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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","The collection is divided into three series: Manuscripts, Publications, and Oversize. The folders are arranged in chronological order within each series.","Series 1. Manuscripts\nSeries 2. Publications\nSeries 3. Oversize","Pater Noster Row, London: R. Baldwin, 1754","London : Printed for Daniel Browne, 1721","Paris: c. 1720-1747","Paris : J. F. La Harpe, 1780","Charing Cross, London: Sold by T. Jefferys, 1758","London: Printed for Robt. Sayer, 1775","Paris: 1789","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 718","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 75","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 712","This collection consist of 47 documents, 10 maps, and 1 map slipcase collected by Ted and Mary Wendell. The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for John Elswick, detailing 437 acres on Lost River in Augusta County (now Hampshire County, WV). Two additional people are listed in the document: John Lonem and Samuel McHandry (C.C.-chainmen). The docket on verso notes, 'Deed drawn in Thomas Walter's name'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Walter Shirley, detailing 311 acres in Frederick County, VA. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Mary Johnston, detailing 400 acres between Bullskin Run and Long Marsh Run in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, WV). Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - John Johnston, James McCarmick (C.C.- chainmen) and Benjamin Pearson (marker). Docketed in Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington, written by Washington's secretary, John Kirkpatrick, to Peter Hog (or Hoge) with instructions to build a chain of forts along the frontiers from Fort Dinwiddie towards the Mayo River. Washington explains that this was decided by a Council of War at Fort Cumberland. He orders Hog to Augusta Courthouse to raise a militia to assist his own company in erecting the forts and urges vigilance against attack: 'you are, while upon this work to keep out constant covering parties, and above all things guard against a surprize'. Washington states that Hog's men will receive double pay for every day they work while construction is under way and he advises Hog about acquiring the necessary building tools. Letter signed, 2 pages.","Land grant to Thomas Martin for his service in the French and Indian War, under the Proclamation of 1763. Granted in New York and signed by Edwin Chandler. The docket reads 'Received New York the 20 January 1767 of Mr. Christopher Roosevelt the sum of ten shillings for my property of lands allotted me' and is signed by Thomas Martin. Manuscript document, signed by Thomas Martin, 2 pages.","Letter from Wills Hill, Lord Hillsborough, to Horatio Sharpe, Proprietary Governor of Maryland. Acting as the agent of King George III, Hillsborough orders Sharpe to submit a 'complete Collection, either in Manuscript, or Print, of the Laws of the Propriety under your Government' at the first opportunity. Letter signed, 1 page.","Order of council concerning George Washington's formal petition on behalf of himself and other veterans of the French and Indian War to receive the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754. The council has approved the petition and the petitioners will be allowed five years to survey their grants. The docket is in Washington's writing, titled 'Order of Council 15th December 1769. Respecting the 200,000 acres of land petitioned for'. Manuscript document, with autograph note by George Washington, 1 page.","Land agreement between George Washington and George Muse, granting Washington one-third of the bounty lands Muse was entitled to under Governor Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. This agreement stipulates that Washington and his heirs are responsible for the costs of surveying and securing the one-third share. Witnessed and signed by Fielding Lewis, James Hunter, and Charles Washington, as well as George Washington and George Muse. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with 2 partial red wax seals.","Land survey with plat map by William Crawford for George Washington, detailing 587 acres on the Ohio River known as the Round Bottom tract. Two additional men are named as 'chainmen'. Docket note, in Washington's writing, reads 'Memorandum of the warrants laid upon this tract', with names and acreage listed. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Copy of an order of council, in George Washington's writing, concerning Washington's proposals for apportioning the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754 to Washington and other veterans of the French and Indian War. The council accepted Washington's proposals for the division of the bounty lands already surveyed. The order goes on to list the individual claimants and their authorized patents, with listed acreage. Listed claimants include George Washington, George Muse, George Mercer, and Joshua Fry. Autograph document, 1 page.","Land survey without plat map by William Crawford for John Fry, detailing 1525 acres. A note in George Washington's writing indicates that this surveyed land is patented to Joshua Fry, John Fry's father, by an Order of Council dated November 6, 1772. This order apportioned bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War by the Proclamation of 1754. The note continues that the patent will be issued to John Fry, as Joshua Fry's heir. Six additional men are listed as 'chainmen' and 'marker'. Document is signed and docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Jonathan Boucher concerning the tenancy of Washington's lands on the Ohio River. Washington thanks Boucher and a Dr. Barton for their assistance and asks Boucher to provide Dr. Barton with an enclosed advertisement (not identified). Washington goes into detail about the land and his estimation of its value based on location and the probability of the establishment of a new colony on the Ohio. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Order of council written and signed by John Blair, Clerk of the Council, concerning stipulations for lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War in the Proclamation of 1763. Thomas Walker is listed as the main petitioner. Docketed in George Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George Mercer, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Mercer and his brother. The docket, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.11.11. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of the proposed costs for exploring, surveying, and patenting bounty lands granted to Richard Smith as a veteran of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754. Smith's listed part of the 200,000 granted acres is 500 acres. Signed by George Washington. Docket reads, \"Pay the within contents of One pound, three shillings, and Eight pence to Captn William Crawford' and is dated February 25, 1774 and signed by Washington as well as William Crawford. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Account of the costs between George Washington and the estate of Captain Robert Stobo, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Stobo. The docket fragment, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.6.7. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to William Preston concerning land granted to him under the Proclamation of 1754, which granted bounty lands to veterans of the French and Indian War. Washington explains that the land, located on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia), was surveyed by William Crawford. Washington asks Preston to certify this survey so that it can be submitted under the later Proclamation of 1763 in order to acquire additional lands. Washington expresses his displeasure at the idea that he will be excluded from these additional bounty lands if they are reserved solely for British regulars: 'I can see no cause why Americans (who have serv'd his Majesty in the late War with as much fidelity, and without presumption, with as much Success, as his British Troops) should be stigmatiz'd...'. Washington goes on to guarantee that he will pay Preston the same fees for approving Crawford's survey as he would if Preston were to make the survey himself. Autograph letter with signature missing (lower section of the sheet is missing), 3 pages.","Fragment of three words, from a letter from George Washington to William Preston. The letter concerns Washington's land on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia) acquired under the Proclamation of 1754 and the Proclamation of 1763. This fragment contains three words cut from the letter, 'of it, upon', and is from the missing lower section of the third page. For the remaining letter, see  2024-SC-009-017. Autograph letter unsigned.","Letter from George Washington to Peter Hog (or Hoge) concerning Captain William Crawford. Washington requests Hog's assistance in attaining a commission for Crawford as assistant surveyor to Colonel Thomas Lewis in Augusta County, VA. Washington explains that Lord John Dunmore, Governor of Virginia, has recommended this appointment. He goes on to express regret that Captain Crawford was unable to attend a meeting of the Sandy Creek claimants at Winchester on March 5th. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George William Fairfax, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions range June 15-December 20, 1774, and include costs for 'cash sent to the Annapolis printer advertizing Belvoir and the sale of goods there', etc. Docket note lists a total of £238.11.10. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from Guy Carleton, British Governor of Quebec, to John Powell, Deputy Paymaster General. Carleton directs Powell to pay 1369 pounds, 19 shillings, and 2 pence sterling to Mr. Bryce McCumming, Paymaster of the 31st regiment, for the subsistence of the regiment from June 25-August 24, 1776. Letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to John Hancock. Referring to himself in the third person as 'General', Washington thanks Hancock for the gift of fish sent to his camp at Morristown, NJ. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Battaile Muse, Washington's agent for his tenanted lands in Frederick, Fauquier, Berkeley, and Loudoun counties. Washington details the purchasing of various crops such as wheat and clover and discusses market values in Alexandria, VA. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Land survey plat by George Washington of a tract along Four Mile Run in Arlington County, VA. One notation reads, 'This dotted line from the hickory to the Run gives and takes about 5 1/2 acres of land'. Autograph document, 1 page.","Assessment of the lands and estates of George Washington, with discussion about acreage of certain holdings and description of crop yields and land rents. The document notes, \"General Washington possesses 10-100 acres in one body where he lives Constantly employs 250 hands 24 ploughs sowed in the year 1778 600 bushels oats 700 acres wheat..\". Specifies livestock holdings as well. Includes a survey without plat map of an unspecified holding, with reference to shared borders with Gilbert Lane, Guisbert Lane, and Samuel Stout. Manuscript document, 1 page.","Appointment of Azor Orne as an elector of the President and Vice President, dated November 17, 1792. Signed on the left side by John Hancock as Governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary, John Avery. Manuscript document signed, 1 page, with paper seal affixed to the upper right corner.","Letter from Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General, to the Postmaster at Machias, Maine. Habersham requests that any letters addressed to George Washington Lafayette (son of the Marquis de Lafayette), Mr. Motier, or Mr. Frestel (George Washington Lafayette's tutor) be directed to President George Washington and forwarded without delay. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from John Quincy Adams, on behalf of George Washington, to the National Assembly of the Batavian Republic. Adams, having served as the Resident Minister of the US to the Batavian Republic, is moving to another post. This letter, in which Adams refers to himself in the third person, conveys a desire for continued harmony and friendship between the two republics. Signed in Adam's writing, 'G. Washington'. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Two indenture forms. The first indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington and George Clinton sell 254 acres located south of the Mohawk River in Herkimer County, NY, part of a tract of land called Coxburgh, to four named parties: Thomas Hart, Deodatus Clark, Rufus Willard, and Judah Stebbins. The listed purchase price is £192. Signed twice by George Clinton, once for himself and once as George Washington's attorney. The second indenture form is blank with docket information on the reverse referencing the first indenture. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 3 pages.","Memorandum by George Washington concerning the provisions for the rent of his bounty lands on the Great Kanawha River. Washington details leasing plans for 23,216 acres of land for the next 100 years, including a written chart of the rents from 1798 to 1897. Autograph document signed, 3 pages.","Account and written receipt of payment for back taxes on two tracts of land on the Ohio River in Kanawha County, paid by George Washington to Augustus Woodward. The account of the money owed by Washington for the years 1791-1796 is written and signed by George Alderson, Sheriff of Kanawha County, and details the amount owed as $109.22. John Reynolds signs as a witness for Alderson's authority as Sheriff. A written receipt on verso is in George Washington's writing and confirms payment in a check on the Bank of Alexandria. Receipt is signed by Augustus Woodward. Manuscript document signed, with autograph note by George Washington, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington to Israel Shreve concerning Shreve's delinquent bond payments to Washington. Washington states '...to be plain, I never expect to obtain what is due from you, to me, but by a resort to a Court of Justice'. If Shreve can provide the Sheriff with the payment he owes, the Sheriff has been instructed to stay the legal proceedings that are about to be brought against him. Washington continues that he cannot extend more time to Shreve and that he expects the late payment as well as the next payment when it is due. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Bond between Lawrence Lewis, the executor of George Washington's estate, William Augustine Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr., for $230.00 for the sale of a bull from Mount Vernon. Typescript document, signed by William Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Letter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from Isaac Story to Thomas Jefferson concerning Story's desire for a commission. He has not had his authority as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy restored and he details his financial and legal experience. He indicates that he is including a geometrical illustration of the square root that he sent to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (not identified) as proof of his abilities. He goes on to praise George Washington and John Adams, stating of Adams, 'I was conversant with him from a child, as he was often in my Father's office'. He mentions his nephew, Joseph Story. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","British Order in Council signed by King George III concerning payment for shipping of British goods by London merchant, George Barclay, to Daniel Clarke in New Orleans. The document details an owed sum of £30,000 and upwards. George III grants permission for Barclay and company to load neutral ships with goods such as gold, silver, and indigo in Havana, River Plata, or Vera Cruz. Signed 'Spencer' at conclusion. Document signed, 3 pages, with blind embossed stamp and wax-sealed paper stamp.","Letter from George Clinton to Benjamin Walker concerning lands owned jointly by Clinton and George Washington which, following the death of George Washington, have been transferred to his nephew and namesake, George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Certificate of freedom for a man named James Dusenbury in the city and county of New York. This document confirms Dusenbury's free status and provides his physical description as five foot two inches, dark eyes, with gray hair, and a listed age of around 62. His birthplace is listed as Queen's County, NY, and his free status was established in 1798. Signed by Andrew Lawrence as a witness and by Richard Cunningham, an Alderman of New York City. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Fragment of a document regarding lease payments with incomplete notes in George Washington's writing. Typescript document with autograph notes, 1 page.","This map was engraved by John Gibson and published in The London Magazine or Gentleman's Intelligencer, vol. 23 (June, 1754). It depicts the region from Lake Ontario southwest to the New River, and shows forts, trails, waterfalls, and general locations of Native American tribe settlements.","Broadside by Andrew Van Bibber in Baltimore, MD, advertising lands for sale or rent along the Little Kanawha River. The advertisement references President George Washington's land holdings on the Great Kanawha River and his formation of an 'extensive and valuable settlement'. Van Bibber states he will accept produce, paper, property, or enslaved people as payment. Manuscript note on verso, dated 12 November 1825, concerns 2000 acres of land and a Michael Ryan and Mr. Keys. Typescript document, 1 page.","Printed Congressional act from the fourth Congress of the U.S. in the second session. Concerning additional duties on certain imported goods, including brown sugar, sugar-candy, and cocoa. Typescript document, 1 page.","This map of French Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley is from,'A new general atlas, containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms, and other dominions of the world', 1721. Includes information about Native American settlements.","Map of Canada, and the East Coast of America including Florida, Virginia, New York, North and South Carolina, as well as the course of the Mississippi River. The map was engraved by Herman Van Loon and was part of Nicholas de Fer's 'Atlas Curieux'. Includes notes and a list of coordinates for various locations on the right side, as well as locations of various Native American settlements. The cartouche notes that this copy of the map is available from I.F. Benard (Jacques-François Benard), son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer, who took over the business after de Fer's death in 1720. Benard et al continued to sell de Fer's unaltered maps into the 1740s, dating this edition from c.1720-1747, with the original made in 1702.","Document signed by Robert Dinwiddie, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, granting 89 acres of land in Brunswick County, VA, to Ebenezer Shearman in the name of King George II. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Covers the area from the Great Lakes to South Carolina and from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. Shows provinces, towns, forts, tribal territories, and Native American settlements. Appears in Giles Robert de Vaugondy's 'Atlas Universal', 1757.","Map of the Midwestern and Southern states, including Florida and Louisiana. Shows topographic features, locations of forts and missions, and Native American settlements. Appears in Jean Françoise de la Harpe's 'Abrégé de l'histoire générale des voyages ... atlas', 1780.","Copied from the 1755 original, includes historical notes and 3 distance tables. It also locates hundreds of European and Native American settlements and depicts networks of roads and trails. Includes notations for Dartmouth College, the location of 'elephant bones', salt and limestone deposits, petroleum in western Pennsylvania, and coal in Ohio.","One map slipcase, associated with map titled 'A general map of the middle British colonies, in America...' by Lewis Evans and engraved by J. Gibson, 1758. Marbled board slipcase.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1765 and Ending the 29th day of September 1766'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 2 pages.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1766 and Ending the 29th day of September 1767'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Deed of land granted from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, to Henry Whiting concerning a 951 acre tract in Berkeley County called Swan Ponds. The surveyor is listed as Guy Broadwater and Richard Rigg, with neighbors listed as Rutherford, Turner, Wilson, Fairfax, and Vanmeter abutting. Document signed by Lord Fairfax, 1 page, with paper seal over wax.","Map of Virginia and Maryland based on surveys by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson, accurately delineating boundaries, roads, settlements, and Native American trails, and incorporating considerable new geographical information. It was issued in 1775 for inclusion in Thomas Jeffery's 'American Atlas'.","Document signed by George Clinton, Governor of New York, granting 300 acres of land in the township of Clinton in Montgomery County to Edward Carpenter. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions and green ribbon seal fragment, 1 page.","The map was published to accompany 'Prospectus pour l'éstablissement sur les rivières d'Ohio et de Scioto en Amérique', 1789. The prospectus and map were issued by the Scioto Company, which was associated with the Ohio Company. The map shows Ohio from Lake Erie south to the Ohio River, and as far west as the Scioto.","Identifies individual land grants in the area that would become Ohio. Note printed near top center of map indicates map is meant to be colored.","Map showing the route of the proposed Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, with the route highlighted in red. Includes elevation profile in 3 segments, and 'Tranverse section of the canal'. Statement of responsibility: 'Reduced from the general map annexed to the report upon the contemplated canal and drawn, by Lieut. Farley, U.S.A. ; etched by Wm. Harrison, Georgetown, D.C. ; letter'd by D.R. 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The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by George Washington for John Elswick, detailing 437 acres on Lost River in Augusta County (now Hampshire County, WV). Two additional people are listed in the document: John Lonem and Samuel McHandry (C.C.-chainmen). The docket on verso notes, 'Deed drawn in Thomas Walter's name'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by George Washington for Walter Shirley, detailing 311 acres in Frederick County, VA. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by George Washington for Mary Johnston, detailing 400 acres between Bullskin Run and Long Marsh Run in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, WV). Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - John Johnston, James McCarmick (C.C.- chainmen) and Benjamin Pearson (marker). Docketed in Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington, written by Washington's secretary, John Kirkpatrick, to Peter Hog (or Hoge) with instructions to build a chain of forts along the frontiers from Fort Dinwiddie towards the Mayo River. Washington explains that this was decided by a Council of War at Fort Cumberland. He orders Hog to Augusta Courthouse to raise a militia to assist his own company in erecting the forts and urges vigilance against attack: 'you are, while upon this work to keep out constant covering parties, and above all things guard against a surprize'. Washington states that Hog's men will receive double pay for every day they work while construction is under way and he advises Hog about acquiring the necessary building tools. Letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant to Thomas Martin for his service in the French and Indian War, under the Proclamation of 1763. Granted in New York and signed by Edwin Chandler. The docket reads 'Received New York the 20 January 1767 of Mr. Christopher Roosevelt the sum of ten shillings for my property of lands allotted me' and is signed by Thomas Martin. Manuscript document, signed by Thomas Martin, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Wills Hill, Lord Hillsborough, to Horatio Sharpe, Proprietary Governor of Maryland. Acting as the agent of King George III, Hillsborough orders Sharpe to submit a 'complete Collection, either in Manuscript, or Print, of the Laws of the Propriety under your Government' at the first opportunity. Letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder of council concerning George Washington's formal petition on behalf of himself and other veterans of the French and Indian War to receive the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754. The council has approved the petition and the petitioners will be allowed five years to survey their grants. The docket is in Washington's writing, titled 'Order of Council 15th December 1769. Respecting the 200,000 acres of land petitioned for'. Manuscript document, with autograph note by George Washington, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand agreement between George Washington and George Muse, granting Washington one-third of the bounty lands Muse was entitled to under Governor Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. This agreement stipulates that Washington and his heirs are responsible for the costs of surveying and securing the one-third share. Witnessed and signed by Fielding Lewis, James Hunter, and Charles Washington, as well as George Washington and George Muse. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with 2 partial red wax seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by William Crawford for George Washington, detailing 587 acres on the Ohio River known as the Round Bottom tract. Two additional men are named as 'chainmen'. Docket note, in Washington's writing, reads 'Memorandum of the warrants laid upon this tract', with names and acreage listed. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of an order of council, in George Washington's writing, concerning Washington's proposals for apportioning the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754 to Washington and other veterans of the French and Indian War. The council accepted Washington's proposals for the division of the bounty lands already surveyed. The order goes on to list the individual claimants and their authorized patents, with listed acreage. Listed claimants include George Washington, George Muse, George Mercer, and Joshua Fry. Autograph document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey without plat map by William Crawford for John Fry, detailing 1525 acres. A note in George Washington's writing indicates that this surveyed land is patented to Joshua Fry, John Fry's father, by an Order of Council dated November 6, 1772. This order apportioned bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War by the Proclamation of 1754. The note continues that the patent will be issued to John Fry, as Joshua Fry's heir. Six additional men are listed as 'chainmen' and 'marker'. Document is signed and docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Jonathan Boucher concerning the tenancy of Washington's lands on the Ohio River. Washington thanks Boucher and a Dr. Barton for their assistance and asks Boucher to provide Dr. Barton with an enclosed advertisement (not identified). Washington goes into detail about the land and his estimation of its value based on location and the probability of the establishment of a new colony on the Ohio. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder of council written and signed by John Blair, Clerk of the Council, concerning stipulations for lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War in the Proclamation of 1763. Thomas Walker is listed as the main petitioner. Docketed in George Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of transactions and costs between George Washington and George Mercer, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Mercer and his brother. The docket, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.11.11. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the proposed costs for exploring, surveying, and patenting bounty lands granted to Richard Smith as a veteran of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754. Smith's listed part of the 200,000 granted acres is 500 acres. Signed by George Washington. Docket reads, \"Pay the within contents of One pound, three shillings, and Eight pence to Captn William Crawford' and is dated February 25, 1774 and signed by Washington as well as William Crawford. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the costs between George Washington and the estate of Captain Robert Stobo, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Stobo. The docket fragment, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.6.7. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to William Preston concerning land granted to him under the Proclamation of 1754, which granted bounty lands to veterans of the French and Indian War. Washington explains that the land, located on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia), was surveyed by William Crawford. Washington asks Preston to certify this survey so that it can be submitted under the later Proclamation of 1763 in order to acquire additional lands. Washington expresses his displeasure at the idea that he will be excluded from these additional bounty lands if they are reserved solely for British regulars: 'I can see no cause why Americans (who have serv'd his Majesty in the late War with as much fidelity, and without presumption, with as much Success, as his British Troops) should be stigmatiz'd...'. Washington goes on to guarantee that he will pay Preston the same fees for approving Crawford's survey as he would if Preston were to make the survey himself. Autograph letter with signature missing (lower section of the sheet is missing), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of three words, from a letter from George Washington to William Preston. The letter concerns Washington's land on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia) acquired under the Proclamation of 1754 and the Proclamation of 1763. This fragment contains three words cut from the letter, 'of it, upon', and is from the missing lower section of the third page. For the remaining letter, see  2024-SC-009-017. Autograph letter unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Peter Hog (or Hoge) concerning Captain William Crawford. Washington requests Hog's assistance in attaining a commission for Crawford as assistant surveyor to Colonel Thomas Lewis in Augusta County, VA. Washington explains that Lord John Dunmore, Governor of Virginia, has recommended this appointment. He goes on to express regret that Captain Crawford was unable to attend a meeting of the Sandy Creek claimants at Winchester on March 5th. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of transactions and costs between George Washington and George William Fairfax, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions range June 15-December 20, 1774, and include costs for 'cash sent to the Annapolis printer advertizing Belvoir and the sale of goods there', etc. Docket note lists a total of £238.11.10. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Guy Carleton, British Governor of Quebec, to John Powell, Deputy Paymaster General. Carleton directs Powell to pay 1369 pounds, 19 shillings, and 2 pence sterling to Mr. Bryce McCumming, Paymaster of the 31st regiment, for the subsistence of the regiment from June 25-August 24, 1776. Letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to John Hancock. Referring to himself in the third person as 'General', Washington thanks Hancock for the gift of fish sent to his camp at Morristown, NJ. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Battaile Muse, Washington's agent for his tenanted lands in Frederick, Fauquier, Berkeley, and Loudoun counties. Washington details the purchasing of various crops such as wheat and clover and discusses market values in Alexandria, VA. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey plat by George Washington of a tract along Four Mile Run in Arlington County, VA. One notation reads, 'This dotted line from the hickory to the Run gives and takes about 5 1/2 acres of land'. Autograph document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssessment of the lands and estates of George Washington, with discussion about acreage of certain holdings and description of crop yields and land rents. The document notes, \"General Washington possesses 10-100 acres in one body where he lives Constantly employs 250 hands 24 ploughs sowed in the year 1778 600 bushels oats 700 acres wheat..\". Specifies livestock holdings as well. Includes a survey without plat map of an unspecified holding, with reference to shared borders with Gilbert Lane, Guisbert Lane, and Samuel Stout. Manuscript document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Azor Orne as an elector of the President and Vice President, dated November 17, 1792. Signed on the left side by John Hancock as Governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary, John Avery. Manuscript document signed, 1 page, with paper seal affixed to the upper right corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General, to the Postmaster at Machias, Maine. Habersham requests that any letters addressed to George Washington Lafayette (son of the Marquis de Lafayette), Mr. Motier, or Mr. Frestel (George Washington Lafayette's tutor) be directed to President George Washington and forwarded without delay. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Quincy Adams, on behalf of George Washington, to the National Assembly of the Batavian Republic. Adams, having served as the Resident Minister of the US to the Batavian Republic, is moving to another post. This letter, in which Adams refers to himself in the third person, conveys a desire for continued harmony and friendship between the two republics. Signed in Adam's writing, 'G. Washington'. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo indenture forms. The first indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington and George Clinton sell 254 acres located south of the Mohawk River in Herkimer County, NY, part of a tract of land called Coxburgh, to four named parties: Thomas Hart, Deodatus Clark, Rufus Willard, and Judah Stebbins. The listed purchase price is £192. Signed twice by George Clinton, once for himself and once as George Washington's attorney. The second indenture form is blank with docket information on the reverse referencing the first indenture. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum by George Washington concerning the provisions for the rent of his bounty lands on the Great Kanawha River. Washington details leasing plans for 23,216 acres of land for the next 100 years, including a written chart of the rents from 1798 to 1897. Autograph document signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount and written receipt of payment for back taxes on two tracts of land on the Ohio River in Kanawha County, paid by George Washington to Augustus Woodward. The account of the money owed by Washington for the years 1791-1796 is written and signed by George Alderson, Sheriff of Kanawha County, and details the amount owed as $109.22. John Reynolds signs as a witness for Alderson's authority as Sheriff. A written receipt on verso is in George Washington's writing and confirms payment in a check on the Bank of Alexandria. Receipt is signed by Augustus Woodward. Manuscript document signed, with autograph note by George Washington, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Israel Shreve concerning Shreve's delinquent bond payments to Washington. Washington states '...to be plain, I never expect to obtain what is due from you, to me, but by a resort to a Court of Justice'. If Shreve can provide the Sheriff with the payment he owes, the Sheriff has been instructed to stay the legal proceedings that are about to be brought against him. Washington continues that he cannot extend more time to Shreve and that he expects the late payment as well as the next payment when it is due. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond between Lawrence Lewis, the executor of George Washington's estate, William Augustine Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr., for $230.00 for the sale of a bull from Mount Vernon. Typescript document, signed by William Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Isaac Story to Thomas Jefferson concerning Story's desire for a commission. He has not had his authority as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy restored and he details his financial and legal experience. He indicates that he is including a geometrical illustration of the square root that he sent to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (not identified) as proof of his abilities. He goes on to praise George Washington and John Adams, stating of Adams, 'I was conversant with him from a child, as he was often in my Father's office'. He mentions his nephew, Joseph Story. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBritish Order in Council signed by King George III concerning payment for shipping of British goods by London merchant, George Barclay, to Daniel Clarke in New Orleans. The document details an owed sum of £30,000 and upwards. George III grants permission for Barclay and company to load neutral ships with goods such as gold, silver, and indigo in Havana, River Plata, or Vera Cruz. Signed 'Spencer' at conclusion. Document signed, 3 pages, with blind embossed stamp and wax-sealed paper stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Clinton to Benjamin Walker concerning lands owned jointly by Clinton and George Washington which, following the death of George Washington, have been transferred to his nephew and namesake, George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of freedom for a man named James Dusenbury in the city and county of New York. This document confirms Dusenbury's free status and provides his physical description as five foot two inches, dark eyes, with gray hair, and a listed age of around 62. His birthplace is listed as Queen's County, NY, and his free status was established in 1798. Signed by Andrew Lawrence as a witness and by Richard Cunningham, an Alderman of New York City. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of a document regarding lease payments with incomplete notes in George Washington's writing. Typescript document with autograph notes, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis map was engraved by John Gibson and published in The London Magazine or Gentleman's Intelligencer, vol. 23 (June, 1754). It depicts the region from Lake Ontario southwest to the New River, and shows forts, trails, waterfalls, and general locations of Native American tribe settlements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside by Andrew Van Bibber in Baltimore, MD, advertising lands for sale or rent along the Little Kanawha River. The advertisement references President George Washington's land holdings on the Great Kanawha River and his formation of an 'extensive and valuable settlement'. Van Bibber states he will accept produce, paper, property, or enslaved people as payment. Manuscript note on verso, dated 12 November 1825, concerns 2000 acres of land and a Michael Ryan and Mr. Keys. Typescript document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Congressional act from the fourth Congress of the U.S. in the second session. Concerning additional duties on certain imported goods, including brown sugar, sugar-candy, and cocoa. Typescript document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis map of French Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley is from,'A new general atlas, containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms, and other dominions of the world', 1721. Includes information about Native American settlements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap of Canada, and the East Coast of America including Florida, Virginia, New York, North and South Carolina, as well as the course of the Mississippi River. The map was engraved by Herman Van Loon and was part of Nicholas de Fer's 'Atlas Curieux'. Includes notes and a list of coordinates for various locations on the right side, as well as locations of various Native American settlements. The cartouche notes that this copy of the map is available from I.F. Benard (Jacques-François Benard), son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer, who took over the business after de Fer's death in 1720. Benard et al continued to sell de Fer's unaltered maps into the 1740s, dating this edition from c.1720-1747, with the original made in 1702.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed by Robert Dinwiddie, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, granting 89 acres of land in Brunswick County, VA, to Ebenezer Shearman in the name of King George II. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovers the area from the Great Lakes to South Carolina and from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. Shows provinces, towns, forts, tribal territories, and Native American settlements. Appears in Giles Robert de Vaugondy's 'Atlas Universal', 1757.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap of the Midwestern and Southern states, including Florida and Louisiana. Shows topographic features, locations of forts and missions, and Native American settlements. Appears in Jean Françoise de la Harpe's 'Abrégé de l'histoire générale des voyages ... atlas', 1780.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopied from the 1755 original, includes historical notes and 3 distance tables. It also locates hundreds of European and Native American settlements and depicts networks of roads and trails. Includes notations for Dartmouth College, the location of 'elephant bones', salt and limestone deposits, petroleum in western Pennsylvania, and coal in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne map slipcase, associated with map titled 'A general map of the middle British colonies, in America...' by Lewis Evans and engraved by J. Gibson, 1758. Marbled board slipcase.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1765 and Ending the 29th day of September 1766'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1766 and Ending the 29th day of September 1767'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of land granted from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, to Henry Whiting concerning a 951 acre tract in Berkeley County called Swan Ponds. The surveyor is listed as Guy Broadwater and Richard Rigg, with neighbors listed as Rutherford, Turner, Wilson, Fairfax, and Vanmeter abutting. Document signed by Lord Fairfax, 1 page, with paper seal over wax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap of Virginia and Maryland based on surveys by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson, accurately delineating boundaries, roads, settlements, and Native American trails, and incorporating considerable new geographical information. It was issued in 1775 for inclusion in Thomas Jeffery's 'American Atlas'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed by George Clinton, Governor of New York, granting 300 acres of land in the township of Clinton in Montgomery County to Edward Carpenter. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions and green ribbon seal fragment, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe map was published to accompany 'Prospectus pour l'éstablissement sur les rivières d'Ohio et de Scioto en Amérique', 1789. The prospectus and map were issued by the Scioto Company, which was associated with the Ohio Company. The map shows Ohio from Lake Erie south to the Ohio River, and as far west as the Scioto.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIdentifies individual land grants in the area that would become Ohio. Note printed near top center of map indicates map is meant to be colored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap showing the route of the proposed Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, with the route highlighted in red. Includes elevation profile in 3 segments, and 'Tranverse section of the canal'. Statement of responsibility: 'Reduced from the general map annexed to the report upon the contemplated canal and drawn, by Lieut. Farley, U.S.A. ; etched by Wm. 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The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for John Elswick, detailing 437 acres on Lost River in Augusta County (now Hampshire County, WV). Two additional people are listed in the document: John Lonem and Samuel McHandry (C.C.-chainmen). The docket on verso notes, 'Deed drawn in Thomas Walter's name'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Walter Shirley, detailing 311 acres in Frederick County, VA. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Mary Johnston, detailing 400 acres between Bullskin Run and Long Marsh Run in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, WV). Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - John Johnston, James McCarmick (C.C.- chainmen) and Benjamin Pearson (marker). Docketed in Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington, written by Washington's secretary, John Kirkpatrick, to Peter Hog (or Hoge) with instructions to build a chain of forts along the frontiers from Fort Dinwiddie towards the Mayo River. Washington explains that this was decided by a Council of War at Fort Cumberland. He orders Hog to Augusta Courthouse to raise a militia to assist his own company in erecting the forts and urges vigilance against attack: 'you are, while upon this work to keep out constant covering parties, and above all things guard against a surprize'. Washington states that Hog's men will receive double pay for every day they work while construction is under way and he advises Hog about acquiring the necessary building tools. Letter signed, 2 pages.","Land grant to Thomas Martin for his service in the French and Indian War, under the Proclamation of 1763. Granted in New York and signed by Edwin Chandler. The docket reads 'Received New York the 20 January 1767 of Mr. Christopher Roosevelt the sum of ten shillings for my property of lands allotted me' and is signed by Thomas Martin. Manuscript document, signed by Thomas Martin, 2 pages.","Letter from Wills Hill, Lord Hillsborough, to Horatio Sharpe, Proprietary Governor of Maryland. Acting as the agent of King George III, Hillsborough orders Sharpe to submit a 'complete Collection, either in Manuscript, or Print, of the Laws of the Propriety under your Government' at the first opportunity. Letter signed, 1 page.","Order of council concerning George Washington's formal petition on behalf of himself and other veterans of the French and Indian War to receive the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754. The council has approved the petition and the petitioners will be allowed five years to survey their grants. The docket is in Washington's writing, titled 'Order of Council 15th December 1769. Respecting the 200,000 acres of land petitioned for'. Manuscript document, with autograph note by George Washington, 1 page.","Land agreement between George Washington and George Muse, granting Washington one-third of the bounty lands Muse was entitled to under Governor Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. This agreement stipulates that Washington and his heirs are responsible for the costs of surveying and securing the one-third share. Witnessed and signed by Fielding Lewis, James Hunter, and Charles Washington, as well as George Washington and George Muse. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with 2 partial red wax seals.","Land survey with plat map by William Crawford for George Washington, detailing 587 acres on the Ohio River known as the Round Bottom tract. Two additional men are named as 'chainmen'. Docket note, in Washington's writing, reads 'Memorandum of the warrants laid upon this tract', with names and acreage listed. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Copy of an order of council, in George Washington's writing, concerning Washington's proposals for apportioning the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754 to Washington and other veterans of the French and Indian War. The council accepted Washington's proposals for the division of the bounty lands already surveyed. The order goes on to list the individual claimants and their authorized patents, with listed acreage. Listed claimants include George Washington, George Muse, George Mercer, and Joshua Fry. Autograph document, 1 page.","Land survey without plat map by William Crawford for John Fry, detailing 1525 acres. A note in George Washington's writing indicates that this surveyed land is patented to Joshua Fry, John Fry's father, by an Order of Council dated November 6, 1772. This order apportioned bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War by the Proclamation of 1754. The note continues that the patent will be issued to John Fry, as Joshua Fry's heir. Six additional men are listed as 'chainmen' and 'marker'. Document is signed and docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Jonathan Boucher concerning the tenancy of Washington's lands on the Ohio River. Washington thanks Boucher and a Dr. Barton for their assistance and asks Boucher to provide Dr. Barton with an enclosed advertisement (not identified). Washington goes into detail about the land and his estimation of its value based on location and the probability of the establishment of a new colony on the Ohio. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Order of council written and signed by John Blair, Clerk of the Council, concerning stipulations for lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War in the Proclamation of 1763. Thomas Walker is listed as the main petitioner. Docketed in George Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George Mercer, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Mercer and his brother. The docket, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.11.11. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of the proposed costs for exploring, surveying, and patenting bounty lands granted to Richard Smith as a veteran of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754. Smith's listed part of the 200,000 granted acres is 500 acres. Signed by George Washington. Docket reads, \"Pay the within contents of One pound, three shillings, and Eight pence to Captn William Crawford' and is dated February 25, 1774 and signed by Washington as well as William Crawford. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Account of the costs between George Washington and the estate of Captain Robert Stobo, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Stobo. The docket fragment, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.6.7. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to William Preston concerning land granted to him under the Proclamation of 1754, which granted bounty lands to veterans of the French and Indian War. Washington explains that the land, located on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia), was surveyed by William Crawford. Washington asks Preston to certify this survey so that it can be submitted under the later Proclamation of 1763 in order to acquire additional lands. Washington expresses his displeasure at the idea that he will be excluded from these additional bounty lands if they are reserved solely for British regulars: 'I can see no cause why Americans (who have serv'd his Majesty in the late War with as much fidelity, and without presumption, with as much Success, as his British Troops) should be stigmatiz'd...'. Washington goes on to guarantee that he will pay Preston the same fees for approving Crawford's survey as he would if Preston were to make the survey himself. Autograph letter with signature missing (lower section of the sheet is missing), 3 pages.","Fragment of three words, from a letter from George Washington to William Preston. The letter concerns Washington's land on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia) acquired under the Proclamation of 1754 and the Proclamation of 1763. This fragment contains three words cut from the letter, 'of it, upon', and is from the missing lower section of the third page. For the remaining letter, see  2024-SC-009-017. Autograph letter unsigned.","Letter from George Washington to Peter Hog (or Hoge) concerning Captain William Crawford. Washington requests Hog's assistance in attaining a commission for Crawford as assistant surveyor to Colonel Thomas Lewis in Augusta County, VA. Washington explains that Lord John Dunmore, Governor of Virginia, has recommended this appointment. He goes on to express regret that Captain Crawford was unable to attend a meeting of the Sandy Creek claimants at Winchester on March 5th. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George William Fairfax, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions range June 15-December 20, 1774, and include costs for 'cash sent to the Annapolis printer advertizing Belvoir and the sale of goods there', etc. Docket note lists a total of £238.11.10. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from Guy Carleton, British Governor of Quebec, to John Powell, Deputy Paymaster General. Carleton directs Powell to pay 1369 pounds, 19 shillings, and 2 pence sterling to Mr. Bryce McCumming, Paymaster of the 31st regiment, for the subsistence of the regiment from June 25-August 24, 1776. Letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to John Hancock. Referring to himself in the third person as 'General', Washington thanks Hancock for the gift of fish sent to his camp at Morristown, NJ. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Battaile Muse, Washington's agent for his tenanted lands in Frederick, Fauquier, Berkeley, and Loudoun counties. Washington details the purchasing of various crops such as wheat and clover and discusses market values in Alexandria, VA. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Land survey plat by George Washington of a tract along Four Mile Run in Arlington County, VA. One notation reads, 'This dotted line from the hickory to the Run gives and takes about 5 1/2 acres of land'. Autograph document, 1 page.","Assessment of the lands and estates of George Washington, with discussion about acreage of certain holdings and description of crop yields and land rents. The document notes, \"General Washington possesses 10-100 acres in one body where he lives Constantly employs 250 hands 24 ploughs sowed in the year 1778 600 bushels oats 700 acres wheat..\". Specifies livestock holdings as well. Includes a survey without plat map of an unspecified holding, with reference to shared borders with Gilbert Lane, Guisbert Lane, and Samuel Stout. Manuscript document, 1 page.","Appointment of Azor Orne as an elector of the President and Vice President, dated November 17, 1792. Signed on the left side by John Hancock as Governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary, John Avery. Manuscript document signed, 1 page, with paper seal affixed to the upper right corner.","Letter from Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General, to the Postmaster at Machias, Maine. Habersham requests that any letters addressed to George Washington Lafayette (son of the Marquis de Lafayette), Mr. Motier, or Mr. Frestel (George Washington Lafayette's tutor) be directed to President George Washington and forwarded without delay. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from John Quincy Adams, on behalf of George Washington, to the National Assembly of the Batavian Republic. Adams, having served as the Resident Minister of the US to the Batavian Republic, is moving to another post. This letter, in which Adams refers to himself in the third person, conveys a desire for continued harmony and friendship between the two republics. Signed in Adam's writing, 'G. Washington'. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Two indenture forms. The first indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington and George Clinton sell 254 acres located south of the Mohawk River in Herkimer County, NY, part of a tract of land called Coxburgh, to four named parties: Thomas Hart, Deodatus Clark, Rufus Willard, and Judah Stebbins. The listed purchase price is £192. Signed twice by George Clinton, once for himself and once as George Washington's attorney. The second indenture form is blank with docket information on the reverse referencing the first indenture. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 3 pages.","Memorandum by George Washington concerning the provisions for the rent of his bounty lands on the Great Kanawha River. Washington details leasing plans for 23,216 acres of land for the next 100 years, including a written chart of the rents from 1798 to 1897. Autograph document signed, 3 pages.","Account and written receipt of payment for back taxes on two tracts of land on the Ohio River in Kanawha County, paid by George Washington to Augustus Woodward. The account of the money owed by Washington for the years 1791-1796 is written and signed by George Alderson, Sheriff of Kanawha County, and details the amount owed as $109.22. John Reynolds signs as a witness for Alderson's authority as Sheriff. A written receipt on verso is in George Washington's writing and confirms payment in a check on the Bank of Alexandria. Receipt is signed by Augustus Woodward. Manuscript document signed, with autograph note by George Washington, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington to Israel Shreve concerning Shreve's delinquent bond payments to Washington. Washington states '...to be plain, I never expect to obtain what is due from you, to me, but by a resort to a Court of Justice'. If Shreve can provide the Sheriff with the payment he owes, the Sheriff has been instructed to stay the legal proceedings that are about to be brought against him. Washington continues that he cannot extend more time to Shreve and that he expects the late payment as well as the next payment when it is due. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Bond between Lawrence Lewis, the executor of George Washington's estate, William Augustine Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr., for $230.00 for the sale of a bull from Mount Vernon. Typescript document, signed by William Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Letter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from Isaac Story to Thomas Jefferson concerning Story's desire for a commission. He has not had his authority as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy restored and he details his financial and legal experience. He indicates that he is including a geometrical illustration of the square root that he sent to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (not identified) as proof of his abilities. He goes on to praise George Washington and John Adams, stating of Adams, 'I was conversant with him from a child, as he was often in my Father's office'. He mentions his nephew, Joseph Story. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","British Order in Council signed by King George III concerning payment for shipping of British goods by London merchant, George Barclay, to Daniel Clarke in New Orleans. The document details an owed sum of £30,000 and upwards. George III grants permission for Barclay and company to load neutral ships with goods such as gold, silver, and indigo in Havana, River Plata, or Vera Cruz. Signed 'Spencer' at conclusion. Document signed, 3 pages, with blind embossed stamp and wax-sealed paper stamp.","Letter from George Clinton to Benjamin Walker concerning lands owned jointly by Clinton and George Washington which, following the death of George Washington, have been transferred to his nephew and namesake, George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Certificate of freedom for a man named James Dusenbury in the city and county of New York. This document confirms Dusenbury's free status and provides his physical description as five foot two inches, dark eyes, with gray hair, and a listed age of around 62. His birthplace is listed as Queen's County, NY, and his free status was established in 1798. Signed by Andrew Lawrence as a witness and by Richard Cunningham, an Alderman of New York City. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Fragment of a document regarding lease payments with incomplete notes in George Washington's writing. Typescript document with autograph notes, 1 page.","This map was engraved by John Gibson and published in The London Magazine or Gentleman's Intelligencer, vol. 23 (June, 1754). It depicts the region from Lake Ontario southwest to the New River, and shows forts, trails, waterfalls, and general locations of Native American tribe settlements.","Broadside by Andrew Van Bibber in Baltimore, MD, advertising lands for sale or rent along the Little Kanawha River. The advertisement references President George Washington's land holdings on the Great Kanawha River and his formation of an 'extensive and valuable settlement'. Van Bibber states he will accept produce, paper, property, or enslaved people as payment. Manuscript note on verso, dated 12 November 1825, concerns 2000 acres of land and a Michael Ryan and Mr. Keys. Typescript document, 1 page.","Printed Congressional act from the fourth Congress of the U.S. in the second session. Concerning additional duties on certain imported goods, including brown sugar, sugar-candy, and cocoa. Typescript document, 1 page.","This map of French Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley is from,'A new general atlas, containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms, and other dominions of the world', 1721. Includes information about Native American settlements.","Map of Canada, and the East Coast of America including Florida, Virginia, New York, North and South Carolina, as well as the course of the Mississippi River. The map was engraved by Herman Van Loon and was part of Nicholas de Fer's 'Atlas Curieux'. Includes notes and a list of coordinates for various locations on the right side, as well as locations of various Native American settlements. The cartouche notes that this copy of the map is available from I.F. Benard (Jacques-François Benard), son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer, who took over the business after de Fer's death in 1720. Benard et al continued to sell de Fer's unaltered maps into the 1740s, dating this edition from c.1720-1747, with the original made in 1702.","Document signed by Robert Dinwiddie, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, granting 89 acres of land in Brunswick County, VA, to Ebenezer Shearman in the name of King George II. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Covers the area from the Great Lakes to South Carolina and from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. Shows provinces, towns, forts, tribal territories, and Native American settlements. Appears in Giles Robert de Vaugondy's 'Atlas Universal', 1757.","Map of the Midwestern and Southern states, including Florida and Louisiana. Shows topographic features, locations of forts and missions, and Native American settlements. Appears in Jean Françoise de la Harpe's 'Abrégé de l'histoire générale des voyages ... atlas', 1780.","Copied from the 1755 original, includes historical notes and 3 distance tables. It also locates hundreds of European and Native American settlements and depicts networks of roads and trails. Includes notations for Dartmouth College, the location of 'elephant bones', salt and limestone deposits, petroleum in western Pennsylvania, and coal in Ohio.","One map slipcase, associated with map titled 'A general map of the middle British colonies, in America...' by Lewis Evans and engraved by J. Gibson, 1758. Marbled board slipcase.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1765 and Ending the 29th day of September 1766'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 2 pages.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1766 and Ending the 29th day of September 1767'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Deed of land granted from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, to Henry Whiting concerning a 951 acre tract in Berkeley County called Swan Ponds. The surveyor is listed as Guy Broadwater and Richard Rigg, with neighbors listed as Rutherford, Turner, Wilson, Fairfax, and Vanmeter abutting. Document signed by Lord Fairfax, 1 page, with paper seal over wax.","Map of Virginia and Maryland based on surveys by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson, accurately delineating boundaries, roads, settlements, and Native American trails, and incorporating considerable new geographical information. It was issued in 1775 for inclusion in Thomas Jeffery's 'American Atlas'.","Document signed by George Clinton, Governor of New York, granting 300 acres of land in the township of Clinton in Montgomery County to Edward Carpenter. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions and green ribbon seal fragment, 1 page.","The map was published to accompany 'Prospectus pour l'éstablissement sur les rivières d'Ohio et de Scioto en Amérique', 1789. The prospectus and map were issued by the Scioto Company, which was associated with the Ohio Company. The map shows Ohio from Lake Erie south to the Ohio River, and as far west as the Scioto.","Identifies individual land grants in the area that would become Ohio. Note printed near top center of map indicates map is meant to be colored.","Map showing the route of the proposed Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, with the route highlighted in red. Includes elevation profile in 3 segments, and 'Tranverse section of the canal'. Statement of responsibility: 'Reduced from the general map annexed to the report upon the contemplated canal and drawn, by Lieut. Farley, U.S.A. ; etched by Wm. Harrison, Georgetown, D.C. ; letter'd by D.R. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","The collection is divided into three series: Manuscripts, Publications, and Oversize. The folders are arranged in chronological order within each series.","Series 1. Manuscripts\nSeries 2. Publications\nSeries 3. Oversize","Pater Noster Row, London: R. Baldwin, 1754","London : Printed for Daniel Browne, 1721","Paris: c. 1720-1747","Paris : J. F. La Harpe, 1780","Charing Cross, London: Sold by T. Jefferys, 1758","London: Printed for Robt. Sayer, 1775","Paris: 1789","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 718","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 75","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 712","This collection consist of 47 documents, 10 maps, and 1 map slipcase collected by Ted and Mary Wendell. The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for John Elswick, detailing 437 acres on Lost River in Augusta County (now Hampshire County, WV). Two additional people are listed in the document: John Lonem and Samuel McHandry (C.C.-chainmen). The docket on verso notes, 'Deed drawn in Thomas Walter's name'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Walter Shirley, detailing 311 acres in Frederick County, VA. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Mary Johnston, detailing 400 acres between Bullskin Run and Long Marsh Run in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, WV). Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - John Johnston, James McCarmick (C.C.- chainmen) and Benjamin Pearson (marker). Docketed in Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington, written by Washington's secretary, John Kirkpatrick, to Peter Hog (or Hoge) with instructions to build a chain of forts along the frontiers from Fort Dinwiddie towards the Mayo River. Washington explains that this was decided by a Council of War at Fort Cumberland. He orders Hog to Augusta Courthouse to raise a militia to assist his own company in erecting the forts and urges vigilance against attack: 'you are, while upon this work to keep out constant covering parties, and above all things guard against a surprize'. Washington states that Hog's men will receive double pay for every day they work while construction is under way and he advises Hog about acquiring the necessary building tools. Letter signed, 2 pages.","Land grant to Thomas Martin for his service in the French and Indian War, under the Proclamation of 1763. Granted in New York and signed by Edwin Chandler. The docket reads 'Received New York the 20 January 1767 of Mr. Christopher Roosevelt the sum of ten shillings for my property of lands allotted me' and is signed by Thomas Martin. Manuscript document, signed by Thomas Martin, 2 pages.","Letter from Wills Hill, Lord Hillsborough, to Horatio Sharpe, Proprietary Governor of Maryland. Acting as the agent of King George III, Hillsborough orders Sharpe to submit a 'complete Collection, either in Manuscript, or Print, of the Laws of the Propriety under your Government' at the first opportunity. Letter signed, 1 page.","Order of council concerning George Washington's formal petition on behalf of himself and other veterans of the French and Indian War to receive the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754. The council has approved the petition and the petitioners will be allowed five years to survey their grants. The docket is in Washington's writing, titled 'Order of Council 15th December 1769. Respecting the 200,000 acres of land petitioned for'. Manuscript document, with autograph note by George Washington, 1 page.","Land agreement between George Washington and George Muse, granting Washington one-third of the bounty lands Muse was entitled to under Governor Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. This agreement stipulates that Washington and his heirs are responsible for the costs of surveying and securing the one-third share. Witnessed and signed by Fielding Lewis, James Hunter, and Charles Washington, as well as George Washington and George Muse. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with 2 partial red wax seals.","Land survey with plat map by William Crawford for George Washington, detailing 587 acres on the Ohio River known as the Round Bottom tract. Two additional men are named as 'chainmen'. Docket note, in Washington's writing, reads 'Memorandum of the warrants laid upon this tract', with names and acreage listed. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Copy of an order of council, in George Washington's writing, concerning Washington's proposals for apportioning the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754 to Washington and other veterans of the French and Indian War. The council accepted Washington's proposals for the division of the bounty lands already surveyed. The order goes on to list the individual claimants and their authorized patents, with listed acreage. Listed claimants include George Washington, George Muse, George Mercer, and Joshua Fry. Autograph document, 1 page.","Land survey without plat map by William Crawford for John Fry, detailing 1525 acres. A note in George Washington's writing indicates that this surveyed land is patented to Joshua Fry, John Fry's father, by an Order of Council dated November 6, 1772. This order apportioned bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War by the Proclamation of 1754. The note continues that the patent will be issued to John Fry, as Joshua Fry's heir. Six additional men are listed as 'chainmen' and 'marker'. Document is signed and docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Jonathan Boucher concerning the tenancy of Washington's lands on the Ohio River. Washington thanks Boucher and a Dr. Barton for their assistance and asks Boucher to provide Dr. Barton with an enclosed advertisement (not identified). Washington goes into detail about the land and his estimation of its value based on location and the probability of the establishment of a new colony on the Ohio. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Order of council written and signed by John Blair, Clerk of the Council, concerning stipulations for lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War in the Proclamation of 1763. Thomas Walker is listed as the main petitioner. Docketed in George Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George Mercer, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Mercer and his brother. The docket, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.11.11. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of the proposed costs for exploring, surveying, and patenting bounty lands granted to Richard Smith as a veteran of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754. Smith's listed part of the 200,000 granted acres is 500 acres. Signed by George Washington. Docket reads, \"Pay the within contents of One pound, three shillings, and Eight pence to Captn William Crawford' and is dated February 25, 1774 and signed by Washington as well as William Crawford. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Account of the costs between George Washington and the estate of Captain Robert Stobo, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Stobo. The docket fragment, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.6.7. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to William Preston concerning land granted to him under the Proclamation of 1754, which granted bounty lands to veterans of the French and Indian War. Washington explains that the land, located on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia), was surveyed by William Crawford. Washington asks Preston to certify this survey so that it can be submitted under the later Proclamation of 1763 in order to acquire additional lands. Washington expresses his displeasure at the idea that he will be excluded from these additional bounty lands if they are reserved solely for British regulars: 'I can see no cause why Americans (who have serv'd his Majesty in the late War with as much fidelity, and without presumption, with as much Success, as his British Troops) should be stigmatiz'd...'. Washington goes on to guarantee that he will pay Preston the same fees for approving Crawford's survey as he would if Preston were to make the survey himself. Autograph letter with signature missing (lower section of the sheet is missing), 3 pages.","Fragment of three words, from a letter from George Washington to William Preston. The letter concerns Washington's land on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia) acquired under the Proclamation of 1754 and the Proclamation of 1763. This fragment contains three words cut from the letter, 'of it, upon', and is from the missing lower section of the third page. For the remaining letter, see  2024-SC-009-017. Autograph letter unsigned.","Letter from George Washington to Peter Hog (or Hoge) concerning Captain William Crawford. Washington requests Hog's assistance in attaining a commission for Crawford as assistant surveyor to Colonel Thomas Lewis in Augusta County, VA. Washington explains that Lord John Dunmore, Governor of Virginia, has recommended this appointment. He goes on to express regret that Captain Crawford was unable to attend a meeting of the Sandy Creek claimants at Winchester on March 5th. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George William Fairfax, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions range June 15-December 20, 1774, and include costs for 'cash sent to the Annapolis printer advertizing Belvoir and the sale of goods there', etc. Docket note lists a total of £238.11.10. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from Guy Carleton, British Governor of Quebec, to John Powell, Deputy Paymaster General. Carleton directs Powell to pay 1369 pounds, 19 shillings, and 2 pence sterling to Mr. Bryce McCumming, Paymaster of the 31st regiment, for the subsistence of the regiment from June 25-August 24, 1776. Letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to John Hancock. Referring to himself in the third person as 'General', Washington thanks Hancock for the gift of fish sent to his camp at Morristown, NJ. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Battaile Muse, Washington's agent for his tenanted lands in Frederick, Fauquier, Berkeley, and Loudoun counties. Washington details the purchasing of various crops such as wheat and clover and discusses market values in Alexandria, VA. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Land survey plat by George Washington of a tract along Four Mile Run in Arlington County, VA. One notation reads, 'This dotted line from the hickory to the Run gives and takes about 5 1/2 acres of land'. Autograph document, 1 page.","Assessment of the lands and estates of George Washington, with discussion about acreage of certain holdings and description of crop yields and land rents. The document notes, \"General Washington possesses 10-100 acres in one body where he lives Constantly employs 250 hands 24 ploughs sowed in the year 1778 600 bushels oats 700 acres wheat..\". Specifies livestock holdings as well. Includes a survey without plat map of an unspecified holding, with reference to shared borders with Gilbert Lane, Guisbert Lane, and Samuel Stout. Manuscript document, 1 page.","Appointment of Azor Orne as an elector of the President and Vice President, dated November 17, 1792. Signed on the left side by John Hancock as Governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary, John Avery. Manuscript document signed, 1 page, with paper seal affixed to the upper right corner.","Letter from Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General, to the Postmaster at Machias, Maine. Habersham requests that any letters addressed to George Washington Lafayette (son of the Marquis de Lafayette), Mr. Motier, or Mr. Frestel (George Washington Lafayette's tutor) be directed to President George Washington and forwarded without delay. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from John Quincy Adams, on behalf of George Washington, to the National Assembly of the Batavian Republic. Adams, having served as the Resident Minister of the US to the Batavian Republic, is moving to another post. This letter, in which Adams refers to himself in the third person, conveys a desire for continued harmony and friendship between the two republics. Signed in Adam's writing, 'G. Washington'. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Two indenture forms. The first indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington and George Clinton sell 254 acres located south of the Mohawk River in Herkimer County, NY, part of a tract of land called Coxburgh, to four named parties: Thomas Hart, Deodatus Clark, Rufus Willard, and Judah Stebbins. The listed purchase price is £192. Signed twice by George Clinton, once for himself and once as George Washington's attorney. The second indenture form is blank with docket information on the reverse referencing the first indenture. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 3 pages.","Memorandum by George Washington concerning the provisions for the rent of his bounty lands on the Great Kanawha River. Washington details leasing plans for 23,216 acres of land for the next 100 years, including a written chart of the rents from 1798 to 1897. Autograph document signed, 3 pages.","Account and written receipt of payment for back taxes on two tracts of land on the Ohio River in Kanawha County, paid by George Washington to Augustus Woodward. The account of the money owed by Washington for the years 1791-1796 is written and signed by George Alderson, Sheriff of Kanawha County, and details the amount owed as $109.22. John Reynolds signs as a witness for Alderson's authority as Sheriff. A written receipt on verso is in George Washington's writing and confirms payment in a check on the Bank of Alexandria. Receipt is signed by Augustus Woodward. Manuscript document signed, with autograph note by George Washington, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington to Israel Shreve concerning Shreve's delinquent bond payments to Washington. Washington states '...to be plain, I never expect to obtain what is due from you, to me, but by a resort to a Court of Justice'. If Shreve can provide the Sheriff with the payment he owes, the Sheriff has been instructed to stay the legal proceedings that are about to be brought against him. Washington continues that he cannot extend more time to Shreve and that he expects the late payment as well as the next payment when it is due. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Bond between Lawrence Lewis, the executor of George Washington's estate, William Augustine Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr., for $230.00 for the sale of a bull from Mount Vernon. Typescript document, signed by William Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Letter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from Isaac Story to Thomas Jefferson concerning Story's desire for a commission. He has not had his authority as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy restored and he details his financial and legal experience. He indicates that he is including a geometrical illustration of the square root that he sent to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (not identified) as proof of his abilities. He goes on to praise George Washington and John Adams, stating of Adams, 'I was conversant with him from a child, as he was often in my Father's office'. He mentions his nephew, Joseph Story. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","British Order in Council signed by King George III concerning payment for shipping of British goods by London merchant, George Barclay, to Daniel Clarke in New Orleans. The document details an owed sum of £30,000 and upwards. George III grants permission for Barclay and company to load neutral ships with goods such as gold, silver, and indigo in Havana, River Plata, or Vera Cruz. Signed 'Spencer' at conclusion. Document signed, 3 pages, with blind embossed stamp and wax-sealed paper stamp.","Letter from George Clinton to Benjamin Walker concerning lands owned jointly by Clinton and George Washington which, following the death of George Washington, have been transferred to his nephew and namesake, George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Certificate of freedom for a man named James Dusenbury in the city and county of New York. This document confirms Dusenbury's free status and provides his physical description as five foot two inches, dark eyes, with gray hair, and a listed age of around 62. His birthplace is listed as Queen's County, NY, and his free status was established in 1798. Signed by Andrew Lawrence as a witness and by Richard Cunningham, an Alderman of New York City. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Fragment of a document regarding lease payments with incomplete notes in George Washington's writing. Typescript document with autograph notes, 1 page.","This map was engraved by John Gibson and published in The London Magazine or Gentleman's Intelligencer, vol. 23 (June, 1754). It depicts the region from Lake Ontario southwest to the New River, and shows forts, trails, waterfalls, and general locations of Native American tribe settlements.","Broadside by Andrew Van Bibber in Baltimore, MD, advertising lands for sale or rent along the Little Kanawha River. The advertisement references President George Washington's land holdings on the Great Kanawha River and his formation of an 'extensive and valuable settlement'. Van Bibber states he will accept produce, paper, property, or enslaved people as payment. Manuscript note on verso, dated 12 November 1825, concerns 2000 acres of land and a Michael Ryan and Mr. Keys. Typescript document, 1 page.","Printed Congressional act from the fourth Congress of the U.S. in the second session. Concerning additional duties on certain imported goods, including brown sugar, sugar-candy, and cocoa. Typescript document, 1 page.","This map of French Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley is from,'A new general atlas, containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms, and other dominions of the world', 1721. Includes information about Native American settlements.","Map of Canada, and the East Coast of America including Florida, Virginia, New York, North and South Carolina, as well as the course of the Mississippi River. The map was engraved by Herman Van Loon and was part of Nicholas de Fer's 'Atlas Curieux'. Includes notes and a list of coordinates for various locations on the right side, as well as locations of various Native American settlements. The cartouche notes that this copy of the map is available from I.F. Benard (Jacques-François Benard), son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer, who took over the business after de Fer's death in 1720. Benard et al continued to sell de Fer's unaltered maps into the 1740s, dating this edition from c.1720-1747, with the original made in 1702.","Document signed by Robert Dinwiddie, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, granting 89 acres of land in Brunswick County, VA, to Ebenezer Shearman in the name of King George II. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Covers the area from the Great Lakes to South Carolina and from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. Shows provinces, towns, forts, tribal territories, and Native American settlements. Appears in Giles Robert de Vaugondy's 'Atlas Universal', 1757.","Map of the Midwestern and Southern states, including Florida and Louisiana. Shows topographic features, locations of forts and missions, and Native American settlements. Appears in Jean Françoise de la Harpe's 'Abrégé de l'histoire générale des voyages ... atlas', 1780.","Copied from the 1755 original, includes historical notes and 3 distance tables. It also locates hundreds of European and Native American settlements and depicts networks of roads and trails. Includes notations for Dartmouth College, the location of 'elephant bones', salt and limestone deposits, petroleum in western Pennsylvania, and coal in Ohio.","One map slipcase, associated with map titled 'A general map of the middle British colonies, in America...' by Lewis Evans and engraved by J. Gibson, 1758. Marbled board slipcase.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1765 and Ending the 29th day of September 1766'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 2 pages.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1766 and Ending the 29th day of September 1767'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Deed of land granted from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, to Henry Whiting concerning a 951 acre tract in Berkeley County called Swan Ponds. The surveyor is listed as Guy Broadwater and Richard Rigg, with neighbors listed as Rutherford, Turner, Wilson, Fairfax, and Vanmeter abutting. Document signed by Lord Fairfax, 1 page, with paper seal over wax.","Map of Virginia and Maryland based on surveys by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson, accurately delineating boundaries, roads, settlements, and Native American trails, and incorporating considerable new geographical information. It was issued in 1775 for inclusion in Thomas Jeffery's 'American Atlas'.","Document signed by George Clinton, Governor of New York, granting 300 acres of land in the township of Clinton in Montgomery County to Edward Carpenter. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions and green ribbon seal fragment, 1 page.","The map was published to accompany 'Prospectus pour l'éstablissement sur les rivières d'Ohio et de Scioto en Amérique', 1789. The prospectus and map were issued by the Scioto Company, which was associated with the Ohio Company. The map shows Ohio from Lake Erie south to the Ohio River, and as far west as the Scioto.","Identifies individual land grants in the area that would become Ohio. Note printed near top center of map indicates map is meant to be colored.","Map showing the route of the proposed Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, with the route highlighted in red. Includes elevation profile in 3 segments, and 'Tranverse section of the canal'. Statement of responsibility: 'Reduced from the general map annexed to the report upon the contemplated canal and drawn, by Lieut. Farley, U.S.A. ; etched by Wm. Harrison, Georgetown, D.C. ; letter'd by D.R. 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The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by George Washington for John Elswick, detailing 437 acres on Lost River in Augusta County (now Hampshire County, WV). Two additional people are listed in the document: John Lonem and Samuel McHandry (C.C.-chainmen). The docket on verso notes, 'Deed drawn in Thomas Walter's name'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by George Washington for Walter Shirley, detailing 311 acres in Frederick County, VA. 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He orders Hog to Augusta Courthouse to raise a militia to assist his own company in erecting the forts and urges vigilance against attack: 'you are, while upon this work to keep out constant covering parties, and above all things guard against a surprize'. Washington states that Hog's men will receive double pay for every day they work while construction is under way and he advises Hog about acquiring the necessary building tools. Letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant to Thomas Martin for his service in the French and Indian War, under the Proclamation of 1763. Granted in New York and signed by Edwin Chandler. The docket reads 'Received New York the 20 January 1767 of Mr. Christopher Roosevelt the sum of ten shillings for my property of lands allotted me' and is signed by Thomas Martin. Manuscript document, signed by Thomas Martin, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Wills Hill, Lord Hillsborough, to Horatio Sharpe, Proprietary Governor of Maryland. Acting as the agent of King George III, Hillsborough orders Sharpe to submit a 'complete Collection, either in Manuscript, or Print, of the Laws of the Propriety under your Government' at the first opportunity. Letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder of council concerning George Washington's formal petition on behalf of himself and other veterans of the French and Indian War to receive the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754. The council has approved the petition and the petitioners will be allowed five years to survey their grants. The docket is in Washington's writing, titled 'Order of Council 15th December 1769. Respecting the 200,000 acres of land petitioned for'. Manuscript document, with autograph note by George Washington, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand agreement between George Washington and George Muse, granting Washington one-third of the bounty lands Muse was entitled to under Governor Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. This agreement stipulates that Washington and his heirs are responsible for the costs of surveying and securing the one-third share. Witnessed and signed by Fielding Lewis, James Hunter, and Charles Washington, as well as George Washington and George Muse. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with 2 partial red wax seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with plat map by William Crawford for George Washington, detailing 587 acres on the Ohio River known as the Round Bottom tract. Two additional men are named as 'chainmen'. Docket note, in Washington's writing, reads 'Memorandum of the warrants laid upon this tract', with names and acreage listed. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of an order of council, in George Washington's writing, concerning Washington's proposals for apportioning the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754 to Washington and other veterans of the French and Indian War. The council accepted Washington's proposals for the division of the bounty lands already surveyed. The order goes on to list the individual claimants and their authorized patents, with listed acreage. Listed claimants include George Washington, George Muse, George Mercer, and Joshua Fry. Autograph document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey without plat map by William Crawford for John Fry, detailing 1525 acres. A note in George Washington's writing indicates that this surveyed land is patented to Joshua Fry, John Fry's father, by an Order of Council dated November 6, 1772. This order apportioned bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War by the Proclamation of 1754. The note continues that the patent will be issued to John Fry, as Joshua Fry's heir. Six additional men are listed as 'chainmen' and 'marker'. Document is signed and docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Jonathan Boucher concerning the tenancy of Washington's lands on the Ohio River. Washington thanks Boucher and a Dr. Barton for their assistance and asks Boucher to provide Dr. Barton with an enclosed advertisement (not identified). Washington goes into detail about the land and his estimation of its value based on location and the probability of the establishment of a new colony on the Ohio. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder of council written and signed by John Blair, Clerk of the Council, concerning stipulations for lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War in the Proclamation of 1763. Thomas Walker is listed as the main petitioner. Docketed in George Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of transactions and costs between George Washington and George Mercer, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Mercer and his brother. The docket, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.11.11. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the proposed costs for exploring, surveying, and patenting bounty lands granted to Richard Smith as a veteran of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754. Smith's listed part of the 200,000 granted acres is 500 acres. Signed by George Washington. Docket reads, \"Pay the within contents of One pound, three shillings, and Eight pence to Captn William Crawford' and is dated February 25, 1774 and signed by Washington as well as William Crawford. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of the costs between George Washington and the estate of Captain Robert Stobo, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Stobo. The docket fragment, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.6.7. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to William Preston concerning land granted to him under the Proclamation of 1754, which granted bounty lands to veterans of the French and Indian War. Washington explains that the land, located on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia), was surveyed by William Crawford. Washington asks Preston to certify this survey so that it can be submitted under the later Proclamation of 1763 in order to acquire additional lands. Washington expresses his displeasure at the idea that he will be excluded from these additional bounty lands if they are reserved solely for British regulars: 'I can see no cause why Americans (who have serv'd his Majesty in the late War with as much fidelity, and without presumption, with as much Success, as his British Troops) should be stigmatiz'd...'. Washington goes on to guarantee that he will pay Preston the same fees for approving Crawford's survey as he would if Preston were to make the survey himself. Autograph letter with signature missing (lower section of the sheet is missing), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of three words, from a letter from George Washington to William Preston. The letter concerns Washington's land on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia) acquired under the Proclamation of 1754 and the Proclamation of 1763. This fragment contains three words cut from the letter, 'of it, upon', and is from the missing lower section of the third page. For the remaining letter, see  2024-SC-009-017. Autograph letter unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Peter Hog (or Hoge) concerning Captain William Crawford. Washington requests Hog's assistance in attaining a commission for Crawford as assistant surveyor to Colonel Thomas Lewis in Augusta County, VA. Washington explains that Lord John Dunmore, Governor of Virginia, has recommended this appointment. He goes on to express regret that Captain Crawford was unable to attend a meeting of the Sandy Creek claimants at Winchester on March 5th. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of transactions and costs between George Washington and George William Fairfax, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions range June 15-December 20, 1774, and include costs for 'cash sent to the Annapolis printer advertizing Belvoir and the sale of goods there', etc. Docket note lists a total of £238.11.10. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Guy Carleton, British Governor of Quebec, to John Powell, Deputy Paymaster General. Carleton directs Powell to pay 1369 pounds, 19 shillings, and 2 pence sterling to Mr. Bryce McCumming, Paymaster of the 31st regiment, for the subsistence of the regiment from June 25-August 24, 1776. Letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to John Hancock. Referring to himself in the third person as 'General', Washington thanks Hancock for the gift of fish sent to his camp at Morristown, NJ. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Battaile Muse, Washington's agent for his tenanted lands in Frederick, Fauquier, Berkeley, and Loudoun counties. Washington details the purchasing of various crops such as wheat and clover and discusses market values in Alexandria, VA. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey plat by George Washington of a tract along Four Mile Run in Arlington County, VA. One notation reads, 'This dotted line from the hickory to the Run gives and takes about 5 1/2 acres of land'. Autograph document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssessment of the lands and estates of George Washington, with discussion about acreage of certain holdings and description of crop yields and land rents. The document notes, \"General Washington possesses 10-100 acres in one body where he lives Constantly employs 250 hands 24 ploughs sowed in the year 1778 600 bushels oats 700 acres wheat..\". Specifies livestock holdings as well. Includes a survey without plat map of an unspecified holding, with reference to shared borders with Gilbert Lane, Guisbert Lane, and Samuel Stout. Manuscript document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Azor Orne as an elector of the President and Vice President, dated November 17, 1792. Signed on the left side by John Hancock as Governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary, John Avery. Manuscript document signed, 1 page, with paper seal affixed to the upper right corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General, to the Postmaster at Machias, Maine. Habersham requests that any letters addressed to George Washington Lafayette (son of the Marquis de Lafayette), Mr. Motier, or Mr. Frestel (George Washington Lafayette's tutor) be directed to President George Washington and forwarded without delay. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Quincy Adams, on behalf of George Washington, to the National Assembly of the Batavian Republic. Adams, having served as the Resident Minister of the US to the Batavian Republic, is moving to another post. This letter, in which Adams refers to himself in the third person, conveys a desire for continued harmony and friendship between the two republics. Signed in Adam's writing, 'G. Washington'. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo indenture forms. The first indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington and George Clinton sell 254 acres located south of the Mohawk River in Herkimer County, NY, part of a tract of land called Coxburgh, to four named parties: Thomas Hart, Deodatus Clark, Rufus Willard, and Judah Stebbins. The listed purchase price is £192. Signed twice by George Clinton, once for himself and once as George Washington's attorney. The second indenture form is blank with docket information on the reverse referencing the first indenture. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum by George Washington concerning the provisions for the rent of his bounty lands on the Great Kanawha River. Washington details leasing plans for 23,216 acres of land for the next 100 years, including a written chart of the rents from 1798 to 1897. Autograph document signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount and written receipt of payment for back taxes on two tracts of land on the Ohio River in Kanawha County, paid by George Washington to Augustus Woodward. The account of the money owed by Washington for the years 1791-1796 is written and signed by George Alderson, Sheriff of Kanawha County, and details the amount owed as $109.22. John Reynolds signs as a witness for Alderson's authority as Sheriff. A written receipt on verso is in George Washington's writing and confirms payment in a check on the Bank of Alexandria. Receipt is signed by Augustus Woodward. Manuscript document signed, with autograph note by George Washington, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Israel Shreve concerning Shreve's delinquent bond payments to Washington. Washington states '...to be plain, I never expect to obtain what is due from you, to me, but by a resort to a Court of Justice'. If Shreve can provide the Sheriff with the payment he owes, the Sheriff has been instructed to stay the legal proceedings that are about to be brought against him. Washington continues that he cannot extend more time to Shreve and that he expects the late payment as well as the next payment when it is due. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond between Lawrence Lewis, the executor of George Washington's estate, William Augustine Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr., for $230.00 for the sale of a bull from Mount Vernon. Typescript document, signed by William Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Isaac Story to Thomas Jefferson concerning Story's desire for a commission. He has not had his authority as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy restored and he details his financial and legal experience. He indicates that he is including a geometrical illustration of the square root that he sent to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (not identified) as proof of his abilities. He goes on to praise George Washington and John Adams, stating of Adams, 'I was conversant with him from a child, as he was often in my Father's office'. He mentions his nephew, Joseph Story. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBritish Order in Council signed by King George III concerning payment for shipping of British goods by London merchant, George Barclay, to Daniel Clarke in New Orleans. The document details an owed sum of £30,000 and upwards. George III grants permission for Barclay and company to load neutral ships with goods such as gold, silver, and indigo in Havana, River Plata, or Vera Cruz. Signed 'Spencer' at conclusion. Document signed, 3 pages, with blind embossed stamp and wax-sealed paper stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Clinton to Benjamin Walker concerning lands owned jointly by Clinton and George Washington which, following the death of George Washington, have been transferred to his nephew and namesake, George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of freedom for a man named James Dusenbury in the city and county of New York. This document confirms Dusenbury's free status and provides his physical description as five foot two inches, dark eyes, with gray hair, and a listed age of around 62. His birthplace is listed as Queen's County, NY, and his free status was established in 1798. Signed by Andrew Lawrence as a witness and by Richard Cunningham, an Alderman of New York City. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of a document regarding lease payments with incomplete notes in George Washington's writing. Typescript document with autograph notes, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis map was engraved by John Gibson and published in The London Magazine or Gentleman's Intelligencer, vol. 23 (June, 1754). It depicts the region from Lake Ontario southwest to the New River, and shows forts, trails, waterfalls, and general locations of Native American tribe settlements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside by Andrew Van Bibber in Baltimore, MD, advertising lands for sale or rent along the Little Kanawha River. The advertisement references President George Washington's land holdings on the Great Kanawha River and his formation of an 'extensive and valuable settlement'. Van Bibber states he will accept produce, paper, property, or enslaved people as payment. Manuscript note on verso, dated 12 November 1825, concerns 2000 acres of land and a Michael Ryan and Mr. Keys. Typescript document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Congressional act from the fourth Congress of the U.S. in the second session. Concerning additional duties on certain imported goods, including brown sugar, sugar-candy, and cocoa. Typescript document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis map of French Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley is from,'A new general atlas, containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms, and other dominions of the world', 1721. Includes information about Native American settlements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap of Canada, and the East Coast of America including Florida, Virginia, New York, North and South Carolina, as well as the course of the Mississippi River. The map was engraved by Herman Van Loon and was part of Nicholas de Fer's 'Atlas Curieux'. Includes notes and a list of coordinates for various locations on the right side, as well as locations of various Native American settlements. The cartouche notes that this copy of the map is available from I.F. Benard (Jacques-François Benard), son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer, who took over the business after de Fer's death in 1720. Benard et al continued to sell de Fer's unaltered maps into the 1740s, dating this edition from c.1720-1747, with the original made in 1702.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed by Robert Dinwiddie, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, granting 89 acres of land in Brunswick County, VA, to Ebenezer Shearman in the name of King George II. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovers the area from the Great Lakes to South Carolina and from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. Shows provinces, towns, forts, tribal territories, and Native American settlements. Appears in Giles Robert de Vaugondy's 'Atlas Universal', 1757.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap of the Midwestern and Southern states, including Florida and Louisiana. Shows topographic features, locations of forts and missions, and Native American settlements. Appears in Jean Françoise de la Harpe's 'Abrégé de l'histoire générale des voyages ... atlas', 1780.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopied from the 1755 original, includes historical notes and 3 distance tables. It also locates hundreds of European and Native American settlements and depicts networks of roads and trails. Includes notations for Dartmouth College, the location of 'elephant bones', salt and limestone deposits, petroleum in western Pennsylvania, and coal in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne map slipcase, associated with map titled 'A general map of the middle British colonies, in America...' by Lewis Evans and engraved by J. Gibson, 1758. Marbled board slipcase.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1765 and Ending the 29th day of September 1766'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1766 and Ending the 29th day of September 1767'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of land granted from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, to Henry Whiting concerning a 951 acre tract in Berkeley County called Swan Ponds. The surveyor is listed as Guy Broadwater and Richard Rigg, with neighbors listed as Rutherford, Turner, Wilson, Fairfax, and Vanmeter abutting. Document signed by Lord Fairfax, 1 page, with paper seal over wax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap of Virginia and Maryland based on surveys by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson, accurately delineating boundaries, roads, settlements, and Native American trails, and incorporating considerable new geographical information. It was issued in 1775 for inclusion in Thomas Jeffery's 'American Atlas'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed by George Clinton, Governor of New York, granting 300 acres of land in the township of Clinton in Montgomery County to Edward Carpenter. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions and green ribbon seal fragment, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe map was published to accompany 'Prospectus pour l'éstablissement sur les rivières d'Ohio et de Scioto en Amérique', 1789. The prospectus and map were issued by the Scioto Company, which was associated with the Ohio Company. The map shows Ohio from Lake Erie south to the Ohio River, and as far west as the Scioto.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIdentifies individual land grants in the area that would become Ohio. Note printed near top center of map indicates map is meant to be colored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap showing the route of the proposed Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, with the route highlighted in red. Includes elevation profile in 3 segments, and 'Tranverse section of the canal'. Statement of responsibility: 'Reduced from the general map annexed to the report upon the contemplated canal and drawn, by Lieut. Farley, U.S.A. ; etched by Wm. 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The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for John Elswick, detailing 437 acres on Lost River in Augusta County (now Hampshire County, WV). Two additional people are listed in the document: John Lonem and Samuel McHandry (C.C.-chainmen). The docket on verso notes, 'Deed drawn in Thomas Walter's name'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Walter Shirley, detailing 311 acres in Frederick County, VA. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Land survey with plat map by George Washington for Mary Johnston, detailing 400 acres between Bullskin Run and Long Marsh Run in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, WV). Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - John Johnston, James McCarmick (C.C.- chainmen) and Benjamin Pearson (marker). Docketed in Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington, written by Washington's secretary, John Kirkpatrick, to Peter Hog (or Hoge) with instructions to build a chain of forts along the frontiers from Fort Dinwiddie towards the Mayo River. Washington explains that this was decided by a Council of War at Fort Cumberland. He orders Hog to Augusta Courthouse to raise a militia to assist his own company in erecting the forts and urges vigilance against attack: 'you are, while upon this work to keep out constant covering parties, and above all things guard against a surprize'. Washington states that Hog's men will receive double pay for every day they work while construction is under way and he advises Hog about acquiring the necessary building tools. Letter signed, 2 pages.","Land grant to Thomas Martin for his service in the French and Indian War, under the Proclamation of 1763. Granted in New York and signed by Edwin Chandler. The docket reads 'Received New York the 20 January 1767 of Mr. Christopher Roosevelt the sum of ten shillings for my property of lands allotted me' and is signed by Thomas Martin. Manuscript document, signed by Thomas Martin, 2 pages.","Letter from Wills Hill, Lord Hillsborough, to Horatio Sharpe, Proprietary Governor of Maryland. Acting as the agent of King George III, Hillsborough orders Sharpe to submit a 'complete Collection, either in Manuscript, or Print, of the Laws of the Propriety under your Government' at the first opportunity. Letter signed, 1 page.","Order of council concerning George Washington's formal petition on behalf of himself and other veterans of the French and Indian War to receive the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754. The council has approved the petition and the petitioners will be allowed five years to survey their grants. The docket is in Washington's writing, titled 'Order of Council 15th December 1769. Respecting the 200,000 acres of land petitioned for'. Manuscript document, with autograph note by George Washington, 1 page.","Land agreement between George Washington and George Muse, granting Washington one-third of the bounty lands Muse was entitled to under Governor Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. This agreement stipulates that Washington and his heirs are responsible for the costs of surveying and securing the one-third share. Witnessed and signed by Fielding Lewis, James Hunter, and Charles Washington, as well as George Washington and George Muse. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with 2 partial red wax seals.","Land survey with plat map by William Crawford for George Washington, detailing 587 acres on the Ohio River known as the Round Bottom tract. Two additional men are named as 'chainmen'. Docket note, in Washington's writing, reads 'Memorandum of the warrants laid upon this tract', with names and acreage listed. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Copy of an order of council, in George Washington's writing, concerning Washington's proposals for apportioning the 200,000 acres of land promised by Governor Dinwiddie in the Proclamation of 1754 to Washington and other veterans of the French and Indian War. The council accepted Washington's proposals for the division of the bounty lands already surveyed. The order goes on to list the individual claimants and their authorized patents, with listed acreage. Listed claimants include George Washington, George Muse, George Mercer, and Joshua Fry. Autograph document, 1 page.","Land survey without plat map by William Crawford for John Fry, detailing 1525 acres. A note in George Washington's writing indicates that this surveyed land is patented to Joshua Fry, John Fry's father, by an Order of Council dated November 6, 1772. This order apportioned bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War by the Proclamation of 1754. The note continues that the patent will be issued to John Fry, as Joshua Fry's heir. Six additional men are listed as 'chainmen' and 'marker'. Document is signed and docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Jonathan Boucher concerning the tenancy of Washington's lands on the Ohio River. Washington thanks Boucher and a Dr. Barton for their assistance and asks Boucher to provide Dr. Barton with an enclosed advertisement (not identified). Washington goes into detail about the land and his estimation of its value based on location and the probability of the establishment of a new colony on the Ohio. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Order of council written and signed by John Blair, Clerk of the Council, concerning stipulations for lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War in the Proclamation of 1763. Thomas Walker is listed as the main petitioner. Docketed in George Washington's writing. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George Mercer, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Mercer and his brother. The docket, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.11.11. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Account of the proposed costs for exploring, surveying, and patenting bounty lands granted to Richard Smith as a veteran of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754. Smith's listed part of the 200,000 granted acres is 500 acres. Signed by George Washington. Docket reads, \"Pay the within contents of One pound, three shillings, and Eight pence to Captn William Crawford' and is dated February 25, 1774 and signed by Washington as well as William Crawford. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Account of the costs between George Washington and the estate of Captain Robert Stobo, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions detail Washington's efforts to secure bounty lands granted to veterans of the French and Indian War under the Proclamation of 1754 on behalf of Stobo. The docket fragment, in Washington's writing, lists a total cost of £40.6.7. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to William Preston concerning land granted to him under the Proclamation of 1754, which granted bounty lands to veterans of the French and Indian War. Washington explains that the land, located on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia), was surveyed by William Crawford. Washington asks Preston to certify this survey so that it can be submitted under the later Proclamation of 1763 in order to acquire additional lands. Washington expresses his displeasure at the idea that he will be excluded from these additional bounty lands if they are reserved solely for British regulars: 'I can see no cause why Americans (who have serv'd his Majesty in the late War with as much fidelity, and without presumption, with as much Success, as his British Troops) should be stigmatiz'd...'. Washington goes on to guarantee that he will pay Preston the same fees for approving Crawford's survey as he would if Preston were to make the survey himself. Autograph letter with signature missing (lower section of the sheet is missing), 3 pages.","Fragment of three words, from a letter from George Washington to William Preston. The letter concerns Washington's land on the Great Kanawha River (in present-day West Virginia) acquired under the Proclamation of 1754 and the Proclamation of 1763. This fragment contains three words cut from the letter, 'of it, upon', and is from the missing lower section of the third page. For the remaining letter, see  2024-SC-009-017. Autograph letter unsigned.","Letter from George Washington to Peter Hog (or Hoge) concerning Captain William Crawford. Washington requests Hog's assistance in attaining a commission for Crawford as assistant surveyor to Colonel Thomas Lewis in Augusta County, VA. Washington explains that Lord John Dunmore, Governor of Virginia, has recommended this appointment. He goes on to express regret that Captain Crawford was unable to attend a meeting of the Sandy Creek claimants at Winchester on March 5th. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Account of transactions and costs between George Washington and George William Fairfax, in Washington's writing. The listed transactions range June 15-December 20, 1774, and include costs for 'cash sent to the Annapolis printer advertizing Belvoir and the sale of goods there', etc. Docket note lists a total of £238.11.10. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Letter from Guy Carleton, British Governor of Quebec, to John Powell, Deputy Paymaster General. Carleton directs Powell to pay 1369 pounds, 19 shillings, and 2 pence sterling to Mr. Bryce McCumming, Paymaster of the 31st regiment, for the subsistence of the regiment from June 25-August 24, 1776. Letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to John Hancock. Referring to himself in the third person as 'General', Washington thanks Hancock for the gift of fish sent to his camp at Morristown, NJ. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Washington to Battaile Muse, Washington's agent for his tenanted lands in Frederick, Fauquier, Berkeley, and Loudoun counties. Washington details the purchasing of various crops such as wheat and clover and discusses market values in Alexandria, VA. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Land survey plat by George Washington of a tract along Four Mile Run in Arlington County, VA. One notation reads, 'This dotted line from the hickory to the Run gives and takes about 5 1/2 acres of land'. Autograph document, 1 page.","Assessment of the lands and estates of George Washington, with discussion about acreage of certain holdings and description of crop yields and land rents. The document notes, \"General Washington possesses 10-100 acres in one body where he lives Constantly employs 250 hands 24 ploughs sowed in the year 1778 600 bushels oats 700 acres wheat..\". Specifies livestock holdings as well. Includes a survey without plat map of an unspecified holding, with reference to shared borders with Gilbert Lane, Guisbert Lane, and Samuel Stout. Manuscript document, 1 page.","Appointment of Azor Orne as an elector of the President and Vice President, dated November 17, 1792. Signed on the left side by John Hancock as Governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary, John Avery. Manuscript document signed, 1 page, with paper seal affixed to the upper right corner.","Letter from Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General, to the Postmaster at Machias, Maine. Habersham requests that any letters addressed to George Washington Lafayette (son of the Marquis de Lafayette), Mr. Motier, or Mr. Frestel (George Washington Lafayette's tutor) be directed to President George Washington and forwarded without delay. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from John Quincy Adams, on behalf of George Washington, to the National Assembly of the Batavian Republic. Adams, having served as the Resident Minister of the US to the Batavian Republic, is moving to another post. This letter, in which Adams refers to himself in the third person, conveys a desire for continued harmony and friendship between the two republics. Signed in Adam's writing, 'G. Washington'. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Two indenture forms. The first indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington and George Clinton sell 254 acres located south of the Mohawk River in Herkimer County, NY, part of a tract of land called Coxburgh, to four named parties: Thomas Hart, Deodatus Clark, Rufus Willard, and Judah Stebbins. The listed purchase price is £192. Signed twice by George Clinton, once for himself and once as George Washington's attorney. The second indenture form is blank with docket information on the reverse referencing the first indenture. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 3 pages.","Memorandum by George Washington concerning the provisions for the rent of his bounty lands on the Great Kanawha River. Washington details leasing plans for 23,216 acres of land for the next 100 years, including a written chart of the rents from 1798 to 1897. Autograph document signed, 3 pages.","Account and written receipt of payment for back taxes on two tracts of land on the Ohio River in Kanawha County, paid by George Washington to Augustus Woodward. The account of the money owed by Washington for the years 1791-1796 is written and signed by George Alderson, Sheriff of Kanawha County, and details the amount owed as $109.22. John Reynolds signs as a witness for Alderson's authority as Sheriff. A written receipt on verso is in George Washington's writing and confirms payment in a check on the Bank of Alexandria. Receipt is signed by Augustus Woodward. Manuscript document signed, with autograph note by George Washington, 2 pages.","Letter from George Washington to Israel Shreve concerning Shreve's delinquent bond payments to Washington. Washington states '...to be plain, I never expect to obtain what is due from you, to me, but by a resort to a Court of Justice'. If Shreve can provide the Sheriff with the payment he owes, the Sheriff has been instructed to stay the legal proceedings that are about to be brought against him. Washington continues that he cannot extend more time to Shreve and that he expects the late payment as well as the next payment when it is due. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Bond between Lawrence Lewis, the executor of George Washington's estate, William Augustine Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr., for $230.00 for the sale of a bull from Mount Vernon. Typescript document, signed by William Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and Thomas Lee Jr. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Letter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from Isaac Story to Thomas Jefferson concerning Story's desire for a commission. He has not had his authority as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy restored and he details his financial and legal experience. He indicates that he is including a geometrical illustration of the square root that he sent to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (not identified) as proof of his abilities. He goes on to praise George Washington and John Adams, stating of Adams, 'I was conversant with him from a child, as he was often in my Father's office'. He mentions his nephew, Joseph Story. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","British Order in Council signed by King George III concerning payment for shipping of British goods by London merchant, George Barclay, to Daniel Clarke in New Orleans. The document details an owed sum of £30,000 and upwards. George III grants permission for Barclay and company to load neutral ships with goods such as gold, silver, and indigo in Havana, River Plata, or Vera Cruz. Signed 'Spencer' at conclusion. Document signed, 3 pages, with blind embossed stamp and wax-sealed paper stamp.","Letter from George Clinton to Benjamin Walker concerning lands owned jointly by Clinton and George Washington which, following the death of George Washington, have been transferred to his nephew and namesake, George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Certificate of freedom for a man named James Dusenbury in the city and county of New York. This document confirms Dusenbury's free status and provides his physical description as five foot two inches, dark eyes, with gray hair, and a listed age of around 62. His birthplace is listed as Queen's County, NY, and his free status was established in 1798. Signed by Andrew Lawrence as a witness and by Richard Cunningham, an Alderman of New York City. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions, 1 page.","Fragment of a document regarding lease payments with incomplete notes in George Washington's writing. Typescript document with autograph notes, 1 page.","This map was engraved by John Gibson and published in The London Magazine or Gentleman's Intelligencer, vol. 23 (June, 1754). It depicts the region from Lake Ontario southwest to the New River, and shows forts, trails, waterfalls, and general locations of Native American tribe settlements.","Broadside by Andrew Van Bibber in Baltimore, MD, advertising lands for sale or rent along the Little Kanawha River. The advertisement references President George Washington's land holdings on the Great Kanawha River and his formation of an 'extensive and valuable settlement'. Van Bibber states he will accept produce, paper, property, or enslaved people as payment. Manuscript note on verso, dated 12 November 1825, concerns 2000 acres of land and a Michael Ryan and Mr. Keys. Typescript document, 1 page.","Printed Congressional act from the fourth Congress of the U.S. in the second session. Concerning additional duties on certain imported goods, including brown sugar, sugar-candy, and cocoa. Typescript document, 1 page.","This map of French Louisiana and the Mississippi Valley is from,'A new general atlas, containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms, and other dominions of the world', 1721. Includes information about Native American settlements.","Map of Canada, and the East Coast of America including Florida, Virginia, New York, North and South Carolina, as well as the course of the Mississippi River. The map was engraved by Herman Van Loon and was part of Nicholas de Fer's 'Atlas Curieux'. Includes notes and a list of coordinates for various locations on the right side, as well as locations of various Native American settlements. The cartouche notes that this copy of the map is available from I.F. Benard (Jacques-François Benard), son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer, who took over the business after de Fer's death in 1720. Benard et al continued to sell de Fer's unaltered maps into the 1740s, dating this edition from c.1720-1747, with the original made in 1702.","Document signed by Robert Dinwiddie, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, granting 89 acres of land in Brunswick County, VA, to Ebenezer Shearman in the name of King George II. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Covers the area from the Great Lakes to South Carolina and from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. Shows provinces, towns, forts, tribal territories, and Native American settlements. Appears in Giles Robert de Vaugondy's 'Atlas Universal', 1757.","Map of the Midwestern and Southern states, including Florida and Louisiana. Shows topographic features, locations of forts and missions, and Native American settlements. Appears in Jean Françoise de la Harpe's 'Abrégé de l'histoire générale des voyages ... atlas', 1780.","Copied from the 1755 original, includes historical notes and 3 distance tables. It also locates hundreds of European and Native American settlements and depicts networks of roads and trails. Includes notations for Dartmouth College, the location of 'elephant bones', salt and limestone deposits, petroleum in western Pennsylvania, and coal in Ohio.","One map slipcase, associated with map titled 'A general map of the middle British colonies, in America...' by Lewis Evans and engraved by J. Gibson, 1758. Marbled board slipcase.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1765 and Ending the 29th day of September 1766'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 2 pages.","Document titled 'The General Account of His Majesty's Quit Rents for the Province of New York Stated by Andrew Elliot Esq:r Receiver General Constituted Thereto by His Majesty's Letters Patent Commencing the 29th day of September 1766 and Ending the 29th day of September 1767'. Provides detailed accounts of the rents paid in proclamation money on New York lands to the British Crown. Signed at the conclusion by General Andrew Elliot, Receiver General of New York; Goldsbrow Banyar, Deputy Auditor-General of New York; and Sir Henry Moore, Governor of New York. Manuscript document signed, 1 page.","Deed of land granted from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, to Henry Whiting concerning a 951 acre tract in Berkeley County called Swan Ponds. The surveyor is listed as Guy Broadwater and Richard Rigg, with neighbors listed as Rutherford, Turner, Wilson, Fairfax, and Vanmeter abutting. Document signed by Lord Fairfax, 1 page, with paper seal over wax.","Map of Virginia and Maryland based on surveys by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson, accurately delineating boundaries, roads, settlements, and Native American trails, and incorporating considerable new geographical information. It was issued in 1775 for inclusion in Thomas Jeffery's 'American Atlas'.","Document signed by George Clinton, Governor of New York, granting 300 acres of land in the township of Clinton in Montgomery County to Edward Carpenter. Typescript document signed, with manuscript completions and green ribbon seal fragment, 1 page.","The map was published to accompany 'Prospectus pour l'éstablissement sur les rivières d'Ohio et de Scioto en Amérique', 1789. The prospectus and map were issued by the Scioto Company, which was associated with the Ohio Company. The map shows Ohio from Lake Erie south to the Ohio River, and as far west as the Scioto.","Identifies individual land grants in the area that would become Ohio. Note printed near top center of map indicates map is meant to be colored.","Map showing the route of the proposed Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, with the route highlighted in red. Includes elevation profile in 3 segments, and 'Tranverse section of the canal'. Statement of responsibility: 'Reduced from the general map annexed to the report upon the contemplated canal and drawn, by Lieut. Farley, U.S.A. ; etched by Wm. Harrison, Georgetown, D.C. ; letter'd by D.R. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","The collection is organized alphabetically by title, then in chronological date. Unidentified newsclippings are listed at the end.","Alphabetical then chronological arrangement:","001. Daily Advertiser, 1789 June 8\n002. Gazette of the United States, 1789 June 6\n003. Gazette of the United States, 1789 July 4\n004. Gazette of the United States, 1789 August 22\n005. Gazette of the United States, 1789 August 29\n006. Gazette of the United States, 1789 October 7\n007. Gazette of the United States, 1789 October 17\n008. Gazette of the United States, 1789 October 24\n009. Gazette of the United States, 1789 November 25\n010. Gazette of the United States, 1789 December 5\n011. Gazette of the United States, 1789 December 12\n012. Gazette of the United States, 1790 March 17\n013. Gazette of the United States, 1790 March 27\n014. Gazette of the United States, 1790 April 17\n015. Gazette of the United States, 1790 June 19\n016. Gazette of the United States, 1790 August 11\n017. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 1\n018. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 4\n019. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 11\n020. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 15\n021. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 18\n022. The Massachusetts Centinel, 1789 June 3\n023. The Pennsylvania Packet, and Daily Advertiser, 1790 January 14","The large majority of these newspapers originate from the 13 colonies; notable newspapers include:","Columbian Centinel, Boston, MA. \nBenjamin Russell commenced publication on March 24, 1804 but resigned as editor in 1828. Semi-weekly publication continued until May 23, 1840, when it merged with other Boston papers and eventually became the  Boston Herald .","National Intelligencer, Washington, DC. \nSamuel Harrison Smith founded the  National Intelligencer  in 1800 as a weekly publication. Joseph Gales, the sole reporter for the U.S. Senate at the time, was hired in 1807 as reporter and became sole proprietor in 1810. In 1813, Gales took his brother-in-law, William Winston Seaton, as partner and reporter for the U.S. House of Representatives. Daily publication began in 1813, except for August 24-30, 1814, during the British army occupation. Gales and Seaton were selected as official reporters of Congress from 1819 to 1829 and published the \"Annals of Congress, 1798-1824,\" and \"Register of Debates, 1824-1837,\" the record of Congressional\ndebates of the time. Gales died in 1860, and Seaton retired in 1864. Final publication in Washington was on January 10, 1870; thereafter, weekly publication began in New York but ended in 1872.","Pennsylvania Packet/American Daily Advertiser, Philadelphia, PA. \nJohn Dunlap started weekly publication of the  Pennsylvania Packet  and the  General Advertiser  on October 28, 1771. Beginning September 21, 1784, the name was changed to  Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser , reflecting the change to a daily publication. The name was then changed to  Dunlap's American Daily Advertiser  in 1791,  Dunlap and Claypoole's American Daily Advertiser  in 1793, and finally to  Claypoole's American Daily Advertiser  in 1796. However, in 1839, it was sold to Zachariah Poulson, who re-named it  Poulson's American Daily Advertiser  and continued publication until 1839, when he sold it to the founders of the North American, a predecessor of the  Philadelphia Inquirer .","Pennsylvania Gazette, Philadelphia, PA. \nSamuel Keimer first published the Pennsylvania Gazette weekly beginning in 1728 and sold it to Benjamin Franklin and Hugh Meredith in 1729. Franklin dominated the partnership and by 1732 had purchased complete ownership. In 1743, Franklin invited David Hall of Scotland to join his as a printer and took him as a partner in 1848. In 1766, Franklin sold the firm to Hall, who formed a new firm, Hall and Sellers, with a journeyman printer, William Sellers. Hall died in 1772, and was succeeded by his sons, William and David, Jr. Publication was suspended from November, 1776 to February, 1777, when British invasion threatened, and from September, 1777 until January 1779, due to British occupation. Upon resumption of publication in 1779, the title was changed to Pennsylvania Gazette and Weekly Advertiser. Sellers died in 1804, and publication passed to William Hall, Jr., who took Samuel C. Atkinson as partner in 1816. In May, 1821, Hall died and Atkinson continued publication, in September, 1821, changing the name to Saturday Evening Post and the character of the publication to more general and domestic interest.","Preceding titles: Bache's Philadelphia aurora. (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1797-1800; The Philadelphia aurora. (Philadelphia [Pa.) 1800-1800.","Preceding title: Gleason's Pictorial. See Gleason's Pictorial folder.","Other title: Columbian Centinel and Massachusetts Federalist; Columbian Centinel American Federalist","Preceding Title:New-York evening post. (New York [N.Y.]) 1801-1832. Succeeding Title: New York evening post. (New York [N.Y.]) 1920-1934","Succeeding titles: Farmer's museum, or, Lay preacher's gazette. (Walpole, N.H.) 1799-1800. Farmer's museum, or, Literary gazette. (Walpole, N.H.) 1800-1804,","Editor John Fenno began the Gazette as a semiweekly newspaper, with the first edition appearing on April 15, 1789, in the nation's capital at the time, New York City. The Gazette was moved to Philadelphia in 1791, following the move of the capital.","Other titles: Gazette of the United States and evening advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1793-1794. Gazette of the United States and daily evening advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1794-1795. Gazette of the United States, and Philadelphia daily advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1796-1800","Succeeding title: Ballou's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion (Boston, MA [1855-1859])","Preceding title: Russell's Gazette Commercial and Political. Succeeding title: Boston Gazette, Commercial and Political.","Succeeding title: National intelligencer. (Washington City [D.C.]) 1810-1869.","Preceding title was The Spectator (New York [N.Y.}) 1787-1804.","Preceding title: The Pennsylvania Packet, or, The General Advertiser (Lancaster, Pa.) 1777-1783.","Succeeding title: The Pennsylvania Packet, and Daily Advertiser. (Philadelphia, Pa.) 1784-1790.","Succeeding title: Record of the times. (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.) 1866-1901","Features Rembrandt Peale's portrait of George Washington","Contains notice of the death of John Augustine Washington","Contains article \"Washington as a Communicant of the Church\"","Contains article \"On the Character of Washington\"","Contains article \"The Mount Vernon Estate for Sale\"","Contains a reprint of George Washington's report of the Battle of Monmouth","Contains article \"George Washington as Country Gent\"","Contains article \"Washington a Sportsman\"","Purchased with funds provided by Penn Lupovich, 2017.","The collection includes 185 titles spanning 200 years; all related to George Washington, his family, and Mount Vernon.","The paper carries a reprint from the Philadelphia Gazette reporting that the remains of General Washington were recently placed in a sarcophagus made by Mr. Struthers of Philadelphia. At the time of the removal evidence was found of a remarkable state of preservation. \"The high pale brow wore a calm and serene expression; and the lips, pressed still together, had a grave and solemn smile, such as they doubtless wore when the first President gave up his blameless mortal life, for an immortal existence.\" p 2 col 2, 3","Contains advertisement on page 3 column 5 for \"Great National Lottery. $300,000 in prizes! ... for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Association\" to purchase the Mount Vernon estate. Purchase of a lotto ticket comes with a Certificate of Membership of the Mount Vernon Association, to be displayed at the mansion along with the amount contributed to the cause. Copies of Fanoli's engraving of \"Washington the Statesman\" and a copy of Leutze's painting \"Washington Crossing the Delaware\" are offered to those who purchasing 25 and 50 tickets, respectively.","Contains advertisement (page one, column 3) for a book of music composed to honor the death of George Washington","Contains article \"Washington and the Fairfaxes of Virginia,\" passages from a lecture recently delivered by George A. Ward, esq., entitled \"Washington's early associates and patrons, the Fairfaxes, and their influence in the formation of his character.\" p 191 col 2, 3, p 192 col 1","Contains excerpts from Dr. Thacher's military journal of the American Revolution, page 55.","Contains an advertisement by George Washington dated July 11, Mount Vernon, for the proposed division and sale of his half acre lot at Prince and Pitt Street, Alexandria.","Contains a notice that the steamer Baltimore passes Fort Washington and Mount Vernon daily, as well as a notice of the sale of a farm near the Fauquier and Prince William county line by T. M. Washington.","Contains article on George Washington's snuff box, page 4, column 1.","p. 1-2 - General Washington's official letters. (continued.)","\"Washington Defamed by Federalists,\" A defense of certain writings of George Washington by a Republican, against evidence presented in a Federalists paper, The Aurora, that Washington was hostile to Republicanism.","Contains depictions of relics of the Revolutionary War.","Contains reprinted article \"'Tomb of Washington,' and Judge Washington\" from the National Journal regarding a letter from Bushrod Washington to Messrs. Snowden and Thornton about visitors arriving at Mount Vernon by steamboat.","Contains article on the sale of Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington and the condition that George Washington's body shall forever remain at Mount Vernon.","Contains article on the authorship of George Washington's Farewell Address, page 1, column 3.","Contains article on George Washington's farewell to his army, reprinted from the New York Sunday Times, page 1, column 5.","Contains account of Lajos Kossuth's visit to Mount Vernon and George Washington's grave.","Contains article on plans to purchase Mount Vernon, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on the returning of the original copy of George Washington's commission as Commander in Chief which had been loaned to the Jersey Continentallers, page 2, column 1.","Includes printed letter dated March 18 from Bushrod Washington to Governor of Virginia regarding the remains of George Washington. Page 404.","Contains article on constructing the Capitol building and money spent, page 5, column 1.","Newspaper ad by George Washington advertising the rental of 4 Mt. Vernon farms--not including Mansion House Farm. Detailed descriptions, are included. Also lists for sale lands on the Ohio River, on the Miami, and in Kentucky. Deals with decisions Washington was making regarding establishment of a source of income for himself, the management of farms, and to find a solution to the burdens of his slave ownership.","Contains an early printing of Washington's farewell address.","Contains announcement of George Wahington's death, page 3, column 1.","Multiple entries on the death of George Washington, inlcuding \"Continuation of Minutes, of Funereal Solemnities, in Honor of the Sainted George Washington,\" page 1, column 2.","Contains \"Continuation of Minutes of Funereal Solemnities in Honor of the Sainted Washington,\" page 1, column 4.","Contains article \"Funeral Procession, as a Tribute to the memory of Gen. George Washington,\" page 3, column 1.","Contains request, reprinted from the Centinel, for all printers in the Northern States to send copies of Washington sermons, orations, and poems to the colleges in New England and to the Historical Society of Massachusetts, page 3, column 3. Also contains announcement that a figure of George Washington will appear in a Temple of Fame at the Museum, page 4, column 2.","Contains address from the General Assembly of the First Presbyterian Church to the President, and George Washington's response, page 2, column 2-3.","Contains article on the grooming of George Washington's horses.","Contains article on George Washington's \"110 Rules of Civilty and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation,\" page 1, column 5.","Contains article on George Washington's etiquette, page 3, column 4.","Contains article about a new United States flag being flown at Mount Vernon, page 2, cloumn 2.","P.2 col. 4: Account of the celebrations of George Washington's birthday at Fredricktown and other places.P.2 col. 5: An Ode to the President's Birthday is printed.","News of a horse race won by Mr. L. Washington's mare. (Lund Washington ?).","Description of farms in detail, signed by George Washington.","Wedding notice, 20th of March. Thomas Law, youngest son of the late Bishop of Carlisle to Miss [Eliza] Custis, Grand daughter of the Lady of the President of the United States. Ceremony took place at the seat of David Stewart, Esq.","The German Luthern Congregation will have their pulpit and altars draped in memory of George Washington until Easter. All pages have a heavy black mourning border.","Claypoole's American Daily Advertiser [Number 1767, April 3, 1800] includes a character description of Washington from a London newspaper, The Courier featured on page 3, column 3-4. Says Washington was 68 when he died. Also gives his height as 5 feet 11 inches. An advertisement for artist Edward Savage's 'A New Exhibition, Gallery of Paintings..' is found on page 2, column 1. A portion of pages 3-4 has been clipped.","Contains article on George Washington's campaign in New Jersey, page 3, column 2.","Contains article on the dedication of a monument to Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on George Washington's athletic record, reprinted from the New York Sunday Advertiser, page 3, column 4.","Contains article on the soon to be published biography of George Washington by William Spohn Baker, page 3, column 3.","Contains article on the erection of a monument commemorating Washington's birthplace, page 1, column 2.","Contains anecdote of a fight between George Washington and Mr. Payne, page 1, column 6.","Contains article on the Battle of Long Island, page 1.","Contains various articles and announcements regarding George Washington's death including the President's Message of John Adams to the Senate and HOuse of Representatives communicating a letter by Tobias Lear.","Contains testimonials of the deceased George Washington as well as articles on funeral processions and a National Tribute.","Contains announcement for the publication of music composed on the death of George Washington, page 1, column 3. Also contains article on funeral honors paid by the troops at Oxford, page 3, column 2.","Contains several articles on funeral honors paid to George Washington.","Contains biographical sketch of George Washington, page 1, column 2, and commentary on Washington's will, page 3, column 1.","Contains correspondence to and from George Washington regarding the capture of Major John Andre, September 1780, page 1, column 1. Also contains article on state sovereignty and includes quotes from founding fathers including Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and Samuel Adams, page 2, column 1.","Contains article reprinted from The Westchester Times on a letter wrritten by John Hancock, 8 July 1776, page 2, column 1.","Contains transcribed letter from George Washington to General Wayne, 10 July 1779, page 1, column 3.","Contains the address from the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church to the President and George Washington's reply, page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains a commemoration of the Fourth of July with a note that Washington has recovered from his recent illness, page 3, column 3. Also contains the address of the ministers and elders of the German Reformed Congregations to the president and George Washington's reply on page 4, columns 2-3.","Contains letter from George Washington to the Principal and faculty of Washington College regarding the \"happy termination of our glorious struggle for the establishment of the Right of Man.\" Also contains extract from the Essex Journal regarding George Washington's farm and his \"experiments for the improvemnet of agriculture.\"","Contains an address from the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church to the Preisdent and Washington's reply on page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains the 17 articles of amendment to the Constitution ratified by Congress on page 2, columns 1-2.","Contains obituary for Mary Washington, page 171, column 2.","Copy of newspaper signed by publisher Isaiah Thomas of Worcester with annotations. Contains George Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation.","Contains notice of Washington's unanimous election as President, with John Adams as Vice President, on page 2, column 2. Contains address of the Society of Friends (Quakers) and George Washington's response, p. 4 col. 2-3.","Contains the address of the Congregational ministers of the city of New-Haven to the President and George Washington's response, page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains the address of the synod of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America to the President and George Washington's reply, beginning on page 1, column 3.","Contains an account of the positive reception of George Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation, page 3, column 2.","Contains extracts of the address of the first Presbytery of the Eastward to the President and George Washington's reply, page 1, columns 2-3.","Contains printing of Washington's first State of the Union Address.","Contains the address of the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of South-Carolina to George Washington and his reply, page 1, column 2. Also contains the address of the Roman Catholics to the President and George Washington's reply, page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains March 18 address of the General Assembly of Maryland and George Washington's response in which he invokes \"Providence,\" p. 398 col. 3-p. 399 col. 1.","Contains the address by the Society of Free-Quakers from Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's response, page 4, columns 1-2.","Contains address from the Hebrew Congregation of the City of Savannah and George Washington's response, p. 494 col. 2-3","Contains the address of the convention of the Universal Church assembled in Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's reply, page 4, column 1.","Contains article on George Washington's departure from New York in order to visit Mount Vernon, p. 579 col. 2.","Contains the addresses of the citizens and clergy of Newport to the Presdient and George Washington's replies, page 4, columns 2-3.","Contains the address of the Master, Warden, and Brethren of King David's Masonic Lodge in Newport to the President and George Washington's response, page 4, column 2.","Contains address of the Hebrew Congregation in Newport, Rhode Island and George Washington's response, p. 596 col. 2-3.","Contains a proclamation of President George Washington in response to a violoation of treaty between the United States and the Cherokee, Choctaw, and Chickasaw nations, p. 598 col. 2-3.","Contains George Washington's proclamation on the permanent location of the United States government in Maryland and Virginia.","Contains letter from George Washington to John Edie dated August 31, 1795 regarding \"resolutions of the inhabitants of the Borough of York and its vicinity, relative to the treaty lately negotiated between the United States and Great Britain.\" Page 3, column 4.","Contains announcement of the death of George Washington, page 3, column 4","Contains announcements that, in consequence of George Washington's death, Mrs. Adams' Drawing Room is deferred to the 27th (page 3, column 1), and the theatre has been suspended (page 3, column 4).","Contains public letter from the Navy Department on the death of George Washington, page 3, column 1.","Contains several articles on the death of George Washington including an announcement that Senate members shall wear black, an address from the House of Representatives, and a notice of when Washington's remains were to be interred, page 3.","Contains proposals for publishing \"an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington\" by Joseph Scott, as well as a publication of the resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati regarding Washington's death, page 3.","Contains letter to Rev. Mr. Austin regarding his sermon on George Washington, page 3, column 3.","Contains \"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington\" by Joseph Scott, page 3, column 5.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contains \"Funeral Oration of the Death of General Washington...\" by Major General Henry Lee, page 2, column 4.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5.","Contains advertisement for publication of \"A Funeral Oration, on the Death of General Washington...\" by Major General Lee, page 3, column 4.","Contains letter from Martha Washington to the President of the United States [John Adams], 1799 December 31, page 3, column 2.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contain advertisement for \"A Funeral Oration, on the Death of General Washington...by Major General Lee,\" page 2, column 3.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contains resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati regarding the death of George Washington, page 3, column 2.","Contains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, page 3, column 5.","Contains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, page 2, column 4.","Contains \"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington...by Joseph Scott,\" advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, and resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati.","Contains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, and a history of the life of George Washington.","Contains opinion piece on the memory of George Washington and literature written after his death, page 3, column 1.","Contains \"Tribute to the Memory of Gen. George Washington, among our Citizens abroad,\" page 3, column 4.","Contains extract of a letter from Burlington, NJ regarding the death of George Washington, page 2, column 5.","Contains advertisement for the publication of \"Eulogium on the character of General Washington...\" by Major William Jackson, page 3, column 3.","Contains article on April 22nd funeral ceremony in honor of George Washington, page 3, column 3.","Published in the Netherlands. Issues include information on the French and Indian War and early mentions of George Washington.","Contains article on the Revolutionary War including reports on George Washington's army, page 1. Also contains article on and copy of letter from Sir Henry Clinton to George Washington on the appointment of Commissioners, page 3.","Contains printed letter dated May 14 on the Continental troops, page 2.","Contains resolution by Congress on an embargo on all vessels in ports of the United States, page 4.","Contains George Washington's sixth annual address to Congress, page 2-3.","Contains proclamation by General Lee regarding the Whiskey Rebellion, page 2.","Contains article an address of thanks to George Washington prepared by the Legislature of Virginia, page 2. Also contains false report on the results of the presidential election, page 4.","Contains account of George Washington's retirement, page 3.","No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Foreign and Domestic Specials","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 228, column 2-3. Also contains article on the statue of George Washington in the Boston State House, page 233, column 1-2.","Features an engraving and article about Mount Vernon.","Contains article and images of public buildings in Washington, DC, pages 152-153.","Contains eulogy of George Washington reprinted from the London Courier, page 192, column 3.","Contains article regarding the raising of funds by the Mount Vernon Aid Society.","Contains article on \"The Late G. W. P. Custis\" on page 684.","Contains article on a visit to Mount Vernon, page 420-421.","Contains article \"The Purchase of Mount Vernon\"","Contains article on the city of Washington regarding architecture and growth, page 785. Also contains image entitled, \"Assembling of Congress, Hall of Representatives, Washington City, December 3, 1860,\" page 793.","Contains article \"Pictures from the Life of George Washington, February 22 1732\"","Pages 279-280 only. Contains image of the \"Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia, October 19, 1781.\"","p. 172 - Engraving of Washington, Lincoln, and Grant. p. 181 - Engraving of General and Lady Washington.","Contains article on the Revolutionary War regarding the movements of Lord Percy, General Howe, and George Washington, page 4.","Contains article on George Washington's first inauguration ball, page 1, column 1. Also contains article on Martha Washington's character, page 1, column 2.","Contains article \"Getting home from Virginia\"","Contains a call out for contributions to the Mount Vernon fund, page 3, column 3.","Contains excerpts on George Washington and the Revolutionary War taken from \"Personal Recollections of the American Revolution,\" edited by Sidney Barclay and published by Rudd and Carleton, page 4, column 1-2.","Contains several reminiscenses of George Washington, reprinted from Arthur's Home Gazette, page 4, column 3-4.","Contains article \"Sacred to the Memory of Washington\" on funeral procession in Boston, page 3, column 1.","Contains the proclamation for the end of the Revolutionary War","Contains article \"Washington's Will of Emancipation\"","Contains extract of a letter from Charlestown dated October 2 regarding George Washington's horse falling into a river, page 14.","Contains extract of letter dated April 22 regarding George Washington's arrival in Philadelphia prior to his inauguration, page 542.","Contains extract of a letter dated June 6 regarding an entertainment held June 4 by George Washington, page 20.","Contains speech of George Washington delivered December 8, 1790 to Congress, page 65-68. Also contains extract of a letter dated November 28, 1790 regarding trade, page 71-72.","Contains proclamation by George Washington regarding the United States' position on the war with France, page 537.","Contains address by John Adams to the Senate on George Washington's acceptance of appointment to Commander in Chief, page 198. Also contains list of other appointment including Major and Brigadier Generals.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 7.","Contains a previously published interview with George Washington, page 1, column 5.","Contains letter from John Augustine Washington to \"A Southern Matron\" regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains anecdote of George Washington making appointments to government offices, page 1, column 6.","Contains extract from Ann Pamela Cunningham's address to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 1, column 1. Also contains commentary on Washington's Farewell Address, page 2, column 1.","Contains article on Washington Irving meeting George Washington, page 1, column 7.","Contains article on the Union losing Mount Vernon as a result of Virginia's seceding, page 2, column 2.","Contains satirical sketch of Washington City reprinted from the Atlantic Monthly, page 1, column 7.","Contains commentary on Virginia seceding from the Union, page 1, column 6.","Contains article on the capture of Yorktown and reflects on Lord Cornwallis' surrender in 1781, page 1, column 4.","Contains article by George Alfred Townsend on George Washington's election, reprinted from the Chicago Tribune, page 1, column 7.","Contains article on George Washington's election, page 1, column 5.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 6.","The Mail \u0026 Express Souvenir of George Washington and of the Centennial Celebration of His Inauguration, April 29, 30, 1889.","Contains article on memoir, \"The Early Life of Washington; designed for the instruction and amusement of the young. By a Friend of Youth,\" page 2, column 4.","Contains article on mementoes of George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, pae 2, column 4-5.","Contains article on George Washington's Camp Chest, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on the sale of George Washington artifacts in London, page 2, column 3.","Newspaper includes accounts of the debates in the House of Burgesses on the growing conflict with France and the news of George Washington marching to negotiate with the French.","This edition of the newspaper contains a runaway slave notice published by George Washington for 4 slaves, Peros, Jack, Neptune, and Cupid.","Contains the address of the ministers, churchwardens, and vestrymen of the German Lutheran Congregation in and near the city of Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's reply, page 1, columns 1-2.","Contains the \"Sixth Act of Congress\" and \"Seventh Act of Congress\" (page 1), as well as Washington's response to an \"Address of the Bishops, Clergy, and Laity of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the States of New York, New-Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina\" (page 3).","Contains article on the death of Benjamin Franklin. Mentions Franklin leaving a cane to George Washington [page 63, column 1-2].","Contains excerpt from Watson's \"Men and Times of the Revolution\" on George Washington and his family, page 108, column 3.","Contains article on Mount Vernon and George Washington's tomb, along with image of Mount Vernon, page 57, column 2-4.","Contains article on and images of Mount Vernon and George Washington's tomb, page 65, column 2.","Contains advertisement for a proposal to publish a history of the American Revolution by Paul Allen, page 4, column 5.","Contains article \"Judge Washington, a partial defense of Bushrod's sale of slaves\"","Contains article \"Celebrations of the 4 of July at Mount Vernon\"","Contains \"George Washington\" letter by William Thornton about the character of George Washington","Contains article \"A Piece of Mount Vernon History\"","Contains article \"The Birthplace of Washington\"","Contains articles \"Prospectus of the National Monument\" and \"How Washington Was Made Commander in Chief\"","Contains article \"Mount Vernon and Washington\"","Contains reprinted letter from the Newburgh Gazette by Benjamin Eaton, one of the Life Guards of George Washington.","p. 3 - an account of the proceedings of St. John's Masonic Lodge in Newark on February 22 in honor of George Washington. p. 4 - an advertisement for an original painting in memory of George Washington on exhibit, and an advertisement for the publication of a funeral sermon on the death of George Washington by Alexander Macwhotter.","Contains reprint of letter from George Washington to President John Adams, 25 September 1798","Contains article \"Washington and Jefferson\"","Contains articles \"Letters to President John Adams\" and \"Washington's Evidence\"","Contains obituary for Martha Washington, page 3, column 1.","Contains article \"Monument to Washington\"","Contains an ode to George Washington","Contains article \"Death of Judge Washington and Mount Veron\"","Contains George Washington's whiskey proclamation (page 4) and a letter from Captain Rogers to Henry Lee about \"Indian Massacre of White Settlers\"","Contains extract of a letter by Rev. Dr. Ashbel Greens about George Washington's dining habits, page 1, column 4.","Pages 1 and 2 contain the official announcement the report from the Constitutional Convention has been received and adopted. Calls for states to hold proceedings to ratify it. Other articles supporting the adoption of the Constitution.","p. 3 - President Washington's addresses to the two Houses of Congress in the Representatives Chamber.","Contains letter from George Washington to Martha Washington, Philadelphia, June 18th, 1775, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on George Washington's character, reprinted from the British Annual Register, page 1, column 3.","Contains article \"Mount Vernon for sale\"","Contains article on the inauguration of Clark Mills' equestrian statue of George Washington, page 1, column 1.","Contains article on a Congressman's visit to Mount Vernon, page 3, column 3.","Contains article on the publication of \"Mount Vernon and Its Association\" by W. A. Townsend, page 5.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 4, column 4.","Contains facsimile of a Masonic letter of George Washington, page 5.","Contains article on George Washington's \"spark of celestial fire\" maxim, page 7, column 4.","Contains \"The Mount Vernon Papers, By Edward Everett\" no. twenty-four, page 5, column 1.","Contains \"The Washington Papers, By Edward Everett...No. Twenty-six. Washington's Southern Tour Concluded,\" page 5, column 1.","Contains article on \"The Youth of Washington\" and Greenway Court, page 7, column 3.","Contains anecdote told by J. Fennimore Cooper regarding incident at Brandywine in which George Washington's life was supposedly spared by Major Ferguson, page 327, column 2.","Contains reportedly true story of George Washington as a lost traveler, page 70, column 1.","Contains humorous anecdote of George Washington and General Lee, page 224, column 1.","Contains article on portraits of presidents at the National Portrait Gallery, page 1-2.","Contains article on a veteran officer's visit to Mount Vernon, page 277, column 2.","Contains a plea for funding for the Washington Monument, page 271, column 2.","Original and facsimile.","Contains article \"Washington's Relics\"","Contains \"A Funeral Oration in Honor of the Memory of George Washington, Late General of the Armies of the United States, Prepared and delivered at the request of Congress, at the German Lutheran Church, on Thursday, the 25th of December, by Major General Henry Lee, on of the Representatives from the State of Virginia,\" page 1, column 3.","Contains \"The Will of Gen. George Washington. In the Name of God, Amen,\" page 1, column 1.","Contains resolution of Virginia legislature to put inscription on statue of George Washington","Contains article \"Lafayette at the Tomb of Washington\"","Contains obituary of Bushrod Washington","Contains article on the Ladies' Association and a festival at Mount Vernon, page 4, column 4.","Contains article reprinted from the Washington Star on the transference of Mount Vernon to the Ladies' Association, page 8, column 2.","Contains article \"The purchase of Mount Vernon\"","Contains article \"Buying Mount Vernon and the Mount Vernon Association\"","Published letter from George Washington to Lord Viscount Richard Howe negotiating the exchange of prisoners [page 421, column 1].","Includes a printing of George Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation, given October 3, 1789.","Contains address of the Committee of the United Baptist Churches in Virginia, assembled in the city of Richmond, August 8, 1789, and George Washington's response, p. 3 col. 1-2.","Containd letter from George Washington to Mr. Rumney, 1784 July 5, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 4, column 2.","Contains an obituary about Martha Washington.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association paying $158,333 to date for the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 1.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon Musical and Dramatic Fund, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on concerts at Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on the Legislature of California contibuting $1,000 to the Mount Verno Ladies' Association, page 2, column 2.","Contains list of Lady Managers of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on George Washington's English heritage, page 1, column 6.","Contains update on payments made by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association towards the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 1.","Contains letters from George Washington to Major-General Sullivan, page 1, column 5.","Contains article by J.H.[?]. on a recent visit to Mount Vernon. Mentions West Ford and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 1, column 8.","Contains update on payments made by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association for the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on upcoming editions of the \"Illustrated News of the World\" which will contain a history of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 5.","Contains letter reprinted from the Evening Transcript written by a visitor to Mount Vernon, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on the authorship of George Washington's farewell address, page 1, column 5","Contains article on Thomas Paine, page 1, column 5. Also contains article on George Washington's Farewell Address, page 2, column 3.","Contains review of Edward Everett's book, \"Life of Washington,\" page 1, column 5.","Contains article on Fredericksburg and its battle fields, page 1.","German-language newspaper with article mourning the death of George Washington","Contains article on John Augustine Washington's proposal to sell Mount Vernon to the Ladies of Virginia, page 3, column 1.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association regarding the raising of funds and appointment of Lady Managers, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon fund, page 3, column 1.","Contains article on the nearly completed purhase of Mount Vernon by \"the ladies of America.\"","Contains article on the Washington Monument.","Contains \"Letter from Grant Thorburn--Anecdote of General Washington.\"","Contains article on repairs made to George Washington's tomb, page 3, column 1.","Contains article \"Washington's Birthday\"","Obituary of William Augustine Washington","Contains article about proposed equestrian statue of George Washington","Contains correspondence between the Trustees of the School at Germantown and George Washington, page 1, column 2-3.","Includes marriage notice of Noblet Herbert to Mary Lee Washington.","Contains anecdote of George Washington by H. T. Tuckorman, page 1, column 6.","Contains article about George Washington on slavery, page 1, column 6.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on Simon, a former slave of George Washington, page 1, column 4.","Contains anecdote of George Washington's traits, Gilbert Stuart, and Washington's slave Sam, page 2, column 6.","Contains article on George Washington's last vote.","Contains anecdote of George Washington's exercise habits as told by Primas Hall, page 1, column 6.","Contains contains small article on John Augustine Washington's income through Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains extract from \"Men and Times of the Revolution\" by Elkanah Watson, page 4, column 1.","Contains anecdotes of George Washington from Washington Irving's \"Life of George Washington,\" page 1, column 6.","Contains article relating anecdote of Martha Washington rebuking George Washington.","Contains transcribed letter to George Washington from the Marquis de la Fayette, August 1784, page 1, column 5.","Contains anecdote of George Washinton related by Theodore Parker regarding \"colored soldiers.\"","Contains anecdote of Martha Washington's visit to Trenton on 28 December 1770, page 1, column 7. Also contains letter from Louisa Ingersoll Grennough, Vice Regent for Massachusetts, calling for funds for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 2, column 5.","Contains announcement for a concert for the Mount Vernon Fund.","Contains article on the Putnam Phalanx of Hartford attempting to replicate George Washington's uniform.","Contains announcement that $100,000 has been paid toward tbe purchase of Mount Vernon.","Contains announcement that the Salem Independent Cadets contributed to the Mount Vernon Fund, page 2 column 5.","Contains personal reflection on George Washington's death, page 1, column 5.","Contains anecdote of George Washington and Colonel Seth Warner, page 1, column 4-5.","Contains article on George Washington's domestic life, page 1, column 6.","Contains a reportedly true story of George Washington's generosity, page 1, column 4.","Contains article on the abuse of George Washington by an editor of the Philadelphia Aurora, page 2, column 2.","Contains correspondence of George Washington, dated September 26, 1783, entitled \"Another of Washington's Life Guards No More,\" page 1, column 3.","Contains artilce on George Washington's residence in New York, page 1, column 6-7.","Contains anecdote of George Washington asking a boy to procure a newspaper, page 1, column 6.","Contains funeral discourse for Silas Higgins in which George Washington is mentioned, page 1, column 5.","Contains anecdote of George Washington by Mr. Boylston of the Amherst Cabinet, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on George Washington receiving the title of Mareschal de France, page 2, column 6.","Contains history of a former slave of George Washington named Jerry, reprinted from the Selma Sentinel, page 1, column 7.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 2, column 6.","Contains story reprinted from the Augusta Chronicle and Sentinel of a slave woman donating one dollar towards the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 6.","Contains article on the financial statement of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Assocation, page 2, column 4.","Contains anecdote of George Washington making appointments to government offices, page 2, column 6.","Contains article stating that the ladies association had not yet taken possession of Mount Vernon despite its being paid for.","Contains the printed will of Mary Ball Washington, page 2, column 5.","Contains \"The Unexpected Friend: A True Story of George Washington,\" page 1, column 4.","Contains article \"Birthday of Washington\"","Contains article on George Washington's first public act and the Battle of the Monongahela, page 125, column 1.","Contains article on George Washington at Braddock's defeat, page 144, colum 3.","Contains account of personal encounters with George Washington taken from [Luther A.?]Ingersoll's History, page 113, column 3.","Contains article on improvements in the City of Washington, page 1, column 3.","Contains extract from \"Washington's Political Legacies\" published by Russell and West, 1800, regarding George Washington's wealth, page 332, column 3.","Contains reminiscence of George Washington after the revolution, page 542, column 2.","Contains extracts from the \"Life of George Washington\" by J. T. Headley, page 171, column 3.","Contains genealogy of Corbin family which mentions John Washington, great-grandfather o f George Washington, page 195, column 1.","Contains corrections to the Corbin family genealogy, page 235, column 3.","Contains extract from the \"Custis' Recollections and Private Memoirs of the Life and Character of Washington\" on Father Jack and Tom Davis, a fisherman and a hunter respectively at Mount Vernon, page 341, column 3.","Contains a history as told by William Bancroft, a soldier employed by George Washington in a secret service, page 365, column 1.","Contains article on celebrations in Paris for George Washington's birthday, page 76, column 3.","Contains article on the \"Ancient Families of Virginia\" in which the Washingtons are mentioned, page 99, column 1-2.","Contains extract from \"Life of George Washington\" by Washington Irving, page 208, column 2.","Contains extract on George Washington's equipage and horse Leonidas, page 331, column 2.","Contains extract from Washington Irving's \"The Life of Washington\" on life at Mount Vernon and George Washinton's love of hunting, page 339, column 1.","Contains appendix to \"Recollections and Private Memoirs of Washington\" by George Washington Parke Custis regarding the portraits of George Washington, page 545, column 2.","Contains article by Bishop Meade on the poor state of the Washington family vault, page 80, column 2.","Contains article on the families of Virginia, including the Dandridges and Washingtons, page 411, column 2. Also contains transcribed letter from Horace Ransdall to George Washington, January 20, 1781, page 412, column 1.","Contains death announcement for Mary Ball Washington, page 1.","Contains George Washington's address to Congress delivered December 5, 1793, page 4.","Contains false report of George Washington's assassination, page 2.","Contains George Washington's address to Congress delivered December 3, 1794, page 3-4.","Contains article reprinted from The New York Journal about creating a coin with image of George Washington on it.","Describe's Lafayette's visit to Boston","Contains extract from a letter regarding George Washington's legacy and the freeing of his slaves, page 2, column 4. Also contains articles on the funeral honors given to George Washington at Oxford and Providence,as well as an announcement of a Masonic funeral procession, page 3, column 2-4.","Contains article, \"Washington's Portrait, Drawn by the Pencil of an Artist,\" page 1, column 2.","Contains an act of Congress for laying a duty on imported goods, page 3.","Contains article on George Washington's rejection of the title of \"HIghness,\" page 2. Also contains list of appointments for departments of the Executive Power, page 3.","Contains an examination of a review on Judge Marshall's \"Life of Washington,\" page 1-2.","Contains \"An Oration Delivered Before the Washington Benevolent Society of Pennsylvania...by John Morin Scott, Esq.,\" page 1-2.","Contains reprinted article from the Gazette of the United States on 29 April 1789 regarding George Washington's reception in Philadelphia while he was travelling to New York, page 1, column 1.","Contains George Washington's response to an address made by the Magistrates of Philadelphia, 30 December 1778, page 1, column 4.","Contains transcribed letter from George Washington to Madame de la Fayette, 31 January 1793, reprinted from the New York American, page 4, column 2.","Contains articles on the death of Judge Bushrod Washington, page 1, column 4 and page 4, column 1.","Contains article \"Baron Renfrew at the Tomb of Washington\"","Contains article on George Washington's last vote, page 3, column 2.","Mentions General Washington's arrival in Philadelphia from New York on May 23 [page 6, column 1].","Obituary of Anna Maria Washington Tucker","Contains article on the gifting of George Washington's gorget by Martha Parke Custis Peter to the Washington Benevolent Society, page 2, column 4.","Contains opinion piece on the French revolution, reprinted from the Baltimore Federal Gazette, in which several of George Washington's letters are quoted and fully transcribed, page 2, column 1-2.","Contains \"The Last Moments of Washington\" by John Adams.","Contains article on Augustine Washington's grave, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 6.","Contains 23 newspapers with articles on religious freedom.","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Society of the Cincinnati","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Claypoole, David C., 1757?-1849","Thomas, Isaiah, 1749-1831","Mercein, William A., -1850","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","English \n.    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Gazette of the United States, 1790 March 27\n014. Gazette of the United States, 1790 April 17\n015. Gazette of the United States, 1790 June 19\n016. Gazette of the United States, 1790 August 11\n017. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 1\n018. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 4\n019. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 11\n020. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 15\n021. Gazette of the United States, 1790 September 18\n022. The Massachusetts Centinel, 1789 June 3\n023. The Pennsylvania Packet, and Daily Advertiser, 1790 January 14"],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe large majority of these newspapers originate from the 13 colonies; notable newspapers include:\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\u003cemph\u003eColumbian Centinel, Boston, MA.\u003c/emph\u003e\nBenjamin Russell commenced publication on March 24, 1804 but resigned as editor in 1828. 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Joseph Gales, the sole reporter for the U.S. Senate at the time, was hired in 1807 as reporter and became sole proprietor in 1810. In 1813, Gales took his brother-in-law, William Winston Seaton, as partner and reporter for the U.S. House of Representatives. Daily publication began in 1813, except for August 24-30, 1814, during the British army occupation. Gales and Seaton were selected as official reporters of Congress from 1819 to 1829 and published the \"Annals of Congress, 1798-1824,\" and \"Register of Debates, 1824-1837,\" the record of Congressional\ndebates of the time. Gales died in 1860, and Seaton retired in 1864. Final publication in Washington was on January 10, 1870; thereafter, weekly publication began in New York but ended in 1872.","Pennsylvania Packet/American Daily Advertiser, Philadelphia, PA. \nJohn Dunlap started weekly publication of the  Pennsylvania Packet  and the  General Advertiser  on October 28, 1771. 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At the time of the removal evidence was found of a remarkable state of preservation. \"The high pale brow wore a calm and serene expression; and the lips, pressed still together, had a grave and solemn smile, such as they doubtless wore when the first President gave up his blameless mortal life, for an immortal existence.\" p 2 col 2, 3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisement on page 3 column 5 for \"Great National Lottery. $300,000 in prizes! ... for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Association\" to purchase the Mount Vernon estate. Purchase of a lotto ticket comes with a Certificate of Membership of the Mount Vernon Association, to be displayed at the mansion along with the amount contributed to the cause. Copies of Fanoli's engraving of \"Washington the Statesman\" and a copy of Leutze's painting \"Washington Crossing the Delaware\" are offered to those who purchasing 25 and 50 tickets, respectively.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisement (page one, column 3) for a book of music composed to honor the death of George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Washington and the Fairfaxes of Virginia,\" passages from a lecture recently delivered by George A. 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George Washington,\" page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains request, reprinted from the Centinel, for all printers in the Northern States to send copies of Washington sermons, orations, and poems to the colleges in New England and to the Historical Society of Massachusetts, page 3, column 3. Also contains announcement that a figure of George Washington will appear in a Temple of Fame at the Museum, page 4, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains address from the General Assembly of the First Presbyterian Church to the President, and George Washington's response, page 2, column 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the grooming of George Washington's horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's \"110 Rules of Civilty and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation,\" page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's etiquette, page 3, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article about a new United States flag being flown at Mount Vernon, page 2, cloumn 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eP.2 col. 4: Account of the celebrations of George Washington's birthday at Fredricktown and other places.P.2 col. 5: An Ode to the President's Birthday is printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of a horse race won by Mr. L. Washington's mare. (Lund Washington ?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of farms in detail, signed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWedding notice, 20th of March. Thomas Law, youngest son of the late Bishop of Carlisle to Miss [Eliza] Custis, Grand daughter of the Lady of the President of the United States. Ceremony took place at the seat of David Stewart, Esq.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe German Luthern Congregation will have their pulpit and altars draped in memory of George Washington until Easter. All pages have a heavy black mourning border.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClaypoole's American Daily Advertiser [Number 1767, April 3, 1800] includes a character description of Washington from a London newspaper, The Courier featured on page 3, column 3-4. Says Washington was 68 when he died. Also gives his height as 5 feet 11 inches. An advertisement for artist Edward Savage's 'A New Exhibition, Gallery of Paintings..' is found on page 2, column 1. A portion of pages 3-4 has been clipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's campaign in New Jersey, page 3, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the dedication of a monument to Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA, page 2, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's athletic record, reprinted from the New York Sunday Advertiser, page 3, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the soon to be published biography of George Washington by William Spohn Baker, page 3, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the erection of a monument commemorating Washington's birthplace, page 1, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of a fight between George Washington and Mr. Payne, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Battle of Long Island, page 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains various articles and announcements regarding George Washington's death including the President's Message of John Adams to the Senate and HOuse of Representatives communicating a letter by Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains testimonials of the deceased George Washington as well as articles on funeral processions and a National Tribute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains announcement for the publication of music composed on the death of George Washington, page 1, column 3. Also contains article on funeral honors paid by the troops at Oxford, page 3, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains several articles on funeral honors paid to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains biographical sketch of George Washington, page 1, column 2, and commentary on Washington's will, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains correspondence to and from George Washington regarding the capture of Major John Andre, September 1780, page 1, column 1. Also contains article on state sovereignty and includes quotes from founding fathers including Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and Samuel Adams, page 2, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article reprinted from The Westchester Times on a letter wrritten by John Hancock, 8 July 1776, page 2, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains transcribed letter from George Washington to General Wayne, 10 July 1779, page 1, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address from the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church to the President and George Washington's reply, page 3, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a commemoration of the Fourth of July with a note that Washington has recovered from his recent illness, page 3, column 3. Also contains the address of the ministers and elders of the German Reformed Congregations to the president and George Washington's reply on page 4, columns 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter from George Washington to the Principal and faculty of Washington College regarding the \"happy termination of our glorious struggle for the establishment of the Right of Man.\" Also contains extract from the Essex Journal regarding George Washington's farm and his \"experiments for the improvemnet of agriculture.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an address from the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church to the Preisdent and Washington's reply on page 3, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the 17 articles of amendment to the Constitution ratified by Congress on page 2, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains obituary for Mary Washington, page 171, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of newspaper signed by publisher Isaiah Thomas of Worcester with annotations. Contains George Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains notice of Washington's unanimous election as President, with John Adams as Vice President, on page 2, column 2. Contains address of the Society of Friends (Quakers) and George Washington's response, p. 4 col. 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address of the Congregational ministers of the city of New-Haven to the President and George Washington's response, page 3, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address of the synod of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America to the President and George Washington's reply, beginning on page 1, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an account of the positive reception of George Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation, page 3, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extracts of the address of the first Presbytery of the Eastward to the President and George Washington's reply, page 1, columns 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains printing of Washington's first State of the Union Address.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address of the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of South-Carolina to George Washington and his reply, page 1, column 2. Also contains the address of the Roman Catholics to the President and George Washington's reply, page 3, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains March 18 address of the General Assembly of Maryland and George Washington's response in which he invokes \"Providence,\" p. 398 col. 3-p. 399 col. 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address by the Society of Free-Quakers from Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's response, page 4, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains address from the Hebrew Congregation of the City of Savannah and George Washington's response, p. 494 col. 2-3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address of the convention of the Universal Church assembled in Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's reply, page 4, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's departure from New York in order to visit Mount Vernon, p. 579 col. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the addresses of the citizens and clergy of Newport to the Presdient and George Washington's replies, page 4, columns 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address of the Master, Warden, and Brethren of King David's Masonic Lodge in Newport to the President and George Washington's response, page 4, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains address of the Hebrew Congregation in Newport, Rhode Island and George Washington's response, p. 596 col. 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a proclamation of President George Washington in response to a violoation of treaty between the United States and the Cherokee, Choctaw, and Chickasaw nations, p. 598 col. 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains George Washington's proclamation on the permanent location of the United States government in Maryland and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter from George Washington to John Edie dated August 31, 1795 regarding \"resolutions of the inhabitants of the Borough of York and its vicinity, relative to the treaty lately negotiated between the United States and Great Britain.\" Page 3, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains announcement of the death of George Washington, page 3, column 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains announcements that, in consequence of George Washington's death, Mrs. Adams' Drawing Room is deferred to the 27th (page 3, column 1), and the theatre has been suspended (page 3, column 4).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains public letter from the Navy Department on the death of George Washington, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains several articles on the death of George Washington including an announcement that Senate members shall wear black, an address from the House of Representatives, and a notice of when Washington's remains were to be interred, page 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains proposals for publishing \"an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington\" by Joseph Scott, as well as a publication of the resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati regarding Washington's death, page 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter to Rev. Mr. Austin regarding his sermon on George Washington, page 3, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington\" by Joseph Scott, page 3, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contains \"Funeral Oration of the Death of General Washington...\" by Major General Henry Lee, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisement for publication of \"A Funeral Oration, on the Death of General Washington...\" by Major General Lee, page 3, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter from Martha Washington to the President of the United States [John Adams], 1799 December 31, page 3, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contain advertisement for \"A Funeral Oration, on the Death of General Washington...by Major General Lee,\" page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contains resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati regarding the death of George Washington, page 3, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, page 3, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington...by Joseph Scott,\" advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, and resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, and a history of the life of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains opinion piece on the memory of George Washington and literature written after his death, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"Tribute to the Memory of Gen. George Washington, among our Citizens abroad,\" page 3, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract of a letter from Burlington, NJ regarding the death of George Washington, page 2, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisement for the publication of \"Eulogium on the character of General Washington...\" by Major William Jackson, page 3, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on April 22nd funeral ceremony in honor of George Washington, page 3, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublished in the Netherlands. Issues include information on the French and Indian War and early mentions of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Revolutionary War including reports on George Washington's army, page 1. Also contains article on and copy of letter from Sir Henry Clinton to George Washington on the appointment of Commissioners, page 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains printed letter dated May 14 on the Continental troops, page 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains resolution by Congress on an embargo on all vessels in ports of the United States, page 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains George Washington's sixth annual address to Congress, page 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains proclamation by General Lee regarding the Whiskey Rebellion, page 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article an address of thanks to George Washington prepared by the Legislature of Virginia, page 2. Also contains false report on the results of the presidential election, page 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains account of George Washington's retirement, page 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Foreign and Domestic Specials\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 228, column 2-3. Also contains article on the statue of George Washington in the Boston State House, page 233, column 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFeatures an engraving and article about Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article and images of public buildings in Washington, DC, pages 152-153.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains eulogy of George Washington reprinted from the London Courier, page 192, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article regarding the raising of funds by the Mount Vernon Aid Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on \"The Late G. W. P. Custis\" on page 684.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on a visit to Mount Vernon, page 420-421.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"The Purchase of Mount Vernon\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the city of Washington regarding architecture and growth, page 785. Also contains image entitled, \"Assembling of Congress, Hall of Representatives, Washington City, December 3, 1860,\" page 793.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Pictures from the Life of George Washington, February 22 1732\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePages 279-280 only. Contains image of the \"Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia, October 19, 1781.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ep. 172 - Engraving of Washington, Lincoln, and Grant. p. 181 - Engraving of General and Lady Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Revolutionary War regarding the movements of Lord Percy, General Howe, and George Washington, page 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's first inauguration ball, page 1, column 1. Also contains article on Martha Washington's character, page 1, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Getting home from Virginia\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a call out for contributions to the Mount Vernon fund, page 3, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains excerpts on George Washington and the Revolutionary War taken from \"Personal Recollections of the American Revolution,\" edited by Sidney Barclay and published by Rudd and Carleton, page 4, column 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains several reminiscenses of George Washington, reprinted from Arthur's Home Gazette, page 4, column 3-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Sacred to the Memory of Washington\" on funeral procession in Boston, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the proclamation for the end of the Revolutionary War\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Washington's Will of Emancipation\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract of a letter from Charlestown dated October 2 regarding George Washington's horse falling into a river, page 14.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract of letter dated April 22 regarding George Washington's arrival in Philadelphia prior to his inauguration, page 542.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract of a letter dated June 6 regarding an entertainment held June 4 by George Washington, page 20.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains speech of George Washington delivered December 8, 1790 to Congress, page 65-68. Also contains extract of a letter dated November 28, 1790 regarding trade, page 71-72.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains proclamation by George Washington regarding the United States' position on the war with France, page 537.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains address by John Adams to the Senate on George Washington's acceptance of appointment to Commander in Chief, page 198. Also contains list of other appointment including Major and Brigadier Generals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a previously published interview with George Washington, page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter from John Augustine Washington to \"A Southern Matron\" regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington making appointments to government offices, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from Ann Pamela Cunningham's address to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 1, column 1. Also contains commentary on Washington's Farewell Address, page 2, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on Washington Irving meeting George Washington, page 1, column 7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Union losing Mount Vernon as a result of Virginia's seceding, page 2, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains satirical sketch of Washington City reprinted from the Atlantic Monthly, page 1, column 7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains commentary on Virginia seceding from the Union, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the capture of Yorktown and reflects on Lord Cornwallis' surrender in 1781, page 1, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article by George Alfred Townsend on George Washington's election, reprinted from the Chicago Tribune, page 1, column 7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's election, page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Mail \u0026amp; Express Souvenir of George Washington and of the Centennial Celebration of His Inauguration, April 29, 30, 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on memoir, \"The Early Life of Washington; designed for the instruction and amusement of the young. By a Friend of Youth,\" page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on mementoes of George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, pae 2, column 4-5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's Camp Chest, page 2, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the sale of George Washington artifacts in London, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper includes accounts of the debates in the House of Burgesses on the growing conflict with France and the news of George Washington marching to negotiate with the French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis edition of the newspaper contains a runaway slave notice published by George Washington for 4 slaves, Peros, Jack, Neptune, and Cupid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the address of the ministers, churchwardens, and vestrymen of the German Lutheran Congregation in and near the city of Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's reply, page 1, columns 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the \"Sixth Act of Congress\" and \"Seventh Act of Congress\" (page 1), as well as Washington's response to an \"Address of the Bishops, Clergy, and Laity of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the States of New York, New-Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina\" (page 3).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the death of Benjamin Franklin. Mentions Franklin leaving a cane to George Washington [page 63, column 1-2].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains excerpt from Watson's \"Men and Times of the Revolution\" on George Washington and his family, page 108, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on Mount Vernon and George Washington's tomb, along with image of Mount Vernon, page 57, column 2-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on and images of Mount Vernon and George Washington's tomb, page 65, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains advertisement for a proposal to publish a history of the American Revolution by Paul Allen, page 4, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Judge Washington, a partial defense of Bushrod's sale of slaves\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Celebrations of the 4 of July at Mount Vernon\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"George Washington\" letter by William Thornton about the character of George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"A Piece of Mount Vernon History\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"The Birthplace of Washington\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains articles \"Prospectus of the National Monument\" and \"How Washington Was Made Commander in Chief\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Mount Vernon and Washington\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains reprinted letter from the Newburgh Gazette by Benjamin Eaton, one of the Life Guards of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ep. 3 - an account of the proceedings of St. John's Masonic Lodge in Newark on February 22 in honor of George Washington. p. 4 - an advertisement for an original painting in memory of George Washington on exhibit, and an advertisement for the publication of a funeral sermon on the death of George Washington by Alexander Macwhotter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains reprint of letter from George Washington to President John Adams, 25 September 1798\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Washington and Jefferson\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains articles \"Letters to President John Adams\" and \"Washington's Evidence\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains obituary for Martha Washington, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Monument to Washington\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an ode to George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Death of Judge Washington and Mount Veron\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains George Washington's whiskey proclamation (page 4) and a letter from Captain Rogers to Henry Lee about \"Indian Massacre of White Settlers\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract of a letter by Rev. Dr. Ashbel Greens about George Washington's dining habits, page 1, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePages 1 and 2 contain the official announcement the report from the Constitutional Convention has been received and adopted. Calls for states to hold proceedings to ratify it. Other articles supporting the adoption of the Constitution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ep. 3 - President Washington's addresses to the two Houses of Congress in the Representatives Chamber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter from George Washington to Martha Washington, Philadelphia, June 18th, 1775, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's character, reprinted from the British Annual Register, page 1, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Mount Vernon for sale\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the inauguration of Clark Mills' equestrian statue of George Washington, page 1, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on a Congressman's visit to Mount Vernon, page 3, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the publication of \"Mount Vernon and Its Association\" by W. A. Townsend, page 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 4, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains facsimile of a Masonic letter of George Washington, page 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's \"spark of celestial fire\" maxim, page 7, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"The Mount Vernon Papers, By Edward Everett\" no. twenty-four, page 5, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"The Washington Papers, By Edward Everett...No. Twenty-six. Washington's Southern Tour Concluded,\" page 5, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on \"The Youth of Washington\" and Greenway Court, page 7, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote told by J. Fennimore Cooper regarding incident at Brandywine in which George Washington's life was supposedly spared by Major Ferguson, page 327, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains reportedly true story of George Washington as a lost traveler, page 70, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains humorous anecdote of George Washington and General Lee, page 224, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on portraits of presidents at the National Portrait Gallery, page 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on a veteran officer's visit to Mount Vernon, page 277, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a plea for funding for the Washington Monument, page 271, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal and facsimile.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Washington's Relics\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"A Funeral Oration in Honor of the Memory of George Washington, Late General of the Armies of the United States, Prepared and delivered at the request of Congress, at the German Lutheran Church, on Thursday, the 25th of December, by Major General Henry Lee, on of the Representatives from the State of Virginia,\" page 1, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"The Will of Gen. George Washington. In the Name of God, Amen,\" page 1, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains resolution of Virginia legislature to put inscription on statue of George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Lafayette at the Tomb of Washington\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains obituary of Bushrod Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Ladies' Association and a festival at Mount Vernon, page 4, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article reprinted from the Washington Star on the transference of Mount Vernon to the Ladies' Association, page 8, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"The purchase of Mount Vernon\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Buying Mount Vernon and the Mount Vernon Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublished letter from George Washington to Lord Viscount Richard Howe negotiating the exchange of prisoners [page 421, column 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a printing of George Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation, given October 3, 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains address of the Committee of the United Baptist Churches in Virginia, assembled in the city of Richmond, August 8, 1789, and George Washington's response, p. 3 col. 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContaind letter from George Washington to Mr. Rumney, 1784 July 5, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 4, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an obituary about Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association paying $158,333 to date for the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Mount Vernon Musical and Dramatic Fund, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on concerts at Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Legislature of California contibuting $1,000 to the Mount Verno Ladies' Association, page 2, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains list of Lady Managers of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's English heritage, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains update on payments made by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association towards the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letters from George Washington to Major-General Sullivan, page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article by J.H.[?]. on a recent visit to Mount Vernon. Mentions West Ford and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 1, column 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains update on payments made by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association for the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on upcoming editions of the \"Illustrated News of the World\" which will contain a history of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains letter reprinted from the Evening Transcript written by a visitor to Mount Vernon, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the authorship of George Washington's farewell address, page 1, column 5\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on Thomas Paine, page 1, column 5. Also contains article on George Washington's Farewell Address, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains review of Edward Everett's book, \"Life of Washington,\" page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on Fredericksburg and its battle fields, page 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGerman-language newspaper with article mourning the death of George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on John Augustine Washington's proposal to sell Mount Vernon to the Ladies of Virginia, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association regarding the raising of funds and appointment of Lady Managers, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Mount Vernon fund, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the nearly completed purhase of Mount Vernon by \"the ladies of America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"Letter from Grant Thorburn--Anecdote of General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on repairs made to George Washington's tomb, page 3, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Washington's Birthday\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituary of William Augustine Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article about proposed equestrian statue of George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains correspondence between the Trustees of the School at Germantown and George Washington, page 1, column 2-3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes marriage notice of Noblet Herbert to Mary Lee Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington by H. T. Tuckorman, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article about George Washington on slavery, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on Simon, a former slave of George Washington, page 1, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington's traits, Gilbert Stuart, and Washington's slave Sam, page 2, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's last vote.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington's exercise habits as told by Primas Hall, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains contains small article on John Augustine Washington's income through Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from \"Men and Times of the Revolution\" by Elkanah Watson, page 4, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdotes of George Washington from Washington Irving's \"Life of George Washington,\" page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article relating anecdote of Martha Washington rebuking George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains transcribed letter to George Washington from the Marquis de la Fayette, August 1784, page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washinton related by Theodore Parker regarding \"colored soldiers.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of Martha Washington's visit to Trenton on 28 December 1770, page 1, column 7. Also contains letter from Louisa Ingersoll Grennough, Vice Regent for Massachusetts, calling for funds for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 2, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains announcement for a concert for the Mount Vernon Fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Putnam Phalanx of Hartford attempting to replicate George Washington's uniform.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains announcement that $100,000 has been paid toward tbe purchase of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains announcement that the Salem Independent Cadets contributed to the Mount Vernon Fund, page 2 column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains personal reflection on George Washington's death, page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington and Colonel Seth Warner, page 1, column 4-5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's domestic life, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a reportedly true story of George Washington's generosity, page 1, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the abuse of George Washington by an editor of the Philadelphia Aurora, page 2, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains correspondence of George Washington, dated September 26, 1783, entitled \"Another of Washington's Life Guards No More,\" page 1, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains artilce on George Washington's residence in New York, page 1, column 6-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington asking a boy to procure a newspaper, page 1, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains funeral discourse for Silas Higgins in which George Washington is mentioned, page 1, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington by Mr. Boylston of the Amherst Cabinet, page 2, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington receiving the title of Mareschal de France, page 2, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains history of a former slave of George Washington named Jerry, reprinted from the Selma Sentinel, page 1, column 7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the Washington Monument, page 2, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains story reprinted from the Augusta Chronicle and Sentinel of a slave woman donating one dollar towards the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the financial statement of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Assocation, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains anecdote of George Washington making appointments to government offices, page 2, column 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article stating that the ladies association had not yet taken possession of Mount Vernon despite its being paid for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the printed will of Mary Ball Washington, page 2, column 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"The Unexpected Friend: A True Story of George Washington,\" page 1, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Birthday of Washington\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's first public act and the Battle of the Monongahela, page 125, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington at Braddock's defeat, page 144, colum 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains account of personal encounters with George Washington taken from [Luther A.?]Ingersoll's History, page 113, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on improvements in the City of Washington, page 1, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from \"Washington's Political Legacies\" published by Russell and West, 1800, regarding George Washington's wealth, page 332, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains reminiscence of George Washington after the revolution, page 542, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extracts from the \"Life of George Washington\" by J. T. Headley, page 171, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains genealogy of Corbin family which mentions John Washington, great-grandfather o f George Washington, page 195, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains corrections to the Corbin family genealogy, page 235, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from the \"Custis' Recollections and Private Memoirs of the Life and Character of Washington\" on Father Jack and Tom Davis, a fisherman and a hunter respectively at Mount Vernon, page 341, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a history as told by William Bancroft, a soldier employed by George Washington in a secret service, page 365, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on celebrations in Paris for George Washington's birthday, page 76, column 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the \"Ancient Families of Virginia\" in which the Washingtons are mentioned, page 99, column 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from \"Life of George Washington\" by Washington Irving, page 208, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract on George Washington's equipage and horse Leonidas, page 331, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from Washington Irving's \"The Life of Washington\" on life at Mount Vernon and George Washinton's love of hunting, page 339, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains appendix to \"Recollections and Private Memoirs of Washington\" by George Washington Parke Custis regarding the portraits of George Washington, page 545, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article by Bishop Meade on the poor state of the Washington family vault, page 80, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the families of Virginia, including the Dandridges and Washingtons, page 411, column 2. Also contains transcribed letter from Horace Ransdall to George Washington, January 20, 1781, page 412, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains death announcement for Mary Ball Washington, page 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains George Washington's address to Congress delivered December 5, 1793, page 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains false report of George Washington's assassination, page 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains George Washington's address to Congress delivered December 3, 1794, page 3-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article reprinted from The New York Journal about creating a coin with image of George Washington on it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribe's Lafayette's visit to Boston\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains extract from a letter regarding George Washington's legacy and the freeing of his slaves, page 2, column 4. Also contains articles on the funeral honors given to George Washington at Oxford and Providence,as well as an announcement of a Masonic funeral procession, page 3, column 2-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article, \"Washington's Portrait, Drawn by the Pencil of an Artist,\" page 1, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an act of Congress for laying a duty on imported goods, page 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's rejection of the title of \"HIghness,\" page 2. Also contains list of appointments for departments of the Executive Power, page 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an examination of a review on Judge Marshall's \"Life of Washington,\" page 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"An Oration Delivered Before the Washington Benevolent Society of Pennsylvania...by John Morin Scott, Esq.,\" page 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains reprinted article from the Gazette of the United States on 29 April 1789 regarding George Washington's reception in Philadelphia while he was travelling to New York, page 1, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains George Washington's response to an address made by the Magistrates of Philadelphia, 30 December 1778, page 1, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains transcribed letter from George Washington to Madame de la Fayette, 31 January 1793, reprinted from the New York American, page 4, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains articles on the death of Judge Bushrod Washington, page 1, column 4 and page 4, column 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article \"Baron Renfrew at the Tomb of Washington\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on George Washington's last vote, page 3, column 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions General Washington's arrival in Philadelphia from New York on May 23 [page 6, column 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituary of Anna Maria Washington Tucker\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on the gifting of George Washington's gorget by Martha Parke Custis Peter to the Washington Benevolent Society, page 2, column 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains opinion piece on the French revolution, reprinted from the Baltimore Federal Gazette, in which several of George Washington's letters are quoted and fully transcribed, page 2, column 1-2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains \"The Last Moments of Washington\" by John Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains article on Augustine Washington's 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At the time of the removal evidence was found of a remarkable state of preservation. \"The high pale brow wore a calm and serene expression; and the lips, pressed still together, had a grave and solemn smile, such as they doubtless wore when the first President gave up his blameless mortal life, for an immortal existence.\" p 2 col 2, 3","Contains advertisement on page 3 column 5 for \"Great National Lottery. $300,000 in prizes! ... for the benefit of the Mount Vernon Association\" to purchase the Mount Vernon estate. Purchase of a lotto ticket comes with a Certificate of Membership of the Mount Vernon Association, to be displayed at the mansion along with the amount contributed to the cause. Copies of Fanoli's engraving of \"Washington the Statesman\" and a copy of Leutze's painting \"Washington Crossing the Delaware\" are offered to those who purchasing 25 and 50 tickets, respectively.","Contains advertisement (page one, column 3) for a book of music composed to honor the death of George Washington","Contains article \"Washington and the Fairfaxes of Virginia,\" passages from a lecture recently delivered by George A. Ward, esq., entitled \"Washington's early associates and patrons, the Fairfaxes, and their influence in the formation of his character.\" p 191 col 2, 3, p 192 col 1","Contains excerpts from Dr. Thacher's military journal of the American Revolution, page 55.","Contains an advertisement by George Washington dated July 11, Mount Vernon, for the proposed division and sale of his half acre lot at Prince and Pitt Street, Alexandria.","Contains a notice that the steamer Baltimore passes Fort Washington and Mount Vernon daily, as well as a notice of the sale of a farm near the Fauquier and Prince William county line by T. M. Washington.","Contains article on George Washington's snuff box, page 4, column 1.","p. 1-2 - General Washington's official letters. (continued.)","\"Washington Defamed by Federalists,\" A defense of certain writings of George Washington by a Republican, against evidence presented in a Federalists paper, The Aurora, that Washington was hostile to Republicanism.","Contains depictions of relics of the Revolutionary War.","Contains reprinted article \"'Tomb of Washington,' and Judge Washington\" from the National Journal regarding a letter from Bushrod Washington to Messrs. Snowden and Thornton about visitors arriving at Mount Vernon by steamboat.","Contains article on the sale of Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington and the condition that George Washington's body shall forever remain at Mount Vernon.","Contains article on the authorship of George Washington's Farewell Address, page 1, column 3.","Contains article on George Washington's farewell to his army, reprinted from the New York Sunday Times, page 1, column 5.","Contains account of Lajos Kossuth's visit to Mount Vernon and George Washington's grave.","Contains article on plans to purchase Mount Vernon, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on the returning of the original copy of George Washington's commission as Commander in Chief which had been loaned to the Jersey Continentallers, page 2, column 1.","Includes printed letter dated March 18 from Bushrod Washington to Governor of Virginia regarding the remains of George Washington. Page 404.","Contains article on constructing the Capitol building and money spent, page 5, column 1.","Newspaper ad by George Washington advertising the rental of 4 Mt. Vernon farms--not including Mansion House Farm. Detailed descriptions, are included. Also lists for sale lands on the Ohio River, on the Miami, and in Kentucky. Deals with decisions Washington was making regarding establishment of a source of income for himself, the management of farms, and to find a solution to the burdens of his slave ownership.","Contains an early printing of Washington's farewell address.","Contains announcement of George Wahington's death, page 3, column 1.","Multiple entries on the death of George Washington, inlcuding \"Continuation of Minutes, of Funereal Solemnities, in Honor of the Sainted George Washington,\" page 1, column 2.","Contains \"Continuation of Minutes of Funereal Solemnities in Honor of the Sainted Washington,\" page 1, column 4.","Contains article \"Funeral Procession, as a Tribute to the memory of Gen. George Washington,\" page 3, column 1.","Contains request, reprinted from the Centinel, for all printers in the Northern States to send copies of Washington sermons, orations, and poems to the colleges in New England and to the Historical Society of Massachusetts, page 3, column 3. Also contains announcement that a figure of George Washington will appear in a Temple of Fame at the Museum, page 4, column 2.","Contains address from the General Assembly of the First Presbyterian Church to the President, and George Washington's response, page 2, column 2-3.","Contains article on the grooming of George Washington's horses.","Contains article on George Washington's \"110 Rules of Civilty and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation,\" page 1, column 5.","Contains article on George Washington's etiquette, page 3, column 4.","Contains article about a new United States flag being flown at Mount Vernon, page 2, cloumn 2.","P.2 col. 4: Account of the celebrations of George Washington's birthday at Fredricktown and other places.P.2 col. 5: An Ode to the President's Birthday is printed.","News of a horse race won by Mr. L. Washington's mare. (Lund Washington ?).","Description of farms in detail, signed by George Washington.","Wedding notice, 20th of March. Thomas Law, youngest son of the late Bishop of Carlisle to Miss [Eliza] Custis, Grand daughter of the Lady of the President of the United States. Ceremony took place at the seat of David Stewart, Esq.","The German Luthern Congregation will have their pulpit and altars draped in memory of George Washington until Easter. All pages have a heavy black mourning border.","Claypoole's American Daily Advertiser [Number 1767, April 3, 1800] includes a character description of Washington from a London newspaper, The Courier featured on page 3, column 3-4. Says Washington was 68 when he died. Also gives his height as 5 feet 11 inches. An advertisement for artist Edward Savage's 'A New Exhibition, Gallery of Paintings..' is found on page 2, column 1. A portion of pages 3-4 has been clipped.","Contains article on George Washington's campaign in New Jersey, page 3, column 2.","Contains article on the dedication of a monument to Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on George Washington's athletic record, reprinted from the New York Sunday Advertiser, page 3, column 4.","Contains article on the soon to be published biography of George Washington by William Spohn Baker, page 3, column 3.","Contains article on the erection of a monument commemorating Washington's birthplace, page 1, column 2.","Contains anecdote of a fight between George Washington and Mr. Payne, page 1, column 6.","Contains article on the Battle of Long Island, page 1.","Contains various articles and announcements regarding George Washington's death including the President's Message of John Adams to the Senate and HOuse of Representatives communicating a letter by Tobias Lear.","Contains testimonials of the deceased George Washington as well as articles on funeral processions and a National Tribute.","Contains announcement for the publication of music composed on the death of George Washington, page 1, column 3. Also contains article on funeral honors paid by the troops at Oxford, page 3, column 2.","Contains several articles on funeral honors paid to George Washington.","Contains biographical sketch of George Washington, page 1, column 2, and commentary on Washington's will, page 3, column 1.","Contains correspondence to and from George Washington regarding the capture of Major John Andre, September 1780, page 1, column 1. Also contains article on state sovereignty and includes quotes from founding fathers including Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and Samuel Adams, page 2, column 1.","Contains article reprinted from The Westchester Times on a letter wrritten by John Hancock, 8 July 1776, page 2, column 1.","Contains transcribed letter from George Washington to General Wayne, 10 July 1779, page 1, column 3.","Contains the address from the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church to the President and George Washington's reply, page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains a commemoration of the Fourth of July with a note that Washington has recovered from his recent illness, page 3, column 3. Also contains the address of the ministers and elders of the German Reformed Congregations to the president and George Washington's reply on page 4, columns 2-3.","Contains letter from George Washington to the Principal and faculty of Washington College regarding the \"happy termination of our glorious struggle for the establishment of the Right of Man.\" Also contains extract from the Essex Journal regarding George Washington's farm and his \"experiments for the improvemnet of agriculture.\"","Contains an address from the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church to the Preisdent and Washington's reply on page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains the 17 articles of amendment to the Constitution ratified by Congress on page 2, columns 1-2.","Contains obituary for Mary Washington, page 171, column 2.","Copy of newspaper signed by publisher Isaiah Thomas of Worcester with annotations. Contains George Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation.","Contains notice of Washington's unanimous election as President, with John Adams as Vice President, on page 2, column 2. Contains address of the Society of Friends (Quakers) and George Washington's response, p. 4 col. 2-3.","Contains the address of the Congregational ministers of the city of New-Haven to the President and George Washington's response, page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains the address of the synod of the Reformed Dutch Church in North America to the President and George Washington's reply, beginning on page 1, column 3.","Contains an account of the positive reception of George Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation, page 3, column 2.","Contains extracts of the address of the first Presbytery of the Eastward to the President and George Washington's reply, page 1, columns 2-3.","Contains printing of Washington's first State of the Union Address.","Contains the address of the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of South-Carolina to George Washington and his reply, page 1, column 2. Also contains the address of the Roman Catholics to the President and George Washington's reply, page 3, columns 1-2.","Contains March 18 address of the General Assembly of Maryland and George Washington's response in which he invokes \"Providence,\" p. 398 col. 3-p. 399 col. 1.","Contains the address by the Society of Free-Quakers from Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's response, page 4, columns 1-2.","Contains address from the Hebrew Congregation of the City of Savannah and George Washington's response, p. 494 col. 2-3","Contains the address of the convention of the Universal Church assembled in Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's reply, page 4, column 1.","Contains article on George Washington's departure from New York in order to visit Mount Vernon, p. 579 col. 2.","Contains the addresses of the citizens and clergy of Newport to the Presdient and George Washington's replies, page 4, columns 2-3.","Contains the address of the Master, Warden, and Brethren of King David's Masonic Lodge in Newport to the President and George Washington's response, page 4, column 2.","Contains address of the Hebrew Congregation in Newport, Rhode Island and George Washington's response, p. 596 col. 2-3.","Contains a proclamation of President George Washington in response to a violoation of treaty between the United States and the Cherokee, Choctaw, and Chickasaw nations, p. 598 col. 2-3.","Contains George Washington's proclamation on the permanent location of the United States government in Maryland and Virginia.","Contains letter from George Washington to John Edie dated August 31, 1795 regarding \"resolutions of the inhabitants of the Borough of York and its vicinity, relative to the treaty lately negotiated between the United States and Great Britain.\" Page 3, column 4.","Contains announcement of the death of George Washington, page 3, column 4","Contains announcements that, in consequence of George Washington's death, Mrs. Adams' Drawing Room is deferred to the 27th (page 3, column 1), and the theatre has been suspended (page 3, column 4).","Contains public letter from the Navy Department on the death of George Washington, page 3, column 1.","Contains several articles on the death of George Washington including an announcement that Senate members shall wear black, an address from the House of Representatives, and a notice of when Washington's remains were to be interred, page 3.","Contains proposals for publishing \"an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington\" by Joseph Scott, as well as a publication of the resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati regarding Washington's death, page 3.","Contains letter to Rev. Mr. Austin regarding his sermon on George Washington, page 3, column 3.","Contains \"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington\" by Joseph Scott, page 3, column 5.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contains \"Funeral Oration of the Death of General Washington...\" by Major General Henry Lee, page 2, column 4.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5.","Contains advertisement for publication of \"A Funeral Oration, on the Death of General Washington...\" by Major General Lee, page 3, column 4.","Contains letter from Martha Washington to the President of the United States [John Adams], 1799 December 31, page 3, column 2.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contain advertisement for \"A Funeral Oration, on the Death of General Washington...by Major General Lee,\" page 2, column 3.","\"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington... By Joseph Scott,\" page 1, column 5. Also contains resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati regarding the death of George Washington, page 3, column 2.","Contains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, page 3, column 5.","Contains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, page 2, column 4.","Contains \"Proposals for Publishing an History of the Life of the Illustrious George Washington...by Joseph Scott,\" advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington and a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, and resolutions of the Pennsylvania State Society of the Cincinnati.","Contains advertisements for a published likeness of George Washington, a \"super edition\" of Washington's farewell address, and a history of the life of George Washington.","Contains opinion piece on the memory of George Washington and literature written after his death, page 3, column 1.","Contains \"Tribute to the Memory of Gen. George Washington, among our Citizens abroad,\" page 3, column 4.","Contains extract of a letter from Burlington, NJ regarding the death of George Washington, page 2, column 5.","Contains advertisement for the publication of \"Eulogium on the character of General Washington...\" by Major William Jackson, page 3, column 3.","Contains article on April 22nd funeral ceremony in honor of George Washington, page 3, column 3.","Published in the Netherlands. Issues include information on the French and Indian War and early mentions of George Washington.","Contains article on the Revolutionary War including reports on George Washington's army, page 1. Also contains article on and copy of letter from Sir Henry Clinton to George Washington on the appointment of Commissioners, page 3.","Contains printed letter dated May 14 on the Continental troops, page 2.","Contains resolution by Congress on an embargo on all vessels in ports of the United States, page 4.","Contains George Washington's sixth annual address to Congress, page 2-3.","Contains proclamation by General Lee regarding the Whiskey Rebellion, page 2.","Contains article an address of thanks to George Washington prepared by the Legislature of Virginia, page 2. Also contains false report on the results of the presidential election, page 4.","Contains account of George Washington's retirement, page 3.","No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Foreign and Domestic Specials","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 228, column 2-3. Also contains article on the statue of George Washington in the Boston State House, page 233, column 1-2.","Features an engraving and article about Mount Vernon.","Contains article and images of public buildings in Washington, DC, pages 152-153.","Contains eulogy of George Washington reprinted from the London Courier, page 192, column 3.","Contains article regarding the raising of funds by the Mount Vernon Aid Society.","Contains article on \"The Late G. W. P. Custis\" on page 684.","Contains article on a visit to Mount Vernon, page 420-421.","Contains article \"The Purchase of Mount Vernon\"","Contains article on the city of Washington regarding architecture and growth, page 785. Also contains image entitled, \"Assembling of Congress, Hall of Representatives, Washington City, December 3, 1860,\" page 793.","Contains article \"Pictures from the Life of George Washington, February 22 1732\"","Pages 279-280 only. Contains image of the \"Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia, October 19, 1781.\"","p. 172 - Engraving of Washington, Lincoln, and Grant. p. 181 - Engraving of General and Lady Washington.","Contains article on the Revolutionary War regarding the movements of Lord Percy, General Howe, and George Washington, page 4.","Contains article on George Washington's first inauguration ball, page 1, column 1. Also contains article on Martha Washington's character, page 1, column 2.","Contains article \"Getting home from Virginia\"","Contains a call out for contributions to the Mount Vernon fund, page 3, column 3.","Contains excerpts on George Washington and the Revolutionary War taken from \"Personal Recollections of the American Revolution,\" edited by Sidney Barclay and published by Rudd and Carleton, page 4, column 1-2.","Contains several reminiscenses of George Washington, reprinted from Arthur's Home Gazette, page 4, column 3-4.","Contains article \"Sacred to the Memory of Washington\" on funeral procession in Boston, page 3, column 1.","Contains the proclamation for the end of the Revolutionary War","Contains article \"Washington's Will of Emancipation\"","Contains extract of a letter from Charlestown dated October 2 regarding George Washington's horse falling into a river, page 14.","Contains extract of letter dated April 22 regarding George Washington's arrival in Philadelphia prior to his inauguration, page 542.","Contains extract of a letter dated June 6 regarding an entertainment held June 4 by George Washington, page 20.","Contains speech of George Washington delivered December 8, 1790 to Congress, page 65-68. Also contains extract of a letter dated November 28, 1790 regarding trade, page 71-72.","Contains proclamation by George Washington regarding the United States' position on the war with France, page 537.","Contains address by John Adams to the Senate on George Washington's acceptance of appointment to Commander in Chief, page 198. Also contains list of other appointment including Major and Brigadier Generals.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 7.","Contains a previously published interview with George Washington, page 1, column 5.","Contains letter from John Augustine Washington to \"A Southern Matron\" regarding the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains anecdote of George Washington making appointments to government offices, page 1, column 6.","Contains extract from Ann Pamela Cunningham's address to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 1, column 1. Also contains commentary on Washington's Farewell Address, page 2, column 1.","Contains article on Washington Irving meeting George Washington, page 1, column 7.","Contains article on the Union losing Mount Vernon as a result of Virginia's seceding, page 2, column 2.","Contains satirical sketch of Washington City reprinted from the Atlantic Monthly, page 1, column 7.","Contains commentary on Virginia seceding from the Union, page 1, column 6.","Contains article on the capture of Yorktown and reflects on Lord Cornwallis' surrender in 1781, page 1, column 4.","Contains article by George Alfred Townsend on George Washington's election, reprinted from the Chicago Tribune, page 1, column 7.","Contains article on George Washington's election, page 1, column 5.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 6.","The Mail \u0026 Express Souvenir of George Washington and of the Centennial Celebration of His Inauguration, April 29, 30, 1889.","Contains article on memoir, \"The Early Life of Washington; designed for the instruction and amusement of the young. By a Friend of Youth,\" page 2, column 4.","Contains article on mementoes of George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, pae 2, column 4-5.","Contains article on George Washington's Camp Chest, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on the sale of George Washington artifacts in London, page 2, column 3.","Newspaper includes accounts of the debates in the House of Burgesses on the growing conflict with France and the news of George Washington marching to negotiate with the French.","This edition of the newspaper contains a runaway slave notice published by George Washington for 4 slaves, Peros, Jack, Neptune, and Cupid.","Contains the address of the ministers, churchwardens, and vestrymen of the German Lutheran Congregation in and near the city of Philadelphia to the President and George Washington's reply, page 1, columns 1-2.","Contains the \"Sixth Act of Congress\" and \"Seventh Act of Congress\" (page 1), as well as Washington's response to an \"Address of the Bishops, Clergy, and Laity of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the States of New York, New-Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina\" (page 3).","Contains article on the death of Benjamin Franklin. Mentions Franklin leaving a cane to George Washington [page 63, column 1-2].","Contains excerpt from Watson's \"Men and Times of the Revolution\" on George Washington and his family, page 108, column 3.","Contains article on Mount Vernon and George Washington's tomb, along with image of Mount Vernon, page 57, column 2-4.","Contains article on and images of Mount Vernon and George Washington's tomb, page 65, column 2.","Contains advertisement for a proposal to publish a history of the American Revolution by Paul Allen, page 4, column 5.","Contains article \"Judge Washington, a partial defense of Bushrod's sale of slaves\"","Contains article \"Celebrations of the 4 of July at Mount Vernon\"","Contains \"George Washington\" letter by William Thornton about the character of George Washington","Contains article \"A Piece of Mount Vernon History\"","Contains article \"The Birthplace of Washington\"","Contains articles \"Prospectus of the National Monument\" and \"How Washington Was Made Commander in Chief\"","Contains article \"Mount Vernon and Washington\"","Contains reprinted letter from the Newburgh Gazette by Benjamin Eaton, one of the Life Guards of George Washington.","p. 3 - an account of the proceedings of St. John's Masonic Lodge in Newark on February 22 in honor of George Washington. p. 4 - an advertisement for an original painting in memory of George Washington on exhibit, and an advertisement for the publication of a funeral sermon on the death of George Washington by Alexander Macwhotter.","Contains reprint of letter from George Washington to President John Adams, 25 September 1798","Contains article \"Washington and Jefferson\"","Contains articles \"Letters to President John Adams\" and \"Washington's Evidence\"","Contains obituary for Martha Washington, page 3, column 1.","Contains article \"Monument to Washington\"","Contains an ode to George Washington","Contains article \"Death of Judge Washington and Mount Veron\"","Contains George Washington's whiskey proclamation (page 4) and a letter from Captain Rogers to Henry Lee about \"Indian Massacre of White Settlers\"","Contains extract of a letter by Rev. Dr. Ashbel Greens about George Washington's dining habits, page 1, column 4.","Pages 1 and 2 contain the official announcement the report from the Constitutional Convention has been received and adopted. Calls for states to hold proceedings to ratify it. Other articles supporting the adoption of the Constitution.","p. 3 - President Washington's addresses to the two Houses of Congress in the Representatives Chamber.","Contains letter from George Washington to Martha Washington, Philadelphia, June 18th, 1775, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on George Washington's character, reprinted from the British Annual Register, page 1, column 3.","Contains article \"Mount Vernon for sale\"","Contains article on the inauguration of Clark Mills' equestrian statue of George Washington, page 1, column 1.","Contains article on a Congressman's visit to Mount Vernon, page 3, column 3.","Contains article on the publication of \"Mount Vernon and Its Association\" by W. A. Townsend, page 5.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 4, column 4.","Contains facsimile of a Masonic letter of George Washington, page 5.","Contains article on George Washington's \"spark of celestial fire\" maxim, page 7, column 4.","Contains \"The Mount Vernon Papers, By Edward Everett\" no. twenty-four, page 5, column 1.","Contains \"The Washington Papers, By Edward Everett...No. Twenty-six. Washington's Southern Tour Concluded,\" page 5, column 1.","Contains article on \"The Youth of Washington\" and Greenway Court, page 7, column 3.","Contains anecdote told by J. Fennimore Cooper regarding incident at Brandywine in which George Washington's life was supposedly spared by Major Ferguson, page 327, column 2.","Contains reportedly true story of George Washington as a lost traveler, page 70, column 1.","Contains humorous anecdote of George Washington and General Lee, page 224, column 1.","Contains article on portraits of presidents at the National Portrait Gallery, page 1-2.","Contains article on a veteran officer's visit to Mount Vernon, page 277, column 2.","Contains a plea for funding for the Washington Monument, page 271, column 2.","Original and facsimile.","Contains article \"Washington's Relics\"","Contains \"A Funeral Oration in Honor of the Memory of George Washington, Late General of the Armies of the United States, Prepared and delivered at the request of Congress, at the German Lutheran Church, on Thursday, the 25th of December, by Major General Henry Lee, on of the Representatives from the State of Virginia,\" page 1, column 3.","Contains \"The Will of Gen. George Washington. In the Name of God, Amen,\" page 1, column 1.","Contains resolution of Virginia legislature to put inscription on statue of George Washington","Contains article \"Lafayette at the Tomb of Washington\"","Contains obituary of Bushrod Washington","Contains article on the Ladies' Association and a festival at Mount Vernon, page 4, column 4.","Contains article reprinted from the Washington Star on the transference of Mount Vernon to the Ladies' Association, page 8, column 2.","Contains article \"The purchase of Mount Vernon\"","Contains article \"Buying Mount Vernon and the Mount Vernon Association\"","Published letter from George Washington to Lord Viscount Richard Howe negotiating the exchange of prisoners [page 421, column 1].","Includes a printing of George Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation, given October 3, 1789.","Contains address of the Committee of the United Baptist Churches in Virginia, assembled in the city of Richmond, August 8, 1789, and George Washington's response, p. 3 col. 1-2.","Containd letter from George Washington to Mr. Rumney, 1784 July 5, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 4, column 2.","Contains an obituary about Martha Washington.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association paying $158,333 to date for the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 1.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon Musical and Dramatic Fund, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on concerts at Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on the Legislature of California contibuting $1,000 to the Mount Verno Ladies' Association, page 2, column 2.","Contains list of Lady Managers of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on George Washington's English heritage, page 1, column 6.","Contains update on payments made by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association towards the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 1.","Contains letters from George Washington to Major-General Sullivan, page 1, column 5.","Contains article by J.H.[?]. on a recent visit to Mount Vernon. Mentions West Ford and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 1, column 8.","Contains update on payments made by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association for the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains article on upcoming editions of the \"Illustrated News of the World\" which will contain a history of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 5.","Contains letter reprinted from the Evening Transcript written by a visitor to Mount Vernon, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on the authorship of George Washington's farewell address, page 1, column 5","Contains article on Thomas Paine, page 1, column 5. Also contains article on George Washington's Farewell Address, page 2, column 3.","Contains review of Edward Everett's book, \"Life of Washington,\" page 1, column 5.","Contains article on Fredericksburg and its battle fields, page 1.","German-language newspaper with article mourning the death of George Washington","Contains article on John Augustine Washington's proposal to sell Mount Vernon to the Ladies of Virginia, page 3, column 1.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association regarding the raising of funds and appointment of Lady Managers, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on the Mount Vernon fund, page 3, column 1.","Contains article on the nearly completed purhase of Mount Vernon by \"the ladies of America.\"","Contains article on the Washington Monument.","Contains \"Letter from Grant Thorburn--Anecdote of General Washington.\"","Contains article on repairs made to George Washington's tomb, page 3, column 1.","Contains article \"Washington's Birthday\"","Obituary of William Augustine Washington","Contains article about proposed equestrian statue of George Washington","Contains correspondence between the Trustees of the School at Germantown and George Washington, page 1, column 2-3.","Includes marriage notice of Noblet Herbert to Mary Lee Washington.","Contains anecdote of George Washington by H. T. Tuckorman, page 1, column 6.","Contains article about George Washington on slavery, page 1, column 6.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on Simon, a former slave of George Washington, page 1, column 4.","Contains anecdote of George Washington's traits, Gilbert Stuart, and Washington's slave Sam, page 2, column 6.","Contains article on George Washington's last vote.","Contains anecdote of George Washington's exercise habits as told by Primas Hall, page 1, column 6.","Contains contains small article on John Augustine Washington's income through Mount Vernon, page 2, column 4.","Contains extract from \"Men and Times of the Revolution\" by Elkanah Watson, page 4, column 1.","Contains anecdotes of George Washington from Washington Irving's \"Life of George Washington,\" page 1, column 6.","Contains article relating anecdote of Martha Washington rebuking George Washington.","Contains transcribed letter to George Washington from the Marquis de la Fayette, August 1784, page 1, column 5.","Contains anecdote of George Washinton related by Theodore Parker regarding \"colored soldiers.\"","Contains anecdote of Martha Washington's visit to Trenton on 28 December 1770, page 1, column 7. Also contains letter from Louisa Ingersoll Grennough, Vice Regent for Massachusetts, calling for funds for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, page 2, column 5.","Contains announcement for a concert for the Mount Vernon Fund.","Contains article on the Putnam Phalanx of Hartford attempting to replicate George Washington's uniform.","Contains announcement that $100,000 has been paid toward tbe purchase of Mount Vernon.","Contains announcement that the Salem Independent Cadets contributed to the Mount Vernon Fund, page 2 column 5.","Contains personal reflection on George Washington's death, page 1, column 5.","Contains anecdote of George Washington and Colonel Seth Warner, page 1, column 4-5.","Contains article on George Washington's domestic life, page 1, column 6.","Contains a reportedly true story of George Washington's generosity, page 1, column 4.","Contains article on the abuse of George Washington by an editor of the Philadelphia Aurora, page 2, column 2.","Contains correspondence of George Washington, dated September 26, 1783, entitled \"Another of Washington's Life Guards No More,\" page 1, column 3.","Contains artilce on George Washington's residence in New York, page 1, column 6-7.","Contains anecdote of George Washington asking a boy to procure a newspaper, page 1, column 6.","Contains funeral discourse for Silas Higgins in which George Washington is mentioned, page 1, column 5.","Contains anecdote of George Washington by Mr. Boylston of the Amherst Cabinet, page 2, column 3.","Contains article on George Washington receiving the title of Mareschal de France, page 2, column 6.","Contains history of a former slave of George Washington named Jerry, reprinted from the Selma Sentinel, page 1, column 7.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 2, column 6.","Contains story reprinted from the Augusta Chronicle and Sentinel of a slave woman donating one dollar towards the purchase of Mount Vernon, page 2, column 6.","Contains article on the financial statement of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Assocation, page 2, column 4.","Contains anecdote of George Washington making appointments to government offices, page 2, column 6.","Contains article stating that the ladies association had not yet taken possession of Mount Vernon despite its being paid for.","Contains the printed will of Mary Ball Washington, page 2, column 5.","Contains \"The Unexpected Friend: A True Story of George Washington,\" page 1, column 4.","Contains article \"Birthday of Washington\"","Contains article on George Washington's first public act and the Battle of the Monongahela, page 125, column 1.","Contains article on George Washington at Braddock's defeat, page 144, colum 3.","Contains account of personal encounters with George Washington taken from [Luther A.?]Ingersoll's History, page 113, column 3.","Contains article on improvements in the City of Washington, page 1, column 3.","Contains extract from \"Washington's Political Legacies\" published by Russell and West, 1800, regarding George Washington's wealth, page 332, column 3.","Contains reminiscence of George Washington after the revolution, page 542, column 2.","Contains extracts from the \"Life of George Washington\" by J. T. Headley, page 171, column 3.","Contains genealogy of Corbin family which mentions John Washington, great-grandfather o f George Washington, page 195, column 1.","Contains corrections to the Corbin family genealogy, page 235, column 3.","Contains extract from the \"Custis' Recollections and Private Memoirs of the Life and Character of Washington\" on Father Jack and Tom Davis, a fisherman and a hunter respectively at Mount Vernon, page 341, column 3.","Contains a history as told by William Bancroft, a soldier employed by George Washington in a secret service, page 365, column 1.","Contains article on celebrations in Paris for George Washington's birthday, page 76, column 3.","Contains article on the \"Ancient Families of Virginia\" in which the Washingtons are mentioned, page 99, column 1-2.","Contains extract from \"Life of George Washington\" by Washington Irving, page 208, column 2.","Contains extract on George Washington's equipage and horse Leonidas, page 331, column 2.","Contains extract from Washington Irving's \"The Life of Washington\" on life at Mount Vernon and George Washinton's love of hunting, page 339, column 1.","Contains appendix to \"Recollections and Private Memoirs of Washington\" by George Washington Parke Custis regarding the portraits of George Washington, page 545, column 2.","Contains article by Bishop Meade on the poor state of the Washington family vault, page 80, column 2.","Contains article on the families of Virginia, including the Dandridges and Washingtons, page 411, column 2. Also contains transcribed letter from Horace Ransdall to George Washington, January 20, 1781, page 412, column 1.","Contains death announcement for Mary Ball Washington, page 1.","Contains George Washington's address to Congress delivered December 5, 1793, page 4.","Contains false report of George Washington's assassination, page 2.","Contains George Washington's address to Congress delivered December 3, 1794, page 3-4.","Contains article reprinted from The New York Journal about creating a coin with image of George Washington on it.","Describe's Lafayette's visit to Boston","Contains extract from a letter regarding George Washington's legacy and the freeing of his slaves, page 2, column 4. Also contains articles on the funeral honors given to George Washington at Oxford and Providence,as well as an announcement of a Masonic funeral procession, page 3, column 2-4.","Contains article, \"Washington's Portrait, Drawn by the Pencil of an Artist,\" page 1, column 2.","Contains an act of Congress for laying a duty on imported goods, page 3.","Contains article on George Washington's rejection of the title of \"HIghness,\" page 2. Also contains list of appointments for departments of the Executive Power, page 3.","Contains an examination of a review on Judge Marshall's \"Life of Washington,\" page 1-2.","Contains \"An Oration Delivered Before the Washington Benevolent Society of Pennsylvania...by John Morin Scott, Esq.,\" page 1-2.","Contains reprinted article from the Gazette of the United States on 29 April 1789 regarding George Washington's reception in Philadelphia while he was travelling to New York, page 1, column 1.","Contains George Washington's response to an address made by the Magistrates of Philadelphia, 30 December 1778, page 1, column 4.","Contains transcribed letter from George Washington to Madame de la Fayette, 31 January 1793, reprinted from the New York American, page 4, column 2.","Contains articles on the death of Judge Bushrod Washington, page 1, column 4 and page 4, column 1.","Contains article \"Baron Renfrew at the Tomb of Washington\"","Contains article on George Washington's last vote, page 3, column 2.","Mentions General Washington's arrival in Philadelphia from New York on May 23 [page 6, column 1].","Obituary of Anna Maria Washington Tucker","Contains article on the gifting of George Washington's gorget by Martha Parke Custis Peter to the Washington Benevolent Society, page 2, column 4.","Contains opinion piece on the French revolution, reprinted from the Baltimore Federal Gazette, in which several of George Washington's letters are quoted and fully transcribed, page 2, column 1-2.","Contains \"The Last Moments of Washington\" by John Adams.","Contains article on Augustine Washington's grave, page 2, column 2.","Contains article on the Washington Monument, page 1, column 6.","Contains 23 newspapers with articles on religious freedom."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Society of the Cincinnati","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Claypoole, David C., 1757?-1849","Thomas, Isaiah, 1749-1831","Mercein, William A., -1850","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Anderson, James, 1745-1807"],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Society of the Cincinnati"],"persname_ssim":["Washington, George, 1732-1799","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Claypoole, David C., 1757?-1849","Thomas, Isaiah, 1749-1831","Mercein, William A., -1850","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Anderson, James, 1745-1807"],"language_ssim":["English \n.    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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","The collection is organized in the following series and subseries:","Series 1. Correspondence (Three subseries: John Augustine Washington III, Lawrence Washington, Washington Family)","Series 2. Legal, Financial, and Real Property (including surveys, deeds, receipts, etc)","Series 3. Miscellaneous (typed manuscripts, various papers relating to genealogy research or publications) ","Series 4. Prints and Photographic Materials","All series are arranged chronologically, with undated materials listed last. ","John Augustine Washington III (1821-1861): John Augustine Washington III was the great-grand nephew of George Washington and the last private owner of Mount Vernon. The fourth of five children, he was born on May 3, 1821 to John Augustine Washington II and Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington. John Augustine spent his childhood at his parents' Blakeley plantation near present day Charles Town, West Virginia. After the deaths of Bushrod Washington and his wife Julia in 1829, the Mount Vernon estate became the possession of John Augustine Washington II. After John Augustine Washington II passed away in June 1832, the estate was left to his widow Jane Charlotte. John Augustine Washington III graduated from the University of Virginia in 1840, returning to Mount Vernon in September 1841 with a proposition to manage the estate for his mother. She agreed, loaning him twenty-two slaves and contracting his employment for five hundred dollars per year for seven years. Upon Jane Charlotte's death in 1855, as the oldest living male heir, John Augustine Washington III became the last owner private owner of Mount Vernon.","John Augustine Washington III and Eleanor Love Selden Correspondence ; John Augustine Washington III and Mount Vernon Ladies Association (MVLA) Collection","This collection contains correspondence, legal documents, financial records, and other documents related to John Augustine Washington III and his family, especially his son, Lawrence, as well as his granddaughters, Anne and Patty. The bulk of the correspondence series are letters sent to John Augustine Washington III and concern family affairs and the management of various family plantations, including Mount Vernon.","John Augustine Washington III tells his mother, Jane C. Washington, about a head injury he recently sustained via one of his classmates. He states that \"I do not think he did it intentionally. The name of the boy I do not know and if I did I would have no right to say.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter to John Augustine Washington III from his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his mother, Jane C. Washington. Richard reports back to John about farm affairs and mentions several enslaved people: Henry, Humphrey, Meredith, and Anthony. He reports that Henry and Humphrey have harrowed fields and that Meredith and Anthony have plowed 140 acres for wheat. Jane briefly mentions farm affairs, inquires about John's education at The University of Virginia, and reminds him to read his Bible every day. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about farm affairs, including the planting of wheat, rye, and oats, the arrival of guests at her home, Blakely, and critiques his spelling from previous letters. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington about her journey home from visiting her daughter and his sister, Anna Maria Washington Alexander, and John's boarding situation at the University of Virginia. She also discusses affairs on the farms at Mount Vernon, mentioning two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, and whether or not they should stay at Mount Vernon or return to Blakely with her. Letter also includes a discussion about a man named Sambo. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, urging him to write back to her as soon as possible, confirming that he received the money he requested from her, as she had not heard from him in five weeks. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter to John Augustine Washington III from his classmate at the University of Virginia, John B. Tabb about an incident in which Tabb suspected a Mr. Gibbosn of an unknown crime and his recent interactions with Mr. Gibbons. He also discusses his health and when he will be able to return to the University. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, and discusses her faith following the death of several friends and family and updates John on his family including his mother, Jane C. Washington, his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his sister, Anna Maria Blackburn Alexander. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","J. Tabb writes to John Augustine Washington III and William Brokenborough requesting a meeting with them regarding his son, John B. Tabb, a classmate of theirs at The University of Virginia. 2 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the death of Polly, Hannah Lee Alexander's daughter, from scarlet fever. She also recounts other family members who currently had the disease and those who have since recovered. She talks briefly of the arrival of spring and the flowers blooming at her home, Caledon. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Letter in which Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, with updates on deaths and illnesses in the family due to scarlett fever. She updates John on the farm, including that many of their sheep have died. She urges John to write to her more frequently. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about his poor health and whether he should continue school at The University of Virginia, or if he should return home. She also updates John on farm affairs and her recent visits with family and friends. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III while he is attending the University of Virginia. Concerning family news, including the recent death of Louisa. She discusses the gardens at her estate at Caledon and the affairs of various neighbors. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and partial seal.","Jane C. Washington discusses her son, John Augustine Washington III's, boarding situation at The University of Virginia, her recent visits with friends and family, and farm affairs. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","George William Washington writes to his cousin, John Augustine Washington III, asking for a loan of $20, in which he plans to \"refund in the course of a very short while.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, and updates him on many friends and family members' health. She mentions that Hannah Lee Alexander was very sick and went to stay at Blakely with John's mother, Jane C. Washington. Judith writes that she is pleased John has been riding horses everyday and his improved health because of it. Autograph letter, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, announcing the birth of Anna Maria Washington Alexander's son, John Augustine Washington IV. She also discusses affairs of the farm, inlcuding livestock sales and planting of rye and wheat. She mentions her visit to Audley, Nelly Custis Lewis' home, and the recent death of Lewis' daughter, Mary Eliza Angela Conrad. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, announcing the birth of sons to both his cousin, Hannah Lee Alexander, and his sister, Anna Maria Washington Alexander. She updates John on the good health of family members. Autograph letter, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, and sends updates on Anna Maria Washington Alexander's newborn son, John Augustine Washington IV. She discusses John's boarding situation at the University of Virginia, with the Merriweather family, and is pleased that he has been accompanying them to church. She discusses farm affairs, including the sale of roughly 1,000-1,200 bales of wheat. She urges John to write to his brother, Richard Washington. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith writes to her nephew Augustine encouraging him to remain at the University of Virginia instead of going to Washington to work.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about Bushrod Washington Herbert's plans for the law books he inherited from Bushrod Corbin Washington. She also discusses her other son and John's brother, Richard Washington, and his education, discusses her recent visitors at her home, Blakely, and shares updates from the farm. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Meriwether writes to John Augustine Washington III about the sale of one of Washington's mares, and says that he will send the payment, $74, at the \"first safe opportunity.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","John G. Miller writes to John Augustine Washington III and recounts a story of a classmate of theirs, Mr. Bankhead, who ran away with a woman, Miss Garth, to get married without her father's permission. He says that they have not been seen since the night they left, and tells John to look out for them in Washington D.C. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about his improving health and his recent dangerous encounter with a horse that nearly killed him. She briefly mentions politics, including the \"triumph of the Whips in New York and Pennsylvania\" and that the outcomes of the Virginia elections are still unknown. She discusses the state of the farm, mentioning that the harvests of wheat and oats are less than desired. She quotes several sections of Bushrod Corbin Washington's will, which John had previously requested in a separate letter, regarding the fate of his law books following his passing. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about the murder of one of his professors, Dr. Davis, at The Univeristy of Virginia by one of his classmates. She also discusses money sent from Bushrod Washington and herself to John, and guests at her home, Blakely. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington discusses John Augstine Washington III's health, including him \"suffering from weak eyes,\" and asks about his intentions regarding his degree from the University of Virginia. She also recounts her troubles with a broken carriage and waiting for a new one, and shares updates from the farm. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Johnson writes to John Augustine Washington III about local politics of Louisa, Virginia. He also provides personal updates, including his current studies, his upcoming trips, and correspondence with mutual acquaintances from the University of Virginia. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith B. Alexander, Caledon, to John Augustine Washington III. Judith writes that she is suffering from melancholy and writes of religious matters. She also writes, \"I observed with pleasure you have forbidden the intrusion of stages and omnibuses.\" She asks that she be fondly remembered to Aunt Jenny, \"my poor old Joe Mitchum,\" Phil, West, Eliza, and Sarah.","To Mount Vernon. William writes that he wants Augustine to have Cary ready at Miss Mandeville's to be brought home. Jane C. Washington is with the Alexanders.","Hannah Lee Washington Alexander, Prospect Hill, to John Augustine Washington III, Mount Vernon. Hannah wishes Augustine a happy 21st birthday. Urges religious faith to gain lasting happiness. Gives family news.","Caledon to Mount Vernon. Letter about harvest, wheat crops, debt, and difficulties. Judith hopes to visit Augustine at Mount Vernon and urges him to have faith.","Judith writes that she is unable to attend his wedding to Nelly but her husband will come. She has heard great things about Nelly. Long discussion of William Alexander and his difficulties. Talks about her love of flowers and pleasure at the improvement of the garden and greenhouse at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning family matters such as the recent death of Mr. Selden and a discussion about whether Washington should assume administration over the estate. An enslaved woman named Julia is sick. Includes her hope that West Ford will mail this letter today from Mount Vernon, with a postscript message from Ford to Washington about recovering a loan. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning Washington declining to take certain loans and his involvement in various chancery suits. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from David Gulick to John Augustine Washington III, informing him that it is useless to plough a certain tract of land as it is about to be sold. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to Elizabeth Selden concerning a partial tenancy at Exeter plantation, property of the Selden family. Washington gives her advice concerning finances and the tenant agreement. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from Henry T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III, advising him about the rental of Exeter plantation, the property of the Selden family. He informs Washington that the enslaved people at Exeter are going to be appraised and sold, if Washington is interested in buying. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Letter from William F. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III. He councils that Mr. Dangerfield has offered Washington a fair price for his land, asks for advice about selling off his own land, and discusses crop yields. He also refers to an enslaved man named Tom. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Autograph letter signed. Retained copy. Mount Vernon to Exeter. Augustine writes about corn crops in Exeter.","Letter from Catherine B. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning a loan of money. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Catherine B. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning a loan of money and a delayed payment from Mr. Hammond. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Chitton Hill. Letter about the sale of lime.","Mr. Burns will release Washington from his contract. Mr. Roper is interested in purchasing the farm. Congratulates him on the birth of his daughter and wishes him \"good luck to have a dozzen.\" Discusses the new set of six sheriffs elected and crops.","Autograph letter signed. Retained copy. Mount Vernon. About the delivery of lime to Mount Vernon.","Letter from Robert Adams to John Augustine Washington III concerning the purchase of fire insurance for Mount Vernon, with quotes from various companies about the premiums and tenures of policies. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Bellwood to Mount Vernon. Johnson wants to know whether Augustine wants to rent Mt. Zephyr farm for another year. Says it \"is very much out of order and in a rough and uncultivated state,\" so he will rent it on moderate terms. Extols his congregations every Sunday for their intelligence. Requests Augustine to remind two people that they owe him money, which will be put in the hands of a collection officer if he is not paid.","Letter from the lumber firm, Green and Pascoe, to John Augustine Washington III informing him  that the ten-inch square locust posts he ordered could not be obtained in their market. They suggest that they could cut something similar out of Florida cedar. They're sending the balance of the hemlock ordered by boat with this letter. On the reverse is a letter from Sandford Gulick to John Augustine Washington III, dated September 6, 1844, explaining that the aforementioned shipment of lumber that accompanied this letter was not complete. Autograph letters signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","White Marsh. Asks when Augustine will visit in the fall and provides directions.","Letter from Elizabeth Selden to John Augustine Washington III concerning enslaved people at Exeter, the Selden familial home which she is leaving due to financial hardship. She speaks specifically about an enslaved man named John and an enslaved woman named Caroline. She proposes to rent John and Caroline and asks whether Washington would be willing to keep them on the estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from Elizabeth Selden to John Augustine Washington III concerning the enslaved population at her home, Exeter. She discusses four specific people, three men and a woman: John, Billy, Jim, and Aunt Jenny. For $200 she has retained them for her lifetime, after which they will belong to Washington. She complains about their various health and age-related issues as well as their unhappiness about being separated from their families to go with Selden when she leaves Exeter. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Baltimore to Alexandria. Letter requesting payment of $90.20 for delivery of lime.","Letter from William Fowle, President of the Alexandria Canal Company, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that arbitrators of their land dispute have rendered a decision regarding ownership in favor of the company. He assures Washington that, once titles to the formerly disputed property are completed, they will build a bridge at his request. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Baltimore. Letter acknowledging the receipt of a check for ninety dollars.","Waverly. Received the check on the Valley Bank of Charlestown and submitted it. Will be happy to aid in future business transactions.","From Baltimore.","Tabb writes Augustine giving him directions to his residence.","To Mount Vernon. Mason writes seeking support for establishing a church in Gum Springs so\nthey do not need to go all the way into Alexandria for services at Christ\nChurch.","Baltimore. Letter about shipping 6 tons of guano to Mount Vernon aboard the steamboat Columbia.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning current events, including John Janney's illness and a chancery suit. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from William Fontaine Alexander to John Augustine Washington III in which he asks for advice about an offer he has for ground rent. He mentions the death of a neighbor, Charles Asquith, and also states 'poor old Mingo died yesterday afternoon'. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Letter from David Gulick to John Augustine Washington III informing him that Mr. Smart's boat from Leesburg, Va, will be in Alexandria the following week with 304 bushels of wheat and 315 bushels of oats for Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Mason to his neighbor, John Augustine Washington III, concerning his disapproval of the current constable. He references some theft or rebellion amongst the enslaved people of the local area and claims, 'for our mutual safety, and a determination to root out these white wolves, we could soon clear the neighborhood'. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Alexandria to Mount Vernon. Turner writes that she is unable to visit because of illness.","Blakely to Mount Vernon. Richard writes that he is unable to hire an overseer as wages are now so high. He says Augustine can keep Fanny for \"what ever she is worth\" if she can be of service.","Letter from Dr. William F. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III requesting that he settle some business for him due to his inability to travel to Alexandria himself. He references Washington's purchase of an enslaved man named Alfred and asks whether Washington would be interested in buying an enslaved man named John and his five youngest children. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","William writes that Mr. Roddy wanted to be paid for digging his well, but he had not fulfilled the contract, which was to go ten feet deeper. William will not pay him until he hears from Washington.","To Mount Vernon. William writes that he went to inspect the well. Washington's Uncle Bushrod is uncertain whether it will answer his purposes. Mr. Roddy did not penetrate further than five feet as he felt it would do no good to go further and cause needless expenses. Will dig another well if necessary under a new contract. William is not in need of Augustine's help to obtain a loan.","Letter from Burr W. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning the Circuit Court case of Harrison v. Gibson and the associated costs and fees. Washington owes $805.87 and Harrison requests that he remit the amount promptly either to him or a specified bank. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter from Mr. Brownell and wants his advice as to how to deal with it. Is worried about his debts and interest payments.","Baltimore. Letter of congratulations on the birth of a child. Eliza is unwell but nothing serious. Reports news of the Mexican conflict.","William purchased a house in Charlestown, depending upon the Brownell's bonds to pay for it. Brownell is insolvent. Describes various crops.","Letter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III informing him that funds for the sale of the Selden property are now available to Washington. Harrison gives instruction on signing and submitting the property deed to the purchaser, a man named Hammerly. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","William writes that James Roper is anxious to purchase Mr. Burns's land.","Fairfax Court House. Requests his attendance as a magistrate at November Court, at which an election will take place for clerk. Mr. Ball desired his support in his effort to be reappointed.","To Mount Vernon. William writes that Mr. Burnett will manufacture \"Gattling's Drilling\nMachine\" for $100.","Letter about the sale of farms.","Letter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he encloses a check (not identified) for $72 from a man named Hammerly on account of the Henderson bonds. More payments will follow, with the delay due to Hammerly's ill health. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding a payment of $30 he has received from Hammerly on account of the Henderson debt. Harrison will deposit the money to Washington's credit. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Henry T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved woman named Julia. Harrison rented her from Washington and states that there is an additional cost due to a medical account for Julia with Dr. Lee. Includes a discussion about the Selden estate. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from George Mason to his neighbor, John Augustine Washington III, concerning politics in Alexandria and upcoming elections. He asks Washington to keep a lookout for a pair of geese he believes have been stolen by enslaved people and sold to the Quaker community at Woodlawn. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from James L. McKenad to John Augustine Washington III concerning their recent meeting in the Superior Court and their association in early life. McKenad is accepting Washington's invitation to visit Mount Vernon soon. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","William asks Augustine to aid him in obtaining a loan of $900 by\nendorsing some bonds. He hopes for a good harvest this year.","Letter from Burr W. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III requesting that Washington or his overseer at Mount Vernon send back two rams. Harrison will settle the cost for them at a later time. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","He has canceled his note and encloses it. Had been in attendance on Mrs.\nB.C. Washington in her illness to the neglect of everything else.","Bentroglio. Discusses sale of Nansemond land. Needs to hear from all the heirs of General Washington, Col. Fielding Lewis, and Dr. Thomas Walker. Feels the value has increased due to the railroad being nearby.","Letter from George Washington Bassett to John Augustine Washington III concerning questions about the estate of George Washington and the executors. Bassett is acting as the executor for the estate of Captain Lewis and, in this role, asks for information about the failure of the Washington executors to collect the debts of a man named Ashton. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Bentroglio. Page writes with information about the Nansemond land. Much of the timber has been pillaged, and he suggests negotiating a private sale.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Discussion of Nansemond land. Says there will be great difficulty in establishing its lines as only one tree is left from the original plat. Additionally all the timber has long since been cut and much of the land is claimed by others. Wants to know what price in cash he would take for it.","Judith writes asking for news of Augustine and his family. She recommends the book \"Mount of Olives\" and writes of family news. Charles is leaving to join a company in California.","Warwick to Mount Vernon. Lippitt hopes Augustine can assist Dr. Alexander in recommending Lippitt for a job. Repaired with tape, with partial loss of text.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son, John Augustine Washington III, concerning local and family matters. She discusses her son Richard's bad luck with health and money issues. She is concerned about Mount Vernon and the fate of the estate following her death, including whether it will be sold to the U.S. government. She inquires about the plans and progress of the monument for John Augustine Washington II at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and partial wax seal.","Sends an account of sales of Washington's wheat. Reports on James\nRanson's purchase of a farm and Rutherford's plans.","Judith writes that she heard from Hannah that Augustine received some injury with a plough.","To Mount Vernon. Talks about the great comfort of religion. Discusses Mr. Smith who became a Christian and abandoned his law practice. Also mentions Mr. Merrick of Charles County who sells lime.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he thanks Washington for facilitating the sale of an enslaved man named Henry. He discusses the signed bond and two named parties, Eli Gray and a man named Otterback. Harrison dicusses his new tenant, Ball, at Dry Hollow Farm. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Baltimore. Receipt for a shipment of bone that left from Harper's Ferry.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he asks Washington to purchase building materials in Alexandria, VA, on his behalf in order for Harrison to repair a corn house and granary. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning the derafting of a petition to present at the Virginia House of Delegates. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","R. L. Blackburn discusses the enslaved people at his estate, Spring Grove, and his plans to sell specific people, including a 16-year-old boy. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Richard Blackburn Washington to his brother, John Augustine Washington III, concerning an impending delivery of wheat and the ill health of their mother, Jane C. Washington. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Explains difficulty with the north boundary of his 30-acre lot. Includes plat sketch.","Richmond. Giles writes that he will shortly be on his way to Mount Vernon and will get a conveyance from Alexandria They will arrive about dark on Wednesday evening.","Detroit to Mount Vernon. Wilcox writes sending a box of game and fish and thanking Augustine for his hospitality. \"It was not enough that the hallowed association of Mount Vernon should have made my brief visit there a thing never to be forgotten, but by a singular good fortune the impression and happiness of that visit were rendered more indelible by the kind attentions of your land and yourself.\"","Senate chamber. Thomas writes that he has made the governor aware of the action of the state of Maryland, and he promises to consult the Attorney General for advice.","Letter from Thomas B. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning an upcoming visit and family news. Includes a dicsussion about the death of an enslaved woman named Rose, the illness of an enslaved woman named Martha, and reference to illness amongst the enslaved population at Blakeley, Walnut Farm, and Richwoods. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Hollin Hall to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he has nominated several men to be justices for their\ndistrict. He has been urged to become a candidate but has uniformly\nrefused.","Letter from William Easby, the Commissioner of Public Buildings, to John Augustine Washington III inquiring when he can send for bridge timber from Mount Vernon. Washington will be paid upon retrieval. Autograph letter signed, 1 page","Waverly. Encloses partial payment of a debt and requests Augustine to send it on for him. Hopes to get balance shortly.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning Stuart's wheat crop. He discusses the crop and health and tells Washington he will start threshing this week and can sell him 250 bushels. He offers to assist Washington in purchasing cattle and discusses livestock prices. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from Sholto Tuberville Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning farm management and the price of wheat. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from Matthew Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding a payment to Washington of $1,109.71 from General Rush in reference to 'the Hammerly matter'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Bushwood. Plowden writes planning a meeting with other legislators to prepare for passage of a law to protect from gill netters. He requests that Augustine come to Washington to address them on the matter.","Annapolis. Plowden writes that the bill to ban gilling nets will not be brought up in the Maryland Legislature, mostly due to people from Charles and Prince Georges counties.","To Mount Vernon. Tillman is concerned about the use of gilling nets on the Potomac River, which are against the law. Wants to hire someone to cruise up and down the river to take them up during the fishing season.","William thanks Augustine for offering to put up shad for Mr. Bealls and\nhimself. Jane C. Washington is visiting and detained by the rain and damp\nweather.","Bryan writes that the law from 1845 will most likely stand against the gill netting. He wants to meet with Augustine in Alexandria to discuss fishing.","Letter from Thomas B. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning a man named William Lyons and an issue with his free papers. Thomas B. Washington asks JAWIII to assist Lyons, who is traveling to Alexandria, to address an error with the registration of his free papers. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","William thanks Augustine for the shad and writes that Miss Rice will\nprovide \"all that you desire in a Governess for your children.\"","Alexandria. Shinn writes that he is unable to get men for sending the boat out for fishing.","John Prosser Tabb writes to John Augustine Washington III about the sale of Mount Vernon saying, \"I am truly glad that you have a prospect of diposing of Mt. Vernon so advantageously.\" He also tells Washington about multiple properties for sale, ranging from 500-1200 acres and $9,000-$35,000, near him. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Fairfax Court House to Alexandria. Discusses the commissioners appointed to assess damages to the properties of lands through which the Manassas Gap Rail will pass. One property holder is not a freeholder, which poses a problem.","William is grateful for delivery of fish. Wants to visit Mount Vernon so\nthat \"our children should grow up knowing and loving each other.\"\nDiscusses the planting of corn and wheat. Says Cary may visit before his\nreturn to Jefferson.","William writes that he received the fish and paid for the herring but not\nthe shad. Describes corn and wheat crops. Refers to upcoming election for\nthe \"sheriffalty.\"","Alexandria. A letter discussing the qualifications of a Miss Page to be a governess for the Washington family. Dana is not sure of her French abilities. She does not teach drawing.","Wilson Cary Selden Alexander writes to his uncle, John Augustine Washington III, about his invitation spend Christmas at Mount Vernon and updates John on his studies at university. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Eliza writes that she will not send the money \"you hold of mine to California.\" Wishes to consult with him as to investment when she comes to Virginia in May.","To Mount Vernon. Letter regarding a disagreement with Mr. Cawood about using Augustine's hands to finish work for Bryan.","Letter from Rebecca J. Washington to John Augustine Washington III requesting that Washington assume legal guardianship over her little girl. She discusses her financial hardship and shares family updates. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Blakeley. Hannah writes that she has been sick ever since she returned home and is now visiting Aunt Jane. She is very anxious about her boys' improvement and wants to send Jennie to Mrs. Barton in Philadelphia. Asks about the money due her from Hunter.","William writes that Jenny will leave with Richard and go to Philadelphia\nto be with Mrs. Barton. Requests that Washington send the $100 he\nproposed to advance for her.","Hannah writes that Jeannie will be ready soon. It will take some time to get the things she does not have there, including a trunk.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason sends condolences on the death of Jane C. Washington, \"a great\nVirginia lady.\" He was unable to attend funeral due to the illness of his\nwife all summer.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes about proposed improvements to the road, which will lessen\nthe chance of water damage.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III concerning her shipment of various plants to Mount Vernon. There has been a bout of sickness at her home and the loss of several servants has impeded farm operation. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and black wax seal.","Draft letter from John Augustine Washington III to Miss B. Cower, previously a governess to Washington's children. Washington denies Miss Cower's claims that he had disparaged her to a Mr. Willis and refuses to agree to Miss Cower's request that he interview his children about her abilities as an instructress. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Annapolis to Alexandria. Plowden wants to know when the Virginia Legislature will pass a similar law to the one the Maryland Legislature passed in 1854 to stop gill netting. If that does not happen, the Maryland law will be repealed.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes about the Accotink Turnpike having passed through the Senate of Virginia. He will give land for the road without compensation and wants to participate in the survey.","Waverly. Discusses financial matters and debts.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III in which he expresses relief that he can \"correct wrong impressions on the subject of Mount Vernon\" regarding its potential sale. Discusses planting crops and farm management. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","To Mount Vernon. Wanted to visit, but Mr. Alexander would not leave his \"agricultural pursuits.\" Enjoyed a recent visit with friends. Heard a lot of news from Jefferson.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that last winter he enacted a deed of trust for his brother, naming Augustine as trustee without first asking his permission. He needs Augustine to send a note to the county court of Fairfax saying he is willing to serve.","Washington. Letter with advice on titles and lots Augustine is interesting in purchasing.","Letter from Arthur Taylor to John Augustine Washington III concerning his acceptance of an offer of 45 per acre from an unnamed purchaser for Collingwood. He authorizes Washington to sign any documents on his behalf. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","William wishes Augustine to pay his note from the sale of Cousin\nHannah's personal property as she is determined to send Jenny to\nPhiladelphia. He disagrees with this as there is a good female school in\nCharlestown. He had hoped for a visit from Augustine during the summer.","William writes that Jenny will again go to Mrs. Barton and has improved\nvery much. Writes he is not depressed but simply getting old. He wants\nAugustine to visit at least annually. Gives family news. Aunt Christian\nnamed him as her trustee and executor, and she has left all to Willie.","To Mount Vernon. Discusses her sister's death and her life. Her happiness became \"the passion of my soul.\" Tells him she is entitled only to the interest on money from the estate. Tells him if she dies, she wants to be buried by Julia in Jefferson with a simple stone.","Judith writes that she burned Augustine's money order as she had previously been paid by another nephew. Her health is poor.","Indianapolis. Requests payment of $16.59 for repairs made to graveyard at Exeter. Sends best wishes for the family and hopes to see them soon.","To Mount Vernon. Judith writes about Augustine's health. He had the same \"typhoid symptoms\" as Charles. Writes of family news.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning shipments of shad, herring, and wine. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","William writes that he is unable to sell the land at the price desired. The most offered is $30,000. They are enjoying the visit of the children very much.","Encloses articles of agreement for his services and requests a horse for the use of his family to go to church and other errands.","Letter providing an account of the proceeds from Mr. Lucas's bonds.","Walnut Farm. Discusses the payment of $6000 and its being a \"charge against any shares of Mount Vernon that I or my children may have under your Father's will and codicils.\"","Letter from Francis Lightfoot Campbell to John Augustine Washington III seeking Washington's influence to secure a military appointment. He is writing from London and goes on to discuss current events there. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Havre de Grace. Sullivan requests Augustine to petition the Virginia Legislature to pass a similar law to the ones in Maryland from 1854 and 1856, banning gill nets in the Potomac River.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning a shipment of claret wine and his plans for planting tobacco beds. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Richmond. McFarland invites Augustine to the celebration of Washington's birthday on February 22 in Richmond.","Letter discussing legal matters.","Havre de Grace. Encloses copies of the fishing laws passed in 1854 and 1856 in Maryland and requests that Augustine do everything possible to get similar law passed in Virginia.","Havre de Grace. Encloses letter from Thomas M. Bacon and stresses that the only chance of preserving shore fishing is for Virginia to pass a similar law to the one passed in Maryland.","Letter discussing financial matters.","Discusses the possibility of payments from various people. Cary is now a\n\"full fledged 'Doctor Medicine'\" but does not look at all more venerable.\nWilliam assures Augustine that his note in Bank will be paid at maturity.","Spring Bank. Complains about a tenant and the lack of good seed to plant. Will plant\nwhat he has in a few days so he gets at least some crop. Talks about a bill in the legislature about \"scoundrels\" coming on their land to hunt.","William thanks Augustine for two barrels of herrings. He is sorry the fishing season was so \"unfavourable\" and is sorry to hear of Nelly's illness. Hopes the children will visit them soon. Discusses upcoming payments by various women on bonds to him.","William urges Nelly to come stay with them and have her baby there. Intends to buy Dr. Eichelberger's practice for Cary.","Okeley. Writes about providing medical services for Augustine's wife, Eleanor.","Mason writes that their home in Loudon might be of use to Washington and his family, if they are leaving Mount Vernon. She thinks he might become involved in politics and would make an excellent representative in Congress. He might divide the estate into small farms and induce settlers from the North. She invites Louisa to stay with her so she may assist with her studies.","Alexandria. Writes about a mare and colt and gives charges for his services.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning shipments of wine. he advises Washington to view all possible locations before settling on a home following his sale of Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Gives family news and hopes for a visit from the children soon.","William details collection on his bond and the deposit of the proceeds.","William writes that he is sending two Bashear ploughs. He describes the death of Mrs. Turner.","Sends an accounting of the costs associated with the two ploughs sent.","William writes that Jenny will be returning to Mrs. Barton's school, and $300 is required at this time. Cary is not doing well. He assures Augustine that his children are well with them.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he received two well-matched mules from Baltimore.\nHe praises a Mr. Sands and recommends him to Augustine.","Baltimore. Offers a pair of mules for sale for $350.","William writes about a draft for $5000, with Dick the drawer, Alexander the endorser, and Augustine the acceptor and payer.","Norfolk. News about the annual meeting of the Dismal Swamp Company and its recent dividends, which have been down.","Letter from W.R. Millan to John Augustine Washington III. He is renting an enslaved boy named Web to Washington for the remainder of that year. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Blackburn discusses the enslaved people from his estate, as well as John Augustine Washington III's, and his plans to sell certain people. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","William reports on Cary's improved health and writes that he feels great anxiety about him. Mrs. Bennett wants his farm but needs time. Urges Augustine not to worry about Jenny.","R. S. Blackburn discusses loans and his plans to sell enslaved people. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Charlestown. Hannah wants to know whether Augustine had time to attend to the insurance of Richwoods. Bushrod Herbert has the papers. She is experiencing very hard times. Many in the area have scarlet fever.","Letter discussing oxen and other cattle.","William has purchased 50 bushels of clover seed for Augustine. He writes that Cary is failing \"very perceptibly.\"","William writes, \"Our precious Cary breathed his last this morning.\"","William tells Augustine he received the check for $2,000 and requests an additional $1,000, which will \"make me much more comfortable.\"","Mount Zephyr. Encloses a copy of a survey related to construction of a turnpike over a hill near Gum Springs. Mr. Mason is opposed to all roads \"within 50 miles of him\" but has granted permission for a survey on his land and seems to realize he cannot block construction of the road.","Havre de Grace. Sullivan heard that Virginia passed a fishing law in the past year and wants a copy of it to be published in Maryland papers.","Account of shipment of clover seed. Mourning Cary's death. Cary had great faith and knew he was dying.","Philadelphia. Adams writes that the portrait of Augustine's mother arrived safely in Philadelphia. He hopes to visit Washington City in the spring and would like to visit Augustine at Mount Vernon.","Describes planting methods in the fields.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning the possibility of Sholto's nomination as a representative for Fairfax County, VA. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III in which he expresses a desire to see Washington at Mount Vernon before he leaves \"the roof of your ancestors\" following his sale of the estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Front Royal. Letter about bank payments and balances owed.","William writes that he and Charlotte will visit in the week after Easter. Charley will come home for Easter vacation to \"overhaul his wardrobe \u0026 prepare him for the spring.\" Jenny's board and tuition are paid, and he furnished $10 for travel expenses. The crops are doing well. Is sorry to hear of the ill success of Augustine's fisheries.","Charlestown. Hannah writes that her creditors are harassing her. She will have to sell Ben, an enslaved man, to be able to pay Mr. Sadler. \"I am not extravagant either in livery or dress.\" She really values his advice.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Discusses a quantity of plank left (without his knowledge) on his farm in Fauquier. Says he is not in any way responsible for the quantity of plank Adams claimed was missing.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Refers to examination of deeds. One is defective as it is unsigned. Inquires as to whether some shareholders had children who would be entitled to a share.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he is sending a case of Colt revolvers, which he never fired. Has grateful recollection of the constant kindness and courtesy of Augustine and Eleanor.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III, asking for an advance on the annuity she receives from the estate of Washington's father, John Augustine Washington II. Discusses additional family news. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","William received two barrels of fine herrings by railroad. They had been misdirected to Winchester. The crops are doing well. He urges Augustine to leave Mount Vernon to avoid sickness.","Accotink. Letter in reference to a note from Nevitt.","Judith is very worried about Hannah Alexander's two sons who seem to be being used by their father to provide a reconciliation of him with Hannah. Judith does not want this to happen.","Hannah's husband met his sons in Berryville and \"made them sundry presents of money \u0026 clothes.\"","Letter about breeding a mare.","Hannah's sons are in Alexandria with \"their miserable father.\" Judith is amazed that Hannah trusts him with them. Reports on various visitors.","Mason writes about the Accotink Turnpike and building a bridge at\nCameron Run.","George R. H. Hughes writes to John Augustine Washington III about investments with the money from the sale of Mount Vernon. He tells Washington about The Foster Hotel in Chicago, a large brick five-story hotel for sale for $30,000. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Hughes writes to John Augustine Washington III about The Foster Hotel in Chicago which is for sale. He provides details of the hotel including number of rooms, sizes of rooms, and how they could be renovatd. He also includes financail and mortgage information, including estimated monthly payments if John Augustine were to purchase the property. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Charlestown. Hannah thanks Augustine for all that he does for her.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III inviting him to his upcoming wedding. He asks Washington for the use of one of his enslaved men for the dining room for the wedding day. An enslaved man from Stuart's household escaped. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from George Washington Lewis to John Augustine Washington III concerning an upcoming visit to Mount Vernon with his family. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Prospect Hill to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, regarding the sale of an enslaved woman named Milly.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Discusses purchase of shares in Dismal Swamp Company.","To Mount Vernon. Mason writes urging to vote in the election of a magistrate for the district.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Reports purchase of shares and feels he will be able to purchase more in the near future.","Bollingbrook. Bolling writes that he hopes to see Augustine soon. The previous month his steamer was caught in the ice, and he managed to get to shore and visit two sons.","William writes that he is sending 4 bushels of clover seed and gives an account of it.","Judith is sure Augustine's family will be very happy in Fauquier. Mr. Alexander's health is poor. Their overseer \"keeps the hands active by a natural authority without severity.\" Would like his advice as to Dr. Crawford's estate. Describes her money problems.","Accotink. Letter about the sale of cedar posts.","To Mount Vernon.","Judith writes that there is much illness in her family. She discusses a trustee for her estate. They had a huge hailstorm, which resulted in many broken panes of glass.","Alexandria. Letter about the sale of horses, with pencil sketch of well on verso.","Alexandria. Mrs. Hooff writes about sending a horse to Mount Vernon for Augustine to sell.","Waverly. Washington gives a report on his health and a possible consultation in Baltimore. Discusses some financial and family matters.","Charlestown. Condolence letter on the death of Augustine's wife, Nelly.","Alexandria. Letter on Burke and Herbert stationary, about the loss of a $500 note.","Letter about acquiring a bull and some sheep.","Beverley writes about church matters and whether to split the parish. In a P.S. dated the following day, he writes that snow prevents his meeting Augustine but he really wants the matter settled.","A letter about church matters.","Beverley writes about Mr. Henderson and decisions on church matters, writing that there are many bad feelings on all sides.","To Waveland. Writes that ministers of the gospel travel on the rail line for half fare, after making themselves known to the conductor. He would like to visit but is unable always to control his time.","Accotink. A response to complaints about cedar posts sold to Augustine.","Jane Byrd writes to her cousin, John Augustine Washington III, updating him on family members. She also relays a plan, from Thomas, in which they are planning to move their enslaved persons further south and wonders if John would also like to do so. She concludes by lamenting on the state of the country. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","William recommends that Augustine break up Cousin Hannah's establishment. Her store accounts have been going unpaid, and she has many unpaid bills. If something is not done soon, William will relinquish his trusteeship.","Waverly. Reports the death of Charles a few days after Augustine left him. Says he has lost all his little family, save one, and is left to \"travel the remainder of life's journey alone.\" Refers to being comforted by religion. Charles left no will so he would appreciate any information Augustine has as regards his worldly affairs.","Letter from Rebecca J. Washington to John Augustine Washington III, thanking him for his offer to assist her sister, Charlotte. Discusses her financial debt due to house and farm management at her estate, Claymont Court. Autograph letter signed, 5 pages.","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to Edward 'Ned' C. Turner concerning scheduling a vestry meeting. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the beginning of the Civil War. She expresses her fear about the danger that John, his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his sister's and cousin's sons are facing. She also describes the \"delicate\" young soldiers she saw in her travels to Richmond. She provides updates on many family and friends. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Edward C. Turner to John Augustine Washington III, updating him on the conditions at Waveland, Washington's estate, while he is absent in the army. He reports that the overseer at Mount Vernon has said that the enslaved population is in a state of rebellion there. He worries that if the Union army takes possession of Camp Pickens; a large number of enslaved people have been sent to the area to build embankments. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with envelope","Letter from Edward C. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning the maintenance of his estate at Waveland while he's away with the army. Turner advises Washington that he should buy tobacco, candles, and tea for the enslaved people. The Union army has retreated from the local area. He makes a brief reference to a revolt among the enslaved at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with envelope.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, in which she provides him with updates on his family, including his daughter Louisa, while he is away fighting in the Civil War. She laments him being in danger, and wishes him safety. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Anna writes about the rain and looking forward to Augustine's visit.","Letter from a 'Cousin Fanny' to John Augustine Washington III concerning the death of her mother. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","To Mount Vernon. Hannah writes that Cary would like to visit Augustine.","Richwoods. Aunt C. would like a nice cedar cane from the vault to walk with. Thanks him for kindness shown to her boys while with him. Will greatly miss Mr. Tyng as the pastor of the church. Mr. Ambler is not the same.","To Mount Vernon. Her health is good, and she plans to visit soon. Mr. Alexander does not like to be away from home for long, even though he loves seeing them all. Has a large corn crop and an excellent garden. She has been working in it and fears Nelly and the children will take her for an \"Indian.\"","Will see the family in Jefferson and hopes they get there soon for their health. Asks for money to travel.","To Mount Vernon. Judith tells Augustine not to send a carriage for her. She will take a public conveyance. Hopes to see Maria soon. Reports that Bushrod Washington Herbert is disposed to be melancholy.","Judith wants to stay with Augustine for a few days to discuss business. Reports on the health of Maria. His mother is well, and Richard's new daughter is healthy.","To Mount Vernon. Wants the receipt for Augustine's compounded pills. Is returning the nice and expensive cloak she was given. Promises to write someday as if \"I was talking to you.\"","William wants to meet with Thomas Washington to determine how close they can come in the price of Wakefield.","Requests various plants be sent to her as she has \"nothing but stumps \u0026 poverty around my dwelling.\" Her darling boy has been ill with scarlet fever but is improving.","Mason writes sending some tobacco seeds of a truly fine quality for his\n\"hooka.\" Gives instructions on how to plant the seed.","Hollin Hall to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, mentions Jane C. Washington. Also discusses a\nwoman who wronged him.","Autograph letter signed, mentioning a visit by Dr. Mason.","With a list of slaves in pencil on verso in John Augustine's hand.","Turner writes about an upcoming visit and wants to know about arrangements for a bond. The letter was carried by \"Joe,\" likely an enslaved man.","Letter from Benjamin W. Leigh to John Augustine Washington III inviting him to dine at a boarding house with 'our mess, Mr. Mangum, Mr. Black, Mr. Garland'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Aunt CB writes to John Augustine Washington updating him about several family members and friends who have died or are ill. Hannah Lee Alexander laments the death of her daughter, Polly, and several other family members. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about family finances and sends a check for $100. She also updates John on the death of a family friend. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Autograph letter on Shenandoah Valley Rail Road stationary, recommending Lawrence Washington for a railroad project in Texas.","Acknowledges receipt of $25 from George Light.","Encloses a list of revolutionary bills and asks if Washington would like to purchase them.","Regrets sale of four Gibraltar engravings and hopes he can convince the Ladies to raise the money to keep them at Mount Vernon.","Hurst writes recommending Lawrence Washington for a position in the Department of State. Washington has recently helped Hurst acquire some very valuable manuscripts and \"is possessed of much skill and knowledge in regard to the relative value of historical documents.\"","Bradley discuss the return of Washington's son, Augustine, from Europe, as well as the price of the \"Middleton\" autograph George Washington letter.","Dorsey wishes to sell some china from the Willis family – particularly a plate that belonged to Princess Murat, great-niece of General Washington and, by marriage, of Napoleon Bonaparte.","Dandridge wants to sell the Braddock Sash, which she says is in a very good state of preservation.","Dandridge writes that she still wants to sell the Braddock Sash and has contacted the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, the Colonial Dames, and the Society of Colonial Wars.","Stone, librarian at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, writes that he is unable to purchase the Braddock sash or make an offer for it.","Dorsey wants Washington to examine a painting and other relics at the home of Captain and Mrs. Willis near Front Royal.","Writes about two Washington surveys in his possession and discusses the sale of other manuscripts. He asks Washington if he has any books from George Washington's library bearing his signature and bookplate.","Writing from the Library of the Boston Athenaeum, Lane requests a description of Washington's copy of Brown's Bible.","Lane thanks Washington for his description of George Washington's copy of Brown's Bible. He also mentions Washington's copy of the \"Young man's companion,\" which was said to have been given to General Grant.","Bradley writes that he has received a volume from Bushrod Washington's library entitled \"The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte\" from the Bishop. The Bishop would like to purchase a book from George Washington's library, as well as another Washington manuscript. Bradley suggests Washington try to sell him Bushrod Washington and Lawrence's Lewis's ledger as executors of Washington's estate.","Writes criticizing the librarian Mrs. Dawson, saying that, although there are rare works under her care, she never knows their value. Dawson has been sending bookplates to Washington.","Mrs. Dawson, librarian of the Charleston Library, writes sending bookplates and continental bills.","Salley is sending three historic bookplates for Washington to examine and hopefully purchase.","Describes the provenance of the bookplates he sent, which he believes are American.","Page writes that he does not feel the \"journal\" is as valuable or interesting as he had hoped.","Typescript letter with autograph note in the hand of Lawrence Washington on behalf of the Christ Church Musical Committee. A letter informing Miss Stuart that there have been complaints about the music at church and her salary will be reduced.","Typescript letter signed from Lawrence to his sister, regarding the Vestry's handling of complaints about the music at church.","Letter about purchasing property owned by Lawrence, with a sketch of the land.","Draft letter from Lawrence Washington to Mrs. James Blaisdell regarding the return of two books stolen from his home, Audley, during the Civil War: an edition of Aesop's Fables, and a copy book used by George Washington when he was a child. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Gunther is sending a $25 check for the purchase of 4 books: Maid of the Doe, Memoirs of Lafayette, Religion of Nature, and Smith's History.","Discusses Washington's discovery of a Robert Beverley bookplate and wishes to use his letter in the Ex Libris Journal.","Terry writes that he does not wish to purchase the Joseph Miller plate at the price mentioned but is interested in making a new offer.","Letter discussing the bookplate of Abraham Lott.","Letter about the sale of manuscripts.","Seabrook acknowledges the receipt of a check from Washington. He discusses book prices and writes that several descendants of William Washington are now living in Charleston.","Typescript copy.","Typescript draft with autograph corrections, regarding the senator's opposition to Senate Bill 1238 for the relief of the estate of General Washington.","Letter regarding the genealogy of the Winn family and the bookplate of Rev. Richard Winn that Washington had in his possession.","Letter regarding a bookplate belonging to Rev. Richard Winn.","Typescript copy. Letter about the Washington sword purchased by the New York State Library.","William discusses an article he is writing about the swords of Washington.","Five typescript copies of a letter sent by Lawrence to William regarding the history of the Washington sword he sold to Mr. William F. Havemeyer, which was later presented to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","William writes about a statement he had requested regarding the authenticity of Washington's sword. He has just read Paul Wilstach's book on Mount Vernon.","Campbell writes about the authenticity of Washington's Frederick the Great sword, which Professor Van Tyne of the University of Michigan has \"absolutely no confidence in.\" She also discusses conflicting opinions about a portrait of Mary Ball Washington by Robert Edge Pine.","Carter writes that it had always been her impression that the Washington silver and sword were sent to her father at Kinlock and concealed in the pigeon house during the war, after which they were returned to the family.","Marshall has an \"old fashioned brass fender\" bought by his uncle, Lewis Marshall, at the sale at Waveland of John Augustine Washington III's estate. The fender is believed to come from Mount Vernon.","Letter about dueling pistols that once belonged to Col. Washington.","Autograph letter unsigned. An incomplete and undated letter written by Lawrence to his wife, Fannie.","Untitled manuscript by Lawrence Lewis concerning his defence of the Confederacy and his father, John Augustine Washington III. Lewis responds to an argument that there hadn't been instances of Northern writers criticizing the South prior to 1860. He lists several authors including Frederick Law Olmstead. Autograph document, 7 numbered pages.","One page of notes in the hand of Lawrence Washington, regarding the return of books stolen by Major Osborne from Waveland during the Civil War.","Autograph document in the hand of Lawrence Washington.","Autograph document.","Autograph letter signed. Tape repairs, with some text loss. Smith writes to ask why one hogshead of tobacco made by George Washington was refused. Washington's waggoner informed him that the head was somewhat damaged being prized out of the door.","Letter from Corbin Washington to G.R.L. Tuberville concerning his recent travels and arrival at Haywood. Gives a list of items that a man named Charles is carrying in his saddlebag on the journey, inlcuding pin-cushions and petticoats. Discusses getting building supplies such as wood and shingles at Fairfax. He expects a good corn harvest. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel (torn).","St. Clair, Staunton, to Mrs. Frances Hubbard, Williamsburg. Letter addressed to \"My dear dear Mama.\"","One page of accounts, with a letter from Samuel B. Gordon to Robert Beverley dated 1799 October 4","John Rose, Montrose, to William Augustine Washington, Haywood. Writes about a jury's unfavorable judgment in the case of a bond.","Letter from John Law to Thomas Swann asking him to pay $76.95 to Charles L. Francisco. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from John Law to John Lloyd concerning a bank draft on Thomas Swann in favor of Mr. Charles Francisco. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Charles Calvert Stuart to John Augustine Washington, which contains a forwarded letter to Washington from Edward C. Marshall on the same bifolium sheet. Stuart discusses his plans to send around 20 enslaved people from his household from Louisa to a sugar plantation in Louisiana. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Stuart's letter includes a letter directed to him and and intended for Washington from Edward C. Marshall, Oak Hill, Fauquier County, VA, concerning Lewis' possible interest in purchasing Warner Hall. Includes calculations from potential price per acre. Autograph letter signed 2 pages. ","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her daughter, Anna Maria Washington, informing her that she will be away until after Christmas and instructing her to give the servants meat and lard before the holiday. Follows with discussions about various family members. Autograph letter signed, three pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Elizabeth Bowyer, Thorn Hill, to Miss Frances Griggs, Charlestown. Sends greetings to many acquaintances and relations. Has been taking music lessons in the winter. Asks when they are coming to see them and for information on various relations.","Caleb Russell, Quantico Factory, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Russell writes that he had sent some of the wool, at the direction of the overseer, received last summer to a factory in Fredericksburg to be made into fine cloth, as he is unable to do that. Since then he has heard nothing about it, despite writing to them several times.","Discusses the death of Louisa. Writes that Mr. Alexander will bring the corn crop up soon. Gives news of various acquaintances.","George Mason, Hollin Hall, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed.","F. F. Lee, Washington City, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Lee writes that she will visit Mount Vernon for a few days with Mary and Rosa.","Bella Jones Adams, Philadelphia, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Writes that the memorandum tablet was sent by Martha, not her. She didn't send the butter cooler due to fearing for its condition. She wants Jane to visit during the summer and asks after her crops. Penciled note indicates a receipt on the document was clipped. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked Philadelphia Jun 3.","Letter from Henry T. Harrison to General George Rust, writing on behalf of John Augustine Washington III. Concerning Elizabeth Selden and her desire to sell her annuity to Washington. Auotgraph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Prospect Hill to Mount Vernon. Hannah writes of family news and says that things have been gloomy at Blakeley since Jane left. She is happy to hear about the birth of a daughter to Nelly.","Letter from Ann Maury to her distant cousin, Eleanor Love Selden Washington. This is a letter of introduction, in which she presents her neighbor in New York, Charles W. Foster, who wishes to visit Mount Vernon. She claims that Foster is 'making a pilgrimage to that spot which must always have uncommon interest in the eyes of every true American, associated as it is with the memory of the truly great and good man whose name you bear'. A note on the envelope indicates this was hand-delivered by Foster to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with envelope with partial wax seal.","Letter from Elizabeth Selden to Eleanor Love Selden Washington, concerning her financial hardships. She discusses two enslaved people, a man named John and a woman named Caroline. She discusses various family members. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Alexandria. Reminds board that the canal company has no rights to his property known as Selden's Lot. Also requests the completion of a bridge across the canal and that they complete gravelling the road on the eastern embankment.","Baltimore. A letter regarding a shipment of guano to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon. Law recommends repacking the original bags from the Pacific into casks.","Prospect Hill to Mount Vernon. Describes a table setting for a wedding. Kate's wedding has been broken off, and Hannah is glad about it. Really wants to see them. Description of drought and crops. Discusses health of various relatives and acquaintances.","Baltimore to Mount Vernon. Lloyd tells Nelly to take a train when she visits, as she and the children will be more comfortable. Gives news of various family members.","Two letters, one from M.F. Lippitt and one from M.B. Lippitt, on one folded sheet. Both concern news about various family members and pending travel plans. Autograph letters signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Hollin Hall. Encloses a letter from John Augustine Washington III, which he wants shown to the Committee of Propositions and Grievances of the House of Delegates. Refers to a petition alleging mercenary motives in annexing part of Fairfax County to Alexandria.","Letter about exchanging and reissuing stock certificates.","Norfolk to Berryville. Letter about purchasing a tract of land in Nansemond County that Lewis is one of the heirs to.","Bogglesville. Reports that Nansemond land is most likely worthless, as the timber has all been cut, and many people claim parts of it as it adjoins their land.","Baltimore to Mount Vernon. Lloyd writes that she will send Louisa's bonnet. Shares news about Fanny Lee and Hannah Stuart. Has made a beautiful purse for Augustine.","Alexandria. Requests Lee accompany Cazenove to the city, along with Augustine Washington.","To Mount Vernon. Judith wishes to hear from Nelly. Very hot, dry weather, affecting the corn crop and grass. No cholera yet. Only one baby on their property. Sends greetings to many people.","A letter signed \"Mother,\" about a trip to Baltimore where she was robbed at the depot of her purse. She is sending two dresses and hopes Charlotte is doing well at school.","Alexandria. Letter about the purchase of lumber.","To Mount Vernon. Judith writes that she enjoyed her visit to Mount Vernon and the family. Looks often at the daguerreotype. Recommends they go to Jefferson. Continues on 12 July: Met Mrs. Payne and is raising money for her to go to the springs for her health. Gives news about various people.","Spring Bank. Letter from Thomas L. Ellzen to George Mason with a copy of Mason's reply on the inner fold. Concerns new road passing through their lands.","Annapolis. Bacon writes that the Charles County delegation does not want anyone to induce the Virginia Legislature to pass a similar law to the Maryland one. Recommends appealing directly to the Virginia Legislature without involving the General Assembly of Maryland.","To Mount Vernon. Judith writes that she heard that Nelly was \"pale and not strong.\" Gives accounts of other people's health and her own. Dr. Stewart's daughters will try to visit Nelly at Mount Vernon so they can see it \"with family there.\"","Letter regarding the delivery of deeds.","Boyden writes to recommend his daughter as a governess, in response to an advertisement in the Southern Churchman.","To Mrs. Julian (Eleanor Love Selden Washington) Howard, by right of her descent from Richard Bennett who was governor of Virginia from 1652-1655.","Letter addressed to \"My dear Uncle,\" announcing the death of Fanny's mother and giving an account of her final illness.","Letter discussing a coat of arms for the Willis and Rich families found under the floor of a church.","Letter sending two India prints from the photogravures made from the portrait of Lawrence Washington, which Washington allowed them to photograph.","A descendant of Mary Ball writes to see how she can claim money to be paid to the heirs of General Washington.","Discusses funeral costs and money being raised for the church.","Letter regarding property owned by Samuel W. Washington","Typescript copy. Morrison responds from the Library of Congress to Dodge's inquiry about the relationship between Lund Washington and George Washington.","Typescript letters to and from various art museums and libraries seeking information on the portrait of Lawrence Washington in his mother's possession, as well as letter regarding the appraisal, potential sale, and exhibition of the portrait.","Correspondence about the loan of 7 manuscript and print music books formerly owned by Ann Washington, wife of Bushrod Washington, to the Library of Congress.","Letter from the Director of Research at the Henry E. Huntington Library and Art Gallery regarding the letters of Robert E. Lee, \"To Markie.\"","Letters concerning the sale of the Charles Town Water Works.","Typescript letters to and from Regent Harriet C. Towner, Julian Howard Washington, and Patty W. Washington concerning the termination of Julian's employment at Mount Vernon.","Hook is interested in purchasing any books or manuscripts that Miss Washington has dated prior to 1866.","Letter regarding a set of William and Mary College Quarterly that belonged to Anne's father, Lawrence Washington. With Mrs. Adams's reply of the same date.","Letter from James Lewis Hook to Miss Washington concerning interest in buying books.","Encloses a typescript of a Bushrod Washington letter recently acquired by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union.","A letter about family heirlooms addressed to Betty, with the reply.","Letters about replacing the frames for the Brooks map and Sampson Derrel deed which were lost or misplaced by the Library of Congress.","Caldwell writes that she found some old stock certificates in the Goshen Land and Investment Co.","A letter from the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association regarding the death of Anne's mother and the opening of the Centennial exhibit at Mount Vernon.","A letter and loan agreement with the Robert E. Lee Memorial Foundation at Stratford Hall.","Letter requesting a photostatic copy of the will of John Washington.","2 copies. Letter offering for sale manuscripts and books from the library of George Washington.","Letter thanking Anne for the paintings she lent to a recent exhibition.","Letter regarding the sale of Washington family relics to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","Letter to the Regent discussing the potential sale of Washington family relics.","A letter declining the purchase of books that belonged to Bushrod Washington but were not part of Washington's library.","Letter regarding the recent purchase of two Bushrod Washington letters.","Letter and check from the sale of a miniature of Burwell Bassett by Charles Willson Peale.","Concerning a miniature of Col. Burwell Bassett by C. W. Peale.","Letter about the Virginia Magazine of History and Biography.","Letter from the National Trust for Historic Preservation about the gift of one volume of Samuel Ireland's \"Picturesque Views on the Upper or Warwickshire Avon,\" inscribed by Eleanor Parke Lewis to her daughter.","Letter about a book titled \"The Philosophy of the Moral Feelings\" from the library of John Augustine Washington III that was recently brought to Mount Vernon.","Letter enclosing a carbon copy of Patty's will as well as a carbon copy of a legal memorandum regarding Washington family correspondence stipulated in the will.","Letters and documents related to the sale and gift of Washington family documents and artifacts to the Masonic Memorial in Alexandria.","Letter concerning the Daniel Webster Papers Project.","Letter enclosing a copy of her second codicil, bequeathing her personal property to her nephew, Lawrence Washington.","Discusses various relatives' health. Talks about visiting friends. Discusses flowers and birds – mockingbirds are keeping her awake at night.","Lloyd writes that she wants to visit, but Nelly need not trouble herself about her. \"I am entirely ready with my little things.\" The new stove is giving them nicer bread than before.","To Mount Vernon. William writes to his mother that he is attending the Whig Convention with his brother Richard. The Potomac is frozen over, so they will take the nearest road across the country to Fredericksburg.","To Mount Vernon. She will delay her visit to Mount Vernon until they return from Jefferson. Hopes the children and Clara can stay with her until their return.","Autograph document. A poem on death, with text loss.","Autograph document. A poem written on the death of a young daughter.","A letter to Nelly from her sister about purchasing clothes for Lawrence and the children.","Autograph document. In fragile condition, with some text loss.","Mason requests a value for a property described in detail. Wants to know\nwhat rent it would bring and about insurance, whether it is fireproof, and what the taxes are.","Letter regarding the shipment of two boxes of books, with shipping note and 6-page typescript list of the books titled 'Miscellaneous Collection of Books'.","Letter regarding Fannie's will.","Letter from Richard Henderson to John Bailey concerning an impending court proceeding and the need to receive certain paperwork in order to file on time. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Recipient unknown. \"A true copy from the Bond in Richmond City office.\"","Sketch of Christ Church in Alexandria, with remarks about the grounds and exact descriptions of the boundaries.","Autograph document signed.","Document signed John A. Washington.","Receipt for $20 that John Augustine Washington II paid for the making of a court bench.","Receipt for the shipment of 17 bags of Peruvian guano from Baltimore. With a letter from Samuel K. George to John Augustine dated 1 March 1845, stating that the guano was shipped on the steamboat Columbia.","2 invoices for blacksmith services.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","Agreement appointing James Guy as arbitrator in a \"cause of difference\" regarding a bridge afloat in the Potomac. Awards $135 to Washington.","Document, bill and receipt from Gustavus Lesur to John Augustine Washington III for $696.60 for the building of a servant's house. Docket indicates the building was erected at Waveland. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","For sale of ¼ part of a share in the Dismal Swamp Company for $3000. Notarized by Charles Sharp. With two receipts from Peter B. Prentis, Clerk of Nansemond County, to John Augustine Washington III.","For the purchase of household goods.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","Receipt written to John Augustine Washington III by Judith B. Alexander for the sum of $40.75 Washington paid to her as an annuity from the estate of his father, John Augustine Washington II. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","For sale of Dismal Swamp Land Co. stock.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","Granting the use of the Shenandoah Valley Railroad switch at Blakeley.","Typescript and signed will, with carbon copy draft.","For the collection of books in Carter Library.","Carbon copy of the last will and testament of Anne M. Washington.","Sketch showing arrangement of pews in Christ Church in Alexandria, with the annual pew rent of each indicated.","2 leaves of survey notes in different hands","Document suggesting amendments to a legal compromise.","Handwritten and typescript copies of genealogical notes about the Washington family.","Typescript document entitled \"A list of officers of the army and navy, who have received lands from Virginia for Revolutionary services.\"","3 typescript copies. An act providing for the erection of a monument to Washington.","Typescript document.","Typescript letter by \"A Friend and Admirer of the Late Mr. Lawrence Washington,\" speaking against the government's unfair treatment of Lawrence Washington's widow.","Typescript copy. A bill to incorporate the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union, and to authorize the purchase of a part of Mount Vernon place.","Typescript document.","Typescript document.","Clipped article about a Mr. Joseph I. Keefer who received a letter about a volume of Shakespeare signed by Washington. The book was purportedly stolen from the house of John Augustine Washington by the 8th Illinois Calvary during the Civil War.","2 typescript copies of an article from the Winchester, Va. Historical Magazine.","To reimburse the estate of General George Washington.","Printed copy of Bill 3137 concerning the reimbursement of General George Washington's estate for lands in Ohio lost by conflciting grants made under U.S. authority. Typescript document, 3 pages.","Typescript blurb by Kate Brownlee Sherwood with manuscript corrections. A review of the book Washington, the Man and the Mason, by Charles A. Callahan.","Invitation to a commemoration of the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the notification by Charles Thomson Secretary of the Continental Congress of the election of George Washington as first President of the United States of America.","Typescript document.","Typescript document.","Autograph document in very fragile condition.","Typescript copy.","2 envelopes, 1 docketed \"copies of power of attorney \u0026 bonds sent to Chicago.\"","Taken by C. M. Bell of Washington, D.C. With genealogical notes on verso.","Two photograph copies of a painting of Louis XVI. 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"],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine Washington III (1821-1861): John Augustine Washington III was the great-grand nephew of George Washington and the last private owner of Mount Vernon. The fourth of five children, he was born on May 3, 1821 to John Augustine Washington II and Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington. John Augustine spent his childhood at his parents' Blakeley plantation near present day Charles Town, West Virginia. After the deaths of Bushrod Washington and his wife Julia in 1829, the Mount Vernon estate became the possession of John Augustine Washington II. After John Augustine Washington II passed away in June 1832, the estate was left to his widow Jane Charlotte. John Augustine Washington III graduated from the University of Virginia in 1840, returning to Mount Vernon in September 1841 with a proposition to manage the estate for his mother. She agreed, loaning him twenty-two slaves and contracting his employment for five hundred dollars per year for seven years. Upon Jane Charlotte's death in 1855, as the oldest living male heir, John Augustine Washington III became the last owner private owner of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["John Augustine Washington III (1821-1861): John Augustine Washington III was the great-grand nephew of George Washington and the last private owner of Mount Vernon. The fourth of five children, he was born on May 3, 1821 to John Augustine Washington II and Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington. John Augustine spent his childhood at his parents' Blakeley plantation near present day Charles Town, West Virginia. After the deaths of Bushrod Washington and his wife Julia in 1829, the Mount Vernon estate became the possession of John Augustine Washington II. After John Augustine Washington II passed away in June 1832, the estate was left to his widow Jane Charlotte. John Augustine Washington III graduated from the University of Virginia in 1840, returning to Mount Vernon in September 1841 with a proposition to manage the estate for his mother. She agreed, loaning him twenty-two slaves and contracting his employment for five hundred dollars per year for seven years. Upon Jane Charlotte's death in 1855, as the oldest living male heir, John Augustine Washington III became the last owner private owner of Mount Vernon."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], John Augustine Washington III and family papers, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Name and date of item], John Augustine Washington III and family papers, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine Washington III and Eleanor Love Selden Correspondence ; John Augustine Washington III and Mount Vernon Ladies Association (MVLA) Collection\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["John Augustine Washington III and Eleanor Love Selden Correspondence ; John Augustine Washington III and Mount Vernon Ladies Association (MVLA) Collection"],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains correspondence, legal documents, financial records, and other documents related to John Augustine Washington III and his family, especially his son, Lawrence, as well as his granddaughters, Anne and Patty. The bulk of the correspondence series are letters sent to John Augustine Washington III and concern family affairs and the management of various family plantations, including Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine Washington III tells his mother, Jane C. Washington, about a head injury he recently sustained via one of his classmates. He states that \"I do not think he did it intentionally. The name of the boy I do not know and if I did I would have no right to say.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to John Augustine Washington III from his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his mother, Jane C. Washington. Richard reports back to John about farm affairs and mentions several enslaved people: Henry, Humphrey, Meredith, and Anthony. He reports that Henry and Humphrey have harrowed fields and that Meredith and Anthony have plowed 140 acres for wheat. Jane briefly mentions farm affairs, inquires about John's education at The University of Virginia, and reminds him to read his Bible every day. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about farm affairs, including the planting of wheat, rye, and oats, the arrival of guests at her home, Blakely, and critiques his spelling from previous letters. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington about her journey home from visiting her daughter and his sister, Anna Maria Washington Alexander, and John's boarding situation at the University of Virginia. She also discusses affairs on the farms at Mount Vernon, mentioning two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, and whether or not they should stay at Mount Vernon or return to Blakely with her. Letter also includes a discussion about a man named Sambo. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, urging him to write back to her as soon as possible, confirming that he received the money he requested from her, as she had not heard from him in five weeks. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to John Augustine Washington III from his classmate at the University of Virginia, John B. Tabb about an incident in which Tabb suspected a Mr. Gibbosn of an unknown crime and his recent interactions with Mr. Gibbons. He also discusses his health and when he will be able to return to the University. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, and discusses her faith following the death of several friends and family and updates John on his family including his mother, Jane C. Washington, his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his sister, Anna Maria Blackburn Alexander. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. Tabb writes to John Augustine Washington III and William Brokenborough requesting a meeting with them regarding his son, John B. Tabb, a classmate of theirs at The University of Virginia. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the death of Polly, Hannah Lee Alexander's daughter, from scarlet fever. She also recounts other family members who currently had the disease and those who have since recovered. She talks briefly of the arrival of spring and the flowers blooming at her home, Caledon. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in which Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, with updates on deaths and illnesses in the family due to scarlett fever. She updates John on the farm, including that many of their sheep have died. She urges John to write to her more frequently. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about his poor health and whether he should continue school at The University of Virginia, or if he should return home. She also updates John on farm affairs and her recent visits with family and friends. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III while he is attending the University of Virginia. Concerning family news, including the recent death of Louisa. She discusses the gardens at her estate at Caledon and the affairs of various neighbors. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and partial seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington discusses her son, John Augustine Washington III's, boarding situation at The University of Virginia, her recent visits with friends and family, and farm affairs. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge William Washington writes to his cousin, John Augustine Washington III, asking for a loan of $20, in which he plans to \"refund in the course of a very short while.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, and updates him on many friends and family members' health. She mentions that Hannah Lee Alexander was very sick and went to stay at Blakely with John's mother, Jane C. Washington. Judith writes that she is pleased John has been riding horses everyday and his improved health because of it. Autograph letter, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, announcing the birth of Anna Maria Washington Alexander's son, John Augustine Washington IV. She also discusses affairs of the farm, inlcuding livestock sales and planting of rye and wheat. She mentions her visit to Audley, Nelly Custis Lewis' home, and the recent death of Lewis' daughter, Mary Eliza Angela Conrad. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, announcing the birth of sons to both his cousin, Hannah Lee Alexander, and his sister, Anna Maria Washington Alexander. She updates John on the good health of family members. Autograph letter, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, and sends updates on Anna Maria Washington Alexander's newborn son, John Augustine Washington IV. She discusses John's boarding situation at the University of Virginia, with the Merriweather family, and is pleased that he has been accompanying them to church. She discusses farm affairs, including the sale of roughly 1,000-1,200 bales of wheat. She urges John to write to his brother, Richard Washington. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith writes to her nephew Augustine encouraging him to remain at the University of Virginia instead of going to Washington to work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about Bushrod Washington Herbert's plans for the law books he inherited from Bushrod Corbin Washington. She also discusses her other son and John's brother, Richard Washington, and his education, discusses her recent visitors at her home, Blakely, and shares updates from the farm. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeriwether writes to John Augustine Washington III about the sale of one of Washington's mares, and says that he will send the payment, $74, at the \"first safe opportunity.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn G. Miller writes to John Augustine Washington III and recounts a story of a classmate of theirs, Mr. Bankhead, who ran away with a woman, Miss Garth, to get married without her father's permission. He says that they have not been seen since the night they left, and tells John to look out for them in Washington D.C. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about his improving health and his recent dangerous encounter with a horse that nearly killed him. She briefly mentions politics, including the \"triumph of the Whips in New York and Pennsylvania\" and that the outcomes of the Virginia elections are still unknown. She discusses the state of the farm, mentioning that the harvests of wheat and oats are less than desired. She quotes several sections of Bushrod Corbin Washington's will, which John had previously requested in a separate letter, regarding the fate of his law books following his passing. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about the murder of one of his professors, Dr. Davis, at The Univeristy of Virginia by one of his classmates. She also discusses money sent from Bushrod Washington and herself to John, and guests at her home, Blakely. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington discusses John Augstine Washington III's health, including him \"suffering from weak eyes,\" and asks about his intentions regarding his degree from the University of Virginia. She also recounts her troubles with a broken carriage and waiting for a new one, and shares updates from the farm. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohnson writes to John Augustine Washington III about local politics of Louisa, Virginia. He also provides personal updates, including his current studies, his upcoming trips, and correspondence with mutual acquaintances from the University of Virginia. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith B. Alexander, Caledon, to John Augustine Washington III. Judith writes that she is suffering from melancholy and writes of religious matters. She also writes, \"I observed with pleasure you have forbidden the intrusion of stages and omnibuses.\" She asks that she be fondly remembered to Aunt Jenny, \"my poor old Joe Mitchum,\" Phil, West, Eliza, and Sarah.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. William writes that he wants Augustine to have Cary ready at Miss Mandeville's to be brought home. Jane C. Washington is with the Alexanders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHannah Lee Washington Alexander, Prospect Hill, to John Augustine Washington III, Mount Vernon. Hannah wishes Augustine a happy 21st birthday. Urges religious faith to gain lasting happiness. Gives family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCaledon to Mount Vernon. Letter about harvest, wheat crops, debt, and difficulties. Judith hopes to visit Augustine at Mount Vernon and urges him to have faith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith writes that she is unable to attend his wedding to Nelly but her husband will come. She has heard great things about Nelly. Long discussion of William Alexander and his difficulties. Talks about her love of flowers and pleasure at the improvement of the garden and greenhouse at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning family matters such as the recent death of Mr. Selden and a discussion about whether Washington should assume administration over the estate. An enslaved woman named Julia is sick. Includes her hope that West Ford will mail this letter today from Mount Vernon, with a postscript message from Ford to Washington about recovering a loan. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning Washington declining to take certain loans and his involvement in various chancery suits. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from David Gulick to John Augustine Washington III, informing him that it is useless to plough a certain tract of land as it is about to be sold. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to Elizabeth Selden concerning a partial tenancy at Exeter plantation, property of the Selden family. Washington gives her advice concerning finances and the tenant agreement. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Henry T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III, advising him about the rental of Exeter plantation, the property of the Selden family. He informs Washington that the enslaved people at Exeter are going to be appraised and sold, if Washington is interested in buying. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from William F. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III. He councils that Mr. Dangerfield has offered Washington a fair price for his land, asks for advice about selling off his own land, and discusses crop yields. He also refers to an enslaved man named Tom. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Retained copy. Mount Vernon to Exeter. Augustine writes about corn crops in Exeter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Catherine B. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning a loan of money. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Catherine B. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning a loan of money and a delayed payment from Mr. Hammond. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChitton Hill. Letter about the sale of lime.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Burns will release Washington from his contract. Mr. Roper is interested in purchasing the farm. Congratulates him on the birth of his daughter and wishes him \"good luck to have a dozzen.\" Discusses the new set of six sheriffs elected and crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Retained copy. Mount Vernon. About the delivery of lime to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Robert Adams to John Augustine Washington III concerning the purchase of fire insurance for Mount Vernon, with quotes from various companies about the premiums and tenures of policies. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBellwood to Mount Vernon. Johnson wants to know whether Augustine wants to rent Mt. Zephyr farm for another year. Says it \"is very much out of order and in a rough and uncultivated state,\" so he will rent it on moderate terms. Extols his congregations every Sunday for their intelligence. Requests Augustine to remind two people that they owe him money, which will be put in the hands of a collection officer if he is not paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from the lumber firm, Green and Pascoe, to John Augustine Washington III informing him  that the ten-inch square locust posts he ordered could not be obtained in their market. They suggest that they could cut something similar out of Florida cedar. They're sending the balance of the hemlock ordered by boat with this letter. On the reverse is a letter from Sandford Gulick to John Augustine Washington III, dated September 6, 1844, explaining that the aforementioned shipment of lumber that accompanied this letter was not complete. Autograph letters signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhite Marsh. Asks when Augustine will visit in the fall and provides directions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Elizabeth Selden to John Augustine Washington III concerning enslaved people at Exeter, the Selden familial home which she is leaving due to financial hardship. She speaks specifically about an enslaved man named John and an enslaved woman named Caroline. She proposes to rent John and Caroline and asks whether Washington would be willing to keep them on the estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Elizabeth Selden to John Augustine Washington III concerning the enslaved population at her home, Exeter. She discusses four specific people, three men and a woman: John, Billy, Jim, and Aunt Jenny. For $200 she has retained them for her lifetime, after which they will belong to Washington. She complains about their various health and age-related issues as well as their unhappiness about being separated from their families to go with Selden when she leaves Exeter. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore to Alexandria. Letter requesting payment of $90.20 for delivery of lime.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from William Fowle, President of the Alexandria Canal Company, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that arbitrators of their land dispute have rendered a decision regarding ownership in favor of the company. He assures Washington that, once titles to the formerly disputed property are completed, they will build a bridge at his request. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. Letter acknowledging the receipt of a check for ninety dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaverly. Received the check on the Valley Bank of Charlestown and submitted it. Will be happy to aid in future business transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes Augustine giving him directions to his residence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Mason writes seeking support for establishing a church in Gum Springs so\nthey do not need to go all the way into Alexandria for services at Christ\nChurch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. Letter about shipping 6 tons of guano to Mount Vernon aboard the steamboat Columbia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning current events, including John Janney's illness and a chancery suit. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from William Fontaine Alexander to John Augustine Washington III in which he asks for advice about an offer he has for ground rent. He mentions the death of a neighbor, Charles Asquith, and also states 'poor old Mingo died yesterday afternoon'. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from David Gulick to John Augustine Washington III informing him that Mr. Smart's boat from Leesburg, Va, will be in Alexandria the following week with 304 bushels of wheat and 315 bushels of oats for Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Mason to his neighbor, John Augustine Washington III, concerning his disapproval of the current constable. He references some theft or rebellion amongst the enslaved people of the local area and claims, 'for our mutual safety, and a determination to root out these white wolves, we could soon clear the neighborhood'. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria to Mount Vernon. Turner writes that she is unable to visit because of illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlakely to Mount Vernon. Richard writes that he is unable to hire an overseer as wages are now so high. He says Augustine can keep Fanny for \"what ever she is worth\" if she can be of service.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Dr. William F. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III requesting that he settle some business for him due to his inability to travel to Alexandria himself. He references Washington's purchase of an enslaved man named Alfred and asks whether Washington would be interested in buying an enslaved man named John and his five youngest children. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that Mr. Roddy wanted to be paid for digging his well, but he had not fulfilled the contract, which was to go ten feet deeper. William will not pay him until he hears from Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. William writes that he went to inspect the well. Washington's Uncle Bushrod is uncertain whether it will answer his purposes. Mr. Roddy did not penetrate further than five feet as he felt it would do no good to go further and cause needless expenses. Will dig another well if necessary under a new contract. William is not in need of Augustine's help to obtain a loan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Burr W. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning the Circuit Court case of Harrison v. Gibson and the associated costs and fees. Washington owes $805.87 and Harrison requests that he remit the amount promptly either to him or a specified bank. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharlestown to Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter from Mr. Brownell and wants his advice as to how to deal with it. Is worried about his debts and interest payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. Letter of congratulations on the birth of a child. Eliza is unwell but nothing serious. Reports news of the Mexican conflict.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam purchased a house in Charlestown, depending upon the Brownell's bonds to pay for it. Brownell is insolvent. Describes various crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III informing him that funds for the sale of the Selden property are now available to Washington. Harrison gives instruction on signing and submitting the property deed to the purchaser, a man named Hammerly. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that James Roper is anxious to purchase Mr. Burns's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFairfax Court House. Requests his attendance as a magistrate at November Court, at which an election will take place for clerk. Mr. Ball desired his support in his effort to be reappointed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. William writes that Mr. Burnett will manufacture \"Gattling's Drilling\nMachine\" for $100.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about the sale of farms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he encloses a check (not identified) for $72 from a man named Hammerly on account of the Henderson bonds. More payments will follow, with the delay due to Hammerly's ill health. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding a payment of $30 he has received from Hammerly on account of the Henderson debt. Harrison will deposit the money to Washington's credit. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Henry T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved woman named Julia. Harrison rented her from Washington and states that there is an additional cost due to a medical account for Julia with Dr. Lee. Includes a discussion about the Selden estate. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Mason to his neighbor, John Augustine Washington III, concerning politics in Alexandria and upcoming elections. He asks Washington to keep a lookout for a pair of geese he believes have been stolen by enslaved people and sold to the Quaker community at Woodlawn. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from James L. McKenad to John Augustine Washington III concerning their recent meeting in the Superior Court and their association in early life. McKenad is accepting Washington's invitation to visit Mount Vernon soon. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam asks Augustine to aid him in obtaining a loan of $900 by\nendorsing some bonds. He hopes for a good harvest this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Burr W. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III requesting that Washington or his overseer at Mount Vernon send back two rams. Harrison will settle the cost for them at a later time. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe has canceled his note and encloses it. Had been in attendance on Mrs.\nB.C. Washington in her illness to the neglect of everything else.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBentroglio. Discusses sale of Nansemond land. Needs to hear from all the heirs of General Washington, Col. Fielding Lewis, and Dr. Thomas Walker. Feels the value has increased due to the railroad being nearby.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington Bassett to John Augustine Washington III concerning questions about the estate of George Washington and the executors. Bassett is acting as the executor for the estate of Captain Lewis and, in this role, asks for information about the failure of the Washington executors to collect the debts of a man named Ashton. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBentroglio. Page writes with information about the Nansemond land. Much of the timber has been pillaged, and he suggests negotiating a private sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorfolk to Alexandria. Discussion of Nansemond land. Says there will be great difficulty in establishing its lines as only one tree is left from the original plat. Additionally all the timber has long since been cut and much of the land is claimed by others. Wants to know what price in cash he would take for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith writes asking for news of Augustine and his family. She recommends the book \"Mount of Olives\" and writes of family news. Charles is leaving to join a company in California.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarwick to Mount Vernon. Lippitt hopes Augustine can assist Dr. Alexander in recommending Lippitt for a job. Repaired with tape, with partial loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son, John Augustine Washington III, concerning local and family matters. She discusses her son Richard's bad luck with health and money issues. She is concerned about Mount Vernon and the fate of the estate following her death, including whether it will be sold to the U.S. government. She inquires about the plans and progress of the monument for John Augustine Washington II at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends an account of sales of Washington's wheat. Reports on James\nRanson's purchase of a farm and Rutherford's plans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith writes that she heard from Hannah that Augustine received some injury with a plough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Talks about the great comfort of religion. Discusses Mr. Smith who became a Christian and abandoned his law practice. Also mentions Mr. Merrick of Charles County who sells lime.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he thanks Washington for facilitating the sale of an enslaved man named Henry. He discusses the signed bond and two named parties, Eli Gray and a man named Otterback. Harrison dicusses his new tenant, Ball, at Dry Hollow Farm. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. Receipt for a shipment of bone that left from Harper's Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he asks Washington to purchase building materials in Alexandria, VA, on his behalf in order for Harrison to repair a corn house and granary. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning the derafting of a petition to present at the Virginia House of Delegates. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. L. Blackburn discusses the enslaved people at his estate, Spring Grove, and his plans to sell specific people, including a 16-year-old boy. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Richard Blackburn Washington to his brother, John Augustine Washington III, concerning an impending delivery of wheat and the ill health of their mother, Jane C. Washington. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains difficulty with the north boundary of his 30-acre lot. Includes plat sketch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. Giles writes that he will shortly be on his way to Mount Vernon and will get a conveyance from Alexandria They will arrive about dark on Wednesday evening.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetroit to Mount Vernon. Wilcox writes sending a box of game and fish and thanking Augustine for his hospitality. \"It was not enough that the hallowed association of Mount Vernon should have made my brief visit there a thing never to be forgotten, but by a singular good fortune the impression and happiness of that visit were rendered more indelible by the kind attentions of your land and yourself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSenate chamber. Thomas writes that he has made the governor aware of the action of the state of Maryland, and he promises to consult the Attorney General for advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Thomas B. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning an upcoming visit and family news. Includes a dicsussion about the death of an enslaved woman named Rose, the illness of an enslaved woman named Martha, and reference to illness amongst the enslaved population at Blakeley, Walnut Farm, and Richwoods. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHollin Hall to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he has nominated several men to be justices for their\ndistrict. He has been urged to become a candidate but has uniformly\nrefused.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from William Easby, the Commissioner of Public Buildings, to John Augustine Washington III inquiring when he can send for bridge timber from Mount Vernon. Washington will be paid upon retrieval. Autograph letter signed, 1 page\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaverly. Encloses partial payment of a debt and requests Augustine to send it on for him. Hopes to get balance shortly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning Stuart's wheat crop. He discusses the crop and health and tells Washington he will start threshing this week and can sell him 250 bushels. He offers to assist Washington in purchasing cattle and discusses livestock prices. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto Tuberville Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning farm management and the price of wheat. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Matthew Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding a payment to Washington of $1,109.71 from General Rush in reference to 'the Hammerly matter'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushwood. Plowden writes planning a meeting with other legislators to prepare for passage of a law to protect from gill netters. He requests that Augustine come to Washington to address them on the matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnapolis. Plowden writes that the bill to ban gilling nets will not be brought up in the Maryland Legislature, mostly due to people from Charles and Prince Georges counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Tillman is concerned about the use of gilling nets on the Potomac River, which are against the law. Wants to hire someone to cruise up and down the river to take them up during the fishing season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam thanks Augustine for offering to put up shad for Mr. Bealls and\nhimself. Jane C. Washington is visiting and detained by the rain and damp\nweather.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBryan writes that the law from 1845 will most likely stand against the gill netting. He wants to meet with Augustine in Alexandria to discuss fishing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Thomas B. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning a man named William Lyons and an issue with his free papers. Thomas B. Washington asks JAWIII to assist Lyons, who is traveling to Alexandria, to address an error with the registration of his free papers. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam thanks Augustine for the shad and writes that Miss Rice will\nprovide \"all that you desire in a Governess for your children.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Shinn writes that he is unable to get men for sending the boat out for fishing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Prosser Tabb writes to John Augustine Washington III about the sale of Mount Vernon saying, \"I am truly glad that you have a prospect of diposing of Mt. Vernon so advantageously.\" He also tells Washington about multiple properties for sale, ranging from 500-1200 acres and $9,000-$35,000, near him. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFairfax Court House to Alexandria. Discusses the commissioners appointed to assess damages to the properties of lands through which the Manassas Gap Rail will pass. One property holder is not a freeholder, which poses a problem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam is grateful for delivery of fish. Wants to visit Mount Vernon so\nthat \"our children should grow up knowing and loving each other.\"\nDiscusses the planting of corn and wheat. Says Cary may visit before his\nreturn to Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that he received the fish and paid for the herring but not\nthe shad. Describes corn and wheat crops. Refers to upcoming election for\nthe \"sheriffalty.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. A letter discussing the qualifications of a Miss Page to be a governess for the Washington family. Dana is not sure of her French abilities. She does not teach drawing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilson Cary Selden Alexander writes to his uncle, John Augustine Washington III, about his invitation spend Christmas at Mount Vernon and updates John on his studies at university. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEliza writes that she will not send the money \"you hold of mine to California.\" Wishes to consult with him as to investment when she comes to Virginia in May.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Letter regarding a disagreement with Mr. Cawood about using Augustine's hands to finish work for Bryan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Rebecca J. Washington to John Augustine Washington III requesting that Washington assume legal guardianship over her little girl. She discusses her financial hardship and shares family updates. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlakeley. Hannah writes that she has been sick ever since she returned home and is now visiting Aunt Jane. She is very anxious about her boys' improvement and wants to send Jennie to Mrs. Barton in Philadelphia. Asks about the money due her from Hunter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that Jenny will leave with Richard and go to Philadelphia\nto be with Mrs. Barton. Requests that Washington send the $100 he\nproposed to advance for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHannah writes that Jeannie will be ready soon. It will take some time to get the things she does not have there, including a trunk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason sends condolences on the death of Jane C. Washington, \"a great\nVirginia lady.\" He was unable to attend funeral due to the illness of his\nwife all summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes about proposed improvements to the road, which will lessen\nthe chance of water damage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III concerning her shipment of various plants to Mount Vernon. There has been a bout of sickness at her home and the loss of several servants has impeded farm operation. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and black wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter from John Augustine Washington III to Miss B. Cower, previously a governess to Washington's children. Washington denies Miss Cower's claims that he had disparaged her to a Mr. Willis and refuses to agree to Miss Cower's request that he interview his children about her abilities as an instructress. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnapolis to Alexandria. Plowden wants to know when the Virginia Legislature will pass a similar law to the one the Maryland Legislature passed in 1854 to stop gill netting. If that does not happen, the Maryland law will be repealed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes about the Accotink Turnpike having passed through the Senate of Virginia. He will give land for the road without compensation and wants to participate in the survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaverly. Discusses financial matters and debts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III in which he expresses relief that he can \"correct wrong impressions on the subject of Mount Vernon\" regarding its potential sale. Discusses planting crops and farm management. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Wanted to visit, but Mr. Alexander would not leave his \"agricultural pursuits.\" Enjoyed a recent visit with friends. Heard a lot of news from Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that last winter he enacted a deed of trust for his brother, naming Augustine as trustee without first asking his permission. He needs Augustine to send a note to the county court of Fairfax saying he is willing to serve.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington. Letter with advice on titles and lots Augustine is interesting in purchasing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Arthur Taylor to John Augustine Washington III concerning his acceptance of an offer of 45 per acre from an unnamed purchaser for Collingwood. He authorizes Washington to sign any documents on his behalf. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam wishes Augustine to pay his note from the sale of Cousin\nHannah's personal property as she is determined to send Jenny to\nPhiladelphia. He disagrees with this as there is a good female school in\nCharlestown. He had hoped for a visit from Augustine during the summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that Jenny will again go to Mrs. Barton and has improved\nvery much. Writes he is not depressed but simply getting old. He wants\nAugustine to visit at least annually. Gives family news. Aunt Christian\nnamed him as her trustee and executor, and she has left all to Willie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Discusses her sister's death and her life. Her happiness became \"the passion of my soul.\" Tells him she is entitled only to the interest on money from the estate. Tells him if she dies, she wants to be buried by Julia in Jefferson with a simple stone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith writes that she burned Augustine's money order as she had previously been paid by another nephew. Her health is poor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndianapolis. Requests payment of $16.59 for repairs made to graveyard at Exeter. Sends best wishes for the family and hopes to see them soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Judith writes about Augustine's health. He had the same \"typhoid symptoms\" as Charles. Writes of family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning shipments of shad, herring, and wine. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that he is unable to sell the land at the price desired. The most offered is $30,000. They are enjoying the visit of the children very much.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses articles of agreement for his services and requests a horse for the use of his family to go to church and other errands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter providing an account of the proceeds from Mr. Lucas's bonds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWalnut Farm. Discusses the payment of $6000 and its being a \"charge against any shares of Mount Vernon that I or my children may have under your Father's will and codicils.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Francis Lightfoot Campbell to John Augustine Washington III seeking Washington's influence to secure a military appointment. He is writing from London and goes on to discuss current events there. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHavre de Grace. Sullivan requests Augustine to petition the Virginia Legislature to pass a similar law to the ones in Maryland from 1854 and 1856, banning gill nets in the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning a shipment of claret wine and his plans for planting tobacco beds. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond. McFarland invites Augustine to the celebration of Washington's birthday on February 22 in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing legal matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHavre de Grace. Encloses copies of the fishing laws passed in 1854 and 1856 in Maryland and requests that Augustine do everything possible to get similar law passed in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHavre de Grace. Encloses letter from Thomas M. Bacon and stresses that the only chance of preserving shore fishing is for Virginia to pass a similar law to the one passed in Maryland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing financial matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the possibility of payments from various people. Cary is now a\n\"full fledged 'Doctor Medicine'\" but does not look at all more venerable.\nWilliam assures Augustine that his note in Bank will be paid at maturity.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank. Complains about a tenant and the lack of good seed to plant. Will plant\nwhat he has in a few days so he gets at least some crop. Talks about a bill in the legislature about \"scoundrels\" coming on their land to hunt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam thanks Augustine for two barrels of herrings. He is sorry the fishing season was so \"unfavourable\" and is sorry to hear of Nelly's illness. Hopes the children will visit them soon. Discusses upcoming payments by various women on bonds to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam urges Nelly to come stay with them and have her baby there. Intends to buy Dr. Eichelberger's practice for Cary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOkeley. Writes about providing medical services for Augustine's wife, Eleanor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMason writes that their home in Loudon might be of use to Washington and his family, if they are leaving Mount Vernon. She thinks he might become involved in politics and would make an excellent representative in Congress. He might divide the estate into small farms and induce settlers from the North. She invites Louisa to stay with her so she may assist with her studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Writes about a mare and colt and gives charges for his services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning shipments of wine. he advises Washington to view all possible locations before settling on a home following his sale of Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives family news and hopes for a visit from the children soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam details collection on his bond and the deposit of the proceeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that he is sending two Bashear ploughs. He describes the death of Mrs. Turner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends an accounting of the costs associated with the two ploughs sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that Jenny will be returning to Mrs. Barton's school, and $300 is required at this time. Cary is not doing well. He assures Augustine that his children are well with them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he received two well-matched mules from Baltimore.\nHe praises a Mr. Sands and recommends him to Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. Offers a pair of mules for sale for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes about a draft for $5000, with Dick the drawer, Alexander the endorser, and Augustine the acceptor and payer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorfolk. News about the annual meeting of the Dismal Swamp Company and its recent dividends, which have been down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from W.R. Millan to John Augustine Washington III. He is renting an enslaved boy named Web to Washington for the remainder of that year. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlackburn discusses the enslaved people from his estate, as well as John Augustine Washington III's, and his plans to sell certain people. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam reports on Cary's improved health and writes that he feels great anxiety about him. Mrs. Bennett wants his farm but needs time. Urges Augustine not to worry about Jenny.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. S. Blackburn discusses loans and his plans to sell enslaved people. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharlestown. Hannah wants to know whether Augustine had time to attend to the insurance of Richwoods. Bushrod Herbert has the papers. She is experiencing very hard times. Many in the area have scarlet fever.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing oxen and other cattle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam has purchased 50 bushels of clover seed for Augustine. He writes that Cary is failing \"very perceptibly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes, \"Our precious Cary breathed his last this morning.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam tells Augustine he received the check for $2,000 and requests an additional $1,000, which will \"make me much more comfortable.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Zephyr. Encloses a copy of a survey related to construction of a turnpike over a hill near Gum Springs. Mr. Mason is opposed to all roads \"within 50 miles of him\" but has granted permission for a survey on his land and seems to realize he cannot block construction of the road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHavre de Grace. Sullivan heard that Virginia passed a fishing law in the past year and wants a copy of it to be published in Maryland papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of shipment of clover seed. Mourning Cary's death. Cary had great faith and knew he was dying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia. Adams writes that the portrait of Augustine's mother arrived safely in Philadelphia. He hopes to visit Washington City in the spring and would like to visit Augustine at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes planting methods in the fields.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning the possibility of Sholto's nomination as a representative for Fairfax County, VA. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III in which he expresses a desire to see Washington at Mount Vernon before he leaves \"the roof of your ancestors\" following his sale of the estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFront Royal. Letter about bank payments and balances owed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that he and Charlotte will visit in the week after Easter. Charley will come home for Easter vacation to \"overhaul his wardrobe \u0026amp; prepare him for the spring.\" Jenny's board and tuition are paid, and he furnished $10 for travel expenses. The crops are doing well. Is sorry to hear of the ill success of Augustine's fisheries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharlestown. Hannah writes that her creditors are harassing her. She will have to sell Ben, an enslaved man, to be able to pay Mr. Sadler. \"I am not extravagant either in livery or dress.\" She really values his advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Discusses a quantity of plank left (without his knowledge) on his farm in Fauquier. Says he is not in any way responsible for the quantity of plank Adams claimed was missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorfolk to Alexandria. Refers to examination of deeds. One is defective as it is unsigned. Inquires as to whether some shareholders had children who would be entitled to a share.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he is sending a case of Colt revolvers, which he never fired. Has grateful recollection of the constant kindness and courtesy of Augustine and Eleanor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III, asking for an advance on the annuity she receives from the estate of Washington's father, John Augustine Washington II. Discusses additional family news. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam received two barrels of fine herrings by railroad. They had been misdirected to Winchester. The crops are doing well. He urges Augustine to leave Mount Vernon to avoid sickness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccotink. Letter in reference to a note from Nevitt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith is very worried about Hannah Alexander's two sons who seem to be being used by their father to provide a reconciliation of him with Hannah. Judith does not want this to happen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHannah's husband met his sons in Berryville and \"made them sundry presents of money \u0026amp; clothes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about breeding a mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHannah's sons are in Alexandria with \"their miserable father.\" Judith is amazed that Hannah trusts him with them. Reports on various visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMason writes about the Accotink Turnpike and building a bridge at\nCameron Run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge R. H. Hughes writes to John Augustine Washington III about investments with the money from the sale of Mount Vernon. He tells Washington about The Foster Hotel in Chicago, a large brick five-story hotel for sale for $30,000. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHughes writes to John Augustine Washington III about The Foster Hotel in Chicago which is for sale. He provides details of the hotel including number of rooms, sizes of rooms, and how they could be renovatd. He also includes financail and mortgage information, including estimated monthly payments if John Augustine were to purchase the property. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharlestown. Hannah thanks Augustine for all that he does for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III inviting him to his upcoming wedding. He asks Washington for the use of one of his enslaved men for the dining room for the wedding day. An enslaved man from Stuart's household escaped. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington Lewis to John Augustine Washington III concerning an upcoming visit to Mount Vernon with his family. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspect Hill to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, regarding the sale of an enslaved woman named Milly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorfolk to Alexandria. Discusses purchase of shares in Dismal Swamp Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Mason writes urging to vote in the election of a magistrate for the district.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorfolk to Alexandria. Reports purchase of shares and feels he will be able to purchase more in the near future.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBollingbrook. Bolling writes that he hopes to see Augustine soon. The previous month his steamer was caught in the ice, and he managed to get to shore and visit two sons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes that he is sending 4 bushels of clover seed and gives an account of it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith is sure Augustine's family will be very happy in Fauquier. Mr. Alexander's health is poor. Their overseer \"keeps the hands active by a natural authority without severity.\" Would like his advice as to Dr. Crawford's estate. Describes her money problems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccotink. Letter about the sale of cedar posts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith writes that there is much illness in her family. She discusses a trustee for her estate. They had a huge hailstorm, which resulted in many broken panes of glass.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Letter about the sale of horses, with pencil sketch of well on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Mrs. Hooff writes about sending a horse to Mount Vernon for Augustine to sell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaverly. Washington gives a report on his health and a possible consultation in Baltimore. Discusses some financial and family matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharlestown. Condolence letter on the death of Augustine's wife, Nelly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Letter on Burke and Herbert stationary, about the loss of a $500 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about acquiring a bull and some sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBeverley writes about church matters and whether to split the parish. In a P.S. dated the following day, he writes that snow prevents his meeting Augustine but he really wants the matter settled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter about church matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBeverley writes about Mr. Henderson and decisions on church matters, writing that there are many bad feelings on all sides.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Waveland. Writes that ministers of the gospel travel on the rail line for half fare, after making themselves known to the conductor. He would like to visit but is unable always to control his time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccotink. A response to complaints about cedar posts sold to Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Byrd writes to her cousin, John Augustine Washington III, updating him on family members. She also relays a plan, from Thomas, in which they are planning to move their enslaved persons further south and wonders if John would also like to do so. She concludes by lamenting on the state of the country. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam recommends that Augustine break up Cousin Hannah's establishment. Her store accounts have been going unpaid, and she has many unpaid bills. If something is not done soon, William will relinquish his trusteeship.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaverly. Reports the death of Charles a few days after Augustine left him. Says he has lost all his little family, save one, and is left to \"travel the remainder of life's journey alone.\" Refers to being comforted by religion. Charles left no will so he would appreciate any information Augustine has as regards his worldly affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Rebecca J. Washington to John Augustine Washington III, thanking him for his offer to assist her sister, Charlotte. Discusses her financial debt due to house and farm management at her estate, Claymont Court. Autograph letter signed, 5 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to Edward 'Ned' C. Turner concerning scheduling a vestry meeting. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the beginning of the Civil War. She expresses her fear about the danger that John, his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his sister's and cousin's sons are facing. She also describes the \"delicate\" young soldiers she saw in her travels to Richmond. She provides updates on many family and friends. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Edward C. Turner to John Augustine Washington III, updating him on the conditions at Waveland, Washington's estate, while he is absent in the army. He reports that the overseer at Mount Vernon has said that the enslaved population is in a state of rebellion there. He worries that if the Union army takes possession of Camp Pickens; a large number of enslaved people have been sent to the area to build embankments. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with envelope\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Edward C. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning the maintenance of his estate at Waveland while he's away with the army. Turner advises Washington that he should buy tobacco, candles, and tea for the enslaved people. The Union army has retreated from the local area. He makes a brief reference to a revolt among the enslaved at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Judith B. Alexander to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, in which she provides him with updates on his family, including his daughter Louisa, while he is away fighting in the Civil War. She laments him being in danger, and wishes him safety. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnna writes about the rain and looking forward to Augustine's visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from a 'Cousin Fanny' to John Augustine Washington III concerning the death of her mother. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Hannah writes that Cary would like to visit Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichwoods. Aunt C. would like a nice cedar cane from the vault to walk with. Thanks him for kindness shown to her boys while with him. Will greatly miss Mr. Tyng as the pastor of the church. Mr. Ambler is not the same.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Her health is good, and she plans to visit soon. Mr. Alexander does not like to be away from home for long, even though he loves seeing them all. Has a large corn crop and an excellent garden. She has been working in it and fears Nelly and the children will take her for an \"Indian.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill see the family in Jefferson and hopes they get there soon for their health. Asks for money to travel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Judith tells Augustine not to send a carriage for her. She will take a public conveyance. Hopes to see Maria soon. Reports that Bushrod Washington Herbert is disposed to be melancholy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudith wants to stay with Augustine for a few days to discuss business. Reports on the health of Maria. His mother is well, and Richard's new daughter is healthy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Wants the receipt for Augustine's compounded pills. Is returning the nice and expensive cloak she was given. Promises to write someday as if \"I was talking to you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam wants to meet with Thomas Washington to determine how close they can come in the price of Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests various plants be sent to her as she has \"nothing but stumps \u0026amp; poverty around my dwelling.\" Her darling boy has been ill with scarlet fever but is improving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMason writes sending some tobacco seeds of a truly fine quality for his\n\"hooka.\" Gives instructions on how to plant the seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHollin Hall to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, mentions Jane C. Washington. Also discusses a\nwoman who wronged him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, mentioning a visit by Dr. Mason.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWith a list of slaves in pencil on verso in John Augustine's hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTurner writes about an upcoming visit and wants to know about arrangements for a bond. The letter was carried by \"Joe,\" likely an enslaved man.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Benjamin W. Leigh to John Augustine Washington III inviting him to dine at a boarding house with 'our mess, Mr. Mangum, Mr. Black, Mr. Garland'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAunt CB writes to John Augustine Washington updating him about several family members and friends who have died or are ill. Hannah Lee Alexander laments the death of her daughter, Polly, and several other family members. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about family finances and sends a check for $100. She also updates John on the death of a family friend. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter on Shenandoah Valley Rail Road stationary, recommending Lawrence Washington for a railroad project in Texas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of $25 from George Light.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a list of revolutionary bills and asks if Washington would like to purchase them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets sale of four Gibraltar engravings and hopes he can convince the Ladies to raise the money to keep them at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHurst writes recommending Lawrence Washington for a position in the Department of State. Washington has recently helped Hurst acquire some very valuable manuscripts and \"is possessed of much skill and knowledge in regard to the relative value of historical documents.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley discuss the return of Washington's son, Augustine, from Europe, as well as the price of the \"Middleton\" autograph George Washington letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDorsey wishes to sell some china from the Willis family – particularly a plate that belonged to Princess Murat, great-niece of General Washington and, by marriage, of Napoleon Bonaparte.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDandridge wants to sell the Braddock Sash, which she says is in a very good state of preservation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDandridge writes that she still wants to sell the Braddock Sash and has contacted the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, the Colonial Dames, and the Society of Colonial Wars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStone, librarian at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, writes that he is unable to purchase the Braddock sash or make an offer for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDorsey wants Washington to examine a painting and other relics at the home of Captain and Mrs. Willis near Front Royal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about two Washington surveys in his possession and discusses the sale of other manuscripts. He asks Washington if he has any books from George Washington's library bearing his signature and bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWriting from the Library of the Boston Athenaeum, Lane requests a description of Washington's copy of Brown's Bible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLane thanks Washington for his description of George Washington's copy of Brown's Bible. He also mentions Washington's copy of the \"Young man's companion,\" which was said to have been given to General Grant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes that he has received a volume from Bushrod Washington's library entitled \"The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte\" from the Bishop. The Bishop would like to purchase a book from George Washington's library, as well as another Washington manuscript. Bradley suggests Washington try to sell him Bushrod Washington and Lawrence's Lewis's ledger as executors of Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites criticizing the librarian Mrs. Dawson, saying that, although there are rare works under her care, she never knows their value. Dawson has been sending bookplates to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Dawson, librarian of the Charleston Library, writes sending bookplates and continental bills.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSalley is sending three historic bookplates for Washington to examine and hopefully purchase.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the provenance of the bookplates he sent, which he believes are American.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePage writes that he does not feel the \"journal\" is as valuable or interesting as he had hoped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript letter with autograph note in the hand of Lawrence Washington on behalf of the Christ Church Musical Committee. A letter informing Miss Stuart that there have been complaints about the music at church and her salary will be reduced.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript letter signed from Lawrence to his sister, regarding the Vestry's handling of complaints about the music at church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about purchasing property owned by Lawrence, with a sketch of the land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft letter from Lawrence Washington to Mrs. James Blaisdell regarding the return of two books stolen from his home, Audley, during the Civil War: an edition of Aesop's Fables, and a copy book used by George Washington when he was a child. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGunther is sending a $25 check for the purchase of 4 books: Maid of the Doe, Memoirs of Lafayette, Religion of Nature, and Smith's History.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Washington's discovery of a Robert Beverley bookplate and wishes to use his letter in the Ex Libris Journal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerry writes that he does not wish to purchase the Joseph Miller plate at the price mentioned but is interested in making a new offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing the bookplate of Abraham Lott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about the sale of manuscripts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeabrook acknowledges the receipt of a check from Washington. He discusses book prices and writes that several descendants of William Washington are now living in Charleston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript draft with autograph corrections, regarding the senator's opposition to Senate Bill 1238 for the relief of the estate of General Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding the genealogy of the Winn family and the bookplate of Rev. Richard Winn that Washington had in his possession.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding a bookplate belonging to Rev. Richard Winn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Letter about the Washington sword purchased by the New York State Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam discusses an article he is writing about the swords of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFive typescript copies of a letter sent by Lawrence to William regarding the history of the Washington sword he sold to Mr. William F. Havemeyer, which was later presented to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam writes about a statement he had requested regarding the authenticity of Washington's sword. He has just read Paul Wilstach's book on Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCampbell writes about the authenticity of Washington's Frederick the Great sword, which Professor Van Tyne of the University of Michigan has \"absolutely no confidence in.\" She also discusses conflicting opinions about a portrait of Mary Ball Washington by Robert Edge Pine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarter writes that it had always been her impression that the Washington silver and sword were sent to her father at Kinlock and concealed in the pigeon house during the war, after which they were returned to the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall has an \"old fashioned brass fender\" bought by his uncle, Lewis Marshall, at the sale at Waveland of John Augustine Washington III's estate. The fender is believed to come from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about dueling pistols that once belonged to Col. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter unsigned. An incomplete and undated letter written by Lawrence to his wife, Fannie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUntitled manuscript by Lawrence Lewis concerning his defence of the Confederacy and his father, John Augustine Washington III. Lewis responds to an argument that there hadn't been instances of Northern writers criticizing the South prior to 1860. He lists several authors including Frederick Law Olmstead. Autograph document, 7 numbered pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page of notes in the hand of Lawrence Washington, regarding the return of books stolen by Major Osborne from Waveland during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document in the hand of Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Tape repairs, with some text loss. Smith writes to ask why one hogshead of tobacco made by George Washington was refused. Washington's waggoner informed him that the head was somewhat damaged being prized out of the door.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Corbin Washington to G.R.L. Tuberville concerning his recent travels and arrival at Haywood. Gives a list of items that a man named Charles is carrying in his saddlebag on the journey, inlcuding pin-cushions and petticoats. Discusses getting building supplies such as wood and shingles at Fairfax. He expects a good corn harvest. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel (torn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSt. Clair, Staunton, to Mrs. Frances Hubbard, Williamsburg. Letter addressed to \"My dear dear Mama.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page of accounts, with a letter from Samuel B. Gordon to Robert Beverley dated 1799 October 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Rose, Montrose, to William Augustine Washington, Haywood. Writes about a jury's unfavorable judgment in the case of a bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Law to Thomas Swann asking him to pay $76.95 to Charles L. Francisco. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Law to John Lloyd concerning a bank draft on Thomas Swann in favor of Mr. Charles Francisco. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Charles Calvert Stuart to John Augustine Washington, which contains a forwarded letter to Washington from Edward C. Marshall on the same bifolium sheet. Stuart discusses his plans to send around 20 enslaved people from his household from Louisa to a sugar plantation in Louisiana. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eStuart's letter includes a letter directed to him and and intended for Washington from Edward C. Marshall, Oak Hill, Fauquier County, VA, concerning Lewis' possible interest in purchasing Warner Hall. Includes calculations from potential price per acre. Autograph letter signed 2 pages. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her daughter, Anna Maria Washington, informing her that she will be away until after Christmas and instructing her to give the servants meat and lard before the holiday. Follows with discussions about various family members. Autograph letter signed, three pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Bowyer, Thorn Hill, to Miss Frances Griggs, Charlestown. Sends greetings to many acquaintances and relations. Has been taking music lessons in the winter. Asks when they are coming to see them and for information on various relations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCaleb Russell, Quantico Factory, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Russell writes that he had sent some of the wool, at the direction of the overseer, received last summer to a factory in Fredericksburg to be made into fine cloth, as he is unable to do that. Since then he has heard nothing about it, despite writing to them several times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the death of Louisa. Writes that Mr. Alexander will bring the corn crop up soon. Gives news of various acquaintances.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Mason, Hollin Hall, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eF. F. Lee, Washington City, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Lee writes that she will visit Mount Vernon for a few days with Mary and Rosa.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBella Jones Adams, Philadelphia, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Writes that the memorandum tablet was sent by Martha, not her. She didn't send the butter cooler due to fearing for its condition. She wants Jane to visit during the summer and asks after her crops. Penciled note indicates a receipt on the document was clipped. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked Philadelphia Jun 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Henry T. Harrison to General George Rust, writing on behalf of John Augustine Washington III. Concerning Elizabeth Selden and her desire to sell her annuity to Washington. Auotgraph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspect Hill to Mount Vernon. Hannah writes of family news and says that things have been gloomy at Blakeley since Jane left. She is happy to hear about the birth of a daughter to Nelly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Ann Maury to her distant cousin, Eleanor Love Selden Washington. This is a letter of introduction, in which she presents her neighbor in New York, Charles W. Foster, who wishes to visit Mount Vernon. She claims that Foster is 'making a pilgrimage to that spot which must always have uncommon interest in the eyes of every true American, associated as it is with the memory of the truly great and good man whose name you bear'. A note on the envelope indicates this was hand-delivered by Foster to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with envelope with partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Elizabeth Selden to Eleanor Love Selden Washington, concerning her financial hardships. She discusses two enslaved people, a man named John and a woman named Caroline. She discusses various family members. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Reminds board that the canal company has no rights to his property known as Selden's Lot. Also requests the completion of a bridge across the canal and that they complete gravelling the road on the eastern embankment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore. A letter regarding a shipment of guano to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon. Law recommends repacking the original bags from the Pacific into casks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspect Hill to Mount Vernon. Describes a table setting for a wedding. Kate's wedding has been broken off, and Hannah is glad about it. Really wants to see them. Description of drought and crops. Discusses health of various relatives and acquaintances.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore to Mount Vernon. Lloyd tells Nelly to take a train when she visits, as she and the children will be more comfortable. Gives news of various family members.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, one from M.F. Lippitt and one from M.B. Lippitt, on one folded sheet. Both concern news about various family members and pending travel plans. Autograph letters signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHollin Hall. Encloses a letter from John Augustine Washington III, which he wants shown to the Committee of Propositions and Grievances of the House of Delegates. Refers to a petition alleging mercenary motives in annexing part of Fairfax County to Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about exchanging and reissuing stock certificates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNorfolk to Berryville. Letter about purchasing a tract of land in Nansemond County that Lewis is one of the heirs to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBogglesville. Reports that Nansemond land is most likely worthless, as the timber has all been cut, and many people claim parts of it as it adjoins their land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore to Mount Vernon. Lloyd writes that she will send Louisa's bonnet. Shares news about Fanny Lee and Hannah Stuart. Has made a beautiful purse for Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Requests Lee accompany Cazenove to the city, along with Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Judith wishes to hear from Nelly. Very hot, dry weather, affecting the corn crop and grass. No cholera yet. Only one baby on their property. Sends greetings to many people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed \"Mother,\" about a trip to Baltimore where she was robbed at the depot of her purse. She is sending two dresses and hopes Charlotte is doing well at school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexandria. Letter about the purchase of lumber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Judith writes that she enjoyed her visit to Mount Vernon and the family. Looks often at the daguerreotype. Recommends they go to Jefferson. Continues on 12 July: Met Mrs. Payne and is raising money for her to go to the springs for her health. Gives news about various people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring Bank. Letter from Thomas L. Ellzen to George Mason with a copy of Mason's reply on the inner fold. Concerns new road passing through their lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnapolis. Bacon writes that the Charles County delegation does not want anyone to induce the Virginia Legislature to pass a similar law to the Maryland one. Recommends appealing directly to the Virginia Legislature without involving the General Assembly of Maryland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. Judith writes that she heard that Nelly was \"pale and not strong.\" Gives accounts of other people's health and her own. Dr. Stewart's daughters will try to visit Nelly at Mount Vernon so they can see it \"with family there.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding the delivery of deeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoyden writes to recommend his daughter as a governess, in response to an advertisement in the Southern Churchman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mrs. Julian (Eleanor Love Selden Washington) Howard, by right of her descent from Richard Bennett who was governor of Virginia from 1652-1655.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter addressed to \"My dear Uncle,\" announcing the death of Fanny's mother and giving an account of her final illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing a coat of arms for the Willis and Rich families found under the floor of a church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter sending two India prints from the photogravures made from the portrait of Lawrence Washington, which Washington allowed them to photograph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA descendant of Mary Ball writes to see how she can claim money to be paid to the heirs of General Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses funeral costs and money being raised for the church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding property owned by Samuel W. Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. Morrison responds from the Library of Congress to Dodge's inquiry about the relationship between Lund Washington and George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript letters to and from various art museums and libraries seeking information on the portrait of Lawrence Washington in his mother's possession, as well as letter regarding the appraisal, potential sale, and exhibition of the portrait.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence about the loan of 7 manuscript and print music books formerly owned by Ann Washington, wife of Bushrod Washington, to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from the Director of Research at the Henry E. Huntington Library and Art Gallery regarding the letters of Robert E. Lee, \"To Markie.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters concerning the sale of the Charles Town Water Works.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript letters to and from Regent Harriet C. Towner, Julian Howard Washington, and Patty W. Washington concerning the termination of Julian's employment at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHook is interested in purchasing any books or manuscripts that Miss Washington has dated prior to 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding a set of William and Mary College Quarterly that belonged to Anne's father, Lawrence Washington. With Mrs. Adams's reply of the same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from James Lewis Hook to Miss Washington concerning interest in buying books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a typescript of a Bushrod Washington letter recently acquired by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter about family heirlooms addressed to Betty, with the reply.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters about replacing the frames for the Brooks map and Sampson Derrel deed which were lost or misplaced by the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCaldwell writes that she found some old stock certificates in the Goshen Land and Investment Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter from the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association regarding the death of Anne's mother and the opening of the Centennial exhibit at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter and loan agreement with the Robert E. Lee Memorial Foundation at Stratford Hall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter requesting a photostatic copy of the will of John Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies. Letter offering for sale manuscripts and books from the library of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter thanking Anne for the paintings she lent to a recent exhibition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding the sale of Washington family relics to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to the Regent discussing the potential sale of Washington family relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter declining the purchase of books that belonged to Bushrod Washington but were not part of Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding the recent purchase of two Bushrod Washington letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and check from the sale of a miniature of Burwell Bassett by Charles Willson Peale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a miniature of Col. Burwell Bassett by C. W. Peale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about the Virginia Magazine of History and Biography.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from the National Trust for Historic Preservation about the gift of one volume of Samuel Ireland's \"Picturesque Views on the Upper or Warwickshire Avon,\" inscribed by Eleanor Parke Lewis to her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter about a book titled \"The Philosophy of the Moral Feelings\" from the library of John Augustine Washington III that was recently brought to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter enclosing a carbon copy of Patty's will as well as a carbon copy of a legal memorandum regarding Washington family correspondence stipulated in the will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters and documents related to the sale and gift of Washington family documents and artifacts to the Masonic Memorial in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning the Daniel Webster Papers Project.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter enclosing a copy of her second codicil, bequeathing her personal property to her nephew, Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses various relatives' health. Talks about visiting friends. Discusses flowers and birds – mockingbirds are keeping her awake at night.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLloyd writes that she wants to visit, but Nelly need not trouble herself about her. \"I am entirely ready with my little things.\" The new stove is giving them nicer bread than before.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. William writes to his mother that he is attending the Whig Convention with his brother Richard. The Potomac is frozen over, so they will take the nearest road across the country to Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Mount Vernon. She will delay her visit to Mount Vernon until they return from Jefferson. Hopes the children and Clara can stay with her until their return.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document. A poem on death, with text loss.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document. A poem written on the death of a young daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter to Nelly from her sister about purchasing clothes for Lawrence and the children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document. In fragile condition, with some text loss.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMason requests a value for a property described in detail. Wants to know\nwhat rent it would bring and about insurance, whether it is fireproof, and what the taxes are.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding the shipment of two boxes of books, with shipping note and 6-page typescript list of the books titled 'Miscellaneous Collection of Books'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding Fannie's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Richard Henderson to John Bailey concerning an impending court proceeding and the need to receive certain paperwork in order to file on time. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecipient unknown. \"A true copy from the Bond in Richmond City office.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch of Christ Church in Alexandria, with remarks about the grounds and exact descriptions of the boundaries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed John A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $20 that John Augustine Washington II paid for the making of a court bench.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for the shipment of 17 bags of Peruvian guano from Baltimore. With a letter from Samuel K. George to John Augustine dated 1 March 1845, stating that the guano was shipped on the steamboat Columbia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 invoices for blacksmith services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement appointing James Guy as arbitrator in a \"cause of difference\" regarding a bridge afloat in the Potomac. Awards $135 to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, bill and receipt from Gustavus Lesur to John Augustine Washington III for $696.60 for the building of a servant's house. Docket indicates the building was erected at Waveland. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor sale of ¼ part of a share in the Dismal Swamp Company for $3000. Notarized by Charles Sharp. With two receipts from Peter B. Prentis, Clerk of Nansemond County, to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the purchase of household goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt written to John Augustine Washington III by Judith B. Alexander for the sum of $40.75 Washington paid to her as an annuity from the estate of his father, John Augustine Washington II. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor sale of Dismal Swamp Land Co. stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGranting the use of the Shenandoah Valley Railroad switch at Blakeley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript and signed will, with carbon copy draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the collection of books in Carter Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarbon copy of the last will and testament of Anne M. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch showing arrangement of pews in Christ Church in Alexandria, with the annual pew rent of each indicated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 leaves of survey notes in different hands\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument suggesting amendments to a legal compromise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten and typescript copies of genealogical notes about the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript document entitled \"A list of officers of the army and navy, who have received lands from Virginia for Revolutionary services.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 typescript copies. An act providing for the erection of a monument to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript letter by \"A Friend and Admirer of the Late Mr. Lawrence Washington,\" speaking against the government's unfair treatment of Lawrence Washington's widow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy. A bill to incorporate the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union, and to authorize the purchase of a part of Mount Vernon place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClipped article about a Mr. Joseph I. Keefer who received a letter about a volume of Shakespeare signed by Washington. The book was purportedly stolen from the house of John Augustine Washington by the 8th Illinois Calvary during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 typescript copies of an article from the Winchester, Va. Historical Magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo reimburse the estate of General George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of Bill 3137 concerning the reimbursement of General George Washington's estate for lands in Ohio lost by conflciting grants made under U.S. authority. Typescript document, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript blurb by Kate Brownlee Sherwood with manuscript corrections. A review of the book Washington, the Man and the Mason, by Charles A. Callahan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to a commemoration of the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the notification by Charles Thomson Secretary of the Continental Congress of the election of George Washington as first President of the United States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document in very fragile condition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 envelopes, 1 docketed \"copies of power of attorney \u0026amp; bonds sent to Chicago.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaken by C. M. Bell of Washington, D.C. With genealogical notes on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo photograph copies of a painting of Louis XVI. 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The bulk of the correspondence series are letters sent to John Augustine Washington III and concern family affairs and the management of various family plantations, including Mount Vernon.","John Augustine Washington III tells his mother, Jane C. Washington, about a head injury he recently sustained via one of his classmates. He states that \"I do not think he did it intentionally. The name of the boy I do not know and if I did I would have no right to say.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter to John Augustine Washington III from his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his mother, Jane C. Washington. Richard reports back to John about farm affairs and mentions several enslaved people: Henry, Humphrey, Meredith, and Anthony. He reports that Henry and Humphrey have harrowed fields and that Meredith and Anthony have plowed 140 acres for wheat. Jane briefly mentions farm affairs, inquires about John's education at The University of Virginia, and reminds him to read his Bible every day. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about farm affairs, including the planting of wheat, rye, and oats, the arrival of guests at her home, Blakely, and critiques his spelling from previous letters. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington about her journey home from visiting her daughter and his sister, Anna Maria Washington Alexander, and John's boarding situation at the University of Virginia. She also discusses affairs on the farms at Mount Vernon, mentioning two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, and whether or not they should stay at Mount Vernon or return to Blakely with her. Letter also includes a discussion about a man named Sambo. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, urging him to write back to her as soon as possible, confirming that he received the money he requested from her, as she had not heard from him in five weeks. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter to John Augustine Washington III from his classmate at the University of Virginia, John B. Tabb about an incident in which Tabb suspected a Mr. Gibbosn of an unknown crime and his recent interactions with Mr. Gibbons. He also discusses his health and when he will be able to return to the University. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, and discusses her faith following the death of several friends and family and updates John on his family including his mother, Jane C. Washington, his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his sister, Anna Maria Blackburn Alexander. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","J. Tabb writes to John Augustine Washington III and William Brokenborough requesting a meeting with them regarding his son, John B. Tabb, a classmate of theirs at The University of Virginia. 2 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the death of Polly, Hannah Lee Alexander's daughter, from scarlet fever. She also recounts other family members who currently had the disease and those who have since recovered. She talks briefly of the arrival of spring and the flowers blooming at her home, Caledon. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Letter in which Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, with updates on deaths and illnesses in the family due to scarlett fever. She updates John on the farm, including that many of their sheep have died. She urges John to write to her more frequently. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about his poor health and whether he should continue school at The University of Virginia, or if he should return home. She also updates John on farm affairs and her recent visits with family and friends. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III while he is attending the University of Virginia. Concerning family news, including the recent death of Louisa. She discusses the gardens at her estate at Caledon and the affairs of various neighbors. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and partial seal.","Jane C. Washington discusses her son, John Augustine Washington III's, boarding situation at The University of Virginia, her recent visits with friends and family, and farm affairs. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","George William Washington writes to his cousin, John Augustine Washington III, asking for a loan of $20, in which he plans to \"refund in the course of a very short while.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, and updates him on many friends and family members' health. She mentions that Hannah Lee Alexander was very sick and went to stay at Blakely with John's mother, Jane C. Washington. Judith writes that she is pleased John has been riding horses everyday and his improved health because of it. Autograph letter, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, announcing the birth of Anna Maria Washington Alexander's son, John Augustine Washington IV. She also discusses affairs of the farm, inlcuding livestock sales and planting of rye and wheat. She mentions her visit to Audley, Nelly Custis Lewis' home, and the recent death of Lewis' daughter, Mary Eliza Angela Conrad. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, announcing the birth of sons to both his cousin, Hannah Lee Alexander, and his sister, Anna Maria Washington Alexander. She updates John on the good health of family members. Autograph letter, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, and sends updates on Anna Maria Washington Alexander's newborn son, John Augustine Washington IV. She discusses John's boarding situation at the University of Virginia, with the Merriweather family, and is pleased that he has been accompanying them to church. She discusses farm affairs, including the sale of roughly 1,000-1,200 bales of wheat. She urges John to write to his brother, Richard Washington. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith writes to her nephew Augustine encouraging him to remain at the University of Virginia instead of going to Washington to work.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about Bushrod Washington Herbert's plans for the law books he inherited from Bushrod Corbin Washington. She also discusses her other son and John's brother, Richard Washington, and his education, discusses her recent visitors at her home, Blakely, and shares updates from the farm. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Meriwether writes to John Augustine Washington III about the sale of one of Washington's mares, and says that he will send the payment, $74, at the \"first safe opportunity.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","John G. Miller writes to John Augustine Washington III and recounts a story of a classmate of theirs, Mr. Bankhead, who ran away with a woman, Miss Garth, to get married without her father's permission. He says that they have not been seen since the night they left, and tells John to look out for them in Washington D.C. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about his improving health and his recent dangerous encounter with a horse that nearly killed him. She briefly mentions politics, including the \"triumph of the Whips in New York and Pennsylvania\" and that the outcomes of the Virginia elections are still unknown. She discusses the state of the farm, mentioning that the harvests of wheat and oats are less than desired. She quotes several sections of Bushrod Corbin Washington's will, which John had previously requested in a separate letter, regarding the fate of his law books following his passing. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about the murder of one of his professors, Dr. Davis, at The Univeristy of Virginia by one of his classmates. She also discusses money sent from Bushrod Washington and herself to John, and guests at her home, Blakely. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington discusses John Augstine Washington III's health, including him \"suffering from weak eyes,\" and asks about his intentions regarding his degree from the University of Virginia. She also recounts her troubles with a broken carriage and waiting for a new one, and shares updates from the farm. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Johnson writes to John Augustine Washington III about local politics of Louisa, Virginia. He also provides personal updates, including his current studies, his upcoming trips, and correspondence with mutual acquaintances from the University of Virginia. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Judith B. Alexander, Caledon, to John Augustine Washington III. Judith writes that she is suffering from melancholy and writes of religious matters. She also writes, \"I observed with pleasure you have forbidden the intrusion of stages and omnibuses.\" She asks that she be fondly remembered to Aunt Jenny, \"my poor old Joe Mitchum,\" Phil, West, Eliza, and Sarah.","To Mount Vernon. William writes that he wants Augustine to have Cary ready at Miss Mandeville's to be brought home. Jane C. Washington is with the Alexanders.","Hannah Lee Washington Alexander, Prospect Hill, to John Augustine Washington III, Mount Vernon. Hannah wishes Augustine a happy 21st birthday. Urges religious faith to gain lasting happiness. Gives family news.","Caledon to Mount Vernon. Letter about harvest, wheat crops, debt, and difficulties. Judith hopes to visit Augustine at Mount Vernon and urges him to have faith.","Judith writes that she is unable to attend his wedding to Nelly but her husband will come. She has heard great things about Nelly. Long discussion of William Alexander and his difficulties. Talks about her love of flowers and pleasure at the improvement of the garden and greenhouse at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning family matters such as the recent death of Mr. Selden and a discussion about whether Washington should assume administration over the estate. An enslaved woman named Julia is sick. Includes her hope that West Ford will mail this letter today from Mount Vernon, with a postscript message from Ford to Washington about recovering a loan. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning Washington declining to take certain loans and his involvement in various chancery suits. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from David Gulick to John Augustine Washington III, informing him that it is useless to plough a certain tract of land as it is about to be sold. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to Elizabeth Selden concerning a partial tenancy at Exeter plantation, property of the Selden family. Washington gives her advice concerning finances and the tenant agreement. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from Henry T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III, advising him about the rental of Exeter plantation, the property of the Selden family. He informs Washington that the enslaved people at Exeter are going to be appraised and sold, if Washington is interested in buying. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Letter from William F. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III. He councils that Mr. Dangerfield has offered Washington a fair price for his land, asks for advice about selling off his own land, and discusses crop yields. He also refers to an enslaved man named Tom. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Autograph letter signed. Retained copy. Mount Vernon to Exeter. Augustine writes about corn crops in Exeter.","Letter from Catherine B. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning a loan of money. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Catherine B. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning a loan of money and a delayed payment from Mr. Hammond. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Chitton Hill. Letter about the sale of lime.","Mr. Burns will release Washington from his contract. Mr. Roper is interested in purchasing the farm. Congratulates him on the birth of his daughter and wishes him \"good luck to have a dozzen.\" Discusses the new set of six sheriffs elected and crops.","Autograph letter signed. Retained copy. Mount Vernon. About the delivery of lime to Mount Vernon.","Letter from Robert Adams to John Augustine Washington III concerning the purchase of fire insurance for Mount Vernon, with quotes from various companies about the premiums and tenures of policies. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Bellwood to Mount Vernon. Johnson wants to know whether Augustine wants to rent Mt. Zephyr farm for another year. Says it \"is very much out of order and in a rough and uncultivated state,\" so he will rent it on moderate terms. Extols his congregations every Sunday for their intelligence. Requests Augustine to remind two people that they owe him money, which will be put in the hands of a collection officer if he is not paid.","Letter from the lumber firm, Green and Pascoe, to John Augustine Washington III informing him  that the ten-inch square locust posts he ordered could not be obtained in their market. They suggest that they could cut something similar out of Florida cedar. They're sending the balance of the hemlock ordered by boat with this letter. On the reverse is a letter from Sandford Gulick to John Augustine Washington III, dated September 6, 1844, explaining that the aforementioned shipment of lumber that accompanied this letter was not complete. Autograph letters signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","White Marsh. Asks when Augustine will visit in the fall and provides directions.","Letter from Elizabeth Selden to John Augustine Washington III concerning enslaved people at Exeter, the Selden familial home which she is leaving due to financial hardship. She speaks specifically about an enslaved man named John and an enslaved woman named Caroline. She proposes to rent John and Caroline and asks whether Washington would be willing to keep them on the estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from Elizabeth Selden to John Augustine Washington III concerning the enslaved population at her home, Exeter. She discusses four specific people, three men and a woman: John, Billy, Jim, and Aunt Jenny. For $200 she has retained them for her lifetime, after which they will belong to Washington. She complains about their various health and age-related issues as well as their unhappiness about being separated from their families to go with Selden when she leaves Exeter. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Baltimore to Alexandria. Letter requesting payment of $90.20 for delivery of lime.","Letter from William Fowle, President of the Alexandria Canal Company, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that arbitrators of their land dispute have rendered a decision regarding ownership in favor of the company. He assures Washington that, once titles to the formerly disputed property are completed, they will build a bridge at his request. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Baltimore. Letter acknowledging the receipt of a check for ninety dollars.","Waverly. Received the check on the Valley Bank of Charlestown and submitted it. Will be happy to aid in future business transactions.","From Baltimore.","Tabb writes Augustine giving him directions to his residence.","To Mount Vernon. Mason writes seeking support for establishing a church in Gum Springs so\nthey do not need to go all the way into Alexandria for services at Christ\nChurch.","Baltimore. Letter about shipping 6 tons of guano to Mount Vernon aboard the steamboat Columbia.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning current events, including John Janney's illness and a chancery suit. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from William Fontaine Alexander to John Augustine Washington III in which he asks for advice about an offer he has for ground rent. He mentions the death of a neighbor, Charles Asquith, and also states 'poor old Mingo died yesterday afternoon'. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Letter from David Gulick to John Augustine Washington III informing him that Mr. Smart's boat from Leesburg, Va, will be in Alexandria the following week with 304 bushels of wheat and 315 bushels of oats for Washington. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from George Mason to his neighbor, John Augustine Washington III, concerning his disapproval of the current constable. He references some theft or rebellion amongst the enslaved people of the local area and claims, 'for our mutual safety, and a determination to root out these white wolves, we could soon clear the neighborhood'. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Alexandria to Mount Vernon. Turner writes that she is unable to visit because of illness.","Blakely to Mount Vernon. Richard writes that he is unable to hire an overseer as wages are now so high. He says Augustine can keep Fanny for \"what ever she is worth\" if she can be of service.","Letter from Dr. William F. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III requesting that he settle some business for him due to his inability to travel to Alexandria himself. He references Washington's purchase of an enslaved man named Alfred and asks whether Washington would be interested in buying an enslaved man named John and his five youngest children. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","William writes that Mr. Roddy wanted to be paid for digging his well, but he had not fulfilled the contract, which was to go ten feet deeper. William will not pay him until he hears from Washington.","To Mount Vernon. William writes that he went to inspect the well. Washington's Uncle Bushrod is uncertain whether it will answer his purposes. Mr. Roddy did not penetrate further than five feet as he felt it would do no good to go further and cause needless expenses. Will dig another well if necessary under a new contract. William is not in need of Augustine's help to obtain a loan.","Letter from Burr W. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III concerning the Circuit Court case of Harrison v. Gibson and the associated costs and fees. Washington owes $805.87 and Harrison requests that he remit the amount promptly either to him or a specified bank. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter from Mr. Brownell and wants his advice as to how to deal with it. Is worried about his debts and interest payments.","Baltimore. Letter of congratulations on the birth of a child. Eliza is unwell but nothing serious. Reports news of the Mexican conflict.","William purchased a house in Charlestown, depending upon the Brownell's bonds to pay for it. Brownell is insolvent. Describes various crops.","Letter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III informing him that funds for the sale of the Selden property are now available to Washington. Harrison gives instruction on signing and submitting the property deed to the purchaser, a man named Hammerly. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","William writes that James Roper is anxious to purchase Mr. Burns's land.","Fairfax Court House. Requests his attendance as a magistrate at November Court, at which an election will take place for clerk. Mr. Ball desired his support in his effort to be reappointed.","To Mount Vernon. William writes that Mr. Burnett will manufacture \"Gattling's Drilling\nMachine\" for $100.","Letter about the sale of farms.","Letter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he encloses a check (not identified) for $72 from a man named Hammerly on account of the Henderson bonds. More payments will follow, with the delay due to Hammerly's ill health. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Matthew E. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding a payment of $30 he has received from Hammerly on account of the Henderson debt. Harrison will deposit the money to Washington's credit. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Henry T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved woman named Julia. Harrison rented her from Washington and states that there is an additional cost due to a medical account for Julia with Dr. Lee. Includes a discussion about the Selden estate. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from George Mason to his neighbor, John Augustine Washington III, concerning politics in Alexandria and upcoming elections. He asks Washington to keep a lookout for a pair of geese he believes have been stolen by enslaved people and sold to the Quaker community at Woodlawn. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel.","Letter from James L. McKenad to John Augustine Washington III concerning their recent meeting in the Superior Court and their association in early life. McKenad is accepting Washington's invitation to visit Mount Vernon soon. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","William asks Augustine to aid him in obtaining a loan of $900 by\nendorsing some bonds. He hopes for a good harvest this year.","Letter from Burr W. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III requesting that Washington or his overseer at Mount Vernon send back two rams. Harrison will settle the cost for them at a later time. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","He has canceled his note and encloses it. Had been in attendance on Mrs.\nB.C. Washington in her illness to the neglect of everything else.","Bentroglio. Discusses sale of Nansemond land. Needs to hear from all the heirs of General Washington, Col. Fielding Lewis, and Dr. Thomas Walker. Feels the value has increased due to the railroad being nearby.","Letter from George Washington Bassett to John Augustine Washington III concerning questions about the estate of George Washington and the executors. Bassett is acting as the executor for the estate of Captain Lewis and, in this role, asks for information about the failure of the Washington executors to collect the debts of a man named Ashton. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Bentroglio. Page writes with information about the Nansemond land. Much of the timber has been pillaged, and he suggests negotiating a private sale.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Discussion of Nansemond land. Says there will be great difficulty in establishing its lines as only one tree is left from the original plat. Additionally all the timber has long since been cut and much of the land is claimed by others. Wants to know what price in cash he would take for it.","Judith writes asking for news of Augustine and his family. She recommends the book \"Mount of Olives\" and writes of family news. Charles is leaving to join a company in California.","Warwick to Mount Vernon. Lippitt hopes Augustine can assist Dr. Alexander in recommending Lippitt for a job. Repaired with tape, with partial loss of text.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son, John Augustine Washington III, concerning local and family matters. She discusses her son Richard's bad luck with health and money issues. She is concerned about Mount Vernon and the fate of the estate following her death, including whether it will be sold to the U.S. government. She inquires about the plans and progress of the monument for John Augustine Washington II at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and partial wax seal.","Sends an account of sales of Washington's wheat. Reports on James\nRanson's purchase of a farm and Rutherford's plans.","Judith writes that she heard from Hannah that Augustine received some injury with a plough.","To Mount Vernon. Talks about the great comfort of religion. Discusses Mr. Smith who became a Christian and abandoned his law practice. Also mentions Mr. Merrick of Charles County who sells lime.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he thanks Washington for facilitating the sale of an enslaved man named Henry. He discusses the signed bond and two named parties, Eli Gray and a man named Otterback. Harrison dicusses his new tenant, Ball, at Dry Hollow Farm. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Baltimore. Receipt for a shipment of bone that left from Harper's Ferry.","Letter from H. T. Harrison to John Augustine Washington III in which he asks Washington to purchase building materials in Alexandria, VA, on his behalf in order for Harrison to repair a corn house and granary. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning the derafting of a petition to present at the Virginia House of Delegates. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","R. L. Blackburn discusses the enslaved people at his estate, Spring Grove, and his plans to sell specific people, including a 16-year-old boy. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Richard Blackburn Washington to his brother, John Augustine Washington III, concerning an impending delivery of wheat and the ill health of their mother, Jane C. Washington. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Explains difficulty with the north boundary of his 30-acre lot. Includes plat sketch.","Richmond. Giles writes that he will shortly be on his way to Mount Vernon and will get a conveyance from Alexandria They will arrive about dark on Wednesday evening.","Detroit to Mount Vernon. Wilcox writes sending a box of game and fish and thanking Augustine for his hospitality. \"It was not enough that the hallowed association of Mount Vernon should have made my brief visit there a thing never to be forgotten, but by a singular good fortune the impression and happiness of that visit were rendered more indelible by the kind attentions of your land and yourself.\"","Senate chamber. Thomas writes that he has made the governor aware of the action of the state of Maryland, and he promises to consult the Attorney General for advice.","Letter from Thomas B. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning an upcoming visit and family news. Includes a dicsussion about the death of an enslaved woman named Rose, the illness of an enslaved woman named Martha, and reference to illness amongst the enslaved population at Blakeley, Walnut Farm, and Richwoods. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Hollin Hall to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he has nominated several men to be justices for their\ndistrict. He has been urged to become a candidate but has uniformly\nrefused.","Letter from William Easby, the Commissioner of Public Buildings, to John Augustine Washington III inquiring when he can send for bridge timber from Mount Vernon. Washington will be paid upon retrieval. Autograph letter signed, 1 page","Waverly. Encloses partial payment of a debt and requests Augustine to send it on for him. Hopes to get balance shortly.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning Stuart's wheat crop. He discusses the crop and health and tells Washington he will start threshing this week and can sell him 250 bushels. He offers to assist Washington in purchasing cattle and discusses livestock prices. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from Sholto Tuberville Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning farm management and the price of wheat. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from Matthew Harrison to John Augustine Washington III regarding a payment to Washington of $1,109.71 from General Rush in reference to 'the Hammerly matter'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Bushwood. Plowden writes planning a meeting with other legislators to prepare for passage of a law to protect from gill netters. He requests that Augustine come to Washington to address them on the matter.","Annapolis. Plowden writes that the bill to ban gilling nets will not be brought up in the Maryland Legislature, mostly due to people from Charles and Prince Georges counties.","To Mount Vernon. Tillman is concerned about the use of gilling nets on the Potomac River, which are against the law. Wants to hire someone to cruise up and down the river to take them up during the fishing season.","William thanks Augustine for offering to put up shad for Mr. Bealls and\nhimself. Jane C. Washington is visiting and detained by the rain and damp\nweather.","Bryan writes that the law from 1845 will most likely stand against the gill netting. He wants to meet with Augustine in Alexandria to discuss fishing.","Letter from Thomas B. Washington to John Augustine Washington III concerning a man named William Lyons and an issue with his free papers. Thomas B. Washington asks JAWIII to assist Lyons, who is traveling to Alexandria, to address an error with the registration of his free papers. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","William thanks Augustine for the shad and writes that Miss Rice will\nprovide \"all that you desire in a Governess for your children.\"","Alexandria. Shinn writes that he is unable to get men for sending the boat out for fishing.","John Prosser Tabb writes to John Augustine Washington III about the sale of Mount Vernon saying, \"I am truly glad that you have a prospect of diposing of Mt. Vernon so advantageously.\" He also tells Washington about multiple properties for sale, ranging from 500-1200 acres and $9,000-$35,000, near him. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Fairfax Court House to Alexandria. Discusses the commissioners appointed to assess damages to the properties of lands through which the Manassas Gap Rail will pass. One property holder is not a freeholder, which poses a problem.","William is grateful for delivery of fish. Wants to visit Mount Vernon so\nthat \"our children should grow up knowing and loving each other.\"\nDiscusses the planting of corn and wheat. Says Cary may visit before his\nreturn to Jefferson.","William writes that he received the fish and paid for the herring but not\nthe shad. Describes corn and wheat crops. Refers to upcoming election for\nthe \"sheriffalty.\"","Alexandria. A letter discussing the qualifications of a Miss Page to be a governess for the Washington family. Dana is not sure of her French abilities. She does not teach drawing.","Wilson Cary Selden Alexander writes to his uncle, John Augustine Washington III, about his invitation spend Christmas at Mount Vernon and updates John on his studies at university. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Eliza writes that she will not send the money \"you hold of mine to California.\" Wishes to consult with him as to investment when she comes to Virginia in May.","To Mount Vernon. Letter regarding a disagreement with Mr. Cawood about using Augustine's hands to finish work for Bryan.","Letter from Rebecca J. Washington to John Augustine Washington III requesting that Washington assume legal guardianship over her little girl. She discusses her financial hardship and shares family updates. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Blakeley. Hannah writes that she has been sick ever since she returned home and is now visiting Aunt Jane. She is very anxious about her boys' improvement and wants to send Jennie to Mrs. Barton in Philadelphia. Asks about the money due her from Hunter.","William writes that Jenny will leave with Richard and go to Philadelphia\nto be with Mrs. Barton. Requests that Washington send the $100 he\nproposed to advance for her.","Hannah writes that Jeannie will be ready soon. It will take some time to get the things she does not have there, including a trunk.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason sends condolences on the death of Jane C. Washington, \"a great\nVirginia lady.\" He was unable to attend funeral due to the illness of his\nwife all summer.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes about proposed improvements to the road, which will lessen\nthe chance of water damage.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III concerning her shipment of various plants to Mount Vernon. There has been a bout of sickness at her home and the loss of several servants has impeded farm operation. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with integral address panel and black wax seal.","Draft letter from John Augustine Washington III to Miss B. Cower, previously a governess to Washington's children. Washington denies Miss Cower's claims that he had disparaged her to a Mr. Willis and refuses to agree to Miss Cower's request that he interview his children about her abilities as an instructress. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Annapolis to Alexandria. Plowden wants to know when the Virginia Legislature will pass a similar law to the one the Maryland Legislature passed in 1854 to stop gill netting. If that does not happen, the Maryland law will be repealed.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes about the Accotink Turnpike having passed through the Senate of Virginia. He will give land for the road without compensation and wants to participate in the survey.","Waverly. Discusses financial matters and debts.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III in which he expresses relief that he can \"correct wrong impressions on the subject of Mount Vernon\" regarding its potential sale. Discusses planting crops and farm management. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","To Mount Vernon. Wanted to visit, but Mr. Alexander would not leave his \"agricultural pursuits.\" Enjoyed a recent visit with friends. Heard a lot of news from Jefferson.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that last winter he enacted a deed of trust for his brother, naming Augustine as trustee without first asking his permission. He needs Augustine to send a note to the county court of Fairfax saying he is willing to serve.","Washington. Letter with advice on titles and lots Augustine is interesting in purchasing.","Letter from Arthur Taylor to John Augustine Washington III concerning his acceptance of an offer of 45 per acre from an unnamed purchaser for Collingwood. He authorizes Washington to sign any documents on his behalf. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","William wishes Augustine to pay his note from the sale of Cousin\nHannah's personal property as she is determined to send Jenny to\nPhiladelphia. He disagrees with this as there is a good female school in\nCharlestown. He had hoped for a visit from Augustine during the summer.","William writes that Jenny will again go to Mrs. Barton and has improved\nvery much. Writes he is not depressed but simply getting old. He wants\nAugustine to visit at least annually. Gives family news. Aunt Christian\nnamed him as her trustee and executor, and she has left all to Willie.","To Mount Vernon. Discusses her sister's death and her life. Her happiness became \"the passion of my soul.\" Tells him she is entitled only to the interest on money from the estate. Tells him if she dies, she wants to be buried by Julia in Jefferson with a simple stone.","Judith writes that she burned Augustine's money order as she had previously been paid by another nephew. Her health is poor.","Indianapolis. Requests payment of $16.59 for repairs made to graveyard at Exeter. Sends best wishes for the family and hopes to see them soon.","To Mount Vernon. Judith writes about Augustine's health. He had the same \"typhoid symptoms\" as Charles. Writes of family news.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning shipments of shad, herring, and wine. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","William writes that he is unable to sell the land at the price desired. The most offered is $30,000. They are enjoying the visit of the children very much.","Encloses articles of agreement for his services and requests a horse for the use of his family to go to church and other errands.","Letter providing an account of the proceeds from Mr. Lucas's bonds.","Walnut Farm. Discusses the payment of $6000 and its being a \"charge against any shares of Mount Vernon that I or my children may have under your Father's will and codicils.\"","Letter from Francis Lightfoot Campbell to John Augustine Washington III seeking Washington's influence to secure a military appointment. He is writing from London and goes on to discuss current events there. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Havre de Grace. Sullivan requests Augustine to petition the Virginia Legislature to pass a similar law to the ones in Maryland from 1854 and 1856, banning gill nets in the Potomac River.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning a shipment of claret wine and his plans for planting tobacco beds. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Richmond. McFarland invites Augustine to the celebration of Washington's birthday on February 22 in Richmond.","Letter discussing legal matters.","Havre de Grace. Encloses copies of the fishing laws passed in 1854 and 1856 in Maryland and requests that Augustine do everything possible to get similar law passed in Virginia.","Havre de Grace. Encloses letter from Thomas M. Bacon and stresses that the only chance of preserving shore fishing is for Virginia to pass a similar law to the one passed in Maryland.","Letter discussing financial matters.","Discusses the possibility of payments from various people. Cary is now a\n\"full fledged 'Doctor Medicine'\" but does not look at all more venerable.\nWilliam assures Augustine that his note in Bank will be paid at maturity.","Spring Bank. Complains about a tenant and the lack of good seed to plant. Will plant\nwhat he has in a few days so he gets at least some crop. Talks about a bill in the legislature about \"scoundrels\" coming on their land to hunt.","William thanks Augustine for two barrels of herrings. He is sorry the fishing season was so \"unfavourable\" and is sorry to hear of Nelly's illness. Hopes the children will visit them soon. Discusses upcoming payments by various women on bonds to him.","William urges Nelly to come stay with them and have her baby there. Intends to buy Dr. Eichelberger's practice for Cary.","Okeley. Writes about providing medical services for Augustine's wife, Eleanor.","Mason writes that their home in Loudon might be of use to Washington and his family, if they are leaving Mount Vernon. She thinks he might become involved in politics and would make an excellent representative in Congress. He might divide the estate into small farms and induce settlers from the North. She invites Louisa to stay with her so she may assist with her studies.","Alexandria. Writes about a mare and colt and gives charges for his services.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning shipments of wine. he advises Washington to view all possible locations before settling on a home following his sale of Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Gives family news and hopes for a visit from the children soon.","William details collection on his bond and the deposit of the proceeds.","William writes that he is sending two Bashear ploughs. He describes the death of Mrs. Turner.","Sends an accounting of the costs associated with the two ploughs sent.","William writes that Jenny will be returning to Mrs. Barton's school, and $300 is required at this time. Cary is not doing well. He assures Augustine that his children are well with them.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he received two well-matched mules from Baltimore.\nHe praises a Mr. Sands and recommends him to Augustine.","Baltimore. Offers a pair of mules for sale for $350.","William writes about a draft for $5000, with Dick the drawer, Alexander the endorser, and Augustine the acceptor and payer.","Norfolk. News about the annual meeting of the Dismal Swamp Company and its recent dividends, which have been down.","Letter from W.R. Millan to John Augustine Washington III. He is renting an enslaved boy named Web to Washington for the remainder of that year. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Blackburn discusses the enslaved people from his estate, as well as John Augustine Washington III's, and his plans to sell certain people. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","William reports on Cary's improved health and writes that he feels great anxiety about him. Mrs. Bennett wants his farm but needs time. Urges Augustine not to worry about Jenny.","R. S. Blackburn discusses loans and his plans to sell enslaved people. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Charlestown. Hannah wants to know whether Augustine had time to attend to the insurance of Richwoods. Bushrod Herbert has the papers. She is experiencing very hard times. Many in the area have scarlet fever.","Letter discussing oxen and other cattle.","William has purchased 50 bushels of clover seed for Augustine. He writes that Cary is failing \"very perceptibly.\"","William writes, \"Our precious Cary breathed his last this morning.\"","William tells Augustine he received the check for $2,000 and requests an additional $1,000, which will \"make me much more comfortable.\"","Mount Zephyr. Encloses a copy of a survey related to construction of a turnpike over a hill near Gum Springs. Mr. Mason is opposed to all roads \"within 50 miles of him\" but has granted permission for a survey on his land and seems to realize he cannot block construction of the road.","Havre de Grace. Sullivan heard that Virginia passed a fishing law in the past year and wants a copy of it to be published in Maryland papers.","Account of shipment of clover seed. Mourning Cary's death. Cary had great faith and knew he was dying.","Philadelphia. Adams writes that the portrait of Augustine's mother arrived safely in Philadelphia. He hopes to visit Washington City in the spring and would like to visit Augustine at Mount Vernon.","Describes planting methods in the fields.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III concerning the possibility of Sholto's nomination as a representative for Fairfax County, VA. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III in which he expresses a desire to see Washington at Mount Vernon before he leaves \"the roof of your ancestors\" following his sale of the estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Front Royal. Letter about bank payments and balances owed.","William writes that he and Charlotte will visit in the week after Easter. Charley will come home for Easter vacation to \"overhaul his wardrobe \u0026 prepare him for the spring.\" Jenny's board and tuition are paid, and he furnished $10 for travel expenses. The crops are doing well. Is sorry to hear of the ill success of Augustine's fisheries.","Charlestown. Hannah writes that her creditors are harassing her. She will have to sell Ben, an enslaved man, to be able to pay Mr. Sadler. \"I am not extravagant either in livery or dress.\" She really values his advice.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Discusses a quantity of plank left (without his knowledge) on his farm in Fauquier. Says he is not in any way responsible for the quantity of plank Adams claimed was missing.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Refers to examination of deeds. One is defective as it is unsigned. Inquires as to whether some shareholders had children who would be entitled to a share.","Spring Bank to Mount Vernon. Mason writes that he is sending a case of Colt revolvers, which he never fired. Has grateful recollection of the constant kindness and courtesy of Augustine and Eleanor.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to John Augustine Washington III, asking for an advance on the annuity she receives from the estate of Washington's father, John Augustine Washington II. Discusses additional family news. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","William received two barrels of fine herrings by railroad. They had been misdirected to Winchester. The crops are doing well. He urges Augustine to leave Mount Vernon to avoid sickness.","Accotink. Letter in reference to a note from Nevitt.","Judith is very worried about Hannah Alexander's two sons who seem to be being used by their father to provide a reconciliation of him with Hannah. Judith does not want this to happen.","Hannah's husband met his sons in Berryville and \"made them sundry presents of money \u0026 clothes.\"","Letter about breeding a mare.","Hannah's sons are in Alexandria with \"their miserable father.\" Judith is amazed that Hannah trusts him with them. Reports on various visitors.","Mason writes about the Accotink Turnpike and building a bridge at\nCameron Run.","George R. H. Hughes writes to John Augustine Washington III about investments with the money from the sale of Mount Vernon. He tells Washington about The Foster Hotel in Chicago, a large brick five-story hotel for sale for $30,000. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Hughes writes to John Augustine Washington III about The Foster Hotel in Chicago which is for sale. He provides details of the hotel including number of rooms, sizes of rooms, and how they could be renovatd. He also includes financail and mortgage information, including estimated monthly payments if John Augustine were to purchase the property. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Charlestown. Hannah thanks Augustine for all that he does for her.","Letter from Sholto T. Stuart to John Augustine Washington III inviting him to his upcoming wedding. He asks Washington for the use of one of his enslaved men for the dining room for the wedding day. An enslaved man from Stuart's household escaped. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","Letter from George Washington Lewis to John Augustine Washington III concerning an upcoming visit to Mount Vernon with his family. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Prospect Hill to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, regarding the sale of an enslaved woman named Milly.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Discusses purchase of shares in Dismal Swamp Company.","To Mount Vernon. Mason writes urging to vote in the election of a magistrate for the district.","Norfolk to Alexandria. Reports purchase of shares and feels he will be able to purchase more in the near future.","Bollingbrook. Bolling writes that he hopes to see Augustine soon. The previous month his steamer was caught in the ice, and he managed to get to shore and visit two sons.","William writes that he is sending 4 bushels of clover seed and gives an account of it.","Judith is sure Augustine's family will be very happy in Fauquier. Mr. Alexander's health is poor. Their overseer \"keeps the hands active by a natural authority without severity.\" Would like his advice as to Dr. Crawford's estate. Describes her money problems.","Accotink. Letter about the sale of cedar posts.","To Mount Vernon.","Judith writes that there is much illness in her family. She discusses a trustee for her estate. They had a huge hailstorm, which resulted in many broken panes of glass.","Alexandria. Letter about the sale of horses, with pencil sketch of well on verso.","Alexandria. Mrs. Hooff writes about sending a horse to Mount Vernon for Augustine to sell.","Waverly. Washington gives a report on his health and a possible consultation in Baltimore. Discusses some financial and family matters.","Charlestown. Condolence letter on the death of Augustine's wife, Nelly.","Alexandria. Letter on Burke and Herbert stationary, about the loss of a $500 note.","Letter about acquiring a bull and some sheep.","Beverley writes about church matters and whether to split the parish. In a P.S. dated the following day, he writes that snow prevents his meeting Augustine but he really wants the matter settled.","A letter about church matters.","Beverley writes about Mr. Henderson and decisions on church matters, writing that there are many bad feelings on all sides.","To Waveland. Writes that ministers of the gospel travel on the rail line for half fare, after making themselves known to the conductor. He would like to visit but is unable always to control his time.","Accotink. A response to complaints about cedar posts sold to Augustine.","Jane Byrd writes to her cousin, John Augustine Washington III, updating him on family members. She also relays a plan, from Thomas, in which they are planning to move their enslaved persons further south and wonders if John would also like to do so. She concludes by lamenting on the state of the country. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","William recommends that Augustine break up Cousin Hannah's establishment. Her store accounts have been going unpaid, and she has many unpaid bills. If something is not done soon, William will relinquish his trusteeship.","Waverly. Reports the death of Charles a few days after Augustine left him. Says he has lost all his little family, save one, and is left to \"travel the remainder of life's journey alone.\" Refers to being comforted by religion. Charles left no will so he would appreciate any information Augustine has as regards his worldly affairs.","Letter from Rebecca J. Washington to John Augustine Washington III, thanking him for his offer to assist her sister, Charlotte. Discusses her financial debt due to house and farm management at her estate, Claymont Court. Autograph letter signed, 5 pages.","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to Edward 'Ned' C. Turner concerning scheduling a vestry meeting. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Judith B. Alexander writes to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, about the beginning of the Civil War. She expresses her fear about the danger that John, his brother, Richard B. Washington, and his sister's and cousin's sons are facing. She also describes the \"delicate\" young soldiers she saw in her travels to Richmond. She provides updates on many family and friends. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Letter from Edward C. Turner to John Augustine Washington III, updating him on the conditions at Waveland, Washington's estate, while he is absent in the army. He reports that the overseer at Mount Vernon has said that the enslaved population is in a state of rebellion there. He worries that if the Union army takes possession of Camp Pickens; a large number of enslaved people have been sent to the area to build embankments. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with envelope","Letter from Edward C. Turner to John Augustine Washington III concerning the maintenance of his estate at Waveland while he's away with the army. Turner advises Washington that he should buy tobacco, candles, and tea for the enslaved people. The Union army has retreated from the local area. He makes a brief reference to a revolt among the enslaved at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages, with envelope.","Letter from Judith B. Alexander to her nephew, John Augustine Washington III, in which she provides him with updates on his family, including his daughter Louisa, while he is away fighting in the Civil War. She laments him being in danger, and wishes him safety. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Anna writes about the rain and looking forward to Augustine's visit.","Letter from a 'Cousin Fanny' to John Augustine Washington III concerning the death of her mother. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","To Mount Vernon. Hannah writes that Cary would like to visit Augustine.","Richwoods. Aunt C. would like a nice cedar cane from the vault to walk with. Thanks him for kindness shown to her boys while with him. Will greatly miss Mr. Tyng as the pastor of the church. Mr. Ambler is not the same.","To Mount Vernon. Her health is good, and she plans to visit soon. Mr. Alexander does not like to be away from home for long, even though he loves seeing them all. Has a large corn crop and an excellent garden. She has been working in it and fears Nelly and the children will take her for an \"Indian.\"","Will see the family in Jefferson and hopes they get there soon for their health. Asks for money to travel.","To Mount Vernon. Judith tells Augustine not to send a carriage for her. She will take a public conveyance. Hopes to see Maria soon. Reports that Bushrod Washington Herbert is disposed to be melancholy.","Judith wants to stay with Augustine for a few days to discuss business. Reports on the health of Maria. His mother is well, and Richard's new daughter is healthy.","To Mount Vernon. Wants the receipt for Augustine's compounded pills. Is returning the nice and expensive cloak she was given. Promises to write someday as if \"I was talking to you.\"","William wants to meet with Thomas Washington to determine how close they can come in the price of Wakefield.","Requests various plants be sent to her as she has \"nothing but stumps \u0026 poverty around my dwelling.\" Her darling boy has been ill with scarlet fever but is improving.","Mason writes sending some tobacco seeds of a truly fine quality for his\n\"hooka.\" Gives instructions on how to plant the seed.","Hollin Hall to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, mentions Jane C. Washington. Also discusses a\nwoman who wronged him.","Autograph letter signed, mentioning a visit by Dr. Mason.","With a list of slaves in pencil on verso in John Augustine's hand.","Turner writes about an upcoming visit and wants to know about arrangements for a bond. The letter was carried by \"Joe,\" likely an enslaved man.","Letter from Benjamin W. Leigh to John Augustine Washington III inviting him to dine at a boarding house with 'our mess, Mr. Mangum, Mr. Black, Mr. Garland'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Aunt CB writes to John Augustine Washington updating him about several family members and friends who have died or are ill. Hannah Lee Alexander laments the death of her daughter, Polly, and several other family members. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Jane C. Washington writes to her son, John Augustine Washington III, about family finances and sends a check for $100. She also updates John on the death of a family friend. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","Autograph letter on Shenandoah Valley Rail Road stationary, recommending Lawrence Washington for a railroad project in Texas.","Acknowledges receipt of $25 from George Light.","Encloses a list of revolutionary bills and asks if Washington would like to purchase them.","Regrets sale of four Gibraltar engravings and hopes he can convince the Ladies to raise the money to keep them at Mount Vernon.","Hurst writes recommending Lawrence Washington for a position in the Department of State. Washington has recently helped Hurst acquire some very valuable manuscripts and \"is possessed of much skill and knowledge in regard to the relative value of historical documents.\"","Bradley discuss the return of Washington's son, Augustine, from Europe, as well as the price of the \"Middleton\" autograph George Washington letter.","Dorsey wishes to sell some china from the Willis family – particularly a plate that belonged to Princess Murat, great-niece of General Washington and, by marriage, of Napoleon Bonaparte.","Dandridge wants to sell the Braddock Sash, which she says is in a very good state of preservation.","Dandridge writes that she still wants to sell the Braddock Sash and has contacted the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, the Colonial Dames, and the Society of Colonial Wars.","Stone, librarian at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, writes that he is unable to purchase the Braddock sash or make an offer for it.","Dorsey wants Washington to examine a painting and other relics at the home of Captain and Mrs. Willis near Front Royal.","Writes about two Washington surveys in his possession and discusses the sale of other manuscripts. He asks Washington if he has any books from George Washington's library bearing his signature and bookplate.","Writing from the Library of the Boston Athenaeum, Lane requests a description of Washington's copy of Brown's Bible.","Lane thanks Washington for his description of George Washington's copy of Brown's Bible. He also mentions Washington's copy of the \"Young man's companion,\" which was said to have been given to General Grant.","Bradley writes that he has received a volume from Bushrod Washington's library entitled \"The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte\" from the Bishop. The Bishop would like to purchase a book from George Washington's library, as well as another Washington manuscript. Bradley suggests Washington try to sell him Bushrod Washington and Lawrence's Lewis's ledger as executors of Washington's estate.","Writes criticizing the librarian Mrs. Dawson, saying that, although there are rare works under her care, she never knows their value. Dawson has been sending bookplates to Washington.","Mrs. Dawson, librarian of the Charleston Library, writes sending bookplates and continental bills.","Salley is sending three historic bookplates for Washington to examine and hopefully purchase.","Describes the provenance of the bookplates he sent, which he believes are American.","Page writes that he does not feel the \"journal\" is as valuable or interesting as he had hoped.","Typescript letter with autograph note in the hand of Lawrence Washington on behalf of the Christ Church Musical Committee. A letter informing Miss Stuart that there have been complaints about the music at church and her salary will be reduced.","Typescript letter signed from Lawrence to his sister, regarding the Vestry's handling of complaints about the music at church.","Letter about purchasing property owned by Lawrence, with a sketch of the land.","Draft letter from Lawrence Washington to Mrs. James Blaisdell regarding the return of two books stolen from his home, Audley, during the Civil War: an edition of Aesop's Fables, and a copy book used by George Washington when he was a child. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Gunther is sending a $25 check for the purchase of 4 books: Maid of the Doe, Memoirs of Lafayette, Religion of Nature, and Smith's History.","Discusses Washington's discovery of a Robert Beverley bookplate and wishes to use his letter in the Ex Libris Journal.","Terry writes that he does not wish to purchase the Joseph Miller plate at the price mentioned but is interested in making a new offer.","Letter discussing the bookplate of Abraham Lott.","Letter about the sale of manuscripts.","Seabrook acknowledges the receipt of a check from Washington. He discusses book prices and writes that several descendants of William Washington are now living in Charleston.","Typescript copy.","Typescript draft with autograph corrections, regarding the senator's opposition to Senate Bill 1238 for the relief of the estate of General Washington.","Letter regarding the genealogy of the Winn family and the bookplate of Rev. Richard Winn that Washington had in his possession.","Letter regarding a bookplate belonging to Rev. Richard Winn.","Typescript copy. Letter about the Washington sword purchased by the New York State Library.","William discusses an article he is writing about the swords of Washington.","Five typescript copies of a letter sent by Lawrence to William regarding the history of the Washington sword he sold to Mr. William F. Havemeyer, which was later presented to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","William writes about a statement he had requested regarding the authenticity of Washington's sword. He has just read Paul Wilstach's book on Mount Vernon.","Campbell writes about the authenticity of Washington's Frederick the Great sword, which Professor Van Tyne of the University of Michigan has \"absolutely no confidence in.\" She also discusses conflicting opinions about a portrait of Mary Ball Washington by Robert Edge Pine.","Carter writes that it had always been her impression that the Washington silver and sword were sent to her father at Kinlock and concealed in the pigeon house during the war, after which they were returned to the family.","Marshall has an \"old fashioned brass fender\" bought by his uncle, Lewis Marshall, at the sale at Waveland of John Augustine Washington III's estate. The fender is believed to come from Mount Vernon.","Letter about dueling pistols that once belonged to Col. Washington.","Autograph letter unsigned. An incomplete and undated letter written by Lawrence to his wife, Fannie.","Untitled manuscript by Lawrence Lewis concerning his defence of the Confederacy and his father, John Augustine Washington III. Lewis responds to an argument that there hadn't been instances of Northern writers criticizing the South prior to 1860. He lists several authors including Frederick Law Olmstead. Autograph document, 7 numbered pages.","One page of notes in the hand of Lawrence Washington, regarding the return of books stolen by Major Osborne from Waveland during the Civil War.","Autograph document in the hand of Lawrence Washington.","Autograph document.","Autograph letter signed. Tape repairs, with some text loss. Smith writes to ask why one hogshead of tobacco made by George Washington was refused. Washington's waggoner informed him that the head was somewhat damaged being prized out of the door.","Letter from Corbin Washington to G.R.L. Tuberville concerning his recent travels and arrival at Haywood. Gives a list of items that a man named Charles is carrying in his saddlebag on the journey, inlcuding pin-cushions and petticoats. Discusses getting building supplies such as wood and shingles at Fairfax. He expects a good corn harvest. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel (torn).","St. Clair, Staunton, to Mrs. Frances Hubbard, Williamsburg. Letter addressed to \"My dear dear Mama.\"","One page of accounts, with a letter from Samuel B. Gordon to Robert Beverley dated 1799 October 4","John Rose, Montrose, to William Augustine Washington, Haywood. Writes about a jury's unfavorable judgment in the case of a bond.","Letter from John Law to Thomas Swann asking him to pay $76.95 to Charles L. Francisco. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter from John Law to John Lloyd concerning a bank draft on Thomas Swann in favor of Mr. Charles Francisco. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Letter from Charles Calvert Stuart to John Augustine Washington, which contains a forwarded letter to Washington from Edward C. Marshall on the same bifolium sheet. Stuart discusses his plans to send around 20 enslaved people from his household from Louisa to a sugar plantation in Louisiana. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Stuart's letter includes a letter directed to him and and intended for Washington from Edward C. Marshall, Oak Hill, Fauquier County, VA, concerning Lewis' possible interest in purchasing Warner Hall. Includes calculations from potential price per acre. Autograph letter signed 2 pages. ","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her daughter, Anna Maria Washington, informing her that she will be away until after Christmas and instructing her to give the servants meat and lard before the holiday. Follows with discussions about various family members. Autograph letter signed, three pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Elizabeth Bowyer, Thorn Hill, to Miss Frances Griggs, Charlestown. Sends greetings to many acquaintances and relations. Has been taking music lessons in the winter. Asks when they are coming to see them and for information on various relations.","Caleb Russell, Quantico Factory, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Russell writes that he had sent some of the wool, at the direction of the overseer, received last summer to a factory in Fredericksburg to be made into fine cloth, as he is unable to do that. Since then he has heard nothing about it, despite writing to them several times.","Discusses the death of Louisa. Writes that Mr. Alexander will bring the corn crop up soon. Gives news of various acquaintances.","George Mason, Hollin Hall, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed.","F. F. Lee, Washington City, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Lee writes that she will visit Mount Vernon for a few days with Mary and Rosa.","Bella Jones Adams, Philadelphia, to Jane C. Washington, Mount Vernon. Writes that the memorandum tablet was sent by Martha, not her. She didn't send the butter cooler due to fearing for its condition. She wants Jane to visit during the summer and asks after her crops. Penciled note indicates a receipt on the document was clipped. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked Philadelphia Jun 3.","Letter from Henry T. Harrison to General George Rust, writing on behalf of John Augustine Washington III. Concerning Elizabeth Selden and her desire to sell her annuity to Washington. Auotgraph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Prospect Hill to Mount Vernon. Hannah writes of family news and says that things have been gloomy at Blakeley since Jane left. She is happy to hear about the birth of a daughter to Nelly.","Letter from Ann Maury to her distant cousin, Eleanor Love Selden Washington. This is a letter of introduction, in which she presents her neighbor in New York, Charles W. Foster, who wishes to visit Mount Vernon. She claims that Foster is 'making a pilgrimage to that spot which must always have uncommon interest in the eyes of every true American, associated as it is with the memory of the truly great and good man whose name you bear'. A note on the envelope indicates this was hand-delivered by Foster to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with envelope with partial wax seal.","Letter from Elizabeth Selden to Eleanor Love Selden Washington, concerning her financial hardships. She discusses two enslaved people, a man named John and a woman named Caroline. She discusses various family members. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel.","Alexandria. Reminds board that the canal company has no rights to his property known as Selden's Lot. Also requests the completion of a bridge across the canal and that they complete gravelling the road on the eastern embankment.","Baltimore. A letter regarding a shipment of guano to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon. Law recommends repacking the original bags from the Pacific into casks.","Prospect Hill to Mount Vernon. Describes a table setting for a wedding. Kate's wedding has been broken off, and Hannah is glad about it. Really wants to see them. Description of drought and crops. Discusses health of various relatives and acquaintances.","Baltimore to Mount Vernon. Lloyd tells Nelly to take a train when she visits, as she and the children will be more comfortable. Gives news of various family members.","Two letters, one from M.F. Lippitt and one from M.B. Lippitt, on one folded sheet. Both concern news about various family members and pending travel plans. Autograph letters signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel and red wax seal.","Hollin Hall. Encloses a letter from John Augustine Washington III, which he wants shown to the Committee of Propositions and Grievances of the House of Delegates. Refers to a petition alleging mercenary motives in annexing part of Fairfax County to Alexandria.","Letter about exchanging and reissuing stock certificates.","Norfolk to Berryville. Letter about purchasing a tract of land in Nansemond County that Lewis is one of the heirs to.","Bogglesville. Reports that Nansemond land is most likely worthless, as the timber has all been cut, and many people claim parts of it as it adjoins their land.","Baltimore to Mount Vernon. Lloyd writes that she will send Louisa's bonnet. Shares news about Fanny Lee and Hannah Stuart. Has made a beautiful purse for Augustine.","Alexandria. Requests Lee accompany Cazenove to the city, along with Augustine Washington.","To Mount Vernon. Judith wishes to hear from Nelly. Very hot, dry weather, affecting the corn crop and grass. No cholera yet. Only one baby on their property. Sends greetings to many people.","A letter signed \"Mother,\" about a trip to Baltimore where she was robbed at the depot of her purse. She is sending two dresses and hopes Charlotte is doing well at school.","Alexandria. Letter about the purchase of lumber.","To Mount Vernon. Judith writes that she enjoyed her visit to Mount Vernon and the family. Looks often at the daguerreotype. Recommends they go to Jefferson. Continues on 12 July: Met Mrs. Payne and is raising money for her to go to the springs for her health. Gives news about various people.","Spring Bank. Letter from Thomas L. Ellzen to George Mason with a copy of Mason's reply on the inner fold. Concerns new road passing through their lands.","Annapolis. Bacon writes that the Charles County delegation does not want anyone to induce the Virginia Legislature to pass a similar law to the Maryland one. Recommends appealing directly to the Virginia Legislature without involving the General Assembly of Maryland.","To Mount Vernon. Judith writes that she heard that Nelly was \"pale and not strong.\" Gives accounts of other people's health and her own. Dr. Stewart's daughters will try to visit Nelly at Mount Vernon so they can see it \"with family there.\"","Letter regarding the delivery of deeds.","Boyden writes to recommend his daughter as a governess, in response to an advertisement in the Southern Churchman.","To Mrs. Julian (Eleanor Love Selden Washington) Howard, by right of her descent from Richard Bennett who was governor of Virginia from 1652-1655.","Letter addressed to \"My dear Uncle,\" announcing the death of Fanny's mother and giving an account of her final illness.","Letter discussing a coat of arms for the Willis and Rich families found under the floor of a church.","Letter sending two India prints from the photogravures made from the portrait of Lawrence Washington, which Washington allowed them to photograph.","A descendant of Mary Ball writes to see how she can claim money to be paid to the heirs of General Washington.","Discusses funeral costs and money being raised for the church.","Letter regarding property owned by Samuel W. Washington","Typescript copy. Morrison responds from the Library of Congress to Dodge's inquiry about the relationship between Lund Washington and George Washington.","Typescript letters to and from various art museums and libraries seeking information on the portrait of Lawrence Washington in his mother's possession, as well as letter regarding the appraisal, potential sale, and exhibition of the portrait.","Correspondence about the loan of 7 manuscript and print music books formerly owned by Ann Washington, wife of Bushrod Washington, to the Library of Congress.","Letter from the Director of Research at the Henry E. Huntington Library and Art Gallery regarding the letters of Robert E. Lee, \"To Markie.\"","Letters concerning the sale of the Charles Town Water Works.","Typescript letters to and from Regent Harriet C. Towner, Julian Howard Washington, and Patty W. Washington concerning the termination of Julian's employment at Mount Vernon.","Hook is interested in purchasing any books or manuscripts that Miss Washington has dated prior to 1866.","Letter regarding a set of William and Mary College Quarterly that belonged to Anne's father, Lawrence Washington. With Mrs. Adams's reply of the same date.","Letter from James Lewis Hook to Miss Washington concerning interest in buying books.","Encloses a typescript of a Bushrod Washington letter recently acquired by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union.","A letter about family heirlooms addressed to Betty, with the reply.","Letters about replacing the frames for the Brooks map and Sampson Derrel deed which were lost or misplaced by the Library of Congress.","Caldwell writes that she found some old stock certificates in the Goshen Land and Investment Co.","A letter from the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association regarding the death of Anne's mother and the opening of the Centennial exhibit at Mount Vernon.","A letter and loan agreement with the Robert E. Lee Memorial Foundation at Stratford Hall.","Letter requesting a photostatic copy of the will of John Washington.","2 copies. Letter offering for sale manuscripts and books from the library of George Washington.","Letter thanking Anne for the paintings she lent to a recent exhibition.","Letter regarding the sale of Washington family relics to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.","Letter to the Regent discussing the potential sale of Washington family relics.","A letter declining the purchase of books that belonged to Bushrod Washington but were not part of Washington's library.","Letter regarding the recent purchase of two Bushrod Washington letters.","Letter and check from the sale of a miniature of Burwell Bassett by Charles Willson Peale.","Concerning a miniature of Col. Burwell Bassett by C. W. Peale.","Letter about the Virginia Magazine of History and Biography.","Letter from the National Trust for Historic Preservation about the gift of one volume of Samuel Ireland's \"Picturesque Views on the Upper or Warwickshire Avon,\" inscribed by Eleanor Parke Lewis to her daughter.","Letter about a book titled \"The Philosophy of the Moral Feelings\" from the library of John Augustine Washington III that was recently brought to Mount Vernon.","Letter enclosing a carbon copy of Patty's will as well as a carbon copy of a legal memorandum regarding Washington family correspondence stipulated in the will.","Letters and documents related to the sale and gift of Washington family documents and artifacts to the Masonic Memorial in Alexandria.","Letter concerning the Daniel Webster Papers Project.","Letter enclosing a copy of her second codicil, bequeathing her personal property to her nephew, Lawrence Washington.","Discusses various relatives' health. Talks about visiting friends. Discusses flowers and birds – mockingbirds are keeping her awake at night.","Lloyd writes that she wants to visit, but Nelly need not trouble herself about her. \"I am entirely ready with my little things.\" The new stove is giving them nicer bread than before.","To Mount Vernon. William writes to his mother that he is attending the Whig Convention with his brother Richard. The Potomac is frozen over, so they will take the nearest road across the country to Fredericksburg.","To Mount Vernon. She will delay her visit to Mount Vernon until they return from Jefferson. Hopes the children and Clara can stay with her until their return.","Autograph document. A poem on death, with text loss.","Autograph document. A poem written on the death of a young daughter.","A letter to Nelly from her sister about purchasing clothes for Lawrence and the children.","Autograph document. In fragile condition, with some text loss.","Mason requests a value for a property described in detail. Wants to know\nwhat rent it would bring and about insurance, whether it is fireproof, and what the taxes are.","Letter regarding the shipment of two boxes of books, with shipping note and 6-page typescript list of the books titled 'Miscellaneous Collection of Books'.","Letter regarding Fannie's will.","Letter from Richard Henderson to John Bailey concerning an impending court proceeding and the need to receive certain paperwork in order to file on time. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Recipient unknown. \"A true copy from the Bond in Richmond City office.\"","Sketch of Christ Church in Alexandria, with remarks about the grounds and exact descriptions of the boundaries.","Autograph document signed.","Document signed John A. Washington.","Receipt for $20 that John Augustine Washington II paid for the making of a court bench.","Receipt for the shipment of 17 bags of Peruvian guano from Baltimore. With a letter from Samuel K. George to John Augustine dated 1 March 1845, stating that the guano was shipped on the steamboat Columbia.","2 invoices for blacksmith services.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","Agreement appointing James Guy as arbitrator in a \"cause of difference\" regarding a bridge afloat in the Potomac. Awards $135 to Washington.","Document, bill and receipt from Gustavus Lesur to John Augustine Washington III for $696.60 for the building of a servant's house. Docket indicates the building was erected at Waveland. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","For sale of ¼ part of a share in the Dismal Swamp Company for $3000. Notarized by Charles Sharp. With two receipts from Peter B. Prentis, Clerk of Nansemond County, to John Augustine Washington III.","For the purchase of household goods.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","Receipt written to John Augustine Washington III by Judith B. Alexander for the sum of $40.75 Washington paid to her as an annuity from the estate of his father, John Augustine Washington II. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","For sale of Dismal Swamp Land Co. stock.","For a partial share in the Dismal Swamp Company.","Granting the use of the Shenandoah Valley Railroad switch at Blakeley.","Typescript and signed will, with carbon copy draft.","For the collection of books in Carter Library.","Carbon copy of the last will and testament of Anne M. Washington.","Sketch showing arrangement of pews in Christ Church in Alexandria, with the annual pew rent of each indicated.","2 leaves of survey notes in different hands","Document suggesting amendments to a legal compromise.","Handwritten and typescript copies of genealogical notes about the Washington family.","Typescript document entitled \"A list of officers of the army and navy, who have received lands from Virginia for Revolutionary services.\"","3 typescript copies. An act providing for the erection of a monument to Washington.","Typescript document.","Typescript letter by \"A Friend and Admirer of the Late Mr. Lawrence Washington,\" speaking against the government's unfair treatment of Lawrence Washington's widow.","Typescript copy. A bill to incorporate the Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union, and to authorize the purchase of a part of Mount Vernon place.","Typescript document.","Typescript document.","Clipped article about a Mr. Joseph I. Keefer who received a letter about a volume of Shakespeare signed by Washington. The book was purportedly stolen from the house of John Augustine Washington by the 8th Illinois Calvary during the Civil War.","2 typescript copies of an article from the Winchester, Va. Historical Magazine.","To reimburse the estate of General George Washington.","Printed copy of Bill 3137 concerning the reimbursement of General George Washington's estate for lands in Ohio lost by conflciting grants made under U.S. authority. Typescript document, 3 pages.","Typescript blurb by Kate Brownlee Sherwood with manuscript corrections. A review of the book Washington, the Man and the Mason, by Charles A. Callahan.","Invitation to a commemoration of the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the notification by Charles Thomson Secretary of the Continental Congress of the election of George Washington as first President of the United States of America.","Typescript document.","Typescript document.","Autograph document in very fragile condition.","Typescript copy.","2 envelopes, 1 docketed \"copies of power of attorney \u0026 bonds sent to Chicago.\"","Taken by C. M. Bell of Washington, D.C. With genealogical notes on verso.","Two photograph copies of a painting of Louis XVI. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is organized into three series: Accounts, Lists of Workmen, and Receipts. Within each of these series, the collection is in date order. The Lists of Workmen is further defined by region: Seneca Falls, Shanandoah Falls, and Great Falls, all of which are in date order.","The Potomac Navigation Company was a cooperative project between Maryland and Virginia to expand the Potomac River and establish navigable waterways that would further develop commercial trade. Established in 1785, George Washington was the first major investor as well as the first president of the company. And along with Thomas Johnson, Thomas Sim Lee, George Gilpin, and John Fitzgerald, he was appointed director of the company. The Potomac Navigation Company employed James Rumsey, inventor of the steamboat, to manage the mechanics of building the canals, Richardson Stewart as his assistant, and William Hartshorne as the treasurer.  They supervised hundreds of laborers, indentured servants, and slaves to build five canals surrounding major waterfalls in the area: House's, Shenandoah, Seneca, Little Falls and Great Falls.","Although supported by both the Virginia and Maryland Assemblies, the company was constantly plagued with difficulties and struggled to sell shares to interested buyers.  Water levels prevented boats from reaching their destinations, the company had difficulty securing loans, and the locks were in a constant state of repair; despite these hardships, by 1802 they had created 220 miles of navigable waterways between the Savage River and Washington, D.C.  By the 1820s, a proposal was passed to build a canal that would travel from Washington, D.C. and to the Ohio River; thus transforming the Potomac Navigation Company to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Company.","The following manuscripts, reproduction files, and books relate to the formation or business of the Potomac Navigation Company.","Manuscripts: Bill, Washer Blunt to Potomac Comp[any], 1786 March 20\t Letter, Mount Vernon to Judge Michael Jenifer Stone, Charles County, Maryland, 1785 June 15 Letter, Blenhiem to George Washington, 1785 July 10 List of Workmen employed at the Shanandoah Falls from the 4th of August to the 26th of September 1787 List of Workmen at Great Falls 1787 April 11- May 12 Letter, Philadelphia, to Tobias Lear, 1794 December 12 Letter, Philadelphia to Tobias Lear, 1794 December 22 Drawing of an invention for raising and lowering boats over the Great Falls of the Potomac to avoid the construction of locks Letter, Germantown to William Pearce, 1794 August 17 Letter, Philadelphia to Tobias Lear, 1795 December 26 Letter, Philadelphia to [Tobias Lear], 1795 February 18 Newspaper Article, George Washington's arrival in Georgetown for a meeting with fellow business associates of the \"Potowmack Co.\"  Newspaper Article, George Washington's arrival in Georgetown for a meeting with fellow business associates of the \"Potowmack Co.\"  Book of Sales and Mount Vernon Property, 1800-1803 Letter, George Town to George Corbin Washington, 1828 May 7 Certificate to Fielding Lewis, 1828 June 3 Bond, George C. Washington and [] to John A. Washington and Bushrod C. Washington (executors of Bushrod Washington, deceased) 1832 Bond, George C. Washington (trustee of Bush. Washington Jr.'s children) and [] to John A. Washington and Bushrod C. Washington (executors of Bushrod Washington deceased), 1832","Reproduction Files: Broadside, Potomac Company, 4 February 1762 Letter, Mount Vernon to Colonel John Fitzgerald, 26 November 1785 Account, James Rumsey to Archibald Reynolds, 16 July 1785 Letter, Mount Vernon to Colonel Jno. Auge. Washington, 1 October 1786 Letter, Philadelphia to [George Augustine Washington], 12 August 1787 Receipt, Jesse [Lun] Jun. and Jacob Snither to William Hartshorne and Co., 25 June 1787 Letter, Tobias Lear, 14 December 1794 Letter, Mount Vernon to Mr. Archd. McLean, 6 August 1798 Draft, Bushrod Washington to Lawrence Lewis, 6 August 1825 An act to enable Lawrence Lewis to move stock to the Potomac Co., 21 March 1832","Books: Achenbach, Joel, The Grand Idea: George Washington's Potomac and the Race to the West, New York: Simon and Schuster, 2004. Call No. F187 .P8 A23 2004 Bacon-Foster, Corra, Early Chapters in the Development of the Patomac Route to the West, Washington: Columbia Historical Society, 1912 Call No: F187. P8 B13 Bicentennial Notes on George Washington by the Michigan State Commission for the George Washington Bicentennial, 193, No. 5- Washington and the Critical Period, 1783-1789 by Evertt Somerville Brown Call No: E312.15 .M54 1931 Durham, C.J.S., Washington's Potowmack Canal Project at Great Falls: A Great Falls Park and Nature Reserve: A Proposal for the Preservation of a Natural Area and the Restoration of a Historic Site as a lasting Monument to George Washington at the Great Falls of the Potomac in Virginia, Nature Conservancy, 1957 Call No: P187. M7 D8 1957 Hahn, Thomas F. and Joseph R. Prentice, George Washington's Canal at Great Falls Virginia, Shepardstown, WV: American Canal and Transportation Center, 1976 Call No: F232. P8 H2 1976 Howlett, Lynn Doney, The Potowmack Canal: From Canal to Consitution, McLean, VA: The Virginia Canals and Navigation Society. Call No: F187. 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P8 B13 Bicentennial Notes on George Washington by the Michigan State Commission for the George Washington Bicentennial, 193, No. 5- Washington and the Critical Period, 1783-1789 by Evertt Somerville Brown Call No: E312.15 .M54 1931 Durham, C.J.S., Washington's Potowmack Canal Project at Great Falls: A Great Falls Park and Nature Reserve: A Proposal for the Preservation of a Natural Area and the Restoration of a Historic Site as a lasting Monument to George Washington at the Great Falls of the Potomac in Virginia, Nature Conservancy, 1957 Call No: P187. M7 D8 1957 Hahn, Thomas F. and Joseph R. Prentice, George Washington's Canal at Great Falls Virginia, Shepardstown, WV: American Canal and Transportation Center, 1976 Call No: F232. P8 H2 1976 Howlett, Lynn Doney, The Potowmack Canal: From Canal to Consitution, McLean, VA: The Virginia Canals and Navigation Society. Call No: F187. P8 Hyde, Arnout and Ken Sullivan, The Potomac: A Nation's River, Charleston, WV: Cannon Graphics, 1994 Call No: F187 .P8 H92 1992  Kapsch, Robert J., The Potomac Canal: George Washington and the Waterway West, Morgantown, WV: West Virginia University Press, 2007. Call No: F187. P8 K23 2007 Martin, Oliver, The Chesapeake and Potomac Country, The Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company, 1928 Call No: F187 .C5 M4 Metcalf, Paul, Waters of the Potowmack, Charlottesville: University of Virginia Press, 1982. Pickell, John, A New Chapter in the early life of George Washington, in connection with the narrative history of the Potomac Company, New York: D. Appleton, 1856 Call No: E312.29 .P59 Potomac American Reflections [audiovisual], Robert Cole Films, 1992 Call No: F187 .P8 P68 1992 Stanford, Homer Reed, The Historic Potomac— Beginning with 1740, Newcomen Society of England, American Branch, Princeton: Princeton University Press, 1940 Call No: F187. 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They supervised hundreds of laborers, indentured servants, and slaves to build five canals surrounding major waterfalls in the area: House's, Shenandoah, Seneca, Little Falls and Great Falls.","Although supported by both the Virginia and Maryland Assemblies, the company was constantly plagued with difficulties and struggled to sell shares to interested buyers.  Water levels prevented boats from reaching their destinations, the company had difficulty securing loans, and the locks were in a constant state of repair; despite these hardships, by 1802 they had created 220 miles of navigable waterways between the Savage River and Washington, D.C.  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Washington, 1 October 1786\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eLetter, Philadelphia to [George Augustine Washington], 12 August 1787\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eReceipt, Jesse [Lun] Jun. and Jacob Snither to William Hartshorne and Co., 25 June 1787\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eLetter, Tobias Lear, 14 December 1794\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon to Mr. Archd. McLean, 6 August 1798\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eDraft, Bushrod Washington to Lawrence Lewis, 6 August 1825\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eAn act to enable Lawrence Lewis to move stock to the Potomac Co., 21 March 1832\u003c/item\u003e\n    \u003c/list\u003e","\u003clist numeration=\"arabic\" type=\"ordered\"\u003e\n      \u003chead\u003eBooks:\u003c/head\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eAchenbach, Joel, The Grand Idea: George Washington's Potomac and the Race to the West, New York: Simon and Schuster, 2004. 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Prentice, George Washington's Canal at Great Falls Virginia, Shepardstown, WV: American Canal and Transportation Center, 1976 Call No: F232. P8 H2 1976\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eHowlett, Lynn Doney, The Potowmack Canal: From Canal to Consitution, McLean, VA: The Virginia Canals and Navigation Society. Call No: F187. P8\u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eHyde, Arnout and Ken Sullivan, The Potomac: A Nation's River, Charleston, WV: Cannon Graphics, 1994 Call No: F187 .P8 H92 1992 \u003c/item\u003e\n      \u003citem\u003eKapsch, Robert J., The Potomac Canal: George Washington and the Waterway West, Morgantown, WV: West Virginia University Press, 2007. Call No: F187. 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