Letter, George C. Thorburn to John Augustine Washington III
- Containers:
- Box 1
- Scope and content:
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Apologizes for having intruded too much on his privacy during a recent visit when Mrs. Ritchie and others of the ladies "took forcible possession of me" and requested cuttings of flowers. Hopes he will establish a Botanic Garden and suggests a location for a Mausoleum.
- Language:
- English .
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon3600 Mount Vernon Memorial HighwayMount Vernon, VA 22121
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Reference servicesEmail: fws@mountvernon.orgPhone: (703) 780-3600
- Parent restrictions:
- 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.
