Sarah Tracy to Abba Little, 1861

Containers:
Box 59
Creator:
Tracy, Sarah, 1820-1896 and Little, Abba Isabella Chamberlain, 1816-1893
Scope and content:

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

Language:
English.

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
3600 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
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