Abby Chace to Philoclea Eve

Containers:
Box 96
Creator:
Chace, Abby Wheaton Pearce
Scope and content:

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

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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