Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III

Containers:
Box 2, Folder 1843.03.25
Creator:
Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855
Extent:
2 pages
Scope and content:

Letter from Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning family matters such as the recent death of Mr. Selden and a discussion about whether Washington should assume administration over the estate. An enslaved woman named Julia is sick. Includes her hope that West Ford will mail this letter today from Mount Vernon, with a postscript message from Ford to Washington about recovering a loan. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.

Language:
English .
Physical facet:
1 bifolium sheet
Dimensions:
26 x 20 cm

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
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Reference services
Phone: (703) 780-3600
Parent restrictions:
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