Eleanor Parke Custis, Philadelphia, to Elizabeth Bordley

Containers:
Box 1, Folder 1796.00.00
Creator:
Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852
Scope and content:

Undated but probably written in the autumn of 1796 or winter of 1797. Nelly acknowledges note and book, "Pleasures of Memory." Found copy of book in the house and returns Elizabeth Bordley's copy herewith. Invites Elizabeth and their friend, Elsina, to tea the following day. Mrs. Murray and Mrs. McHenry expected. Regrets that she cannot go to Miss McKean's on Wednesday, but a large company of Congressmen is coming to dinner and she must provide music.

Language:
English .

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
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