Sarah Tracy to Abby Chace, 1865

Containers:
Box 62
Creator:
Tracy, Sarah, 1820-1896 and Chace, Abby Wheaton Pearce
Scope and content:

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

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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