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Includes land grant, 1741, signed by James Blair (1655-1743); document, 1768, signed by John Blair (1689-1771) concerning Loudoun County, Va. justices of the peace; depositions, 1787 and n.d., of John Blair (1732-1800) concerning a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Ga. 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Signed by James Blair, President of Council and Commander and Chief of Colony and Dominion at Williamsburgh[sic] July 6, 1740. Transcript included. ","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, Virginia to Thomas Evans. Signed by James Blair, President of the Virginia Council.  Includes transcript.","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Deposition of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace versus Seth John Cuthbert in Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia regarding her claim for compensation for her daughter Catharine (Eustace) Blair Cuthbert's living expenses while she lived with her before marriage to Cuthbert.  Witnessed by George Wythe and Jerman Baker. Transcript included.","Deposition of John Blair in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustice [Eustace] versus Seth John Cuthbert in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia, in which Blair discusses the lawsuit of Catherine [Eustace] Blair [Cuthbert, widow of James Blair] versus John Blair in the Chancery Court of James City, Virginia which concerned her dower right.","Deposition sighed by John Blair concerning a case involving his deceased brother's, John Blair, estate, in which his brother's widow's second husband, Seth J. Cuthbert, is the defendant.","John Blair, Williamsburg, VA to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer of the United States, Philadelphia, PA.  Requests payment of $166.00 \"and two-thirds of a dollar\" to Robert Greenhow, charging against his salary.  On verso, from Robert Greenhow, Williamsburg, orgering payment to JOhn Barnes with Barnes' receipt, dated 1792 September 12.","Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.","A page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\"","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Georgia. Superior Court. 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(Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert) which concerned the estate of his brother, James Blair (1741-1772); deposition, November 24, 1786, of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert; and letter, 1792, of John Blair to Samuel Meredith concerning payment to Robert Greenhow.  A page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\"  Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMedium Oversize Folder contains: Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, VA, to Thomas Evans. 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(Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert) which concerned the estate of his brother, James Blair (1741-1772); deposition, November 24, 1786, of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert; and letter, 1792, of John Blair to Samuel Meredith concerning payment to Robert Greenhow.  A page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\"  Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.","Medium Oversize Folder contains: Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, VA, to Thomas Evans. Signed by James Blair, President of Council and Commander and Chief of Colony and Dominion at Williamsburgh[sic] July 6, 1740. Transcript included. ","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, Virginia to Thomas Evans. Signed by James Blair, President of the Virginia Council.  Includes transcript.","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Deposition of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace versus Seth John Cuthbert in Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia regarding her claim for compensation for her daughter Catharine (Eustace) Blair Cuthbert's living expenses while she lived with her before marriage to Cuthbert.  Witnessed by George Wythe and Jerman Baker. Transcript included.","Deposition of John Blair in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustice [Eustace] versus Seth John Cuthbert in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia, in which Blair discusses the lawsuit of Catherine [Eustace] Blair [Cuthbert, widow of James Blair] versus John Blair in the Chancery Court of James City, Virginia which concerned her dower right.","Deposition sighed by John Blair concerning a case involving his deceased brother's, John Blair, estate, in which his brother's widow's second husband, Seth J. Cuthbert, is the defendant.","John Blair, Williamsburg, VA to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer of the United States, Philadelphia, PA.  Requests payment of $166.00 \"and two-thirds of a dollar\" to Robert Greenhow, charging against his salary.  On verso, from Robert Greenhow, Williamsburg, orgering payment to JOhn Barnes with Barnes' receipt, dated 1792 September 12.","Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  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Includes land grant, 1741, signed by James Blair (1655-1743); document, 1768, signed by John Blair (1689-1771) concerning Loudoun County, Va. justices of the peace; depositions, 1787 and n.d., of John Blair (1732-1800) concerning a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Ga. 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Signed by James Blair, President of Council and Commander and Chief of Colony and Dominion at Williamsburgh[sic] July 6, 1740. Transcript included. ","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, Virginia to Thomas Evans. Signed by James Blair, President of the Virginia Council.  Includes transcript.","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Deposition of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace versus Seth John Cuthbert in Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia regarding her claim for compensation for her daughter Catharine (Eustace) Blair Cuthbert's living expenses while she lived with her before marriage to Cuthbert.  Witnessed by George Wythe and Jerman Baker. Transcript included.","Deposition of John Blair in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustice [Eustace] versus Seth John Cuthbert in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia, in which Blair discusses the lawsuit of Catherine [Eustace] Blair [Cuthbert, widow of James Blair] versus John Blair in the Chancery Court of James City, Virginia which concerned her dower right.","Deposition sighed by John Blair concerning a case involving his deceased brother's, John Blair, estate, in which his brother's widow's second husband, Seth J. Cuthbert, is the defendant.","John Blair, Williamsburg, VA to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer of the United States, Philadelphia, PA.  Requests payment of $166.00 \"and two-thirds of a dollar\" to Robert Greenhow, charging against his salary.  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Includes land grant, 1741, signed by James Blair (1655-1743); document, 1768, signed by John Blair (1689-1771) concerning Loudoun County, Va. justices of the peace; depositions, 1787 and n.d., of John Blair (1732-1800) concerning a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Ga. (Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert) which concerned the estate of his brother, James Blair (1741-1772); deposition, November 24, 1786, of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert; and letter, 1792, of John Blair to Samuel Meredith concerning payment to Robert Greenhow.  A page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\"  Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMedium Oversize Folder contains: Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, VA, to Thomas Evans. 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Includes transcript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace versus Seth John Cuthbert in Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia regarding her claim for compensation for her daughter Catharine (Eustace) Blair Cuthbert's living expenses while she lived with her before marriage to Cuthbert.  Witnessed by George Wythe and Jerman Baker. Transcript included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition of John Blair in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustice [Eustace] versus Seth John Cuthbert in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia, in which Blair discusses the lawsuit of Catherine [Eustace] Blair [Cuthbert, widow of James Blair] versus John Blair in the Chancery Court of James City, Virginia which concerned her dower right.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition sighed by John Blair concerning a case involving his deceased brother's, John Blair, estate, in which his brother's widow's second husband, Seth J. Cuthbert, is the defendant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Blair, Williamsburg, VA to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer of the United States, Philadelphia, PA.  Requests payment of $166.00 \"and two-thirds of a dollar\" to Robert Greenhow, charging against his salary.  On verso, from Robert Greenhow, Williamsburg, orgering payment to JOhn Barnes with Barnes' receipt, dated 1792 September 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\"\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["An artificial collections of papers concerning the Blair family of Williamsburg. Includes land grant, 1741, signed by James Blair (1655-1743); document, 1768, signed by John Blair (1689-1771) concerning Loudoun County, Va. justices of the peace; depositions, 1787 and n.d., of John Blair (1732-1800) concerning a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Ga. (Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert) which concerned the estate of his brother, James Blair (1741-1772); deposition, November 24, 1786, of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace vs. Seth John Cuthbert; and letter, 1792, of John Blair to Samuel Meredith concerning payment to Robert Greenhow.  A page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\"  Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.","Medium Oversize Folder contains: Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, VA, to Thomas Evans. Signed by James Blair, President of Council and Commander and Chief of Colony and Dominion at Williamsburgh[sic] July 6, 1740. Transcript included. ","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Grant for 400 acres of land in Goochland County, Virginia to Thomas Evans. Signed by James Blair, President of the Virginia Council.  Includes transcript.","Document signed by John Blair as President of the Council, authorizing the following Justices of the Peace of Loudoun County,VA, to administer oaths: Francis Lightfoot Lee, James Hamilton, Nicholas Minor, Josias Clapham, George West, Francis Peyton, John McElhaney [sic], [McIlhaney], James Lane, Craven Peyton, Philip Noland, William Carr Lane, Leven Powell, John Minor, WIlliam Douglass, Thomas Lewis, Simon Triplet, Stephen Donaldson, WIlliam Smith, George Summers, Fleming Patterson, Elijah Chinn. S.","Deposition of Patrick Henry in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustace versus Seth John Cuthbert in Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia regarding her claim for compensation for her daughter Catharine (Eustace) Blair Cuthbert's living expenses while she lived with her before marriage to Cuthbert.  Witnessed by George Wythe and Jerman Baker. Transcript included.","Deposition of John Blair in the lawsuit of Margaret Eustice [Eustace] versus Seth John Cuthbert in the Superior Court of Chatham County, Georgia, in which Blair discusses the lawsuit of Catherine [Eustace] Blair [Cuthbert, widow of James Blair] versus John Blair in the Chancery Court of James City, Virginia which concerned her dower right.","Deposition sighed by John Blair concerning a case involving his deceased brother's, John Blair, estate, in which his brother's widow's second husband, Seth J. Cuthbert, is the defendant.","John Blair, Williamsburg, VA to Samuel Meredith, Treasurer of the United States, Philadelphia, PA.  Requests payment of $166.00 \"and two-thirds of a dollar\" to Robert Greenhow, charging against his salary.  On verso, from Robert Greenhow, Williamsburg, orgering payment to JOhn Barnes with Barnes' receipt, dated 1792 September 12.","Commission from John Blair, Esqr President and Commander in Cheif (Chief) of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, to Richard Dobson giving him permission to \"enlist men for his Majestys Service for the Regiment forthwith to be raised and to be under the Command of the Honble William Byrd, Esqr...\"  Dated April 15, 1758 and signed by John Blair.  Written during John Blair's first term as Acting Governor.","A page from a book with a drawing of John Blair and the caption, \"First Grand Master of Masons of Virginia.\""],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Georgia. Superior Court. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Leven Powell was born near Manassas, Prince William Co., Va. in 1737. He moved to Loudoun County in 1763 and served as major in the Revolutionary Army. Appointed lieutenant-colonel of the Sixteenth Regiment in Continental Line in 1777, he served in Virginia House of Delegates and as a delegate to Virginia Convention which ratified the U. S. Constitution in 1788. He was elected as a Federalist to Congress. Powell died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa.","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents. Leven Powell Papers, 1774-1810, in Swem Library's microforms area, 2 reels, call number E263 .V8 P68","Fully processed by Phillip Nicholas in Oct. 2014.","This collection is largely comprised of the correspondence of Leven Powell, who served in American Revolutionary War as well as the Virginia House of Delegates, and the U. S. House of Representatives.","The letters reflect military and civilian events in Virginia during the Revolutionary war, United States and Virginia politics, and foreign relations in the early national period. The collection also includes financial records concerning the Revolutionary War and Loudoun County, Va.","A major subject of the correspondence is the Amercan Revolution, with reference to the Battle of Great Bridge (1775), other battles and campaigns, a copy of resolutions passed by freeholders of Loudoun County opposing the oppressive British legislation and establishing a boycott of all East India products, and a letter written from College Camp [Williamsburg, Va.] (1776). Other subjects include Aaron Burr, John Connolly, Lord Dunmore, Thomas McKean and John Taylor of Caroline, Native Americans, the presidential election of 1800, the Alien and Sedition Acts, orphans, Kentucky, the XYZ Affair, and slavery.","Resolutions passed by the free-holders of Loudoun County, Virginia, opposing the oppressive legislation by Great Britain, and establishing a boycott of all East India products.","Gives details of a peace meeting in Pittsburg [sic], Pa., held between the members of the colony of Va. and Indian commanders, including four or five hundred Indians from different tribes, including the Shawnee and the Delaware; all seem to want to establish a lasting peace, even though John Connolly, along with Governor Dunmore, have tried to put a stop to it.","Scope and Contents Gives details of a battle with Gov. Dunmore's troops at Great Bridge, Va.; thanks her for her gift of venison.","Scope and Contents Describes arrivals of battalions, half to Hampton and half to guard Williamsburg, though he feels there is \"hardly anything worth our notice\" in protecting Williamsburg; mention of Gov. Dunmore's troops and of talk of his being drunk and \"mad\" since his defeat at Great Bridge; discussion of his appointment to the Convention being doubtful; describes the firing of \"cannons about Norfolk.\"","Scope and Contents Tells of a brig from Antigua coming to Hampton Roads, the cargo of which did not amount to much— however, he is sending a dozen sweet oranges that he procured; explains that cannons were being fired in Norfolk to cover the landing of the enemy \"in order to set fire to some of the houses that had before escaped flames\"; the river is so full of brigs that \"a vessel can scarcely pass.\"","Scope and Contents Discussion of family matters at home, including the loss of Nan's baby, bills of exchange left by Mr. Keys, and of the children being sick; prediction of an attack being made near Alexandria, Va. soon; describes having tea with Lord Dunmore, General Henry Clinton, Commodore Andrew Snape Hammond sic Hamond, and Richard Corbin on board the warship Roebuck during a truce, and difficulty traveling.","Scope and Contents Informs her of a business transaction between himself and Mr. Campbell, as well as the departure of General Henry Clinton and the resignation of Col. Patrick Henry.","Scope and Contents Description of \"his Lordship\" Gov. Dunmore retreating to Gwinn's Island, as well as Dunmore recruiting many for his \"Black Regiment\"; other war news, including a brief account concerning the Carolinas; other talk about the present Convention and its being represented by a \"Confounded Set of Economists.\"","Not much happening around Williamsburg; 3,000 troops arrived at Cape Fear, N.C., as well as several ships, including the Nautilus, the Collins, and the Fowey; gives news of the 8th Regt., battalions of Southern Minute Men, and General Lee, Brigadier Howe, and D.A.G. Bullet; other troop movement details, including General Howe embarking for Quebec.","Scope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.","Scope and Contents Gives details of military action in North Carolina and the Va. peninsula as well as the rumor that General Henry Clinton was killed when his transports were driven ashore in a storm; has heard that Congress declared independence publicly the first of the month and that a member of the Annapolis Convention had visited the courts of Spain and France to gain assurances of an alliance being formed..","Troops are ill and reinforcements needed badly or \"we shall not have it in time to prevent the destruction of American affairs,\" since \"the Enemy\" has been strongly reinforced; more military news, including talk of General Washington and his depleted troops, and his dependence on the \"stupidity and baseness of New England politicians,\" referring to Washington having to wait for reinforcements...","Oversize Folder in Oversize Box - see SCRC for assistance.","Scope and Contents Received the 19 barrels of flour sent and quotes current prices in Alexandria, Va.; has had the carpenters working on the vessel continuously, but the freezing weather is slowing progress; describes Washington's battle with the Hessians at Trenton, N.J., the day after Christmas and thus the defeat of General Howe, as well as Washington's great power among the 13 colonies; requests...","Discussion of orphaned children, who will care for them first, and the building of a school for them.","Scope and Contents Transportation of cloth and tailors, as well as 17 lbs. of flour; military action detailed, including that of Cornwallis' Army, and a traitor, Col. Buckner, with General Washington's troops, who was tried and condemned to be shot; 300 to 400 slaves were taken from Gloucester, Lancaster, and Northumberland counties, Va. by ships in the Bay, which indicates that the British plan...","Scope and Contents American army now equal to British, and they are holding their own; General Putnam's division surrounded a British outpost and took 69 prisoners; 2 British and 4 Hessian deserters joined them.","Scope and Contents Is sending the bearer of the letter to Dumfries for a uniform in order to keep him away from the other troops because he has had smallpox; hopes that men in uniform will help the recruiting process, which is not going very well; one new recruit lost two fingers from his left hand and wants to be discharged; doesn't want to travel too far to recruit in case he brings smallpox home, since his wife is \"under inoculation\"","War news of Delaware and New York, including talk of Gen. Scott's and Gen. Washington's troops.","Will be glad to take Capt. Butler's men, provided he resigns; certain officers have ruined the recruiting service by offering $30 a man.","Has hired two prisoners to become weavers for neighbors.","Scope and Contents Gives a detailed account of the British attack upon the American fort at the Cheveux de Friese, at Fort Mifflin, Pa., at which the enemy was repulsed at three different times, the end result being their retreating from Philadelphia; talk of General Gates' army being at a disadvantage, though the Americans could do with 10,000 more men; General Clinton..","Description of the campsite near the North River, with mountains surrounding; rumors of the enemy moving to Boston or some of the West India Islands; encloses a dollar for his sister, \"Miss Linton.\"","Scope and Contents Hopes his LP quarantine at the \"Mohongahaly\" has been lifted; rumor that Charlestown has surrendered to the British after \"spirited resistance\"; an Irish ship had just arrived, confirming the account of Irish association for free trade or independence, with about 50,000 men enlisted to support their cause, under the command of the Duke of Leinster and Lord Shannon; several officers were taken at a \"cock fight\"","Asks to borrow a few volumes of his Universal Histories in order to fill the gaps of Rollin's R. History, which relate to Greece and Carthage, and are lost.","Financial settlement with the state? discussion; the acts of the Va. House of Delegates session did not answer the expectations of their constituents, nor has a definitive treaty arrived; the first act passed was to open American ports to British vessels; other acts included suspending taxes until the 10th of November and disqualifying members of Congress from holding seats in either house...","Since last correspondence, more Indian tribes have arrived in peace, and they have brought prisoners with them; three murders have occurred by the Indians, one of the victims being Capt. James Shelby; horses have been stolen from Astill's station, supposedly by the Chickamaugas; surveying is continuing slowly, and in Jefferson Co.?, 400 acres have been apportioned for settlers; ...","Giving military divisions of Lincoln Co., as well as geographical divisions of Lincoln and Jefferson counties; area gossip, including the news of Ned Quirk running away with his sister-in-law; no deaths or marriages recently, as well as no trouble with Indians in Fayette Co.","Scope and Contents Is sending 11 copies of the \"acts of October 1782\"; agrees with the idea of laws being passed with respect to the size of the county; discussion of the Va. Citizen Bill, and some delegates' fight to allow all Tories and refugees of Nova. Scotia admittance—however, they were defeated, and the bill which passed will not allow anyone who has ever \"borne arms against us... inhabitants of America, in 1775 or at any time..\"","Scope and Contents Encloses the only published version of the Revenue Law; the bill allowing hemp and flour to be receivable for taxes passed; election of sheriffs; more laws will be printed and delivered further.","Scope and Contents Capt. Rust has left for Fauquier Co., Va.; has built a house, except for the chimney, because the river has been over the quarry; \"Savages\" have murdered dozens, including Walker Daniel, an Attorney General and the only other lawyer in the county besides himself. Includes typescript.","Gives a detailed account of his month-long journey westward with his family and others, especially traveling on the Monongahela River to Fort Pitt and further; Indians were unfavorable; the families fared well, and the wives \"prove the greatest of Heroines\"; hope to arrive in Ky. soon; is sending a Valuable horse in order for a \"Negro woman\" he left behind to be sent out as soon as possible.","Scope and Contents Compares John Taylor of Caroline to a mad dog foaming at the mouth, referring to his (John Taylor's) advocacy of states' and individual rights and the decentralization of the Federal government; goes on to state his strong belief in the Federal government and cites the Constitution to support his argument; asks for the date when Thomas Jefferson was elected Governor of Va. in 1779 and 1780, and...","Gives details of a session of Congress, including a joint session, a visit and speech by the President John Adams, the election of Mr. Theodore Sedgwick as Speaker of the House, and the continuance of the old Clerk Jonathan Condy for the session.","Scope and Contents Mention of the President's speech and the dislike by some of \"that part of it which spoke of the Mission to France\"; his own opinion is that of agreement that it was right to send the envoys to France, since the French had made the first advance to settle the differences between them; tells of news about \"British depredations on our Commerce\"; a committee has been appointed to draft a bill on bankruptcy. Includes a copy.","Scope and Contents Comments on Congress and its character at the present session; mention of the Dutch Germans? being in opposition to the centrality of the federal government?, and Virginia hoping to set other states against the \"general government\"; has not found out yet about militia laws in all of the states with regard to Quakers, but does know that in Rhode Island, they pay $2.00/yr. for exemption... Also including ANS from Leven Powell, Philadelphia, Pa., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Va., 17 December 1799, reporting the death of \"the great and good\" George Washington, and the rumor from France that the Duke of York and his Army are prisoners of war.","Gives news about the ceremonies surrounding the death of George Washington, including an oration to be given on the 26th by General Henry Lee; tells of wheat and flour shortages in England, which should help their crop prices; description of split amongst Virginia representatives about the proposal of a general election for electors, and that the state could end up with no law regarding...","Mr. John Nicholas proposed a resolution to disband the last 12 regiments of troops raised, due to the expense; hopes that Congress will not adopt the measure, or else it might have an adverse effect on negotiations with France; he does not trust France, based on her past conduct, and feels America should not let her defenses down; further discussion of France and the XYZ affair...","Discussion of an upcoming local election, including his opinion of an opponent from the \"anti-party,\" Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and what influence the people in surrounding areas such as Centreville will have; the Congress has been debating over a proposed amendment to a bill proposed by Mr. John Nicholas which prohibits \"commercial intercourse\" with France—discusses effects thereof...","Concern over time he spent in the Continental Army and a claim being made over a pension?; wishes Col. Leven Powell be shown the letter also.","Discussion of debates regarding Jonathan Robbins really Thomas Nash; Congress is considering an amendment of the Judiciary System Bill, which greatly alarms the opposition; Virginia continues to oppose the \"General Government,\" and has forbid any person holding a state office to hold a federal government position also—the same may soon apply to her courts; details of William Duane...","Tells of his travel experience on a survey expedition, including his horse becoming lame.","Dogmatic letter concerning the upcoming \"choosing of electors\"; adamant opinion about the federal government losing its power to \"post-boys and lacquies,\" thus, not needing the \"Washington's and Adams... and their virtues or talents\" any longer; finds the mode of election \"disgusting\" and hopes the people of Va. turn out to show the other states that \"there are some yet who love and revere Washington...","Personal business matters; discussion of the beef he raised and the good reputation derived from it; the French treaty is before the Senate, and he believes that \"they do not know what to do with it\"; feels that the stipulation of returning armed ships to their respective countries is degrading to the United States...","Compares characteristic qualities of the two men running for President, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr; as far as moral principles, both men are equal, but in considering talents \"with a mind fearless of the bold, . . -. Burr has greatly the superiority\"; however, he may cast no vote at all, as \"I feel a repugnancy in voting for a man…unfit for the office\"; personal business.","Farm discussion, including beef prices, the threshing and distribution of clover seed, and amounts of corn coming in from tenants; tells of several days of debates in Congress over whether or not to continue the Sedition Law; doubts that it will pass, even though he voted wholeheartedly for it because he was \"sure that my constituents were not afraid of a law which went to punish...","Tells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct \"in his official duties, as well as Attentive\"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.","Has gotten the public opinion of Loudoun Co. concerning the upcoming presidential election, as was requested; all prefer Jefferson over Burr except a few, who fear that Jefferson will do away with the U.S. Navy, as well as be dictated to by violent men, since his character is \"deficient in firmness\"; however, the alternative is also \"dreadful,\" because of Burr's suspicious character, which should not be linked...","Is sorry to report that very few of all the people he polled knew anything about either of the two presidential candidates, or had no opinion at all, and wish for him to vote as he thinks best; gives his opinion, which is to vote for Jefferson, although his beliefs are contrary to theirs—Jefferson is more experienced, and more pure in moral character; the U.S. Navy will suffer...","Lengthy discussion of the Congressional voting for President, with his prediction that Jefferson will be elected tomorrow; does feel, however, that Jefferson's supporters had to make several concessions in order to win more votes, particularly with respect to the U.S. neutrality situation and the navy; discussion of farm business and clover seed.","Is curious as to the selection of the President and gives his support to Aaron Burr; feels that Jefferson has become committed to \"dangerous doctrine\" and would govern only by narrow views, not general principles; on the local scene, constituents are opposed to his (LP) voting in favor of the continuation of the Sedition Laws, and the rumor of his LP being in favor of monarchy...","Family news; farm and weather reports; his last report about hostilities between France and England was premature, because the newspapers are only mentioning action now; warns of possible attacks by Indians while traveling if carrying large sums of money.","Details of a financial case of his with the French government.","Has sent Cuthbert Powell two barrels of red clover seed and will send him the bill of lading; compares the United States to a ship, which will need a more experienced \"pilot\" if the political horizon becomes clouded.","Family financial matter discussion involving Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., Mr. Turner, and Burr Powell; miscellaneous Fairfax Court case decisions; farm business regarding cattle.","A letter from Major David Holmes states that he is in agreement with him concerning a new form of revenue for the county Treasury involving muster fines for local roads around the county and surrounding areas.","Gives his opinion of Doctor Peake's proposition concerning the construction of certain state roads, including financial and legal aspects; personal financial affairs involving the purchasing of land; comment on a congressional decision involving the division of the District of Columbia? and banking policies dealing with agricultural and mercantile capital.","Is pleased that Major David Holmes was appointed as a judge, but is afraid he will be greatly missed in the house of Representatives, particularly with respect to his support of their road; road construction discussion; comment on militia laws.","Defends his vote against Jefferson for President, stating that Jefferson's administration has brought great injuries to the U.S. and they are \"the very reason why we are in our present situation\"; muster fines collections discussion.","Business matter involving Thomas Middleton and Thomas Wilson, and papers which need to be prepared by Leven or Burr Powell in order to accompany them to England.","Discusses problems of the camp including lack of arms and inexperienced officers; removal of type and a journeyman from the Norfolk printer by Dunmore; Capt. Dandridge is meeting with the Committee of Safety on protecting communication up the rivers from Norfolk; arrival of Col. Patrick Henry.","Are under arms because of firing at the James River and Lord Dunmore's \"resolution ... of being at the Palace today\"; would face Dunmore's 250 effective men with 400 who are \"undisciplined, ill-armed but resolute\"; feared the actions of the local inhabitants might have hindered them in case of attack; expects 150 barrels of powder brought by ship to Surry; shortage of good guns.","Describes that day's battle at Great Bridge; discusses casualties and weapons captured.","Just returned form duty in Norfolk; Dunmore is rumored to be planning to go to North Carolina; describes a recent skirmish in Norfolk; rumors of smallpox on Dunmore's ships; will march to Williamsburg shortly; explains his refusal to accept a continental commission.","Discusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to \"visit their friends\"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.","Brig of Highlanders taken by Capt. Barron and marching from Jamestown to Williamsburg; reports troop movements; discusses proposed form of government for Va., and election of members of Congress; Capt. Jones of Dinwiddie County just cashiered for cowardice.","See Box I, Folder 1 for the original.","Copies, in English, of Sallust's sketch and comparison of the characters of Cesarsic and Cato; Cesar's (sic) speech in the Roman Senate to give the death penalty to Cataline conspirators; and Cato's reply to the preceding speech.","Copy of a description of the death of General. Albert Sidney Johnston on April 6, 1862 at the battle of Shiloh.","Before publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library. Use of collection via microfilm only.","Special Collections Research Center","Powell, Leven, 1737-1810","Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836","Connolly, John, 1750?-1813","Dunmore, John Murray, Earl of, 1732-1809","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","McKean, Thomas, 1734-1817","Taylor, John, 1753-1824","English"],"unitid_tesim":["Mss. 65 P87","/repositories/2/resources/996"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Leven Powell papers"],"collection_title_tesim":["Leven Powell papers"],"collection_ssim":["Leven Powell papers"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"geogname_ssm":["Williamsburg (Va.)--History--18th century","Williamsburg (Va.)--History--Revolution, 1775-1783"],"geogname_ssim":["Williamsburg (Va.)--History--18th century","Williamsburg (Va.)--History--Revolution, 1775-1783"],"creator_ssm":["Powell, Leven, 1737-1810"],"creator_ssim":["Powell, Leven, 1737-1810"],"creator_persname_ssim":["Powell, Leven, 1737-1810"],"creators_ssim":["Powell, Leven, 1737-1810"],"places_ssim":["Williamsburg (Va.)--History--18th century","Williamsburg (Va.)--History--Revolution, 1775-1783"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access:"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLeven Powell was born near Manassas, Prince William Co., Va. in 1737. He moved to Loudoun County in 1763 and served as major in the Revolutionary Army. Appointed lieutenant-colonel of the Sixteenth Regiment in Continental Line in 1777, he served in Virginia House of Delegates and as a delegate to Virginia Convention which ratified the U. S. Constitution in 1788. He was elected as a Federalist to Congress. Powell died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical Information:"],"bioghist_tesim":["Leven Powell was born near Manassas, Prince William Co., Va. in 1737. He moved to Loudoun County in 1763 and served as major in the Revolutionary Army. Appointed lieutenant-colonel of the Sixteenth Regiment in Continental Line in 1777, he served in Virginia House of Delegates and as a delegate to Virginia Convention which ratified the U. S. Constitution in 1788. He was elected as a Federalist to Congress. Powell died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa."],"phystech_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eWhen available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents. Leven Powell Papers, 1774-1810, in Swem Library's microforms area, 2 reels, call number E263 .V8 P68\u003c/p\u003e"],"phystech_heading_ssm":["Physical Characteristics or Technical Requirements:"],"phystech_tesim":["When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents. Leven Powell Papers, 1774-1810, in Swem Library's microforms area, 2 reels, call number E263 .V8 P68"],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLeven Powell papers, Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026amp; Mary Libraries.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Leven Powell papers, Special Collections Research Center, William \u0026 Mary Libraries."],"processinfo_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eFully processed by Phillip Nicholas in Oct. 2014.\u003c/p\u003e"],"processinfo_heading_ssm":["Processing Information:"],"processinfo_tesim":["Fully processed by Phillip Nicholas in Oct. 2014."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection is largely comprised of the correspondence of Leven Powell, who served in American Revolutionary War as well as the Virginia House of Delegates, and the U. S. House of Representatives.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe letters reflect military and civilian events in Virginia during the Revolutionary war, United States and Virginia politics, and foreign relations in the early national period. The collection also includes financial records concerning the Revolutionary War and Loudoun County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA major subject of the correspondence is the Amercan Revolution, with reference to the Battle of Great Bridge (1775), other battles and campaigns, a copy of resolutions passed by freeholders of Loudoun County opposing the oppressive British legislation and establishing a boycott of all East India products, and a letter written from College Camp [Williamsburg, Va.] (1776). Other subjects include Aaron Burr, John Connolly, Lord Dunmore, Thomas McKean and John Taylor of Caroline, Native Americans, the presidential election of 1800, the Alien and Sedition Acts, orphans, Kentucky, the XYZ Affair, and slavery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions passed by the free-holders of Loudoun County, Virginia, opposing the oppressive legislation by Great Britain, and establishing a boycott of all East India products.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of a peace meeting in Pittsburg [sic], Pa., held between the members of the colony of Va. and Indian commanders, including four or five hundred Indians from different tribes, including the Shawnee and the Delaware; all seem to want to establish a lasting peace, even though John Connolly, along with Governor Dunmore, have tried to put a stop to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives details of a battle with Gov. Dunmore's troops at Great Bridge, Va.; thanks her for her gift of venison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes arrivals of battalions, half to Hampton and half to guard Williamsburg, though he feels there is \"hardly anything worth our notice\" in protecting Williamsburg; mention of Gov. Dunmore's troops and of talk of his being drunk and \"mad\" since his defeat at Great Bridge; discussion of his appointment to the Convention being doubtful; describes the firing of \"cannons about Norfolk.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells of a brig from Antigua coming to Hampton Roads, the cargo of which did not amount to much— however, he is sending a dozen sweet oranges that he procured; explains that cannons were being fired in Norfolk to cover the landing of the enemy \"in order to set fire to some of the houses that had before escaped flames\"; the river is so full of brigs that \"a vessel can scarcely pass.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discussion of family matters at home, including the loss of Nan's baby, bills of exchange left by Mr. Keys, and of the children being sick; prediction of an attack being made near Alexandria, Va. soon; describes having tea with Lord Dunmore, General Henry Clinton, Commodore Andrew Snape Hammond sic Hamond, and Richard Corbin on board the warship Roebuck during a truce, and difficulty traveling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Informs her of a business transaction between himself and Mr. Campbell, as well as the departure of General Henry Clinton and the resignation of Col. Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Description of \"his Lordship\" Gov. Dunmore retreating to Gwinn's Island, as well as Dunmore recruiting many for his \"Black Regiment\"; other war news, including a brief account concerning the Carolinas; other talk about the present Convention and its being represented by a \"Confounded Set of Economists.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot much happening around Williamsburg; 3,000 troops arrived at Cape Fear, N.C., as well as several ships, including the Nautilus, the Collins, and the Fowey; gives news of the 8th Regt., battalions of Southern Minute Men, and General Lee, Brigadier Howe, and D.A.G. Bullet; other troop movement details, including General Howe embarking for Quebec.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives details of military action in North Carolina and the Va. peninsula as well as the rumor that General Henry Clinton was killed when his transports were driven ashore in a storm; has heard that Congress declared independence publicly the first of the month and that a member of the Annapolis Convention had visited the courts of Spain and France to gain assurances of an alliance being formed..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTroops are ill and reinforcements needed badly or \"we shall not have it in time to prevent the destruction of American affairs,\" since \"the Enemy\" has been strongly reinforced; more military news, including talk of General Washington and his depleted troops, and his dependence on the \"stupidity and baseness of New England politicians,\" referring to Washington having to wait for reinforcements...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOversize Folder in Oversize Box - see SCRC for assistance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Received the 19 barrels of flour sent and quotes current prices in Alexandria, Va.; has had the carpenters working on the vessel continuously, but the freezing weather is slowing progress; describes Washington's battle with the Hessians at Trenton, N.J., the day after Christmas and thus the defeat of General Howe, as well as Washington's great power among the 13 colonies; requests...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of orphaned children, who will care for them first, and the building of a school for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Transportation of cloth and tailors, as well as 17 lbs. of flour; military action detailed, including that of Cornwallis' Army, and a traitor, Col. Buckner, with General Washington's troops, who was tried and condemned to be shot; 300 to 400 slaves were taken from Gloucester, Lancaster, and Northumberland counties, Va. by ships in the Bay, which indicates that the British plan...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents American army now equal to British, and they are holding their own; General Putnam's division surrounded a British outpost and took 69 prisoners; 2 British and 4 Hessian deserters joined them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Is sending the bearer of the letter to Dumfries for a uniform in order to keep him away from the other troops because he has had smallpox; hopes that men in uniform will help the recruiting process, which is not going very well; one new recruit lost two fingers from his left hand and wants to be discharged; doesn't want to travel too far to recruit in case he brings smallpox home, since his wife is \"under inoculation\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWar news of Delaware and New York, including talk of Gen. Scott's and Gen. Washington's troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be glad to take Capt. Butler's men, provided he resigns; certain officers have ruined the recruiting service by offering $30 a man.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas hired two prisoners to become weavers for neighbors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives a detailed account of the British attack upon the American fort at the Cheveux de Friese, at Fort Mifflin, Pa., at which the enemy was repulsed at three different times, the end result being their retreating from Philadelphia; talk of General Gates' army being at a disadvantage, though the Americans could do with 10,000 more men; General Clinton..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of the campsite near the North River, with mountains surrounding; rumors of the enemy moving to Boston or some of the West India Islands; encloses a dollar for his sister, \"Miss Linton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hopes his LP quarantine at the \"Mohongahaly\" has been lifted; rumor that Charlestown has surrendered to the British after \"spirited resistance\"; an Irish ship had just arrived, confirming the account of Irish association for free trade or independence, with about 50,000 men enlisted to support their cause, under the command of the Duke of Leinster and Lord Shannon; several officers were taken at a \"cock fight\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to borrow a few volumes of his Universal Histories in order to fill the gaps of Rollin's R. History, which relate to Greece and Carthage, and are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial settlement with the state? discussion; the acts of the Va. House of Delegates session did not answer the expectations of their constituents, nor has a definitive treaty arrived; the first act passed was to open American ports to British vessels; other acts included suspending taxes until the 10th of November and disqualifying members of Congress from holding seats in either house...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince last correspondence, more Indian tribes have arrived in peace, and they have brought prisoners with them; three murders have occurred by the Indians, one of the victims being Capt. James Shelby; horses have been stolen from Astill's station, supposedly by the Chickamaugas; surveying is continuing slowly, and in Jefferson Co.?, 400 acres have been apportioned for settlers; ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving military divisions of Lincoln Co., as well as geographical divisions of Lincoln and Jefferson counties; area gossip, including the news of Ned Quirk running away with his sister-in-law; no deaths or marriages recently, as well as no trouble with Indians in Fayette Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Is sending 11 copies of the \"acts of October 1782\"; agrees with the idea of laws being passed with respect to the size of the county; discussion of the Va. Citizen Bill, and some delegates' fight to allow all Tories and refugees of Nova. Scotia admittance—however, they were defeated, and the bill which passed will not allow anyone who has ever \"borne arms against us... inhabitants of America, in 1775 or at any time..\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Encloses the only published version of the Revenue Law; the bill allowing hemp and flour to be receivable for taxes passed; election of sheriffs; more laws will be printed and delivered further.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Capt. Rust has left for Fauquier Co., Va.; has built a house, except for the chimney, because the river has been over the quarry; \"Savages\" have murdered dozens, including Walker Daniel, an Attorney General and the only other lawyer in the county besides himself. Includes typescript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a detailed account of his month-long journey westward with his family and others, especially traveling on the Monongahela River to Fort Pitt and further; Indians were unfavorable; the families fared well, and the wives \"prove the greatest of Heroines\"; hope to arrive in Ky. soon; is sending a Valuable horse in order for a \"Negro woman\" he left behind to be sent out as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Compares John Taylor of Caroline to a mad dog foaming at the mouth, referring to his (John Taylor's) advocacy of states' and individual rights and the decentralization of the Federal government; goes on to state his strong belief in the Federal government and cites the Constitution to support his argument; asks for the date when Thomas Jefferson was elected Governor of Va. in 1779 and 1780, and...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of a session of Congress, including a joint session, a visit and speech by the President John Adams, the election of Mr. Theodore Sedgwick as Speaker of the House, and the continuance of the old Clerk Jonathan Condy for the session.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mention of the President's speech and the dislike by some of \"that part of it which spoke of the Mission to France\"; his own opinion is that of agreement that it was right to send the envoys to France, since the French had made the first advance to settle the differences between them; tells of news about \"British depredations on our Commerce\"; a committee has been appointed to draft a bill on bankruptcy. Includes a copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Comments on Congress and its character at the present session; mention of the Dutch Germans? being in opposition to the centrality of the federal government?, and Virginia hoping to set other states against the \"general government\"; has not found out yet about militia laws in all of the states with regard to Quakers, but does know that in Rhode Island, they pay $2.00/yr. for exemption... Also including ANS from Leven Powell, Philadelphia, Pa., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Va., 17 December 1799, reporting the death of \"the great and good\" George Washington, and the rumor from France that the Duke of York and his Army are prisoners of war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news about the ceremonies surrounding the death of George Washington, including an oration to be given on the 26th by General Henry Lee; tells of wheat and flour shortages in England, which should help their crop prices; description of split amongst Virginia representatives about the proposal of a general election for electors, and that the state could end up with no law regarding...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. John Nicholas proposed a resolution to disband the last 12 regiments of troops raised, due to the expense; hopes that Congress will not adopt the measure, or else it might have an adverse effect on negotiations with France; he does not trust France, based on her past conduct, and feels America should not let her defenses down; further discussion of France and the XYZ affair...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of an upcoming local election, including his opinion of an opponent from the \"anti-party,\" Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and what influence the people in surrounding areas such as Centreville will have; the Congress has been debating over a proposed amendment to a bill proposed by Mr. John Nicholas which prohibits \"commercial intercourse\" with France—discusses effects thereof...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over time he spent in the Continental Army and a claim being made over a pension?; wishes Col. Leven Powell be shown the letter also.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of debates regarding Jonathan Robbins really Thomas Nash; Congress is considering an amendment of the Judiciary System Bill, which greatly alarms the opposition; Virginia continues to oppose the \"General Government,\" and has forbid any person holding a state office to hold a federal government position also—the same may soon apply to her courts; details of William Duane...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his travel experience on a survey expedition, including his horse becoming lame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDogmatic letter concerning the upcoming \"choosing of electors\"; adamant opinion about the federal government losing its power to \"post-boys and lacquies,\" thus, not needing the \"Washington's and Adams... and their virtues or talents\" any longer; finds the mode of election \"disgusting\" and hopes the people of Va. turn out to show the other states that \"there are some yet who love and revere Washington...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePersonal business matters; discussion of the beef he raised and the good reputation derived from it; the French treaty is before the Senate, and he believes that \"they do not know what to do with it\"; feels that the stipulation of returning armed ships to their respective countries is degrading to the United States...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompares characteristic qualities of the two men running for President, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr; as far as moral principles, both men are equal, but in considering talents \"with a mind fearless of the bold, . . -. Burr has greatly the superiority\"; however, he may cast no vote at all, as \"I feel a repugnancy in voting for a man…unfit for the office\"; personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFarm discussion, including beef prices, the threshing and distribution of clover seed, and amounts of corn coming in from tenants; tells of several days of debates in Congress over whether or not to continue the Sedition Law; doubts that it will pass, even though he voted wholeheartedly for it because he was \"sure that my constituents were not afraid of a law which went to punish...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct \"in his official duties, as well as Attentive\"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas gotten the public opinion of Loudoun Co. concerning the upcoming presidential election, as was requested; all prefer Jefferson over Burr except a few, who fear that Jefferson will do away with the U.S. Navy, as well as be dictated to by violent men, since his character is \"deficient in firmness\"; however, the alternative is also \"dreadful,\" because of Burr's suspicious character, which should not be linked...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sorry to report that very few of all the people he polled knew anything about either of the two presidential candidates, or had no opinion at all, and wish for him to vote as he thinks best; gives his opinion, which is to vote for Jefferson, although his beliefs are contrary to theirs—Jefferson is more experienced, and more pure in moral character; the U.S. Navy will suffer...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLengthy discussion of the Congressional voting for President, with his prediction that Jefferson will be elected tomorrow; does feel, however, that Jefferson's supporters had to make several concessions in order to win more votes, particularly with respect to the U.S. neutrality situation and the navy; discussion of farm business and clover seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs curious as to the selection of the President and gives his support to Aaron Burr; feels that Jefferson has become committed to \"dangerous doctrine\" and would govern only by narrow views, not general principles; on the local scene, constituents are opposed to his (LP) voting in favor of the continuation of the Sedition Laws, and the rumor of his LP being in favor of monarchy...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; farm and weather reports; his last report about hostilities between France and England was premature, because the newspapers are only mentioning action now; warns of possible attacks by Indians while traveling if carrying large sums of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of a financial case of his with the French government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent Cuthbert Powell two barrels of red clover seed and will send him the bill of lading; compares the United States to a ship, which will need a more experienced \"pilot\" if the political horizon becomes clouded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily financial matter discussion involving Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., Mr. Turner, and Burr Powell; miscellaneous Fairfax Court case decisions; farm business regarding cattle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter from Major David Holmes states that he is in agreement with him concerning a new form of revenue for the county Treasury involving muster fines for local roads around the county and surrounding areas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his opinion of Doctor Peake's proposition concerning the construction of certain state roads, including financial and legal aspects; personal financial affairs involving the purchasing of land; comment on a congressional decision involving the division of the District of Columbia? and banking policies dealing with agricultural and mercantile capital.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs pleased that Major David Holmes was appointed as a judge, but is afraid he will be greatly missed in the house of Representatives, particularly with respect to his support of their road; road construction discussion; comment on militia laws.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends his vote against Jefferson for President, stating that Jefferson's administration has brought great injuries to the U.S. and they are \"the very reason why we are in our present situation\"; muster fines collections discussion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness matter involving Thomas Middleton and Thomas Wilson, and papers which need to be prepared by Leven or Burr Powell in order to accompany them to England.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses problems of the camp including lack of arms and inexperienced officers; removal of type and a journeyman from the Norfolk printer by Dunmore; Capt. Dandridge is meeting with the Committee of Safety on protecting communication up the rivers from Norfolk; arrival of Col. Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAre under arms because of firing at the James River and Lord Dunmore's \"resolution ... of being at the Palace today\"; would face Dunmore's 250 effective men with 400 who are \"undisciplined, ill-armed but resolute\"; feared the actions of the local inhabitants might have hindered them in case of attack; expects 150 barrels of powder brought by ship to Surry; shortage of good guns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes that day's battle at Great Bridge; discusses casualties and weapons captured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJust returned form duty in Norfolk; Dunmore is rumored to be planning to go to North Carolina; describes a recent skirmish in Norfolk; rumors of smallpox on Dunmore's ships; will march to Williamsburg shortly; explains his refusal to accept a continental commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to \"visit their friends\"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrig of Highlanders taken by Capt. Barron and marching from Jamestown to Williamsburg; reports troop movements; discusses proposed form of government for Va., and election of members of Congress; Capt. Jones of Dinwiddie County just cashiered for cowardice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Box I, Folder 1 for the original.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies, in English, of Sallust's sketch and comparison of the characters of Cesarsic and Cato; Cesar's (sic) speech in the Roman Senate to give the death penalty to Cataline conspirators; and Cato's reply to the preceding speech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a description of the death of General. Albert Sidney Johnston on April 6, 1862 at the battle of Shiloh.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["This collection is largely comprised of the correspondence of Leven Powell, who served in American Revolutionary War as well as the Virginia House of Delegates, and the U. S. House of Representatives.","The letters reflect military and civilian events in Virginia during the Revolutionary war, United States and Virginia politics, and foreign relations in the early national period. The collection also includes financial records concerning the Revolutionary War and Loudoun County, Va.","A major subject of the correspondence is the Amercan Revolution, with reference to the Battle of Great Bridge (1775), other battles and campaigns, a copy of resolutions passed by freeholders of Loudoun County opposing the oppressive British legislation and establishing a boycott of all East India products, and a letter written from College Camp [Williamsburg, Va.] (1776). Other subjects include Aaron Burr, John Connolly, Lord Dunmore, Thomas McKean and John Taylor of Caroline, Native Americans, the presidential election of 1800, the Alien and Sedition Acts, orphans, Kentucky, the XYZ Affair, and slavery.","Resolutions passed by the free-holders of Loudoun County, Virginia, opposing the oppressive legislation by Great Britain, and establishing a boycott of all East India products.","Gives details of a peace meeting in Pittsburg [sic], Pa., held between the members of the colony of Va. and Indian commanders, including four or five hundred Indians from different tribes, including the Shawnee and the Delaware; all seem to want to establish a lasting peace, even though John Connolly, along with Governor Dunmore, have tried to put a stop to it.","Scope and Contents Gives details of a battle with Gov. Dunmore's troops at Great Bridge, Va.; thanks her for her gift of venison.","Scope and Contents Describes arrivals of battalions, half to Hampton and half to guard Williamsburg, though he feels there is \"hardly anything worth our notice\" in protecting Williamsburg; mention of Gov. Dunmore's troops and of talk of his being drunk and \"mad\" since his defeat at Great Bridge; discussion of his appointment to the Convention being doubtful; describes the firing of \"cannons about Norfolk.\"","Scope and Contents Tells of a brig from Antigua coming to Hampton Roads, the cargo of which did not amount to much— however, he is sending a dozen sweet oranges that he procured; explains that cannons were being fired in Norfolk to cover the landing of the enemy \"in order to set fire to some of the houses that had before escaped flames\"; the river is so full of brigs that \"a vessel can scarcely pass.\"","Scope and Contents Discussion of family matters at home, including the loss of Nan's baby, bills of exchange left by Mr. Keys, and of the children being sick; prediction of an attack being made near Alexandria, Va. soon; describes having tea with Lord Dunmore, General Henry Clinton, Commodore Andrew Snape Hammond sic Hamond, and Richard Corbin on board the warship Roebuck during a truce, and difficulty traveling.","Scope and Contents Informs her of a business transaction between himself and Mr. Campbell, as well as the departure of General Henry Clinton and the resignation of Col. Patrick Henry.","Scope and Contents Description of \"his Lordship\" Gov. Dunmore retreating to Gwinn's Island, as well as Dunmore recruiting many for his \"Black Regiment\"; other war news, including a brief account concerning the Carolinas; other talk about the present Convention and its being represented by a \"Confounded Set of Economists.\"","Not much happening around Williamsburg; 3,000 troops arrived at Cape Fear, N.C., as well as several ships, including the Nautilus, the Collins, and the Fowey; gives news of the 8th Regt., battalions of Southern Minute Men, and General Lee, Brigadier Howe, and D.A.G. Bullet; other troop movement details, including General Howe embarking for Quebec.","Scope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.","Scope and Contents Gives details of military action in North Carolina and the Va. peninsula as well as the rumor that General Henry Clinton was killed when his transports were driven ashore in a storm; has heard that Congress declared independence publicly the first of the month and that a member of the Annapolis Convention had visited the courts of Spain and France to gain assurances of an alliance being formed..","Troops are ill and reinforcements needed badly or \"we shall not have it in time to prevent the destruction of American affairs,\" since \"the Enemy\" has been strongly reinforced; more military news, including talk of General Washington and his depleted troops, and his dependence on the \"stupidity and baseness of New England politicians,\" referring to Washington having to wait for reinforcements...","Oversize Folder in Oversize Box - see SCRC for assistance.","Scope and Contents Received the 19 barrels of flour sent and quotes current prices in Alexandria, Va.; has had the carpenters working on the vessel continuously, but the freezing weather is slowing progress; describes Washington's battle with the Hessians at Trenton, N.J., the day after Christmas and thus the defeat of General Howe, as well as Washington's great power among the 13 colonies; requests...","Discussion of orphaned children, who will care for them first, and the building of a school for them.","Scope and Contents Transportation of cloth and tailors, as well as 17 lbs. of flour; military action detailed, including that of Cornwallis' Army, and a traitor, Col. Buckner, with General Washington's troops, who was tried and condemned to be shot; 300 to 400 slaves were taken from Gloucester, Lancaster, and Northumberland counties, Va. by ships in the Bay, which indicates that the British plan...","Scope and Contents American army now equal to British, and they are holding their own; General Putnam's division surrounded a British outpost and took 69 prisoners; 2 British and 4 Hessian deserters joined them.","Scope and Contents Is sending the bearer of the letter to Dumfries for a uniform in order to keep him away from the other troops because he has had smallpox; hopes that men in uniform will help the recruiting process, which is not going very well; one new recruit lost two fingers from his left hand and wants to be discharged; doesn't want to travel too far to recruit in case he brings smallpox home, since his wife is \"under inoculation\"","War news of Delaware and New York, including talk of Gen. Scott's and Gen. Washington's troops.","Will be glad to take Capt. Butler's men, provided he resigns; certain officers have ruined the recruiting service by offering $30 a man.","Has hired two prisoners to become weavers for neighbors.","Scope and Contents Gives a detailed account of the British attack upon the American fort at the Cheveux de Friese, at Fort Mifflin, Pa., at which the enemy was repulsed at three different times, the end result being their retreating from Philadelphia; talk of General Gates' army being at a disadvantage, though the Americans could do with 10,000 more men; General Clinton..","Description of the campsite near the North River, with mountains surrounding; rumors of the enemy moving to Boston or some of the West India Islands; encloses a dollar for his sister, \"Miss Linton.\"","Scope and Contents Hopes his LP quarantine at the \"Mohongahaly\" has been lifted; rumor that Charlestown has surrendered to the British after \"spirited resistance\"; an Irish ship had just arrived, confirming the account of Irish association for free trade or independence, with about 50,000 men enlisted to support their cause, under the command of the Duke of Leinster and Lord Shannon; several officers were taken at a \"cock fight\"","Asks to borrow a few volumes of his Universal Histories in order to fill the gaps of Rollin's R. History, which relate to Greece and Carthage, and are lost.","Financial settlement with the state? discussion; the acts of the Va. House of Delegates session did not answer the expectations of their constituents, nor has a definitive treaty arrived; the first act passed was to open American ports to British vessels; other acts included suspending taxes until the 10th of November and disqualifying members of Congress from holding seats in either house...","Since last correspondence, more Indian tribes have arrived in peace, and they have brought prisoners with them; three murders have occurred by the Indians, one of the victims being Capt. James Shelby; horses have been stolen from Astill's station, supposedly by the Chickamaugas; surveying is continuing slowly, and in Jefferson Co.?, 400 acres have been apportioned for settlers; ...","Giving military divisions of Lincoln Co., as well as geographical divisions of Lincoln and Jefferson counties; area gossip, including the news of Ned Quirk running away with his sister-in-law; no deaths or marriages recently, as well as no trouble with Indians in Fayette Co.","Scope and Contents Is sending 11 copies of the \"acts of October 1782\"; agrees with the idea of laws being passed with respect to the size of the county; discussion of the Va. Citizen Bill, and some delegates' fight to allow all Tories and refugees of Nova. Scotia admittance—however, they were defeated, and the bill which passed will not allow anyone who has ever \"borne arms against us... inhabitants of America, in 1775 or at any time..\"","Scope and Contents Encloses the only published version of the Revenue Law; the bill allowing hemp and flour to be receivable for taxes passed; election of sheriffs; more laws will be printed and delivered further.","Scope and Contents Capt. Rust has left for Fauquier Co., Va.; has built a house, except for the chimney, because the river has been over the quarry; \"Savages\" have murdered dozens, including Walker Daniel, an Attorney General and the only other lawyer in the county besides himself. Includes typescript.","Gives a detailed account of his month-long journey westward with his family and others, especially traveling on the Monongahela River to Fort Pitt and further; Indians were unfavorable; the families fared well, and the wives \"prove the greatest of Heroines\"; hope to arrive in Ky. soon; is sending a Valuable horse in order for a \"Negro woman\" he left behind to be sent out as soon as possible.","Scope and Contents Compares John Taylor of Caroline to a mad dog foaming at the mouth, referring to his (John Taylor's) advocacy of states' and individual rights and the decentralization of the Federal government; goes on to state his strong belief in the Federal government and cites the Constitution to support his argument; asks for the date when Thomas Jefferson was elected Governor of Va. in 1779 and 1780, and...","Gives details of a session of Congress, including a joint session, a visit and speech by the President John Adams, the election of Mr. Theodore Sedgwick as Speaker of the House, and the continuance of the old Clerk Jonathan Condy for the session.","Scope and Contents Mention of the President's speech and the dislike by some of \"that part of it which spoke of the Mission to France\"; his own opinion is that of agreement that it was right to send the envoys to France, since the French had made the first advance to settle the differences between them; tells of news about \"British depredations on our Commerce\"; a committee has been appointed to draft a bill on bankruptcy. Includes a copy.","Scope and Contents Comments on Congress and its character at the present session; mention of the Dutch Germans? being in opposition to the centrality of the federal government?, and Virginia hoping to set other states against the \"general government\"; has not found out yet about militia laws in all of the states with regard to Quakers, but does know that in Rhode Island, they pay $2.00/yr. for exemption... Also including ANS from Leven Powell, Philadelphia, Pa., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Va., 17 December 1799, reporting the death of \"the great and good\" George Washington, and the rumor from France that the Duke of York and his Army are prisoners of war.","Gives news about the ceremonies surrounding the death of George Washington, including an oration to be given on the 26th by General Henry Lee; tells of wheat and flour shortages in England, which should help their crop prices; description of split amongst Virginia representatives about the proposal of a general election for electors, and that the state could end up with no law regarding...","Mr. John Nicholas proposed a resolution to disband the last 12 regiments of troops raised, due to the expense; hopes that Congress will not adopt the measure, or else it might have an adverse effect on negotiations with France; he does not trust France, based on her past conduct, and feels America should not let her defenses down; further discussion of France and the XYZ affair...","Discussion of an upcoming local election, including his opinion of an opponent from the \"anti-party,\" Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and what influence the people in surrounding areas such as Centreville will have; the Congress has been debating over a proposed amendment to a bill proposed by Mr. John Nicholas which prohibits \"commercial intercourse\" with France—discusses effects thereof...","Concern over time he spent in the Continental Army and a claim being made over a pension?; wishes Col. Leven Powell be shown the letter also.","Discussion of debates regarding Jonathan Robbins really Thomas Nash; Congress is considering an amendment of the Judiciary System Bill, which greatly alarms the opposition; Virginia continues to oppose the \"General Government,\" and has forbid any person holding a state office to hold a federal government position also—the same may soon apply to her courts; details of William Duane...","Tells of his travel experience on a survey expedition, including his horse becoming lame.","Dogmatic letter concerning the upcoming \"choosing of electors\"; adamant opinion about the federal government losing its power to \"post-boys and lacquies,\" thus, not needing the \"Washington's and Adams... and their virtues or talents\" any longer; finds the mode of election \"disgusting\" and hopes the people of Va. turn out to show the other states that \"there are some yet who love and revere Washington...","Personal business matters; discussion of the beef he raised and the good reputation derived from it; the French treaty is before the Senate, and he believes that \"they do not know what to do with it\"; feels that the stipulation of returning armed ships to their respective countries is degrading to the United States...","Compares characteristic qualities of the two men running for President, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr; as far as moral principles, both men are equal, but in considering talents \"with a mind fearless of the bold, . . -. Burr has greatly the superiority\"; however, he may cast no vote at all, as \"I feel a repugnancy in voting for a man…unfit for the office\"; personal business.","Farm discussion, including beef prices, the threshing and distribution of clover seed, and amounts of corn coming in from tenants; tells of several days of debates in Congress over whether or not to continue the Sedition Law; doubts that it will pass, even though he voted wholeheartedly for it because he was \"sure that my constituents were not afraid of a law which went to punish...","Tells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct \"in his official duties, as well as Attentive\"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.","Has gotten the public opinion of Loudoun Co. concerning the upcoming presidential election, as was requested; all prefer Jefferson over Burr except a few, who fear that Jefferson will do away with the U.S. Navy, as well as be dictated to by violent men, since his character is \"deficient in firmness\"; however, the alternative is also \"dreadful,\" because of Burr's suspicious character, which should not be linked...","Is sorry to report that very few of all the people he polled knew anything about either of the two presidential candidates, or had no opinion at all, and wish for him to vote as he thinks best; gives his opinion, which is to vote for Jefferson, although his beliefs are contrary to theirs—Jefferson is more experienced, and more pure in moral character; the U.S. Navy will suffer...","Lengthy discussion of the Congressional voting for President, with his prediction that Jefferson will be elected tomorrow; does feel, however, that Jefferson's supporters had to make several concessions in order to win more votes, particularly with respect to the U.S. neutrality situation and the navy; discussion of farm business and clover seed.","Is curious as to the selection of the President and gives his support to Aaron Burr; feels that Jefferson has become committed to \"dangerous doctrine\" and would govern only by narrow views, not general principles; on the local scene, constituents are opposed to his (LP) voting in favor of the continuation of the Sedition Laws, and the rumor of his LP being in favor of monarchy...","Family news; farm and weather reports; his last report about hostilities between France and England was premature, because the newspapers are only mentioning action now; warns of possible attacks by Indians while traveling if carrying large sums of money.","Details of a financial case of his with the French government.","Has sent Cuthbert Powell two barrels of red clover seed and will send him the bill of lading; compares the United States to a ship, which will need a more experienced \"pilot\" if the political horizon becomes clouded.","Family financial matter discussion involving Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., Mr. Turner, and Burr Powell; miscellaneous Fairfax Court case decisions; farm business regarding cattle.","A letter from Major David Holmes states that he is in agreement with him concerning a new form of revenue for the county Treasury involving muster fines for local roads around the county and surrounding areas.","Gives his opinion of Doctor Peake's proposition concerning the construction of certain state roads, including financial and legal aspects; personal financial affairs involving the purchasing of land; comment on a congressional decision involving the division of the District of Columbia? and banking policies dealing with agricultural and mercantile capital.","Is pleased that Major David Holmes was appointed as a judge, but is afraid he will be greatly missed in the house of Representatives, particularly with respect to his support of their road; road construction discussion; comment on militia laws.","Defends his vote against Jefferson for President, stating that Jefferson's administration has brought great injuries to the U.S. and they are \"the very reason why we are in our present situation\"; muster fines collections discussion.","Business matter involving Thomas Middleton and Thomas Wilson, and papers which need to be prepared by Leven or Burr Powell in order to accompany them to England.","Discusses problems of the camp including lack of arms and inexperienced officers; removal of type and a journeyman from the Norfolk printer by Dunmore; Capt. Dandridge is meeting with the Committee of Safety on protecting communication up the rivers from Norfolk; arrival of Col. Patrick Henry.","Are under arms because of firing at the James River and Lord Dunmore's \"resolution ... of being at the Palace today\"; would face Dunmore's 250 effective men with 400 who are \"undisciplined, ill-armed but resolute\"; feared the actions of the local inhabitants might have hindered them in case of attack; expects 150 barrels of powder brought by ship to Surry; shortage of good guns.","Describes that day's battle at Great Bridge; discusses casualties and weapons captured.","Just returned form duty in Norfolk; Dunmore is rumored to be planning to go to North Carolina; describes a recent skirmish in Norfolk; rumors of smallpox on Dunmore's ships; will march to Williamsburg shortly; explains his refusal to accept a continental commission.","Discusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to \"visit their friends\"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.","Brig of Highlanders taken by Capt. Barron and marching from Jamestown to Williamsburg; reports troop movements; discusses proposed form of government for Va., and election of members of Congress; Capt. Jones of Dinwiddie County just cashiered for cowardice.","See Box I, Folder 1 for the original.","Copies, in English, of Sallust's sketch and comparison of the characters of Cesarsic and Cato; Cesar's (sic) speech in the Roman Senate to give the death penalty to Cataline conspirators; and Cato's reply to the preceding speech.","Copy of a description of the death of General. Albert Sidney Johnston on April 6, 1862 at the battle of Shiloh."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library. Use of collection via microfilm only.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Leven Powell was born near Manassas, Prince William Co., Va. in 1737. He moved to Loudoun County in 1763 and served as major in the Revolutionary Army. Appointed lieutenant-colonel of the Sixteenth Regiment in Continental Line in 1777, he served in Virginia House of Delegates and as a delegate to Virginia Convention which ratified the U. S. Constitution in 1788. He was elected as a Federalist to Congress. Powell died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa.","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents. Leven Powell Papers, 1774-1810, in Swem Library's microforms area, 2 reels, call number E263 .V8 P68","Fully processed by Phillip Nicholas in Oct. 2014.","This collection is largely comprised of the correspondence of Leven Powell, who served in American Revolutionary War as well as the Virginia House of Delegates, and the U. S. House of Representatives.","The letters reflect military and civilian events in Virginia during the Revolutionary war, United States and Virginia politics, and foreign relations in the early national period. The collection also includes financial records concerning the Revolutionary War and Loudoun County, Va.","A major subject of the correspondence is the Amercan Revolution, with reference to the Battle of Great Bridge (1775), other battles and campaigns, a copy of resolutions passed by freeholders of Loudoun County opposing the oppressive British legislation and establishing a boycott of all East India products, and a letter written from College Camp [Williamsburg, Va.] (1776). Other subjects include Aaron Burr, John Connolly, Lord Dunmore, Thomas McKean and John Taylor of Caroline, Native Americans, the presidential election of 1800, the Alien and Sedition Acts, orphans, Kentucky, the XYZ Affair, and slavery.","Resolutions passed by the free-holders of Loudoun County, Virginia, opposing the oppressive legislation by Great Britain, and establishing a boycott of all East India products.","Gives details of a peace meeting in Pittsburg [sic], Pa., held between the members of the colony of Va. and Indian commanders, including four or five hundred Indians from different tribes, including the Shawnee and the Delaware; all seem to want to establish a lasting peace, even though John Connolly, along with Governor Dunmore, have tried to put a stop to it.","Scope and Contents Gives details of a battle with Gov. Dunmore's troops at Great Bridge, Va.; thanks her for her gift of venison.","Scope and Contents Describes arrivals of battalions, half to Hampton and half to guard Williamsburg, though he feels there is \"hardly anything worth our notice\" in protecting Williamsburg; mention of Gov. Dunmore's troops and of talk of his being drunk and \"mad\" since his defeat at Great Bridge; discussion of his appointment to the Convention being doubtful; describes the firing of \"cannons about Norfolk.\"","Scope and Contents Tells of a brig from Antigua coming to Hampton Roads, the cargo of which did not amount to much— however, he is sending a dozen sweet oranges that he procured; explains that cannons were being fired in Norfolk to cover the landing of the enemy \"in order to set fire to some of the houses that had before escaped flames\"; the river is so full of brigs that \"a vessel can scarcely pass.\"","Scope and Contents Discussion of family matters at home, including the loss of Nan's baby, bills of exchange left by Mr. Keys, and of the children being sick; prediction of an attack being made near Alexandria, Va. soon; describes having tea with Lord Dunmore, General Henry Clinton, Commodore Andrew Snape Hammond sic Hamond, and Richard Corbin on board the warship Roebuck during a truce, and difficulty traveling.","Scope and Contents Informs her of a business transaction between himself and Mr. Campbell, as well as the departure of General Henry Clinton and the resignation of Col. Patrick Henry.","Scope and Contents Description of \"his Lordship\" Gov. Dunmore retreating to Gwinn's Island, as well as Dunmore recruiting many for his \"Black Regiment\"; other war news, including a brief account concerning the Carolinas; other talk about the present Convention and its being represented by a \"Confounded Set of Economists.\"","Not much happening around Williamsburg; 3,000 troops arrived at Cape Fear, N.C., as well as several ships, including the Nautilus, the Collins, and the Fowey; gives news of the 8th Regt., battalions of Southern Minute Men, and General Lee, Brigadier Howe, and D.A.G. Bullet; other troop movement details, including General Howe embarking for Quebec.","Scope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.","Scope and Contents Gives details of military action in North Carolina and the Va. peninsula as well as the rumor that General Henry Clinton was killed when his transports were driven ashore in a storm; has heard that Congress declared independence publicly the first of the month and that a member of the Annapolis Convention had visited the courts of Spain and France to gain assurances of an alliance being formed..","Troops are ill and reinforcements needed badly or \"we shall not have it in time to prevent the destruction of American affairs,\" since \"the Enemy\" has been strongly reinforced; more military news, including talk of General Washington and his depleted troops, and his dependence on the \"stupidity and baseness of New England politicians,\" referring to Washington having to wait for reinforcements...","Oversize Folder in Oversize Box - see SCRC for assistance.","Scope and Contents Received the 19 barrels of flour sent and quotes current prices in Alexandria, Va.; has had the carpenters working on the vessel continuously, but the freezing weather is slowing progress; describes Washington's battle with the Hessians at Trenton, N.J., the day after Christmas and thus the defeat of General Howe, as well as Washington's great power among the 13 colonies; requests...","Discussion of orphaned children, who will care for them first, and the building of a school for them.","Scope and Contents Transportation of cloth and tailors, as well as 17 lbs. of flour; military action detailed, including that of Cornwallis' Army, and a traitor, Col. Buckner, with General Washington's troops, who was tried and condemned to be shot; 300 to 400 slaves were taken from Gloucester, Lancaster, and Northumberland counties, Va. by ships in the Bay, which indicates that the British plan...","Scope and Contents American army now equal to British, and they are holding their own; General Putnam's division surrounded a British outpost and took 69 prisoners; 2 British and 4 Hessian deserters joined them.","Scope and Contents Is sending the bearer of the letter to Dumfries for a uniform in order to keep him away from the other troops because he has had smallpox; hopes that men in uniform will help the recruiting process, which is not going very well; one new recruit lost two fingers from his left hand and wants to be discharged; doesn't want to travel too far to recruit in case he brings smallpox home, since his wife is \"under inoculation\"","War news of Delaware and New York, including talk of Gen. Scott's and Gen. Washington's troops.","Will be glad to take Capt. Butler's men, provided he resigns; certain officers have ruined the recruiting service by offering $30 a man.","Has hired two prisoners to become weavers for neighbors.","Scope and Contents Gives a detailed account of the British attack upon the American fort at the Cheveux de Friese, at Fort Mifflin, Pa., at which the enemy was repulsed at three different times, the end result being their retreating from Philadelphia; talk of General Gates' army being at a disadvantage, though the Americans could do with 10,000 more men; General Clinton..","Description of the campsite near the North River, with mountains surrounding; rumors of the enemy moving to Boston or some of the West India Islands; encloses a dollar for his sister, \"Miss Linton.\"","Scope and Contents Hopes his LP quarantine at the \"Mohongahaly\" has been lifted; rumor that Charlestown has surrendered to the British after \"spirited resistance\"; an Irish ship had just arrived, confirming the account of Irish association for free trade or independence, with about 50,000 men enlisted to support their cause, under the command of the Duke of Leinster and Lord Shannon; several officers were taken at a \"cock fight\"","Asks to borrow a few volumes of his Universal Histories in order to fill the gaps of Rollin's R. History, which relate to Greece and Carthage, and are lost.","Financial settlement with the state? discussion; the acts of the Va. House of Delegates session did not answer the expectations of their constituents, nor has a definitive treaty arrived; the first act passed was to open American ports to British vessels; other acts included suspending taxes until the 10th of November and disqualifying members of Congress from holding seats in either house...","Since last correspondence, more Indian tribes have arrived in peace, and they have brought prisoners with them; three murders have occurred by the Indians, one of the victims being Capt. James Shelby; horses have been stolen from Astill's station, supposedly by the Chickamaugas; surveying is continuing slowly, and in Jefferson Co.?, 400 acres have been apportioned for settlers; ...","Giving military divisions of Lincoln Co., as well as geographical divisions of Lincoln and Jefferson counties; area gossip, including the news of Ned Quirk running away with his sister-in-law; no deaths or marriages recently, as well as no trouble with Indians in Fayette Co.","Scope and Contents Is sending 11 copies of the \"acts of October 1782\"; agrees with the idea of laws being passed with respect to the size of the county; discussion of the Va. Citizen Bill, and some delegates' fight to allow all Tories and refugees of Nova. Scotia admittance—however, they were defeated, and the bill which passed will not allow anyone who has ever \"borne arms against us... inhabitants of America, in 1775 or at any time..\"","Scope and Contents Encloses the only published version of the Revenue Law; the bill allowing hemp and flour to be receivable for taxes passed; election of sheriffs; more laws will be printed and delivered further.","Scope and Contents Capt. Rust has left for Fauquier Co., Va.; has built a house, except for the chimney, because the river has been over the quarry; \"Savages\" have murdered dozens, including Walker Daniel, an Attorney General and the only other lawyer in the county besides himself. Includes typescript.","Gives a detailed account of his month-long journey westward with his family and others, especially traveling on the Monongahela River to Fort Pitt and further; Indians were unfavorable; the families fared well, and the wives \"prove the greatest of Heroines\"; hope to arrive in Ky. soon; is sending a Valuable horse in order for a \"Negro woman\" he left behind to be sent out as soon as possible.","Scope and Contents Compares John Taylor of Caroline to a mad dog foaming at the mouth, referring to his (John Taylor's) advocacy of states' and individual rights and the decentralization of the Federal government; goes on to state his strong belief in the Federal government and cites the Constitution to support his argument; asks for the date when Thomas Jefferson was elected Governor of Va. in 1779 and 1780, and...","Gives details of a session of Congress, including a joint session, a visit and speech by the President John Adams, the election of Mr. Theodore Sedgwick as Speaker of the House, and the continuance of the old Clerk Jonathan Condy for the session.","Scope and Contents Mention of the President's speech and the dislike by some of \"that part of it which spoke of the Mission to France\"; his own opinion is that of agreement that it was right to send the envoys to France, since the French had made the first advance to settle the differences between them; tells of news about \"British depredations on our Commerce\"; a committee has been appointed to draft a bill on bankruptcy. Includes a copy.","Scope and Contents Comments on Congress and its character at the present session; mention of the Dutch Germans? being in opposition to the centrality of the federal government?, and Virginia hoping to set other states against the \"general government\"; has not found out yet about militia laws in all of the states with regard to Quakers, but does know that in Rhode Island, they pay $2.00/yr. for exemption... Also including ANS from Leven Powell, Philadelphia, Pa., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Va., 17 December 1799, reporting the death of \"the great and good\" George Washington, and the rumor from France that the Duke of York and his Army are prisoners of war.","Gives news about the ceremonies surrounding the death of George Washington, including an oration to be given on the 26th by General Henry Lee; tells of wheat and flour shortages in England, which should help their crop prices; description of split amongst Virginia representatives about the proposal of a general election for electors, and that the state could end up with no law regarding...","Mr. John Nicholas proposed a resolution to disband the last 12 regiments of troops raised, due to the expense; hopes that Congress will not adopt the measure, or else it might have an adverse effect on negotiations with France; he does not trust France, based on her past conduct, and feels America should not let her defenses down; further discussion of France and the XYZ affair...","Discussion of an upcoming local election, including his opinion of an opponent from the \"anti-party,\" Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and what influence the people in surrounding areas such as Centreville will have; the Congress has been debating over a proposed amendment to a bill proposed by Mr. John Nicholas which prohibits \"commercial intercourse\" with France—discusses effects thereof...","Concern over time he spent in the Continental Army and a claim being made over a pension?; wishes Col. Leven Powell be shown the letter also.","Discussion of debates regarding Jonathan Robbins really Thomas Nash; Congress is considering an amendment of the Judiciary System Bill, which greatly alarms the opposition; Virginia continues to oppose the \"General Government,\" and has forbid any person holding a state office to hold a federal government position also—the same may soon apply to her courts; details of William Duane...","Tells of his travel experience on a survey expedition, including his horse becoming lame.","Dogmatic letter concerning the upcoming \"choosing of electors\"; adamant opinion about the federal government losing its power to \"post-boys and lacquies,\" thus, not needing the \"Washington's and Adams... and their virtues or talents\" any longer; finds the mode of election \"disgusting\" and hopes the people of Va. turn out to show the other states that \"there are some yet who love and revere Washington...","Personal business matters; discussion of the beef he raised and the good reputation derived from it; the French treaty is before the Senate, and he believes that \"they do not know what to do with it\"; feels that the stipulation of returning armed ships to their respective countries is degrading to the United States...","Compares characteristic qualities of the two men running for President, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr; as far as moral principles, both men are equal, but in considering talents \"with a mind fearless of the bold, . . -. Burr has greatly the superiority\"; however, he may cast no vote at all, as \"I feel a repugnancy in voting for a man…unfit for the office\"; personal business.","Farm discussion, including beef prices, the threshing and distribution of clover seed, and amounts of corn coming in from tenants; tells of several days of debates in Congress over whether or not to continue the Sedition Law; doubts that it will pass, even though he voted wholeheartedly for it because he was \"sure that my constituents were not afraid of a law which went to punish...","Tells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct \"in his official duties, as well as Attentive\"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.","Has gotten the public opinion of Loudoun Co. concerning the upcoming presidential election, as was requested; all prefer Jefferson over Burr except a few, who fear that Jefferson will do away with the U.S. Navy, as well as be dictated to by violent men, since his character is \"deficient in firmness\"; however, the alternative is also \"dreadful,\" because of Burr's suspicious character, which should not be linked...","Is sorry to report that very few of all the people he polled knew anything about either of the two presidential candidates, or had no opinion at all, and wish for him to vote as he thinks best; gives his opinion, which is to vote for Jefferson, although his beliefs are contrary to theirs—Jefferson is more experienced, and more pure in moral character; the U.S. Navy will suffer...","Lengthy discussion of the Congressional voting for President, with his prediction that Jefferson will be elected tomorrow; does feel, however, that Jefferson's supporters had to make several concessions in order to win more votes, particularly with respect to the U.S. neutrality situation and the navy; discussion of farm business and clover seed.","Is curious as to the selection of the President and gives his support to Aaron Burr; feels that Jefferson has become committed to \"dangerous doctrine\" and would govern only by narrow views, not general principles; on the local scene, constituents are opposed to his (LP) voting in favor of the continuation of the Sedition Laws, and the rumor of his LP being in favor of monarchy...","Family news; farm and weather reports; his last report about hostilities between France and England was premature, because the newspapers are only mentioning action now; warns of possible attacks by Indians while traveling if carrying large sums of money.","Details of a financial case of his with the French government.","Has sent Cuthbert Powell two barrels of red clover seed and will send him the bill of lading; compares the United States to a ship, which will need a more experienced \"pilot\" if the political horizon becomes clouded.","Family financial matter discussion involving Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., Mr. Turner, and Burr Powell; miscellaneous Fairfax Court case decisions; farm business regarding cattle.","A letter from Major David Holmes states that he is in agreement with him concerning a new form of revenue for the county Treasury involving muster fines for local roads around the county and surrounding areas.","Gives his opinion of Doctor Peake's proposition concerning the construction of certain state roads, including financial and legal aspects; personal financial affairs involving the purchasing of land; comment on a congressional decision involving the division of the District of Columbia? and banking policies dealing with agricultural and mercantile capital.","Is pleased that Major David Holmes was appointed as a judge, but is afraid he will be greatly missed in the house of Representatives, particularly with respect to his support of their road; road construction discussion; comment on militia laws.","Defends his vote against Jefferson for President, stating that Jefferson's administration has brought great injuries to the U.S. and they are \"the very reason why we are in our present situation\"; muster fines collections discussion.","Business matter involving Thomas Middleton and Thomas Wilson, and papers which need to be prepared by Leven or Burr Powell in order to accompany them to England.","Discusses problems of the camp including lack of arms and inexperienced officers; removal of type and a journeyman from the Norfolk printer by Dunmore; Capt. Dandridge is meeting with the Committee of Safety on protecting communication up the rivers from Norfolk; arrival of Col. Patrick Henry.","Are under arms because of firing at the James River and Lord Dunmore's \"resolution ... of being at the Palace today\"; would face Dunmore's 250 effective men with 400 who are \"undisciplined, ill-armed but resolute\"; feared the actions of the local inhabitants might have hindered them in case of attack; expects 150 barrels of powder brought by ship to Surry; shortage of good guns.","Describes that day's battle at Great Bridge; discusses casualties and weapons captured.","Just returned form duty in Norfolk; Dunmore is rumored to be planning to go to North Carolina; describes a recent skirmish in Norfolk; rumors of smallpox on Dunmore's ships; will march to Williamsburg shortly; explains his refusal to accept a continental commission.","Discusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to \"visit their friends\"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.","Brig of Highlanders taken by Capt. Barron and marching from Jamestown to Williamsburg; reports troop movements; discusses proposed form of government for Va., and election of members of Congress; Capt. Jones of Dinwiddie County just cashiered for cowardice.","See Box I, Folder 1 for the original.","Copies, in English, of Sallust's sketch and comparison of the characters of Cesarsic and Cato; Cesar's (sic) speech in the Roman Senate to give the death penalty to Cataline conspirators; and Cato's reply to the preceding speech.","Copy of a description of the death of General. 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Other subjects include Aaron Burr, John Connolly, Lord Dunmore, Thomas McKean and John Taylor of Caroline, Native Americans, the presidential election of 1800, the Alien and Sedition Acts, orphans, Kentucky, the XYZ Affair, and slavery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions passed by the free-holders of Loudoun County, Virginia, opposing the oppressive legislation by Great Britain, and establishing a boycott of all East India products.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of a peace meeting in Pittsburg [sic], Pa., held between the members of the colony of Va. and Indian commanders, including four or five hundred Indians from different tribes, including the Shawnee and the Delaware; all seem to want to establish a lasting peace, even though John Connolly, along with Governor Dunmore, have tried to put a stop to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives details of a battle with Gov. Dunmore's troops at Great Bridge, Va.; thanks her for her gift of venison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes arrivals of battalions, half to Hampton and half to guard Williamsburg, though he feels there is \"hardly anything worth our notice\" in protecting Williamsburg; mention of Gov. Dunmore's troops and of talk of his being drunk and \"mad\" since his defeat at Great Bridge; discussion of his appointment to the Convention being doubtful; describes the firing of \"cannons about Norfolk.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells of a brig from Antigua coming to Hampton Roads, the cargo of which did not amount to much— however, he is sending a dozen sweet oranges that he procured; explains that cannons were being fired in Norfolk to cover the landing of the enemy \"in order to set fire to some of the houses that had before escaped flames\"; the river is so full of brigs that \"a vessel can scarcely pass.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discussion of family matters at home, including the loss of Nan's baby, bills of exchange left by Mr. Keys, and of the children being sick; prediction of an attack being made near Alexandria, Va. soon; describes having tea with Lord Dunmore, General Henry Clinton, Commodore Andrew Snape Hammond sic Hamond, and Richard Corbin on board the warship Roebuck during a truce, and difficulty traveling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Informs her of a business transaction between himself and Mr. Campbell, as well as the departure of General Henry Clinton and the resignation of Col. Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Description of \"his Lordship\" Gov. Dunmore retreating to Gwinn's Island, as well as Dunmore recruiting many for his \"Black Regiment\"; other war news, including a brief account concerning the Carolinas; other talk about the present Convention and its being represented by a \"Confounded Set of Economists.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot much happening around Williamsburg; 3,000 troops arrived at Cape Fear, N.C., as well as several ships, including the Nautilus, the Collins, and the Fowey; gives news of the 8th Regt., battalions of Southern Minute Men, and General Lee, Brigadier Howe, and D.A.G. Bullet; other troop movement details, including General Howe embarking for Quebec.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives details of military action in North Carolina and the Va. peninsula as well as the rumor that General Henry Clinton was killed when his transports were driven ashore in a storm; has heard that Congress declared independence publicly the first of the month and that a member of the Annapolis Convention had visited the courts of Spain and France to gain assurances of an alliance being formed..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTroops are ill and reinforcements needed badly or \"we shall not have it in time to prevent the destruction of American affairs,\" since \"the Enemy\" has been strongly reinforced; more military news, including talk of General Washington and his depleted troops, and his dependence on the \"stupidity and baseness of New England politicians,\" referring to Washington having to wait for reinforcements...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOversize Folder in Oversize Box - see SCRC for assistance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Received the 19 barrels of flour sent and quotes current prices in Alexandria, Va.; has had the carpenters working on the vessel continuously, but the freezing weather is slowing progress; describes Washington's battle with the Hessians at Trenton, N.J., the day after Christmas and thus the defeat of General Howe, as well as Washington's great power among the 13 colonies; requests...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of orphaned children, who will care for them first, and the building of a school for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Transportation of cloth and tailors, as well as 17 lbs. of flour; military action detailed, including that of Cornwallis' Army, and a traitor, Col. Buckner, with General Washington's troops, who was tried and condemned to be shot; 300 to 400 slaves were taken from Gloucester, Lancaster, and Northumberland counties, Va. by ships in the Bay, which indicates that the British plan...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents American army now equal to British, and they are holding their own; General Putnam's division surrounded a British outpost and took 69 prisoners; 2 British and 4 Hessian deserters joined them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Is sending the bearer of the letter to Dumfries for a uniform in order to keep him away from the other troops because he has had smallpox; hopes that men in uniform will help the recruiting process, which is not going very well; one new recruit lost two fingers from his left hand and wants to be discharged; doesn't want to travel too far to recruit in case he brings smallpox home, since his wife is \"under inoculation\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWar news of Delaware and New York, including talk of Gen. Scott's and Gen. Washington's troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be glad to take Capt. Butler's men, provided he resigns; certain officers have ruined the recruiting service by offering $30 a man.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas hired two prisoners to become weavers for neighbors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives a detailed account of the British attack upon the American fort at the Cheveux de Friese, at Fort Mifflin, Pa., at which the enemy was repulsed at three different times, the end result being their retreating from Philadelphia; talk of General Gates' army being at a disadvantage, though the Americans could do with 10,000 more men; General Clinton..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of the campsite near the North River, with mountains surrounding; rumors of the enemy moving to Boston or some of the West India Islands; encloses a dollar for his sister, \"Miss Linton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Hopes his LP quarantine at the \"Mohongahaly\" has been lifted; rumor that Charlestown has surrendered to the British after \"spirited resistance\"; an Irish ship had just arrived, confirming the account of Irish association for free trade or independence, with about 50,000 men enlisted to support their cause, under the command of the Duke of Leinster and Lord Shannon; several officers were taken at a \"cock fight\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks to borrow a few volumes of his Universal Histories in order to fill the gaps of Rollin's R. History, which relate to Greece and Carthage, and are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial settlement with the state? discussion; the acts of the Va. House of Delegates session did not answer the expectations of their constituents, nor has a definitive treaty arrived; the first act passed was to open American ports to British vessels; other acts included suspending taxes until the 10th of November and disqualifying members of Congress from holding seats in either house...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince last correspondence, more Indian tribes have arrived in peace, and they have brought prisoners with them; three murders have occurred by the Indians, one of the victims being Capt. James Shelby; horses have been stolen from Astill's station, supposedly by the Chickamaugas; surveying is continuing slowly, and in Jefferson Co.?, 400 acres have been apportioned for settlers; ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving military divisions of Lincoln Co., as well as geographical divisions of Lincoln and Jefferson counties; area gossip, including the news of Ned Quirk running away with his sister-in-law; no deaths or marriages recently, as well as no trouble with Indians in Fayette Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Is sending 11 copies of the \"acts of October 1782\"; agrees with the idea of laws being passed with respect to the size of the county; discussion of the Va. Citizen Bill, and some delegates' fight to allow all Tories and refugees of Nova. Scotia admittance—however, they were defeated, and the bill which passed will not allow anyone who has ever \"borne arms against us... inhabitants of America, in 1775 or at any time..\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Encloses the only published version of the Revenue Law; the bill allowing hemp and flour to be receivable for taxes passed; election of sheriffs; more laws will be printed and delivered further.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Capt. Rust has left for Fauquier Co., Va.; has built a house, except for the chimney, because the river has been over the quarry; \"Savages\" have murdered dozens, including Walker Daniel, an Attorney General and the only other lawyer in the county besides himself. Includes typescript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a detailed account of his month-long journey westward with his family and others, especially traveling on the Monongahela River to Fort Pitt and further; Indians were unfavorable; the families fared well, and the wives \"prove the greatest of Heroines\"; hope to arrive in Ky. soon; is sending a Valuable horse in order for a \"Negro woman\" he left behind to be sent out as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Compares John Taylor of Caroline to a mad dog foaming at the mouth, referring to his (John Taylor's) advocacy of states' and individual rights and the decentralization of the Federal government; goes on to state his strong belief in the Federal government and cites the Constitution to support his argument; asks for the date when Thomas Jefferson was elected Governor of Va. in 1779 and 1780, and...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of a session of Congress, including a joint session, a visit and speech by the President John Adams, the election of Mr. Theodore Sedgwick as Speaker of the House, and the continuance of the old Clerk Jonathan Condy for the session.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mention of the President's speech and the dislike by some of \"that part of it which spoke of the Mission to France\"; his own opinion is that of agreement that it was right to send the envoys to France, since the French had made the first advance to settle the differences between them; tells of news about \"British depredations on our Commerce\"; a committee has been appointed to draft a bill on bankruptcy. Includes a copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Comments on Congress and its character at the present session; mention of the Dutch Germans? being in opposition to the centrality of the federal government?, and Virginia hoping to set other states against the \"general government\"; has not found out yet about militia laws in all of the states with regard to Quakers, but does know that in Rhode Island, they pay $2.00/yr. for exemption... Also including ANS from Leven Powell, Philadelphia, Pa., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Va., 17 December 1799, reporting the death of \"the great and good\" George Washington, and the rumor from France that the Duke of York and his Army are prisoners of war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news about the ceremonies surrounding the death of George Washington, including an oration to be given on the 26th by General Henry Lee; tells of wheat and flour shortages in England, which should help their crop prices; description of split amongst Virginia representatives about the proposal of a general election for electors, and that the state could end up with no law regarding...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. John Nicholas proposed a resolution to disband the last 12 regiments of troops raised, due to the expense; hopes that Congress will not adopt the measure, or else it might have an adverse effect on negotiations with France; he does not trust France, based on her past conduct, and feels America should not let her defenses down; further discussion of France and the XYZ affair...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of an upcoming local election, including his opinion of an opponent from the \"anti-party,\" Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and what influence the people in surrounding areas such as Centreville will have; the Congress has been debating over a proposed amendment to a bill proposed by Mr. John Nicholas which prohibits \"commercial intercourse\" with France—discusses effects thereof...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over time he spent in the Continental Army and a claim being made over a pension?; wishes Col. Leven Powell be shown the letter also.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of debates regarding Jonathan Robbins really Thomas Nash; Congress is considering an amendment of the Judiciary System Bill, which greatly alarms the opposition; Virginia continues to oppose the \"General Government,\" and has forbid any person holding a state office to hold a federal government position also—the same may soon apply to her courts; details of William Duane...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his travel experience on a survey expedition, including his horse becoming lame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDogmatic letter concerning the upcoming \"choosing of electors\"; adamant opinion about the federal government losing its power to \"post-boys and lacquies,\" thus, not needing the \"Washington's and Adams... and their virtues or talents\" any longer; finds the mode of election \"disgusting\" and hopes the people of Va. turn out to show the other states that \"there are some yet who love and revere Washington...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePersonal business matters; discussion of the beef he raised and the good reputation derived from it; the French treaty is before the Senate, and he believes that \"they do not know what to do with it\"; feels that the stipulation of returning armed ships to their respective countries is degrading to the United States...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompares characteristic qualities of the two men running for President, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr; as far as moral principles, both men are equal, but in considering talents \"with a mind fearless of the bold, . . -. Burr has greatly the superiority\"; however, he may cast no vote at all, as \"I feel a repugnancy in voting for a man…unfit for the office\"; personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFarm discussion, including beef prices, the threshing and distribution of clover seed, and amounts of corn coming in from tenants; tells of several days of debates in Congress over whether or not to continue the Sedition Law; doubts that it will pass, even though he voted wholeheartedly for it because he was \"sure that my constituents were not afraid of a law which went to punish...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct \"in his official duties, as well as Attentive\"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas gotten the public opinion of Loudoun Co. concerning the upcoming presidential election, as was requested; all prefer Jefferson over Burr except a few, who fear that Jefferson will do away with the U.S. Navy, as well as be dictated to by violent men, since his character is \"deficient in firmness\"; however, the alternative is also \"dreadful,\" because of Burr's suspicious character, which should not be linked...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sorry to report that very few of all the people he polled knew anything about either of the two presidential candidates, or had no opinion at all, and wish for him to vote as he thinks best; gives his opinion, which is to vote for Jefferson, although his beliefs are contrary to theirs—Jefferson is more experienced, and more pure in moral character; the U.S. Navy will suffer...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLengthy discussion of the Congressional voting for President, with his prediction that Jefferson will be elected tomorrow; does feel, however, that Jefferson's supporters had to make several concessions in order to win more votes, particularly with respect to the U.S. neutrality situation and the navy; discussion of farm business and clover seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs curious as to the selection of the President and gives his support to Aaron Burr; feels that Jefferson has become committed to \"dangerous doctrine\" and would govern only by narrow views, not general principles; on the local scene, constituents are opposed to his (LP) voting in favor of the continuation of the Sedition Laws, and the rumor of his LP being in favor of monarchy...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; farm and weather reports; his last report about hostilities between France and England was premature, because the newspapers are only mentioning action now; warns of possible attacks by Indians while traveling if carrying large sums of money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of a financial case of his with the French government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent Cuthbert Powell two barrels of red clover seed and will send him the bill of lading; compares the United States to a ship, which will need a more experienced \"pilot\" if the political horizon becomes clouded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily financial matter discussion involving Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., Mr. Turner, and Burr Powell; miscellaneous Fairfax Court case decisions; farm business regarding cattle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter from Major David Holmes states that he is in agreement with him concerning a new form of revenue for the county Treasury involving muster fines for local roads around the county and surrounding areas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives his opinion of Doctor Peake's proposition concerning the construction of certain state roads, including financial and legal aspects; personal financial affairs involving the purchasing of land; comment on a congressional decision involving the division of the District of Columbia? and banking policies dealing with agricultural and mercantile capital.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs pleased that Major David Holmes was appointed as a judge, but is afraid he will be greatly missed in the house of Representatives, particularly with respect to his support of their road; road construction discussion; comment on militia laws.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends his vote against Jefferson for President, stating that Jefferson's administration has brought great injuries to the U.S. and they are \"the very reason why we are in our present situation\"; muster fines collections discussion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness matter involving Thomas Middleton and Thomas Wilson, and papers which need to be prepared by Leven or Burr Powell in order to accompany them to England.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses problems of the camp including lack of arms and inexperienced officers; removal of type and a journeyman from the Norfolk printer by Dunmore; Capt. Dandridge is meeting with the Committee of Safety on protecting communication up the rivers from Norfolk; arrival of Col. Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAre under arms because of firing at the James River and Lord Dunmore's \"resolution ... of being at the Palace today\"; would face Dunmore's 250 effective men with 400 who are \"undisciplined, ill-armed but resolute\"; feared the actions of the local inhabitants might have hindered them in case of attack; expects 150 barrels of powder brought by ship to Surry; shortage of good guns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes that day's battle at Great Bridge; discusses casualties and weapons captured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJust returned form duty in Norfolk; Dunmore is rumored to be planning to go to North Carolina; describes a recent skirmish in Norfolk; rumors of smallpox on Dunmore's ships; will march to Williamsburg shortly; explains his refusal to accept a continental commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to \"visit their friends\"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrig of Highlanders taken by Capt. Barron and marching from Jamestown to Williamsburg; reports troop movements; discusses proposed form of government for Va., and election of members of Congress; Capt. Jones of Dinwiddie County just cashiered for cowardice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Box I, Folder 1 for the original.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies, in English, of Sallust's sketch and comparison of the characters of Cesarsic and Cato; Cesar's (sic) speech in the Roman Senate to give the death penalty to Cataline conspirators; and Cato's reply to the preceding speech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a description of the death of General. Albert Sidney Johnston on April 6, 1862 at the battle of Shiloh.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["This collection is largely comprised of the correspondence of Leven Powell, who served in American Revolutionary War as well as the Virginia House of Delegates, and the U. S. House of Representatives.","The letters reflect military and civilian events in Virginia during the Revolutionary war, United States and Virginia politics, and foreign relations in the early national period. The collection also includes financial records concerning the Revolutionary War and Loudoun County, Va.","A major subject of the correspondence is the Amercan Revolution, with reference to the Battle of Great Bridge (1775), other battles and campaigns, a copy of resolutions passed by freeholders of Loudoun County opposing the oppressive British legislation and establishing a boycott of all East India products, and a letter written from College Camp [Williamsburg, Va.] (1776). Other subjects include Aaron Burr, John Connolly, Lord Dunmore, Thomas McKean and John Taylor of Caroline, Native Americans, the presidential election of 1800, the Alien and Sedition Acts, orphans, Kentucky, the XYZ Affair, and slavery.","Resolutions passed by the free-holders of Loudoun County, Virginia, opposing the oppressive legislation by Great Britain, and establishing a boycott of all East India products.","Gives details of a peace meeting in Pittsburg [sic], Pa., held between the members of the colony of Va. and Indian commanders, including four or five hundred Indians from different tribes, including the Shawnee and the Delaware; all seem to want to establish a lasting peace, even though John Connolly, along with Governor Dunmore, have tried to put a stop to it.","Scope and Contents Gives details of a battle with Gov. Dunmore's troops at Great Bridge, Va.; thanks her for her gift of venison.","Scope and Contents Describes arrivals of battalions, half to Hampton and half to guard Williamsburg, though he feels there is \"hardly anything worth our notice\" in protecting Williamsburg; mention of Gov. Dunmore's troops and of talk of his being drunk and \"mad\" since his defeat at Great Bridge; discussion of his appointment to the Convention being doubtful; describes the firing of \"cannons about Norfolk.\"","Scope and Contents Tells of a brig from Antigua coming to Hampton Roads, the cargo of which did not amount to much— however, he is sending a dozen sweet oranges that he procured; explains that cannons were being fired in Norfolk to cover the landing of the enemy \"in order to set fire to some of the houses that had before escaped flames\"; the river is so full of brigs that \"a vessel can scarcely pass.\"","Scope and Contents Discussion of family matters at home, including the loss of Nan's baby, bills of exchange left by Mr. Keys, and of the children being sick; prediction of an attack being made near Alexandria, Va. soon; describes having tea with Lord Dunmore, General Henry Clinton, Commodore Andrew Snape Hammond sic Hamond, and Richard Corbin on board the warship Roebuck during a truce, and difficulty traveling.","Scope and Contents Informs her of a business transaction between himself and Mr. Campbell, as well as the departure of General Henry Clinton and the resignation of Col. Patrick Henry.","Scope and Contents Description of \"his Lordship\" Gov. Dunmore retreating to Gwinn's Island, as well as Dunmore recruiting many for his \"Black Regiment\"; other war news, including a brief account concerning the Carolinas; other talk about the present Convention and its being represented by a \"Confounded Set of Economists.\"","Not much happening around Williamsburg; 3,000 troops arrived at Cape Fear, N.C., as well as several ships, including the Nautilus, the Collins, and the Fowey; gives news of the 8th Regt., battalions of Southern Minute Men, and General Lee, Brigadier Howe, and D.A.G. Bullet; other troop movement details, including General Howe embarking for Quebec.","Scope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.","Scope and Contents Gives details of military action in North Carolina and the Va. peninsula as well as the rumor that General Henry Clinton was killed when his transports were driven ashore in a storm; has heard that Congress declared independence publicly the first of the month and that a member of the Annapolis Convention had visited the courts of Spain and France to gain assurances of an alliance being formed..","Troops are ill and reinforcements needed badly or \"we shall not have it in time to prevent the destruction of American affairs,\" since \"the Enemy\" has been strongly reinforced; more military news, including talk of General Washington and his depleted troops, and his dependence on the \"stupidity and baseness of New England politicians,\" referring to Washington having to wait for reinforcements...","Oversize Folder in Oversize Box - see SCRC for assistance.","Scope and Contents Received the 19 barrels of flour sent and quotes current prices in Alexandria, Va.; has had the carpenters working on the vessel continuously, but the freezing weather is slowing progress; describes Washington's battle with the Hessians at Trenton, N.J., the day after Christmas and thus the defeat of General Howe, as well as Washington's great power among the 13 colonies; requests...","Discussion of orphaned children, who will care for them first, and the building of a school for them.","Scope and Contents Transportation of cloth and tailors, as well as 17 lbs. of flour; military action detailed, including that of Cornwallis' Army, and a traitor, Col. Buckner, with General Washington's troops, who was tried and condemned to be shot; 300 to 400 slaves were taken from Gloucester, Lancaster, and Northumberland counties, Va. by ships in the Bay, which indicates that the British plan...","Scope and Contents American army now equal to British, and they are holding their own; General Putnam's division surrounded a British outpost and took 69 prisoners; 2 British and 4 Hessian deserters joined them.","Scope and Contents Is sending the bearer of the letter to Dumfries for a uniform in order to keep him away from the other troops because he has had smallpox; hopes that men in uniform will help the recruiting process, which is not going very well; one new recruit lost two fingers from his left hand and wants to be discharged; doesn't want to travel too far to recruit in case he brings smallpox home, since his wife is \"under inoculation\"","War news of Delaware and New York, including talk of Gen. Scott's and Gen. Washington's troops.","Will be glad to take Capt. Butler's men, provided he resigns; certain officers have ruined the recruiting service by offering $30 a man.","Has hired two prisoners to become weavers for neighbors.","Scope and Contents Gives a detailed account of the British attack upon the American fort at the Cheveux de Friese, at Fort Mifflin, Pa., at which the enemy was repulsed at three different times, the end result being their retreating from Philadelphia; talk of General Gates' army being at a disadvantage, though the Americans could do with 10,000 more men; General Clinton..","Description of the campsite near the North River, with mountains surrounding; rumors of the enemy moving to Boston or some of the West India Islands; encloses a dollar for his sister, \"Miss Linton.\"","Scope and Contents Hopes his LP quarantine at the \"Mohongahaly\" has been lifted; rumor that Charlestown has surrendered to the British after \"spirited resistance\"; an Irish ship had just arrived, confirming the account of Irish association for free trade or independence, with about 50,000 men enlisted to support their cause, under the command of the Duke of Leinster and Lord Shannon; several officers were taken at a \"cock fight\"","Asks to borrow a few volumes of his Universal Histories in order to fill the gaps of Rollin's R. History, which relate to Greece and Carthage, and are lost.","Financial settlement with the state? discussion; the acts of the Va. House of Delegates session did not answer the expectations of their constituents, nor has a definitive treaty arrived; the first act passed was to open American ports to British vessels; other acts included suspending taxes until the 10th of November and disqualifying members of Congress from holding seats in either house...","Since last correspondence, more Indian tribes have arrived in peace, and they have brought prisoners with them; three murders have occurred by the Indians, one of the victims being Capt. James Shelby; horses have been stolen from Astill's station, supposedly by the Chickamaugas; surveying is continuing slowly, and in Jefferson Co.?, 400 acres have been apportioned for settlers; ...","Giving military divisions of Lincoln Co., as well as geographical divisions of Lincoln and Jefferson counties; area gossip, including the news of Ned Quirk running away with his sister-in-law; no deaths or marriages recently, as well as no trouble with Indians in Fayette Co.","Scope and Contents Is sending 11 copies of the \"acts of October 1782\"; agrees with the idea of laws being passed with respect to the size of the county; discussion of the Va. Citizen Bill, and some delegates' fight to allow all Tories and refugees of Nova. Scotia admittance—however, they were defeated, and the bill which passed will not allow anyone who has ever \"borne arms against us... inhabitants of America, in 1775 or at any time..\"","Scope and Contents Encloses the only published version of the Revenue Law; the bill allowing hemp and flour to be receivable for taxes passed; election of sheriffs; more laws will be printed and delivered further.","Scope and Contents Capt. Rust has left for Fauquier Co., Va.; has built a house, except for the chimney, because the river has been over the quarry; \"Savages\" have murdered dozens, including Walker Daniel, an Attorney General and the only other lawyer in the county besides himself. Includes typescript.","Gives a detailed account of his month-long journey westward with his family and others, especially traveling on the Monongahela River to Fort Pitt and further; Indians were unfavorable; the families fared well, and the wives \"prove the greatest of Heroines\"; hope to arrive in Ky. soon; is sending a Valuable horse in order for a \"Negro woman\" he left behind to be sent out as soon as possible.","Scope and Contents Compares John Taylor of Caroline to a mad dog foaming at the mouth, referring to his (John Taylor's) advocacy of states' and individual rights and the decentralization of the Federal government; goes on to state his strong belief in the Federal government and cites the Constitution to support his argument; asks for the date when Thomas Jefferson was elected Governor of Va. in 1779 and 1780, and...","Gives details of a session of Congress, including a joint session, a visit and speech by the President John Adams, the election of Mr. Theodore Sedgwick as Speaker of the House, and the continuance of the old Clerk Jonathan Condy for the session.","Scope and Contents Mention of the President's speech and the dislike by some of \"that part of it which spoke of the Mission to France\"; his own opinion is that of agreement that it was right to send the envoys to France, since the French had made the first advance to settle the differences between them; tells of news about \"British depredations on our Commerce\"; a committee has been appointed to draft a bill on bankruptcy. Includes a copy.","Scope and Contents Comments on Congress and its character at the present session; mention of the Dutch Germans? being in opposition to the centrality of the federal government?, and Virginia hoping to set other states against the \"general government\"; has not found out yet about militia laws in all of the states with regard to Quakers, but does know that in Rhode Island, they pay $2.00/yr. for exemption... Also including ANS from Leven Powell, Philadelphia, Pa., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Va., 17 December 1799, reporting the death of \"the great and good\" George Washington, and the rumor from France that the Duke of York and his Army are prisoners of war.","Gives news about the ceremonies surrounding the death of George Washington, including an oration to be given on the 26th by General Henry Lee; tells of wheat and flour shortages in England, which should help their crop prices; description of split amongst Virginia representatives about the proposal of a general election for electors, and that the state could end up with no law regarding...","Mr. John Nicholas proposed a resolution to disband the last 12 regiments of troops raised, due to the expense; hopes that Congress will not adopt the measure, or else it might have an adverse effect on negotiations with France; he does not trust France, based on her past conduct, and feels America should not let her defenses down; further discussion of France and the XYZ affair...","Discussion of an upcoming local election, including his opinion of an opponent from the \"anti-party,\" Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and what influence the people in surrounding areas such as Centreville will have; the Congress has been debating over a proposed amendment to a bill proposed by Mr. John Nicholas which prohibits \"commercial intercourse\" with France—discusses effects thereof...","Concern over time he spent in the Continental Army and a claim being made over a pension?; wishes Col. Leven Powell be shown the letter also.","Discussion of debates regarding Jonathan Robbins really Thomas Nash; Congress is considering an amendment of the Judiciary System Bill, which greatly alarms the opposition; Virginia continues to oppose the \"General Government,\" and has forbid any person holding a state office to hold a federal government position also—the same may soon apply to her courts; details of William Duane...","Tells of his travel experience on a survey expedition, including his horse becoming lame.","Dogmatic letter concerning the upcoming \"choosing of electors\"; adamant opinion about the federal government losing its power to \"post-boys and lacquies,\" thus, not needing the \"Washington's and Adams... and their virtues or talents\" any longer; finds the mode of election \"disgusting\" and hopes the people of Va. turn out to show the other states that \"there are some yet who love and revere Washington...","Personal business matters; discussion of the beef he raised and the good reputation derived from it; the French treaty is before the Senate, and he believes that \"they do not know what to do with it\"; feels that the stipulation of returning armed ships to their respective countries is degrading to the United States...","Compares characteristic qualities of the two men running for President, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr; as far as moral principles, both men are equal, but in considering talents \"with a mind fearless of the bold, . . -. Burr has greatly the superiority\"; however, he may cast no vote at all, as \"I feel a repugnancy in voting for a man…unfit for the office\"; personal business.","Farm discussion, including beef prices, the threshing and distribution of clover seed, and amounts of corn coming in from tenants; tells of several days of debates in Congress over whether or not to continue the Sedition Law; doubts that it will pass, even though he voted wholeheartedly for it because he was \"sure that my constituents were not afraid of a law which went to punish...","Tells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct \"in his official duties, as well as Attentive\"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.","Has gotten the public opinion of Loudoun Co. concerning the upcoming presidential election, as was requested; all prefer Jefferson over Burr except a few, who fear that Jefferson will do away with the U.S. Navy, as well as be dictated to by violent men, since his character is \"deficient in firmness\"; however, the alternative is also \"dreadful,\" because of Burr's suspicious character, which should not be linked...","Is sorry to report that very few of all the people he polled knew anything about either of the two presidential candidates, or had no opinion at all, and wish for him to vote as he thinks best; gives his opinion, which is to vote for Jefferson, although his beliefs are contrary to theirs—Jefferson is more experienced, and more pure in moral character; the U.S. Navy will suffer...","Lengthy discussion of the Congressional voting for President, with his prediction that Jefferson will be elected tomorrow; does feel, however, that Jefferson's supporters had to make several concessions in order to win more votes, particularly with respect to the U.S. neutrality situation and the navy; discussion of farm business and clover seed.","Is curious as to the selection of the President and gives his support to Aaron Burr; feels that Jefferson has become committed to \"dangerous doctrine\" and would govern only by narrow views, not general principles; on the local scene, constituents are opposed to his (LP) voting in favor of the continuation of the Sedition Laws, and the rumor of his LP being in favor of monarchy...","Family news; farm and weather reports; his last report about hostilities between France and England was premature, because the newspapers are only mentioning action now; warns of possible attacks by Indians while traveling if carrying large sums of money.","Details of a financial case of his with the French government.","Has sent Cuthbert Powell two barrels of red clover seed and will send him the bill of lading; compares the United States to a ship, which will need a more experienced \"pilot\" if the political horizon becomes clouded.","Family financial matter discussion involving Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., Mr. Turner, and Burr Powell; miscellaneous Fairfax Court case decisions; farm business regarding cattle.","A letter from Major David Holmes states that he is in agreement with him concerning a new form of revenue for the county Treasury involving muster fines for local roads around the county and surrounding areas.","Gives his opinion of Doctor Peake's proposition concerning the construction of certain state roads, including financial and legal aspects; personal financial affairs involving the purchasing of land; comment on a congressional decision involving the division of the District of Columbia? and banking policies dealing with agricultural and mercantile capital.","Is pleased that Major David Holmes was appointed as a judge, but is afraid he will be greatly missed in the house of Representatives, particularly with respect to his support of their road; road construction discussion; comment on militia laws.","Defends his vote against Jefferson for President, stating that Jefferson's administration has brought great injuries to the U.S. and they are \"the very reason why we are in our present situation\"; muster fines collections discussion.","Business matter involving Thomas Middleton and Thomas Wilson, and papers which need to be prepared by Leven or Burr Powell in order to accompany them to England.","Discusses problems of the camp including lack of arms and inexperienced officers; removal of type and a journeyman from the Norfolk printer by Dunmore; Capt. Dandridge is meeting with the Committee of Safety on protecting communication up the rivers from Norfolk; arrival of Col. Patrick Henry.","Are under arms because of firing at the James River and Lord Dunmore's \"resolution ... of being at the Palace today\"; would face Dunmore's 250 effective men with 400 who are \"undisciplined, ill-armed but resolute\"; feared the actions of the local inhabitants might have hindered them in case of attack; expects 150 barrels of powder brought by ship to Surry; shortage of good guns.","Describes that day's battle at Great Bridge; discusses casualties and weapons captured.","Just returned form duty in Norfolk; Dunmore is rumored to be planning to go to North Carolina; describes a recent skirmish in Norfolk; rumors of smallpox on Dunmore's ships; will march to Williamsburg shortly; explains his refusal to accept a continental commission.","Discusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to \"visit their friends\"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.","Brig of Highlanders taken by Capt. Barron and marching from Jamestown to Williamsburg; reports troop movements; discusses proposed form of government for Va., and election of members of Congress; Capt. Jones of Dinwiddie County just cashiered for cowardice.","See Box I, Folder 1 for the original.","Copies, in English, of Sallust's sketch and comparison of the characters of Cesarsic and Cato; Cesar's (sic) speech in the Roman Senate to give the death penalty to Cataline conspirators; and Cato's reply to the preceding speech.","Copy of a description of the death of General. 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Acc. 2007.110","/repositories/2/resources/1464","Powell Family Papers, Hepburn Addition","Elections--United States--History","Loudoun County (Va.)--History--18th century","Loudoun County (Va.)--History--19th century","Slavery--Virginia--18th century","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783","United States--Politics and government--1775-1809","Correspondence","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","This collection is arranged chronologically.","Leven Powell was born near Manassas, Prince William Co., Va. in 1737. He moved to Loudoun County in 1763 and served as major in the Revolutionary Army. Appointed lieutenant-colonel of the Sixteenth Regiment in Continental Line in 1777. He served in Virginia House of Delegates and as a delegate to Virginia Convention which ratified the U. S. Constitution in 1788. He was elected as a Federalist to Congress. Died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa.","Processed by Benjamin Bromley in 2007.","See also the Leven Powell Papers and the Powell Family Papers.","This collection contains the correspondence of Leven Powell, James Madison, Charles Leven Powell, Charles Leven Powell, Jr., Selina Powell Hepburn, and others. Recipients include Burr Powell, Cuthbert Powell, Sewell Stavely Hepbron [Hepburn] and others. First 30 years of correspondence is mainly written by or addressed to Leven Powell, detailing his involvement in the Revolutionary War, the Virginia House of Delegates, and the United State Congress, including letters about the Election of 1800. After 1810, letters are primarily correspondence between various members of the Powell family, including some letters about the Civil War. Includes family tree of the Hepburn Family.","Heard remains of Norfolk to be burnt. Includes typed transcription.","Account of successful attack on Trenton, and pray send this immediately to Major Powell.","Clothes, blankets and smallpox inoculations for the soldiers.","Describes the inoculation cabin and the difficulty of getting soldiers. Includes typed transcription.","There are good conditions at Valley Forge; appointment of Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben as Inspector General; Tories leaving Philadelphia; Rhode Island to be evacuated; treaty with France. Includes typed transcription.","Typewritten transcription of Leven Powell's appointment to Lieutenant Colonel. Also notes his retirement the following year.","Requests Powell's support in an upcoming election. Includes typed transcription.","Lawsuit and copy of laws. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Land arrangement with Hite, Col. Greenup; danger bringing money through the wilderness; Alexandria and 10 mile [District?]; his warrants northwest of Ohio; Kentucky admitted to union. Includes typed transcription.","Describes business agreements for purchasing tobacco. Includes typed transcription.","Reached home to collect sentiment of people on treaty. Includes typed transcription.","Commission to take examination of Mrs. Philips; discusses what to do with an enslaved man who has deliberately injured himself, and the danger of rebellion by the enslaved; international politics. Includes typed transcription.","Talks about William Washington; Mrs. Linton's debt; concerned about attack by France. Includes typed transcription.","Money owed in France.","Discusses selling enslaved individuals to settle debts. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Asks Burr to obtain two enslaved people for Leven [Jr.?]; Election of 1800. Includes typed transcription.","Finest beef bought in this market; French Treaty; rumor concerning Lafayette; Election of 1800.","Election of 1800; French Treaty; Hooe not happy with Thomas Jefferson or Aaron Burr; also criticizes the Secretary of the Navy.","Money owed by tenants to Leven Powell; compares Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson; in his decision for whom to vote, he will be governed by constituents' wishes.","Private character of Aaron Burr; problem with what Thomas Jefferson might do in regard to the Navy; French treaty; price of corn; Leven wants his horse well fed.","Views of the constituents of Loudoun County about the Election of 1800.","Has problems with both Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.","Sim is confident that Powell will make the right decision in the Election of 1800; asks for copy of the Congressional report on revenue; Powell's prospects in next election.","Lee would probably prefer Aaron Burr but trusts Powell's judgment.","People of Loudoun will not be happy if Powell votes for Aaron Burr, but people that have seen Powell's letter trust his judgment.","Election of 1800. Clover seed and plaster.","Discusses Aaron Burr versus Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.","Writes about tobacco and debt; Thomas Jefferson versus Aaron Burr. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Loss of Sally's child; health of \"Negro Sally\". Includes typed transcription.","Discusses Powell's claim on the French government for losses incurred because they stopped the mail. Includes typed transcription.","Discusses the division of Virginia road; lots of marriages; law concerning landlords and tenants. Includes typed transcription.","List of tuition costs, book prices, and other expenses for the education of Selina Lloyd.","Discusses various personal matters, such as his mathematics studies; his tutor advised playing shuttlecock; the pain in his breast is better; Llewellyn is pleased with college; students inhaling gas and the resulting antics; asks for the Leesburg newspaper; Llewellyn is in need of a loan.","Chancellor Livingston said that Powell had no case, since claims of citizens were surrendered by the Convention with France in 1800; however, if proof can be supplied, it may be worthwhile to bring the claim before the French government.  Also mentions Monroe's fall from horse and sickness.","Pleasonton has received the papers of Major Powell from Monroe and wishes that Isaac Coxe Barnett be the attorney.","Llewellyn thinks that Charles' idea of going to Maryland to practice law is a good one.  Charles' impending marriage to Selina.  Llewellyn's wife and child are well.","Discusses using power of attorney to appoint Mason an agent to collect rents in Loudoun county from Mildred A. B. Lewis and Blackford for himself and as attorney in fact for Mrs. Macfarlane.","Causten is the general agent of the claimants against France.","Regarding the French claims of Leven Powell.","Concerns possible sale of land from the estate of his deceased mother Elizabeth Carter.","The children are away so he will write; talks about the letter from Rebecca Tabb; inflammation of tonsils; he is glad to hear Nelson safely reached California; his mother is upset that Cuthbert would be taken to Baltimore against his will, because he was to have been told he could go to Baltimore voluntarily or to Staunton under compulsion but \"Ma interfered.\"","She had written from Cleveland and has now arrived safely to Henry. Reports on rest of family and thanks her grandparents for the time she had in Virginia. Mentions family there, including Uncle Nelson, Aunt [Anna?] and Uncle John Lloyd's family.","Discusses multiple topics, such as the rainy weather, a comet that is passing nearby, and the state elections.  Mentions that his business is not doing well.  Asks her about their school.  Presbyterian minister Mr. Winn castigated the Episcopalians.  Charles is chewing tobacco.","Asks her to bake bread for his company, which is in position for battle.","[This letter may be a copy made in 1870s or 1880s.] \"I left Jackson's army at Shenandoah Mountain...\" Would not be able to join Rockbridge Artillery now. Sending letter by Dr. Hunter McGuire.","Mr. Gordon persuaded Mr. Powell to come take charge of Chapman's education. Dr. McGuire talked to him about an hour before he fell. Both sons taken in their second battle.","Battle of Trevilian Station and Stuart's cavalry.","Arrest of Robert Conrad. Trying to find a place for her to board.","Describes her love for him. Loss of her sister Hattie.","Various items concerning the Powell and Hepburn families: an engraved portrait of Leven Powell; a photograph of Sewell S. Hepburn; an 1882 obituary of Amory Houghton; several clippings on lineage of Buchan-Hepburn, Hepburn of the Hooke, Hepburn surname, and Hepburn of Colquhalzie, and a clipping from the Southern Churchman on the Sewell \u0026 Hepburn lineages; and a Confederate $10 bill.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Hepburn family","Powell, Leven, 1737-1810","Madison, James, Jr., 1751-1836","Mason, Stevens Thomson, 1760-1803","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","English"],"unitid_tesim":["01/Mss. 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Died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePowell Family Papers - Hepburn Addition, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Powell Family Papers - Hepburn Addition, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary"],"processinfo_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eProcessed by Benjamin Bromley in 2007.\u003c/p\u003e"],"processinfo_heading_ssm":["Processing Information:"],"processinfo_tesim":["Processed by Benjamin Bromley in 2007."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eSee also the Leven Powell Papers and the Powell Family Papers.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["See also the Leven Powell Papers and the Powell Family Papers."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains the correspondence of Leven Powell, James Madison, Charles Leven Powell, Charles Leven Powell, Jr., Selina Powell Hepburn, and others. Recipients include Burr Powell, Cuthbert Powell, Sewell Stavely Hepbron [Hepburn] and others. First 30 years of correspondence is mainly written by or addressed to Leven Powell, detailing his involvement in the Revolutionary War, the Virginia House of Delegates, and the United State Congress, including letters about the Election of 1800. After 1810, letters are primarily correspondence between various members of the Powell family, including some letters about the Civil War. Includes family tree of the Hepburn Family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeard remains of Norfolk to be burnt. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of successful attack on Trenton, and pray send this immediately to Major Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClothes, blankets and smallpox inoculations for the soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the inoculation cabin and the difficulty of getting soldiers. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are good conditions at Valley Forge; appointment of Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben as Inspector General; Tories leaving Philadelphia; Rhode Island to be evacuated; treaty with France. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypewritten transcription of Leven Powell's appointment to Lieutenant Colonel. Also notes his retirement the following year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Powell's support in an upcoming election. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawsuit and copy of laws. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand arrangement with Hite, Col. Greenup; danger bringing money through the wilderness; Alexandria and 10 mile [District?]; his warrants northwest of Ohio; Kentucky admitted to union. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes business agreements for purchasing tobacco. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReached home to collect sentiment of people on treaty. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission to take examination of Mrs. Philips; discusses what to do with an enslaved man who has deliberately injured himself, and the danger of rebellion by the enslaved; international politics. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks about William Washington; Mrs. Linton's debt; concerned about attack by France. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney owed in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses selling enslaved individuals to settle debts. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Burr to obtain two enslaved people for Leven [Jr.?]; Election of 1800. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinest beef bought in this market; French Treaty; rumor concerning Lafayette; Election of 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection of 1800; French Treaty; Hooe not happy with Thomas Jefferson or Aaron Burr; also criticizes the Secretary of the Navy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney owed by tenants to Leven Powell; compares Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson; in his decision for whom to vote, he will be governed by constituents' wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrivate character of Aaron Burr; problem with what Thomas Jefferson might do in regard to the Navy; French treaty; price of corn; Leven wants his horse well fed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eViews of the constituents of Loudoun County about the Election of 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas problems with both Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSim is confident that Powell will make the right decision in the Election of 1800; asks for copy of the Congressional report on revenue; Powell's prospects in next election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLee would probably prefer Aaron Burr but trusts Powell's judgment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePeople of Loudoun will not be happy if Powell votes for Aaron Burr, but people that have seen Powell's letter trust his judgment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection of 1800. Clover seed and plaster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Aaron Burr versus Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about tobacco and debt; Thomas Jefferson versus Aaron Burr. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLoss of Sally's child; health of \"Negro Sally\". Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Powell's claim on the French government for losses incurred because they stopped the mail. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the division of Virginia road; lots of marriages; law concerning landlords and tenants. Includes typed transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of tuition costs, book prices, and other expenses for the education of Selina Lloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses various personal matters, such as his mathematics studies; his tutor advised playing shuttlecock; the pain in his breast is better; Llewellyn is pleased with college; students inhaling gas and the resulting antics; asks for the Leesburg newspaper; Llewellyn is in need of a loan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChancellor Livingston said that Powell had no case, since claims of citizens were surrendered by the Convention with France in 1800; however, if proof can be supplied, it may be worthwhile to bring the claim before the French government.  Also mentions Monroe's fall from horse and sickness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleasonton has received the papers of Major Powell from Monroe and wishes that Isaac Coxe Barnett be the attorney.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLlewellyn thinks that Charles' idea of going to Maryland to practice law is a good one.  Charles' impending marriage to Selina.  Llewellyn's wife and child are well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses using power of attorney to appoint Mason an agent to collect rents in Loudoun county from Mildred A. B. Lewis and Blackford for himself and as attorney in fact for Mrs. Macfarlane.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCausten is the general agent of the claimants against France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding the French claims of Leven Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns possible sale of land from the estate of his deceased mother Elizabeth Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe children are away so he will write; talks about the letter from Rebecca Tabb; inflammation of tonsils; he is glad to hear Nelson safely reached California; his mother is upset that Cuthbert would be taken to Baltimore against his will, because he was to have been told he could go to Baltimore voluntarily or to Staunton under compulsion but \"Ma interfered.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe had written from Cleveland and has now arrived safely to Henry. Reports on rest of family and thanks her grandparents for the time she had in Virginia. Mentions family there, including Uncle Nelson, Aunt [Anna?] and Uncle John Lloyd's family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses multiple topics, such as the rainy weather, a comet that is passing nearby, and the state elections.  Mentions that his business is not doing well.  Asks her about their school.  Presbyterian minister Mr. Winn castigated the Episcopalians.  Charles is chewing tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her to bake bread for his company, which is in position for battle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[This letter may be a copy made in 1870s or 1880s.] \"I left Jackson's army at Shenandoah Mountain...\" Would not be able to join Rockbridge Artillery now. Sending letter by Dr. Hunter McGuire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Gordon persuaded Mr. Powell to come take charge of Chapman's education. Dr. McGuire talked to him about an hour before he fell. Both sons taken in their second battle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBattle of Trevilian Station and Stuart's cavalry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrest of Robert Conrad. Trying to find a place for her to board.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her love for him. Loss of her sister Hattie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVarious items concerning the Powell and Hepburn families: an engraved portrait of Leven Powell; a photograph of Sewell S. Hepburn; an 1882 obituary of Amory Houghton; several clippings on lineage of Buchan-Hepburn, Hepburn of the Hooke, Hepburn surname, and Hepburn of Colquhalzie, and a clipping from the Southern Churchman on the Sewell \u0026amp; Hepburn lineages; and a Confederate $10 bill.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["This collection contains the correspondence of Leven Powell, James Madison, Charles Leven Powell, Charles Leven Powell, Jr., Selina Powell Hepburn, and others. Recipients include Burr Powell, Cuthbert Powell, Sewell Stavely Hepbron [Hepburn] and others. First 30 years of correspondence is mainly written by or addressed to Leven Powell, detailing his involvement in the Revolutionary War, the Virginia House of Delegates, and the United State Congress, including letters about the Election of 1800. After 1810, letters are primarily correspondence between various members of the Powell family, including some letters about the Civil War. Includes family tree of the Hepburn Family.","Heard remains of Norfolk to be burnt. Includes typed transcription.","Account of successful attack on Trenton, and pray send this immediately to Major Powell.","Clothes, blankets and smallpox inoculations for the soldiers.","Describes the inoculation cabin and the difficulty of getting soldiers. Includes typed transcription.","There are good conditions at Valley Forge; appointment of Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben as Inspector General; Tories leaving Philadelphia; Rhode Island to be evacuated; treaty with France. Includes typed transcription.","Typewritten transcription of Leven Powell's appointment to Lieutenant Colonel. Also notes his retirement the following year.","Requests Powell's support in an upcoming election. Includes typed transcription.","Lawsuit and copy of laws. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Land arrangement with Hite, Col. Greenup; danger bringing money through the wilderness; Alexandria and 10 mile [District?]; his warrants northwest of Ohio; Kentucky admitted to union. Includes typed transcription.","Describes business agreements for purchasing tobacco. Includes typed transcription.","Reached home to collect sentiment of people on treaty. Includes typed transcription.","Commission to take examination of Mrs. Philips; discusses what to do with an enslaved man who has deliberately injured himself, and the danger of rebellion by the enslaved; international politics. Includes typed transcription.","Talks about William Washington; Mrs. Linton's debt; concerned about attack by France. Includes typed transcription.","Money owed in France.","Discusses selling enslaved individuals to settle debts. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Asks Burr to obtain two enslaved people for Leven [Jr.?]; Election of 1800. Includes typed transcription.","Finest beef bought in this market; French Treaty; rumor concerning Lafayette; Election of 1800.","Election of 1800; French Treaty; Hooe not happy with Thomas Jefferson or Aaron Burr; also criticizes the Secretary of the Navy.","Money owed by tenants to Leven Powell; compares Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson; in his decision for whom to vote, he will be governed by constituents' wishes.","Private character of Aaron Burr; problem with what Thomas Jefferson might do in regard to the Navy; French treaty; price of corn; Leven wants his horse well fed.","Views of the constituents of Loudoun County about the Election of 1800.","Has problems with both Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.","Sim is confident that Powell will make the right decision in the Election of 1800; asks for copy of the Congressional report on revenue; Powell's prospects in next election.","Lee would probably prefer Aaron Burr but trusts Powell's judgment.","People of Loudoun will not be happy if Powell votes for Aaron Burr, but people that have seen Powell's letter trust his judgment.","Election of 1800. Clover seed and plaster.","Discusses Aaron Burr versus Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.","Writes about tobacco and debt; Thomas Jefferson versus Aaron Burr. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Loss of Sally's child; health of \"Negro Sally\". Includes typed transcription.","Discusses Powell's claim on the French government for losses incurred because they stopped the mail. Includes typed transcription.","Discusses the division of Virginia road; lots of marriages; law concerning landlords and tenants. Includes typed transcription.","List of tuition costs, book prices, and other expenses for the education of Selina Lloyd.","Discusses various personal matters, such as his mathematics studies; his tutor advised playing shuttlecock; the pain in his breast is better; Llewellyn is pleased with college; students inhaling gas and the resulting antics; asks for the Leesburg newspaper; Llewellyn is in need of a loan.","Chancellor Livingston said that Powell had no case, since claims of citizens were surrendered by the Convention with France in 1800; however, if proof can be supplied, it may be worthwhile to bring the claim before the French government.  Also mentions Monroe's fall from horse and sickness.","Pleasonton has received the papers of Major Powell from Monroe and wishes that Isaac Coxe Barnett be the attorney.","Llewellyn thinks that Charles' idea of going to Maryland to practice law is a good one.  Charles' impending marriage to Selina.  Llewellyn's wife and child are well.","Discusses using power of attorney to appoint Mason an agent to collect rents in Loudoun county from Mildred A. B. Lewis and Blackford for himself and as attorney in fact for Mrs. Macfarlane.","Causten is the general agent of the claimants against France.","Regarding the French claims of Leven Powell.","Concerns possible sale of land from the estate of his deceased mother Elizabeth Carter.","The children are away so he will write; talks about the letter from Rebecca Tabb; inflammation of tonsils; he is glad to hear Nelson safely reached California; his mother is upset that Cuthbert would be taken to Baltimore against his will, because he was to have been told he could go to Baltimore voluntarily or to Staunton under compulsion but \"Ma interfered.\"","She had written from Cleveland and has now arrived safely to Henry. Reports on rest of family and thanks her grandparents for the time she had in Virginia. Mentions family there, including Uncle Nelson, Aunt [Anna?] and Uncle John Lloyd's family.","Discusses multiple topics, such as the rainy weather, a comet that is passing nearby, and the state elections.  Mentions that his business is not doing well.  Asks her about their school.  Presbyterian minister Mr. Winn castigated the Episcopalians.  Charles is chewing tobacco.","Asks her to bake bread for his company, which is in position for battle.","[This letter may be a copy made in 1870s or 1880s.] \"I left Jackson's army at Shenandoah Mountain...\" Would not be able to join Rockbridge Artillery now. Sending letter by Dr. Hunter McGuire.","Mr. Gordon persuaded Mr. Powell to come take charge of Chapman's education. Dr. McGuire talked to him about an hour before he fell. Both sons taken in their second battle.","Battle of Trevilian Station and Stuart's cavalry.","Arrest of Robert Conrad. Trying to find a place for her to board.","Describes her love for him. Loss of her sister Hattie.","Various items concerning the Powell and Hepburn families: an engraved portrait of Leven Powell; a photograph of Sewell S. Hepburn; an 1882 obituary of Amory Houghton; several clippings on lineage of Buchan-Hepburn, Hepburn of the Hooke, Hepburn surname, and Hepburn of Colquhalzie, and a clipping from the Southern Churchman on the Sewell \u0026 Hepburn lineages; and a Confederate $10 bill."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Hepburn family","Powell, Leven, 1737-1810","Madison, James, Jr., 1751-1836","Mason, Stevens Thomson, 1760-1803","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826"],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"names_coll_ssim":["Hepburn family","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826"],"famname_ssim":["Hepburn family"],"persname_ssim":["Powell, Leven, 1737-1810","Madison, James, Jr., 1751-1836","Mason, Stevens Thomson, 1760-1803","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826"],"language_ssim":["English"],"total_component_count_is":71,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-05-21T00:26:34.255Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"viw_repositories_2_resources_1464","ead_ssi":"viw_repositories_2_resources_1464","_root_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_1464","_nest_parent_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_1464","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WM/repositories_2_resources_1464.xml","title_filing_ssi":"Powell Family Papers, Hepburn Addition","title_ssm":["Powell Family Papers, Hepburn Addition"],"title_tesim":["Powell Family Papers, Hepburn Addition"],"unitdate_ssm":["1775-1870"],"unitdate_inclusive_ssm":["1775-1870"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["01/Mss. Acc. 2007.110","/repositories/2/resources/1464"],"text":["01/Mss. Acc. 2007.110","/repositories/2/resources/1464","Powell Family Papers, Hepburn Addition","Elections--United States--History","Loudoun County (Va.)--History--18th century","Loudoun County (Va.)--History--19th century","Slavery--Virginia--18th century","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783","United States--Politics and government--1775-1809","Correspondence","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","This collection is arranged chronologically.","Leven Powell was born near Manassas, Prince William Co., Va. in 1737. He moved to Loudoun County in 1763 and served as major in the Revolutionary Army. Appointed lieutenant-colonel of the Sixteenth Regiment in Continental Line in 1777. He served in Virginia House of Delegates and as a delegate to Virginia Convention which ratified the U. S. Constitution in 1788. He was elected as a Federalist to Congress. Died in 1810 in Bedford, Pa.","Processed by Benjamin Bromley in 2007.","See also the Leven Powell Papers and the Powell Family Papers.","This collection contains the correspondence of Leven Powell, James Madison, Charles Leven Powell, Charles Leven Powell, Jr., Selina Powell Hepburn, and others. Recipients include Burr Powell, Cuthbert Powell, Sewell Stavely Hepbron [Hepburn] and others. First 30 years of correspondence is mainly written by or addressed to Leven Powell, detailing his involvement in the Revolutionary War, the Virginia House of Delegates, and the United State Congress, including letters about the Election of 1800. After 1810, letters are primarily correspondence between various members of the Powell family, including some letters about the Civil War. Includes family tree of the Hepburn Family.","Heard remains of Norfolk to be burnt. Includes typed transcription.","Account of successful attack on Trenton, and pray send this immediately to Major Powell.","Clothes, blankets and smallpox inoculations for the soldiers.","Describes the inoculation cabin and the difficulty of getting soldiers. Includes typed transcription.","There are good conditions at Valley Forge; appointment of Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben as Inspector General; Tories leaving Philadelphia; Rhode Island to be evacuated; treaty with France. Includes typed transcription.","Typewritten transcription of Leven Powell's appointment to Lieutenant Colonel. Also notes his retirement the following year.","Requests Powell's support in an upcoming election. Includes typed transcription.","Lawsuit and copy of laws. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Land arrangement with Hite, Col. Greenup; danger bringing money through the wilderness; Alexandria and 10 mile [District?]; his warrants northwest of Ohio; Kentucky admitted to union. Includes typed transcription.","Describes business agreements for purchasing tobacco. Includes typed transcription.","Reached home to collect sentiment of people on treaty. Includes typed transcription.","Commission to take examination of Mrs. Philips; discusses what to do with an enslaved man who has deliberately injured himself, and the danger of rebellion by the enslaved; international politics. Includes typed transcription.","Talks about William Washington; Mrs. Linton's debt; concerned about attack by France. Includes typed transcription.","Money owed in France.","Discusses selling enslaved individuals to settle debts. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Asks Burr to obtain two enslaved people for Leven [Jr.?]; Election of 1800. Includes typed transcription.","Finest beef bought in this market; French Treaty; rumor concerning Lafayette; Election of 1800.","Election of 1800; French Treaty; Hooe not happy with Thomas Jefferson or Aaron Burr; also criticizes the Secretary of the Navy.","Money owed by tenants to Leven Powell; compares Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson; in his decision for whom to vote, he will be governed by constituents' wishes.","Private character of Aaron Burr; problem with what Thomas Jefferson might do in regard to the Navy; French treaty; price of corn; Leven wants his horse well fed.","Views of the constituents of Loudoun County about the Election of 1800.","Has problems with both Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.","Sim is confident that Powell will make the right decision in the Election of 1800; asks for copy of the Congressional report on revenue; Powell's prospects in next election.","Lee would probably prefer Aaron Burr but trusts Powell's judgment.","People of Loudoun will not be happy if Powell votes for Aaron Burr, but people that have seen Powell's letter trust his judgment.","Election of 1800. Clover seed and plaster.","Discusses Aaron Burr versus Thomas Jefferson. Includes typed transcription.","Writes about tobacco and debt; Thomas Jefferson versus Aaron Burr. Includes typed transcription.","Includes typed transcription.","Loss of Sally's child; health of \"Negro Sally\". Includes typed transcription.","Discusses Powell's claim on the French government for losses incurred because they stopped the mail. Includes typed transcription.","Discusses the division of Virginia road; lots of marriages; law concerning landlords and tenants. Includes typed transcription.","List of tuition costs, book prices, and other expenses for the education of Selina Lloyd.","Discusses various personal matters, such as his mathematics studies; his tutor advised playing shuttlecock; the pain in his breast is better; Llewellyn is pleased with college; students inhaling gas and the resulting antics; asks for the Leesburg newspaper; Llewellyn is in need of a loan.","Chancellor Livingston said that Powell had no case, since claims of citizens were surrendered by the Convention with France in 1800; however, if proof can be supplied, it may be worthwhile to bring the claim before the French government.  Also mentions Monroe's fall from horse and sickness.","Pleasonton has received the papers of Major Powell from Monroe and wishes that Isaac Coxe Barnett be the attorney.","Llewellyn thinks that Charles' idea of going to Maryland to practice law is a good one.  Charles' impending marriage to Selina.  Llewellyn's wife and child are well.","Discusses using power of attorney to appoint Mason an agent to collect rents in Loudoun county from Mildred A. B. Lewis and Blackford for himself and as attorney in fact for Mrs. Macfarlane.","Causten is the general agent of the claimants against France.","Regarding the French claims of Leven Powell.","Concerns possible sale of land from the estate of his deceased mother Elizabeth Carter.","The children are away so he will write; talks about the letter from Rebecca Tabb; inflammation of tonsils; he is glad to hear Nelson safely reached California; his mother is upset that Cuthbert would be taken to Baltimore against his will, because he was to have been told he could go to Baltimore voluntarily or to Staunton under compulsion but \"Ma interfered.\"","She had written from Cleveland and has now arrived safely to Henry. Reports on rest of family and thanks her grandparents for the time she had in Virginia. Mentions family there, including Uncle Nelson, Aunt [Anna?] and Uncle John Lloyd's family.","Discusses multiple topics, such as the rainy weather, a comet that is passing nearby, and the state elections.  Mentions that his business is not doing well.  Asks her about their school.  Presbyterian minister Mr. Winn castigated the Episcopalians.  Charles is chewing tobacco.","Asks her to bake bread for his company, which is in position for battle.","[This letter may be a copy made in 1870s or 1880s.] \"I left Jackson's army at Shenandoah Mountain...\" Would not be able to join Rockbridge Artillery now. Sending letter by Dr. Hunter McGuire.","Mr. Gordon persuaded Mr. Powell to come take charge of Chapman's education. Dr. McGuire talked to him about an hour before he fell. Both sons taken in their second battle.","Battle of Trevilian Station and Stuart's cavalry.","Arrest of Robert Conrad. Trying to find a place for her to board.","Describes her love for him. Loss of her sister Hattie.","Various items concerning the Powell and Hepburn families: an engraved portrait of Leven Powell; a photograph of Sewell S. Hepburn; an 1882 obituary of Amory Houghton; several clippings on lineage of Buchan-Hepburn, Hepburn of the Hooke, Hepburn surname, and Hepburn of Colquhalzie, and a clipping from the Southern Churchman on the Sewell \u0026 Hepburn lineages; and a Confederate $10 bill.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Hepburn family","Powell, Leven, 1737-1810","Madison, James, Jr., 1751-1836","Mason, Stevens Thomson, 1760-1803","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","English"],"unitid_tesim":["01/Mss. 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