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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon

Lawrence Lewis family papers

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This collection (269 letters) includes correspondence regarding family matters, farm business, legal questions about various wills, including that of George Washington, buying and selling of slaves and land, letters from friends, travels, and business interests. Also included are financial papers, including accounts and bills for various services, many dealing with daily life, building materials, education expenses, books, taxes paid/owed, and financial transactions.

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James Moore to Lawrence Lewis Box 8, Folder 4

Waterford to Alexandria. Difficulties with frozen mill run. Concerns Lawrence Lewis' wool. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.

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James Moore to Lawrence Lewis Box 8, Folder 5

Waterford to near Mount Vernon. Concerns Lawrence Lewis' wool. Asks Lewis to write and mention the quantity and type of wool he wishes to sell..'say full Merino 3/4 do. half Blood & Country Wool." Moore assures Lewis, 'I have no doubt that we shall [be] able to furnish any quantity of cloth suitable for Negro Cloathing for men & women or superfine Broadcloth if wanted.' Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.

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James Moore to Lawrence Lewis Box 8, Folder 6

Waterford to near Mount Vernon. Has material ready but not transportation. "Military Draught" has disrupted regular business orders. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.

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