her loyalty to Regent. ER-15, p. 51","A.L.S. Portland. Has her instructions re \"resuming reports of Assn\", cannot comply with Regent's request because of pressure of her own business, hopes to make full report in October. Organizing Maine has been slow, started only recently but has reached every county and many towns. Needs pictures for sale, and for exhibition. ER-19, p.8","A.L.S. and typed transcript. Asks that she be involved in the work of the Association. ER-308","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Rec'd subscription books, Mount Vernon Record and Appeals which she will distribute as Lady Manager. Benson J. Lossing waits for most appropriate time to publish in papers. ER-12, p. 212","A.L.S. Washington. Acknnowledges check for $166.75--receipt of $800 from Mrs. Lekert--since Mr. Washington objected to receiving stocks at cost, he [Riggs] placed funds in hand in Treasury notes [$6000 at 4 1/2 per cent] ER-21, p. 19","Atheneum, Philadelphia. First number of the Record printed in 3000 copies; second numbe in 10,000--sent out to all Vice Regents \u0026 influential men and women throughout the nation--copies sent to journalists throughout the country--many papers give them notice and remark upon noble character of the cause--Mrs. Greenough, VR of Mass., sent some material for the Record--Miss Hamilton, VR of N.Y., writes that Wells, Butterfield \u0026 Co. will forward packages for the Association free--delighted that such distinguished gentlemen are backing the VR's of Mass. and N. York. ER-D-15","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re VR for Pa. and other states. MV Record sent to all members on Standing Committee and will send also to clubs and reading rooms. Mrs. Kirkland, biographer of G/W offers her services; Mr. Ruggles absorbed with first boat on Erie Canal. ER-12, p. 187","A.L.S. Kinderhook. Sorry she cannot accept a position in the MVLA but would like to be a subscriber. ER-309a","Atheneum, Philadelphia. Two first bound copies of \"Farewell Address\" sent to her and Mr. Everett. ER-D-62","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island, NY. re appointments of VRs. Best advisers say facts rather thatn a defense of J.A. Washington should be given. Sent VRs Miss Hamilton's system, has distributed Records; does not consent to publication of her letter re Miss Hamilton, but an article may be written by Christie Johnson from this letter - Miss Hamilton's constant efforts for MV - Disapproves  Regent's wish to open an office in Philadelphia. Reports activity of workers in Astoria and Ravenswood. Mrs. R's father criticizes order of reporting VRs' names; refers to letter re salary. ER-3, p. 153-155","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Alludes to his suggestion that Regent have an office in Philadelphia similar to Miss Hamilton's in N.Y. - elaborate plan, $2000 would take care of annual expenses of office. ER-3, p. 157","A.L. Columbia House, Cape Island. Acknowledges aid in appointing VRs.  Better no appointments than those not qualified mentally and morally, although she wants each state represented.  Relies on Miss H.'s views of management and her counsel.  Explains her ideas of VRs qualifications and pressure brought to bear on her for appointments. ER-11, p. 30","A.L.S. Newport, R.I. On request, he gives suggestions for appropriate lodgings for Regent and her secretary, where business can be conveniently and adequately transacted, and estimate of costs. ER-9, p. 193","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Starts on her work, finds prominent banker refuses to contribute because he thinks if an annual installment was not paid, it would cause forfeiture of \"whole amount\", and his wife understood it was to be given to the State of Virginia.  Asks for facts to refute such statements. ER-13, p. 116","Columbia House, Cape Island. Sends check for $109 from Mrs. Eve, part of which is for sale of portraits--sends whole amount because of expense they have incurred advancing Mt. Vernon cause--plans to have a Report for Sept. number--insert notice of her address in future nos. ER-D-92","A.L.S. Boston. Thinks \"Record\" useful - official reports not necessary, but lists of subscriptions, and Masonic activities for MV, Might reprint his report to Historical Society on fund he raised.  Comments on various prospective VRs.  Advises taking recommendations of Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Ritchie re Mrs. Goodrich.  Also give advice re secretaries. ER-9, p. 195","A.L.S. New York. Agrees with Regent re landscape gardener and that a resident Supt. Is more desirable.  Assn. wishes to restore MV to what G/W made it.  Re appointments of VRs is various state.  Will try to send in \"returns\", but state is not yet canvassed, disappointed state is not more enthusiastic. ER-12, p. 189","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re VRs for N.H. and Vt.  Mrs. Ritchie in Mass, talks in Brookline on rise and progress of Assn.  Also a statement that all authentic subscription books are signed by the VR-Mass or an appointed manager. ER-12, p. 33","A.L.S. Personal letter with postscript concerning subscription books. ER-12, p. 31","Typed excerpt from letter. RM-144, TYP-2408","A.L.S. Southbury. Accepts appointment as VR-Conn and is eager to start to work. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Reports work she has done a Lady Manager. ER-12, p. 212","Philadelphia. Received draft from her for $109.--will continue to run her address in the Record--forwards her a letter which arrived open--most important to be prompt in issuing the Record. ER-D-57","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Advice about signatures to documents. ER-3, p. 159","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Personal letter written at bottom of a print form letter \"Office of Godey's Lady's Book.\" Accident prevented his call and asks her to write him her wishes. ER-10, p. 77","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Attorney, Robert Gray. RM-1066, MS - 5708","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Again asks for fact to refute statements about installments and final ownership of MV. ER-13, p. 119","Richmond. Endorses draft for $61 for MV fund.","Darby. There has been some misunderstanding about a parcel sent to Miss Cunningham at Cape Island--Mr. Brown anxious to serve in any way he can--must guard against too much praise in Records of ladies of Assoc., unless quoted from another paper or a correspondent--Angenona (?) letter important and must be published in its entirety--nothing from Mrs. Greenough of Mass. except worthless scraps--President's letter is grand indeed. ER-D-55","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mail forwarded, a contract, working on Sept. no of Record, the Augerona (?) letter which E. Everett says should be published, Alabama report, N.H. Hamilton's favorable comments on Record. ER-13, p. 50","A.L.S. and facsimile copy. Elizabeth. Recovered from severe illness, is now ready to work for MV.  Note that she accepted Vice Regency on this date. ER-8, p. 5","A.L.S. Albany. Declines appointment of Standing Committee because of family cares. ER-12, p. 191","A.L.S. Mrs. Pellet as secretary should not sign report - not official. ER-3, p. 160","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of Report. E-3, p. 161","Discusses signing report and publication of names from various states. ER-D-53","Darby. Procuring copies of \"Barrington\"--Mr. Leach one of committee and will use his influence for them--parcel for Mrs. Goodrich came--Mrs. Goodrich a good choice--feels she should make a mention of Mrs. G.'s appointment in the Record--Connecticut will be featured in the Sept. no.--Mrs. G. A. Hoyt there has largest list yet--nothing on Massachusetts--Mm. Le Vert's wonderful enthusiasm--Report is in type, ready to be put in \"Record\"--awaits her reply on whether to publish it in its present shape--her official notice of the \"Record\" as instrument of the Assoc. will help promote it--Mrs. Ritchie's excellent letter to Weekly (\"Harper\"). ER-D-54","A.L.S. Marianna, FL. Acknowledges receipt of literature and directions; will start to organize and collect funds according to plan sent. ER-4, p. 149","A.L.S. New York. Sends $55 from her community which she has canvassed thoroughly.  Few who are able to contribute to MV. ER-4, p. 47","Regent to resume monthly reports. ER-367","A.L.S. Mrs. LeVert dissatisfied with Record.  Discusses Mrs. Goodrich's appointment and her part time residence in N.Y., also Regent's other appointments and Sec. Johnson's salary, etc.  Talks over MV problems with Mrs. Greenough and Edward Everett. ER-14, p. 17","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Sends a poem  by W.T.R. Saffell, Ellicott's Mills, Mds. Which may be set to music and sold for MV fund.  Reports progress on Harper's article and Appeal, also work Mrs. Lossing is doing. ER-12, p. 210","Must demolish part of material already set to make room for material concerning Mr. Yancey's progress in Alabama--Miss Hamilton's Report should be on front page instead of Mrs. Pellet's--the Records will show in all states the systematic plans of the Assoc. and will be of great service--preparing subscripton books to be sent--unless they meet with good response, he will be afraid to print over 5000--will send 2 or 3 of the contracts. ER-D-59","A.L.S. Southbury. Answers inquiry re her husband's legal residence in Conn.; had considered this point before accepting VR for Conn., but now, on advice of friend, feels she should decline because her husband, though a native of Conn, with strong ties there, does vote in N.Y. ER-4, p. 57","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re appointment of \"standing committees\" in state and their work in the counties. ER-12, p. 37","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks Mrs. R. to give readings in Mass, or just to tell the story of MV Assn, will pay her expenses. ER-12, p. 35","A.L. Cape Island. Mrs. Goodrich's credentials, documents, etc. have been sent her.  Considers Mrs. Preston for Ky., Mrs. Pendleton for Ohio; Regent would like Francis Scott Key's daughter as VR.  Encloses copy of Lt. Maury's recommnedation of Mrs. Fogg's \"Physical Geography\"; comments on book, asks her to use influence to get it into public schools of N.Y.  Lond comment on Mrs. Goodrich. Suggestions for VRs in Ohio, N.H. and Vt. ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Cape May. Asks information re certain ladies she names as possible VRs for MV. ER-12, p. 192","Philadelphia. Got 4 copies of \"Barrington\" and sent them to Mrs. Greenough, Miss Hamilton, Mr. Hemphill; will send one to Col. Menninger--will take rest of books if Dr. Budd doesn't take them--the Barrington will be brought before School or Book Committee on Sept. 14--Express Co. would have passed package free if Mrs. Fogg had put mark on it--ashamed of Massachusetts' tardiness in work for Association--will print 10,000 again, hoping this issue of Record will bring forth better returns and more paying names on Subscription Books--has package for her from Mrs. Pellet--this Record will concentrate on N.Y., Masonic interests of Mm. Le Vert--cannot find a copy of \"Souvenirs of Travel\", so can give it no notice. ER-D-60","A.L.S. Cape May. Recommends Augusta Larned as a good worker in the \"cause\" in N.Y. ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Boston. Rec'd copy of \"beautifully illuminated edition of Farewell Address…a truly magnificent specimen of ornamental topography\".  Rec'd also copies of first two nos. of MV Record, which will be \"highly serviceable to MV cause\". ER-9. p. 196","A.L.S. Southbury. S.G. Goodrich decided to vote in Conn. and Mrs. Goodrich accepts Vice-Regency for Connecticut. ER-4, p. 58","Philadelphia. Record will be delayed--loss of their Express facilities--forwarded Mrs. Pellet's letter containing money by Adams \u0026 Co.--will send proof sheets as soon as possible. ER-D-61","Boston. Thanks them for illuminated edition of Farewell Address and for the dedication to him--also thanks them for copies of first and second numbers of the Mount Vernon Record.  [Pasted to letter is newspaper clipping announcing arrangements by Boggs \u0026 Oakman and others to carry packages free of charge, and letter from E. S. Sanford to A. P. Cunningham, promising free carrying service.] ER-D-75","Philadelphia. Forwards a letter from Mrs. Pellet which arrived with a parcel several days ago--will try to make arrangement with steamboats to forward packages again--received complimentary letter from Mr. Everett about \"Record\" and dedication of \"Farewell Address\" to him. ER-D-56","Draft enclosed for MV fund.","Draft. Thanks him profusely for all he's done.","Accounting of funds held for MV.","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Report on her work as Lady Manager.  Mr. Lossing will send material to papers next week.  Attempts to interest school children. ER-12, p. 212","Brunswick. Recommends lady to be part of cause.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends her long list of people who may aid Mrs. D.  Article in last \"Crayon\" on Mount Vernon is timely and good.  Will send Washington engraving and a \"Gold mounted Portrait.\"  ER-12, p. 39","A.L.S. Monticello, Florida. Acknowledges appointment and redoubles efforts for MV.  Suggests names of women who might prove effective workers and will try to locate an orator.  Objects to J.A. Washington and his price for MV. ER-4, p. 155","A.L.S. Boston. Sends Wentworth Higginson's list of Worcester residents who might aid MV Assn. ER-12, p. 39","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent pleased with Maine Appeal, reviews in full false grounds of publicity against John A. Washington; contract terms of purchase, reason for his residence at MV until full payment is made; recommends adoption of Mrs. Fogg's \"Physical Geography\" in public schools, profits for Assn; purpose, use and status of MV Record; monthly reports to be sent Regent by VRs. ER-9, p. 31, 33, 35, 37","Dobbs Ferry. Discusses various ladies to assist with the cause.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends in report, state not yet wholly organized.  Suggests buying up supply of Mapleson's (English) Coat of Arms of Washington for re-sale by Assn at a profit. ER-12, p. 41","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Writes of delightful friendships formed by intensive workers in MV cause; of Swedengorgiansim; how Florida has developed an Assn. plan similar to N.Y. plan - agents in larger towns and all counties, orators to speak in various parts of state; Florida has so small a population, an office with secretaries is unnecessary.  Mrs. Long is acting for Mrs. Murat during her absence.  Gives difficulties of raising money among cotton planters.  Charges against J.A. Washington have injured work with country people.  Mrs. Murat will call on Regent before returning to Florida. ER-4, p. 217-219","Poughkeepsie. Apologizes for keeping enclosed picture so long.","Informs her of a mistake in contract she forwarded to him--Record will have a great deal of good material in it--Mrs. Ritchie's article crowded out. ER-D-52","Does Miss C. think it necessay to answer article in the North American?--they must have amount enclosed in advance for the Sept. no.--they are getting no returns or money from Portraits now--has sent Mrs. Blanding of California as many portraits as they can spare--a Tobacconist in N. Y. is giving 1/10 of his profits to Mt. Vernon fund--companion picture to Washington, of Martha, will be ready soon--Allison \u0026 Murphy, builders, considering sending $100 surplus to Assoc. ER-D-42","A.L.S. Begs her to give a course of readings in Mass and tell the \"MV story\" as she did at Brookline. ER-12, p. 43","A.L.S. Apalachicola, FL. Acknowledges appointment to collect funds for MV, also information from Mrs. Long.  Will start work promptly. ER-4, p. 151","A.L. Richmond. Encloses Mrs. Greenough's report-largest list of $1 subscribers yet seen, and donations from Tenn., Ky.; other news re VRs. ER-3, p. 163","A.L.S. near Washington, D.C. Application of a landscape gardener and requests privilege of visiting MV. ER-10, p. 69","A.L.S. Cambridge. Send list of names provided by S. Higginson.  Adds to her circular, names of a \"Board of Councillors\" according to N.Y. plan. ER-12, p. 45","Advises her of receipt of $353.","Philadelphia. Record delay is unavoidable--thinks this will be better issue than other two--several good articles were crowded out--hopes third issue will bring large response. ER-D-63","A.L.S. and typed transcript. Cape Island. Asks him to give addresses in Florida as Mr. Yancey and Edward Everett are doing elsewhere, to raise funds for MV.  Commends fine work for MV that his daughter, Mrs. Ellen C. Long, has done in state and the manner in which she waived claim to VR-Fla in favor of Mrs. Murat who is considered \"at the North, an admirable choice.\"  Typed copy of same p. 135, p. 137. ER-4, p. 133","Photostat.  Acknowledges receipt of document written by Washington.","A.L.S. Jacksonville, FL. Accepts appointment to collect funds for MVA.  Has presented subscription list to Masonic and Odd Fellows' Lodges, and will continue work. ER-4, p. 153","A.L.S. Madison, FL. Sends $18; objections to J. A. Washington and his price for MV.  Sends clipping showing names of contributors; 7 or 8 want gold mounted Portrait of G/W. ER-4, p. 157","Philadelphia. Sends copies of Sept. \"Record\"--could not include everything in 8 pages, so left out several things--hopes to expand and improve it if people begin subscribing--need evergetic and systematic plan of operation on part of the VR's for distributing the \"Record\". ER-D-20","Richmond. Sends $20 from Miss Mattie W. Gray of Lagrange, Tennessee, and list of subscribers. ER-23","A.L.S. Cape Island. Energies now centered on raising purchase fund, future plans decided by VRs at annual meetings, first to be next Feb.  Regent thinks public will provide for restoration according to G/W's plans when purchase has been made.  Devereux will supply portraits, the artists donate profits, purchasers listed in MV Record; gives plan for accounting of same. ER-19, p. 27-29","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends report of slow progress, advises not printing sums yet.  E. Everett says $150 belongs to Mass. fund. ER-12, p. 47","A.L.S. Cape May. Mrs. Pendleton accepted Vice Regency for Ohio; preparing her and Miss Ogden's papers and credentials.  Receive mail only three times a week. ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends $5.00. ER-13, p. 117","A.L.S. Newport. Gives piece of lace ruffle from Washington's linen shirt given to Gilbert Stuart by Mrs. Washington when he was finishing the General's portrait. Auth file W-448","Elizabeth. Accepts Vice Regent of New Jersey.","Philadelphia. Sent parcels to new Vice Regents, Mrs. Pendleton and Mrs. Ogden--sends her several letters--busy getting off the Records. ER-D-64","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re names to publish as Counsellors.  Is getting \"delightful responses from all parts of state but three, there….silence.\" ER-12, p. 47","A.L.S. Cambridge. Declares organization takes all her time.  Has sent some framed engravings of Mr. Greenaugh's statue of G/W as samples; N.Y. organization may wish to sell them for MV cause. ER-12, p. 49","Boston. To \"My Dear Little Daughter.\" Glad Cape May did her good.  Discusses his health.  Will give talk in New York State.","Astoria. Long Island. Is prepared to help AF's husband with business problems.  Tried to get AF position in Mrs. Greenough's (VR-Mass) secretary - did not work out.  Has provided her with introductions to several VRs of pre MVLA.  AF has writen to JA Washington.  ACR advises her not to be disappointed by his failure to give immediate reply. A-280","Philadelphia. APC would like to meet her in Phila. before she returns South. ER-368","A.L. Cambridge. Wants county managers to interest editors.  Encloses a newspaper clipping written by a friend answering most common criticisms of J.A. Washington.  Wants it reprinted locally with editorials and other favorable publicity. ER-12, p. 51","Nashville. Asks her to buy and send her paper for making flowers to be sold at a Fair the young ladies are having for MV fund. ER-10","Binghamton. To \"My Dear Pam\" - Unable to meet her in Philadelphia.  Account has $7900 with more to come.","A.L.S. Lake Jackson, FL. Acknowledgement of Regent's letter of appreciation of his efforts for MV and those of his daughter, Mrs. Ellen Call Long. ER-4, p. 221","A.L.S. Cambridge. Beginning to get response in Mass.  Circular ready but lacks all the influential names she wants.  Encloses Daily Advertiser's letter answering objections to MV plan.  Masonic Lodges will help, but fears demands they may make.  O.W. Holmes and Longfellow both well disposed to plan. ER-12, p. 55","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re monthly reports to Regent.  Sent her Washington engraving framed through Mrs. Ritchie.  Hopes for an article by Holmes in Atlantic Monthly, and will see Longfellow. ER-12, p. 53","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approves Mrs. Pendleton's appointment as VR-Ohio.  Laying out MV grounds referred to by Washington Irving according to plans owned by J.A. Washington, to be used in Lossing's book.  Disapproves Dawson's plan.  No important press criticism; Courier and Enquirer reports on opening tomb unfortunate.  Opposes semi-monthly publication of MV Record, or making large advances for Record or any other \"experiments\". ER-12, p. 193","A.L.S. Truxton. Tells of her father's interview with G/W in 1798 when a student of medicine with Dr. Rush of Philadelphia.ER-12, p. 195","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Re Mr. Zavala's contributions and an \"agent\" collecting in a hotel. ER-14, p. 19","A.L.S. Richmond. Writes enthusiastically of Florida's activities; begs Mrs. Long to study Charter, Constitution, Appeal of Regent giving terms of contract with J.A. Washington for purchase of MV, and also history of Assn.  States powers of Regent; VR in each state plans her own organization.  Some suggestions for collecting funds and keeping records accurately for Archives.  Assn. aims to restore MV to \"exact order\"...of G/W's time, \"to embellish grounds, to build a mausoleum and to make home and grave a shrine. ER-4, p. 171-173","A.L.S. \"Dear Sir\" His wife, Mrs. Goodrich, has been just appointed Vice Regent for Connecticut.  Invites this gentleman to join local Advisory Committee for Mount Vernon project. RM-600, ER-4490, 2 p.","Draft. Dobbs Ferry. To Miss Haines of the \"young ladies seminaries.\" Wants to address young women to interest them in women owning MV and preserving it as Washington planned.","A.L.S. \"The Rocks\", Newport, R.I. Declines appointment as VR-Md because of family cares.  Her grandfather was a friend of Washington. ER-13, p. 26","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Has Mr. Thorburn's copy of letter from England.  Cites complaints on Record, engraving of Washington by Mr. Greenough for VRs to sell.  Saw Mrs. LeVert, will see A.P.C. in Phil.  Difficulties with collection of funds; need for proper credentials. ER-14, p. 19","A.L.S. Madison, FL. Impossible to stir up patriotism in their region but will report later. ER-4, p. 167","Responding to his offer to speak to young men on subject of cause in 100 cities on 100 nights.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent makes appointment if Miss H. Approves (no name given). ER-12, p. 192","A.L.S. Truxton? Re appointment of Mrs. A.W. Chase, VR-R.I.  Asks why Masons are \"singled out.\" ER-12, p. 195","A.L.S. Astoria. Recommends Mrs. Jane Maria Van Antwerp for VR-Iowa. ER-14, p. 21","Discusses portraits of Washington and charges for them.  Wants her to visit in Richmond on way back to New Orleans.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends her list of names in Worcester of those who may help in raising funds. ER-12, p. 57","A.L.S. Apalachicola, FL. Encloses check for $123, and hopes to collect more. ER-4, p. 159","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Has tried to locate right person for VR-Tex.  Recommends Mrs. Johnson of Ark. Submits full account of subscribers, amounts collected, expenses deducted.  Plans to reach prospects at election time; hope to get subscribers to MV Record; is selling G/W pictures. ER-14, p. 81","A.L.S. Monticello, FL. Offer of \"agency\" in MV Assn.  acknowledged, and agrees to stir up interest in her exceedingly complacent region. ER-4, p. 165","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re appointment of VRs, Mrs. Chase of R.I., etc. ER-12, p. 197","A.L.S. Palatka, FL. Has collected on $8, her community has mostly poor people but winter tourists may contribute some later. ER-4, p. 161","A.L.S. Osceola, FL. Pledges her support to MV movement. ER-4, p. 163","Mrs. John Bartlett, Manager for Middlesex County. Sending a book for registering subscribers and a circular.","A.L.S. Belleville. Is leaving town for months and wishes another treasurer appointed in her absence; recent success with contributions and interesting people in MV fund. Encloses subscriptions for 1858. ER-11, p. 32","A.L.S. Southbury. Enumerates difficulties she has in starting assn. in Conn. Has been successful with both men and women and states present developments. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. with typed transcript. Accepts the position of Vice Regent for Rhode Island, but fears she will not be able to raise much money. She will try her best. ER-13","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. In 1854 sold timber on 2 tracts of 23 and 31 acres to Mr. Crutchett to be removed in 3 yrs,m also 300 trees, not less than 6\" diameter selected by J.A.W. on hill where house and vault stood, to be removed in 18 mos. A portion of 26 acre tract is in MVLA purchase as is the hill by Mansion (tree contract expired Feb., 1856, time extended). Mr. Crutchett has no rights now on MVLA property. Thanks her for first copy of MV Record; asks for an Assn agent to settle with him MV boundaries. Is willing to sell lower part of remaining property but wants to retain upper. Has not set price. ER-9, p. 53","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re suitable persons for VRs in N.H., Wisconsin, etc. Asks for truth of charges against Mr. Watson, who has portraits of G/W for sale in Philadelphia. ER-12, p. 197","A.L.S. Marianna, FL. Sends $100; explanation of why community did not contribute more; and congratulations on the \"success in so noble an undertaking.\" ER-4, p. 179","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Long acts for Mrs. Murat in her absence. Regent asks for a monthly account of collections to be rendered 15th of each month. It will be stimulating to Lady Managers to see how fund grows. Asks Mrs. Murat to clall on Regent in Philadelphia and to work for subscriptions to Record. ER-4, p. 175","A.L.S. Mrs. Long's draft has not yet arrived but she sends on $100, and subscribers' names will follow. ER-4, p. 223","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Chace to be VR-RI; mentions VRs for Va., Minn., Mich. Will be at N.Y. headquarters. Will organize Va on her return trip there. Concern over appointments for various states and Regent's duties. ER-14, p. 21","A.L.S. Kalmia, near Aiken, South Carolina. Regrets his letter with enclosures of $820.67 has been lost. Yellow fever in Charleston serious and difficult for him to give time to trace mail from there. Had written fully his views on John A. Washington's high price for MV. Said he would be one of 100 persons, each to loan Assn. $1000 to consummate purchase; gives plans of obtaining a mortage on MV and refunding money on loans; signs as Knight of MV. ER-14, p. 193","A.L.S. Alligator, FL. Accepts appointment and will start work on raising funds at once. ER-4, p. 181","A.L.S. Cambridge. Advises her not to send more money to Watson for G/W portraits, for present. Is amazed to how little value is placed on G/W and realizes MV plan is a needed patriotic effort. ER-12, p. 57","A.L.S. Philadelphia. \"All charges against Mr. Watson are unfounded…\", \"certainly as far as MV money is concerned.\" ER-12, p. 198","A.L.S. St. Nicholas Hotel, New York. ER-4, p. 227","A.L.S. White Springs, FL. Declines to serve in MV Assn. since a teaching position keeps her in Ga., but suggests her sister, Anna Gerry, would be an efficient worker. ER-4, p. 185","A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of her letter to Mr. Riggs, who is away in St. Louis. Mr. Riggs will answer her when he returns.","A.L.S. Ocala, FL. Declines appointment to the Assn. because her time is already fully occupied, has tried to locate a suitable person, but in a \"new\" country it is difficult to find one. ER-4, p. 187","A.L.S. Micanopy, FL. Accepts office of Lady Manager and will start duties at once. Has delivered message to the governor who is pleased to be on list of contributors. ER-4, p. 189","A.L.S. Cambridge. Recommends Mrs. Barry for VR-Ill. Comments on VR for N.H. Gives list of those ordering G/W portraits. ER-12, p. 59","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Addressed to Christie Johnson. Gives plan of state organization she has been developing during Mrs. Murat's absence. Recites difficulties involved. Key West active. Masonic Lodges will contribute. Has now $530. \"Record\" being circulated. \"Auxiliary Association\" is a title the editor of the Sentinel chose, but in future will try to correct errors. ER-4, p.231-233","A.L.S. Alligator, FL. Accepts appointment of \"agent\" of MV Assn. Asks for Regent's Appeal to re-publish in local paper. ER-4, p. 183","A.L.S. Key West, FL. Accepts invitation to be Lady Manager; suggests Gen. Call come to the Keys in January or February. ER-4, p. 191","A.L.S. Boston. Comments on some prospective VRs. Miss Hamilton (N.Y.) and Mrs. Ritchie (Va) called to ask him to speak a third time in N.Y. Gives G/W oration in Bridgewater, Waltham, Burlington and perhaps other places in Vt. Gives itemized financial statement, with notes on investments. Suggests borrowing if final payment is not raised, to save interest on deferred payment. Adds personal note with concern about Regent's family. ER-9, p. 201","A.L.S. Southbury. Repport on organizing Conn. Counties; has sent Appeal to all editors of newspapers. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Marianna, FL. Sends $153; reports on addresses given as benefit to MV, and other activities. ER-4, p. 193","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Enjoyed MV talk with Mrs. Greenough while in Boston. Pleased to receive report on Mr. Watson, asks about Devereux. Re apppointments of VRs. Hard to estimate amount to be contributed in each book. ER-12, p. 199","A.L.S. Please forward all future reports to Miss Cunningham directly in Philadelphia instead of to Mrs. Pellet. Urges her to discuss Mount Vernon with the local Masonic Lodge. Impresses upon her the importance of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-370","A.L.S. Boston. Comments on some prospective VRs. ER-9, p. 203","A.L.S. Cambridge. Appeal to 150 Masonic Lodges of State, would like to send each a MV Record. Re VR-NH. Engraved G/W Portraits from S.F. Watson, not delivered. ER-12, p. 63","A.L.S. Forwarding her a copy of the illuminated Farewell Address. ER-371","A.L.S. Cambridge. Will have publicity in Advertiser (Mr. Hale ed. Is nephew of E.Everett). Will abide by Regent's decision re Mrs. Murat's title. Asks to be kept posted on MV affairs, grounds, gardens, etc.ER-12, p. 61","A.L.S. Cambridge. Forwards Mrs. Chace's report and $358 from Navy Yard. No further word from Masonic Order. ER-12, p. 69","A.L.S. Cambridge. Reports progress. ER-12, p. 65","A.L.S. Nashville. Has not written in months - gives details of difficulties in raining MV funds - terrible drought in State, stringency of money market, distressing political campaigns, prospects of a \"Black Republican\" President. East Tenn. Lady declares her section good for $10,000, will redouble her own efforts. Sends $60 to Mr. Riggs. ER-10, p. 215","A.L.S. Cambridge. $75,000 has been raised; E. Everett has contributed $40,000, 430,000 remaining. Alabama has given $8000. Thinks Mass. Will give about $10,000. North and East must contribute liberally. Politics should be barred. Sends her Masonic Appeal. ER-12, p. 71","A.L.S. Southbury. Suggests Mrs. Henry of Middlebury as a good prospect for VR in Vermont. Mrs. Sigourney gave $50 and commends her generosity. Asks about vacancy in Pennsylvania. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. \"The Rocks\" Newport, R.I. In answer to Regent's urgent letter, insists only extreme pressure of personal affairs prevents her accepting appointment at this time. ER-13, p. 26","A.L.S. Philadelphia. VR Greenough has sent in $1600 this month, Florida's first return is over 4600, Maine has a beginning. Mrs. Van Antwerp, cousin of Miss Harper, offered VR for Iowa; considering Mrs. Sibley, wife of governor, for VR in Minn. ER-12, p. 198","A.L.S. Back page (blank) cut away but letter is complete. Gives his genealogy and story of relatives going back to George Washington. ER-9, p. 55.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Suggests Mrs. Comegys as VR-Del. Re appointments in N.H., Vt., Mich., Pa. Estimates N.Y. will give $20,000; 800 books out how, mgrs. Find considerable indifference and opposition. ER-12, p. 201","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Sends her statement of money received by him for Association. ER-21, p. 25","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Pleased to find Mrs. Comegys so interested in MV, explains some of duties and responsibilities of a VR. ER-17, p. 2-3","A.L.S. Sent extract from Liverpool Mercury to editor Hale. Further comments on VR for N.H. Give Mrs. Otis credit in print for Navy contribution. Awaits Masonic Appeal proof from printer. ER-12, p. 73","A.L.S. Astoria. Re Mrs. Van Antwerp, Senator Yulee and wife, Mrs. Farnsworth. Mrs. Thorburn anxious to meet Regent. VR for Pennsylvania needed promptly. ER-14, p. 25","A.L.S. Boston. Sympathetic comment on her family's difficulties. Since mortgage is impossible, must have final payment and save $10,000 if deferred. Speaks 4 times for small returns, but favorable public opinion essential. Must deliver some other orations also. Editor offers $10,000 for MV, advance payment, if E.E. will write weekly article. ER-9, p. 205","A.L.S. Addressed to Miss Cunningham on Spruce Street. Pencil writing on letter incorrectly identifies author as Sarah King Hale, Vice Regent for New Hampshire, but letter is actually from Sarah Josepha Hale of Godey's Lady's Book. Sends subscription list received from articles in the Lady's Book. ER-5, p. 131","A.L.S. Washington. Will go to New York soon and stop in Philadelphia to see her. ER-21, p. 29","A.L.S. Probably from Alexander H. Bullock of Worcester. Sends list of \"county magnates\".  Saw Mr. Hale re E. Everett's lecture.  E.E. was much hurt at his treatment here when he delivered his Washington Address, the only place he declared where \"he had been assaulted\".  Suggests Custis' lecture on \"Fair Play for Women\", cost $50. ER-12, p. 100","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Sends $55 and request for 12 portraits of Washington which they will sell. ER-4, p. 237","A.L.S. Richmond. Constitution of MVLA was signed by Gov. Wise and became legal Jan 5, 1858.  Mr. Mcfarland will prepare for Regent money rec'd since signing of Contract, previous accounting in Regent's hands.  Have been selling 50 cent portraits for $1; Mrs. Ritchie receives all subscriptions in Va. and will organize similarly to N.Y. later.  Hopes for required sum Feb. 22.  Sends Regent Mr. Bennett's gift of MV views (ambrotype); states terms on which he wishes to sell them for MV; John A. Washington had given him photorights.  Wishes to send set of photos to each VR.  Has given sets to newspaper editors in Richmond.  They are on display at \"store of MV house\".  N.S. Bennett of Alexandria has not rec'd acknowledgement of ambrotype of vault at MV.  Devereux sent copy of \"Illuminated Farewell Address\", price $10.  G/W portraits selling well. ER-16, p. 255","A.L.S. Boston. Thinks Liverpool Mercury article not worth noticing.  Printed letter from Commandant, Navy Yard.  Pledges her his support. ER-12, p. 79","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re unfavorable letter from Charles Hale, Daily Advertiser, advises that Assn. always refused to be drawn into any political discussion, putting MV always above party affairs. ER-12, p. 83","A.L.S. Cambridge. Reports to Regent re Views of MV, Mansion and Tomb of Washington, pub. By N.S. Bennett, colored lithographs, sold on boat (see p. 81). Comments on VR-Ver., and Mrs. Barry. ER-12, p. 85","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks about \"Views of MV, Mansion and Tomb of Washington\", pub. By N.S. Bennett in aid of Ladies MV Assn, lithograph printed in colors by Robertson, Seibert \u0026 Shearman, 93 Fulton St., N.Y. sold on boat passing MV for $2.00. ER-12, p. 81","Photo facsimile of Jane Van Antwerp's formal certificate of appointment.","A.L.S. Campbellton, FL. Pledges her support as a good Virginian and will start work. ER-4, p. 169","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sends lists for MV Record.  Asks to have articles returned to be used in N.Y. press. ER-12, p. 203","A.L.S. Keene, Massachusetts. Reply re VR for Vermont. ER-12, p. 87","Copy. Regarding appointment as Lady Manager.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. G. sails for Europe Nov. 5. Only one county in Mass. not working.  Encloses Rev. George Ingersoll's letter re VR for Vt. Mrs. Hopkinson, who has acted as Mrs. G's sec. will carry on in Mrs. G.'s absence. ER-12, p. 89","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Enclosed $153 from Marianna. ER-4, p. 241","Delay in completing \"Record--sends letters and incomplete Nov. Record--will be detained late at the office and may not see her. ER-D-28","A.L.S. Sends check from part of amount collected in Providence. ER-23, p. 45","Draft. Regarding publication of the Mount Vernon Papers.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sails for Europe Nov. 5. Hopes to see Miss H. in N.Y. Will keep in touch with Mass. Organization while abroad and hopes to return in god health in spring, ready to carry on MV work. ER-12, p. 91","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Encloses check for $710.55. ER-8, p. 11","A.L.S. Richmond. Subscriptions received--regrets Maine's apathy--Devereux will send her for sale 50 copies Washington portrait, 3 copies Mt. V. restored -offers also lithographs of Crawford's statue of G.W to sell for profit.  P.S. is dated Nov. 15--notes E. Everett's gift of $10,000 perhaps more--his expenses in N.Y. for Hall, etc. were heavy. ER-3, p. 165","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends in Mrs. Otis' report.  Continues her investigations of suitable women for VRs.  Sends Regent 50 copies of Daily Advertiser's article on MV. ER- 12, p.95","A.L.S. and with facsimile. Philadelphia. Expresses her gratification that Mrs. Comegys accepts the Vice-Regency for Delaware. ER-17, p. 4","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to Constitution, article 8, reappointment of local Boards of Managers; Regent's decision to leave appointments to VRs in their respective States. ER-17, p. 5","A.L.S. Boston. Speaks at Vermont Capital.  Tickets low so receipts only $2000 for 11 engagements.  Need editors' $10,000 as next payment is $57,000 plus $10,000 interest.  Column is a good publicity medium for MV.  Speaks again in N.Y.  Asks what Regent needs on next $67,000 payment (\"downright extortion\").  Refers to various press comments.  Editor extends limits on time for articles.ER-9, p. 207","A.L.S. N.Y. City organized, preparing for E. Everett's lecture.  Schenectada Co. organizing.   Sends some printed articles that Regent may have reprints made of, if she desires. ER-12, p. 203","A.L.S. Nashville. Difficulties re Box sent from Philadelphia with items for sale at Ladies Fair - which were to be sold on commission, not gift. ER-10, p. 223","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends VR letter authorizing her to \"take charge of the organization\" of Del.  VR may take organization expenses from funds raised; in various states much has been donated, such as printing, paper, binding etc.  Credentials, Nov. no. MV Record (furnished in quantities to VRs), subscription books, for Lady Managers , will be sent soon.  Suggests cooperation with other VRs. ER-17, p. 7","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends credentials for VR, copy of contract with John A. Washington, Act of Incorporation, Constitution and By-laws, Appeals, Reports, which give history of Assn since Mar when Assn gained title to MV.  States aims of MVLA, \"design\" of Constitution, plan for collecting funds, VR' duties and reports made to Regent, method of paying installments.  N.Y.'s plan of organization.  Relations with Press.  Success of MV Record. ER-17, p. 12-13","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent asks for a monthly report of work done in Del., due on 15th of each month, sugggests each Lady Manager report to VR; in advance of this date, when subscriptions reach $500, same to be forwarded to treasurer, G.W. Riggs.  Devereux \u0026 Co's lithograph portraits of Stuart's G/W for sale at $1.00 each, methods of distribution through Lady mgrs., Godey's Lady's Book, through clubs; no complimentary portraits given; no paid agents for Assn.  Activities. ER-17, p. 11","A.L.S. Thinks it unwise to try to take subscription books to Europe.  Mass.  Treasurer Parker will send G. W. Riggs $2500, leaving $140 in Mass. Balance for current expenses.  County managers will forward money Feb. 1. Wrote Mr. Peabody received no answer.  ER-12, p. 95","A.L.S. Petersburg. Visited Mount Vernon, regrets the neglect of the Tomb. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. Astoria. Re Regent and Col. Cunningham, Mrs. Van Antwerp, Mrs. Farnsworth, Mrs. Walton.  Difficulties in appointing a \"standing Committee\". Plans with opera members for a Richmond benefit, has worked hard for Miss Hamilton arranging for Edward Everett's lecture.  Mrs. Greenough to arrive in N.Y. Refers to Mackay's valuable article. Sends $45 for pictures to be sold.  Report on Miss Hamilton's efficient secretary. ER-14, p. 23","A.L.S. Cambridge. List buyers' orders for 34 portraits and 2 MV Records; Devereux claims $36, not $41, was sent him. ER-12, p. 96","Draft letters to William Macfarland and Emily Harper on one piece of paper. Letter to Macfarland re funds.  Regent attempts to systematize financial transactions; VR to give accounting from appointment to date to verify with Regent's account; treasurer to report funds rec'd, investments made from purchase fund with their par value.  MV Record to be sent him regularly. Letter to Harper, she regrets her \"decision in re to VR\".  ER-11, p. 45","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent commends work in Miss. Hopes when legislature meets it may follow lead of Tenn.  and members subscribe.  Regent wishes to raise as much as possible in Nov. so as to make payment to John A. Washington without drawing on investments. ER-14, p. 81","A.L.S. Richmond. Financial statement submitted.  Previous report submitted when purchase contract was signed, including statement re bonds paid him, interest on bonds, etc. Cannot furnish accurate itemized list of contributors. ER-11, p. 46","Astoria. Just returned from Niagara.  Soon leaves for Europe.  Asks when she shall be able to see AF again and __ how book is progressing. A-280","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Since Mrs. Morse has been \"absent\" she probably has not seen their progress in the Mount Vernon Record and Miss Cunningham has not heard any updates on the state of affairs in Louisiana. Asks to please be informed of any news in her state. ER-372","A.L.S. Southbury. Looks for Nov. issue of Record for information and news. Writes of her difficulties in getting some sections in action.  An Appeal to clergy requesting them to present MV movement to congregations on Thanksgiving Day. Some places may give Christmas entertainments.  Has asked E. Everett to speak in some of Conn.'s larger towns. ER-4, p. 63","A.L.S. Manitowoc. Complains that those who gave money through his efforts have not received portraits--possible aid from Masons--he worked many years ago to have nation buy Mt.Vernon and use it as a national school to try to allay any feelings of sectionism--discussion of choosing a VR for the state--nothing yet done in New York; the Association seems little known there (Envelope included, dated Nov. 15 and addressed to Philadelphia)","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd $1000 from ME., attempt to pay installment at this time without disturbing investments. ER-19, pp. 39,41,43,45","A.L.S. Templeton. To Mrs. Eliza Davis. Asks about terms of purchase, price seems exorbitant, and forfeiture of final payments possible.  Asks who made terms of contract, but does not want to make his inquiry public or impede progress of MV cause. ER-12, p. 99","A.L.S. Astoria. Asks about terms of purchase, price seems exorbitant, and forfeiture of final payments possible.  Asks who made terms of contract, but does not want to make his inquiry public or impede progress of MV cause. ER-14, p. 27","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Acknowledges money from Mrs. Finley; finds she has been so thoroughly canvassed she cannot hope for more subscribers for Record.  Has issued an Appeal to the Masons.  General Call will speak December 14. ER-4, p. 245","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks totaling $753--awaits his brother's opinion on names she sent him. ER-21, p. 31","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Reports on progress of work in N.J. Asks for more copies of the Appeal for distribution. ER-8, p. 13","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends report for Essex Co.  Mass, is slow in contributing, but cites signs of progress.  Everybody praises E. Everett's contributions. ER-12, p. 101","A.L.S Philadelphia. Alternative ways deed for MV maybe handled. ER-3, p. 169","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Pressure to have purchase fund complete for Feb. 22.  News of Lady Managers.  Re appointment of VR for Vt.  ER-12, p. 205","A.L.S. Washington. Received $54 from Lodges of District of Columbia. ER-21, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston. \"My dearest little Pam,\" declares London Illustrated News article well intentioned but in poor taste.  Reviews how idea of repeating GW oration grew - if any credit to be given, it belongs to Regent.  Suggests paying J.A. Washington installments month early if they can save month's interest, $285.  Hopes interests was only to be paid on first installment to J.A.W. Feels growing interest in N.Y. Ledger articles.  Comments on D.P. Brown's idea re payments only $54,000 cash here - and 10% interest bonds, par value $14,000 but now rather low in market.  Sees no objection to paying J.A.W. first installment on Dec. 5 or entire payment, if Mr. Riggs agrees. ER-9, p. 209","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Recommends Mrs. Alexander Mitchell as Vice-Regent for Wisconsin (Envelope dated Dec. 3, 1858, addressed to Philadelphia).","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4253, p. 1","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 35","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges his receipt of 3 checks for funds. ER-23, p. 33","A.L.S. Nashville. ER-10, p. 229","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses $116.50 from Key West and $100 more from Quincey.  General Call to speak December 14. ER-4, p. 247","A.L.S. Worcester. Signed Eliza Davis. Answers inquiries re terms of purchase, through press, as others have asked same questions.  Cites great need for someone to by MV promptly and give it permanent and fitting dedication. ER-12, p. 101","A.L.S. Washington. His brother recommends Mrs. George Collier Senior as best VR from Missouri--alternate choices from her list are Mrs. Polk ad Mrs. Kennedy--Grand Treasurer of Grand Lodge of District is Christopher Cammack--are Va.  Bonds and stocks to be used in payment to Mr. Washington? ER-21, p. 35","Draft of letter in pencil. Thanks him for his generous offer, but declines association with his lecture.","A.L.S. New York. Mr. Ullman to give a ball at Academy of Music for MV fund.  N.Y.'s Ladies Standing Committee to be patronesses. ER-12, p. 205","A.L.S. Re contributions and sales of Washington portraits.  MV cause to be presented to legislature by influential men.  Has had an account with Mr Yager who forwarded the money, and their accounts agree. ER-14, p. 83","A.L. Astoria. Reports grand success of Astoria entertainment, repeated twice. ER-3, p. 171","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent pleased with progress in Del. Mrs. Comegys' Appeal will be published in next Record. ER-17, p. 15","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses checks and writes private letter on opposite side. ER-23, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Confides to VR-Del that she plans to defer first installment John A. Washington.  Selects Dec. 2 as day for payment, 5th anniversary of 1st Appeal.  Mr. Riggs cooperates in plan. ER-17, p. 15","A.L.S. Washington. Will meet Mr. Washington on Dec. 2, with bond payable before Jan. 1--money in his hands amounts to about $9000--may have to convert Va. Bonds to pay Mr. Washington--gives his opinnion on interpretation of contract with Mr W. regarding interest. ER-21, p. 37","A.L.S. Mendota. Thinks women of St. Paul and state will be interested in MV. ER-11, p. 233","A.L.S. Boston. Writes of enthusiasm of youth, 7-17 yrs. old, for MV purchase.  Has visited 35 private schools and now begins work with public schools.  Through children can reach parents.  Worked for 10 yrs. to make Feb 22 legal festival in Mass--first state to do so. ER-12, p. 103","A.L.S. Boston. Will request his Treasurer of Fund to send Riggs and Co. \"all\" on hand - as he understands you pay $57,000 with interest.  Quotes J.A. Washington's statements re deferred payments and interest, and E.E. gives his interpretation of same.  (Also photostat of letter book copy, #PS-536) ER-9, p. 211","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 checks, amounting to $318.29--hopes to receive payment from Mr. Everett by the 1st of Dec., so he can pay Mr. Washington on the 2nd. ER-21, p. 39","A.L.S. and typed excerpt. RM- 144 TYP2409","A.L.S. New York. Difficult to change state plans she has laid out and send funds now; has retained more from collections to meet current bills for printing Appeals, etc. ER-4, p. 62","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Makes MVLA proposition to continue making MV souvenirs of wood from MV trees on a large scale: bracelets, necklaces, picture frames, giving 1/2 of gross receipts to the Assn for the MV purchase fund. ER-4, p. 102","A.L.S. on letterhead. Regarding funds transferred from Edward Everett.","Facsimile letter, ER-503a.","Facsimile letter, ER-502","A.L.S. Boston. Reply to letter asking information for an article on E.E.'s weekly column in Ledger for publication in Record.  Gives statement re $45,193 turned over to MV.  Reasons for writing weekly article are: gives $10,000 at once to MV fund, fine paper reaching a million readers to interest in MV cause.  Has delivered G/W oration 103 times - 96 for benefit of MV fund and explains others, gives brief summary of money collected. ER-9, p. 213","A.L.S. New York. Reports progress in state.  MV Record is fine, national in character, shows large amounts collected.  Mrs. Ritchie has left, gave beautiful tableaux, tickets sold easily; will add $700 to fund. ER-12, p. 207","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Supply of Records low, reprints needed.  Portraits ordered were forwarded, E. Everett has sent G.W. Riggs $34,000.  Plan for next payment.  Sept.no. of MV Record exhausted. ER-17, p. 16","A.L.S. Suffolk Savings Bank, Boston. Is acting for Mrs. Greenough.  Has notified G.W. Riggs he may draw upon him for $3,000, MVLA funds. ER-12, p. 107","A.L.S. One of two on the same day. ER-23, p. 47","A.L.S. One of two on the same day, ER-23, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $34,000 from F.H. Peabody on behalf of Mr. Everett--also received her checks amounting to $495 and $717.50--hopes to see Mr. Washington tomorrow for payment--has on hand $44,000--has not received bonds from Mr. Macfarland. ER-21, p. 41","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Just mailed a check to G.W. Riggs for $500 which with other money transferred makes over $41,000, \"ready for the grand event of the morrow\". ER-17, p. 17","A.L.S. New York. Sends $144 and a \"beautiful tribute\" from Mrs. Sigourney which she would like published in the Record. ER-4, p. 63","A.L.S. Delayed sending money as requested because of high rate of exchange. ER-4, p. 249","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd $500 from Me; brings amount in G.W. Riggs' hands to $51,800.  On 5th anniversary of 1st Appeal, Assn has paid on purchase contract $75,000, and plans for next installment. ER-19, p. 47","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund.  Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-12, p. 210","A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two letters written on the same day. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund.  Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-23, p. 53","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. One of two letters written on the same day. ER-23, p. 49","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Regent just learned by telegram that G.W. Riggs made first payment to John A. Washington with interest, on 5th anniversary of publication of 1st Appeal. ER-17, p. 18","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Announces G. W. Riggs, Treasurer, has paid John A. Washington first bond with interest on the fifth anniversary of 1st Appeal. ER-19, p. 48","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $3000 from Mass. And $450 from Mrs. Chace of Rhode Island. ER-21, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid Mr. Washington the first bond--paid $57,000 and $2242 interest--knows how anxious she was to have it paid today, the anniversary of her first appeal. ER-21, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington. Congratulates her on success of her efforts in behalf of Mt. Vernon--was delighted to telegraph her the news of first payment to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 49","A.L.S. Incomplete.Half past one. Mr. Washington has not yet arrived for payment--regrets he may not receive the payment on the 2nd, as Miss C. wishes. ER-21, p. 45","A.L.S. Jackson. Encloses draft for $110--from Matron's letter to Mrs. McWillie, there seems to be a discrepancy in amount of funds remitted by him and Mrs. McWillie. ER-23, p. 51","Wilmington. Typed transcript, original property of North Carolina Historical Society. RM-144, PS-2404","A.L.S. Boston. Asks to have her report returned for revisions re contribution from Navy Yard and private schools. ER-12, p. 105","Milwaukee. Recommends Mrs. Alexander Mitchell to her.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending him additional check. One of three written on the same day.","Philadelphia. Sending more checks. One of three written on the same day.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Details of checks received and to be sent. One of three written on the same day.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Tells her first payment made to JAW III. ER-373","Telegram - Magnetic Telegraph Company, Cincinnati. Deposited $253.","Telegram - Magnetic Telegraph Company. Philadelphia. Sent Letter with draft for $1271.","Philadelphia. Draft. Says payment of the first installment made to Mr. Washington was made. Reverse side to \"Dear Sir\" and referencing the letter to officers.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 letters from her this morning including check for $500 from Maine and checks totaling $144--enclosure of $1271 from Mr. Devereux not received yet--Mr. MacFarland hasn't sent securities yet--leaves to her the announcement of first payment to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 51","A.L.S. New York. Congratulates Regent on raising fund and success of Dec. 3, 1858. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Richmond. Fears purchase fund will not be complete for Feb. 22; hopes Masonic Order's help will be forthcoming.  Sends her MV views as gift of publisher Bennett. ER-16, p. 256","A.L. Boston. Facsimile. Approval of \"Engraving on Steel by H.W. Smith\" of portrait of E. Everett taken from life by M. Wight. (Printed statement on inside page). ER-9, p. 214","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him and sends more checks. ER-23, p. 59","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding stocks held by the MVLA.","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks from her for $1271.80, $710.45, $547, and $206--Mr. Macfarland has instructions to dispose of Va. stocks as best he can--Mr. Washington is supposed to have 10 days notice before a payment is made to him--sends official announcement of Dec. 2 payment for her to use. ER-21, p. 53","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re 1st payment which gives Assn right to \"advance to Mr. Washington, on 10 days notice, any sums not less than $5000 and thus save interest\".  Now working for payment of installment on Dec. 14.  Accounting of portrait sales to be kept separate from other returns. ER-19, p. 49","New Orleans. Encloses check for $302.","Philadelphia. Discusses various financial details.","A.L.S. Washington. Discusses how best to make announcement of first payment--redeeming Savannah bonds--Mr. Macfarland to sell shares of Farmers' Bank of Va.--payment on Va. stock has to be collected in Richmond. ER-21, p. 55","Philadelphia. Expresses concerns that many people nationwide are unaware of MVLA and some states are not represented by vice regents.","Discussed the reverend's ideas for a program at the Washington Tableaux event, but the Committee on Festival did not approve as it would necessitate the erection of a stage and take up too much space.","A.L.S. New York. Not wise to ask for funds collected in state until further date.  Asks if she wants lists of contributors on 15th of each month. ER-4, p. 63","Philadelphia. Financial matters.","Richmond. Discusses various stocks and bonds. ER-23, p. 65","Philadelphia. Private. Miss Cunningham wants to know if he discussed using loan to pay Mr. Washington with him. ER-23, p. 63","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs $721+, this with \"Virginia coupon bonds\" for $2500 is total contribution from North Carolina. ER-14, p. 113","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mr. Macfarland $102 in cash and check for $5127.07 for Va. stock sold. ER-21, p. 57","A.L.S. Keene, New Hampshire. Sends $12 and list of subscribers for Mount Vernon Record--not certain to whom money should be sent. ER-5, p. 132","A.L.S. Richmond. Saw Ann Pamela Cunningham in Philadelphia.  Re entertainments. ER-14, p. 27","Philadelphia. Private. Discusses funds with Mr. Macfarland.","Due to tooth procedure unable to meet with her. ER-13, p. 123","Wilmington. Sending check for $721.82 on behalf of his wife.","A.L.S. Washington. Received draft for $125 from Mr. John M. Speed of Lynchburg, Va.--does not think they could get advance from anyone to pay for the property at a low interest rate--Mr. Washington wishes land desired by Miss Cunningham to be surveyed and marked out. ER-21, p. 59","A.L.S. Nashville. Encloses check for $500. ER-23, p. 73","New York. Sending checks; appealing to military.","Philadelphia. Financial discussion.","A.L.S. Washington. Received $721.82 from Mrs. Dickinson of N.C.--will have to read act of incorporation of the Association to learn how the Assoc. may borrow money, if she wishes to make large payment--hasn't sold $4500 in Va. Bonds. ER-21, p. 61","A.L. Draft. Philadelphia. Re her list of subscribers for MV Record. ER-11, p. 47","A.L.S. Wilmington. List of Lady Managers and amount collected. ER-14, p. 113","A.L.S. New York. Send extract of letter from Mrs. Lydia H. Tyler of Middletown, who is  a good writer and most capable Lady Manager.  Reports $62 more. ER-4, p. 63","A.L.S. Boston. Also includes photostat copy. ER-504, ER-9-215","A.L.S. Richmond. ER-23, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks amounting to $553.33--notified Mr. Washington to arrange to receive payment--if New York receipts come in, will make it for large sum. ER-21, p. 63","A.L.S. New Jersey VR sent $1800; New York check for $1500. ER-11, p. 48","Facsimile copy. Discusses the MVLA Constitution, Council meetings, and payments to Mr. Washington. ER-505.","A.L.S. Boston. Re loan to make larger payment to J.A. Washington, and its legal phases.  J.A.W. will be keeping place in running order while living there, and MVLA will need a staff to keep place in condition for permanent exhibition. ER-9, p. 217","A.L.S. Washington. Returns checks for $1167.26 to her for endorsement--received $50. from Mrs. Ritchie--has requested Mr. Washington be here on 14th to receive another payment. ER-21, p. 65","A.L.S. Executive Mansion, Washington. Will present her letter of the 9th to the Cabinet at their next meeting.  Note: niece of, and hostess for, President Buchanan. ER-11, p. 27","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. With notes at bottom by Burke and Herbert and George W. Riggs. Discusses payments by the MVLA. ER-23, p. 79","A.L.S. Discusses payment toward Mount Vernon. ER-23, p. 77","A.L.S. \"Mount Vernon Factory,\" Washington, D.C. Formal offer of half the proceeds of articles manufactured of MV wood, with an elaboration of plan for sales. ER-4, p. 103","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re Mrs. Wheeler and \"testimonials\" from E. Everett. ER-12, p. 97","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $41 from her, $50 from Mrs. Fogg, and $302.26 from Mrs. Morse--told Mr. Washington tomorrow's payment will not be less than $10,000. ER-21, p. 67","A.L.S. Also includes handwritten copy by Riggs. Ann Arbor, Michigan. Sends draft for $207 collected in last month. ER-23, p. 91 and ER-21, p.69","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends check for $109. ER-23, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends checks for $400 and $300--has given Mr. Devereux $100 in cash to obtain a check to be forwarded--Mrs. Morse has sent checks--Mr. Yager's check not received. ER-23, p. 87","A.L.S. New York City. Sends draft for $1500 from state of New York. ER-23, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Received $1500 from Miss Hamilton--now has on hand $700.18, after paying off the advance he made on Dec. 2--since she desires $10,000 to be paid Mr. Washington this morning, he advances the money--will sell Va. Bonds worth $4500 to go toward repayment. ER-21, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid John A. Washington $10,000 on bond due in 1860. ER-21, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Confidential. Hopes to pay next installment of $41,000 on Jan. 1, some returns will not be made before Feb. 1.  Assn may pay in sums of $5000.  Asks for MV Record item by Dec. 23. ER-17, p. 19","A.L.S. Richmond. Asks if Regent has rec'd report of Mr. Macfarland for money rec'd since first payment to John A. Washington; can report on money paid her (S.L.P), but Mrs. Cabell, Mrs. Semmes, Mr. Minor paid their collections directly to Mr. Mcfarland.  Rec'd from Regent \"Extra Record\" announcing $57,000 payment, had learned news from N.Y. papers.  Virginia Masons in Session, will consider MV subscription.  Again asks Regent to write Mr. Bennett (Alexandria). ER-16, p. 257","A.L.S. Richmond. Entertainments, tableaux, festivals, etc. ER-14, p. 27","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks for $400 and $300 and endorsed checks for $1167.26--received $4500 from sale of Va. bonds, forwarded by Macfarland--encloses formal advice of $10,000 payment. ER-21, p. 75","A.L.S. Private. ER-23,p. 95","A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 95","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $110 from Geo. S. Yerger. ER-21, p. 77","Typescript excerpt of letter from Anna Cora Ritchie, Vice Regent for Virginia, to Henry S. Randall, December 16, 1864. Note at the bottom indicates the excerpt came from author Elswyth Thane's notes. Original location or source for the letter is unknown.  RM-144 TYP-2410","A.L.S. Detroit. Pleased first payment on MV is made.  Send $95 for MV Record and will forward $200 for fund.  Is preparing subscription books and has met kindness everywhere, plans to personally visit every county and develop its organization.  Ann Arbor well organized. ER-10, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Amount he advanced on payment was $2,600 but no need to execute any legal document--remittances come in almost daily--receipt of checks for $100 and $207 from Mrs. Fogg and Mrs. Tappan. ER-21, p. 79","A.L.S. New York. Sends 2 \"beautifully written articles\" from Middletown, to be put in Record if possible.  Asks for more information for same author who offers to write more for MV movement. ER-4, p. 62","A.L.S. Describes the subscription fee of $1.00 to become a \"member\" and the portraits given by Devereux and Co.","A.L.S. Asks Regent to send her accurate information re the rumor of J.A. Washington's failure; it has paralyzed efforts in her region. ER-12, p. 108","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private to Regent. Re appointments of VRs, political affiliations, and sending in funds. ER-12, p.109","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Ann Pamela Cunningham hopes that another partial payment toward settlement of contract will be possible in January.  Reports success in fund raising in many states. RM 523, ER 5254, 2 p.","A.L.S. Richmond. Mr. Ritchie recommends that infamous reports in papers be stopped and editors be made to retract.  Is pleased with Virginia's response; Lady Managers bringing in money which is sent promptly to Mr. Riggs. ER-14, p. 29","A.L.S. Nashville. Writes enthusiastically of John M. Bright's lecture on Charity - might give it for MV cause.  Re items for sale at Ladies' Fair.  $240 receipts from Lieutenant Maury's lecture. ER-10, p. 233, p. 235","A.L.S. Salem. Re appointment of Lady Managers. Receives cooperation from local papers.  Men in community think price paid J.A. Washington too high. ER-12, p. 207","A.L.S. Nashville. ER-10, p. 233","A.L.S. Washington. $100 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 81","A.L.S. New Orleans. Encloses check for $100--gratified at learning of payment of $57,000, but disapproves of means resorted to in N.Y. to raise money. ER-23, p. 103","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Enlists her interest in MV and suggests places where Appeal may be made - will send her copies of Record and subscription book. ER-8, p. 19","A.L.S. Poolesville, MD. Sends money for the Mount Vernon cause. Hopes to do more in the future. ER-23, p. 100","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Is working with schools; has disributed considerable MV literature.  Glad VR-Ky is appointed, some criticize the fact few states are represented. ER-12, p. 209","A.L.S. Private. Philadelphia. ER-374","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Will send collected funds as soon as she recovers from illness.  Only $135.15 from General Call's lecture. ER-4, p. 251","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private to Regent.  Sends lists of contributors.  Had inspiring letter from Mrs. Ritchie, makes suggestions of workers in New Hampshire and Vermont. ER-12, p. 111","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes to make another payment to John A. Washingtn, asks VR-NY how much money she can send by Jan. 6.  G.W. Riggs will make an advance on this amount. ER-12, p. 207","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Has asked E. Everett to deliver lecture in Elizabeth and other principal towns in N.J.  Is active in collecting funds. ER-8, p. 21","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Enclosing a check. ER-23, p. 103","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Offers gift of 2 engravings of MV framed in wood from MV if she does not have them already. ER-3, p. 191","A.L.S. New York. Reports various sums collected in different parts of her state.  Letter dated \"Christmas Day.\" ER-4, p. 56","A.L.S. Boston. Encloses a letter he has been asked to send Regent from James Dunning of Bangor who suggests Assn. could make $50,000 - issuing engraved certificates for $1, MV stock to be sold in various cities - elaborates plan.  Marginal note classifies it as \"speculation\". ER-9, p. 223","A.L.S. Boston. Many interesting letters from Miss Cunningham and Miss Johnson unanswered due to pressing engagements.  Spoke 6 times in 20 days, travelled over 1200 miles.  Pleased she likes \"MV papers\" she has seen.  States various types he is trying to reach, cites some results as Cambridge express-man giving $10, Ledger Agency Firm $50, etc.  Re taking possession of MV, Feb 22.  Hopes to send $1500 soon. ER-9, p. 221","A.L.S. Washington. Check for $300--check for $50 from Mrs. Fogg--will see to payment of taxes. ER-21, p. 83","A.L.S. Boston. Re his lectures.  Thinks \"Mount Vernon Papers\" in the Ledger will do in MV cause no harm; cites some unusual responses. ER-9, p. 220","A.L.S. Hillside. Accepts appointment of Lady Manager, has received instructions and materials and will start work although Mrs. Rutherford has already collected considerable in district. ER-8, p. 23","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Comments on Assn.'s payment of $5000 to J.A. Washington, and Mr. Rigg's liberality in advancing sum that must be returned promptly; declines Mr. Gruchette's offer and charges Assn. is a prey to speculators; reports on N.Y. ball given; city is to be thoroughly organized for collecting funds; asks for plans to further work after purchase of MV; difficulties in reporting amount state has collected to date; Washington Irving gives $500. ER-3, p. 173","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent pleased with progess in Del; now equals Maine (which is handicapped by powerful body of Abolitionists who are violently opposed to Assn.) ER-17, p. 20","A.L.S. and copy written in the hand of John A. Washington. Thanks her for promised payment, congratulates Association for its successful fund raising, sends some plans of Mansion (not present), and urges action be taken to formally delineate boundaries of estate. ER-4255, RM-523. 2 p.","A.L.S. Sends a check for money raised. ER-376","A.L.S. Hyde Park. ER-12, p. 210","A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington. Received her money and letter from the 21st. Paid $10,000 more toward Mount Vernon on the anniversary of Washington's death. ER-375","A.L.S. Boston. Boston Light Infantry corps sends donation and asks, if possible, for a certificate for same to be framed for the Armory walls. ER-10, p. 71","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $283.90 from Geo. Yerger and $100 from Mrs. Morse--will settle taxes--received $270 and $5 from her and Miss Nisbet's letter. ER-21, p. 85","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Re Lady Managers.  Has taken Mr. L.'s engravings and drawings to schools to arouse interest in MV. ER-12, p. 211","A.L.S. Providence. Forwards subscriptions collected by Mrs. Templeton who has been very successful. Wishes she could hear Mr. Everett speak and meet Mrs. Morse personally. ER-377","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Ritchie suggests tableaux and festivals for raising funds, asks for and gives some practical suggestions. ER-12, p. 213","A.L.S. Philadelphia. American Literary Union of Richmond will devote its Feb. meeting to benefit of MV purchase fund - one of the largest halls engaged, will have orchestra and address. ER-13, p. 121","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets scarcity of MV Records, plans on publication of Jan. number.  List of names arrived in time for publication; space does not allow continuing publishing names and contributions less than $1.00. ER-17, p. 21","A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two on the same day. Regarding funds collected. ER-23, p. 110","A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two on the same day. Regarding funds and payments. ER-23, p. 111","A.L.S. Florence. In regards to raising funds from Americans abroad.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $259.40 and $25--$210.70 from Mrs. Nisbet. Draft on Mr. Parker. ER-21, p. 87","A.L.S. New York. (Mary Morris Hamilton's secretary) Reports returns on tableaux, $734.36.  Miss Laura Keene's benefit will yield $500. ER-12, p. 215","A.L.S. Boston. Sends money from Mr. Everett's account to the MVLA. ER-23, p. 113","A.L.S. Marked \"Private.\" Postmarked December 3, 1858 on envelope. MSS-630a","Draft. Appeal - wishes every person in state registered in MV book of contributors to be kept in Assn. Archives.  Re organization of S.C. Miss C. will appoint Lady Managers for counties, towns and villages, who in turn appoint assistants.  Asks friends to recommend ladies fitted for such work. ER-11, p. 21","Draft. Two letters. The first to an unknown editor of a Philadelphia newspaper. The other brief note is to Mrs. Otis, and may be a copy of a letter from Mrs. Wheeler of Vermont. ER-11, p. 77","Draft. MVLA now needs a treasurer located in Washington.  E. Everett suggests G.W. Riggs has all the qualifications desired to inspire confidence from all parts of U.S.; asks him if he would consider taking on these duties.  (see also p. 91 to p. 92, epitome of letter). ER-4, p. 104","\"Monday, 11.\" Letter meant to be a postscript to another letter. Discusses the work of Miss Hamilton and the New York ladies. Wishes to keep politics and opposing parties out of Mount Vernon business. ER-11, p. 119","A.L. Draft. Miss Cunningham denies herself personal correspondence.  No VR-SC but has contributed nobly without one.  Desires more help, especially from interior and upper counties.  Asks for names of women to enlist in \"MV fund\". (Same letter sent separately to each.) ER-11, p. 31 and ER-11, p. 49","Draft. To Mr. Peters of Philadelphia asking for any assistance to the Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 82","Draft. Mrs. Eyster in Harrisburg, PA. Authorizes her as a pioneer in cause to solicit funds for purchase fund until VR for Pa. is appointed.  Sends her copies of MV Record. ER-11, p. 37","Draft. Appreciation of S.C.'s efforts.  A Book of Registry of subscribers to MV purchase fund to be kept.  Last winter Tenn. Legislature gave as a body, suggests S.C. do same, that its name and efforts may form part of Assn. history. ER-11, p. 33","Draft. \"Yours of February 25 was received….\" ER-11, p. 35","Notes taken on correspondence dated 1858 through 1861. Discusses in part the qualifications necessary for being appointed a Vice Regent. Quotes multiple letters to different parties.","Copy of letter written to unknown recipient. Concerning Mount Vernon's purchase. ER-3, p. 147","Incomplete. A.L.S. Begins on page 3. ER-13, p. 53","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Can she write and circulate an appeal for July 4. ER-426","Small note, \"Miss C is not well enough to sign the card today….\" ER-23, p. 3","A.L. Draft. It is very unfortunate that Miss Harper cannot accept position as Vice Regent at this time. Could she help Miss Cunningham find an appropriate representative for Maryland? A.L. Draft to Mr. Haas of Alexandria on the reverse thanking him for the ambrotype of the bust of Washington and two views of the Tomb. ERL-65","Handwritten copy, probably by Miss Cunningham or her secretary. Colonel Arthur Simpkins to Dr. Gibbs, Mayor of Columbia. Concerning her efforts to engage the help of all mayors in the vicinity to assist with the Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 25","A.L.S. Gives plan for publishing 2 numbers almost in one month and increasing number of papges in order to catch up on all the material they have--sorry she has misinterpreted their motives in the matter--urges her to agree to their plan. ER-D-44","Two letters, A.L.S. with note written on an envelope. One letter includes extract of Samuel Watson's letter to Ann Pamela Cunningham. ER-441","A.L.S. Updates Miss Cunningham on news from Missouri. ER-14, p. 107","A.L.S. \"I'm just in receipt of letter written by Miss Pellett.\" Discusses Missouri updates and article in the newspaper by Mr. Pryor. ER-14, p. 91","A.L.S. Wishes she would visit. ER-14, p. 107","A.L. Sends $15 and appreciation of Mrs. Ritchie's cordial welcome. ER-12, p. 3","A.L.S. State of affairs in Massachusetts where there is much interest in the Mount Vernon cause, \"a determination not to be behind her Southern sisters.\" ER 12, p. 75","Photostat. Mrs. Greenough's acceptance of appointment as Vice Regent for Massachusetts. Negative number 3389.","A.L.S. Sends an engraving of her husband's statue of Washington. Is thinking of having copies made and sold with benefits going to the Association. ER-12, p. 45","A.L.S. Asks why she must report to the Regent and the Record when other VRs do not. Says she must report only the same news over again. Difficulties in her state with answering questions about the security of the Association's business affairs. ER-12, p. 57","A.L.S. J.A. Washington has left MV.  Regent asks VRs their opinion about calling Annual Council, in the absence of any needed legislation to be considered.  All VRs will wish to be present at formal acceptance of MV title.  Suggests Feb 22 or Dec 14 as possible dates for meeting.  All letters re MV will be needed later for records and should be preserved. ER-8, p. 17","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. ER-12, p. 191","A.L. Nashville. Re G.W. Riggs' appointment as Treasurer.  Questions advisability of keeping money in one place unless to accumulate interest.  Has kept a book showing receipts for $2100.  Will correspond zealously with 70 counties.  Working on a Statistical and Political Geography of N. America.  Refers to items sold at Ladies' Fair still causing trouble. ER-10, p. 241","A.L.S. Copy. With typed transcript, notes at bottom by Superintendent Dodge swearing to the authenticity of the letter (1912). Gov. Wise's refusal to recognize Assn. under amended act of incorporation.  New act does not require name of subscribers recorded in book for archives of Va., but old act did.  Asks what Gov Wise means by stating he will claim MV when \"paid for by nation, in trust for Virginia.\" ER-4, p. 125","Handwritten note \"Connecticut 1858, Mrs. Mary Boot Goodrich 1st Vice Regent, It is greatly to be regretted that so few records of Mrs. Goodrich's works in her state are to be found. With great difficulty she raised $5,500 for the Mt. Vernon fund - The following letter from the Regent is one of the earliest responses to Connt. work.\"","A.L. Draft. Refuses to accept Miss Macalester's decision (re raising funds?) and asks for interview on other topics. ER-11, p. 52, 53","Two drafts of same letter. Regrets Everett's inability to deliver Washington lecture in New Orleans. ER-378 and ER-379","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends list of subscribers; collections come in slowly. ER-14, p. 115","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Report on her father's speech to college students.  Mrs. Murat is doing the \"utmost\", but difficult to keep interest active in state. ER-4, p. 253","A.L.S. Cortland Village. Suggests to Lady Managers of region that they write and ask E. Everett to speak in a \"string of appointments.\"  Sat beside E. Everett at Phil., thought his lecture \"cold, retorical,\" but it met with great applause. ER-12, p. 217","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $1500 from Mr. Peabody for Mr. Everett. ER-21, p. 89","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Ritchie thanks her for assuming duties of Lady Manager, sends her a subscription book. MSS-786","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $122.64 from Alicia K. Pendleton--Mr. Devereux is here. ER-21, p. 91","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. Poor returns from General Call's lecture make it difficult to plan for Edward Everett's lecture.  Sends $161.39. ER-4, p. 255","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Small amount collected--hopes Mr. Everett will lecture in N.J. to bring about larger donations--sends check for $291.05. ER-8, p. 25","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Knows Mrs. C is \"ready for the Legislature\"; gratified with Del.'s progress, regrets delay and errors in MV Record. ER-17, p. 25","A.L.S. Elizabeth, N.J. List of people who would like to purchase the portrait. ER-8, p. 27","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $72 collected. ER-8, p. 29","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Encloses appeal she has made to people of Wisconsin.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Thinks the Dec. no. MV Record very interesting, makes some corrections in names and sums contributed.  Washington Irving's gift of $500; account of Laura Keene's benefit performance, nets $500.  Mr. Ullman's Festival was a failure but may net $1000. ER-12, p. 219","A.L.S. Charleston. Sends $150 for MV fund.  Asks about funds on hand. ER-14, p. 194","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check for $550 from Roger Williams of R.I. ER-21, p. 93","A.L.S. On \"Office of Godey's Lady's Book\" letterhead with printed terms for special clubs. Sends $469.90 which has been contributed to MV Assn, and also from sale of Washington pictures. ER-13, p. 127","A.L.S. Jackson. Reports on funds collected.  Has recently brought 25 counties, heretofore unrepresented, into the Assn., entire state now covered.  Will invite Edward Everett to speak in Miss. ER-14, p. 83","A.L.S. Cambridge. Will send money as directed, fears Mass. will not reach $10,000.  Commends Mrs. Hale's appointment as VR-NH; thinks Mrs. Cutts, VT., well qualified for VR-Vt.  Asks for directions re subscription books, how much longer to collect subscriptions. ER-12, p. 113","A.L.S. Oxford, Chenango County, N.Y. Re raising funds in her community. ER-12, p. 223","A.L.S. New York. Has rec'd MV Records.  Miss Hamilton hopes to counteract false statements in press re J.A. Washington.  Asks for corrections in MV Record. ER-12, p. 223","A.L.S. Baton Rouge. She is unable to obtain funds in Baton Rouge herself for Mt. Vernon but has zealous helpers--best way to make personal appeals to members of legislature--new Vice-Regent for Ky., Rosa Johnson--will ask aid of Mason in Baton Rouge. ER-380.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of 3 checks totaling $237--Mrs. Morse's check for $101.50--will try to meet her in Philadelphia latter part of month. ER-21, p. 95","A.L.S. Richmond. Re VR- Ill, Mrs. Dodson's work.  Mr. Hite (?), a Virginia application for superintendent; Mrs. Fogg (VR-Tenn) writes re Record; Mrs. Hoffman, Davenport writes of interest in Iowa; Miss Hamilton (NY) asks about tableaux \"The Innocent Child\" and reports difficulties with Academy of Music benefit performance; \"Panorama of China and Australia\" in Richmond not successful financially; have 60 subscription books distributed, sends Record to each worker; sends Regent newspaper clippings; replies to Mrs. Conner; comments on Mrs. Goodrich, a possible article for Enquirer, and a benefactor in California; approves Mrs. Macalester's appointment; begs Regent not to mention resigning to officers. ER-3, p. 193, 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Original letter and handwritten copy. Assures her that he has no intention of selling to another party \"that portion of Mount Vernon to the North of your purchase.\"  States that he has no objection to the erection of a monument by The State of Virginia, and recommends (without naming) a friend to serve as superintendant of Mount Vernon when the Washington family vacates the estate. ER-9, p. 61 and RM-523, ER-4256, 3 p.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-17, p. 24, 25","Typed transcript of letter. Wilmington. Appeal to have North Carolina become more involved, contribute to Mount Vernon. RM-144, PS-2402","A.L.S. Nice, France. Could not bring MV books and papers with her because of duty, etc.  Called on Minister in Paris and left Appeal and Record, and has promise of subscription book placed at embassy.  Will distribute 6 subscription books in Paris.  Hard to interest Americans in Europe in MV.  Goes to Naples next.  [Attached is a newspaper clipping regarding Plymouth Monument] ER-12, p. 115","A.L.S. New York. Sends $100 from Mrs. Sigourney of Hartford whose last contribution was $60.  Is impatient to receive MV record. ER-14, p. 67","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Delaware's subscription books much simpler and less expensive than others.  Regent asks for 1/2 doz. to give to new VRs as samples. ER-17, p. 28","\"Extracts from a letter to Mr. Riggs\"  Mr. Devereux shows his letter to Regent--she thanks him for advice--today Miss C. gave Mr. Devereux an order for $450 for the Record. ER-D-72","Manitowoc. Sends list of contributors and amounts of donations - errors in spelling in list sent before.  Comments on various persons she is choosing for work, but times are hard in Wis.  Comments on Mrs. Mitchell's appointment. ER-10, p. 75","A.L.S. Washington. $25 from Mrs. Fogg and $81 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 97","Draft on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Seeks his interests and oratory in Mt. Vernon cause.  Refers to her Revolutionary ancesters and historical data the judge possesses; fears her own biography may be inaccurately written. ER-11, p. 241","A.L.S. Baltimore. Sends her gift of \"Christian Households\".  Has rec'd some pamphlets inscribed \"With compliments of the Southern Matron.\"  Mrs. Phelps is sister of Emma Willard of Troy Seminary.  Suggests she and her sister might edit a book on Mount Vernon, proceeds to go to MVLA. ER-13, p. 33","A.L.S. Boston. Pressing domestic care and business delay his answering letters.  Contributions come in steadily from Ledger articles and he will try to give recognition to subscriptions of less than $1.  Phil. Engine Co. gives $25.  Comments on VRs' deputies.  Wishes J.A. Washington would give up estate-it would cancel much unfavorable opinion re his terms to MVLA.  Note says he will see her in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 225","A.L.S. Lexington. Declares she thinks they should both have a clear understanding re the appointment of VR-Ky, which she has explained in full to her brother-in-law, Charles Macalester (see p. 78-81). Asking him to forward it to Regent. ER-13, p. 82","A.L.S. Lexington, KY. Writes her brother-in-law Charles of complications developing from having Vice President Breckenridge and Mr. Preston ask her to serve as VR for MV and then read in paper that Regent had appointed Mrs. Johnson. ER-13, p. 78-81","Note referencing two letters from the U.S. Agricultural Society Committee to John Augustine Washington III concerning the sale of Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 19","A.L.S. Milwaukee. She set up her Committee before the letters confirming her appointment as VP were received--Mrs. Hoyt, an acquaintance of A.P.C.'s, is too zealous in the cause \u0026 has perhaps injured the Mt. Vernon movement--they open their campaign for money with a lecture this week--money much scarcer in west than 18 months earlier--encloses letters from Mrs. Hoyt.","A.L.S. Richmond. Rec'd 50 cop. MV Record, needs 20 cop. of Dec. no. and 70- of Jan. when published.  Asks price of Record to VRs.  Pleased with VR-Ill.  Mr. Ogden of Chicago, Phebe Ogden and Mrs. Barry are from her Ogden family.  Wants varied news in Record.  Mrs. Pellet wants money sent acknowledged soon after receipt.  Wants a VR in South Carolina.  Send 'infamous' article from a Rochester paper.  Dr. John Dove give $273 from Missouri and Virginia Lodges. ER-14, p. 29","A.L.S. Rochester, NY. Reports on work with schools.  Asks for 200 Appeals.  Suggests other energetic workers. ER-12, p. 225","A.L.S. Erie. Regarding the Mount Vernon Fund and money raised. ER-D-8","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of subscription books to be used as samples for new VRs. ER-17, p. 29","A.L.S. Difficulties with Mrs. Kennedy explained in Mrs. K.'s letter just received. ER-14, p. 105","A.L.S. Cambridge. Disappointed Masonic Order has not contributed more.  Contributors want to see their names printed in the MV Record. ER-12, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Confidential.  Asks him to recommend VR for Mo. to replace Mrs. Walton who resigned because of ill health.  Mrs. George Collier, sr. has declined; asks about Mary Reyburn. ER-12, p. 104","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks her to send funds to C.H. Parker, Suffolk Savings Bank, Boston, before Jan. 24, but keep subscription books open.  Urges her to further action. ER-12, p. 116","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends correctons for Dec. Record--will take measures with Masonic lodges. ER-5, p. 1-H","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $273.10 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 99","Philadelphia. Send \"monies\" to Regent which will be properly transferred.  \"Record\" not yet self-sustaining nor adequate to demands made on it.  Requests from Virginia Archives, names from Tenn. and N.C. and names from Ga. Sent to Miss Eve. ER-1, p. 111","A.L.S. Woodbury. Gives an entertainment in her mother's home and raises $66 for MV Assn; farmers send the ingredients for the refreshments as their share.  Hopes for a notice in Record. ER-14, p. 67","A.L.S. New York. Report for the Record, giving names of Lady Managers in various counties; gratifying response from Appeals to Masonic Lodges, militia,and young people.  Transportation companies carry MV bundles free of charge.  Asks to publish this report in Conn. papers. ER-4, p. 61","A.L.S. Geneva. Reports her efforts, finds much opposition to high price asked by J.A. Washington, and to giving to this enterprise when so many people are suffering for necessities.  The government should have acted in this matter many years ago. ER-12, p. 231","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks for more corrections in MV Record.  Approves putting by some money from purchase fund.  Reports on work in various counties. ER-12, p. 231","A.L.S. Reports another $100 from Mrs. Sigourney.  As soon as Regent approves Conn. Report will publish it in all county papers.  Is impatient for appearance of next issue of MV Record. ER-4, p. 55","Dover. Newspaper clipping--success of collections in Delaware, but appeal for more funds. ER-17, p. 30","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re the unfortunate affair in having his sister-in-law asked to be VR-Ky and then having Mrs. Johnson appointed.  Suggests ways of smoothing out the affair (see p. 78-82). ER-13, p. 83","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $194.40 from Geo. Yerger--Mr. Everett to be in Phila. This week--pressing business prevents his going to Phila. now. ER-21, p. 101","A.L. Incomplete. Schenectady, NY. Unknown author, probably a lady manager. Has sent in subscription books for her region, has 38 managers engaged. ER-12, p. 233","A.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Regarding her appointment as lady manager. ER-12, p. 226","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regents finds Pennsylvania difficult to organize.  Declares herself only \"a private Asst.\" as Miss Johnson is private sec. to the Regent.  Regent rec'd Mrs. C's letter re portraits by Mr. Butler, of whom she has not heard. ER-17, p. 31","A.L. Draft. Asks for interview, re VR-Pa; wants to make appointment while Edward Everett is there. ER-11, p. 51","A.L.S. New York. Sends many lists for Record.  Mrs. A.C. Paige sends in $912 for \"Schenectada.\" ER-12, p. 235","A.L.S. Sends $100 for MV fund.  (Letter signed by W.W. Brown, H.A. Prescott, F.J. Sheldon of Committee) ER-13, p. 8","A.L.S. Peterboro. (Peterborough?) Print letter of appeal regarding Frederick Douglass with personal letter to Mary Morris Hamilton handwritten on continuing page.Thinks purchase price of MV too high, is opposed to slavery and MV is not free from it. ER-12, p. 287","A.L.S. New York. Finds little interest in her community, reports various methods of arousing interest, has collected $50. ER-12, p. 227","A.L.S. Erie, NY. Reports on work started - $300 already subscribed. ER-13, p. 131","A.L.S. New York. Sends $30.65 from Hartford High School to be listed in MV Record. ER-14, p. 65","A.L.S. Sends note for next Record. ER-13, p. 8","A.L.S. Washington. Regarding money received. ER-21, p. 103","A.L.S. New York. Thinks Regent needs 2 secretaries.  Sorry Appeals from Kentucky and Wisconsin were omitted from Mount Vernon Record.  Re failure of Mr. Ullman's festival.  Cooperation of New York City press.  Opposition is better not answered, regrets feeling against John Augustine Washington, best to meet it with extracts from his letters.  Some Lady Managers make house to house calls. ER-12, p. 235","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Everett arrives, wants to adjust her duties and salary as Secretary.  States terms under which she will work, nine hours social freedom at other times, $500 a year, plus board, laundry, traveling expenses. Gives other details; otherwise she will resign. ER-13, p. 52","A.L.S. During his wife's illness, has carried on work, has 9 subscriptions in circulation, 5 more to start.  Has encountered some difficulties, definite opposition because price is too high, slavery, politics, etc. ER-12, p. 237","A.L.S. Albany, NY. Finds prejudice against MV plan.  Work progresses slowly. ER-12, p. 229","A.L.S. Yonkers, NY. Returning subscription book. Having a hard time persuading people to contribute, buy portraits. ER-12, p. 229","A.L.S. Palmyra. Re works in his region, and opposition of press. ER-12, p. 221","A.L.S. Washington. Received from her $1018.26--unable to leave here now.  ER-21, p. 105","A.L.S. Lake Providence. Sends $5. and list of names--desires portrait of G. Washington--will send money from other solicitors as soon as received. ER-381","A.L.S. Saratoga. Reports progress is slow but sure, will start work with schools soon. ER-12, p. 241","A.L.S. Erie. Reports progress is slow but sure, will start work with schools soon. ER-13, p. 135","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Reports funds received from various Managers, will distribute 24 copies of Record; General Call zealous and will speak June 14th at Masonic celebration. ER-4, p. 275","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. The \"Uhlman\" festival netted $1000, but is not sure that it was a wise procedure.  Country districts responding well.  Treasurer Riggs has rec'd $100,000, paid J.A. Washington $85,000, next payment due Jan 1860. ER-12, p. 241","A.L. Draft. Regrets he is unable to serve MV cause. ER-11, p. 56","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks her to note Rule printed on p. 38, Nov. no. of MV Record, re names to be published.  Mass list in Jan. no. to be regretted. ER-17, p. 31","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Difficulties in getting work started in Trenton.  Collects $79 from Mrs. Phillips). ER-8, p. 29","Washington. Will pay Mr. Washington's agents $5000--will make another $5000 payment as soon as draft for $6500 is collected from Mr. C. H. Parker, Boston. ER-21, p. 107","A.L.S. Washington. Paid today $5000 to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 109","A.L. Last half page with signature clipped away. Philadelphia. Problem of publishing names of $1.00 subscribers with limited space in Record.  Miss Nisbet will edit list under Regent's direction.  School children often give 3 or 5 cents. ER-1, p. 113","A.L.S. Woodbury, CT. Itemized statement of $860 sent to MV fund. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Richmond. Confidential. Gov. Wise refuses to give Secretary Pellet list of subscribers' names - and Mr. Mumford's report on reasons for refusal - new constitution not recognized by Gov.  Mr. Macfarland pays Mr. Riggs $65 for interest due on Savannah bonds. ER-3, p. 175","A.L.S. Cooperstown. Has had meagre success, even in schools. ER-12, p. 247","A.L.S. New York. Re his address, The History and Character of Washington, and the American Revolution and its Effect in Great Britain ad France 1775-1799.  Peter Cooper gives use of Institute's Assembly Hall.  Refers to insult to G/W's name by French Imperial Government last July 4. ER-12, p. 251","A.L.S. Washington. Received 3 checks totaling $625--$5000 to be paid to Mr. Washington today--will probably make another payment on Monday. ER-21, p. 111","A.L.S. Springfield. Injury keeps him from enlisting in MV cause, but will try to stir up enthusiasm.  Does not plan to publish anything on Cunningham family. ER-10, p. 81-","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Acknowledges receipt of letters, approves of unnamed plans sent. ER-12, p. 249","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of checks amounting to $1926 and deposit slip for $50--received from Mrs. Ritchie a check for $247.31--press of business prevents his writing to her regarding to matter in her private letter. ER-21, p. 113","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $500, hopes to increase it soon, wonder how the Regent sustains herself when \"state\" discouragements alone weigh down on a VR so heavily.  Asks about portraits wanted in one community. ER-8, p. 31","A.L.S. Washington. $500 check from New Jersey. ER-21, p. 115","A.L.S. New York. Refers to his public address and asks for some official representation of Assn. ER-12, p. 249","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $600 - has Regent's acknowledgement of 2 checks, $500 each. ER-8, p. 33","A.L.S. Washington. Returns $30 for endorsement--will advise Mr. Washington to call for $10,000. ER-21, p. 117","A.L.S. Williamsburgh, New York. Other names for E. Vale Smith are Euphemia Vale Blake, or E. Vale Blake. Writing a child's story for her son entitled St. George of America, the Eighth Champion of Christendom, and offers to give half proceeds to Mount Vernon. If Association will arrange for publication as reference to her writing ability gives names of prominent writers and editors. ER-12, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington. Received $500 from Ohio--hopes to advise her tomorrow of $10,000 to Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Macalester is as good a choice for VR as can be made. ER-13, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. $5000 paid on next bond is duly credited.  Does not want to go to Philadelphia unless necessity requires it.  Mrs. Lee, Arlington, writes that Mrs. Lorenzo Lewis wishes to give Nelly Custis' harpsichord to MVLA. ER-9, p. 61","A.L.S. Albany. Sent $151.12--has met with most cordial reception among laboring classes, and press. ER-12, p. 255","A.L.S. with typed transcript. Richmond. Receives Appeals.  Mrs. Eve's \"sublime letter\" enclosed proving first assn. was started in Ga. which Mrs. R. did not know, regrets deeply her published statement that Virginia was first state to act. ER-3, p. 197","A.L.S. Has declined another appointment which might conflict with his assistance to MVLA.","A.L.S. Washington. Act of incorporation of Association prohibits her negotiating for an advance of money by pledging the property as security--Mr. Washington's agent hasn't called for $10,000 payment. ER-21, p. 121","Photostat. Boston. Desires to know his views on borrowing money to consumate purchase of Mt. Vernon on the 22nd--he himself doesn't think it a good idea.  ER-508","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of 3 checks for $70, $132.81, and $30.66. ER-21, p. 123","A.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Washington $10,000 today. ER-21, p. 125","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Re Mrs. Barry, report from Mrs. Mitchell, general progress. ER-12, p. 118","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Everett seems averse to her borrowing money--hopes she will make payment on Feb. 22 as large as possible and complete purchase when she has the money. ER-21, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington. Has 3 checks she sent, amounting to $815. ER-21, p. 129","Two photostat copies and typed transcript. Chicago. Asks his permission to add his name as member of Board of Counsellors in state organization [Encloses a copy of act of Incorporation] Original copy at Library of Cognress, microfilm in the Illinois State Library. PS-81, TYP-324","Original A.L.S. with handwritten copy and photostat. New York. Adds to his gift of $50, another $1000 in memory of his grandfather, Capt. Nathan Coffin, a patriot of the Revolution.  ER-12, p. 256 and ER-12, p. 242","A.L.S. Individually is willing to cooperate with Mount Vernon movement but doubts expediency of official action unless it is general throughout land.  Feb.22 appropriate date for \"united effort toward purchase of Mount Vernon.\" ER-13, p.139","A.L.S. New York. Sends $509.50 from various banks. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Received from her 2 checks totaling $1014--has now on hand $2300, \u0026 hopes to pay Mr. Washington  more soon. ER-21, p. 131","A.L.S. North Hartland. Accepts honor offered--appointment as VR-Vt.  Will proceed to organize state promptly, to enlist interest of Vermont's distinguished sons and the Masonic Order.  Is already selecting Lady Managers. ER-11, p. 228","A.L.S. Boston. Everett writes to \"my dear friend,\" probably G.W. Riggs re consummation payment to John Augustine Washington.  Fears expected contributions will be disappointing.  Delays in receipts from orations he has given.  Brooklyn receipts may be $1000.  Has rec'd $1000 from Ledger contributions.  New York oration delayed by Everett's illness. ER-9, p. 227","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $300.  Will send out Appeal. ER-8, p. 35","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Sent Appeal to principal papers in Boston, throughout state, 22 in all, due to death of 3 prominent persons had to postpone theatricals.  Mrs. Otis getting up a Great Ball.  Realizes great undercurrent of feeling re slavery, and proceeds with caution.  Thinks Mass. may raise $15,000.  Mrs. Greenough in Genoa en route to Naples.  Tells of her detailed way of keeping track of affairs for VR. ER-12, p. 118","A.L.S. Duplicate. Offers to speak Feb. 22 for Mount Vernon if Everett's health does not permit him to keep appointment. ER-12, p. 251","A.L.S. Granville. Eager to have E. Everett give his lecture in their county. ER-12, p. 257","Multi-page A.L.S. with photocopy. Brooks lays out his ideas and concepts for improvements to Mount Vernon and how to make it a shrine with monuments, memorials, a \"Triumphal Arch,\" etc. Also suggests removing the outbuildings as they were the \"abodes of menials, or subsidiary to animals existence, awakening no inventive to preserve a mere materiality, that could hold no relation to the ideal.\" RM-478, ER-3917","A.L.S. Washington. Receives check for $294.48 from officers of the Navy Yard, Brooklyn. ER-21, p. 133","A.L.S. Philadelphia. According to Constitution, it isn't necessary to call a meetng before 12th of March--will defer calling of meeting. ER-382","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re sending in money, Mrs. Otis' Ball, asks for information on J.A. Washington's terms.  Commends VRs, N.H. and Vt., asks for 20 Records each month.  Asks about what Regent expects Mass. to give. ER-12, p. 119","A.L.S. New York. National Guard benefit--as official organization, not allowed to give, but Appeal distributed among them and may give individually. ER-12, p. 259","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Forwards $500 - E. Everett's help in state acknowledged. ER-8, p. 37","A.L.S. House of Representatives, Missouri. Mo. Legislature has appropriated $2000 for MVLA's effort to purchase G/W home and Tomb.  Thinks other States will follow Mo.'s example.  Commends Assn.'s work. ER-10, p. 79","A.L.S. Tangipahoa Depot, Louisiana. Sends $10 collected for Mount Vernon fund. ER-383","A.L.S. New York. Will try to send in any more money she gets before the 22nd. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks totaling $1046.58--received from Mr. Peabody in Boston $2000; $50 from Gen. George Mason Graham of La.; and $35 from Gen. George Mason Long of La.--has written Mr. Washington regarding making another payment. ER-21, p. 135","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Check for $700. Cause becoming popular and some prejudices against Association are being overcome. Mrs. Hoyt continues to make the cause unpopular in certain quarters. Hopes whole $200,000 will be paid this year.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $394.75 from Mrs. Ritchie and $272.36 and $1652.80 fro Miss Cunningham. Has drawn on Mr. Parker for $1135.35, will make as large a payment as possible to Mr. Washington by the 22nd. ER-21, p. 137","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Jefferson City. Missouri legislature has pased bill appropriating $2000 to Mt. Vernon fund--hopes other states follow example. ER-10, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports Pennsylvania progress under Miss Lily Macalester; large subscriptions to date from Mass. and N.Y.; $20,000 of the needed $25,000 now in GW. Riggs' hands. ER-1, p. 115","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Receipt written by Ann Pamela Cunningham on one side with letter to Mrs. Little on the reverse. Rec'd check for $1000 to be used on Feb. 22 installment; also one for $389.20 receipted by Regent. ER-19, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Accepts Vice Regency for Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 56","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Re date for calling annual meeting (cites Article 20 of Constitution), as VRs are needed in their own states for raising funds, no urgent business until purchase is made, Regent defers calling Grand Council until Assn takes possession of Estate (in year 1859). ER-17, p. 34","A.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Festival with tableaux planned, publicity arranged. ER-12, p. 261","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Formally acknowledging her acceptance of position. MVLA is a legal body and must make all appointments official. Will forward list of interested persons in her state. ER-4269 RM-576","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Appeal remains unacted upon, some influence needed to bring cause up for consideration; writer no longer active officer, but will give his aid and thinks Grand Lodge of City the most like to take action. ER-13, p. 141","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $1200 from F.H. Peabody of Boston, also from her checks for $652.51 and $1389.20. Will make payment on the 22nd. Error in appeal in Washington paper. ER-21, p. 139","A.L.S. Bellevue, FL. Last Appeal came too late for publication in Sentinel.  Is busy with a festival in a small village where a nephew of General Call will speak. ER-4, p. 257","A.L.S. Collects only 50 cents, gift of two boys. ER-12, p. 258","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. She has the authority to appoint Lady Managers. She will responsible for all fundraising activities in Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 124.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Quotes art.10 of Constitution re meetings.  Decides to defer calling Council until MVLA takes possession of Estate. ER-11, p. 63","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid today to Mr. Washington $18,712.78, thus paying Bond due in 1860, with interest due. ER-21, p. 141","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Wants all possible information on regulations governing association and on present successes of effort before bringing up subject of appropriations before Senate. ER-5, p. 1","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Printed Appeal to the people of … with a short note accompanying it. ER-13, p. 56-57","A.L.S. Congratulates her on her appeal in today's newspaper. ER-5, p. 1-L","A.L.S. Washington. Received $255.83 from Mrs. Hoyt of Madison, Wisconsin, proceeds from Mt. Vernon Festival there--$1000 from Mrs. Eve, from Mt. Vernon Fair--checks for $132--has $13,000 and shall pay today at least $15,000. ER-21, p. 143","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid today $15,000 to John A. Washington. ER-21, p. 145","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Quotes Constitution (which became law on passage of Act of Incorporation on Mar 12, 1856 and its formal acceptance by VRs) on calling Council.  Will defer meeting until Assn takes possession of Estate provided this is during 1859. ER-19, p. 51, 53, 55","A.L.S. Difficulties in raising funds, slavery problem hinders. ER-12, p. 265","A.L.S. Washington. Received her telegram that $700 will come--also Miss Hamilton's that $13,000 will come tomorrow--payment of yesterday increased $3712.78 to pay bond in full--will make another payment tomorrow or next day--expects $1000 from Chicago. ER-21, p. 147","A.L.S. Washington. Amount paid yesterday completes payment of Bond due in 1860 of $41,666.66 with interest due--encloses statement. ER-12, p. 149","A.L.S. dated first on February 23 and continued later on April 4. Havana. Raising MV funds difficult, local taxes are high, opposition to purchase price of MV in general. When writing on April, reports she has received positive feedback from an interested party and has forwarded the subscription book back with updates. Says more can be done next winter and she will try again then. ER-12, p. 263","A.L.S. New York. Reports Mrs. Sigourney's gift of $100. ER-4, p. 55","A.L.S. Boston. Reports Mrs. Sigourney's gift of $100. ER-9, p. 229","A.L.S. Masonic Hall, Philadelphia. Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania is unable to contribute to MV Assn because of its present heavy indebtedness. ER-13, p. 143","A.L. Draft by Christie Johnson on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Philadelphia. Pleased she accepts vice-regency. ER-11, p. 54","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $13,000 from Miss Hamilton--also $700, $660, and $1000 from Miss C.--he advanced $6000 to payment on Feb. 22--todays receipts enable him to pay Mr. Washington another $10,000. ER-21, p. 151","A.L.S. Washington. Received $66 from Masons in District of Columbia. ER-21, p. 153","A.L.S. New York. Sends itemized statement of expenses and receipts for lecture at Cooper Institute Feb 21--net profit of $5.00. ER-12, p. 264","A.L.S. New York. Wrote her informally on action of his military company and asks letter should not be filed.  Contributions to MV funds have been generous. ER-12, p. 269","A.L.S. and typed transcript. Richmond. Sends Mr. Riggs $650 collected in state; wishes information about VR for Pennsylvania for publication; Dr. Dove wants VR-Ga to reach Grand Master of Masonic Lodge; suggestion for furthering work with other Masonic Lodges; suggestion for VR in Oregon; expresses admiration for Mrs. Eve; first Grand Council called after taking possession of MV; urges Regent to consider carefully the future and seek counsel wisely; difficulties with Savannah group. ER-3, p. 199","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Ritchie checks totaling $655.36--also $242 from Miss C. ER-21, p. 155","A.L.S. and handwritten copy. Dover. Reports subscriptions of $2050; subscriptions to Record, sales of portraits.  State was organized Nov 20 - amount raised mainly through $1 contributions. ER-3, p. 177 and ER-17, p. 33","Draft. Pleased with her acceptance of Vice Regent of Pennsylvania. ER-11, p. 77","A.L.S. New Orleans. Sends money from sales of Washington portraits. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. Blakely. Authorization for Riggs to pay $15,000 to Burke and Herbert Bank toward bond of the MVLA. ER-23, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent so appreciative of Mrs. Comegys' progress; checks should go directly to G.W. Riggs who is preparing for another payment.  Everyone appreciates Miss Macalester's appointment. ER-17, p. 35","Typed transcript. Original document at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History. A.L.S. Chapel Hill. Mr. Miller's lecture was very successful, encloses check with profits. RM-144, PS-2400","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Acknowledges Miss H.'s note of commendation for her MV efforts. ER-12, p. 261","A.L.S. Dover. Gives name of Mrs. Handy of Philadelphia as possible helper for Mount Vernon. Welcomes her to their ranks. ER-5, p. 211","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $425 from Mrs. Ritchie--has just paid $10,000 to Mr. Washington's agent. ER-21, p. 157","A.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Washington $10,000 today. ER-21, p. 159","A.L.S. Washington. Short description of visit to MV, and suggestion for raising funds. ER-12, p. 263","A.L.S. Wrote to Pres. of Senate and Speaker of House in Mo. which resulted in State appropriation of $2,000, and will continue efforts in State to raise funds and find a suitable successor to Mrs. Walton. ER-10, p. 61","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Many apathetic, few enthusiastic, account of how school contributed in small sums, $32.54--fine moral effect on children, hopes to be able to raise $2000, gives details of her work. ER-12, p. 271","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re plans for raising funds, has more than $100 in response to Appeal.  Bill for $2000 introduced into State Senate. ER-13, p. 58-59","A.L.S. Senate, Harrisburg. Congratulations on appointment as VR--intends to support measure for state appropriation of money to Mt. Vernon, but desires information on aims and condition of Association. ER-5, p. 1-L","A.L. Draft, not complete. Appeal through Mr. Fourney.  Cites how Assn. met terms of purchase contract signed April 1858, when $18,000 was paid.  1st installment due Dec.2, 1858, paid Jan.1., 1859, $57,000; 2nd installment due Feb.22, 1860 already paid $25,000.  $15,000 now invested a 6%; large sums collected in various states.  Expects $150,000 to be paid J.A.W. on Feb 22, 1859, leaving balance on purchase price $50,000 to be raised.  Lists various types of people contributing. ER-11, p. 71","A.L.S. and photostat of copy. Boston. Remits to Mr. Riggs $11,000 for Mount Vernon fund -- this brings to $60,893 amount forwarded to Mr. Riggs -- this is virtually all on hand except small amount due him for a \"Washington\" lecture. ER-9, p. 231 and ER-509 (photostat)","A.L.S. Lynchburg. Writes to inform her of Missouri legislature's appropriation of $2000 to Mt. Vernon fund -- since dealth of her husband, has been unable to spend any effort on Mt. Vernon -- consideration of someone to succeed her [as VR]. ER-14, p. 107","Handwritten copy. Letter by Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Clinton. Buffalo. Has raised $1000, festival a success. Gives a spy story handed down in her family from Revolutionary days. ER-12, p. 273","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Christie Johnson is quite ill. Will send nos. of Record desired. MV Record suitable for binding. Suggests family subscription of $1.00 so name may be printed and handed down in family records. G.W.Riggs paid $10,000 making more than $28,712 paid since Fe.22. VR-NY will send $5500. Had G/W's Birthday been one month later, funds would have been ready. Wants accts of Feb. 22nd celebration for MV Record. Desires MV paid for and possession taken before Regent's birthday, Aug.15, or should it be E.Everett's birthday or Mary Ball's? ER-17, p. 36","A.L.S. signed by Cunningham in the writing of Christie Johnson. Philadelphia. Asks for report in connection with Feb. 22, showing subscriptions, newspaper clipings which could be used in MV Record or for other purposes. ER-11, p. 78","A.L.S. Anna Cutts, private secretary pro tem. North Hartland, Vermont. Rec'd documents for VR. Appeals already sent to leading newspapers, will correct errors as directed. ER-11, p. 228","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Acknowledgement of adjustment of $913.27 for three Everett lectures sent to Regent which is now in G.W. Riggs' hands for \"Auxiliary MV Fund\". ER-8, p. 7","A.L.S. Washington. Received from her check for $616. ER-21, p. 161","A.L.S. Washington. Paid to John A. Washington's agents $5000 today. ER-21, p. 163","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $5500 from Miss Hamilton -- also two checks for $80 from Miss. C. -- shall at once pay Mr. Washington another 45000. ER-21, p. 165","A.L.S. New Orleans, LA. Solicits her as a patron for their \"national picture of 'Washington and his Generals' \". ER-384","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes items on celebrations of Feb. 22 for the Record. The $13,000 from N.Y. is included in $28,000 paid John A. Washington. ER-11, p. 78","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $110 from Mrs. Fogg, contributed by Nashville Free School, etc. ER-21, p. 167","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Devereux sent 50 cop. of Feb. Record. Regent wants all Del's lists. All material to be sent since MV demands on him have become too great, to Regent who will prepare printing for Devereux. Chicago's grand fete Feb. 22 yields $1000, Augusta Fair, $1200-. Payments soon to be $149,000 to John A. Washington, purchase and interest. E. Everett advanced $11,000. ER-17, p. 37","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Difficulty of keeping list of names of contributors accurately - unfamiliar names and illegible writing. ER-8, p. 39","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends $12 for 12 portraits from Mrs. C.W. Murat of Tallahassee, Fla.; will send draft for \"portrait money\" soon. ER-16, p. 260","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Expressed copies of last Record. Comments on legislators that enroll as members. Some in Illinois refuse. ER-1, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Keep portrait money separate from contributions, because it is credited as Messrs. Devereaux's donation -- percentage of money from portraits that goes to Mr. Vernon --suggestions for organizing in La. to give impetus to contributions -- Northern \u0026 western states doing much better than South in donations -- suggests hiring a secretary to write personal letters to people instead of a printed appeal. ER-385","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $160 from Miss Johnson -- also $11,000 from Mr. F.H. Peabody of Boston -- will notify Mr. Washington he wants to make another payment. ER-21, p. 169","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Reports again on amount sent from various lectures by E.Everett. Reports 2 Birthday celebrations, and a bishop's address to be printed for benefit of MV has excellent press notices. Explains her accounts and money sent. Note written on page, \"Forwarded to Regent $4,5 25.81, E.Everett lectures $913.27, total amount $5439.08.\" ER-8, p. 41","A.L.S. Washington. $237.25 received from Mrs. Richie. ER-21, p. 171","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wants entire list of Masonic Order to be published in MV Record. Sec. to have short leave for rest. Regrets MV Records have not yet reached Mrs. C. \"Entire legistlature of Del. has taken part in purchase of MV\". ER-17, p. 39","A.L.S. Elizabeth, NJ. Sends $150 but fears collections will be slower in future. Waiting for reports from various towns before she can complete state report. Reports again sums sent to Regent and to E.Everett. Sends list of donors and amounts from Newark. ER-8, p. 43","A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses draft for $104 rec'd on account of Washington portraits. ER-16, p. 261","Typed transcript. Original at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History. Received check, very greatful. RM-144, PS-2401","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $105 -- awaiting authority from Mr. Washington to make payment -- Mrs. Kennedy to procure check on N.Y., Phila. or baltimore to lessen loss by exchange. ER-21, p. 175","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Subscribers list sent with check -- Managers anxious to get their \"Records\" -- small subscription lists coming in.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re contributions, rivalry between Mrs. Chace and Mrs. Otis in raising fund. Effect of announcement of purchase on raising contributions. ER-12, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. C. for her suggestions and cooperation. ER-17, p. 44","A.L.S. Boston. 2500 visitors called at Mrs.O's home on Feb. 22. After 10 yrs. succeeded in making G/W's birthday a public and legal festival, 1st state to take such action. Gov.Gardner signed Bill. Reports Mar. 4th Ball at Theatre preceded by Levee at her home, and press and public are enthusiastic. ER-12, p. 103","A.L. St. King. Most likely a copy in the writing of a secretary. ER-12, p. 273","A.L.S. Washington. Sends another official letter dated Feb. 22, to announce payment -- hopes to make another payment soon. ER-21, p. 175","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Comment on Delaware's fine work. N.Y. 7th regiment gives $2000. Trying to get returns to report raising $50,000 since 22nd: paid off 3rd installment of $41,666.66 due in '61 with interest. ER-1, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on success - will try to have each subscriber's name printed in the Record. Future is \"as plain to Regent as handwriting on the wall,\" so could not doubt. ER-11, p. 79","A.L.S. probably a copy in Cunningham's writing. Private. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 119","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid to Mr. Washington today $10,000. ER-21, p. 179","A.L.S. Washington. Has authority to make payment of $10,000 at once -- will seek permission to pay $5000 more at once -- $1200 from Mr. Parker of Boston. ER-21, p. 177","A.L.S. West Point. West Point cadets will contribute about $500, sent in by Capt. Delafield to Regent. Cites inaccuracies in M.V. Record. ER-12, p. 274","A.L.S. Washington. Has paid Mr. Washington's agent today $5000. ER-21, p. 181","A.L.S. Washington. Has checks for $575.50 from Delaware, $500 from Illinois, and 2 checks from Miss C. amounting to $290 -- has paid Mr. Washington today $5000 -- Mr. Washington gives authority to agent to receive payments as they are offered -- $30,000 paid on account of bond -- correcting error of $909.27 in N.J. remittance. ER-21, p. 183","A.L.S. New York. Sends contributions and lists prospects. ER-14, p. 69","A.L.S. Boston. Sorry he has not answered her previous letters. Discusses payments and recent money raised by lectures. Thinks highly of Miss Hamilton who is \"indefatigable.\" The ball in Boston went well, mostly because of Mrs. Otis' efforts. ER-9, p. 233","A.L.S. Clinton, Louisiana. Regrets apathy to Mt. Vernon cause -- hopes she can prevail on Mr. Everett to deliver orations in South and West -- next year prior to Feb. 22 would be best time -- work done in wards of his parish -- sends $10 for copy of \"Tribute to the Mount Vernon Fund,\" dedicated to Mr. Everett. ER-386","A.L.S. Washington. Checks received, amounting to $1022 -- hopes to complete payment of 3rd installment soon. ER-21, p. 185","A.L.S. Jefferson City, Missouri. Re portrait of G/W he was commissioned to paint for Missouri Capitol at time the State appropriated $2000 for MV fund. ER-10, p. 83","A.L.S. Lends copy of Ladies Shopping Guide, 25c. Offers 400 copies as a gift. ER-13, p. 145","A.L.S. New York. Sends $18.30. ER-14, p. 71","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Mr. Riggs $441.25 including Dr. Dove's contribution.  Difficulties in crediting Masonic contributions. ER-36, p. 203","A.L.S. Washington. $1000 FROM Mrs. Sarah King Hale of New Hampshire--also, from Mrs. Ritchie, $441.25--expects proceeds from Ball in Boston. ER-21, p. 187","A.L.S. with enclosed news clipping. Providence. Devereux sent engravings for sale at MV festival, too late.  Took in over $1000 at Festival and will clear $800.  News clipping gives information about the festival. ER-13, p. 9","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re sketches being made of house and grounds.  Because of so many inaccurate engravings of MV published in N.Y., Regent asks J.A.W. to allow no sketch or drawing to be made in future without her consent.  Wishes illustrations to be competently done and exclusively for publication Assn. designated. ER-9, p. 63","A.L.S. Manitowoc. His sentiments on efforts to purchase Mt. Vernon--believes unity of their purpose will help allay sectionalism in country.  Post script on small piece of paper states that Masons in the state will act on subject of support for Mt. Vernon.  (Envelope dated Mar. 14, 1859 and addressed to Philadelphia, Penn.)","A.L.S. Boston. Private. East Brooklyn oration may yield $500, one on 4th made $1400, skating club gives $100, etc.  Hopes to send $2000 shortly.  Commends N.Y. contributors. ER-9, p. 235","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. (Hopkinson is secretary to VR of Massachusetts). Re collecting funds to send to G.W. Riggs.  Wrote 19 letters in one day to ascertain amount Mass. has raised.  Wonders about effect of publishing purchase of MV on future contributions.  Mrs. Otis raises $4000.  Mrs. Otis insists she was appointed VR before Mrs. Greenough. ER-12, p. 119","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Floridians not patriotic enough to celebrate Feb. 22.  Will send $50 to G.W. Riggs as directed.  Reports on village festival.  Floridians getting luke warm and she will probably not raise more than $2000 in state. ER-4, p. 259","A.L.S. Washington. Printers of Washington send contribution. ER-21, p. 189","A.L.S. Sends Republican's article on MV, also plans for E. Everett's oration in Saint Louis.  Sure of success now that John A. Washington agrees to sell. ER-14, p. 105","A.L.S. Alexandria. Sends her Devereux and Co. letter re reproductions of MV.  J.A.W. has always allowed anyone who wished to sketch MV.  Asks that Regent instruct him on this subject, so that he may act accordingly and give authority for such action. ER-9, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Received checks for $1105--received $122 from Printers of Washington--hopes to pay balance on 1861 bond soon. ER-21, p. 191","A.L.S. She is almost well. Chides APC for her carelessness of her health. A printed appeal to the state of Pennsylvania. is included, dated Feb. 22, 1859. ER-5, p. 1-K","A.L.S. Alexandria. Has asked Regent to instruct him re reproductions of MV to be made in future. ER-9, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. $910.10 from Iowa--needs $9000 more to complete 3rd installment--will make a payment of $5000 if no more comes in. ER-21, p. 193","A.L.S. McMakin on behalf of Cunningham. Apologizes for misunderstanding in the matter of Mr. Devereux, an artist who Miss Cunningham had encouraged to do illustrations of Mount Vernon at about the same time as Lossing.  Miss Cunningham asks Washington's forgiveness for some unspecified breach of etiquette on the part of one \"who\" has not that acquaintance with polished society. RM-523, ER-4260, 4 p.","New Orleans. Money for Washington Portraits--difficulty of collecting anything in La.--no interest among French \u0026 Spanish \u0026 Yankee merchants  \u0026 speculators--flood of Mississippi River did much damage--much ridicule of cause--statement of moneys spent and received--has no secretary, to save expenses--refuses to do anything to promote the cause which she is sure would bring ridicule or failure to it--no men in state offer assistance--has enlisted services of Henry Marston. ER-387","A.L.S. Makes payment of $5000 on bond due in 1861--$6,666.66 more due on it, plus interest--goes to N. York for several days--if money comes in during his absence, someone in charge will make final payment. ER-21, p. 195","A.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 today. ER-21, p. 197","A.L.S. Cambridge. Private. Sends Mrs. Otis' unique effusion, but she did raise $4000 at Ball.  Sorry Regent couldn't make payment she wanted to.  Col. Sylvanus Thayer sent $100. ER-12, p. 117","A.L. Copy. Galveston. Feels much can be accomplished in Texas if a responsible, energetic person is appointed--recommends her aunt, Miss Nancy Watrous [enclosed in letter from C. Johnson to M.S. Morse, April 18, 1859]. ER-436","Photostat. Boston. A mistake in amount of funds credited to his orations in New Jersey. ER-510","A.L.S. North Hartland, Vermont. Re organization of work in state.  Send Regent's Appeal and statement of appointment of VR-Vt to editors; have had tardy response in some cases.  Gives various details of her work. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. New York. John Walker of Waverly Magazine. Offers to give his lecture \"The Age We Live In\" any place the Assn. designates. ER-10, p. 84","Concerning agreement of books.  Reports proceeds from three orations in N.J. is $913.27. ER-23, p. 123","A.L.S. Boston. Reports Boston Ball a success, has not yet received proceeds.  Thinks it will be impossible to raise a dollar after estate is paid for; if last payment is deferred, it will aid needed restoration fund. ER-12, p. 129","A.L.S. New York. Received $1000 from Rhode Island and $2500 from F. H. Peabody--his partner will credit funds and make payment in his absence. ER-21, p. 199","A.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 today on bond. ER-21, p. 201","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Written by Mary McMakin on Cunningham's behalf. Miss C's father 'hopelessly ill\"; Christie Johnson away temporarily; \"Record\" publication delayed, waiting to announce payment and date re it; expect $4000 from Boston Ball. ER-1, p. 121","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Newark donors for publication in Record. ER-8, p. 45","A.L. Thought to be written by Mary Chesnut, a future Vice Regent. Near Camden, South Carolina. Forwards a handwritten account of a reception at Trenton in 1789 and a song \"Ode, Song at Trenton\" by an 84 year old woman who claims to have been an acquaintance of Washington. She also sends a donation.   ER-3, p. 202 and 204","A.L.S. Greenwich. Answering a letter on behalf of her mother, Mary B. Gibbs, an abolitionist whose house was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Says her mother does not sympathize with cause of Mount Vernon, and she will remain focused on the abolition of slavery. Declines appointment as Lady Manager. ER-12, p. 275","A.L.S. Cambridge. Asks for copies of Constitution, return of Mrs. Otis' letter, and commends Mass. Managers. ER-12, p. 119","A.L. in writing of Hamilton's secretary, E.J.M. Note of thanks to Walker for agreement to give four lectures on \"The Age We Live In\" for the MVLA.  Terms of the agreement made clear.","A.L.S. Laura Catherine Spencer Clinton, wife of George W. Cinton. Buffalo. Feelings against any newspaper notices.","A.L.S. Washington. Received $5000 from Miss Hamilton and paid off balance of bond for $41,666.67 due Feb 22, 1861, with interest. ER-21, p. 205","A.L.S. New York. Discusses cost to pay off bond. ER-21, p. 203","A.L.S. Washington. Paid balance due on bond, payment being $3979.73. ER-21, p. 207","Telegram. The Magnetic Telegraph Company. Washington. Receipt of $5000 from Miss Hamilton and balance of bond and interest paid in full. ER-21, p. 209","A.L. Draft. Baltimore. Regent greatly pleased at the \"magnificent and successful ball in Boston\" for MV fund. Second draft letter on reverse addressed to \"Dear Sir.\" ER-11, p. 81","A.L.S. Boston. Re illness of Regent's father, counsels with Dr. against her trip home.  Send $2500 to G.W. Riggs - results of N.Y. and Brooklyn lectures, contributions from Ledger readers and others - will speak 4 times in April in N.C.  Will stop in Washington for Miss Corcoran's wedding. ER-9, p. 237","A.L.S. G.W. Riggs telegraphed 3rd completed installment with interest, due in 1861.  MV Record will publish payment.  $62,000 plus paid since Feb. 22.  Mass and Del VRs fear no more funds will be given. ER-16, p. 1","A.L.S. New York. Payment in full of bond. ER-21, p. 211","A.L.S. New York. Bill for chandeliers used at Association Ball in Dec.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Rate of payments to J.A. Washington faster than Miss H. dared to hope they could be.  Advises withholding last payment until there is also $50,000 invested.  Better to let public keep on working for purchase fund as restoration is imperative. ER-12, p. 243","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mistakes in MV Record. ER-12, p. 275","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $231 from Mrs. Ritchie. Also $22 and $150 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 213","A.L.S. Sends a paper which she thinks will aid Mrs. C. in arousing surveyors' interest in Mount Vernon.  A surveyor has written 50 of these to surveyors in Georgia.  Suggests publishing same in newspapers. ER-17, p. 45","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mass. asks that only certain names be printed in Record, rest placed in Archives' lists.  Returns Mrs. Otis' letter, supper costs at Ball took considerable out of profits.  Wants more Records for distribution. ER-12, p. 120","A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges letters she dictated to Sec. M. M'Makin.  Pleased with another payment to J.A. Washington.  Asks what J.A.W. is doing about various affairs, plans to change Charter, letting Thornburn start restoration at MV.  Advises keeping considerable sum on hand but convertible at all times.  Cannot stop in Philadelphia on return from North Carolina. ER-9, p. 239","A.L.S. Fund raising activities in Massachusetts. 12-146","A.L. Draft. Cannot say what effect the actual possession of MV will have on public, to decrease or increase financial aid.  Some will give to Assn. but not to J.A. Washington. ER-11, p.50","A.L.S. Sorry she is sick--has sent 100 Records and other things to California by steamer--sends \"Delaware State Journal\"--great call for July no. of Record necessitates their reprinting it; also the Aug. and Sept.--will go to [Mt. Vernon] on Monday to make some \"truthful sketches\" of the place. ER-D-38","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Reduced appropriation bill for $1000 for Mt. Vernon passed Senate--couldn't get $2000. ER-5, p. 1-L","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Appropriation bill in Committee of Conference now and is assured of passage. ER-5, p. 3","A.L.S. Jackson. Did not try to hold a Feb. 22nd.  Individual efforts more successful because of rural propulaton.  Contributions and sales progressing.  Will send subscribers' names to be printed in MV Record. ER-14, p. 83","A.L.S. Mendota. Re progress of state organization of Minn.  Sends copy of her Appeal which has been published in length and favorably noticed in most papers. ER-11, p. 234","A.L.S. Washington. Has drawn on Mr. Parker of Boston for $4500. Mr. Washington now wants the notice to be given before payments. Advises making no more payments for a while, but invest some of money, so when purchase is completed association will have some money to improve the property. ER-21, p. 215","A.L.S. Washington. President of steamboat company. The continuance of boat service.  States terms they had with J.A. Washington, including amount on hand due Assn and needed repairs on wharf. ER-3, p. 179","A.L. Harrisburg. Will vote for appropriation of $1000 for Mt. Vernon by state of Pa. ER-5, p. 1","A.L.S. Senate Chamber. Lets her know progress of appropriation bill--goes into a committee of Conference, and prospects for its adoption very good. ER-5, p. 2","A.L. Harrisburg. Agrees to work to get appropriation of $1000 House of Representatives. ER-5, p. 1","A.L.S. Asks when they will have possession of MV.  Interested in cleaning up place and gardening.  Encloses $121. ER-14, p. 71","A.L.S. San Francisco. Mr. McLane had appointed Mrs. Blanding whose work is most satisfactory--no better selection could be made. ER-8, p. 249","A.L. Philadelphia. Draft. Acknowledges again \"Israelites\" contributions to Mount Vernon purchase fund, corrects misunderstanding, urges them to further efforts.  Memos follow for same letter, gives list of names, cites work to be done in S.C. ER-11, p. 83","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Failure of House to vote an appropriation to Mt. Vernon fund. ER-5, p. 2","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $250 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-21, p. 217","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent is attempting difficult task of appointing a Vice Regent for each state.  Asks suggestions for Texas.  States qualifications desired for a Vice RegentR. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. She fell and hurt her foot, but will see APC today. ER-5, p. 3","A.L.S. Granville. Says people will not give a cent, but offer to pay a dollar to hear E. Everett. ER-12, p. 277","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $150. ER-21, p. 219","A.L.S. Grand Lodge, New York.Answer to MV Appeal; will present appeal to annual meeting in June. ER-12, p. 277","A.L.S. Christie Johnson on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Philadelphia. Expresses gratitude for hospitality shown to Mr. Devereux, the artist, during his visit to Mount Vernon and the gift of Washington papers (\"drafts of General Washington\") made to Ann Pamela Cunningham by  John Augustine Washington.  And requests information about contract and title of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4258, 5 p.","A.L.S. Elizabeth. More donors and amounts to be published in the Record.  Account of Miss Mary Halsey, a very efficient young helper, who recently died. ER-8, p. 47","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mary McMakin for Ann Pamela Cunningham. Pleased that she has rec'd contributions from Texas and Nebraska.  Asks for suggestions for a VR-Tex.  Sends her more portraits for sale.  A receipt for $44 written by Ann Pamela Cunningham follows the letter. ER-14, p. 45","A.L.S. Washington. Received $60 from Mrs. Murat and $150 from Mrs. Morse. ER-21, p. 221","A.L.S. Cambridge. Comments on Regent's efforts with Congress.  Approves MV Record's notice of Mrs. Otis, hopes the $140,000 may be raised.  Regrets Mrs. Ritchie's father's death withdraws her from public efforts.  Is selling MV canes, medals, pictures, but balks at acting as \"commission agent for cane factory.\" ER-12, p. 121","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $321 from Mrs. Ritchie and $164 from Mrs. Morse--will follow her instructions if she should want to invest money for Association. ER-21, p. 223","A.L. Draft in the writing of Christie Johnson. Florida and Louisiana funds rec'd.  Asks various states advisability of retaining part of purchase fund for investment.  Determined with help of G.W. Riggs and legal advisers to demonstrate women's business ability.  Consults D.P. Brown on official procedure.  Treasurer to report to Regent, nature of permanent investments,purchased and held on her approval in names of Assn., funds payable on Regent's order.  Seeks safe investments. ER-11, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Resignation of Mrs. P.H. Dickinson as the North Carolina Vice-Regent.  Purchase of Mt. Vernon lacks only $41,666.66.  Asks Mrs. Morehead Walker to become N.C. Vice-Regent, that North Carolina might be spurred to participate in the final phases of purchasing Mt. Vernon. A-761","A.L.S. Nashville. List of contributors to be published in the Record. ER-10, p. 183","A.L. Draft. Regent's appreciation of Connecticut's activities; comments on a man's offer to guide associaton; refers to Constitution and fact that she has best legal advice on important questions; no action re G.C. Thorburn can be taken until Grant Council meets; first outlays for repairs of the perishable, needs an architect for this; comments on J.A. Washington's cooperation but Regent's unwillingness to start repairs before Assn takes possession; Washington family alarmed at moving from MV before their new home is finished; re investments of funds and payments to J.A. Washington; (end of letter cut off). ER-4, p. 50","A.L.S. and handwritten copy. West Point, New York. 229 cadets of the Academy present $458 and will extend their interest in MV cause into their home communities.  Copy of this letter filed on same page with another letter, unsigned, dated West Point, April 19. ER-10, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Christie forwards copy of letter to Miss C. sent in error to Miss Hamilton--knows nothing of writer or Miss Watrous--usually a good rule that one offering herself for post of VR lacks delicacy and personal characteristics necessary for job. E-388","A.L.S Lancaster. Acknowledges her appointment as Lady Manager of Lancaster County. ER-5, p. 4","A.L.S. Manitowoc. Congratulates her on hers \u0026 Association's purchase of Mt. Vernon--hopes this will allay sectionalism--believes Masons in the state will donate large sum--portraits not arrived from Messrs. Devereaux.","A.L.S. Gratitude for Miss Hamilton's support fo Regent.  Mrs. Lyon writes as an agent of Mr. Bennett (photographer).  Mr. B. promised Regent only a percentage on pictures and Regent acknowledges receipt of money rec'd in MV Record.  Copy of Mrs. Gillett's letter was sent Mrs. Morse of New Orleans, Regent thought she could acquire information of Miss Watrous. ER-11, p. 78","A.L.S. Washington. Received $200 from Mrs. Fogg of Nashville--draft from Devereux. ER-21, p. 225","A.L.S. N.C. lecture tour laborious but satisfactory; proceeds from 4 nights will be about $2800.  Goes to Brandon with Mr. Ritchie.  Newspaper clipping re \"Mr. Everett in Raleigh\" on same page. ER-9, p. 241","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent notifies Mrs. Comegys that R.I. is \"neck and neck with Del.\"  Encourages Delaware to further efforts. ER-17, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Mrs. Anne J. Cox, Lady Manager of Adams Co., Ill., check for $200. ER-21, p. 227","A.L.S. Lower Brandon. Reports success of southern lectures.  Returns to Boston but expects to be in Philadelphia in May.  Comments on the Vice Regent of Illinois and urges keeping out of \"slavery\" discussion. ER-9, p. 243","A.L.S. Keene, N.H. Mrs. Hale agrees they must continue making collections with object in view of restoring Mt. Vernon as it was in G.W.'s time, not just for purchase of land--doesn't think they can count on Congress for appropriation but thinks states should contribute. ER-5, p. 295","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Is entertaining Eng. Statesman Cobden for next few days.  Wishes to borrow Memoir of Mr. Everett's Daughter. ER-13, p. 149","A.L.S. Washington. Draft to Messrs. Devereux for $626. Advises investment in sound stocks at low interest rate. safety is first consideration. Suggests state securities, some in Va. stocks and bonds. Henry W. Miller of Raleigh has been asked to deliver address for Association's benefit. Needs her sanction. ER-21, p. 229","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Hopes to send G.W. Riggs $4,000 or $5,000 soon.  Benson Lossing asks for card of introduction to Regent.  A Publisher has asked him to write a book on Mount Vernon, wants engraving of Regent for it.  Has confidence in his taste, accuracy and patriotism; he is direct and thoroughly reliable.  Approves employing retired soldier for MV police duty.  Asks about congressional appropriation for restoration. ER-12, p. 279","Handwritten copy. Mount Vernon. In reply to Regent's inquiry states that in August 1850 he contracted with Washington and Alexandria Steamboat Co. for their exclusive privilege of landing passengers for one year, company to build wharf, Washington family and freight carried free, also made plank walk to house; 1851, renewed for 2 years, but J.A.W. received 1/2 gross proceeds on route; time extended without contract.  Gives further details of arrangements.  Rec'd $576.44 for Jan 14-June 19, 1858; $398.66 was for time from Apr. 6 on.  Planned to use money for house repairs, new wharf and road to Vault. ER-9, p. 71","A.L. in writing of Washington. Probably first draft.  Recounts dealings with Washington and Alexandria Steamboat Co. since 1850; terms of contract, maintenance of wharf, and payments received.  Promised to send abstract of title to Mount Vernon and provides a summary of the document. RM-523, ER-4262, 4 p.","A.L.S. Terrebonne Parish. Sends list of subscribers and check for $48.00. ER-389","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from her of $1915.30 and receipt for $114.55 is for package of money from California. ER-21, p. 233","A.L.S. Washington. He will make temporary investment of $5000 in Treasury notes, despite low interest rate. This will be available for necessities after payment for property. Stock of Farmers Bank of Va. And Central R.R. and Banking Co. of Georgia has no Savannah Bonds. Promoting Mr. Miller's address. ER-21, p. 231","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Offers to furnish MVLA with E. Everett's Portrait for 40% discount on retail price, as their gift to MV. ER-13, p. 147","A.L.S. New York. Received from Miss Mary Hamilton $5000. Returns to Washington next week. ER-21, p. 235","A.L.S. New Orleans. Sends in $44, recommends Mrs. George Mason for VR-Tex.  $20 subscriptions for MV Record.  Has not received portraits for sale. ER-14, p. 47","A.L.S. Send Mrs. Butler's $50 subscription to the Washington Monument--amount collected by Mrs. Wm. Thompson given to Mrs. M.'s son. ER-390","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Comegys. for statistics.  E. Everett to lecture 10 or 12th in Philadelphia.  Suggests an invitation for him in Wilmington. ER-17, p. 50","A.L.S. New York. Will invest $5000 for Permanent Fund of the Association. Will purchase Va. State Bonds, $1000 received from Michigan. Will pay Mr. Washington as soon as funds come in. ER-21, p. 237","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks him to make a final settlement with Miss Johnson's guardian, Mr. Stimpson, for her retirement as secretary. ER-1, p. 125","A.L.S. Montreal. Has received Regent's acknowledgement of contributions, but not Records with published list of names. ER-8, p. 65","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Plans business call on Regent in Philadelphia.  Plans with Mr. Burke and Mr. Herbert for G.W. Riggs to make payment on last installment. ER-9, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received $20 for subscriptions. Gratified at Masonic support. Miss Cunningham anxious to hear from Texas. ER-391","A.L.S. New York. Credited to Mount Vernon Association the $98 in checks she sent. ER-392","Notice of receipt of $100 from Mrs. Murat and $98 from Mrs. Morse.  Expects to be in Philadelphia tomorrow. 21-239","Request of Regent for payment of bill for the reprint of materials. ER-D-88","A.L.S. Bellevue, Florida. Sends G.W. Riggs $160; will attempt a second Festival; will try to sell 12 copies of G/W portrait at a small profit; thinks Floridians interest has revived since Regent's last favorable statement. ER-4, p. 281","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Changes in her list of Committee and Managers--will forward her Ladies' money as soon as received--Challons' picture of Edward Everett--money scarce in West.","A.L.S. Boston. Starts for Philadelphia.  Expects to hear of success of Mrs. Ritchie's tableaux in Richmond. ER-9, p. 245","A.L.S. New Orleans. Pleased she approves suggestion of Mrs. Eleanor Wallace Mason for Vice Regent for Texas.  Recommends Miss Ida Slocomb highly.  Received illuminated Coat of Arms, odd nos. of MV Record and 200 portraits of Washington for sale.  Sends $50 to Devereux.  Asks for 2 sets of Record, 2 cop. Farewell Address, illuminated. ER-14, p. 47","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $420.  $20 sent for portraits.  Thinks she may have nearly $700 more to send. ER-8, p. 49","A.L.S. Harrisburg. On letterhead \"State of Pennsylvania Executive Chamber.\" Cannot attend Everett lecture but hopes for its great success. ER-13, p. 44","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Delays his trip a day at her request.  Conference to be held with Regent, Edward Everett and J.A.W. present. ER-9, p. 75","A.L.S. Sends in lists, clipping enclosed declaring E. Everett and Miss M.M. Hamilton the \"most efficient promoters.\"  Problem of announcing purchasing fund completed, when restoration funds must be raised.  Mrs. Greenough at Naples.  VR-N.H. examines Mass.' plan, approves Mrs. Cutts' appeal. ER-12, p. 121","A.L.S. Washington. Check for portraits received. Wrote Mr. Washington about immediate payment of $5000. ER-21, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Sarah King Hall $1000. ER-21, p. 247","A.L.S. by John Augustine Washington III in writing of a clerk or secretary, Burke and Herbert Bank. Will please pay to Burke \u0026 Herbert amt. $5000. ER-23, p. 127","A.L.S. Richmond. Re the 'sectional strife', Virginia's place in the statesmanship of the nation, Masonic contributions and enthusiastic approval of the MV cause. ER-10, p. 87","A.L.S. Miss Cunningham asks if she may have \"her guest\", E. Everett, for an hour's drive. ER-13, p. 53","A.L.S. Washington. Paid John A. Washington $5000 today. ER-21, p. 245","A.L.S. Washington. Send $5000 to Mr. Washington, payment on last bond. Check from Kentucky for $1268.80. ER-21, p. 249","Philadelphia. Send paper prepared as a basis for an agreement in reference to the Record--Mr. Brown to help simplify the agreement. ER-D-73","A.L.S. Regrets that engagements prevent his dining with her. ER-9, p. 245","A.L.S Philadelphia. Opinion on proposed agreement with Messrs. Devereux. ER-3, p. 207","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has to write a \"Mount Vernon Paper\" instead of seeing her.  Urges she undertake S.C. trip only if Dr. Hodge agrees to it. ER-9, p. 245","A.L.S. Weathersfield. Reports details of state organization, is enthusiastically devoting most of her time to it.  Mrs. Cutts' Appeal republished in all counties. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington. Received $30 dividends from Farmers Bank of Va. stock and $1 from John Rigney of Independent Plain in Washington Territory. ER-21, p. 251","A.L.S. Cambridge. Attempts to increase subscriptions through Masons, etc. with trifling results.  Will try for more from Harvard College, then call in books, send in Accts. and close subscription in Mass.  Is at end of her efforts.  Mr. Parker will forward funds to make Mass. contributions $20,000, a possible $1000 may follow. ER-12, p. 121","A.L.S. letter addressed to E., probably Edward Everett. Dr. Ward's ans. rec'd.  Asks to take out expenses.  Opera to be given June 2nd \u0026 3rd in Metropolitan Theater. Tickets $1.50.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends check for $102.55. Mrs. Hoyt has materially interfered in Association affairs, making Mount Vernon cause unpopular in places. Mr. Everett cannot come now.","A.L.S. Washington. $1500 received from Mrs. Ritchie. Check for $2837.72 from Miss C. Will give Mr. Washington $5000 more on last bond. Has on hand $5839.20, advises investment of next $5000. She can use invested money at any time. ER-21, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington. Paid $5000 to Mr. Washington today. ER-21, p. 255","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received remittance. Miss Cunningham agrees names of Masonic ccontributors should be published in \"Masonic Registry\" for La. ER-393","A.L.S. Apologises for writing Miss Johnson about a matter instead of her--he meant no offense. ER-D-32","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Will visit Regent in Philadelphia on Association business. ER-12, p. 279","A.L.S. Gives opinions on paints as she requested, J.A. Washington estimates repairs on house and grounds as $20,000 - need to enclose grounds; in restoration to G/W original state, suggests G.W. Riggs a business manager be asked to take charge, with Thornburn employed for grounds, and a master builder for house.  Question best time for taking possession, federal Gov't aid, adequate private protection.  Suggests problems connected with appointment of superintendent and labor employed; necessity for keeping \"sectional\" elements cut; advisability of settling all controversial questions in Grand Council; ceremonial if possession is taken on Feb. 22; declares he has discussed these questions with no one. ER-9, p. 247","A.L.S. Philadelphia. \"Strictly private.\" Wishes confidential talk with Mrs. Comegys before conference with Miss Hamilton, Miss Macalester and Mrs. C. re payments, calling Council and legal affairs.  Solicits Mr. Comegys' aid in legal affairs and as general counsel. ER-1, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington. Received $100 from Mm. Murat of Florida--also enclosures from Miss C., amounting to $1891.45--one check returned for endorsement. ER-21, p. 257","A.L.S. Draft. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham forced to dismiss Christie Johnson, secretary, yesterday.  Asks Miss Johnson's guardian to call on Regent. ER-16, p. 3","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy. Returns to Miss Johnson the letter of resignation sent to Regent, as Regent had dismissed her and such a letter as this is not in order. ER-16, p. 7","A.L.S. New York. Has examined documents through which John A. Washington came into Mount Vernon title.  Itemizes the papers needed for examination of title. ER-12, p. 283","A.L.S. Baton Rouge. Portraits arrived, oval frames an improvement--gave one to Masons and other to hang in Chas. Hatton's home on display--Masons' individual subscriptions--can't obtain names of people in far-off parishes during convention--Lady Manager of West Baton Rouge--the Marstons a wealthy and influential family. ER-394","A.L.S. Note. Philadelphia. Urges Mr. Comegys to accompany her on visit. ER-17, p. 50","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy by Mary McMakin. \"Private.\" J.A. Washington permits Assn. to start repairs before taking possessions.  Adviory Committee meeting called.  Asks him to have master builder inspect Mount Vernon and report; to visit Miss Hamilton in New York before her unofficial visit to Mount Vernon, J.A. Washington invites Upton Herbert for August if he accept superintendency. ER-1, p. 129-131","A.L.S. Informs him that Miss Hamilton and Mr. Riggs will travel to Mount Vernon to inspect the Mansion and decide what repairs may be needed. RM-523, ER-4263, 3 p.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent wishes further consultation with Mrs. C, Urges Mrs. C to confer with her husband on subjects discussed and give Regent the benefit. ER-17","A.L.S. Washington. Received draft for $20 and $997.05 from her. Cannot accompany Miss Hamilton to Mount Vernon today. Hopes oration of Mr. Miller will bring in good sum. ER-21, p. 259","A.L.S. Galveston, TX. Doesn't know Mrs. Mason's reply to Miss Cunningham's letter offering her Vice-Regency for Texas but thinks she has declined. ER-395","A.L.S. Ridgeway. Accepts appointment as Lady Manager for \"this county,\" but doesn't expect much success in raising funds. ER-5, p. 4","A.L.S. In writing of a secretary. Philadelphia. Thinks public anticipates an announcement of payment of purchase installments in full before contract date for last one Feb. 22, 1862.  Reasons for deferring 4th payment: John A. Washington may then move out and Association  would have to assume expense of maintaining Mount Vernon.  Association must also consider public's interest in raising funds for restoration and repairs.  Suggests a general public campaign with time limit a national holiday for collecting money for last installment; same to be planned by Vice Regent in each state. ER-19, p. 57","Philadelphia - copy of official letter from Regent \"Private.\" Plan to withhold 4th installment due Feb 22, 1862 which brings right to possession until sufficient funds accumulate to provide also for care and maintenance.  Urges July 4h to be used for focal date in securing funds for maintenance and repair. ER-1, p. 133","A.L.S. Washington. Repair on Mansion, employment of Upton Herbert as Supt., Mr. Riggs, Mr. Herbert, President of Steamboat Co. and Miss Hamilton make a hurried inspection of Mansion \u0026 outbuildings. p. 261","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Tribute to work of ladies for MV.  Decribes finding Timothy Dwight's Conquest of Canaan dedicated to G/W also a ms. autographed.  \"Prayers\", partly original, some copied, in G/W's handwriting--hopes it will be published soon. ER-13, p. 45","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Riggs, Mr. Bryan (Pres. of steamboat co. and a master builder) and Miss H. visit Mount Vernon.  Missed J.A. Washington and wife.  With Upton Herbert, she surveys most needed repairs.  Estimate $2000 return from boats and $1000 needed for repairing wharf.  Old Tomb needs guarding, now a 'dreadful sight'.  Universal desire to have MVLA take possession soon.  Typewritten copy on p. 284. ER-12, p. 281","A.L.S. In the writing of a secretary, signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Philadelphia. Letter saying that the Mount Vernon Ladies Association had funds to make the final installment for the purchase of the estate which was not due until 22 Feb. 1862; however, they would use those funds to make needed restoration and maintenance.  Miss Cunningham feared donation would not continue if the sale was finalized so far ahead of schedule. RM-977, MS-5585. 4 pp.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets not seeing Mrs. Comegys again.  Object of assembling Vice Regents in evening was to ask their opinions as patriots only, but Edward Everett urges extreme caution in future plans.  John A. Washington's offer to start repairs before he leaves.  No hope of Association's possession before winter, some immediate repairs necessary.  Regent wished to style meeting \"extra Grand Council\", but advisers declared it must be an \"advisory Committee.\"  Subjects for discussion:  Possession of Mount Vernon Feb 1860; continuing Mount Vernon Record; repairs at Mount Vernon; the Vice Regent for New York, G.W. Riggs and master builder visit Mount Vernon.  Has lost her trained secretary.  Asks Mr. Comegys' advice on proceedings of evening assembly. ER-17, p. 52-53","A.L.S. Baltimore. Regrets Miss Sprigg's illness,, and disappointment that she will not be in the first Grand Council.  Refers to her own illness, her resignation, devotion to Mount Vernon and plan to arrange VRs letter sometime. ER-13, p. 53","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $774.25 from Mrs. Ritchie. Must settle expenses of Mr. Miller's lecture here. ER-21, p. 265","A.L.S. Cambridge. Will try for County Balls, asks Regent to write Springfield mgr., reports on other parts of state, commends other VRs in New England, N.Y. and Ill., approves Mr. Jarvis' (Me.) practical ideas, especially re trees.  Regrets lack of patriotism in the country. ER-12, p. 123","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Difficulties since secretary left; asks Mrs. Comegys to advise and assist her.  On reading report of Miss Hamilton's and G.W. Riggs' visit to Mount Vernon, finds repairs \"so much more extensive and imporant\" than she had expected, Regent is unwilling to act without concurrence of VRs. ER-17, p. 54","A.L. Extract from letter. Regent has received letter from G.W. Riggs concerning visit he made to Mount Vernon with Miss Hamilton.  She finds repairs needed so extensive she is unwilling to act without concurrence of VRs. ER-16, p. 4","Handwritten copies of several letters between David Paul Brown, Christie Johnson, James Stimpson, and Ann Pamela Cunningham (through Mary McMakin). Most letters dated June 4, 1859. Concerns in part Miss Johnson's resignation as private secretary. MSS-681","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $795.41 from Pennsylvania. ER-21, p. 267","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports results of Miss Hamilton's and G.W. Riggs' visit, quoting from Miss Hamilton's letter (ER 12, p. 281, June 1, 1859.) ER-17, p. 55","A.L.S. Wilmington. Proceeds from his lectures in N.C., $887.35. She wants to wind up her connection with Mount Vernon. Thanks him for his noble work in their behalf. ER-14, p. 117","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Efforts to interest people in state in their cause. Will make a grand effort in the autumn at the Fair.  (Envelope dated June 8, 1859, addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)","A.L.S. Washington. Received $228.20 from Miss McWillie of Mississippi. Has not heard from Miss C. in relation to repairs at Mount Vernon. ER-21, p. 269","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Rec'd her report of meeting with extracts of letters from Miss Hamilton and G.W. Riggs, treasurer.  Wrote his opinion on questions at Regent's request; does not wish to \"intermeddle\" with Association management because his time is limited and he has unlimited confidence in Regent.  He favors no great demonstration when possession is taken. ER-9, p. 249","A.L.S. Cambridge. \"Private, very, very.\" Recommends Miss Webber, Watertown, Mass., as a competent sec., stating her various qualifications and personal characteristics.  Reports results of her investigation on salaries paid women. ER-12, p. 123","A.L.S. St. Paul. Forwarded $70 to Mr. Everett for the Mount Vernon fund, being proceeds of St. Paul Mercantile Association which they wanted sent to Mr. Everett.  Sends $150 collected by Lady Managers.  Scarcity of money makes progress slow. ER-11, p. 234","Letter to the Regent explaining her difficulties in raising money for Mount Vernon and in keeping ladies working for the cause in the proper spirit and for proper motives.  Praises Miss Cunningham's work. A-64","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $600 from Mrs. Greenough of Massachusetts. ER-21, p. 271","A.L.S. Commandant's Office, Navy Yard. Sends $242.37, collected from officers and others at station for purchase of MV. ER-3, p. 209","A.L.S. Baltimore. G.H. Stewart writes that Miss Sprigg's illness forces her to decline honor of being VR for Md.  Miss Sprigg knew Washington in Philadelphia - now \"four score\". ER-13, p. 42","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re settlement of Christie Johnson's claims for salary due her, sends copy of letter sent VRs for Conn. And N.Y. ER-17, p. 58","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent must return to Rosemont because of father's illness, regrets Mrs. C.'s inability to confer with her but will ask Mrs. Goodrich.  Asks Judge and Mrs. C.'s advice on reporting dismissal of Sec. Johnson to Grand Council and also of quickly settling her salary claims, latter plan also expressed at informal \"advisory committee\", and Col. Forney.  Cites points to be considered in settling this claim. ER-17, p. 56-57","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Replies to Regent's request re amount of salary to pay Miss Johnson, suggesting $50.00 a month exclusive of expenses. ER-3, p. 211","A.L.S. Pine Bluff. Reports progress.  Sends list of contributors, $544.20 collected and sent to G.W. Riggs. ER-14, p. 111","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $500 from Maine and $200 from Georgia. Receipt of bar of gold from California. Since March 23, has received $28,125.18. Of this, has invested $5000 in Va. Bonds, $10,000 paid to Mr. Washington, several drafts to Mr. Devereux, and has $6000 on hand. Advises investing next $10,000. Repairs won't require much money at present. Mr. Herbert willing o take charge of repairs at Mount Vernon. If Miss C. approves, Riggs will fix a fair ccompensation for him. New wharf necessary now, would cost $2500-3000. Perhaps Mr. Washington would turn over to Associaiton the revenue from the boat, since they have paid him so much. ER-21, p. 273","A.L.S. Dover. Re claims for past salary made by Christie Johnson  Recommends $350 to $400 be paid, as men in similar positions receive $500 to $800 according to capabilities and labor.  Desirable to settle claim and all relationships promptly; states reasons for her opinion. ER-17, p. 59","A.L. Philadelphia. Draft copy in writing of a secretary. Re Miss Sprigg's inability to become Vice Regent for Pennsylvania. ER-13, p. 129","A.L.S. Washington. Received $5 from Lewis Cruger of this city, $150 from Minnesota. Respects her request that he keep employment of Mr. Herbert and workmen private. ER-21, p. 275","A.L.S. Conveys messge that Goodriches cannot meet with APC.  Say Mr. Goodrich leaves \"more allied to the great interest than ever.\" ER-D-66","A.L.S. Washington. Bar of gold from California valued at $3326.03. Her draft for $250 paid. ER-21, p. 277","Draft. Philadelphia. Re securing a private secretary, outlines personal characteristics, educational, social and secretarial requirements. ER-11, p. 87","A.L.S. North Hartland. Sends report of work in Rutland, Co., collection of $92.60. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. Received $25, thinks all money she sent to Regent has been received.  Much complaint received because more lists have not been published. ER-17, p. 61","A.L.S. New York. Replies to Regent's enquiries re compensations for secretary, \"$300 or $350…a fair and liberal salary… where board is paid.\"  New York pays $35 per month, 6 hrs. per day, for secretary Mrs. Montgomery.  Will write soon re survey of Mount Vernon land before next payment. ER-12, p. 281","Mrs. Mason's refusal of Vice Regency of Pennsylvania noted and largely due to her youth (age 23).  Mention of desire to keep appointments of officers a-political. ER-396","A.L.S. Union, Monroe County, Virginia. Congratulates Regent on success in purchase of MV.  Gives legal opinion on changes in Constitution and By-Laws. ER-3, p. 181","A.L.S. Hagerstown. Proposition to make an engraved plate of MV, dedicated to MVLA, attend to extensive advertising of same and furnish to MVLA at half price, if Sec. will lend her name to advertising.  Thinks 100,000 engravings can be sold. ER-10, p. 89","A.L.S. Many of Mrs. Walton's friends regret her resignation.  Concern for her successor's success.  Regrets trouble with Miss Johnson. ER-14, p. 107","A.L.S. Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Mason has declined Vice Regency of Texas--he apologizes for tone of his last letter. ER-397","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent has stated advantages to Assn of deferring last payment, but is anxious to start repairs at MV as soon as possible to prevent further destruction which is apt to be rapid on buildings in such bad repair.  Regent asked John A. Washington if he would permit repairs in Aug. when his family is away; J.A.W. allows repairs on any outbuilding which will not inconvenience family, to provide a building for workmen.  To prevent changes from original MV J.A.W. names a reliable supervisor for work, who will be his guest, a great grandson of Sir William Fairfax (oldest daughter married Lawrence W.).  G.W. Riggs will go to MV with master builder, decide on most essential repairs with Mr. Herbert and workmen. ER-19, p. 59, 61","A.L.S. Cambridge. Says she expects Mr. Towner of NH sends \"small pickings\" to Mt Vernon. 12-123","A.L.S. Washington. Received $505.35 from her. ER-21, p. 278","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $505.35 from Mrs. Morse. Looking for investments for Mount Vernon. Will arrange with Mr. Herbert to look after preservation of property and general interests of Mount Vernon. Wharf not safe. Advice on how to build a new wharf. Will talk to President of Steamship Co. about obligations under contract with Mr. Washington. ER-21, p. 279","A.L.S. Florida. Masons to have a big meeting and General Call to address them.  Sends $100 making state contributions  $2000. ER-4, p. 279","A.L.S. Elizabeth. July 4th plans for Mount Vernon fund. ER-8, p. 51","Draft for $295.00 from Mrs. Eve for Miss C.--sends sheet for Miss Nesbit to correct immediately--reprinting several numbers of the Record--very few Oct. nos. remaining--electrotyping. ER-D-30","Handwritten copy of letter from Johnson to Everett, June 21, 1859, and Everett to Johnson, June 23, 1859. Explanation to Everett of her dispute with the Regent and consequent resignation as Secretary.  Her desire to make a financial settlement with MVLA for her services. Everett's response regarding her situation and salary. MSS-682","A.L.S. Southbury. Calls on Charles Gould, New York, who recommends a secretary for Regent--agrees with Regent re Christie Johnson's salary.  Also on same letter, a note from Mrs. Mary Boott Goodrich, VR-Conn., to A.P.C. ER-4, p. 60","A.L.S. New York. Recommends Miss Sarah C. Tracy for secretary to Regent. ER-4, p. 61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Hamilton's decision re salary due Christie Johnson about same as Mrs. Comegys'.  Through Rev. Dr. Boardman Regent is promised a secretary protem for summer. ER-17, p. 62","A.L.S. Washington. Asked about Mount Vernon survey because G.W. Riggs and Upton Herbert had forgotten it.  Sends newspaper clippings.  Wants to raise $100,000 beyond purchase fund.  Good fences and considerable repairs needed immediately.  Asks if Association gets Key to Bastille. ER-12, p. 285","A.L.S. Boston. Has about $5000 subject to draft at sight.  At Regent's and Mrs. Ritchie's request, he says Christie Johnson should be paid - suggests $700 and that Council establish salary for this position.  If Regent is censured in this salary question E.E. will take blame and \"make good\". ER-9, p. 251","Handwritten copy. Note that he has left it to Miss Cunningham to provide an answer to his letter concerning Miss Christie. MSS-683","A.L.S. Washington. Received $333.65 from Mrs. Ritchie and $1500 from Mrs. Pendleton. Mr. Herbert to take charge of Mount Vernon on July 1. ER-21, p. 281","A.L.S. Delays in publication of \"The Record\". ER-D-106","A.L. Incomplete. Mentions that Mr. Everett found a salary of $700-800 quite appropriate.  Insists she resigned and that Miss Cunningham did not dismiss her.  Denounces certain of Miss Cunningham's actions towards her. Says she her family and ancestors are as distinguished as Miss Cunningham's. MSS-687","A.L.S. Reply to letters re Christie Johnson's salary. Glad his estimate does not greatly exceed D.P. Brown's. Suggests resignation is always kinder than dismissal.  Advises relying on Mr. Rigg's judgment, if he thinks wharf should be repaired, estimate $3000. Though he \"recoils\" from such an outlay. ER-9, p. 253","A.L.S. Cambridge. Thinks County Balls may succeed, but people's interest lags.  Acknowledges Regent's Appeal, prints all articles rec'd adapted to Mass.  Writes more fully re Regent's request for recommendations of competent secretaries. ER-12, p. 125","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends $30 for portraits, receipt for Messenger subscription.  Sends copy Mrs. Eve's subscription list, which Gov. Wise has.  Has Virginia list. ER-16, p. 262","Some 70 subscribers sent by Regent, but no money received--68 new subscribers--cannot keep accounts straight when money isn't sent at same time as name of subscribers. ER-D-24","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Approves immediate repairs at Mount Vernon. Monetary trouble in West. Elderly gentleman, N.B. Brown of Manitowoc, is devoted to Mount Vernon cause. Requests Miss Cunningham to give him a place in her arrangements if possible.","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $11 from S.W. Joyner of Weldon, N.C. Leaves for Newport, can't arrange for topographical survey now. Will talk to Mr. Herbert about it. Mr. H. to go down July 1 as Superintendent. Mr. Washington to assist him. Mr. Herbert to examine everything and see what requires repair. To repair outbuildings not used by Mr. Washington, \"being careful to restore them to their original condition, not in any way to alter or change them.\" He is to be present when visitors are there, to permit no damage, and the old tomb not to be touched. Erroneous report in New York paper announcing payment of $10,000. ER-21, p. 283","Draft. Regarding repairs to be made at Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 132","A.L.S. Sends Cal. And N.H. lists to Devereux.  Will order dresses from Besson for her examination and offers further services. ER-13, p. 153","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends her proof of the re-touched block of Mr. Everett--thinks it is a decided improvement--sent 100 of June No. to Miss Blanding by Express. ER-D-33","A.L.S. Clinton, Louisiana. Has no remittance as yet for Mt. Vernon fund--apathy in the parish is incredible--Odd Fellows to give $25 -  $30--has displayed framed G.W. portrait but none sold yet. ER-398","A.L.S. Ladies of Israel, Baltimore, send $100 for MV fund. ER-13, p. 40","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Has been advised by friends not to try to collect any funds until after harvest time. Has appointed no Manager for Capitol, where Mrs. Hoyt has made the cause so unpopular. Hopes to overcome this influence  (Envelope dated July 8, 1859, addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)","Asks that APC write to her (\"Am I not one of your priestesses\").  Says she will soon make her own donation. (4-65)","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Gratified by report of Centreville. Collections for July 4 to be reported separately, as Regent wishes to make \"a payment\", with the 4th's collection, also wishes incidents or items of the day for MV Record. ER-17, p. 63","A.L.S. Newport, R.I. Has received check from Mrs. R. W. Johnson of Arkansas for $522.20/100. One from Mrs. Murat for $224.  Had $5000 temporarily invested for MVLA. (22-5)","A.L.S. Spearsville, Union Parish, Louisiana. Declines appointment as agent for Parish because of evident confusion--Mrs. Dillard of Farmerville has been given same appointment. ER-399","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt accepted V.-Regency for Missouri, then realized she would not be equal to exertions demanded--she holds official documents to hand over to anyone appointed or to return to Miss C.--St. Louis very wealthy, believes much could be done for Assoc. here if better organization of Assoc. made cause widely known. ER-5, p. 243","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Murat's $12, portrait money, sent California and Virginia names are ready to send Regent for publication.  Questions credit given John A. Washington for allowing Mr. Herbert to superintend repairs, while John A. Washington retains possession of estate; reminds Regent what J.A.W. said re a new portico for $1000, rebuilding or replacing $1000, new road to Mansion.  Mr. Myers will confirm this.  Mount Vernon Record since \"unfortunate July no. has become a mighty lever.\"  Heard of difficulties re Christie Johnson. ER-16, p. 263","A.L.S. Baltimore. Mentions her fondness and respect for James Stimpson.  Sent Miss Cunningham's letter respecting her is far more mild than her public and private statements respecting Miss Johnson. MSS-685","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Difficulties of arousing interest in Mount Vernon on holidays.  Subscriptions now harder to get. ER-8, p. 51","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asks her authority to have Mr. Herbert open up 4 vistas through grove between House and River which Washington tried to keep opened. ER-9, p. 77","A.L.S. Washington. Discusses funds raised for Mount Vernon by Mrs. Van Cortlandt and the Mount Vernon Record. Written on \"The Ladies Mount Vernon Association of the Union\" letterhead.  2019-A-026","A.L.S. Richmond. Referred his letter to Regent.  Upton H. Herbert of Fairfax has been appointed Superintendent; repairs to commence immediately under his direction. ER-16, p. 264","A.L.S. Woburn, MA. Mrs. Everett's death, father and son to sail for Liverpool.  Pleased to find friendly relations between Regent and Mrs. Ritchie restored.  Few contributions of Ledger readers still come in. ER-9, p. 255","A.L.S. Southbury. Re Miss Cunningham's illness. ER-14, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. List rec'd.  Announcement of payment of final installment in Washington papers is premature.  Tells VR-Me in strict confidence that final payment will be deferred until a fund for maintenance has been raised.  July 1st G. W. Riggs arranged for Supt. Herbert and workmen to begin repairs at MV.  Regent's father died July 7th.  Regent will be at Cape May during August and September. ER-19, p. 63","A.L.S. Red Mouth, Louisiana. Accepts appointment as agent of Mt. Vernon Association. ER-400","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Note of sympathy at time of death of Regent's father. ER-12, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check for MVLA for $102.13.  Debt of MVLA. Reduced by $10,000 move to $31,666.67.  Some withheld for necessary repairs on the Mount Vernon property. ER-22, p. 9","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Morse $102.13.  Is unable presently to report on North Carolina contributions.  Regrets APC's loss, death of her father. ER-22, p. 7","A.L.S. Astoria, Long Island. Two letters, one a continuation of the other upon receiving a letter from Mary McMakin. Regarding the death of her father.  Sends lists to be printed in Record.  ER-3, p. 205","A.L.S. Elizabeth. On the death of Regent's father. ER-8, p. 51","A.L.S. Cambridge.Asks for aid in approaching the Jewish people in Boston.  Refers to a letter from Geneva by Mrs. Greenough published in Boston Courier, two weeks ago. ER-12, p. 288","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Congratulates her on successful fundraising but wishes other states would do more. Mentions the death of Miss Cunningham's father the week prior. Miss Cunningham is going to Cape May to recover from her grief and hopes to see Mrs. Comegys during her stay there.. ER-17, p. 63","A.L.S. Farmerville, Union Parish, Louisiana. Received appointment as agent a few days ago--remits $50. and list of subscribers. E-401","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Fogg $200, for State of Tennessee.  From California $2396.88, from Vermont $350.35. Riggs also paid to Mr. Washington $5000 on July 16. ER-22, p. 11","A.L.S. Glengarry, Torrisdale. Miss Cunningham's bereavement. 4th of July celebrations in Pennsylvania. ER-5, p. 5","A.L.S. Florida. Acknowledges recipt of letter re arrangements with J.A. Washington.  Reports slight progress, funds from Masonic meeting, subscriptions. Sent draft for $224 to G.W. Riggs, funds from sale of GW portraits small. ER-4, p. 277","A.L.S. Burlington. Death of Regent's father.  Mr. Everett's eyes compel him to lessen correspondence. ER-9, p. 257","A.L.S. Houme, Louisiana. Wants to know prices portraits sell for--send portraits by Messrs. Bull, Ellis \u0026 Co. ER-402","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has sent to APC newspaper clipping from La. paper relating to Mt. Vernon preservation.","A.L.S. Ion, Louisiana. [Mistakenly addressed to Mr. M.E. Morse, Vice President of the Ladies Mt. Vernon Association]  Letter tendering her agency of Mt. Vernon Association arrived too late for her to appoint agents in districts to procure subscriptions on the 4th--sends draft for amount collected and has about $40 more subscribed.  Subscription list enclosed for Parish of Morehouse. ER-403","A.L.S. Normandie. Miss Reyburn refuses vice-regency for Missouri but offers to help Mrs. Hunt if she will accept position--Mrs. H. accepts Vice-Regency.  (enclosed in letter of Aug. 4, 1859, Miss Reyburn to Ann Pamela Cunningham). ER-5, p. 243","A.L.S. Vermont will soon have $1000; delighted with portraits to sell.  (Part of letter written by daughter). ER-11, p. 230","A.L.S. North Hartland. Re Regent's father death and declining health of her own father. ER-11, p. 229","A.L.S. Cambridge. Could not get any interest in July 4 plans.  Will send in $2000 in about 10 days.  Reports Mrs. Everett's death. ER-12, p. 127","A.L.S. Baltimore. Hebrew ladies of Baltimore give $100. ER-13, p. 40","Facsimile copy. RM-328, ER-3208","A.L.S. Washington. Forwards a letter to her from D.M. Higgins of Poolesville, MD. (A.L.S. enclosed) requesting 5 Washington portraits. 22-13 and 22-15.","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs funds on hand, and gives Regent an accounting with list of subscribers for Record. ER-14, p. 115","A.L.S. Ellicottville, NY. Meets opposition, now the \"purchase money is raised, what more do you want?\"  Suggests that a national celebration be proclaimed now purchase money has been paid.  Must find some new methods of raising funds for restoration. ER-12, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Miss McMakin checks for $892.80.  Reports on repair work and physical condition of Mount Vernon after Riggs and Mr. Herbert visited the Mansion. (22-17, 22-19)","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Dickinson $1834.03. ER-22, p. 21","Draft letter written for Ann Pamela Cunningham. Regent pleased with interest in restoration shown by Mssrs. Herbert, J.A. Washington and Riggs.  Advises opening old road, will submit wharf plans to VRs.  First wants to restore estate to its former state, later may undertake improvements and adornments.  Re expense of needed repairs in relation to income, $2000 from boat.  Does not want responsibility of clearing vistas now.  Since J.A.W. says present piazza differs from Washington's, advises waiting; only necessary repairs now.  Advises VRs concentrate on work on the wall, outhouses, etc. ER-1, p. 132","A.L.S. Atheneum, Washington Square. Realizes he should have rendered account of Portrait moneys but urgency of other duties prevented his finishing it--hopes to have it finished soon--recognizes as a temporary necessity her monthly subsidies to defray their expenses in publishing Record, but are anxious to make a force in the cause and a source of profit--feels it is to advantage of Association to render them further aid in this critical time--absolutely necessary to reprint back numbers, and have Vol. I bound up--plans to embellish it with elegant view of Mt. Vernon in colors--Everett portraits nearly ready--hope to be able to reimburse society soon for aid furnished--wishes her to let them have $240 as well as an advance on the August number. ER-D-69","A.L. (ER-D-124) and draft (ER-D-123) in writing of Mary McMakin or other secretary. The $380 Mr. Devereux borrowed last Dec. from Mr. Mitchell to meet expenses has not been repaid. Miss Cunningham feels obligated to pay it and deduct it from what will be due on August number.","A.L.S. Franklin Parish, Boeuf Prairie, Louisiana. Encloses $110 for fund. ER-404","A.L.S. Washington. Received $2500 from Mrs. Greenough, Vice Regent of Mass. ER-22, p. 23","A.L.S. Liverpool. Sends stationery Regent wished. ER-12, p. 127","A.L.S. Mendota. Re progress of Mount Vernon work in state, scarcity of money in state, have collected $220; appeal published widely in state, St. Paul has done little, thinks a more vigorous person should be appointed to succeed her, adds $30 collected in her village. ER-11, p. 234","A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends $26.50 to Mr. Riggs. Proceeds from Mr. Miller's lecture at St. Mary's School, Raleigh. ER-14, p. 115","Incomplete A.L. His brother has Portrait account in hand--dearth of orders and money makes it difficult for them to manage--her refusal to pay the $240 for Oct. number has crippled them--asks her to reconsider paying money for reprint of Oct. number. ER-D-115","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $100.  Her own work lags because of her brother's death. ER-8, p. 55","A.L.S. Washington. Notified APC of receipt of $26.50 from P. Dickinson, Esq. of Wilmington, Delaware for a lecture delivered for the benefit of the MVLA at St. Mary Hall in Raleigh. ER-12, p. 25","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie. Sends $49.  Visited MV last Feb. 22.  Was at MV years ago but never dreamed of \"such ruin and decay as met us at every point.\" ER-12, p. 291","A.L.S. Mt. Savage, Allegany County, Maryland. Asks for personal interview if Miss Cunningham thinks favorably of her recommendations by Mr. Gould, for position of Assistant Secretary of MVLA. ER-15, p. 1","A.L.S. St. Louis. Encloses Mrs. Hunt's acceptance of Vice-Regency for Missouri--will help Mrs. H. to best of her ability if Miss C. can get no one else to fill position. ER-5, p. 243","A.L.S. Burlington. Approves of her intended visit to Cape May.  Defers European sailing to Sept. to take part in dedication of Webster statue.  Pleased with Mrs. Ritchie's and Regent's Philadelphia meeting.  Will remit all funds to Mr. Riggs before leaving, including $320 from Masonic lodges. ER-9, p. 259","A.L.S. Nashville. Sends condolences for her father's death. Updates on fundraising. ER-10, p. 207","A.L. Nashville. Recently written to 19 counties not addressed before and has 16 more.  Will apply to every school in Tenn. Before Sept. 20. (Part of letter missing.) ER-10, p. 245","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Capt. Drayton delivers Regent's letter.  Ill health and duties prevent her accepting VR for Pa. but her interest in MV is continuous.  Hopes she may find as efficient a VR for Pa. as M.M. Hamilton is in N.Y. ER-13, p. 151","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Angeline Schuyler sends $1107.28 from Jersey City - collected through her efficient methods in seven weeks. ER-8, p. 53","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent's poor health delays her action in selecting a new secretary.  Pleased that Supt. Herbert is so interested in the repairs. ER-16, p. 5","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Miss Catherine Dougherty $20 and a list of contributors.  Two contributors desire a portrait of George Washington. ER-22, p. 27","Draft. Grateful for sympathy. Miss Cunningham is resting from active duties for a time.  Re lists for Record, sketch of work of states first enlisting in Mount Vernon \"cause\", asks for returns on H.W. Miller's lectures, comments on appointment of Vice Regent for North Carolina.  Miss Cunningham finds duties extremely arduous. ER-14, p. 117","Copy in writing of Mary McMakin. Re cleaning out undergrowth.  Asks for monthly report on workmen, and work at Tomb.  Becomes wary of speculators and patrotic offers.  Asks his opinion on new proposition for travel by road and the toll involved. ER-11, p. 89","Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Acknowledges remittance.  Regent ill but begs Mrs. Sibley not to resign at present as difficulties can be adjusted.  Keeping contributors' names for Archives.  Problems of receipts from lecture, credit given contributors and membership in Association. ER-11, p. 60-61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to Mr. Devereux' \"mysterious disappearance\".  Has any quantity of lists ready for him.  Has not seen July MV Record.  Has L.L. Macalester's papers locked up.  Reports Henry Gilpin's serious illness and Richard Rush's death. ER-13, p. 155","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Gives her information on rooms at Cape May for the summer (Envelope addressed to Alexandria, Virginia).","A.L.S. with typed transcription. Mount Vernon. Labor now employed - 7 carpenters, 2 brick-layers, 3 laborers.  Work on seed houses, west end flower garden, wall with paling restored after Washington's plan.  Cites Lossing's account in Harper's magazine.  Wall connecting seed house and greenhouse repaired, seed house west end vegetable garden and outhouse at east end repaired and wall connecting two.  Laborers have traced out old walls and cleaned them.  Will give his opinion on Messrs. Tuthill and Co., later. ER-3, p. 213","A.L.S. New York. Sends $100 on account of percent of sales of their Mount Vernon fine cut chewing tobacco. ER-12, p. 291","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Otis' returns on Ball, $6000--WISHES Report printed in Record.  Re Regent's inquiries re a new sec., and women's salaries.  $600 is highest paid in Boston private schools; exception Agassiz pays $800.  Will take short vacation, had none in 1yr., 3 mos. since taking up MV work. ER-12, p. 131","A.L.S. St. Louis. Will give Mrs. Hunt's history in detail after talking to her again--hopes for Mt. Vernon depend largely on this city--large French population, \u0026 Mrs. Hunt has influence here \u0026 in all other groups--members of the old organization here were unsuccessful, but sanguine in hopes for new group. ER-5, p. 245","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Thanks McMakin for correcting her \"erroneous\" impression re Southern Matron.  Refers to position she considers as \"Private Sec. to the Regent.\"  Hopes for interview with Regent at Cape May about Sept. 1. ER-15, p. 2","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. McMakin writing on behalf of Miss Cunningham. Requests information on the harpsichord to be donated to Mount Vernon by Mrs. Lee. RM-523, ER-4264, 2 p.","A.L.S. Newport. Received $741.97 from her district. New York State has contributed $35,000.  Purchase money ($200,000) raised in about 1 1/2 yrs.  Regent withheld last payment so as to have money for most of necessary repairs, cleaning up paths, Tomb, etc. ER-12, p. 290","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. On behalf of Miss Cunningham. ER-16, p. 9","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J.On behalf of Miss Cunningham. Quotes a newspaper article re a Ball to be given for the MV Fund in N.J. at $5.00 a couple.  Asks for accurate information for MV Record. ER-16, p. 8","A.L.S. Thanking him for \"handsome contribution\" of Society of Cincinnati.  Asks for list of members for the Mount Vernon Archives. ER-16, p. 6","Draft or copy. Re a lost report, has only newspaper accounts of sum raised at Ball. ER-12, p. 129","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check from Miss McMakin of J.L. Donaldson for $250.  Receipt of $63 from Mrs. Murat (Tallahassee, Fla), $1 from Christopher Caumack (Wash, D.C.) and a contribution from John J. Beall of the Georgetown (D.C.) Mason's Lodge #5. ER-22, p. 29","A.L.S. Philadelphia. The [Express ?] has stopped running to Cape Island--how shall he send her letters and papers? ER-D-100","A.L.S. New York. Has started work on \"large octavo\" giving NY's record, to be placed with similar volumes from other states in MV archives.  Suggestions re funds for restoration.  Asks to have subscription books returned. ER-12, p. 293","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Acknowledges Mrs. Comegys's letter of condolence on death of Regent's father.  Vice Regent of Missouri appointed, Mrs. W.P. Hunt of Saint Louis, gives method of choosing her, and some of her activities and characteristics.  Through Mrs. Goodrich, Miss Tracy of Troy, N.Y. is recommended to Regent as secretary. ER-17, p. 64","A.L.S. Cambridge, Private. Re Mrs. Otis' lost report on Boston Ball. ER-12, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Provides requested information on harpsichord presented to Mount Vernon Ladies' Association by Mrs. Lee. ER-4265, p. 2","A.L.S. Cape Island, New Jersey. Regent asks Vice Regents for population in their respective states, so she may apportion the quota of funds each state is expected to raise. ER-16, p. 10","A.L.S. St. Louis. History of Mrs. Ann Lucas Hunt, VR for Missouri, and of her family--French origin--when this is published send copies to some members of the family.  ER-5, p. 247","A.L.S. Boston. Compelled to give up European voyage.  Mrs. Eve tells him Regent does not wish to take possession of Mount Vernon for a year or two.  Asks about remitting further contributions.  Glad she has the Vice Regent of Missouri satisfactorily arranged, and prospect of  new sec. ER-9, p. 261","Draft signed. Received his letter with account against Regent for $600 in behalf of former secretary Miss Johnson. Regent unable to attend to duties temporarily from reasons of health. He must be ignorant of contract between his ward and Miss. Cunningham. Explains circumstances of contract and Miss Johnson's resignation. ER-11, p. 105","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Regent requests him to forward funds on hand in Mass. To be used on installment of purchase price to be paid John A. Washington. ER-16, p. 66","A.L.S. Nashville. Acknowledges receipt of Mount Vernon Record handsomely bound.  $1200 as 4th of July offering not noted.  Readers of Record are offended at omission of Tennessee's contributions.  Sends him list of subscribers to publish promptly and send her 18 copies. Only half of Tennesee has been canvassed. Success of future work depends on prompt publication of Tennessee report.  Will retain money now until lists sent in are published. ER-10, p. 247","A.L.S. Richmond. Expresses sympathy on hearing of death of Regent's father.  Sends $20 for GW portraits. ER-16, p. 267","A.L.S. Southbury. Declares her loyalty to Regent reports raising $5500; rejoices that she, a Massachusetts woman, has raised as much as this in Conn. ER-4, p. 60","A.L.S. Near Washington, D.C. Wishes his letter of February 1859 to be \"destroyed\" and this letter to take its place. Offers his services and/or employment to the MVLA to help with restoration of Mount Vernon. Wants to make it his life's work.","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $372.06, has $7325.89 on hand. Suggests paying $5000 on last bond. Nine hundred spent on repairs. Outhouses, garden walls, etc. very dilapidated. Cannot get estimate on repairs. Mr. Herbert repairing garden walls now. ER-22, p. 31","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Acknowledges her letters re \"Carnival\" for Mount Vernon fund.  Plan for paying last installment appeared in June Report and was approved by Vice Regents.  In new Appeal, wishes to announce all but few thousand paid, and ask public for remaining sum.  Wishes to call in all sums in officers' hands.  Asks for $1100 now in New York State fund. ER-16, p. 11","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Poor monetary condition of the state. Thinks if Everett would come west to lecture, people would pay to hear him even in hard times.","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Has not reported for several months, but has collected $300 since May, which she will send to Mr. Riggs.  Will soon go to Jackson where she will make a last effort for a grand demonstrations. ER-14, p. 85","A.L.S. \"Private and confidential.\" Requests that she consider their mutual kinsman, Bushrod W. Herbert, whose poor health dictates travel, to act as our agent to solicit contributions for the Association during his journeyings. ER-4263, p. 2","A.L.S. Walnut Farm, Jefferson County, VA. \"Private and confidential.\" Identical to previous letter concerning kinsman Bushrod Herbert soliciting for funds for the MVLA. John Augustine Washington III kinsman, Bushrod W. Herbert, intends to travel about some to regain waning health and would like to have Regent give him power to solicit funds for Mount Vernon.  ER-9, p. 81","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Tracy, \"my successor\", not yet arrived.  Regent wants to take possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, but wants an investment in advance that will  yield $6000 per annum.  Is preparing to make an Appeal to pubic this fall.  Amount for purchase and repairs now raised.  Cites parts of country from which more money is expected. ER-16, p. 13","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent received remittance and list of names.  Enough lists in publisher's hands for two or three numbers of Record. ER-16, p. 67","A.L.S. St. Louis. Kept no copy of letter regarding Mrs. Hunt's anticedants--will be difficult to collect all the facts about her again--every spare minute spent on Mount Vernon work--comparative failure of first organizaton--preparations for a Fair on Dec. 12--much of work falls on her shoulders--wants some mosses \u0026 autumn leaves from Mt. Vernon to be used in making objects for sale at Fair -- are any Washington autographs available to sell?--wants a dozen photographs of Mt. Vernon for her sister-in-law to arrannge with mosses and autumn leaves for sale at Fair--cannot use Mrs. Hamilton's offices and arrangemens for Association in St. Louis. ER-5, p. 251","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re lists of contibutors and other paper for Record, also mail that she fears did not reach Regent. ER-13, p. 157","A.L.S. Philadelphia. States that the work of The Association is accomplished through the \"voluntary self consecration of the women of our land,\" and therefore  paid agents have been employed to collect funds.  For this reason, she must refuse the request of Bushrod W. Herbert for such employment. ER-4267, p. 4","A.L.S. Pine Bluff, Arkansas.Sends list of Lady Managers appointed and draft for $271.00. ER-14, p. 111","A.L.S. Boston. Neglects almost everything to prepare Webster Eulogy for the 17th.  Writes articles for new edition of Edinburgh encyclopedia on George Washington.  Sends also (not here) a detailed statement of Mount Vernon fund he has raised.  If $100,000 can be raised for repairs and restoration he advises taking over Mount Vernon in February.  Suggests considering federal Government aid. ER-9, p. 263","Encloses list (no longer with letter) which she hopes to increase. Has done \"work for the cause\" while in this country.  Says a Mr. Parker is to soon send $500, when that sum is reached.  \"Miss Clapp's salary is irrespective of hoard.\"","A.L.S. Nashville. Acknowledges Regent's assurances that Tennessee's $4000 shall be published in Record. Will render soon an exact account of contributions and expenditures. Redoubles effort to raise $8000 or $10,000 when she expects to stop.  Has received paper for flowers and will send receipts from Fair promptly, also send her Reports to Devereux and Co. ER-10, p. 251","A.L.S. Washington. On this day has paid last of debt of \"the Mt.Vernon Ladies' Association to Mr. Washington ten thousand dollars ($10,000).\"","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Miss Hamilton of $5000 and has paid $10000 to Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 33","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham sends hair cut from her head \"ten years hence\". ER-17, p. 65","A.L.S. Philadelphia. In writing of Sarah Tracy, signed by APC. With original envelope. Thanks Mrs. Lewis for the gift of Nelly Custis's harpsichord. ER-3351, RM-418","A.L.S. Washington. Received his letter and check for $312.50 collected by Mrs. Morse from La. ER-405","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC finds it necessary to make an appeal to the public for \"the large amount now required to make it safe for the association to take possession of the estate.\"  Wishes Riggs not to make another payment to Mr. Washington until APC hears from him. ER-23, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington. To forward copy of the account of the MVLA to APC . Also receipt of $312.50 from Mrs. Morse of Louisiana noted. ER-22, p. 37","A.L.S. Tunkhannock, PA. Encloses $10 from Wyoming County -- very little success in collecting for the association. ER-5, p. 5","A.L.S. St. Louis. Revised account of background and family of Anne Lucas Hunt, VR of Missouri -- portrait of Washington and Mt. Vernon sold. ER-5, p. 249","A.L.S. Selins Grove. Snyder County is backward--not one in six persons knows anything about Mt. Vernon -- only $5 collected. ER-5, p. 6","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of check from APC for $100 \"secured from the dead letters office.\" ER-22, p. 39","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks Miss Hamilton to send Mrs. Chase and Miss Ogen copies of an article of Mount Vernon in the morning \"Press\". ER-16, p. 68","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends a piece from newspaper which Miss Cunningham wants to be published in other newspapers throughout country. Article deals with subjects which will prepare public for her next appeal for money. ER-406","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Examines plans and estimates for wharves, recommends pile wharf, sketch 2, with modifications, to parallel threat of stream, estimate $2800.  Recommends shed roof over part, no ornamentation.","Three handwritten copies of Meigs' letter to Miss Cunningham regarding the wharf repairs. ER-3, p. 183; ER-11, p. 91; ER-17, p. 69","Reprint drawing \"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream\" showing design and repairs of the wharf at Mount Vernon. Adhered to cardstock paper with a news clipping appeal by Ann Pamela Cunningham on the reverse dated December 9, 1859. Brief note concerning the recommendation for the wharf also enclosed.","A.L.S. Washington. ER-22, p. 41","A.L.S. Boston. Total or part of Mount Vernon fund can be forwarded on day's notice at Regent's request - is meanwhile on interest in bank.  Has had invitation from the West thinking he was to be in Nashville the 10th. ER-9, p. 265","Speaks of the future of Mount Vernon.   Is getting the support of Free Soilers (not Abolitionists) behind her, because of political situation.  Mentions that Miss Wilson may not be the wisest choice for V-R of New Hampshire. ER-12, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of check from \"L. Haven, Esqr. Treas. Of Vice Regent of Maine's\" for $2000 for MVLA. ER-22, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Gov. Reid of the Cincinnati Society of South Carolina $315.07 for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 45","A.L.S. New Orleans. $60 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 128","A.L.S. Washington. Announces receipt from Charles J. Helm, US Consul General in Havana, of $145.25 for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 47","A.L.S. in writing of Sarah Tracy, signed by Miss Cunningham. Philadelphia. Encloses checks to Riggs.  Pennsylvania - on Girard Bank (Phila) $2250.97, Arkansas on Bank of Wilmington  $271.00, total of $2821.97. ER-23, p.-127","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Desire of APC to place in next Record a reference to Mr. Washington's contribution to the MVLA.  Wants Riggs to notify her of exact size of the gift that it can be acknowledged through the Record. ER-23, p. 129","A.L.S. Nashville. Check on Manhattan Bank (N.Y.) for $298 \u0026 $2 in gold as contribution to the MVLA from Tennessee. ER-23, p. 130","A.L.S. with typed transcript. Mount Vernon. Visitors to MV and dates - Fire companies of Philadelphia and Washington on boats \"America\" and \"Franklin,\" also Association of printers.  Engineer has located 2 roads with easy grades.  Buying pickets for fence.  J.A. Washington says there is not enough water to cover 5 acres for a lake.  Asks for another copy of plan of wall and fence. ER-3, p. 217","A.L.S. Washington. Contributions collected by Consul General at Havana on 4th of July. Is making her a copy of his account from the beginning. ER-22, p. 49","A.L.S. Washington. Received check for $60. ER-22, p. 52","A.L.S. Washington. Cannot tell precisely what Mr. Washington's gift amounts to, but appears, according to the President of the Steamboat Co. to be $1228.25. ER-22, p. 51","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Isaac Morse of Lousiana of $60. ER-22, p. 53","A.L.S. Point Coupee. Encloses $90.50 from Pointe Coupee Parish. ER-407","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt from Mr. Fogg of Tennessee of $300.10 for the MVLA reported to APC. ER-22, p. 55","A.L.S. Wilmington, N.C. Sends check for $57.71, from Henry W. Miller's lecture in Henderson County. ER-23, p. 131","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send checks for portraits payable to Miss Cunningham's order instead of Mr. Devereux. Miss Cunningham to offer Vice Regent of Texas to Mrs. Mason although she is much younger than other Vice Regent's. This winter's work important to get funds for income and repair of Mount Vernon before taking possession. ER-408","A.L.S. Washington. Gives up her office as \"Asst. Sec.\" because of moving to Washington.  Describes visit to MV.  Returns all of Regent's papers and thanks her for many kindnesses. ER-13, p. 158-159","A.L.S. Sends to Riggs $339.64 to credit to MVLA. ER-23, p. 133","A.L.S. Regarding fundraising. ER-14, p. 85","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sends clippings on MV in Boston Transcript. ER-12, p. 137","A.L.S. Washington. Statement of account with Mount Vernon Association. Received $207,586.52; spent $206,968.13. Has since received more funds and will pay another $5000 to Mr. Washington when she advises it. Has on hand $10,000 in Treasury notes, $10,000 in Va. Bonds, 13 shares stock in Central R.R. and Banking Co. of Georgia and 4 shares stock in Farmer's Bank of Virginia. Has made statement as explicit as possible. ER-22, p. 59","A.L.S. Wilmington. To Riggs for credit of MVLA a check for $26.50. ER- 23, p. 132","A.L.S. St. Louis. Advises against republication of article--much prejudice to overcome in city--reports that Mt. Vernon will be turned over to state of Virginia after purchase--should Fair be put off until May? ER-5, p. 253","A.L.S. Nashville. Sent Mr. Riggs today $1175 collected by 2 agents at State Fair which makes $1500 sent in 12 days.  Asks Regent to tell John Augustine Washington some VRs are indignant at visitors cutting Tomb shrubbery for walking sticks.  New York adopts her Essentials of Science.  Commends Miss Lerned's Gen. Washington and his Baptism.  Pleased with Harper's May article on MV. ER-10, p. 255","A.L. St. Joseph, Louisiana. Enclosed $5 as contribution to Mount Vernon from 3 little sons of Judge Farrar. Asks Mr. Grisham to give the money to Mrs. Morse. ER-409","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt from Mrs. McWillie of draft for $339.64 for the MVLA.  Asks APC's permission to pay Mr. Washington the next payment due. ER-21, p. -61","A.L.S. Nashville. Two checks totaling $1175 to Riggs, one for $600, one for $575. ER-23, p. 135","Citizens Bank of Louisiana. Check on Bank of America for the MVLA for $50 from Louisiana. ER-23, p. 137","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending to Mrs. Morse by express 25 copies of the Washington picture and 50 of the Everett picture. ER-410","Print letter signed by Ann Pamela Cunningham.  Regent calls a \"meeting of the Grand Council\", as is her duty according to the Constitution and bylaws Dec. 31, 1859 in Washington City. ER-17, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Riggs is in N.Y. City--receipt of checks for $600 and $575 from Mrs. Fogg. ER-21, p. 63","A.L.S. Boston. Received Miss Tracy's letter.  William Pearce, nephew of George Washington's overseer 1793-98 offers to sell to MVLA, price not named, 120 letters, about 500 pages in Washington's handwriting.  Suggests buying if they can be had for $1000. ER-9, p. 267","A.L.S. Salem, Michigan. Announces that several cities have asked him to speak for the benefit of the \"Mt. Vernon Fund.\"  1st lecture to be at Salina [Michigan?] 15 Nov 1859.  Feels sure he can succeed in raising money for the MVLA with the support of the Regent.  Feels in the winter he can \"nett\" $10,000 to $20,000 for the MVLA.  List of references supplied.","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $50 from Margaretta Morse of Louisiana for the MVLA. ER-22, p. 65","A.L.S. Acknowledges on G.W. Riggs' behalf, check for $50. from Margaretta Morse. ER-411","A.L.S. New York. Rejoices the West is contributing.  Suggests article in Constitution providing for \"vote by proxy.\" ER-4, p. 65","A.L.S. Oswego. Reason for delays in MV contributions due to local needs.  Collected 35 cents on Feb. 22.  City has suffered greatly from financial depression.  Sends $24.35. ER-12, p. 295","A.L.S. Dover. Encloses check for $300 on the Southtrack Bank for the MVLA--collected by Mrs. Comegys. ER-23, p. 139","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends to him the following checks:  Indiana- check for $600.00; Kentucky - check for $488.50, check for $139.30; Rhode Island - check for $272.00; Iowa - check for $57.55; Total $1557.35.  [card 2] US Army - New Mexico - Fort Defiance - check for $55.00, Fort Defiance check for $111.50; Washington Territory - Ft. Vancouver - check for $68.00, cash $1.00; Texas - Ft. Bliss - check for $9.50; total $1802.35 [add]. ER-23, p. 143","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Three copies of a letter from Ann Pamela Cunningham to each Vice Regent of the MVLA, November 19 1859. Discusses urgent repairs needed to the wharf and requests approval or disapproval of the plans for improvement. ER-17, p. 68; ER-11, p. 92-93","A.L.S. Philadelphia. \"Strictly Private and Confidential.\"  Letter covers the question of calling a Council meeting, which the Regent feels is necessary. RM-181, ER-2552. 3 p.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. [Strictly private \u0026 confidential, similar to letters sent other Vice Regents]  Concerns the Association's Constitution, fundraising within states, and whether or not to call a Grand Council meeting. ER-17, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. [(Strictly private \u0026 confidential). Similar letter sent to all Vice Regents.  Encloses citation for council, as constitution requires, but thinks there is no need for one this year and desires VR's not to comply with citation. Public shouldn't know about this  (cover included). ER-412","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Strictly private and confidential. Constitution's provisions for raising funds, calling Annual meetings and nature of Grand Council.  Reason for a call for a meeting, and since funds are still being raised, wisdom of having VRs not respond to call. ER-19, p. 67","A.L.S. in writing of secretary, signed by APC. See 1859, Nov 19, Ann Pamela Cunningham to a Vice-Regent re: wharf. ER-19, p. 65 19-65","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Riggs for the financial report.  Wishes to pay Washington another $10,000 before she starts public appeal for funds.  Encloses checks for $1802.35.  Soon expects an additional $1600 to arrive. ER-23, p. 14123-141","A.L.S. Washington. \"I have on this day paid on account of the last bond of the Mt. Vernon Ladies Association to Mr. Washington Five Thousand Dollars ($5000).\" ER-22, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. Received $300 from J.P. Wild. Also, discusses payments to JAW. ER-22, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has received plan of Mount Vernon wharf and explanation by Capt. Meigs, USA, which she thinks admirable. ER-13, p. 61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent asks Miss Hamilton to send her copy of a letter from John A. Washington, in which he says there are no debts or liabilities upon the Estate, same to be used to contradict statements being widely circulated that such exist. ER-16, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends her clipping from morning paper stating John Augustine Washington owes five hundred thousand dollars and the MVLA was swindled out of their money. Her father wrote to the paper to correct the account. ER-13, p. 60","A.L.S. Lauderdale. Enclosed is $20.  check--lists subscribers. ER-413","A.L.S. Mobile. Response to her 4th of July appeal was great, people gave $800 which she forwards to Riggs and asks that he announce this fact publicly. ER-23, p. 145","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Wants Mr. Riggs to provide her (APC) with the facts stating that Mr. Washington has not, in fact, sold Mount Vernon out from under the MVLA.  This rumor could kill the MVLA, unless stifled. ER-23, p. 146","A.L.S. Writes to deplore insulting rumors about Washington's motives in selling Mount Vernon and to speculate on what action might be taken to counter act them. RM-523, ER-4267, 4 p.","A.L.S. New York. Difficulties in complying with Miss Cunningham's request for Lady Managers' reports.  Asks how to send money.  Commends the Record. ER-14, p. 73","A.L.S. New York. Re letters and articles from John A. Washington.  Asks prospects of taking possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, re improvements under Upton Herbert in process.  Still receives a little money; disappointed in Masons.  Returns opinions of Mr. Ruggles for Regent to submit to her legal advisor. ER-12, p. 295","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Says this false report of sale of Mount Vernon to other than the MVLA stems from Chicago (he believes) where Mr. Washington bought land - says not the slightest foundation to the story.  For APC's satisfaction, however, Mr. Riggs has contacted friends in Alexandria as to the validity of the matter. ER-22, p.-71","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Satisfies APC that talks of the sale of Mount Vernon are false.  His friends in Alexandria state that Mr. Washington has been involved in \"no judgements on land.\"  Tells her his confidents are Mr. Washington's bankers. ER-22, p. 73-73","A.L.S. Richmond. As counsel for J.A Washington did not search Fairfax Co. records for liens on MV but has written clerk for authentic information on this question. ER-3, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re title to Mount Vernon.  Regent has not yet complied with John Augustine Washington's request to have the Association's lawyer examine Mount Vernon title thoroughly.  The press is bringing up the question unfavorably. ER-9, p. 79","Photostat. Boston. Violent attacks on both of them by the Press. Attempts to discredit \"Mt. Vernon Papers\", written for the Ledger. For this reason he hesitated to accept Bonner's offer of $10,000 to write articles for fear of injuring interests. Offers to write more articles for Ledger but will not contribute money to Mount Vernon fund, because he needs money to supplement greatly reduced income. ER-511, PS-534","A.L.S. Annapolis. Suggests several Maryland women to add to the cause. ER 3-218","A.L.S. Fairfax Co. Court House. Moss informs Burke that Mr. John Washington holds title for Mt. Vernon and the story he had sold it is wholly false.  If the MVLA desires it, Moss will furnish absolute proof of John A. Washington's title to Mt. Vernon. ER-23, p. 149-149","A.L.S. Washington. Conveys information of Alfred Moss to John W. Burke, that Mount Vernon is still in hands of Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 75","A.L.S. New York. Approves plan for pier, for no meeting of Council at present and for appointment of Sarah Tracy as Sec.  Asks if Regent wants Mr. Badeau, a writer, to counteract in the newspaper, the unfavorable public opinion toward J.A. Washington.  Asks why Mrs. S.L. Pellet's articles in Record are discontinued. ER-4, p. 66","A.L.S. New Orleans. Approves Capt. Meigs' selection for wharf.  Thinks annual meeting unnecessary. Not demanded by Charter.  Hopes that MVLA will possess Mount Vernon the next year. ER-14, p. 47","A.L.S. Brief note - seems to be the last page of a letter or a postscript to a letter. Says she has \"written you everything\" and believes they can \"keep the place unpolluted.\" Says there are many sorrows in life, almost every day we must live in sorrow. ER-15, p. 18","A.L.S. and a copy in the writing of John Augustine Washington III. Mount Vernon. He found papers, one in Washington's writing, with details on the measurements of different parts of the Mansion and estate. Forwards them to her, four papers, formerly 5; one on Lawn, Garden, Gates is mislaid.  W-812/A-D","A.L.S. Keckuk, Iowa. Re plan for wharf by Capt. Meigs. ER-17, p. 91","A.L.S. St. Louis. Leaves decision regarding levee to A.P.C.--wishes her to write denial of article in newspapers, stating Mt. Vernon had several mortages on it previous to purchase by Association--cannot get any more money until denial is issued. ER-5, p. 255","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Riggs for information on Mr. Washington.  Notes that New York papers are \"making a great noise\" about the sale of Mount Vernon.  APC wishes to stifle it promptly.  Asks Mr. Riggs to telegraph to her \"the amount of funds now in the Treasury.\" ER-23, p. 151","Telegram. Washington.  \"In hands of treasurer. Twenty six hundred and twenty three dollars seventy nine cents\" ER-22, p. 79","A.L.S. Washington. Informs APC that he has telegraphed information on the account of the MVLA she has requested.  Expresses regret over the effect of the newspaper stories in New York regarding Mr. Washington. ER-22, p. 77","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Building a new pier. Newspaper article saying John A. Washington swindled the Ladies because they cannot get clear title. Hard time interesting people in Mount Vernon.  (Envelope addressed to Philadelphia, Pa. and dated Dec. 3)","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $547. ER-8, p. 59","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Informs Mr. Riggs that in order to stay the rumors of Mr. Washington's sale or that Mount Vernon is liable for debts, must have absolute proof to the contrary.  Asks Mr. Riggs to forward to her the letter of the clerk of the Fairfax Co. Court. ER-23, p. 153","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent requests Mrs. M. to contradict any statement re debts or liabilities against Mount Vernon Estate, if such are being published; if not, await official satement re same from Regent. ER-16, p. 70","Handwritten report of his visit to inspect the \"recesses, boundaries, and environs\" of Mount Vernon.  His previous statement of boundaries erroneous.  Shape is \"irregular trapesium\" rather than pentagonal.  Plans to create a lake of the inlet spokes of as a boundary, separated from the Potomac River by a dike.  Possible to keep lake filled from Little Hunting Creek or Dogue Run.  (This is his plan to transform \"Hell-hole\" from swamp to a \"shining lake\").  Reports rest of Mt. Vernon's boundaries.  Plans, in January 1860, to get Congress to purchase plateau to join backline of Mt Vernon to be a National Botanic Garden and to further protect Mt. Vernon from encroachment.  Has sent Mr. Herbert the description of a barrier fence to enclose Mt. Vernon on the land side.  Discusses best plants for use as a hedge to enclose Mt. Vernon.  Discusses improvements on Mt. Vernon.  Opposes use of statuary, \"mythological allusions,\" etc. on the plantation.  Mentions plans for the monument in Washington, D.C. to George Washington.  Brooks wants to create a prospect tower with a crypt for George Washington -- to be a focal point.  Mentions as architectural and landscape gardening flaws of Mt. Vernon.  His desire to \"improve\" the approach to Mount Vernon from the wharf.  Hopes that the ladies will delete at Mt. Vernon all not consistent with, or contributing Regent requests Mrs. M. to contradict any statement re debts or liabilities against MV Estate, if such are being published; if not, await official statement re same from Regent.to the true ideal of the might, majesty, and simplicity of this renowned occupant.\"","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses letter to be sent to Fairfax Country Court Clerk. Has been annoyed by many letters begging her to contradict \"this absurd rumor.\" ER-23, p. 155","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent planned to make an Appeal to public for money needed for restoration and repairs.  Awaits Treasurer Riggs' exact statement of Assn's financial status.  Now must first contradict false statements being published of mortgage against estate by a statement from Fairfax Recorder that none such has ever existed.  Hopes to raise $120,000.  Some states have already given their quota, but new member states have not had time to raise it.  Hopes E. Everett will lecture in southern cities.  Asks VRs to renew their invitations to E.E. for lectures in their respective localities. ER-16, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC planning another public appeal.  Suspicion aroused because $10,000 of the MVLA funds invested in Treasury notes, paying 4% interest, while MVLA paying to Mr. Washington 6%.  APC requests Mr. Riggs to convert $5000 of the notes to cash to be paid to Mr. Washington with interest paid to date on the last bond.  Wishes to keep other $5000 in Treasury notes as a contingency fund. ER-23, p. 154","A.L.S. Washington. Has credited to MVLA $5000 in Treasury notes at 4 1/2% (211.22) or $5211.22 and will pay it to Mr. Washington promptly. ER-22, p. 81","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Agrees with Regent on date considered for Council.  Sends $30 for fund but thinks not much more will be subscribed in state. ER-4, p. 273","A.L.S. Washington. Has this day paid, on the last bond, $5000 to Mr. J.A. Washington. ER-22, p. 8322-83","A.L.S. Washington. To pay J.A. Washington $5000.  The interest on the bond must 1st be settled with Mr. Washington's agents before payment. ER-22, p. 85","A.L.S. Boston. Receives her letters and plans for the landing; thinks Capt. Meigs' approbation sufficient; Mr. Riggs will undoubtedly contract for work.  Advises counsel with D.P. Brown re MV title.  Delivered Washington's oration at Portland, Me. and Dedham - not high returns.  General conditions make trip into South problematic.  Sends copy of his Fanuiel Hall Speech.  If MVLA does not wish G/W letters to William Pearce on sale by nephew, E.E. will keep them. ER-9, p. 269","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent's clippings from Philadelphia Press taken promptly to Enquirer.  Political news crowds Mount Vernon news out of press. ER-16, p. 272","A.L.S. Alfred Moss, Clerk of the Fairfax County Court, to Sarah Tracy. Reports brief account of conveyance of property by Mrs. Jane C. Washington to her son, J.A, (1225 acres). No mortgage ever been taken on property.  MVLA acquired title April 19, 1858. ER-3, p. 187","A.L.S. Wilmington. Asks advice on whether to leave money in Cape Fear Bank at no interest or to invest in Bonds of state of Virginia, only $2316.56 to their credit. ER-14, p. 115","A.L.S. Brief note. Check for $341.00 enclosed. ER-23, p. 155","A.L.S. Manor House. Reports an excuse given by two rich men to why they will not given money to Mount Vernon. ER-12, p. 294","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Wishes her \"Appeal\" not to be re-run in the \"National Intelligencer\" or \"The Union\" for political reasons.  Reminds Mr. Riggs that taxes on Mount Vernon are due in January. ER-23, p. 156","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends copies of her Appeal and official statement contradicting falsehoods re mortgage against Mount Vernon estate.  Will return Irving's autograph soon. ER-16, p. 72","A.L.S. San Francisco. Received call to Council, and Capt. Meigs' plan of wharf which she approves.  Reports John A. Washington has been \"bitterly denounced in all our papers for…hard terms imposed,\" have reported also his failure.  VR Blanding has given a \"positive public denial\" to latter. ER-8, p. 250","A.L.S. Harrisburg. Re E. Everett's lecture speaking again in Harrisburg, suggests giving his lecture on Charity.  Regrets Harrisburg contributions have not been more. ER-13, p. 119","A.L.S. Philadelphia. At request of Alex., MV, \u0026 Accotink Turnpike Co., in answer to letter of August 25, 1859, sends copy of Petition to Va. Senate and House delegates.  Asks MV Assn to consider same promptly as Biennial Session meets soon.  R.R. Co. offers to pay Assn percentage on passengers to MV; hourly service year round.  Co. has no desire to interfere with interests and welfare of Assn.  Asks for suggestions.  With approval of Assn., R.R. can be completed early in 1860, etc.  Francis E. Johnston, Pres. ER-8, p. 71","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Forwards copy of \"appeal\" and report Ann Pamela Cunningham feels obliged to publish a letter in response to a 'foolish article in the papers\". ER-4259","A.L.S. New York. Sends $300 and requests listing in Mount Vernon Record. ER-14, p. 72","A.L.S. Richmond. Mentions that her eyes are bothering her. Discusses Linda and her theatrical aspirations. Says of her husband \"[he] is all that you could desire\".","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends twenty copies of Appeal and report; hopes Lady Managers can have them copied. ER-16, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re \"Washington carriage\" in possession of William Dunlap, owned by Samuel Powel, who wants it given to MVLA. S.W.Dewey tried to persuade U.S. Congress to buy MV in 1845 (see Pa. Cultivator, Oct. 1848, p. 66-67), 1846 asked Washington family on what terms they would sell Mansion, Tomb and 150 acres. Had pamphlet printed with their terms of $100,000. Gives details of plan. When President addressed Washington family, price increased to $200,000, which was considered unwarranted. Comments on John. A. Washington's use of money received from MVLA. ER-9, p. 80","A.L.S. Richmond. Re title of MV. If Assn has not all it wants for clear title he will furnish it. ER-3, p. 189","A.L.S. Washington. Will spend winter in Washington, but her sec. will attend to MV business in her absence. Sends list of subscribers, and drafts for $342.50. ER-14, p. 111","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Receives note for Mr. McMichael agreeing to publish Appeal, will call and read it to her. ER-13, p. 62","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Returns Irving's autograph note - lithograhed in Mount Vernon Records. 2 sets Devereux electrotype broken. Supply application blanks exhausted. Sec. Tracy on vacation. U.S. Middies, Annapolis, contribute. Over $2000 received since last report. California contributes over $1100. ER-11, p. 94","Photostat. Intent to travel to South in Spring wrote article for Encyclopedia Britannica on George Washington - revising it \"for the American reader\". This will delay his trip South. Praises her efforts for the MVLA. ER-512 a,b","Small note. \"Mr RW Johnson transmits to Mr GW Riggs for acc of Mt. Vernon Association  Cash $263.00  Draft 79.50 Total 342.50. ER-23, p. 159","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC has given Messrs. Devereux Trd Co. an order on Mr. Riggs for $600 \"on account of the last number of the 'Record'.\" ER-23, p. 157","A.L.S. Baltimore. Recommends Miss Hollingsworth and Mrs. Kennedy as effective prospective workers for MV. ER-13, p. 41","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to typographic error in Mount Vernon Record; difficulties with organization in Maryland; asks Mrs. Comegys' aid. ER-17, p. 71","A.L.S. Keene, New Hampshire. Quotes letter from Miss Spalding, Lady Manager of Grafton County, complaining about not receiving portraits ordered from Devereux \u0026 Co. Money was sent but cannot even get answer to letter. Also list of subscribers. ER-5, p. 133","A.L.S. Small note. Check for $33 enclosed. ER-23, p. 159","A.L.S. Nashville. Agrees with idea of new wharf. Agrees also that a meeting of the Council of the MVLA, \"although constitutional is certainly not necessary, and would probably be a failure\". ER-10, p. 257-259","A.L.S. Encloses check for $181.00 collected by Mrs. Dickinson. ER-23, p. 160","A.L.S. Boston. Receives $100 for lecture in near-by village. Sorry his delay in acknowledging Regent's Report suggested his dissatisfaction - as Report is better than he anticipated. Assures her of his unreserved approval of her work. States his views on address in \"the Union\" for MV cause and emphasizes need for keeping out of sectionalism. Wants to go South but articles on G/W for new Encycl. Britannica, Amer. ed., and hardships of travel delay plans. Has long desired to visit southwest. Aggregate receipts for last 3 G/W orations  $535 (25c per ticket). ER-9, p. 271","A.L.S. Wilmington.  Sends $265.50, making total for No.Car. $5151.50 Congratulates N.C. on having Mrs. Letitia H. Walker of Greensboro as her successor. ER-14, p. 117","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Unable to get \"Appeal\" to the public into newspapers because of excitement of Congressional news. Therefore, an \"Extra\" to be published and disseminated by MVLA. Each Vice Regent to pass them about in her respective state. ER-414","A.L.S. Chicago. Pictures being circulated. Depression makes it difficult to make much money for the cause. Optimistic about results in Illinois. ER-5, p. 149","A.L.S. New York. Secretary is with relatives for a few days; failed in attempts to see Mrs. Goodrich. ER-16, p. 74","Draft in writing of her secretary. Re the Vice Regents' work and general condition of Mount Vernon cause. ER-11, p. 100","Draft in writing of her secretary. Declares few states have been so rapidly organized. Cites work in Charleston, difficulties of finding qualified VRs. ER-11, p. 103","Draft in writing of her secretary. Harrisburg. Vice Regents' appointment is for life, must be person fitted to secure funds and also be effective in Council. Pennsylvania has been inactive. Commends Mrs. Eyster's efforts, contributions go to Mr. Riggs, names to Regent. ER-11, p. 72","A.L. Copy in writing of her secretary. Philadelphia. Sends Vice Regents' credentials. Copy of Contract, Act of Incorporation, Constitution, By-laws, Appeals and Reports, Mount Vernon Record. Which give history of Association since March last when title was gained to Mount Vernon. Excellent description of Association's aims, scope, and form of organization. ER-11, p. 65","Draft in writing of her secretary. Presents the \"most large sums.\" Regrets errors in names in Record. Constitution does not provide for Proxy. Council date uncertain, Feb. 22 weather inclement. Commends Record--continuance depends on Assn support. Also contains a draft copy of a letter to Edward Everett. Tries to avoid abolition problems in appointing VRs, asks advice on keeping out of politics. Refers to printed reply to Mrs. Hopkins' charge that husband of VR for Vermont was a Democrat. Glad he approves her plan for a loan. $8000 on $15,000 payment due.  ER-11, p. 75","Draft in writing of her secretary. Re appointment of Counselors to advise Regent in policies of Mount Vernon management. ER-11, p. 101","Draft in writing of her secretary. Check for $10. Informs Mr. Riggs that APC has referred a Philadelphia broker, a supporter of the MVLA cause, to him. ER-8, p. 67","Draft of two letters in writing of her secretary. $10,000 paid John Augustine Washington on anniversary of Washington's death. Asks for proper form she may sign - to assure him return of money loaned on last purchase payment; tries to learn  proper business forms. ER-11, p. 69","Draft in writing of her secretary. Includes letter to Richard Rush and several unknown others. Hopes his visit to Mount Vernon is only delayed by his illness. ER-11, p. 96","A.L.S. Draft. Forwards a paper [not present] indicating the success of her efforts at Mount Vernon and states, \"I am cheered indeed to see how great a hold the one idea I promulgated my making his tomb a bond of Union! -  bulwark against Abolitionism!\"  ER-4268  RM-523","A.L.S. Republication of Mr. Cochrane's speech--all the other material she sent will go in--list of names short this month--send Mrs. Chestnut's notice soon. ER-D-6","Incomplete with beginning of letter missing. Discusses troubles working for the MVLA have caused him, from both North and South. Has been unable to see Col. Wilder. ER-9, p. 129","A.L.S. March 12 (1859). ER-10, p. 239","A.L.S. Philadelphia. James Page, Past Master Mason, like \"almost everyone\" thinks purchase price of MV exorbitant. ER-13, p. 137","A.L. incomplete draft note. Reference to art exhibition [Murillo] for benefit of MVLA. That this is a great task on the part of those sponsoring it.","A.L.S. Probably a copy.Proceeds of Mr. Everett's lecture of 4 March declined to be insured by the MVLA.","A.L.S. \"Dear Sir.\" Declines to participate in publication and distribution of his Scenes from Life of Washington. Acknowledges gift of same. Mount Vernon Record has only space for number of purchasers and sums paid. ER-11, p. 96","A.L.S. Washington. Sends a tentative report for APC's criticism. Is away from home and dependent on memory. ER-14, p. 108","Photostat. Mrs. Lee informs John Augustine Washington that Mrs. Lewis (widow of Lorenzo Lewis) is giving a harpischord (gift of GW to Mrs. Lawrence Lewis) to Mount Vernon - to become property of MVLA when they take over.","A.L.S. Cumberland, MD. Wrote 3 articles on G/W and planned a 4th on MV.  Did not realize Md. Had been slow in responding to MV Appeal, asks for information on subject, and he will make his 4th article as telling to MV cause as he can.  Financial conditions are not good.  Asks about her personal comforts, family, etc. ER-13, p. 48","A.L.S. Can find out nothing concerning writer of Letter in ''Inquirer'' except that he is a Southerner. ER-5, p. 7","A.L.S. New York. Had an interview with Miss Hamilton but failed in attempts to see Mrs. Goodrich. ER-16, p. 75","A.L.S. Nashville. Encloses full report. $2348 - wishes it printed in January Mount Vernon Record. Has $345 but will not send Mr. Riggs a cent until contributions are in Record as coming from the Vice Regent of Tennessee who claims as much for her state as Alabama, Georgia and others.  No work re $1575 sent in November.  Reference to expenses during financial crisis in 1858.  Sends Masonic Lodge's check for $345 to Mr. Riggs. ER-10, p. 263","A.L.S. St. Louis. Old organization in Missouri had died completely out--old members pessimistic about results of any Fair--slowly collecting money--working quietly to gain powerful supporters---invitation to Mr. Everett--she herself accepts all responsibility for thinking and acting regarding Mt. Vernon Assoc.--cause unpopular and rediculed in St. Louis and counties--outcry at 200 acres requiring 8-10 thousand dollars per year to keep it as Washington left it--large German population of St. Louis gives little--Irish seem liberal--will take year or two to collect from whole state--trying to locate Managers for several counties. ER-5, p. 257","A.L.S. Cumberland, MD. Mr. Graham, with whom Sec. Tracy formerly resided, will aid in securing E. Everett for oration.  \"Their\" church is on spot where G/W often read prayers to his regiment. ER-13, p. 47","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reply to his letter re taxes on Mount Vernon land, explaining how they are to be paid.  Taxes paid in full to date.  Left package with Burke \u0026 Herbert to be sent to Mr. Riggs for Miss Cunningham. Some papers in GW's handwriting relating to plans of grounds at Mount Vernon and planting of trees. ER-9, p. 82","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sent  to G.W. Riggs package of papers held out - these may be of value in planting same trees in same locations as in G/W's time. ER-9, p. 83","A.L.S. Marked \"Private.\" Thanks him for the papers he previously forwarded. Discusses the importance of protecting the Mansion from fire and mentions a suggestion from a Vice Regent to photograph each room to ensure they could be properly reconstructed if necessary. Discusses the best time to take possession of the property. Speaks of the politics between the North and South, and certain \"warlike intentions on the future on an Asso'n of women!!\" She goes on \"As if man ever came off conqueror in a contest with with a woman! As you can testify!!\" Discusses her wish for Virginia to make the Association free from taxes and able to acquire more land. Inquires after the Superintendent who has not been answering her letters. Includes a handwritten tract.  ER-4269, RM-523","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refers to difficulties in organizing Maryland. Regent's request to Vice Regent's for their respective state statistics has failed so far, asks for Delaware's white population, also for news for Mount Vernon Record; also incidents connected with Mount Vernon work. ER-17, p. 72","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Washington has paid all the Mount Vernon taxes.  Insurance also paid.  John Augustine Washington, through Mr. Riggs, has also sent to APC a number of plans of Mount Vernon ''in General Washington's hand.\" ER-22, p. 87","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Must overcome much ignorance and prejudice in state. Lack of interest. Mrs. Hoyt has had very bad influence. Hopes to get something by a Promenade concert. Trying to enlist Masons' help.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Asks about Del. Population as Regent wishes to apportion amount each state is expected to contribute.  Asks her to procure account for sarcophagus from Mr. Struthers for Mount Vernon Record.  No news from Maryland. Regent wishes to build a \"Council Fire\" when she goes to Washington in February.  Hopes to have several Vice Regents present and wants to see Mrs. Comegys before, re affairs not easily put in correspondence, and which bare to be kept in strict confidence. ER-17, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re mistake in publishing New York list in Mount Vernon Record, which Devereux will try to rectify at once. ER-16, p. 75","Advises that New York's climate not yet proper for further appeals for MVLA.  She is preparing a statement, but waits for a while first.  Notes $22,000 raised by Massachusetts. ER-12, p. 296","A.L.S. Capitol Hill. $150 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 161","A.L.S. Vevey. Approves Captain Meig's plan for Mount Vernon wharf at cost $2,200; not taking possession of Mount Vernon at present.  Re Mrs. Chase's acting at Council as her deputy. ER-12, p. 141","A.L.S. Richmond. Draft for $500 on Exchange Bank of Alexandria, Va. For MVLA. ER-23, p. 163","A.L.S. Philadelphia. APC plans to publish an estimate of the Mount Vernon property and what each state has contributed.  Wants Mr. Riggs to provide account to 1 Jan. 1860.  Sends to Mr. Riggs a check for $2799.95. ER-23, p. 165","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 219","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $150 - Subscribers who want their names published in Record.  Will distribute Records received, promptly. ER-8, p. 61","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mount Vernon Record, December omitted a number of states in printing article on Masonic Order, so has circular, corrected, printed for distribution and to be copied in newspapers.  Regent eager for their contributions.  Hopes to take possession of MV on July 4th.  Vice Regent for Iowa has made another Appeal to her state, hopes all Vice Regents will do same, reaching Masons and Odd Fellows. ER-17, p. 74","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets list of contributing lodges of Masons is incorrect.  She wishes to have it exact as she hopes to collect considerable part of the $140,000 now needed, from them. ER-16, p. 76","A.L.S. Washington. Will make up account to send to APC.  Returns 5 checks of 13 Jan 1860 - to be endorsed. ER-22, p. 89","A.L.S. Dunboyne. Thanks her for gift of Coat of Arms and interesting documents.  Asks Miss Jennie Andrews to offer a Washington relic, porcelain mug.  Mentions members of family.  Note in another handwriting re menbers of Lewis and Washington families. ER-14, p. 49","A.L.S. New York. Pleased Miss Tracy's services have been procured. ER-14, p. 73","A.L. Nashville. Re publishing names and contributions in Record, hopes for more as other counties are organized, and interested legislators carry idea home with them.  Will write clerks of county courts.  Returns to date have been made in 18 months - began Aug. 1857, worked 6 months, ill 9 months, given whole of 1859 to MV.  (No signature, part may be missing.) ER-10, p. 263","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent has just rec'd a book listing no. of Masons in each state; 26,192 in \"your state\" suggest using this figure in her article about to be published, appealing for contributions. . ER-16, p. 77","A.L.S. Returned endorsed checks. ER-23, p. 166","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Updates her on the Masonic Order contributions in her state. ER-415","A.L.S. New York. Received her printed list of Masonic contributions. ER-14, p. 73","A.L.S. Washington. Received drafts mounting to $2799.95. ER-22, p. 91","A.L.S. Nashville. Check for $345 contributed by Masonic Fraternity of Memphis. ER-23, p. 167","A.L.S. New York. Masonic address arrived, their contribution in N.Y. $495.50; furnishes list of lodges contributing.  Reminds Regent of Jewish women's contribution. ER-12, p. 296","A.L.S. Cumberland, Maryland. $52 in contribution.  Mentions Washington monument.  Has an address ready on character of G/W adapted to youthful listeners.  Will ask E. Everett to speak there. ER-13, p. 46","A.L.S. on Burke and Herbert letterhead. Has drawn on Riggs through Messrs. Burke and Herbert $1625.70 to pay Henry James and Co. of Baltimore. ER-23, p. 201","A.L.S. Cambridge. Discusses disordered state of the Union and her concern over its effects on Mount Vernon.  Regent has decided to move Association's headquarters to Mount Vernon.  Mentions that the ''Record'' now has new publisher. ER-14, p. 67","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends a list of donors sent to her last summer, misplaced, and has caused some difficulties that can now be straightened out. ER-8, p. 63","A.L.S. St. Paul. Had hoped her resignation would be accepted and a successor appointed.  Explains scarcity of money, much charity necessary, which prevents those who wish to give from giving.  Rec'd nothing from Lady Managers in months.  Can hope for no more fund until people of state have money.  Hopes her resignation will therefore be accepted. ER-11, p. 235","A.L.S. Hopes for $140,000 soon.  Last spring Masons passed resolution to give 25 cents each, but returns are slow.  Receives Regent's address to Masons. ER-12, p. 297","A.L.S. New York. M.M. Hamilton made appeal to Masons of state, has had some correspondence w/ them, been given some publicity and has some financial returns.  District list for Record dreadfully mixed up. ER-12, p. 299","A.L.S. News Boys Lodging House, New York. The Superintendent of the lodgin house writes that the boys would like to send a contribution to the Mount Vernon Fund of $4.18.  ER-16, p. 77","A.L.S. Hartford, CT. Sends a book of poems as gift of her esteem. ER-4, p. 53","A.L.S. Beouff Prairie. Sends to Mrs. Morse $50 in contributions from Beouff Prairie (La). ER-416","A.L.S. Cambridge. Is trying to get substantial funds from Masons, thinks a Fair might bring money, if N.Y., Boston, Baltimore and Philadelphia held it simultaneously. ER-12, p. 143","A.L.S. St. Louis. They must clear up any question of irregularities in affair of state appropriation which was handed over to a Judge T.R. Underwood and then to Mrs. Kennedy's brother, Mr. Barrett--belief is Barrett won't meet note when it is due--no one knows anything about Underwood--suggestion about handling matter--can't issue appeal for money until this doubtful issue is cleared up. ER-5, p. 259","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Apologizes that maybe Mr. Everett cannot be in New Orleans for unveiling of the Clay Monument.  Praises Mrs. Morse for her fine efforts. E-417","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Believes people in state are beginning to awaken to Mount Vernon cause. Miserable affair at Harper's Ferry.","Draft. Encloses article from the Philadelphia Press of (Feb 1) \"effecting the interests of the Association.\"  Says article seriously effects Mount Vernon, more than Mr. Herbert realizes.  Asks that Mr. Herbert try to recall the circumstance related in the paper that Miss Cunningham will be able to contradict it and ''explain its origin.\" Press reports that Mr. Herbert has been uncivil and uncourteous to the public. ER-16, p. 19","A.L.S. N. Hartland. Received nothing from Masons as yet.  Minor details of progress. ER-11, p. 250","A.L.S. Washington. Re difficulties with Missouri funds, so she cannot send complete return.  Has no information about Judge Underwood. ER-14, p. 105","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent glad Miss Hamilton is confident funds will be forthcoming.  Mrs. Hopkinson is eager for strong appeal to Masons.  Mrs. Otis working hard, traveling in her state.  Prospect for new Vice Regent in Maryland.  Vice Regent for North Carolina is energetic.  Regent hears depressing accounts of monied distress in northwest.  Mrs. Dickinson resigned long ago. ER-16, p. 79","A.L.S. LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Has $15 for Mount Vernon fund--where should he send it?","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends $500.  Did not get as much from E. Everett's address as expected. ER-8, p. 63","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received list for Mount Vernon Record.  Correspondence re newsboys' gift, clipping from New York Times for inserting in Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 80","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Associate builders and contractors would, if allowed, contribute to fund for building suitable gateways and walls--soliciting subscriptions to same when soliciting subscriptions for loan for railroad. Plans to be submitted for Assn. approval.  Encloses list of subscribers.  Bill is now before Virginia legislature. ER-8, p. 74","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Disclaims incivility to the public as reported in press.  Controls for trespassing. ER-3, p. 223","A.L.S. Encloses Report. Independent Savannah Association. Fair to be held. ER-5, p. 189","A.L.S. Alexandria. \"Dear Sir.\" Letter of provenance for a chair said to have belonged to the Washingtons and given to his family by Mrs. Charles Carter. W-152.","A.L.S. New York. Enclosed \"scrawl\" written by Mr. Badeau re John Augustine Washington, to be used if Regent wishes it.  Statue of George Washington to be unveiled in Washington, Feb 22.  Hopes Masons will respond to Regent's Appeal.  Friction between North and South interferes with Mount Vernon work. ER-4, p. 66","A.L.S. Richmond. Opinions of Mr. Myers, Gen. Chapman and himself on Alexandria, MV, and Accotink turnpike and railroad bill which has passed both houses. ER-3, p. 221","A.L.S. New Orleans. Sends check for $110 for Mrs. Margaretta Morse. ER-23, p. 169","A.L.S. St. Louis. Inquiries have proven that Mr. Underwood, who accepted Association's money from Missouri legislature, is a swindler--VR of Ill. relates his swindle of Association in that state--hopes to make Governor responsible for handing money over to someone without proper credentials--Mr. Barrett's note for $1000 will be paid shortly--discusses best way to invest money--collections coming along well--Mr. Everett says he can't come to Fair--hopes to persuade him to come. ER-5, p. 263","A.L.S. P.B. Nolley, Editor of the Opelousas Patriot. Reminds Mrs. Morse that 4 July 1859 members of his Parish gave about $100 to MVLA.  Has not heard whether it was received or not.  Desires to know whether the money was reported to the MVLA. ER-418","A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-3, p. 225","A.L.S. New York. Connecticut people wish to know when G.C. Thorburn is to be employed at Mount Vernon; sends second contribution from Windsor where Washington used to visit Chief Justice Ellsworth; writes of a Masonic contribution. ER-4, p. 67","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $110 from Mr. Morse. ER-419","A.L.S. Milwaukee. They did not succeed very well in collecting money at entertainment, but added to popularity of the fund--people in west not very patriotic--too mixed a population.","A.L.S. New York. Hamilton will be in Phil. when Regent is in N.Y.  Mrs. Hasbrouck, cousin of Mrs. Hamilton, wishes to talk with Regent. ER-12, p. 299","A.L.S. Washington. Tendered her resignation more than a year ago.  \"Domestic afflictions\", residence now outside state, and illness forced the action.  Appointed a Vice-Pres. of Mount Vernon Ladies in Sept 1856, organized state association. March 1857, resigned November 1858.  Reviews the year and a half she was active, her efforts, her reports, the collections, entertainments. ER-14, p. 109","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Makes appointment for APC to meet with Mr. Riggs at the Clarendon Hotel in Washington, D.C.  Miss Cunningham signed draft on Riggs for $600 \"in favor of Messrs. Devereux and Co.\" ER-23, p. 171","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mr. Underwood believed to be in New Jersey now. Their chance of getting restitution from governor lies in Miss Cunningham's statement that she wrote Underwood nothing that could be construed as authority to collect Association money. Surprised at Mrs. Barry's being deceived by him with her knowledge of western character. His transactions not breach of trust, but grounds for criminal prosecution. He had nothing to do with getting appropriation from legislature. ER-5, p. 265","A.L.S. Deposits $200. ER-23, p. 172","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $50. ER-420","A.L.S. Boston. Pleased she could go to Washington.  Advises not to be \"too humble\" in asking Congress for appropriation to \"enclose, repair and keep up place\".  Refers to \"a company\" that has Act Va. assembly detrimental to MV cause. ER-9, p. 273","A.L.S. Mrs. Mitchell's letter rec'd re concert, receipt small. ER-16, p. 22","A.L.S. LaCrosse. Encloses $15 for Mount Vernon and list of subscribers. Wasn't willing to give money up to VR for this state.","A.L.S. Coshocton County, Ohio. Secretary of the Roscoe Lodge, No. 190. Saw her appeal for the MVLA in the Lady's Book. Thinks John A. Washington unworthy of name he bears for asking such a price for farm, but feels it must be purchased at any price--sends $1. contribution.  ER-5, p. 135","A.L.S. Washington. Regent sent Mrs. Montgomery copies of a circular which appeared in the Intelligencer as a beginning of her plan for this city, and desires its re-publication with \"touching and earnest editorials in your papers.\"  This will be followed by immediate action by Ladies headed by Mrs. George W. Riggs. ER-16, p. 81","A.L.S. Washington D.C. Wants to aid in the Mount Vernon cause and in that of building a \"Washington National Monument.\"  Is now making mementos of Mount Vernon to sell in aiding the cause through the \"Mount Vernon Factory.\"  Is sending $200 worth of mementos to Mrs. Morse.  Motifs of the medallions are General and Mrs. Washington taking tea on the porch, \"Fayette Washington\" on the steps, will soon make some Mount Vernon bracelets, etc. ER-421","A.L.S. Washington. Bought 40 copies of ''Intelligencer'' to send to various parts of U.S.  Great need for more publicity in editorials, etc. ER-1, p. 137","A.L.S. Discussion about correct spelling of Eliza Lytle Macalester's name. Hopes \"Extra\" is satisfactory. Delay in publishing numbers of Record is suicidal. Correction of Miss Johnson regarding Bennington and New Hampshire. ER-D-87","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will build a boat 140' long, gives details, for $39,000. ER-13, p. 161","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports letters received, three proof sheets to correct; Miss Mitchell makes several visits to Mount Vernon and copied Indiana list for Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 23","A.L.S. Boston. Importance of Washingtonians' interest, especially Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Riggs.  The Congressional visit to Mount Vernon a gratifying surprise.  Saw Rossiter and Mignot picture of Washington family in N.Y. - it belongs at Mount Vernon.  Hopes for $150 at next G/W oration.  Explains disagreeable personal affairs that have consumed his time this winter. ER-9, p. 275","A.L.S. Will send Miss Mitchell Georgia slips to prepare for Mount Vernon Record.  Prospects for Thornburn as Superintendent. ER-16, p. 25","A.L.S. on bank letterhead. Sends check for $193.50 for MVLA. ER-23, p. 175","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Sends $417 to Mr. Riggs.  Published Regent's Appeal to Masons in every County paper, asked Lady Managers to follow up this Appeal, wrote to Master Mason, will soon send list of contributors for MV Record. ER-14, p. 85","A.L.S. North Hartland. Thinks little more money can be raised in her state, Masonic Order not responsive. ER-11, p. 230","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will Congress give MVLA money it appropriated years ago for a monument to Washington?  Has organized more counties in State, intends going to Harrisburg to stir up Pennsylvania legislature for a Mount Vernon appropriation. ER-13, p. 67","A.L.S. Received Sec. Tracy's letter of 10th and Georgia list.  Glad to hear of Regent's pleasant trip to Mount Vernon.  Has answered letters on hand and corrected proofs. ER-16, p. 26","A.L.S. Washington. Ask him to give lecture for their Mount Vernon fund. ER-13, p. 44","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Lecture for benefit of Mount Vernon a failure. ER-5, p. 8","A.L.S. Washington. Miss May offers concert for Easter week; will try to get Edward Everett also; invites Mrs. Comegys; great efforts to make it a success. ER-1, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. Also dated 21 March 1860. Took Sec. Tracy to ask \"actor\" Murdock to give benefit for Mount Vernon; arranged a reading in Smithsonian.  Miss May wishes to give a concert; asked John Saunders to sound out artists, Mrs. Riggs \"ought to attend this\".  Has not heard from Prof. Henry as to use of Smithsonian hall.  Edward Everett cannot come to Washington until after April.  Public's idea MVLA wants to take possession of Mount Vernon lessened Regent's last Appeal.  Begs Mrs. Comegys to come and help since Mrs. Fitch has so many personal affairs to attend to. ER-17, p. 76-77","A.L.S. Hopes Vice Regents will work especially hard in near future, that the MVLA may take possession of Mount Vernon by 4 July 1860, \"without any fear of consequences.\"  Asks how well Louisiana is doing--Georgia now has given about $8000--this without aid of 2 of her principal cities. ER-422","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Received letter from Sarah Tracy, lists from New York, Illinois, package of bulbs from Devereux. Miss Tracy to go to Philadelphia soon, material for Mrs. Goodrich \"Masons\" is ready.  Asks if Devereux is sending mail directly to Regent. ER-16, p. 27","A.L.S. Fort Humboldt, CA. List of subscribers to Mount Vernon, and $11. ER-3, p. 227","A.L.S. Boston. May be better that Congressional trip to Mount Vernon was not large.  Is putting through press the memoir of Washington written for Encyclopedia Britannica and a volume of Mount Vernon Papers. ER-9, p. 277","A.L.S. Boston. Regrets visit to Washington is impossible and explains his engagements at length. ER-9, p. 279","A.L.S. Boston. Thanks them for their kind invitation dated on the 15th. Regrets that he will be unable to accept and repeat his Washington lecture in Washington, D.C. at this time.  Letter given by VR-NJ 1920. ER-9, p. 278","A.L.S. Boston. Reports he has collected about $70,000 for MVLA, $65,000 of which he has turned over to the Ladies; $5000 remains in hands of Trustees in Boston.  This total ($70,000) made up of proceeds from (1) his lectures (2) weekly column in the New York Ledger (3) sums sent to him by readers of the Ledger.  Mr. Hillard's article in Appleton's Cyclopoedia (Vol. VII, p. 353) brought about $600, since written.  Does not object to Eliot's stating Everett's contributions to MVLA separately from the rest of Boston's. A-639","Photostat. Regrets he cannot make Southern Tour; time and obligations will not permit it.  If went South, would have to stop at many places as well as New Orleans and Mobile.  Wishes he could make the Southern trip. ER-513 a, b","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. H. working for a substantial contribution from Masons. ER-12, p. 145","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Sends check for $400.  Thanks Miss Tracy for report of Miss Cunningham's Mount Vernon trip.  Fears it will not be some time before she can send funds \"by the hundreds\" for MVLA. ER-8, p. 45","A.L.S. New York. Hamilton receives speech of her cousin, Mr. Cochrane, on his visit to Mount Vernon, had already seen newspaper acct.  Glad Regent had 2 days at Mount Vernon.  Thinks rebuilding Greenhouse of 1st importance.  Hopes J.A. Washington will remain long enough to clear \"vistas\", pleased with his gift of aloe and plants.  Repairs on wharf, portico, and building new road, boundary fence, planting hedges.  Refers to Horticulturist Feb. 1847, on planting hedges, importing plants, suggests contributions of plants and shrubs.  Suggest subscription books on boat and at Mount Vernon.  Will send $2000.  Typewritten copy of part of this letter, p. 300. ER-12, p. 299","A.L.S. Baltimore. Offers to give a dramatic reading in Washington, as benefit for Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington. Mrs. Comegys is ill, yet they urge her to help in Washington.  Difficulties in obtaining supporting musicians, etc. for Miss May's concert.  Mr. Murdock's reading to be given Friday evening. ER-17, p. 78","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regrets allusion in February number of Record to John Brown. Delays caused by breakdown of the press. Mount Vernon sketch well-timed. He made it while at Mount Vernon last Spring. ER-D-23","A.L.S. Washington. Hebrew contribution paid to Regent and credited to New York in Mount Vernon Record. ER-16, p. 82","A.L.S. Will send material to Devereux as Sarah Tracy directs. New Jersey list will be sent to Mrs. Mitchell. ER-16, p. 28","A.L.S. Hartford. Encloses George C. Thornburn's letter re Mount Vernon restorations, and recommends him for superintendent at Mount Vernon. ER-4, p. 55","A.L.S. New Orleans. Encloses check for $100 to Riggs. ER-23, p. 179","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends check for $38.07. ER-23, p. 177","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends various sums collected in other states, also sum collected from old subscribers in 1856. ER-16, p. 273","A.L.S. Reports work rec'd that she and Miss Mitchell will attend to.  Devereux sent portraits for Maine. ER-16, p. 29","Typed partial transcript. Interest and enthusiasm for the cause is low. \"This is our Valley Forge!\" Needs to reignite passion for Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 80","A.L. Draft. Very upset at seeing mention of John Brown's raid in February Record--has worked to make this a national movement, cannot pay attention to their magazine to squabble between North and South--last December had stated emphatically that articles were to be referred to her before printing in Record--angry that this political article was printed without her sanction. ER-D-70","A.L.S. New Orleans. In spite of divided spirit in country hope that Everett will come to New Orleans in April, and despite previous decision to decline.  If can come, hope it to be a little prior to April 12.  Feels it quite urgent that Everett come. ER-423","Copy in two different hands. \"Extracts from a private letter of George C. Thornburn to Mrs. Sigourney.\"  Superintendent's appointment must be made at Grand Council.  States what he thinks should be done at Mount Vernon.  \"Let nothing be altered that Gen. Washington made,\" lawn, trees,…gardens, orange trees.  Claims he could get plants from all parts of world...nothing but restoration and keeping in order; with 6 or 8 men he can keep place in good condition when restored. ER-4, p. 55","A.L.S. Executive Mansion. ER-5, p. 9","A.L.S. Washington. Miss Cunningham wants to know how much New York has contributed thus far. ER-1, p. 142","A.L.S. Washington. Check from Mrs. Morse for $100 acknowledged. ER-22, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Sends to APC a letter signed by his wife. ER-22, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Partial typed transcript included. Urges Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to come and aid in making Mount Vernon excursion a success.  Rev. Dr. Hankas of N.Y. asked to deliver address on character of Washington. ER-1, p. 143","A.L.S. Boston. Difficulties re Federal Legislation for Mount Vernon cause at this time.  Declares Regent is doing more than any man could do.  Speaks at Washington Irving Commemoration.  VR-NY thinks NY will raise $40,000 for Mount Vernon - commends highly her judgment, energy and executive ability.  Gives Washington oration in Keene, N.H. and Bristol, R.I. with small returns expected. ER-9, p. 281","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports minor matters. ER-16, p. 30","A.L.S. New Orleans. Draft for $50. ER-424","A.L.S. Tallahassee, FL. At lasts gets communication in local paper which is now absorbed with controversy of North and South. Comments on Maj. George T. Ward's poem.  Reports small sums collected.  (Major Ward's poem, p. 131) ER-4, p. 271","A.L.S. Has sent Devereux lists of names he needs.  Notes trip Regent and Sec. Tracy made to MV. ER-16, p. 31","A.L.S. Washington. \"Private. Burn this.\" Members of Congress with families invited on excursion to Mount Vernon, Sat. p.m.  Mrs. Riggs issued the cards which forces her into a prominent position, but she will not attend.  News of various VRs.  Mrs. Fitch eager to have Mrs. Comegys at Mount Vernon.  Plans to leave Washington in its apathy, next week, calls it MVLA's Valley Forge.  Need for strong workers in Washington.  Dr. Hawkes to deliver address on Washington.  Mrs. Mary Chesnut, VR-SC, age 85, flower girl at Trenton when Washington passed through. ER-17, p. 81","A.L.S. Marine band, with soldiers, gone to Richmond, Va; if do not return others may be hired \"not however so good.\" ER-22, p. 95","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Fails to see Dr. Hawks.  Has $1500 now collected. ER-3, p. 231","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Regent $10 from Washington portraits. ER-16, p. 274","A.L.S. Washington. Excursion successful.  Fine day, more than 200 present.  Marine Band played.  Reports speakers favorably, invited reporters.  Mrs. Comegys detained by illness.  Mr. and Mrs. Riggs attend.  Mrs. Eve (VR-Ga) expected soon. ER-1, p. 145","A.L.S. Washington. Received 5 checks totaling $839.22--also check for $38.07 from Mrs. Pellet and $100 from Mrs. Morse. ER-22, p. 97","A.L.S. Washington. Thanks him for \"statement\", requests more for VRs.  Will insert in Record.  Reports excursion a success. ER-1, p. 147","A.L.S. Washington. Judge C. still ill.  Reports on success of excursion for members of Congress, boats to Mount Vernon.  Recites trouble in securing speakers.  200 or 300 persons present, platform erected before piazza, seats for audience, speakers fail to appear, substitutes not very satisfactory, members of Washington family present.  Miss Tracy has better offer for her services.  Regent considers leaving, but hopes Congress will make an appropriation. ER-17, p. 82","A.L.S. Rec'd from Sec. Tracy Indiana list, names duly copied and sent to Mount Vernon Record.  Lists are now up to date and in Devereux' hands. ER-16, p. 32","A.L.S. Washington. Sends $839.22 in checks. ER-23, p. 181","A.L.S. Beouff Prairie. Sends $15; also advises Mrs. Morse of $50 sent earlier through the Winston Morrison, and Co. ER-425","A.L.S. Washington. As he is leaving early next day, is unable to comply with Mrs. Tracy's request for interview but hopes he and Mrs. Sibley may meet her later. ER-11, p. 235","A.L.S. Washington. Reports the Mount Vernon visit of the previous week - 200 - 300 attended.  Requests Miss Hamilton to send on $1500 without waiting to increase it to $2000. ER-1, p. 149","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Calls her the \"Napoleon of her sex\" in energy and resolution.  Has sent for N.Y. Express with article on Congressional excursion to Mount Vernon.  Thinks with Regent Congress may make Mount Vernon appropriation this session.  Doubts wisdom of asking federal appropriation of $100,000 contingent on Association's raising same amount, but rather ask grant for a definite statement of immediate needs.  Rec'd $285 for last 2 lectures, expects $150 for a Maine lecture. ER-9, p. 283","A.L.S. Sees no immediate reason to worry about construction of a VA railroad near Mount Vernon.  Yet in principle, favors idea of purchasing more land around Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 70","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sends G.W. Riggs $1500.  Saturday excursion a success. ER-12, p. 301","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will hold Record no longer for news of Mrs. Chesnut--large order of portraits sent to Mrs. Johnson of Arkansas--have Miss C. sign enclosed draft and return it--draft is for 16 pages of April No.  ER-D-27","A.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Refers to clauses 3 and 4 of Constitution re Regent's powers in filling vacancies.  Mrs. Dickinson, VR-NC, resigned to be replaced by Mrs. Letitia H. Walker. ER-17, p. 84","A.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Asks her vote on appointment of successor to VR for North Carolina (resigned). ER-1, p. 151","A.L.S. Written by Sarah Tracy on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Washington. Reviews fraudulent action of \"Judge Underwood\" in collecting funds in midwest, Association's published notices denouncing him and attempts to prosecute him.  Only case of kind Association has had. ER-1, p. 153","A.L.S. In writing of Sarah Tracy. Washington. Asks Mrs. Morse to approve her new selection for Vice Regent of North Carolina, Letitia Walker, to replace Mrs. Dickinson who resigned. ER-426a","A.L.S. Devereux wishes to know about an article on Mrs. Chestnut.  Asks if Mrs. Mitchell resigns in May. ER-16, p. 33","A.L.S. Maple Hill, Southbury. Encloses $274.50 and hopes to send more during summer.  Connecticut contributors want to know when Mr. Thorburn is to be employed at Mount Vernon. ER-4, p. 67","A.L.S. New York. Delay in sending G.W. Riggs $1500.  Has reported an unfortunate rumor, wants correction made by Regent. ER-12, p. 301","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approves appointment of Mrs. Walker, Vice Regent of North Carolina.  Remarkable that there have been no defalcations, when money has been collected by so many people through so many channels. ER-12, p. 301","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Approves Mrs. Letitia H. Walker as VR for N. Carolina--leaves for Europe July 4, and will appoint a lady to take her place (Envelope dated May 4, 1860, and addressed to Washington, D.C.)","A.L.S. Washington. Encloses several checks. ER-23, p. 183","A.L.S. Dover. Concurs in appointment of Mrs. Walker for VR-NC. ER-17, p. 85","A.L.S. Mrs. Mitchell brought the \"letter of instructions.\" Should she send it? Also, should she include the St. Louis lists in the next issue of the Record? ER-16, p. 34","A.L.S. Draft sent to Riggs - amount not disclosed. ER-23, p. 173","A.L.S. Washington. Authorization to contract for wharf road at landing.  Cost not to exceed $4000. ER-1, p. 155","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt approves selection of VR of North Carolina--Mount Vernon Fair to be next Monday--much enthusiasm being shown for the fair in all quarters. ER-5, p. 265","A.L.S. Boston. Thinks not much more will come in from West.  Agrees that restoration should be solely by MVLA.  He regards any grant made by Congress as contributed by the people.  Does not think a celebration on taking possession for July 4th a good idea.  Sept 17, when G/W announced Constitution to people, would be better - or when repairs were completed. ER-9, p. 287","A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses $260 cash and $23 in checks for MVLA. ER-23, p. 184","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses Major Ward's Poem, which has brought in $61.  Reports other sums collected by Lady Managers.  People's interest has dropped but Mrs. Murat hopes to continue sending small sums. ER-4, p. 269","A.L.S. Attends to errands Regent wishes done. ER-16, p. 36","A.L.S. Check from Pennsylvania - $750, $50; Check from Arkansas $277.12.  Total $1077.12. ER-22, p. 99","A.L.S. Reports receipt of $283 from Mrs. Ritchie. ER-22, p. 101","A.L.S. New York. Encloses draft for $1500 from New York Life Insurance Co. for MVLA. ER-23, p. 185","A.L.S. Washington. Reports receipt of Miss Hamilton's check for $1500.  Hopes Miss C's health improving. ER-22, p. 103","A.L.S. Camden. As Vice Regent for South Carolina, she has been tasked with assigning Lady Managers for the MVLA. Asks if the recipient would be willing to accept this job. ER-301","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Approves Mrs. Walker's  appointment to replace Mrs. Dickinson, resigned.  Receives New York report of funds given, $38,868. Masons have sent $70.  Approves appointment of Mrs. Chesnut, VR-SC.  Will send Mr. Riggs $497. ER-14, p. 87","Receipt for payment for services rendered as private secretary, $34 and for repayment for the \"washerwoman\" $3.75. ER-16, p. 83","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Encloses $61.50 toward Mound Vernon fund. ER-23, p. 187","A.L.S. Washington. Reports $10 from Miss McMakin, $120 from Mrs. Ritchie.  Mentions a $600 forged draft sent to him. ER-22, p. 149","A.L.S. Boston. Private. Sends list of contributions with attached list just rec'd of 20 fifty cent contributions.  Distressed at Baltimore nomination as he wishes to retire from public life. ER-9, p. 285","A.L.S. Copy. Private. Asks him to pay note for $2000 due on March 1--needs money to make certain arrangements before leaving the city. ER-D-108","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Rejoices at prospect of Congressional appropriation--unable to attend first Council--leaves her duties in hands of a Lady Manager--hard times--their cause no longer meets with ridicule.","A.L.S. Washington. Requests Mr. Riggs to send to APC two checks for $48 \"on some Phila Bank\"…\" to the order of Miss Elizabeth Mitchell\". ER-23, p. 187","A.L.S. Soon to report the account of the MVLA.  Receipt of check for $61.50. ER-22, p. 105","A.L.S. Sends Mr. Riggs check for $48. Requests he sends back that amount in cash. ER-23, p. 188","A.L.S. Sends her check for $48 plus $27 cash - altogether $85. ER-22, . 107","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Mrs. Hoyt continues to injure the cause at Madison with \"her little George \u0026 his Hatchet\"--leaves for Europe in July.","A.L.S. London. Legation of the U.S. in London. Replies to Regent's Appeal to raise funds among those in foreign service. ER-3, p. 233","A.L.S. Sends vouchers for last account. ER-22, p. 109","A.L.S. St. Louis. Subscription lists possibly lost by express company--express companies charging Association for some packages--the fair a success--only a few ladies of former association served at the Fair--difficuties in connection with the fair--during Mrs. Hart's vice-regency, only $51 were made at a fair--$2000 made at this one--Mr. Barret's note not paid yet--governor promises to pay but no reliance can be placed in him--collection not going well in state. ER-5, p. 267","A.L.S. Boston. Wishes to have Mount Vernon \"Gem\" designed by Billings to be sold for their statue fund, placed on sale at Mount Vernon. News clipping advertisement accompanies letter. ER-10, p. 91","A.L.S. Regarding the arrival of her brother to the Kirkwood house. ER-22, p. 111","A.L.S. Philadelphia. They were unprepared for her request for payment of Portrait note, and cannot pay it at this time--he understood their agreement to be that they should pay note by degrees as they could--she misunderstood him and he is sorry the Regent is anxious and disappointed about the note--sale of portraits and Record will eventually permit them to repay note--present business stagnation affects sales--Mount Vernon sketch in Farewell Address not satisfactory for use in Harper. ER-D-83","A.L.S. North Hartland. Minor points of progress, interest in Vermont has flagged.  Lady Managers think they should resign, political news crowds out Mount Vernon news. ER-11, p. 230","A.L.S. Richmond. Check from Virginia MVLA for $250.62. ER-23, p. 189","A.L.S. Offer from Mr. Ferro, \"the lecturer on Italia.\" ER-22, p. 113","A.L.S. Washington. Notes two receipts from Mrs. Ritchie (VR of VA) - for $116.67 and $250.62. ER-22, p. 115","A.L.S. Says will be in New York - if needs anything to contact Mr. M.C. Bestor at Mr. Riggs' office. ER-22, p 117","A.L.S. Boston. Baltimore nomination for President of the U.S. unwelcome and has caused him much work - the second office then tendered him, after convention adjourned, giving him no way of refusing without serious results to ticket.  \"The Union of the States has, I fear, a very short time to endure.\"  further comment on coming election. ER-9, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Says lecture and exhibition on Italia brought poor return ($26.50) and expenses ran over $20.  Requests Mr. Riggs to ask APC what to do with them. (actually it lost money). ER-23, p. 191","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. She has examined receipts and finds everything in order--[Devereux affair]--goes to witness Japanese reception. ER-23, p. 193","A.L.S. Washington. Hopes she enjoyed the Japanese reception.  Informs her of Mr. Fern's letter regarding loss at the Italia Exhibition. ER-22, p. 119","A.L.S. Boston. Check from Mrs. Greenough for $564.65. ER-23, p. 197","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Devereux's account with MVLA accurate.  APC await my promised interview with Mr. Brown.  Failure of bill to aid Mount Vernon to pass Congress mentioned. ER-23, p. 195","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Deputation from Chestnut St. Female Seminary wishes audience with Regent. ER-16, p. 37","A.L.S. Regarding their opinions of Congress. Notes receipt of check from Mass for $564.65. ER-22, p. 121","A.L.S. Hopes to have a proposition prepared for tomorrow, subject to his suggestions. ER-D-82","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Sends him his thoughts on affairs relating to fund--believes if Miss Cunningham would adopt his ideas and officially call on public to respond, the treasury would benefit greatly--Farewell Address dedicated to Mr. Everett would meet immense success---the slight advance every month would bring a large return to Assoc.--could thus reduce by installment the $2000 out of their returns--also, matter referred to in verbal communication he could gradually pay out of his portion of the half returns--his services to the Assoc. include gratuitous aid of Express Companies--although Miss Cunningham says she cannot pay for more than 12 pages in May and June numbers, they will have to print 16, as promised in their prospectus--must have money for 12 pages on Monday to get it out. ER-D-86","A.L.S. Mt. Lebanon, LA. Notes sent $17.50 to Mrs. Morse and the gift has not yet been acknowledged in Mount Vernon Record. E-427","A.L.S. Washington.  Re: Bill to return Mount Vernon, failure to pass House; surprised at opposition and despairs that Congress will act in this patriotic endeavor.  (see p. 95 - brief of letter dated Dec 17, 1860) ER-4, p. 105","Receipt for payment for service rendered as private secretary and \"washerwoman.\" ER- 16, p. 8316-83","A.L.S. Greensboro. Bank of Cape Fear. Check for $426.57 from VR of North Carolina, Letitia Walker. ER-23, p. 199 23-199","A.L.S. Encloses payment for fund. ER 23, p. 205","A.L.S. Richmond. Sends Regent by Mrs. Ritchie, remainder of names of Va. Subscribers taken from list in Archives of State, also accounts for all money that passed through Sec.'s hands, some unpaid subscription, doubts if they can be collected.  Names have been ready a long time awaiting Regent's orders. ER-16, p. 275","A.L.S. Washington. Receipt of $426.57 from Mrs. Walker noted. ER-22, p. 12322-123","A.L.S. St. Louis. Sends $4050.55 from Mrs. Anne Hunt, VR for Mo. ER-23, p. 203","A.L.S. Returns the original note and Account of the Devereux's--they are safer in her possession--will bring the suit at once--papers will be out for this month and for July. ER-D-40","Copy, extracts from letter. Sec. McMakin had written for Mr. Comegys' opinion on legality of \"Charter having been made amendment of first one passed by Legislature\", gives explanation of action, asks how far and in what way it places Association under control of first charter. ER-11, p. 115","Two small fragments. Cooper Seminary, Dayton, Ohio.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends Report with checque for $511.45--leaves Mount Vernon matters in hands of Mrs. A.J. Aikens (Envelope addressed to Philadelphia, Pa.)","A.L.S. Notes receipt of check from Mrs. Murat (VR-Fla) for $37. ER-22, p. 127","A.L.S. Has not yet recovered from the shock of yesterday's discovery--desires to see Miss Cunninigham to be assured of her confidence in him and to discuss his role in future publication of the Record and his relationship with Association. ER-D-16","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Has sent subscribers' list Devereux and Sons, and $188 for Washington portraits. ER-14, p. 87","A.L.S. Mr. Devereux desires to see Miss Cunningham at 1 o'clock today. ER-D-110","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Mme. Murat's check--Devereux's brother told of the terrible affair--he was horrified and will do all he can to make restitution--cautions him not to pay anything except to Miss Cunningham --there may be another draft presented. ER-23, p. 209","A.L.S. New Orleans. Money was long before sent to Mr. Riggs in Washington, D.C.  Probably names of contributors not published because were too many and \"will no doubt appear in due course of publication…\" ER-428","Copies of at least two letters, in writing of secretaries Mary McMakin and Sarah Tracy. Regent cannot act to relieve financial embarrassments of Devereux and Co.--information reaches her that George Devereux has no other support for his family since financial crisis except money furnished for Mt. Vernon Record and Portraits--demands to know if this is true--must have written agreement about Portraits to be supplied Mt. Vernon--half of money sent to Devereux and Co. for portraits is supposed to have been sent to Mr. Riggs as their donation [There is also a copy of this letter] ER-D-125, ER-D-126","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Her pain over his nonfullfillment of his obligation to Mr. Mitchell--assents to her paying the debt and deducting it, but would prefer to pay it himself out of Aug. advance--cannot talk to her about other matter until he talks to his brother--great anxieties to which the publication of Record has subjected him although he realizes its great services to Assoc.--must talk over with brother the statement she sent--if Record is crushed, their hopes for future go with it, too. ER-D-102","A.L.S. Washington. Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Barry have agreed to MVLA sale of its Virginia stock.  Will be done when deemed advisable. ER-4, p. 107","A.L. Unable to see Mr. Brown--desires to know her decision in regard to May and June nos. of Record--he is in painful position--hopes she will permit him to go ahead with the Record and thus begin to adjust terrible difficulties in which he is involved. ER-D-71","A.L.S. Must have perfect understanding in their present business transactions--will submit to Mr. Brown a \"Proposition\" for their guidance in present situation. ER-D-93","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Notes receipt of draft for $650 presented to him.  Says it is a forgery, he believes.  Enquiry of APC as to whether she ever authorized it. ER-22, p. 141","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. Miss Cunningham has had general interviews with Messrs. Brown and Devereux.  Mr. Devereux has left for New York - has \"run through $18,000\" of his mother's and wife's money - has also been the man forging drafts on the MVLA accounts.  Forged an acceptance of a draft in Mr. Riggs' hand for $1000 despite great financial loss, N.B. Devereux will continue to print the Record. ER-23, p.123","A.L.S. Washington. Forged note he earlier mentioned has been presented for payment.  Has been drawn and negotiated. ER-22, p. 143","A.L.S. Wants a clear understanding before embarking on new duties so abruptly cast upon him--please study paper he gave Mr. Brown and see if it meets her approval--May Record is printed. ER-D-98","A.L.S. His present terrible complications in business necessitate his having a definite agreement now so he knows exactly where he stands--has sent \"Proposition\" to Mr. Brown--he must know, if he is to carry on Record, what means of support he can count on--will labor earnestly and assiduously to repair damages to his name and prosperity. ER-D-96","A.L.S. Says Devereux's embezzelment has brought his brother to the state of despondency.  APC outraged.  Letter to Mr. Riggs has rather caustic tone. ER-23, p. 215","A.L.S. Encloses receipt for $300--had hoped for $400. ER-D-90","A.L.S. His troubles make him especially anxious that she understands him in relation to what is to be done about the Record--nothing can be decided until after May and June numbers are out--had to borrow $300 to get May Record from printer and $100 for paper--if she draws on Mr. RIggs, must write or telegraph him (Mr. R.) as a necessary precaution. ER-D-85","A.L.S. May Records are sent--has Mitchell of Wisconsin resigned?--they need more material and lists of names for June Record. ER-D-94","A.L.S. Since his undesirable nomination many demands on him.  Note Mr. Cochran's \"desponding remarks\" in Mount Vernon Congressional action - will talk with C.F. Adams, Republican. Sends her newspaper copy of his oration which will be in pamphlet form. ER-9, p. 291","A.L.S. Asks her to authorize him to receive the amount owing to her or Mr. Brown from Mr. Godey (on reverse is \"Approved David Paul Brown July 14 1860\"). ER-D-81","A.L. Incomplete. Writes on Regent's behalf--appropriation bill killed in House--Miss Cunningham discovered forgery of her name to draw funds from Assoc. fund [by Devereux]--great loss to many people. ER-5, p. 188","A.L.S. New York. Re his father's check for $276.50 given his mother in exchange for Mount Vernon funds she wished to send Regent.  Check not presented until after father's death.  Son offers to send amount as soon as check is located, so that legal procedure will cause no delay in payment. [Marginal note states: two oak trees were planted at Mount Vernon in memory of Mrs. Goodrich, VR-Conn, and Miss Sigourney.] ER-4, p. 73","A.L.S. Farmer's Bank, Dover letterhead. Draft to Mr. Riggs for $23.30. ER-23, p. 219","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Written on behalf of the Regent. Note, not presented during his father's illness, when presented, son asks that it be returned to him for adjustment of payment. ER-4, p. 72","Draft. Miss Tracy's delicate health forces McMakin to the painful duty of informing him of loss to Association of $5000 through forgery of Miss Cunningham's name to checks by Mr. Devereux--she had thought such a thing impossible since Riggs was informed every check given Devereux and Co.--Devereux's brother to attempt to repay--others have lost money also--has placed matter in hands of D.P. Brown, upon Mr. Riggs' advice--asks his advice on keeping the matter quiet--the wretched man has escaped--only Mrs. Ritchie, Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Eve have been told of the affair--Miss Cunningham's distress over the matter prevents any mental exertion now--she has gone to Cape May. ER-D-18","A.L.S. Astoria. Refers to a most unfortunate affair, the concealment of which might bring criticsim to the Assn. ER-3, p. 237","A.L.S. Concerns the Mount Vernon Record. ER-D-95","A.L.S. Sends Well Fargo draft for $1012.75, one of National Bank of New York - 11.00.  Recent Devereux ordeal has greatly affected APC's health - she has gone to Cape May for rest.  N.B. Devereux plans to try to repay debt to MVLA ($5000)  APC wants to keep the whole affair private.  Says account with Riggs now ought to be about $8000. ER-23, p. 219","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re arrest of Devereux and settlement of his case. ER-13, p. 163","A.L.S. San Francisco. Devereux mistaken in statement that the Vice Regent of California ordered 1000 cop. of Washington portrait--it was 200.  Rec'd 200 \"Everett's no.\" which were distributed among Lady Managers, also some boxes from Devereux, 500 (portraits?) lacking and she has kept accurate accts.  Two illuminated Addresses paid for and not rec'd. \"Shocked and pained Congress refuses aid\". ER-8, p. 251","A.L.S. Sandy Hill. Collected $200 and asks for instructions in depositing it. ER-3, p. 234","A.L.S. Boston. Re Devereux forgery, agrees with Regent on suppressing unnecessary publicity.  D.P. Bown best legal adviser in case. ER-9, p. 293","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of $1012.75 in Wells Fargo draft, $11 on New York bank.  Since last account he has paid out $4500 in repairs and materials to Mount Vernon.  Balance in account about $6000.  Will pay Mr. Washington $5000 and \"take the chance of something coming in to meet Mr. Herbert's Expenditure\".  Remaining to be paid to Mr. Washington is the last $1666.67 on last bond and the interest on the bond. ER-22, p. 145","A.L.S. Calls on D.P. Brown for an opinion, reports minor duties.  Devereux reports June and July numbers about ready. ER-16, p. 39","A.L.S. Washington. Minor matter concerning pay on $11 draft. ER-22, p.147","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mr. Brown answers APC of some kind of equitable settlement with NB Devereux.  APC impatient.  Mr. Brown recommends \"the strictest secrecy\" in this whole affair. ER-23, p. 207","A.L.S. New York inclined \"to be fussy\".  Devereux brought list of delinquents today, he has suppressed undesirable allusion to Dallas letter--favorably inpressed with article for Mount Vernon Record.  Mr. Godey's son called re check sent, Devereux wishes part of it, will deliver papers to D.P. Brown.  Wishes to remain where she is as long as possible. ER-16, p. 38","A.L.S. Misunderstanding re Devereux's partnership.  Has sent Mr. Godey's check. ER-16, p. 40","A.L.S. North Hartland, Vermont. Reports on money received, but interest in Mount Vernon seems to have waned.  Wants more portraits from Devereux, both Washington and Everett. ER-11, p. 231","Draft. Miss Cunningham prefers the \"dunning\" letters be written by him as editorial work,--she cannot take any steps in regard to Record until affairs of old firm are legally settled--in meantime he can be making Report of Portrait account, and plans for making paper self-sustaining--Miss Cunningham must report to VR's soon on the affair and her handling of it--she has placed affair in hands of Mr. Brown to decide legal action--until losses are covered by indemnification, no contract concerning reissue of Record can be entered into--Miss Cunningham particularly anxious about electrotype plates. ER-D-117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends copy of contract between Mr. Bradshaw and Association for new wharf and road; reports on bills paid and outstanding; plans for completion of buildings; building fence and enclosure around entire boundary except 1/2 mile of plank fencing- 200 yards to finish within sight of Mansion.  Mr. Slater and Mr. Steel, Eng and Scotch gardeners give advice on hedges - recommends native cedar; one kiln brick burned - 80,000 good quality. ER-3, p. 235","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mentions article that has gone to Press, and Regent's surprise visit from Sec. Tracy. ER-16, p. 42","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends copies of June Record--desired to prevent delay in getting the paper out, so some things are included which should have been canceled--intends to change Record soon and solicit advertisements to increase revenue--must not be late in getting out publications--wants $400 by Monday's mail. ER-D-4","A.L.S. Mount Savage. Tracy is visiting her family.  Fails to find an old newspaper containing acct of Devereux forgery.  Mentions Mrs. Gittings, prospective VR, is Mr. Ritchie's sister.  Has a list of gentlemen who would act as managers.  Sends sample of beautiful printing for Association. ER-16, p. 85","Photostat. Thanks Livermore for defending Everett's \"Mount Vernon Papers\" against attacks of NY paper.  Have brought  MVLA $13,000. ER-514","A.L.S. Received draft from Mrs. Cutts, forwards her $15.50 of it--hopes to hear from her regarding future purposes in regard to the Record.  A receipt from N.B. Devereux to A.P. Cunningham for $15.50, his half of Washington Portrait money. ER-D-68","A.L.S. Astoria. Sends $120 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-23, p. 221","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Reports his action in Devereux Case - judgment served for $2000. ER-3, p. 239","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Miss Cunningham has paid $400 herself--Record to be suspended for 2 months--Mr. Brown advises no action against fugitive [Devereux]. ER-23, p. 223","A.L.S. Barnstable. Sends $8 from the school children. ER- 12, p. 147","A.L. incomplete. Reasons why Miss Cunningham cannot follow Mr. Brown's advice in prosecuting forger, (Devereux).  \"Record\" on hand transferred to Assn.  Regent now computing amounts of contributions in relation to population of various states.  Commends NY for continued contributions. ER-1, p. 157","A.L. Cape Island, N.J. Concerning Devereux forgery case. ER-1, p. 159","A.L.S. Cape Island, N.J. Sends check for $10--introduces Mr. J.W. Derrickson, a Phila. broker, a sufferer in recent distressing affair [Devereux affair]--Mr. Brown advises Association to take no action against [Devereux]--Record will be suspended temporarily. ER-23, p. 225","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Refer applicants to Derrickson business to him--discusses responsibility of Mr. Riggs in regard to forged papers he passed. ER-D-22","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re appropriation from Congress.  Contributions small and hard to raise. ER-12, p. 149","A.L. fragment. Boston. Recommends Miss Hamilton and  Mrs. Comegys most efficient advisers and friends in Mrs. Ritchie's absence. ER-9, p. 294","A.L.S. from George A. (Taylor?) of the Railroad Bank, Savannah, GA. Check for $336.87 for payment of dividends to MVLA. ER-23, p.229","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Concerns unanswered letter from Miss Tracy to Mr. Berghmans--Advised daughter not to turn over money to MVLA until the \"clouds of war\" has passed away. ER-13, p. 73","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Warrant issued for arrest of George T. Devereux, attempts to find him.  Is following advice of D.P. Brown.  Affair has caused many differing opinion in business circles.  Will see G.W. Riggs on his return.  Fears Association has been victimized to a greater extent than at first thought. ER-13, p. 165","A.L.S. Mount Savage. Mrs. Weld suggests Mrs. Basil Gordon as VR-Md, but discusses two others.  Mrs. LeVert is in Boston; Mrs. Ritchie has sailed for Europe. ER-16, p. 86","A.L.S. Sends check for $10. DC MVLA has done little for the cause. ER-23, p. 231","A.L.S. Endorses check for $10 which she neglected to send in previous day's letter. ER-23, p. 233","Draft. Informs her how to send remittances--difficulty with one of editors of Record make it necessary to suspend publication for 2 months--sends her 25 copies of last number to disseminate knowledge of doings of Association--congratulates her on success in South Carolina --Miss Cunningham suffers prostration of her energies now. ER-D-118","Describes visit to Mount Vernon and its condition. Laments that the furniture was not part of the purchase agreement signed by the Ladies. Notes dilapidated condition when Association took it over, repairs and improvements made, lack of furniture in house, criticism of J.A.W. and present caretakers. ER-2, p. 243","A.L.S. Re Council and illness; Mrs. Ritchie, who always assisted in arrangements now fatally ill; E. Everett's cares absorbing his attention; and her own S.C. plantation needs.  Majority of VRs will determine date of Council.  Wishes large attendance. ER-11, p. 116","A.L.S. Has $500 in a New York bank for MVLA endowment fund. ER-3, p. 244","A.L.S. Office of the Lehigh Crane Iron Co. Sends $20 in checks and list of contributors. ER-23, p. 233","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $20 from Mr. Leedom \u0026 list of contributors.  Asks whether MVLA plans to reclaim from  the endorsers the forgeries that had been paid.  Answwers to be referred to Mr. Brown, APC's counsel. ER-22, p. 153","A.L.S. Cape Island. Constitution provides for annual Council; but last year unnecessary as VRs were raising funds.  Council necessary this year as John A. Washington has left MV and Association had to assume possession of Estate.  Regent wishes to combine first Council with final ceremony of taking possession of MV, and asks VR to select the date.  Asks VRs to preserve their letters for Association archives. ER-19, p. 69","A.L.S. Baltimore. Had interview with Dr. Morris.  No letter from Mrs. Gordon; discusses other possibilities for VR-Md. ER-16, p. 87","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of $10 from Miss McMakin. ER-22, p. 155","A.L.S. Sends draft for $90. ER-23, p. 235","A.L.S. New York. Re securing rooms for Regent.  Mrs. LeVert is in New York. ER-16, p. 89","A.L.S. Maple Hill, Southbury. First letter after death of her husband (Peter Parley); she is ready to go back to MV work, in which her husband was entirely in sympathy. ER-4, p. 68","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt from Miss McMakin of $90. ER-22, p. 157","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt thinks Dec. 14, day of Washington's death, is best day for Association to take possession of Mount Vernon--Mrs. Hunt will be there if at all possible. ER-5, p. 269","A.L.S. Cape May. Philadelphia artist who executed George Washington and Martha Washington portraits for Devereux and Co. suggests that he might carry on the work started by them. ER-13, p. 169","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re running a boat to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 173","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Requests Macalester to use his influence upon Miss Cunningham to get permission to run a boat from Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 171","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Recommends Capt. Taggart and his proposition for a daily boat to Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 175","A.L.S. Chicago. Treasurer for the Illinois MVLA. Sends draft for $1000. ER-23, p. 235","A.L. He and Mr. Brown to call on her today--Mrs. D. sends her fruit. ER-D-99","A.L.S. New York. Concerning minor MVLA matters. ER-22, p. 159","A.L.S. New Orleans. Re time for MVLA to take formal possession of MV; if it cannot be in summer, will vote for Feb. 22nd. ER-14, p. 51","A.L.S. Hartford. Urges MV be cleaned up and made attractive, suggests G.C. Thornburn of Neward could do the work well. ER-4, p. 56","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re daily boat service between Washington and MV. ER-13, p. 181","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re daily boat service between Washington and MV, excepting Sundays. ER-13, p. 177","A.L.S. Washington. Acknowledges receipt of draft for $1000. ER-22, p. 161","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thousand dollar check received--send Miss Cunningham $77 from portrait money--encloses letter to Mr. Herbert, making arrangements for Baron Renfrew's visit to Mount Vernon--asks him to be at Mount Vernon to aid Mr. Herbert in receiving Queen Victoria's son. ER-23, p. 137","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re running boat service between Washington and MV.  Boat 165' long, 27' wide, gives further details of construction.  Would pay Association 25% of passenger revenue, to be increased if number of passengers warrant.  Free passage for Mount Vernon Ladies. ER-13, p. 183","A.L.S. Milwaukee. \"Vice Regent pro tem Wisconsin\" Lack of interest by Lady Managers--tragedy of Lady Elgin steamer --reasons for lack of energy and patriotism in Wisconsin.","A.L. Philadelphia. Formal note stating they will render soon an account on sale of G/W portraits. ER-13, p. 167","A.L.S. Washington. He and Mr. Herbert saw President.  Seems Queen Victoria's son to arrive at Mount Vernon soon.  Riggs a little embarrassed to take the Prince to see Mount Vernon in its dilapidated condition. ER-22, p. 163","A.L.S. Boston. Miss Macalaster mentioned Regent is improved…does herself injustice in referring to her mental faculties as she does…as her letters are as clear as ever.  Discusses date for Council meeting at length, also of celebrating Association's possession of Mount Vernon.  Regrets Mrs. Ritchie cannot counsel her at this time - expects her return in Spring - commends her to Miss Hamilton and Mrs. Comegys.  Regrets South attitude toward him. ER-9, p. 295","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham delighted he is to be one of the Baron's attendants. Southern Fire Eaters are very English in their tastes. ER-23, p. 239","A.L.S. Encloses bill for portraits--Mr. David Paul Brown will be at his office tomorrow to sign agreement with her. Letter ER-D-9, Bill ER-D-10","A.L.S. Washington. His trip to Mount Vernon with the Prince was a success.  Mr. Herbert did fine job preparing Mount Vernon for the visit.  Describes visit in detail. ER-22, p. 165","A.L. North Hartland, Vermont. End of letter missing. Sends $75, irregular billing and delivery of MV Record settled.  Orders to Devereux not filled, will write new firm, regrets Devereux' conduct.  Looks forward to meeting the MV Ladies in person when Council meets and possession is taken of MV; suggests timne of inauguration good date for meeting. ER-11, p. 231","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham interested in Mount Vernon reception of the Prince, but chides him for not sending her check she requested--wants full account of funds not invested. ER-23, p. 241","A.L.S. He is unwell, would prefer meeting her on Saturday--will see Mr. Brown the same day. ER-D-97","A.L.S. Washington. Apologizes for forgetting to send check. Now encloses check for $77.  With that withdrawn, $348.88 in MVLA account.  Used $2000 more of Treasury notes for Mount Vernon repairs. ER-22, p. 166","A.L.S. Receives check from Riggs for $77 APC \"distressed at the state of the Treasury\".  Says Mr. Washington owes MVLA for certain boat receipts. ER-241","A.L. Copy. Philadelphia. Asks for detailed statement re proposed continuance of boat service to Mount Vernon, to lay before Vice Regents. ER-1, p. 165","A.L.S. Citizens Bank of Louisiana. Check for $50.ER-23, p. 270","A.L.S. Detroit. Prefers Feb.22 to Dec. 14 as date of taking possession of Mount Vernon. ER-17, p, 154","A.L.S. Staten Island. Asks for date of next Council meeting, so she can make her winter plans by it. ER-4, p. 68","Addressed to Miss Johnson, although Christie Johnson was no longer secretary for the MVLA. Date is written on letter and appears to be accurate. Encloses circular she has sent to the Masons.  Hopes for substantial aid from them. ER-12, p. 167","A.L.S. Mendato, Minnesota. Writes that Mrs. Sibley has been confined to her room, seriously ill for 4 mos.  Ernestly desires that her resignation be accepted, and her successor be appointed, so that every effort may be made to raise Minn's quota.  Explains the extreme financial troubles in the state. ER-11, p. 235","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends dimensions of rooms; recommends hall be covered with old cloth; paid Mr. Bradshaw $1000 for work though work was delayed.  Old portico has been pulled down and new one is being built. ER-3, p. 301","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Encloses order for $693.50. ER-23, p. 243","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Approves Feb. 22 as date for taking possession of Mount Vernon and recommends Grand Council to be held at that time also.  Sent Mr. Riggs $694 making total Mississippi contribution $4642.19.  Reports appointing a Lady Manager in Milliken's Bend, La., unrepresented before, the home of her daughter. ER-14, p. 87","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re Association's proposal to change terms of contract re boat service.  Gave John A. Washington 1/4 gross receipts, free passage for his family, carried his freight.  Contract with him dated Aug. 1850; wish to continue on same basis.  Boat company has paid stockholders no dividends in nine years, and company is still in debt.  Company will sell its boat to MVLA. ER-3, p. 240","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Southerners having trouble cashing cotton drafts with banks - will this affect the Southern VR drafts to Mr. Riggs?  APC highly concerned over status of MVLA Treasury. ER-23, p. 245","A.L.S. Alexandria. Learns that steamer Thomas Collyer contract is to be terminated, makes proposition to build a new steamer if Association will give exclusive rights of transportation of Mount Vernon visitors; will pay Association $1800 for privilege; or 25% on all visitors, will repair new wharf.  Encloses itemized estimate of receipts probably if his plan is accepted by MVLA, as $8580. ER-3, p. 241","A.L.S. Alexandria. Reports on amount contributed ($97) on bills; asks about grates for library and dining room and kind of coal wanted; re Mr. Bradshaw's forfeit. ER-3, p. 241","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re a specified run, but thinks present plan better for both MVLA and Boat Co.  Gross receipts for July 1859 - July 1860 were $6696, which minus 1/4 paid was $1674. ER-3, p. 240","A.L.S. Alexandria. If his plan is accepted he will make 4 trips per week from Apr 1-Sept 1, 3 trips unless prevented by weather during other mos.  Boat to leave Washington 9:30 a.m. and remain at Mount Vernon 1 3/4 hrs., will also carry all freight of MVLA, its officers and employees free. ER-3, p. 241","A.L.S. Suggestions reach him too late to carry them out.  Says Mr. Yancy did not denounce Mr. Everett.  Mr. Ritchie has confidence in E. Everett. ER-3, p. 244","A.L.S. New York. Difficulties in getting in touch with Mrs. Goodrich, Miss Hamilton and Mrs. LeVert. ER-15, p. 7","A.L. Draft. Acknowledges receipt of \"opinions\" he has sent.  Regent concerned that enthusiasm to continue contributions wanes now that purchase has been made.  Mount Vernon plans await Lincoln's Declaration.  Exultation in accomplishing purchase is now overshadowed by uncertainty of the country's future. ER-11, p. 111","A.L.S. Washington. Cannot afford to change contract for boat to Mount Vernon.  Have run boat for 9 years, without much profit.  Doubt another company, though it may make better offer, can do it cheaper in fact. ER-4, p. 106","A.L.S. Southbury. Cannot meet Miss Tracy's request for a meeting in New York - but asks that Miss Tracy write and she will answer back as she feels very strong on \"the subject.\" ER-4, p. 69","A.L.S. New York. Had interview with Mary Morris Hamilton.  Seems to favor retaining Bryan and hiring better boat.  Mrs. Ritchie's letter to Miss Hamilton re Regent's residence at Mount Vernon, question of furnishings, which will cost $400-500, table service, etc., freight, insured send by schooner. ER-15, p. 11","A.L.S. New York. Fears she will not have bills ready to send Regent but will show them to M.M. Hamilton.  Is told Mrs. LeVert has left town.  Asks about Maryland.  Will attend an auction for furniture. ER-16, p. 90","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Conference with Capts. Wilden and Taggart re boat Logan.  Will make daily or tri-weekly trip as you prefer. ER-13, p. 71","A.L.S. New York. Pleased to find merchants gave 5% and 10% off cost on Mount Vernon bill.  Comments on political affairs.  Mr. Lincoln's election. ER-15, p. 15","A.L.S. Alexandria. Asks him to send enclosed letter to Regent; hopes for a favorable reply. ER-8, p. 75","A.L.S. Alexandria. Elected President of Alexandria, Mount Vernon Turnpike R.R. Co.  Board hears Association is opposed to road, asks for official statement from Association; company does not wish to interfere with their cause, but to aid it. ER-8, p. 73","A.L.S. New York. Sends draft for $1000. ER-23, p. 247","A.L.S. Washington. Notes receipt of check for $1000 from Miss Hamilton.  Tells her not to sell Va. State bonds - if Virginia leaves the Union, Mount Vernon will leave to go, too. ER-22, p. 167","A.L.S. Sends $11 check.  Says \"political intelligence of this morning\" (election of Lincoln?) spells \"the death knell of the Union.\" ER-23, p. 247","A.L.S. Nashville. Assures Regent of her continued loyalty and zeal.  Will institute agencies all over State and report results.  Lincoln elected, Union not dissolved.  In the Grand Torch Light procession (1000 torches) saw banner \"Mount Vernon the Golden Link of the Union\".  E. Everett's speeches will doubtless go forward.  Thinks Tenn. bound for Union.  Suggest Prince of Wales might contribute.  Has written between 1000-2000 letters for Mount Vernon, and willing to write 1000 more. ER-10, p. 217","A.L.S. St. Louis. Asks whether she should forward subscriptions, between $1300 and $1400, or place them at interest there.  Suggests asking some of the Lady Managers to attend ceremonies when possession is taken of the Estate. ER-10, p. 92","A.L.S. Regent planning to pay Mrs. Comegys a \"long visit\"; she is worn out by the polical prospects, and wishes to consult with her and her husband on future plans for Association.  Short quotation written on page from E. Everett's letter, Aug. 22, 1860, to Regent, recommending her, in Mrs. Ritchie's absence, to Mrs. Comegys and M.M. Hamilton as \"efficient advisors and friends\". ER-17, p. 86","Fragment. Notation that \"in Cora's\" absence APC would \"find most efficient advisors and friends in Mrs. Comegys and Mary Hamilton.\" Other notations \"v.9, 294\" and \"Mr. Malrin to Comegys, Nov. 15, 1860\"","A.L.S. Philadelphia. In order to make final settlement without jeopardizing the opportunity to raise further funds for maintenance of property, she proposes that the terms be consummated  privately and the contract placed in the hands of a third party. RM-523, ER-4270","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thinks present staff can prevent damage to estate.  Will place extra man at tomb.  Old vault has been well enclosed with high paling fence. ER-3, p. 245","A.L.S. Hartford, CT. Offers 10 or 20 copies of new volume of her poems, profits for planting trees, shrubs or hedge at Mount Vernon.  Note by Mrs. S.E.J. Hudson also in folder says no known plantings at Mount Vernon in honor of Mrs. Sigourney or Mrs. Goodrich, who had both requested them. ER-4, p. 52-53","A.L.S. He has already paid Post Office dept. $10 through Jan. 1861 for P.O. box--agrees it is fair for Association to pay half--he has paid over $20 to letter carrier for outside letters (he charged a cent on each). ER-D-104","A.L.S. Hagerstown. Peter J. Adams, William Marr, and Lewis Schindel \"Judges of Election\" enclose $7 contributed by voters of Hagerstown at late election for Mount Vernon fund. Given to the Mayor of Washington, D.C. James G. Berret to deliver to MVLA. ER-23, p. 249","A.L.S. St. Louis. Is she to assume possession of Mount Vernon on Dec. 14? ER-5, p. 269","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Cunningham plans visit to Mrs. Comegys. ER-15, p. 13","A.L.S. Boston. Re his being denounced an \"Abolitionist\" and lengthy statement of his activities from young manhood. ER-9, p. 297","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Mr. Herbert has bachelor accommodations at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Herbert and Mr. Bryan consult with her re boat service.  Mrs. John A. Washington dies of apoplexy. ER-15, p. 14","Two handwritten extracts of a letter from Sarah Tracy to Margaret Comegys re: the Bryan boats to Mount Vernon and controversy between Mr. Bryan and Mr. Herbert. ER-17, p, 87","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Herbert says the \"road company\" is determined to get railroad; if Association will not aid they will keep matter before public to secure its favor and force Association to yield.  Suggests an article in newspapers stating MVLA's objections to road might forestall company's plan.  Mr. Herbert thinks them a \"pack of swindlers\".  Mr. Varnum favors such an article, suggests conferring with Mr. and Mrs. Comegys.  Mrs. Hyde is ready to go to Mount Vernon with Sec. Tracy as soon as weather permits.  Mr. Herbert has 4 bedsteads, 2 in his room.  Mr. Washington is there. ER-8, p. 76","A.L.S. North Hartland. Re date for meeting and taking possession of Mount Vernon.  Hopes Congressional aid will be given MVLA.  Gives views on impending civil difficulties, John Brown, etc. ER-11, p. 231","A.L.S. Waveland. Re deed to Mount Vernon property. ER-9, p. 83","A.L.S. Regent remembers her visit to Mrs. Comegys' home with pleasure. ER-16, p. 17","A.L.S. Asks what MVLA funds onhand now are [in pencil - $4,402.79]. ER-23, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Herbert hurt foot badly.  Furniture arrived.  Miss T. plans to go to Mount Vernon with Mr. Hyde.  Boat to run 3 times a week after Dec. 1, between Alex. and Mount Vernon.  Plan for Miss Cunningham's arrival. ER-15, p. 15","A.L.S. Seeks Mr. Comegys' counsel re an undesirable plan being developed for a railroad between Alexandria and Mount Vernon with terminal near boundary of estate.  Gives reasons for her objections. ER-1, p. 167","A.L.S. APC planning to go to Mount Vernon - upset at being unable to cash at NY bank a check on a Georgia bank. ER-23, p. 251","A.L.S. Washington. Forwards a letter from Mr. Brown that \"amazed\" sec. ER-16, p. 91","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mansion looks shabby; kitchen utensils lacking; discusses curtain material for library windows suggesting turkey red; may purchase tables in Banquest Hall from John A. Washington.  Chairs good enough; Supt Herbert has satisfactory servants - a \"free negro\" man who is jack of all trades and cook, a young mulatto for house work.  Advises Regent to adjust her boat trip to Mount Vernon to avoid a large group of visiting soldiers from New Haven. ER-16, p. 93","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Agrees with Regent that the proposed railroad would injure Mount Vernon property. Suggestions for newspaper replies to attacks on MVLA in Washington papers.  Hasbrouck continues efforts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 1","A.L.S. St. Louis. Check from St. Louis VR for $1373.52. ER-23, p. 255","A.L.S. New Orleans. From the President of the Constitution Club. The $81 raised to support the Bell and Everett campaign for Presidency is to be turned over to the Mount Vernon Association as a most worthy patriotic cause in which E. Everett has been zealously interested. ER-10, p. 93","A.L.S. Washington. Notes check from VR of Missouri that total MVLA funds now $4402.79. ER-22, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent moved to Washington last winter in order to work more effectively on counteracting public's idea MVLA needed no more funds; VRs in most states cordially approved action.  Contributions had almost ceased during summer; repairs at Mount Vernon urgent.  Public's interest must be re-awakened.  Planned for 1st Council and formal taking possession of Mount Vernon on Feb. 22 with E. Everett as orator, but pending crisis in U.S. makes postponement of plans necessary.  Every effort to guard Mount Vernon will be made.  Workers will be \"protectors\" without extra pay.  Largest part of work upon walls and outbuildings completed before John A. Washington left Mount Vernon; that on Mansion may not require much more.  Regent will make Mount Vernon headquarters for Association to save expense and protect place, and she had also have \"her private resources\" available here.  Regent goes south in a few days to settle her father's estate. ER-19, p. 79, 81","A.L.S. Receipt for salary.  Two months salary in advance from Dec. 15th to Feb. 1-5, $66. ER-16, p. 92","A.L.S. Philadelphia. She and her father commend the Appeal.  Too busy to call on Regent lately.  Lady Managers at Easton and Harrisburg have asked Edward Everett to lecture in their respective towns. ER-13, p. 68","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports severe snow storm; discomfort living in Mansion; first to ride over new road; Mr. Herbert's fine service; repairs on out buildings, Mansion window sills, and Portico; need for protection.  Alexandria gate closed, river entrance (25 cents) used.  Financial crisis ends railroad problem.  War prospects alarming. ER-1, p. 169","A.L.S. St. Louis. Received leaves from Mount Vernon--will ask Mr. Everett to lecture there--are reports true that they will take possession of Mount Vernon on July 4? --this may help allay bitter feeling between North and South--will take at least a year to complete canvassing state of Missouri. ER-5, p. 271","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Requests his cooperation in certain financial transactions, mentions the new insight she has gained during her residence at Mount Vernon.  RM-523, ER-4271, 4 p.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent attempted to stimulate public's flagging interest in contributions to Mount Vernon--due to political situation.  Planned to raise funds for repairs, partly through publicized formalitites when MVLA takes possession of Mount Vernon Feb. 22, during Council.  VRs, with two exceptions, approved.  Must postpone plans and guard and protect Mount Vernon--for this Regent will move Assn Headquarters to Mount Vernon.  Largest part of repairs on walls and out-buildings completed before John. A. Washington left.  Workmen on Mansion not needed much longer.  Regent goes South soon to settle father's estate. ER-16, p. 95","A.L.S. Cambridge.  Mrs. Greenough's deputy for Grand Council, Mrs. H.'s powers as \"attorney for Mrs. G.\".  Advisability of date for Council questioned, unfavorable weather and intense political stresses may effect VRs. ER-12, p. 151","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. South Carolina's \"fatal mistake\".  Called on Mr. Riggs, does not advise speculating with Association funds at this time.  If money comes from Missouri Legislature, put it in State Bank.  Advised paying John A. Washington, who would give order on Boat Company. ER-15, p. 16","A.L.S. Waveland. Sends order to G.W. Riggs for steamboat receipts up to Dec 31, 1860.  Thanks her for invitation to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 85","A.L.S. Waveland. Asks that $300 be paid Burke and Herbert, premiums paid from June 2, 1858 to June 2, 1861 on insurance Mount Vernon Mansion and deduct same from steamboat receipts for which he sent order on Jos. Bryan. Marked, \"Paid out of receipts from Jos. Bryan\".  Signed G.W. Riggs 1861. Reverse side marked paid, J.A.W., Jan 9, 1861. ER-9, p. 84","A.L.S. Waveland. Concerning steamboat receipts and contract. ER-23, p. 257","A.L.S. Saint Joseph, Missouri, Brother of George C. Thorburn, engaged to lay out Mount Vernon grounds, died.  His brother John applies for position of gardener at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 112","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Strictly private. Enlists her services in planning an unusual and brilliant affair to break Washington apathy.  Suggests excursion down river to Mount Vernon, and orator to give address there. ER-1, p. 161","A.L.S. Addressed \"Dear Patriot.\" Calls this \"her Valley Forge\" - funds low - public apathy towards MVLA goal. ER-17, p. 80","Handwritten copy of letter. Explains Regent's consent to introduction of Bill in Congress asking aid for Association.  Bill defeated by lack of necessary two-thirds vote. ER-11, p. 109","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Re Devereux forgery - Association loss through workman's prior claims for services rendered. ER-1, p. 163","2 letters, undated, drafts of copies.  Re Devereux note and forger, and securing the Mount Vernon Record. ER-1, p. 161","Draft.  Regent annoyed at continued problem of crowds pouring into Mount Vernon at all times.  Declared railroad in any hands would be objectionable. ER-11, p. 106","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Called on D.P. Brown -- says Derrickson's will do as directed. ER-16, p. 15","A.L.S. Congratulates her on success of excursion and securing Mrs. Chesnut as VR-SC. ER-16, p. 16","Draft. Has sent him several volumes of the \"Record\" and GW portraits, hopes he can sell them to visitors (though she realizes it to be outside the realm of his duties) as the MVLA desperately needs funds. ER-11, p. 149","A.L.S. Charleston. Mr. Washington says he has sent Riggs an order on steamship co. for all sums due to Jan. 1, 1861--please let her know the amount--this is only source of funds left to them for a long time to come--uncertainties of mails now. ER-23, p. 259","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Thinks majority of country are in a bewildered state and \"waiting\".  Money market revived some, want and misery not so prevalent…Doubts stories of Charleston's misery.  Advises her not to go to Rosemont until things are quieter.  Visit to Mrs. Eve. ER-15, p. 17","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Back page clipped. Copies papers sent to Mr. Brown for Mrs. Comegys, Mr. Herbert and Regent.  The proposed road (rail) would make 3 entrances to Mount Vernon grounds instead of 2, would necessitate a new gravel walk.  Asks Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to send their opinion of road to Regent.  Short, undated note on opposite page. ER-15, p. 19","A.L.S. Asks instructions for the settlement of financial matters between himself and The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. RM-523, ER-4272. 1 p.","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Mr. Bryan has paid $1600 to Association--had to pay $300 insurance under terms of purchase--Mr. Bryan promises to pay more when accounts of boat are made up--fewer people going down to Mt. Vernon beause of condition of country--no money coming in and fears no more will come. ER-22, p. 171","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Friends advise going to New York, but is \"unwilling to believe in Civil War.\"  Dr. Norris has not written re Gen. Stuart's plan.  Re Queen of England's tribute to her dead.  No mail rec'd.  Sec. has been ill with fever. ER-15, p. 20","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Rec'd Regent's letter from Augusta.  Questions her attitude toward Association but hopes Regent will \"stand by\" in spite of northern elements.  Has been unable to secure newspapers giving accounts of Mrs. Berghman's wedding, but gives brief statement of her memory of accounts.  Devereux well again.  Speaks of political clouds gathering. ER-16, p. 43","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Receives letter from Supt. Herbert re entrances, encloses copy.  Entrances by Lodges called \"White Gate\", not desirable to dispense with it.  Railroad men have to survey the grounds, and are very annoying.  Letter from Pres. of Railroad just received.  Suggests Regent bring back one or more of her own servants.  [Encloses copy of letter from Herbert to Tracy, same date] ER-15, p. 21","A.L. South Carolina. Explains \"historic\" citation to her location.  Rains and swollen streams prevent her reaching home  Spent 2 weeks with Mrs. Eve. ER-11, p. 118 and ER-1, p. 179","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Hopes Regent will arrive at Rosemont safely.  E. Everett in Washington on errand of peace.  Mails slow. ER-15, p. 23","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Mr. Thorburn who had applied for position at Mount Vernon, writes apologizing as he read of his brother's appointment in newspaper, but thinks Mr. Herbert may need an asst.  Asks how she shall answer inquiries aboout Regent's being a Secessionist.  Again ill with fever. ER-15, p. 24","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. Will reply to Mrs. Hopkinson's questions that over $15,000 is at interest and Regent does not wish to touch principal.  A friend thinks Queen of England would contribute to fund, through Lord Lyons. ER-15, p. 25","A.L. Mt. Savage. Part of letter copied. Troubled because no answer to her letters from Regent.  Rec'd letter from Mrs. Johnson's sec. (Miss Barr) acknowledging receipt of circular letter; says Mrs. Johnson is in Washington, and that probably nothing will be done in Arkansas for Mount Vernon until country is quiet.  Two visitors.  Boat to be laid up for repairs.  Encloses names of directors of R.R. Co. ER-15, p. 26-27","A.L.S. Mt. Savage. No replies to her last 6 letters.  Regrets sending Regent Alexandria Gazette article.  Suggests buying the railroad's charter.  Collyer (boat) to be laid up for repairs.  Supt. Herbert anticipates increase in visitors.  For visitors now, small force at Mount Vernon.  Supt. Herbert's place in military co. is filled.  VR-Ohio glad you are to be at Mount Vernon, work in her state suspended until country quiets down.  Announces Mrs. Walton's death.  Mrs. Hopkinson sent $620. ER-15, p. 28","A.L.S. Rosemont. Private. Deep concern that enclosed newspaper clipping (p. 172) may draw her into \"political arena\" at expense of Association's progress. ER-1, p. 173-177","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Perplexed by problems arising because of the War situation, such as talk re the \"Peace Congress\" at Mount Vernon on the 22nd.  Has not heard from A.P.C. since her uncomfortable return to her home.  Thinks railroad \"will die a natural death in these hard times\".  Send letters to Alexandria as she will be leaving Washington in a fortnight. ER-15, p. 29","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Rec'd Regent's letter of 7th.  Sends sketch of letter to Mr. Brown, but thinks he will advise ignoring newspaper item as no others have appeared.  Pleased to receive answer re her position in political situation.  Came to Washington a week ago.  Dissatisfaction that boat is not running to Mount Vernon.  Talked to Mr. Bryan about getting boat service at once, reported to Mr. Riggs.  Discusses living in Washington or Alexandria.  Contract for turnpike will kill railroad project.  Wants Alex. Gaxette to leave Regent alone.  Response from Circular letter by Vice Regents lacking. ER-15, p. 29","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Rec'd note from Mr. Peabody, sec. of E. Everett trust fund in Boston - sends also $845.48, amount on hand.  Trustees have instructed him to dispose of securities and send money to Mr. Riggs. ER-16, p. 78","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Receives Regent's letters regularly.  Boat trips to begin Sat.  Washington is crowded.  Alex. Gazette articles copied from Southern paper, but evidently went no further.  Saw Miss Willard of Troy and Mrs. Phelps. Mrs. Barry glad Regent is at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 30","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Advises Miss Cunningham to  maintain her position as a national not sectional woman.  If the Alexandria Gazette article is to be answered - silence is better - then publish the complete correspondence involved with no comment.  ER-3, p. 247","Two copies of previous letter in writing of Sarah Tracy, each with minor changes. Re article in S.C. newspaper, copied in Alexandria Gazette.  Regent is a national character in her office at Mount Vernon.  Advises silence upon all \"agitating subjects.\" ER-15, p. 33, and ER-3, p. 255","A.L.S. Private. Portion of letter clipped off.  Rosemont. Sec. Tracy fails to locate Alexandria Gazette item (see p. 172).  Mother opposes Regent's going to Mount Vernon.  Refuses to resign.  Plan for railroad from Alexandria to Mount Vernon unsuccessful.  Sec. Tracy lives with Washington friends 2 1/2 mos. Reducing Association expenses. ER-1, p. 181","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Doubts if letters are tampered with.  Rains were severe.  All advise being quiet about Mount Vernon.  Keeps boat running for any who want to come and advertises it, but nothing special to attract as public is not excited.  Peace Congress may visit Mount Vernon in body.  Will go down to Mount Vernon this week. ER-15, p. 31","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Has just seen Mr. King re having a Post Office established at Mount Vernon.  He will give order before Tuesday.  Regent, or Supt. or sec to be Postmaster. ER-15, p. 34","A.L.S. Clarendon Hotel, Washington, DC. Visits Mount Vernon.  Portico and house being painted, windows washed and much clearing done.  Many visitors.  Supt. has $200 and wants to put Gen. Washington's room in order, plaster, paper, paint.  Can get chairs from Mr. Lewis, dressing table used by Washington.  Roof needs immediate shingling.  Asks what to do about porch by Library.  Mrs. Berghmans visits Mount Vernon, and wishes to bring Mrs. Lincoln by boat; invitation sent by Association and accepted. ER-15, p. 35","A.L.S. Application to him from a man in Boston. ER-22, p. 273","Copy. Washington, DC. In compliance with Mrs. Lincoln's desire to visit Mount Vernon, offers the Thomas Collyer (steamboat) for her party. Also copy of Mrs. Lincoln's reply.  ER-1, p. 138; ER-15, p. 38","A.L.S. Executive Mansion. Writing on behalf of Mrs. Lincoln who accepts their invitation to visit Mount Vernon. ER-3, p. 249","A.L.S. Clarendon Hotel, Washington, DC. Difficulties with mail.  Mount Vernon is made a Postal Depot and Supt. Herbert the Post Master.  Superintendent has bought kitchen utensils and has $240 left from receipts since Dec.  Reviews Supt's recommendations re mending Mansion roof promptly, order for cutting shingles; putting Washington's room in order, charging fee to it and keeping guard there; furniture for the room.  Many visitors.  Mrs. Berghmans' plan for Mrs. Lincoln's visit, rain and children's having measles deferred trip indefinitely, final arrangements. ER-15, p. 39","A.L.S. Washington, DC. Receives her letter of Feb. 21 and 22.  Mr. Lincoln not invited to Mount Vernon, and Mrs. Lincoln's proposed visit kept secret.  Re Gen. Washington's room, thinks plaster can be mended, room painted and wait for paper.  Wind carried away covered passage to Kitchen, and one side Judge Washington's porch.  Mr. Graham and she get prices in Alexandria for bedstead, dining table, mahogany chair, rocking chair (rockerless), curtains, pillow case.  Describes Mrs. Lincoln. ER-15, p. 36","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Lincoln and party went to Mount Vernon on Tuesday.  Encloses short news clipping re same. ER-15, p. 37","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Went to Mount Vernon, John A. Washington  on boat.  Mr. Herbert will send an official account of condition of Gen. Washington's room.  Laths are not decayed, plaster can be mended, paper is badly discolored, woodwork to be painted, windows can be altered.  Stays at Mount Vernon a few days, fits sitting room carpet.  Mansion is in tidy condition.  Library porch can be fixed.  Plants in greenhouse and vegetables in hot-beds in good condition  Describes Mrs. Lincoln's visit.  Patent office will send Mount Vernon seeds. ER-15, p. 40","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Hears through Sarah Tracy that Regent at Rosemont.  Explains work for which she is paid, teaching a pupil, and reviewing books for Publication Society but has prospect of  public school position.  Urges Regent to return to Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 44","A.L.S. Baltimore. In looking over list of Vice-Regents, saw none listed for MD. Why?  Earlier MVLA had asked her for assistance in this endeavor - she was unable - now however, she offers her services.  Feels that more than purchasing GW's home the MVLA can help bond together women of North and South.  Wants to use Record to bring \"political influence of women more before them.\" ER-13, p. 34","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Visits Mount Vernon, finds Mansion clean and in good order, some rooms habitable.  Men are sanding paint.  Vegetable garden has peas, strawberries in blossom, plenty of lettuce.  Road to be finished soon, contract does not provide for repair of all the road.  Supt Herbert offers a walnut extension table for temporary use. Re keeping 6 dining room chairs; room for Mrs. Matthews, floor coverings, furnishings for Regent's room.  Plans for Regent's trip and arrival at Mount Vernon.  Asks about painting sitting room. ER-15, p. 42","A.L.S. Richmond. Sent box and other articles Mrs. Beale was keeping for Regent.  Lately learns of small sums for portraits sent by Mississippi; asks if they were not rec'd, thinks this only case of \"money enclosed\" for portraits being lost. ER-16, p. 276","A.L.S. Washington. Received from Mrs. Greenough in Boston $500. ER-22, p. 175","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mails delayed by rains.  War news suggests mails will be stopped.  Is roof of porch to be propped up - will prevent painting end of house.  Colonnade blown away.  Silver plate can be bought for $28.  Re repairs of boat, rising costs, E. Everett at Cincinnati, hiring someone to come on with Regent. ER-15, p. 42","A.L.S. From Oregon, $320.57 - Hopes more will come in to support Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 177","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Will attend to furniture to be bought at auction.  Mail may stop any day.  Thinks Regent cannot spend summer in S.C.  Thinks she will go to Mt. Savage.  Mr. Riggs sends box sent to him from Baltimore jeweler with oval gold and jet brooch with Houdon profile of Gen. Washington, also two smaller pins.  Hopes Regent will go to Columbia. ER-15, p. 43","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Supt. Herbert sends estimate on repairing room (Gen. Washington's?), regrets her decision to prop up Library porch, will paint sitting-room.  Hopes Regent will soon leave Rosemont. ER-15, p. 44","A.L.S. Baltimore. Issues a 4 page Peace Appeal addressed to the VRs of Mount Vernon, urging a Peace Convention at Mount Vernon. ER-13, p. 54-55","A.L.S. Rosemont. Private. Written on behalf of APC - quite ill.  Asks him to request Gen. Beauregard and President Davis of the Confederates information on whether war to be carried to Virginia soil.  If so, she is anxious to remove to Mount Vernon since she feels her presence there will be Mount Vernon's greatest safeguard. ER-300","A.L.S. Rosemont. Description of mail servic. Arranged to communicate with Miss Tracy through Mrs. Walker of North Carolina. Now has Mrs. Fogg of Tennessee mail her letters. Fears Miss Tracy has fled the area of Washington City. Wanted Miss Tracy to go to Mount Vernon and she will join her when her health permits. Asks Riggs to ask General Scott to forbid soldiers going to Mount Vernon. Wants Mr. Herbert to know she consents to repairs of Washington's bedroom, \"removal of the roof of the porch in order that the painting of the outside of the Mansion may be complete, also that I wish the colonnade (the one not blown down) to be so well repaired or propped that it will stand as a model to rebuild the one removed by the storm.\" Think boats should be stopped to reduce danger from Northern soldiers. ER-23, p. 263","A.L.S. Rosemont. Concerned over statements that Lincoln will blow up public buildings in Washington if city is in danger from Confederates--worry about Washington relics in Patent office--begs him to get interview with Lincoln or Mrs. Lincoln and offer Mount Vernon as safe place for relics during war--if so, she must get additional force to guard them there--doesn't fear Southern soldiers, for they are gentlemen, but northern army is composed of every type--fears they may even fire Mount Vernon--must hold Va. bonds--sum due from Steamboat Company--Mr. Everett has $6000 on deposit--suggests Mrs. Riggs make Mount Vernon her place of refuge during war and become its guardian during her absence. ER-23, p. 265","A.L.S. Alexandria. Keeps writing letters for fear mails may be closed, but has little hope that they reach Regent, so reviews former correspondence.  Baltimorians attack northern troops, could not telegraph, mails curtailed, expected women to leave hotels.  Mr. and Mrs. Riggs suggested my going to Mount Vernon, went few days later.  Supt. Herbert gone to Washington to adjust all he could.  Fears attack on Washington, families leaving city, crowds coming in.  Mr. Ritchie leaves Richmond to join his wife.  Supt. Herbert may have to join army.  Hopes a friend in Va. will join her.  Mr. Riggs advised dismissing all workmen, but two.  No boat.  Visitors scarce.  Will send Regent her summer clothes if she so wishes. ER-15, p. 45-47","A.L.S. Sends check for $500, Mrs. Greenough's collection in Massachusetts. ER-23, p. 261","A.L.S. Alexandria. Rec'd Regent's 3 letters.  Goes to see Mr. Riggs and Gen. Scott.  Fears northern troops will be placed at Mount Vernon on plea of protection  Gen. Scott assured Ladies protection, when sec. said she was assured of such action by Va.  Reported to Mr. Riggs.  Mansion insurance paid to June 2, Mr. Riggs will take care of it then, but can promise little re checks a week ahead.  Servants: Priscilla and sister, woman to wash every week.  Dandridge and Emily have left.  Presence of Ladies at Mount Vernon its greatest protection.  Nothing to be done except work 2 men can do.  Two white men necessary for protection.  Comments on length of enlistments, war equipment.  Mails running.  Has Miss Cunningham's things ready to send her.  Gov. Pickens' speech makes protection of Mount Vernon difficult. ER-15, p. 48-49","Copy. A.L. Mount Vernon. Regent asks sec. to write him of Regent's \"total inability to write\".  Has been ill and troubled with her personal business affairs.  She is at Rosemont, no plans for returning to Mount Vernon.  Due to conditions of nation and low funds of Association, all repairs have ceased except what 2 men can do with materials on hand.  Boat stopped, have few visitors, small force for protection of Mount Vernon.  Regent has obtained assurances that under no plea will troops be placed at MV--\"she feels that if any place in the country will be free from molestation it will be Mount Vernon\". ER-15, p. 72","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Administration will not stop mails; Tracy sure she can get mail south, great irregularity with northern mail since Baltimore trouble.  Garden provides asparagus, fruit trees lade; no sugar, tea or coffee.  Regent left Hoffman.  Mary McMakin expected.  Preserves rec'd from New Orleans.   Mansion roof leaks badly.  Will take $100 to shingle.  Supt. Herbert draws money from Burke and Herbert bank, so have $493.50 in safe at Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Barry has about $400 to send Mount Vernon.  May use linen drugget on floor. ER-15, p. 50","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Will carry out Regent's instructions re preservation and care of Mount Vernon.  If Regent permits, he thinks he can attend to Confederate soldiers at Mount Vernon satisfactorily.  Will see Col. Terrett as Regent requests.  Gen. Washington's bedroom is plastered and painted, roof mended; Mr. Riggs' order to dismiss workmen will be carried out.  Mr. Washington's farm houses too far away to be injured by fort gun fire. ER-8, p. 51","A.L.S. Dover, DE. Encloses clipping from Phil. Evening Journal, May 15, 1861, stating indignation at report Col. John A. Washington had removed body of Washington from Mount Vernon, with denial of false report; cites Association's agreement with J.A.W. in contract at time of purchase. ER-17, p. 93","A.L.S. with typed transcripts. Washington, D.C. Does not believe southern army will get near enough to shell the city--does not believe letters are being opened--cannot ask authorities to move General Washington's effects to Mount Vernon--rumor Virginians have removed Washington's body--finances will not permit hiring guards at Mount Vernon--no \"reign of terror\" here--cannot get to see Genl. Scott to ask that Mount Vernon be made sacred ground--boat not running, but mails come through. ER-22, p. 179, transcripts ER-3210, RM-328","A.L.S. Washington. Excitement in DC and NYC that rumors of removal of Washington's remains from Mount Vernon whether true or not he does not know, but not done by JAW. ER-22, p. 181","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Delayed mails rec'd by both sec. and Regent.  G.W. Riggs will care for Mount Vernon packages.  Will send Regent writing materials.  Comments on conditions.  The Herald's article on Washington's body being moved to Va. mountains causes great excitement.  Supt. Herbert asks Sentinel editor to refute it promptly.  Tracy writes VRs and article for N.Y. and Phil. papers.  Soldiers visiting Mount Vernon cover their \"buttons\" with borrowed shawls, 2 or 3 at a time.  Several visitors since \"story\" was published, made $5.75 on Saturday.  G.W. Riggs' funds for Mount Vernon evidently low.  Supt. thinks Regent's plan for Mount Vernon as refuge for unemployed impractical; workmen can be had for half pay with half deferred; needs $80 per mo. for operating expenses, $40 during winter; has declined several commands of Army.  Wrote and received reply from Dr. Hodge. ER-15, p. 53-54","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reference to dismal state of persons (and herself) over rumors of removal of Washington's remains to mountains.  Asks Mr. Riggs to send her copies of article stating this false information. ER-23, p. 267","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Bryan says he has no money to give Association on claim for boat receipts--sends $520 for Mr. Herbert's immediate wants--knows nothing of Mr. Everett's funds--Mrs. Otis desires to know about clause in agreement which gives Mr.Corcoran control over tomb and half acre surrounding it--does not see how any more money can be paid on purchase. ER-22, p. 183","Photostat and transcript. Requests that Northern armies take precautions when moving into Virginia, not to fire on Arlington House (where are many GW relics) or on Mount Vernon. ER-514 a,b","Photostat. Reference to General orders book of Seize of Boston with Gen. Washington's order, held by man(?) in Iowa.  Thinks it would be of little value, if official orderly book of GW is held by Dept. of State.  Reference to Great Britain's continued recognition of the United States. PS-537","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Suggests that Mr. Riggs draw on Everett's MVLA funds invested in Boston to pay JA Washington.  Miss Hamilton failed to arrive in Alexandria as scheduled.  Because of mail movements south, may have to send letters to APC in South Carolina by way of Kentucky. ER-23, p. 269","A.L.S. Military agrees to let Miss Tracy's mail through to APC, provided it is confined to matters of her \"own sphere of feminine\" concern, not to matters \"political or military\"  Funds by Mr. Bryan - $279.69. ER-22, p. 185","Photostat. ER-538","Photostat and transcriptions. Their difference of opinion in the country's war. Unlike APC, because of feeling for his community and country, he cannot remain neutral in the war.  Regards \"war as entirely defensive on the part of the North.\"  Sorry he and she differ on this \"unhappy contest…\" ER 516 a,b","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Last letter from Regent May 11, better send them via Kentucky.  Mrs. Berghmans and Miss Hamilton were in Washington.  Col. Stone says no need for fear of soldiers at Mount Vernon; gives passes to Mount Vernon servants.  Supt. Herbert decides to have a boy helper instead of man; Priscilla does housework, for which she is paid. ER-15, p. 57","Miss Hamilton unable to go to Alexandria due to troop deployment there.  Wishes to visit Mount Vernon, but aware of situation there. ER-22, p. 187","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Saddened by such communication as the enclosed--wishes some word from A.P.C. so she can speak and write intelligently of the present situation.","A.L.S. on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Asks Riggs to call in from Mr. Everett $1,000.00 (he holds $6000) and $500 from Mrs. Barry in Chicago to support Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon.  Feels need to have a white man at Mount Vernon to guard it. ER-23, p. 271","A.L.S. Southbury. Speaks of the disruptions of war and the unifying influence of the memory of Washington.  Misses the Record and messages from the Regent. ER-4, p. 58","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Southern mails stopped since June 1; fortunate she is at Mount Vernon, hopes to get letters to Regent some way.  Supt. Herbert's sister from Loudoun Co. visiting few days; Alexandria taken.  Mount Vernon quiet, occasional visitor; Michigan newspaper man writes disturbing article.  Spent one night with Mrs. Riggs.  Miss Hamilton fails to visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Berghmans goes to Europe.  Mr. Riggs says about $6000 due John A. Washington, and E. Everett may have sum, which should be paid promptly.  Will attend to insurance.  Mansion roof leaks badly.  No letter from Regent since May 11. ER-15, p. 59, 61","A.L.S. Providence. Letter to Sec. Johnson, intended to be private, was seen by a Bishop who urged its publication: was done without Mrs. C's knowledge.  Regrets error re Sec. Johnson.  Wished to correct falsehoods about sectional feeling.  Tries to correct Regent's attitude toward northern men's chivalry and purpose in this war.  No need for anxiety for Association's welfare in the North. ER-13, p. 21-22 (Handwritten extract of letter ER-5, p. 173)","A.L.S. Washington. Cannot find out insurance value of Mount Vernon - not sure where to go or who will insure property on Virginia soil. ER-22, p. 189","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Unable to reach Mount Vernon after troops went into Va. Asks about conditions at Mount Vernon, if roof leaks, if old portico has been replaced, if Miss McMakin has arrived.  Saw (false) newspaper's reference to Supt. Herbert and fugitive slave question. ER-14, p. 5","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wrote a week ago.  Hopes to use Occoquan post office. Letters from Mrs. Fitch and Mrs. Goodrich.  Copies for Regent.  Miss Johnson's amazing letter sent by Mrs. Fitch and writes all northern VRs.  Sends newspaper articles re troops at Mount Vernon.  Superintendent known as Virginian, secretary as northerner.  Dandridge, Frazer and John A. Washington's \"bad\" servant, Edmund, went to Waveland, tried to stir up trouble at Mount Vernon with falsehoods, special spite for gardener, William.  Mount Vernon driver with cabbages for market stopped.  Supt. Herbert advised not to go to Washington; wants one white man on place.  Sometimes not visitors for days.  Can hear cannon fire.  June 22, saw Gen. Scott re passes, receives orders needed.  G.W. Riggs warns her about letters to Regent. ER-15, p. 63,64, 65,67","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has rec'd copy of circular Christie Johnson is circulating.  Gives reasons why VRs should ignore it until Regent's wishes have been ascertained, as Regent knows nothing of it.  Has sent copy to Regent and will advise VRs on receipt of her reply.  Country's crisis makes Regent's return uncertain and places great responsibility on Secretary; determined to keep Regent advised on all affairs.  Sec. Tracy has been at Mount Vernon some weeks, place quiet, Regent's action to prevent soldiers being placed here effective. ER-19, p. 83","A.L.S. Letter in Philadelphia paper accusing Miss Cunningham of residing at Mount Vernon and sending correspondence south--will correct this in paper and say secretary from N.Y. is residing there. ER-22, p. 191","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent told her to call on Mrs. Comegys when in doubt. Until recently rec'd instructions from Regent regularly.  Reviews her own actions at Mount Vernon, concern about Miss Johnson's circular.  Regent's great effort to keep Mount Vernon neutral.  Fourney's article re Secessionist corresponding with Gen. Beauregard via Mount Vernon.  Denied it promptly, but thinks a VR should make press denial.  Sec. has been to Washington only twice in 2 months on official business re passes; also Riggs family and a cousin. ER-15, p. 72","A.L. Draft copy. Thanks him for orders clearing recognition of (Mount Vernon) passes through military line.  Asks that he and Gen. Scott ignore the false newspaper articles re correspondence to and from Mount Vernon, assuring him of her strict adherence to the restrictions of military orders.  Asks if she may continue sending letters to Regent through Occoquan post office. ER-15, p. 69","A.L. Draft copy. Mount Vernon. End of letter missing. Re Forney's article in Philadelphia  Press June 26, attacking Miss Cunningham; article refuting same in N.Y. Evening Post June 27.  Regent left Mount Vernon in Dec. ER-15, p. 72","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Ignore Miss Johnson's circular - Showing attack on APC in the Philadelphia Press.  Totally unfounded.","A.L.S. Washington. Has sent to press a contradiction of article that APC is present at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 193","Handwritten copy. Washington. Gen. Scott has no objections to her letters to Regent, but no references to be made re military matters.  Places  no credence in newspaper articles alluded to.  Glad to have right kind of correspondence between north and south maintained. ER-15, p. 70","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Approved editorial reply to attack on Regent.  Knows several papers have copied it.  Feels safe about Mount Vernon, knowing Miss Tracy and Mr. Herbert are there. ER-14, p. 3","A.L.S. Southbury. Voices her indignation at attacks on Regent and offers her support in any defense undertaken.  Suggests a circular signed by all northern VRs. ER-4, p. 69","A.L.S. Dover, Delaware. Asks them to insert accompanying letter, May 16, 1861, in columns of their \"excellent journal\". ER-17, p. 93","A.L.S. Cambridge. Re Mr. Fourney's criticism.  Advises Regent, now in S.C., to remain silent to avoid misunderstandings.  Mrs. Greenough in Paris. ER-12, p. 153","Envelope only, letter removed. Note reads \"letter with envelope removed by Mrs. Fede, Dec. 25, 1953 - no index card made for this.\" Perhaps removed to curatorial files.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges receipt of her communication re attacks on Regent.  Is anxious about Regent and asks Miss Tracy to keep him in touch with the Regent and Mount Vernon affairs. ER-13, p. 189","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives four letters from Regent, first since May 15.  Reviews her action re Fourney article; Mr. Graham answers in Evening Post; article copied widely; VRs reactions vary; Hears often from N.Y.  Trouble to get anyone to stay at Mount Vernon, tries to get Mary McMakin.  Occasionally troops come, but make little money; have enough for summer; mentions deed and $5000 in relation to possible confiscation of property.  Sec. will make preserves.  Glad roof can be shingled.  VRs all write of unity and neutrality of Mount Vernon.  Will try to keep communication between them open. ER-15, p. 73, 75","A.L.S. Southbury. Re article on Regent published in paper.  VR-Conn tells Association to sign her name to any favorable statement it wishes to make re the loyalty and efficiency of the Regent in handling Mount Vernon affairs. ER-4, p. 69","A.L.S. Washington. Editor of Philadelphia Press failed to print contradiction of charges against Miss Cunningham.  However, did print Dr. Hodge's letter of reply to the charges. ER-22, p. 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Fisher, who lives at Occoquan, is her faithful messenger; formerly worked at Mount Vernon.  Can hear firing between Washington and Manassas. ER-15, p. 77","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports receipt of Regent's letters from June 28 to July 6 in one package.  Regent has rec'd all of her letters.  Wrote Mrs. Chace re Miss Johnson's circular to VRs.  Regent moved to Greenwood on railroad.  Dr. Hodge replies to Fourney article.  Hears continuous firing from Bull Run. ER-15, p. 78","Draft of letter. Mrs. Comegys' (VR for Delaware) defence of Miss Cunningham against attacks upon her printed in the Press. ER-17, p. 95","A.L.S. Washington. ER-22, p. 197","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Notes several defenses of Miss Cunningham whose health is improving.  References to Christie Johnson and her high-handed methods.  Feels defenses will sucessfully quiet Miss Cunningham's attackers.","A.L.S. Boston. Miss Cunningham's letter sent by way of Kentucky. Not received.  Much occupied.  Will write Regent soon re funds in his hands, low market for Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad.  Report of Regent's residence at Mount Vernon and Philadelphia Press made no impression in Boston.  Everett writes Gen. Scott, when troops began to move, urging protection of Mount Vernon and Arlington House. ER-9, p. 299","Fragment of letter. Has been to Washington twice - both times to see General Scott - about assurances Mount Vernon would be respected and to assure communications between Mount Vernon and Alexandria","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Published part of Miss Tracy's letter to her in defence of Miss Cunningham--sad state of country--sorry for Regent--\"we have all known many Miss Johnsons, and can understand perfectly the situation of our Regent.\"","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Send mail to Secretary; \"Mount Vernon, near Alex.\" G.W. Riggs kind in all things, stays with family when in Washington.  Came to see Gen. Scott re pass, soldiers stacking arms at Mount Vernon, Col. Townsend's help to suppress Gen. Scott's printed order; writing article for Intelligencer; may send article to Baltimore Exchange and New York Times. ER-15, p. 80","A.L.S. No advice re Mount Vernon proposed publication--nothing has been done to change General Order. ER-3, p. 257","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regrets he did not stop printing of General Order no. 13. ER-3, p. 255","Draft copy. Corrects false statement printed, that Mount Vernon had been overrun by bands of rebels; Association has had full cooperation of Military; no southern soldiers entered grounds; N.Y. Volunteer Co. only ones to refuse to obey regulations. ER-15, p. 79","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re General Scott's order of July 31. ER-14, p. 3","A.L.S. Brattleboro. Glad to get Sec's letters as they gave information that allowed her to contradict reports circulating re Regent and future of Mount Vernon.  Comments on war problems.  Asks how much has been paid John A. Washington and if Mount Vernon is now held by MVLA.  Asks for facts re repairs, improvements, etc., so she may have them published. ER-11, p. 231","A.L. Copy. Mount Vernon. Secretary has been in Washington several days.  Short account of Prince Napoleon's visit.  Has sent message re funds in his hands to Regent.  Some annoyance from federal soldiers--no Southern soldiers on place.  ER-15, p. 86","Photostat and transcripts. On politics and war policies - his own views defended.  To pay last bond, borrowed $9000 from his bankers and $1000 cash on Mount Vernon bonds in railroad stock. ER-517 a,b,c,d","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. No letters from Regent lately.  Reviews last letter she wrote to Regent.  Roads to Alexandria open again.  Several groups of unarmed soldiers visit Mount Vernon.  Describes unexpected visit of Prince Napoleon and escort, serving him lemonade, a luncheon, providing for Prince's rest, providing mules for their carriage trip back to Alexandria. Receives Mrs. Chace's reply to Fourney article.  Difficulties with mail.  Rec'd letter from E. Everett.  Mary McMakin has offer of teaching position.  Mr. Fisher brings letters as they arrive, refuses pay. ER-15, p. 81, 83","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has recently rec'd two letters from Regent who is at Greenwood; sent her letters from E. Everett and Dr. Hodge.  Uses both U.S. and Southern postage; Mr. Fisher carries mail 9 miles to Occoquan,  furnishes him pass across lines.  Relates her adventure returning from Washington, accompanied by a 14 yr. old boy; had \"pass\" but left Alexandria to find road barricaded; went across a field, through a farm, troopers lifted buggy over fence, tried to reach blacksmith's house but had to stay at stranger's house which was surrounded by soldiers who were expecting an attack momentarily; proceeded in morning, past barricades--soldiers were Poles from N.Y. 31st.  Describes briefly Prince Napoleon's visit.  Superintendent Herbert tells soldiers that Association requests arms stacked. ER-15, p. 84","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Fisher has not appeared for 10 days; needs new \"passes\" since McClelland has taken command.  Servants can't get to Alexandria.  Soldiers everywhere from 2 mi. this side of Alexandria to Mr. Riggs' house.  Has been preserving pears and peaches.  Soldiers behave well. ER-15, p. 85","Copy. Philadelphia. Advised his daughter not to pay bonds until \"clouds of War\" are over, and fate of Mount Vernon known.  Expects his daughter home in October. ER-15, p. 87","A.L.S. Letter of Aug 13 received from Sarah Tracy, enclosing letters from Dr. Hodge and Mrs. Comegys.  Had sent letters in June to R.V. Johnson (?) vainly hoping to reach friends, recites at length difficulty with mails.  Gratitude for Mrs. Comegys's answer to newspaper attack on Regent; Sarah Tracy's loyal, efficient service; refers to Grace's death.  Spent summer twelve miles away in peaceful spot. ER-17, p. 97","A.L.S. Lexington. Check for $70.50 with another (Illinois Bank) for $1. ER-23, p. 273","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Rec'd Regent's letters of 11th and 20th on return from Washington.  Gen. McClelland revokes all passes, serious with mails.  Gets page for herself but none for servants.  Confederates have taken blacksmith, Porter Smith, Priscilla's and J. Dandridge's father, and gardener, William's brother-in-law, frightening Mount Vernon servants and making federals more strict.  Explains funds available, Mr. Macalester's attitude, complications re insurance.  Soldiers behave well.  News of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie.  Warns about censorship.  Arranges for repairing Mansion roof. ER-15, p. 91, 93","A.L.S. Townsend is Assistant Adjutant General. With pass and order he encloses, Tracy is given \"every protection it is in the power of Gen. Scott to give\".  Not possible to prevent annoyance and even some danger-…in such cases she should refer to commander of troops. ER-16, p. 101","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Few of Regent's letters lost.  McClelland revokes passes; Federal pickets within 3 miles, road blockaded; decides to run blockade. Saw Col. Townsend at Headquarters, then President Lincoln.  Receives pass for herself and Miss McMakin.  Is \"doctress\" for Mount Vernon area.  Mr. and Mrs. John A. Washington die within year, leaving 7 children; his will explicit, no trouble with heirs, G.W. Riggs had deed.  Fourney's last attack on Mount Vernon.  G.W. Riggs advises Regent's mail for Miss Tracy be sent to him.  Many well behaved soldiers visit Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 94","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends a clipping from newspaper attacking Regent.  Has put same in hands of D.P. Brown, who wrote so strong a denial of charges there were difficulties in having it published. ER-3, p. 259","A.L. Copy. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for supplies.  Sorry accident occurred to boat. ER-15, p. 95","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Investments have been made in several states with consent of Regent and advice of Treasurer.  Hopes Macalester's investment of Mount Vernon funds is good.  No question in her mind of the continued character of Mount Vernon during and after the war. ER-15, p. 88","A.L.S. Washington. Encloses statement for expenses and work done on new wharf, removing old wharf. ER-23, p. 275","A.L.S. Baltimore. Regrets any embarrassment he had in paying check handed him by her friend Mr. Henry La Reintrie--her baptismal name is \"Sarah Jane\" but has used \"Christie\" for years--cannot understand why Miss Cunningham used \"Sarah\" in this check--hopes this explanation is satisfactory. ER-23, p. 277","A.L. Draft.  Dr. Hodge sent D.P. Brown's reply to Fourney attack, for which she is grateful.  Criticism of MVLA in money lost by Devereux.  At request of Regent she has resided at Mount Vernon for 5 mos.  Have had many annoyances but heads of depts at Washington have been kindly and Confederates have same spirit--none on place since May 27.  Federal soldiers constant visitors...perfect respect and propriety.  Communications with Regent very irregular. ER-3, p. 254","A.L.S. Baltimore. Not sure of date of Miss Tracy's appointment as secretary--insists check was signed by Miss Cunningham and sent to her by David Paul Brown--cannot understand his reluctance to pay it. ER-23, p. 279","A.L.S. Baltimore. Acknowledges receipt of check for $77.55 from G.W. Riggs. ER-23, p. 281","Photostat. Minor matters - First he has heard from his Virginia friends in a year. ER-518","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. She helped nurse a soldier who came to Mount Vernon and became ill during the visit. She and Mr. Herbert split responsibilities around the estate. Must go to \"Head Quarters\" to discuss the steamboats with authorities. Folder also contains excerpts and transcriptions. ER-15, p. 98 and ER-16, p. 102","Draft copy, probably written by a friend for Miss Cunningham. Communication becomes difficult.  Suggests Miss Tracy, \"married friend\" and Superintendent Herbert remain at Mount Vernon - ample garden supplies, servants, etc.  Plans for both Armies to ensure Mount Vernon safety.  Cites funds to be used in crises.  Sale of Virginia Bonds undesirable.  Relies on Tracy's good sense. ER-1, p. 171","A.L. copy. Thanks him for defending her position to General Scott. Has heard disturbing stories about herself being told in Alexandria that are without foundation. ER- 15, p. 71","Copy, excerpts of letters from August and October. Re visit of Prince Napoleon and an investment made by Charles Macalester. ER- 16, p. 98","Fragment copy to unknown Vice Regent. Writes in regard to the situation with Miss Johnson, past secretary.  Miss Cunningham cannot return to Mount Vernon and she must stay there. ER-15, p. 89","A.L.S. Brattleboro, Vermont. Sends small amount of money, reports on Lady Manager who refuses to send funds until war is over.  Asks if Miss Tracy is at Mount Vernon and what conditions are there.  Encloses a short note to Miss Tracy. ER-11, p. 232","A.L. Copy and excerpts. To officer in the U.S. Navy. \"King Philip\" boat brought large crowd under Major Russell who remained on board.  Asks confidential information on Major Russell's authorization, as such excursions must be prevented.  Extract, ER-15, p. 106","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Captain I. Moses, Assistant Adjutant General. Requests General Heintzelman repeat to Division's officers Major General McClelland's order forbidding soldiers visiting Mount Vernon on Sunday. ER-15, p. 107","Transcription of original letter.  Re: her visit to Mount Vernon and personal matters. PS-326 Note on first page states the letter is at the Illinois Historical Society, and printed in \"Concerning Mr. Lincoln\", Stuart-Hay Papers.","Photostat. Mrs. Ninian Edwards (Elizabeth), sister of Mary Todd Lincoln. On trip to Mount Vernon pulled up 2 lilac roots to take with her. Other personal affairs. PS-327","A.L.S. by R. Taylor and Wm. Bowdoin. Alexandria. Photography company - visited Mount Vernon recently and were told they could not take photographs without permission of the MVLA. Writing to ask how they may obtain rights to create carte de visites of Mount Vernon. ER- 3, p. 261","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Printed handbills to announce steamboat trips to Mount Vernon but not allowed to distribute them as the Provost Marshall refuses to let the boat run at present. ER-4, p. 108","Copy. Mount Vernon. Secretary of War refused to allow Association-controlled boat to run to Mount Vernon, but \"irresponsible parties\" are now running daily trips to Mount Vernon.  Requests that \"South American\" be forbidden continuance of trips, and Association-controlled boat service started.  Extract ER-16, p. 105","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Will be absent from Washington a few days on \"U.S. Sanitary Commission\" business.  Makes appointment with Miss Tracy on return, and hopes to visit Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 5","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses check for $943.50, balance of funds collected in state of Pa. ER-23, p. 283","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. to Edwin Stanton, Secretary of War. MVLA wishes to resume its Washington-Alexandria-Mount Vernon boat service regularly twice a week, fees furnish \"only means of support\" for Mount Vernon.  During last two years no treasonable or other undesirable acts have occurred and Association will continue its vigilance in these matters. ER-15, p. 111","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Many of the people at Mount Vernon have at various times come down with chills and fevers.  Has permission from Secretary of War Stanton to run boats to Mount Vernon again.  Raising money to rebuild greenhouse, need only about $100 to do it.","A.L. Copy. Reminder of MVLA's request to have semi-weekly boat service from Washington and Alexandria to Mount Vernon resumed. ER-15, p. 109","Draft copy. Boat not permitted to run, but they live simply and comfortably at Mount Vernon--fresh vegetables and fruits on estate.  Fees irregular.  Last summer with boat running they made expenses, shingled roof, and made small repairs.  Boat stopped, cannot get it resumed.  Rec'd letter from Miss Cunningham, but she has rec'd none from Miss Tracy.  Asks Stanton's permission to write Regent a long letter, a friend in War Dept. passed it, sent it with note to Col. Ludlow of \"Flag of Truce\". ER-15, p. 113, 115","A.L. Copy. General McClelland has granted use of boat to deliver Mount Vernon supplies--names date she prefers.  Mentions furniture in Washington warehouse. ER-15, p. 117","A.L.S. New York. Grieved to hear of Secretary's decision re boat.  Glad plants are alive, so desirable to preserve them.  Asks what G.W. Riggs can get for bonds.  Asks about concert in N.Y. to be given for Mount Vernon greenhouse.  Saw Mrs. Riggs in N.Y. who told her of her recent visit to Mount Vernon.  Asks when last word from Miss Cunningham was received. ER-14, p. 7","A.L. Draft. To \"Dear Sir.\" Almost whole income of Mount Vernon derived from visitors admissions.  Has kept Mount Vernon repairs possible.  Permission to run boats to Mount Vernon again.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Stanton now refuses to let boats run to Mount Vernon.  Unable to raise money for greenhouse.  Riggs wants to sell one of the Va state bonds (getting 60 cents on the dollar) needs consent of 5 of the Vice Regents.  Asks for her consent. Discusses the anxieties experienced by everyone during the war.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Costs of repair to greenhouse, because of fire, now estimated at $800.  $400 already promised.  She personally approves selling Va State Bonds at 40% loss.  Notes boats no longer running.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Agrees with repairs on greenhouse.  Favors doing so by a loan rather than the sale of the Virginia bonds.  Tried to get influential Senator to petition Stanton to let boats run to Mount Vernon - effort failed.","A.L.S. Dover. Vice Regents from New York, Connecticut, and Delaware. Want \"injuries caused by late fire to the greenhouse\" repaired before winter. Miss Tracy estimates cost $800 ($400 to ge given by a private individual), remaining $400 to be borrowed on security of Virginia State bond. ER-17, p. 98","A.L.S. Dover. Re formal application for funds to repair Greenhouse after fire, repairs to begin at once - \"our first financial transaction.\" ER-17, p. 99","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Grateful for \"kindly thought of authority to Supt. H. and myself for building Greenhouse.\"  No passes issued.  Will go for provisions without pass, hopes to return.  Confederates 3 mi. from Mount Vernon yesterday.  Sec. and Miss McMakin spent day at Picket Post.  Brings West Ford to Mount Vernon to care for in his old age.  Next day gets pass and sends provisions down by tug. ER-15, p. 117","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Encloses form upon which Mrs. Comegys says he will loan the Association $400 [See under same date, Authorization for Securities] ER-23, p. 284","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Agrees to sell one of the Virginia Bonds, though reluctantly.  Looks forward to possibility of trip to Mount Vernon on next tour to the East.","A.L.S. Alexandria. Finds no competent carpenters in Alexandria for Mount Vernon work.  Washington man makes estimate on work for greenhouse, stating what materials Association should furnish.  Asks if shingles are cut round. ER-4, p. 109","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Draft for $374.32, the balance of funds collected for Mount Vernon in New York. ER-23, p. 287","Draft copy. New York. Asks his aid in general matters.  Brief synopsis of Mount Vernon during the war years - need for Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy's expenses to be met.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Wants to inquire whether possibly any spies or secessionists have been to Mount Vernon, conveyed to the \"enemy.\" Asks her to check into this and the average sum of the boat passage so she may figure what the Association is losing by its absence. ER-14, p. 7","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Asks to what department MVLA should make its claim for damages due to discontinuance of boat service at rate of $500 per month.  Note added to letter: endorsement signed by E. Everett; Sec. refers them to Court of Claims, E. Everett places case in hands of Mr. Eames, lawyer in Washington.  Sec. of War refuses to let boat run. ER-3, p. 265","A.L.S. New York. US Government cut off boats to Mount Vernon (major source of income on grounds \"of military necessity for the purpose of guarding against illicit and contraband trade.\"  Sec. of War referred MVLA to Court of Claims for compensation for this loss of income.  Now wishes to file application before the court for the MVLA. ER-9, p. 300","A.L.S. New York. Has made application to War Dept. for compensation for not being permitted to run a steamer to Mount Vernon --fears no success in matter--should they sell securities? ER-23, p. 289","A.L. Draft. Re resignation, and appointment of successor. ER-11, p. 120","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon very quiet, passes hard to get, not 10 visitors a month, have no funds; G.W. Riggs wishes to sell Virginia Bonds, supplied Mount Vernon with money for year; Supt. due $2500 back salary.  Miss Hamilton, through E. Everett, tries to obtain indemnity for losses from discontinuance of boat service from War Department, but was referred to Court of Claims.  Spent 3 mo. in North Carolina because of nephew's illness.  Folder also contains excerpt and copy. ER-15, p. 129","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Requests Sarah Tracy to call Grand Council, Feb. 22, in Washington.  Encloses draft for notice to be sent.  Asks Tracy and Supt. Herbert to attend.  Petition to Sec. of War and reply will be presented to Council for action. ER-14, p. 8","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy sends her documents; wrote Miss Hamilton about selling bonds, as did Mr. Riggs, which induced her to ask that a meeting be called.  Would like to talk to Mr. and Mrs. Comegys if they can come to Washington. ER-15, p. 133","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Salaries of Mount Vernon employees unpaid.  Sec. of War refuses to let steamer run.  Re calling a Grand Council for transaction of needed business if quorum of 5 can be secured - Writes VRs.  Asks Miss Tracy to send out notification of annual meeting. ER-3, p. 267","A.L.S. Miss Hamilton insists meeting shall be called.  Cold, ice, small-pox, bad roads, prevent them from going to Washington.  Asks Mrs. C. to come a week or 10 days before meeting to advise with her. ER-15, p. 135","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Notice of annual meeting of the MVLA, called for Feb. 22 in Washington.  ER-15, p. 141","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Annual meeting called at \"Sanitary Commission\" on Feb. 22, to discuss funds and management.  Eager to have quorum present. ER-15, p. 126","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. No word from Mrs. Ritchie in a long time; reviews briefly how War prevented Regent's return to Mount Vernon, Supt, Miss McMakin and sec. residents at Mount Vernon during War, visits of soldiers, boat service, maintenance and management problems.  Association wishes to sell bonds; salary due Supt., meeting necessary, hopes she may attend.  Hears from Regent but seldom, Mr. Yancey's death a blow to her, urges Mrs. Ritchie to write Regent and urge Regent to write Sec. ER-15, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington. Announcement of annual meeting of MVLA, to be held Feb 22, 1864 in Washington, DC.  Important that many VR's as possible attend as many Mount Vernon matters require immediate attention. ER-429","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re Council, disapproves of Miss Hamilton's reply.  Urges Mrs. Comegys to spend a few days at Mount Vernon before the 22nd.  Comments on passes for Mrs. Eve and Mrs. LeVert. ER-15, p. 147","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Riggs invites Mr. and Mrs. Comegys to be her guests at annual Council time; wants her to visit Mount Vernon first; says her salary adjustment can wait, asks increase for Miss McMakin--$100 and living expenses increased to $12 per mo., but is not enough to clothe her.  Wants Association to give a definite sum for coming year which Supt. and she will plan to live on.  Had interview with Mrs. Berghmans re boat service.  She knows President and Mrs. Lincoln. ER-15, p. 149","Copy (excerpts). Despite war and spending much time between enemy lines, has not affected Mount Vernon.  Little GW furniture remains in the house.  Later added synopsis of wartime period at Mount Vernon.","Extracts from previous letter.  Objections to date of meeting; VRs find time inconvenient for travel; longer notice should be given; sending notices to Southern VRs only a formality; Mrs. Morse and Mrs. Hunt might come if given longer notice.  Suggests meeting to be held at later date, G.W. Riggs empowered to sell some bonds. ER-15, p. 145","A.L.S. Re annual meeting for Feb. 22 required by Constitution; sends draft for notice to be sent VRs and Regent from Washington.  Sec. and Supt. Herbert asked to be there with data.  Miss H. (Halsted?) will urge ladies to attend, hoping to secure a quorum, will also present petition to Sec. of War and reply. ER-15, p. 139","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Goodrich's son writes that his mother is very ill, cannot attend next meeting, and he has placed her resignation in hands of Miss Hamilton. ER-4, p. 70","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Goodrich's son asks that the Association accept his mother's resignation as she is too ill to continue her service. ER-4, p. 71","A.L.S. St. Louis. Will attend Grand Council if her health permits.  Is 67 years old and not always well enough to travel. ER-14, p. 11","A.L.S. New York. Report on securing quorum for annual meeting. ER-3, p. 269","A.L.S. Logansport. Agrees to attend annual meeting - her presence needed for quorum. ER-3, p. 271","A.L.S. Brattleboro. Her delayed letter, with notice of VRs' meeting Feb. 22.  Has written Miss Hamilton she highly approves of meeting, make right disposition of funds in G.W. Riggs' hands, pay salaries due, to try to start MV boat again, etc.  Returned this week from attending her daughter's funeral.  If she is needed to make the 5th necessary for quorum, please notify her and she will make every effort to attend. ER-11, p. 232","A.L.S. Boston. Replies to her request for list of subjects he thinks most important for next meeting.  Refers to completing title to property; Government ownership of MV; provision for salary in arrears; recompense for being deprived of boat earnings; sale of Virginia at any price; G.W. Riggs' attitude toward forged draft; E.E.'s ledger earnings in hands of his Trustees of endowment fund; subject to Regent's call. ER-9, p. 301","A.L.S. New York. Miss Hamilton forwarded a package of letters which was lost. He wants to forward the substance of the letters to her that a sufficient number of VRs have agreed to be in Washington for meeting quorum; wants Tracy to be present with all papers, minutes, etc. \"to throw light on present and past conditions.\" ER-16, p. 114","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Grand Council will meet at 10 o'clock.  Asks Miss Tracy to bring all papers re steamboat, maintenance costs and conditions at MV; anything that helps to establish Miss Tracy as Secretary.  Have Mr. Herbert bring statistics on health conditions there. ER-14, p. 11","A.L. Copy. Depreciation of investments, and sale of same. ER-11, p. 121","A.L.S. Washington. Advises Mr. Riggs to sell Virginia bonds if possible. ER-13, p. 75","A.L.S. Washington. Assures him he is in no way liable for the Devereux affair--it pains her that he should offer to refund the Association. ER-23, p. 291","Autograph letter signed and autograph copy. Washington. Authorization to pay Mr. Herbert his salary as he may desire it, and to Miss Tracy $150 per month for household expenses servants' wages, and her own salary, and $60 per month for laborers' wages, and $18 for Miss McMakin. ER-23, p. 293","Typescript copy. Account of her visit to Mount Vernon during the War, Feb. 24, 1864.  Account of trip by boat; 14 persons including Miss Tracy; describes camps along the river; Mount Vernon neutral ground; welcomed by Mr. Herbert; Mary McMakin also there.  Walked about grounds with Herbert who talked of experiences there during War.  Only portion or rooms \"made fit for occupancy\".  Dined in Library, gives bill of fare.  Registered in \"big\" book, paid $1.00.  Herbert gave each bouquet of evergreens, departed at 4 p.m.","A.L.S. Wilmington. Before leaving Riggs' home, Miss Tracy said $150 month allowance was not sufficient for household, servants' wages and her own salary; needs $25 additional.  Committee has asked Mrs. Comegys to act for Association as she is near Mount Vernon, she consented, relying on Riggs' judgment and knowledge of affairs.  Refers to a paper she neglected to take Mrs. Fitch. ER-17, p. 106","Copy. Glad she has agreed to be presiding Vice Regent.  Hopes, but does not expect, to get 50% for Virginia State Bonds.  Financial matters concerning providing Mr. Herbert and Miss Tracy with funds at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 108","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Returned to Mount Vernon very tired, has Minutes and Resolutions to enter, 18 copies to make and send to Ladies.  Saw Miss Hamilton in Washington re Resolution about funds, G.W. Riggs responsible for year, favorable report on excursion to Mount Vernon. Miss Hamilton satisfied with Council, conditions at estate, disapproves of increasing debt.  Saw Mrs. Little, Mrs. Ogden, Mrs. Farnsworth in Georgetown.  Boat question delayed.  Supt. Herbert wishes to sell 50,000 bricks made at MV, keeping enough to build Greenhouse and make repairs, Riggs approves sale.  Minutes not for publicity.  Superintendent needs phosphate, seed, etc. ER-15, p. 118","A.L.S. Washington. Permission to pay salaries \u0026 expenses at Mount Vernon.  Will \"run the machine until better times\". ER-22, p. 201","A.L.S. Dover. Judge and Mrs. Comegys think bricks better be sold at once, sum for Superintendent's phosphates, etc.  Mrs. Fitch has just left for N.Y.  Thanks Riggs for letter to President; if denied the boat, will be ready to double her efforts rather than turn MV over to Government or make changes in supervision during Regent's absence.  Tracy saw Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Riggs and Mrs. Comegys, only members of Committee present when last resolutions were presented; Miss Tracy did not know contents of resolution, adjusts salary matters satisfactorily. ER-17, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington. Permission to sell bricks at Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 203","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Re future financing of Mount Vernon. Recommends Treasurer sell securities and pay salaries, that Herbert, Miss Tracy and Miss McMakin understand that payment in future depends on income but that this does not give them authority to leave at any time. ER-3, p. 275","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re reports of Committees for Council. Mr. Herbert pleased with authority to sell bricks.  Mrs. Farnsworth request to Sec. of War for manure, results in having too great a quantity sent here.  ER-15, p. 119","A.L.S. Washington. Calls on Sec. of War Stanton re running of boat to Mount Vernon - thinks it inadvisable now because of recent attacks on boat. ER-4, p. 113","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Greenough is still in Europe and could not attend Council. Other Massachusetts ladies would not attend in her place as they would have no vote. She also chose not to travel there in the winter. Wrote her opinions on behalf of Mrs. Greenough to Miss Hamilton, but does not think she received them. Does not want Council to think Massachusetts not interested in Mount Vernon affairs. ER-12, p. 155","A.L.S. St. Louis. Forwards circulars she created for a Fair.  Asks for an exchange of photographs of the Ladies.  Feels amply repaid for her trip to meet the Association's Vice Regents even at \"so inclement a season\". ER-17, p. 113","A.L.S. Washington. Miss Tracy \"has been up two or three times since your epistle came\" (Mar 21).  Thought Tracy wrote Mrs. Comegys that Miss Hamilton's resolutions were not forwarded to the VRs, so all needed to \"register one opinion.\"  Friend of Mrs. Lincoln declared \"we were to have it,\" Stanton also favorable. ER-17, p. 114","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Chance that boat may run; as bricks were valuable why not reported at meeting; getting plenty of manure now; resignation of Mrs. Pendleton, VR-Ohio.  Mr. Riggs sees Sec. of War for MVLA cause. ER-3, p. 277","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $600. ER-3, p. 295","A.L.S. Washington. Rec'd $600 from Mrs. Farnsworth.  Explains a \"seeming misconduct\" on part of some excursionists which he advises her \"to forgive and forget\". ER-15, p. 128","A.L.S. Castleton, Fayette County, Kentucky. Portrait of General Washington now in your possession is by Gilbert Stuart - Purchased for Alex Parker by George Beck - Bought by your grandfather at a sale of Mr. Parker's effects in 1825. - Jonette a pupil of Stuart says yours is one of Stuart's best copies of his great work.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Sign paper and forward to Mr. Riggs.  Suggests Miss Tracy send same paper to all VRs.  Herbert can plan to build.  Thanks Mr. Comegys for his efforts for MV.  Has no way to reach President of U.S. ER-3, p. 279","A.L.S. Washington. Advises her to authorize him to handle all financial matters without advice of the Presiding VR.  State of Virginia State Bonds. ER-22, p. 199","A.L.S. Richmond. Makes another attempt to send letters to Regent; last APC letter dated Mar. 1863, great irregularity in mails.  Describes war time conditions in Richmond, gives prices for commodities.  Offers to convey Regent's mail to various points if she will trust her.  Saw Mr. Ritchie, who forwarded Miss Tracy's letter to APC; re MV meeting of VRs.  Mrs. Ritchie ill in Italy.  Gives much news of people during war period.  Mrs. Pellet kept her school operating during war.  Suggests selling Devereux \"tributes\" for old pasteboard as big prices are paid for pasteboard.  Refers to Mr. Yancey's death. ER-16, p. 277","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Advises getting exact data re profits and various benefits from boat for Mr. Comegys to use in his presentation of matter and Mrs. Comegys' Appeal.  Sec. of War seems firm, and President will interfere only on \"great occasions.\" ER-14, p. 12","Cortland Village. Complies with his son's request to give the Washington letter to Mr. Franklin who is very deserving. Although he considers this letter priceless. W-434","A.L.S. Authorization to sell bonds.  Asks Miss Tracy to go with Mrs. Comegys to see the President as Mr. Berghmans is very ill.  Miss Hamilton says she has four VRs ready to go and hopes for a fifth.  Difficulties of VRs, including her own.  Will attend meeting on 22nd. ER-13, p. 69","Draft. Had first letter from Everett for more than 2 years at Christmas.  Glad to hear all were well and \"faithful to charge\".  Hope it was not necessary to sell securities but to borrow on them. ER-1, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Confides she wrote to Miss Cunningham in private to tell her about the Council meeting called and her opposition to it. Writes some of Miss Cunningham's reply. APC much distressed at the news of the interruption of boat service. ER-15, p. 161","A.L.S. Petersham. Regarding a Mr. W (Williams ?) who has been asking for collections for Mount Vernon without her authority. ER-23, p. 297","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. She also wishes Miss Cunningham was back at Mount Vernon to take charge. Discusses the devastating consequences of the war. A letter from Mrs. Fogg in Chattanooga explains the dire situation there. She should discuss plans to call a Grand Council in February with Mrs. Comegys. Difficult to raise money for Mount Vernon when the entire country is in hard times due to the war. ER-14, p. 9","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Letter from Miss Tracy showing Regent not only \"lives\" but continues her interest in Mount Vernon.  Miss Tracy asks of notices for annual meeting are to be sent out.  Fears a quorum is impossible.  Dislikes Association incurring debts without funds to meet them.  Favors giving Mount Vernon to U.S. govt.  Boat not running.  Suggests Mr. Herbert and ladies live at Mount Vernon without salary, but if that is not possible, suggests putting respectable man and family there, rent free if he will care for buildings - suggestions offered as \"sheer necessity\". ER-3, p. 283","A.L. Draft copy. Rosemont. For several years Regent has not attended to official duties - now resumes them.  Regrets Mount Vernon had not a larger fund before War.  More than $4000 at interest in her section.  Asks G.W. Riggs for loan to Association to carry on work. ER-1, p. 187","A.L.S. Washington. Re calling Council for 1865.  Severe winter.  Boat may run in March.  Cites money A.P.C. has, suggests borrowing $4000 from Mr. Riggs and Mr. Mitchell.  Comments on E. Everett's death, fall of Ft. Fisher, disgrace of Butler.  Has interview with Mrs. Berghmans. ER-15, p. 151","A.L.S. Washington. Notice of \"regular Annual Meeting\" of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union to be held on the 22nd of Feb. at 11 a.m. in Washington, home of G.W. Riggs, Treasurer. ER-16, p. 120","A.L.S. Washington. Fears it necessary to call meeting of Vice Regents re turning Mount Vernon over to Government.  Charter states property reverts to Virginia if Association gives it up.  Mount Vernon not yet quite paid for.  G.W. Riggs had no direct settlement of E. Everett fund, doubtless Everett fund more than adequate.  Mrs. Riggs favors present method of administering Mount Vernon, need to meet current expenses for coming year.  Mrs. Mitchell may give personally.  Expects Miss Tracy next week. ER-17, p. 120","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asked G.W. Riggs' opinion on calling meeting Feb. 22.  Last year E. Everett reported securities for $7,433 in his trustees' hands, problem of selling them and also Virginia bonds.  Only Miss Hamilton and Mr. Eve favored disposing of Mount Vernon.  Mr. Riggs says it cannot be done because it would violate charter and contract.  Thinks Vice Regents can manage without borrowing.  ER-15, p. 163","A.L.S. Washington. Returns Miss Hamilton's letter, will not mention part re Mount Vernon \"inmates\" to Miss Tracy.  Hamilton told Tracy, Mrs. Mitchell, etc. she favored giving Mount Vernon to U.S.  Mrs. Riggs also fears \"debt\".  G.W. Riggs hesitant in his position, to give advice, other than to raise enough for year's maintenance through Vice Regents.  Thinks Miss Tracy has sent notice for meeting, quorum may not come, then must devise other plans.  Expects Miss Tracy this evening. ER-17, p. 122","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Cannot attend meeting this year.  Comments on financial condition, and Mr. Everett's opinion that Mount Vernon should be given to U.S., but charter states it is to go to Virginia if Association cannot meet its obligations.  Asks Delaware's opinion on constitutional amendment. ER-3, p. 281","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $100. ER-23, p. 295","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has been ill for 2 weeks.  Aunt of Supt. Herbert died, exposure attending funeral gave her a cold.  Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Barry will attend meeting Feb 22; Mrs. Van Antwerp cannot come.  G.W. Riggs very reluctant to give advice.  Want Western VRs to raise money. ER-15, p. 165;  Extract, handwritten, ER 16, p. 119 Extract, handwritten, ER 17, p. 125","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Cannot attend meeting; sends message for Mrs. Barry. ER-14, p. 15","Copy. Recommends daily boat to Mount Vernon and offer of Mr. James Sykes to run it. ER-2, p. 289","A.L.S. Washington. Accident prevents Mrs. Comegys from attending meeting.  Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Chace, Mrs. Berghmans present.  Mrs. Barry too ill in Washington to attend--no quorum.  Miss McMakin here, Miss Tracy ill at Mount Vernon.  Hopes for quorum tomorrow.  Miss Hamilton sent a sealed note to be given to Mrs. Barry.  She \"worships Mr. Everett and his memory\".  If Supt. Herbert and Sec. Tracy are not retained G.W. Riggs and wife may withdraw.  G.W. Riggs does not apprehend danger, dislikes Miss Hamilton's plan for man and his family to take over Mount Vernon care. ER-17, p. 126","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Annual meeting on Feb. 22, 1865 was postponed to the 25th due to illness of Mrs. Barry and herself.  Mrs. Barry was in the chair.  Resolutions presented re Everett fund remaining; committee appointed at last meeting continued with 2 changes in membership; meetings to be held later in year; salaries and allowances at Mount Vernon to be continued.  Failure of attempt to collect claim from Congress for loss by discontinuance of boat service.  Enclosed resolution to be published in leading state papers. ER-15, p. 150","A.L.S. New Brunswick. Failure of their application and disgraceful proceedings on Inauguration Day--notices to be sent to Vice Regents--ask Godey's Ladies Book to insert it--country has corrupt and drunken rulers. (Envelope addressed to Alexandria, Va., dated Mar. 14)","A.L. Fragment, second page missing. Washington. Miss Tracy at Mrs. Riggs' yesterday.  Thinks she sent Mrs. Comegys notice of meeting; resolution re E. Everett drawn up by Mrs. Barry, condensed by Mrs. Mitchell and Miss Tracy. ER-17, p. 128","A.L. Fragment, most of first page missing. Mrs. Barry and Miss Hamilton very favorably inclined to E. Everett; reference to action in meeting (possibly re resolution and his portrait). ER-17, p. 129","A.L.S. Assistant Quartermaster's Office, River Transportation. Boat broke down last week but hereafter will call for her every Thursday, or Friday morning, depending on weather. ER-3, p. 285","A.L.S. New York. Discusses recent death of Lincoln and comparisons of him to Washington. She is weary of all the turbulence of recent years. Suggests Miss Tracy acquaint herself with President Johnson that he might listen to the MVLA claims for war damages.  Feels afraid for Mount Vernon but should not give up hope.","A.L.S. Washington. Has plan for interchange of letters by postmaster at Charleston whom she knows.  Regent's August letter rec'd next January but no means of replying.  Another meeting held in Feb. with different VRs present from previous year.  Continuous inquiries re Regent's return to Mount Vernon.  Beginning to make a little money.  Mary McMakin went home for a visit; Supt. Herbert's sister at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 166","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Congratulates her on prospect of being relieved from care and anxiety of her position--hopes they can soon resume meetings--sends cutting from paper--recommends writing article explaining real state of affairs at Mount Vernon--Mrs. Riggs' illness--looks forward to meeting of all the Vice-Regents--fears interest created for Mr. Lincoln's memory may overshadow any appeals for Mount Vernon--wants slips of roses for a Fair.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Doesn't know how they can get any income--suggests establishing a \"Manufactory\" near Mount Vernon for making articles of wood or building a greenhouse and employing enough men to make it profitable--her social activities for summer--would like small photos of views of Mount Vernon to sell at local Fair  (Envelope dated May 22, and addressed to Alexandria, Va.)","A.L.S. Washington. Writes on behalf of his church congregation to ask permission for a group to come to Mount Vernon with a few children. They promise to maintain order and behave. ER-16, p. 121","A.L.S. copy. Mount Vernon. Superintendent rec'd his request to open a pavillion at Mount Vernon, and replies he has no authority to comply and thinks such a place could not be profitable.  The bi-weekly boat trips are adequate for visitors.  Extract, handwritten, p. 107. ER-16, p. 123","A.L.S. Hampton. Forced to refuse Vice Regency of Maryland as she has already undertaken all public work she can do, but suggests several women who might serve well. ER-13, p. 43","A.L.S. Advises Mr. Riggs of her course in replying to circulated letter from a Mr. Williams - sent to her through Miss Hamilton. ER-23, p. 295","A.L.S. Rosemont. Long, detailed account of her condition after the war.  All communication and transportation has been disrupted. She fears for Mount Vernon and plans to make it self-sustaining. She will go there when travel and health permit.  Describes her barren plantation and converting $34,000 into Confederate Securities.  Legacies planned for Mount Vernon, Superintendent Herbert, Secretary Tracy and Mary.  She despairs over debts.  Asks for news of Mount Vernon, the Vice Regents, and others. ER-11, p. 165","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has had a low fever; Mr. Herbert and Miss McMakin also ill.  Mount Vernon is an unhealthy place.  Saw Mrs. Comegys's letter to Mrs. Riggs on Resolutions.  Has letter from Regent, can't answer half her questions.  Deposits entrance fees for July $576, totaling sum since May 13, $2356.25, not including boat percentage.  Borrowed $255 for food supplies; have garden planted, selling bouquets.  Boat running; paid debt.  Table linen worn out, she and Mr. Herbert used their own.  Receipts from plant sales go to Mr. Riggs. ER-15, p. 155","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Rec'd two letters from Regent who does not get Miss Tracy's mail.  Mentions few facts for Mrs. Eve to write Regent; boat running since early June, visitors since April have paid Mount Vernon expenses; statement of debt to Mr. Herbert; he will raise crops to feed animals and people at the estate; have abundance of wheat, corn, little rye, cabbages, potatoes, etc.  Health conditions bad, someone always sick.  Public abusive.  Need a Council this fall with Regent presiding; meetings before were not Grand Councils but Annual Meetings.  Cannot write Regent about any confidential matters. Dr. Hodge rec'd Regent's letter and will write her.  Reports on VRs from N.H., Ohio, Conn., Me., Pa. ER-15, p. 152","A.L. draft. Rosemont. Great difficulty in getting and sending mail.  Much worried over Miss Tracy's long silence.  Has seen a newspaper report that Mount Vernon has never had so many visitors. ER-1, p. 189","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports on boat co. and its services; bank deposits made; raising maintenance funds through selling bracelets from coffee beans; hiring a mulatto with her own money for work and trips to town; reasons for dismissing William, the gardener; buying seeds from her own money to plant flowers which later yield Mount Vernon funds for residents' maintenance; plans made for selling photographs to raise needed funds; news of Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Ogden, E. Everett and Washington children; urges Regent not to mention what she owes; unfavorable press comments on Mount Vernon; Mary McMakin's family wants her to join them in NY.  Fences need repair. ER-15, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received photographs and terms for supplying MVLA.  Last week seven were ill with chills and bilious fever.  Annoyed by photographers who wanted views to sell on percentage, which Regent disapproves.  Will send committee copies for approval, taken by Mr. Bell, gives prices, styles and profits, copyright.  Mr. Herbert needs $40 more per month. ER-15, p. 171;  Extract, handwritten, ER 16, p. 119, Extract, handwritten, ER 18, p. 130-1","A.L.S. Dover. Miss Tracy writes that Mr. Herbert needs $40 per month more for labor expenses and asks members of committee to authorize same; if it meets Mr. Riggs' approval, Mrs. Comegys agrees. ER-17, p. 132","A.L.S. Washington. Miss Tracy says several sick at Mount Vernon; has some photos of Mount Vernon she wishes Mrs. Comegys to see--wants to sell them at the estate. ER-17, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy has fever, tired from nursing others and poison of the atmosphere.  Has letter from Regent from August 26 but Tracy's letters had not reached Regent. ER-17, p. 134","A.L.S. Washington. Agrees to $40 monthly allowance to Mr. Herbert--grounds and property need proper protection--hopes when Ladies meet, they will be satisfied with condition of Mount Vernon--they carried on during dark times without involving the ladies and now he hopes everything will be prosperous --the Everett people have money and stocks which can be applied to payment to Washington's heirs--hopes Miss Cunningham can be here soon. ER-22, p. 207","A.L.S. Washington. Notes Mr. Herbert's request for additional $40 per month for labor at Mount Vernon.  If MVLA approves, he will send funds to Miss Tracy.  Reports contents of his letter to Miss Comegys (Oct. 6, 1865). ER-22, p. 209","A.L.S. Rosemont. Personal letter recounting terrible conditions on her plantation. The mail services are lacking.  Vacation is due Miss Tracy and Mary McMakin after all their years of service. She cannot spare the Superintendent. The Regent resumes duties after her total isolation. Discusses funds, payments due, crops at Mount Vernon, legal advice needed, newspaper criticisms, conduct of the Association, filling Vice Regent vacancies, calling Council, and her return to the estate. ER-1, p. 191 (Extracts in pencil, ER-11, p. 133)","A.L.S. Washington. Inquires if there is a map of 260 acres, MVLA purchased from J.A. Washington, and if he may have permission to use copy of it in his book, \"Home of Washington.\" ER-4, p. 114","A.L.S. Rosemont. Writing \"Circular\" she planned delayed by death of an aunt living with them.  Refers to her own strong presentiments. ER-1, p. 195","A.L.S. Washington. She has been ill, went to Washington to recuperate and returns tomorrow.  Rec'd Regent's letter sent by Mrs. Eve; news of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie; asks for order for money in E. Everett fund for last payment to John A. Washington's children. ER-15, p. 167","A.L.S. Providence. Absent from state until War was finished.  Asks about funds needed for repairs and receipts by boat.  Unfavorable press letters.  Hopes Tomb may be put in good condition in Fall.  Criticism of women's undertaking is always severe. ER-13, p. 6","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Taking care of her mother who is ill. She is certain the laudanum was packed in the last shipment to her. Encourages her to check the container again if she has not thrown it away. They received her check. She will try to find hair dye to send in the next package.","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. Officially resigns as Vice Regent. Plans to travel in Europe. ER-14, p. 15","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re unfavorable printed letter in Post on Mount Vernon.  Similar one appeared in Boston papers 2 months ago and was answered by Mrs. Barry without refuting charges.  Itemizes criticism in Rhode Island paper in such manner as to give good statement of condition of Mount Vernon at that date.  Bedstead in Washington's room whittled away by visitors, tobacco stains on floors and hearth, etc.  Mansion is clean, paths and gardens tidy, paint in good shape.  No repairs since 1862.  Miss Tracy, Miss McMakin, and Mr. Herbert busy with crowds of visitors, and illness among help.  Made expenses this summer.  Photographers made views of Mount Vernon for sale.  Hears from Regent regularly now. ER-13, p. 7","Draft, extract from letter to Dr. Hodge. Draft. Her despair over condition of country and her disillusionment with United States--how can she move people to contribute to Mount Vernon cause when all the warmth for the cause has left her? ER-11, p. 127","A.L. Rosemont. Suggests Dr. D. may write the \"Circular\" she had planned.  Asks about the \"Record\".  Long account of her plantation difficulties, especially with \"labor.\" ER-1, p. 199","Copy. Order by the Trustees of Edward Everett's fund to pay all remaining money to George W. Riggs. Also, Miss Cunningham's letter to Riggs ordering payment at earliest convenience to the Washingtons by using funds from Everett. ER-11, p. 128","A.L.S. Cambridge. Forwards part of letter from Sarah J. Hale (Lady's Book) asking for information as she had seen an unfavorable newspaper article.  Asks for names of VRs living.  Mrs. Greenough expects to return next season. ER-12, p. 155","A.L. Draft. Complaint re irregularity of trips, made by boats to Mount Vernon, lack of definite schedule of boat trips posted in hotels and other places. ER-16, p. 128","Extracts of multiple Sarah Tracy letters. ER-16, p. 109","A.L.S. Rosemont. The action of the Grand Council under the 5th By-Law was without the sanction of the constitution.  The constitution must be adhered to or a new system must be adopted.  The Association must disregard the action and resume their powers under the constitution.","A.L.S. Rosemont. She misses Everett's guidance; Mount Vernon health situation serious; improvements needed for Superintendent; Miss Tracy's resignation, salary due; difficulties of success or ignorant of Mount Vernon history and management. Deplores criticism of her motives and war prejudices.  Sends David Paul Brown's opinion on \"committee's power\"; demands strict adherence to Constitution and By-Laws. ER-1, p, 201; Includes handwritten extracts of letter, ER-10, p. 21","A.L.S. Funds expected for last installment on purchase, and indebtedness to Superintendent Herbert.  Varied activities keep her busy.  Asks for order for $700 collected by Mr. Godey.  Mary McMakin goes home for Christmas. ER-15, p. 173","A.L.S. Rosemont. Praises Miss Tracy for her sacrifice in spending war years at Mount Vernon.  APC quite unwell.  Urges Tracy  to remain at her post. ER-1, p. 203","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Feels confident he can raise the $5,274 (for Illinois) of the permanent $50,000 fund the MVLA seeks to create.  Progress will be better in the spring after completion of fund raising for the Lincoln Memorial Fund. ER-23, p. 299","A.L.S. Two letters. London. Her husband lost everything during War; has been abroad and very ill.  Wonders if Regent will call a meeting in 1867.  Sends her resignation to Association. ER-3, p. 286","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Miss Tracy is going to Philadelphia and will prepare material on Mount Vernon; public wants to know how trust has been discharged.  Regent wisely kept affairs quiet but publicity is now desirable.  Lists data needed for reply in Lady's Book to inquiries, \"Who owns Mount Vernon\", which will show \"Virginia had very little to do with ownership... but\" it was purchased by a National Association. ER-13, p. 185","A.L.S. Rosemont. Mail difficulties continue.  Sends order for \"Godey\" funds to be paid to Miss Tracy.  Boston contribution may be enough to make \"last payment\" and also pay Mr. Herbert. ER-1, p. 207","A.L. Incomplete. Re Miss Tracy's resignation, urges her and Superintendent Herbert to remain, even for one year. ER-11, p. 130","A.L.S. Because her health was failing rapidly she wrote full account of her financial problems, struggles since father's death, condition of her plantation since War, history of her physical ailments, serious problems connected with resignations of Miss Tracy and Mr. Herbert. ER-11, p. 123 (major portions of this letter copied or extracted ER-10, p. 25-33)  (misdated \"1865\" by A.P.C.)","A.L.S. To \"my dear friend.\" Regular mail routes are open again and a few of Miss Tracy's letters got through. Discusses her ill health and suffering condition of her country. ER-17, p. 136","A.L. Incomplete. Expecting Regent at Mount Vernon and looking forward to seeing her.  Refers to last 5 years, relations with Association.  Reports difficulties during War period.  Boat trips begin soon. ER-3, p. 287","A.L.S. Washington. Hopes Regent is now getting her letters.  Sent her letter from Mrs. Ritchie relating her difficulties.  Threatens to resign.  Sold pictures on \"Boat day.\" Bishop Lynch of South Carolina says railroad service is improved.  Replies to inquiry about chemises. ER-15, p. 174","A.L. Incomplete. Mount Vernon. Understands Regent fears as it has been unsafe to ride alone in lonely places in Alexandria or in evening.  Trips will be tri-weekly.  Cleared $50 on photographs.  Today made first bouquets - sold for $4.25. ER-15, p. 185","A.L.S. Rosemont. Mrs. Ritchie's losses, travels, resignation.  Delayed mails.  Philadelphia friends oppose circular planned by Regent.  Reviews Miss Tracy's 3 letters with Association news.  Urges household linens be bought from picture sales.  Asks about New Orleans sale of books and pictures. ER-1, p. 209","A.L.S. Mary wrote result of investigation.  Discusses appointments of VRs. In Maryland Emperor Napoleon has made gift to Mrs. Murat to offset her War losses.  Tries to locate Mrs. Morse and Mrs. McWillie.  Buys linens, has a sewing machine, seamstresses extremely scarce.  Comments on her manifold activities necessary now, selling photographs (made $600).  Chills and fever prevalent.  Urges Regent to come soon. ER-15, p. 176","A.L.S. Rosemont. Few days under Miss Tracy profitable for Miss Mitchell.  Mr. Peabody to return to America. G.W. Riggs' help needed.  Inquires re prospective VRs in N.J. and N.Y.  Regent too impoverished to live at Mount Vernon. Miss Tracy's successor - lady resident of tact and ability to deal with North and South.  Considers E.P. Marks. ER-1, p. 215","A.L.S. Rosemont. She feared death so wanted to put her affairs in order, but is now recovering.  Questions her own wisdom in calling Grand Council in Fall, season unfavorable to her own interests.  Wants to have Mr. Peabody raise funds among Americans abroad. ER-1, p. 217","A.L.S. Rosemont. More recommendations for obtaining information re prospective VRs. Mrs. Goodrich, VR-Conn resigns.  Judge Breckinridge's (Ky) misunderstanding.  Bishop's recommendations.  In whose name inquiry made, concern for Mrs. Eve.  Emperor's donation to Mde Murat.  Suggests writing army personnel  for information re Mrs. Morse, Mrs. McWillie, and Mrs. Walker. Mrs. Chesnut (S.C.) died.  Re funds received by Mrs. Berghmans and photograph sales requiring time of one person.  Recommends remedies for Mr. Herbert's chills. ER-1, p. 219","A.L.S. Rosemont. Problems of post war South.  Election of new Vice Regent for New York to replace Miss Hamilton.  Regent  does not choose only advises - up to the Council as to who will be her replacement. ER-1, p. 223","A.L.S. Rec'd Regent's letter of 6th; sorry her and Mary's mail has not reached Regent.  Mary's devotion to Miss Tracy and her sick mother.  She and Mary catch fish for breakfast, Mary fell in river.  Suggests Mary go down to travel with the Regent, urges her to come soon as possible.  Labor difficult to get for Mount Vernon.  Selling photographs and bouquets.  Many of their plants died in the winter.  Thinks Mr. Peabody will not contribute much to fund.  Urges that Mr. Herbert be allowed to tear down dilapidated Summer House built by Bushrod Washington.  Sends Regent Mrs. Ritchie's letter. ER-15, p. 175","A.L.S. Multiple letters and copy of letter to Mr. Stewart regarding plans to build a road near Mount Vernon. Also discusses railroad and details on the founding of the Ladies' Association. Suggests other employees for the management of the estate. ER-1, p. 227; ER-1, p. 225","A.L.S. Rosemont. Letter from Mrs. Comegys received.  Recommends Miss Emily Harper as Maryland Vice Regent.  Needs Mr. Peabody's help in raising funds; Miss Cunningham's debts to Mount Vernon.  Re Miss Johnson's appointment, service and salary problem. Miss Cunningham has financial difficulty in attending Council. ER-1, p. 233","A.L.S. All letters up to the 20th now received.  Glad she acts promptly on business problems.  Plans to consult Mr. Taylor re railroad. Receiving mail is again difficult.  Urges Regent not to write more than is ncessary.  Thanks her for prompt action on her salary but will not allow Regent or mother to advance it as long as photographs sell.  Vice Regents refuse to act until Regent arrives.  Mrs. Pendleton sent resignation to the Vice Regent of New York.  Much sickness at Mount Vernon, often 4 or 5 to care for at one time.  Urges Regent to come soon.  Thinks Mr. Peabody will not contribute much.  Regent can attend to Legislative action.  Mary remains for present and will go south to meet Regent if finances permit.  Mrs. Smith of Philadelphia wants her sister Grace's trunk sent to her.  Regrets Regent's losses. ER-15, p. 187","A.L.S. Department of the Interior, Pension Office. Dr. Gray, Chaplain of Senate, wishes to bring his Sunday School class by boat to visit Mount Vernon, see the Tomb, Mansion and drink at Washington's well. ER-16, p. 133","A.L.S. Washington. Knight Templars plan a trip on Potomac and ask if they may have a ceremony at the Tomb of Washington and on what terms landing permission will be granted. ER-10, p. 94","A.L.S. She is fatigued and plans for rest in N.Y. to keep her fit until January.  Five years since she had a vacation. Spent next 3 weeks in bed.  Begs Regent to write briefly, not to duplicate information.  Regent wishes Mary McMakin, who is not well, to go South for Regent.  Miss Tracy discusses travel expenses, money from boat service; Mr. Herbert's taking half salary; money lost in slow returns from Boston.  Hoped Regent's cotton would pay debt to Association. Miss Tracy has not told G.W. Riggs that Regent owed MVLA.  Criticizes Fourney and D.P. Brown. ER-16, p. 134","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mary McMakin called home by illness, cancels Miss Tracy's plan for 3 weeks rest.  Regent needs to be at Mount Vernon, thinks she would come now if expenses were paid; names four Vice Regents who would doubtless contribute.  Considers Regent's possible resignation, her losses and attitude toward them.  Methods of meeting expenses at Mount Vernon.  Railroad problem--legislative action; Mr. Taylor (John A. Washington's lawyer) watching developments carefully.  New York Vice Regent demands annual reports and history of Association because she was 1st subscriber from N.Y.'s 31st Congressional District. ER-15, p. 189.  Extracts, ER 16, p. 129; ER 17, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. Asks for a report of business of Association from its origin, as he was first subscriber to fund originally raised from N.Y. 31st Congressional District. ER-16, p. 135","A.L.S. Refers him to his State Vice Regent for any information on Mount Vernon he wishes; unable to send him Association's history of activities for last 7 years.  Planned to provide for a statement at next Council, but so many northern Vice Regents went to Europe and Council was postponed. ER-16, p. 136","A.L.S. Fairfax. Part of a map made by Washington which he wishes to sell.  Statement signed by T. Bailey Myers that map was purchased in June 1866, \"not a spoil of war\". W-370","A.L.S. Washington. Letterhead of the Department of Indian Affairs. Masonic Committee on pilgrimage to Mount Vernon was not as profitable as hoped, but has sent $120 to G.W. Riggs for MVLA fund.  Expresses appreciation of Mr. Herbert and Sec. Tracy's courtesies. ER-16, p. 137","A.L.S. Washington. Illinois fund raising effort of Williams appears to be turning out badly. ER-22, p. 211","A.L.S. Washington. Due to \"falling off of [receipts] in the month of July\" the Potomac Ferry Co. has decided to make but one trip per week to Mount Vernon until \"such time as the People may return to the City from their Summer trips\" Trips to be each Thursday. ER-4, p. 110","A.L.S. Washington. Sisters of Charity of Washington wish to take orphans in their charge to Mount Vernon; he thinks of giving free boat trip and asks her advice. ER-16, p. 138","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reviews Mount Vernon's status and asks help in filling vacancy for Vice Regent of Ohio.  States at length the characteristics needed for a Vice Regent. ER-15, p. 192","A.L.S. Washington. When Queen Emma was presented with set of photos of public buildings in DC, she regretted omission of Mount Vernon.  Asks permission to photograph Mount Vernon, pictures $3 each, will furnish MVLA as many as desired at half price. ER-16, p. 139","A.L.S. Washington. There are no reports to send her--since boat is running, receipts are enough for moderate expenses of Superintendent--will write Miss Tracy about possibility of meeting of Ladies--Miss Tracy stayed at Mount Vernon during the war and since--sometimes she had communication cut off from them. ER-2, p. 213","Note, incomplete extract. Weather poor.  Herbert had a \"touch of chills.\" ER- 15, p. 85","A.L.S. Sent Regent stationery and New York papers.  For health's sake should have left Mount Vernon last fall, very eager to have Regent at Mount Vernon to settle many affairs.  Mrs. Morse letter re meeting; Bishop Bedell in Europe, Bishop Williams, Conn., replies.  Hopes Regent will call Grand Council on her return.  Mary McMakin's return to MV is doubtful.  Suggests ways for Regent's return. ER-15, p. 193","A.L.S. Cambridge. Mrs. Greenough plans to return in October. She has kept up a lively interest in Mount Vernon affairs.  Mrs. Barry is in Florence. ER-12, p. 157","A.L.S. Richmond. Questions wisdom of calling Grand Council at this time; comments on sales of portraits, tributes that would not sell; news re those who contributed to Mount Vernon.  ER-4, p. 81","A.L.S. Receives Regent's letter from Cokesbury.  Mary returns by boat for few days only.  Much sickness at Mount Vernon.  Lengthy account of visits to the estate by Richard Washington, Mr. Taylor, engineers, etc. re railroad replacing road-bed and depot, percentage of charges, etc. She attempts to delay action again until Regent returns.  Mrs. Morse cannot attend Council.  Criticizes Mrs. LeVert's action; describes boat service at last Council (permission from Sec. of War) and luncheon served Vice Regents.  Does not favor Council in late fall at Mount Vernon, suggests Ladies spend one day at Mount Vernon but hold sessions in G.W. Riggs' library. ER-15, p. 195","A.L.S. Baltimore. Again declines to be VR because of condition of her personal affairs. Plans to donate $100 to the MVLA to try to make up for her \"failure in making collections.\" ER-13, p. 28; ER-13, p. 30","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Forwarded obituary of Mr. Morse to A.P.C.  Regent cannot reach Mount Vernon before 2nd or 3rd week in Nov.  Regrets Council could not have been in Oct.  Reports on Regent's health and urges Mrs. Morse to visit Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 51","A.L.S. Advises Regent not to shorten her dresses, not to bring linens or burden herself with anything not necessary.  She and Mr. Herbert have brought their own supply of linens.  Not to even write letters now.  Hard to have guests in cold weather.  Letters from Miss Harper and Mrs. Walker received.  Suggests best routes to travel for Regent.  No carpets in Mansion during summer. ER-15, p. 157","A.L.S. Richmond. Advises Regent to see Judge Crump and Judge Ould, legislators; conditions since 1858 are so changed for South; reviews political situation in both the country and in the Association. Fails to collect on excursion to Mount Vernon.  Reports death of O.W. Langfitt who drew up Association charter. ER-4, p. 79","A.L.S. Rosemont. Encloses $10, making $25 sent by letters.  Plans trip to Mount Vernon.  Postscript later says plantation troubles may delay her. ER-1, p. 239","A.L.S. Rosemont. On resignation of Mrs. Davis, she offers Mrs. Sweat the position.  As a Grand Council will soon be held, when nomination will be presented, asks for a prompt reply. ER-19, p. 91","A.L.S. Baltimore. Wrote Miss Tracy declining to be Vice Regent of Maryland, but she sent letter to Regent.  Miss Tracy during hurried visit to Newport in Aug. asked on Regent's behalf that Miss Harper become Vice Regent. States condition under which she can accept position.  Prefers meeting Dec. 14 to Nov. 2. ER-17, p. 140","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Regent just arrived at Mount Vernon, asked her draft response to Mrs. Van Buren's letter. Discusses duties and role of Vice Regents. Brief discussion of Miss Hamilton and her work with the MVLA up to this point. ER-1, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington. Received money from Trustees of Everett fund in Feb. 1866, and proceeds of stocks and bonds sold in May--no statement of interest received--on May 12 paid amount due on last bond, $7834.40--$6169.73 was for interest accrued. ER-22, p. 215","A.L. Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Acknowledges Miss Hamilton's resignation, asks that accounts be reported and papers put in form for successor. ER-1, p. 245","A.L. Draft. Hopes Mrs. Greenough will return to America in time for next Grand Council.  Asks for recommendations for Vice Regent for New Hampshire. ER-1, p. 247","A.L.S. Draft. Mount Vernon. Hopes Mrs. Greenough will return to America in time for next Grand Council.  Asks for recommendations for Vice Regent for New Hampshire. ER-1, p. 249","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Van Antwerp just left Regent's bedside.  Mrs. Riggs entertained Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Comegys, and Mrs.  Tracy for dinner.  Wanted a private conversation with her.  Cannot go to Philadelphia, too much work to do, very bad news about home conditions, mother about to \"break up her home.\" Wants Mrs. Van Antwerp to go with her to meet Mrs. Comegys. ER-17, p. 143","A.L.S. Washington. Asks whether Miss Cunningham wishes him \"to suppress entirely the printing of your address.\" ER-22, p. 221","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Desires to know whether they still have the electrotype plates used for the printing of the Mount Vernon Record, and if so are they accessible to the Association. ER-16, p. 140","A.L. Draft. Brief description of the duties of a Vice Regent. Would she be interested in serving as the new representative of New York. ER-11, p. 144","A.L. Draft in writing of Mary McMakin. Necessary to increase income for maintenance of Mount Vernon.  Old plan of raising funds no longer efficient.  As wife of New York banker, asks her aid in making wealthy people interested in an endowment fund.  Cites E. Everett's efforts in North and Mr. Yancey's in South, also minor efforts. ER-11, p. 143","A.L. Draft. Regrets she could not accept appointment as Vice Regent, but Miss Cunningham has now asked Mrs. Brooks of New York instead.  ER-11, p. 145","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Recalls the assistance he rendered and asks for counsel re reaching the wealthy.  Has assumed her duties after long absence during War.  Revenues at Mount Vernon are insufficient.  Difficult to find successor Vice Regent for Hamilton of New York. ER-11, p. 141","A.L.S. St. Paul. In regards to a letter by Mary McMakin to Mrs. Sibley asking for news of the Vice Regent and work in Minnesota. There had been no answer to previous letters. Mrs. Sibley wishes me to say that such letters as she has rec'd she has answered, that she has had very few letters from the Regent and other officers since 1860, no proceedings. ER-11, p. 236","Extract. Deposited July entrance money with Mr. Riggs ($576.00): Total deposits since May are $2,356.62.  Excludes % owed to MVLA by the boat company.","A.L. Deposited July entrance money with Mr. Riggs ($576.00): Total deposits since May are $2,356.62.  Excludes % owed to MVLA by the boat company. ER-1, p. 235","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Severe weather since Regent left.  Cannot answer Mrs. Pellet's inquiry re amendment to Charter.  Regent stopped in Richmond to explain this to Mrs. Pellet and Mr. Mayers; comments on various ideas re the amendment.  Agrees with Mrs. Pellet that interest in Mount Vernon is not keen now, hard for Regent to grasp this. ER-15, p. 199","A.L.S. Richmond. Wants to know what Regent wanted Virginia Legislature to do.  Asks information re railroad.  Regent seeks legislation to prevent any construction on or near Mount Vernon that will detract from Association's plans.  Regent conferred also with Mr. Myers.  Hopes for endowment and that money will be raised through northern Vice Regents. ER-15, p. 221","A.L.S. Richmond. Richmond cut off by severe snow and ice; provisions costly.  Writes at length re possible prices for Miss Cunningham's plantation produce, also markets for them and methods of payment. ER-16, p. 279","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding planting and prices of corn for her plantation. ER-16, p. 280","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hopes she has been able to make satisfactory arragements for servants--saw extract of her report in Alexandria paper--Mrs. Pellet in a maze about railroad business, charging fares--Mrs. Mitchell thinks Congress will be in a better mood next winter to have Mount Vernon claim brought before it. ER-15, p. 197","A.L.S. Richmond. Bushels of corn sent to her. Market price, selling, etc. of corn. ER-16, p. 281","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her last few letters about corn planting, prices, etc. ER-16, p. 282","A.L.S. Richmond. Her letters are not always certain to reach the Regent. Sent bushels of corn to Columbia for her plantation along with the bill to be paid. She may get corn cheaper in February. Her whole aim has been to help Miss Cunningham with the corn business. She shouldn't trust business men who \"in many matters look out for no one.\" ER-16, p. 283","A.L.S. Richmond. Re corn prices, markets, etc.  Refers to railroad proposed to Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 284","A.L.S. Richmond. Explanation of the bill sent for corn and freight. She now has explained all she knows about the corn business. Brief discussion of the cotton market. Says there is going to be a financial crisis coming in the North but won't hurt the South as much. Discusses the slaves still working for Cunningham and their current situation. ER-16, p. 300","A.L.S. Richmond. Regent wishes to have an amendment to the MVLA Charter at present session of VA Legislature; wants protection against construction of any railroad within 10 miles of Mount Vernon property; also to require conformity to regulations enacted by Association in reference to Mount Vernon.  Asks for an interview. ER-16, p. 292","A.L.S. Richmond. More information on the corn market and business. Knows a lady who could be a companion to Miss Cunningham and help take care of her - not as a servant but as a friend and equal. ER-16, p. 285","A.L.S. Rosemont. Mrs. Mitchell's not apprehending mischief done by publishing.  \"Unlucky Richmond article now in N.Y. papers.\"  \"Expenses\" omitted from Report due to pressure on the secretary's time and not Mrs. Riggs' fault.  Hears Mr. Peabody will give a million to Southern education.  Proposition of model for rebuilding approved. ER-1, p. 251","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding a lost letter, corn shipments, and political problems.  Judge Crump, Mr. Myers, and others have conference on Amendment; Judge Crump will introduce it into the legislature if time is at all favorable.  Copy given of memo Miss Cunningham left to Mrs. Pellet re amendment to Charter, correspondence between Mrs. Pellet and Miss Tracy re same.  Mrs. Pellet to see Judges Crump and Ould and report to Regent. ER-16, p. 301","A.L.S. Richmond. Looks after Regent's interest at Corn Exchange; reports Judge Crump's comments on political situation.  He will bring up Mount Vernon business in VA legislature at first chance of success.  Mr. Ritchie living at Brandon with sister, Mrs. Ritchie in London.  Mr. Ritchie saw Sarah Tracy at Mount Vernon last winter. ER-16, p. 293","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Extreme weather, heavy rain, no boat service or mail in over a week.  Roads impassible, supplies low, letters rec'd from Vice Regents.  Month's receipts small, will dismiss gardener.  Have large number of cuttings and plants although Greenhouse is inadequate and weather bad; many plants kept in Mansion.  Damage done by storm at the estate.  Mentions salary increase. ER-15, p. 201","A.L.S. Richmond. Re corn shipments, prices, etc. for her plantation. ER-16, p. 286","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation affairs, corn markets, and budgeting her money.  Saw Judge Crump, will get \"Mount Vernon matter through\"; Legislature adjourned to Apr. 10  (Probably re amendment prohibiting building of railroad near Mount Vernon). ER-16, p. 287","A.L.S. Rosemont. Asks why Miss Tracy has not written.  Regrets Mr. Peabody is to sail May 1 without seeing Mount Vernon.  Asks about affairs at the estate, visitors, and the Vice Regent for NH; has received letter from Miss Hamilton.  ER-1, p. 253","A.L.S. Richmond. In regards to her plantation, the corn market and business, and political affairs. ER-16, p. 289","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation, transportation of corn, prices, economic conditions in Virginia. ER-16, p. 291","A.L.S. Washington. Asks permission for an exclusive party of the Baptist Missionary Society to land for an hour at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 141","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding her plantation and corn business. ER-16, p. 289","A.L.S. Richmond. Regarding plantation and corn business. Difficulties in sending money, Regent's overseer. Bazaar a success. ER-16, p. 290","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sympathizes with her sorrows--hopes conservative councils will soon prevail in Washington--hears better accounts from Mount Vernon--Mount Vernon Record shown to Mr. Peabody--trying to get support of Masons without public appeal.","A.L.S. Richmond. Re shipment of corn for Regent's plantation. ER-16, p. 291","A.L.S. Richmond. Re shipments of corn, raising cotton, and financial crisis in North. Information on hair tonics to regrow hair, and how dyes effect hair growth. ER-16, p. 294","A.L.S. Quarter Masters Office, Lincoln Depot, Washington, D.C.  Regarding ambulance sold and payment for the same. ER-16, p. 142","A.L.S. Rosemont. Send Mrs. Ritchie information; Mrs. Brooks appointed Vice Regent for New York, to be sent credentials, Records, Constitution, etc.  Mrs. Hibbard appointed in Maine.  Further aid needed from bishops of Ohio and Connecticut.  \"Keep jewelry\" for her until safe means of transportation found. ER-1, p. 259","A.L.S. Quartermaster's Office, Washington, D.C. Sends duplicate blank receipts for ambulance sold and delivered for $34.  Asks for payment. ER-16, p. 143","A.L.S. Introduces a friend--\"let her rest in your little room at Mt. Vernon\"-- (Envelope addressed \"Miss A.P. Cunningham or E. W. Tiffey, Mt. Vernon, introducing Miss Hallett of New York\" and on the back, \"Miss Hallett regrets not seeing Miss Cunningham - but hopes to have that pleasure in Washington - at 1531 14th St., bet. P. \u0026 Q. Sts.\"","A.L.S. Middletown, Connecticut. Suggests Mrs. Mary Fitch Winslow of Westport as Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-15, p. 267","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent settles her plantation affairs better than was feared.  Health problems.  Tries hard to make Mount Vernon pay its own expenses; garden needs are paid from bouquet money; deposits from photographs. News from Bishop Williams. Not so many visitors as formerly. ER-15, p. 205","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Her letter provided great relief but the association is going through a trying time. Must be for the whole Union, not a part of it.  Has published part of a letter from Miss Tracy. Discusses the attacks on the MVLA by Mr. Fourney.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding Council in October, fears for a quorum, so many in Europe.  Have more than met expenses since last Council, makes over 800 bouquets which paid for garden needs, nearly enough for new zinc roof on Tomb.  Mention Miss Harper and Mrs. Morse; Mrs. Murat's death. ER-15, p. 207","A.L. Rosemont. Appointment of Mrs. Winslow from Connecticut. Vice Regents need to lobby for bill for $7000 damages from U.S. Government.  Gives names of 8 Vice Regents who will be at Council if held late in year - and will help lobby Congress.  Orders coal and sugar be purchased for Mount Vernon.  Order to New Hampshire to send $600 fund to Mrs. Riggs. ER-1, p. 261","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letters received from Mrs. Morse, Mrs. Winslow, and Mrs. Farnsworth.  Sends Regent \"list of crops..bouquets, photoraphs…to Oct. 1\", has not received boat returns but gives land entrance fees.  Re Regent's bed at Mount Vernon, four beds belonging to Mr. Herbert, return of three mattresses to Mount Vernon.  Also sent John A. Washington's bed to his children.  Godey sent $150. ER-15, p. 209","A.L.S. Rosemont. Complains of Vice Regents delays in answering letters.  Plans Report for Grand Council; comments on crops raised, sales on bouquets and photographs, secretary's salary, and table expenses. Increase in Mr. Herbert's salary over 1859 estimate, wharfage, entrance fees, payment of loan to Mr. Riggs. Discusses cost of laborers and house servants.  Determination to keep Mount Vernon.  Plans for money to come from California. Thinks visitors will be fewer.  Plans to call Grand Council at time of Congress so Vice Regents can lobby for Congressional appropriation.  Excursion planned on river for Vice Regents and guests.  Drafts letter to the Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-1, p. 263","A.L.S. Rosemont. Annoyance of delayed and lost mail.  Needs the date of next meeting of Congress before calling Grand Council.  Emphasizes need for $7000 Congressional appropriation and comments on excursion planned.  Difficulties in securing Vice Regents.  Suggests Mrs. Blanding, Vice Regent for California try for larger individual gifts in her state.  Comments on another loan from Mr. Riggs.  Suggestions for circular and letters to Vice Regents. ER-1, p. 265","A.L.S. Rosemont. Alarm at continued delay and loss of mail.  Decides to call Council meeting after Congress is in session.  Expands plans to have Vice Regents have a pleasant time, and also lobby for $7000 damage claim.  Desirable to make permanent arrangements for annual meeting place.  Many vacancies, absences of \"ruined officers,\" will make attendance small. Enquires if there will be enough for a luncheon without borrowing from Mrs. Riggs.  Plans for her own travel. ER-1, p. 267","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Nathan accidently shoots his own left arm.  Writes Bishop Williams, mentions Mrs. Winslow's declining position of Vice Regent.  Keeps accounts for entrance fees but not wharfage.  Will send amounts Association voted for different purposes.  Superintendent says 15 acres in wheat impractical.  In 1859 Association agreed to pay Mr. Herbert $1200 as long a John A. Washington gave Association his board and horse, afterwards to be raised to $1500, but was never increased.  Miss Tracy declines to join \"excursion\"; G.W. Riggs advises against it and states reasons.  Plans for Regent's return and next Council. ER-15, p. 211","A.L.S. Rosemont. Has not received a letter from her for weeks, many letters lost.  Date set for Council is Nov. 28.  Association must come before public again.  Plans for having all Ladies at Willard Hotel and staying there herself.  Regrets delay in paying Mr.Herbert.  Asks advice about dressing her hair.  Plans to have her shopping done and her \"bed\" in readiness. ER-1, p. 269","A.L.S. Concern for her clothes for Council.  Thanksgiving Day interferes with Council date. ER-1, p. 273","A.L.S. Augusta. Will attempt to aid MVLA in their claim to Congress.  Advises it be included in the General Appropriation Bill and not a stand alone bill. ER-19, p. 99","A.L.S. St. Louis. Death in the family prevents Mrs. Hunt from attending Council meeting--did not receive account of last annual meeting of the Vice Regents. ER-5, p. 273","A.L. in writing of Sarah Tracy. Notice to attend Council. RM-452, ER-3468","A.L.S. Washington. Submitted her letter to the Board of Trustees who authorized him to state the company wishes a new arrangement with the MVLA. Cites difficulties in being fair to both parties, suggests a monthly rate of pay based on summer and winter travel over a number of years. Asks MVLA to make them a proposition on which they will act promptly. ER-4, p. 118","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt will attend next Council meeting on Dec. 2 and she will accompany Mrs. Hunt to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 273","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Asks Mrs. Judd to represent her at MVLA Council meeting since she cannot attend.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Feels it is a bad time to petition Congress for assistance.  Better to wait until after elections of 1868.  Notes Mrs. Judd is to represent her at the MVLA meeting.  Little hope of getting funds in Wisconsin.","A.L.S. Cambridge. Presents her resignation for the second time.  Returned home after 9 years in Europe; she must give her attention to personal affairs. ER-12, p. 161","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Was glad to hear she made it to Mount Vernon. Sorry to hear of her troubles with \"Miss T.\" Updates her on family matters and discusses her traveling and packing.","A.L.S. Washington. Paid Mr. Herbert $150 and because there is no more of the Association's money left in his care, he desires to resign his position as Treasurer as soon as she will permit him. ER-22, p. 223","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Forwards on a bill she knows Miss Cunningham will be looking for and discusses payment of the bill.","A.L. draft. Difficulties arising from having no secretary for writing the Council Minutes as Miss Tracy is resigning. She exceeded her authority and sent to printer without Regent's approval; errors cited, questions of constitutionality of action, etc. Vice Regent of Michigan suggests the Regent live at Mount Vernon.  No formal resignation of the secretary acted on. ER-11, p. 149","A.L. fragment. Plans to collect and classify material for history of Mount Vernon; her letters to secretaries, to friends working in the cause; letters to the Regent. ER-2, p. 3","A.L.S. Does not understand his reasons for asking to resign his position, asks if it is due to something she has done. Would like to have an explanation of his reasoning. Says they have always had a nice working relationship. ER-2, p. 7","A.L. three copies of letter. Accepts the resignation of Mrs. Riggs as Vice Regent and is sorry for her illness. She cannot accept his resignation as Treasurer alone as Regent - according to the MVLA Constitution she needs authorization of Council. Will seek legal advice to see if she can act alone. Says despite recent troubles she is thankful for his service as Treasurer for all the past years. ER-2, p. 5; ER-11, p. 150-153","A.L. draft. Lengthy account of Miss Tracy's service to Mount Vernon, with discovery on December 3  of her changed attitude, surprise at her conduct in Council; quotes from Miss Tracy's letters. Miss Tracy wished to resign but remained one year longer.  Regent insists all must adhere to Constitution now war crisis is ended.  Miss Tracy's misrepresentations. ER-11, p. 149","A.L.S. Washington. Notified of her desire to write the history of the MVLA.  He will return letters concerned with the MVLA to her as soon as he is able to get them from his other papers.  He can no longer act as Treasurer  and requests that he soon be replaced.","A.L.S. Washington. Apologies for not resigning at time of Grand Council meeting and for inconveniencing the Ladies.  Resigns because \"action of last meeting of the Grand Council has grieved [him]\".  Prefers not to be connected with new management of Mount Vernon. ER-22, p. 227","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Confidential. Great financial crisis, on Dec. 3 only $107 in treasury.  Revenue from visitors, wharfage, sale of photographs.  Investments hard to sell.  Riggs' unsought report to Council and misunderstanding; Regent cancels debt to him, he resigns.  Owes Mr. Herbert $1500, Sec. Tracy $200, Council's budget impractical with no funds.  Regent decides to retrench drastically awaiting spring boat service.  Loans made by Mr. Herbert and G.W. Riggs. ER-11, p. 151","A.L.S. Washington. Sends copy of resolutions passed at last meeting of Council. Miss Cunningham thinks them incorrect, but Mr. Riggs \u0026 Mrs. Farnworth declare them to be correct. This is her last official act, for she has left Mount Vernon--thinks Miss Cunningham's feelings against her are because she refused to be a private secretary and was secretary to the Association. Miss Cunningham took everyone by surprise at the meeting by reading a paper showing determination to get rid of her. The Ladies tried to compromise with her, but when she threatened to resign, Miss Tracy felt she had to resign. Mrs. Riggs and Mr. Riggs both resigned as a result of Miss Cunningham's action and she is living at their house now. ER-15, p. 203","A.L.S. St. Louis. Surprised at course Mrs. Morse has followed in relations with Miss Cunningham. Difference of opinion between APC and Miss Tracy--much improvement at Mount Vernon since APC took over from Miss Tracy--new efforts for Mount Vernon in Missouri. ER-5, p. 275","A.L.S. Washington. Asks for a \"memorial in regard to the Mount Vernon matter,\" to refer to Committee as basis for appropriation. ER-19, p. 101","A.L.S. Washington. Disappointed the MVLA will bring the claim before Congress at this time, but he will support it as best he can.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Leaves for the South. Encloses letter from Senator Howe (see under Feb. 14, 1868) and believes their prospects don't look good this session.","A.L.S. St. Paul. Had planned to resign due to ill health but changed her mind.  Appointing Lady Managers in her state. Does not expect great success in so sparsely a settled state as Minnesota. Wishes the MVLA well in their enterprise. ER-11, p. 233","A.L.S. Cambridge. Sees but one solution to Mount Vernon's problems, and thinks they should offer it to Government. ER-12, p. 161","A.L.S. Richmond. She had heard of Mr. Riggs' resignation but did not know \"it had anything to do with Miss Tracy.\"  Suggests a companion, a widow of much ability as seamstress, to do housekeeping, etc.  Suggests planting cotton. Political matters. ER-16, p. 296","A.L.S. Opinion on procedure of accepting treasurer's resignation. ER-3, p. 291","A.L.S. Richmond. Saw Mr. Myers and encloses his written opinion.  Received Miss Marks' letter and Constitution. ER-16, p. 297","A.L. In writing of secretary, three copies of the letter. Mount Vernon. Replies again to his letter of resignation from December 30, 1867.  She has sought legal advice re Regent's power to accept resignation. Includes legal advice. ER-2, p. 11; ER-11, p. 152 and 158","A.L.S. Falmouth, Stafford County. Sent the will of General Washington with the inscription \u0026 history of the sword.  My father had second choice of sword. Can't tell upon what occasion it was used. Do not think you will get more than $500 for it. You may sell the portrait at your leisure. W-85","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Offers her the Vice Regency of New Jersey to fill vacancy caused by death of Miss Ogden. ER-22, p. 188","A.L. copy. Accepts honor of \"being permitted to assist in preserving home of Washington.\" ER-11, p. 152","A.L.S. Richmond. Received Regent's April letter written in part by Mrs. Marks.  Sends copies of Constitution requested; some first editions printed and left in Richmond; the new edition with amendment taken by Regent.  No contracts left.  Congratulations on securing a new Treasurer.  Hopes for endowment.  In 1866, Mrs. Pellet urged Regent to enlist help of certain wealthy men (named), which may be done now with Jay Cooke's affiliation.  Speaks of Miss Tracy and an efficient woman who might live with Regent. ER-16, p. 297","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. \"Burn this.\" Also includes handwritten extract of the letter. Much of the letter has been crossed out. Miss Mrs. Comegys greatly and wishes she could visit. Daily boat a success and boat receipts have increased despite bad weather. They are short two servants, have only one woman to wash, attend house and dairy.  Mrs. Morse is at Mount Vernon.  Receipts for month are $486.56 against $302 last year, sales increased, made $75 on photographs, $44 for flowers. Compares her sales with Miss Tracy's.  Visitors are destructive; officers sent five soldiers from neighboring fort to protect property, each paid 25 cents per day.  Mentions Appeal to rich for an endowment.  The fort's band plays twice a week.  Reports continued personal losses. ER-17, p. 145","A.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. She is representing the MVLA in their claim to Congress for loss by discontinuance of boat for 2 years and 9 months during War; gives basis for the amount they are asking for. Congress clogged with impeachment proceedings.  Mount Vernon needs gift of modern agricultural implements.  Mr. Herbert finds labor desired scarce.  Visitors increasing, average 40 per day, yielding 40 cents each. ER-11, p. 128","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Suggests course to follow in Devereux case--must have book for debt \u0026 credit open to public, then Mrs. Morse and Miss Tracy cannot hurt them. She should have a secretary of the Association to attend all meetings, live at Mount Vernon or in Alexandria. Thinks Miss Tracy is the author of vindictive letter.","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. ount Vernon. Received her list of subscribers.  Mount Vernon Records were packed away in 1860, but will try to locate number she wishes.  Hopes to make her personal acquaintance soon. ER-11, p. 189","A.L.S. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Gives permission to use engravings in his book.  Suggests process of reproduction to be used.  Regrets Association finances are lowbut is sure cause will succeed and pledges his own efforts. ER-3, p. 291","A.L.S. On board the Arrow in between Washington and Mount Vernon. Asks Mr. Halsted to accompany Congressmen on \"complimentary excursion\" to Mount Vernon for sunset and return by moonlight.  Bill presented Monday.  Need Masonic influence.  Describes Mount Vernon transportation.  Regent asks Mrs. Morse to stay at Mount Vernon during her absence. ER-14, p. 53","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Mount Vernon. Asks for \"Appeal to the Rich\" and each Vice Regent to individually address those in her state included as \"rich\" in \"Notice of Income Tax\" and others likely to donate to endowment fund. ER-11, p. 191","A.L.S. In writing of her secretary. Mount Vernon. Commends her zeal and leaves methods of collecting funds in New Jersey to her judgment.  Masonic and Union League suggestions good.  Looks for mower.  Twenty acres in cultivation, twelve in clover, remainder in garden, etc. ER-11, p. 193","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Morse told Mr. Dykes her MVLA business called her to Delaware and possibly to N.Y.  Mr. Herbert received word from Mr. Taylor that Richard Washington was in Alexandria, invited him to Mount Vernon, but storm prevented him coming.  Washington heirs ready to act, questions a need \"for publication of citation by Association.\"  Asks Judge Comegys' opinion.  Mrs. Morse opposed to Regent's action; if she leaves, Regent will go to Washington. Mrs. Halsted working hard.  Has received supply of Appeals to the rich from Mr. Morse.  Chinese embassy visited Mount Vernon.  Extract of letter included. ER-17, p. 147","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sorry she has not had time to write but has been very busy taking care of her mother. She cannot find the color of cloth Miss Cunningham asked for anywhere in the stores. Regrets she cannot write to her mother, Mrs. Cunningham, and sorry she is having a difficult time. Received a letter from her brother John asking for help. Wishes Miss Cunningham would clarify their situation if help is really needed for her family.","Copy. Briefly reviews Charter and bills presented to the Virginia State Legislature for purchase of Mount Vernon. Mr. Corcoran's refusal and final consent. Mrs. Ritchie's and Regent's continued efforts. Now asks for Mr. Comegys' legal opinion re effects on present Charter. ER-2, p. 13-14","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received gift of Leighton's writings.  Mrs. Morse leaves Washington and Regent goes to Washington to save \"claim\" Bill.  Gets it passed by Senate.  Hon. Reverdy Johnson introduces it in House.  Returns for hearing Thursday.  Does not have not all the items new Vice Regents should receive.  Shall call a Council - voting can be done by proxy. ER-11, p. 165","A.L.S. Receipt for $200 received from Miss Marks on behalf of Regent MVLA for salary as secretary. ER-16, p. 144","A.L.S. Washington.  Recounts her efforts at Congress to put forward the bill to reimburse Mount Vernon. Mrs. Phelps escorts Regent to Senate, reports at length difficulties met, help of Senators Howe, Davis, etc.  Senator Sumner assures Regent of his interest and promises her aid. ER-17, p. 149","A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Personal appeal for the endowment fund; explains why maintenance fund is needed.  Have just begun to appeal to \"the rich\". ER-11, p. 190","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. A personal appeal to the \"rich\", stating briefly how funds have been used, and present lack by about $2000 per annum of needed funds. ER-2, p. 17","A.L.S. Washington. Expresses his gratification on passing of Bill and best wishes for Association. ER-3, p. 293","A.L.S. Washington. Bottom of last page appears to have been cut off at bottom. Invites her to Mount Vernon before Council.  Regent saves claim bill.  Pressure of years prior to war.  Arranging official accounts and papers for archives.  Treasurer Riggs resignation.  Miss Tracy outstayed her useful services.  Association became fragmentary during War.  Describes help of Mr. Blaine, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Sumner and Mr. Johnson with Bill of Claims. Finally Regent presents Claims to senators, new BIll written, bitter opposition. ER-2, p. 19","A.L.S. Dover. Indignant at misrepresentations made re Mount Vernon and the Association's management when Bill for Claims against the U.S. Government was introduced into legislature. She will write a full and clear statement of history of Association's procedure from raising of funds through purchase, obtaining charter, meeting questions of raising funds for necessary repairs, restoration and maintenance. The struggles of the Regent, Vice Regents, officers and employees to maintain and protect Mount Vernon during the Civil War.  The financial losses from sacrificing investments to meet expenses and from revenue from Mount Vernon boat when Government confiscated it. The claim for $7000 much less than Association's actual loss.  States present status of management; Mr. Herbert in charge, Regent giving personal management.  No debts, proprietors of Willard's Hotel running a boat daily whose fees plus sales of objects at Mount Vernon with produce from cultivated land, etc., furnish operating expenses. ER-17, p. 150","A.L. Incomplete draft. Re excursion that clerks in Quarter Master's departmnet wish to make to Mount Vernon during hours it is not on exhibition. ER-4, p. 116","A.L.S. Washington. Private. Bill passed Senate almost without dissent due to Reverdy Johnson.  Explains how money for claim was placed under Commissioner of Public Buildings ($1000), Gen. Michler in charge, offers cooperation.  Mrs. Morse's behavior disconcerting. ER-11, p. 197","A.L.S. Newport. Discusses reception of the bill in Congress. No hope of getting anything from Wisconsin until after eastern states take initiative. West preoccupried with building railroads, etc., now. Governor Seymour's nomination for President.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Circulars haven't arrived. Mrs. Hunt will attend Council in late October. ER-5, p. 277","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Concerning Miss Cunningham's bill at La Pierre, weather at Cape May, etc.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Found a nice room for her for the winter at Girard St. No package arrived yet.","A.L.S. Newport. Will probably miss upcoming Council meeting as she intends to travel to Europe in October.","A.L.S. Newport. Regarding her husband's nomination for Congress. Cannot promise to meet with her at any definite time. Didn't check into Mr. Herbert's affairs at Mount Vernon and just assumed everything was fine. Governor Seymour nominated for President. If she goes to Washington she will do what she can for the cause.","A.L.S. Cape Island, Cape May. Directions for distributing appeals only to the rich. Do not print in newspapers. ER-2, p. 21","A.L.S. Alexandria. Wishes Regent's signature for bill in Chancery to be filed against late John Augustine Washington, heirs and executor. ER-3, p. 295","A.L.S. Alexandria. Sends Regent papers re suit which she is to sign before a notary in Philadelphia.  Survey of property will be attended to before deed is executed. ER-3, p. 297","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Desires a conference. The public is \"a most unreasonable Master to some, never just and seldom generous.\" ER-11, p. 199","A.L.S. Washington. Reports amount of money and bonds remaining in Mr. Everett's estate. As soon as this can be obtained, balance of bond due Mr. Washington's heirs should be paid. Burke \u0026 Herbert handling Mount Vernon payments. ER-22, p. 205","A.L. Draft. Re signing \"affadavit to Bill in Chancery\", to be filed on first Monday in October.  Asks to have papers sent to her. ER-2, p. 35","A.L.S. Alexandria. Receives papers in Mount Vernon suit and will have everything ready for final decree placing Mount Vernon property in hands of Association. ER-3, p. 297","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Is to \"receive\" a millionaire who will make the \"handsome\" gift needed to start large subscriptions.  Refers to Mount Vernon Records of May 1859.  Commends Mrs. Halsted's work. ER-2, p. 23","A.L.S. Alexandria. Details re execution of deed.  Miss Louise and Miss Jane Washington only parties of age to sign.  As delays may occur, Regent better not call Board together before Nov. 16. ER-3, p. 299","A.L. Comments of various Vice Regents and their activities.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 152","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 69","A.L.S. Alexandria. Asks for copy of existing survey, new survey not necessary. ER-3, p. 299","A.L.S. Gave Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Morse power to vote for her at coming meeting.  Not favorable to a lot of foreign laborers at Mount Vernon.  If MVLA can raise $3000, favors withdrawal of claim against the Government.  Wants to replace Superintendent with a woman.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Calls for Grand Council meeting on November 17 at Mount Vernon.  ER-11, p. 159","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham agrees with her sentiment of appealing not only to the rich for Mount Vernon's endowment, but she only printed a limited number of appeals for now.  ER-2, p. 25","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Unsafe condition in South prevents her return home.  Sent out call for Council meeting for Nov. 17; few Vice Regents expected, each asked to bring her own table silver.  Directions for coming by boat \"Arrow\".  Vice Regency of Massachusetts to be filled; Michigan has good start on endowment fund.  Difficulties in securing a secretary. ER-2, p. 27","A.L.S. Washington. \"cousin Nannie.\"  Grand Council called for Nov. 17. Vice Regents to stay a night at Mount Vernon.  Hopes she and Mr. Halsted will come also.  Thirty-five thousand dollars spent on repairs and restoration; no debts. Three thousand dollars on deposit; now need public's favor.  Question of Congressional \"redress.\"  Committee to be appointed on \"improvements and repairs\".  Mrs. Comegys has only missed one Council.  Seeks an appointment and needs her proxy. ER-14, p. 53","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Deplores election of Grant. Cannot get to Washington in time for meeting. Details of their meetings shouldn't reach the public. Boat will bring enough to sustain Mount Vernon \"I have my doubts about the colony (of foreigners).  I fear they will bring a care upon us - more than they are worth.\" Sees no need for a superintendent now.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Commends her zeal and acknowledges gift.  Wishes General Halsted to visit Mount Vernon.  Emphasizes fact - as Regent she adheres strictly to limits of her official position at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 29","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Shocked at actions of another Vice Regent \"Mrs.\" with no name given. Has chosen her proxy as Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Morse. A.P.C. must stay at Mount Vernon. Plans for imported labor, her plans in Europe, results of election.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt has requested Mrs. Morse to vote for her at meeting--copies of appeal have arrived. ER-5, p. 279","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Concerning gardener at Mount Vernon. U.S. Bureau of Agriculture offers aid.  Vice Regent of Rhode Island settles Miss Tracy's salary account.  Mrs. Halsted suggests Washington period furnishings for Mansion. Mr. Herbert leaves, owned half of Mansion furniture.  Lists needs, suggests Mrs. Morse buy in N.Y., perhaps at auction.  Vice Regent for Michigan and friends visit Mount Vernon.  Wrote Richard Washington re $20  due on deed.  Harness received.  Mrs. Eve at Mount Vernon.  Gardener should raise food for laborers, Mansion table and to feed stock.  J. Cooke's \"handsome contribution\".  Miss Tracy's disloyalty. ER-2, p. 31","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Delighted at result of meeting of Association. Sorry she couldn't be present. Thinks someone else younger would be better than she for the job. Thinks they did wrong thing in not paying Miss Tracy what she claimed her due. Miss Tracy had hard time during war and her conduct with Mr. Herbert is none of their business now that she has left Mount Vernon. Offers to pay Association some of what they owe Miss Tracy. Will be on lookout for laborers for Mount Vernon. Mr. Riggs could do harm to them if he desires. Disappointed in Mrs. Morse, no need for her to stay at Mount Vernon all the time if she can get a good secretary and a member of Mrs. Morse's family to stay there as a protector. A northerner would be better.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. In writing of secretary. Re lack of \"requisite stamp or stamps\" which makes deed invalid.  Sends him Deed to have properly executed.  Refers to opinion of distinguished lawyers. Association wishes a properly recorded and completed deed. ER-2, p. 35","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Commends her endowment activities. Gift of harness used for publicity.  List of \"needs\" and list of \"comforts\" for Mansion that Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Halsted will submit to N.Y. merchants.  New Jersey will furnish Lafayette room.  New roof first expenditure from claim bill fund.  Entertains Fort Washington's Commandant and wife.  Plans opening whole Mansion to visitors on Dec. 14.  Mrs. Eve will be there, and Gen. Thomas, and Marine Band, etc. ER-2, p. 37","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve ends visit to Mount Vernon. Acknowledges gift of harness. ER-2, p. 37","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Private. Regent may be forced to return home to save her property.  Wishes to settle gardener's appointment before leaving.  House opened Dec. 14 with ceremonies at Tomb. Publicity planned. Attic white-washed.  Plans an Appeal and for its circulation. ER-2, p. 39","A.L.S. Dobbs Ferry. ER-3, p. 303","A.L.S. Sends him a copy of her final report on the settlement with Miss Tracy.  Implies that Miss Tracy had been misusing funds during war years, as she made several unauthorized expenditures at her discretion.  Felt she must bring this to Mr. Riggs' attention. ER-13, p. 16","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Tries to stop scandals.  Neglect of her property in 1859-60 to help Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Berghmans answer charges against her.  Thinks Miss Tracy and Mrs. Morse started rumors.  Needs a gardener now and furniture for his house.  Goes over qualifications for new secretary.  Suggestion for Vice Regent of Connecticut. Mr. Herbert removes furniture, no beds, tables, dishes, etc.  Minutes written by Mrs. Marks to be corrected.  Attic white washed, plaster repaired. ER-2, p. 39","A.L.S. Nashville. Disturbed to hear of Miss Tracy's actions. The Vice Regents will no doubt stand behind Miss Cunningham. She knows a woman who would be a good replacement for Miss Tracy as secretary. ER-10, p. 261","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Carpenter repairs gardener's house.  Boat to be put up for 2 months.  The stove is a gift.  Christmas supplies from Alexandria.  Four thousand appeals franked; New Jersey appeal excellent.  Concern over attack on Association. Communication with Mrs. Chace and Mrs. Berghmans.  Write to R. Washington, guardian of minor heirs re affixing stamps to deed.  Dividend from railroad plus bank refund provides for current expenses until April.  Thanks Mrs. Halsted for a trunk and $10 (personal).  Suggests asking A.T. Stewart's store in New York for a gift for endowment.   Mrs. Perrin's qualifications favorable - must be able to stand the isolation of Mount Vernon and its discomforts. ER-2, p. 41","A.L. incomplete. Back page partially torn. Mount Vernon. Gardener arrives.  Advises farm labor should be white.  Asks advice re \"table\" for employees - to be presided over by gardener. ER-2, p. 41","Copy. Refutes Miss Briggs' charges in the press against Association as falsehoods. Letter docketed \"Mrs. Eve's answer to charges of Mrs. Briggs. 1868. Classified by order of Council of 1878, Com. Halsted and Chace.\" ER-5, p. 185","A.L.S. Sends report for Minutes.  Thinks Miss Tracy would have paid back money had she asked for it, but thought it unwise. ER-13, p. 20","A.L. Incomplete fragment. Has appointed Mrs. Halsted as Vice Regent for New Jersey. Sixty people arrived in government boat, landed without ceremony or pay.  Sent for Adminral and protested, he is however in favor of Mount Vernon's claim bill and offers help.  Mr. Sykes very indignant, and Regent hopes she has stopped any more excursions of this kind. ER-17, p. 153","Partial copy, incomplete. May 2 - Day passed quietly, read most of time.  May 4 - Number of visitors, one was present at visit of Putnam Guards in 1860, poem by Mrs. Sigourney read. ER-13, p. 19","Copy. Extracts of letters by Sarah Tracy describing the unhealthy environment at Mount Vernon, illnesses, and her desire to resign as secretary. ER-15, p. 167","Partial copy, incomplete. Explains current situation with Miss Tracy who is living at the Mansion for the time being although resigned from her duties. Afraid she was wrong about Miss Tracy who may have also been irresponsible with finances. Feels Mr. Riggs is upset with her over Miss Tracy's departure but doesn't really understand why. ER-16, p. 150","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is pleased to inform him that the Grand Council approved him for the position of Treasurer of the MVLA. Please respond if willing to accept the position. ER-2, p. 42","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Inquiries into the qualifications and recommendations of the new gardener who must also serve as superintendent for a time taking care of the grounds and Mansion, assisting visitors, etc.  Lawrence Washington visited Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 43","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding applicants for the gardener position. ER-2, p. 45","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Captain Stackpole and Mr. Herbert help to secure gardener.  Receives information on wages and servants' table. Local problems discussed.  Trouble with the Minutes taken by Miss Marks, they seem to be \"incorrect.\" Nathan's wages raised to $20 per month.  Gift of 2nd set of harness.  Stove and cooking utensils.  Thinks Vice Regents should acknowledge gifts in their states.  Encloses dimensions of library and Lafayette Room. ER-2, p. 47","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Col. Forney will publish a defense of the Association in the Washington Chronicle Sunday - suggest Newark papers reprint, secure copies for distribution.  Considering Mr. Tirewright's application for gardener.  Household furnishings need to be replaced. Mr. Herbert's items now being removed.  Cites Mount Vernon's first donation - aims for $75,000 endowment.  Receives harness from anonymous donor. ER-2, p. 49","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sick over publication of \"private letter\" to Mrs. Berghmans and Col. Forney's article. A Scottish gardener, James Craig, will arrive soon, came with fine recommendations. He is 33 and unmarried.  Miss Tracy's management reduced \"funds.\" ER-2, p. 51","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Written for the Regent. Regent's deep regret that a hastily written note to a friendly Vice Regent marked \"private\" should have been published - for it throws her in wrong light to public. ER-2, p. 53","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Written for the Regent. Nathan counts number of stairs incorrectly. ER-2, p. 53","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding discrepancy in charges for freight.  Says her \"heart is set\" on having Mrs. Perrin for secretary. ER-2, p. 55","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lost mirror found.  Clock ticking in Washington's library.  Reports many items received:  oilcloth, mirror, window shades, stair carpet.  Mr. Craig starts work Feb. 1.  Favorable article in Sunday Herald.  Locality of stables to be improved.  Seeks cheaper merchandise prices in New York or Newark.  Profits Sept-Nov $11.25.  Visitors, 25-45 daily, wish to meet Regent.  Annual receipts $160, 15 times more than last year.  Gates and fences to be mended.  Mr. Sykes helps.  Ambulance duty.  Claim for Mount Vernon now in House.  Mrs. Morse's disloyalty, Vice Regent of Maine replies; Mrs. Chace's defense superior to Col. Forney's. Freight charges on boat, receipt of long list of furnishings.  Parlor mirror needed. ER-2, p. 57","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Gardener Mr. Craig gives list of seeds to be bought.  He obtains plants from public grounds and greenhouses.  President's gardener comes to Mount Vernon.  New Jersey raises as much as $25 per donation for the endowment fund. ER-2, p. 59","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent in Washington, 10 days working for Claim.  Mrs. Farnsworth and General Butler give aid.  Sectional feeling still strong.  Mr. Craig has improved Mount Vernon.  100 visitors on Feb. 22.  Miss Marks' ancestral home is burned and family decides to go elsewhere. ER-2, p. 63","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding Mrs. Halsted's serious illness.  Guests with letter of introduction.  Grateful for suggestion on Hon. Horace Capron, will act on it. ER-2, p. 61","A.L.S. Comments on Mrs. Halsted's illness, says to make sure she takes better care of herself.  Recounts her own activities.  Says Regent plans to go to Washington to see Claim through.  Destruction of relics since Mr. Herbert's departure.  Refers to attack on MVLA by New York Observer. ER-8, p. 85","A.L.S. Richmond. Received Regent's letter with account of Grand Council and other Mount Vernon affairs.  Informed Mr. Myers and Mr. Macfarland of request re Farmer's Bank Stock which latter thinks worthless.  Re property values and changes in Richmond, cotton crop, carpet-bag rule in Virginia, negro suffrage, etc. ER-16, p. 297","A.L.S. Washington. Mr. Phelps enthusiastic for Mount Vernon's claim. Senators Sumner and others give aid.  Craig receives seeds and plants from Washington - strawberries, grapes. ER-2, p. 65","A.L.S. Nashville. Suggests Dr. and Mrs. Marks and daughter stay at Mount Vernon. Table furnished from monthly allowance while Regent is South.  The Marks' house destroyed by fire and no insurance. ER-8, p. 83","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Orders a cart and horse paid for from $7000 \"claim\" paid to the Association by U.S. Govt.  Is alone at Mount Vernon - Marks family has left. ER-2, p. 67","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. It is raining - only 3 passengers onthe  boat.  Perplexities about servants and secretaries.  1900 visitors since Mar. 1 (\"our most prosperous month\") - evening trips, excursions.  Paint from library floor is off, Mr. Young \"does ambulance gratuitously\".  Sarah the housemaid is ill. ER-2, p. 69","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explains departure of the Marks family; still without a secretary.  Mr. Capron has sent new and rare seeds - for \"experimental use.\"  Re $7000 \"claim\" passed  by U.S. Congress. ER-2, p. 71","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hopes for a visit from General and Mrs. Halsted.  Reminds her Mr. Herbert owned at least half of things in Mansion. ER-2, p. 73","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Urges General and Mrs. Halsted to visit Mount Vernon.  Acknowledges vegetable seeds.  Will rebuild one of the \"burned\" greenhouses, secure grape vines.  Visitors back to old ratio.  Potato crop failure for 2 years - welcome new kind sent. ER-2, p. 75","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Assumes Mrs. Halsted, like herself, will attempt anything for Mount Vernon.  General Michler favors thorough investigation of all repairs needed.  Will build Greenhouse as they have so much brick to be size of Washington's that burned.  Will cultivate fruits and flowers for sale.  Miss Finney will stay with her and act as secretary until she finds a new permanent one. ER-2. p. 77","A.L.S. L.J. Prime of the New York Observer Office declares he wishes Mount Vernon to be preserved, but while Miss Cunningham's zeal and energy were successful in raising funds, she lacks practical business ability to carry on restoration and upkeep.  Pays high tribute to women who have worked in the cause. ER-8, p. 91","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Minutes finished by Miss Finney.  Nathan reports 2 Mount Vernon visitors corresponding with Mr. Taylor, Alexandria, re building site adjacent to Mount Vernon.  Regent plans to purchase this property immediately.  50 visitors today.  Worried over A.T. Stuart's merchandise bill. ER-2, p. 79","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Securing glass cases for a room to be a permanent museum.  Estimate to be secured for painting Banquet Room. Discusses heating Greenhouse by hot water and \"not smoke\".  New secretary is \"affectionate, gentle\" but \"too timid.\" ER-2, p. 81","A.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Cost of painting Banquet Room $105. Washington property next to Mount Vernon is to be sold. ER-2, p. 83","A.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Regarding Mrs. Tiffey's qualifications for a secretary.  Necessary to buy a plough.  Anticipates corresponding with Smithsonian Institution. ER-2, p. 85","A.L.S. Written for the Regent. Mount Vernon. Regarding Regent's nephew attending Princeton.  Mr. Craig understands rain gauge.  Enclosed measurements of Mansion from old papers which refer to some rooms by name.  57 visitors yesterday. ER-2, p. 87","A.L.S. Formal application letter to Miss Cunningham to become secretary.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Evergreens turned over to Superintendent of Lafayette Park. Saw in the paper that Congress made appropriation and architect to be sent out to Mount Vernon to decide on repairs--advises her to leave Mount Vernon before sickly season starts. ER-5, p. 281","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Approves of buying land adjacent to Mount Vernon.  Will advise with Regent and Mr. Herbert, and plan for purchase if Court decree renders purchase necessary. ER-8, p. 93","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. In reply to application for position as secretary.  Offers $400 per year, board and immediate employment.  Gives directions for taking Steamer Arrow, free passage; her cousin, Miss Finney, will remain for some time.  Notes on the page written by Vice Regent Susan Hudson of the Record Committee. ER-4, p. 35","A.L.S. Washington. Quotes letter of Mr. Forney to \"Register of the Treasury,\" recommending Miss Susan Finney as clerk. ER-5, p. 10","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regrets that Mrs. Halsted's father's illness prevents their conference on Mount Vernon problems.  Regent is daily expecting a competent secretary. ER-11, p. 201","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding land adjoining Mount Vernon, Court orders sold.  Freight charged on mattress, bedstead, parlor desk.  Prof. Henry gives water gauge, buys thermometer.  Vice Regent of New York says collections will resume after $7000 claim is spent.  Repairs - plastering on 2nd floor, Greenhouse walls leveled, gardener's house.  Two bedrooms, 2nd floor plastered, 3rd floor replastered (beams sound), colonnade tinned.  Mr. Forney reduces supply costs.  Banquet Hall cost about $105.  One \"Great Room\" mirror broken in removal, other misplaced. ER-2, p. 91","A.L.S. Hillside, near Newark. Benjamin Pike, optician, will send him a thermometer to go with rain gauge he is giving Mount Vernon. Gardener Craig will send Prof. Henry rainfall reports.  Regent will also send him a pass to Mount Vernon on steamer \"Arrow\".  General Michler has workman repairing Mansion.  Regent wishes to make West Parlour a Museum.  Would be pleased to have Patent Office's relics at Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 95","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Package of paper received. Donor's name missing.  Government workmen making repairs in Mansion, plastering.  Mrs. Tiffey has arrived. ER-2, p. 93","May 2 - Day passed quietly, read most of time.  May 4 - Number of visitors, one was present at visit of Putnam Guards in 1860, poem by Mrs. Sigourney read. ER-16, p. 148","A.L.S. Recieved tickets to Mount Vernon and will go to confer with Regent re Washington relics.  Change in commissioner of patents recently occurred.  Advises keeping question out of newspapers and Congress. ER-8, p. 97","Copy. Hillside, near Newark. Regarding glass cases no longer in use in Patent Office which may be transported to Mount Vernon on steamer \"Arrow\" without cost.  The Regent wants a museum at Mount Vernon of \"Souvenirs of Washington and Revolutionary worthies.\" ER-8, p. 99","Copy. Hillside, near Newark. Hopes the prof. and his wife will visit Mount Vernon soon, and that the Regent herself will make arrangements for Washington relics.  Thinks disagreeable part of Mansion repairs about ended. ER-8, p. 101","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Complimentary ticket sent to Professor Joseph Henry.  Mrs. Berghmann's report on Hiram Power's statue of E. Everett designed for MVLA.  Cost of painting Banquet Hall.  Slow returns on New Jersey Appeal.  Information on sale on Washington property adjoining Mount Vernon.  Mansion repair costs prevent painting. ER-2, p. 95","A.L.S. Washington. May have six or eight large sashes for Mount Vernon if General Michler will arrange for transportation. ER-8, p. 103","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Asks for 8 window sashes to be sent to Mount Vernon from the Patent Office per his approval. ER-8, p. 105","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Wrote to the Regent and General Michler at once re large sashes at Patent Office to be transported on the steamer \"Arrow\" to Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 107","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Professor Henry's advice on \"souvenirs.\" President visits Mount Vernon.  Training new secretary, Mrs. Tiffey.  Worried over return trip to South Carolina.  Gardener Craig has gotten married.  Asks for Association's bills.  Wallpaper described, 2nd floor room examined, several layers; Blue and Yellow Rooms, River Room and Lafayette Room.  Gifts of bedroom paper, mower.  Freight still charged to the Association. Bad weather reduces visitors. ER-2, p. 97","Copy. Corrects statement re furnishing a room for each original state.  Lafayette Room assigned to New Jersey - still needs much in furnishing - any article of antiquity in good order. Furniture and ornaments are gratefully received.  Repairs completed, restoration goes on.  Endowment needed.  Appeals sent out in New Jersey. ER-8, p. 108","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding garden and farm implements and Mansion repairs; General Michler's advice re heating asked; greenhouse walls.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Freight must be marked \"free\"in New York.  Mrs. Comegys strongly advises bidding in land for sale on the 10th.  By chance Regent learns through Alexandria advertisement, it is to be sold on the 10th. ER-2, p. 99","Copy. Second floor of Mansion under repair, only one room can be used. Plastering, papering, and painting \"are to be done.\"","Copy. Mr. R.B. Washington desires him to say that he will sell the 33 acres of land to the MVLA for $15,000, and he will do all in his power to have sale confirmed by Court, which deprives W.A. Taylor of control if private sale is held.  Any nuisance resulting should be referred to Virginia legislature, for an amendment to Charter. ER-8, p. 109","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler's advice re furnace and sashes; Buckeye Mower a success; Mr. Sykes, also Grace Greenwood and party call.  Discusses the land for sale and Mr. Washington's offer. Asks General Halsted to join Mr. Cooke at sale.  Miss Finney, Mrs. Tiffey's cousin, left today. ER-2, p. 101","Copy with transcript. Regarding the Rittenhouse land surveyor's compass owned by Washington which he wishes to sell.  Its value is now historic, not commercial.  Neither Patent Office nor Smithsonian has funds for such a purpose.  Doubts if it will bring $100.  The tripod is at Mount Vernon and compass belongs there. ER-8, p. 115","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent leaves Mount Vernon and Miss Arnold is at Mansion with the secretary. ER-16, p. 152","Copy. Miss Cunningham is on her way South to South Carolina.  Not anxious to remain alone at Mount Vernon with Miss Arnold.  Hopes someone will come soon.  Sale of flowers to visitors. ER-15, p. 154","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent left Mount Vernon on May 26, completely broken down, having set Mount Vernon accounts in order, \"fitting up her wardrobe\", worried about her private affairs, and approaching land sale near Mount Vernon.  Paper not yet arrived for walls.  Spiral staircase to cupola finished, greenhouse brick work nearly done; garden is \"handsome\", shrubs trimmed, annuals will soon blossom.  Sashes for Banquet Hall arrived.  General Michler at Mount Vernon today.  Tribune correspondent visits Mount Vernon.  English grass is driven out by coarse native grass. ER-15, p. 153","A.L.S. Kirkwood. Regarding the death of her husband--sympathises with her difficulties, especially with \"our Louisiana friend\"--news of her family's fortunes since the war--struggle to educate children. ER-14, p. 87","A.L.S. Greensboro. Mrs. Walker expected.  Mr. Comegys advises securing the 33 acres. Writes of problem to Vice Regents.  Terms of payments.  Mr. Cooke to purchase in his name with limit of $100 an acre  but announces to the public that the Association will not bid against speculators. ER-2, p. 103","Copy. Page labeled \"3.\" possibly third page in the letter, to a friend expressing her joy at being secretary of the MVLA.  Finds the \"job and atmosphere in every way congenial.\" ER-16, p. 155","A.L.S. Itemized list of money earned during sales in June and accompanying note. ER-16, p. 151","A.L.S. with partial transcript. Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon  affairs running smoothly.  Nathan keeps house in good order.  May sales above average.  Read the Regent's directions to gardener Craig. Delay in farm work because of hauling for others.  Plasterers will finish Mansion soon, have finished Craig's house and he moved in.  Rains stop the planting of potatoes.  Suggests extra laborer for planting and one for cleaning out vistas.  Trouble raising chickens.  Expects her daughter tomorrow.  Forwards Mrs. Sweat's letter.  Plasterer suggests tinning Library closets, will do best he can with large closet.  General Sherman and party from Navy at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 156","A.L. End of letter missing.  Mount Vernon. \"Elegant paper with gilt and green figures\" border and ceiling papers arrived.  Plasterers putting on last coats on the second floor.  Mr. Fornsby expected, wants to paint Mansion, one coat at least General  Sherman and party at Mount Vernon.  Plasterers start painting in Banqueting Hall tomorrow. ER-16, p. 159","A.L.S. Expects her youngest daughter tomorrow.  Sarah suffers a good deal.  Milk sold well.  Bill received for curtains. ER-16, p. 160","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses letter from E.A. McIntire of the office of the Secretary of War regarding a pary of Masons who would like to visit Mount Vernon. Mrs. Tiffey refers them to Mr. Sykes.  Wallpaper for one room arrived--elegant paper, deep buff with gilt and green figures, sent by Christie and Constance.  Mrs. Halsted says paper for New Jersey room will be sent and Turkey Red for curtains.  Ceiling paper received in white, border matches side walls.  Also received Mrs. Halsted's message to General Michler.  Mahogany cases from President's House to be sent here.  Plasterers have \"pointed\" Banquet Hall. ER-16, p. 161","Copy. Asks him to carry Mount Vernon goods free of charge from New York to Alexandria.  Lawshee Express Co. carries all goods free and will deliver New Jersey goods to your steamers. ER-8, p. 111","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Gardener Craig and wife \"settled\"now.  Crops look well, grass to be cut, West Ford helps Nathan cleaning garret; plasterer did not return to finish work.  Repeats a visitor's comment that Mount Vernon has not been kept in better repair.  Frank leaves, Sarah doing well; Daddy Jim sick several days. Mentions General Sherman's visit. ER-16, p. 163","A.L.S. Gardener Craig returns from sale, brings word from Mr. Sykes, bid on adjoining lots was $65 per acre. Mr. Taylor says no bid accepted under $200 per acre, 2 lots not sold.  Gibbs farm sold for $45 including buildings.  Land at south of Mount Vernon bought by Mr. Mowlin.  Fishery gave highest bid.  Private party offers $200 for 2 lots.  Sold strawberries, peas ripe.  Plasterers, bricklayers and carpenters at Mount Vernon next week. ER-16, p. 164","A.L.S. Re bill for Christie and Constance wall-paper and \"Turkey Red\" curtains from Paton and Co.  Wallpaper samples for Graves \u0026 Co. Captain Stackpole will see to it.  Asks if Janeway's wall-paper and bedstead are gifts. Discusses General Michler and bills for paint, oil, and glass.  General Michler sent Mount Vernon six large mahogany cases from President's House.  Hall will not be painted.  Thinks General Michler hopes to get more money for repairs. ER-16, p. 167","Copy press letter adhered to paper. Praises Miss Cunningham for her continuing efforts on behalf of the MVLA.  Much is illegible.","A.L.S. Captain Stackpole attended to packages. Mr. Fornsby's order for paints and reply as to who would pay bills.  Reports on beds and mattresses.  Sends measurements for parlor and Lafayette windows and door.  No frames for mosquito wire but Mrs. Fornsby will have them made. ER-16, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Attends faithfully to Mrs. Halsted's letters.  Wallpaper for hall and stairway, another pattern for lower hall and white ceiling received from Janeway, New York. Mrs. Halsted has high post bedstead for Washington's room, plaster in closet not finished.  \"The Buckey\" mower is in operation and planting finished; Frank has left, vistas opened. Mules work the mower (destroying snakes, frogs and chicken).  Mr. Sykes reports $55 per acre was the highest bid on land, fishing sold for $65.  Strawberry, cherries, and dairy sales reported.  Cost and methods of keeping ice at Mount Vernon given.  Boat ticket sales, May $532. ER-16, p. 170","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Kept amount of paper received from Janeway, light blue paper from Graves and Co. for New Jersey not received. Hall is wainscotted.  General Michler has sent 6 large mahogany cases.  Banquet Hall looks like a lumber room.  Regent mourns sale of Washington land.  Two lots Miss Cunningham wanted were not sold.  Christy and Constance paper a gift. ER-16, p. 171","Copy. Linganore, Frederick County, Maryland. Gives history of Washington's land compass which he bought as relic and placed on exhibition at Patent Office. Now asks Association to purchase it and to state what they will pay for it.  Book accompanies it by George Washington Parke Custis gives history of compass. ER-8, p. 115","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mahogany cases to be reported \"from Patent Office.\"  Woodwork for greenhouse made in Washington ER-16, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Woodwork for greenhouse came from Washington. Mr. Follansbee is here with new set of carpenters and plasterers.  Mrs. Halsted sent wallpaper, oilcloth for Banquet Hall as promised, wire window screens, mirrors for parlor, a Mayflower chair in which Washington sat, suit of clothes, Scotch crash for Dining Room.  Craig sold calf for $10. Wants to sell the cow also. Hired Tom Mitchell at $1 per day.  Lawn hay cured. Mrs. Tiffey's daughter helps with bouquets.  Lucy is feeble.  Suggestions for Lafayette Room paper and ceiling.  Dark East Parlor paper soiled.  Men with greenhouse pipe here. ER-16, p. 175","A.L.S. Washington. On company letterhead. Says that if he is notified of contributions for refurnishing Mansion, with description, measurements, etc.  he will decide each case separately with idea of aiding Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Building greenhouse.  Mr. Follansbee suggests sashes on each side window.  Six mahogany cases from Patent Office, placed in Banquet Hall.  Reports visitors interest in Mount Vernon.  Mr. Curriden of Pennsylvania asked if $30,000 would put estate in order, said Association ought to have endowment, had keen interest in 33 acres adjoining the estate which the Regent wishes to add to Mount Vernon.  Orphans visited.  Sales of photographs good, flowers less, magnolias sold for 50 cents.  Mr. and Mrs. Phelps of Baltimore called. ER-16, p. 177","Copies of three letters: Mrs. Tiffey to Anthony Kimmel, June 24, 1869; Anthony Kimmel to Mrs. Tiffey, June 19, 1869; Mrs. Tiffey to Nancy Halsted, July 16, 1869. In regards to relics being purchased by the MVLA, specifically the compass offered to them. Letter to Mrs. Halsted concerning freight costs. ER-8, p. 115","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. [Page has been trimmed] Mowing machine satisfactory.  General Michler's work on greenhouse. Condition of crops. ER-6, p. 1","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Most cheerfully complies with his request to furnish description of items. Massive bedstead from Mrs. Cooper of New Jersey, 2 packages wallpaper; six old style chairs, (Mayflower chairs included) box with Washington's suit of clothes and articles for home and farm. ER-8, p. 119","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Declines to contribute to Mount Vernon because the U.S. government recently appropriated $7000 for that institution. ER-8, p. 121","A.L.S Mount Vernon. Update on furnishings and repairs in the Mansion. ER-16, p. 179","A.L. Incomplete letter, perhaps a continuation of another letter. Mentions the harpsichord being moved to the parlor. Discusses General Sherman's visit and comments overheard. Mr. Craig has \"opened the front vista\" to everyone's excitement. W-16","Copy. Newark. He is under wrong impression regarding $7000 appropriated by Congress. Explains that General Michler is in charge of repairs from U.S. \"claim appropriation\" and only replaced plaster and timbers in Mansion.  All else done by private subscriptions with examples cited. Hopes he will reconsider donating oil cloth for use in Banquet Hall. ER-8, p. 121","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letter in two pieces. Wants Hall wallpapered, enough also for cupola entrance.  Sends Bell $30 for photographs.  Ice water necessary.  Reports briefly on sales, visitors, servants.  Two boats run 3 times per week.  Needs to clean from cupola to cellar after plasterers.  Nathan is patient, Craig does well. ER-16, p. 178","A.L.S. Rosemont. Delayed courts in South Carolina make it uncertain when Miss Cunningham's case will be called.  Hopes Miss Tiffey (now at Mount Vernon on trial basis) will prove a good manager.  Fears over purchase of 33 1/2 acres tract.  Acknowledges donations Mrs. Halsted has secured for Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 105","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Blue paper has not arrived. West Parlor is wainscotted, East Parlor painted like the Association's  Parlor, but ceiling is ugly and soiled. Suggests Christy \u0026 Constance paper for library, no questions about Hall paper.  General Michler expected soon, urges large room be painted at once.  Visitors wonder why things have not been finished.  Walls in Washington's bedroom are very white.  Quotes Regent's letter re papering without Council's authority, Mrs. Halsted's suggestion to have old styles manufactured from her samples.  Questions leaving walls white rather than using modern wallpaper. Might be plain colors as Washington refers to yellow, also blue rooms.  Wants a bed Washington has slept in for his bedroom.  Suggests ways of acquiring bed on which he died, and asking Generla Lee for it.  Regent anxious about acquiring adjacent land. ER-16, p. 180","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Made currant jelly.  Two hundred twenty-six boat tickets sold.  Sales for mills and flowers fair.  Reports inquiries of Mount Vernon visitors.  Freemen have been to vote.  Tim, Nathan, and Sarah ailing. ER-16, p. 179","Copy. Hillside near Newark. Understands he has a room in his house which remains as when occupied by Washington.  Explains MVLA's efforts to refurnish Mansion in period of George Washington and if possible with furniture he had used. ER-8, p. 125","Has located furniture dated to Washington's time. ER-8, p. 151","A.L.S. New York. Mrs. Halsted misunderstood his proposition, which is to fill orders for repair of Mount Vernon invoicing them at current rates and to return to you all over cost of goods. ER-8, p. 123","A.L.S. Rosemont. Great Room oil cloth received.  Freight was free.  Gifts of mirrors with ancient pattern and much paper.  Government repairs going slowly.  Wants Mansion in shape for Lord and Lady Adare.  Considers \"mosquito-screens.\"  Funds insufficient for Mansion repairs, building greenhouse and colonnades.  Portico roof must wait.  Boat receipts 1/2 last year due to weather.  Commends \"Halsted corn.\" ER-2, p. 107","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Three pounds of fertilizer donated no charge.  Thanked Mrs. Taylor, also Dewey \u0026 Son for gifts.  Regent postpones wallpapering until her return to Mount Vernon. Describes present condition of walls, declares Banquet Hall and East Parlor must be painted.  Suggests most desirable immediate improvements for walls.  Washington's bedchamber clean, but  needs curtains.  Striped paper for entrance not arrived yet.  Suggests panel paper and paint for library.  Cellar and colonnade not touched.  Government plans for greenhouse first and Mansion second.  Copies and sends Kimmel correspondence. ER-16, p. 181","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. This is her 13th letter to Regent, comments on irregularity of mails.  Farm affairs going well.  General Michler has not come re Mansion repairs, papering and painting.  Walls of Banquet Hall and East Parlor are mended.  New greenhouse going well.  Suit of clothes not arrived.  Mr. Herbert called, opposes spoiling beauty of Banquet Hall with exhibition cases.  Working on the well - water problem was acute.  Reports on preparations for winter, sale of bouquets, fewer visitors, entertainment of Lord Adare.  Mr. Herbert thinks Mr. Gibbs will be a good neighbor.  Dr. Howland purchased land below wharf and Georgetown purchaser took fishery, lots Regents wants not sold.  Gardener Craig's wife is pleasant and nice to have at the estate. Mrs. Halsted sent china pitcher, bedroom crockery.  Two mirrors owned by Van Rensselaer family expected, large one presented by Mrs. James A. Roosevelt, smaller one by Noel Laurel and Antoine of Belgium plate glass work. ER-16, p. 178","A.L.S. Alexandria. Replies to Miss Cunningham's inquiry re party who offered $200 per acre for 33 acres of Mount Vernon estate that he had no such offer nor had he heard from Mr. Washington since tract was withdrawn from public sale.  Thinks Mr. Washington may be negotiating and also that, in his opinion, the Association may purchase at that price, but not less. ER-4, p. 119","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expecting Regent soon.  Few visitors and intense heat.  Wrote Mr. Taylor confidentially. He has heard nothing from Mr. Washington since sale, 33 acres withdrawn from public sale. Thinks he is negotiating privately.  General Michler has not been here for 3 weeks. Carpenters putting up cases, 2 in each corner for relics. One might be put in West Parlor.  Craig wants to buy cow and calf for $75.  Nathan is feeling better. ER-16, p. 182","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wallpaper arrived, 24 rolls for $16 - broad stripe, dark green and buff.  General Michler promises to paint Banquet Hall, can't go beyond $7000.  Sashes are too large. Mahogany cases in Banquet Room.  One coat of paint for that room, East Parlor, Hall and doors. Suggests varnish.  If funds are left from greenhouse, there is more to be done.  No work on colonnades and cellar yet.  No date set for Regent's return.  Hopes to have free freight for Mount Vernon. Mr. Sykes is seriously ill. ER-16, p. 185","Copy. Hillside near Newark.Called to see about getting a carved gilt eagle suitable for top of antique mirror.  Told to furnish description of mirror and measurements which she encloses. Asks if it could be donated.  See also letter, August 6, 1869. ER-8, p. 127","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler declares \"large drawing room, East Parlor and Lafayette Room\" shall be painted. Will bring White House painters in 2 weeks, and some papering to be done.  One man needed to constantly trim and clean around fences and corners.  Dickey and Co. glass is here, now painting sashes for greenhouse.  Papering is awaiting Regent's return.  Entrance to Washington's bedroom not plastered, hoped to have it papered.  Lafayette Room not white. ER-16, p. 183","A.L.S. New York. She was mistaken that they offered the carved eagle for free. It will cost between $15 and $20 but they would be happy to begin work on it. ER-8, p. 129","A.L.S. Rosemont. Commends Mrs. Halsted's activities.  Reports collections from Mrs. Chace, Miss Harper, prospects from Mrs. Henry.  Funds sufficient to buy hose and coupling and to plant Mr. Corcoran's gift of trees.  Personal finances delayed Regent's return to Mount Vernon.  Declares she will never exceed the authority the Constitution gives her. ER-2, p. 109","A.L.S. Hillside near Newark. She understood the eagle was to be given for antique mirror. The frame is 150 years old and was given by Mrs. Van Rennsalaer, plate glass given by J.A. Roosevelt.  Restoration is being done by means of gifts only.ER-8, p. 133","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent returns to Mount Vernon today.  Painting of rooms progresses slowly.  House will soon be ready for Mrs. Halsted's relics and valuable gifts.  Refers to Mrs. Halsted's account of Washington's furnished room. ER-2, p. 111","A.L.S. New York. On her way home after 7 months in Europe. Inquires after Mount Vernon affairs.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. General Michler ordered two parlors and large drawing room painted - no funds for more.  Itemized estimate given for other painting is $70, Association is furnishing paint.  Mr. Halsted recommends finishing greenhouse first. ER-2, p. 113","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lafayette Room finished first, expects seven chairs and other treasures.  Inquired on wall decorations from Mrs. Mason and Mrs. Lewis.  Banquet Room was  papered by George Washington. Parlor was blue. Washington's bedroom not known. Discusses Association's plans, asks for sample panel paper.  Will use Mrs. Halsted's funds for Lafayette Room.  Mrs. Ritchie's pin cushion made from Martha Washington's parlor curtains. Mr.  Herbert says the Association's parlor and west parlor are original brown-slate color. ER-2, p. 115","A.L.S. Letterhead, Office of the Mount Vernon Steamer \"Arrow,\" Willard Hotel. Washington, D.C. Sends her $559. 90 given by Charles C. Jones and her account book. ER-4, p. 118","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. General Michler underestimates repair costs planned from claim fund. Only 3 rooms on 1st floor painted. Greenhouse plans out, wants Association funds for building colonnade.  Annual boat receipts increased.  Describes color of walls in various rooms.  Will decorate according to Washington's plan when possible, no certainty of colors.  Everett and Washington statues for Banquet Hall.  The Washington Republican's unfavorable article. Mrs. Morse's influence, visits Mount Vernon in Regent's absence. Describes Frederick Douglass visit to the estate. ER-2, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports considerable sickness at Mount Vernon.  Drought is alarming.  Carriage repaired but not worth painting.  Difficulties in restoration of colonnades.  West Parlor painted its old shade.  Gardener Craig needs his salary.  Colonnade standing is not same as original which was like the outside of large window--should be fluted.  Forwards wallpaper sample from Mrs. Halsted, thinks library ceiling paper suitable.  Eagle to replace the one stolen and purchased for $6.  Assures Regent Tiffey children will be no burden to the Association. ER-16, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent learns General Michler has used up money, his estimates very inadequate.  Asks Mrs. Halsted for funds to finish Mansion painting.  Mr. Sykes sends Regent clipping of an unwarranted attack on Mount Vernon, perhaps instigated by Mrs. Morse. ER-16, p. 186","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. Approves sample of paper. Comments on work of Mrs. Halsted. Wishes they could have met Mr. Peabody at the \"Springs.\" ER-2, p. 119","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Called on Mrs. Maynadier and Mrs. Kennon.  As a child, Mrs. Kennon's mother used to take her to see her \"Aunt Lewis\" and to Mount Vernon, but there was no \"intimacy in families.\" Her mother, born in blue room looking to river, said everything so changed at Mount Vernon.  Showed us mirror that had hung in East Parlor and some pieces of china.  Painted ceiling and woodwork in Association's Parlor.  Begs Regent to send color for large room and east Parlor as work is badly delayed.  Mrs. Halsted has shipped 2 mirrors, 1 bedstead, 6 chairs, bedroom crockery, an elegant pitcher (gifts, value $200).  \"Daddy Jim\" says he came to Mount Vernon 6 months after Mrs. Washington's death, large room was yellow and always had been.  Quotes Mrs. Halsted's letter on colors she prefers. ER-16, p. 184","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Still awaits decision on color for New Room and East Parlor.  Woodwork and ceiling of Association's parlor finished, will paint side walls.  Wire cloth bill of lading arrived.  Tries to get papering done. ER-16, p. 187","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mirrors, chairs, other furnishings came by boat.  Painting finished except New Room and East Parlor which awaits Regent's decision for color. ER-16, p. 188","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Furniture (gifts) arrived, no \"coil of wire\" to hang mirrors.  Painter gone, leaving New Room and East Parlor until Regent decides on color.  Lafayette Room painted, ceiling to be papered. Halls to be papered first. Waiting for color decision a great drawback. Scaffolding still in New Room, distressed not to have Mansion in order for visitors. ER-16, p. 189","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape Island. Fire destroys nearby hotel where Regent is staying.  Must decide on colors for parlors.  Vice Regents leave it to Regent. Maine Vice Regent suggests using original colors. ER-2, p. 121","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Painter will return when Regent sends decision on color for New Room and East Parlor.  Painted room to have new paper, free of charge.  Hopes money and letters were not burned in Atlantic Hotel fire.  Notes of thanks for furniture Mrs. Halsted procured.  Her daughter is here for a few days.  Fox attacked their poultry. ER-16, p. 190","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. New York, Alexandria, Washington, and Georgetown, Steamship Company. Wallpaper and bedstead will be transported free of charge. ER-8, p. 135","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Puzzled that Regent does not write.  Mr. Nalley came down to see about painting, can have no more paint through Mr. Follansbee.  Captain Stackpole engages paper-hangers for Mount Vernon.  Mr. Nalley estimates painting on exterior of Mansion will be $150.  Anxious to finish interior painting as mixed paint is drying up and he cannot be paid wages until work is completed, so he asked Regent to decide on color.  West Parlor is beautiful.  Asks instructions for placing cases and chairs.  Craig still digging at greenhouse, paid bill for tile.  ER-16, p. 191","A.L.S. Cape Island. Painting parlors at Mount Vernon must be deferred; mirrors and red material for curtains most welcome.  Suggests paper blinds will keep cold out better than cloth.  Anticipates Lord and Lady Adare's visit. ER-2, p. 123","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Gift of library wallpaper received. Waiting for decision on color of paint. Visitors see Mansion in confusion. Painters need pay which cannot be given until work is completed.  Greenhouse work stopped, ready for heating plant. Asks if Washington chair had straight legs like two Van Rensalaer chairs, refers to \"odd\" chair, asks for donor's name. ER-16, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Letter from Regent to Craig.  Tiffey has sent Regent six letters, forwarded mail, asked for instructions re painting Mansion and received no word from Regent in two weeks.  Again asks for decision re Mr. Nalley's urgent desire on the completion of painting. ER-16, p. 192","A.L.S. Cape Island. Lists paint colors suggested by Vice Regents replying to inquiry.  Discusses painting according to modern ideas of beauty or keeping to colors of period perhaps not so attractive.  Original used if they are certain of color.  East Parlor bedroom  and ceiling of \"our parlor\" were blue.  Great Room had green cornice,  oilcloth worn out. ER-2, p. 125","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports that repairs to the colonnades and painting have not started because the interior painting \"in status quo.\"  She reviews the painter's urgent requests for a color decision and reasons given to him for delay.  Mr. Craig's letter leaves her without instructions.  The droughts in the area are severe.  Mrs. Halsted asks Regent's advice regarding the \"good fashion\" of using gas pipe around walls for hanging pictures, and of obtaining portraits of all Presidents and other important national pictures.  Mr. Follansbee declares he must finish his paint work and will use old colors unless instructions come before Thursday. ER-16, p. 193","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Receives Regent's letters from  the 13th, 18th,  and 19th today.  Regrets her attempts to shield Regent annoyed her.  Sends sales for August, photographs, flowers, canes, milk, fruit, butter, also entrance fees, $134.71.  Bills paid include labor bill, $121.25, Sarah's bill $12.25. Sends Regent all on hand, $60.50.  Captain Stackpole will make up deficiency, bring it to $80.  Plasterers here. ER-16, p. 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lower Hall ceiling finished, white watered paper. Need same for upper hall, ceiling on stairways and in entrance to Washington's bedroom. Lists paper needed. Best paper is for library so walls need scraping and extra preparation.  Tries to thank Mrs. Taylor for parlor desk.  She is not sure which chair is Washington's and which from James Van Renssalaer.  Re cornices - Regent's room has oval projection over window, East Parlor has round wood \"bar\" across two windows with eagle in center as in Washington's time. Same type is in Association parlor. ER-16, p. 200","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. She received Miss Cunningham's letters from the 13th, 18th, and 19th, all postmarked 20th.  She is hurt that Miss Cunningham worried she was being neglectful of her duties and promises she is innocent and thought she was doing the right thing by not bothering Miss Cunningham with every detail, which would make her anxious.    Discusses wages and contract for the painter and delays in papering rooms. Men fed and lodged at Mount Vernon.  The walls should be scraped and more wallpaper is needed. There are delays with work on the greenhouse.  Mr. Fisher begs to start work on the colonnade. Updates on other Mansion interior work and gifts including: 2 mirrors with eagles, wire hangings, high post bed, mosquito wire cloth, chairs, oil cloths promised.  She canned peaches and tomatos, and dried apples. Mr. Craig made cider.  Reports the boat receipts. ER-16, p. 197","Copy. Acknowledgement of his gift of Washington's suit of clothes.  Asks him to publish list of donations from New Jersey in his newspaper and send her 10 copies of paper with list. ER-8, p. 137","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Tiffey is troubled a check she sent did not reach her. The pipes for the greenhouse are being placed.  She has sent Mrs. Halsted samples of wallpaper needed. The East Parlor is so dark it needs two coats, and the painter charges $100. ER-16, p. 197","A.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. Reports that she went to Washington for paint. The colors had to be mixed and there was no deep shades of pink or ashes of roses.  Mr. Hudson will come to Mount Vernon and help mix colors.  She mentions a blue grey and a blue. ER-16, p. 199","Copy. Mount Vernon has no Bible belonging to it. Leaves it to them for action. ER-8, p. 139","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Updates on repairs and work on the Mansion. General Michler sent men to scrape the walls for the paperers. The library is nearly done. Mr. Craig needs level for laying pipes. She expects a Bible and prayer book, and wants a Webster's Dictionary.  She expects the Regent to arrive tomorrow. She received a stand for the hall and green border paper for the hall and entrance to Washington's room. Says which rooms need paper. Post script dated October 2 mentions that Miss Cunningham had not arrived, but a shipment of wallpaper border had come.  ER-16, p. 201","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent returns.  Ready to make curtains, needs border.  Lafayette Room ready for guests.  Christy and Constance paper is \"exquisite.\"  Large room may be stone color.  East Parlor finished soon, painted and sanded.  Nathan and carpenters are sick.  Heating plant about ready.  Craig planting strawberries. Need wire for mirrors, red thread, linen for pillow cases.  \"Carpet\" prospects pleasing.  \"If Prayer Book sent, must be a Presbyterian Book.\" ER-2, p. 127","Copy. Newark. Since secular and religious press have become unfriendly to Mount Vernon, she thanks steamship company double for its helping hand.  Asks for complete list of freight carried that this gift may be given full recognition in the press.  Will send a bureau 4' x 2', a wash stand 3\" x 18\", carpet and possibly a Mayflower chair. ER-8, p. 141","Copy. Acknowledging receipt of an elegant Bible that will be forwarded to Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 143","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. French grey chosen to go with green cornices.  Varnishes furniture - mahogany cases and harpsichord painted.  East parlor is grey - \"our\" room much improved.  Lafayette Room finished.  Discourages using white curtains. ER-2, p. 129","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent on her knees making a new carpet out of an old one.  Letter concerning color lost.  Does not favor dimity curtains with fringe of Washington period - prefers red.  Mentions engraving of Lafayette. ER-2, p. 131","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent wants \"handsome\" border for red parlor curtains.  Regent finishes carpet. ER-2, p. 133","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. New York, Alexandria, Washington, Georgetown Steamship Company. Articles described will be forwarded free of charge. ER-8, p. 145","Copy. Acknowledges \"$5 each\" for refitting Mansion.  \"One apartment to be devoted to relics…connected with Washington or Lafayette\"…may be sent to herself or to Regent at Mount Vernon or to Mr. Sykes, Willard's Hotel, Washington. ER-8, p. 149","Copy. Acknowledges receipt of $500 gift which will be used in re-fitting Mansion. ER-8, p. 147","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Shipment of goods received - carpet,  curtains, pictures, rugs.  Great amount for the Regent to do. ER-2, p. 135","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Halsted's activities will stimulate other Vice Regents.  The Banquet Hall is fixed and the Hall floor mended.  Carpet has been laid in the Lafayette room and there are 13 stars on the window cornices.  Discusses curtains, framed embroideries, high poster bed, whitish cottage furniture, bureau, stand, and chairs. Some letters have been lost.  She lacks funds for a furnace and may buy a stove. They will have publicity for the Washington papers when New Jersey and New York complete their gifts. ER-2, p. 137","A.L.S. Two letters re requested items to be packed and shipped to Mount Vernon. Local Masonic Lodge donation to be collected. ER-8, p. 151","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Will be unable to attend next meeting. Mrs. Comegys to have her proxy. She will give something personally to Mount Vernon if she cannot collect more.","A.L.S. San Francisco. Appoints Mrs. Halsted her proxy at coming Council. ER-8, p. 150","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The last box arrived and all items safe.  Massive cornices hard to place. Mrs. Mason called and described details of the Mansion to Miss Cunningham. The Marquise de Chambrun (granddaughter of Lafayette) was the first to see the Lafayette engraving. ER-2, p. 139","A.L.S. Will send the cross. Ten dollars sent but Masonic lodge donation not yet paid. ER-8, p. 151","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received the black-walnut bureau and Wilton carpet.  Describes one room ready for use.  Council delayed until later. ER-2, p. 141","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The bureau proves satisfactory.  The old-fashioned window cornices are in the east and west parlors.  Everyone is pleased with the Lafayette Room, the carpet, engraving, and embroidery.  General Michler may aid in repairs to the colonnade and furnace. ER-2, p. 143","A.L.S. Washington. She is ill and may not be able to go to Mount Vernon for a few days. Did Mr. Craig leave as planned? Send $2.50 worth of flowers twice a week by boat.","A.L.S. Accounts ready for Council. General Michler calls and advises waiting for Congressional action on funds.  He has advanced $400 on work. ER-2, p. 145","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The oil cloth arrived at the wharf.  Boat was grounded for 2 days.  The cornices are to be decided on later. ER-2, p. 147","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Will be at Mount Vernon to spend one night. She and a friend will stay together in the Lafayette Room if the bed is large enough.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. They could not get anyone to work on the house during Thanksgiving. The latest box arrived safely with contents. The Chief Justices came for a visit and Miss Cunningham showed them the \"suit of clothes.\"  ER-2, p. 149","Typed transcript copy. (Library of Congress original) Offers the magnolia tree grown from seed planted by Washington for his Oak Hill, and cutting from willows grown at Bonaparte's grave. ER-2, p. 150","A.L. end of letter missing. Mount Vernon. The Regent went to Washington and started for home alone.  The oil cloth was placed in the Banquet Hall. She and Nathan will arrange for the oil cloth upstairs. Discusses furnishings and sends Banquet Hall window measurements. Says the Regent wishes things \"historical.\"  Follansbee will send a Washington reporter and will give him a list of donations and what repairs the Association made with their funds raised. ER-16, p. 204","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received Regent's letter from Richmond.  Will do her best to entertain Mrs. Mitchell if she arrives. Wrote to Miss Ross and Miss Morse.  Mr. Follansbee and a reporter at Mount Vernon and she refuses permission to be named in article.  Mr. Follansbee wants public to know Association had to use its own funds on part of repairs. ER-16, p. 205","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Regrets Regent has left without her. Her husband is ill, but plans to be at Mount Vernon on Saturday.","A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of bills of MVLA for repairs at Mount Vernon.  General Michler will, when Congress reconvenes, attempt to get Congress to reimburse MVLA for such repairs. ER-4, p. 110","A.L.S. Captain Stackpole could not find Regent's lost spectacles.  Mrs. Mitchell will bring friend to Mount Vernon on Saturday and remain until Monday.  She and her family go to church Sunday in ambulance.  Went to Colross afterwards and saw Mrs. Mason.  Her daugher, Mrs. Dandridge, returns home.  Miss Louisa Washington is at Mrs. Lloyd's. ER-16, p. 207","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received the black walnut washstand-well with bureau and bedstead,  four cane seat walnut chairs; four plain gilt cornices for curtains.  Boat ticket sales for November total $182.25.  There are few visitors and  little is sold.  Mr. Fisher was here for 8 days, $3 per day. Labor bill is $126.25. Mr. Craig's salary is $50. Mr. Sykes sent $100.  Mrs. Mitchell's visit is delayed.  Mr. Craig has chills and a fever.  She begged the boat captain to secure coal for them. Copies letter from Julia F. Morris who received her letters of thanks for her efforts, but she is pleased to help Mount Vernon. She is not as successful as her cousin, Mary Morris Hamilton, but hopes to have more to send Mrs. Halsted soon. ER-16, p. 209","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Her husband is still ill, she won't arrive at Mount Vernon until Sunday.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. There are few visitors.  Insurance policy expires on the 9th.  Asked Mr. Sykes to pay premium $62.50.  Photograph of Tomb received.  Sends Washington clippings, hopes she approves article on Mount Vernon.  No coal received.  Mrs. Mitchell and friends expected.  No word from Mrs. Yulee or Mrs. Morse.  Curtains are an improvement.  She was alone day and night until 10 p.m. except for servants on duty.  Nathan cleaned garret and halls.  Mr. Fisher is fitting up Upton Herbert's house.  W.B. Kendall of New York gave Wilton carpet $54.50. ER-16, p. 211","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects the oil cloth and cornice soon.  Acknowledges the Wilton carpet gift from W.B. Kendall.  Makes suggestions for minor furnishings.  Measurements of bureau and pillows. Expects Mrs. Mitchell and her friends for a visit.  The reporter's article in Evening Star is inaccurate. Suggests publishing a gift list in the Washington paper. ER-16, p. 212","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Husband's illness detains her. She has met Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Halsted. She hopes to be at Spring meeting.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Anxious to hear from the Regent as it has been weeks since a letter from her was received.  Mrs. Mitchell was expected,  but did not come and they have received no word.  \"Mrs. Judge Merrick\" and friends called with Mrs. Yulee as her guest. The cornice for the Lafayette Room is black walnut with gilt stars.  Mr. Sykes paid the insurance premium in Alexandria.  Mrs. Ritchie's story has been appearing in the newspaper. The Tomb has been cleaned and wreaths placed there on the anniversary of Washington's death.There are few visitors.  She receives the Regent's letter on 14th. ER-16, p. 213","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends addresses of bishops, etc.  Copies part of Mrs. Halsted's letter just received re Peale's Washington Before Yorktown painting in Capitol, which family wishes placed at Mount Vernon. Mrs. Halsted favors plan. H-730","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has sent Regent 6 letters, papers, etc. does not understand why she does not get them.  Had bad storm, wind and snow.  Mr. Craig and Henry Roberts have chills and fever.  Does not understand anxiety about Mount Vernon.  Has arranged to pay December labor bill.  Asks if Regent will go to Mrs. Pickens'. ER-16, p. 215","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Will not be able to stop at Mount Vernon this time as she goes South to finish and furnish her home. Little hope for collecting in Wisconsin. Mr. Corcoran married and she is afraid his young wife will prevent his doing any more for them.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sympathizes with Regent's fear of Legislature. About 3000 negroes around Richmond go South and hope for better labor.  Spent Christmas with Mrs. Castleman, leaving Mr. Craig in charge at Mount Vernon.  Receives bill of lading for oil cloth from Mr. Halsted.  Mrs. Eve is very sick.  There is fog so no visitors today.  Coal came.  Expects 150 boat visitors this month and $35 for photographs. Excessive rain.  Only 2 articles on Mrs. Ritchie came. ER-16, p. 217","A.L.S. Rosemont. She was very ill and her mother is also not well. Is disappointed in Mrs. Tiffey as secretary and probably will not retain her for long.  Writes about problems with her family plantation and conditions in the South. Mentions the Rembrandt Peale painting, Washington Before Yorktown. ER-2, p. 151","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Her husband is ill. She plans to leave New York traveling to Philadelphia, then on to Mount Vernon, but plans could change due to his illness.","Copies. Mount Vernon business and happenings, number of visitors, weather conditions, etc.  ER-4, p. 36-44","A.L.S. Has been reviewing her papers but not found much. Discusses what she knows and remembers regarding the boat contract. Says Mr. Riggs and Miss Tracy were irresponsible with money. Miss Tracy spent it as she pleased.","A.L.S. Colross. October 23. Sorry she hasn't written sooner but family matters prevented it. Describes her memories of the Mansion and relics within. ER-3, p. 304.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. New Year's greetings.  Received Mayflower chair, black walnut table, blanket, more cornices, 3 elegant engravings - a small one of Washington, large full length of Mrs. Washington, the Farewell address, paper containing notice of Washington's death.  Gives returns from sales of photographs, flowers, canes, boat tickets, etc., $231.23.  New calf was born. Decrease in milk production. Asks when Regent returns. ER-16, p. 219","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expects the Regent soon. Coldest weather of season, boats icebound, no mail.  Went to Alexandria in \"ambulance.\"  Mr. Comegys and daughters in Washington.  Nathan not well, others sick as well. Have two calves; hens laying.  No visitors. ER-16, p. 220","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Plans to go to Philadelphia on his way to Mount Vernon and spend Saturday at Historical Society rooms, acquiring material for new edition of \"Mount Vernon.\"  Explains that his time and money have been spent on building up his farm, what he has written, increase in sale of his books and magazine articles, lectures to be given.  Hopes to complete Mount Vernon book before Feb. 20.  Refers to a biography to be written. ER-3, p. 293, A-258","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Plans to visit Mount Vernon to make additional notes and sketches for his new, enlarged edition of Home of Washington.  Plans for raising funds for Mount Vernon; favors congressional aid. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Washington. Re publication of his Mount Vernon book, arrangements that may be profitable to MVLA and his publisher alike; suggests it be sold at Mount Vernon for benefit of \"repairing and beautifying\" fund. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Washington. Went to Alexandria by rail and in a rickety carriage to Mount Vernon. Regent not back from S.C.  Spent day with Mrs. Tiffey, dined in Library.  \"Something must be done to make Mount Vernon credible to the nation.\"  Attended General Sherman's reception.  Describes Prince Arthur of England. ER-3, p. 293, A-258","A.L.S. Asks when Ladies to meet again.  Considering a gift of furniture for the Mansion.  Thoughts of giving a Grand Ball in New York City for the MVLA.","Draft copy. Regarding Washington relics deposited at the Smithsonian. Lewis Washington (descendant of Augustine Washington, George Washington's eldest brother), through his neighbor Strider offers for sale the Washington family relics: pictures, plate, books and correspondence, especially complimentary gifts to George Washington.  Mr. Strider also knows where a \"silver camp equipage\" is located.  Also notes January sales of boat tickets, flowers, canes, photographs. ER-16, p. 221","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Dealers in American and Foreign Marble. Concerns reconstruction of Washington's Tomb.  Will need dimensions of Tomb before he can make further plans.","A.L.S. Fairfax. Declines purchasing an original petition of General George Washington to change a road leading through to Mount Vernon. W-370","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Soliciting Wisconsin Masons to rebuild face of Tomb in white marble.  Has had sketches drawn.  Asks Miss Cunningham for Tomb measurements.","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Expects to come to meeting this year. Discusses changes in MVLA Constitution.  Need for new Illinois Vice Regent. She will consult with Mrs. Judd of Chicago.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends copy of letter from John Strider dated Feb. 5, 1870 regarding Washington relics he has offered to sell the Association. List of relics include sword presented by Frederick the Great, pistol presented by Lafayette, surveying instruments, and a book. She quotes newspaper article regarding the relics stating they should not be permitted to go out of the country. ER-1017","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. She is unable to come to Mount Vernon presently.  Approves sketch of the gardens.","A.L. Mount Vernon. Oilcloth for second story hall, clock on stairway.  Mr. Strider agent for Washington relics.  Masons plan marble front to vault.  Asks about New York's $500 contribution.  Regrets Washington relics on market when Association lacks funds. ER-2, p. 153","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Regarding purchase of additional furnishings for Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Consulted General Garfield on best method of asking Congress for an appropriation for Mount Vernon.  Plans to send petition to Congress in March.  Postscript just added to \"Mount Vernon\" book, urges the estate be made attractive and the Mansion made \"an unrivalled museum of momentos of that classic age.\"  Hopes to visit Mount Vernon on March 1st. ER-8, p. 158","Extract copy of previous letter by Benson Lossing in hand of S.W. Tiffey. Also, copy of letter from John Strider re Washington relics.  \"Col. W\" may accept a lower price for his relics, perhaps $10,000.  Asks her to tell Ann Pamela Cunningham that Congress may be induced to give money for the relics. RM-719, ER-4895","Copy. Colross. Urges Mrs. Tiffey not to expose herself to needless fatigue in trips to Alexandria.  Mrs. Mason wishes she had the home conveniences to have cared for the Regent properly that winter.  Mr. Strider called and told of Mr. Lewis's Washington relics which Mrs. Mason thinks the Regent might obtain, but does not want her to deal with an agent.  Mentions prominent women who might be interested in Mount Vernon.  Comments on Mr. Lossing's satisfaction with Mount Vernon and profits he has made on his book, contracting the latter with the Regent's service without monetary recompense. ER-16, p. 218","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Peale's daughter wishes the painting of Washington in the US Capitol to go to Mount Vernon.  Matter of a new Vice Regent in Connecticut.","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Has just returned from several days away and is too overwhelmed with his business to write more than a few lines for now. Tells her not to worry, \"It is always darkest just before daylight.\" ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Meets Benson Lossing, discusses endowment fund.  Went to see Peale's painting of Washington at the Capitol.  Professor Henry will present miniature model of Bastile under glass.  Discusses Washington relics in the Patent Office.  Saw Washington relics belonging to Kennon's widow (Martha Washington's granddaughter). The Vice Regent of Connecticut resigned, prospective appointment.  Colonel Washington's relics for sale - difficulties with agents. Sword also for sale. ER-2, p. 155","A.L. Draft. Thanks him for recommending Miss Ella Hutchins as Vice Regent of Texas. ER-11, p. 154","A.L.S. St. Louis. If the next meeting is in May or June, Mrs. Hunt hopes to attend. If it is in winter, she cannot. She hopes to have support of the Masons throughout Missouri. ER-5, p. 283","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Decides against purchase of the Peale portrait of George Washington.  Still opposes buying certain items for Mount Vernon until their price becomes more reasonable.  Portrait selling for about $13,000.","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Inquires about the date of the next meeting.  Wishes to keep politics out of the MVLA.  Has sent china for Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Appointments of Vice Regents for Massaschusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and Ohio.  Recommends investment of funds in government bonds.  Concurs with furnace plans. ER-2, p. 159","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Counsels against haste in filling Vice Regent vacancies.  Cites Vice Regents for Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Ohio, Texas, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Missouri. Peale's portrait, reverence for Washington. Mrs. Underwood invited to Mount Vernon; Benson Lossing's efforts to raise funds in New York for Portrait and relics.  Discusses at length \"originals\" of Farewell Address.  Plans to counteract harm of Dr. Prince's article. Bostonian who writes for Mount Vernon. ER-2,. p. 165","A.L.S. Belle Vue Cottage, near Augusta, Georgia. Recently talked to Mrs. Eve about Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 43","A.L.S. Smithsonian Institution. Answer to her letter of the 4th.  Had a visit from Miss Cunningham who came to Washington to meet Benson Lossing for interview.  Bill now before Congress to restore Washington relics but does not include all at Patent Office.  Judge Foot favored transferring articles in Washington case to Mount Vernon.  Possibility of other Congressional bills favoring Mount Vernon. W-94","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Not sure she can attend meeting in June, but will vote by proxy if not.  She has sent items to Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Meets Colonel Washington's agent in Washington.  Channel filling up gives trouble. Discusses Peale painting for $13,000. Visitors declare Washington relics should be here.  Mrs. Underwood very cordial.  Colonel Washington will take half price if relics are sold to Association.  Appointments of Vice Regents for Connecticut and New Hampshire discussed. ER-2, p. 161","A.L.S. La Grange, New York. Urges patience, an \"antidote\" in the Observer to Dr. Prince's letter published promptly.  Thinks public will not subscribe for purchase of high price relics Mr. Washington offers.  Refers to Washington's Farewell Address, rough draft and perfected copy owned by Mrs. Lennox of New York to be given to his library (paid $2500).  Thinks authenticity of Frederick's sword would be questioned.  Urges an endowment fund be obtained. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. The Tomb walk is being widened which requires great labor. ER-2, p. 167","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Glad Miss Cunningham is pleased with the china.  She is still waiting to hear from Wisconsin Masons.  Feels best to aim for individual rather than more general gifts from people.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses Dr. Prince's writing and antagonism.  Filling Vice Regent vacancies in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.  Arousing Masons interest in Indiana and other states.  Colonel Washington's letter describes his relics and New York Union League bid of $50,000.  Funds for Peale portrait - cleaning, insurance. ER-2, p. 163","A.L.S. In writing of S.W. Tiffey. Mount Vernon. Thanking him for his letter concerning Washington family \"relics.\"  Mr. Washington was the husband of Ella Bassett Washington, who was appointed first Vice Regent for West Virginia last year. RM-605, ER-4495","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Advises leaving Peale painting at the Capitol until Council meets - states problems involved.  Mrs. Mitchell's gift of china, knives, plates.  Suggests various methods by which the needed ice may be secured. ER-2, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Appointment of a Vice Regent from Massachusetts.  Enlists Benson Lossing's help in securing relics, endowment funds, Peale portrait.  Letter to Mrs. Dandridge.  Reviews attempts for funds in North and South, plans fund for relics.  Fraud cited.  Has high regard for John Augustine Washington. ER-2, p. 171","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Comments on Commodore Vanderbilt's wife's refusal to contribute to Mount Vernon.  Discourages attempt to raise fund for relics at high price offered, but rather to continue attempts for restoration.  Questions Washington's statements re high prices offered him for relics. Statement made by Mr. Strider, reasons for secrecy in sale, part played by Union League in New York.  Refuses to be party to any secret attempt to raise funds. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Davidge's interest in Washington relics and fear Union League may buy them.  Mrs. Washington to call on Regent.  Roof leaked during a storm and the ceiling in the Great Room and Washington's bedroom is wet. ER-2, p. 171","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Bought a plate and stamped cards for Miss Cunningham.  Hopes to be in Washington for meeting.","A.L.S. In writing of S.W. Tiffey. Mount Vernon. Brief sketch of the MVLA and its history.  Wants the Association to have Powers' recently finished bust of Edward Everett to be displayed in the \"Great Room of the Mansion\" beside a \"Life Like\" statue of General Washington.\" RM-263, MS-2776","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Declares his \"profound reference\" for the Regent and admiration for her work. Is honored to work with the MVLA.  Refers to Mr. Washington, Mr. Butterfield and Mrs. Weller.  Comments on frauds re relics.  Authenticity of Frederick's sword.  Dr. Prince asks Mrs.Halsted for a Mount Vernon article in the New York Observer. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Will follow Mrs. Halsted's article in Dr. Prince's Observer with an account of his visit to Mount Vernon in January 1870.  Will call on Dr. Prince when in New York. Declares \"most profound reverence for the character and services of Miss Cunningham…and feel it a privilege to do what I may...in holding up her hands...until victory shall be secured.\" ER-8, p. 157","A.L.S. New York. Document re Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington at Yorktown,\" drawn by Nathaniel Halsted. J. H. Griscom has signed and sent to colleague executor Mrs. Underwood.  Understands the picture is now at Mount Vernon.  Is pleased to lecture in Newark at Mrs. Halsted's request. ER-8, p. 159","Copy. Asks him to contribute to endowment. ER-8, p. 161","Draft. Colonel Washington's wife who has never seen Mount Vernon, accepts Regent's invitation, gives information about Farewell Address.  His mistakes due to information given by Mr. Weller.  Dr. Prince's article in Observer somewhat retracts first unfavorable article. ER-2, p. 173","A.L.S. Despite lack of funds, she believes the MVLA can sustain Mount Vernon by visitor fees.","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Received Mrs. Halsted's article in New York Observer with editorial remark.  Asks Dr. Prince for a column under Lossing's name which will give facts. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Willard Hotel, Washington. Regent and Vice Regent of West Virginia plan to call on President re funds for relics (appointment difficult because of 16th amendment discussion).  Peale portrait funds, cleaning, removal, etc. Influential visitors to Mount Vernon.  Lossing article in Observer.  Nelly Custis Lewis describes binding Farewell Address sheets together. ER-2, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve is ill at Mount Vernon. ER-16, p. 222","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Eve is very ill, wants her nieces to visit her.  Has sent for Dr. Gibson of Alexandria. ER-16, p. 223","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Dr. Prince gives column in New York Observer for signed article by Benson Lossing. Has written same in substance as in new edition of \"Mount Vernon.\" ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses Peale picture - order for removal.  Many visitors to Mount Vernon, 400 to 600 in one day. ER-2, p. 175","A.L.S. Letterhead - State of Florida Executive Office. Concerning Mr. Merrill and the Tomb.  Feels it ought not to be a grand Mausoleum.  Includes Merrill's drawings - proposes it be done in white marble. Detailed description of her plans for Washington's Tomb.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Discusses $200 needed for repairs on Peale painting. Adverse opinions on painting.  Gate receipts less than this time last year, labor costs higher.  Milwaukee Masons send design for marble front to Tomb.  Difficulties in appointing Vice Regent for Connecticut. ER-2, p. 177","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Willing to approve use of $200 for repairs, moving, and putting up \"the picture.\"","A.L. Hillside. Is most desirous of having Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown\" in Banquet Hall.  Sends Regent an article re the painting and thinks little of criticism against it.  Re relics Mr. Weller had in a box valued at $20,000, not in accordance with description Mrs. Mason had given.  (At top of page, \"Relics were bosh\").  Seeks donation from Mrs. Winslow. ER-8, p. 163","A.L.S. Fernandina. Approves of Regent's plan for Peale's painting of Washington at Mount Vernon.  Favors June for time of Council. ER-4, p. 267","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Dr. Prince has postponed printing Lossing's signed article by one week. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. St. Louis. Mrs. Hunt leaves the decision regarding the painting by Mr. Peale to Miss Cunningham. Mrs. Hunt plans to attend meeting in June. Advises her to leave Mount Vernon before malaria season begins. Masons in state to do their duty. ER-5, p. 285","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Admires her energy in carrying on duties of her position and projecting new means of increasing natural interest in Mount Vernon.  Advises a stay at Cape May and for her \"to keep some of the most intelligent\" Vice Regents after Grand Council to help her. ER-13, p. 191","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Personal matters.  Hopes Miss Cunningham can tell her the time of the annual meeting.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Emery as Lady Manager.  Gardener and the vegetable problem. ER-2, p. 179","A.L.S. Audley. Henry Llewelyn Daingerfield Lewis. Mother asks him to reply to Regent's letter.  Mrs. Carter was his grandfather's sister, niece of George Washington, children of his sister, Mrs. Betty Lewis.  She is buried with several children, 4 miles from Audley, property owned now by Chas. Castleman.  Buried there at her request.  Mr. Castleman cannot understand Mr. Nance's writing President Grant.  They intend keeping grave in order.  Letter addressed to \"Mrs. Cunningham\". ER-5, p. 109","A.L.S. Feels much like Mrs. Mitchell regarding the Tomb.  Is preparing to draw up sketches.  Feels it should be about $100,000 for the job.  Masons of Wisconsin to contribute $10,000 to $15,000.  What style of architecture?  If Washington was Episcopalian, he suggests Gothic.  Suggest a Temple plan with central sarcaphagus.","A.L.S. Tallahassee.Now hopes to make the annual meeting.  If she cannot, she chooses either Mrs. Comegys or Mrs. Eve as her proxy.","A.L.S. Portion of letter missing (cut out).Detroit. Will not attend June Council. Begs Vice Regents Chase and Comegys to be there.  Mrs. Mitchell attends to Masons and to repair Tomb walls.  Refers to discussion of Association finances with Regent, (refuses a salary), funds advanced by her, etc.  Mrs. Ritchie suggests assigning a definite yearly sum to her.  Vice Regent Farnsworth holds proxies for Van Antwerp, Fitch, Richie and Sibley. She will turn these over to Vice Regent Fitch if she attends Council.  Discusses a vacancy and an ex-member. Vice Regent Harper's possible gift of $20,000.  The boat is the main source of revenue, repairs needed this summer.  Masons may undertake Tomb restoration if given estimate of cost. ER-17, p. 154-155","A.L.S. Baltimore. \"Bill for settlement of your claim passed the House of Representatives on the 27th.\"  Asks Senator Vickers to give attention to it, but advises her to see him and other senators. ER-14, p. 54","A.L.S. Dover, New York. Glad she liked New York Observer's article.  \"Home of Washington\" will be published next week.  Suggests selling it at Mount Vernon; to be sold by subscription only.  Gives terms of publishers offer MVLA. ER-3, p. 292","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Expects to be in Washington shortly.","A.L.S. St. Louis. Had not previously received notice of the time of the annual meeting.  Mrs. Hunt is out of town - could not possibly get to Washington in time for the meeting. ER-5, p. 289","A.L.S. St. Louis. Masons of Missouri express desire to assist in raising funds for the Washington Tomb project.  Grandmaster plans to officially raise the issue while touring the various lodges. ER-5, p. 287","A.L.S. Hillside. She was made the chairman of the Furnace Committee.  Asks about Richardson \u0026 Baynton furnace, patent no. 15 or 16 from Wilmington. There is to be 7 registers on one floor at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Halsted approved, wants Judge Comegys' approval, may be set free of charge.  Will try to secure (free) Douglas patent fire extinguisher.  Asks about the $850 the late Mrs. Hasbrouck of New York collected, and how it should be invested.  Mrs. Tiffey reports photographs have been received at Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 137","A.L. Fragment, portion of letter cut away. Detroit. Urges Mrs. Comegys's attendance at Council.  Mrs. Cutts of Vermont, who has never attended a meeting may be there. ER-17, p. 158","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. Expects to come to Mount Vernon next day.","A.L.S. Signed \"Benjamin.\" Torrisdale. Unable to join \"circle of workers,\" will await news of Council eagerly, asks that Mrs. Tiffey send her word of proceedings.  Plans trip during the 2nd week in July, spending one night in Alexandria on way to White Sulphur Springs.  Her father sent the Regent papers on fire extinguishers. ER-13, p. 77","A.L.S. Detroit. Re Mrs. Morse, absences from Council, and change of state residence. Problems of action against a Vice Regent who does not attend to duties of Association or is in marked opposition to Regent. ER-17, p. 160","A.L.S. Has heard the Fredericksburg Railroad is planning to soon complete trip to Mount Vernon and build a hotel there.  Also heard that one of the Mount Vernon deeds is not recorded.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Notification that Judge Comegys was added to Advisory Committee at last Grand Council.  Advisory Committee made permanent - consists of General Halsted, Mr. James Sykes, Hon. Joseph Comegys.  Duties are to advise with Regent during Council. ER-17, p. 159","Copy. The ladies of the MVLA again ask Mrs. Morse to retire from her position as Vice Regent, which she has refused to do despite previous requests for her to leave. Signed by several Vice Regents.  ER-7, p. 145","A.L.S. Hillside. Called at Capitol to see Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown\" - then to Patent Office to find that articles returned to \"Mrs. Gen. Lee\" were not Washington's relics but personal effects, some of relics sent to Smithsonian.  Thinks Prof. Henry intends them for Mount Vernon.  \"The first annihilator\" seems to be best after much investigating.  Has found the best furnace, expects to have it donated, a fine plumber patriot install for them if a laborer can assist him, transportation donated. ER-8, p. 165","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Her plans for Tomb exceeding colossal proportions.  Regent must take some action at meeting.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends her a list of the resolutions of the annual meeting. ER-2, p. 184","A.L.S. Detroit. Hopes Mrs. Comegys thought attending Council was worthwhile, so many improvements at Mount Vernon.  Asks if any relics have been received such as Mrs. Roger's (Havre de Grace) white satin vest.  Pleased with Mrs. Comegys's report, expects Mrs. Sweat's report soon.  Pleased affair with the Vice Regent of Louisiana is adjusted. ER-17, p. 161","A.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Will go soon to Boston to persuade Mrs. Hopkinson to take Vice Regency for Massachusetts, or find some other person suitable.  Wil try to find a better secretary than Mrs. Tiffey, more capable officially and more agreeable socially. ER-17, p. 163","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Corcoran gives them aid.  Railroad problem comes up again.  General Gent collects for \"fire fund,\" ice investigated.  Summer house to be built.  Building furnace in Mansion and its dangers.  Gift of Gordon Fire engine. Vice Regent for Iowa died. ER-2, p. 181","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Regarding projected railroad to Mount Vernon.  Plans must be made so that it will not have a station at or near Mount Vernon, she feels.","A.L.S. and photostat copy. Ravensworth, Virginia. Declines invitation to Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 182","A.L.S. Washington. Proposal for work on their water supply. Examined Mount Vernon water supply - 3 sources of water for fire protection (steam pump at river, pump driven by horse power, a force and lift pump).  Recommends digging a terra cotta cistern in yard or cellar with a force and lift pump with a second cistern in an outbuilding.  Will cost $1240 but will protect all the buildings.  Will give further information if the Regent desires.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Feels railroad matter will go along well if Mount Vernon procures friendship of those proposing it.","A.L.S. Hillside. Discusses work on furnaces. Has Mrs. Tiffey  needs to send a letter of thanks to the Hudson County Masons and they will send another donation. Sorry for her \"domestic troubles.\" Thought Council went well but suggests having Vice Regents write out resolutions and reports beforehand. ER-8, p. 166","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Plumbers' recommendations to be compared.  Mrs. Ritchie's death. ER-2, p. 183","A.L.S. Grand Hotel, New York. Unwise to fight the coming of the railroad to Mount Vernon.  Legally the railroad can force its way into Mount Vernon.  Best to cooperate and get best possible terms.  Also will mean more visitors to Mount Vernon than before possible; therefore greater income.","Extract copy. Miss Cunningham has been sad and depressed after hearing about the death of Mrs. Ritchie.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Furnace has arrived. ER-2, p. 185","Copy. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Bankers. Statement of endowment fund.  Inquiry re investment in U.S. Bonds. ER-2, p. 185","A.L.S. Dover, Delaware. Agrees with Mr. Cooke \"that sum requisite to purchase Government Bond should be made up out of the reserved fund.  That fund can hereafter---be reimbursed out of the annual revenues.\" ER-16, p. 225","A.L.S. Atlantic Hotel, Cape May. Fire protection plans, funds collected for it.  Furnace bill can be paid.  Did not approve of all Mrs. Eve's policies in Council during Regent's absence.  Regrets loss of the Vice Regent of Iowa who could have written history of Association. ER-2, p. 187","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Attended to business in Washington. Bond came to $1135.83, $111.58 of which came from Miss Cunningham's funds. Advisory committee concurs in decision. Had to pay workmen from Miss Cunningham's money. ER-16, p. 226","A.L.S. Cape May. Completing arrangements for fire department.  Craig digs drains to connect 3 springs. Tank to be on kitchen side.  Plan also to water greenhouse.  Boat profits poor - equals that of one month in 1868.  Collecting funds for water system. ER-2, p. 189","A.L. fragment, incomplete. Regent is \"charmed\" with Mr. Lambdin, hopes Mrs. Comegys will make arrangements with him for her.  Mount Vernon is \"very sickly.\"  Mrs. Craig's baby ill, fears Craig will leave on this account.  Boat is \"doing miserable business\". ER-17, p. 165","A.L.S. Cape May. Irregularity of mail.  Mount Vernon health problem.  Labor is difficult.  Have bricks enough for 2 cisterns.  Government work on dormer windows unsatisfactory.  Colonnade roof too flat.  Boat did not make expenses since Jan 1.  Vice Regent for West Virginia helps \"fire protection fund.\" General Halsted's water system for Mansion and garden most practical.  Filling southern Vice Regent vacancies difficult.  Mrs. Tiffey inefficient, unadaptive, looks for a new secretary. ER-2, p. 191","A.L.S. Request to forward $218.50 to Nancy Halsted.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Arrived Saturday evening with Bridget. Went to Mr. Lambdin's, told him of Mrs. Comegys's kind offer.  Sat for him 2 hours, returns Tuesday morning.  Little she has seen of the portrait she does not like.  Refers to a photograph she liked taken 13 years ago, side view.  Showed him this and realized Mr. Lambdin appreciated unfortunate change in her appearance. ER-17, p. 167","A.L.S. Is \"sick and feeble\" and receiving medical care. May not return to Mount Vernon until after frost on account of sickness there. ER-2, p. 193","Photocopy. Philadelphia. Concerning her health and a new drug (Chloral) she has begun taking.  Report on her portrait by Lambdin and other personal news. RM-486, ER-3935","A.L. Draft. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for kindness to her niece.  Wants work to begin on colonnade, dormer windows and cistern. Vice Regent of Delaware is at Mount Vernon.  Re planting peach trees.  Reports on Mrs. Tiffey's unfortunate trials.  Successor must be able to write and know about management of a country estate. ER-11, p. 156","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Problems of sickness at Mount Vernon considered.  Asks about prices of fruit trees. ER-2, p. 193","A.L.S. New York. Meets various \"wealthy\" people in interest of endowment fund.  Will visit Mrs. Brooks. ER-2, p. 195","A.L.S. Baltimore. Sees \"artist\" twice.  Warm weather prevents her return to Mount Vernon.  Mr. Craig is sick.  Digging in preparation for cisterns continues. ER-2, p. 195","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. Doctor forbids Regent to go to Mount Vernon until after frost.  Advises workmen start later also.  Digging for cistern before Mansion repairs according to plan. ER-2, p. 197","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington. No frost yet at Mount Vernon. Not safe to sleep there.  Give Mr. G. a bed in Mansion but other workmen in outhouses without heat.  Regent calls on Mr. Corcoran, who is ill but will attend to trees later. ER-2, p. 199","A.L.S. Detroit. Received favorable reports of meeting from Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Eve, also of improvements. Mr. Corcoran's idea of a \"temple of patriotism quite charming.\" Recommends site of old Tomb and suggests New York artists be asked to submit designs at next Council.  Has no money for improvement fund.  Hopes to send $150 to endowment fund. ER-17, p. 161","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Cannot accept Mrs. Halsted's invitation, is leaving \"this dreary place\" soon.  Mr. G's men (working on the furnace) left yesterday.  Ornamental trees from London ordered by Mr. Corcoran have arrived, also fruit trees.  Her aunt had arrived safely, not well after journey.  Furnace is a comfort. ER-8, p. 173","A.L.S. Rosemont.  Is pleased with Mr. G's work on cistern - plans to extend pipes to vegetable garden and stables.  Fears hydraulic ram may not be powerful enough.  Funds low, gate receipts not good.  No postmaster in her region. Letters carried by farmers.  Uncertainty and delay of mails. ER-2, p. 201","A.L.S. Mails still greatly delayed.  Commends Mr. G.'s work on cistern and his voluntary contributions.","Draft. Cape May. Will not invest endowment with Mr. Cooke. Feels his interest is not adequate. ER-11, p. 59","A.L.S. Note on clipped form paper. Introduction of Mr. Greenhalgh who has offered to install the furnace and give advice on related matters. ER-8, p. 165","Draft. Each session of MVLA Council opened with readings from Bible and Episcopal Prayer book.  All votes unanimous, save one: the embellishing of the Mount Vernon Banquet Hall with Rembrandt Peale's \"Washington Before Yorktown.\"  Asks Mrs. Blanding to aid in appeal for funds for this.","A.L.S. Gives copy of Trumbull's portrait of Washington as Commander-in-Chief from original at Yale University, painted about 1782.  Also portrait of Washington from original of Stuart in Boston Athenaeum. ER-13, p. 192","A.L.S. Quick note to say she is tired tonight but will see her the next day.","A.L.S. Has just received official notification of annual meeting, but it is too late for Mrs. Hunt to make arrangements to come. ER-5, p. 289","Note on clipped piece of paper. Mentions a visit to Mount Vernon by Captain May, a personal friend of General Lee, Mrs. Morse, and Father Rabbia. Says Captain May believes Mount Vernon will receive Washington relics from Arlington House. ER-16, p. 171","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. River lower than in years, mails delayed, boats cannot run. Mr. Corcoran's gift of evergreens, crops, farmers in section. Lists implements needed, cleans up river bank, paints tin roof of Mansion, fills ice house, digging and cleaning in greenhouse. ER-6, p. 1","A.L.S. New Rochelle. No word received from Regent or Mrs. Tiffey since last Council.  Replied promptly to Regent's Appeal for funds for improvements. No funds on hand, no prospects, except several $50 endowment fund pledges, told to collect and send treasurer.  Suggests using endowment fund for repairs as Mount Vernon will doubtless go to U.S. Government after Regent's death.  Mr. Corcoran's offer to rebuild summer house (on site of old Ice House), should be reproduction of original. Lossing's picture is the only authority. Another tribute might be better.  Majority of Vice Regents favor Council in fall.  Deplores loss of Vice Regents Van Antwerp and Ritchie. ER-17, p. 169","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Hands burned extinguishing fire.  $1500 due Mr. Greenhalgh for water system.  Mr. Corcoran's 700 trees for waterfront are a tax to the Association's low funds.  Regent's mother ill. Thinks their poverty due to her daughter's neglect.  Painting gutters. ER-2, p. 205","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Opposes cutting down the trees along the river bank about Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Order to pay $150.06 to Mrs. Comegys. ER-2, p. 206","A.L.S. Baltimore. Claims she is not qualified for the task appointed to her. Discouragements presented in raising funds for Mount Vernon because so many organizations are raising funds for various phases of rehabilitation in the South.  Gives personally $200.  Plans to visit Mount Vernon in May.","A.L.S. Rosemont. Re Mr. Herendeen's bill for trees - draft for enclosed.  Regent must move her mother from Rosemont.  Nathan and Sarah will prepare for Mrs. Halsted's visit to see how Mount Vernon affairs are progressing in Regent's absence. ER-2, p. 207","Photocopy. Laurens, South Carolina. Regrets they do not have space at their house for her mother to live.  They always highly regarded Mrs. Cunningham. Suggests alternate arrangements for her are possible in the village where they live. RM-197, ER-2614","A.L.S. Rosemont. Receives word from Mr. Craig re Herendeen bill for trees.  Mrs. Chase collected $230. Miss Harper gives $200. ER-2, p. 209","A.L.S. Order for Mr. Sykes to pay Mrs. Comegys $150. ER-11, p. 168","A.L.S. Hillside. Explains purchase of India rubber hose and asks for order on Cooke \u0026 Co. for payment of $60.34.  Explains fully her order for fruit trees to Herendeen for $245.15. ER-8, p. 175","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Suggests getting Mr. Corcoran's opinion on matter of cutting down trees.  Discusses Mrs. Tiffey as MVLA secretary - wishes to replace her.  Miss Susan Finney (former secretary) in very poor health.","A.L.S. Rosemont. Trouble receiving mail.  Hose purchased for fire protection.  Vacancy in Massachusetts Vice Regency not yet filled.  Mr. Corcoran starts movement to finish monument in Washington. ER-2, p. 211","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Her aunt, Miss Cunningham arrived at Mount Vernon safely.  Received a check for $2.72 from a California Lodge for the monument over Tomb. This Lodge had issued an Appeal to all Lodges in state to contribute to same.  Idea started in Wisconsin. ER-6, p. 7","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mr. Herendeen's contribution of $100 worth of trees of little value.  Mrs. Tiffey's irregular reports of proceedings of Council sent to Vice Regents. She leaves with 10 days notice, cannot locate important papers. ER-2, p. 213","A.L.S. Germantown. Regarding frames for pictures at Mount Vernon.  ER-17, p. 170","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Has ordered portrait of the Regent sent care of Mrs. Sykes, to Washington, then to Mount Vernon. Packing was $2.50, frame $15. ER-17, p. 171","A.L.S. Fragment, incomplete letter. Re leniency with Regent's household expenses since she works with illnesses. Wonders who could follow as Regent.  Mr. Corcoran is ill, thinks \"temple\" he offered should be built at once. Could Mrs. Eve undertake this? She fears endowment funds will not be finished.  Asks about living expenses of Nathan's family, Regent, maid, invited guests.  Asks about successor for Secretary Tiffey.  Portrait Mrs. Comegys  \"generously undertook to procure\" is acceptable to Vice Regents and reasonable in price.  Asks if repairs and furnishings have taken from \"simple grandeur of Mansion.\"  Lambdin promised Association a portrait of Washington. Thinks Stuart's is the best.  Does not vote for purchasing portraits from Washington's family.  Mrs. Rogers of \"Havre de Grasse offers white satin vest\" of Washington. ER-17, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Lambdin's portrait of Regent arrived and acknowledged.  Did not think it a striking resemblance at first, but \"it grows upon\" her.  Thinks Regent is also well pleased. The artist removed expression around mouth she did not like.  Monday expects many visitors at Mount Vernon.  Expects Indians on Sunday. ER-17, p. 175","A.L.S. Angel Island. Re her life in California. ER-17, p. 169","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent in an accident but unhurt. Sister-in-law dies suddenly.  Craig announces he must leave on account of family's health.  Writes fully of unfavorable climate at Mount Vernon. Suggestions for new gardener. ER-2, p. 215","A.L.S. Cape May. Craig to withdraw on October 1. Problem of keeping steady heat in greenhouse.  Captain Stackpole always helpful, immediately recommends another gardener. ER-2, p. 217","A.L.S. Cape May. Hopes to hear favorably re Masonic aid.  A former efficient secretary may join Regent. ER-2, p. 219","A.L.S. Cape May. Confidential. Describes last days at Rosemont, her mother's change to new home.  John Watt recommended to replace James Craig, gardener.  Knights  Templars' interest in marble monument at Tomb. ER-2, p. 221","A.L.S. Cape May. Suggests an informal meeting of the Vice Regents at Mrs. Halsted's.  Craig very ill, but teaches new gardener recommended by Captain Stackpole. ER-2, p. 223","A.L.S. Philadelphia.  Mrs. Ann Williams will come for one year if free railroad ticket is obtained.  Goes to see Mary McMakin re removal of Mary and family and Mr. Thompson. ER-2, p. 225","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Expense of moving Mary McMakin to Mount Vernon. Captain Stackpole helps.  Serious health problems at Mount Vernon.  Asks Mrs. Halsted to inspect gardener Craig's work before he leaves, make financial arrangements with successor.  Free railroad ticket for Ann Williams.  Knights Templars' efforts. ER-2, p. 227","A.L.S. Harlem. Explains her \"penniless\" condition and how impracticable it is for her family to consider Regent's proposition to go to Mount Vernon and live.  Thought Regent was not to risk sleeping at Mount Vernon until after frost. ER-16, p. 45","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Sends letter re Georgia bond interest due to Jay Cooke and Co.  $117.60 due to the MVLA, advises holding bond. ER-4, p. 118","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Deep regret that Mrs. Halsted did not return to Mount Vernon.  Difficulties with McMakin family explained.  Regent's need to get to South Carolina to attend to her own property.  Expects a gift of $500 from Mrs. Sweat's father.  Each Vice Regent should announce this gift in her state.  Commentary on President Grant's administration, unfortunate conditions in South Carolina and in her own family.  Regent's mother in poor health, feels new home is not the place for her. ER-8, p. 177","A.L.S. Acknowledgement of his gift to MVLA Endowment Fund of $500 bond of Portland and Rochester Railroad.  ER-19, p. 129","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Acknowledges receipt of coupon bond Portland and Rochester Railroad for Endowment Fund, and advised Regent of same. ER-19, p. 127","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Sorry she didn't see Miss Cunningham when in Washington.  Asks when next Council is to be held.","A.L. Copy. Newark. Will furnish transportation for her to Mount Vernon, but Regent's return is delayed by illness. ER-8, p. 185","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Ann Williams plans to return to England.  Mr. Watt's intemperance made him undesirable at Mount Vernon; Replaced by Chauncey.  Conservatory looks well.  Regent returns next week. ER-2, p. 229","A.L.S. Fragment, incomplete letter. Mentions \"her trials and inefficient help\" at Mount Vernon.  Mr. Sykes must be kept as advisor.  Gives long account of Mary McMakin and her mother.  Regent's desire to have McMakin as secretary and her mother to live with her.  Reports informal meeting in New York on Oct 10 of Vice Regents Halsted, Eve, Brooks and the Regent to decide on time for Council either November or May.  Gardener Watt's drinking and neglect reported to Mr. Sykes by the secretary.  Mr. Sykes advanced $100 to McMakins for moving expenses.  Regent is at Rosemont. ER-17, p. 177","A.L.S. Copy. Hillside. Asks him to call on Mr. Ritchie who has given 2 engravings of George and Martha Washington, and to have them framed.  Has not yet received carvings of Washington Coat of Arms and monogram. ER-8, p. 187","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Reports state of Regent's health. ER-2, p. 231","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Frames will be arranged as Mrs. Halsted directs.  Regent anticipates General Halsted's visit.  Suggests date for next Council. ER-2, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for invitation to Mount Vernon, regretted he was unable to go last year but hopes he may go in May.  Will send ambrotypes.  Will send portrait of Washington.  Hopes some \"liberal minded individuals\" will order portraits of the Washingtons. ER-13, p. 193","A.L.S. Door card to be provided.  Has been ill but will resume work for Mount Vernon. ER-8, p. 189","A.L.S. Dover. She realized she did not reply to a postcard sent by Mrs. Sweat last autumn. Asks if she missed anything at Council that she now should know. Mrs. Sweat's copy of her reply is on the reverse.","A.L.S. Counsels Regent not to answer Mrs. Brigg's attack on the MVLA in the Chronicle.  ER-10, p. 95","Letterpress copy, first page then A.L.S. second page. Re article that appeared in Washington Chronicle criticizing Regent's attitude toward Mount Vernon.  Sent it to the Regent with a letter which she copied for Mrs. Chace.  Asks what action Vice Regents should take.","Letterpress copy. Expresses her concern about the article criticizing Regent's management of Mount Vernon in the Washington Chronicle by Mrs. Briggs. Mrs. Sweat's lack of knowledge of management of Mount Vernon so she can accurately refute statements. No printed report to refer to.  Asks her to present to coming Council a thorough report of receipt and expenditures since last Council.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sends reply to the article with editorial comments.  Had interview with the same Mrs. Briggs who she feels pique and desire for sensation are the reasons for her publication on the matter. Says she has not \"sold her independence\" to Colonel Forney, but will have conference with him re the investigation.  Washington friends pleased with Regent's reply.  Mr. Sykes sends the Regent the Evening Star clipping, begging her to think it unworthy of notice. Miss Cunningham has taken all of this better than she would have thought. ER-16, p. 46","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regarding reply to the attacks on the MVLA in the Washington Chronicle. No action until Council when she can produce an official statement. ER-2, p. 235","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Is writing to all Vice Regents asking them to state their understanding of the resolution re absence of a Vice Regent from their respective states, who originated resolution, who approved and who disapproved it.  Mrs. Eve thought it suggestion of Regent, but Regent says not and disapproves of the action. ER-8, p. 191","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Mount Vernon. Call to Council, June 11. ER-2, p. 237","Letterpress copy. Concerns the poor state of Mount Vernon funds and accounts. Implies that Miss Cunningham is not a very able financier and certain measures need to be taken to straighten out MVLA accounts. Note on the top indicates the letter was not sent, and that Mrs. Sweat decided not to \"push the matter.\"","A.L.S. Fernandina. Cannot attend Council, asks Regent to be her proxy. ER-4, p. 261","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Offers condolences on death of Mrs. Halsted's father. ER-8, p. 195","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Steamboat \"Arrow\" will be at Washington wharf to bring Vice Regents to Council session. ER-2, p. 237","A.L.S. Will be coming to Mount Vernon soon with Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Mitchell.  Has sent model of Bastille to Mount Vernon by boat.  Package sent to Miss Cunningham.","Photocopy. Charleston. Apologizes and gives reasons for not answering her previous letter. Commends Miss Cunningham on her work at Mount Vernon. RM-197, ER-2615","A.L.S. New York. Dawson, an attorney, refers to Mrs. Briggs' attack in the Chronicle on the Regent and the Association. Thinks the \"malignant origin\" should be exposed by one of the Vice Regents.  If she will submit facts, he and her brother will analyze them fully for her.  Reference to characteristics of Mrs. Washington, the Vice Regent of West Virginia. ER-10, p. 93","A.L.S. Authorizing her to act as proxy at next Grand Council. ER-4, p. 263","A.L.S. Undated but docketed on the reverse with June 1, 1872. Asks Regent to name the most suitable person to act for her at Council, as she has entire confidence in Regent's judgment. ER-4, p. 265","A.L.S. Newark. Authorizing her to act as proxy at next Grand Council. ER-8, p. 197","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Offers her resignation. Regent has told her to tender resignation after 18 month absence from Georgia. She has worked on much Mount Vernon business during that time. Hopes they won't accept her resignation and offers amendment to the resolution under which she is asked to resign. ER-5, p. 209","A.L.S. Newark. Estimates it will take two weeks to install furnace, to fix roof, water works, etc. It would take four weeks for him alone or three weeks for two men. ER-8, p. 199","A.L.S. Paris. Gives Mrs. Comegys her vote by proxy.  Feels she must resign as Vice Regent of Maryland. Still in Europe where she has been ill.  Soon to return to New York.","A.L.S.Philadelphia. Accepts invitation to visit Mount Vernon. Has Mrs. Berghman's letter of thanks from the Board and is gratified his contribution was so well received.","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Written on House of Representatives letterhead. Wants to discuss  what is best for Mount Vernon.  Has sent her answer to Council's refusal to accept resignation.  Refers to affair as a burlesque. ER-8, p. 195","A.L.S. Colross. Discusses difficulties with Miss Cunningham who thinks all power lies with the Regent not with the Board. Mr. Hollingsworth's election as Superintendent and his new duties. Mary McMakin's family to leave Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Understands things at Mount Vernon have not happened as the Vice Regents wished and were promised.  Asks opinion re powers of the Regent under the constitution.  Approves his appointment and comments on changes at Mount Vernon.  Suggested the Regent consult him re retaining \"this family\" to run a restaurant on shares.  Miss McMakin is now private secretary to Miss Cunningham. ER-14, p. 55","A.L.S. Colross. Relates to Mrs. Sweat's letter to the Regent regarding a change in Regent's position, also Mary McMakin's.","A.L.S. Re Mrs. Sweat's note of instruction, changes in the Regent's and Miss McMakin's position.  Suggests he get rooms or the house of Mr. Gibbs.  Gardener's report \"gloomy.\" ER-14, p. 55","A.L.S. Louise Home, Washington, D.C. In regards to cutting of Mount Vernon timber and her procurement of the logs to make mop and broom handles. ER-5, p. 62","A.L. Incomplete letter. Stratford. She and Mrs. Sweat have lately written criticism plainly to the Regent, and others will follow soon.  Regrets the troubles he has experienced thus far but is determined for him to have the position for which he was elected. ER-18, p. 32","A.L.S. Petersham. Praises him for aiding Mount Vernon.  Is preparing her report.  Has ready the listing of the MVLA but not the financial records. Asks his help to work with Miss Cunningham to put them in \"business order.\" ER-5, p. 151","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Re her recent visits to Mount Vernon where she could tell she was not wanted by the Regent. Shocked by the treatment she received but still wants to help Mount Vernon.  Need for policy change by the MVLA to get itself back on proper footing.","A.L.S. Asks him to call to receive instructions sent by Vice Regents.  Knows he will give Miss Cunningham every care. ER-14, p. 57","A.L.S. Dover. Tells him not to be distraught with current state of the MVLA.  To remain at his post and ride with the tide. ER-5, p. 215","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Discusses control of Mount Vernon finances. The MVLA will soon take power away from the Regent and give it over to the Superintendent. ER-5,. p. 191","A.L.S. Has not heard from Mrs. Halsted about anything.  Gives her opinion of how committees should proceed with reports and activities, instructions given by Council.  Enjoyed Mrs. Hudson's account of entertaining President Hayes at Mount Vernon.  Wrote Emily Harper, chairman of Finance Committee.  Some of Miss McMakin's letters regarding the Regent were destroyed by Miss Harper. ER-18, p. 129","Copy. Submits his impressions after examining MVLA affairs in connection with her expected report.  Evidence found of Miss Cunningham's unquestionable devotion, fidelity and self sacrifice, her own pure and disinterested motives may blind her to public's criticism. Discusses annual meetings, reports made to the public, appointed officers, the constitution, etc. Mrs. Barry's report can deal only with last Council, showing work done but should not overlook the serious complaints of public. To correct Report of the Association's last Council proceedings they should be declared unfinished and a meeting called to complete transactions, preparing way for strict adherence in future to constitution. ER-8, p. 201","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Regent wishes to know her official relations which are not stated in Minutes sent her by Mrs. Sweat. How are payments to be made by both her and Hollingsworth. If committee has it in charge, names of same.  Mrs. Mason's note to Hollingsworth asking him to help Miss Cunningham get away from Mount Vernon as she fears an undesirable \"influence\" being exerted on her. ER-16, p. 47","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Asks about Mrs. Halsted and her sister.  Regent is ill but plans to go elsewhere for summer. ER-8, p. 203","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends his letter to other members of the committee. Suggests he write once a week to some member of the committee, a letter to be circulated and retained by Mrs. Mitchell. Gives him names of members with comments. Asks him to cut expenses and increase sales. Suggests bees, poultry, cut flowers, dairy products, setting out grapes.  Association now depends on boat receipts, sale of photographs, etc. for funds.  He must keep accounts carefully.  McMakins must go at once as Vice Regents wish the Mansion lived in the least possible.  Asks wages of gardener.  Cellar to be cleaned of wood, kerosene to be kept in outhouses.  Asks him to investigate insurance.  Greenhouse pipes repaired.  \"As an old friend\" advises him about unhealthy conditions of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 3","A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson informed her of all he is accomplishing. Pleased with his improvements, \"tact and the forbearance shown.\"  Suggests rooms in Mansion be kept open as much as possible to the public. ER-18, p. 131","Copy. Hollingsworth refuses to sign paper presented by Regent as it is not same as one shown him at Mrs. Brooks'.  Mansion filled with visitors indignant at number of closed rooms.  Criticizes Regent's action at Mount Vernon, her attitude toward sales, etc. \"Keep off the grass\" signs painted, magnolia tree fenced for protection, employees' houses white washed, vegetables planted.  Wishes Mrs. Eve, Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Mason to go to Mount Vernon and remove Regent and McMakins.  Note attached from \"E.W.B.\" Elizabeth Barry. ER-18, p. 3","A.L.S. Stratford. Writes him an official letter sent to Mrs. Eve to forward to him.  Refers to Mrs. Eve's attitude toward Regent.  Tells Superintendent not to sign any papers except those presented by the committee.  Refers to Regent's retirement. ER-18, p. 34","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Bedrooms too small for her purposes as planned to have \"all the furniture makers give each a piece after style of Washington.\" Asks if there are 2 or 3 gates needed and urges him to send plans for them promptly.  Lodges may be used for sleeping quarters.  If no room suitable to her needs, will furnish small room with \"cottage furniture.\"  Wishes everything completed for centennial. ER-18, p. 238","A.L. Incomplete. MVLA matters and declining health of Ann Pamela Cunningham.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Returns \"articles of agreement\" between MVLA and himself for alterations at request of Regent.  Difficulty in turning all money over to Regent when she is away from Mount Vernon so much and there are laborers to be paid and various expenes to be met.  Will make a monthly report. ER-17, p. 185","A.L.S. Petersham. Has finished report and sent it to Regent to see before it is published. Received letters from Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson and a document they want her to sign. Unwilling to accept second-hand evidence. Asks whether statements in Mrs. Hudson's letter are correct, has he the entire, unreserved and unfettered control of affairs there? If not, more drastic measures must be taken by Council, but fears this may mean utter disruption of Association. ER-5, p. 151","A.L. Incomplete. Incomplete letter. Her report is a review of improvements at Mount Vernon under the Regent. She believes Regent has acted in good faith and would be fatal to make known to public that Council is divided in its opinions of how to proceed. Must straighten affairs there, retain Miss Cunningham in her position, but strip her of power. ER-5, p. 155","A.L. Incomplete. Quotes document of censure of Regent which Mrs. Sweat sent her to sign. She refuses to sign at present, but agrees Regent should leave Mount Vernon at once. ER-5, p. 155","A.L.S. Stratford. Urges him to have McMakins leave promptly, and paid by Regent. Hollingsworth's appointment precludes necessity for private secretary to Regent.  Comments on his appointment, care of Mount Vernon, money he collects, paying gardener $50 per month, and having greenhouse on good footing. ER-18, p. 5","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Information sent on gates not what was needed. Asks if sides are flat or curving, are to be built of iron.  Asks if 2 or 3 gates are to be made, also wants plan of lodges and estimated cost.  May have work done in West.  Wants it completed for centennial. ER-18, p. 240","A.L.S Washington, D.C. Glad he is getting on with Regent. He can have the house when he wants. They have nothing to do with Regent's private office. He can win Regent over. Vice Regents have made some mistakes. Open place in greenhouse needs fixing before winter. Many plants lost in previous winters because of it. ER-5, p. 195","A.L.S. Milwaukee. His letters to Mrs. Hudson forwarded to her.  Was not at Council but was appointed chairman of a committee. Unwilling to draw up anything alone stating what his duties will be. Cites difficulties of task assigned her.  Thinks he should have \"the whole charge,\" but  \"treat Regent...politely,\" keep money in his hands with accounts of receipts and disbursements. Subject to Regent's and Vice Regents' and public's inspection.  Plan for retirement of Regent with her secretary Miss McMakin.  Will put him on sure footing.  Advisory Committee is new. ER-18, p. 239","A.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Error in Mount Vernon's account. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Presumes Miss Cunningham left Mount Vernon. Hopes hereafter he and his family will be only residents of Mount Vernon, but will have frequent visits. Sorry for loss of posts. He is armed with authority to act. ER-5, p. 191","A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson announced he would like to hear occasionally from different Vice Regents.  Repeats previous letter which did not reach him re opening all Mansion Rooms to public.  Congratulates him on his last monthly report and for his skill and tact.  Note written on letter: \"Read and seconded by Susan E. J. Hudson.\" ER-18, p. 132","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Asks if he will forward her mail to her new address. Postscript asks if Sarah will put aside pickled tomatoes for her and let her know of the cost. ER-11, p. 155","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill, Loudon County. Deterioration of Miss Cunningham's health.  Has advised her to accept the will of the Vice Regents. Thinks Miss McMakin has been a bad influence on her. McMakin's family, especially the mother, is a \"horror.\" Cunningham is willing to give all money control over to Hollingsworth. Attempts to get her away from Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Error of $4.85 in settlement of Mount Vernon business. ER-4, p. 59","A.L.S. Long Branch, West End Hotel. Surprised to hear her official letters to him were shared. Pleased with the progress at Mount Vernon under his direction. Sorry to hear of illnesses among the servants. ER-5, p. 66","A.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson agree to authorize him to ask McMakins to leave Mount Vernon on a given date.  Desires Regent to leave also.  Advises him to answer all letters promptly and to destroy her \"informal\" letters to him. ER-18, p. 7","A.L.S. Stratford. Received his confidential letter of the 13th. She states her opposition to the Regent.  Has written Mrs. Mitchell, chairman of the committee about his report and asking her to authorize safe key be given him, a \"paper\" for Mr. Cooke, for the Regent to be given a quarterly salary.  Refers to insurance policy, hose, greenhouse boiler, method of addressing mail to him.  Foxes have destroyed chickens, plans for chicken house, unfavorable comments on the McMakins. ER-18, p. 9","A.L.S. Petersham. Praises his \"wisdom and sagacity\" in relations with the Regent. Prudence and reticence on the part of the Ladies now is all that's needed. Defends the Regent who will not return to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 153","A.L.S. Stratford. Criticism of Regent's policy.  Will appeal to Masons to raise endowment fund, interest of which will be for repairs.  Expects he will fix up a house for his use.  Asks him to report on a \"room full of papers.\" ER-18, p. 9","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sends for copy of constitution, she usually never travels without it.  Hopes boat is meeting expenses and that he is spared sickness prevalent for years at Mount Vernon.  ER-11, p. 161","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sends 25 cents for a copy of Washington's will.  The Report is in the Philadelphia printer's hands.  Mr. Childs may print 1000 copies free.  Says she is in better health. ER-11, p. 162","A.L.S. Dover. Denies Mr. Comegys changed any part of contract with him. Hollingsworth signed original which made him daily accountable to Regent for funds. Amount of bond fixed by Mr. Comegys. Asks Regent to allow him to see original paper, make alteration and she will have it copied and forwarded at once. He should be responsible to Association alone and entire control of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 215","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Hears he is more comfortable at Mount Vernon. Asked the Regent to send him keys and to instruct him re disposition of her belongings and payment of money due her.  Directs him re expenditures, improvements. Hopes there will be some time to build a house for him although he is to sleep in the Mansion during winter.  His bedroom will also be on exhibition.  Committee plans a meeting in October. No trees to be cut or any great change made without knowledge of Vice Regents.  Instructions re health of Mount Vernon.  Hopes to remedy defects in Constitution and By-laws at next Council.  Must fix pipes in greenhouse furnace. ER-18, p. 242","A.L.S. Detroit. Congratulates him on his report and first month's work as Superintendent. ER-17, p. 178","A.L.S. Stratford. Received his \"private enclosure\" of the 22nd.  Plans to meet Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Barry. Latter too ill to travel.  Plans for Regent's retirement, method of handling checks, Mary McMakin's salary and possible return to Mount Vernon, what MVLA will do for Superintendent.  ER-18, p. 11","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Mount Vernon papers kept locked in bookcase. Formerly loaned funds to Association but that is no longer possible. Association is out of debt, on firm basis at personal sacrifice, no longer needs to stay at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 164","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Asks him to forward a note to Miss Cunningham. She is concerned for Cunningham's health and feels indebted to her for all she did for Mount Vernon.  ER-14, p. 59","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Discusses Miss Cunningham and her failing health, and her troubles with Vice Regents. Hollingsworth reports several statements made to him about them by the Regent. She wishes this all to be finished and for Miss Cunningham to finally leave Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Summer at Mount Vernon was too hard on her.  Says Council minutes, constitution and his contract should always be with the Regent.  Miss McMakin will remove furniture soon.  Plans a history of the Association. ER-11, p. 162","A.L.S. Cape May. Asks him to send the Regent a copy of the constitution and forward her mail to her in Berkeley Springs. ER-16, p. 48","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Will not risk health again by living at Mount Vernon, will remove papers and effects, undecided where to go.  Mr. Halsted's kindness to her nephew Clarence.  Mrs. Morse \"at bottom\" of attacks on the Regent. Neighbor trying to control Mount Vernon boat line, joins with Mrs. Briggs in the press criticism.  Mrs. Berghmans' and Col. Forney's defense.  George Childs of the Philadelphia Ledger prints 1000 copies of the Report for free. Wants a history of the Association written and names those qualified to write it.  Mrs. Lincoln Phelps wishes to write the Regent's biography for \"True Woman.\" ER-11, p. 163","A.L.S. West Point. Communicated contents of his letter of the 4th to Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell.  Comments on drawing off the bank fund.  Her committee will meet in New York in 2 weeks.  Hopes for money from crops and visitors during inauguration year.  Has many copies of Mrs. Barry's report.  Refers to boat contract with Mr. Sykes, surveyor to settle boundaries of wharf.  Refers him to charter and constitution of the MVLA. ER-18, p. 13","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Embossed letter initials from stationary cut out.  Sorry he has had such a hard time at the job so far with so many complications. Now he controls the money. Gives further instructions regarding handling of money and says Miss Cunningham needs to give him the key to the safe. Hopes to see him when she is in Washington and that he is doing well. ER-18, p. 243","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Returns Miss Cunningham's letters.  Regrets the \"disagreeable\" people at Mount Vernon. Disapproves of Miss McMakin's action.  Hopes Miss Cunningham will find residence somewhere else soon.  Suggests he take rooms at neighbor Gibbs' house. Criticism of MVLA's present condition. ER-14, p. 59","Draft. Concerning Mount Vernon as her life's work and writing a history of the Association. ER-2, p. 241","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Understands he is now the only person in charge of money for Mount Vernon. Asks if the bank will honor a check for her salary signed by the Regent. Does not know when she will return to Mount Vernon because the Regent's plans are so uncertain. Asks him to forward the manuscript Minutes of last Council to her. ER-16, p. 49","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Mrs. Phelps' article in periodical \"True Woman\" established by Washington ladies at 50 cents.  Regent suggests compiling brief history of MVLA for the archives. To be prepared later.  Hopes to visit Baltimore.  Mr. Childs of Philadelphia prints 1000 copies of Report for distribution. ER-2, p. 239","A.L.S. Berkeley Springs. Sad to hear of Mrs. Riley's death. Hers and an infant of \"West\" are the only deaths at Mount Vernon since the MVLA took over in 1860. Wants more copies of the report.  Considers a winter at Georgetown to complete Mount Vernon work. Is distressed to hear visitors are asking to see her portrait. She would like it locked in a closet for no one to see. Considers it a nice piece of art, but not a good likeness of her. Visits Mrs. Lincoln Phelps of Baltimore, who is writing Regent's biography for \"True Woman.\" ER-11, p. 165","A.L.S. Stratford. Advises him to tell Mary McMakin she is simply the Regent's servant. Instructs on method of paying the Regent. Association does not wish Mary McMakin to return to Mount Vernon except with Regent.  Does not want dinners in the Mansion.  Thinks of calling \"dinners\" luncheons and serving them in another house. The arbor for picnics, can serve ice cream, coffee, cake.  Mentions an article, thinks not written by Regent.  Received the Report, better than expected. ER-18, p. 15","A.L.S. Re difficulties with Miss McMakin and her retirement from Mount Vernon.  ER-7, p. 143","Draft. In reply to her request for copies of some of Everett's lectures, says he never gave but one address, repeated many times, and that was never published.  Reviews Everett's part in Association's history. Suggests printing it for benefit of Association. ER-2, p. 241","Fragment, incomplete letter. Mount Vernon has truly become a part of her life.  Thinks the constitution an imperfect instrument.  Barn and stables need repairs.  Hopes Sarah is more useful and McMakins do not disturb him. ER-14, p. 59","A.L.S. New York. Letter with Regent's \"characteristic document\" received.  He is not to sign Miss McMakin's orders.  Counsels on Miss Cunningham's retirement.  Pleased with his report.  Will be in Washington in November. ER-18, p. 245","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent sends several copies of \"True Woman\" with Mrs. Phelps' article on the Association. Several inaccuracies as Mrs. Phelps did not consult Regent.  Columns of this periodical open to the Association. ER-2, p. 243","A.L.S. Colross. Miss Cunningham desires to return to Mount Vernon.  Hollingsworth says matters go well at Mount Vernon and Council is planned for the near future.","A.L.S. Stratford. Received the report, glad he took out salary, should take it each month.  Hopes to have meeting in New York,  has backing of Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell.  Criticism of the Regent.  Calls attention to an error of $1.00 in his accounts. ER-18, p. 16","A.L.S. Hopes to take her husband's family to Mount Vernon and that some distinguished group will also be visiting. Would be pleased to have him and Mrs. Hollingsworth call.  Miss McMakin's note says the Regent found ladies more conservative than she feared. ER-14, p. 61","A.L.S. Regent acknowledges receipt of his letter to Mrs. Mason in reply to hers asking extent of Mrs. Mitchell's action in financial affairs of Association.  Regent unwilling that any intimation of irregularity should reach public before next Council may act.  Explains \"Regent's fund\" which she may draw on. ER-16, p. 51","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re results of Mrs. Phelps' article. Cites article in Philadelphia Ledger and a Washington paper. Suggests they get subscribers for \"True Woman.\" ER-2, p. 245","A.L.S. Stratford. Re hanging chandelier, measurements of room for a lounge.  Must furnish state rooms first.  Suggests furnishings for Mrs. Washington's sitting room, andirons, tongs, fender, papering, etc.  Has no authority from Regent \"to do anything to the room.\" ER-18, p. 14","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him for \"orders\" received and for information on Georgetown. Some other plan will need to be adopted. ER-16, p. 52","A.L.S. Sent article on Mount Vernon and Regent to Mr. Childs, editor of The Ledger.  Refers to article in \"True Woman.\"  Comments on women's rights. She is 80 years old, advises Regent to think little of her ills, so much yet for Regent to do, and she seems to grow younger in her work. ER-13, p. 35","A.L.S. Asks for copies of article on Mount Vernon to share with others. Comments on women's suffrage and universal suffrage in America and England. ER-13, p. 38","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Has asked Mrs. Hudson down to try and raise several hundred dollars for the MVLA as \"she is new to the work and realms, while we olders are broken down by sad experiences…\"  Has also asked Miss Cunningham to release several hundred dollars to Hollingsworth. Advises him to consult with Mr. Brooks re an appropriation for the year.","A.L.S. Stratford. Declares $853.56 was Regent's expenses. Complete Mount Vernon expense was $5000.  Hopes to meet Mrs. Mitchell and other Vice Regents.  If she resigns she will state why in newspapers.  Criticism of Regent. Superintendent is sole treasurer of Association's money, and only one to draw money for Regent.  Hopes Knight Templars visit estate as they plan to Appeal to Masons for endowment fund.  People like to buy pots of flowers at Mount Vernon. Advises pink Oxalis. ER-18, p. 17","A.L.S. She is not well and declines to write article glorifying Masonry.  Approves plan to raise money for monument to Washington. Suggests Mrs. McThay write the article.  Miss Emily Faithfull of England reform party lectures in Baltimore and wishes literature on Mount Vernon.  ER-13, p. 39","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon. Feels she should be made to leave at \"slightest intimation of her Council.\"  Feels Mrs. Eve's disagreement with her is highly personal and harmful to MVLA. Miss McMakin's, however, she feels is not, and is only meant to help the MVLA through a troubled time.","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill. Discusses Miss Cunningham's health and common knowledge of her excessive use of drugs.  MVLA's financial matters - wonders if complaints about Miss Tracy were valid.  Friends of hers pledged $150 to Mount Vernon as they were so impressed with the mansion and with Hollingsworth, who feels he is being spied upon.  Feels Miss Cunningham is beginning to cost Mount Vernon some of its friends and allies.","Copy. Appointed him Resident Secretary to live at Mount Vernon, to have exclusive control of Mansion and general care of the Estate. Also to employ and supervise employees, to receive money from boat and sales, to keep accounts at all times open to Regent and the Board, to report on same, to be empowered to draw on funds with consent and signature of Treasurer and chairman of the Committee. $2000 bond required. Signed by members of the committee. ER-8, p. 209","Copy. Special Committee of Vice Regents met to discuss reduction in Regent's active duties making it no longer necessary for her to live at Mount Vernon. Signed by several Vice Regents including Georgia, Wisconsin, Maine, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York. ER-8, p. 207","A.L.S. Had committee meeting at Hoffman House, and a legal meeting to prepare the Superintendent's commission. Vice Regents from Georgia, Connecticut, and Wisconsin present. Commission prepared by Mr. Sweat and Mr. Halsted of the Advisory Committee, latter was presen. Comments on its relation to the Regent's powers at Mount Vernon.  Superintendent is to have provisions from the estate, one room in Mansion or Office, draw his salary monthly.  Comments on prospects for bequests.  Judge and Mrs. Comegys agree with Committee.  Asks him to burn this letter.  Will send copy of his commission. ER-18, p. 19","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Held an informal committee meeting in New York with Mr. Halsted of the Advisory Committee. Drew up plan of action that Mrs. Hudson has already communicated to him. He is allowed for his \"own use, milk, butter, etc. from farm--indeed all the products in reasonable quantities for use of yourself and family according to 1st agreement made not signed.\"  Will see him in another month. ER-18, p. 258","A.L.S. Hillside. Regent has not decided whether her future home will be in Baltimore or Florida.  Council of June 1872 appoints a committee to meet November 8 to consider future care of Mount Vernon.  Advisory Committee defines Superintendent duties to relieve the Regent of many duties and obligation to be at Mount Vernon except when presiding at Council.  Mr. Corcoran's valuable assistance in this adjustment.  Climate very hard on the Regent, also difficult for Vice Regents meeting there. ER-8, p. 204","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends copy of commission.  Chairman Mrs. Mitchell will send original.  Tells him he has greater authority than Regent, Vice Regents or any other person.  He may use Mount Vernon products as needed.  The \"World\" has a report of the committee meeting. Sends him clipping to send to Regent.  His October report was better than expected.  Wants Washington relics for Mount Vernon.  Expects flag and staff for February 22.  Treat Mary McMakin as Regent's servant. ER-18, p. 21","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Wishes to discuss difficulties before the coming Council.  Miss Cunningham stays in Philadelphia on the doctor's orders.  Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Brooks suggest Mr. Hollingsworth for Superintendent position. Hardships in a winter Council, frozen river, Mansion's lack of heat, bedding, carpets, furniture, crockery, etc. ER-2, p. 247","A.L. Copy. Hillside. Says Vice Regents have resolved never to meet at Mount Vernon in summer.  No Vice Regent desires to take honor or position from the Regent, but because of failing health to relieve you of duties.  Council of 1872 appointed an \"able and most zealous committee\" and Mr. Hollingsworth  as \"secretary and treasurer.\"  Mr. Corcoran's valuable aid and advice in this adjustment.  Discusses date of Council, Vice Regents furnishing their rooms.  Fowler, James and Kirkland gave 10 iron settees worth $12.  Gift of $20, so has finished paying plumber's bill on furnace, etc. ER-8, p. 211","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Plans for Mrs. Halsted's coming visit. ER-2, p. 251","A.L.S. Sorry he is confused about matters with Miss Cunningham who at Council was voted to receive $1500, \"done with a moral obligation put upon her\" to leave Mount Vernon. Discusses use of several Mansion rooms.  Letter from \"Mrs. Gen. Lee\" gives sideboard, two knife cases to Mount Vernon and refers to disposition of Patent Office relics.  Sends $5 to Mount Vernon fund.  Plans to place photograph of Mrs. Lewis (from Stuart's painting) in her bedroom.  Has not heard from Miss Cunningham in a long time. W-94","A.L.S. Disappointed Mrs. Halsted cannot come for consultation.  Miss McMakin may take a government position.  Regrets Mrs. Barry's absence from next session. ER-2, p. 253","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to see Mrs. Mitchell in Washington. Mrs. Hudson reports Mitchell and Comegys saw Regent in Philadelphia and she does not intend to return to Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 36","A.L.S. She and Mrs. Comegys met with Regent in Philadelphia and planned for Regent's retirement. Great consideration to be shown her. ER-18, p. 252","A.L.S. Colross. Has heard from Hollingsworth that the Regent is coming to Mount Veron.  Suggests the $1500 from the MVLA he has forwarded to her be withdrawn unless she leave Mount Vernon and avoid MVLA matters.","A.L.S. Dover. Asks him to endorse enclosed letter to Miss Cunningham. Understands Miss Cunningham is quite offended at her. ER-5, p. 217","A.L. Incomplete. Written on House of Representatives letterhead. Probably written by Mrs. Mitchell. Asks about Mr. Cooke as the Association's banker. Executive Committee has the right to know what funds the Association has. The Regent's health prevents her attending to future business. She has written several of the Ladies to raise money \"to keep you along - until you can make more income.\" Efforts to get Washington's clothing and other articles from Patent Office. Professor Henry promised to send model of Bastille and other articles. There is now a business committee who hold themselves responsible for proper use and care of any articles acquired. Boxes in outbuildings may contain some of Washington's papers and books.  ER-5, p. 62","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent is in Washington and would like to confer with him on \"official affairs.\" Would like a report on Mount Vernon during her absence.  Her illness has made her \"negligent of her official duties,\" but is ready to resume her activities. ER-16, p. 53","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Forwards her son-in-law's proposition, sale of books at Mount Vernon. Wants to send down a greenhouse book and reports to Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham wants to call Council to get funds to run the estate. Asks about present financial state. ER-5, p. 193","A.L.S. Stratford. Tells him to consult with Mrs. Mason who acts for her and Mrs. Mitchell,  and with Mr. Corcoran.  Thinks he can draw interest money from bank. ER-18, p. 22","A.L. Draft. A justification of her actions and admonishing those who oppose her. ER-11, p. 123","A.L.S. Endless repairs at Mount Vernon and difficulties in raising funds are disheartening.  Disagrees with Regent's idea that publishing Mrs. Sweat's father's bequest of $500 would stimulate public's giving.  No response from Knight Templars or Masons.  Mary McMakin holds family reunions at Mount Vernon in winter.  Gives her opinion of why Miss McMakin and mother were chosen to stay at Mount Vernon.  Hopes Regent will adjust unfortunate affairs and an investigation be made. ER-17, p. 179","A.L.S. Chesnut Hill.  Discusses upcoming election and a visit with her son. Could not meet with Mrs. Eve because she was ill. Wishes Miss Cunningham would stay in Philadelphia. Discusses Constitution drafted by Mr. Petigru.","A.L.S. Tuesday. Sends her a letter from Mr. Shides (Strider?) in reference to an advance of $5000.  Suggests a payment to McMakins. ER-14, p. 63","A.L.S. Monday. After sending her a \"budget\" at Willard's, she received a message from Mr. D. about relics and advises prompt action. ER-14, p. 63","A.L.S. Thursday. Asks him to drop her a line. Hopes to hear of Mrs. M. (Mitchell?). Has advised the Regent not to return to Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 57","A.L.S. Tuesday the 10th. In his note he did not mention the note she sent enclosing $5 for the MVLA. She needs the Regent's signature for funds but does not know where she is. Wants to know if she has decided to stay away from Mount Vernon. Discusses her dislike of Miss McMakin and Miss Cunningham's retirement. ER-14, p. 61","A.L.S. Thursday. Re the servants, his new responsibilities, and $1500 allowed to Miss Cunningham and freedom given her. ER-14, p. 55","A.L.S. Asks him to assist Miss Cunningham in getting away.  Feels herself inefficient in aiding him. ER-14, p. 57","A.L.S. Staten Island. Friday the 23rd). Is returning to Colross soon and is anxious to hear of Miss Cunningham and the departure of the \"obnoxious family.\" Hopes Miss Cunningham will not return until things are better between her and Council. Mrs. Sweat said her story of Miss Cunningham differs from Mrs. Hudson but she believes this is a misunderstanding. ER-14, p. 61","A.L.S. Doubts she will be able to attend meeting of the Association. Gives Mrs. Chace her proxy since they are on the same committee.","A.L.S. August. Details of Miss Cunningham leaving Mount Vernon and turning over responsibilities to Hollingsworth. They are now moving in the right direction. For so long her illness prevented better direction of Mount Vernon's affairs to the detriment of the public's opinion, \"it is not too late for you to regain the respect of the public \u0026 suspended love of the Ladies (who could not longer be held up for public ridicule) who were fond of their Regent \u0026 so devoted to her comfort, that they forbore long in interfering.\"","A.L.S. Jacksonville.  Divisive measures not pleasant but necessary. She is now chairman of the Executive Committee but wishes to run all major issues by the Regent first. \"Will you let me be your friend?\" Approves of Colonel Hollingsworth who seems to be a gentleman. He has had to redo some of the goverment's previous work at Mount Vernon. Thinks the public will view them better now \"that we have a man at the head of the working department.\" Asks approval to move idle funds under the care of Mr. Cooke over to the endowment fund.","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Was unable to see Mr. Cooke.  Requests him to join her in Washington.  Mr. Hollingsworth is at the forefront because of present lack of MVLA popularity. Sees no need for a Council. ER-18, p. 244","A.L.S. House of Representatives letterhead. Discusses approaching Congress with a bill for more money. If Miss Cunningham comes to Mount Vernon, he should be polite but firm with her that she cannot stay long and entertain guests. All rooms in the Mansion need to remain open to visitors. ER-18, p. 253","Letterbook copy. Marked \"After Council of 1872.\" She returns a copy of the report she made to Council and retains her own copy.  Found accounting sent to her inadequate and lacking in analysis.  Notes details re household expenses, sales, wages, furniture, etc., so she made only general statements in her report.  Asks about audit of expenses for 1870-71 at informal meeting in New York.  Urges setting up an efficient set of books that can be shown, daily records periodically balanced, report on expenditures.  This will forestall critics.  There was a day by day Record of 1858 Council but no others, which would be invaluable.","A.L.S. Would confine \"action of Council to only absolutely essential points\" already discussed: Regent's salary, committee to authorize use of funds and income, reports on exact conditions, attempting to pay all bills for a few years.  Will send Mrs. Chace's proxy.  Suggests Mr. Hollingsworth should be called \"Residential Secretary\" of the MVLA, not Superintendent. ER-18, p. 121","A.L. Draft. Miss Cunningham asked for legal opinions on the MVLA Constitution years ago including David Paul Brown, a well-known lawyer from Philadelphia. It has also been discussed by Mr. Comegys, Mr. Hudson, etc. Her brother left Mount Vernon, her mother is ill but will leave soon when she can or be \"carried in her coffin - either way - I hope the Ladies will then be satisfied.\" Regrets that she and other Vice Regents did not approve of her recent Report. ER-11, p. 203","A.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Mitchell may have Mrs. Mason as Chairman. Mr. Hollingsworth states Mount Vernon funds are gone. No money to pay for anything for past the month. ER-18, p. 23","A.L.S. Will not be at Council, plans to go to Europe.  Re change in Constitution, present amendments, advises continuing present policies, opposes Regent's living at Mount Vernon.  Discipline should be done \"inside our ranks.\"  Re withdrawal of Mrs. Morse and Mrs. LeVert.  She explains in detail her own attitudes toward present difficulties in MVLA.  Thinks efforts should be centered on supporting Mr. Hollingsworth.  The present not a good time for suggesting changes. ER-18, p. 119","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Thinks Regent is right about chairman and committees.  She is on Committee for defining duties of Superintendent, and Regent holds power.  Suggests asking Regent to call Council and present the idea of regular Committee meetings \"on all matters separately.\"  Discusses current accounting of money.   Plans to go to Europe but will leave Mrs. Sweat as her proxy. ER-18, p. 203","A.L.S. Albion House, Baltimore. Writes for her mother, who is in Baltimore for medical treatment.  Mrs. Mason approves Mrs. Hudson's plan and also of advising with Mr. Corcoran. ER-14, p. 63","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Interpretation of her committee work differs from Regent's.  Will write Mr. Cooke to allow him to draw on funds except endowment and monument funds.  Asks him to ask Mrs. Sweat if Mrs. Mitchell is chairman of Committee on Secretaries or Executive Committee.  Writes of Regent's retirement and use of funds, disposition of Regent's boxes.  Wants Regent to call Council. ER-18, p. 204","A.L.S. Portland. Even if Hudson, Mitchell and Sweat could present plan to reorganize Mount Vernon more efficiently, all Vice Regents would not be of their opinion.  Presents a letter to Hollingsworth for Mrs. Hudson to read and forward.  Regent agrees to give Mr. Hollingsworth Mount Vernon funds.  His commission was one Mrs. Hudson saw in New York, and was drawn up by herself.  Minutes should be copied for each Vice Regent but failed to get it done at last Council. Only two copies of 1870 Minutes made up in rough fashion before Council of 1872.  Re authorizing for investments and drawing money given to the Regent and by a Finance Committee.  Sends her some amendments and her proxy.  Discusses Regent's residence at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 123","A.L.S. Portland. Urges him to assume all the authority of title Resident Secretary given him by action of commission from the Committee and authorized by Grand Council.  Miss Cunningham's retirement planned.  His \"present pecuniary deficiency is annoying.\"  ER-18, p. 124","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Regent gives order to Mr. Cooke for small amount. Plans for Miss Cunningham's retirement as Regent. ER-18, p. 205","A.L.S. He doesn't have authority to do anything about books. Doubts Regent will come back to Mount Vernon. Discusses Mr. Wineberger working on accounts. They will share glory of \"that money adventure.\" Always consult the Regent when it is her right under the constitution. ER-5, p. 193","A.L.S. Jacksonville. The Executive Committee formed to hire a Superintendent to assure he had full power at Mount Vernon and that he did his duties. Vice Regents had reasonable complaint with Regent, for she allowed Mount Vernon to fall into deterioration, and willheld financial matters from the Board therefore they have taken it on themselves to correct certain problems.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Defense of her own actions as Regent.  She never failed to report finances at Council. Implies that as Chairman of the Executive Committee, Mrs. Mitchell has illegally usurped Regent's duties and such a position in the MVLA was not ever defined. ER-11, p. 167","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham wishes to consult Mrs. Halsted.  Frozen river prevents her from getting papers at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 255","A.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Regent's cotton mill burnt. Received iron settees for Mount Vernon. Engravings framed.  Rembrandt Peale's heirs offer Association \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting. Barlow's estimate for repairing this painting.  Masonic contributions for flag staff. ER-6, p. 2","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Wrote to Regent trying to bring her to terms, plans for her retirement, her boxes to be in safe keeping until sent to her.  Needs Mrs. Mason's and Mrs. Hudson's consent to plan. ER-18, p. 206","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Likes amendments, thinks they need strong backing of Vice Regents if presented to Council.  Has written Regent, encloses this letter for her and Mrs. Sweat to read and forward to Hollingsworth to read and forward to Regent. ER-18, p. 207","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Change in financial affairs of Peale heirs may affect gift of picture.  Mentions depleted finances of Association. Some Vice Regents suggest change in constitution. Asks for information re meeting in New York. ER-2, p. 257","A.L.S. San Rafael. Illness interrupts her work.  Will publish every statement that can do justice to Mount Vernon cause.  Received report of last Council. ER-8, p. 252","A.L.S. Stratford. Wants Mr. Halsted to see Mrs. Mason who thinks as she does re Regent.  Mr. Halsted will claim flag staff from Robeson. Mrs. Halsted has procured 10 iron settees, also received notice that Peale heirs have given the painting to the MVLA.  Wants accounts kept exactly.  Suggestions for calling Council.  He will soon receive a letter which he is to read and send Regent. He has authority to draw on endowment fund and its interest.  His reports to be sent to the Chairman of the Committee.  Suggests borrowing $300 from Mr. Corcoran. ER-18, p. 25","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Has not heard from Regent re application to Congress, probably thinks the time for it not good. ER-18, p. 208","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Sweat and Hudson think Regent should be pressed to call Council this spring before Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell leave for Europe.  Thinks Council could do little about Regent's retirement.  He has accounting of money collected at Mount Vernon, papers belonging to Miss Cunningham, appropriation for her while living away from Mount Vernon.  Hopes for contribution from Masons. ER-18, p. 209","A.L.S. Letter adhered to larger sheets - cut from a scrapbook. Portland. A contradiction of charges made by The Boston Globe against the MVLA.  Feels that in the face of several hostile attacks upon the Association she ought not to remain silent. It was necessary for MVLA to charge admission to Mount Vernon to keep up the estate.  The MVLA has never done anything to destroy the integrity of the Mansion nor will it. They cannot furnish house exactly as it was since they hold few original pieces.  Defends the ladies in their efforts against charges of being incompetent and unreasonable.","A.L.S. Newark. Re iron settees, gift of Messrs. Fowler, James \u0026 Kirkland.  Engravings shipped, gift of S. T. Gordon.  Framed card for Lafayette room shipped.  Discusses flag staff. ER-6, p. 2","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. His report is gratifying.  Hopes to hear from him about furnishing the Martha Washington room, wants to occupy it at Council if not already assigned. ER-18, p. 210","A.L.S. Newark. Collecting money to restore Rembrandt Peale painting. Barlow will do work for $270. Regent never again to live at Mount Vernon, should retire. Will preside at next Council. Dr. Hodge died. Cotton mill burned. ER-6, p. 3","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plate of Washington Arms. Carving to be done in Washington. Possible loan of one at Mount Vernon. Lossing had his made from a copy loaned by Washington family. ER-2, p. 259","A.L.S. Stratford. Re Washington newspaper account of Committee. Virginia legislature to investigate Mount Vernon affairs.  Approves the appointment and declares Virginia has been derelict in her duties.  Plans for next council, declares the Superintendent has the Regent's favor.  Unfavorable criticism in Boston and Richmond papers.  Hopes Regent will resign.  Will publish Mrs. Halsted's article on Peale painting. ER-18, p. 27","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks how much the Association owes him. Endowment fund interest is available to him. Inauguration time not profitable to Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Halsted thinks Regent wants to resign.  Plans Council for late April.  Approves investigation by Virginia Legislature. Reports Peale heirs' gift of painting. ER-18, p. 26","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Will attend Council and bring English friend who will require a room for one night.  Mentions small items she will bring for her room. ER-18, p. 211","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Hopes to correct mismanagements and continue work quietly.  Plan for Regent's expenses when not at Mount Vernon.  Suggestions for committees to carry on work.  Is quite satisfied with his purchases. ER-18, p. 212","A.L.S. Anticipates no difficulties with Virginia Committee, writes her views on their investigation of Mount Vernon.  Regarding preparations for Council, asks her to act as Secretary of Council pro tem.  Refers to receiving Peale's picture. ER-18, p. 160","A.L.S. Newark. Re Mrs. Mitchell's and Mrs. Sweat's ideas for next Council, money for renovating \"the painting\" should come from north.  She has been absent from Council three years.  ER-6, p. 4","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Re Regent's resignation, appointment of committees, retaining Mr. Hollingsworth, becoming independent of adverse criticism, who has the right to handle funds. Asks her to write a paper on the Association's difficulties to be kept with Mount Vernon records. ER-18, p. 213","A.L.S. Stratford. Re the gift of a flag staff, need for flag. ER-18, p. 28","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges her to call Council in April when weather is mild.  Did not see Miss Cunningham when in Washington, called home suddenly by death of brother.  Did see Barlow about frame and referred him to Mrs. Halsted. ER-8, p. 213","A.L.S. Newark. Gift of settees from Mr. Fowler to arrive next week, with half-dozen door mats from Lord, Robbins \u0026 Co.  Asks for measurements of Banquet Hall, number of stairs in main hall (for carpet and brass preservers), if notice over Lafayette room was replaced with \"framed ticket.\" ER-6, p. 5","A.L.S. New York. Will communicate contents of his letter to Mrs. Sweat, Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Halsted as \"we four pull together.\"  Mrs. Halsted writes Regent re Council, asks if Mr. Sykes will give a parlor for meeting which will be in early May. Will have plan of meeting carefully made, one day in Washington and one at Mount Vernon.  Asks him for short condensed reports for Minutes.  Asks if Regent signed his commission and about the Virginia legislative investigating committee.  Mrs. Sweat was appointed the Secretary of Council last year. If she is absent Mrs. Hudson to act for her.  Accepts his invitation to stay at his home during Council. ER-18, p. 29","A.L.S. Re the location to hang the Peale painting. Thinks Council should be held on May 14. ER-2, p. 261","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Washington, D.C. Formal call to Grand Council May 14. ER-2, p. 264","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham anticipates her visit.  Wants Peale painting hung for Council, presentation by Mrs. Underwood to be held May 13.  Appointment of Mrs. Barnes as Vice Regent for DC. The Vice Regent of West Virginia \"puts down machinations of Briggs and Co.\" ER-2, p. 263","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent desires ladies to assemble at Imperial Hotel on May 13 to decide program for Council. Suggests possible accommodations and boat service. ER-16, p. 58","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. After Vice Regents arrive they will decide on whether sessions will be held in Washington or at Mount Vernon. ER-2, p. 265","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent sends extracts from a letter received from the Vice Regent of West Virginia who is working with legislators in Richmond.  New investigation favors Association. Hopes to silence slanders by investigation and public report. Judge Thomas, a senator (Alexandria resident), on committee to visit Mount Vernon when Council meets, and Governor promises to be there.  Public to be made aware that Association invited the investigation.  Note re vouchers for June payments. ER-16, p. 55","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Asks if Vice Regents have selected their rooms for Council.  Would like Martha Washington room on the third floor. Asks for dimensions so she can furnish it.  Mrs. Halsted discourages work on Mount Vernon lodges. ER-18, p. 214","A.L.S. Stratford. Notifies Mrs. Hudson he is sending check for $200 for flag staff,  will try to raise more. ER-18, p. 30","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Mrs. Hudson's letter reports visit of Investigation Committee to Mount Vernon and results. Suggests holding Council in Washington, Vice Regents paying their own expenses or staying with friends. ER-18, p. 217","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Looks for announcement of date of Council (if one is to be held). Suggests holding it at Mr. Sykes Hotel in Washington and having one of the committee, either Vice Regent Mrs. Eve or Mrs. Comegys go to Mount Vernon and report on its present condition. Other matters to bring before Council including appointment of a standing Executive Committee for general work on whom active duties will devolve until next Council. Thinks another meeting desirable. ER-18, p. 216","A.L.S. Newark. Asks him to take down oil cloth in Banquet Hall to make room for the Peale painting.  Restoration of painting to be done at Mount Vernon by Mr. Harry Barlow in Banquet Hall.  Detailed information re steps to be taken to prepare for the painting restoration. ER-6, p. 6","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Suggests Peale painting presentation have \"national air.\" Invitations to the Governor and Virginia Board.  Mrs. Washington of West Virginia helps adjust difficulties from publicity given \"illegal set\" of legislature and Mr. Sykes employs ex-governor Welles for same. ER-2, p. 267","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent did not receive your letter announcing Mrs. Winthrop's withdrawal. Has been difficult trying to find a new Vice Regent for Massachusetts. ER-16, p. 54","A.L.S. New York. Acknowledges Regent's letter of sympathy on death of her father.  Is moving out of state of Ohio so offers her resignation. ER-2, p. 234","A.L. Betsey Mason writes beginning of the letter and her daughter finishes it. Assures him General Johnson will be cooperative re Mount Vernon affairs.  Sideboard still at Green's warehouse, Alexandria, some old tables, engraving of \"Aunt Lewis\" is a beautiful portrait and she can also get one of her father.  Note in pencil, \"Mrs. Mason's last letter.\" W-94","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Received notice for Council.  In interest of Mount Vernon, makes following suggestions: that growth of organization now demands some changes in administation policy - Vice Regents want, under her leadership, more active participation ER-18, p. 219","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Would prefer that Council be held at the Imperial Hotel.  Funds are low because of a large number of extra expenses over the past year.","A.L.S. San Rafael. Not able to attend next Council so asks Mrs. Comegys to be her proxy. ER-17, p. 186","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Received his \"very satisfactory report\" for March.  Refers to her former letter on plan for coming to Council and she will not shirk her task.  Asks him to engage room for her at Sykes Hotel. ER-18, p. 220","A.L.S. Hillside. Settees and door mats shipped on April 14. Gives donors names.  Hopes Mr. Barlow is getting on with restoring the painting.  Mr. Douglas making frame, also Bible stand, both from black walnut tree grown on Robert Norris' farm. ER-6, p. 8","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mary McMakin write first half of the letter, then Miss Cunningham adds her own comments. Assures Mrs. Halsted she will give her such authority as she desires for coming presentation and program of Peale picture to MVLA. ER-2, p. 269","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Expected to attend Council but cool weather prevents it.  Has sent her views and her proxy to Mrs. Comegys. ER-18, p. 224","A.L.S. Stratford. Goes to Washington.  Mrs. Mitchell wants Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Halsted to meet with her before Council. Asks him to meet her train. ER-18, p. 31","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Will not be at Council but Vice Regents know her views.  Hopes reporters will be admitted to Council.  Association has nothing to hide and prefers world to know all. ER-18, p. 222","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Asks her to help fill vacancy of Vice Regent of Minnesota.  ER-11, p. 170","A.L.S. Newark. Frame for painting under care of Mr. Barlow to be shipped. Received no word of settees. ER-6, p. 9","A.L.S. Detroit. Received notice of meeting the 14th.  Miss Cunningham has twice said she would resign and thinks she will do so at next Council.  Likes Mrs. Hudson's program and thinks she will have little opposition. ER-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Brattleboro. Not able to attend Council on account of her health.  Asks Mrs. Comegys to act as her proxy.  Fear from Regent's not residing at Mount Vernon \"that something has taken place that is not agreeable\" to her. ER-11, p. 232","Feels that unless her health improves, she must resign as Regent.  Officially announces she is no longer able to reside at Mount Vernon.  Did so originally only on a temporary basis.  Mentions her yielding to Vice Regents. She received the $7000 grant from Congress in 1871 and by 1872 when Hollingsworth became Superintendent she left to his care $1272.54 without any debt.  Still just need for funds to keep Mount Vernon adequately maintained. Agrees Mount Vernon will prosper under care of Hollingsworth.","A.L.S. Newark. Frame for Rembrandt painting shipped. Have boxes opened, ready for Mr. Barlow to put picture in frame. ER-6, p. 10","A.L.S. Regent regrets not having seen him but the investigating committee will be at Mount Vernon on Wednesday, and if they are willing to stay over night, Regent asks him to accommodate them.  Governor unable to attend. ER-16, p. 56","A.L.S. Portland. Appointment of Mrs. Hudson as guardian of the Association's records with consent of the Council in the absence of the Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 125","A.L.S. Baltimore. Asks about sending her proxy if unable to attend meeting.  Will vote with Regent. ER-13, p. 32","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Advises several improvements at Mount Vernon including rebuilding and repair of colonnades, flooring of kitchen, and construction of a well.  Recommends these improvements be made with other money than that of revenue of the estate and boats. Praises the employees of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 63","A.L.S. Re Regent's retirement, putting Mount Vernon under charge of Committees empowered by Council to call meetings when necessary. ER-18, p. 223","Committee has engaged Hollingsworth as secretary in charge of affairs at Mount Vernon. He has been satisfactory and committee recommends he be continued in this office. Estate in dilapidated condition, \"having fallen into incompetent hands during the illness of the Regent.\" Difficulties in making the Regent leave. Recommend all rooms in Mansion be open to public. Also build house for Superintendent.  Signed by Martha Mitchell. L-12","Draft of the Council Minutes, May 1873.","Handwritten draft by Mary McMakin. Miss Cunningham's last opening address to Council. ER-8, p. 220","A.L.S. Because of attacks on MVLA, suggest that Miss Cunningham be asked to retire until the Association is freed from charges made against the Board, and that a Regent pro tem and Executive Committee take charge. They agree with W. W. Corcoran that Hollingsworth is the right man for his appointment. Minutes of Council should be carefully recorded. ER-8, p. 122","Draft of the Council Minutes, May 17, 1873.","A.L.S. Dover. Pained to learn of misunderstandings in the Association.  Mrs. Comegys advised Regent to retire for the present.  The superintendency of Mount Vernon is becoming too arduous and exacting for one in her delicate health and with her extremely sensitive nature.  But care should be made so as not to hurt her, \"but for her efforts...there never would have been any such institution...nor any such distinguished body\" as the MVLA.  Note attached from Mrs. Comegys to Mrs. Halsted suggesting Judge Comegys' letter be shown to the Regent.  ER-8, p. 215","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Requests Mrs. Halsted to preside while illness keeps Regent from Council.  (Penciled note on page \"Last letter from Regent from Washington or Mt V.\" ER-2, p. 270","Receipt written by Susan Hudson who sent a copy of Johnson's opinion on Mount Vernon to Miss Cunningham who signed it. ER-11, p. 169","A.L.S. Savannah. Asks Hollingsworth to send to her drawings of the \"Lodges and Gates.\" Thinks she can get a friend to donate $100 for one of the gates.  If no architectural drawings, sketches will be fine. ER-18, p. 225","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Sorry not to attend Council but she was not needed as they \"did splendidly.\"  Called at Mount Vernon Saturday and \"everything in splendid condition.\" ER-18, p. 226","A.L.S. Desire of several Vice Regents and the Regent to change the location of Council as Mount Vernon cannot afford to make accommodations for every Vice Regent. Signed by Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson. ER-18, p. 125","A.L.S. In writing of Mary McMakin. Notification of Grand Council. ER-11, p. 169","A.L.S. New York. Regent permits Mrs. Mitchell's artist friends to remain over night at Mount Vernon and sleep in Washington's room. Will settle expenses.  Daughter will write a fine letter which Mrs.  Mitchell will put in a New York paper.  Expects tablet for schools, gift will come soon. ER-18, p. 227","A.L.S. Newark. Received check for $25.  Mrs. Brooks gave $20 for frame.  Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Halsted started idea of buying Rembrandt Peale painting in 1870, now it is in Mansion and paid for. ER-6, p. 11","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Reply to her letter of the 4th to the Secretary of the Interior, re moving relics from Patent Office to Mount Vernon.  Understands Vice Regents favor returning to Arlington House those taken from there during Civil War.  Liggett favors sending all to Mount Vernon with understanding none be returned to Lee family.  Asks MVLA for such statement.  Note in pencil says Vice Regents refused. W-94","A.L.S. Palmetto. Family friend of Miss Cunningham, initials A.M. Cannot join her for a trip South for family reasons.  Asks her to send her some newspapers from Washington, D.C. Sorry Miss Cunningham had to resign as requested but glad such a capable woman could take over for her.","A.L.S. Imperial Hotel, Washington, D.C. Requests payment of bill for services in application to General Assembly on interference of vested rights. ER-5, p. 64","A.L.S. New York. Pleased with \"account of your gathering.\"  Asks for plan for gates, would like all matters about these settled before she leaves New York. Plans for Lodges can be sent her in Milwaukee. ER-18, p. 228","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for her report.  Her father gives $1000 to pay off indebtedness and the rest goes to endowment funds.  Mr. Hollingsworth's reports shows Mount Vernon balance of $93.79.  Miss Cunningham wishes her farewell address published.  She thinks it is a mistake at this time, may print at her own expense and let Miss Cunningham distribute as she wishes.  Being Regent takes much time.  Declares how her own report is not as good as last one by Mrs. Barry.  Asks for room she may furnish and receives list of vacant rooms with dimensions.  Mrs. Lee will not turn Washington relics over to Mount Vernon from Patent Office, but when this personal property is returned to her, will make gifts, has given two pieces of furniture already.  Mr. Childs gives $500 to endowment.  Minutes printed by General Barnes.  Approves cot beds for Council.  Fragments of anothe letter in folder. ER-8, p. 217","A.L.S. Charlestown. Wrote Captain Frank re boat service as she plans to take about six relatives of Washington to spend the night at Mount Vernon.  Plans other excursions to raise funds. ER-14, p. 118","A.L.S. Misunderstanding re Vice Regent rooms.  Unfortunate that Mrs. Hudson put her name over door upstairs and not starting work in lower parlor or giving up room to Illinois. Mrs. Eve still insists she selected the parlor when Association first began furnishing the Mansion.  Sorry Mrs. Sweat read the confidential letter to Mrs. Halsted.  Mrs. Yulee has central hall and Mrs. Walker's room on other side.  Hall left with original flooring.  Comments on Mrs. Pitch's memorial gateway, brick walls from each side of garden to gate.  Council gave Hollingsworth $100 gift and two weeks vacation.  Council was pleasant, much work done, largest attendance on record. ER-18, p. 229","A.L.S. New York. Would have preferred an official report from her signed, a copy for each Vice Regent to have published in her local papers.  Should hint at plan of Finance Committee. Former neglect that now requires large investments.  Wants an official statement from Regent for general distribution. ER-18, p. 230","A.L.S. Impending visit of the Committee of the Virginia legislature. Carpet has not arrived. ER-5, p. 70","A.L.S. New York. All shocked at Vice Regent Halsted's giving confidential letter to Council.  Likes Mrs. Halsted but \"she does not quite take in the genius and spirit which should guide us.\"  Now past the begging stage, may seek particular objects but work should be quietly done always to restore to Washington's period.  All commended Mr. Hollingsworth and Major Blake.  Mrs. Berghmans presided.  Will write the Superintendent for drawing and estimates of gateway and send to Mrs. Hudson or Mr. Fitch. ER-18, p. 231","A.L.S. New York. Wrote on the 12th re plans for Gates and Lodges. Wants to arrange with an Iron Co. to make gates.  Asks for dimensions of room Mrs. Hudson occupied at last Council as she wishes to furnish it.  Grand Master of Wisconsin Lodges asked Masons to erect a mausoleum for Washington at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Pair of mules purchased. ER-5, p. 65","A.L.S. New York. Regrets Mrs. Hudson was not at Council.  \"Feeling of kindness pervaded all.\"  Selection of rooms discussed, some question re \"old Council room,\" whether assigned to Mrs. Eve or Mrs. Hudson. Public more interested in results of furnishing. ER-18, p. 235","A.L.S. Newark. Re their discussion on the colonnades she wished rebuilt of iron, an exact imitation of the present ones.  Wants data re architectural merchants and drawings for same.  Has the Rembrandt Peale painting been received?  Has window been filled in with brick to protect painting from rain?  What does public think of it?  Thinks Congress will be asked for $10,000 for restoration of barns, stables, etc.  Mr. Halsted is one of four appointed to purchase Washington Headquarters in Morristown for State Historical Society. Went with him and hopes to get the mirror Washington used. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him for names of Knight Templars in Stratford, will seek Masonic aid for Mount Vernon.  Asks if work on his house is satisfactory, other details of repairs noted, papers to be cared for.  Judge Thomas sends Peale deed. Act making the Superintendent the conservator of peace.  Tells him to have badges made for servants.  All of former Regent's papers are to be carefully guarded at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 42","A.L.S. Stratford. Refers to Regent's retirement and letters from new Regent who is struggling with Mount Vernon's financial problems.  Urges him to answer letters promptly.  Says Judge Thomas will make him \"Conservator of the Peace.\" ER-18, p. 33","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Printed Miss Cunningham's Farewell Address on slips at her own expense and sends to Miss Cunningham for distribution as she sees fit.  Mr. Sykes' bill for Miss Cunningham, maid, secretary and friend from 1869-71, $227.37 to be settled. Salary in arrears of $501 paid. ER-8, p. 221","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Receipts at Mount Vernon good. Can pay him arrears salary. Drought affects fruits. ER-5, p. 65","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Authorizes payment of a bill as superintendent he is now attending to such matters. ER-16, p. 57","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Digging of new well. ER-5, p. 65","A.L.S. Portland. Instructs him on behalf of the Executive Committee not to copy Council Minutes into \"the Book,\" but to see if he has any papers re previous Councils or records from which data can be made.  Mr. McDermott might be employed on such papers.  Asks for data on Regent's permit to reduce fares, on Alexandria gate and passengers, carelessness of Captain in handling passenger accounts. ER-18, p. 127","A.L.S. Newark. Colonnades restoration, plans for Peale painting, and pedestals.  Mansion and cottages, directions for painting roofs.  Flag and flag staff for public.  Mansion, heating system, anthracite coal.  Malarial infection. ER-6, p. 13","A.L.S. San Francisco. Realized arduous duties of Regent had encroached too much on her time and health, but still was \"startled\" at idea of change of Regent. Assures Miss Cunningham her official and personal relations with her have been most pleasant. ER-8, p. 253","A.L.S. Tallahassee. Has just read of Miss Cunningham's resignation and Mrs. Berghman's appointment . The first notice of MVLA she has seen since the war and wonders if it means a reorganization.  Sends notice of Mrs. Murat's death and obituary written at that time. ER-10, p. 99","A.L.S. Dover. Seconds her views re Mount Vernon restorations.  Sends picture of Summer House which he carefully made in 1855. Can depend upon its accuracy in form, proportions, etc. Comments on his drawings and engravings of South end of Mansion with portico. May have original drawing.  Asks if Miss Cunningham has retired.  Advocates reproducing original colonnade, also Summer House. ER-7, p. 284","A.L.S. Healing Springs, Virginia. Rembrandt Peale painting, plans for rebuilding colonnades and lost Portico by library. Hopes Mr. Corcoran will rebuild Summer house. \"Arrow\" not considered seaworthy by many. Miss Cunningham reportedly insulting to some visitors in previous years. Many anxious to visit Mount Vernon frequently if any safe means of transportation were available. ER-6, p. 14","A.L.S. Healing Springs, Virginia. Mrs. Briggs to write article contradicting report to Mrs. Halsted and others of morning conference with Vice Regents re the Regent. Surgeon General Barnes is to furnish flag and flagstaff. ER-6, p. 15","A.L.S. Stratford. Hears often from Mrs. Berghmans about her work. Increasing endowment fund, news about Mr. Sykes' hotel bill, the money to be paid Miss Cunningham and the desk she is to have.  Instructions for making furniture. Mrs. Farnsworth pleased with last Council proceedings and approves Mrs. Berghmans for Regent.  Right of Regent to send investigating committee to Mount Vernon.  Refers to Mrs. Sweat's letter to Miss Cunningham forwarded to Superintendent to send to Regent.  Finds Charter does not permit Regent to send investigating Committee. ER-18, p. 35","A.L.S. Stratford. Refers to sickness at Mount Vernon. Keeping the place clean. Asks if Old Jim is still alive. Send regards to Sarah and Nathan. Wrote Regent of plan to put plates on furniture with donor's name and history. ER-18, p. 37","A.L.S. Torrisdale. No money to rebuild Summer House and colonnades.  Superintendent's receipts only offset expenditures.  Bank balance was $20 at last Council.  To meet amount owed Miss Cunningham she borrowed from the endowment gift of her father.  Suggests Vice Regents become active for endowment to provide for needed repairs.  Mrs. Thomson promises $250 and expects more subscriptions.  Miss Cunningham misunderstood Mr. Corcoran in re to rebuilding Summer House.  Her report seems to have brought subscriptions - sent whole edition, 100 copies of Miss Cunningham's farewell address to her.  Question of $1000 appropriation for history of the Association.  Aims to have a substantial endowment by next Council.  Questions of rebuilding colonnades and Portico in wood or iron. ER-8, p. 223","A.L.S. Stratford. Re letters from the Vice Regents for him to read and forward one to Regent and take note for Mr. Cooke.  Asked Mrs. Sweat to copy Resolution from Minutes on appointment of Committee, to take to Mr. Cooke with voucher from Mrs. Mitchell, which gives Superintendent the \"power of Treasurer.\" Asks him to pay with checks.  Refers to key to safe. ER-18, p. 34","A.L.S. Re excursions to Mount Vernon by boat. ER-18, p. 133","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Visited Mount Vernon, grounds in order, house neat.  Withdrew Masonic fund of $822.04 from J. Cooke \u0026 Co and invested in government bonds.  Commends her not voting on Miss Cunningham's salary. Supposed her dependent on salary.  Mrs. Eve recommends a Vice Regent for Tennessee and Mrs. Halsted one for Virginia.  Asks propriety of making appointments while Regent is pro tem.  Hollingsworth reports $26.69 balance.  Will start rebuilding Summer House only if Mr. Corcoran finances it.  Decides to furnish room next to Lafayette Room or one across from it. ER-8, p. 229","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Pleased with his work. Discusses possibility of selling pears from Mount Vernon. Expects to visit the estate soon. Is a gardener needed? ER-5, p. 67","A.L.S. Brooklyn, New York. Re transportation for a pedigreed calf that has been given her for Mount Vernon.  Asks about boat contract, the Regent's young husband, etc. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Torrisdale. \"Economical arrangements\" approved. Doctor bill for servants at Mount Vernon. Welsh's application for job of head gardener turned down. Thanks him for use of his horse on the farm. ER-5, p. 67","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Mr. Corcoran's intention to rebuild Summer House. Appointing a new Vic e Regent for Virginia. Finding a purchaser for a painting. Death of Miss Cunningham's mother in South Carolina. Miss Cunningham to be in Washington until November and then to go South. ER-5, p. 11","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Difficulties over getting Mrs. Aaron Brown of Nashville for Vice Regent for Tennessee. Wishes Council at earlier time than June. It was previously made in June to put off Mrs. Chace, or Mrs. Sweat or Mrs. Mitchell. Now that they are all friends, they should consider a healthier time of year. Mrs. Ball seems suitable as a Vice Regent. She has scheme for the colonnades. Wants son-in-law to deliver an address for this project. \"We can have our [Iron ?] colonnades put by Georgia.\" Appointed cousin, ex-governor Jenkins as member of Advisory Committee in her state. Miss Cunningham angry with her. Wishes she had agreed to leave Mount  Vernon when they first talked of it. ER-5, p. 196","A.L.S. Nordington, near Charlestown. Re pedigreed calf. Boat contract and prospective visit to Washington.  Plans for Mount Vernon holiday entertainment. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Leesburg. Accepts the nomination as Vice Regent for Virginia. ER-14, p. 131","A.L.S. Beall-Air. Governor Walker of Virginia wishes to visit Mount Vernon.  Suggests Regent send him an official invitation inviting the Governor of West Virginia at same time.  Recently had a long sad letter from Miss Cunningham. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Governor Walker of Virginia to visit Mount Vernon on November 11. Leaves arrangements for luncheon to the Superintendent. ER-5, p. 69","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Change in Governor Walker's plans. Will arrive on November 19. ER-5, p. 70","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Washington writes that Governor Walker of Virginia will visit Mount Vernon on November 19, asks Mrs. Halsted and her husband to join her there at that time.  Mrs. Ball accepts as Vice Regent for Virginia and Mrs. Brown for Tennessee.  Finds Miss Cunningham invited Governor to visit Mount Vernon in November. ER-8, p. 231","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks Mrs. Comegys for ceding her Mount Vernon room she had chosen. Will endeavor to furnish it appropriately.  Expects Governor Walker will visit Mount Vernon, wants also Judge and Mrs. Comegys, Mr. and Mrs. Halsted, Advisory Committee members resident in Washington, Mrs. Barnes, Mrs. Washington, Mrs. Ball to all come as well. Approves plans for endowment fund. Will ask Miss Cushman to read for it. ER-17, p. 188","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Acknowledges her assistance at last two Councils.  Importance of choosing Vice Regents. Give each a credential card and copy of Record.  Gives brief history of each. Vice Regent for Minnesota filled. Alabama vacant.  Refers to Vice Regents attempts to remove her from office.  Believes she possesses the only true lock of Washington's hair and locket, also Edward Everett's picture.  Discusses New York Vice Regency. Says farewell. ER-2, p. 273","A.L.S. first portion by Mary McMakin with postscript written by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Illness prevents her from starting south.  Asks him to place her papers now sent in trunk with other documents, fasten securely and place in bank vault. Also to pack her personal furniture for shipping. ER-11, p. 177","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. Received his October report. Very gratifying.  Will meet Mrs. Comegys next week in Philadelphia with important papers, one for Regent, one for Hollingsworth.  Later meets Hollingsworth to \"arrange by word of mouth your relation to us\" and future plans.  Vice Regents Eve and Mitchell received letter re Patent Office articles which she thinks can be had for Mount Vernon.  Professor Henry will send Bastille model.  Asks if bedstead, marble top table and mattress from her Washington house reached Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 259","A.L.S. Nordington. Sends note to Major Blake re boat.  Her brother advises buying, not building, a boat. ER-14, p. 121","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Arrangements for luncheon on Wednesday for the Governor of Virginia. ER-5, p. 70","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Will bring wine for the luncheon if he has none provided already. ER-5, p. 71","A.L.S. Hillside. Yellow pine for colonnades. Left plan with Mr. Sykes. Get estimates for colonnades and South End portico. Slate for roofing colonnades. Mr. Barlow to restore painting over mantle in West Parlor. Turkey-red curtains for five windows. Has window behind painting been bricked or plastered? ER-6, p. 16","A.L.S. Hillside. Mount Vernon in excellent order. Wants Mrs. Brooks' proxy while she is in Europe. Has seen Grand Master re Appeal to Masons for endowment fund. Hopes for similar aid in other states. Trying to get money for colonnades thru \"young misses.\" Need 26 pillars at cost of about $10 each. ER-6, p. 17","A.L.S. Leesburg. Visited Mount Vernon, asks for constitution and late reports of Association.  Hopes to secure some relics. ER-14, p. 131","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for 1872 and 1873 reports, also vignette of Mount Vernon. Chronical article about appropriation from Congress and efforts to have appropriation from Congress. Financial condition of the Association. Most of funds used up in paying Miss Cunningham's arrears salary and Mr. Sykes' bills. Securities safe. Unsettled condition of Washington banks since crash. Appointment of a treasurer to be delayed. Hopes Mr. Riggs will again take office. Also includes extracts of letter. ER-5, p. 12 and ER-8, p. 232","A.L.S. Newark. Believes Mr. Riggs to be the better banker, if he will accept treasurer position. Mr. William Pine, Grand Master in New Jersey approves her plan to make appeal to Masons at this time. Plans also to appeal to New York Masons. Still has Mrs. Brooks' proxy for New York. Must know first in whose hands endowment fund will be placed. Possible appeal to Congress for appropriation. Will send list of goods she and Mrs. Eve bought after Council of 1868 to replace Mr. Herbert's goods. Also list of things donated in New York and New Jersey. Lossing's incorrect article in \"The American Historical Record,\" suggests publishing Mount Vernon's history in this magazine in numbers. ER-6, p. 18","A.L.S. Newark. Appeal for endowment fund.  Need $30,000 for support and repairs. ER-6, p. 19","A.L.S. Newark. Received copies of Minutes which have been requested by several Vice Regents.  Hopes death of Regent's father will not cause her to resign.  Suggests Mr. Hollingsworth write notes of thanks for gifts. Much pleased he has been so competent.  Glad she approves plan for collecting fund for colonnades.  Will ask about red chair of Washington.  Window curtain in Patent Office corresponds with the upholstery on chair.  Suggests covering whole Mansion with matting.  Lists Vice Regents who will join Regent in furnishing Mrs. Washington's bedroom.  Old Mansion furniture can be moved to cottage.  New carpet placed in past Regent's bedroom.  Is busy with Appeal to Masons.  Mentions articles sent by free freight. ER-6, p. 21","A.L.S. Rosemont. Letter of condolence for the death of her father. ER-2, p. 275","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.  Re charters, amendment, the way the Congressional bill was put through legislature, John A. Washington's terms for sale and her interview that changed his opinion. Mrs. Ritchie's aid, the New York organization's attitude and query if Mrs. Briggs' attack has caused by changes in Vice Regents' attitude toward Regent.  Asks if Judge Comegys' opinion differs from General Pike's of Pike and Johnson, latter husband of the Vice Regent of Arkansas. ER-17, p. 181","A.L.S. Superintendent was to send Miss Cunningham's trunk of important letters to Alexandria Bank where her fiber trunk is and get receipts for both.  Wishes one bound copy of Mount Vernon Record, vol. 1, publisher gave her. ER-11, p. 155","A.L.S. Annapolis. Has enclosed a copy of the \"Minutes.\"  Talks of furnishing rooms. ER-18, p. 55","A.L. Incomplete letter beginning on page 2. The Regent must not return to Mount Vernon unless she complies with the wishes of the Vice Regents and is Regent in name only. ER-18, p. 33","A.L.S. Regent has named May 14, 1873 for meeting of Council.  Will not mention Mrs. Mitchell and \"prospects of departure.\" ER-8, p. 213","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Mentions previous gifts of Mrs. Lee to Mount Vernon. Thanks her for list of vacant rooms.  Promise of further contributions to endowment fund.  Has finished her report. ER-8, p. 219","A.L.S. Encloses a \"condensed report\" that is nearly identical to the one she will send to the Regent.","A.L.S. Has not heard from Miss Cunningham in a long time.  Writes of Mrs. Lee's relics which she is trying to get for Mount Vernon.  \"The sideboard is here, a tea table and the death-bed furniture\". Thinks Miss Cunningham must have offended the Lee family.  W-194","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Thinks they should get a \"squad\" of soldiers to assist Mr. Hollingsworth with protecting the Mansion and Tomb from vandals. Burglar alarm installed an paid for by Mr. Halsted. Protection of the Tomb is important as people would not visit Mount Vernon if Washington's body was taken. ER-6, p. 175","A.L.S. Newark. Appeal to Masons for endowment fund. Transportation for a cow which has been offered for donation from Adams, New York. Appeals to New York Masons as she still holds Mrs. Brooks proxy. Small bureau shipped, belongs to George Washington in Newburgh headquarters. ER-6, p. 22","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Recommends planting sunflowers in low places to combat malaria. Also recommends planting eucalyptus near river and behind office and gardener's house for health reasons. ER-5, p. 199","Copy. Newark. Report of Board of Visitors (House Doc. 1) received, asks for 6 more copies. ER-7, p. 7","Copy. Newark. Has received from Mr. Hollingsworth the Governor Welles' bill for $200 for \"services rendered on the Mt. Vernon Wharf question.\"  Mrs. Berghman, Acting Regent, is at present incapacitated so offers several methods of meeting this unexpectedly large bill, and asks which will be acceptable to the Governor. ER-6, p. 23","Copy. Re Appeal to Masons in various states for funds and best time to send it out.  Has received gratifying response in New Jersey. ER-6, p. 24","A.L.S. Newark. Re donated cow.  Mrs. Eve thinks pillars for colonnades should be cypress, locust or cedar.  Mr. Halsted thinks red cedar covered with yellow North Carolina pine. ER-6, p. 25","Copy. Mrs. Halsted asks what part her grandmother had in the beginning of plan to purchase Mount Vernon.  Wishes information for the press and time is too limited to write her aunt. ER-8, p. 234","Copy. Newark. Harper's Weekly wishes to print \"a chart showing every particular about it as far as they can get reliable information\" in their February 22 issue.  Asks for recent survey for Governor Welles or any other.  Has a plan of all buildings laid out by Gardener Craig.  Will notify him when \"the remarkable cow\" is shipped (worth $300). ER-6, p. 26","A.L.S. Postcard. \"Look out for the cow,\" soon to arrive by freight from New York.","A.L.S. Postcard. The cow is being sent from New York and will arrive in Washington on January 31.","A.L.S. Rosemont. Portion of the letter cut away. Miss Cunningham says her mother was responsible for the idea of saving Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 190","A.L.S. Newark. The cow was given by Col. Hungerford and was shipped, consigned to James Sykes, whom she has notified.  Urges him to let her know of its arrival. ER-6. p. 28","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Describes cow being sent to Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Hillside. Re shipment of donated cow.  No response from Regent re restoration of colonnades, does not hesitate to have him go ahead with work.  South portico built by Bushrod Washington to go before Council.  Gives estimates for building one and restoring other.  Mr. Halsted adds note re cutting and seasoning post. Includes extract portion of same letter, copied. ER-6, p. 27 and p. 37","A.L.S. Washington. Breaking up her home. Note thanking Mr. Hungerford for \"generous and valuable gift. Mrs. Halsted's appeal to Mason. Her father's death ends her usefulness to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 13","A.L.S. Leesburg. Four poster bed to be sent along with fire irons, two large brass. Mr. Elder, Richmond artist, to paint a large likeness from our miniature. ER-5, p. 73","A.L.S. Newark. Superintendent has estimate for colonnades.  Carpenter for pillars $8 each if we furnish cedar or locust posts. Others are North Carolina yellow pine. More durable than solid pillars, and they would save $52.  Relates incident re Mrs. Ann S. Stephens' offer to write article on Mount Vernon. She will ask aid from Congress if necessary. ER-8, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. In response to Mrs. Halsted's inquiry states her grandmother's part in starting Mount Vernon movement as she has heard it told.  Thinks her cousin William Yancey wrote the first Appeal.  Says her grandmother visited Mpunt Vernon when her aunt Pamela was a few years old. ER-8, p. 234","Copy. Newark. Letter of thanks for article in Harper's Weekly. ER-8, p. 246","A.L.S. Proposed endowment fund. ER-5, p. 15","2 copies, one dated March 7 and the other March 9. Newark. Appeals to him to help support Mount Vernon. Cites generous action of Edward Everett. ER-6, p. 29","A.L.S. Washington. Restoration of colonnades ER-5, p. 17","Copy. Appeals again to New Jersey Masons for contributions to endowment fund. To erect a marble mausoleum over tomb of Washington. ER-6, p. 31","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends needles for Sarah to sew carpet for Superintendent's house, 2 carpets sent via Merchants Line Steamers to Alexandria.  The merchant donates a portion and will visit Mount Vernon.  Hopes that Superintendent's little house will be comfortably furnished. ER-18, p. 38","A.L.S. Washington. Wishes to give Mount Vernon a Masonic apron worn by General LaFayette on his last visit to the US. H-555","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks for measurement of room on second floor, head of stairs on right, above Pennsylvania Room, plans to get  bed and other furniture for it. ER-18, p. 38","A.L.S. Washington. Masonic appeal discussed. ER-5, p. 19","A.L.S. Hillside. Collecting money for repair of colonnades. Hungerford donation of the cow valued at $300. Carpets for cottage. Collections from Masons for endowment fund. No appeals inNew York State yet because new temple not complete, will cost one million. Tin and solder for colonnades. ER-6, p. 32","A.L.S. Newark. Letter from A. McDermett re colonnades.  Mr. Halsted thought all pillars of old colonnade would have to be removed.  Mr. Clare's statement re same.  Regent has authorized Superintendent to proceed with work.  Timber from Mount Vernon to be used. ER-6, p. 33","A.L.S. Stratford. Has not heard from Regent since her bereavement, refers to her wanting a private secretary, paying Governor's bill to former Regent. Will send him some tea plants.  Asks Superintendent \"to lunch\" with Dr. and Mrs. Day at MV and give them a bouquet.  Reminds him he is a Conservator of the Peace for Mount Vernon.  Will be pleased to have flag pole raised. ER-18, p. 39","Copy. Solicits a contribution to endowment fund for Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 34","Copy. Appeal for funds to restore and repair the colonnades and south porch.  Estimate is $400 each.  Mr. Corcoran will rebuild the Summer House. When Association has $50,000 will never again appeal for money. Explains endowment.  Requests Mr. Lennox assist them.","A.L.S. Postcard. She is unable to collect money for colonnade from his subscribers.  Suggests Hollingsworth prepare pillars for colonnade.  If cannot collect money, carpenters will have to be dismissed until it can be collected.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Flag staff sent to Mount Vernon by Mr. Barnes. ER-5, p. 74","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends $1 for a pillar in colonnade in the \"temple of liberty\" in name of E.G. Walker, Detroit\" in response to Mrs. Hudson's solicitations in honor of \"your patriotic suggestion.\"  Twenty-six pillars not all provided for, they should be plain, if iron, painted to simulate marble, name of donor under glass. E-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Postcard. Stratford. Tea plants being sent to Mount Vernon by a Mrs. P. Edmonston of North Carolina.","A.L.S. Letter and copy. Newark. Re flag and staff, supplies for painting roof, collection of $130 for colonnades, funds needed for stone paving blocks, originals from Isle of Wight.  Mrs. Eve says colonnade pillars were once cut onsite. Georgia raised $30 for it.  Mr. Halsted approves raising calf. ER-6, p. 36","Copy. Acknowledges receipt of $10.  Thinks Mrs. Berghmans will not consent to being elected Regent.  Thinks Regent should be an unmarried person, free from family cares.  The Press names Mrs. Brooks of New York.  Thinks Miss Cunningham's choice is Mrs. Ella Washington of West Virginia.  ER-8, p. 236","Copy. Robert Colgate \u0026 Co. gives 500 lbs of Atlantic White Lead in oil, value $55. John Fielder, Princeton, gives red lead for roof.  Has received necessary tin for colonnade roofing, also $100 from James Lenox of New York.  Barrel of oil for roof painting promised. ER-8, p. 236","Copy. Appeals for endowment funds before centennial. One colonnade long since decayed and removed. The other under repair. Every pillar in it decayed. Need endowment of $50,000. Sends him her subscription book. All Washington relics solicited and preserved. ER-6, p. 39","A.L.S. Newark. Received contribution of 500 lbs. white lead in oil and all tin necessary for colonnade. Also promised a barrel of boiled oil for roof-painting, nails. ER-6, p. 41","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Asks height of flag staff. Tin has been shipped. Honorable Seldon T. Scranton has had no acknowledgement for 6 kegs of nails he sent. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Ensign storm flag to be contributed. Look for consignment on next steamer. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. He may call on her any morning to discuss matters he referred to. ER-5, p. 75","A.L.S. Newark. Has shipped one camp bedstead for Lafayette room. Also linen for table and national flag donated by Mrs. McFadden. ER-6, p. 12","Photocopy. Charleston. In regards to a woman she knows who has a room for rent on the second floor of her house. RM-197, ER-2616","A.L.S. Newark. Will not hear of Association owning a steamboat. Must lease the wharf as before. Wharf built with endowment funds, so they are entitled to it. Shocked at article regarding moving body of Washington. Setting straight pillars of colonnade. ER-6, p. 21","A.L.S. Incomplete letter, portion cut away. Detroit. Mrs. Eve reports seeing Mrs. Berghmans who is recovering from an illness.  Thinks she will continue in office if Vice Regents so desire.  There will be a \"dissenting voice.\" ER-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Detroit. Mrs. Berghmans has accepted Regency.  Unable to attend next Council but will try to send \"tangible representative for another pillar.\"  Sends proxy to Mrs. Comegys if she does not attend, then it goes to Mrs. Hudson. ER-17, p. 191","A.L.S. Letter to Superintendent re plans for the visit of the Governor of Virginia and party. ER-5, p. 76","A.L.S. Washington. She and Mrs. Barnes delay visit until Monday. Miss Harper wants to hire set of furniture from Alexandria store for Council. ER-5, p. 77","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Wharf becoming unsafe. Temporary repairs made but more needed.  Colonnades progressing slowly, 13 pillars finished and up.  Reports on cost of colonnades, carpenters, lumber, masonry. ER-6, p. 36","Two letters. First letter: Lyman Sheldon to Gabriel Johnston, A.L.S. Webster. Wishes to borrow the bell of Mary Washington to call guests to dinner at his large 4th of July celebration. Second letter: from Frank Maeler of \"Walter \u0026 Bell\" to Mr. A.P. Rowe, T.L.S. Fredericksburg. Undated. An inquiry into the authenticity of the Mary Washington bell. W-822","A.L.S. San Francisco. Is unable to attend Council in June but encloses proxy as election of Regent is of great concern to her.  Hopes choice will not be made by a minority present even if proxies of others are obtained. Question needs discussion of merits of those best adapted to office.  Brings up constitutional rights of this election.  Favors Mrs. Harper for Regent, gives reasons for choice.  Regrets Miss Cunningham's resignation, suggests an honorary office for her which would give her privileges of Council so far as Constitution would permit this. ER-8, p. 255","A.L.S. San Francisco. Received Miss Cunningham's letter, wrote immediately to Vice Regents Harper and Barry, encloses copy of letter.  Miss Cunningham's confidence is sacred and her letter destroyed, regrets her troubles and is indignant that her labors are so poorly rewarded.  Pamphlets not yet arrived.  Hopes Miss Cunningham will approve the course she has taken. ER-8, p. 254","A.L.S. Newark. Will send $120 needed for colonnades which are to be finished for Council.  Hollingsworth to pay this bill from special fund Mrs. Halsted has agreed to provide.  Notes he has received flag and linen.  A \"lady\" flag-maker offers to make flag for Mount Vernon as a gift. The first flag to be flown from Mount Vernon.  Asks him to unfurl Mrs. McFadden's flag (gift).  Camp bed and moss mattress sent for Lafayette Room and will buy linens.  Note:  Through Mrs. Halsted, Mrs. McFadden donated flag to Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Halsted furnishing Lafayette Room, May 26, 1874. ER-6, p. 37.  With handwritten copy, ER-7, p. 9","A.L.S. Raleigh. Receives official call to Council. Vice Regents to meet on Arrow at 6 p.m. on June 1.  Will have all \"sheeting, toweling and blankets\" needed at Mount Vernon.  Will buy bedstead and mattress in Washington. ER-18, p. 41","A.L.S. Webster.  Dinner of July 4th public, not private.  Also asks Mr. Johnston to speak at the dinner on George Washington and stay a few days with him. W-822","A.L.S. Webster. Once again conveys that the July 4th dinner at which he wishes to use Mary Washington's Dinner Bell not a private party.  It is a general celebration he holds annually at his summer residence. W-822","A.L.S. Washington. Sends two mattresses and a rug for her room. Also plated forks. Wants a card put on the flagstaff to designate that it was presented by Surgeon General Barnes. ER-5, p. 77","Signed by Lily Macalester Berghmans as Regent. Handwritten by a secretary or other individual. Outlines his duties as Superintendent. ER-5, p. 81","Announces death of Mrs. Louisa Cunningham, Oct. 6, 1873. Suggests Association offer resolutions not only of condolence to the ex-Regent, but to honor one whose \"imperfected idea\" became the origin of this Association.  Gives brief history of early ideas of organization. ER-3, p. 305","Copy. Sends thanks from the Association to W \u0026 A Transportation Co. for carrying freight free for Mount Vernon for some years. ER-6, p. 42","A.L.S. Buckingham Hotel, New York. Learns of Mrs. Hudson's return from Europe.  Needed you at Mount Vernon as a friend of the Superintendent. All like him but wishe he would keep his accounts better. Discusses methods by which he could do it. Refers to receipts of $6000 and bills of $10,000. ER-18, p. 253","A.L.S. Washington. Received $1000 check for reimbursement of endowment fund. ER-5, p. 83","Copy. Stratford. Express appreciation of Virginia Legislature's act of Jan 26, 1874 making the \"Secretary of the Mount Vernon Association\" a Conservator of the Peace for the limits of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 43","A.L.S. Newark. Notifying him of the shipment of \"old style mahogany furniture\" for the Banquet Hall. Inquires if he knows anything more about the Confederate bonds. Asks how the colonnades are coming along. ER-6, p. 43","A.L.S. Fairfax Courthouse. Enclosed deed for Peale painting to MVLA, asked to notify Mrs. Hudson and Regent of its delivery.  Encloses also copy of Act of Assembly, an official publication. ER-18, p. 42","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Description of dresses and other things she can buy for Sarah Johnson. Requests to know how much Sarah wants to spend. Engravings of Washington and lady's quilt. ER-5, p. 199","A.L.S. Newark. Requests some Mount Vernon Records. Will soon get under way with the \"Day Book\" for New Jersey. Donation of mule harness. Clothing for Nathan. India-rubber shoes for Nathan are a gift. Sarah's dress. Sofa upholstered with black hair-cloth. Mrs. Eve wrote Miss Cunningham two letters at Council, but no reply. ER-6, p. 44","A.L.S. Webster. He is keeping the bell a couple more days to show it to two ladies. It has done all he expected it to. Postscript - he was offered $200 for it. W-822","A.L.S. Glad the U.S. flag will be flown at Mount Vernon as it never was during Miss Cunningham's Regency. Has heard only the Arrow is allowed to dock at the wharf, but he encloses his twenty-five cents admission and warns Hollingsworth not to obstruct his visit to Washington's Tomb although he will arrive via a different boat. ER-5, p. 85","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regarding Dr. Howland's \"impertinent\" letter. Encourages him to seek General Barnes' help. Possibly hire policemen to assist with monitoring the gate and to prevent him from docking his boat. ER-5, p. 85","A.L.S. Webster. Asks if Mary Washington's bell has arrived safely. W-822","A.L.S. Stratford. Thinks Judge Thomas wishes to make a thorough inspection of Mount Vernon before writing his report for Virginia Legislature.  Mrs. Sweat has returned from Europe so Mrs. Hudson will turn back secretary's books and duties to her. ER-18, p. 44","A.L.S. Hillside. Forwards money for Nathan's bill and other purposes.  Funds raised for colonnades restoration must not be used for any other purpose, until finished, remainder then to be used on south porch which is to be rebuilt.  Re oil for colonnades.  Asks for measurements of \"Bastille\" model. Will provide glass and table for same.  Banquet Hall, place sofa under arched window and two chairs at each end.  Proxy for New York. ER-6, p. 45 with copy of letter,  ER-7, p. 21","A.L.S. Newark. Returns signed vouchers for colonnade. First colonnade finished, cost more than anticipated. Will try to get more tin for roof donated. Will try to have paint for roof donated. Theft of a pillow cover and statement about the theft. Accounting of expenditures and colonnades at end of letter. ER-7, p. 100","Draft. Refers to Council vote to rebuild south porch.  Mrs. Eve states it was not built by Washington and advised removing \"residue\" and planting shrubbery. One hundred dollars would have completed colonnades, but now need $400 more.  Four hundred each for 3 restorations.  When colonnade was taken down, found it must be \"almost entirely rebuilt,\" tedious work but completed.  Mason work for second colonnade ready.  States present financial conditon and asks her to raise funds. ER-8, p. 237","A.L.S. Newark. Corrects him on his recollection of estimates for rebuilding colonnades. Amount it is costing exceeds what she expected. Will have nails sent as gift. Tin for colonnade. Shouldn't have used linseed oil on roofs. ER-6, p. 47","A.L.S. Stratford. Just learned of boat trouble and has written Regent to cut red tape and act at once.  Always thought fares too high. ER-18, p. 45","A.L.S. Confidential. Asks him to finish second colonnade as soon as possible, will then ask Mr. Corcoran about Summer House and south porch.  ER-6, p. 48 and copy of letter, ER-8, p. 238","A.L.S. Columbia Hotel, Lebanon Springs. Regarding harness, gift of nails for rebuilding colonnades and porch. Consult Judge Thomas about advertisement of \"The Mary Washington.\" The dock is for use of the Association. Hopes to get donation of chairs and brooms from the Shakers. ER-6, p. 49","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Reduction of fare on steamer Arrow as a temporary and necessary measure. Breakdown of the steamer, unfortunate incident regarding another boat attempting to land at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 86","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Hopes reduction of fare may quiet public controversy over the boat incident. ER-5, p. 87","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Rival boat is now running. She has assumed responsibility for reducing fare on their boat to $1.00 as a temporary measure until Council meets. ER-8, p. 228","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Sends engraving showing chairs sketched at Mount Vernon, Arlington House, etc.  Owns counterpart of chair from house where General Schuyler was tried for loss of Ticonderoga (1778).  Shakers manufacture old designs.  Asks her to answer D.P. Smith's criticism of Mount Vernon management. ER-7, p. 284","A.L.S. Newark. Soliciting nails for Mount Vernon. Tin for second colonnade roof and south porch. Article entitled \"Mount Vernon Monopoly.\" State legislative committee are the ones to defend Association against such attacks. Reason for building fence. Donation of chairs by Lebanon Shakers. ER-6, p. 50","Photocopy. She does not know the cost of the medicine yet or when she will be able to bring it her and visit. She is always busy with the \"Home\" but she also has to find money to borrow to send Yates to Charlotte. Other personal business. RM-197, ER-2617","A.L.S. Dover. Wishes measurements of smallest room on second floor. Has highest regards for his management of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 221","Copy. Will reply to D.P. Smith's letter attacking the Regent and the Association's management as soon as she has assembled facts to be used.  Mrs. Briggs of the Associated Press has been writing unfavorable articles on Mount Vernon.  She has never been a Vice Regent. ER-7, p. 81","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks Judge Thomas to go to Mount Vernon as a citizen and see for himself the Superintendent's difficulties.  Is not authorized by Council to do this but thinks the Judge, as chairman of Board of Visitors, should be well informed, especially for boat discussion. ER-18, p. 46","A.L.S. Newark. Notice of opposition boat. Believes fare must be put down as low as they wish if Captain Hollingshead can stand it. Bonds belong to the ex-Regent. ER-6, p. 51","A.L.S. Newark. Wishes to know facts of what provoked him to put up fence so Benson J. Lossing can refute the untruths spread by rival boat party. Their spokesman is D.P. Smith of Collingwood, who was the man who asked privilege of using dock? \"Records\" safe where he now has them. They can sell Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" at publisher's price and get large percentage for Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 51","Copy. Two fragments cut from letter. Reply to each item of attack in D.P. Smith's letter sent to Lossing with emphatic statement that every cent collected was used for Mount Vernon's care and restoration. Disputed boundary line necessitated re-survey and decision favorable to Mount Vernon. Mismanagement charges before Virginia legislature cost Association $200.  U.S. money of \"$7000 Claim,\" funds never turned over to Association.  General Michler  of Public Works had charge of work. Attack on Miss Cunningham, no longer Regent, unjustifiable.  An intense sufferer from a spinal injury, physicians prescribed narcotics.  Dr.  Howland had no opportunity to prove his charges. Mr. Hollingsworth believes neighbors for 40 miles around wish to possess Mount Vernon for \"beer garden\" or worse. The \"Arrow\" is a government inspected boat carrying freight and mail under the competent Captain Hollingshead. James Sykes, descendant of distinguished surgeons, has been one of MVLA's most intelligent supporters.  The Association has no intention of violating its 3 year wharf contract. Mrs. Emily Edson Briggs of the Associated Press, a writer of unfavorable articles, was never officially connected with Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 25","A.L.S. with copy. Newark. Sends $100 of Colonnade fund he requested and asks for receipt.  Mrs. Berghmans will write Judge Thomas and Don Piatt,  and she has sent Benson Lossing a reply to D.P. Smiths' inaccurate statements.  Asks him to substantiate all his statements to her and keep libelous articles, for Association will take legal action if they are not stopped soon.  Bad condition of wharf and boat contract at time of purchase briefly reviewed. ER-6, p. 54 with copy ER-7, p. 21","A.L.S. Dover. Re D.P. Smith's criticism of Mount Vernon management.  Wrote an article for New York Observer.  Bonner refused one for Ledger.  Refers to Mrs. Lossing's work as Lady Manager.  Went to Mount Vernon in fall of 1858 to make drawings and notes.  Article published in Harper's Magazine v. 18, \"Mount Vernon As It Is.\"  Declares his continued interest in Mount Vernon.  Regrets D.P. Smith's criticism of Miss Cunningham after her retirement. ER-7, p. 284","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Is willing to substantiate every statement he has made before a court of law and is confident he can prove the truth of each.  Will keep her in touch with libelous statements he finds.  Adverse criticisms continue. A northerner recently objected to Nathan holding a high position of trust.  Hopes to finish second colonnade by the 15th. ER-7, p. 23","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Opposition boat has reduced their receipts. See from the paper that a law suit is threatened against Hollingsworth as representative of MVLA, but she has heard nothing from him about it so believes it must be false. ER-5, p. 88","A.L.S. Newark. Dispute over right of rival boat to use dock. D. P. Smith's letter and Lossing's reply. Editor of New York Observer to write article on subject. Collecting money for colonnade repairs. ER-6, p. 55","Copy. Reply to Observer article of Oct 1st, stating wharf was built by Association for about $1000, to land passengers for profit (exact terms given) and freight.  Lease for last eight years. Daily boat trip from Washington.  Virginia legislature upheld Association's refusal to give boat privileges to D.P. Smith's \"farmers' club.\"  Charter has no reference to this club. Docketed on reverse indicates this copy of the article was not published. ER-7, p. 29","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Relates his extra attentions to Dr. Howland and Col. Daniels who have made most unfavorable criticisms of the MVLA. Mr. Gibbs, their neighbor, disgusted with those attempting to get control of boat and dock facilities, gives his trade to the \"Arrow.\" ER-7, p. 31","Copy. Dover. Receives Regent's letter enclosing Mr. Hollingsworth's letter to Mrs. Halsted.  Has written an article for the December number of American Historical Magazine re Mount Vernon's problems. ER-7, p. 285","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Has written Dr. Lossing inviting him to visit her, and enclosed Hollingsworth's letter. Articles for the Observer. Wrote Col. H. concerning lawsuit. ER-5, p. 22","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sent $52 for gate, names of children contributors to be framed and hung in House.  Five hundred dollars for lodges. Coat of Arms in carved wood given by Milwaukee College.  Wants information about bedroom to be furnished. ER-18, p. 248","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Encloses Dr. Lossing's note and Hollingsworth's letter. Mr. Hollingsworth reports new boat withdrawn and nothing more on threatened lawsuit. Must advance money to Hollingsworth for expenses because of poor receipts. ER-5, p. 23","Copy. Newark. Mrs. Berghmans invites Benson Lossing to vist her. Mr.  Hollingsworth says charges of mismanagement of Mount Vernon continue and encloses a circular he found on a street car.  Colonnade will be finished on the 20th. Dr. Prince, a staunch supporter of the Association, favors a free wharf. ER-7, p. 33","A.L.S. Detroit. Glad porticos are to be rebuilt and will contribute to expense.  Indebted to Mrs. Hudson for full account of Council and lawsuit. ER-17, p. 174","A.L.S. Hillside. Received missing \"Record\" and her book is now complete. Card table more than 100 yrs. old shipped. Too frail for \"Bastille\" model but can be used in Banquet Hall. Work on colonnades and South porch. Bibles and Hymn books for the Negroes. Pillow sham to be copied. Have clock cleaned and repaired at her expense. Mr. Barlow to repair painting over mantle. \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting needs stretching. Threatened lawsuit over rights to use boat dock seem to have died out. ER-6, p. 56","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Told Mrs. Barnes that  Mrs. Comegys refused to give up little room she had selected.  Trouble with rival boat that landed at wharf below Mount Vernon. Lower price for trip. Company put out inflammatory handbills and advertizing. Mr. Hollingsworth asked to have boat lowered to meet rival which Mrs. Berghmans did.  Results satisfactory and other boat withdrew.  Rival boat company asked Lossing to denounce MVLA. He will write a favorable article for MVLA in magazine. ER-17, p. 194","A.L.S. Dover. Re letter Regent sent from Hollingsworth.  Wrote article for December number of American Historical Record which he edits, re Mount Vernon's problems. ER-7, p. 285","A.L.S. Dover. Approves her action re rival boat questions so suddenly brought before Regent.  Hollingsworth has sent Mrs. Comegys a clipping, a newspaper attack on Mount Vernon re boat. ER-17, p. 196","A.L. Incomplete letter. New York. Smith visited Mount Vernon when Miss Cunningham managed it, 4 or 5 years before. Wrote article in the Observer afterward telling of her \"utter incompetency.\"  Says Ladies at  distressed at first, but later realized he was correct. R-381, ER-1231","A.L.S. Newark. West Gate Lodges to be restored as they originally were. Colonnades and sanding of paint. ER-6, p. 62","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Need of a larger boiler for the green hose. Opposition boat withdrawn and no lawsuit. Don Piatt, editor of the \"Sunday Capitol,\" is an important ally. ER-5, p. 89","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Encloses proof sheet of her report for corrections of financial summary. Corrects her letter to Mr. Stewart. Subscriptions for the colonnades. ER-5, p. 23","Copy. Hillside. Regarding Lossing's \"Mount Vernon.\" ER-6, p. 63","Copy and extracts. Colonnades both completed, had a coat of oil and two of white paint - old one nearly all decayed.  Four hundred dollars was the total cost of new colonnade and $100 for repairs on old one.  Tin for roof on both, nails, paint, oil, white lead, red iron paint. Itemized cost of each, brings total cost more than amount allowed for work. \"Mary Washington\" boat withdrawn.  No word of lawsuit, but continued attack expected in spring.   Belligerents to present petition to Virginia legislature to repeal Mount Vernon charter.  Plan for restoration of the two porters' lodges at Alexandria entrance. Wharf, Farmers Club, and D.P. Smith's false charges. ER-7, p. 35-39","Two incomplete drafts of a letter. Asks Regent to send Hollingsworth information for his Report.  Belligerents preparing petition to Virginia legislature to repeal MVLA charter.  Council to consider wharf question.  Opposes voting by proxy. Wishes glass shade for Bastille model. To be paid for by sale of books, also freight for cow, and printed Appeal to Masons. Expense taken from same fund.  Wishes to get a good New York artist to copy portrait of Mary Ball in Metropolitan Art Gallery to be hung in Banquet Hall. ER-7, p. 41 and ER-8, p. 240","A.L.S. Has just turned up last report. Mr. Hollingsworth writes of a petition in Virginia legislature to repeal MVLA charter. Colonnades entirely completed, hopes to pay for they within 10 days. RM-28, ER-2030","A.L.S. Philadelphia. On letterhead of John E. Potter and Co. Booksellers. Received letter and copy of Bylaws from his friend Col. C. C. Jones of New York.  Did not know of any claim before that Mount Vernon wharf was not a private one. It was strictly private when he made drawings in 1858.  ER-7, p. 285","Copy. Newark. Description of Mount Vernon and its immediate needs. ER-6, p. 64","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Boiler for greenhouse. Annoyances by disaffected parties in vicinity of Mount Vernon. Rumor that Captain Hollingshead purchased rival boat the \"Mary Washington.\" Mrs. Eve requests that on no account is her Georgia book to go to South Carolina. ER-5, p. 89","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Has written Judge Thomas asking if Ladies should be at session of Virginia legislature re amendment of MVLA Charter to strike out clause re meeting.  Doubts if proxy voting can be changed. ER-8, p. 231","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Has started collecting money for Lodges as Hollingsworth wants work started, advances five hundred dollars.  Asks about plate for gate that records children contributors, and inquires about bedroom to be furnished. ER-18, p. 249","A.L.S. Sullivan's Island, harbor of Charleston. She writes on behalf of Miss Cunningham who is ill. Mrs. Amarinthia Snowden of Charleston is to take into her charge all of Miss Cunningham's papers, some of which are at Rosemont and some at Mount Vernon. Mrs. Snowden, Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Walker are to be committee to select documents for writing of Association history. ER-17, p. 197","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Sends copies of corrected Minutes. Also credential card with vignette of Washington at top.  Has sent some to Miss Cunningham to fill in and send her appointees.  ER-8, p. 242","A.L.S. Newark. Happy to hear of the gift of Washington's liquor chest.  Mr. Halsted heard from Mr. Barber who plans to make a concrete walk from the wharf to the Tomb. Is it true that Hollingshead bought the boat \"Mary Washington?\" Engraving \"Washington at Trenton\" from dealers Virtue and Gorston to be framed and given to Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 65","A.L.S. Detroit. Thinks $157.22 now due can be collected easily. Lodges and fences should be repaired.  Re calling Council to consider charter amendment, someone to attend Virginia legislature, dealing with Farmers Club. ER-17, p. 174","A.L.S. Newark. Check for two small bills outstanding for the colonnades. Hopes to have YMCA in New Jersey help in sale of books. Thinks the same offer of books at half price was made to Miss Cunningham. Has been promised half dozen chairs that were in the room when Washington signed Major Andre's death warrant. Also bedstead used by Lafayette in 1824 to go to Lafayette Room. Dressing table already there. ER-6, p. 67","Copy. Asks each member to buy or sell one copy of Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" at publishers price. Half will go to Mount Vernon fund.  ER-6, p. 66","A.L.S. Stratford. Regent will not be in Washington but Mrs. Mitchell will be there soon.  Discusses stove for his house.  Asks if both colonnades are finished.  Thinks more Mount Vernon affairs must be taken to Virginia legislature.  Declares there are two sides to the boat question. ER-18, p. 47","A.L.S. Newark. Efforts to get YMCA to buy or sell copies of Lossing's book. Mount Vernon to get half of publisher's price. Will send him some to sell. Now \"that Boat\" is no longer running Hollingshead should up fare again. He must have a profit and Mount Vernon an income. Wants measure of fences and hedges planted against new fence put up at wharf. ER-6, p. 68","A.L.S. Detroit. Copies of Lossing's book for sale arrived.  Bound copies $7.00.  Refers to models for temple of patriotism to be erected on Old Tomb. ER-17, p. 174","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Unable to pay some of the November bills. ER-5, p. 90","A.L.S. San Francisco. Was glad to hear from Miss Cunningham through Miss Sparnick.  Assures her of \"safety of the interesting letters committeed…to my care.\"  Appreciates her wish to transfer them to Mrs. Snowden, suggests their being rewritten by Miss Cunningham as soon as possible.  Received a \"charming\" reply to letter sent by Vice Regent Barry before Council endorsing her views.  Quotes from the Vice Regent's letter stating Mrs. Berghmans' appreciation of Miss Cunningham's work and desire to secure her an \"honorary position in the Associaiton,\" leaving active work to those more physically able. ER-8, p. 256","A.L.S. Newark. Inquires about fencing and types of hedging. Has asphalt walk been put down? Delighted last of colonnades bills are paid. Tells of incident in which Naval officers on visit to Mount Vernon were indignant at sale of photos, etc. at door of Mansion. Also disapproves of ugly glass case downstairs. ER-6, p. 69","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Sends names to be put on gate, photographs of it taken and sent to Mrs. L. L. Merrill (mother of children). Sent one dozen views of Mount Vernon and bill for same.  Public schools to pay for Lodges. Asks Hollingsworth to write to school superintendent asking if he wants photographs of old lodges, etc.  Wisconsin Grand Master has sent appeal to Masonic Lodges for funds for mausoleum. ER-18, p. 250","A.L.S. Stratford. Regarding the Virginia legislature and Judge Thomas. His salary will be first of debts to be paid.  Asks him to keep the Regent posted on Mount Vernon affairs. Keep this letter private, burn it. ER-18, p. 48","A.L.S. Newark. Glad he agrees with her and does not like \"merchandizing\" in main hall of the Mansion, but he should wait for the Regent's suggestion to change it. Efforts to sell \"Home of Washington\" by all Vice Regent's. Little success with YMCA. Gate lodges to be repaired by book sales. Collecting money for south porch. Itemized account of cash spent for colonnades. Judge Thomas' report to the governor of Virginia. Defending Mount Vernon from various charges. ER-6, p. 70","Copy. Newark. Sale of \"The Home of Washington\" for benefit of Mount Vernon. Colonnades completed, cost was $939.61.  One hundred collected for verandah facing library windows. Judge Thomas' report a good antidote to scandal recently circulated about Mount Vernon. One of Mount Vernon's most generous friends refuses to aid because of these \"evil reports.\" ER-6. p. 71","A.L.S. Incomplete fragments. Large portions cut away. Discusses the room she furnished for Pennsylvania. Thanks Mrs. Comegys for her support of her as Regent. Wishes she could make it to Council. ER-17, p. 192","A.L.S. Purchase of two mules for Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 83","Copy. Asks for the name of a cabinet repair man for the bureau once owned by Washington, a gift through Hasbrouck family. Sends copy of Appeal sent to Masonic Lodges in New Jersey with comments.  Suggestion from North Carolina for a national fair as a benefit held in Washington and Philadelphia Centennial.  Hopes to have Mount Vernon in good repair for Centennial. ER-8, p. 171","Copy. Cannot comment on the business with ex Governor Wells until she knows of the Regent's wishes.","A.L.S. Newark. Difficulties getting the cow from Mr. Hungerford. The cow valued at $300. Has received $610 from New Jersey Masons. ER-6, p. 40","A.L.S. Newark. Article in \"Harper's Weekly\" not written by her. She wrote appeal for William Cullen Bryant's paper. Agrees this is not time to appeal to Congress. Must concentrate on Masons and wealthy individuals this year. No appeal to new York Masons this year. Success in New Jersey. Attributes to Regent's father the idea of necessity of endowment fund. His generous gift was the beginning of it. Hopes to have work on colonnades done soon. Mrs. Eve says south porch was built by Bushrod Washington and advocates removal. ER-6, p. 87","A.L. Incomplete. Regarding the boat contract, other boats landing at the wharf, and the entrance fee which is a privilege of the Association. ER-20, p. 13","A.L. Incomplete. Has been busy raising funds for colonnades. Will cost far more than builder's estimate because they are so badly decayed.  Has paid $757 and still $157.22 due.  Wishes to pay bill before the end of 1875.  Matter of Peale portrait of Washington almost settled.  ER-6, p. 80","Copy. Raising money for the endowment fund.  Masonic Order endorses appeal. ER-6, p. 52","Copy. Regarding the mismanagement of Mount Vernon by Miss Cunningham and the MVLA. Although better now that Miss Cunningham has left, there are still problems. Discusses boats docking at wharf. There needs to be a reformation among the Association.  ER-7, p. 11","Copy. Newark. Advocates YMCA selling Lossing's \"Mount Vernon\" for restoration fund.  Publicity in New York Press.  Mr. Corcoran told Miss Cunningham to have Summer House built at his expense, not carried out. Plans to restore both porch and Summer House, build new fences, planting Osage orange fence.  Estimate for two porters' lodges is $480.  Mr. Corcoran prefers Mr. Rossitor's drawing to Mr. Lossing's. ER-7, p. 43","A.L.S. Newark. Fences and osage orange hedges for Mount Vernon. Evergreen trees to hide barn yard. Selling \"Home of Washington\" in Richmond to legislators. Sends interest from New Jersey Masonic fund to help get him through the winter. Her report for paper garbled badly. Washington's sideboard restored by Mrs. Lee.  Mr. Corcoran had promised Miss Cunningham to restore the Summer House. Mr. Howland to take Association to court in Richmond. Hollingsworth must go into \"Big Box\" and find accounts, receipts, etc. for building the wharf to prove it was built with Association funds and therefore an investment for revenue. Article by Lossing in December \"American Historical Record\" may help them in the court fight. Get order to open the Box from the Regent, but don't mention that she has discussed matter with him. ER-6, p. 72","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Read his letter to Mrs. Halsted to a Milwaukee friend who wishes to give money for the gate. But wishes \"a substantial one in original style.\" Will build lodges at $480.  Wants things in good condition for Centennial. ER-18, p. 261","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Still working with Wisconsin Masons.  Refers to unfavorable criticism of MVLA.  Saw Hollingsworth's letter recommending building lodges, gate and fences.  Asks if Mrs. Hudson can take care of fences.  Cost estimate $200.  Hollingsworth's estimate are: Lodges $480, gate $26. ER-18, p. 261","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Mrs. Halsted suggests that Mrs. Mitchell attempt some improvements at Mount Vernon.  Because she insisted on having accounts strictly kept, she withdrew from management.  Vice Regents refused to accept her resignation.  Explains her efforts re lodges and gates.  Asks for something that will show and will appeal to children. ER-18, p. 263","A.L.S. Jacksonville. She will take care of financing gates and gate houses repair.  Mrs. Halsted to take care of fences and barn.  Children are footing this bill. Wants whatever is done, therefore, in the public eye.  Mausoleum for Washington.  ER-18, p. 247","A.L.S. Newark. Interest due on Masonic funds. One hundred dollars in bank for fences needed. ER-6, p. 73","A.L.S. Newark. Minutes and Report of Council for 1874 were corrected in several places by Mrs. Berghmans in writing. Grand Master of her state Masons refuses to make appeal to them now because he's recently made appeal for similar object. Get Mr. Corcoran's opinion on rebuilding colonnades.  South porch, estimate for re-roofing barn, and restoring balustrade. Mrs. Mitchell to restore two lodges and gate. Fence dividing Association property from Washington estate to be hidden by hedge. Replanting rare evergreens given by Mr. Corcoran. Promised law suit.  ER-6, p. 75","A.L.S. Washington. Will come to Mount. Vernon to give advice on matters mentioned when health and travel are improved. ER-6, p. 90","A.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains. Advises restoring Mansion to original condition in form and materials, balustrade of wood, porch, refers to his sketch.  Sees no need for restoring outbuildings.  Comments on barns, fences, tomb, planting trees.  His first visit to Mount Vernon was in 1844 when John A. Washington's mother owned it.  Took notes on Morse's portrait of Mary Ball, he gave a complete history of the portrait, will try to get permission to have it copied, did not know Mrs. Morse had deposited it in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  ER-8, p. 158","Copy. Newark. Feels the Centennial is an ideal time to solicit funds for repair and endowment for Mount Vernon. Feels it unfair all proceeds of Lady Washington tea parties are going to local charities or Independence Hall. ER-6, p. 91","A.L.S. Newark. Will copy letter from Lossing to her verbatim, regarding restorations. Balustrade on piazza necessary for finished look of mansion. Also porch or \"verandah\" off the library. Asks him to get estimate for porch. \"Barn-door entrance\" to cellar must be changed. ER-6, p. 76","A.L.S. Detroit. Received minutes of Council June 2, 1874.  Hollingsworth is to keep a book for each state, questions how records of early transactions have been kept.  Comments on money given in various states.  Has little sympathy for Martha Washington tea parties in general.  Wants a table for the Bastille model.  Expense of appeals a question. ER-17, p. 208","A.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains, New York. Has heard from Mrs. Morse's brother-in-law who thinks she will not mind having her painting of Mary Washington copies per the MVLA's request. But Mrs. Morse is in Europe and Lossing feels it is better to await her return and explain to her directly. ER-7, p. 286","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Estate has been doing well. Nice weather coming and all looks good for the time being. ER-5, p. 91","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Richmond. Regarding General Fitzhugh Lee defense of the MVLA. Colonel Daniels and others present petition of 1500 names to abrogate contract with steamer \"Arrow,\" which passed House of Delegates but is stopped by Senate Federal Relations Committee.  Debate may follow. ER-7, p. 53","A.L.S.  Senate Chamber, Richmond. Report of Federal Relations Committee adopted and bill re the MVLA's contract with steamship company defeated. ER-7, p. 55","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Agrees with Mrs. Comegys re bedrooms and furnishings.  Wrote Miss Cunningham last December, sent her several credential cards for Vice Regents whom she had appointed. Asked her to sign them so Vice Regents could have them.  Have had no word back from her.  Urges Mrs. Comegys who has missed last two Councils to be present this year.  Has fought vigorously against bill introduced into Virginia legislature to force MVLA to revoke contract with steamboat \"Arrow\" and throw wharf open. Passed House but hopes to kill it in Senate. ER-17, p. 198","A.L.S. Newark. Difficult collecting money promised. Osage-orange hedges from Mansion toTomb and to hide dividing line fences. Glass case for Bastille model. ER-6, p. 77","A.L.S. Newark. Gives an amethyst ring and three dollars for two of Lossing's books and fourteen dollars. Wishes it might be more. ER-7, p. 46","A.L.S. Newark. Disappointed in $2000 offering promised her. Mending fences. Has enough to restore portico over entrance door of Alexandria front. Mrs. Mitchell to build the two lodges and gateway. Estimate on barn. ER-6, p. 78","Copy. Newark. Reports thanking Gilbert Meem for aid in defeating Virginia bill for free wharf at Mount Vernon. Encloses article by Fitzhugh Lee. Received plan for Mount Vernon fence. Benefit teas planned in New York and Maryland. Asks support in idea of each committee taking a department.  Four hundred dollars needed for veranda, porch, and balustrade on river front. ER-7, p. 47","Copy. Newark. Thanks him for help with portrait of Mary Ball.  Artist Mr. Hagney will make copy for one hundred dollars.  Restoration planned for south porch and balustrade. Will furnish all the osage orange Hollingsworth demands.  Bill before Virginia legislature re free wharf was defeated.","A.L.S. The Ridge, Dover Plains, New York. Glad land bill for wharf was defeated.  Her positive attitude concerning contributions is the secret to success in life. Does not agree with the idea of adding a view of Mount Vernon to the portrait of Mary Washington as it will take away from the main subject and also she did not live at Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 286","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Milwaukee children raised funds for lodges and gate. Will send a book of names of donors.  Milwaukee college girls paid for coat of arms. Understands rooms on third floor have not been assigned for Council.  Will furnish the Mary Washington room at her own expense. ER-18, p. 215","A.L. Incomplete letter. Jacksonville.Cannot sell Lossing's book.  Encloses four dollars for personal copy.  Did not know it was forbidden for Vice Regents to do \"anything at Mount Vernon that had been considered necessary\" unless given an appointment by a committee to do so. Will not serve on any more committees and will write to Mrs. Berghmans. Still wants Milwaukee children to fund gates and lodges project. ER-18, p. 263","Copy or draft. Gives reasons for opposition to voting by proxy.  Gives Hollingsworth's estimates for rebuilding porters' lodges and gate.  Hollingsworth's great desire to push restoration. ER-7, p. 57","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mrs. Halsted's uneasiness over exposure to a \"dreadful disease.\" ER-5, p. 25","A.L.S. Detroit. Took great pains to record Michigan donors' names and contributions and copies were sent to the editor of the Mount Vernon Record. She has kept her receipts carefully.  Wants to collect $1000 for endowment. ER-17, p. 208","Copy. Hillside. Opposes continuance of restoration until whole of it can be done.  Calls reappointment of George W. Riggs a master stroke.  Regrets strife at Mount Vernon.  Plans to stimulate interest in estate for Centennial year.  Seeks a \"renovation\" committee.  Lady Washington tea parties for 22nd all over U.S.  Gives up hope of gift from A.T. Stewart. ER-7, p. 59","A.L.S. and two copies or drafts. Newark. Misunderstanding re which fences are to be mended first, planting hedges and raising of funds for these.  YMCA has sold only 4 copies of Lossing' book.  Urges him to give Mrs. Mitchell, data for restoration of gate and lodges. She will raise funds for it.  Sends glass case, books, orchard grass seed.  Maple trees to hide barn to be planted promptly.   ER-6, p. 69 and ER-7, p. 51, and ER-6, p. 93","A.L.S. Newark. Distressed that any group of men can deliberately cause so much trouble to their cause. Owners of new steamer put decayed fish on wharf. Donation of a finger ring to be sold for the Association. Glass case for Bastille has been shipped. Explains how it is to be set up. ER-6, p. 81","Copy. Orders 1000 osage-orange plants for hedging.","A.L.S. Reidsville, North Carolina. Asks for a bouquet from Mount Vernon's garden or wreath of boxwood for Centennial celebration at Charlotte, North Carolina. Wants to revive interest in Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 243","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Check for money Mr. Riggs has collected. Still more due on Georgia Railroad stock. Any annoyance from new boat? ER-5, p. 91","A.L.S. Postcard. Newark. Stock of oranges being sought for Mount Vernon sold out.","A.L.S. New York. Encloses check for $100 for himself and Mr. Haines. ER-6, p. 94","Copy. Encloses check for $100 for himself and Mr. Haines. ER-6, p. 95","A.L.S. Clarendon Hotel. Received official call to Grand Council, June 2.  Re Council action on death of former Regent, Ann Pamela Cunningham, who chose Mrs. Berghmans for her successor.  Governor Kemper and General Meens wish to inspect farm, urges careful plans be arranged for it. ER-14, p. 123","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Advises Mrs. Comegys to wait about furnishing her room until after Council.  Told Mrs. Barnes your offer to her to occupy this room.  Ten Vice Regents have replied they will attend Council.  Refers to Miss Cunningham's death. ER-17, p. 201","Copy. Final appeal for endowment fund and repair of balustrade and two porticos. ER-6, p. 97","A.L.S. Dover. Has sent by \"Arrow\" a carpet and some old chairs. Bought full set of furniture for Delaware room but Regent advises waiting until after Council when it is to be decided whether to furnish bedrooms as best they can or to wait in hope of fitting house with appropriate furniture. Depressed over Miss Cunningham's death, feels like retiring.  Chairs she sends are 100 years old and came from England. ER-5, p. 219","A.L.S. Detroit. Comments on loss of claim in legislature.  Sent proxy to Mrs. Comegys. ER-17, p. 208","Photostat. The Regent is requesting that the Advisory Committee be present when the Governor of Virginia comes to visit Mount Vernon on June 2. RM-86, PS-2234","A.L.S. Expecting twelve of the Ladies for their meeting. Discusses accommodations for all of them and appropriate furnishings. ER-5, p. 93","Receipt of payment for carpenter work on the barn and well house, 18 days work, $37.","A.L.S. Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Comegys coming to Mount Vernon on June 1 or 2 to examine papers confided to them by Council of MVLA.  She wishes to see Hollingsworth on June 1st. ER-5, p. 80","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria, Jacksonville. Did not receive his letter with plan for gate and lodges.  Will see him in Washington at the end of the month.  One woman has given $100 and she hopes to have more gifts for the gate and 2 lodges, so have plans ready. Wants these completed before Centennial. ER-18, p. 221","A.L.S. Detroit. Will not retire until Michigan has raised $1000 for endowment fund.  Has a \"perfect file of all\" the first Regent's letters. Suggests burning them.  Indebted to Mrs. Halsted for keeping her informed on Mount Vernon affairs. ER-17,. p. 208","A.L.S. Hillside. Objects to having any history of the Association written until Mount Vernon is in perfect order and well kept. Objects to having glass case in the parlor or centennial display. Sends names of subscribers to colonnades. ER-6, p. 99","A.L.S. Newburgh, New York. Greatly enjoyed his recent visit to Mount Vernon. Asks Hollingsworth to sign his name in the visitor register for the day he visited as he forgot to sign it. ER-5, p. 93","A.L.S. Unable to attend Council.  Did visit Mount Vernon and found things \"going on fine.\"  Hopes porch, fences, roofing and lodges will be ready for centennial.  Mrs. Halsted's proxy came too late for Mrs. Mitchell to use. ER-18, p. 266","A.L.S. Stratford. Met Mrs. Halsted and Mrs. Mitchell in New York and  gave them details of Council.  Told Mrs. Mitchell to take third story room she occupied to furnish for her bedroom.  Mrs. Mitchell wants plan for lodges and gates.  Comments on Mrs. Eve's conduct re interring Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon and article in Washington Tribune. Asks him to find out who furnished the information.  Mrs. Eve's unfavorable comparison of work of gardener Craig and Mr. Hollingsworth.  Urges careful use of kerosene. ER-18, p. 54","A.L.S. Providence. Could he please pay man who brought her trunks to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 179","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Surprised at objections raised re Miss Cunningham's portrait as it was \"universally esteemed by her friends here as a successfult picture.\" Offer to make changes that could make the painting more acceptable to the present Vice Regents, but no new color will \"amalgamate\" with the paint already four years old.  Points objected to are those Miss Cunningham gave closest attention to: hair, arrangement of lace, etc.  Reminds her of the artist's difficulties when subject's and employer's tastes run contrary to artist's. ER-17, p. 205","Copy. Newark. Wishes her, as secretary of Council, to make corrections in yearly report. ER-6, p. 98","A.L.S. Leesburg. Candlestand bought from John A. Washington presented to MVLA by Major Noland. W-196","A.L.S. Stratford. Send him report of Council to review duties assigned to him.  The \"World\" gives an account of desecration of Mount Vernon on Sunday. Thinks Howland and his opposition boat responsible. ER-18, p. 49","A.L.S. Wants Mrs. Washington's report and resolution along with Mrs. Sweat's Yorktown paragraph. She could then place her report in printer's hands.  After printed matter is ready, must write out elaborate account for Record Book.  Asks advice on reporting letter read to Council from Mrs. Halsted on which no action was taken. ER-18, p. 126","A.L.S. Portion of letter cut into pieces. Torrisdale. MVLA financial condition not satisfactory until funds are on hand for necessary repairs and restoration.  Barn to be rebuilt.  Loss of boat fees while river was frozen.  Endowment fund needed.  Association out of debt and public is cordial. Thinks next year will be more profitable.  Wishes Miss Cunningham had lived to see improvements. ER-17, p. 203","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Efforts to obtain money for barn repair. Outrageous conduct and damage by Sunday visitors. Possiblity of legal proceedings against culprits.  ER-5, p. 95","A.L.S. Hillside. Regrets she wasn't at Council. Would have insisted on having glass case removed from East Parlor and osage-orange hedges planted. Wants revised estimate of south porch because of fall in price of materials and labor. Urges estimate of balcony over west door and balustrade on river front. Vandalism of 100 persons landed by another boat. ER-6, p. 101","A.L.S. Trouble from Sunday excursionists. Forbids future Sunday visitors. Grocery expenditures large. Means of transporting large articles such as furniture to Mount Vernon. Had impression 35 cents, not 25 cents, to be paid them for each boat passenger. ER-5, p. 94","A.L.S. How to list names of subscribers to colonnades. Certificates of membership of Association. Trespassers who vandalized should be prosecuted. Any word from late Regent's estate?  Criticism of \"our southern sisters.\" ER-6, p. 102","A.L.S. Richmond. Mrs. Reverend Read. Re inability to sell Lossing's book.  Governor and others report favorably on Mount Vernon. ER-7, p. 65","A.L.S. Postcard. Stratford. Asks him to send the \"Report\" to Mrs. Halsted.  Also to inform her of problems with Sunday excursions to Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Asks again for plans for lodges and gates, will try \"to raise money for all,\" and also furnish a bedroom. Her architect friend Mr. Mix will draw plans for furniture.  Mount Vernon should be thoroughly guarded from vandalism and offenders prosecuted.  Masons working hard. ER-18, p. 236","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regrets Mrs. Halsted's illness and absence from last Council.  Miss Patterson did declare her purpose to raise money for restoration of \"portico.\" Suggests using Mrs. Fitch's $50 toward restoration of barn. Each Vice Regent  asked to raise $50.  Chandelier for Council Room acceptable. ER-7, p. 63","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regrets Mrs. Halsted's illness and absence from last Council.  Miss Patterson did declare her purpose to raise money for restoration of \"portico.\" Suggests using Mrs. Fitch's $50 toward restoration of barn. Each Vice Regent  asked to raise $50.  Chandelier for Council Room acceptable. ER-5, p., 25","A.L.S. Mount Lebanon, New York. Forwards her Report from the Superintendent. Mrs. Urquhart, Vice Regent of Louisiana,  says she can do nothing for Mount Vernon because New Orleans and Louisiana are so poor. Wishes to resign, but she recommends wife of Congressman to succeed her.  Donation of old chair from Shakers. Mrs. Halsted descended from first white child born in Connecticut.  ER-6, p. 103","A. L. S. Milwaukee. Plans to build gates and lodges and furnish one room. Wants more fans made with Martha Washington's portrait on them to sell during Centennial time. Suggests sales of \"pretty little silver hatchets\". ER-18, p. 237","A.L.S. Postcard. Lebanon Springs, New York. Designs and estimates for gate and lodges have arrived.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Returns drawings and bids lodges and gate.  Asks if there is a single gate needed as a lady wants to give one in her children's name. Might be iron, cost not limited.  Notes gates connected with lodges must be wood.  Asks about bedrooms assigned her and gives plan for furnishing coat of arms of Wisconsin being made of carved wood. ER-18, p. 241","A.L.S. Providence. She has been so busy, would resign except she does not think anyone else should come into the Board until errors and mistakes of past years are covered over. Defends Miss Cunningham now that she is out of her chair at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 181","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Expenditures for tinners, lumber and architect for barn. Repayment of endowment fund and barn fund. ER-5, p. 96","A.L.S. Logansport, IN. Apologies for not having written. Will raise $500 or more if possible.  Is opposed to erecting a monument to Miss Cunningham at Mount Vernon but feels right to have some type of memorial made for her. Doubts that Miss Cunningham was using Mount Vernon funds for herself. Certainly not in the early years of the MVLA.  Certain that Devereux forged the bad checks that looked so much like Miss Cunningham's signature.  She was not to blame for his swindles.","Copy. Lebanon Springs, New York. Requests him to donate a coat of arms for New York state for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, p. 106","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Re bill for the architect of barn. ER-5, p. 96","A.L.S. Hillside. Anxious to get Mansion and immediate surroundings in good shape. Osage-orange plants available. A chandelier for Council chamber. Can anything be done on south porch this autumn? Engraving from Mr. Gorston, \"Washington receiving a salute at Trenton.\" ER-6, p. 82","A.L.S. Stratford. Hears Bridgeport ladies wish to raise money to furnish Connecticut Room.  Discusses which room it shall be.  Asks him to take label \"Conn\" off attic room door. She is to furnish Council room plainly.  Sarah to use chicken feathers for pillows. Miss Cunningham's bedroom to be papered or whitewashed. ER-18, p. 50","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Sends $52 for building gate and later will send names of children contributors.  Will send coat of arms with names of contributors.  Hopes to send $500 to start lodges. ER-18, p. 246","A.L.S. Received money from Mrs. Farnsworth for Mount Vernon endowment fund and for repairs of Barn,  check for $50, which sum he placed into her \"account as Regent.\" ER-5, p. 97","A.L.S. Hillside. Money for portico and barn. Chandelier for Council room. Get estimate for little portico on Alexandria front. Cleaning furnace at Mount Vernon, cooking, and range. Mr. Barlow to repair painting in East Parlor free. ER-6, p. 83","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Expenditures for repair of barn, and photographs of it. Suggests more prominence to Lossing's book which is for sale there. ER-5, p. 97","Copy. Asks loan of state coat of arms for Mount Vernon so it may be copied and painted on canvas. ER-6, p. 107","A.L.S. Newark. Chandelier for Council room donated by Mrs. Thomas B. Peddie of Newark. Dahlias for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, 84","A.L.S. Newark. Sends copy of Washington coat of arms. Chandelier has shipped.  ER-6, p. 108","A.L.S. Stratford. Re wallpaper she is sending. Asks him to have a good competent man do papering, hang chandelier in center of Council room.  Has sent Connecticut's share to Mr. Riggs for Barn. Will send $400 or $500 for endowment fund, has Committee working fund for furnishing Connecticut room. Vice Regent Mrs. Halsted will care for Mrs. Hudson's Mount Vernon work during her absence in Europe.  Striped chintz paper and border for walls, white figured paper for ceiling.  Council room to be painted white or light grey.","A.L.S. Hillside. Parlor, inventories for furnishings, \"Earl of Chatham\" ink painting donated. ER-6, p. 109","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Mrs. Halsted sends chandelier for Council room. Will send down some old-fashioned furniture for Pennsylvania room.  ER-5, p. 97","A.L.S. Newark. Anxious over arrival of chandelier. Miss Floride Cunningham and her sister Lizzie to go to Mount Vernon for a few days to go through Miss Cunningham's correspondence. All pertaining to Association to stay at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 85","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Representation of Mount Vernon at the Centennial Exposition. Appeal to Philadelphia Board of Brokers for contribution for endowment fund. Gift of old furniture and an Association seal for Mount Vernon. ER-5,  p. 25","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Hoyt's Printing House letterhead. Bridgeport ladies ask for exact measurements and plan of Connecticut room, they wish to furnish in same style as it was furnished in time of Washington's death.  Want to use a wood carpet and facsimile of Washington furniture which they understand Miss Hamilton possesses.  Encloses a paper indicating misunderstanding as to which is Connecticut room. ER-18, p. 53","A.L.S. Newark. Connecticut to furnish West Parlor. Waiting on contracts for balustrades and porticos. ER-6, p. 86","A.L.S. Hillside. Chandelier is hung.  More instructions re colonnades. Lossing said a length of balustrade had been preserved to serve as pattern, will write him for information re \"that pretty little porch over the west front door.\"  Consult illustration in \"Home of Washington.\" Put yellow pine floor down with white lead.  Improve road, will send dahlia roots. ER-7, p. 66","A.L.S. Detroit. Plan for festival on February 22 for endowment fund.  Mrs. Eve spent several weeks with her. ER-17, p. 209","Copy. Newark. Appeals to her for funds to renovate Mansion before the Centennial. ER-6, p. 89","A.L.S. Newark. Lossing has no definite measurement for summer house or porch. Must go by correct proportions to doors and windows. Work on barns not so important as work on Mansion. ER-7, p. 67","A.L.S. Auburn, New York. Wishes to purchase Washington family bible for MVLA.  Wishes to have it authenticated and some knowledge of its history.  Prepared to pay approximately $50 for the bible.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Requests that he preserve letters of her aunt sent him to be handed over to ladies selected by Miss Cunningham for control of them. ER-11, p. 177","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Amount of $81.75 credited to account. ER-5, p. 97","A.L. Incomplete letter. Difficulty collecting $600 needed to repay Mr. Riggs for his advance of $1000 toward restoration of the barn. However, she has collected some antique furniture for Mansion. State coat of arms over each door.","A.L.S. Charleston. Lawyer says Miss Cunningham's appointment of them to take charge of her papers cannot be passed on to someone else.  Useless to confer with anyone else on subject. ER-17, p. 215","A.L.S. Newark. Has found architect, Mr. Taylor, who will make plan for rebuilding the porch and portico. Dissatisfied with colonnade pillars. Wishes 2 pieces of old pillars for flower stands at Washington's Headquarters at Morristown. Sends old chair owned by General Elias Dayton. ER-6, p. 58","Photocopy. Galveston, TX. Office of Hobby and Post, Cotton Factors and Commission Merchants. Members of Washington family wish to exhibit personal Washington relics at the Centennial.  Hope to charge a small admission fee.  Asks if this will be possible.","A.L.S. and typescript partial transcription. Nordington. Is to send table to Mount Vernon for the Council room.  Will be in Washington early in New Year.  Expects to see him.  Is to bring with her the handle of Washington's coffin. ER-14, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington. Write to Hollingsworth to see if architect, Mr. Taylor, can be made comfortable at Mount Vernon. New Vice Regent for Kansas. ER-7, p. 61","A.L.S. Hopes \"annoyance\" of neighbors has stopped. Sends copies of Lossing's book and some Bibles and hymn books for Negroes. Sends grass seed. Was disappointed in not getting large donation promised her. Procuring table for Bastille model. ER-6, p. 57","Incomplete. Sent $1000 to Mr. Riggs for fences, also $53 from Vice Regent of Indiana.  Is holding surplus funds until certain all bills are paid.","Draft. Mount Vernon and the Centennial. Preparations for Centennial rushing toward completion.  Restoration also progresses at Mount Vernon where the colonnades were restored at cost of $939.61. City contributed $443. Balustrade on river front, barn stables and carriage house must have new roof. Rebuild hedges at gate. Surround estate with fence and bridge. All highly costly.  Vice Regents must sell Lossing's book. Publisher to sell at 50% off to Mount Vernon.  New Jersey to restore lodges, furnish fence and buildings.  If Vice Regents want Lossing book, tell Mrs. Halsted.  It will be shipped at once.  Newark clergy offers $1000 to restore verandah.","A.L. Draft. Remembers Miss Cunningham in early days of Association. Accepts responsibility of Miss Cunningham's appointment of her to receive her papers. ER-5, p. 213","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Relates Miss Cunningham's death on the 1st of May in S.C.  Wishes simple marker and two biblical passages on it.  Leaves her Mount Vernon papers and momentos to MVLA. ER-17, p. 207","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. After her aunt's death her uncle was empowered to take care of all papers including those Mary McMakin had, until turned over to three ladies named by her aunt to receive them.  Ann Pamela Cunningham wanted to leave them with Floride who had no room for the trunks, so Miss McMakin offered to keep them in her home. ER-17, p. 216","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Thanks her for the copy of the Centennial newspaper which will give her the information she has been seeking. Will forward one dollar to subscribe for the year and hopes it will help with their cause. ER-7, p. 69","A.L.S. Newark. Drawings of Mansion completed. South end portico drawings begun. Chair owned by Elias Dayton presented. ER-6, p. 59","Typescript copy. Washington, D.C. Concerns a letter of George Washington's to Fielding Lewis.  The letter is to be sold and Mr. Childs may see it at Mr. Leavitt's office.   R-217, TYP-899","A.L.S. Newark. Introduces Mr. Taylor who proposes furnishing MVLA with drawings and elevation of Mansion. ER-7, p. 75","Copy. Asks him for the favor of providing free passage on the railroad for Mr. Taylor to Mount Vernon. He will be providing them with much needed drawings of the Mansion. ER-6, p. 111","A.L.S. Elizabeth, New Jersey. Offers to send a chair used by Lord Bolingbroke, but cannot furnish papers of authenticity. ER-7, p. 71","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has received $98.12. ER-5, p. 99","A.L.S. Receipt for brick work on Porter's Lodge.  ER-11, p. 185","A.L.S. Receipt for assistance to Mr. Craig for brick work on porter's lodges. ER-11, p. 185","A.L.S. Dover. Moth problem at Mount Vernon is common in houses not lived in. She uses terpentine to repel them. Will furnish Delaware room, but impossible to get 100 year old furniture as desired. Any papers of Miss Cunningham's to be retained there. ER-5, p. 223","A.L.S. Receipt for carpentry work done on porter's lodges. ER-11, p. 185","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Tries to sell Lossings, cheap and expensive editions. Refers to gate, lodges, Wisconsin coat of arms, and furnishing a room. ER-18, p. 267","A.L.S. Newark. Mr. Taylor is making drawings of Mansion, will soon forward those of south end portico elevation with check.  Thinks a box of tin from colonnades (donated) must be at Mount Vernon.  Urges him to make funds available go as far as possible as collecting money is difficult.  Planning more entertainments. ER-7, p. 75","A.L.S. Receipt for brick work on Porter's Lodge.  ER-11, p. 185","Copy. Re history of Bolingbroke chair and an India ink painting of the Earl of Chatham. Copy written on a printed financial statement summary for Home Insurance Company of New York and advertisement for a Centennial calendar. ER-7, p. 71","A.L.S. Newark. Saw Van Campen Taylor on his return from Mount Vernon. He is making his draft of the Mansion, will return to complete details.  Will have elevation of portico ready today, found 1/2 of a pillar still standing against Mansion which is a perfect guide to restoration.  Portico must be a facsimile.  Encloses $300. ER-7, p. 72","Handwritten recollections of the 1864 meeting by an unknown individual.","A.L.S. Newark. Sends drawings for reconstruction of south porch of Mansion.  Copy of half column now attached to buiilding which should be copied exactly, made of seasoned pine, base and cap turned separately out of heavy plank.  Drawing is correct, engraving and photographs examined. ER-7, p. 75","A.L.S. Regarding a Washington bust given to him by Mr. Mills. Wishes Mills to write letter relating information John Augustine Washington had on the casting of the bust. H-709","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Bates' offer of Mrs. Otis portrait better be put before Council.  She is pleased with gift of Bolingbroke chair.  The Vice Regents efforts to celebrate Washington's birthday.  Interest on endowment fund to be sent to Hollingsworth. ER-7, p. 74","A.L.S. Newark. Sends interest on endowment fund.  Van Camp Taylor's architectural drawings for south end porch also sent. ER-7, p. 74-75. Copy of letter also in folder.","Copy. Asks him to speak in Jersey City for Washington's birthday for endowment fund.  Rival boat to Mount Vernon has cut boat fares, reducing Mount Vernon's revenue by half.  Masonic Order in New Jersey has contributed \"nobly.\"  Also planning celebrations in Elizabeth, Newark, Morristown and New York. ER-7, p. 77","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Gave some lectures for Mount Vernon years ago and offers to give more in his Congressional District for the Centennial. ER-7, p. 79","A.L.S. Elizabeth. Deplores modern days and quest for money. Discusses the Bolingbroke chair.","A.L.S. New York. The committee working on the centennial banner suggests they may send some money to Mount Vernon and she asks for a project. Roof, porch or whatever is needed that will give them a definite aim to work for. ER-7, p. 81","Bill with receipt of payment for materials and restoration of the balustrade at cost of $54.00.","A.L.S. Southampton, England. Offers old engraving of portrait of Admiral Vernon. M-1003. Letter adhered to cloth backing.","A.L.S. Detroit. Attempted to reorganize some of the interior counties that had helped with purchase fund, but interest was gone.  Has only collected $300 for endowment fund.  Refers to the great amount of work she has done for Mount Vernon cause and yet it is not completed.  Asks for information re amount needed for endowment fund. ER-17, p. 219","Copy. Newark. Asks for money for endowment for Mount Vernon.  ER-6, p. 113","A.L.S. Newark. Sends interest from New Jersey endowment fund. ER-6, p. 117","A.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Howard Townsend of Albany, New York gives funds and directions for immediate restoration of balustrade.  Reminds him of promise to send the old pillar of the portico to Washington's Headquarters in New Jersey. ER-7, p. 76","A.L.S. Charleston. Was unable to assume full duties of a Vice Regent, but Miss Cunningham did not want her to resign.  She is now able to carry on the work and expects to attend next Council. ER-4, p. 276","Receipted bill for carpentry work on the gate and fence, $41.00.","A.L.S. Jersey City. Possible cooperation with Masonic fraternity in proposed oration on \"Life and Character of Washington.\" ER-6, p. 118","A.L.S. In writing of a secretary. Re gift of $50 toward barn restoration from Mrs. Ward of Kansas. ER-7, p. 89","Copy. Re bust of Washington. Is to have it reproduced for sale to the general public. H-709","A.L.S. Dover. Coat of arms for Delaware room. She will furnish the room. ER-5, p. 225","A.L.S. Bridgeport, CT. Written on Mayor's Office of Bridgeport letterhead. Addressed to \"the keeper of Washington's home.\" He visited Mount Vernon many years ago and purchased one of the live eagles on the estate which still lives.  When visiting again in 1852 he does not remember any more eagles being around the estate. Inquires if there are currently any eagles at Mount Vernon and would like to exchange his for one or two younger birds. ER-5, p. 102","Copy. Trying to solicit for endowment fund for Mount Vernon. Present income insufficient and precarious. Rival steamer owned by farmers near Mount Vernon taking visitors for half fare. Plans for lectures and entertainments on Washington's birthdays to benefit endowment. ER-6, p. 119","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has sent letter to New York Mount Vernon Aid Society.  Suggests small donations be kept for repairs, larger sums for endowment fund. Riggs advanced money for barn roof.  New York Centennial Committee contributes to restoration of balustrade.  Portico and porch repairs about completed. ER-7, p. 87","A.L.S. Baltimore. Miss Harper wishes wallpaper and oilcloth removed from Maryland room. She did not want these and won't be responsible for cost incurred. ER-5, p. 98","A.L.S. Washington. Wishes MacDonald to return the Washington bust to him with a sworn statement that it is the proper bust. H-709","A.L.S. Dover. Asks how other rooms at Mount Vernon are furnished and whether walls are papered or painted. Two chairs nearly fill the room. ER-5, p. 227","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Still wants to give lectures in his congressional district to help the fund. He did this before many years ago. ER-6, p. 121","A.L.S. Albany. Requests information about Association. She is one of a group of Albany ladies interested in aiding their work.  ER-6, p. 120","A.L.S. Dover. Sorry she has been misaddressing his letters to Alexandria. Grateful for his papering her room, although Regent prefers \"whiting.\" Will reimburse him for expenses. Room is so small it holds nothing. What type of material is the curtain? ER-5, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington. Will write soon re revival of interest in Mount Vernon in many parts of the country.  Ohio sent $2000, proceeds from Ball for endowment fund, expects $800 from Richmond Ball. ER-17, p. 223","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Intends to lecture during next two months for benefit of Mount Vernon fund, deducting expenses incurred before remitting proceeds. Desires information regarding Miss Cunningham, financial condition of the estate, etc. ER-6, p. 122","A.L.S. Dover. Since walls in Delaware room are nicely papered, woodwork must be painted too. ER-5, p. 229","A.L.S. Wishes to help with Martha Washington tea party. Has an antique picture which she will exhibit on behalf of Mount Vernon. Will write concerning origin of picture, and it may belong at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 123","Copy. Mr. Hoffman's lectures should be given under New York State Committee auspices. ER-7, p. 85","Copy. Corrects mistakes in article about Mount Vernon of the 29th.  Urges February 22 be dedicated in all states to raising fund for Mount Vernon restoration.  Cincinnati raised $2160.  Van Campen Taylor, architect from Newark, volunteered service, went to Mount Vernon in January for one week, made drawings of porticos, balustrades, etc., also plans and elevations of Mansion. ER-7, p. 83","A.L.S. Goshen, New Jersey. Wants proceeds from his proposed lectures to go to Mount Vernon but seems to be some hesitation or misunderstanding on Mrs. Townsend's part. ER-6, p. 125","Copy. Urges him to cooperate with State Committee.  Hopes for widespread celebrations now that February 22 is a legal holiday.  States current indebtedness. ER-7, p. 85","D.S. Washington, D.C. Notice to attend Grand Council. ER-5, p. 27","A.L.S. Dover. Has had antique style furniture made for Delaware room. ER-5, p. 231","A.L.S. Baltimore. She has been seriously ill and neglected correspondence.  Urges  Hollingsworth to have Mansion \"thoroughly cleaned\" of moths.  Will attend to getting Maryland coat of arms.  Bill for endowment passed Maryland Senate but failed in House. ER-17, p. 255","A.L.S. Detroit. Occasionally has a celebration on February 22.  Plans to make a full report to the Regent and resign.  Cannot attend next Council. ER-17, p. 214","A.L.S. Executive Mansion, Annapolis, Maryland. Too late to remedy the mistake re papering the Maryland room.  Wants walls washed with a cream color, mantle piece and woodwork painted gray.  Will bring pieces of carpet and curtains. Bedstead presented by a friend of Mrs. Egerton will replace one belonging to Georgia room. New mattress a gift. ER-13, p. 32","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Private secretary to Mrs. Berghmans (Laughton). Congratulates her on success of her \"entertainment.\" Madam Berghmans currently preparing for Council. ER-7, p. 91","A.L.S. Annapolis. Invites Mrs. Comegys to her home, needs her experience and judgment re Mount Vernon.  ER-17, p. 224","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Asks Superintendent to change paper in Maryland Room if she does not like it.  Approves Mrs. Comegys's action Miss Cunningham's papers, does not wish to open correspondence with Floride Cunningham.  Always glad of any action that indicates respect and regard for first Regent.  Mrs. Barry and Mrs. Chace will not be at Council.  Have heard from 12 including Mrs. Walker who will attend. ER-17, p. 226","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re State Committees. Doubts advisability of allowing permanent committees. ER-5, p. 28","A.L.S. Newark. Treasurer, Mrs. Parker has sent Madam Berghmans $1000. Vases, Earl of Chatham's picture and Bolingbroke chair have been shipped. Will take with her the plans and elevations of the Mansion. ER-6, p. 60","A.L.S. Dover. Paper must come off the walls in Delaware room, it is only one upstairs papered. ER-5, p. 231","A.L.S. 2 pages. Newark to Mount Vernon. Sends the drawings and instructions for rebuilding the south porch of the Mansion.","A.L.S. Detroit. Not able to attend Council.  Asks if History of Mount Vernon presented for Council is to be published. If records of each state are preserved in archives, Mrs. Farnsworth has nothing but receipts for money collected which she will send with her resignation. Thinks more can be raised for endowment, and that resources of her \"adopted state\" have been only partially developed. ER-17, p. 229","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Statement of MVLA account.  Can also collect $31.50 in interest due on MVLA stocks.  Also he holds $5550 in US Treasury stocks, $500 in bonds of Portland and Rochester Co. and 18 shares of Virginia and Georgia bank stocks. ER-22, p. 237","Copy. Newark. Has not heard from her in a long time. She tried to cover the New York portion of Mount Vernon work for her but feels she has not done enough. Updates her on latest Mount Vernon news. ER-6, p. 127","A.L.S. Carpet and bedstead for Pennsylvania room. ER-5, p. 99","A.L.S. Dover. She and others on Committee stayed after Council to check accounts and were \"insulted\" by Mr. Hollingsworth. Mrs. Laughton's secretary overheard them talking of incident. ER-5, p. 233","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Authenticates the Powel carriage as that which Mr. John Hare Powel told her belonged formerly to General George Washington. H-737","A.L.S. Pleased to get \"beautiful commendations\" from the Capital.  Re adjustments of funds given, finds only two gifts, $10 and $5, received from Regent, though she reported more forthcoming. ER-7, p. 93","A.L.S. Nordington. Re purchase of a horse.  Furniture moved in Council room.  Bridgeport ladies will send furniture.  Miss Harper places antique marble table in Banquet Hall, old side-board placed in East Parlor, two pictures were rehung.  Council was too brief and hurried. ER-17, p. 123","A.L.S. Accepts Vice Regency of New York. ER-17, p. 228","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Praises his management of entertainment for distinguished guests yesterday. Five dollars to be distributed among servants. Some of her silver and other things left at Mount Vernon. China and glassware to be returned to Mr. Boteler.  Purchase of fans for sale on boat or at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 99","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. At Council request, they are at Mount Vernon to attend to papers Miss Cunningham in accordance with her will.  Personal papers returned to niece, other papers placed in Superintendent's care, box of valuables placed with relics.  Mrs. Walker goes to Richmond to get papers left with Mrs. Pellet. ER-11, p. 179","A.L.S. Dover. Found in his garden Admiral Vernon medal commemorating taking of Porto Bello in 1739. Presents it to Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 231","A.L.S. Stratford. Superintendent ordered by Council resolution to have copies of two Charters of MVLA printed.  Asks him to send her a \"written copy duly authenticated of both charters.\"  Tells him how to obtain copy from Virginia Secretary of State, fee to be paid by MVLA. ER-18, p. 60","A.L.S. Certifies the carriage he sold Mr. Wharton is the same as the Powel carriage and the one identified by Elizabeth Steel. H-737","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. She and Mrs. Hudson occupy room over Superintendent's office.  Describes life at Mount Vernon during Council.  Difficulties with furnace.  Chandelier returned.  Is working on old papers, has found but one of her own letters.  Is appointed as a committee of one to attend to restoration of Peale's painting \"Washington Before Yorktown.\" ER-7, p. 95","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Refers to old engraving of Admiral Vernon sent from England recently.  Mrs. Washington has not yet sent Minutes.  Refers to debt on barn. GAve $175 to Mr. Riggs.  Kentucky sent $273, used $50 for barn, rest for endowment fund.  Florida's $300 to be treated similarly.  Hopes Tennessee and West Virginia will pay their quotas soon.  Refers to support given her by Mrs. Comegys, Mrs. Eve, and Miss Harper. ER-17, p. 235","A.L.S. Receipt of Mr. L. Harrison of Fredericksburg a large bell that used to be the property of Mary Washington. W-822","A.L.S. Lexington, Virginia. Washington and Lee University. Has no objection to the Washington bedstead being fixed up as \"you and Mr. Green think best.\" W-194","Copy. Newark. Cordially received the Masons recent donation of $10. ER-6, p. 146","Copy. Newark. Sends $1000 for New Jersey's contribution to endowment fund and $53 for Indiana. ER-7, p. 99","Copy. Newark. Furniture for Mount Vernon ready to ship. Thanks him for privilege of shipping on his line. ER-6, p. 167","Copy. Newark. Appeals for money for endowment to do away with continued appeals to public and the entrance fee. Mrs. Stewart's husband was interested in the endowment before his death. ER-6, p. 169","Copy. Newark. Miss Cunningham requested Congress to make 22nd February a legal holiday. ER-6, p. 177","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Re bills for books, why she unable to attend Council. Complains about Vice Regents not doing as they agree to do.  Mount Vernon is \"looking spendidly.\"  Furnished room herself, procured furniture 100 yrs old, imitated upholstery of time.  Coat of arms carved, paid for by seminary.  Lodges paid for by children of a friend and public school pennies.  Turned offer of a New York merchant over to Vice Regent  for New York. ER-18, p. 289","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Excursion party visited Mount Vernon in September 1875. Noticed barren condition of Connecticut room.  Bridgeport Mount Vernon Aid Society formed to furnish room.  Gives list of articles, age of each and cash value. Includes cabinet, piano, sofa, tea table, card table, sconce, small rocking chair, large rocking chair, mirror, silk screen, andirons, candlestick, snuffers and tray. ER-18, p. 53","A.L.S. Morristown, New Jersey. Great admiration for her zeal in pressing for endowment funds. Offers to go to Washington to help lobby bill through both Houses for funds. Headquarters Association in bad shape. May have to disband. ER-6, p. 128","A.L.S. Newark. Asks about decision to Appeal to Congress for endowment fund, mentions legislators who may be called on for support.  Asks for receipt for $1000 sent for endowment fund. ER-7, p. 101","A.L. Torn postcard, incomplete. Bridgeport. Furniture sent to Virginia. Gives dimensions.","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Unable to obtain minutes from Secretary of Council. Ladies must endeavor to influence Congressmen in favor of appropriation for Mount Vernon.  ER-5, p. 29","A.L.S. New York. MacDonald's bust of Washington made from Houdon's cast and Stewart portrait. Burglar alarm installed.  ER-6, p. 180","Copy. Re efforts for the endowment fund. ER-6, p. 129","Copy. Re endowment bill for $100,000 to come before U.S. Congress in January. Council has instructed each Vice Regent to work for it through congressmen.  Regrets that Mrs. Ella Bassett Washington has not sent in revised Minutes for published report. ER-7, p. 109","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Will ask people of Wisconsin to give to endowment fund when she hears from Regent who has not written her.  Knows of last Council proceedings indirectly only.  Approves plan of raising endowment and not accepting aid from Congress.  Regrets there are not committees to work with Regent. ER-18, p. 269","Receipted bill for digging well.","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Sends memorial done by Baltimore woman. Draws diagram of how it is to be hung in relation to other pictures, including George and Martha Washington and Miss Cunningham. Coat of arms for Georgia and Pennsylvania expected soon. Suggests having white cottage furniture in room until antiques arrive from South Carolina. Returns to Georgia soon via Chesapeake Bay. ER-5, p. 201","D.S. Circuit court. Receipt for $75 retainer in suit against Howland and others.  ER-5, p. 100","A.L.S. Nordington. Sent complete copy of minutes to Regent, will make copy for Mrs. Halsted.  Federal aid to be sought.  Captain Frank kept boat running \"constantly\" for Mount Vernon visitors. ER-14, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington. Wants to visit Mount Vernon the next week if she, husband and friends can go on the boat without charges. Wishes to know with what privileges a Vice Regent of the MVLA is endowed when visiting Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 31","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Arthur M. Burton, Attorney at Law. Re estate of J.W. Derickson, deceased. Widow of Mr. Derickson wishes to know when the MVLA will pay debts owed to her late husband and lists payments owed. ER-D-114","A.L.S. with copies of documents. Philadelphia. Sends copies of drafts and note and Miss Cunningham's letter. Draft for $1000 does not bear name of Devereux. Asks him to let him know results of his investigation.  ER-D-129, ER-D-130","Extract of letter regarding late report of minutes due to her son's illness. Also, brief extract reporting the marriage of Mrs. Berghmans to Mr. Laughton. ER-7, p. 111","A.L.S. Nordington. Sends copy of report of last Council.  Does \"literary work\" in New York in winter to bolster her finances.  No word of board meeting on resolution, or official report to be published.  No legislature hearing for Mount Vernon when Presidential election is so important.  Press reports large profits at Mount Vernon.  Visitors by thousands. ER-14, p. 125","Copy. Regrets late report. It fails to give sufficient importance to necessity of immediate work on Bill to be presented to U.S. Congress for $100,000 endowment. ER-7, p. 113","Copy. Council decided to ask January session of Congress for $100,000 endowment to support and keep Mount Vernon in repair.  Seeks his support of this Bill. ER-7, p. 103","Copy. Asks him to keep her informed on Mount Vernon bill for $100,000 endowment. Reviews $7000 claim and how money was spent and inability of Vice Regents to raise sufficient funds. ER-7, p. 105","Printed notices re open hours of the estate, fees, restrictions on photography, etc. News clipping re the same on the reverse. ER-7, p. 107","A.L.S. Jacksonville. Has not heard from him in a long time.  Hopes Council will be last of May or first of June.  Asks for all the box trees he can spare. Will pay at same rate as anyone else. ER-18, p. 257","A.L.S. South Carolina. Reply to letter asking about Miss Cunningham who spent part of summer and fall in 1864 on Sullivan Island, and went to Mrs. Calhoun's in winter, in a very feeble condition.  Relates A.P.C.'s efforts to rehabilitate her S.C. plantation and be free from debt, her struggles for health in the unhealthy place, she had a good physician.  Mrs. Calhoun wrote many letters for her and her husband looked after her business affairs. ER-17, p. 237","Record of gifts given to the MVLA.","Report and account of all receipts and expenditures of funds in 1876 by the Vice Regent of New Jersey. ER-7, p. 97","Report on the Connecticut Room in the Mansion. ER-18, p. 52","A.L. Incomplete. New Jersey and New York have funded the restoration of the two colonnades, south end portico, Alexandria front port, balustrade on piazza. Will be completed by opening of the National Centennial.  Mr. Van Campen Taylor of Newark, went to Mount Vernon and made drawings of those items to restore them immediately.  Also drew plans and elevations of Mansion and surroundings that may be rebuilt if destroyed by fire.  Taylor did this gratis. ER-7, p. 34","A.L.S. Praises for Mrs. Berghman's Regency.  Captain of the Arrow has failed to perform his part of contract with MVLA.  Boat running in oppostion to MVLA's. Feels business not adequate for service by more than one company.","A.L.S. House of Representatives. Glad they are seeking bill in Congress. Is hopeful for its success. ER-6, p. 131","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent married Mr. Laughton, December 30, 1876 in Washington.  Gives description of Mr. Laughton.  Much publicity given to the marriage.  Sent Regent Minutes three months ago, but has had no acknowledgement of it.  Thinks it unwise to ask congressional aid now. ER-14, p. 127","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Senate Chamber. Offers to present petition to Congress for endowment, but bill will probably have to originate in House of Representatives. ER-6, p. 130","A.L.S. House of Representatives. Bill for endowment has not been introduced yet. Will do all he can to see it passed. ER-6, p. 132","A.L.S. Alexandria. Instructions on pursuing the suit against various individuals in the Fairfax Court. ER-5, p. 101","A.L.S. Thinks it unwise to pursue congressional bill at present. ER-5, p. 31","A.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Laughton's recent letter has blasted all hopes of getting endowment bill through this Congress. If he thinks there is a chance of the bill passing now, please write to Mrs. Laughton. Once enthusiasm of centennial is over she sees little hope of getting any money.  ER-6, p. 134","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Asks if Regent mentions report for last year. Sent Minutes last September and as yet not acknowledged.  Saw Judge Thomas who wants Board changed. ER-14, p. 127","A.L.S. Agrees with Regent and others that it is not the best time to approach Congress with bill. ER-7, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Received her check for $218.95. ER-20, p. 153","A.L.S. Brooklyn. Table belonging to her husband's grandfather (nephew of George Washington) given to Mount Vernon.  Cover for table promised.  Hopes Judge Thomas will not resign. Good supporter of Mount Vernon.  Asks for her cousin Mr. Lewis' address. Owner of relics. ER-7, p. 115","A.L.S. Receipt for laying cobblestone.","A.L.S. Newark. Van Campen Taylor and a young assistant wish to go to Mount Vernon to finish drawings. Asks only that their fare be paid, but collecting funds is difficult. ER-7, p. 75","Copy. Asks him to write immediately regarding security of Washington's sarcophagus and to ensure that it has never been opened or tampered with.  An end must be put to these \"outrageous newspaper scandals.\" Note in folder also alludes to a letter from Mrs. Hollingsworth to her husband regarding damage to the Tomb. ER-7, p. 125","A.L.S. Alexandria. Suit against Howland progressing. Injunction granted and violators will be punished. \"The idea that Mount Vernon is the property of the people at large will be speedily dispelled.\" ER-5, p. 103","A.L.S. Leesburg. Mr. Green of Alexandria will finish renovating and send to Mount Vernon \"a handsome old…bookcase and writing desk.\"  Shall go to Mount Vernon soon \"perhaps with my big bookcase, a piece belonging to General Custis Lee, to be deposited\" at Mount Vernon. H-151","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Asks for facts re statements made in article in New York Evening Post March 20, 1877, about Houdon bust at Mount Vernon. H-709","Copy. Believes Committees very important to carry on Mount Vernon work. Duties of an executive committee. At last Council, a committee appointed to examine and report on entire management of the farm. Thinks Mrs. Sweat is proper person to suggest people for different committees. ER-7, p. 119","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Re Evening Post's article on James Grant Wilson's false statements of plaster case made of Washington's whole person and removal of Houdon bust from Mount Vernon. Also refutes MacDonald's claim to original. H-709","A.L.S. Newark. Re Houdon bust. ER-6, p. 61","A.L.S. Receipt for laying cobblestone.","Copy. Newark. Wrote Hollingsworth re the stealing of Houdon bust.  Pleased with his Evening Post article.  Should have had $100,000 from Congress for endowment in 1876.  Colonnades have been rebuilt. Portico fronting library window, balustrade on river front portico, and two lodges at Alexandria entrance restored.  Several rooms furnished.  Refers to Miss Cunningham's death and burial.  Taylor's detailed drawings of Mansion to be preserved with deed.  Plans to be published in Boston Art and Architectural Journal. ER-6, p. 154","A.L.S. New York. Original subscription book kept by his wife, Mary Morris Hamilton Schuyler, was thought to be at Mount Vernon but ended up in a private library and eventually forwarded back to his wife. Should he send it on to her? Mrs. Schuyler is ill but wants to do the right thing with the subscription book. ER-7, p. 80","A.L.S. Will send a bale of matting to Mount Vernon that may be used on Council room if no carpet there. Also getting chintz for curtains, sofa and mantle, so when furniture from Connecticut room is placed there, will have furnished Council Room.  Vice Regents Sweat, Mitchell, and Hudson will meet privately at Mount Vernon before Council.  Left boat affairs in Regent's hand. ER-18, p. 56","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Re his article and false statements on Houdon bust. H-709","D.S. Washington, D.C. Official notice to attend Council.  ER-5, p. 29","A.L.S. New York. Description of subscription book. Cannot leave his wife at present to bring it to her but she can pick it up if convenient to her. Mrs. Schuyler is very glad she represents New York at the MVLA. ER-7, p. 80","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Acknowledges Mrs. Comegys's congratulations upon Regent's marriage. ER-17, p. 239","A.L.S. New York. Sends Mount Vernon book by express today. ER-7, p. 80","A.L.S. Stratford. Vice Regents Mitchell, Sweat and Hudson to arrive for private Council before Grand Council.  Has sent matting, wishes it put down in Council Room. ER-18, p. 57","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Thanks him for information sent and the invitation to visit Mount Vernon to see improvements. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re the invitation to the governor and the committee appointed to visit Mount Vernon on May 22 during Grand Council.  Refusal to defray committee's travelling expenses as many Vice Regents come thousands of miles and pay their own hotel bills. ER-17, p. 238","A.L.S. Gordonsville, Kentucky. Wrote Mrs. Broadwell re purchase of George Washington autograph letter.  Has had no reply.  He and his sisters are old, in need of funds, and he hopes this sale may be made. ER-17, p. 277","A.L.S. Stratford. Matting is sent for Council room. ER-18, p. 58","A.L.S. Stratford. Re transportation to Mount Vernon.  Order given that all reports are to be in writing.  She wants Connecticut furniture also put in Council room excepting piano. Will bring accessories such as curtains, table covers, etc.  Is collecting money for furnishing parlor handsomely.  Asks him to have her little mirror repaired.  Will bring chintz for sofa, wants cornice for curtains.  Asks for her little bedroom again. ER-18, p. 59","A.L.S. Baltimore. Sends matting for Maryland room. Wants furnace running 2 or 3 days before Council and needs a place for her maid. ER-13, p. 32","Copy. Acknowledges receipt of two reports on the steamer Arrow.  No doubt safety of public will be enhanced by instructions given to Captain by Mr. Dumont. ER-18, p. 90","A.L.S. Leesburg. Original bookcase, mirror and brackets given by George Washington Custis Lee. Candle stand also original and given by Major B.P. Noland. Two square mahogany tables presented. Instructions as to how these relics should be marked. ER-5, p. 105","A.L. portion of letter cut away, incomplete. Detroit. Collected $150 which she asks advice on using.  Refers to her resignation and gives new address at New Rochelle, New York. Pencil note: \"Mrs. Farnsworth resigned at next Council.  Resignation not accepted.\" ER-17, p. 241","A.L.S. and copy. Mount Vernon. Relates events at Council.  Virginia committee interviews Captain Hollingshead re boat question, bar, fees, etc.  Statements re payments were false.  Proposition to be submitted by Alexandria ship builder.  J.M. Forbes, attorney and new member, said members do not want their expenses paid.  His daughter finds suit of George Washington's clothes he put in safe keeping during War. Was given to MVLA by Colonel McGregor.   ER-6, p. 135 and copy ER-7, p. 121","D.S. Reappointment of Superintendent Hollingsworth with duties assigned.  ER-5, p. 107","Copy. On behalf of the Grand Council. Asks Vice Regents who have not communicated with the Regent or attended Council to offer resignation to the Board of the MVLA so that the Regent may appoint a new representative from their states.","Printed statement. Fauquier County, Virginia. Printed statement made at the request of the MVLA re history of the George Washington suit of clothes formerly owned by him, taken during the Civil War and presented to MVLA by W. D. McGregor of Hudson City. ER-17, p. 246 and ER-7, p. 122","D.S. Washington, D.C. His proposition to furnish a suitable steamboat, capacity 600 passengers, trip from Mount Vernon to Washington one hour 30 minutes to start running April 1, 1878 and to make 1 or 2 trips daily as business requires.  States percentage he will pay the Association for passenger fares, carrying their members, employees and their freight free of charge. ER-20, p. 87","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sorry she is offended by the account he sent her for work done on Delaware room. Quotes from her letter requesting work be done. ER-5, p. 109","A.L.S. Stratford. Sent him seven copies of Moody and Sanky Hymns set to music.  Begs a Sunday School Mission to send books to his address.  Asks him if bibles are needed for negroes, and states how to obtain them.  Determined to have religious advantages there, a paid preacher for one Sunday a month.  Comments on boat service.  Tells him to write Mrs. Sweat often, sending her monthly reports also.  Mr. John Davis, lawyer, resigned.  Asks what should be done about trees at the Tomb. ER-18, p. 61","A.L.S. Newark. Re Minutes of the recent Council.  ER-6, p. 137 (copy ER-6, p. 136)","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. House of Representatives. Supports endowment fund for Mount Vernon so visitors may pay respects to Washington's grave without paying a tax. ER-6, p. 133","A.L. in fragments. New Rochelle. Failed to collect very much for endowment, has $162 in bank.  Asks who is to write history of Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. ER-17, p. 245","A.L.S. Jones Hill, Virginia. Letter accompanying printed statement of May 29, 1877 re Washington's suit of clothes previously in his possession, which disappeared in March 1862 and were found May 22, 1877 at Mount Vernon.  Printed statement prepared for press and others interested. ER-17, p. 247","A.L.S. Stratford. Wants to know more about Major Blake, wants Vice Regents to know about him, also wishes to know Mr. Halsted's opinion of boat contract. ER-18, p. 62","A.L.S. Newark. Minutes of Council for 1868. Major Blake's proposals for boat contract. Captain Hollingshead's reduction of fare after difficulty with the \"Mary Washington\" was unfair. All of reduction came from Mount Vernon's share. Can supply some facts of what happened at any Councils for which minutes are missing. Sends books for \"Emily's day school.\" Will give a bible to the child who learns most and takes best care of his book. ER-6, p. 139","Copy. Re advertisement which Regent delayed and Mr. Blake's proposal re furnishing boat for 600 passengers to be ready April 1, fare $1, children 50 cents, commission to MVLA.  Will carry Mount Vernon freight, give bond, etc. ER-18, p. 63","A.L.S. Newark. GIves information on early Councils. Need to find more about Mr. Blake before Executive Committee meets. Mrs. Hudson's reply of July 5 written at bottom after Halsted's letter. ER-6, p. 140","A.L.S. Stratford. Re the Minutes of Council, old and new constitutions are to be \"engrossed\" in the \"new book.\" Had letter from Mr. Blake re his offer.  Asks if Arrow charged for children.  Asks Hollingsworth to write her fully of Mr. Blake, wants him to have boat contract.  Wants to provide for McDermotts. ER-18, p. 63","A.L.S. Newark. Mr. Blake's proposition seems acceptable to each of Executive Committee. Thinks it advisable to postpone printing of Minutes until it can be made as complete as possible. Wants to get as complete information as possible of early Association from Mrs. Pellet, Miss Tracy and Mr. Riggs. ER-6, p. 141","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to write Mrs. Sweat re number of acres in hay, in grain, in garden, in woodlands, lawns, pleasure grounds. Also number of fowl, cattle, etc.  Report's printing awaits this information.  Explains that Minutes of MVLA are strictly confidential.  Offers to sent Mount Vernon Bantam chickens. ER-18, p. 65","Copy. Controvery over wharf contract and Captain Hollingshead. Attempt to settle out of court. Mount Vernon has no compensation for the Captain's use of wharf. Cannot close Alexandria gate by terms of their charter. ER-6, p. 143","Copies, typescript. Thanks him for Washington's suit of clothes and printed statement prepared for the MVLA. ER-6, p. 145. ER-7, p. 123","A.L.S. Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-18, p. 134","\"Copy in part.\" Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-6, p. 147","A.L.S. Uniforms cost more than the Superintendent estimated.  Asks for price of Sarah's coffee roaster, if pumps have been rearranged and cellar drainage repaired.  Asks if brick floor of lunch room has been relaid and painted.  Asks for report of landing of trespassers by government boats. Will also consult Mr. Blake. ER-18, p. 179","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks for instructions for sending Bantam chickens and about number of Mount Vernon visitors.  Sarah and Smith have diptheria again.  Asks about proper drainage at Mount Vernon.  Pat has chills.  Captain Hollingshead wants Alexandria gate closed.  Asks him for a full statement of his opinion of the boat situation, percentage Association should pay, possibilities of increase in fares, type of contract.  Asks if he received bibles, and engaged negro preacher. ER-18, p. 67","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him to write Mrs. Sweat what Mount Vernon's share of each Arrow passenger is.  Troubled about diptheria at Mount Vernon.  Is determined Mr. Blake shall have contract. ER-18, p. 68","A.L.S. Asks for detailed report on Mr. Gardner's negatives.  Awaits his monthly report. Asks that it include all indebtedness. ER-18, p. 181","A.L.S. Stratford. Re boat contract, diptheria at Mount Vernon, proper drainage, and disinfectant to be used. ER-18, p. 71","A.L.S. Newark. Authorizes any amount needed to drain Mansion and side buildings. Sends recipe for malarious infections. Desires all he knows of Captain Hollingshead. Mrs. Sweat thinks he must share loss from fare reduction. Will send box of books for him to give out as needed. ER-6, p. 149","Incomplete copy. Mrs. Townsend thinks Mr. Blake is best applicant they have. Miss Cunningham said all side buildings and Mansion were drained when hydraulic ram was laid. Malaria at Mount Vernon. Washington's sarcophagus, just as it is, should be placed in malachite casing.  ER-6, p. 151","Draft copy. Sarah Tracy, now Mrs. Upton Herbert. Asks for her to relate all information she knows about the earliest meetings of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 152","A.L.S. Sends him $200. Asks about bill for $285 for Mr. Gardner's negatives.  Commends his pushing forward all repairs ordered by Council.  Bill for uniforms explained.  Pay all bills each month. Glad the Superintendent and Mr. Blake think no action against trespassers by boat is necessary. ER-18, p. 181","A.L.S. St. Louis. Has no information on modification of Hollingshead's contract. Will write the Regent for facts.  Gives his opinion on MVLA's compelling people to come by Arrow, provision of suitable gates, etc.  Regrets he has no document on hand on which to base an official opinion.  Major Blake has good reputation but no money.","A.L.S. Cape May. Approves placing money in Savings Bank until Regent's return. ER-20, p. 19","Draft copy. Thinks Mrs. Laughton should either act on or reject Mr. Blake's proposal without further delay. ER-6, p. 153","A.L.S. Burke, Virginia. Relates all she knows on dates of previous meetings and Council from the earliest days of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 161","Draft copy. Mrs. Laughton's afflictions. Suggests removing care of chairmanship of Executive Committee from Mrs. Laughton for time being in order to get action on Mr. Blake's proposal. They cannot trifle with him any longer. Book of Minutes cannot be completed until letters \"in those boxes\" are arranged. No minutes found prior to 1866. ER-6, p. 157","Draft copy. Inquiry regarding sixteen sided barn. ER-6, p. 155","A.L.S. Stratford. Boat service delayed by inability of Regent to give it her attention.  Thinks Major Blake should have contract. ER-18, p. 69","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Description of great circular barn, land cultivated, Washington's supervision of estate.  Gives illustrations of false stories which are \"muddying the springs of history.\"  Refers to article in Evening Post on Houdon's statue. ER-8, p. 158","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thinks Regent's letter of Sept. 14, 1874 contains information on reduction of fares on Arrow.  Miss Cunningham gave Captain Hollingshead privilege of handling passenger ticket coupons.  Hollingshead counts Mount Vernon passengers who come by Alexandria Road and from \"Mary Washington\" and says MVLA must pay him 75 cents for each.  Thinks a lawsuit necessary. ER-20, p. 123","Draft copy. Asks for her husband, Mr. Herbert, to share with them as much information as he can remember about the earliest days of the Association including improvements made to the Mansion and grounds under his supervision. ER-6, p. 165","Copy. Contents lists for a package sent by a Vice Regent to James Hollingsworth.","Copy. Re steamboat contract, details of Association's requirements, endorsements of Mr. Blake.  Gives list of his endorsers. ER-20, p. 33","A.L.S. Newark. Sarah's house does not need draining.  Quotes Hollingsworth's recommendation in 1874 to lower fare to $1 which Regent did as a temporary measure, and its bearing on present situation. Possibility of five year lease on wharf. Association should have 1/3 from freight and passenger fares.  Wants Mr. Blake's references on file and delays in settlement ended. ER-20, p. 21","A.L.S. Burke, Virginia. Mr. Herbert cannot remember specific dates or work operations performed at Mount Vernon, however he reported all work to Miss Cunningham and Mr. Riggs and left all contracts of work done at Mount Vernon when he left. Mrs. Herbert (Tracy) believes all these papers should still be at Mount Vernon and were reviewed by Dr. Marks upon Miss Cunningham's request. ER-6, p. 144","Copy. Sympathizes with her afflictions. Executive committee believes Major Blake's proposal is best. Suggests ways of avoiding a summer meeting for purpose of drawing up contract. ER-6, p. 171","Copy. Washington, D.C. Gives endorsers, and will \"cheerfully subscribe to any reasonable amendments\" Committee may decide on. ER-20, p. 31","A.L.S. Toledo, Ohio. Re boat contract with Hollingshead and his failure to meet obligations. ER-20, p. 27","A.L.S. Newark. Burglar alarm suggested for protection of Tomb. ER-6, p. 148","A.L.S. Newark. Re protection of Tomb. ER-6, p. 173","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Re greater security for Tomb.  Suggests a military guard or placing sarcophagus in granite.  Would be pleased to have Vice Regents visit Mount Vernon more often.  Recommends a fire extinguisher.  Encloses diagram of Tomb with measurements. ER-7, p. 127","A.L.S. Stratford. Tells Hollingsworth to see Regent (who is recovering from illness) and explain that he is using his personal funds for Mount Vernon expenses.  The Report is for the Public, the Minutes strictly private.  Thinks Major Blake will get boat contract. ER-18, p. 72","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has a moss tree which may have been planted in Mount Vernon's garden.  Gives account of how bushes were transplanted in government garden in 1856 and this one given to him.  Sent affidavit of this to Regent Laughton.  Wishes to sell it to Association as only one in existence. ER-7, p. 124","A.L.S. and copy. Newark. Received hers of the 23rd and copies of Sweat to Davis regarding Hollingsworth's difficulties. Sends letter from Newark Transportation Co. which may help Major Blake and Mount Vernon.  Has given marble cutters dimensions of sarcophagus for estimate of Quincy granite with directions for cutting to give needed protection.  Inventor of electric alarm will go to Mount Vernon soon and give estimate for installation.  Knight Templars wish to erect monument in form of a Greek temple over old Tomb (cost $200,000).  Miss Harper opposes this plan which Dr. Alvoid and Mr. Stansbury presented to Council in 1873. Asks if Mr. Sweat will write boat contract including wharf problems, so there can be no defaulting in amount paid to MVLA.  Approves Mrs. Hudson's suggestions for tolling bell, uniforms for crew and officers, flying U. S. flag, etc.   ER-20, p. 29 and copy, ER-6, p. 174","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Secured Michigan coat of arms. Walnut and oak floor most suitable for hall.  Asks for several back issues of the Report. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Probably a letter from Margaret Sweat. Was suprised to receive copies of instructions to Mr. Davis without being asked for signature of Regent. Feels it unwise to get into a legal fight with Capt. Hollingshead who will stop at nothing for revenge and it is beneath their dignity. His lease is soon to run out. Their legal counsel has resigned and it is also unwise to enter into fight without him. Summary of why decisions were made on boat fares.  They will hurt Hollingshead enough by refusal to renew his lease.","Copy. Newark. Wants estimates from Holmes, inventor of electric alarm, and designs for sarcophagus to present to Executive Committee in New York the following week.  Can have veterans on guard. Government must support them.  Wants some Mount Vernon friends to buy knoll on left and government can build barracks there. Sends estimates for three plans from Quincy Granite works from copy of their letter signed \"Russell and Williams.\" ER-6, p. 175","A.L.S. New York. Letter stating Regent has given her power \"to draw cheques\" for Association as chairman of its Executive Committee.  Signed \"Approved Lily L. Macalester Laughton, Regent\" at bottom.  ER-18, p. 140","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Due to bad management of boat and \"slow travel\" during September he asks for $300 to pay outstanding bills.  Had a mild cyclone. Damaged trees, heavy rains damaged roads.  Sends her his monthly report. ER-20, p. 125","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Instruction re signing checks. ER-20, p. 91","A.L.S. Newark. Re burglar alarm decision for Tomb. ER-6, p. 178","A.L.S. Portland. Received his letter and monthly report, will draw checks promptly for necessary sums. Please give list by item, amount paid, date of expenditure, etc. with exactness.  Asks information on one entry sent to her. Riggs asks for information before drawing check.  Asks if October will have a deficiency also. ER-18, p. 136","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. September was a \"particularly unfortunate month\" with few visitors, poor management on boat.  Lists bills, $200 for groceries, $100 for photographs, $50 for butcher, $50 for blacksmith.  Asks for $400 which he is sure will liquidate all debts.  Explains expenditure of Regent's last check.  Pleased Major Blake is awarded boat contract. ER-20, p. 127","A.L.S. Stratford. Refers to Hollingshead's losing contract, checting Association, allowing him to finish time left on contract, and other phases of boat service.  Asks him to keep her informed as she is a member of the Executive Committee.  Will have Minutes printed soon and send him a personal copy.  Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Halsted will tell him about past Minutes which Mr. McDermott is to copy into the \"Minute Book.\" ER-18, p. 73","A.L.S. Portland. Received details concerning $300 he requested, regrets delay, sends check at once and asks for receipt. ER-18, p. 137","Draft copy. Discusses the coat of arms painted for various rooms, some size 14 x 20.  Hollingsworth gives reason why wood carpet would not be practical for hall floor.  Library floor is black walnut, hall must be oak with black walnut border.  Wood paneling in hall is \"painted\" oak, which Mrs. Hudson wishes cleaned off.  Have great abundance of Mount Vernon Record copies. ER-17, p. 178","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Acknowledges receipt of check from her for $300.","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Continued repairs on hydraulic ram, cistern in bad condition.  Needs a new reservoir. Thinks $200 adequate and ought to be done before winter. ER-20, p. 129","D.S. Endorsed statement regarding the procedure he used to make a cast of the Houdon Bust at Mount Vernon and left it there in place of the original.  Subsequently he made 5 other copies in bronze and plaster. H-709","A.L.S. Portland. Reports action of Executive Committee.  Had two meetings after Regent left, discussed function and limits of committee. Mrs. Halsted's plan of erecting a $2000 or $3000 sarcophagus of Quincy granite, had pictures of it. Burglar alarm for Superintendent's quarters.  Signed contract with Blake, question of selling liquor on boats met.  Hollingsworth asked for $300 to pay back debts, sent Mrs. Hudson money for printing, stationery and traveling expenses. Hollingsworth now wants $200 for hydraulic ram. ER-18, p. 139","A.L.S. In reply to his letters, she states Mrs. Townsend says $1000 was \"appropriated by New York people for repairs at Mount Vernon during the Centennial year,\" but thinks fund must be exhausted. Asks for a report on handling of this fund.  Will authorize $200 for hydraulic ram if it is necessary. ER-18, p. 141","A.L.S. Brattleboro, Vermont. Reports on her work. Presents resignation because of \"increasing years and…infirmities,\" so that a more vigorous person may take up the work.  She had resigned before but it was not accepted. ER-20, p. 15","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Balance of $300 remains from money contributed by New York, $700 already used for repairs. ER-20, p. 131","A.L.S. Stratford. Knows he is in touch with acting Regent Sweat.  Writes of boat service, asks for copy of Blake's contract for members of Executive Committee.  Asks how Hollingshead bore his defeat. Asks what wood is in panels in Mansion Hall.  Wants her bedroom and closet repaired and cleaned.  Sends him paper to use in acknowledging gifts, form for same, and these to be signed by him as Superintendent by order of Council.  Association leaves sale of liquors to  Blake's judgment.  Considers draining Hell Hole. ER-18, p. 75","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has not received letter from Irwin Martin who presented table cover.  He and Mr. Blake thoroughly surveyed Hell Hole and think with assistance of Mr. Troth, half owner, and at considerable expense, it could be drained to improve health conditions.  Drainage around kitchen and dairy needs repairs, cost about $250.  Considerable sickness, causes employee loss of work.  New cistern needed to run hydraulic ram. ER-20, p. 133","A.L.S. Stratford. Receives his letters re survey of Hell Hole and also drainage for kitchen and dairy.  Discusses way of meeting expense. ER-18, p. 76","A.L.S. Newark. Rumor that steamboat contractors are planning to put a new engine in an old hull. This will not be accepted by executive committee. Burglar alarm discussed. ER-6, p. 179","A.L.S. Recieved his October report.  Details of Mount Vernon \"annual expenses\" now under her work.  Questions size of grocery bill to J. S. Owens $264.85.  Understand \"lunch table was paying,\" but questions profit considering work involved.  Expects small receipts until new boat is running. ER-18, p. 141","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Details about John L. Owen's grocery bills and other expenses for lunch table.  Difficulties in meeting expenses when few paid visitors.  Centennial year helped with income.  Present reduction in fares and lack of sales in photographs and canes has reduced income.  Lunch table for last 10 months averaged $200 per month but some months much better than others.  Employees boarded by Association which saves 25% to 50% on payroll.  Alarm telegraph from Tomb to his office, successful, installed. ER-20, p. 135","A.L.S. Newark. Alarm is installed. Next step is to arm guards. Suggests getting U. S. breech-loading rifles. Asks informaton on steamer Mr. Blake and Mr. Corcoran are negotiating for. ER-6, p. 181","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends Mrs. Sweat one of his letters with opinion that Ice House should be drained.  Thinks drainage should be well done or not at all.  Endowment income is for repairs and restoration.  Asks for list of repairs he recommends.  Advises a carpet for Rhode Island room.  Glad \"Alarm Telegraph\" is finished. Tomb is protected. Report on farm and garden produce. ER-18, p. 77","A.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Sends inventory of George Washington original items owned by him and his brother.  Wants to get an appropriation through Congress for their purpose.  Judge Thomas, president of the Board of Visitors, approves plan.  Wants a letter from each Vice Regent endorsing petition.  Inventory on p. 72. ER-20, p. 71","A.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Encloses inventory of Washington's things owned by himself and brother. Hopes Congress will appropriate money to buy them and present them to Mount Vernon. Desires each Vice Regent to endorse petition to Congress. ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. Audley. Eleanor Custis Lewis's grandson, Henry Llewellyn Daingerfield Lewis. Relates story of George Washington's items in the Custis family. ER-5, p. 109","D.S. Bill for \"applying burglar alarm telegraph to the tomb of General Washington, Mt. Vernon.\" Paid. ER-6, p. 178","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has $771.27 to the credit of the Regent. ER-20, p. 92","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter from Henry Lewis giving inventory of interesting relics of Washington.  They have had severe rains, Potomac highest known.  Large amounts of drift wood washed ashore at Mount Vernon, about 100 cords secured for winter use. Cost in salvaging came to $20.75 including a boat.  Also gained some valuable timber.  November had few passengers and people afraid to travel on old boat. ER-21, p. 139","A.L.S. Stratford. She is a member of the Executive Committee working with acting Regent, Mrs. Sweat.  Lunch table is a \"stumbling block.\" Asks how it pays, if garden produce feeds servants, what is done with poultry, hogs, milk. Asks if it is cheaper to buy manure and if peaches sell. Cost of ice, what repairs and improvements are needed. ER-18, p. 78","A.L.S. Audley. Grateful for her cooperation.  Wants her to get the interest of Senator Blaine.  Has asked Judge Thomas to prepare petition and bill, again asks for Vice Regents' letters of endorsement. He is selling because one member of the family is very poor with a large family to educate.  Thinks of asking Congress for $15,000 or $20,000, but would sell to Mount Vernon for $10,000. ER-20, p. 73","Copy book entry for letter. Summary only. Hollingsworth forwarded your letter which did not state you wished the Association to present petition to Congress, but that you asked their approval for you to do so.  As a Vice Regent she can only offer willingness of Association to take care of relics. They do not wish to ask a claim of Congress directly or indirectly at present, and cannot sign his petition.   ER-20, p. 75","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Past month not lucrative.  Explains grocery bills, insurance premiums paid, blacksmith's bill, etc. Few visitors.  Has remedied defective drainage of Ice House with Mount Vernon employees.  Sends Joseph Higgins' bill for hydraulic ram. ER-20, p. 142","Copy. Reply to his letter of December 10.  Unwilling to cooperate in petition to Congress. Surprised at large sum asked which seems \"quite preposterous,\" and is \"amused at extent of personal and official aid\" he asks of her.  No longer extends her good wishes for success of petition in this form. ER-20, p. 77","A.L.S. Audley. He is a son of Lorenzo Lewis who received articles of General Washington from his mother, Nelly Custis.  Sorry the Ladies cannot sign his petition. Hopes the Association will reconsider it.  A member of Congress has suggested letting articles go to the Smithsonian Institution.  Prefers having them go back to Mount Vernon.  Asks to appear before MVLA's Board in Washington at an early date.  Thinks his collection the largest and most attractive to be found and all genuine, and should go to Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 74","A.L.S. Audley. Hollingsworth was mistaken in thinking he was a woman, he is the son of Lorenzo and Nelly Lewis. Relates story of Washington's things in the Custis family. ER-5, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Audit of MVLA accts = $771.27.  On 1 Jan 1878 will be due interest of $181.50 on $6050 of MVLA stocks. ER-20, p. 93","A.L.S. Audley. Has received her last latter and from its tone and manner is sorry there was any correspondence between them.  ER-20, p. 78","A.L.S. Sends $29.75 for plumber's bill, advises against allowing bills to get in arrears.  Must use contingent fund during \"bad months.\" Wants no demands on his own purse.  Questions whether lunch table is truly profitable. Receipts for October $277 while disbursements for provisions are over $300. Asks if letter includes servants' supplies.  Pleased with success of Ice House drain.  Asks when his salary is due.  Association will not sign or endorse any petitions. ER-18, p. 145","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks if three servants are necessary. Getting funds is difficult, Vice Regents personally have no ready money to give nor are they able to raise funds. People have \"no income.\"  They must economize, what Mount Vernon cannot pay for it must go without.  Discusses use of returns from endowment fund.  Pleased with Ice House drain.  Has had a letter from Henry Lewis of Virginia asking aid in getting Congress to buy Washington relics at an exhorbitant price.  She refused. ER-18, p. 79","A.L.S. Richland Mills, Stratford County, Virginia. Re relics in Mr. Lewis' collection.  He rates Mr. Lewis highly.  Relics are joint property of Henry Lewis and his brothers. Cannot decide on a division of same. Wants them back at Mount Vernon, and regrets that circumstances will not permit them to donate relics to Mount Vernon.  Knows Association's policy is to let Congress alone, but thinks value of relics at Mount Vernon worth allowing Mr. Lewis to present his plan to a meeting of the Association. Understands Smithsonian Institution wants the relics.  Asks her to communicate facts to Mrs. Hudson, Mrs. Townsend and other Vice Regents. ER-20, p. 79","Copy. Portland. Received his letter re Lewis relics and has given information to several members of Executive Committee. Gives reason why they will not act. Will not ask Congress for money, price exorbitant, expects too much of Vice Regents. A special meeting of the board seems impractical.  Plan might also jeopardize endowment fund plan. ER-20, p. 80","Copy. Because she is Vice Regent nearest Mr. Lewis, writes re relics he offered and reasons for refusing to cooperate in his plan.  Asks if Mrs. Washington has taken any action in the matter. ER-20, p. 83","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends payroll with duties of each person employed. Mount Vernon is not in good financial condition, but looks for relief in new boat.  Guide books and protographs will be sold on boat for Association's benefit.  Will not draw his salary until boat starts, but other employees can't wait.  Needs $300. ER-20, p. 143","A.L.S. Stratford. Thanks him for informaton re \"lunch table.\" It will be continued.  Will borrow from Mr. Riggs if necessary, but urges him to practice rigid economy.  Does not question his wisdom in administration of affairs, feels he has pulled Mount Vernon \"out of the mire.\"  Long vacation of Regent complicates matters.  Asks if Mr. Blake has a boat and wants copy of his contract with Association.  Mrs. Mitchell will be at next Council. Vice Regent Cutts resigned and Mrs. J. Gregory Smith takes her place. ER-18, p. 81","A.L.S. Portland. Sends him check for $300.  Comments on grocery bills, reduced payroll with only six persons to be boarded, reduced patrons at lunch table.  Asks for outstanding accounts. ER-18, p. 144","A.L.S. Agrees with Mrs. Hudson and urges him to suggest economies \"consistent with the dignity and best interests of the Association.\"  Asks if his salary is included in payroll and for a list of employees with their monthly pay and time employed. ER-18, p. 145","D.S. \"List of monies paid out upon demand of the Superintendent and Committees and which do not precisely come under the head of 'current expenses' of the place.\"","Draft. Opinion by a Vice Regent or advisor regarding steamboat, breach of contract, and dissolution of contract.  Agrees with idea of covering floors and stairs of Mansion with cover of Georgia pine.","Written by Henry D.L. Lewis. List items owned by the Lewis brothers discussed in correspondence with the MVLA. ER-20, p. 72","Written history of a cabinet once given to Mount Vernon by Susan Hudson, Vice Regent for Connecticut. Drawing with notes on the cabinet later made by Harrison Dodge and more notes by Charles Wall.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Wants to call Executive Committee meeting to decide steamboat question. Arranging early papers of MVLA. Mr. Halsted advises marble for the sarcophagus. ER-6, p. 80","A.L.S. in writing of the secretary. Mount Vernon. Received check for $300, grocery bills paid.  Will send all outstanding bills with his December report.  Has lowered wages of Warner May and Thomas Mitchell to $15. ER-20, p. 145","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re money in bonds and interest due. ER-20, p. 94","A.L.S. Replaces lost check for plumbing $29.95.  Asks how much money has been drawn from Treasury since Council, and if all drawn has come under his \"cognisance.\" ER-18, p. 149","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends December report.  Balanced budget with his own funds.  Sends some other bills. River closed by ice, is filling Ice House. ER-20, p. 147","A.L.S. Nordington. Recounts some personal tragedies and discusses Mr. Lewis's proposal for the relics. Typescript extract also included with same date, but does not appear to be from the same letter. Discusses the room she is going to furnish in the Mansion and the Washington bedstead. ER-14, p. 129","A.L.S. Has his December Report, pleased debts are paid.  Adjusts small bills due, asks about $182 for lumber.  Pleased with his economies.  Notes Mr. Owens was paid $718.89.  Asks if he buys wholesale.  Refers to his turkeys at $1 and eggs at 30 cents per dozen.  Asks for account of his December salary. ER-18, p. 151","A.L.S. New York. Holmes' Burglar Alarm Telegraph Co. letterhead. Sends bill for work and material for alarm at Tomb.  Added cost due to necessity for 2 cables instead of one, cost $246.55, without profit which they do not want.  Mrs. Townsend donated the money. ER-6, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Lists checks received by him since Council and states how they were used for current expenses.  Plumber's bill now $206.75. Money due on his salary is $125. Lumber bill also outstanding.  River closed by ice since January 4 until today.  Boat brought three visitors.  Ice House filled. ER-20, p. 149","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has check signed by Regent.  No prospect of early break in ice on river.  Thanks her for her kind and considerable help while Acting Regent. ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. Sends him check for $306.75 and will forward more if he decides to pay bills now.  Wishes to have an accurate account for Council and to understand details of expenditures. ER-18, p. 151","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Georgetown. Acknowledges receipt of checks.","A.L.S. Sends note for him to read and forward to Major Blake.  Missing check found.  Asks about bills. ER-18, p. 152","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re their accounts, checks, paid, interest due.  ER-20, p. 95","A.L. incomplete letter.  Stratford. Returns picture of \"Old Arrow.\"  Questions Captain Frank's contract to run through June 1.  Mr. Blake took her over to the new steamboat in New York. She opposed his extravagence in furnishing cabins but indicates improvements for Mount Vernon Ladies cabin.  Asks if he bought a new horse, if grocery bill is reduced for the winter.  Executive Committee finds $100 too much for Ice House drain, asks if Mount Vernon laborers cannot build a trench drain or abandon Ice House or build new one by River. Asks for costs of new building. ER-18, p. 82","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Pleased she is Regent pro tem.  Had a cable that the Regent's husband died the 28th in Algiers.  Plans to furnish Ohio room this winter. ER-20, p. 23","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Monthly report for January. Payments and expenditures for month were $664.85, total revenue $445.90, deficit $218.95.  Lumber bill outstanding $108.  Can lay a plank walk from wharf to Mansion for muddy weather, cost $50. ER-20, p. 151","A.L.S. Newark. Paid Mr. Holmes bill for burglar alarm. Cautions him against answering the alarm bell himself. Must have guards armed. Mr. Blake's steamer in Virginia Waters. Don't let him name it \"the Regent.\" Suggestions and estimates for new floor in the hall. Have fold stretched out of canvas of \"Washington before Yorktown.\"Keep clock in working order, tin-covering for cellar beams. Mrs. Barry requests to furnish Council Room. Chandelier to be removed and returned. Should ceiling in hall be oiled or varnished? Mrs. Lewis' petition on the relics. ER-6, p. 183","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Michigan coat of arms presented by Governor Crosswell, executed by architect of Capitol at Lansing, designed to be hung in or before window to secure strong light. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Purchase of boat to be completed by March 15.  Hollingshead intends running Arrow until June 1. ER-20, p. 35","A.L.S. Chicago. Hopes boat arrangements will be satisfactory. Endorses appointment of Mrs. Sweat. Mrs. Farnsworth's resignation. Difficulty finding a Boston lady to take on Mount Vernon duties. A club of ladies ready to furnish Illinois room. ER-5, p. 157","A.L.S. Manhattan, Kansas. Re Kansas coat of arms for Mount Vernon.  Thinks Lewis family relics should be given or loaned.  Likes \"Mount Vernon\" for name of boat. ER-11, p. 244","A.L.S. Stratford. Has all the furniture for her bedroom collected, in cabinet maker's hands.  Asks to have floor repaired, closet put in order, windows tightened, wants an open door put up as in other rooms, sends matting for floors.  Major Blake wishes his boat cabins too extravagantly furnished, does not want wash rooms in upper saloon, puzzled for a name for boat. ER-18, p. 85","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Asks him to acknowledge he received the Michigan coat of arms,  long delayed in reaching Mount Vernon.  Has $150 for hall floors. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Re Mount Vernon correspondence she has written and received.  Wrote Mrs. Broadwell fully about full length portrait of Martha Washington, Mr. Andrews wishes to paint.  Writes of appointment of Vice Regent Smith. Wrote Hollingshead re his claim to run his boat until June 1. ER-18, p. 169","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract of June 1, 1870 between Sykes and the MVLA for years 1870 to June 1, 1873 and its renewal by Council June 1872 and extended to 5 yrs. Lists signers and their witnesses. James Sykes' transfer of contract to Hollingshead, June 18, 1873. Suggests Mrs. Sweat examine contract in his possession.  States his objection to Association's allowing another boat to run until his contract expires. ER-20, p. 37","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sorry she did not see Major Blake in New York. He hopes to make a satisfactory purchase of a boat in New York soon.  Sends statement of all visitors at Mount Vernon during Centennial year.  Has had communications from Mrs. Barry's friends re furnishing the Illinois Room. Asks which rooms have been assigend to Illinois and Ohio.  Mrs. Broadwell has measurements of attic room and Library.  Mrs. Barry wants measurements of Lady Washington's sitting room. ER-20, p. 155","A.L.S. Stratford. Thanks him for invitation but cannot go on.  Refers to boat trouble, Hollingshead and Mr. Blake.  Wants her closet in the bedroom repaired, sends bedroom furniture by boat.  Mrs. Barry will take Mrs. McVeagh to Mount Vernon.  Chicago ladies are preparing to help her financially for Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 84","A.L.S. Refers to bereavement of her cousin Mrs. Laughton in death of husband. ER-17, p. 259","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends February report.  Has not drawn his February salary.  Invites her to stay at his home in Washington April 1. ER-20, p. 157","A.L.S. Stratford. Illinois is to have room used as Council Room, has some Connecicut furniture in it temporarily.  The library is for Ohio. South Carolina wants Music Room.  Dining Room belongs to Rhode Island.  Mrs. Ball will give secretary in Washington's bedroom to the library when she can spare it from Virginia room. ER-18, p. 85","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Unable to give opinion on boat contracts as he has not seen them. ER-20, p. 97","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hollingshead brought in his boat contract with MVLA, dated June 1, 1870 and was extended 5 years from June 1, 1873. So it expires June 1, 1878.  Thinks Association must let his boat run until that date. ER-20, p. 98","A.L.S. Does not agree with Mrs. Hudson concerning Hollingsworth's claims but has taken \"necessary measures to clear up whole thing.\"  Wrote Blake that the Association was anxious to have new boat running.  MVLA will protect its employees in their claims.  Asks him to take papers to Mr. Riggs.  Hollingshead says his original contract is dated June 1870, given to Sykes for '70 to '73.  Supposed Captain's was copy of one Mrs. Sweat had dated March 20, 1868 for 1 year. Questions methods of renewal of contract.  Describes writing her first Council report in 1870.  Captain's contract signed by Miss Cunningham and Mr. Sykes.  Will attempt to find truth about boat contracts.  Has no reply from Major Blake.  Arrow was \"privately examined\" last spring. ER-18, p. 153","A.L.S. February report quite encouraging. Sends check for $125. Hopes to pay his salary on time. Trying to clear up Arrow's contract, asked G. W. Riggs to examine Hollingshead's papers. Claims his June 1, 1870 contract signed by Miss Cunningham was transferred under Mrs. Berghmans' signature June 18, 1873.  Asks if contract is at Mount Vernon or any papers referencing it. ER-18, p. 154","A.L.S. Mrs. Sweat will write to Mr. Blake at once re building boat at Bath, Maine.  Reports Riggs' decision that Hollingshead's boat can run until June 1, and her instructions to Hollingsworth to look up contract at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 157","A.L.S. Re boat contract with Major Blake, quotes from Riggs' letter re same and his decision that Hollingshead has authority to run his boat until June 1, 1878. ER-18, p. 155","A.L.S Stratford. Refers to her proposition to Mr. Blake.  Mrs. Hudson is \"mortified\" over sudden discovery of \"this contract with Hollingshead.\" May have to abide by it. Hopes Mr. Blake may buy a boat on better terms.  Mrs. Sweat wants a copy of Hollingshead's contract and account of where it was found, why torn, why you suspect him.  Wants Mrs. Sweat to ask government to inspect the Arrow, so the Association will not be liable for accidents. May have to hire the \"Mary Washington.\"  Tells him to correct error in plural \"Regents\" on gift cards as there is only one Regent.  Miss Fairchild of Stratford now in Washington has given part of her old furniture for Connecticut bedroom. Asks that she be \"passed through\" and given special attention. ER-18, p. 87","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Re the room assigned to Ohio.  Wants exact measurements of room for cabinet makers, if mantel is marble or wood, condition of walls. ER-17,  p. 249","Copy. Hillside, Newark. Mrs. Farnsworth's plans for reflooring hall. Mrs. Townsend intends reflooring Banquet Hall. Mr. Corcoran and Mr. Hollingsworth's bondsman vouches for his abilty to handle any aspect of Superintendent role. ER-6, p. 184","A.L.S. Both working on boat contract, explains signatures to same, dates of extension, etc.  Re Mrs. Broadwell and Mrs. Mitchell attending Council.  Likes \"The Regent\" for name of boat. ER-18, p. 157","A.L.S. New Rochelle. After prolonged delay the coat of arms of her adopted state of Michigan has reached Mount Vernon and Hollingsworth has forwarded engraved receipts to Governor and architect of Michigan.  Has $150 to be used for hall floor. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Stratford. Received his letter and bill for $20.85 and forwarded postal order for the amount. Thanks him for putting her room in order and asks Nathan to whitewash it.  Chicago women will visit Mount Veron, plan to furnish a room and do other things.  To date Chicago has systematically abused Association.  Tell them of fire engine needed, $500 for deer park.  Mrs. Halsted wants their money in endowment fund, Mrs. Hudson wants \"something put where it will show.\" ER-18, p. 88","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Receives check for February salary.  Has gone though papers in \"old\" iron safe in his office, all he can find re boat question is copy of an old contract and an original contract for a year later which he forwards.  Thinks transfer of contract to Hollingshead is a continuation of Sykes contract. Mrs. Laughton had it.  A mule has died and they can buy pair of strong horses, which are needed, for $250. He offers to advance the money. ER-20, p. 159","A.L.S. Newark. Mr. Blake advocates peace in contract controversy with Hollingshead. Blake looks into possibiity of an iron steamer. Hall floor in hard wood with border. News of other Vice Regents. ER-6, p. 185","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Awarding of boat contract to Major Blake. Hollingshead's claim that another contract exists. Hollingshead's conspiracies against Association. Thinks Association should have its own boat. ER-5, p. 111","A.L.S. Chicago. A committee for renovating and decorating the Illinois room has gone to Mount Vernon and then to New York and Boston.  Asks her help for them in their project. ER-5, p. 158","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. House of Representatives. Has examined the boat contract of June 1, 1870 between MVLA and Hollingshead, with renewal for 5 years. From evidence submitted, contract would hold until June 1, 1878. ER-20, p. 41","A.L.S. Mrs. Hudson had the impression that Hollingsworth had the contract wtih Hollingshead who borrowed it and returned it mutilated, but it is impossible if contract and transfer have always been in Regent's possession.  Asked Riggs to examine Hollingshead's contract and Mr. Blake to have the Arrow thoroughly examined.  Has asked legal advice  from 2 others as well.  Thinks Council will not meet until new boat is running.  Council authorized him to buy pair of horses, but not enough to pay for them on hand. Superintendent may advance money. ER-18, p. 159","A.L.S. Further details on boat contract.  Does not want to call Council any earlier than necessary. If Regent comes home \"shall jump to lay down the responsibility.\" ER-18, p. 158","A.L.S. Stratford. Pleased he sent Mrs. Sweat information on boat contract.  Mrs. Barnes, a minority of one, \"may talk as much as she pleases.\" Reason for Council meeting after June 1.  Wants Arrow examined.  Blake went to see Mrs. Halsted about building an iron steamer. ER-18, p. 89","A.L.S. Stratford. Asks him which contract she saw at Mount Vernon.  Asks him to have tin or zinc piece put into chimney.  Hollingsworth is given authority to have Arrow examined. ER-18, p. 90","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract with Major Blake.  Since he cannot secure boat in time, considers taking \"Martha Washington\" or some other boat.  Cooke and Co. suggests their using the \"Whitney\" or boat equally good. Sure they can give MVLA satisfaction. ER-20, p. 53","A.L.S. Details on having the Arrow properly examined.  May call Council June 11.  Mrs. Mitchell asks Mrs. Sweat to room with her at Council.  Offers to meet Mrs. Sweat at Mount Vernon several days before Council with an expert accountant to go over books. So glad to have Mrs. Mitchell interested again and back at Council.  She will have a young woman take photographs of Mount Vernon that may raise some money. ER-18, p. 161","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re boat contract, recommends no action against Hollingshead as it might create sympathy  for him.  Can change date of Blake contract from April 1 to June 1.  This delay will give Blake advantage in bargaining for purchase of boat or of building a boat.  Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Halsted to be informed of his decision. ER-20, p. 43","A.L.S. ER-18, p. 161","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Specifications sent to her. Doesn't intend putting new floors in rooms adjoining Hall but perhaps ladies furnishing those rooms will do it. Thinks relics of Washington family should be purchased for $12,000 after repairs are all made and endowment fund collected. ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. Approves her letter to Troth.  Attended to H. D. Cooke \u0026 Co. in same way.  Has written contract for Major Blake and Association without reference to \"spirituous liquors.\"  He must secure bond. ER-18, p. 163","A.L.S. Sends two copies of new boat contract for Mr. Blake's signature, sends one to Mrs. Hudson for Vice Regents Halsted, Hudson and Townsend to sign. Both presented at Council.  Asks Blake to send her his \"bond.\" Council to be called June 11.  Accept Blake's judgment in being rid of Arrow. Dropping question of examination. ER-18, p. 163","D.S. Boat contract. Signed original and copy.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Does not think the steamer Mosely a good fit for their route and now believes a new steamer should be built for the purpose. He knows people are disappointed but it is for the best. ER-18, p. 162","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re inspection of Arrow's machinery and hull, H. D. Cooke' \u0026 Co.'s letter and Mrs. Sweat's ability to buy the \"Whitney\" (boat) at fair price. Building a boat, approves contract being dated June 1. ER-20, p. 45","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Asks about work in hall, has $150 for floor. Has confidence in Mrs. Halsted's judgment, tells her to use her vote on H.D. Cooke and Co. if needed.  This is her 76th birthday. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. Stratford. Confidential. Captain Baldwin calls in reference to getting contract for Mount Vernon boat, which he declares Mr. Blake is giving up.  She has told him his boat was not the kind Mount Vernon wanted, Capt. Blake had Mount Vernon contract for 5 years. MVLA was satisfied.  Asked for Mr. Blake's address, will send him new contract.  Suspects Baldwin of having some relationship with Hollingshead.  ER-18, p. 91","Copy. Contract with Major Blake is still in force. He has not failed to comply with terms. Does not take affect until June 1 when Arrow contract expires.  His terms were carefully considered by Council. ER-20, p. 54","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hollingsworth has given Blake new boat contract, has signed both contracts, will attend to his bond next. Will know in a few days whether he buys or builds a boat. ER-20, p. 47","Copy. Newark. Sends condolences on her bereavement. Has doubts of utility of wood-carpet Mrs. Farnsworth wants for hall. Prefers solid oak floor. ER-6, p. 187","A.L.S. Newark. Selection of wood-carpeting for Hall. Grecian border in oak and walnut. It will come all ready, but floor must be prepared. Hopes other downstairs floors may be done at same time. ER-6, p. 186","A.L.S. Council called for June 11. Expects Mr. Blake will have boat ready.  Plans for Virginia Board of Visitors luncheon, their guests, date for their entertainment.  Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell may each have a guest at Mount Vernon.  ER-18, p. 165","A.L.S. Dover Plains, New York. Asks how many copies of his book have been sold at Mount Vernon during 1876 and 1877.  Fears his publisher's accounting inaccurate.  Refers to Hollingsworth's letter that Lossing published on Houdon Bust. ER-7, p. 286","A.L. Incomplete letter. Has been copying and reviewing past Minutes, correcting mistakes. Finds them confusing and troublesome. Hard to believe some of the decisions they made. ER-18, p. 165","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Her approval of his March report received.  Difficulties in restricting Vice Regents guests at Council time.  Vice Regents resigned their places at table to friends and waited on them. Also a dozen of Hollingshead's acquaintances.  Governor Thomas brought entire family including in-laws and others who all ate at Association's expense. Yet the lunch table shows profit.  Miss Cunningham inaugurated guest idea at Grand Dinner. Never abolished.  Will prepare two rooms over his office for Mrs. Sweat's and Mrs. Mitchell's guests.  He will serve refreshments every day in his office at his own expense.  Needs a wagon to replace old one, cost $100. Hopes to purchase one from this month's receipts. ER-20, p. 161","A.L.S. Stratford. Mrs. Townsend determined to have new boat contract with Captain. Bartlett.  This year Council to be late, June 11,  to get all they can to Mount Vernon for it. ER-18, p. 94","A.L.S. New York. Law office of J.F. Harrison. Re wood floor in hall. ER-6, p. 188","A.L.S. Personal notes by Mrs. Hudson, Mrs. Townsend, and Mrs. Halsted all approving the name W.W. Corcoran for Blake's new boat. ER-20, p. 51","Copy. Re wood floor in hall at Mount Vernon. Thinks wood carpet too expensive and not durable. Border Mrs. Farnsworth chose is too expensive in hard wood. Suggests plain border. ER-6, p. 189","A.L.S. Hotel de la Paix, Nice, France. Anxious to have Mount Vernon put on a sure foundation before older Vice Regents are gone.  Wants to open road to lodges and have conveyance to carry public to old entrance, will try to raise funds for it.  Praises Mrs. Sweat, hopes Regent will turn her attention to Mount Vernon.  Comments on Post article and other press criticism, especially foreign. ER-18, p. 271","A.L.S. Newark. Estimate on carpentry work to build wood carpet for hall floor. ER-6, p. 191","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Sorry she cannot assist in \"the executive part of…duties of repairing and improving Mount Vernon.\" ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. in writing of secretary or someone other than Mrs. Halsted. Signed by Mrs. Halsted with postscript. Newark. She does not approve of adding wood carpeting to rooms as suggested by some other Vice Regents such as Mrs. Farnsworth. Feels as chairman of the furniture committee she should declare that no wood carpeting can be used, only wood flooring. Adheres a swatch of wood border as an example. Asks Hollingsworth to provide estimates for a carpenter to come lay the floor throughout before Council. ER-6, p. 190","Copy. Newark. Now a decided change for floors at Mount Vernon, reports several opinions, discussed also at executive meeting in New York.  Mrs. Farnsworth offers to furnish Hall and coat of arms for her state.  Decided to put new supporters under Hall, arch to support floor above, a heavy pine floor with oak floor on top, also simple black walnut border inlaid around edge.  Refers to things stolen at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 193","A.L.S. Asks why she hears nothing from Mr. Blake and continued trouble about bondsman, money, etc. for boat.  Advises about hospitality extended to Virginia Board of Visitors, seats on boat, luncheon, reception.  Governor Holliday accepts invitation.  Wants two working days first for Council. ER-18, p. 146","A.L. letter cut into pieces. Chicago. Committee charmed with Delaware Room. Most satisfactory of any in Mansion.  Prepared a paper on Mount Vernon that she has given before a private school and a club. ER-17, p. 253","A.L. letter cut into pieces. New Rochelle. Has not seen Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Halsted, latter busy with Mount Vernon affairs. New floor in hall is finished. ER-17, p. 251","A.L.S. Chicago. The Ladies are not inclined to touch the room until all plans are matured and submitted to the approval of a skilled artist-architect for criticism. She prepared a paper giving sketch of origin, progress, and purposes of the Association to give to several groups.  ER-5, p. 159","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Major Blake unable to buy the Whitney and plans to have a boat built.  Her instructions for Council clear, hopes to lessen expense of Council.  Busy with farm operations. ER-20, p. 163","Copy. Newark. Told Hollingsworth to proceed with Hall flooring.  Gives measurements of Dining Room.  Sideboard is original Washington presented by late Mrs. Lee. Found in attic in Alexandria in \"forlorn condition.\" Mrs. Barnes had it scraped, varnished.  New Jersey gives Rhode Island an India ink painting of Earl of Chatham.  Refers to mirrors from Van Rensselaer family, stripes of black walnut border, broad stripe close to base. Hollingsworth's estimate for carpenter is $187. W-94","Copy. Newark.  Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 192","Copy. Portland. Executive Committee of MVLA asks his permission to name Major Blake's new boat, to start running to Mount Vernon on June 1, the Corcoran or the W.W. Corcoran if he prefers. ER-20, p. 55","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Pleased with compliment MVLA offers him in naming Major Blake's new boat, the Corcoran. ER-20, p. 57","A.L.S. Manhattan, Kansas. Re having Kansas coat of arms for Mount Vernon paid for by state.  Thinks every state should be represented at Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 244","Copy. Newark. Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 193","A.L. incomplete. She will stay after Council to attend to Committee business. News of Council. Restoration of old avenue from lodge to Mansion. Feelings of Vice Regent's towards former Regent seem to be ameliorated.  ER-17, p. 243","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Unable to attend Council. ER-17, p. 248","A.L.S. on The Wood Carpet Company of New York letterhead. Plan to restore Mansion floors as they were originally. ER-5, p. 112","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Had long interview with Mrs. Barry in Chicago.  Refers to Mrs. Halsted's plan for Hall floor and arch in Hall.  Wants a competent person to handle affair and give estimates, suggestions re a wooden carpet, a solid oak floor, costs, durability of same, etc.  She is now with Mrs. Mitchell. ER-18, p. 146","A.L.S. Chicago. Her ladies have decided not to do anything about floor or furnishings in Illinois room until after next Council. Condemns wood carpets in Illinois room, prefers solid oak. Sorry of necessity of \"arching the hall.\" ER-5, p. 159","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Washington's Headquarters at Valley Forge. They are following the MVLA's example and asks for all information possible. Their Constitution, bylaws, etc.  Sends their circular of appeal for funds.  Invites them to ceremonies June 19, 1878.  Tells her of Civil War Field Hospital Service as a volunteer worker.  Mrs. Sweat's reply to this letter is copied on the reverse. ER-20, p. 107","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  He has received a letter re Mount Vernon's account. Will have it made up with a statement of stocks from which dividend may be expected. Thinks Mrs. Laughton drew some checks of which you have no knowledge. ER-20, p. 96","A.L.S. New York. Check for Mount Vernon fund to be applied to hall flooring. ER-6, p. 194","A.L.S. Stratford. She has been very ill but will attempt to go to Council anyway. Discusses which Vice Regents are attending. Doesn't think Hollingshead will cause any trouble. Mrs. Laughton is still very sick in London. ER-18, p. 40","A.L.S. and copy. Newark. Reflooring of the Hall and coat of arms. ER-6, p. 196","A.L.S. Bridgeport. Asks for names of women in the original thirteen states who might be suitable Vice Regents in the Valley Forge Association. Hopes their Association will uncover letters and documents stored away in forgotten places.  General Lacey's grandson recently published Washington's letters to his grandfather.  Headquarters in fine state of preservation, purchased directly from Potts family.  Again invites MVLA to attend centennial ceremonies at Valley Forge. ER-20, p. 109","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends accounting from last May to present, leaving balance on hand $13,072.30. ER-20, p. 63","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Thanks her for invitation to attend Association's Council meeting, but business engagement prevents his attendance.  Refers to some investments previously reported. ER-20, p. 99","A.L.S. Copy. Mount Vernon. Illinois and southern Vice Regents thought executive committee unconstitutional and Regent had exceeded her powers. If so, boat contract, and some checks, would have suffered, but Mrs. Sweat straightened things out.  New provisional committee, 9 members appointed.  Deer Park to be restored.  Committee on Miss Cunningham's papers appointed.  Struther's name (donor) to be erased from two sarcophagi. ER-7, p. 129","A.L.s. Mount Vernon. Virginia legislature and governors of Virginia and West Virginia visited Mount Vernon. Fitzhugh Lee's remark re simplicity of Washington's home. Steamer named for Mr. Corcoran. Fencing off Banquet Hall for relics in Patent Office. Mrs. Townsend refuses to have anything to do with Potter on advisory committee. New boat. ER-6, p. 201","A.L.S.  New York. Receipt of $2000 from the Mount Vernon Aid Society.  Mrs. Halsted did all the work in the burglar alarm matter.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received check from Mrs. Townsend for $2000 for endowment fund.  Asks about method of reporting same. ER-20, p. 100","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mrs. Chace went home ill.  Asks Gardner to give his negatives to Association which he agreed to do when their bill was paid. Recommend to Mr. Corocoran's photographer President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hudson and Mr. McDermitt helping with letters. ER-7, p. 135","Copy. Mount Vernon. Finished work on old papers for the present.  Reports visit to Mr. Corcoran re photographer.  President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hayes returns with the President for a weekend at Mount Vernon. Sarah's good, simple meals. They occupy Lafayette Room, attend church at Pohick, return on White House barge Monday morning. ER-7, p. 137","Extract of minutes regarding the appointment of the Records Committee.","A.L.S. Painting roof. Asks how she is to finish her secretary's report with imperfect data at hand.  Methods of giving Hollingsworth authority.  Report on dredging appropriation.  Refers to history of $4000 appropriation by Congress for dredging.  Mrs. Broadwell's work on Mansion committee re relics.  Asked Mrs. Broadwell to report to Regent on boat. ER-18, p. 167","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received money from Treasurer of Centennial Board of Finance, first distribution of assets on Centennial Stock. Received dividend on Georgia stock. ER-20, p. 101","A.L.S. Boston. Re purchase of Washington Headquarters at Valley Forge.  Mrs. James of Cambridge asked him to act for her during her absence in Europe.  Asks Mrs. Sweat to direct movement in Maine. ER-20, p. 111","Copy. Portland. Cannot undertake work in Valley Forge Association as MVLA duties consume so much of her time.  Declares Maine as a state has shown little interest in Mount Vernon. Money she collected was from personal friends but she has tried to make up for state's deficiency through her own efforts, sharing responsibility and carrying on actual labor. ER-20, p. 112","A.L.S. Stratford. Trying to come to understanding with Mrs. Sweat re a post office at Mount Vernon.  Government will pay Mr. Blake $800 for carrying mail from Washington to Mount Vernon, which settles plan with Mrs. Halsted and Mrs. Hudson.  Mrs. Sweat wants a joint proposal from Hollingsworth and Blake to place matter before Council.  Have $2800 more for endowment fund. ER-18, p. 95","A.L.S. Hillside. Has decided Mr. Martin's Fire Annihilator is best and has ordered three for Mount Vernon.  Mr. Martin has asked to send seven more. Fielders Iron clad paint is best, order two barrels. Tin cellar. Directions for oiling and varnishing new hall floor. Lock old papers and letters in closet. ER-6, p. 197","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Overwhelmed with work since she left.  Had to take up old tile from Sarah's house and re-lay with terra cotta pipe, plumbers now laying pipe from his office and gardener's house. Describes how it is laid. Cisterns full of refuse.  Has replaced four hundred feet of pipes.  Uniforms for men ordered by Council look well.  Mr. Barlow has finished renovating \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting.  Visitors are few. Needs $200 for expenses.  Mr. Gardner's negatives cost $285.  Photographer Dr. Jouy will make Mount Vernon photographs. ER-20, p. 164","Copy. Offers him contract as photographer for the Association but he must put his price a little lower than Mr. Gardner's was. ER-6, p. 198","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Re fire extinguisher and fire protection. ER-5, p. 113","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Sent her letters re repairs made since Council.  Explains cost of uniforms bought for men.  Coffee roaster is a success.  Will cement and paint lunch room floor.  No recent trespassing by other boats worth noticing.  Applied to Post Master General for a Post Office at Mount Vernon and hopes for a favorable reply. ER-20, p. 167","A.L.S. Stratford. Sent his interesting letter to Mrs. Halsted who agrees with you on fire extinguisher.  Asks if Mrs. Frick did decide to give engraving of Mount Vernon, Washington.  Another Bridgeport man calls re boat contract. Became angry when he found Hollingshead had misinformed him. ER-18, p. 97","A.L.S. Newark. Insurance on \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting.  ER-6, p. 199","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 167","Copy. Washington, D.C. Hollingsworth has ignored all his requests for payment. He can no longer be photographer for MVLA. ER-6, p. 12","A.L.S. and copy. Newark. Re photographs, selection of Mr. Jouy, photographer for Corcoran Gallery, only one to whom Mr. Gardner will give negatives. Now trying to get lower prices from Mr. Jouy.  Search in New York for best fire extinguisher and results.  Insurance on \"Washington Before Yorktown\" lower.  Glad of her approval of new furnace, material mostly donated by W.E. Dodge.  Barlow has restored painting, took three days, bill $35, sent bill to Mrs. Townsend as New York is to pay for this and restoration charge on Naval View in West Parlor.  Found map of Washington's farm distinct, has sent it to Hollingsworth.   ER-20, p. 119, and copy ER-6, p. 207","Copy. Newark. Barlow's restoration of \"Washington Before Yorktown.\"  Bought fire protector in order to get desired insurance.  Classified old letters with aid of Mrs. Hudson and Mr. McDermott.  Found plan of George Washington, will use in restorations.  Cleans up Banquet Hall. Puts up railing to prevent vandalism. ER-7, p. 131","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Stereo photographs sell very poorly. Offers cabinet pictures at low prices. Insists on monthly settlement of account.  ER-6, p. 205","A.L.S. Newark. Bill against association for Gardner's negatives. Fire extinguishers are $45. Plan of Washington farms with avenue marked from lawn to lodges. ER-6, p. 200","Copy. Newark. Hollingsworth has not paid bill for pictures because over 200 have not been sold. They usually pay after pictures are sold. He must hand over to Association the negatives he has. ER-6, p. 211","A.L.S. Newark. Recommends that he should pay Alexander Gardner and try to sell rest of his pictures. Will be sure to get negatives. ER-6, p. 209","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Does not want to recommend any Savings Bank that pays 5% as he does not see how it can be safely earned at this time, but he will send money they order him to send to any such bank. ER-20, p. 102","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. His bill must paid, whether or not he gives them the negatives. He intends making them a gift of the negatives.  P.S. Hollingsworth's messenger just brought $200 and says he will try to raise balance by Monday. ER-6, p. 213","A.L.S. Baltimore. Introduces Mr. Volkmar, an artist, who comes to examine painting in Illinois room. ER-5, p. 162","A.L.S. Learned Mrs. Halsted left final arrangements with new photographer in his hands.  Asks for written statement of photographer's terms, contract to be signed by Mrs. Sweat and Hollingsworth. Also done for Guide Book.  Questions price stated.  Sends check for $200 for month's bills.  Asks if Miss Johnson signed contract.  Asks to tell Mr. Blake, on consultaton with Mr. Corcoran, boat is to be called \"W. W. Corcoran.\"  Would like to see the new uniforms. ER-18, p. 149","A.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Appreciates arduous duties she has as Secretary of Council. Artist, Volkmar, has taken away painting in Illinois room for restoraton. He says picture was undoubtedly built in wall of the house. \"He pronounces it to be a fine painting...\" ER-5, p. 161","Copy. Sorry a sentence in her last letter was ambiguous. Association is grateful to him for his faithful service and recommendation of another photographer. They are anxious for negatives to be destroyed because Mansion was in state of decay when some of pictures were taken 10 years ago. She looks like \"an idiot\" in one picture. ER-6, p. 215","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends her draft for $2800. ER-20, p. 103","A.L.S. and copy written by Mrs. Sweat. Mount Vernon. Received her check for $200.  Asks for a reconsideration of Mr. Gardner's contract for Mount Vernon photographs.  Mr. Jouy's terms are higher and he dictates when he shall be paid.  He suggests changing contract to Mr. Jarvis, who controls majority of all views sold in Washington. Makes suggestions for a contract with him, including his acting as sales agent for pictures in Washington.  Mr. Garder's bill is $285.  Post Office matter not yet settled.  Has had continuous need since Council for carpenter, plumber, bricklayer or tinner.  Lunch room cement floor being laid and walls plastered.  Furnace is repaired.  Asks for $200.  Not so much danger of having his mail opened on Mary Washington as on Arrow.  Paid Mr. Gardner's bill. (copy ER-20, p. 167)","A.L.S. Leesburg. Mrs. Ball is ill.  Advises her placing funds in a \"sound savings Bank\" to draw 5% until return of Regent.  \"Certainly desirable to avoid, if it can be done safely, the high premium, slow interest of Government securities to which she refers.\" ER-20, p. 115","A.L.S. Springfield. Copy of reply by Mrs. Sweat on the last page. As custodian of National Lincoln monument, asks for information re the management, methods of reporting, etc. of the MVLA.  States his own problems rather fully and what Hollingsworth has already sent him.  Mrs. Sweat's reply to his inquiry for information on MVLA that the running of a 200 acre estate is so different from his problem, she has little to offer him. But will send next annual report when it is published. ER-20, p 114","A.L.S. with copy. Newark.  Mr. Barlow has renovated \"Washington Before Yorktown\" painting for $35. Sent bill to Mrs. Townsend.  Painting was presented to Association. Mrs. Halsted collected $406 for removing, renovating and placing it, plus expressage of frame, $17.  Will send bill for fire extinguishers to Hollingsworth. (A.L.S. ER-20, p. 121 and copy ER-6, p. 217)","A.L.S. Newark. Recommends the \"protective Fire Annihilator\" extinguisher. There are 10 at Mount Vernon. Mr. Barlow has renovated painting. Naval view is in hands of Baltimore artist. Death of Mrs. Comegy's daughter. Visit to the White House. ER-6, p. 219","A.L.S. New Rochelle. Thanks Mrs. Halsted for her \"courtesy and politeness at Mount Vernon and felt quite overdone with attention.\" Will always retain her intense feeling for Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 249","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Has had Mrs. Sweat's inquiry for Dr. Jouy's photographic terms, which he thinks Mrs. Halsted has.  Thought Dr. Jouy's prices were to be as cheap as Mr. Gardner's.  Now suggests compromise and giving contract to Johnson.  Is building new cistern, no water for greenhouse from old one for two weeks.  Have four sick on place now, and he feels badly from taking so much quinine. ER-20, p. 171","Copy. Newark. Barlow's bill for work on large painting. Mr. Volkmar's charge for restoring naval scene. Problem of photographer not settled. She prefers Dr. Jouy over Jarvis, who wronged Mount Vernon in previous years. Missing photographs of Mount Vernon. Can they delay getting fire insurance another year? Can get low rate of insurance on painting.  ER-6, p. 221","A.L.S. in writing of secretary.  Mount Vernon. Received her checks for $200 each.  July receipts at Mount Vernon were $823.07. Total expenditure for repairs Council ordered and Gardner's bill are $1220.33. A detailed statement of amounts by voucher number follows.  Outstanding grocery bills since May 1st, including extras for Council, ice bill, hardware, bricks, cement, etc.  Cistern for hydraulic ram completed, at four times old capacity. Urges a new heating plant for greenhouse, approved by last Council. Estimated cost $200. ER-20, p. 174","A.L.S. Has tried to clear up photography question and get Mr. Barlow's bill paid.  Has been through Lossing, \"paged the errors, forwarded…list to Mrs. Ball\".  Sent Hollingsworth $400, invested the $2000 from New York and $800 from Centennial stock. ER-18, p. 171","Copy. Newark. Sends check for $35 for restoration of \"Washington before Yorktown.\" ER-6, p. 222","A.L.S. Despairs over Mount Vernon expenses, \"everything costs so much more when paid for than when asked for.\"  Sent Hollingsworth $400 since Council, paid for Barlow's photographs. He now wants money for groceries during May, June, July, and for ice bill, for hardware, and for cement.  Details accounts already paid.  Refers to new cistern and fire extinguisher needed. Estimate for greenhouse heater, but Hollingsworth needs more.  Mrs. Sweat has continuously written to him not to let bills run to no avail.  Wants to keep out of debt and proportion expenditures to funds on hand so accounts \"will square\" when she gives up \"acting Regency.\"  Seems to be no sale of farm and garden produce. ER-18, p. 173","Copy. Newark. Re a Mount Vernon photographer. ER-6, p. 223","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Money on credit and interest due to the Association. ER-20, p 104","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received check for $100 from Mrs. Townsend. ER-20, p. 105","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Received check, which will be applied as she suggests. ER-20, p. 175","A.L.S. Wanted Mrs. Hudson to visit her and make an \"exhaustive examination of certain parts of the monthly statements\" and to formulate letter to Hollingsworth so as to gain information needed. Questions quantities of provisions purchased, returns on lunch table.  Will prepare a financial report for Regent.  Wages paid should be investigated.  Has asked Hollingsworth for his total indebtedness, can't induce him to prepare complete monthly accounts.  Do salaries for Hollingsworth and two McDermotts include food? ER-18, p. 175","A.L.S. Refers to three kinds of pamphlets printed last year, and approves of Minutes.  Thanks Mrs. Hudson for figures on lunch table.  Asks about produce raised at Mount Vernon.  Hopes Regent will return soon.  Hopes to meet all bills by delaying greenhouse and Tomb repairs. ER-18, p. 177","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Encloses statement of profit from sale of poultry, pork and garden products for past six years, not including consumption of same on Mount Vernon estate.  During last Council 20 chickens per day were used.  Terrible storm last night. ER-20, p. 177","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Will send report of indebtedness.  Pay roll is $232.  Hopes to meet his own salary through \"meagre revenues of the last month.\" ER-20, p. 176","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends August report, will make separate one on indebtedness.  His August salary unpaid.  Outstanding bills on brick, ice, blacksmith,  and for groceries.  All cisterns very unsanitary except new one.  September and October are the best months for visitors.  Detailed statement on poultry, 300-400 young chickens served to the Vice Regents. Cholera among the fowl.  Mount Vernon produced in last 2 years: 1000 lbs. pork (same amt. sold), 9 gallons of milk per day, no butter made, raised oats only last 2 years, 100 and 300 bushels straw fed to cattle, corn 210 and 300 bushels (410 per year needed), rye 80 bushels and 160 bushels, hay 7 and 9 tons, potatoes killed by beetles, 40 bushels yield this year, 100 bushels turnips for cattle, 200 head of cabbage for men and cattle.  Soil poor, need much fertilizing.  Have 13 head of cattle, 6 cows giving milk.  Mount Vernon made a Post Office and he is the Post Master. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends Hitchings and Co. estimate for furnace and boiler in greenhouse. Has brick and cement on hand.  Estimate for Tomb repairs to be sent later.  Workmen boarded at Mount Vernon expense, which is more advantageous to Association than paying higher wages. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Received salary for last month. Will pump out all cisterns.  Cistern for hydraulic ram costs more, as storm cause cave-in of excavations, added some brickwork, $290.  those employees who were sick are now better.  Mr. Blake goes to New York to inspect his new boat.  Post office established \"Mount Vernon-on-the-Potomac,\" Fairfax County, VA. Have enough cement and brick to set up proposed greenhouse furnace. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Explains increase in costs of greenhouse boiler and furnace.  Asks for $200 to pay grocery bills, etc.  Ordered corrugated boiler of Hitchings and Co.  Mr. Blake has gone to see launching of W. W. Corcoran. ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. Petersham, Massachusetts. Probably written to Nancy Halsted. Engaged Volkmar of Baltimore to renew photo in Illinois room at Mount Vernon. It is restored to original brightness. Engaged skilled artists to make suggestions and estimates on room. Mrs. Comegys' affliction. Insists Mount Vernon Report should contain financial report. ER-5, p. 161","A.L.S. Albany. Re boat contract, some men ask for information about largest number of passengers carried in best season. ER-18, p. 162","A.L.S. Paris. Evaluates the Vice Regents, comments on Council, asks for minutes so she can prepare articles for Milwaukee papers. ER-18, p. 272","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Wants to know when to start taking negatives. Was under impression he had been given contract to do so. Will make stereo views for $9 per $100 and cabinet at $12 per 100. ER-6, p. 225","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipt for $200 sent by Mrs. Sweat. Greenhouse boiler has been shipped, will send Hitchings and Co. payment.  Major Blake returned much pleased with the W. W. Corcoran (boat). ER-20, p. 179","A.L.S. Steamer Mary Washington. Had not time to go to Stratford.  Boat launched on September 21. Expects to furnish next week, wants her help.  Boat constructed by George Quintard, will be ready for Mount Vernon route on November 1, carrying capacity 800.  Has mail contract and Quarter Master's contract, both will pay about $1600 a year.  Hollingshead assisted in securing contracts, is a friend to Association. ER-18, p. 98","A.L.S. Leesburg. Asks for Christian names of Vice Regents, which Committee wishes to print in Mount Vernon Guide Book according to Council order.  Mrs. Johnston hopes to print this soon.  Asks for a Mount Vernon assignment.  Note:  \"Advised against Christian names and P.O. addresses\" being printed. ER-14, p. 131","Copy. Newark. Final settlement of photograph question. Mr. Johnson to get contract because he was low bidder and will give Association 6 month credit. She herself prefers Dr. Jouy. Scolds him for keeping decision unsettled for so long. ER-6, p. 227","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Greenhouse boiler placed, total cost $149.50 and has receipt for payment of bill.  Greenhouse needs some glazing and carpentry.  Has bid for Tomb brickwork.  Photograph contract given Mr. Johnson as stated in Mrs. Halsted's letter.  Didn't meet total expenses in September, May was the best month. Outstanding bills for groceries, garden seeds, farm expenses and lumber.  Chills still prevail at Mount Vernon.  West Ford's children have diphtheria. ER-20, p. 183","A.L.S. Steamer Mary Washington. Post Office contract awarded to McKibbin, associate with Mr. Blake in steamboat Corcoran as well as Mount Vernon. Contract for a term of two years, nine months, pay starts October 1 for $3,000 a year. Daily delivery to 6 different offices. Fort Washington, Mount Vernon, Marshall Hall, Gunston Hall and Plymouth. No Sunday delivery.  Hollingsworth is post master for Mount Vernon, old Kitchen is office, \"Peters\" is deputy. ER-18, p. 99","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. New boat launched September 21. Starts for the Potomac at the end of the month.  Will go to New York to see about furnishings.  New post office at Mount Vernon with Hollingsworth as postmaster.  Boat has postal contract that will be for two years, nine months from October 1. Deliver to other stations as far as Glymont. Also has the Quarter Master's contract. ER-20, p. 89","A.L.S. Stratford. By order of Council conferred with Major Blake re establishment of post office at Mount Vernon. U.S. Post Master General has awarded him contract to carry mail to several points, 6 deliveries per week, dating from October 1, 1878.  Mount Vernon station to be named \"Mount Vernon on the Potomac, Virginia,\" with Hollingsworth appointed postmaster. ER-19, p. 172","Copy. Newark. Contract with new photographer, Mr. N.G. Johnson. Delays in settling this business were due to uncontrollable circumstances. ER-6, p. 229","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipts for expense money received.  Will start work on Tomb.  No truth in rumors that picnics are held on Mount Vernon grounds without his knowledge, origin due to excursionists going to other places on river.  Mr. Johnson is at Mount Vernon taking photographs.  Expects Major Blake's new boat, W. W. Corcoran on November 1. ER-20, p. 183","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Contractor expects to finish repairs on Tomb next week.  Would like $200 to pay when contractor is finished.  Sarah and West Ford's family have intermittent fever.  Major Blake has not returned with new boat, W. W. Corcoran. ER-20, p. 185","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Sends receipt for $200 received. Expects Major Blake and new boat soon.  \"Sickness on place has almost disappeared.\" ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. in writing of the secretary. Incomplete letter. Mount Vernon. Work on Tomb finished, contractor paid and workmen gone, satisfied with job. Looks newly built with pressed brick, \"pure white marble slab over doorway has inscription exactly similar to the old one.\"  Expects W. W. Corcoran (boat) soon.  ER-20, p. 189","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. Expresses regret at the poor attendance in October. Has had cistern in west circular lawn cleaned. Hopes that the new boat will improve attendance.ER-20, p. 191","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Incomplete and clipped in places. Mount Vernon. November has been unprofitable, has cut expenses.  Again asks Association aid in paying bills.  No day with over 25 visitors.  Expects increase when new boat arrives. Hundreds of people waiting for it and some favorable weather. ER-20, p. 192","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. W.W. Corcoran, Major Blake's new boat, reached Washington last night after stormy voyage. Will make her first trip to Mount Vernon tomorrow with a large party. It is the most handsome and best outfitted boat on the Potomac. Expects extensive advertising.  Will run clear days in winter.  November had bad weather, poor receipts.  Cut pay tolls and other expenses.  Gives itemized statement of all outstanding bills. Mansion insurance paid for 2 years, groceries, lumber, payroll, Superintendent's salary for October and November equal $702. ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. Sails for Europe on June 7.  Hopes to have Mrs. Hudson's minutes before sailing.  Wonders why Regent doesn't resign. ER-18, p. 169","Statement re an \"enclosed paper\" that seems to be a statement of Secretary Tracy for the Regent, although no date and no signature are given. ER-13, p. 15","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Cold, thick ice damaged oat twice. Mount Vernon ice house filled.  Mrs. Washington (Vice Regent) wants him to advertise in a magazine she contributes to. ER-18, p. 101","A.L.S. Chicago. Restored the picture to its original state. Contracted to have Illinois Room restored to original condition. Will make drawing of ceiling, take down stucco work, restore lost pieces, etc. Believes first thing to be done on lower floor isn't to furnish \"but to make the rooms ready for furniture.\"  Thinks it would have good effect on public if entire interior could be artistically restored. ER-5, p. 163","A.L.S. in writing of secretary. Mount Vernon. At this date cannot render detailed account of work she requests.  Lists vouchers by dates and total paid for repairs.  Plumbing bill high, includes building cistern, ram house, laying drains around Mansion, greenhouse, also repairing water pipes under latter.  Lumber cost $49.86.  Mrs. Brown sends money for flag in memory of Tennessee Grangers.  Post Office at Mount Vernon is a savings.  Explains use of lunch table receipts, knows table is profitable.  Nathan will gladly take it over and pay Association for privilege.  Payrolls, etc. would be increased if table is run privately.  Strict economy in winter. Guide, clerk and policemen discharged, payroll cut in half. ER-20, p. 187","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Explains what she and Mrs. Barry have decided on restoration of their state rooms.  Tried to get original coat of paint, engaged Emmart \u0026 Quartley (Baltimore).  Engaged a woodcarver Henry L. Fry to make Ohio coat of arms. Thought all ladies on her floor should know these plans.  Cincinnati's Mount Vernon Society raised $2000 in entertainment to be used in furnishing Ohio room. ER-17, p. 259","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. A. Jackson, publisher of Washington's Will, is at Woodstock, Virginia.  W.W. Corcoran owns copyright, all stereotype plates and several thousand copies of document.  Sent latter to Mount Vernon for sale, but retained plates. ER-18, p. 182","A.L. Incomplete and clipped. Chicago. Have money to restore West Parlor.  Emmert and Quartley to do work.  Ceiling to be removed, new plastering to replace stucco, lost pieces restored, paint scraped off wainscoting, original color reproduced.  Arms over mantel to be painted in heraldic colors, also crest and monogram in fireplace, old cornices renewed.  Will keep to original when it can be discovered.  Facsimile of furniture in Hamilton family in New York which Mount Vernon can copy.  Had painting over mantel restored last summer by German artist.  Has written another Appeal to send newspapers of state.  ER-17, p. 254","A.L.S. Chicago. Mrs. Leiter to see chair in New York and will have designs drawn of it and the set owned by Mr. John Hamilton, which are facsimile of those formerly at Mount Vernon. Next thing for them to do is to have all the rooms renewed before furnishing  and then furnish slowly with just the right pieces. She is canvassing state for money to furnish Illinois room. Wants to reproduce everything that was originally in the room. Details of work to be done in Illinois room. Original color to be used. Sends a circular she has had printed in city papers. ER-5, p. 165","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Received a check for $70 interest which will be placed to MVLA credit. ER-20, p. 59","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Cupola repainted. ER-5, p. 114","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Mansion floors repainted. Smoke House and Old Barn all to be restored as originally planned. ER-5, p. 115","A.L.S. Dover. Work on Delaware room. Inform her how many pieces of paper used in room. Asks cost of taking paper off and painting woodwork. Will send money as soon as bills are received. Curtains sent and coat of arms. ER-5, p. 235","A.L. in writing of Mrs. Farnsworth's daughter. New Rochelle. March 29, unfinished letter with few lines. April 10, her daughter finishes the last letter her mother wrote to Mrs. Comegys that was found in her desk. Her mother had a stroke of apoplexy but lives on quite helpless. ER-17, p. 255","A.L.S. Sends her manuscript for Minutes, asks her to arrange for printing and return originals to Acting Regent to be entered in Record.  Will start work immediately on Report for public.  Refers to paying Gardner's bill for negatives, draining Hollingsworth and Sarah's quarters.  Mr. Barlow's picture finished. ER-18, p. 183","A.L.S. Mrs. Townsend concerned about Post article as such criticism interferes with raising funds.  Suggests some Vice Regents better visit Mount Vernon without warning Hollingsworth.  Suggests asking Regent to have Mrs. Harrison make such a visit and report in letter to New York papers.  Speaks highly of Regent.  Glad she approves her plan for business at Council.  Refers to \"financial crisis\" the Association is passing through when she worked so hard to avert it.  Hopes for increased funds from boat, repairs more costly than expected. Her insistence that Hollingsworth pay all bills monthly failed.  Paid $250 for horses bought last year.  Expects to \"pull through\" after careful study of the situation with Regent.  Favors a Finance Committee.  Superintendent should make more careful estimates. ER-18, p. 185","A.L.S. Offers Joseph Ball's (father of Mary Ball Washington) liquor case with one of the decanters and the horn tumbler to the Association for $150. Gives dimensions of case.  Holds 9 decanters. Rose wood.  Knows the location of Washington's card table. Mahogony lined with sun base. Small cups to the right of each player.","A.L.S. Addressed to \"My Darling.\" Three pieces of Martha Washington's china promised to Association by Mr. Corcoran. ER-5, p. 33","A.L.S. Dover. Sends check to repay him for expense in decorating Delaware room. Not offended at the bill. Afraid she has given him offense about the papers. ER-5, p. 237","A.L.S. Asks them to appoint another Treasurer as his private business consumes his time.  Regrets he cannot go to Mount Vernon. ER-20, p. 61","A.L.S. Refers to Resolution sent him and receipt of $6161.37.  Has sent Mrs. Laughton list giving his opinion on investments.  Thanks MVLA for their action re his withdrawal as Treasurer and insists he has not the time to give to the MVLA that their business should have. ER-20, p. 62","A.L.S. Nordington. While in New York she saw some unimportant Press comments on Mount Vernon.  Refers to brief Council Wednesday through Friday.  Thinks more time and deliberation should be given to Council at Mount Vernon.  Engraving for Mount Vernon not well packed.  Noticed Ohio room was completed. ER-14, p. 129","A.L.S. Accomplished much in a brief session at Grand Council.  Program well planned by Regent and Secretary. Glad Mrs. Broadwell is chairman of the House Committee and Mrs. Halsted relieved of some of her many duties.  Tells her instructions given Nathan on cleaning, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly.  Must be kept clean. ER-17, p. 254","A.D.S. Miss Floride Cunningham offers to furnish room with furniture from Regent's family home \"with furniture brought from England and contemporary with that of the time of Washington.\" Docketed \"A Communicattion for Council.\" ER-6, p. 231","A.L.S. In writing of secretary. Says examination of books would be impossible. Books can't leave Mount  Vernon. The Regent has transactions in the monthly reports.  Why has roof not been painted. ER-20, p. 195, ER-20, p. 197","A.L.S. Suggestions for changes in Minutes.  Receives statement re Superintendent's room and board by Association. His own report showed himself as \"not boarded.\" Suggests having terms of his commission defined at next Council.  Asked him for reason why roof was not painted, wants also to know how he knew there were no funds.  Wants to know for Minutes why one Council order was carried out and not another.  Refers to $4000 for dredging. ER-18, p. 187","A.L.S. Received her check for $2870.00.  ER-20, p. 60","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Carpenters work on Tom's house at Alexandria entrance. Plumbers bill for \"necessary repairs to ram which met with an accident, thereby rendering it disabled.\" Also repairs to boiler in greenhouse. Painting and roofing Tom's house. Glazing on greenhous.  New York coat of arms, business very dull since November 1. ER-5, p. 117","Notes and extracts copied by Susan Hudson sent to Mrs. Barnes for examination. ER-4, p. 91 through ER-4, p. 101","Draft list \"The above List of names of V.R. have had their letters forwarded by Express or private hand by order of Council - many letters \u0026 copies of letters were retuaned to await further action of Council -\"","A.L.S. Alexandria, VA. Will be pleased to see him at any time. Wants to visit Mount Vernon again. Has been visiting there for 40 years. Talks about Masonic book. Presents a copy to be used in Lafayette's Room.","Print notice with note by Mrs. Sweat \"per order of the [acting] Regent Margaret J.M. Sweat Secretary of Councils.\" ER-18, p. 189","A.L. Incomplete. Re burglar alarm. ER-5, p. 34","Certificate of authenticity for the family bible belonging to Mary Ball Washington given to her via Betty Lewis and then to Robert Lewis and then to Mrs. Betty B. Bassett. Embossed and signed by Benjamin Weaver, a Justice of the Peace, and William S. Brown, Clerk of King George's County, VA. W-408","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explains difference in payroll caused by hirings, firings and increases in salary. West Ford's son married to white woman and moved into porter's lodge without permission. Dismissed him at once. Weather very cold, ice on river. Not as strong as before his attack.  Postscript on December 15. Sends estimates for new road. Filling ice house. ER-5, p. 117","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Addressed to \"My dear Mrs. H.\" Council urged by Virginia visitors to attend Yorktown celebrations. Mount Vernon funds can be used. Mrs. Walker's resignation. Mrs. Sweat holds 8 proxies. Mrs. Washington arrived with visitors. ER-6, p. 233","Received a letter from her cousin Angelina Livingston Hamilton, she asks Regent to answer.  She refers to Mary Morris Hamilton as Alexander Hamilton's sister which is a mistake, she was his granddaughter.","Invitation from Yorktown Centennial Comission to the MVLA to attend the ceremonies and to come in their boat from Washington to Yorktown.","Asks her to act as proxy at Council. Suggests Mrs. Henry Herbert from Montgomery as Vice Regent for Alabama. Suggests investment for the Association in the Libby Factory and in the Enterprise Factory. Signed \"your friend and sister Eve\"","Cannot be at Council because of dying brother.","A.L.S. Newark. Description of 1881 Council. ER-6, p. 235","A.L.S. Warrenton, Virginia. Wishes $1500 for Washington's Masonic apron.  Asks what Mrs. Leiter is willing to pay for it.","Was delighted with the talent and dignity of the business ladies of the Association. Hopes Regent will be offered proper transportation to Yorktown.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Leesburg. After talking to her husband she has changed her mind and feels that the trip to Yorktown would be in the best interest of the Association.","Inquires about trip to Yorktown. Has Massachusetts done anything about the Library? Each Vice Regent should train her successor.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Shelter Island, New York. Heard reports of Council, gave her proxy to Mrs. Ball. Regent presided with great dignity. Northern Vice Regents think there is \"none her equal\" in all respects.  Wants to be at Mount Vernon meeting in October when French delegation is received and accompany them to Yorktown.  Papers say Mr. Corcoran offers to pay expenses. Mrs. Ball denies this.  Asks Mrs. Comegys to go with her. ER-17, p. 256","A.L.S. Giving her resignation as secretary of the Council.","The only Vice Regent that meant any harm was West Virginia. Feels sorry for Connecticut. Mrs. Sweat was right about Yorktown project.  Believes that her illness was malaria contracted at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Postcard. Would have voted affirmative on Yorktown project if she had been present at Council.","A.L.S. Stratford. Requests portion from minutes which authorized the supression of printed minutes.","A.L.S. San Francisco. Pleased to receive word the Council approves gateway and awaits drawings promised, to take matter in hand.  To have work harmonize with surroundings must leave choice of form, dimensions, and material to those closely in touch with Mount Vernon.  Work must be done in East, but desires estimate of cost be sent with drawings.  Asks also if there is to be a celebration of surrender at Yorktown. ER-8, p. 259","A.L.S. Leesburg. Thanks her for the reports. Wishes Council were a few days longer to allow more deliberate action. Has heard nothing about Yorktown.","A.L.S. Warrenton, Virginia. Mrs. Ball informs Miss Longfellow that necessity forces her to part with several Washington relics which she holds for financial reasons.  Holds a Masonic apron and a ring box. Will sell for $1500.  Brief history of apron.","A.L.S. Attorney at law. Winchester, Virginia. Asks to be informed of Council's decision about Yorktown trip.  The Virginia Board would be much pleased to accompany MVLA as a special escort.","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Council decided that the trip to Yorktown would be impossible unless the government provided funds.  The funds have not been provided.","A.L.S. Charlestown, West Virginia. Ladies of MVLA invited to Yorktown Festival but at their own expense. She considers it, therefore, \"an empty compliment.\"  Mr. Corcoran gave Mrs. Garfield $5000 and she feels he could have paid for the Ladies' trip to Yorktown or a gift to the MVLA endowment fund.  Despite this seeming affront to the Association, she hopes the Ladies will have a reception at Mount Vernon for the French delegation coming over for the Festival.","A.L.S. Washington. Has talked to Senator Johnson.  Yorktown Committee unable to provide transportation to or quarters at Yorktown for the MVLA. ER-5, p. 45","Missed last Council, but hopes to go to the next one.  Hopes to send gift to Mount Vernon from widow of late President Polk, a memento of him.","A.L.S. Charlestown. Mrs. Sweat also feels foreign delegates to Yorktown Festival right to be received at Mount Vernon. Could have arranged for a Navy steamer to take guests to Mount Vernon, but felt this was not her duty and others might have considered her meddlesome.  Praise for new Vice Regent from Alabama, also W.W. Corcoran for his assistance to MVLA.  Is thinking of writing a brief history of Mount Vernon.  Wants to talk up the idea at next Council.","A.L.S. Clipped letter. Matter of where in the Mansion to place the \"Lafayette Chair.\"  Discusses assassination of President Garfield.  Has asked Lafayette's grandson for mementos of the General.  Chair was sent.  Hopes something can be done with French delegates to Yorktown Festival. ER-17, p. 257","A.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Matter of selling Confederate bonds held by MVLA.  Glad MVLA out of Yorktown Festival.  Felt it was not their business.  Berry collecting for the chapel. ER-6, p. 237","A.L.S. Nordington. Asks about new boat.  Saw Mrs. Hudson in New York. Asks for measurements of room above Council Room, will complete furnishing it for West Virginia. Sympathizes with Regent, so soon a widow again.  Will give Miss Johnson facts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 123","Bills for work done in Mansion, paid and unpaid. Bill for repairs to the New York Room.","A.L.S. Report.  Presentation of newspaper dated January 2, 1800 reporting death, funeral, etc. of Washington. Gift of George. A. Tomlinson. M-1126","Printed notice signed by Margaret Sweat, Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 189","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Report of 1882 Grand Council. ER-6, p. 239","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Hurried through her work at Mount Vernon. Council was harmonious, regrets Mrs. Hudson was absent.  Miss Longfellow and Mrs. Herbert agreeable additions.  Mrs. Eve was ill.  Superintendent has changed, looks worn and old.  Council did not raise his salary but voted him $100 and 2 weeks vacation.  Will invite him to Wisconsin. Rooms definitely assigned permanently. Mrs. Hudson had not stuck to one room on main floor but had name over bedroom door and also room in cottage.  Mrs. Eve had parlor.  Mrs. Yulee took room next to hers. Mrs. Herbert took room next to Hudson.  Will build old road used by Washington from Milwaukee school children's money.  Wants him to use money given to build West Gate.  Mount Vernon never looked as lovely as now. ER-18, p. 265","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has several works he is prepared to sell to the Corcoran museum. Original model of Houdon's bust of Washington.  Says this the only bust of Washington from life.  Lists 5 others he is prepared to sell. H-709","A.L.S. Check enclosed for her Council expenses. Mrs. Eve in Baltimore. It was a pleasant Council. ER-5, p. 35","Postcard. Package addressed to Miss Longfellow at Mount Vernon.  He wishes to know what is to be done with it.","A.L.S. Strongly opposes asking Congress for anything for endowment fund.  ER-5, p. 37","Baltimore. Henry Howell Lewis. Certificate authenticating a sword as the one willed to Washington's nephew George Lewis.  Description of sword, brief history of it. W-84","A.L.S. Mrs. Eve takes Mrs. Hudson's room. Changes of rooms among Vice Regents. Gift of $100 to Hollingsworth to enable him to make a summer excursion. Disapproves of ladies having fare paid to and from Council, when Mansion is in such a bad state of repair. Not enough money to finish painting. Thinks only those whose states gave $3000 to endowment fund should have fare paid. Thinks they should ask Congress for appropriation. Mrs. Sweat has had all coats of arms stowed away in third story. ER-1, p. 241","A.L.S. Addressed to \"My Dear Friend.\" Re Council. Mrs. Herbert in very poor health.  Annual Council largest ever held. ER-14, p. 119","A.L.S. Hillside. Advises her to move her furniture into room Georgia has claimed and put state coat of arms over door. Georgia had no right to claim the room without asking her first. Traveling expenses. ER-1, p. 242","A.L.S. Newark. Mrs. Sweat's reading at Council of Mrs. Hudson's confidential letters. Dispute between Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Eve over room. Entrance fee angers many visitors. Believes government should endow Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 243","A.L.S. Ansonia, Connecticut. Has newspaper describing death and funeral of Washington dated 2 January 1800.  Prepared to donate it to MVLA for use in its Connecticut Room.  Hopes to frame it with wood from the Charter Oak. M-1126","Catalog of flowers and other plants grown at Mount Vernon for sale. RM-1056,  ER-5697","By William Macleod, Curator of the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Embossed and signed by Arthur T. Brice, Notary Public. Disposition and documentary authentication that Clark Mills had removed the Washington bust from Mount Vernon in 1849 and later placed it with Corcoran Gallery for safety.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mr. Ward restored plaster bust of Lafayette found at Mount Vernon, made bronze copy of same.  Are now ready to be delivered to Mount Vernon. H-167","Postcard. Asks McLeod if he ought to publish Clark Mills' statement about the Washington bust now that Mills is dead.","Handwritten notes by Lily Laughton on Macdonald's letter concerning the publication of a statement on Washington's bust after the death of Clark Mills.","A.L.S. New York. Cannot advise MVLA on what to do as far as Washington bust is concerned.  Has weighed legal aspects of case. H-709","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Nephew of George Steptoe Washington. Verifies sword held by Riggs as that bequeathed by Washington to George Steptoe Washington. Sword purchased from him by George W. Riggs.  Also sold a Stuart portrait of Washington. W-85","A.L.S. Woodlawn. Concerning efforts to restore Woodlawn. Washington antiquities.","Steamer Mary Washington. Firm in Brooklyn to contribute carpet and bed hangings for West Virginia Room.  Wants measurements of the room's windows so curtains can be made. ER-14, p. 123","A.L.S. Cincinnati. References a Jefferson autograph letter given to the Ohio room by Mrs. Comegys. Mrs. Broadwell remembers the hospitality offered by Mrs. Comegys of her newly restored room in 1876. Notes that in Josiah Quincy's writings he mentions how his father visited Judge Bushrod Washington and slept in George Washington's room and \"saw him.\" ER-17, p. 258","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Amazed she has not received acknowledgement of her gift to Ohio room. Received the Jefferson letter and $5 for framing.  Has sent her report to Mrs. Sweat. ER-17, p. 259","Washington, D.C. Lemonade glass she gave to Mount Vernon from time of Washington. Used at Mount Vernon and bequeathed to Bushrod Washington. W-535","A.L.S. Brunswick. Thanks her for copy of MVLA Report.  Feels it is a very well done Report.","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Asks for payment of MVLA pew rental at Pohick Church for the year.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Vases arrived, placed in the Georgia room. Servant troubles. Nathan and Sarah in bad humor since lunch table was abolished. Few visitors. ER-5, p. 119","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Georgia room, coat of arms and fireplace in Georgia room unfinished but screen hides it from visitors. Most of old oak has been made into goblets, etc. and sold. Will save a few pieces for her. Dogs sent to her son. Lunch table abolished. Nathan and Sarah to blame for its not being a success. ER-5, p. 119","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Acknowledges payment of MVLA pew rental at Pohick Church. Receipt signed by A.C. Landstreet, Treasurer.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Emmart and Quartley letterhead.  Re restoration of dining room.  Strength of plaster and woodwork good. Stucco ceiling, cornice, parts of mantel and walls need to be remodeled. Details method of doing work planned.  Ceiling to be painted light grey, stucco and cornice picked out in soft white. Walls painted light tan drab (thinks original color), woodwork, door and window frames to be white, doors stained oak (thinks it was original), mantel stucco restored painted half polish black.  Marble slab in fireplace restored, brick work repointed in cement, hearthstone mended with colored cement.  Floor in good condition to be puttied, stained, waxed. Refers to work done in West Parlor.  Gives cost estimate.  Asks about board of workmen at Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 196","Account with D. S. Troy for purchase of relics and Mansion repairs for $658.92 expenditures on deposit of $749.35.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recollections of Council of 1868. Conflict with Mrs. Morse. Account of her life and duties at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 201","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. At request of Records Committee she continues \"resume\" of her years at Mount Vernon. Cites Regent's voluminous correspondence with Vice Regents. Mrs. Halsted's great activities and gifts. General Michler's repairs made with funds from U.S. \"claims\" settlement. Cites a few gifts and definite repairs. Also gardener Craig's improvements in grounds and gardens, building of greenhouses, sale of produce.  Marginal comments of Mrs. Hudson.  ER-4, p. 75","A.L.S. Providence. Has remained in office despite her inability to be active because she believes many things she knows should die with her. Awkwardness of answering some questions of a successor. Relates whole history of difficulties with Miss Tracy. Account settled with Miss Tracy and receipt received from her. The receipt has disappeared and fears Miss Tracy may cause them trouble. Relations between Regent and Miss Tracy. Money unaccounted for. Association attacked after war. Her answer to attacks not published by Boston Paper. Sends draft of her answer. Newer members know nothing of these difficulties. In writing history of Association, is necessary to emphasize Mount Vernon itself and what has been done to preserve it, so any errors in the doing are forgotten. ER-5, p. 202","A.L.S. Bleak House. Reminiscences of Civil War days at Mount Vernon.  Visits of Prince Jerome Bonaparte, son of George Sand in party.  Secretary of State Seward brings Lord Lyone and Admiral Milne of British Navy and Charlotte Cushman. ER-15, p. 264","Copy of extracts from letters of Nancy Halsted to Philoclea Eve, recounts the Councils of 1868 and 1869.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter (clipped). Montrose, near Augusta, Georgia. Answers her questions re Mrs. Ritchie who died in London 12 or 14 years ago, no children.  Miss Cunningham wished her to write the history of the MVLA as she thought her \"the only one who would do her full justice.\" Mrs. Eve's last letter from her was dated from Paris. She corresponded with Miss Cunningham until too feeble to write. Her letters destroyed.  Mrs. Ritchie's  sister-in-law, Mrs. John Giddings, lives in Baltimore. ER-17, p. 261","A.L.S. Providence. Has found paper in safe. Much relieved because of Miss Tracy's vindictiveness. ER-5, p. 207","Fragment. Re Mrs. Ritchie's portrait. ER-17, p. 261","A.L.S. New York. Feels MVLA might not to bring up subject of bust at meeting. At the time, the MVLA's attempts to take over possession seemed weak. Feels legal position of MVLA not strong. H-709","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re estimate for repairs on Tomb. Eleven panels on side and rear renewed with cement, requiring no paint, having its natural color unchanged.  Inside Tomb done in light grey cement.  Iron railings around four monuments painted black, brickwork pointed up, stained and penciled, roof painted, coping and tablets painted white, lettering blackened, floor oiled, door of vault painted, cost not including board for workmen, $210. ER-6, p. 253","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Sorry to hear so few Vice Regents in attendance at Council.  Wishes her to have something said on the bylaws of the MVLA concerning new rules against vote by proxy. ER-17, p. 259","Copy. Approves plan for repairs on Tomb and asks that work be started immediately.  Asks for examination of back of Tomb and estimate for properly draining ground, also for board of workmen. ER-6, p. 252","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regrets Mrs. Hudson was not at Council.  Asks if she needs any particulars from Minutes.  So glad so much can now be put into printed reports. ER-18, p. 191","A.L. Incomplete letter. Buckingham Hotel. Superintendent's mind \"has been affected by his attack.\"  Mount Vernon expenses $2000 more than income.  Mr. Blake, Hollingsworth's friend, cannot understand expenditure.  Analyzes his failures.  Southern newspaper prints an attack on MVLA.  Seems \"to have emanated from Mount Vernon.\" Thinks Council should be summoned and employees dismissed.  MVLA accounts should be ready for inspection at any time. ER-18, p. 274","A.L.S. Superintendent's mind \"has been affected by his attack.\"  Mount Vernon expenses $2000 more than income.  Mr. Blake, Hollingsworth's friend, cannot understand expenditure.  Analyzes his failures.  Southern newspaper prints an attack on MVLA.  Seems \"to have emanated from Mount Vernon.\" Thinks Council should be summoned and employees dismissed.  MVLA accounts should be ready for inspection at any time. ER-18, p. 191","A.L.S. Thinks newspaper article criticizing Mount Vernon was written by some of the Superintendent's visitors or under his knowledge. He spent money recklessly, he seems to have \"lost that character of manliness and self respect…either by illness or never being what we fancied him.\" Need for close, accurate accounting.  No improvements this year and Association is in debt. Borrowed from \"sinking fund\" which is sacred.  Hollingsworth has lost his memory, cannot do his own writing, employs incompetents. ER-18, p. 273","A.L.S. Fears a feeling of \"North and South\" creeping into MVLA.  Suggests resolution for each to defray her own expenses to and from Mount Vernon until income is increased, and also that committees be restored.  Have Finance and Greenhouse Committees, but Mansion Committee was discharged as house is furnished.  Wishes a \"wise woman could be found to superintend affairs\" at Mount Vernon.  Suggests abolishing or curtailing proxies.  Approves Mrs. Sweat's ability and Regent as presiding officer. ER-18, p. 275","A.L.S. Hillside, Newark. Newsclipping attached discussing Council of 1884. Discusses the death and eulogies for Mrs. Barry, Vice Regent gossip at Council, and Mrs. Farnsworth's room being given to another Vice Regent after her resignation. ER-1, p. 245","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Requests permission to horse-hay-rake. ER-5, p. 120","A.L.S. Newark. Eulogism of Mr. Halsted left out of minutes by secretary. Secretary inserted \"fulsome commendation\" of herself by Mrs. Comegys, whom she ridiculed at earlier Council. Mrs. Herbert a great friend of Association. ER-1, p. 247","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Council earlier than usual because of malaria in Washington. She herself has been sick with it. Disappointed Mrs. Hudson wasn't at Council, gave her proxy to Mrs. Ball. ER-5, p. 37","A.L.S. New York. On letterhead \"The Latest New York Success, William Harris in the Dead Heart, Series of Romantic Plays.\" Asks him to secure Mount Vernon's key to the Bastille to use for publicity purposes in his tour of theatrical performances, part of proceeds for Confederate Veterans home. W-14","A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses William Harris's letter asking for loan of the Bastille key to help raise funds for Confederate veterans.Asks for loan of key to Bastille for raising funds for Confederate Veterans Home. W-14","Statement by Henry B. Lewis. Certifies a sword as that bequeathed by Washington to George Lewis and passed through Lewis family until purchased by Mrs. Ella S. Herbert. W-82","Rector of Christ Church, Alexandria, Virginia. Holds bible which originally belonged to Washington and later given to Christ Church.  Wishes to sell to Mount Vernon in exchange for funds adequate for new organ for Church.","Copy. Sells Washington sword given to George Lewis to Ella S. Herbert on condition it is to be placed in Mansion at Mount Vernon permanently. W-82","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Explanation of complaints against Hollingsworth. ER-5, p. 121","A.L.S. torn on last page. Warrenton, VA. Papers of Truro Parish, lost for near a century, rediscovered.  Mrs. Forbes' brother-in-law is to write its history.  Washington was very active in parish.  Plans to maintain work of MVLA.  Wishes to leave materials relating to the MVLA and its work.  Forbes feels this will benefit MVLA.","Copy. Statement of authenticity by Gabriel Johnston. Description of the bell and its history. W-822","Newspaper clipping, no source.  \"Interesting relics discovered in the Mount Vernon Mansion:  slippers worn by a lady of Washington's family.  The House that suffered agonies 80 years ago:  Visitors to Mount Vernon having their pictures taken.   Relics found:  slippers, leather belt, newspaper February 17,  1800, bottles, maps. Further descripton of Mount Vernon and visitors. ER-17, p. 260","Copy. Statement by Thomas Capner. Description of the history of the bell. W-822","A.L.S. Baltimore. Old zinc roof over front part and supporting wooden ribs eroded, should be replaced with new tin roof over old one, and new ribs. Estimate $170.  Gutter with cement to drain rear of Tomb $30. ER-6, p. 253","Copy. Washington, D.C. Grand Council accepts estimates for repair of Tomb of $170 and $30. Urges prompt completion of work. ER-6, p. 253","A.L.S. Baltimore. Delayed answering Mount Vernon letters for about 3 months.  Mentions death of Mrs. Yulee and Mrs. Herbert, comments on other Vice Regents. ER-13, p. 32","Fragment of a letter.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Has been cruelly misunderstood by some members of Council. His \"crime\" was to write to Regent of Nathan and Sarah's dishonesty and she made the letter public. All servants are his enemies now. His enemies in Council are out to ruin him. Defends his actions. General Lee advises him to retire in dignity. Enumerates his difficulties in carrying out his instructions. His best hands dismissed. Mount Vernon has gone down sadly in the last year, fences rotting, etc. for lack of enough hands. Public angry against them. Feels he must resign to save his character. ER-5, p. 123","A.L.S. Mourns loss of two Vice Regents.  As requested, sought legal advice re status and duties of Virginia Board of Visitors.  Sends her names of new Board appointed by Governor Cameron, hopes Board will meet during Council and plan wisely for same.  Asks about four shares of Bank Stock, so long unreported. ER-14, p. 135","A.L.S. Finished ceiling, sides, woodwork, tiles in hearth according to estimate of November 7, 1870. Gives details of work done. ER-14, p. 197","Receipt from Emmart and Quartley for restoration of the New York Room.","A.L.S. Marion. Satisfied having heard Mrs. Laughton's defense of the Vice Regent from California against charges made against her.  He hopes to visit Mount Vernon. W-259","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Asks for his opinion as member of MVLA's Advisory Committee of validity of MVLA's two charters. Have been working under both for 28 years.  Present Regent disagrees with first Regent's opinion on subject, so asks for a written opinion. ER-17, p. 263","Itemized bill from Gibbs and Nicholls work on the Tomb from October 1884 to April 1885.  Bottom note reads \"Correct Emmart and Quartley for work on Tomb, May21st/85\" ER-6, p. 253","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Wishes to know when next MVLA Council will be so he may prepare for Holy Communion that Sunday at Pohick Church.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Work on Tomb completed, rubbish removed, \"dirt cleared…beds on sides of Tomb fixed…\"  Bill enclosed. ER-6, p. 254","Print booklet, 6 pages. Opinions on constitution, charter of MVLA and visitorial power over it.  Feels the Board of Visitors has right to visit, examine, report. If MVLA fails in its duties, state of Virginia has right to take possession of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Washington. Offers free legal assistance to MVLA whenever they feel need to call upon his services.","A.L.S. \"Estimate for repairing and restoring tiling, next to and adjoining the whole front, removing one cause entirely, and as much as is necessary of next…same to be laid in Portland cement.\" ER-14, p. 199","A.L.S. Presented a map of New York dated August 1, 1876. M-181","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Has in his possession clothes worn by Washington at his first inauguration.  Has coat, vest, knee britches, shoes, one knee buckle.  His cousin willing to part with more for $350.  Can document their authenticity.  Presently John Augustine Washington is their custodian.","A.L. Ladies grieved to hear he intends leaving Mount Vernon today. Begs him to stay until after Decoration Day to offer them his protection. ER-5, p. 125","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Thanks the Vice Regents for the resolution passed during Council. ER-5, p. 125","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Desires to stay at Mount Vernon until a successor is appointed. Will remain today and help protect Ladies and the place. Is obliged to return next week to settle accounts with Association. ER-5, p. 125","On letterhead \"House of Representatives U.S. Washington, D.C.\" Bill for shipping, frame and inscription over door, frame for sword and hanging pictures. W-82","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Application for position of Superintendent for Mount Vernon. Signeed endorsements on the reverse. Endorsement on the reverse.    ER-18, p. 298","A.L.S. Washington. Elisha F. Riggs introduces Harrison H. Dodge who has been for years in their \"Country House.\"  Because of eye trouble, wishes to apply for position vacated by Superintendent Hollingsworth.  Recommends him. ER-18, p. 298","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recommends Mr. Dodge as Superintendent to replace Hollingsworth. ER-18, p. 298","A.L.S. Recommendation for Harrison Dodge, but no Superintendent's family can live at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 41","A.L.S. Indian Hill Farm near Newbury Port, Massachusetts. Recommends Dodge, his wife's nephew, for Superintendent of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 299","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Recommends Dodge for Superintendent of Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 299","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Gives data re his life and business experience, which supplements his formal application. ER-18, p. 300","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Calls a meeting of committee on selection of a Superintendent for June 23. Several applications for job. Committee consists of Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Townsend, Mrs. Halsted and herself. ER-5, p. 41","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Meeting postponed until 25th to oblige Mrs. Mitchell.  Five applicants for job of Superintendent. Believes experience in farming is necessary to the job. ER-5, p. 42","A.L.S. Torrisdale. Regent asked Committee on the Superintendent to meet June 25.  Mrs. Walker absent.  Chose Dodge because of his splendid backing.  Regent unable to acquaint him with Mount Vernon duties, so Vice Regents Mitchell and Halsted went there \"to give orders.\" Regent, when she found Mrs. Comegys away from home, asked Mrs. Townsend to go with her to Mount Vernon. ER-17, p. 267","Received payment for work in the cellar of the Mansion.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re work on inside of Tomb which is a \"very great mortification\" to him.  Send Mr. Foose, cement worker, to remedy dampness.  Plasterer Abrahams admits using very little cement on inside (had underestimated cost).  Asks her to explain defect and correction to Council.  Writes of Abraham's deception in his work, as he hears he is working at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 255","A.L.S. Portland. Regrets his opinion on \"vexed\" question of the rights of the Board of Visitors was not read at Council, asks for a copy.  Has only copy of Reverdy Johnson's opinion.  Compares opinions of Johnson, Merrick and Tucker. Reference to Hollingsworth's authority as justice of peace.  Reason for asking for another opinion, must yield generously to southern Vice Regents.  Pencil note by Mrs. Comegys states Regent's idea of powers of a chief justice to render an opinion. ER-17, p. 269","A.L.S. Portland. Sends two copies of opinion printed by order of Council, one for Vice Regent and one for Judge Comegys.  Wants copy of his opinion on same subject.  Minutes and Reports have gone to printer. ER-17, p. 272","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Offers oil painting of Great Falls of the Potomac to MVLA. W-2.","A.L.S. Atlantic City. Unsatisfactory work on Tomb. Abrahams did bad job on it, did not line it with Portland cement.  Mr. Fosse, Mr. Emmart's man, tried to get out of redoing work. Seems to be a connivance between the two men. Hopes Emmart will correct the situation. ER-6, p. 255","A.L.S. and copy. Legal explanation of the right of visitation and opinion on the Virginia Board of Visitors for Mount Vernon.","Bill for repairs and paving of portico and brickwork as estimated to Council of 1885.","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Pleased with reports of Superintendent.  Comments on progress of Association and Vice Regents' ability to cooperate in their undertakings. ER-18, p. 277","Fragment. Preservation of Miss Cunningham's letters to Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Comegys and herself are very valuable to Association historian. Mrs. Rathbone is the new Vice Regent for Michigan. ER-17, p. 268","A.L.S. Repairs to cellar, roof repaired.  Need new lightning rods. ER-5, p. 43","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Questions the price, design, etc. for the greenhouse.  Whelan seems indifferent, long in getting his plan and estimates.  Found his houses dirty with rubbish about.  Recommmends deferring building another year, repairing present house, put in new furnace as necessary. ER-18, p. 277","Receipted bill for repairs on West Virginia Room.","A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Sweat's \"superintendence of printing of Minutes and Reports\" began in 1879, has no extra copies of previous ones.  Mrs. Hudson attended to printing before 1879.  Keeps a small supply of back issues on hand.  Hopes there will be no more 10 day Councils while she is secretary. ER-17, p. 271","A.L.S. Milwaukee. Received letters of Mr. Dodge and Mr. Whelan. Had been annoyed at Whelan's \"laxity and inattention to our requests.\"  Did not collect more funds, but decided to wait until next Council about greenhouse, repairs on old houses, but if necessary furnace can be put in at once.  If Regent agrees, tell Mr. Dodge and Whelan to abandon the new house. Will work it up next Council. ER-18, p. 279","A.L.S. Baltimore. A. D. Emmart went to Mount Vernon and inspected work on Tomb and declares it is now properly finished.  Advises having \"whole inside of earth vault\" covered over and drained to sides and front. ER-6, p. 255","A.L.S. Baltimore. Received check for $410 for repairs on Tomb and glad she finds work satisfactory.  Sends bill for repainting two doors as ordered by Dodge. ER-6, p. 257","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Asks her to send next year's money for pew rental for MVLA at Pohick Church.  He likes Mr. Dodge and feels he will be a good Superintendent. Same people agitating to place Mount Vernon under US government.","A.L.S. New York. Visited Mount Vernon in June with Mrs. Barnes.  Bricklayer had finished work, found many things to displease her. ER-13, p. 32","Account of George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections and Private Memoirs of Washington\" where he describes the \"white chariot\" owned and used by Washington while president. H-737","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Painting, \"View of Great Falls of the Potomac\" is ready to ship, on box is pasted original certificate of authenticity. W-2","A.L.S. Leaksville, North Carolina. Mr. Dodge deeply concerned over appearance of brick pavement in front of Tomb.  Urges \"squeezing\" $80 from grounds' appropriation for work.  Expects to raise some money in schools February 22.  Regrets she did not hear Canon Farrar's lecture. ER-6, p. 257","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Wills \"View of Great Falls of the Potomac\" by Beck (oil painting) to Mount Vernon with original certificate. W-2","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Submits plan for establishing \"separate groves to contain flora indigenous to\" each state and territory.  Suggests bringing students from a civil engineering school to Mount Vernon to make a topographical survey. ER-5, p. 41","Bill for laying brick pavement in front of the Tomb.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Refers to survey he \"sketched\" from cupola, and urges a complete topographical survey of grounds. Offers to have his son give his time gratuitously to it. ER-5, p. 41","Multiple letters and lists concerning individual contributions to the Maine Room fund in support of Mrs. Sweat's efforts to furnish and repair the room.","Multiple bills and receipts for work done and furnishings purchased for the Maine Room.","A.L.S. Doesn't wonder Regent is puzzled and provoked about greenhouse business.  Cannot understand how Hollingsworth can so consistently offer inadequate estimates to Council.  Cannot reconcile Whelan's letter with estimates, suggests need for \"forcing house,\" and that a Philadelphia glazer might reglaze greenhouse for less than $375.  Agrees it would be well to put Mrs. Campbell's gift in one thing such as \"forcing house.\" Greenhouse repairs will come out of grounds fund. ER-18, p. 281","In the writing of Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine. Financial report by the Regent. Mansion, foundations must be carefully watched and protected. Soil requires continual vigilance, garden walls - rebuilding of portion. ER-5, p. 39","Photocopy. Certificate as conservator of the peace. RM-722, PS-4907","A.L.S. Mrs. Sweat successful in furnishing Maine Room.  Says she is welcome to bedstead. Repairs needed soon in Louisiana Room.  Has heard excellent reports on Mr. Dodge.  Happy Mrs. Sweat will furnish Maine Room with old furniture.","A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of $20 payment by Mrs. Sweat for bedstead for Maine Room.  Had not planned at first to sell, but to give it to Mount Vernon.","Washington, D.C. Bill for greenhouse repairs. New boiler in west greenhouse, repairs old pipes, new pipes, credit on old boiler. Received payment of $85.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re work on portico, which Dodge says is unsatisfactory.  Impossible for him to get stones to match old pavement.  Asks that his bill be paid. ER-14, p. 198","A.L.S. Brookline, Massachusetts. Sends original certificate belonging to the oil painting,  \"View of the Falls of the Potomac\" by Beck. W-2","A.L.S. Boston. Charles Wilson Peale portrait of Washington as a younger man for sale by Boston Art Museum.  Feels it may interest MVLA.  Price for the portrait is $6,000. H-17","A.L.S. with extract copies. Muckruss, Virginia. Their house burned before Christmas. They are living temporarily with Col. Arthur Herbert.  No insurance.  Will build again.  Gives details of fire and items saved.  Memos re Mount Vernon burned, must rely on her memory to give review of her life at Mount Vernon which is briefly told from her appointment in September 1859 through the Civil War period when the Regent ordered her to Mount Vernon and told her to take title of Sec of Assn, so as to have authority for action during Regent's absence.  Re Mrs. Ritchie's letters and Regent's plans for publishing early Vice Regent letters. Urged Regent to cull each of their letters for archives and destroy others, but Regent kept everything, hardly destroying a memo. The work Mr. Herbert did is in Mount Vernon Record, which was comprehensive while published.  ER-15, p. 265 (Extracts ER-16, p. 146 and ER-17, p. 274)","Receipted bill for 50 cents for fitting two keys.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sarah has agreed to cook for them at Mount Vernon. Dislikes having a caterer. Meals at the lunch room are abominable.  ER-5, p. 45","Sword held by Mount Vernon not one \"willed\" by Washington to Mr. Lewis, but rather one given to him and worn by Washington in the war and at Braddock's defeat. W-82","A.L.S. Has in her possession a pair of carved wood flower stands which belonged to Mount Vernon, presented to Dr. W. Thornton by Washington.  Offers them to MVLA for $300. W-7A and W-7B","A.L.S. Willard's Hotel, Washington, D.C. Official appointment to Exposition Board of Promotion, ex-officio.  Permanent Exposition of the Three Americas Constitutional Centennial 1889, World's Exposition in 1892. ER-17, p. 278","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. F. A. Richardson of the Baltimore Sun called to ask about organization and finances of the MVLA.  Regent is absent. He has been commissioned to write an article about the Association and wishes \"to do us justice.\"  Asks her to call on Mr. Richardson, giving him last Report. ER-19, p. 179","A.L.S. Makes a semi-official report.  Answered three letters from Mrs. Comegys to Regent.  Miss Johnston has asked aid on Guidebook.  Mr. Riggs has sent her an agent from the Baltimore Sun, Mr. Richardson, who wishes an authentic statement of the past, present and future of the Association to be given him because renewed attacks on the  MVLA are becoming serious.  E.F. Riggs showed Mrs. Sweat a letter envelope with \"Shall Mount Vernon be free?\" in big letters. Circulars calling for action against the MVLA are being circulated. ER-14, p. 147","A.L.S. Asks him to send her bills to be paid.  Mr. Young to classify and arrange all MVLA Reports. ER-18, p. 102","A.L.S. The Sun, Washington Bureau. Sent her copy of The Sun containing his article on Mount Vernon and thanks her for the assistance given him. ER-19, p. 182","A.L.S. Will permit financial report verbatim leaving off receipts after Council.  Mr. Riggs' reports details items hard to explain to adversaries. Will ask his advice re report and send Regent results.  Asks about report on endowment fund, if invested.  Forty dollars has been returned, traveling expenses. To be used for 100 plants from Mr. Saul.  Reports on Mrs. Riggs' statement re Treasurer's Report.  Encloses copy of Richardson's article in the Baltimore Sun which seems fair. ER-18, p. 148","A.L.S. Dover. Permanent Secretary of Councils.  Thanks her for the report and minutes, showing her part in last Council. Realizes she has not represented her own work fairly.  Refers to the contributions she has made and original purchase on taking over Mount Vernon. ER-19, p. 185","A.L.S. Has been to Mount Vernon. Sends to his friend a photograph of a painting by Trumbull of Washington.","Formal printed note of acknowledgement to Lyman for the gift of the painting \"View of the Great Falls of Potomac\" to MVLA. W-2","Her resignation as a member of the Committee on Records. Gives reasons for resignation. ER-5, p. 232","A.L.S. Explains gift of her father to Association. Railroad \"crash\" brought value of bond low. Now the value is higher, and Mrs. Sweat hopes eventually to have 3 shares of stock to add. ER-18, p. 193","A.L.S. Received long delayed relic list from Dodge, will compare it with text from the guidebook and send the Regent a corrected list. Will curtail Mrs. Washington's list. Has minutes, reports, and printed constitution.  ER-18, p. 192","A.L.S. Stratford. Re Dodge's dismissal of Mr. Nicholls who claims Dodge wishes to employ a nephew, Chester, in his place.  Mr. Nicholls thinks he is employed by Council not Dodge. ER-18, p. 103","A.L.S. Concordville, Pennsylvania. Deposits a chair at Mount Vernon used by Washington in the first Executive Mansion. W-259","A.L.S. Reference to Washington chair. W-259","Margaret Sweat - List of expenditures for articles placed in Maine Room.  Total bill for items $528. Total amount raised $528.","By Margaret Sweat.","A.L.S. Regrets she disapproved of efforts to decorate stage for benefit. ER-5, p. 43","A.L.S. Boston. Has no information on the painting of Washington given by his grandfather, Israel Thorndike, to the Massaschusetts Historical Society.","A.L.S. Dover. Her mother, Mrs. Comegys' prolonged illness. Mrs. Comegys is busy arranging her Mount Vernon papers in form of a report for next Council. To be a condensed account of Mount Vernon work in Delaware before as Vice Regent was appointed. Gives a gift to repair Delaware room. ER-5, p. 239","A.L.S. Encloses newspaper clipping regarding bills introduced to legislature. Proposed railroad and their desire to purchase land from Mr. Burke as a protection against it. Falls Church and Potomac Railroad Co. Urges her to apply to Virginia legislature for right to purchase more land. Recommends William Wirt Henry as an able Richmond lawyer if needed in fight to restrict railroads crossing into Mount Vernon land. ER-6, p. 262","Legislature is back in session earlier than expected.  Has heard that the proposed railroad will probably fail due to a lack of capital.","Regards purchase of bonds, application to legislature for extended powers and orther areas concerned with coming of the railroad to Mount Vernon.  Feels MVLA ought not to either purchase bonds or ask for extension of powers to prevent the railroad from coming to Mount Vernon.  Feels an \"inactive\" policy best in this situation. ER-18, p. 196","A.L.S. Dover. Sends Mrs. Du Pont's letter and check for work to be done in Delaware room. Will try to complete report on work in Delaware before her appointment as Vice Regent. ER-5, p. 241","Printed notice to attend Council by Margaret Sweat, Secretary of Council. ER-18, p. 194","A.L.S. Mount Auburn, Massachusetts. Asks if pair of tripods, formerly belonging to Martha Washington would be acceptable as a gift to Mount Vernon.  W-1A and W-1B","Receipt for payment from three sons of Mrs. Robert Campbell, late Vice Regent for Missouri, of $300 for two surveyor's tripods formerly belonging to Washington.","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Requests Regent to send money for annual pew rental at Pohick Church.","Certificate for the authenticity of two tripods (candlestands) original to Washington, in possession of Reverend G. G. Murphy of Gonzaga College. By Virginia Miller. W-1A and W-1B","Testimony that to best of his knowledge and on testimonry of Virginia Miller of Washington, D.C., two tripods sold to the sons of Mrs. Robert Campbell once belonged to Washington.  W-1A and W-1B","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Sends certificates and testimonies authenticating the pair of tripods as original Washington pieces. W-1A and W-1B","A.L.S. New York Historical Society. Informs Mr. Bowen of reference to the existence of a portrait of George and Martha Washington by a Mr. G. Wright.","Typescript. Certifies that she has held the Joseph Wright portrait of George and Martha Washington.  Believes these are the Wright portraits, but has not been positively ascertained.","A.L.S. Provides character reference to Mrs. Frances Dunning telling Bowen that her statements in regard to the Wright portraits of the Washingtons can be accepted as honorable.","A.L.S. Cannot definitely authenticate the Washington portraits by Wright.  But quite sure they are original.  Her grandmother, an acquaintance of Washington's, often said they were so.","A.L.S. Virginia legislature is soon to convene. Will let her know when so that she can be there to conduct any Mount Vernon business. ER-6, p. 264","A.L.S. Portland. Treasurer of Portland and Rochester Railroad answers Mrs. Sweat's request that all MVLA dividends be sent to Mr. Elisha Riggs in Washington, D.C.  Has sent Mr. Riggs a check for $9.  Another dividend to be paid in January.","A.L.S. Apologizes for failure to report to her his receipt several months previously of dividend from the Portland and Rochester Railroad Stock.","A.L.S. Gainesville, Florida. Must come to Richmond soon if any hope to stop state legislature from passing railroad bill detrimental to Mount Vernon interests.  She ought to get aid of General Lee of Virginia and Mr. Henry  in the matter.  Both interested in Mount Vernon.  She can do no more to stop it. ER-6, p. 264","Testimonial given by Vice Regent from North Carolina, Mrs. Letitia Walker. ER-19, p. 197","Copy. Painters have done well and charged moderately.  Reduced minutes to \"baldest statements\" as other documents were voluminous.  Asks when she shall send duplicate copy of report.  Finishes work for the year but resignation cannot take effect until next Council. ER-18, p. 195","Draft. Writes concerning railroad bill and what might be done. If it is true, is he interested in helping Mount Vernon. Mrs. Laughton will come to Richmond to discuss matters further if necessary. ER-6, p. 265","Typescript signed. Governor Lee has had railroad bill amended in such a manner that road can go to any point in Fairfax Co. with exception of Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 260","Copy. Felt two railroads running near to Mount Vernon might be source of trouble to MVLA.  Thanks the governor for amending the bill so Mount Vernon will not be affected. ER-6, p. 267","A.L.S. Philadelphia. If the Wright portrait is original, believes it to be a copy of one by Savage, done in 1790 for Harvard College.","Draft letter by Harrison Dodge for the Regent to the Chairman on the Committee of Rivers and Harbors. Calls his attention to the fact that improvement of the channel by the government years ago was never completed.  Only a small boat can now reach Mount Vernon's wharf. Dodge will present MVLA's needs which MVLA wishes embodied in bill before Congress. ER-14, p. 201","Typescript, signed. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C. Dodge appeared before Committee On Rivers and Harbors re the improvement of the Potomac River channel to Mount Vernon which the Committee will give careful consideration. ER-14, p. 200","Draft. Washington, D.C. Chairman of the Committee on Rivers and Harbors. Thanks him for his courteous attention to Dodge.  Feels sure action of his Committee will be of lasting value to Mount Vernon.  ER-14, p. 201","Typescript signed. Philadelphia. Re Washington portraits. Comments on Mr. Winsor's article. Says Miss Johnson's book is unreliable. Answers queries in letter of February 27. Says Bowen's portraits of George and Martha are not by the same hand. Says it is not by Savage but probably by Wright. Discusses problem with dating them.","A.L.S. on letterhead. Washington, D.C. Re lightning rods, has placed one on Mansion, suggest rods be placed on barns and other buildings. ER-14, p. 202","A.L.S. Dover. Informs the Regent of the death of his wife Margaret Ann Comegys, a former Vice Regent of the MVLA. ER-5, p. 241","A.L.S. Gives names of Vice Regents present at Council of 1868, also relates to her information about those present. ER-5, p. 207","Copy. Washington, D.C. Asks that they send her the value they place on Washington's desk chair which she will submit to Council in May. W-159","Written by Ella B. Washington with note at bottom by Harrison Dodge. Received of Nellie Deans the Field Glass of Gen. Washington. Presented by Col. Robert Lewis to Anna Maria Dandridge Deans. Note at top says the accession was returned or withdrawn.","A.L.S. on Washington and Lee University letterhead. Lexington, VA. Cannot furnish desired information re Washington's desk chair.  Suggests writing to George Washington Parke Custis' niece, Mrs. Britannia Kennon or to Col. Butler whose wife was a niece of Custis.  W-159","A.L.S. Cannot recall whether he stated past values of railroad stock at last Council.  Wishes Mrs. Sweat to ask Mr. Hudson whether he did or not.","A.L.S. on Senate Chamber letterhead. Richmond. House subcommittee met. Moore proposed amendment to keep railroad from going to Mount Vernon.  To be adopted.","A.L.S. with typescript copy. After studying charters of MVLA and Mount Vernon Railroad Co. he concludes therRailroad has no right coming any closer than the edge of Mount Vernon land. If railroad tries it, they can get an injunction or suit against trespassers.  ER-6, p. 269","A.L.S. Alexandria, VA. Re history of certain papers, taken from ruins of building consumed by fire in Alexandria. W-1310 A","Typescript. Philadelphia. Surveying for railroad from Alexandria. Believes it will benefit Mount Vernon. Suggests superindendent and engineer agree on proper location for station. ER-6, p. 268","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Thanks him for his information re new railroad. Even \"pecuniary advantages\" to the Association cannot compensate for having a railroad station near Mount  Vernon. Dodge has succeeded in keeping it off the property of the Association. ER-16, p. 270","A.L.S. Linden Lodge. Has obtained from the Department of State a correct list of trees which Washington planted on his lawn with minute directions as to the places they were planted, etc.  From Washington's Journal Mr. Dodge has already started replanting of those that have died. ER-18, p. 108","A.L.S. Hermitage, Tennessee. Asks for information re history and organization of the MVLA.  She is the wife of General Jackson's adopted grandson.  As the Hermitage may be sold to the highest bidder, she is considering formation of an Association similar to MVLA to control the Hermitage.  Her husband owns Jackson furniture and relics. W-159","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. MVLA does not intend to present the Washington Continentals with a stand of colors on Washington's birthday the forthcoming year. ER-5, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. It is the policy of MVLA to use no funds for purposes other than the care and preservation of Mount Vernon.  They cannot present Captain Mills' company with stand of colors.  Cannot understand how the rumor that the MVLA would do so ever got out. ER-5, p. 47","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Attorney at law. Requests information about the disposition of the portrait of an ancestor, Dr. Rittenhouse. When last at the Tomb of Washington, the portrait was \"ignominously relegated to an obscure attic room.\" Has corresponded with Mr. Dodge. W-125","A.L.S. Proposes selling some railroad stock and buying script or debentures of the same road. Discussion of Mrs. Long or Mrs. Weed as Vice Regent for Florida. ER-5, p. 208","A.L.S. Hermitage, Tennessee.  Re Washington's desk chair at the Hermitage. W-139","On \"Mayor's Office\" letterhead. Fredericksburg. Certificate by Absalom P. Rowe, mayor of Fredericksburg, for the dinner bell which belonged to Mary Washington and was placed with Mr. Rowe by John P. Herndon.  Mr. Rowe sold it to Mrs. A. M. Johnson. W-822","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Pohick Church will have a centennial service to commemorate the anniversary of Washington's  inauguration.  Dr. Philip Slaughter to speak at service.","A.L.S. Marked \"confidential.\" Concerning publication rights and royalties for his work \"Eminent Americans,\" following the bankruptcy of his publisher. RM-718, ER-4894, A-313.","A.L.S. Pohick Church. Thanks MVLA for providing $50 to Pohick Church to restore front of Church.  Asks that she pay the annual pew rental \"at her convenience.\"","A.L.S. Stratford. Receives check as secretary for $116.80 for printer and postage.  Mary Leiter has sent her \"Biographical Sketches of the Generals\" (1889). ER-18, p. 104","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. There is no Vice Regent for Georgia, so she writes to Regent re authority to provide suitable furniture as gift of her state for Mrs. Washington's sitting room.  Offers her grandmother's (Eliza Ball) mahogany work table and thinks she could collect other appropriate things. ER-18, p. 282","A.L.S. Department of State. While visting Mount Vernon, Sir Julian Pauncefote, Minister from Great Britain, noticed a memorial tree planted by the Prince of Wales in 1860 had died.  He told the Prince about it and the Prince desires to replace the tree. ER-14, p. 164","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. Wants her native town, first named for Washington, to furnish the Georgia Room.  Suggests a table, chair, old candle shade, sofa, antique chairs, vases, pictures, etc.  There is no Vice Regent for Georgia at this time. ER-18, p. 282","Autograph letter signed. Torrisdale. Acknowledges her letter re furnishing Mrs. Washington's sitting room.  Mrs. Eve of Georgia, formerly the oldest officer in the Association, has been dead a few months and changes in furniture are gradually being made.  Work table used by her grandmother Eliza Ball would be acceptable. The MVLA will pay transportation expenses and label it suitably.  The Georgia Room was furnished by money given to Mrs. Eve but she did not select articles.  Unable to authorize her to make public appeal for contributions, but can accept volunteer work or a family and friends. ER-18, p. 283","Typescript copy. British Legation. Acknowledges his assistance in arranging with the Regent for the planting of a memorial tree. ER-14, p. 164","A.L.S. Department of State. Sends her a letter he received from Sir Julian Pauncefote re planting a memorial oak for the Prince of Wales. ER-14, p. 165","A.L.S. Edgewood. Re return of Stolle's portrait of Ann Pamela Cunningham to the artist, it's \"worthless to the Association in its present condition.\" M-405 A","A.L.S. Pelham, New York. Offers to sell MVLA a piece a foot square, bearing escutcheon, made from the door panel of Washington's coach. W-643","A.L.S. Suggests an English oak, but will ask Dodge to call upon the British Minister and offer his services in carrying out the planting of a tree for the Prince of Wales. ER-14, p. 163","A.L.S. Pelham, New York.  Door panel from the coach was chosen by Bishop Meade, is of a yellowish color.  Also has an army chest with Washington's name and gives history of chest. W-347","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. Re furniture she wants to send to Mount Vernon. Must send to New York for new brasses for table. ER-18, p. 283","A.L.S. Pelham, New York. Her aunt, Adele Bolton, thanks him for the check for $60 and has sent box and panel. W-347","A.L.S. Presents to MVLA an enamel portrait of Washington painted by Henry Bone, ca. 1825, from original by Gilbert Stuart. Encloses printed description and history of picture. M-645","A.L.S. Re gift of an enamel portrait of Washington painted by Henry Bone from original of Gilbert Stuart. M-645","Typescript signed. Wesleyan College. Has shipped an antique glass candle screen and old work table for Georgia Room. Describes donor of the candle screen, Julia Anthony. M-122","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Children of Kansas raised $1000 for quarters.  Does not want to ask for more at this time. Suggests leaving second story unfinished.  Will attend Council if needed to explain contract for quarters. ER-11, p. 187","A.L.S. Newark. Awning for benefit of Council in Mrs. Townsend's apartment. Legislative Committee and Governor to be received on the 20th. New York member of Advisory Board should meet with the Council. No word of any history of the Association. Mrs. Eve and Mrs. Comegys entrusted with the work. Sorting out papers at Mount Vernon.  ER-1, p. 249","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Will attend next Council.  Regrets difficulty with Bradshaw.  Needs $200 to finish quarters and does not want to ask for more money in her state.  Urges Mrs. Hudson to keep secretaryship, thinks she should be paid for work.  Offers to remain after Council and copy papers.  Suggests duplicate copies of all reports and resolutions made, one for filing and one for press. Suggests order of business to be made permanent.  Six thousand names of school children in her Record Book. ER-11, p. 186","A.L.S. Possible Washington mirror for sale.  Elaborate frame, but several pieces chipped on it.  Soon to arrive at Mount Vernon. She hopes she can be at Mount Vernon for its presentation to the MVLA.","A.L.S. Discusses protective railing for Vaughan mantelpiece, upcoming Council, and difficulty of working with other ladies. RM-551, ER-4202","A.L.S. There is a misunderstanding. She cannot prove the mirror is a Washington piece.  She can prove it was at Mount Vernon, but not that it was there during time of Washington.","A.L.S. Has just learned through Miss Ruxey that the mirror is not a Washington relic.  Wants to know what to do about the public appeal for the funds which was published in the May 5th Times.","A.L.S. Needs to raise money for the John Augustine Washington mirror.  Not sure it was a Washington piece.  Not sure transaction can be made before Council time.  Will get in touch with his descendants to seek its authority.","A.L.S. New York. Regrets not having been to last Council.  Matters of railroad coming to Mount Vernon again discussed. ER-18, p. 106","A.L.S. Has checked into background of Washington sword Mr. Riggs holds.  Although it had Washington's name inscribed, curiously was first sold to another man. Ford is unable to ascertain whether Washington ever owned the sword at all. W-85","A.L.S. Charlottesville, Virginia. Wishes to sell Washington's violin to Mount Vernon.  Valued at $1500 but will sell to MVLA for $800.  Also includes violin case.","A.L.S. Quakertown, PA. Justice of the Peace. Just returned from pilgrimage to Mount Vernon.  He is profoundly impressed with sacredness of the place, excellent preservation of grounds and buildings, accommodations and courtesies shown by subordinates.  Suggests a flag to fly at the Tomb.  Asks that Washington Camp No. 456, POS of America (Pennsylvania) be allowed to place a flag on Tomb. ER-14, p. 166","A.L.S. Newark.  Re Mansion repairs. Early repairs described. ER-1, p. 251","A.L.S. Fredericksburg, VA. Wishes to buy the Mary Washington dinner bell from Mrs. Johnston. Can only do so if the price is reasonable as his client cannot pay high price. W-822","A.L.S. Newark. Re early history of the MVLA. ER-6, p. 251","A.L.S. Newark. Opinion of a Georgia woman, a Vice Regent candidate. Ashamed there was nothing \"Washingtonian\" in the Georgia Room. ER-6, p. 116","A.L.S. British Legation, Washington. Transmitted to Lord Salisbury for Prince of Wales, a full account of planting of n oak tree at Mount Vernon and the Prince wishes his grateful acknowledgement of MVLA's courtesies. ER-14, p. 165","A.L.S. Washington, D.C.  Sir Julian Paunceforte's proposal to put an iron railing around tree planted last year. A message to him from the Prince and the gift of Washington memorial spoons. Also he wishes to give $10 each to the men who prepared the ground and lifted the tree. Encloses an inscription to post for the tree. ER-14, p. 165","A.L.S. Richmond. Would like to buy the Mary Washington bell from Mrs. Johnson, but the Association for Virginia Antiquities cannot pay the high price requested for it. W-822","A.L.S. New York. Has searched through papers of Washington's executors.  Prepared to sell lot of several thousand items for $5000.  Will give MVLA first choice if they desire the items. W-13","A.L.S. New York. Thinks Mr. Havemeyer would allow her to copy the papers he bought which he intends to give to Mount Vernon.  Had the deed to Dogue Run Farm.  Quotes price on the Martha Washington bible.  Sale of books and 50 Washington letters to be held in Philadelphia in January. AA-12","Audley. List of 24 books purchased and note of authenticity by H.L.D. Lewis \"I hereby certify that the foregoing articles are from the Estate of Genl. George Washington \u0026 from the Estate of his nephew \u0026 last surviving Executor Maj. Lawrence Lewis.\"  AA-12","A.L.S. Craigie House, Cambridge. Pleased with list of books purchased for Mount Vernon library. AA-12","A.L.S. on letterhead. New York. Sorry MVLA cannot raise funds to buy Washington bible.  If he can, he will also donate two Washington ledgers to the MVLA valued at $500.","A.L.S. on letterhead. New York. Cannot seek out someone to buy the Washington bible from him to give to the MVLA.  Better if the MVLA seeks out its own donor.  Asking $325.","A.L.S. Williamsburg, VA. Has a book originally owned by Washington.  If the MVLA is unable to purchase it, he will sell to Boston Athenaeum.  Encloses description of the book. Offers it to MVLA for $100.","A.L.S. New York. No success in Philadelphia sale.  Prices high, but sorry he did not bid more.  Hearst's man was bidding, so he \"gave up in despair.\"  Itemizes his bids.  Will turn over his Washington deeds at $100 each. AA-12","A.L.S. New York. Sent \"Washington book\" to Mount Vernon.  To be a larger sale of Washingtoniana at Philadelphia in April.  Thinks \"these crazy prices\" will not last.  AA-12","A.L.S. New York. Re Jackson item bought by Hearst.  Last sale of Washington books was in 1876, sold at $3.50 to $6.50 as your catalogue shows.  Itemizes some prices.  Has sold deeds to Mount Vernon. AA-12","A.L.S. Smithville, VA. Has Gilbert Stuart portrait of Mr. Giles, painted near time of Stuart's \"Washington.\"  Says  he permits Bowen to place it on market for $100.","A.L.S. Walton, Georgia. Holds scarf pin given by Washington to her grandmother. Full description of the article.","A.L.S. Bladensburg. Is the MVLA interested in the purchase of Mrs. Annie Johnson's Mary Washington dinner bell? W-822","A.L.S. Baltimore. Offers Mary Washington dinner bell to the MVLA for $500.  Will send the bell to Mount Vernon for their inspection if they wish.  She can prove it's authenticity. W-822","A.L.S. Authorizes bids on MVLA account for Washington relics.","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Re high prices and believes buying was done by Mr. Hearst.  Mirror went up to $495. W-102, W-106","Copy. Certificate by Jane Chester Cunningham for the authenticity of a Ball family vase given to the MVLA. \"From the Old Knickerbocker Homestead, Presented by Mrs. Abram Kinckerbocker.\" M-493","A.L.S. Dalton, Georgia. Asks $7000 for Washington scarf pin.  Asks Ladies to assist her in selling it if not interested themselves.","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Sends bill of purchase for Washington sale. W-102, W-106","Copy of certificate of authenticity by Lawrence Washington. W-83","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Received a check for $585.  Reports on a letter offered and the bidders. Procuring a table and mirror owned by Washington when in Philadelphia. It was exhibited at the old Peale Museum. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Sturgis, Michigan. Has a bell-pull given to him by someone who took it from Mount Vernon.  On a recent visit he saw similar one there and wishes to return it. W-1118","A.L.S. Cincinnati. Has purchased a piano stool with MVLA stock via their request. W-56","A.L.S. Her aunt was offered $20,000 for the pin or brooch which Washington apparently presented to Nellie Brown.  Asks Mrs. Laughton to make an offer and she will consider it.","Certificate sworn by Richard B. Washington, brother of John Augustine Washington III,  that the sword given by John Augustine Washington to Lawrence Washington was a George Washington original. W-83 A and B","Copy. Re the death of Mrs. Halsted and her eulogy.  Cites her many contributions to the Lafayette Room and to the whole Mansion.  Also her untiring devotion and loyalty to the MVLA.","A.L.S. Re the mirror and table that belonged to Washington while in Philadelphia.  Mirror with mahogany and gilt frame, glass unbroken. Owner is the  granddaughter of Charles Wilson Peale, previously exhibited in the old Peale Museum.  She also owns a tea caddy.  Finds it difficult to secure interview with Miss North re item 9 in her letter. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Mrs. Amies will sell tea caddy for $35.  It is oval, fancy inlaid wood on front lid.  Thinks it is made of satin wood.  Washington gave it to Charles Wilson Peale.  Refers to securing table and mirror. W-102, W-106","Note by Alrerda Amies. \"This is to certify that in order to preserve this tea cady by my order the hinges and catch were put on about thirty three years ago.\"","Printed certificate. No. 169. Saint Paul Auxiliary to the Mount Vernon Association. This certifies that Urban Zirkleback ist the owner of one share(s) of the Capital Stock of the Mount Vernon Association full paid and non-assessable. Rebecca Flandrau, Vice Regent.\" Five cents.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Re packing furniture and sending tea caddy.  Sends drawing of the mirror and table, measurements are accurate, glass intact, to be re-silvered. Describes the frame. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Delighted the MVLA secured the table and mirror.  Mrs. Amies thanks you.  Sends affidavit for tea caddy. W-102, W-106","Signed by Alrerda Amies. Embossed and signed by Notary Public John G. Ford.","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Called on Mrs. Amies and gave her some money in advance on items for Mount Vernon.  Names the prices and goods being packed. Affidavits will be made. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. The MVLA is unable to provide funds to help purchase portions of historic Valley Forge.  The do give moral support. She suggests that the state legislature of Pennsylvania might help.  What has happened to the Valley Forge Association?","From Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Mr. Howard Nece. W-102, W-106","A.L.S. Thomas Birch's Sons Auctioneers, Philadelphia. Sent mirror and table to Mount Vernon.  Sorry you were not pleased with tea caddy. W-102, W-106","Certificate of authenticity by Alrerda Amies for the mirror which belonged to George Washington and was in his house in Philadelphia.  Provides provenance for items. Embossed and signed by John G. Ford.","A.L.S. Ann Arbor. Re purchase of Washington mirror, furniture ordered for Mrs. Washington's parlor, writing desk, Smyrna rug, curtains, set of Chippendale furniture, and two arm chairs upholstered in Louis XVI damask. W-102, W-106","Offers for sale a desk or bureau that belonged to George Washington. Broad writing lab with drawers underneath, below this a center cupboard and drawers on either side. Give history of the desk and asks $1000 for it.","Certificate of authenticity for the \"engraving of Louis XVI which, with the frame, was presented to Gen. Geo. Washington by Louis XVI…\"  inherited from John Augustine Washington by Lawrence Washington. A-148","Certificate of authenticity for a sword which belonged to George Washington and was chosen by his nephew Major George Lewis who had second choice by the will. Identified as inauguration sword. Signed by Henry Howell Lewis. W-84","A.L.S. Tells of Mrs. Laughton's passing - Mrs. Townsend was there when she died. Talks of her last conversations with Mrs. Laughton and her illness. Mrs. Sweat left her book of poetry at Mrs. Townsend's while visiting. She did not know Mrs. Sweat had such talent to write poems.","A.L.S. Edgewood. Pays tribute to the Regent, Mrs. Laughton, who died recently.  Discusses calling Grand Council. Does not want control left in the hands of Superintendent only until June. Doubts if financial committee has authority to disburse funds.  Possibility of seventh clause of the Constitution, electing a \"President pro tem.\"  Will vote for whatever seems best for Mount Vernon.  Mrs. Hudson solicits opinions of the \"original\" Vice Regents. ER-4, p. 276","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria. Re death of Mrs. Laughton. Unwise to hasten election of new Regent.  Wrote Mr. Riggs and Superintendent Dodge asking if she could do anything as Chairman of Finance Committee as Regent held all the powers of handling money \"we consented because she was on the ground and did it well,\" but they should pass a bylaw before electing a new Regent providing financial authority in interim between death of a Regent and election of another.  Suggests Mrs. Townsent for Regent. She had been intimate with Mrs. Laughton and is a capable leader. Mrs. Walker could also be considered but will \"acquiesce to majority.\"  Everything is in prosperous condition. ER-18, p. 279","A.L.S. Villa Alexandria. Re election of new Regent after death of Mrs. Laughton. The bylaws need addition on this subject. Possible method of voting in this emergency. ER-18, p. 278","Call to Grand Council in Washington on  December 2. Issued after death of Regent.  Signed by Vice Regents Walker, Sweat, Ball, Comegys, Washington, Hudson and Townsend. ER-18, p. 280","A.L.S. Office of the Governor of Virginia. Re death of the Regent, Mrs. Laughton.  Praises her excellent work as Regent. ER-4, p. 49","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Re meeting called for appointment of the new Regent.  Favors Mrs. Townsend.  Asks if other business will be transacted, if voting by proxy is permitted and suggests appointment of new committee on bylaws. ER-11, p. 186","A.L.S. Expects to attend Council next week.  Approves election of Mrs. Townsend for Regent and gives reasons for same. ER-14, p. 133","Publication - \"Kate Field's Washington\" newspaper, Vol. 4 with short article about Lily Laughton. RM-193, NEWS-2954","Receipt for $100 paid for a chair formerly belonging to Martha Washington. ER-19, p. 207","A.L.S. Secured from Reverend Smith, his assistant, the purchase money for the chair sold by the venerable Lucy Harrison, pensioner of the Church of Ascension during the past 19 years. It was kind of Mrs. Hearst to pay such a liberal price.  Mrs. Sweat states that Mrs. Hearst obtained proper certificate for the little wooden chair which stood by Washington's death bed with open bible on it from which Martha Washington read aloud.  History of chair authenticated and old black serving woman's reputation established.  Receipt for $100 signed by Augustine J. Smith, Jr. assistant minister. ER-19, p. 205","Print copy. RM-53, PS-2061","A.L.S. Detroit. Sends draft for $321.65. Forty dollars belongs to Pohick Church endowment fund.  Encloses report of Detroit Mount Vernon Society.  ER-18, p. 105","A.L.S. Unanimous thanks voted by Council for the loan of the sword given by General Washington to his nephews. W-85","\"List of Plants, Shrubs, etc. Grown at Mt. Vernon, and Sold for the Benefit of the Place.\"  Fourteen different categories are outlined.  All inquires to be addressed to \"Franklin A. Whelan, Mt. Vernon (on the Potomac), Fairfax County, Virginia.\" RM-131, MS-2363","A.L.S. with typed transcription. Gift to Mount Vernon through Mrs. Sweat of two chairs bought at sale of Mrs. Judge Rogers of Baltimore, as having been part of the set formerly owned by Samuel Chase. ER-19, p. 201","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plans of the Mansion drawn by Theophilus Chandler, architect. RM-912, ER-5443","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Re plans of the Mansion drawn by Theophilus Chandler, architect. RM-913, ER-5444","Print reproduction of the written lyrics for \"My Country 'Tis of Thee.\" S.F. Smith. \"This autograph March 13, 1895\"","A.L.S. Stratford. Sends Mrs. Ames, the new Vice Regent for Rhode Island, a copy of the minutes of 1894, 1895 and the Annual Report.  Asks that she take possession of Mrs. Chace's Mount Vernon papers.","A.L.S. Providence. He has gone though Mrs. Chace's papers and destroyed most of them. ER-5, p. 183","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Restoration of the garden walls and fences. RM-459, MS-3561","Note written by Susan Hudson about Mary Goodrich, past Vice Regent for Connecticut.","Note written by Susan Hudson on the need to publish past Council minutes that were never published because very little information exists regarding those meetings.","Copy of a note written by Mrs. Townsend regarding restoration of the n the \"New York Quarters.\"","Printed notice to attend Grand Council.","A.L.S. She is to make a list of all gifts to the MVLA by or through the Vice Regents. Also a complete list of all restorations.  Wishes to have list from Mrs. Sweat and one of her predecessors, Mrs. Little, of all gifts by or through Maine.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Sorry Mrs. Sweat unable to attend Grand Council.  Mr. Dodge has done much at Mount Vernon since last Council.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Briefly informs her of proceedings of the MVLA Council.  Parliamentary report of Mrs. Sweat adopted almost in total. Bylaw governing Rules of Order adopted.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Brief report of Grand Council. Visitors to Mount Vernon at Council time. Discusses Mr. Dodge and his work and health.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. Missed Mrs. Sweat at Council.  Praises her for her work with the Maine records.  Notes that a General Krops wishes to give a chair for the Maine Room.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Cochran Hotel. The MVLA Council wishes to know the history of the title of Mount Vernon from the time it first came into possession of the English crown. RM-524, ER-4309","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Miss Ward to place letters of Miss Cunningham, Miss Tracy, and Mrs. Hudson into scrapbooks.  Hopes to get all done this year.  Wonders what is best way to go about it all. ER-11, p. 186","Typescript copy. Asks if she wishes her report to be printed in the minutes in full or in part.  Prefers herself to do it in part for reasons of space.","Typescript copy. Wishes to see Ohio subscribers listed in full in the report.  Lists several corrections she desires before minutes are put into final form.","Typescript copy. Apologies but report has gone to the printer and changes cannot now be made.","A.L.S. Ottawa, Kansas. Filed in book of Miss Tracy's letters, October 1, 1860 - September 1861, mostly to Ann Pamela Cunningham, some to Mrs. Comegys and others, drafts, etc.  Had one of Mrs. Sweat's books for an example. ER-11, p. 187","A.L.S. England. Had rug removed from Illinois Room.  Mrs. Barry did nothing toward furnishing Illinois Room. Mrs. Leiter spent \"several thousand dollars\" on furnishings including engravings, rug, Lafayette chair, (globe and spinet were in room when she took it). Rare old cashmere rug cost $500. ER-18, p. 107","Typescript copy. Corrections cannot be made. Sends her printed list of all Ohio subscribers for distribution.  Mrs. Abney removed as Vice Regent of Ohio because had left the state and because she missed Grand Council.","Typescript copy. Defense of her own position regarding correction of the Report and her now former position as Vice Regent of Ohio.","Typescript copy. Continues defense of her own position in difference with Mrs. Hudson.","Memoirs or reminiscences of Virginia Watson Campbell on Ann Pamela Cunningham and the early MVLA. Written by request of Mrs. Hudson of the Records Committee.  Describes Miss Cunningham's first interest in Mount Vernon, developed from her mother's description of it. The first appeals and her meeting with Edward Everett. Notes by Mrs. Hudson included in folder. ER-4, p. 6-11","In writing of Margaret Sweat. Re the matter of giving the Financial Report at Councils.","A.L.S. Burlington, New Jersey. Has possession of the cast of the face of George Washington.  Was presented by Lorenzo Lewis to Mrs. Boyer's grandfather.  Must sell it for financial reasons.  Is one of original three made by Houdon, she claims.","A.L.S. Baltimore. Re  colonial Virginia kitchens which might bear on the restoration of the Mount Vernon kitchen.  Advises the Regent to visit an early kitchen at Eastville, Virginia. AA-4","A.L.S. Rowe, the mayor of Fredericksburg, VA. Re Mary Washington dinner bell and its succession of owners after her effects were sold. W-822","A.L.S. Re furnishing the kitchen which Mr. Dodge was restoring.  Has oak table and chairs for Mount Vernon. Advises as to the best type of clock to have in 18th century kitchen. AA-4","1) Receipted bill for $1.50 for the repair of a smoke jack to be used in the newly restored family kitchen. 2) Bill for the shipment of three barrels from New York.  Receipted bill for $2.30. 3) Receipt for $21.25 for full payment to Jesse Murray for constructing kitchen dressers at Mount Vernon. 4) Receipted bill for $35 for hinges, andirons, spits, chain wheels, shovel and tongs for used in newly restored family kitchen. 5) Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore Railroad Company to Harrison H. Dodge, a bill for the freight of 510 pounds of furniture at a cost of $8.32, receipted.","Typescript copy. Memorial by Margaret Sweat.","A.L. incomplete letter. Washington, D.C. From a Cunningham descendant. Sees newspaper clipping of tablet erected to Ann Pamela Cunningham and writes of family ancestry, coat of arms, and spelling of name. ER-11, p. 180","A.L.S. Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. Re the will of his grandfather, John Quincy Adams. W-447 (Historic Manuscripts collection)","A.L.S. Writes to inquire if they may keep the framed deed of land of Augustine Washington which included Mount Vernon. Some members of Council thought the asking price too high, but it is very important to them. Would he consider changing the price. RM-524, ER-4311","Note by Clarence Cunningham, Rosemont. In regards to the spelling of the name Cunningham. ER-11, p. 181","Draft note commending the work of Charles Sprague Sargent at Mount Vernon. RM-1125, ER-5809","Typescript signed. To the Editor of the Ladies Home Journal. Has read Dean's Second Romance of Mount Vernon in February issue. Tells how as a child in 1858, he met Miss Cunningham in Richmond, became interested in Mount Vernon, visited the schools twice a week and obtained subscriptions for $1500.  Describes how Miss Cunningham had him kneel while she laid a sword across his shoulders, saying \"Rise Sir Knight of Mount Vernon.\" ER-14, p. 195","Typescript signed. Newbury, Vermont. Glad to hear he enjoyed her novel \"Joy Street.\" RM-1024, MS-5653","Draft letter signed. Discusses her brother's interpretation of the MVLA's charter and the building of a new road, railway, etc. ER-11, p. 129. Undated 001.","Draft letter signed. Discusses publication of MVLA reports, statements, etc. Resignation of Mrs. Little and appointment of Mrs. Pickens. ER-1, p. 237. Undated 002.","Draft letter signed. Laments she is too feeble to knit or work more with her hands to help others, especially toward raising money to help now destitute southern families. Discusses poor conditions of the south. Low visitation at Mount Vernon where she is depressed and feels she is not being helpfult to anyone. Briefly mentions attempting to get money from Congress. ER-1, p. 271. Undated 003.","Draft letter with news clipping re the sale of Washington's cane and spy glass purchased for the MVLA and to be gifted to Edward Everett in appreciation of his work for Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 93. Undated 004.","A.L.S. Discusses the publication of her letter to John Augustine Washington and comments by Mrs. Hale on the subject. ER-1, p. 23. Undated 005","Draft letter signed. Not addressed to Gilmer but thought to be written to him. Discusses the worries and efforts she has experienced in creating the Ladies Association. Mentions her mother wanting the Association to be only for southern ladies. ER-1, p. 11. Undated 006","A.L.S. Describes plans to approach John Augustine Washington concerning their efforts to raise money for Mount Vernon. Says \"a lady could do what would be denied a gentleman - especially if it be to speak for her sex on such a subject too!\" ER-1, p. 13. Undated 007.","A.L.S. Discusses efforts on behalf of the Mount Vernon cause and in the Virginia legislature. ERL-31. Undated 008.","A.L.S. Re updates to something Pellet wrote for Miss Cunningham. Thanks her for enclosed letters. ER-1, p. 69. Undated 009.","A.L.S. Received her letter regarding Coupon Bonds. References a letter from Edward Everett who praises her and all their efforts. Give her list of influential people to write to on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 77. Undated 010.","Draft letter signed. Discusses general business of the Association, several ladies she has selected as Vice Regents, and Miss Hamilton's efforts for the cause. ER-11, p. 119. Undated 011.","Draft. Discusses how to best approach John Augustine Washington concerning Mount Vernon, his dislike of the publication of stories and letters about Mount Vernon so far, and his desire to sell to Virginia. ER-11, p. 9. Undated 012.","Draft to Sarah Tracy with a letter fragment from Sarah Tracy to Miss Cunningham. Discusses their current circumstances, Ann Pamela Cunningham on her plantation and Miss Tracy at Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 183. Undated 013.","Draft. Written during or just after the war. Mentions an \"air bed\" for Council, they are made in Philadelphia. ER-1, p. 275. Undated 014.","Draft. Dated January 27, no year. She is pleased with Mrs. Sweat as Vice Regent of Maine and wishes she were closer to Washington so they could meet and talk more. Says there is only $107 in the MVLA treasury and they are not receiving enough from visitors, wharfage, etc. They are in debt to Mr. Herbert, Miss Tracy, and others. They have only 25 acres of land in cultivation for their needs. Visitors are destructive and this requires men to watch over certain areas of the estate. Even ivory from the keys of Nelly's harpsichord have been broken off. Discusses necessity of lobbying Congress for reimbursement of funds. Very costly to keep Mount Vernon in good repair as Washington left it. ER-11, p. 157. Undated 015.","Draft. Re amount of bond payment. Says Council will be held only once a year or when the Regent feels it is necessary. This should make it more convenient for him to attend. ER-11, p. 55. Undated 016.","Draft. Dated October 22. Holds her in high esteem from their acquaintance while living on Spruce Street, but she has heard a rumor that Mrs. Davenport is telling people the money collected for the fund will not actually be spent on Mount Vernon. Cannot believe this rumor but wants to hear directly from her. ER-11, p. 97. Undated 017.","Draft letter signed. Philadelphia, the 9th. Discusses Mr. Washington's reactions to the press he is receiving and his letters being published. Also, Mr. Everett's work for Mount Vernon. Miss Cunningham assures him it is all a misunderstanding and there is no reason to stop their negotiations for Mount Vernon. Also assures him Mr. Everett is working on their behalf. ER-11, p. 6. Undated 018.","Draft. Thanks them for the invitation to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania's meeting and lecture of Edward Everett on the character of Washington. Accepts their offer. ER-1, p. 88. Undated 019.","Drafts of two or three letter. Writing very faint. One letter to an unknown recipient regarding the hiring of a secretary. Letter on reverse, probably written by Ann Pamela Cunningham for her mother to Governor Gist, asks that he relieve his plantation manager to come work at Rosemont as they are having a very difficult time finding good employees since the emancipation. Another small note signed APC addressed to Mr. Calhoun at bottom of the Gist letter. ER-11, p. 29. Undated 020.","Draft. Says he must have seen by now the publications in newspapers discussing the group of ladies interested in preserving Mount Vernon. Asks that he be supportive, especially in helping them to remember the details of Mount Vernon while Washington was alive. ER-11, p. 41. Undated 021.","Draft letter signed. Discusses his tour of lectures. ER-1, p. 124. Undated 022.","Small draft note signed. Asks him to give all money donated collected by Godey's Lady's Book for the Mount Vernon fund be given to Sarah Tracy. ER-1, p. 215. Undated 023.","Draft. Seeks financial advice from him. Tells of her current situation since the war ended. Congratulates him on recent successes. ER-11, p. 140. Undated 024.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary and copied extract of letter to Mr. Meninger of Charleston, South Carolina. Informs him of a science book written by Mrs. Francis Fogg which has been approved by esteemed men and which Mrs. Fogg would like to be used in public and private school classrooms. Draft ER-10, p. 202, and extract ER-1, p. 106. Undated 025.","Draft in the hand of a secretary. Discusses the agreement between the MVLA and Mr. Washington, payments to him, the title for the land, and how the original plan for the Association was to give the title to Virginia after purchase. ER-12, p. 163. Undated 026.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Miss Cunningham is sorry she has not corresponded with Mrs. Greenough recently and apologizes for the misunderstanding that led her to believe Miss Cunningham wanted her to resign. The Vice Regent position is for life and assures her this is not true. ER-12, p. 165. Undated 027.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. The previous Vice Regent for Pennsylvania (Lily Macalester) is resigning and Miss Cunningham would like the recipient to consider stepping in as the new Vice Regent. Asks her to keep this offer confidential as other ladies will be less likely to accept if they know someone else declined first. Ultimately, Lily Macalester Berghmans Laughton remains in the position of Vice Regent. ER-11, p. 121. Undated 028.","Draft letter in writing of secretary. Miss Cunningham apologizes for not responding to her letter of resignation sooner. She understands the difficulties Mrs. Sibley has had in Minnesota and why she wants to resign, but begs her to reconsider. Recounts similar difficulties for the Vice Regent of Illinois. ER-11, p. 236. Undated 029.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary, probably Sarah Tracy. Miss Cunningham is very disappointed that Mrs. Lee did not accept the appointment as Vice Regent of Maryland. She asks her to reconsider and describes how other Vice Regents use Lady Managers to help them with fundraising in remote areas. ER-11, p. 211. Undated 030.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Apologizes that he is not happy with the contract she sent for him to sign. She is committed to making a contract that is suitable for all parties and wants him to be satisfied. Wishes she was not so ill and could meet to discuss with him in person.\nER-11, p. 166. Undated 031.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Says she appreciates the help of the \"brilliant orator from Tennesee\" but cannot commit to having him perform around the country. She would need the backing of people in all cities around the country and she does not have that much influence. Even Edward Everett has had trouble filling seats in his lectures. If the lectures failed, it would look bad for the Association. She goes on to describe fundraising efforts. ER-10, p. 131. Undated 032.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Writes in reference to the recent news of the MVLA's signed agreement with John Augustine Washington III. Defends certains aspects of the agreement. ER-1, p. 97","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Thanks him profusely for his service to Mount Vernon and discusses funds raised by his lectures. Recounts Miss Cunningham's efforts also on behalf of Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 99. Undated 034.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary, dictated from Miss Cunningham's \"sick bed.\" Discusses Miss Cunningham's ill health and the efforts of Edward Everett for Mount Vernon. ER-1, p. 45. Undated 035.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Has written to Miss Macalester about his proposal to lecture in Philadelphia on his paintings of Washington and she has responded favorably. ERL-34. Undated 036.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. Discusses how much money for the Mount Vernon fund should be raised by the states. Says \"It has ever been the hope of Miss C. to make the Association the means of developing \u0026 increasing teh remembrance of Washington and his virtues, \u0026 of keeping his example so much before the youth of our own, \u0026 of future generations as to promise not only that his memory shall create a strong bond of Union between the States, but also promote a higher standard of public virtue in our citizens \u0026 rulers.\" ER-11, p. 217. Undated 037.","Two drafts of the same letter in writing of a secretary. Congratulates him on a his portrait of Washington being placed in the Senate Chamber in Jefferson City, Missouri. This inspired the Missouri legislature to make a donation to the Mount Vernon fund. Thanks him for his influence to help Mount Vernon. ER-11, p. 95. Undated 038.","Draft in writing of a secretary. Addressed to \"Dear madam\" thanking her for the contributions to the Mount Vernon fund collected by the Hebrew women of Cincinnati. Mentions Dr. Lilienthal of Cincinnati and his help. ER-11, p. 99. Undated 039.","Draft letter in the writing of a secretary. States no independent organization or aid society can be created or appointed by a state for the purpose of fundraising under the MVLA. Everything must be done under the national association. ER-1, p. 103. Undated 040.","Draft letter in writing of a secretary. In regards to the involvement of ladies from the District of Columbia, specifically wives and daughters of politicians. ERL-64. Undated 041.","Draft in writing of a secretary. Has received her husband's letter regarding her ill health and her insistance that she must resign as Vice Regent despite Miss Cunningham asking her to reconsider. She regrettfully accepts the resignation. ER-11, p. 233. Undated 042.","Draft written on behalf of Ann Pamela Cunningham. Thanking the Lodge for their efforts and support. ER-10, p. 133. Undated 043.","A.L.S. August 25. Reports that her correspondence with Mrs. Morse had suspended because Miss Cunningham hired a private secretary. It was impossible for one secretary to do all correspondence of the Association and Miss Cunningham. Updates her on Washington portraits and Devereux and Co. ER-439. Undated 044.","A.L.S. Richmond, March 1. Discusses Washington portraits and says that one order sent to her has not yet been filled by Devereux and Co. She continues to receive orders for more and worries they will take too long to receive. Says Governor Wise does not recognize their amendment to the Act of Incorporation. ER-16, p. 249. Undated 045.","Draft. Post war discussion. Hopes her letters to Miss Cunningham finally reach her. Doesn't understand why they are not getting to her. Sorry she is not able to find a maid but thinks more \"negroes\" will return to their past work soon. Says to write as soon as she receives the letter. ER-16, p. 295. Undated 046.","A.L.S. Discusses list of contributors and a letter written by Mr. Everett. ER-14, p. 193. Undated 047.","A.L.S. Encloses a letter and donations for the Mount Vernon fund. Sends a Richmond paper that tells of Mr. Bennett who would like to sell pictures for the Mount Vernon fund. Says she cannot authorize this without the Miss Cunningham's approval. Madame Le Vert is visiting Captain Myers and was the most fashionable lady at a recent ball. ER-16, p. 428. Undated 048.","Handwritten note dated June 22 (probably 1859). \"Miss C. will not go South if she can help it - my Christian charity - leads me to think she is delaying her departure, in hopes father will die before she can get off, and she she [sic] will be obliged to go to Cape May that sea air may revive her drooping spirits\" MSS-684. Undated 049.","Incomplete draft, page 2. Concerns Alice Nisbet's (Nesbit's?) impression of Miss Cunningham. Says her opinion can be trusted, she is mature and a lady. MSS-688. Undated 050.","Note by Sarah Tracy, also with monetary sums probably in writing of John Augustine Washington III. Miss Cunningham will take \"the safe you speak of\" and wants it sent up as soon as possible. She plans to leave tomorrow. ERL-62. Undated 051.","A.L. Opposes sale of Washington medallions on steamboat as it will cut down sale of some items on the Mount Vernon grounds. Has alerted Mr. Van Riswick but nothing has yet been done about it. Undated 052.","A.L. Requests that he help stop boats from the Navy Yard from docking at Mount Vernon. They are having trouble regulating visitors and would like only their contracted boat to stop at Mount Vernon. ER-15, p. 110. Undated 053.","A.L.S. Reports that Mrs. Connors has returned from her travels to Vancouver and was surprised to see no MVLA correspondence or Mount Vernon Records upon her arrival. Asks if she should forward copies of the Mount Vernon Record to her. ER-16, p. 14. Undated 054.","A.L.S. Mr. Devereux wants more names for the Mount Vernon Record and becomes \"slightly alarming\" when he does not have them. Asks for Miss Tracy to forward a few names if \"that white dress has not engrossed all her time.\" ER-16, p. 20. Undated 055.","A.L.S. Thought Miss Cunningham would have arrived there already. Mr. Devereux keep asking for names and wants to discuss entries for June. She will not stay in her present position with the MVLA after June. ER-16, p. 21. Undated 056.","Draft. Asks him to wait before withdrawing funds as Miss Cunningham wants to consult with Mr. Cooke. ER- 16, p. 50. Undated 057.","A.L.S. Updates Miss Cunningham on Mrs. Eve's health. ER-16, p. 165. Undated 058.","A.L.S. Thanks Mrs. Hudson for her kind words. Discusses Washington relics belonging to the Lee family that Mrs. Lee had placed in the Patent Office. ER-4, p. 90. Undated 059.","A.L.S. Sends her a note to include in the next issue of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-13, p. 8. Undated 060.","A.L.S. Has looked through Miss Cunningham's papers but cannot find the original letter about her settlement with Miss Tracy. Encloses a copy. ER-13, p. 12. Undated 061.","A.L.S. Providence, July 19. Discusses banks for storing funds. ERL-51. Undated 062.","A.L.S. Providence, April 3. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to send her a plat with descriptions of the \"George Washington tea room\" which is to become the Rhode Island Room. ER-5, p. 175. Undated 063.","A.L.S. Providence, May 2. Received Mrs. Halsted's note asking to postpone work at Mount Vernon until after Council. She concurs and has received his letter. ER-5, p. 176. Undated 064.","A.L.S. Providence, May 14. Accepts the proposal from the carpenter he asked Mrs. Halsted to forward to her. Approves and asks that he start right away. Asks about coat of arms for the door. ER-5, p. 177. Undated 065.","Draft. \"Communicated.\" The MVLA of Delaware formally thanks the Masons of Delaware for their support of the Mount Vernon fund. Promotes the Mount Vernon Record for anyone interested in the work of the MVLA. ER-17, p. 41. Undated 066.","A.L.S. February 8. Encloses an appeal her daughter Anna wrote years ago in support of Mount Vernon which she only recently discovered. ER-11, p. 232.","Fragment of a letter. Discusses a picture sent to Mr. Hollingsworth to be hung at Mount Vernon and the coat of arms for a door. ER-17, p. 232. Undated 068.","A.L.S. Encloses a sample of oak wood \"carpeting\" she wishes to have laid on the floor of her room at Mount Vernon. Enclosure no longer with the letter. ER-17, p. 248. Undated 069.","A.L.S. Nashville, October 31. Discusses funds raised from the Ladies Fair and sent to Mr. Riggs. She has a box of \"articles\" ready to send to Miss Cunningham or she can try to sell them. ERL-32. Undated 070.","A.L.S. Nashville, January 18. Thanks Mr. Lossing profusely for the gift of his beautiful publication on Washington and Mount Vernon. She will promote his book wherever she can. ER-1232, R-381. Undated 071.","A.L.S. Nashville, September 23. Three ladies have aided in raising $200 which she has forwarded and would like to ensure the amount will be reported in the Record. ER-10, p. 124. Undated 072.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Discusses the box of articles sold at the Ladies Fair and other fundraising for the Mount Vernon fund. ER-10, p. 235. Undated 073.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses money raised, the Ladies Fair, sale of portraits, etc. ER-10, p. 243. Undated 074.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Raising of money and an ice cream festival. She has read the Harper's article and grows more dedicated to the Mount Vernon cause. ER-10, p. 255. Undated 075.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Discusses when to call Council. Donation of iron settees to Mount Vernon, she hopes to have their delivery be complimentary as well. Furnishing for the Mansion. Suggests she leave Mount Vernon duties to the Vice Regents for a year or so and enjoy her life. ER-8, p. 211. Undated 076.","Handwritten draft statement concerning the small amount of funds the MVLA has for repairs and the need for an endowment fund. ER-8, p. 183. Undated 077.","A.L.S. Draft. Regarding an article published in their newspaper, the Superintendent at Mount Vernon has confirmed it has to be a falsehood. ER-7, p. 125. Undated 078.","A.L.S. Gives brief account of the Peale album and relation to the painting Washington Before Yorktown. ER-7, p. 139. Undated 079.","Draft, incomplete. Discusses possibilities for the Hall (Central Passage) floor. Asks if Washington Before Yorktown painting is insured. ERL-36. Undated 080.","A.L. copy with note by Mrs. Sweat. Discusses the fire extinguishers for Mount Vernon and the possible purchase of more of them. ER-20, p. 117. Undated 081.","A.L. Copy. Spoke to Mr. Gardner (photographer) who said he would give the MVLA his negatives when they paid their bill. He also recommended Dr. Jouy as their next photographer. She approves of him as long as Mr. Corcoran and Mrs. Chace do as well. ER-20, p. 116. Undated 082.","A.L. Draft. Thanks them for contributions. Discusses fundraising efforts. ERL-52","A.L.S. Draft. Describes the MVLA's efforts for Mount Vernon, asks for assistance. Says \"It is the first object of national interest ever undertaken by the women of the United States, \u0026 it must always stand alone; a second Washington can scarcely be given to any nation.\" ERL-53. Undated 084.","Draft. The purchase of Mount Vernon by the Ladies' is probably known but it is now her duty to ask men of influence in New York to give toward this purchase. Discusses how they will be credited, etc. ERL-54. Undated 085.","A.L. Draft. Explains important role of Lady Managers and asks if she will accept this position in her town. ERL-55. Undated 086.","A.L. Draft. Thanking the accepted Lady Managers for their assistance. ERL-56. Undated 087.","A.L. Draft. Requests them to use their influence toward the goals of the MVLA. \"The plan which has been adopted must be carried out by the volunteer labor of women of energy \u0026 local influence throughout the state.\" ERL-57. Undated 088.","Draft. She agrees to let him host a concert for the benefit of Mount Vernon, but if expenses outweigh proceeds the MVLA cannot pay the difference. ERL-44. Undated 089.","Draft. Her uncle has recommended she write to him because of his interest in the Ladies' work. Asks for assistance. If New York does its part, the MVLA may have all the money to purchase Mount Vernon by February 1859. ERL-045. Undated 090.","Draft. Requests they meet on Tuesdays between 11 and 1 o'clock instead of monthly. Bring friends who are interested. ERL-28. Undated 091.","Multiple drafts of same letter. The purchase is complete and Mount Vernon belongs to the Ladies, but more work still needs to be done and more funds raised. ERL-29. Undated 092.","Draft. Tickets available for a benefit at the home of Mrs. Edward Cooper, with readings and \"tableaux\" with money given to Mount Vernon. ERL-30. Undated 093.","A.L.S. Raleigh, May 24. She is coming to Mount Vernon and wishes Mr. Hollingsworth to prepare things for her. ERL-46. Undated 094.","A.L.S. Baltimore, May 23. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to forward a letter for her sent to Mount Vernon. He will know soon who has been elected as the new Vice Regent for Georgia. ERL-47. Undated 095.","A.L.S. Postcard. November 13. Wishes to have photograph of the Tomb immediately.  Soon to sail for Europe. ERL-48. Undated 096.","A.L.S. Postcard. April 22. Carpets for Mount Vernon soon to arrive in Alexandria. ERL-49. Undated 097.","A.L.S. Postcard. May 12. Wishes to know whether carpets ever arrived at Mount Vernon. ERL-50. Undated 098.","A.L.S. June 19. The horrible truth behind their problems is that Miss Cunningham takes too much opium and whiskey. The sooner she leaves Mount Vernon the better for everyone. He should write freely to her. She was on the committee to hire him and is very appreciative of him. He should pick his own \"house\" on the estate. The McMakins have no rights to Mount Vernon except that the Regent wants them there. The other Vice Regents want them to leave as well. ER-18, p. 32. Undated 099.","A.L.S. Incomplete letter. Mrs. Comegys and Mrs. Walker are requested to look through Miss Cunningham's papers, along with Mary Amarinthia Snowden not associated with the MVLA, and ascertain which are part of Association's business and separate them from personal papers. ER-17, p. 213. Undated 100.","A.L.S. She is beginning to question the existence of Mr. Devereux as she has sent him her list for the Mount Vernon Record to several locations and received no word from him. He need not fear her \"so apprehensively.\" ER-13, p. 63. Undated 101.","A.L.S. January 9, Craigie House, Cambridge. Will try to visit the Atheneaum soon. Would like to speak to him about how to \"fill the shelves\" at Mount Vernon and the books they should be acquiring for the purpose. MSS-610. Undate 102.","A.L.S. Tuesday 22nd. Thanks him for entertaining her friends that she sent to Mount Vernon. She does not mean to encroach on him or take advantage of his kindess. ER-14, p. 63. Undated 103.","A.L.S. Hoffman House. Discusses her opinions on the worsening condition of the estate and grounds. Has tried to explain to the press and others that Miss Cunningham suffers from poor health but it is true that Mount Vernon suffers. She should let the other Vice Regents deal more with the business of the estate. ERL-58. Undated 104.","A.L.S. Arlington Hotel. June 6. Is on her way home, but will stop briefly by Mount Vernon on Thursday to say \"how do you do.\" ERL-59. Undated 105.","A.L.S. Sunday evening. Did not go to Mount Vernon because the bad weather affected her rheumatism. She and Mrs. Eve must write to her about current events. ERL-60. Undated 106.","A.L.S. Friday evening. Today she is dining with a friend but she will visit Miss Cunningham tomorrow for as long as she likes. ERL-61. Undated 107.","A.L.S. She will visit her tomorrow unless it rains, then it will not be good for either of them to go out. ERL-39. Undated 108.","A.L.S. Her friend Mrs. Lockwood will be visiting and she should be treated as Mrs. Mitchell would be herself. She wishes Ms. McMakin would get an account book. Mrs. Lockwood can show her how to keep it if she would like. Undated 109.","A.L.S. Hoffman House, New York. July 15. Thanks her for her handling of recent situations. The older Vice Regents have born the brunt of everything. Miss Cunningham was good in some aspects but had no business sense. She prefers to have committees deal with Mount Vernon business and tried to tell Miss Cunningham so. Is glad it is all behind them and looks forward to the future. ER-18, p 251. Undated 110.","A.L.S. What does she think about the land excursion? Mr. Riggs does not think cards can be printed in time for it, but will proceed if she wishes. Does not know if she can attend the excursion if it proceeds but will help if she can. ER-22, p. 139. Undated 111.","A.L.S. Encloses a card to see if she approves. How many shall she make? ER-22, p. 129. Undated 112.","A.L.S. Discusss the Mount Vernon Record. Proposes that they build a Grecian temple for Washington's sarcophagus. MSS-769. Undated 113.","A.L.S. Monday, June 24. Thanks her for the letter and news from Council. Hollingsworth must be named \"Resident Secretary\" not Superintedent and take the McMakins' house for his own, then they will leave. Discusses committees, reports, and minutes. ER-12, p. 171. Undated 114.","Copy. December 13. Cannot support her petition to Congress because she is asking for too much money. ERL-41. Undated 115.","A.L.S. Portland, December 24. Discusses a petition to Congress for the endowment fund and the Lewis sale of Washington relics. ERL-40. Undated 116.","A.L.S. Washington, December 21. Thanks her and the other ladies who gave money to help her furnish the Maine Room at Mount Vernon. ERL-37. Undated 117.","Incomplete draft. Appreciates his letter concerning the efforts to preserve Valley Forge. Is flattered to be asked to help, but her duties for Mount Vernon are too consuming to take on anything else. ERL-26. Undated 118.","A.L.S. Portland, July 19. Thanks him for his opinion and understanding of the MVLA Act of Incorporation 1856 and 1858. Discusses merits of each. ER-17, p. 273. Undated 119.","A.L.S. September 2. Pleased to hear of the Regent's improved health. Understands her objection to nominating at one Council and confirming at next. Regrets the mistakes in reports, Minutes, amended Bylaws, charters, etc. especialy mistake about quorum which should be corrected at once. ER-18, p. 135. Undated 120.","Handwritten note. ERL-14. Undated 121.","Handwritten note. ER-20, p. 88. Undated 122.","A.L.S. Saturday, March 11. Albany, New York. Wishes information on how much money is needed to put Mount Vernon in perfect repair and is there an endowment fund. Would like her to also forward reports, minutes, etc. for her to get caught up on Mount Vernon business. ER-17, p. 256. Undated 123.","A.L.S. Atlantic City, March 23. Discusses her grandchildren and furnishings for the Mansion. ERL-35. Undated 124.","A.L.S. New York. Terrible winter weather this year. Discusses the new quarters being built, now they won't be disturbed by railroad crowds during their Council meetings. Updates her on news of the other Vice Regents. ERL-38. Undated 125.","A.L.S. July 13. Indignant that Mrs. Sweat suppressed resolutions in printed report for Mrs. Halsted at death of her husband.  Ladies now see mistake of written instead of printed Minutes, also proxy vote a blunder.  Hollingsworth retained, but it was a bitter fight.  This is a confidential letter.  Advises talking only to Mrs. Ball. ER-14, p. 119. Undated 126.","A.L.S. Record Office, May 18. Suggests she pay them draft for $240 rather than deduct $48. They will pay back the $48. ER-D-12. Undated 127.","A.L.S. Mrs. Little owes for portraits sold, they have not received the money from her yet. ER-D-58. Undated 128.","A.L.S. Saturday, 11 o'clock. No mail received today for anyone. Will send up copies of \"Record\" at 3 o'clock. Her father's convalesence. ER-D-91. Undated 129.","A.L.S. Saturday morning. Hopes there will be no more delays in the Record. Miss Cunningham to please send draft by Monday. They are getting no orders for portraits, papers or anything else. ER-D-46. Undated 130.","A.L.S. Friday morning. Cape May Express has stopped running, so he had to drop his letter in the Post. ER-D-51. Undated 131.","A.L.S. Send down any additional \"copy\" for the June number so it can be got out. ER-D-107. Undated 132.","A.L.S. She sent more money than in her statement. Cost of checks deducted and returns the amount to her. Delivery of safe. ER-D-116. Undated 133.","A.L. Draft. No letters for Miss Cunningham and Devereux will not be able to see her until tomorrow morning with proofs of Record. Amounts of money given by West Point cadets came too late for insertion. Paragraph in June Record must explain this. ER-D-112. Undated 134.","A.L.S. Sends copy of address. Waiting for matter Miss Tracy said would be forthcoming in a day or two. On reverse are notations for a letter to George Devereux, also a note beginning \"Mr. Devereux wished to have the Record as his own property….\" ER-D-120. Undated 135.","A.L.S. Will wait for notice of Mrs. Chesnut. Sends copies of press notices. Sixteen pages are full. Account of excursion will go in. ER-D-121. Undated 136.","A.L.S. Received letter enclosing paragraphs from Washington papers. Dr. Mackinzie delivered lecture at Morristown for benefit of fund. He tries to let people know that collection will be needed for support of Mount Vernon when property comes into hands of Association. The \"Press\" and Dr. Mackinzie have been warm friends of the Association. Thinks Miss Cunningham should write to Dr. Mackinzie to express appreciation for his services to the Association. ER-D-21. Undated 137.","A.L.S. Discusses parcels and a letter forwarded to Miss Cunningham. ER-D-26. Undated 138.","A.L.S. Encloses letters. Dr. Mackenzie's lecture postponed. ER-D-103. Undated 139.","A.L.S. Philadelphia, April 4. Sends her the book. Insufficiency of material in last Record, although he used everything he had. The fault is not his. Mrs. Blanding's parcels were not received. Sends her the \"Inquirer\" in its new and brilliant attire. ER-D-105. Undated 140.","A.L.S. His brother's sickness has delayed things. Miss Cunningham to look over article. All points she desired to be expressed are alluded to. Encloses poem by Mrs. Sigourney. ER-D-45. Undated 141.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Error in notice of \"Bartram Garden\" Festival to be remedied. Will be up with Records tomorrow.  ER-D-122. Undated 142.","A.L.S. Saturday. Regarding the publication of a letter. ER-22, p. 131. Undated 143.","A.L.S. Tuesday. Received Miss Tracy's note. Mrs. Riggs was on her way to visit but got turned back by the storm. Will try again to visit. ER-22, p. 133. Undated 144.","A.L.S. The band can accompany the party down to Mount Vernon, the only difficulty being that they finish in time to make it back. ER-22, p. 135. Undated 145.","A.L.S. Monday morning. Is detained today. Thinks she should give him the checks she has already collected. Hopes to meet with her later. ER-22, p. 137. Undated 146.","A.L.S. Reports on money received and paid out. ER-22, p. 117. Undated 147.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses possible new Vice Regents. Says she did all she could to help in New Hampshire and the north, but people are only giving money towards helping the \"suffering\" after the war. Perhaps Miss Cunningham should use her \"personal magnetism\" toward persuading Congress to give them money. Embarrassed that Mrs. Greenough has been so long abroad, but she has tried to help the cause as much as she can. ER-12, p. 159. Undated 148.","A.L.S. Discusses the hardships and strife brought by the Civil War.  The ingratitude of servants - negroes and Irish, foreigners who are in service, as Americans will not take domestic service jobs in New England. Mentions prospecitve new Vice Regents. Remains hopeful for the future of Mount Vernon. ER-12, p. 159. Undated 149.","A.L.S. December 27. Apologizes for forgetting to enclose the one dollar with her last letter, but encloses it now. She has been too ill to help much with the Mount Vernon cause, but hopes she can do more soon. \"This act of The women of America will carry their fame down to future ages as true patriots \u0026 I think_ cast some reflection on men as individual, \u0026 shame on the government.\" ER-12, p. 209. Undated 150.","A.L.S. Saturday. Has not received \"proof\" from Mr. Gaskill yet and asks what to do if she hears nothing. Has not been able to find a \"colored girl\" to suit Miss Cunningham's needs yet. ER-13, p. 258. Undated 151.","A.L.S. Thursday. Will be happy to help her with writing, but has guests at her house now she must see to. She will be at her disposal in a few days. Sorry she has been so ill. ER-13, p. 223. Undated 152.","Draft copy. One letter by Upton Herbert and one by Betsey Mason on reverse with other notations. Mrs. Mason describes the \"Banqueting Hall\" or New Room. ER-16, p. 202. Undated 153.","A.L.S. Asks her opinion about requesting Mr. Everett to give his lecture or host a celebration. She has only had luke warm reception to their cause and feels unequal to the task of persuading people to raise money. She will write for the newspapers and thinks this could be as beneficial as a celebration. ER-13, p. 86. Undated 154.","Draft copy. Hopes Mrs. Farnsworth will write soon with her hopes for Mr. Hale. ER-17, p. 191. Undated 155.","A.L. in pieces. Unknown author. Refers to correspondence of Miss Cunningham. ER-17, p. 233. Undated 156.","A.L.S. Waterproof, Louisiana, May 29. Accepts Lady Manager position for Tensas Parish and will do all she can for Mount Vernon. ER-440. Undated 157.","A.L.S. Lynchburg, December 6. Encloses a check for Mount Vernon. ER-23, p. 63. Undated 158.","A.L.S. Poolesville, Maryland. Encloses $54 for Mount Vernon. Will forward names for the Record later. Please forward to one of the Ladies who can forward the portraits. ER-23, p. 101. Undated 159.","A.L.S. New Orleans, February 27. Forwards three dollars. Please send portrait of Mr. Everett and more of Washington, she thinks she can sell them. ER-433. Undated 160.","A.L.S. Answering for his mother who is away. They have received the money she forwarded. ER-434. Undated 161.","A.L.S. Answering for his mother who is away. They received the money she forwarded. ER-435. Undated 162.","A.L.S. Donaldson, June 8. Mrs. Driffel could not help her raise money as her baby was ill, so she helped out instead. List and amounts raised enclosed. ER-437. Envelope with notes on Washington portraits by Mrs. Morse, ER-451. Undated 163.","A.L.S. Greenwood, July 14. Absence has made her late sending money raised. Forwards $25 for Mount Vernon. Hopes other women she appointed are having even better luck than she. ER-438. Undated 164.","A.L.S. Cambridge. From the Lady Manager of Middlesex County, Massachusetts. October 5. Has sent a package with books, circulars, etc. Let her know if she does not receive it. Hopes she has more luck than anticipated and says a lot of the public's questions can be answered using the publications she has sent. ERL-23. Undated 165.","A.L.S. Hotel Richmond, Washington, D.C. Forwards information on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and gives description of their efforts to preserve Washington's home. ERL-42. Undated 166.","Opinion requested by Ann Pamela Cunningham on the Association's purchase of Mount Vernon, the contract, and Mr. Washington's offer. ER-3, p. 123","A.L.S. Inquires if Miss Cunningham has thought to expand the Association's work into Canada as she knows a circle of people around Montreal who would be interested. Names Madame Papineau (Mrs. L.J.A. Papineau) as a possible manager for the MVLA. ER-8, p. 65. Undated 168.","Extract of a letter. Replying to Miss Johnson's letter of the 12th. Explains the title ownership of Mount Vernon since the 1600s. ER-9, p. 87. Undated 169.","A.L. Incomplete letter. Discusses lectures and a possible Southern tour, but he cannot leave his family at this time. Heard from Mrs. Ritchie about Washington's cane and would love to accept it, but doesn't know if it will be good for appearances. ER-9, p. 129. Undated 170.","A.L.S. Discusses fundraising and recounts the first donation given in the state of Alabama by Mrs. Laura Pillens for $7.50. ER-10, p. 43. Undated 171.","A.L.S. Sunday evening. An accident prevents Mr. Mackenzie from publishing the appeal in \"The Press.\" He would be happy to write up a summary of its contents but cannot publish the whole article any time soon as space is currently being dedicated to politics and advertisements, not editorials. He supports their mission and admires their work, however. ER-10, p. 61. Undated 172.","A.L.S. Discusses money raised through Independence Hall. Has written to Mrs. Milward about what to do with the funds, but has not heard back from her. ER-10, p. 62. Undated 173.","Copy, extracts from writings by Sarah Tracy. Discusses funding and securities, she was unable to get Miss Cunningham to listen to her advice. Says how sad Miss Cunningham's life is but she would have loaned the money herself if she had been able to. ER-16, p. 131. Undated 174.","Autograph letter signed. Writing in regards to the disposition of some Washington relics.","Lists contributions to endowment, interest accumulated, and investments made.","Lists donations of money, relics, furnishings, etc.","Lists members, Lady Managers, and Advisory Board members along with record of meeting minutes.","Blank sample of a subscription book kept by Lady Managers in New York. Instructs the Lady Managers to return the book when finished collecting donations. Print appeal with information about the Lady Manager's duties, meetings, list of Ladies Standing Committee and Advisory Committee in the front pages.","Scrapbook, most likely kept by Mary Morris Hamilton as Vice Regent for New York, featuring news clippings, printed appeals, and printed leaflets. Includes letter printed in the New York Express in 1858 from Santa Claus to the \"Mount Vernon Pilgrim.\"","Address list for correspondence and copies of multiple letters 1888-1891.","Ledger with handwritten meeting minutes, 1864-1867. Account of money received and expenditures, 1860-1867.","Bound ledger, handwritten \"true copy\" of meeting minutes for Council, 1872-1877.","Lists expenditures for employees, supplies for the lunch table, and supplies for other areas around the estate. Some employees listed by name.","Number of boat passengers and amounts, 1872-1876. Number of road passes or road passengers, 1872-1876.","Includes copies of letters, printed appeals, and subscription lists.","News \"clippings on George Washington, Mount Vernon, and the Early History of Mount Vernon Association grouped by states.\" RM-228, CLIPS - 2712a","News \"clippings on George Washington, Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Association, Edward Everett, Bonner, W.L. Yancey, Appeals, Entertainments in various states to raise funds.\" RM-228, CLIPS - 2712b","Small bound book of quotes and notations in several different hands. Origins of the notebook are unknown. Mrs. Comegys is quoted as well as Petrarch and Dickens. A folded note in the back of the book quotes Miss Cunningham in regards to qualities of a Vice Regent. RM-319, MISC-2988","Reminsence of MVLA early history by Mrs. Walker; copies of letters by Mrs. Dickinson and Mrs. Walker, notes, appeal, copy of addendum to Miss Cunningham's will regarding her papers.","List of donations (furnishings, art, etc.) to Mount Vernon collected in the District of Columbia.","List of donations collected by Mrs. Sweat. Also includes names and addresses of Vice Regents, steamboat captains, Virginia Board of Visitors, etc.","Small book with list of subscriptions collected by Mrs. N.L. Hatfield of Philadelphia. Instructions for Lady Managers, appeal, and list of Advisory Committee members in the front of the book.","\"Contributions to the Mount Vernon Association and Expenses since April 1858 when the new organization went into effect, and the duties of Vice Regent for Virginia were assumed by Anna Cora Ritchie.\" List of subscriptions collected by Mrs. Ritchie.","Scrapbook compiled by Mrs. Ritchie including news clippings, handwritten meeting notes, and letters. RL-5074","Subscriptions collected in Virginia by Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Pellet, includes an \"African Church.\"","Small notebook listing donations of items by the Connecticut Vice Regent, 1875-1887. Only the first few pages entries, other pages blank.","Only the first few pages have writing, concerns previous Vice Regents of Missouri money raised for Mount Vernon. Includes new clipping \"How they welcomed Henry of Prussia\" February 1902.","Financial reports and accounts for the year 1873. Copies of letters - to the Editor, to Mrs. Townsend, and others from Lily Macalester Laughton. Names, dates, and addresses of Vice Regents in the back of the volume and one news clipping on the charging of entrance fees. Many pages left blank.","\"This volume is compiled from original documents in th epossession of Mrs. Margaret J.M. Sweat, second Vice Regent for Maine, and its gives the history of the Vice Regency of Maine from 1858-1896. Letters to and from Miss Cunningham, appeals and clippinsgs and letters to and from many Vice Regents and the Secretaries to Miss Cunningham.\" Note - all original letters have been removed and placed in chronological order within the Early Records collection. Clippings, appeals, and notes written by Mrs. Sweat are still contained within this volume.","Letter copy book with extracts and hand-copied letters written by Miss Tracy and Miss Cunningham to Mrs. Comegys.","Small booklet of check stubs kept by Mrs. Sweat while Acting Regent.","Copy press letters from Ann Pamela Cunningham to various recipients, most to George W. Riggs. Fragile condition and difficult to read.","Original agreement for the purchase of Mount Vernon by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Signed by John Augustine Washington III and Ann Pamela Cunningham. Bound with decorative elements.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. Two copies of a photograph of George Washington's tomb taken from the front of the tomb.\nRP-6; St-3015\nRP-7; St-3023","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. Two copies of a photograph of George Washington's tomb taken from the side of the tomb.\nRP-4; St-3011\nRP-404; PHOTO-3711","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3012","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-694, PHOTO-4854","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3009","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated. RP-4, St-3010","From the series of stereographs - The home of Washington illustrated.","Cased photograph of Emma Read Ball. Note on the outer box reads in part \"Presented by Governor Peery on behalf of Mrs. Harry M. Smith, Jr., on Governor's Day, May 19, 1937.\" A-134","Cased photograph (probably a daguerrotype) of Lucy Pickens. Note on the outer box reads in part \"Re-photographed July 1935 for the album. Negative filed \u0026 photo held for Chairman Records.\"","Cased photograph showing a group of visitors in front of Washington's Tomb. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.","Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. 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Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.","This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\"","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804","Fairfax, Bryan Fairfax, Baron, 1736-1802","Webb, James","Lear, Mary Stilson, 1739-1829","Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth, 1746-1825","Bowie, William","West, Benjamin, 1738-1820","Adams, John, 1735-1826","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Simms, Charles","King, Rufus, 1755-1827","Stuart, David, 1753-1814","Peters, Richard, 1744-1828","Pinckney, Mary Stead, approximately 1751-1812","Craik, William, 1761-1807","Burd, Edward Shippen, 1779-1848","Madison, James, 1751-1836","Law, John, 1784?-1822","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Washington, George Fayette, 1790-1867","Beverley, Robert, 1769-1843","Rogers, Nicholas, 1753-1822","Washington, John Augustine, II, 1789-1832","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813","White, William, 1748-1836","Morris, Robert, 1734-1806","Thornton, Anna Maria Washington, 1788-1816","Carter, Betty Lewis, 1765-1830","Conrad, Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, 1813-1839","Lewis, Lorenzo, 1803-1847","Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827","Butler, Frances Parke, 1799-1875","Washington, Bushrod Corbin, 1790-1851","Turner, Henry S.","Hooe, John, Jr.","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849 -- Travel","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Thompson, Smith, 1768-1843","Trumbull, John, 1756-1843","Smith, Treadwell","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888 -- Death and burial","Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866","Washington, Lewis William, 1812-1871","Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855","Clay, Henry, 1777-1852","Rogers, Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, 1797-1822","Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845","Clay, Clement Comer, 1789-1866","Lewis, Esther Maria Coxe, 1804-1885","Lee, Edmund Jennings, 1772-1843","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 -- Family","Monroe, Hortensia","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849","Wentworth, Tappan, 1802-1875","Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852","Conrad, Charles Magill, 1804-1878","Costin, William, 1780?-1842","Goldsborough, Charles, 1765-1834","Bayard, Samuel, 1767-1840","Washington, John Augustine, III, 1821-1861","Buchanan, James, 1791-1868","Mitchell, Jim, 1795-1870","Johnson, Gabriel, 1820-","Harrison, Henry Tazewell, 1796-1881","Anderson, Sambo, -1845","Alexander, Hannah Lee Washington, 1811-1881","Tabb, John Prosser","Taliaferro, John, 1768-1852","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888","Alexander, Anna Maria Washington, 1817-1850","Peter, George Washington, 1801-1877","Washington, Thomas Blackburn, 1812-1854","McFarland, Joseph","Herbert, Bushrod Washington, -1888","Madison, Dolley, 1768-1849","Washington, Eleanor Love Selden, 1824-1860","Johnston, Dennis, 1788-1852","Herbert, Noblet, Jr., 1826-1856","Bruin, Joseph","Hill, Henry P., active 1843-1845","Lindsly, Harvey, 1804-1889","Lewis, Samuel","Bassett, George Washington, 1800-1878","Murphy, Henry Cruse, 1810-1882","Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850","Alexander, Judith Ball Blackburn, 1796-1866","Hooff, P. H.","Washington, H. A. (Henry Augustine), 1820-1858","Peter, George, 1779-1861","Gibson, Elizabeth Bordley, 1777-1863","Brown, James M.","Corcoran, W.W. (William Wilson), 1798-1888","Lossing, Benson John, 1813-1891","Irving, Washington, 1783-1859","Mills, Clark, 1810-1883","Rogers, Edmund Law","Wright, John S.  (John Stephen), 1815-1874","Wise, Henry A. (Henry Alexander), 1806-1876","Everett, Edward, 1794-1865","Crutchett, James, 1816-","Eyre, Louisa Lincoln Lear, 1831-1912","Lear, Frances Dandridge Henley, 1779-1856","Peale, Rembrandt, 1778-1860","Peale, Charles Willson, 1741-1827","Thomas, James","Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866","Lee, Mary Custis, 1835-1918","Shackleford, Benjamin Howard","Turner, Edward C. (Edward Carter), 1816-1891","Rossiter, Thomas Prichard, 1818-1871","Meigs, Montgomery C. (Montgomery Cunningham), 1816-1892","Hughes, George R. H., 1832-1914","Oberly, Aaron S., 1837-1918","Lee, Robert E.  (Robert Edward), 1807-1870","Hollingsworth, John McHenry, 1823-1889","Gardoqui y Arriquibar, Diego, 1735-1798","Finch, Fannie Louisa Augusta Washington, 1828-1900","Dodge, Harrison Howell, 1852-1937","Washington, Bushrod C. (Bushrod Corbin), 1839-1919","Townsend, Justine Van Rensselaer, 1828-1912","Smith, Samuel Francis, 1808-1895","Davis, Varina, 1826-1906","Howard, Eleanor Washington, 1856-1937","Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869","Trumbull, Jonathan, 1740-1809","Carroll, Charles, 1737-1832","Comegys, Margaret Douglass, 1816-1888","Riggs, Jane Agnes, 1854-1930","Hamilton, Elizabeth Schuyler, 1757-1854","Toner, Joseph M.  (Joseph Meredith), 1825-1896","Zouche of Harringworth, Edward La Zouche, Baron, 1556?-1625","Carlin, William, 1732-1820","Fairfax, William George, Sir, 1739-1813","Walker, Benjamin, 1753-1818","Poor, Enoch, 1736-1780","Frobel, Anne S., 1816-1907","Custis, Martha Parke, 1755-1773","Vaughan, Samuel, active 18th century","Brooke, Robert, -1744","Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Lord, 1693-1781","Sprout, Ebenezer, -1805","Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809","Hustler, John, 1715-1790","English \n.    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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Arrangement"],"arrangement_tesim":["This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eItems in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007\u003c/p\u003e"],"custodhist_heading_ssm":["Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History"],"custodhist_tesim":["Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007"],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLondon: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Bremner\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["Created / Published","Created/Published","Condition"],"odd_tesim":["London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011"],"phystech_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.\u003c/p\u003e"],"phystech_heading_ssm":["Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements","Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements"],"phystech_tesim":["A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePortions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEarly copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocument, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTitle page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026amp; New Year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026amp; ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026amp; will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026amp; 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn estimate for a saddle for the President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026amp; neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSingle blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTicket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGreenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026amp; make choise. or send a person for you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFuneral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecutor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate documents, 10 documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMemoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, notes due with interest, W1250/E; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePurchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.75 pd. in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor repairing a wagon wheel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs shoes, $5.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Payment in full for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEarly description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBerryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026amp;c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLong postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026amp; Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChampagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026amp; fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's \u003ci\u003eUncle Tom's Cabin\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026amp; orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026amp; other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026amp; tried a Mother's love.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026amp; provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocated with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026amp; concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn account with James McEvan, Dr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eC.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLondon. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGroup of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bookplate of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026amp; Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eName index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBox also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026amp; others against Bushrod Washington \u0026amp; Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(London: Printed for J. Harris)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWestervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026amp; be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. 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materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\""],"names_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, 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