Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III
- Containers:
- Box 1, Folder 1839.03.26
- Creator:
- Alexander, Judith Ball Blackburn, 1796-1866
- Extent:
- 2 pages
- Scope and content:
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Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the death of Polly, Hannah Lee Alexander's daughter, from scarlet fever. She also recounts other family members who currently had the disease and those who have since recovered. She talks briefly of the arrival of spring and the flowers blooming at her home, Caledon. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.
- Language:
- English .
- Physical facet:
- 1 sheet
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 32 cm
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.