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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Addition 2000.49 is filed at the end of Box 3 of Mss. 82 Swem4.","Earl Gregg Swem was born December 29, 1870 in Belle Plaine, Iowa. He graduated from Lafayette College (A.B. and A.M.) Swem worked as a high school instructor 1893-1900. He worked for the John Crerar Library, the Superintendent of Documents Library, the Armour Institute Library, was the chief of the cataloging division of the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress, assistant Virginia State Librarian, and Librarian for the College of William and Mary. Swem compiled about forty finding lists and bibliographies, was managing editor of the William and Mary Quarterly and supervised the production of the Virginia Historical Index. He died in Louisville, Kentucky on April 14, 1965.","Processed by Elizabeth Engelken in 1989."," Box and folder list updated by Patricia Sanabria, SCRC staff, in May of 2011.","See also the E. G. Swem Papers and the Earl G. Swem Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.","Papers collected by Earl Gregg Swem concerning the genealogies of his family and the family of his wife Lilia Hansbrough Swem. Families on which there is data include Swem (Swaim), Luce, Gregg, Wright, Farish and Smith. Includes written histories, documents, genealogical charts, correspondence, and newspaper clippings.","Addition 2000.49 is described on PDF inventory.","This series consists of genealogical material organized by Earl Gregg Swem that are described under the collection number Mss. 82 Swem 4.","Census records, family trees, and written histories on the Swem Family. July 31, 1762. Document obligating Daniel Swime and Absalom Hankins, administrators of the estate of Cornelius Swime, to prepare an inventory of his estate. 2 pp. Handwritten notes on deed of land in Hanover County, New Jersey, to Mathias Swem. 2 pp. cy of DS. June 13, 1799. Handwritten notes on deed of Mathias Swem recording his membership and appointment as trustee of the Methodist Church in Wrightstown, NJ. 3 pp. Cy of DS. Including AN, by Earl Gregg Swem about importance of document, undated. 2 pp. March 14, 1814. Handwritten notes on deed of Mathias Swem to Pearson Hamilton. 1 p. Cy of D. 1800. Census record on Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of D. Including AN, about possible relationships between different lines of the Swem family, undated. 1810. Census record on the Swem family of Staten Island, New York, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 Macrh, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1820. Census record of Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1830. Census records on the Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 18, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1850. Census records of Swem Family listed on the index of Ohio census sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, about Marshall Boarman's research done on various lines of the Swem Family, undated. 20 Sep[tember], 1850. Census record of the Swems of Duchoquet T[o]w[nshi]p, Auglaize County, Ohio. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, asking if the Ezera Swem listed in the census was the father of E.B. Swem, undated. 18 Nov[ember], 1850. Census records of Swem Family of Harrison Township in Darke County, Ohio sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March [10]74. Including AN, about the possible origins of the Swem families listed in census, undated. 7 Aug[ust], 1860. Census records of Swem Family of Wapsinonoc Township, in Muscatine County, Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marsha;; Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, explaining that Ezra Swem and family were living in Belle Plaine, Iowa at the time of 1870 census, undated. 7 July, 1870. Census record of Swem Family of Belle Plaine Township, Benton County, Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 16 June, 1880. Census records of Swem Family of West Liberty, Muscatine Co[unty], Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including TN, stating facts about Laurence Swem and Phebe Swem. April 1873. \"Letter to a Brother,\" Grancille Stuart to James Stuart from the \"Montana Magazine of History\" mentions Amanda Swem who was Earl Gregg Swem III's great grand aunt; sent to Earl Gregg [Swem III] by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 19 74. 6 pp. Pst. of PV. 28 Sept[ember] 1900. Samuel Stuart's application for military pension; shows relation to Amanda Swem and Pheobe Stuart. Boarman's grandmother; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman. 19 March, 19 74. 1 p. Pst. of D. 10 July, 1909. Application of Amanda [Swem] Stuart for widow's pension; shows relation to Samuel staurt and Pheobe Stuart, Boarman's grandmother; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 19 March, 1974. Marshall Boarman, Washington, D.C. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Elaborates on enclosed genealogical material on Swem Family. 2 pp. TLS. undated. Chapter from the History of Martha's Vineyard regarding the Luce family. 6 pp. Pst. of PV. undated. Information on New York and New Jersey Swems not yet known to be connected with the Earl Gregg Swem Family; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 8 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated. Family trees showing descendants of Amanda Swem; information sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March, 1974. 6 pp. Pst. of TMs. Including undated, at bottom of page 1 showing Marshall Boarman's relationship with Earl Gregg Swem III as third cousins. AN.","Last will and testament of Anthony Sweem [Swem]. Pst. of D.","Inventory of goods and chattles of the estate of Cornelius Swime. 2 pp. Pst. of D.","Copy of a history of West Liberty, Iowa where the Swems, Greggs, and Luses settled in the 1830's, 1840's, and 1850's, an article on Asa Gregg, and 1954 and 1958 letters from Earl Gregg Swem to his nephew Theodor Swem. 1878. Personal Recollection of Early Settlement of Wapsinonoc Township and the Murder of Atwood by the Indains, by Asa Gregg, history of Wapsinonoc, Iowa and a directory of the town West Liberty, Iowa, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974, 40 pp. Pst. of PV. Including TLS from Earl Gregg Swem, to \"Ray', undated, describing Asa Gregg's history of Wapsinonoc. 1 p. 1889. a biography of Asa Gregg from a history of Muscatine County, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of PV. 1910. \"Log Cabin History\" by Lemuel Mosher, a history of West Liberty, Iowa, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 49 pp. Pst. of PV. Including TLS, 7 October 1958, from Uncle Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted [Theodor Swem, his nephew], undated, describing \"Log Cabin History.\" 1 p. 4 February, 1954. Uncle Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted (Theodor Swem), Has sent a bibliographical sketch of himself to Ted which includes some genealogical information; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of December 24, 1958. Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted (Theodor Swem), Correspondence regarding Swem family and others; sent to earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of May 31, 1974. Marshall Boarman, Washington, D.C. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Lists and explains the correspondence and notes regarding Swem family which he [MB] has sent to Gregg. 4 pp. TLS.","Articles on Ezra Brown Swem, a minister in New Light Christianity and of Darke County, Ohio. a copy of the 1944 book \"The Quaker Greggs.\" 1889. \"Portrait and Biographical Album of Muscatine County, Iowa,\" sketches of \"Prominent and Representative Citizens\" of Muscatine County which Marshall Boarman used for information on the history of Lizzie Stuart, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 26, 1974. 79 pp. Pst. of PV. 1944. \"The Quaker Greggs\" by Hazel May Middleton Kendall. Outlines the \"origin, history, activities and personalities\" of Gregg family; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 26 March 1974. 56 pp. Pst. of PV. Including Pst. of PV, 1959, from \"A Short History of the Gregg Family,\" by Elma Gregg. Provides additional genealogical information on Gregg family. 7 pp. March 26, 1974. Marshall [Boarman], Washington, D.C., to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Thanks Swem for sending him items on family history and explains items which he [MB] has sent to Swem. 3 pp. TLS. undated. \"The Swem Family,\" notes by Marshall Boarman to Earl Gregg Swem III. explains New Light Christianity in which Ezra Brown Swem was a minister. 1 p. TMS. Including Pst. of PV, histories of Darke County, Ohio and its township of Harnson; also description of New Light Christianity. 6 pp. Including Pst. of PV, a description of Belle Plaine, Ohio, undated. 4 pp. Including Pst. of family tree of Swem ancestry, undated. 1 item. All items sent to Earl Gregg Swem by Marshall Boarman, March 26, 1974.","A book, map, and several pamphlets (1896-1958) on Richmondton, New York, located in Staten Island, where a part of the Swem family settled. a 1947 booklet describing Mount Holly, New Jersey, the home of Mathias Swem and Ezra Brown Swem. 1896. \"Staten Islands Names. Ye Olde Names and Nicknames.\" Booklet of names and descriptions of area; p. 62 marks \"Swaim's or LaForge Lane.\" 76 pp. PV. Including map of region. 1 p. 1937. \"The Historic Village of Richmond and Vicinity Staten Island, New York\" History of Richmond and various sites, mentioning Swaim [Swem] Family as town citizens. 6 pp. PV. 1938. \"Hagstrom's Map of Richmond (Staten Island), New York.\" Swaim [Swem] Avenue is shown on map. 1 map. 1 p. 1938. \"The Work of the Staten Island Historical Society and the Historical Museum.\" Pamphlet of the history, operation, goals and accomplishments of the Staten Island Historical Society. 4 pp. PV. 1939. \"The Story of the Voorlezer's House.\" Pamphlet of the history of Voorlezer House in Richmond, New York and of the area; appeals for donation to restore building. 8 pp. PV. 1947. \"The Story of Mount Holly, New Jersey.\" Booklet about the town in which Mathias Swem, great-grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem, lived and where E[zra] B. swem, grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem, was born. 45 pp. PV. March 1953. \"National Genealogical Society Quarterly: Dutch Systems in Family Naming: New York and New Jersey.\" Article of genealogical research methods; note by Earl Gregg Swem calls this \"a very valuable contribution .\" Part I: 12 pp. PV. Part II: 9 pp. PV. Cy of PV. 9 pp. February 15, 1956. \"Richmondtown Restoration, Staten Island, City of New York.\" Information on the restoration of Richmondtown, Staten Island, New York; picture of Swaim [Swem] house. 1 p. PV. April-June 1956. \"The Staten Island Historian.\" Information on the restoration of Richmondtown, Staten Island, New York; picture of Swaim [Swem] Barn. 16 pp. PV. April-June 1958. \"The Staten Island Historian.\" Information about \"Oude Dorp\" (Old Town), the village where Anthony Swaim's [Swem's] father, Tys Barentsen, settled. 8 pp. PV.","Undated. Map of Belle Plain, Iowa where Earl Gregg Swem was born. 4 pp. D. 14\" x 17 1/2\".","Correpondence of Earl Gregg Swem seeking to find the journal of Mathias Swem [1920], as well as correspondence between EGS and various genealogists, 1952-1957. Rosalie Fellows Bailey's \"Male Ancestry of Dr. Earl G. Swem, Virginia,\" 1953, outlines family origin and history. Various notes by Earl Gregg Swem on the Swems. Two undated charts of the Swem family. March 13, 1920. Mark Kelley, Troy, New York to [?]. Describes the journal of Reverand Mathias Swaim [Swem] which covers his life from birth in 1709 on staten Island to 1 February 1794. 1 p. 8 March 1920. Earl Gregg Swem, New York, New York to Pastor of First Methodist Church, troy, New York Asks for name of secretary of Troy Conference Historical Society which has a journal of Rev. Mathias Swaim [Swem]. Including letter of Pastor AD Augell of First Methodist Church, Troy, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, New York, New York, March 11, 1920. Gives address of Troy Conference Historical Society and custodian of Church library. 14 January 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. Including AN stating genealogical facts on Swem family, 6 October 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 2 pp. TLS. 16 Nov[ember] 1952.rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 6 Dec[ember] 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 2 pp. TLS. 4 December 1952. Janet Fryer, Mount Holly, N.J. to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Explains the copies of deeds of Mathias Swem which she sent him; describes Burlington County, N.J. where Mathias Swem lived. 2 pp. 26 April 1953. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 26 April 1953. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl G[regg] Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Bill for services and expenses accumulated during her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 1 June 1953. Harold W. Griffis, Troy, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Relays that the Troy Conference Historical Society has been moved to Ticonderoga, New York 1 p. TLS. 27 August 1953. Donald E. Meyers, Trenton, New Jersey to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. States that his office has no record of Cornelius Swem and that papers relating to \"the Swime [Swem] matter\" were sent to Dr. Swem on 27 May 1953. 1 p. TLS. 1953. Manuscript by Rosalie Fellows Bailey written for Dr. Earl Gregg Swem. \"Early Memebers of the Swem Family in America.\" 25 pp. TMs. 21 March 1954. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York, to Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 23 February 1957. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Asks for news to put in the information on Swem family. Including, AN, recording an error on date of Elizabeth Brayman Swem's death, undated. undated. Genealogical notes which do not mention Swem or any variation of the Swem name. 2 pp. AMs. undated. Records copied by Earl Gregg Swem from the Bible of Mrs. Ben[jamin] Herr (daughter or granddaughter of David H. Wilson and Abagail Swem of West Liberty, Iowa). pp. TMs. undated. Notes on Jonathon Swaim and his descendants. 5 pp. AMs. Including AMsS, by Earl Gregg Swem, about the Swaim family in Indiana and North Carolina, undated. 1 p. undated. Genealogical note written in Swedish (?) about \"Arnold Swem.\" 1 p. AMs. undated. Swem, Brayman notes from H. Stanley Craig's \"Marriages in Burlington Co., N.J.\" copied by Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. AMs. undated. Odd notes about the Swem family by Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. Ams.","Two genealogical charts made for Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. Earl Gregg Swem notes that his own information on the Swems, carries the line back \"several generations,\" yet these charts are highly important.\"","Letters received by Earl Gregg Swem III from various Swem and Luse family members, 1978-1982. Biographical sketch of Earl Gregg Swem as sent to his nephew Theodor Swem in 1954. Xeroxed photographs of the Swem family. January 12, 1978. Theodor R. Swem, Evergreen, Colorado to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. Pst. of January 18, 1978. W.G. Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Corrrespondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. Including TLS responding to W.G. Swaim, 2 pp. February 10, 1978. Bill Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. February 12, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 2 pp. February 24, 1978. Bill Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 2 pp. May 7, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 3 pp. August 3, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 3 pp. December 1978. Ruth and Warren Swem, North Hollywood, Ca. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. ACS. 5 March 1982. Robert Swem, Forest, Indiana, to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. Including TMs listing Swem family according to state residency, 3 pp. undated. Genealogical notes by Earl Gregg Swem I showing the Wright line, the Gregg line and the Luse line. Sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 8 pp. Pst. of undated Biographical sketch of Earl Gregg Swem sent to his nephew Theodor Swem, 4 Feb[rauary] 1954. Outlines lifetime achievements and family history; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 9 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated. Epigraph of Dr. Frederick Starr, included in correspondence regarding Swem family and others; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated Pictures of Eli Swem, James Madison Swem, Amber Swem Taylor, Asa Swem, Pheobe Gregg Swem, and Asa and Catherine Gregg; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of Ph. undated. \"A Statement to the Republicans of Linn County,\" by Edward Lawrence Swem; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III from Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of PV.","Inventories, wills, and documents appointing executors of estates of the Luse (Luce) family, 1744-1813. Correspondence regarding family history, 1903-1957. undated notes and articles about the Luses. Two photographic prints, of Mary Lacock Luse, 1891 and Reddyn Luse's home, November 1745. Inventory of the estate of Benjamin Luse. 3 pp. Pst. of DS. February 11, 1760. Inventory of goods and chattles of Matthais Luce estate, taken by Joseph Luse, Natahniel Reeve, Walter Brown. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. April 30, 1760. Record of Susannah Luse relinguishing her sattusas administrator of her husband's (Zephaniah Luse) estate to W[illia]m Samuel Kimble. 1 p. Pst. of DS. May 5, 1760. Document stating Samuel Kimble as administrator of estate of Zephaniah Luce. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including sworn statement by John Smith, May 5, 1760. 1 p. Pst. of DS. May 12, 1760. Inventory of goods belonging to Zepaniah Luce of Morris County, New Jersey, taken by Samuel Kimble, Nathaniel Drake, and Benjamin Luse. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. October 16, 1760. document declaring Joseph Luce the administrator of estate of Matthias Luce. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. January 23, 1771. Last will and testament of David Luse, Morris County, New Jersey. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. Including Pst. of DS of executors W[illia]m Ogdon, Elijah Horton and Jalesh (?) Bell, February 23, 1771. 1 p. February 20, 1771. Inventory of David Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including DS nothing that David Brown, administrator of David Luse's estate, did carry out his responsibilities upon Luse's death, June 15, 1773. 2 pp. February 21, 1780. appoints John starke and Nathan Luse the administrators of the estate of Walter Luse. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. February 21, 1780. Hannah Luse, widow of Walter Luse, renounces her position as administrator of her husband's estate. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. October 20, 1813. Inventory of Hannah Luse signed by John Starke. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. October 21, 1813. Last will and testament of Hannah Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. February 3, 1903. T.S. Mills, Chicago, Illinois to C.P. Hays, Chicago, Ill. Relates family news and history. 2 pp. July 22, 1915. Charles L. Hays, Eldora, Iowa to Earl GreggSwem, Richmond, Virginia. Outlines history of Sarah Coen Mills Hays, great grandmother of Earl Gregg Swem. 2 pp. TLS. Including notes on margin by Earl Gregg Swem. September 24, 1925. Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia to the First Baptist Church, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Acknowledges receipts of publication \"The First Baptist Church of Pittsburg;\" cites an incorrect passage about the founders of the church. 2 pp. TL. November 7, 1925. Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia to William E. Lincoln, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Has casually studied manuscripts of Baptist Historical Society and suggests they search for material about the establishment of Baptist churches in Pennsylvania at other institutions. 2 pp. TL. September 27, 1955. Louise Reid Rainer, Yazoo City, Mississippi to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, Relates her efforts to trace the genealogy of the Luse family; asks about the history of ross and Reid families. 1 p. TLS. November 7, 1955. Louise R. Rainer, Yazoo City, Mississippi to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, Relates information about the Luse-Luce family. 1 p. TLS. Including note at bottom by Earl Gregg Swem. September 28, 1957. Mrs. Clarence A. Pease, Sr., Clear Lake, Iowa to Mrs. Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia. Traces Luse genealogy. 4 pp. undated. Relates the importance of Bevan family and Luce family living next to each other in Gloucester and Horton County. Taken from \"History of Martha's Vineyard, Mass.\" 1 p. TMs. undated. Relates descendants of Arthur Bevan and his English origins; notes he was neighbor of a Luce family. 1 p. TMs. undated Outline of Eleazor Leed family and their connection with the Luce family. 1 p. TMs. undated Earl Gregg Swem describes relation of Earl Gregg Swem to Luse family of Martha's Vineyard and of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. undated. Notes about the Luse family and their residency in Martha's Vineyard; [Earl Gregg Swem] records helpfulness of the books Lawrence Litchfield and his Descendants and the Early Germans of New Jersey, Their History, Churches and Genealogies. 3 pp. AMs. 1891. Photographic print, 3\"x5\", black and white, portrait of Mary Lacock Luse, the grandmother of Emeline Luse Swem, Earl Gregg Swem's mother, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1 item. (P1) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x5\", black and white, front view of the West Liberty, Iowa home of Reddyn Luse, grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item. (P2)","Last will and testament of Benjamin Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including sworn statement by John Smyth. Will proved November 2, 1749. 1 p. Pst. of DS.","Letters, 1936-1945, to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem regarding her family, the Farishes. undated notes and articles on Farish genealogy. May 25, 1936. L.K. Wine, Culpeper, Virginia to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Is sending him information on his wife's family, the Farishes. 2 pp. January 3, 1941. Mary Lee Somerville, Culpeper, Va. to Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem, Describes history of the Farish family. 4 pp. December 10, 1945. Archibald G. Robertson, Orange, Virginia to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, williamsburg, Va. Information on background of Lewis Rogers, in answer to Swem's inquiry. 1 p. TLS. undated. \"Orange Co[unty], Va.- Farish,\" written by L.K. Wine. Notes on the Farish family of Orange County, Virginia; Culpeper County, Virginia; Virginia Banks by Mrs. P.L. Mann;\" \"Spotsylvania County Records by Croyier\" (Emily Farish was Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem's grandmother). 12 pp. TCy. undated. \"The Farish Family.\" Notes on land grants and property owned by the Farishes, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. TD. Including ALS from L.K. Wine, to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, undated. Note about her genealogical research on the Farishes. undated. Note regarding the Farish family and their relation to Gabriel Gray, Jr. 2 pp. N. undated. Notes on Robert Farish and the Farish family, \"quoted from W.G. Stanard, Richmond, Virginia. (W).\" 2 pp. N. undated. Newspaper clipping of the funeral of Miss Mary Slaughter. Tp. Nwscl.","1834 marriage announcement of Edward Smith. 1936 letter to Earl Gregg Swem about researching the Smith family, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. \"Smith of King George County, Virginia and Some Allied Families,\" a 1937 volume researching of Smith ancestry. undated notes and articles, including notes on the death of Austin Smith and a family tree. October 1, 1834. announcement of marriage between Edward Smith and Maragret S. Dade, as appeared in the Fredericksburg Virginia Herald. 1 p. TC. Including TC by G.H.S. King, October 10, 1957, adding that Edwrad Smith had been appointed Clerk of King George County Court. March 19, 1936. Susan Henderson Wright, Portsmouth, Virginia to Earl Gregg Swem, Agrees to research the ancestry of his wife's family. 6 pp. 1937. \"Smith of King Gerorge County Virginia and Some Allied Families.\" Notes on the ancestors of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 12 pp. TMs. undated. Excerpt from Debow's Review and Industrial Resources, Statistics, etc. Volume XXVI - January-June 1859. Article entitled \"The Valleys of Virginia - The Rappahannock,\" by George Fitzhugh. 5 pp. TCy of PV. Including the poem \"I'm Waiting For Ships That Never Come In,\" no author, undated. 1 p. undated. Information about the death of Austin Smith, the great grandfather of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. C. undated. Notes about the death of Austin Smith and Sydney Smith, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. AMs. undated. Notes on births, marriages, and deaths of Smith family. 1 p. AMs. undated. Family tree of the Smiths, ancestors of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. Erarl Gregg Swem noted errors on the tree and made corrections. (See oversize file). 1 p. XCy of d.","Cartes de Visite and photographic prints of Emeline Luse Swem and Edward Lawrence Swem, parents of Earl Gregg Swem as well as Elizabeth Luse Nichols, sister of Emeline Luse Swem. 1864. Carte de visite, 4\"x2 1/2\", black and white, front view of Elizabeth Luse Nichols, sister of Emeline Luse Swem. 1 item Ph. (P1) 1891. Carte de visite, 4\"x6 1/2\", head and shoulders view of Emeline Luse, mother of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P2) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem, mother of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P3) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem sitting in a porch rocking chair. 1 item Ph. (P4, P5, P6) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", blavk and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem. 1 item Ph. (P7) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x6\", black and white, three quarters front view of Emeline Swem sitting in a rocking chair, surrounded by plants. 1 item Ph. (P8) undated. Photographic print, 4 3/4\"x6 7/8\", black and white, full length view of Emeline Swem reading a book in a chair. 1 item Ph. (P9) 1891. Carte de visite, 4\"x6\", black and white, three quarters front view of Edward Lawrence Swem, father of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P10) undated. Carte de visite, 9 3/4\"x5\", black and white, three quarters front view of Edward Lawrence Swem standing with hand in his overcoat. 1 item Ph. (P11) undated. Carte de visite, oval print mounted on 4\"x6\" card, black and white, head and shoulders view of else. 1 item Ph. (P12) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x5\", black and white, showing Edward and Emeline Luse sitting down next to a window in a parlor. 1 item Ph. (P13)","Tin types, cartes de visite, photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem, from childhood through adulthood. circa 1875. Tin type, 6 1/2\"x4 3/4\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem \"about 5 years old,\" posing for photographer with straw hat on head. 1 item Ph. (P14) ca. 1881. Tin type, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length view of Earl Gregg Swem posing for a photographer, sitting on a \"wall\" with a backdrop of a garden. 1 item Ph. (P15) ca. 1884. Carte de visite, 4\"x6 1/2\", black and white, waist length view of Earl Gregg Swem posing for a phtographer at \"Swem,\" \"Cottage Gallery,\" Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1 item Ph. (P16) 5 Nov[ember] 1930. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem with President of senior class; Dr. Wagener, President Chandler; Governor Pollard; Colonel Williams; another student; Dr. Hoke. This is the ceremony where the college formally presents the Governor of Vrginia witha copy of Latin verses; EGS holds the mace next to the Governor. 1 item Ph. (P17) 1942. Copy of photographic print, 12\"x8 3/4\", black and white, waist high, front view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting at desk with bookcases behind him. 1 item Ph. (P18) [Ca. 1942]. Copy of Photographic print, 8 1/2\"x7\", black and white, full length, partial side view of Earl Gregg Swem seated at a table, with bookcases behind him. 1 item Ph. (P19) [ca. 1942]. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, Earl Gregg Swem, seated on couch, at right, with John Stewart Bryan and Robert M. Hughes, Jr. 1 item Ph. (P21) undated. Copy of Photographic print, 2 1/2\"x5\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Dr. Earl Gregg Swem. This is a composite picture; he is shown with Dr. E.M. Gathmey and Dr. J.R. Geiger. 1 item Ph. (P22) undated. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, full length, side view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting at the end of a table; pointing at and looking at a book with four men and one woman. 1 item Ph. (P23) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x8\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem as photographed by Underwood \u0026 Underwood, Washington, [D.C.]. 1 item Ph. (P24) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x8\", black and white, waist length, front view of Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, sitting in a chair, clasping his hands, as photographed by Underwood \u0026 Underwood, Washinton, [D.C.], 1 item Ph. (P25) undated. Photographic print. 7\"x10\", black and white, waist length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, as photographed by Greystone Studios, New York, N.Y, 1 item Ph. (P26) undated. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, three quarters length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem with unidentified man who is holding a Jamestown 350th Anniversary booklet. 1 item Ph. (P27) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x4\", color, profile, full length view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting outside wih legs crossed. 1 item Ph. (P28) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", black and white, front view of Earl Gregg Swem's home on Chandler Court in Williamsburg, Va. 3 items Ph. (P29, P30, P31) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", color full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, his wife Lilia, and his mother Emeline, and an unidentified couple. All are seated in a semi-circle. 1 item Ph. (P32) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", color, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, his wife Lilia, and his mother Emeline, and an unidentified couple. All are seated in a semi-circle and EGS has his eyes closed. 1 item Ph. (P33)","Photographic print, 14\"x10\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem \"Proof only\" from Greystone Studios, New york, New York (See medium oversize file). 1 item Ph. (P34)","Cartes de visite, photographic prints of Leota Swem, Theodor Swem and family. 1884. Carte de visite, 4 1/4 x6 1/2, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Leota Swem, 18 years old, in her graduating dress, High School, Cedar Rapids, [Iowa]. 1 item Ph. (P35) 1914. Photographic print, 5 1/4 x3 1/2, black and white, head and shoulders view of Leota Swem. 1 item Ph. (P36) 1914. Photographic print, 2x3, black and white, head and shoulders view of Leota Swem. 1 item Ph. (P37) 1946. Photographic print, 2x3, color, full length, front view of Susie Swem and her Aunt Leota. 1 item Ph. (P38) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/4 x3 1/4, black and white, full length, front view of Leota Swem with Emeline Swem, sitting on a porch swing, wearing fur coats. 1 item Ph. (P39) undated. Photographic print, 2 3/4 x 4 3/4, black and white, Leota Swem, in a light colored dress, sitting on a porch step, with Emeline Swem, in middle, and an unidentified woman. 1 item Ph. (P40) 21 December 1947. Photographic print, 4x5, black and white, full length, front view of Mr. and Mrs. Theodor Swem on their wedding day. Theodor Swem was the nephew of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P41) 23 August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, waist length, front view of Barbara rae Swem (daughter of Theodor Swem), seated at a table with birthday cake. 1 item Ph. (P42) August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Ginny Swem (Theodor Swem's daughter), standing outside in a poodle skirt and white blouse, holding a purse with both hands. 1 item Ph. (P43) August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Barbara Rae Swem, Dora Swem, and Ginny Swem, sitting on a coach together. 1 item Ph. (P44) Sept[ember] 1958/ Photographic print, 2 1/2x 5, black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Susannah Lea Swem (daughter of Edward R. Swem) sitting outside. 1 item Ph. (P45) 10 October 1958. Photographic, 3 1/2x5, black and white, head and shoulders, side view of Teddy (son of Theodor Swem), looking at his birthday cak. 1 item Ph. (P46) Nov[ember] 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Teddy Swem, standing against a wall. 1 item Ph. (P47) Nov[ember] 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Teddy Swem, standing against a wall, wearing an overcoat and hat. 1 item Ph. (P48) 10 Dec[ember] 1961. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Ted's Swem's children, Teddy, Ginny, and Barbara Rae, seated on chair, looking at book. 1 item Ph. (P49) undated. Photographic print, 3 7/8x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Mr. and Mrs. Theodor Swem and infant daughter Barbara Rae, seated on couch. 1 item Ph. (P50) undated. Photographic print, 3x4, black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Theodor Swem; composite picture of him, wearing a dark suit. 1 item Ph. (P51) undated. Photographic print, 2 5/8x3 1/2, black and white, head and shoulders, front view, Theodor Swem; composite picture of him, wearing a polka dot tie. 1 item Ph. (P52)","Cartes de visite, photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem and Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a child. Photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his family, including earl Gregg Swem III. September 24, 1910. Carte visite, 6 1/2\"x11\", black and white waist length, back view of Earl Gregg Swem, holding Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. on his shoulders. Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., whose face and arms are shown, is about 3 months old. Taken by H.P. Cook, Richmond, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P53) [ca. 1913]. Photographic print, 3 3/8\"x5 3/8\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. standing on a chair, wearing a white sailor suit; he is about three years old.\" 1 item Ph. (P54) December 1957. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his wife Anne standing on front of a Christmas tree, looking at each other. 1 item Ph. (P56) December 1957. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and hwite, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his wife Anne standing side by side, with \"Lassie\" the dog. 1 item Ph. (P57) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x?\" (cut into a circle. possibly for frame), black and hwite, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a baby, stannding in front of a tree, holding a letter, wearing a straw hat and looking down towards the ground. 1 item Ph. (P58) undated. Photographic print, 3 3/8\"x5 3/8\", black and white, full length, front view of young Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. standing on a chair, wearing a white overcoat and a dark hat with a white feather stuck in the isde. he is looking away from the camera, to the right. Taken by Layton Studio, Richmond, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P59) undated. Photographic Print, 4 1/4\"x6\", black and white, full length front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., seated in a white dress, and playing with a toy train. 1 item Ph. (P61) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., left wearing a white dress and grasping the chair on which Edward Swem sits. 1 item Ph. (P63) undated. Photographic print, 3 3/4\"x5 1/2\", black and white, waist length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. sitting on his father's lap; both are holding and looking at a book. 1 item Ph. (P63) undated. Photographic print, 1 1/2\"x?\" (oval composite), head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a young man. 1 item Ph. (P65) undated. Photogrpahic print, 4 1/2\"x6 1/2\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a young man. 1 item Ph. (P66) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., standing outside in a military uniform, with his hands held behind his back. 1 item Ph. (P67) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profils of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding Earl Gregg Swem II, an infant, to the camera. 2 items Ph. (P68, P69) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr. holding Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant, on her hip, so that he faces the camera. 1 item Ph. (P70) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding a blanket around Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant (with his eyes closed.) 1 item Ph. (P71) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding a blanket around Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant. 1 item Ph. (P72) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/4\", black and white, full length, back view, of Earl Gregg Swem III lying on his stomach, nude, holding his head up. 1 item Ph. (P73) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/4\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, wearing a snow suit and cap, sitting on a tricycle. 1 item Ph. (P74) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x5\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view, of Earl Gregg Swem III, wearing a white shirt. 1 item Ph. (P75) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, in front of \"Spadehaven,\" home of Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., Williamsburg, Va.. 1 item Ph. (P76) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, and his father Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., seated on steps of \"Spadehaven,\" home of Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., 1 item Ph. (P77) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, III and Mrs. Newbury in her Restoration toggery in front of \"Spadehaven.\" 1 item Ph. (P78) undated. Photographic print, 6 3/8\"x4 1/2\", black and white, three quarters length, front view of the nephew of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., Loren Fryer. 1 item Ph. (P79) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 3/8\", waist length, front view of three unidentifed people: a baby in dark overalls, an older woman with glasses (possibly Leota Swem), and a young girl in a plaid shirt, holding a flower. 1 item Ph. (P80) 1957. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", color tinted, full length, front view of HRH Queen Elizabeth and HRH Prince Philip of Chairman of the 350th Anniversary Celebration of the Settlement of Jamestown, Va., and his wife Edith. 1 item Ph. (P81) September 1962. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", color, waist length, front view of Earl and Edna Teagrardeu stand in a rose garden on Lake Washington. 1 item Ph. (P82) August 19 [?]. Photographic print, 2 1/4\"x3\", black and white, full length side view, of an unidentified child, a girl wearing a checkered dress and a bow in her hair, sitting outside on a field of grass. 1 item Ph. (P83) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x3\", black and white, full length, front view of Emeline and Leota Swem and an unidentified woman, all standing in front of a one story home. 1 item Ph. (P84) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x3\", black and white, front view of Earl Gregg Swem's home on Chandler Court, Williamsburg, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P85)","Miscellaneous papers and artifacts of Earl Gregg Swem family, including newsclippings, school papers, and cards as well as a lock of hair. December 1919. Christmas card from Earl Gregg Swem, to his \"dear wife,\" Lilia. 1 item 30 December 1912. \"A Curl from little Earl [Gregg Swem, Jr.],\" at 2 years and 6 months. 1 item. [ca. 1919]. Letter from Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. to Santa Claus, at age 9 years. 1 item. Circa 1938. Newspaper clipping about Emeline Swem and her garden of morning glories. 1 item. 1953. Letter from Earl Gregg Swem III to \"Old Daddy\" [Earl Gregg Swem], wishing him good health. 1 item. March 28, 1955. Invitation from Earl Gregg Swem III to his parents, asking them to the \"Assembly Program,\" \"Reading Can Be Fun.\" Attached is a construction paper \"card\" with illustration by Earl Gregg Swem III. 2 items. April 1, 1955. Assembly programs for \"Reading Can Be Fun,\" Earl Gregg Swem III's class presentation. Attached is an illustrated construction paper cover. 2 items. December 29, 1961. Newsclipping of Earl Greg (sic) Swem and his friends caroling for neighbors Miss Mamie Howell and Travis Howell. 1 item. undated. Program for the Mid-Winter Concert of Atherton High School. Earl Gregg Swem III sang in the Atherton Choruses. 1 item. undated. Bookplate of Leota Swem. 1 item. undated. Copy of woodcut by Worth Bailey of Spadehaven. 1 item.","Gregg Family Letters and explanatory notes by Earl Gregg Swem.","Letters to Earl Gregg Swem regarding Swem and Gregg family history; explanatory notes by Earl Gregg Swem.","Materials relating to the Wright family; Earl Gregg Swem's great grandmother Martha Wright, married Eli Gregg. TLSs and Cy of D. 3 items. Including TMss, Mss, undated papers regarding the Gregg, Swem and Wright families.","Printed materials regarding Gregg family history. PMs. 3 items.","Correspondence about the Lacock family of Virginia and Washington Co., Pa. ALSs, Cys of TLSs. 12 items. Including ALSs, undated., letter about Lacock family history. 2 items.","Legal documents pertaining to the Lacock family. Phsts. 2 items. Including Mss, undated notes on Lacock family. 2 items.","Newspaper article on Abner Lacock. NwsCl. 1 item. Including PMs, undated articles from unidentified journals about Abner Lacock. 2 items.","Correspondence between Earl Gregg Swem and relatives and aquaintances about the Swem family; notes included. ALSs, Cys of TLSs, PMs. 35 items.","Correspondence between Earl Gregg Swem and relatives and acquaintances about the Swem family; notes and printed materials included. ALSs, Cys of TLSs, PMs, Mss. 26 items. Including ALS, CS and PM, undated, material regarding the Swem family. 3 items.","Letters and notes about the Hansbrough family. ALSs, TLSs, Mss, TCys of ALSs. 22 items. Including ACS, Mss, undated, card and notes about the Hansbrough family. 4 items.","Document from the Stafford County Deed Book about James Hansborough. Phst. 1 item. Including TMs, undated, \"Hansborough Records.\" 1 item.","Hansborough Bible records and other notes; fragments of \"A Mother's prayer,\" and \"When in future distant years..\" Mss, TMss, frags. 11 items. Including NwsCl., ca. 1935, clipping about Reverand John Thompson who built Salubria in 1742, later owned by James Hansborough. 1 item.","Letters to and from Earl Gregg Swem and Lilia Swem regarding Lilia Swem's family history. ALSs, TLSs, ACSs. 18 items. Including ACS, 17 April [?], card to Lilia Swem. 1 item.","Documents and article relating to Dade family. Phsts. 3 items.","Lilia Swem's application and certification for membership in the Daughter's of the American Revolution and the Order of the First Families of Virginia. TMSs and Ms. 2 items.","Newspaper and magazine articles about and by Earl Gregg Swem; including family obituaries. NwsCls. 21 items.","Printed materials regarding the career of Earl Gregg Swem. PMs, TMss. 20 items. Including ALSs, 13 October 1953-7 April 1958, miscellaneous letters to Swem. 2 items.","Clippings and materials about A. Raymond Swem and Leota Swem, brother and sister of Earl Gregg Swem; also includes the will of Leota Swem. NwsCls. and Ds. 12 items.","This series consists of photographs of members of the Hansbrough family, relatives of Earl Gregg Swem's wife, Lilia Hansbrough Swem. Includes letter from Anne B. Farr (daughter of Margaret Ellen Hough Farr) to Earl Gregg Swem III describing the four photographs.","4 1/2\" x 6\", black and white print. 1 item.","5\" x 7\" black and white print. 1 item.","2 1/2\" x 3 1/2\" black and white print. 1 item.","3 1/4\" x 3 1/2\" color print. 1 item.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Farish family","Gregg family","Hansbrough family","Luce family","Smith family","Swaim family","Swem family","Wright family","Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971","Swem, Lilia Hansbrough","English"],"unitid_tesim":["Mss. 82 Swem4, 2000.049","/repositories/2/resources/8693"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Earl Gregg Swem Genealogy Collection"],"collection_title_tesim":["Earl Gregg Swem Genealogy Collection"],"collection_ssim":["Earl Gregg Swem Genealogy Collection"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"geogname_ssm":["Virginia--Genealogy"],"geogname_ssim":["Virginia--Genealogy"],"creator_ssm":["Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971"],"creator_ssim":["Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971"],"creator_persname_ssim":["Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971"],"creators_ssim":["Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971"],"places_ssim":["Virginia--Genealogy"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"acqinfo_ssim":["Gift"],"access_subjects_ssim":["Correspondence","Financial records","Photographs","Receipts (financial records)"],"access_subjects_ssm":["Correspondence","Financial records","Photographs","Receipts (financial records)"],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"extent_ssm":["1.25 Linear Feet"],"extent_tesim":["1.25 Linear Feet"],"genreform_ssim":["Correspondence","Financial records","Photographs","Receipts (financial records)"],"date_range_isim":[1719,1720,1721,1722,1723,1724,1725,1726,1727,1728,1729,1730,1731,1732,1733,1734,1735,1736,1737,1738,1739,1740,1741,1742,1743,1744,1745,1746,1747,1748,1749,1750,1751,1752,1753,1754,1755,1756,1757,1758,1759,1760,1761,1762,1763,1764,1765,1766,1767,1768,1769,1770,1771,1772,1773,1774,1775,1776,1777,1778,1779,1780,1781,1782,1783,1784,1785,1786,1787,1788,1789,1790,1791,1792,1793,1794,1795,1796,1797,1798,1799,1800,1801,1802,1803,1804,1805,1806,1807,1808,1809,1810,1811,1812,1813,1814,1815,1816,1817,1818,1819,1820,1821,1822,1823,1824,1825,1826,1827,1828,1829,1830,1831,1832,1833,1834,1835,1836,1837,1838,1839,1840,1841,1842,1843,1844,1845,1846,1847,1848,1849,1850,1851,1852,1853,1854,1855,1856,1857,1858,1859,1860,1861,1862,1863,1864,1865,1866,1867,1868,1869,1870,1871,1872,1873,1874,1875,1876,1877,1878,1879,1880,1881,1882,1883,1884,1885,1886,1887,1888,1889,1890,1891,1892,1893,1894,1895,1896,1897,1898,1899,1900,1901,1902,1903,1904,1905,1906,1907,1908,1909,1910,1911,1912,1913,1914,1915,1916,1917,1918,1919,1920,1921,1922,1923,1924,1925,1926,1927,1928,1929,1930,1931,1932,1933,1934,1935,1936,1937,1938,1939,1940,1941,1942,1943,1944,1945,1946,1947,1948,1949,1950,1951,1952,1953,1954,1955,1956,1957,1958,1959,1960,1961,1962,1963,1964,1965,1966,1967,1968,1969,1970,1971,1972,1973,1974,1975,1976,1977,1978,1979,1980,1981,1982],"accessrestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCollection is open to all researchers. 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Families on which there is data include Swem (Swaim), Luce, Gregg, Wright, Farish and Smith. Includes written histories, documents, genealogical charts, correspondence, and newspaper clippings.","Addition 2000.49 is described on PDF inventory.","This series consists of genealogical material organized by Earl Gregg Swem that are described under the collection number Mss. 82 Swem 4.","Census records, family trees, and written histories on the Swem Family. July 31, 1762. Document obligating Daniel Swime and Absalom Hankins, administrators of the estate of Cornelius Swime, to prepare an inventory of his estate. 2 pp. Handwritten notes on deed of land in Hanover County, New Jersey, to Mathias Swem. 2 pp. cy of DS. June 13, 1799. Handwritten notes on deed of Mathias Swem recording his membership and appointment as trustee of the Methodist Church in Wrightstown, NJ. 3 pp. Cy of DS. Including AN, by Earl Gregg Swem about importance of document, undated. 2 pp. March 14, 1814. Handwritten notes on deed of Mathias Swem to Pearson Hamilton. 1 p. Cy of D. 1800. Census record on Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of D. Including AN, about possible relationships between different lines of the Swem family, undated. 1810. Census record on the Swem family of Staten Island, New York, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 Macrh, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1820. Census record of Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1830. Census records on the Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 18, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1850. Census records of Swem Family listed on the index of Ohio census sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, about Marshall Boarman's research done on various lines of the Swem Family, undated. 20 Sep[tember], 1850. Census record of the Swems of Duchoquet T[o]w[nshi]p, Auglaize County, Ohio. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, asking if the Ezera Swem listed in the census was the father of E.B. Swem, undated. 18 Nov[ember], 1850. Census records of Swem Family of Harrison Township in Darke County, Ohio sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March [10]74. Including AN, about the possible origins of the Swem families listed in census, undated. 7 Aug[ust], 1860. Census records of Swem Family of Wapsinonoc Township, in Muscatine County, Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marsha;; Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, explaining that Ezra Swem and family were living in Belle Plaine, Iowa at the time of 1870 census, undated. 7 July, 1870. Census record of Swem Family of Belle Plaine Township, Benton County, Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 16 June, 1880. Census records of Swem Family of West Liberty, Muscatine Co[unty], Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including TN, stating facts about Laurence Swem and Phebe Swem. April 1873. \"Letter to a Brother,\" Grancille Stuart to James Stuart from the \"Montana Magazine of History\" mentions Amanda Swem who was Earl Gregg Swem III's great grand aunt; sent to Earl Gregg [Swem III] by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 19 74. 6 pp. Pst. of PV. 28 Sept[ember] 1900. Samuel Stuart's application for military pension; shows relation to Amanda Swem and Pheobe Stuart. Boarman's grandmother; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman. 19 March, 19 74. 1 p. Pst. of D. 10 July, 1909. Application of Amanda [Swem] Stuart for widow's pension; shows relation to Samuel staurt and Pheobe Stuart, Boarman's grandmother; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 19 March, 1974. Marshall Boarman, Washington, D.C. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Elaborates on enclosed genealogical material on Swem Family. 2 pp. TLS. undated. Chapter from the History of Martha's Vineyard regarding the Luce family. 6 pp. Pst. of PV. undated. Information on New York and New Jersey Swems not yet known to be connected with the Earl Gregg Swem Family; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 8 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated. Family trees showing descendants of Amanda Swem; information sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March, 1974. 6 pp. Pst. of TMs. Including undated, at bottom of page 1 showing Marshall Boarman's relationship with Earl Gregg Swem III as third cousins. AN.","Last will and testament of Anthony Sweem [Swem]. Pst. of D.","Inventory of goods and chattles of the estate of Cornelius Swime. 2 pp. Pst. of D.","Copy of a history of West Liberty, Iowa where the Swems, Greggs, and Luses settled in the 1830's, 1840's, and 1850's, an article on Asa Gregg, and 1954 and 1958 letters from Earl Gregg Swem to his nephew Theodor Swem. 1878. Personal Recollection of Early Settlement of Wapsinonoc Township and the Murder of Atwood by the Indains, by Asa Gregg, history of Wapsinonoc, Iowa and a directory of the town West Liberty, Iowa, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974, 40 pp. Pst. of PV. Including TLS from Earl Gregg Swem, to \"Ray', undated, describing Asa Gregg's history of Wapsinonoc. 1 p. 1889. a biography of Asa Gregg from a history of Muscatine County, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of PV. 1910. \"Log Cabin History\" by Lemuel Mosher, a history of West Liberty, Iowa, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 49 pp. Pst. of PV. Including TLS, 7 October 1958, from Uncle Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted [Theodor Swem, his nephew], undated, describing \"Log Cabin History.\" 1 p. 4 February, 1954. Uncle Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted (Theodor Swem), Has sent a bibliographical sketch of himself to Ted which includes some genealogical information; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of December 24, 1958. Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted (Theodor Swem), Correspondence regarding Swem family and others; sent to earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of May 31, 1974. Marshall Boarman, Washington, D.C. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Lists and explains the correspondence and notes regarding Swem family which he [MB] has sent to Gregg. 4 pp. TLS.","Articles on Ezra Brown Swem, a minister in New Light Christianity and of Darke County, Ohio. a copy of the 1944 book \"The Quaker Greggs.\" 1889. \"Portrait and Biographical Album of Muscatine County, Iowa,\" sketches of \"Prominent and Representative Citizens\" of Muscatine County which Marshall Boarman used for information on the history of Lizzie Stuart, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 26, 1974. 79 pp. Pst. of PV. 1944. \"The Quaker Greggs\" by Hazel May Middleton Kendall. Outlines the \"origin, history, activities and personalities\" of Gregg family; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 26 March 1974. 56 pp. Pst. of PV. Including Pst. of PV, 1959, from \"A Short History of the Gregg Family,\" by Elma Gregg. Provides additional genealogical information on Gregg family. 7 pp. March 26, 1974. Marshall [Boarman], Washington, D.C., to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Thanks Swem for sending him items on family history and explains items which he [MB] has sent to Swem. 3 pp. TLS. undated. \"The Swem Family,\" notes by Marshall Boarman to Earl Gregg Swem III. explains New Light Christianity in which Ezra Brown Swem was a minister. 1 p. TMS. Including Pst. of PV, histories of Darke County, Ohio and its township of Harnson; also description of New Light Christianity. 6 pp. Including Pst. of PV, a description of Belle Plaine, Ohio, undated. 4 pp. Including Pst. of family tree of Swem ancestry, undated. 1 item. All items sent to Earl Gregg Swem by Marshall Boarman, March 26, 1974.","A book, map, and several pamphlets (1896-1958) on Richmondton, New York, located in Staten Island, where a part of the Swem family settled. a 1947 booklet describing Mount Holly, New Jersey, the home of Mathias Swem and Ezra Brown Swem. 1896. \"Staten Islands Names. Ye Olde Names and Nicknames.\" Booklet of names and descriptions of area; p. 62 marks \"Swaim's or LaForge Lane.\" 76 pp. PV. Including map of region. 1 p. 1937. \"The Historic Village of Richmond and Vicinity Staten Island, New York\" History of Richmond and various sites, mentioning Swaim [Swem] Family as town citizens. 6 pp. PV. 1938. \"Hagstrom's Map of Richmond (Staten Island), New York.\" Swaim [Swem] Avenue is shown on map. 1 map. 1 p. 1938. \"The Work of the Staten Island Historical Society and the Historical Museum.\" Pamphlet of the history, operation, goals and accomplishments of the Staten Island Historical Society. 4 pp. PV. 1939. \"The Story of the Voorlezer's House.\" Pamphlet of the history of Voorlezer House in Richmond, New York and of the area; appeals for donation to restore building. 8 pp. PV. 1947. \"The Story of Mount Holly, New Jersey.\" Booklet about the town in which Mathias Swem, great-grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem, lived and where E[zra] B. swem, grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem, was born. 45 pp. PV. March 1953. \"National Genealogical Society Quarterly: Dutch Systems in Family Naming: New York and New Jersey.\" Article of genealogical research methods; note by Earl Gregg Swem calls this \"a very valuable contribution .\" Part I: 12 pp. PV. Part II: 9 pp. PV. Cy of PV. 9 pp. February 15, 1956. \"Richmondtown Restoration, Staten Island, City of New York.\" Information on the restoration of Richmondtown, Staten Island, New York; picture of Swaim [Swem] house. 1 p. PV. April-June 1956. \"The Staten Island Historian.\" Information on the restoration of Richmondtown, Staten Island, New York; picture of Swaim [Swem] Barn. 16 pp. PV. April-June 1958. \"The Staten Island Historian.\" Information about \"Oude Dorp\" (Old Town), the village where Anthony Swaim's [Swem's] father, Tys Barentsen, settled. 8 pp. PV.","Undated. Map of Belle Plain, Iowa where Earl Gregg Swem was born. 4 pp. D. 14\" x 17 1/2\".","Correpondence of Earl Gregg Swem seeking to find the journal of Mathias Swem [1920], as well as correspondence between EGS and various genealogists, 1952-1957. Rosalie Fellows Bailey's \"Male Ancestry of Dr. Earl G. Swem, Virginia,\" 1953, outlines family origin and history. Various notes by Earl Gregg Swem on the Swems. Two undated charts of the Swem family. March 13, 1920. Mark Kelley, Troy, New York to [?]. Describes the journal of Reverand Mathias Swaim [Swem] which covers his life from birth in 1709 on staten Island to 1 February 1794. 1 p. 8 March 1920. Earl Gregg Swem, New York, New York to Pastor of First Methodist Church, troy, New York Asks for name of secretary of Troy Conference Historical Society which has a journal of Rev. Mathias Swaim [Swem]. Including letter of Pastor AD Augell of First Methodist Church, Troy, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, New York, New York, March 11, 1920. Gives address of Troy Conference Historical Society and custodian of Church library. 14 January 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. Including AN stating genealogical facts on Swem family, 6 October 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 2 pp. TLS. 16 Nov[ember] 1952.rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 6 Dec[ember] 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 2 pp. TLS. 4 December 1952. Janet Fryer, Mount Holly, N.J. to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Explains the copies of deeds of Mathias Swem which she sent him; describes Burlington County, N.J. where Mathias Swem lived. 2 pp. 26 April 1953. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 26 April 1953. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl G[regg] Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Bill for services and expenses accumulated during her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 1 June 1953. Harold W. Griffis, Troy, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Relays that the Troy Conference Historical Society has been moved to Ticonderoga, New York 1 p. TLS. 27 August 1953. Donald E. Meyers, Trenton, New Jersey to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. States that his office has no record of Cornelius Swem and that papers relating to \"the Swime [Swem] matter\" were sent to Dr. Swem on 27 May 1953. 1 p. TLS. 1953. Manuscript by Rosalie Fellows Bailey written for Dr. Earl Gregg Swem. \"Early Memebers of the Swem Family in America.\" 25 pp. TMs. 21 March 1954. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York, to Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 23 February 1957. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Asks for news to put in the information on Swem family. Including, AN, recording an error on date of Elizabeth Brayman Swem's death, undated. undated. Genealogical notes which do not mention Swem or any variation of the Swem name. 2 pp. AMs. undated. Records copied by Earl Gregg Swem from the Bible of Mrs. Ben[jamin] Herr (daughter or granddaughter of David H. Wilson and Abagail Swem of West Liberty, Iowa). pp. TMs. undated. Notes on Jonathon Swaim and his descendants. 5 pp. AMs. Including AMsS, by Earl Gregg Swem, about the Swaim family in Indiana and North Carolina, undated. 1 p. undated. Genealogical note written in Swedish (?) about \"Arnold Swem.\" 1 p. AMs. undated. Swem, Brayman notes from H. Stanley Craig's \"Marriages in Burlington Co., N.J.\" copied by Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. AMs. undated. Odd notes about the Swem family by Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. Ams.","Two genealogical charts made for Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. Earl Gregg Swem notes that his own information on the Swems, carries the line back \"several generations,\" yet these charts are highly important.\"","Letters received by Earl Gregg Swem III from various Swem and Luse family members, 1978-1982. Biographical sketch of Earl Gregg Swem as sent to his nephew Theodor Swem in 1954. Xeroxed photographs of the Swem family. January 12, 1978. Theodor R. Swem, Evergreen, Colorado to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. Pst. of January 18, 1978. W.G. Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Corrrespondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. Including TLS responding to W.G. Swaim, 2 pp. February 10, 1978. Bill Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. February 12, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 2 pp. February 24, 1978. Bill Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 2 pp. May 7, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 3 pp. August 3, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 3 pp. December 1978. Ruth and Warren Swem, North Hollywood, Ca. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. ACS. 5 March 1982. Robert Swem, Forest, Indiana, to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. Including TMs listing Swem family according to state residency, 3 pp. undated. Genealogical notes by Earl Gregg Swem I showing the Wright line, the Gregg line and the Luse line. Sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 8 pp. Pst. of undated Biographical sketch of Earl Gregg Swem sent to his nephew Theodor Swem, 4 Feb[rauary] 1954. Outlines lifetime achievements and family history; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 9 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated. Epigraph of Dr. Frederick Starr, included in correspondence regarding Swem family and others; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated Pictures of Eli Swem, James Madison Swem, Amber Swem Taylor, Asa Swem, Pheobe Gregg Swem, and Asa and Catherine Gregg; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of Ph. undated. \"A Statement to the Republicans of Linn County,\" by Edward Lawrence Swem; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III from Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of PV.","Inventories, wills, and documents appointing executors of estates of the Luse (Luce) family, 1744-1813. Correspondence regarding family history, 1903-1957. undated notes and articles about the Luses. Two photographic prints, of Mary Lacock Luse, 1891 and Reddyn Luse's home, November 1745. Inventory of the estate of Benjamin Luse. 3 pp. Pst. of DS. February 11, 1760. Inventory of goods and chattles of Matthais Luce estate, taken by Joseph Luse, Natahniel Reeve, Walter Brown. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. April 30, 1760. Record of Susannah Luse relinguishing her sattusas administrator of her husband's (Zephaniah Luse) estate to W[illia]m Samuel Kimble. 1 p. Pst. of DS. May 5, 1760. Document stating Samuel Kimble as administrator of estate of Zephaniah Luce. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including sworn statement by John Smith, May 5, 1760. 1 p. Pst. of DS. May 12, 1760. Inventory of goods belonging to Zepaniah Luce of Morris County, New Jersey, taken by Samuel Kimble, Nathaniel Drake, and Benjamin Luse. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. October 16, 1760. document declaring Joseph Luce the administrator of estate of Matthias Luce. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. January 23, 1771. Last will and testament of David Luse, Morris County, New Jersey. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. Including Pst. of DS of executors W[illia]m Ogdon, Elijah Horton and Jalesh (?) Bell, February 23, 1771. 1 p. February 20, 1771. Inventory of David Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including DS nothing that David Brown, administrator of David Luse's estate, did carry out his responsibilities upon Luse's death, June 15, 1773. 2 pp. February 21, 1780. appoints John starke and Nathan Luse the administrators of the estate of Walter Luse. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. February 21, 1780. Hannah Luse, widow of Walter Luse, renounces her position as administrator of her husband's estate. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. October 20, 1813. Inventory of Hannah Luse signed by John Starke. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. October 21, 1813. Last will and testament of Hannah Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. February 3, 1903. T.S. Mills, Chicago, Illinois to C.P. Hays, Chicago, Ill. Relates family news and history. 2 pp. July 22, 1915. Charles L. Hays, Eldora, Iowa to Earl GreggSwem, Richmond, Virginia. Outlines history of Sarah Coen Mills Hays, great grandmother of Earl Gregg Swem. 2 pp. TLS. Including notes on margin by Earl Gregg Swem. September 24, 1925. Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia to the First Baptist Church, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Acknowledges receipts of publication \"The First Baptist Church of Pittsburg;\" cites an incorrect passage about the founders of the church. 2 pp. TL. November 7, 1925. Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia to William E. Lincoln, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Has casually studied manuscripts of Baptist Historical Society and suggests they search for material about the establishment of Baptist churches in Pennsylvania at other institutions. 2 pp. TL. September 27, 1955. Louise Reid Rainer, Yazoo City, Mississippi to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, Relates her efforts to trace the genealogy of the Luse family; asks about the history of ross and Reid families. 1 p. TLS. November 7, 1955. Louise R. Rainer, Yazoo City, Mississippi to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, Relates information about the Luse-Luce family. 1 p. TLS. Including note at bottom by Earl Gregg Swem. September 28, 1957. Mrs. Clarence A. Pease, Sr., Clear Lake, Iowa to Mrs. Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia. Traces Luse genealogy. 4 pp. undated. Relates the importance of Bevan family and Luce family living next to each other in Gloucester and Horton County. Taken from \"History of Martha's Vineyard, Mass.\" 1 p. TMs. undated. Relates descendants of Arthur Bevan and his English origins; notes he was neighbor of a Luce family. 1 p. TMs. undated Outline of Eleazor Leed family and their connection with the Luce family. 1 p. TMs. undated Earl Gregg Swem describes relation of Earl Gregg Swem to Luse family of Martha's Vineyard and of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. undated. Notes about the Luse family and their residency in Martha's Vineyard; [Earl Gregg Swem] records helpfulness of the books Lawrence Litchfield and his Descendants and the Early Germans of New Jersey, Their History, Churches and Genealogies. 3 pp. AMs. 1891. Photographic print, 3\"x5\", black and white, portrait of Mary Lacock Luse, the grandmother of Emeline Luse Swem, Earl Gregg Swem's mother, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1 item. (P1) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x5\", black and white, front view of the West Liberty, Iowa home of Reddyn Luse, grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item. (P2)","Last will and testament of Benjamin Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including sworn statement by John Smyth. Will proved November 2, 1749. 1 p. Pst. of DS.","Letters, 1936-1945, to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem regarding her family, the Farishes. undated notes and articles on Farish genealogy. May 25, 1936. L.K. Wine, Culpeper, Virginia to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Is sending him information on his wife's family, the Farishes. 2 pp. January 3, 1941. Mary Lee Somerville, Culpeper, Va. to Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem, Describes history of the Farish family. 4 pp. December 10, 1945. Archibald G. Robertson, Orange, Virginia to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, williamsburg, Va. Information on background of Lewis Rogers, in answer to Swem's inquiry. 1 p. TLS. undated. \"Orange Co[unty], Va.- Farish,\" written by L.K. Wine. Notes on the Farish family of Orange County, Virginia; Culpeper County, Virginia; Virginia Banks by Mrs. P.L. Mann;\" \"Spotsylvania County Records by Croyier\" (Emily Farish was Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem's grandmother). 12 pp. TCy. undated. \"The Farish Family.\" Notes on land grants and property owned by the Farishes, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. TD. Including ALS from L.K. Wine, to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, undated. Note about her genealogical research on the Farishes. undated. Note regarding the Farish family and their relation to Gabriel Gray, Jr. 2 pp. N. undated. Notes on Robert Farish and the Farish family, \"quoted from W.G. Stanard, Richmond, Virginia. (W).\" 2 pp. N. undated. Newspaper clipping of the funeral of Miss Mary Slaughter. Tp. Nwscl.","1834 marriage announcement of Edward Smith. 1936 letter to Earl Gregg Swem about researching the Smith family, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. \"Smith of King George County, Virginia and Some Allied Families,\" a 1937 volume researching of Smith ancestry. undated notes and articles, including notes on the death of Austin Smith and a family tree. October 1, 1834. announcement of marriage between Edward Smith and Maragret S. Dade, as appeared in the Fredericksburg Virginia Herald. 1 p. TC. Including TC by G.H.S. King, October 10, 1957, adding that Edwrad Smith had been appointed Clerk of King George County Court. March 19, 1936. Susan Henderson Wright, Portsmouth, Virginia to Earl Gregg Swem, Agrees to research the ancestry of his wife's family. 6 pp. 1937. \"Smith of King Gerorge County Virginia and Some Allied Families.\" Notes on the ancestors of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 12 pp. TMs. undated. Excerpt from Debow's Review and Industrial Resources, Statistics, etc. Volume XXVI - January-June 1859. Article entitled \"The Valleys of Virginia - The Rappahannock,\" by George Fitzhugh. 5 pp. TCy of PV. Including the poem \"I'm Waiting For Ships That Never Come In,\" no author, undated. 1 p. undated. Information about the death of Austin Smith, the great grandfather of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. C. undated. Notes about the death of Austin Smith and Sydney Smith, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. AMs. undated. Notes on births, marriages, and deaths of Smith family. 1 p. AMs. undated. Family tree of the Smiths, ancestors of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. Erarl Gregg Swem noted errors on the tree and made corrections. (See oversize file). 1 p. XCy of d.","Cartes de Visite and photographic prints of Emeline Luse Swem and Edward Lawrence Swem, parents of Earl Gregg Swem as well as Elizabeth Luse Nichols, sister of Emeline Luse Swem. 1864. Carte de visite, 4\"x2 1/2\", black and white, front view of Elizabeth Luse Nichols, sister of Emeline Luse Swem. 1 item Ph. (P1) 1891. Carte de visite, 4\"x6 1/2\", head and shoulders view of Emeline Luse, mother of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P2) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem, mother of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P3) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem sitting in a porch rocking chair. 1 item Ph. (P4, P5, P6) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", blavk and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem. 1 item Ph. (P7) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x6\", black and white, three quarters front view of Emeline Swem sitting in a rocking chair, surrounded by plants. 1 item Ph. (P8) undated. Photographic print, 4 3/4\"x6 7/8\", black and white, full length view of Emeline Swem reading a book in a chair. 1 item Ph. (P9) 1891. Carte de visite, 4\"x6\", black and white, three quarters front view of Edward Lawrence Swem, father of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P10) undated. Carte de visite, 9 3/4\"x5\", black and white, three quarters front view of Edward Lawrence Swem standing with hand in his overcoat. 1 item Ph. (P11) undated. Carte de visite, oval print mounted on 4\"x6\" card, black and white, head and shoulders view of else. 1 item Ph. (P12) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x5\", black and white, showing Edward and Emeline Luse sitting down next to a window in a parlor. 1 item Ph. (P13)","Tin types, cartes de visite, photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem, from childhood through adulthood. circa 1875. Tin type, 6 1/2\"x4 3/4\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem \"about 5 years old,\" posing for photographer with straw hat on head. 1 item Ph. (P14) ca. 1881. Tin type, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length view of Earl Gregg Swem posing for a photographer, sitting on a \"wall\" with a backdrop of a garden. 1 item Ph. (P15) ca. 1884. Carte de visite, 4\"x6 1/2\", black and white, waist length view of Earl Gregg Swem posing for a phtographer at \"Swem,\" \"Cottage Gallery,\" Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1 item Ph. (P16) 5 Nov[ember] 1930. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem with President of senior class; Dr. Wagener, President Chandler; Governor Pollard; Colonel Williams; another student; Dr. Hoke. This is the ceremony where the college formally presents the Governor of Vrginia witha copy of Latin verses; EGS holds the mace next to the Governor. 1 item Ph. (P17) 1942. Copy of photographic print, 12\"x8 3/4\", black and white, waist high, front view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting at desk with bookcases behind him. 1 item Ph. (P18) [Ca. 1942]. Copy of Photographic print, 8 1/2\"x7\", black and white, full length, partial side view of Earl Gregg Swem seated at a table, with bookcases behind him. 1 item Ph. (P19) [ca. 1942]. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, Earl Gregg Swem, seated on couch, at right, with John Stewart Bryan and Robert M. Hughes, Jr. 1 item Ph. (P21) undated. Copy of Photographic print, 2 1/2\"x5\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Dr. Earl Gregg Swem. This is a composite picture; he is shown with Dr. E.M. Gathmey and Dr. J.R. Geiger. 1 item Ph. (P22) undated. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, full length, side view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting at the end of a table; pointing at and looking at a book with four men and one woman. 1 item Ph. (P23) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x8\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem as photographed by Underwood \u0026 Underwood, Washington, [D.C.]. 1 item Ph. (P24) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x8\", black and white, waist length, front view of Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, sitting in a chair, clasping his hands, as photographed by Underwood \u0026 Underwood, Washinton, [D.C.], 1 item Ph. (P25) undated. Photographic print. 7\"x10\", black and white, waist length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, as photographed by Greystone Studios, New York, N.Y, 1 item Ph. (P26) undated. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, three quarters length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem with unidentified man who is holding a Jamestown 350th Anniversary booklet. 1 item Ph. (P27) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x4\", color, profile, full length view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting outside wih legs crossed. 1 item Ph. (P28) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", black and white, front view of Earl Gregg Swem's home on Chandler Court in Williamsburg, Va. 3 items Ph. (P29, P30, P31) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", color full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, his wife Lilia, and his mother Emeline, and an unidentified couple. All are seated in a semi-circle. 1 item Ph. (P32) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", color, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, his wife Lilia, and his mother Emeline, and an unidentified couple. All are seated in a semi-circle and EGS has his eyes closed. 1 item Ph. (P33)","Photographic print, 14\"x10\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem \"Proof only\" from Greystone Studios, New york, New York (See medium oversize file). 1 item Ph. (P34)","Cartes de visite, photographic prints of Leota Swem, Theodor Swem and family. 1884. Carte de visite, 4 1/4 x6 1/2, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Leota Swem, 18 years old, in her graduating dress, High School, Cedar Rapids, [Iowa]. 1 item Ph. (P35) 1914. Photographic print, 5 1/4 x3 1/2, black and white, head and shoulders view of Leota Swem. 1 item Ph. (P36) 1914. Photographic print, 2x3, black and white, head and shoulders view of Leota Swem. 1 item Ph. (P37) 1946. Photographic print, 2x3, color, full length, front view of Susie Swem and her Aunt Leota. 1 item Ph. (P38) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/4 x3 1/4, black and white, full length, front view of Leota Swem with Emeline Swem, sitting on a porch swing, wearing fur coats. 1 item Ph. (P39) undated. Photographic print, 2 3/4 x 4 3/4, black and white, Leota Swem, in a light colored dress, sitting on a porch step, with Emeline Swem, in middle, and an unidentified woman. 1 item Ph. (P40) 21 December 1947. Photographic print, 4x5, black and white, full length, front view of Mr. and Mrs. Theodor Swem on their wedding day. Theodor Swem was the nephew of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P41) 23 August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, waist length, front view of Barbara rae Swem (daughter of Theodor Swem), seated at a table with birthday cake. 1 item Ph. (P42) August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Ginny Swem (Theodor Swem's daughter), standing outside in a poodle skirt and white blouse, holding a purse with both hands. 1 item Ph. (P43) August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Barbara Rae Swem, Dora Swem, and Ginny Swem, sitting on a coach together. 1 item Ph. (P44) Sept[ember] 1958/ Photographic print, 2 1/2x 5, black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Susannah Lea Swem (daughter of Edward R. Swem) sitting outside. 1 item Ph. (P45) 10 October 1958. Photographic, 3 1/2x5, black and white, head and shoulders, side view of Teddy (son of Theodor Swem), looking at his birthday cak. 1 item Ph. (P46) Nov[ember] 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Teddy Swem, standing against a wall. 1 item Ph. (P47) Nov[ember] 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Teddy Swem, standing against a wall, wearing an overcoat and hat. 1 item Ph. (P48) 10 Dec[ember] 1961. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Ted's Swem's children, Teddy, Ginny, and Barbara Rae, seated on chair, looking at book. 1 item Ph. (P49) undated. Photographic print, 3 7/8x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Mr. and Mrs. Theodor Swem and infant daughter Barbara Rae, seated on couch. 1 item Ph. (P50) undated. Photographic print, 3x4, black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Theodor Swem; composite picture of him, wearing a dark suit. 1 item Ph. (P51) undated. Photographic print, 2 5/8x3 1/2, black and white, head and shoulders, front view, Theodor Swem; composite picture of him, wearing a polka dot tie. 1 item Ph. (P52)","Cartes de visite, photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem and Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a child. Photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his family, including earl Gregg Swem III. September 24, 1910. Carte visite, 6 1/2\"x11\", black and white waist length, back view of Earl Gregg Swem, holding Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. on his shoulders. Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., whose face and arms are shown, is about 3 months old. Taken by H.P. Cook, Richmond, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P53) [ca. 1913]. Photographic print, 3 3/8\"x5 3/8\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. standing on a chair, wearing a white sailor suit; he is about three years old.\" 1 item Ph. (P54) December 1957. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his wife Anne standing on front of a Christmas tree, looking at each other. 1 item Ph. (P56) December 1957. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and hwite, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his wife Anne standing side by side, with \"Lassie\" the dog. 1 item Ph. (P57) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x?\" (cut into a circle. possibly for frame), black and hwite, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a baby, stannding in front of a tree, holding a letter, wearing a straw hat and looking down towards the ground. 1 item Ph. (P58) undated. Photographic print, 3 3/8\"x5 3/8\", black and white, full length, front view of young Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. standing on a chair, wearing a white overcoat and a dark hat with a white feather stuck in the isde. he is looking away from the camera, to the right. Taken by Layton Studio, Richmond, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P59) undated. Photographic Print, 4 1/4\"x6\", black and white, full length front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., seated in a white dress, and playing with a toy train. 1 item Ph. (P61) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., left wearing a white dress and grasping the chair on which Edward Swem sits. 1 item Ph. (P63) undated. Photographic print, 3 3/4\"x5 1/2\", black and white, waist length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. sitting on his father's lap; both are holding and looking at a book. 1 item Ph. (P63) undated. Photographic print, 1 1/2\"x?\" (oval composite), head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a young man. 1 item Ph. (P65) undated. Photogrpahic print, 4 1/2\"x6 1/2\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a young man. 1 item Ph. (P66) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., standing outside in a military uniform, with his hands held behind his back. 1 item Ph. (P67) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profils of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding Earl Gregg Swem II, an infant, to the camera. 2 items Ph. (P68, P69) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr. holding Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant, on her hip, so that he faces the camera. 1 item Ph. (P70) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding a blanket around Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant (with his eyes closed.) 1 item Ph. (P71) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding a blanket around Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant. 1 item Ph. (P72) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/4\", black and white, full length, back view, of Earl Gregg Swem III lying on his stomach, nude, holding his head up. 1 item Ph. (P73) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/4\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, wearing a snow suit and cap, sitting on a tricycle. 1 item Ph. (P74) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x5\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view, of Earl Gregg Swem III, wearing a white shirt. 1 item Ph. (P75) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, in front of \"Spadehaven,\" home of Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., Williamsburg, Va.. 1 item Ph. (P76) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, and his father Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., seated on steps of \"Spadehaven,\" home of Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., 1 item Ph. (P77) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, III and Mrs. Newbury in her Restoration toggery in front of \"Spadehaven.\" 1 item Ph. (P78) undated. Photographic print, 6 3/8\"x4 1/2\", black and white, three quarters length, front view of the nephew of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., Loren Fryer. 1 item Ph. (P79) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 3/8\", waist length, front view of three unidentifed people: a baby in dark overalls, an older woman with glasses (possibly Leota Swem), and a young girl in a plaid shirt, holding a flower. 1 item Ph. (P80) 1957. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", color tinted, full length, front view of HRH Queen Elizabeth and HRH Prince Philip of Chairman of the 350th Anniversary Celebration of the Settlement of Jamestown, Va., and his wife Edith. 1 item Ph. (P81) September 1962. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", color, waist length, front view of Earl and Edna Teagrardeu stand in a rose garden on Lake Washington. 1 item Ph. (P82) August 19 [?]. Photographic print, 2 1/4\"x3\", black and white, full length side view, of an unidentified child, a girl wearing a checkered dress and a bow in her hair, sitting outside on a field of grass. 1 item Ph. (P83) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x3\", black and white, full length, front view of Emeline and Leota Swem and an unidentified woman, all standing in front of a one story home. 1 item Ph. (P84) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x3\", black and white, front view of Earl Gregg Swem's home on Chandler Court, Williamsburg, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P85)","Miscellaneous papers and artifacts of Earl Gregg Swem family, including newsclippings, school papers, and cards as well as a lock of hair. December 1919. Christmas card from Earl Gregg Swem, to his \"dear wife,\" Lilia. 1 item 30 December 1912. \"A Curl from little Earl [Gregg Swem, Jr.],\" at 2 years and 6 months. 1 item. [ca. 1919]. Letter from Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. to Santa Claus, at age 9 years. 1 item. Circa 1938. Newspaper clipping about Emeline Swem and her garden of morning glories. 1 item. 1953. Letter from Earl Gregg Swem III to \"Old Daddy\" [Earl Gregg Swem], wishing him good health. 1 item. March 28, 1955. Invitation from Earl Gregg Swem III to his parents, asking them to the \"Assembly Program,\" \"Reading Can Be Fun.\" Attached is a construction paper \"card\" with illustration by Earl Gregg Swem III. 2 items. April 1, 1955. Assembly programs for \"Reading Can Be Fun,\" Earl Gregg Swem III's class presentation. Attached is an illustrated construction paper cover. 2 items. December 29, 1961. Newsclipping of Earl Greg (sic) Swem and his friends caroling for neighbors Miss Mamie Howell and Travis Howell. 1 item. undated. Program for the Mid-Winter Concert of Atherton High School. Earl Gregg Swem III sang in the Atherton Choruses. 1 item. undated. Bookplate of Leota Swem. 1 item. undated. Copy of woodcut by Worth Bailey of Spadehaven. 1 item.","Gregg Family Letters and explanatory notes by Earl Gregg Swem.","Letters to Earl Gregg Swem regarding Swem and Gregg family history; explanatory notes by Earl Gregg Swem.","Materials relating to the Wright family; Earl Gregg Swem's great grandmother Martha Wright, married Eli Gregg. TLSs and Cy of D. 3 items. Including TMss, Mss, undated papers regarding the Gregg, Swem and Wright families.","Printed materials regarding Gregg family history. PMs. 3 items.","Correspondence about the Lacock family of Virginia and Washington Co., Pa. ALSs, Cys of TLSs. 12 items. Including ALSs, undated., letter about Lacock family history. 2 items.","Legal documents pertaining to the Lacock family. Phsts. 2 items. Including Mss, undated notes on Lacock family. 2 items.","Newspaper article on Abner Lacock. NwsCl. 1 item. Including PMs, undated articles from unidentified journals about Abner Lacock. 2 items.","Correspondence between Earl Gregg Swem and relatives and aquaintances about the Swem family; notes included. ALSs, Cys of TLSs, PMs. 35 items.","Correspondence between Earl Gregg Swem and relatives and acquaintances about the Swem family; notes and printed materials included. ALSs, Cys of TLSs, PMs, Mss. 26 items. Including ALS, CS and PM, undated, material regarding the Swem family. 3 items.","Letters and notes about the Hansbrough family. ALSs, TLSs, Mss, TCys of ALSs. 22 items. Including ACS, Mss, undated, card and notes about the Hansbrough family. 4 items.","Document from the Stafford County Deed Book about James Hansborough. Phst. 1 item. Including TMs, undated, \"Hansborough Records.\" 1 item.","Hansborough Bible records and other notes; fragments of \"A Mother's prayer,\" and \"When in future distant years..\" Mss, TMss, frags. 11 items. Including NwsCl., ca. 1935, clipping about Reverand John Thompson who built Salubria in 1742, later owned by James Hansborough. 1 item.","Letters to and from Earl Gregg Swem and Lilia Swem regarding Lilia Swem's family history. ALSs, TLSs, ACSs. 18 items. Including ACS, 17 April [?], card to Lilia Swem. 1 item.","Documents and article relating to Dade family. Phsts. 3 items.","Lilia Swem's application and certification for membership in the Daughter's of the American Revolution and the Order of the First Families of Virginia. TMSs and Ms. 2 items.","Newspaper and magazine articles about and by Earl Gregg Swem; including family obituaries. NwsCls. 21 items.","Printed materials regarding the career of Earl Gregg Swem. PMs, TMss. 20 items. Including ALSs, 13 October 1953-7 April 1958, miscellaneous letters to Swem. 2 items.","Clippings and materials about A. Raymond Swem and Leota Swem, brother and sister of Earl Gregg Swem; also includes the will of Leota Swem. NwsCls. and Ds. 12 items.","This series consists of photographs of members of the Hansbrough family, relatives of Earl Gregg Swem's wife, Lilia Hansbrough Swem. Includes letter from Anne B. Farr (daughter of Margaret Ellen Hough Farr) to Earl Gregg Swem III describing the four photographs.","4 1/2\" x 6\", black and white print. 1 item.","5\" x 7\" black and white print. 1 item.","2 1/2\" x 3 1/2\" black and white print. 1 item.","3 1/4\" x 3 1/2\" color print. 1 item."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Farish family","Gregg family","Hansbrough family","Luce family","Smith family","Swaim family","Swem family","Wright family","Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971","Swem, Lilia Hansbrough"],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"names_coll_ssim":["Farish family","Gregg family","Hansbrough family","Luce family","Smith family","Swaim family","Swem family","Wright family","Swem, Lilia Hansbrough"],"famname_ssim":["Farish family","Gregg family","Hansbrough family","Luce family","Smith family","Swaim family","Swem family","Wright family"],"persname_ssim":["Swem, Lilia Hansbrough, 1876-1971","Swem, Lilia Hansbrough"],"language_ssim":["English"],"descrules_ssm":["Describing Archives: A Content Standard"],"total_component_count_is":44,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-05-21T14:27:24.662Z","scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePapers collected by Earl Gregg Swem concerning the genealogies of his family and the family of his wife Lilia Hansbrough Swem. Families on which there is data include Swem (Swaim), Luce, Gregg, Wright, Farish and Smith. Includes written histories, documents, genealogical charts, correspondence, and newspaper clippings.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAddition 2000.49 is described on PDF inventory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis series consists of genealogical material organized by Earl Gregg Swem that are described under the collection number Mss. 82 Swem 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCensus records, family trees, and written histories on the Swem Family. July 31, 1762. Document obligating Daniel Swime and Absalom Hankins, administrators of the estate of Cornelius Swime, to prepare an inventory of his estate. 2 pp. Handwritten notes on deed of land in Hanover County, New Jersey, to Mathias Swem. 2 pp. cy of DS. June 13, 1799. Handwritten notes on deed of Mathias Swem recording his membership and appointment as trustee of the Methodist Church in Wrightstown, NJ. 3 pp. Cy of DS. Including AN, by Earl Gregg Swem about importance of document, undated. 2 pp. March 14, 1814. Handwritten notes on deed of Mathias Swem to Pearson Hamilton. 1 p. Cy of D. 1800. Census record on Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of D. Including AN, about possible relationships between different lines of the Swem family, undated. 1810. Census record on the Swem family of Staten Island, New York, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 Macrh, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1820. Census record of Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1830. Census records on the Swem Family of Staten Island, New York sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 18, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 1850. Census records of Swem Family listed on the index of Ohio census sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 19, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, about Marshall Boarman's research done on various lines of the Swem Family, undated. 20 Sep[tember], 1850. Census record of the Swems of Duchoquet T[o]w[nshi]p, Auglaize County, Ohio. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, asking if the Ezera Swem listed in the census was the father of E.B. Swem, undated. 18 Nov[ember], 1850. Census records of Swem Family of Harrison Township in Darke County, Ohio sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March [10]74. Including AN, about the possible origins of the Swem families listed in census, undated. 7 Aug[ust], 1860. Census records of Swem Family of Wapsinonoc Township, in Muscatine County, Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marsha;; Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including AN, explaining that Ezra Swem and family were living in Belle Plaine, Iowa at the time of 1870 census, undated. 7 July, 1870. Census record of Swem Family of Belle Plaine Township, Benton County, Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 16 June, 1880. Census records of Swem Family of West Liberty, Muscatine Co[unty], Iowa sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. Including TN, stating facts about Laurence Swem and Phebe Swem. April 1873. \"Letter to a Brother,\" Grancille Stuart to James Stuart from the \"Montana Magazine of History\" mentions Amanda Swem who was Earl Gregg Swem III's great grand aunt; sent to Earl Gregg [Swem III] by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 19 74. 6 pp. Pst. of PV. 28 Sept[ember] 1900. Samuel Stuart's application for military pension; shows relation to Amanda Swem and Pheobe Stuart. Boarman's grandmother; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman. 19 March, 19 74. 1 p. Pst. of D. 10 July, 1909. Application of Amanda [Swem] Stuart for widow's pension; shows relation to Samuel staurt and Pheobe Stuart, Boarman's grandmother; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March, 1974. 1 p. Pst. of D. 19 March, 1974. Marshall Boarman, Washington, D.C. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Elaborates on enclosed genealogical material on Swem Family. 2 pp. TLS. undated. Chapter from the History of Martha's Vineyard regarding the Luce family. 6 pp. Pst. of PV. undated. Information on New York and New Jersey Swems not yet known to be connected with the Earl Gregg Swem Family; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March 1974. 8 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated. Family trees showing descendants of Amanda Swem; information sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 19 March, 1974. 6 pp. Pst. of TMs. Including undated, at bottom of page 1 showing Marshall Boarman's relationship with Earl Gregg Swem III as third cousins. AN.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLast will and testament of Anthony Sweem [Swem]. Pst. of D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory of goods and chattles of the estate of Cornelius Swime. 2 pp. Pst. of D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a history of West Liberty, Iowa where the Swems, Greggs, and Luses settled in the 1830's, 1840's, and 1850's, an article on Asa Gregg, and 1954 and 1958 letters from Earl Gregg Swem to his nephew Theodor Swem. 1878. Personal Recollection of Early Settlement of Wapsinonoc Township and the Murder of Atwood by the Indains, by Asa Gregg, history of Wapsinonoc, Iowa and a directory of the town West Liberty, Iowa, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974, 40 pp. Pst. of PV. Including TLS from Earl Gregg Swem, to \"Ray', undated, describing Asa Gregg's history of Wapsinonoc. 1 p. 1889. a biography of Asa Gregg from a history of Muscatine County, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of PV. 1910. \"Log Cabin History\" by Lemuel Mosher, a history of West Liberty, Iowa, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 49 pp. Pst. of PV. Including TLS, 7 October 1958, from Uncle Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted [Theodor Swem, his nephew], undated, describing \"Log Cabin History.\" 1 p. 4 February, 1954. Uncle Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted (Theodor Swem), Has sent a bibliographical sketch of himself to Ted which includes some genealogical information; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 2 pp. Pst. of December 24, 1958. Earl Gregg Swem, to Ted (Theodor Swem), Correspondence regarding Swem family and others; sent to earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of May 31, 1974. Marshall Boarman, Washington, D.C. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Lists and explains the correspondence and notes regarding Swem family which he [MB] has sent to Gregg. 4 pp. TLS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles on Ezra Brown Swem, a minister in New Light Christianity and of Darke County, Ohio. a copy of the 1944 book \"The Quaker Greggs.\" 1889. \"Portrait and Biographical Album of Muscatine County, Iowa,\" sketches of \"Prominent and Representative Citizens\" of Muscatine County which Marshall Boarman used for information on the history of Lizzie Stuart, sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, March 26, 1974. 79 pp. Pst. of PV. 1944. \"The Quaker Greggs\" by Hazel May Middleton Kendall. Outlines the \"origin, history, activities and personalities\" of Gregg family; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, 26 March 1974. 56 pp. Pst. of PV. Including Pst. of PV, 1959, from \"A Short History of the Gregg Family,\" by Elma Gregg. Provides additional genealogical information on Gregg family. 7 pp. March 26, 1974. Marshall [Boarman], Washington, D.C., to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Thanks Swem for sending him items on family history and explains items which he [MB] has sent to Swem. 3 pp. TLS. undated. \"The Swem Family,\" notes by Marshall Boarman to Earl Gregg Swem III. explains New Light Christianity in which Ezra Brown Swem was a minister. 1 p. TMS. Including Pst. of PV, histories of Darke County, Ohio and its township of Harnson; also description of New Light Christianity. 6 pp. Including Pst. of PV, a description of Belle Plaine, Ohio, undated. 4 pp. Including Pst. of family tree of Swem ancestry, undated. 1 item. All items sent to Earl Gregg Swem by Marshall Boarman, March 26, 1974.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA book, map, and several pamphlets (1896-1958) on Richmondton, New York, located in Staten Island, where a part of the Swem family settled. a 1947 booklet describing Mount Holly, New Jersey, the home of Mathias Swem and Ezra Brown Swem. 1896. \"Staten Islands Names. Ye Olde Names and Nicknames.\" Booklet of names and descriptions of area; p. 62 marks \"Swaim's or LaForge Lane.\" 76 pp. PV. Including map of region. 1 p. 1937. \"The Historic Village of Richmond and Vicinity Staten Island, New York\" History of Richmond and various sites, mentioning Swaim [Swem] Family as town citizens. 6 pp. PV. 1938. \"Hagstrom's Map of Richmond (Staten Island), New York.\" Swaim [Swem] Avenue is shown on map. 1 map. 1 p. 1938. \"The Work of the Staten Island Historical Society and the Historical Museum.\" Pamphlet of the history, operation, goals and accomplishments of the Staten Island Historical Society. 4 pp. PV. 1939. \"The Story of the Voorlezer's House.\" Pamphlet of the history of Voorlezer House in Richmond, New York and of the area; appeals for donation to restore building. 8 pp. PV. 1947. \"The Story of Mount Holly, New Jersey.\" Booklet about the town in which Mathias Swem, great-grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem, lived and where E[zra] B. swem, grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem, was born. 45 pp. PV. March 1953. \"National Genealogical Society Quarterly: Dutch Systems in Family Naming: New York and New Jersey.\" Article of genealogical research methods; note by Earl Gregg Swem calls this \"a very valuable contribution .\" Part I: 12 pp. PV. Part II: 9 pp. PV. Cy of PV. 9 pp. February 15, 1956. \"Richmondtown Restoration, Staten Island, City of New York.\" Information on the restoration of Richmondtown, Staten Island, New York; picture of Swaim [Swem] house. 1 p. PV. April-June 1956. \"The Staten Island Historian.\" Information on the restoration of Richmondtown, Staten Island, New York; picture of Swaim [Swem] Barn. 16 pp. PV. April-June 1958. \"The Staten Island Historian.\" Information about \"Oude Dorp\" (Old Town), the village where Anthony Swaim's [Swem's] father, Tys Barentsen, settled. 8 pp. PV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUndated. Map of Belle Plain, Iowa where Earl Gregg Swem was born. 4 pp. D. 14\" x 17 1/2\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrepondence of Earl Gregg Swem seeking to find the journal of Mathias Swem [1920], as well as correspondence between EGS and various genealogists, 1952-1957. Rosalie Fellows Bailey's \"Male Ancestry of Dr. Earl G. Swem, Virginia,\" 1953, outlines family origin and history. Various notes by Earl Gregg Swem on the Swems. Two undated charts of the Swem family. March 13, 1920. Mark Kelley, Troy, New York to [?]. Describes the journal of Reverand Mathias Swaim [Swem] which covers his life from birth in 1709 on staten Island to 1 February 1794. 1 p. 8 March 1920. Earl Gregg Swem, New York, New York to Pastor of First Methodist Church, troy, New York Asks for name of secretary of Troy Conference Historical Society which has a journal of Rev. Mathias Swaim [Swem]. Including letter of Pastor AD Augell of First Methodist Church, Troy, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, New York, New York, March 11, 1920. Gives address of Troy Conference Historical Society and custodian of Church library. 14 January 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. Including AN stating genealogical facts on Swem family, 6 October 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 2 pp. TLS. 16 Nov[ember] 1952.rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 6 Dec[ember] 1952. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 2 pp. TLS. 4 December 1952. Janet Fryer, Mount Holly, N.J. to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Explains the copies of deeds of Mathias Swem which she sent him; describes Burlington County, N.J. where Mathias Swem lived. 2 pp. 26 April 1953. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 26 April 1953. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Dr. Earl G[regg] Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Bill for services and expenses accumulated during her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 1 June 1953. Harold W. Griffis, Troy, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Relays that the Troy Conference Historical Society has been moved to Ticonderoga, New York 1 p. TLS. 27 August 1953. Donald E. Meyers, Trenton, New Jersey to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. States that his office has no record of Cornelius Swem and that papers relating to \"the Swime [Swem] matter\" were sent to Dr. Swem on 27 May 1953. 1 p. TLS. 1953. Manuscript by Rosalie Fellows Bailey written for Dr. Earl Gregg Swem. \"Early Memebers of the Swem Family in America.\" 25 pp. TMs. 21 March 1954. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York, to Earl Gregg Swem, Correspondence about her research on the Swem family. 1 p. TLS. 23 February 1957. Rosalie Fellows Bailey, New York, New York to Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Va. Asks for news to put in the information on Swem family. Including, AN, recording an error on date of Elizabeth Brayman Swem's death, undated. undated. Genealogical notes which do not mention Swem or any variation of the Swem name. 2 pp. AMs. undated. Records copied by Earl Gregg Swem from the Bible of Mrs. Ben[jamin] Herr (daughter or granddaughter of David H. Wilson and Abagail Swem of West Liberty, Iowa). pp. TMs. undated. Notes on Jonathon Swaim and his descendants. 5 pp. AMs. Including AMsS, by Earl Gregg Swem, about the Swaim family in Indiana and North Carolina, undated. 1 p. undated. Genealogical note written in Swedish (?) about \"Arnold Swem.\" 1 p. AMs. undated. Swem, Brayman notes from H. Stanley Craig's \"Marriages in Burlington Co., N.J.\" copied by Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. AMs. undated. Odd notes about the Swem family by Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. Ams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo genealogical charts made for Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. Earl Gregg Swem notes that his own information on the Swems, carries the line back \"several generations,\" yet these charts are highly important.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters received by Earl Gregg Swem III from various Swem and Luse family members, 1978-1982. Biographical sketch of Earl Gregg Swem as sent to his nephew Theodor Swem in 1954. Xeroxed photographs of the Swem family. January 12, 1978. Theodor R. Swem, Evergreen, Colorado to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. Pst. of January 18, 1978. W.G. Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Corrrespondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. Including TLS responding to W.G. Swaim, 2 pp. February 10, 1978. Bill Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. February 12, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 2 pp. February 24, 1978. Bill Swaim, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 2 pp. May 7, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 3 pp. August 3, 1978. John Luse, DeWitt, Iowa to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Ky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 3 pp. December 1978. Ruth and Warren Swem, North Hollywood, Ca. to Earl Gregg Swem III, Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. ACS. 5 March 1982. Robert Swem, Forest, Indiana, to Earl Gregg Swem III, Louisville, Kentucky. Correspondence regarding Swem family and others. 1 p. TLS. Including TMs listing Swem family according to state residency, 3 pp. undated. Genealogical notes by Earl Gregg Swem I showing the Wright line, the Gregg line and the Luse line. Sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 8 pp. Pst. of undated Biographical sketch of Earl Gregg Swem sent to his nephew Theodor Swem, 4 Feb[rauary] 1954. Outlines lifetime achievements and family history; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 9 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated. Epigraph of Dr. Frederick Starr, included in correspondence regarding Swem family and others; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of TMs. undated Pictures of Eli Swem, James Madison Swem, Amber Swem Taylor, Asa Swem, Pheobe Gregg Swem, and Asa and Catherine Gregg; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III by Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of Ph. undated. \"A Statement to the Republicans of Linn County,\" by Edward Lawrence Swem; sent to Earl Gregg Swem III from Marshall Boarman, May 31, 1974. 3 pp. Pst. of PV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventories, wills, and documents appointing executors of estates of the Luse (Luce) family, 1744-1813. Correspondence regarding family history, 1903-1957. undated notes and articles about the Luses. Two photographic prints, of Mary Lacock Luse, 1891 and Reddyn Luse's home, November 1745. Inventory of the estate of Benjamin Luse. 3 pp. Pst. of DS. February 11, 1760. Inventory of goods and chattles of Matthais Luce estate, taken by Joseph Luse, Natahniel Reeve, Walter Brown. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. April 30, 1760. Record of Susannah Luse relinguishing her sattusas administrator of her husband's (Zephaniah Luse) estate to W[illia]m Samuel Kimble. 1 p. Pst. of DS. May 5, 1760. Document stating Samuel Kimble as administrator of estate of Zephaniah Luce. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including sworn statement by John Smith, May 5, 1760. 1 p. Pst. of DS. May 12, 1760. Inventory of goods belonging to Zepaniah Luce of Morris County, New Jersey, taken by Samuel Kimble, Nathaniel Drake, and Benjamin Luse. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. October 16, 1760. document declaring Joseph Luce the administrator of estate of Matthias Luce. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. January 23, 1771. Last will and testament of David Luse, Morris County, New Jersey. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. Including Pst. of DS of executors W[illia]m Ogdon, Elijah Horton and Jalesh (?) Bell, February 23, 1771. 1 p. February 20, 1771. Inventory of David Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including DS nothing that David Brown, administrator of David Luse's estate, did carry out his responsibilities upon Luse's death, June 15, 1773. 2 pp. February 21, 1780. appoints John starke and Nathan Luse the administrators of the estate of Walter Luse. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. February 21, 1780. Hannah Luse, widow of Walter Luse, renounces her position as administrator of her husband's estate. 2 pp. Pst. of DS. October 20, 1813. Inventory of Hannah Luse signed by John Starke. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. October 21, 1813. Last will and testament of Hannah Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 4 pp. Pst. of DS. February 3, 1903. T.S. Mills, Chicago, Illinois to C.P. Hays, Chicago, Ill. Relates family news and history. 2 pp. July 22, 1915. Charles L. Hays, Eldora, Iowa to Earl GreggSwem, Richmond, Virginia. Outlines history of Sarah Coen Mills Hays, great grandmother of Earl Gregg Swem. 2 pp. TLS. Including notes on margin by Earl Gregg Swem. September 24, 1925. Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia to the First Baptist Church, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Acknowledges receipts of publication \"The First Baptist Church of Pittsburg;\" cites an incorrect passage about the founders of the church. 2 pp. TL. November 7, 1925. Earl Gregg Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia to William E. Lincoln, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Has casually studied manuscripts of Baptist Historical Society and suggests they search for material about the establishment of Baptist churches in Pennsylvania at other institutions. 2 pp. TL. September 27, 1955. Louise Reid Rainer, Yazoo City, Mississippi to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, Relates her efforts to trace the genealogy of the Luse family; asks about the history of ross and Reid families. 1 p. TLS. November 7, 1955. Louise R. Rainer, Yazoo City, Mississippi to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, Relates information about the Luse-Luce family. 1 p. TLS. Including note at bottom by Earl Gregg Swem. September 28, 1957. Mrs. Clarence A. Pease, Sr., Clear Lake, Iowa to Mrs. Swem, Williamsburg, Virginia. Traces Luse genealogy. 4 pp. undated. Relates the importance of Bevan family and Luce family living next to each other in Gloucester and Horton County. Taken from \"History of Martha's Vineyard, Mass.\" 1 p. TMs. undated. Relates descendants of Arthur Bevan and his English origins; notes he was neighbor of a Luce family. 1 p. TMs. undated Outline of Eleazor Leed family and their connection with the Luce family. 1 p. TMs. undated Earl Gregg Swem describes relation of Earl Gregg Swem to Luse family of Martha's Vineyard and of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. undated. Notes about the Luse family and their residency in Martha's Vineyard; [Earl Gregg Swem] records helpfulness of the books Lawrence Litchfield and his Descendants and the Early Germans of New Jersey, Their History, Churches and Genealogies. 3 pp. AMs. 1891. Photographic print, 3\"x5\", black and white, portrait of Mary Lacock Luse, the grandmother of Emeline Luse Swem, Earl Gregg Swem's mother, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1 item. (P1) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x5\", black and white, front view of the West Liberty, Iowa home of Reddyn Luse, grandfather of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item. (P2)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLast will and testament of Benjamin Luse of Morris County, New Jersey. 1 p. Pst. of DS. Including sworn statement by John Smyth. Will proved November 2, 1749. 1 p. Pst. of DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters, 1936-1945, to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem regarding her family, the Farishes. undated notes and articles on Farish genealogy. May 25, 1936. L.K. Wine, Culpeper, Virginia to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, Is sending him information on his wife's family, the Farishes. 2 pp. January 3, 1941. Mary Lee Somerville, Culpeper, Va. to Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem, Describes history of the Farish family. 4 pp. December 10, 1945. Archibald G. Robertson, Orange, Virginia to Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, williamsburg, Va. Information on background of Lewis Rogers, in answer to Swem's inquiry. 1 p. TLS. undated. \"Orange Co[unty], Va.- Farish,\" written by L.K. Wine. Notes on the Farish family of Orange County, Virginia; Culpeper County, Virginia; Virginia Banks by Mrs. P.L. Mann;\" \"Spotsylvania County Records by Croyier\" (Emily Farish was Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem's grandmother). 12 pp. TCy. undated. \"The Farish Family.\" Notes on land grants and property owned by the Farishes, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. TD. Including ALS from L.K. Wine, to Mr. Earl Gregg Swem, undated. Note about her genealogical research on the Farishes. undated. Note regarding the Farish family and their relation to Gabriel Gray, Jr. 2 pp. N. undated. Notes on Robert Farish and the Farish family, \"quoted from W.G. Stanard, Richmond, Virginia. (W).\" 2 pp. N. undated. Newspaper clipping of the funeral of Miss Mary Slaughter. Tp. Nwscl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1834 marriage announcement of Edward Smith. 1936 letter to Earl Gregg Swem about researching the Smith family, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. \"Smith of King George County, Virginia and Some Allied Families,\" a 1937 volume researching of Smith ancestry. undated notes and articles, including notes on the death of Austin Smith and a family tree. October 1, 1834. announcement of marriage between Edward Smith and Maragret S. Dade, as appeared in the Fredericksburg Virginia Herald. 1 p. TC. Including TC by G.H.S. King, October 10, 1957, adding that Edwrad Smith had been appointed Clerk of King George County Court. March 19, 1936. Susan Henderson Wright, Portsmouth, Virginia to Earl Gregg Swem, Agrees to research the ancestry of his wife's family. 6 pp. 1937. \"Smith of King Gerorge County Virginia and Some Allied Families.\" Notes on the ancestors of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 12 pp. TMs. undated. Excerpt from Debow's Review and Industrial Resources, Statistics, etc. Volume XXVI - January-June 1859. Article entitled \"The Valleys of Virginia - The Rappahannock,\" by George Fitzhugh. 5 pp. TCy of PV. Including the poem \"I'm Waiting For Ships That Never Come In,\" no author, undated. 1 p. undated. Information about the death of Austin Smith, the great grandfather of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. C. undated. Notes about the death of Austin Smith and Sydney Smith, relatives of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. 1 p. AMs. undated. Notes on births, marriages, and deaths of Smith family. 1 p. AMs. undated. Family tree of the Smiths, ancestors of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem. Erarl Gregg Swem noted errors on the tree and made corrections. (See oversize file). 1 p. XCy of d.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCartes de Visite and photographic prints of Emeline Luse Swem and Edward Lawrence Swem, parents of Earl Gregg Swem as well as Elizabeth Luse Nichols, sister of Emeline Luse Swem. 1864. Carte de visite, 4\"x2 1/2\", black and white, front view of Elizabeth Luse Nichols, sister of Emeline Luse Swem. 1 item Ph. (P1) 1891. Carte de visite, 4\"x6 1/2\", head and shoulders view of Emeline Luse, mother of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P2) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem, mother of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P3) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem sitting in a porch rocking chair. 1 item Ph. (P4, P5, P6) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", blavk and white, full length front view of Emeline Swem. 1 item Ph. (P7) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x6\", black and white, three quarters front view of Emeline Swem sitting in a rocking chair, surrounded by plants. 1 item Ph. (P8) undated. Photographic print, 4 3/4\"x6 7/8\", black and white, full length view of Emeline Swem reading a book in a chair. 1 item Ph. (P9) 1891. Carte de visite, 4\"x6\", black and white, three quarters front view of Edward Lawrence Swem, father of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P10) undated. Carte de visite, 9 3/4\"x5\", black and white, three quarters front view of Edward Lawrence Swem standing with hand in his overcoat. 1 item Ph. (P11) undated. Carte de visite, oval print mounted on 4\"x6\" card, black and white, head and shoulders view of else. 1 item Ph. (P12) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x5\", black and white, showing Edward and Emeline Luse sitting down next to a window in a parlor. 1 item Ph. (P13)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTin types, cartes de visite, photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem, from childhood through adulthood. circa 1875. Tin type, 6 1/2\"x4 3/4\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem \"about 5 years old,\" posing for photographer with straw hat on head. 1 item Ph. (P14) ca. 1881. Tin type, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length view of Earl Gregg Swem posing for a photographer, sitting on a \"wall\" with a backdrop of a garden. 1 item Ph. (P15) ca. 1884. Carte de visite, 4\"x6 1/2\", black and white, waist length view of Earl Gregg Swem posing for a phtographer at \"Swem,\" \"Cottage Gallery,\" Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1 item Ph. (P16) 5 Nov[ember] 1930. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem with President of senior class; Dr. Wagener, President Chandler; Governor Pollard; Colonel Williams; another student; Dr. Hoke. This is the ceremony where the college formally presents the Governor of Vrginia witha copy of Latin verses; EGS holds the mace next to the Governor. 1 item Ph. (P17) 1942. Copy of photographic print, 12\"x8 3/4\", black and white, waist high, front view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting at desk with bookcases behind him. 1 item Ph. (P18) [Ca. 1942]. Copy of Photographic print, 8 1/2\"x7\", black and white, full length, partial side view of Earl Gregg Swem seated at a table, with bookcases behind him. 1 item Ph. (P19) [ca. 1942]. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, Earl Gregg Swem, seated on couch, at right, with John Stewart Bryan and Robert M. Hughes, Jr. 1 item Ph. (P21) undated. Copy of Photographic print, 2 1/2\"x5\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Dr. Earl Gregg Swem. This is a composite picture; he is shown with Dr. E.M. Gathmey and Dr. J.R. Geiger. 1 item Ph. (P22) undated. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, full length, side view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting at the end of a table; pointing at and looking at a book with four men and one woman. 1 item Ph. (P23) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x8\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem as photographed by Underwood \u0026amp; Underwood, Washington, [D.C.]. 1 item Ph. (P24) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x8\", black and white, waist length, front view of Dr. Earl Gregg Swem, sitting in a chair, clasping his hands, as photographed by Underwood \u0026amp; Underwood, Washinton, [D.C.], 1 item Ph. (P25) undated. Photographic print. 7\"x10\", black and white, waist length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, as photographed by Greystone Studios, New York, N.Y, 1 item Ph. (P26) undated. Photographic print, 8\"x10\", black and white, three quarters length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem with unidentified man who is holding a Jamestown 350th Anniversary booklet. 1 item Ph. (P27) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x4\", color, profile, full length view of Earl Gregg Swem sitting outside wih legs crossed. 1 item Ph. (P28) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", black and white, front view of Earl Gregg Swem's home on Chandler Court in Williamsburg, Va. 3 items Ph. (P29, P30, P31) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", color full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, his wife Lilia, and his mother Emeline, and an unidentified couple. All are seated in a semi-circle. 1 item Ph. (P32) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", color, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, his wife Lilia, and his mother Emeline, and an unidentified couple. All are seated in a semi-circle and EGS has his eyes closed. 1 item Ph. (P33)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotographic print, 14\"x10\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem \"Proof only\" from Greystone Studios, New york, New York (See medium oversize file). 1 item Ph. (P34)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCartes de visite, photographic prints of Leota Swem, Theodor Swem and family. 1884. Carte de visite, 4 1/4 x6 1/2, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Leota Swem, 18 years old, in her graduating dress, High School, Cedar Rapids, [Iowa]. 1 item Ph. (P35) 1914. Photographic print, 5 1/4 x3 1/2, black and white, head and shoulders view of Leota Swem. 1 item Ph. (P36) 1914. Photographic print, 2x3, black and white, head and shoulders view of Leota Swem. 1 item Ph. (P37) 1946. Photographic print, 2x3, color, full length, front view of Susie Swem and her Aunt Leota. 1 item Ph. (P38) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/4 x3 1/4, black and white, full length, front view of Leota Swem with Emeline Swem, sitting on a porch swing, wearing fur coats. 1 item Ph. (P39) undated. Photographic print, 2 3/4 x 4 3/4, black and white, Leota Swem, in a light colored dress, sitting on a porch step, with Emeline Swem, in middle, and an unidentified woman. 1 item Ph. (P40) 21 December 1947. Photographic print, 4x5, black and white, full length, front view of Mr. and Mrs. Theodor Swem on their wedding day. Theodor Swem was the nephew of Earl Gregg Swem. 1 item Ph. (P41) 23 August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, waist length, front view of Barbara rae Swem (daughter of Theodor Swem), seated at a table with birthday cake. 1 item Ph. (P42) August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Ginny Swem (Theodor Swem's daughter), standing outside in a poodle skirt and white blouse, holding a purse with both hands. 1 item Ph. (P43) August 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Barbara Rae Swem, Dora Swem, and Ginny Swem, sitting on a coach together. 1 item Ph. (P44) Sept[ember] 1958/ Photographic print, 2 1/2x 5, black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Susannah Lea Swem (daughter of Edward R. Swem) sitting outside. 1 item Ph. (P45) 10 October 1958. Photographic, 3 1/2x5, black and white, head and shoulders, side view of Teddy (son of Theodor Swem), looking at his birthday cak. 1 item Ph. (P46) Nov[ember] 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Teddy Swem, standing against a wall. 1 item Ph. (P47) Nov[ember] 1958. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, full length, front view of Teddy Swem, standing against a wall, wearing an overcoat and hat. 1 item Ph. (P48) 10 Dec[ember] 1961. Photographic print, 3 1/2x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Ted's Swem's children, Teddy, Ginny, and Barbara Rae, seated on chair, looking at book. 1 item Ph. (P49) undated. Photographic print, 3 7/8x5, black and white, three quarters length, front view of Mr. and Mrs. Theodor Swem and infant daughter Barbara Rae, seated on couch. 1 item Ph. (P50) undated. Photographic print, 3x4, black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Theodor Swem; composite picture of him, wearing a dark suit. 1 item Ph. (P51) undated. Photographic print, 2 5/8x3 1/2, black and white, head and shoulders, front view, Theodor Swem; composite picture of him, wearing a polka dot tie. 1 item Ph. (P52)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCartes de visite, photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem and Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a child. Photographic prints of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his family, including earl Gregg Swem III. September 24, 1910. Carte visite, 6 1/2\"x11\", black and white waist length, back view of Earl Gregg Swem, holding Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. on his shoulders. Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., whose face and arms are shown, is about 3 months old. Taken by H.P. Cook, Richmond, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P53) [ca. 1913]. Photographic print, 3 3/8\"x5 3/8\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. standing on a chair, wearing a white sailor suit; he is about three years old.\" 1 item Ph. (P54) December 1957. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his wife Anne standing on front of a Christmas tree, looking at each other. 1 item Ph. (P56) December 1957. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and hwite, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. and his wife Anne standing side by side, with \"Lassie\" the dog. 1 item Ph. (P57) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x?\" (cut into a circle. possibly for frame), black and hwite, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a baby, stannding in front of a tree, holding a letter, wearing a straw hat and looking down towards the ground. 1 item Ph. (P58) undated. Photographic print, 3 3/8\"x5 3/8\", black and white, full length, front view of young Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. standing on a chair, wearing a white overcoat and a dark hat with a white feather stuck in the isde. he is looking away from the camera, to the right. Taken by Layton Studio, Richmond, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P59) undated. Photographic Print, 4 1/4\"x6\", black and white, full length front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., seated in a white dress, and playing with a toy train. 1 item Ph. (P61) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., left wearing a white dress and grasping the chair on which Edward Swem sits. 1 item Ph. (P63) undated. Photographic print, 3 3/4\"x5 1/2\", black and white, waist length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. sitting on his father's lap; both are holding and looking at a book. 1 item Ph. (P63) undated. Photographic print, 1 1/2\"x?\" (oval composite), head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a young man. 1 item Ph. (P65) undated. Photogrpahic print, 4 1/2\"x6 1/2\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. as a young man. 1 item Ph. (P66) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length front view of Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., standing outside in a military uniform, with his hands held behind his back. 1 item Ph. (P67) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profils of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding Earl Gregg Swem II, an infant, to the camera. 2 items Ph. (P68, P69) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr. holding Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant, on her hip, so that he faces the camera. 1 item Ph. (P70) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, waist length, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding a blanket around Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant (with his eyes closed.) 1 item Ph. (P71) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 1/2\", black and white, back left profile of Mrs. Anne Swem, Jr., holding a blanket around Earl Gregg Swem III, an infant. 1 item Ph. (P72) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/4\", black and white, full length, back view, of Earl Gregg Swem III lying on his stomach, nude, holding his head up. 1 item Ph. (P73) undated. Photographic print, 4 1/2\"x3 1/4\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, wearing a snow suit and cap, sitting on a tricycle. 1 item Ph. (P74) undated. Photographic print, 4\"x5\", black and white, head and shoulders, front view, of Earl Gregg Swem III, wearing a white shirt. 1 item Ph. (P75) undated. Photographic print, 5\"x3 1/2\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, in front of \"Spadehaven,\" home of Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., Williamsburg, Va.. 1 item Ph. (P76) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem III, and his father Earl Gregg Swem, Jr., seated on steps of \"Spadehaven,\" home of Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., 1 item Ph. (P77) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", black and white, full length, front view of Earl Gregg Swem, III and Mrs. Newbury in her Restoration toggery in front of \"Spadehaven.\" 1 item Ph. (P78) undated. Photographic print, 6 3/8\"x4 1/2\", black and white, three quarters length, front view of the nephew of Mrs. Earl Gregg Swem, Sr., Loren Fryer. 1 item Ph. (P79) undated. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x2 3/8\", waist length, front view of three unidentifed people: a baby in dark overalls, an older woman with glasses (possibly Leota Swem), and a young girl in a plaid shirt, holding a flower. 1 item Ph. (P80) 1957. Photographic print, 5\"x7\", color tinted, full length, front view of HRH Queen Elizabeth and HRH Prince Philip of Chairman of the 350th Anniversary Celebration of the Settlement of Jamestown, Va., and his wife Edith. 1 item Ph. (P81) September 1962. Photographic print, 3 1/2\"x5\", color, waist length, front view of Earl and Edna Teagrardeu stand in a rose garden on Lake Washington. 1 item Ph. (P82) August 19 [?]. Photographic print, 2 1/4\"x3\", black and white, full length side view, of an unidentified child, a girl wearing a checkered dress and a bow in her hair, sitting outside on a field of grass. 1 item Ph. (P83) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x3\", black and white, full length, front view of Emeline and Leota Swem and an unidentified woman, all standing in front of a one story home. 1 item Ph. (P84) undated. Photographic print, 3\"x3\", black and white, front view of Earl Gregg Swem's home on Chandler Court, Williamsburg, Virginia. 1 item Ph. (P85)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiscellaneous papers and artifacts of Earl Gregg Swem family, including newsclippings, school papers, and cards as well as a lock of hair. December 1919. Christmas card from Earl Gregg Swem, to his \"dear wife,\" Lilia. 1 item 30 December 1912. \"A Curl from little Earl [Gregg Swem, Jr.],\" at 2 years and 6 months. 1 item. [ca. 1919]. Letter from Earl Gregg Swem, Jr. to Santa Claus, at age 9 years. 1 item. Circa 1938. Newspaper clipping about Emeline Swem and her garden of morning glories. 1 item. 1953. Letter from Earl Gregg Swem III to \"Old Daddy\" [Earl Gregg Swem], wishing him good health. 1 item. March 28, 1955. Invitation from Earl Gregg Swem III to his parents, asking them to the \"Assembly Program,\" \"Reading Can Be Fun.\" Attached is a construction paper \"card\" with illustration by Earl Gregg Swem III. 2 items. April 1, 1955. Assembly programs for \"Reading Can Be Fun,\" Earl Gregg Swem III's class presentation. Attached is an illustrated construction paper cover. 2 items. December 29, 1961. Newsclipping of Earl Greg (sic) Swem and his friends caroling for neighbors Miss Mamie Howell and Travis Howell. 1 item. undated. Program for the Mid-Winter Concert of Atherton High School. Earl Gregg Swem III sang in the Atherton Choruses. 1 item. undated. Bookplate of Leota Swem. 1 item. undated. Copy of woodcut by Worth Bailey of Spadehaven. 1 item.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGregg Family Letters and explanatory notes by Earl Gregg Swem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to Earl Gregg Swem regarding Swem and Gregg family history; explanatory notes by Earl Gregg Swem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaterials relating to the Wright family; Earl Gregg Swem's great grandmother Martha Wright, married Eli Gregg. TLSs and Cy of D. 3 items. Including TMss, Mss, undated papers regarding the Gregg, Swem and Wright families.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted materials regarding Gregg family history. PMs. 3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence about the Lacock family of Virginia and Washington Co., Pa. ALSs, Cys of TLSs. 12 items. Including ALSs, undated., letter about Lacock family history. 2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal documents pertaining to the Lacock family. Phsts. 2 items. Including Mss, undated notes on Lacock family. 2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article on Abner Lacock. NwsCl. 1 item. Including PMs, undated articles from unidentified journals about Abner Lacock. 2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence between Earl Gregg Swem and relatives and aquaintances about the Swem family; notes included. ALSs, Cys of TLSs, PMs. 35 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence between Earl Gregg Swem and relatives and acquaintances about the Swem family; notes and printed materials included. ALSs, Cys of TLSs, PMs, Mss. 26 items. Including ALS, CS and PM, undated, material regarding the Swem family. 3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters and notes about the Hansbrough family. ALSs, TLSs, Mss, TCys of ALSs. 22 items. Including ACS, Mss, undated, card and notes about the Hansbrough family. 4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument from the Stafford County Deed Book about James Hansborough. Phst. 1 item. Including TMs, undated, \"Hansborough Records.\" 1 item.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHansborough Bible records and other notes; fragments of \"A Mother's prayer,\" and \"When in future distant years..\" Mss, TMss, frags. 11 items. Including NwsCl., ca. 1935, clipping about Reverand John Thompson who built Salubria in 1742, later owned by James Hansborough. 1 item.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to and from Earl Gregg Swem and Lilia Swem regarding Lilia Swem's family history. ALSs, TLSs, ACSs. 18 items. Including ACS, 17 April [?], card to Lilia Swem. 1 item.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments and article relating to Dade family. Phsts. 3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLilia Swem's application and certification for membership in the Daughter's of the American Revolution and the Order of the First Families of Virginia. TMSs and Ms. 2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper and magazine articles about and by Earl Gregg Swem; including family obituaries. NwsCls. 21 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted materials regarding the career of Earl Gregg Swem. PMs, TMss. 20 items. Including ALSs, 13 October 1953-7 April 1958, miscellaneous letters to Swem. 2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClippings and materials about A. Raymond Swem and Leota Swem, brother and sister of Earl Gregg Swem; also includes the will of Leota Swem. NwsCls. and Ds. 12 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis series consists of photographs of members of the Hansbrough family, relatives of Earl Gregg Swem's wife, Lilia Hansbrough Swem. Includes letter from Anne B. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","This collection is organized into two series, 1. Papers, and 2. Manuscripts. This collection is arranged chronologically by date.","There were three generations of William Cabells who were surveyors. Dr. William Cabell (1700-1774) was a physician and assistant surveyor of Goochland and Albemarle Counties, Virginia under Joshua Fry and William Mayo. His son William Cabell (1729/30-1798) was also assistant surveyor of Albemarle County and surveyor of Amherst County, Virginia. His son and the third William Cabell (b. 1759) was surveyor of Amherst County, Virginia.","Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00017.frame","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.","Letters, 1885-1890, from William Cabell, England, to Alexander Brown, are located in the Cabell-Brown Collection within the Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."," Cabell-Brown Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Cabell- Brown Papers, 1885-1890.12 items.Collection number: Mss. Sm Coll Cabell-Brown"," The letters of Alexander Brown have been separated into two inventories, located within Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary, that are related to the Cabell Fmaily papers."," Alexander Brown Papers (I), Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."," Alexander Brown Papers (II), Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.","Accounts, surveys and correspondence, chiefly 1743-1823, of members of the Cabell family of Albemarle and Amherst counties, Virginia.","Includes accounts and land transactions, 1733-1754, of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) as well as letters written to him concerning medical treatment.","Also includes accounts, surveys of Amherst County and correspondence with commission merchants of William Cabell (1730-1798); and surveyor's license and surveys of William Cabell (b. 1759).","Also includes correspondence, 1796-1820, of William H. Cabell (1772-1853); correspondence of William S. Crawford, clerk of Amherst County; and correspondence relating to the will of Patrick Henry, Jr. including a list of books purchased from the estate of Patrick Henry (1736-1799).","Prominent correspondents in the collection include Joseph Carrington Cabell, John Marshall, Philip Norborne Nicholas, Wilson Cary Nicholas, Edmund Pendleton and Peyton Randolph.","There are manuscript volumes of the field survey books of Dr. William Cabell; entry survey books for Goochland and Albemarle Counties, and lists of court cases by William S. Crawford as well as surveys signed by Joshua Fry and surveying business conducted by the College of William and Mary.","Surveyor's Notebooks from the Cabell Family papers in Swem Library's microforms area, 1 reel, call number TA522 .V8 C3.","Document Signed. Contains the mark of Richard Chivers.","Creator unknown. Signature clipped. Autograph Letter.","Signed by Robert Hughes. Autograph Document Signed.","Autograph Document Signed","James Christian is bound unto William Cabell for the sum of 198 pounds 7 shillings and one penny.","With legacies to sons Elisha and Samuel and daughter Ruth Jordan. Witnessed by George Morrell and Thomas Ballard Smith. Document Signed. See medium oversize file.","Signed by Benjamin Robinson and E. Bennet. See medium oversize file.","Autograph Document.","About his sending Westcote Buttons and staples for the Baggs. Autograph Letter Signed.","Order upon the petition of William Cabell, Senior, Joseph Cabell, John Cabell, and William Hopkins. Leave is granted them to take up 6,000 acres in Goochland County on the branches of Blackwater Creek and bounded on Nicholas Davis' land and to extend backward towards other rivers. Signed by Robert Staunton and John Blair.","Payable to Samuel Allen. Tobacco receipt. Document Signed.","Note added that \"Entry made 1743 Joshua Fry\".","For 1600 acres of land beg[inning] at Samuel Burks, Jun[io]r; William Cabell enters for 400 acres of land beginning at the fork of Ioes Creek, and 400 acres on both sides of Fendlys Creek. Autographed Document.","Autograph Document.","Scope and Contents About sending John Row with 2 Negroes to \"bent plantation\" [signature clipped]. Autograph Letter.","Order signed by N. Walthoe. That William Cabell be granted leave to survey 1200 acres in Goochland County.","Autograph Document.","Signed by W. Wagner.","That William Cabell be granted leave to take up 1200 acres in Goochland on both sides of the Fluvanna River.","Survey of 50 acres on the south side of Rockfish River.","Document.","Document.","Signed by William Cabell and Joshua Fry. This document was conserved with support from the Virginia State Society, Daughters of Colonial Wars.","Signature clipped.","Signed by William Cabell and Joshua Fry. Conserved with support of the Daughters of Colonial Wars of the Commonwealth of Virginia.","Receipts signed by Thomas Everard.","Surveys signed by William Cabell, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor, and will of George Braxton of St. Stephens parish in King and Queen County.","Surveys signed by William Cabell, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor, note signed by Benjamin Waller.","By which Peter Randolph sold Samuel Burk a half acre lot in the town of Westham.","Signed by Thomas Jefferson, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor. Including survey of land in Albemarle County.","Condition of obligation between Mathew Talbot, Clement Read and Charles Talbot and Cornelius Cargill, Robert Henry Dyer, William Caldwell, and Abraham Martin.","Receipts signed by Benjamin Waller and Thomas Everard. Two documents dated 1754 were conserved with support from the Virginia State Society, Daughters of Colonial Wars.","Survey signed by John Staples, assistannt surveyor.","Receipt signed by James Nevil and Ben Waller. Survey signed by John Staples.","One receipt signed by T. Everard.","Statement from N. Walthoe, Williamsburg, Virginia to the Justices of Amherst County. Approving the place for the County Court House to be established, providing it be built at the expense of the county.","Admitted to court record.","About sending the supplies he had ordered and discussing the price of tobacco.","See medium oversize file.","See medium oversize file.","Requesting medical treatment for his wife and describing her symptoms.","Concerning surveys by William Cabell, Junior, surveyor.","Requesting treatment and listing his wife's symptoms.","Autograph Document Signed.","Authorizing William Cabell, Junior, to be Deputy Escheator for the counties of Albemarle, Amherst, Buckingham, and Bedford.","About his daughter's illness.","About the sale of his tobacco.","For payment for the Gazette.","Settled May 2769 (for 1768) \"for the use of the College of William and Mary.\" Signed by John Blair, Junior on the reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell Junior, surveyor.\"","Scope and Contents \"For the use of the College of William \u0026amp; Mary,\" signed by John Blair, on reverse of \"A List of fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell, Jun[io]r, surveyor.\"","Includes \"Invoice of Sundries Shipt by John Backhouse on board the John John Breakhill for Virginia on Account Colonel William Cabell Junior.\"","About his tobacco sales and invoice.","About his wife's illness.","On reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell Junior, surveyor,\" signed by Robert Miller, Bursar.","About the insurance due on the wheat and tobacco.","About his account.","Signed by Peyton Randolph.","About Thomas Lomax's giving security for his father's mortgage and removing the Negroes.","On the reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for Surveys in Amherst County, by William Cabell Junior, surveyor,\" signed by Robert Miller, Bursar.","About his father's suit. Copy.","On the reverse of \"A List of Fees Rec[eive]d for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell, jun[io]r, surv[eyor].\" Autograph Document Signed.","Saying \"I am truly sorry they have not altogether answered your Expectations.\"","Stating why he will not renew his consignment.","Copy(?).","(Signature clipped). Document.","Accounts of Colonel William Cabell, 1781; Hugh Rose, Amherst, to Major William Cabell, June 9, 1781; Two lists of militia ordered into service from Amherst County, 1781; Hugh Rose, Amherst, to Major William Cabell, July 24, 1781; Miscellaneous Receipts.","Issued by the College of William and Mary to William Cabell (William Cabell, Jr., 1759-) and signed by James Madison, George Wythe, Charles Bellini, and Benjamin Harrison.","Including house plan. Oversize. House plan scan=G0733.","To his brother William Sid Crawford, Amherst, about his studies.","Document.","Signed by Patrick Henry.","Unsigned document.","Signed by James Montgomery, assistant surveyor, and William Cabell, Junior, surveyor.","Giving medical advice.","Two letters dealing with the levy to pay for the county jail and repairing the court house.","Signed by Nicholas Davies.","Giving medical advice.","Addressed to an unknown recipient. Requesting a copy of a bill.","About his plans to move his law practice to Amherst.","Giving medical advice.","Explaining why he will not return home from Jamaica and stating, \" I live, I repent and will atone, as far as a future life of self denial, and a steady observance of all that is right can atone for my misdeeds.\"","About Cabell's candidacy for U.S. Representative.","Requesting him to return home. Copy.","With note signed by John Breckinridge.","Letter.","About his family's health.","About subscriptions to his relative Mr. Pleasant's paper which is \"entirely friendly to Republicanism and the cause of France...\"","About legislation in the U.S. Congress.","Includes surveys signed by James Higginbotham, surveyor.","About business matters.","Mentioning legal advice given by John Marshall.","About resuming his practice in the superior court and engaging in the business you mention.","About the division of the county.","About the selection of electors.","Saying all the electors will vote for Jefferson and Burr.","Mentioning the work of the current session of the House of Delegates and the dispute which took place between George Hay and James Thompson Callender.","Requesting a copy of the Amherst polls for Representative in Congress and commenting on international news.","Giving news of the House of Delegates.","About a promise of a loan. Signature clipped.","On business matters.","Letter to unknown recipient on business matters.","List of books from his father's estate contained in a letter from E. Winston to Colonel William Cabell.","About the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.","About Mr. Leake of Albemarle who hopes to take his place in the House of Representatives. Document.","About the preaching of his deceased brother's funeral sermon.","On business matters.","About his (lottery?) tickets.","About the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.","About the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.","About his debts.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About his family's health and his studies.","About the settlement of Mr. Henry's debts.","Scope and Contents About the opening of \"a public school\"; in the New Glasgow Academy.","About the management of her slaves--probably selling Frank because he has no connections nearby or hiring him out to \"some humane person that will treat him well.\"","Signature clipped.","Date on letter is incorrectly recorded as 1707. About negotiations with the British government.","Deposition about a negro runaway slave named Fleming.","About the happenings in the House of Representatives.","Letter to unknown recipient.","Letter to unknown recipient.","Letter to unknown recipient.","Mentioning that Mr. Tucker and he will come to dinner.","Signature clipped.","Letter to unknown recipient.","About \"the family of Hannah I mean the two girls, who have never been House servants, other than as spinners, at which business they have been excellent hands and may yet be so, if taught a proper degree of subordination by a mistress--the others except the small children have been wrought in the plantation,\" Signature clipped.","Scope and Contents Saying his \"negroes ar now under excellent discipline and so free from punishment \u0026amp; so well satisfied with their situation, that my carpenter John Brown, who must be sent to Corrottoman this fall, if very much opposed to going although I consent for his wife to go with him. My overseer is an active, attentive \u0026amp; amiable man.\"","Content about the difficulty of hiring a new overseer.","About business matters.","Scope and Contents About news at \"Union Grove\".","About his plans to be a candidate for the Senate.","About business matters.","About family and business matters.","Manuscript Volume 1","Signed by William Hill, assisant surveyor.","About hiring his man, Joshua.","Manuscript Volume 2.","Manuscript Volume 3.","Including accounts of Robert L. Brown and Mayo Cabell and business letters of Mayo Cabell.","42 items.","Manuscript","Including a list of medicines sold.","5 items. Photographs.","Photograph","Photograph","Photograph","Two photographs.","Photograph","Made by Alexander Brown and others. Manuscript.","Printed material.","Manuscript.","Manuscript.","About a letter from John Brown to William Cabell dated April 20, 1781. Newspaper clipping.","See microfilm of survey notebooks.","Manuscript Volume 4. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.  Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albermarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 5. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","22 pages. Manuscript Volume 6. Notebook in multiple hands, one being Nicholas Cabell's (1750-1803). Based in Amherst, Va., Cabell was a notable Virginia politician in the latter half of the 18th century. Notebook contents include merchants' arithmetic problems and various memoranda and notes on accounts, debts, writs, prices, and wights. Dates in the notebook include 1750 and 1779.","13 pages. Manuscript Volume 7. Entry survey book of Colonel William Cabell (1730-1798), 1753 June 25-October 7, with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Colonel William Cabell was a notable public official in Virginia in the latter half of the 18th century. He became assistant surveyor of Albemarle County in 1753.","32 pages. Manuscript Volume 8. Entry survey book in several hands for Goochland County, 1736-1743. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. A few entries are in William Cabell's hand. Note: these are not complete entries--i.e. 101, 114, 214, etc.--may have been written by Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) after he returned from England in 1741.","120 pages. Manuscript Volume 9. Entry survey book in several hands for Albemarle County, 1744 December-1745 April. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.","Manuscript Volume 10. Entry survey book in unknown hand with index, 1743-1747. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.","Manuscript Volume 11. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the survey was done. Various entries dated 1743. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 12. Account book for 1752-1774 with farm and medical accounts of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774). Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","318 pages. Manuscript Volume 13. Field book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) with various surveys and written religious reflections, 1752-1754. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the survey was done. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 14. Religious notes in unknown hand interleaved with surveys, one in the hand of Col. William Cabell (1730-1798). Notes on medicine, tobacco, and farm accounts are by Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774). Various entries dated 1756-1758. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albermarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon. Colonel William Cabell was a notable public official in Virginia in the latter half of the 18th century.","Manuscript Volume 15. Notebook containing mathematical and geometry problems in an unknown hand. The final two pages of text contain a listing of legal disagreements, with dates and names of the persons in conflict and notes on the judgment. Various entries dated 1745 and 1747.","Manuscript Volume 16. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Various entries dated 1748 and 1750. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 17","Manuscript Volume 18","Manuscript Volume 19","Manuscript Volume 20","Manuscript Volume 21","Manuscript Volume 22","Manuscript Volume 23","Manuscript Volume 24","26 pages. Manuscript Volume 25","20 pages. Manuscript Volume 26","15 pages. Manuscript Volume 27","15 pages. Manuscript Volume 28","7 pages. Manuscript Volume 29","22 pages. Manuscript Volume 30.","Manuscript Volume 31","Manuscript Volume 32","Manuscript Volume 33","Manuscript Volume 34","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Cabell family","Cabell, Joseph C. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access:"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection is organized into two series, 1. Papers, and 2. Manuscripts. 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Dr. William Cabell (1700-1774) was a physician and assistant surveyor of Goochland and Albemarle Counties, Virginia under Joshua Fry and William Mayo. His son William Cabell (1729/30-1798) was also assistant surveyor of Albemarle County and surveyor of Amherst County, Virginia. His son and the third William Cabell (b. 1759) was surveyor of Amherst County, Virginia."],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eAdditional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00017.frame\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["General"],"odd_tesim":["Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00017.frame"],"phystech_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eWhen available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.\u003c/p\u003e"],"phystech_heading_ssm":["Physical Characteristics or Technical Requirements:"],"phystech_tesim":["When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCabell Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Cabell Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLetters, 1885-1890, from William Cabell, England, to Alexander Brown, are located in the Cabell-Brown Collection within the Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Cabell-Brown Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Cabell- Brown Papers, 1885-1890.12 items.Collection number: Mss. Sm Coll Cabell-Brown\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e The letters of Alexander Brown have been separated into two inventories, located within Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary, that are related to the Cabell Fmaily papers.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Alexander Brown Papers (I), Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Alexander Brown Papers (II), Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["Letters, 1885-1890, from William Cabell, England, to Alexander Brown, are located in the Cabell-Brown Collection within the Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."," Cabell-Brown Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Cabell- Brown Papers, 1885-1890.12 items.Collection number: Mss. Sm Coll Cabell-Brown"," The letters of Alexander Brown have been separated into two inventories, located within Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary, that are related to the Cabell Fmaily papers."," Alexander Brown Papers (I), Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."," Alexander Brown Papers (II), Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eAccounts, surveys and correspondence, chiefly 1743-1823, of members of the Cabell family of Albemarle and Amherst counties, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes accounts and land transactions, 1733-1754, of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) as well as letters written to him concerning medical treatment.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso includes accounts, surveys of Amherst County and correspondence with commission merchants of William Cabell (1730-1798); and surveyor's license and surveys of William Cabell (b. 1759).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso includes correspondence, 1796-1820, of William H. Cabell (1772-1853); correspondence of William S. Crawford, clerk of Amherst County; and correspondence relating to the will of Patrick Henry, Jr. including a list of books purchased from the estate of Patrick Henry (1736-1799).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eProminent correspondents in the collection include Joseph Carrington Cabell, John Marshall, Philip Norborne Nicholas, Wilson Cary Nicholas, Edmund Pendleton and Peyton Randolph.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere are manuscript volumes of the field survey books of Dr. William Cabell; entry survey books for Goochland and Albemarle Counties, and lists of court cases by William S. Crawford as well as surveys signed by Joshua Fry and surveying business conducted by the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSurveyor's Notebooks from the Cabell Family papers in Swem Library's microforms area, 1 reel, call number TA522 .V8 C3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument Signed. Contains the mark of Richard Chivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCreator unknown. Signature clipped. Autograph Letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Robert Hughes. Autograph Document Signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph Document Signed\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Christian is bound unto William Cabell for the sum of 198 pounds 7 shillings and one penny.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWith legacies to sons Elisha and Samuel and daughter Ruth Jordan. Witnessed by George Morrell and Thomas Ballard Smith. Document Signed. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Benjamin Robinson and E. Bennet. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph Document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his sending Westcote Buttons and staples for the Baggs. Autograph Letter Signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder upon the petition of William Cabell, Senior, Joseph Cabell, John Cabell, and William Hopkins. Leave is granted them to take up 6,000 acres in Goochland County on the branches of Blackwater Creek and bounded on Nicholas Davis' land and to extend backward towards other rivers. Signed by Robert Staunton and John Blair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayable to Samuel Allen. Tobacco receipt. Document Signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote added that \"Entry made 1743 Joshua Fry\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 1600 acres of land beg[inning] at Samuel Burks, Jun[io]r; William Cabell enters for 400 acres of land beginning at the fork of Ioes Creek, and 400 acres on both sides of Fendlys Creek. Autographed Document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph Document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents About sending John Row with 2 Negroes to \"bent plantation\" [signature clipped]. Autograph Letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder signed by N. Walthoe. That William Cabell be granted leave to survey 1200 acres in Goochland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph Document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by W. Wagner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThat William Cabell be granted leave to take up 1200 acres in Goochland on both sides of the Fluvanna River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey of 50 acres on the south side of Rockfish River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by William Cabell and Joshua Fry. This document was conserved with support from the Virginia State Society, Daughters of Colonial Wars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSignature clipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by William Cabell and Joshua Fry. Conserved with support of the Daughters of Colonial Wars of the Commonwealth of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts signed by Thomas Everard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveys signed by William Cabell, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor, and will of George Braxton of St. Stephens parish in King and Queen County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveys signed by William Cabell, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor, note signed by Benjamin Waller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy which Peter Randolph sold Samuel Burk a half acre lot in the town of Westham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Thomas Jefferson, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor. Including survey of land in Albemarle County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCondition of obligation between Mathew Talbot, Clement Read and Charles Talbot and Cornelius Cargill, Robert Henry Dyer, William Caldwell, and Abraham Martin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts signed by Benjamin Waller and Thomas Everard. Two documents dated 1754 were conserved with support from the Virginia State Society, Daughters of Colonial Wars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey signed by John Staples, assistannt surveyor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt signed by James Nevil and Ben Waller. Survey signed by John Staples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt signed by T. Everard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement from N. Walthoe, Williamsburg, Virginia to the Justices of Amherst County. Approving the place for the County Court House to be established, providing it be built at the expense of the county.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdmitted to court record.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout sending the supplies he had ordered and discussing the price of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting medical treatment for his wife and describing her symptoms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning surveys by William Cabell, Junior, surveyor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting treatment and listing his wife's symptoms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph Document Signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorizing William Cabell, Junior, to be Deputy Escheator for the counties of Albemarle, Amherst, Buckingham, and Bedford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his daughter's illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor payment for the Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettled May 2769 (for 1768) \"for the use of the College of William and Mary.\" Signed by John Blair, Junior on the reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell Junior, surveyor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents \"For the use of the College of William \u0026amp;amp; Mary,\" signed by John Blair, on reverse of \"A List of fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell, Jun[io]r, surveyor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes \"Invoice of Sundries Shipt by John Backhouse on board the John John Breakhill for Virginia on Account Colonel William Cabell Junior.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his tobacco sales and invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his wife's illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell Junior, surveyor,\" signed by Robert Miller, Bursar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the insurance due on the wheat and tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Peyton Randolph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout Thomas Lomax's giving security for his father's mortgage and removing the Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for Surveys in Amherst County, by William Cabell Junior, surveyor,\" signed by Robert Miller, Bursar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his father's suit. Copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the reverse of \"A List of Fees Rec[eive]d for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell, jun[io]r, surv[eyor].\" Autograph Document Signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying \"I am truly sorry they have not altogether answered your Expectations.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStating why he will not renew his consignment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(Signature clipped). Document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts of Colonel William Cabell, 1781; Hugh Rose, Amherst, to Major William Cabell, June 9, 1781; Two lists of militia ordered into service from Amherst County, 1781; Hugh Rose, Amherst, to Major William Cabell, July 24, 1781; Miscellaneous Receipts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIssued by the College of William and Mary to William Cabell (William Cabell, Jr., 1759-) and signed by James Madison, George Wythe, Charles Bellini, and Benjamin Harrison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding house plan. Oversize. House plan scan=G0733.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo his brother William Sid Crawford, Amherst, about his studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by James Montgomery, assistant surveyor, and William Cabell, Junior, surveyor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving medical advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters dealing with the levy to pay for the county jail and repairing the court house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Nicholas Davies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving medical advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddressed to an unknown recipient. Requesting a copy of a bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his plans to move his law practice to Amherst.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving medical advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplaining why he will not return home from Jamaica and stating, \" I live, I repent and will atone, as far as a future life of self denial, and a steady observance of all that is right can atone for my misdeeds.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout Cabell's candidacy for U.S. Representative.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting him to return home. Copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWith note signed by John Breckinridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his family's health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout subscriptions to his relative Mr. Pleasant's paper which is \"entirely friendly to Republicanism and the cause of France...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout legislation in the U.S. Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes surveys signed by James Higginbotham, surveyor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning legal advice given by John Marshall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout resuming his practice in the superior court and engaging in the business you mention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the division of the county.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the selection of electors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaying all the electors will vote for Jefferson and Burr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning the work of the current session of the House of Delegates and the dispute which took place between George Hay and James Thompson Callender.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a copy of the Amherst polls for Representative in Congress and commenting on international news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGiving news of the House of Delegates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout a promise of a loan. Signature clipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to unknown recipient on business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of books from his father's estate contained in a letter from E. Winston to Colonel William Cabell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout Mr. Leake of Albemarle who hopes to take his place in the House of Representatives. Document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the preaching of his deceased brother's funeral sermon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his (lottery?) tickets.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his debts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the sale of his tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his family's health and his studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the settlement of Mr. Henry's debts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents About the opening of \"a public school\"; in the New Glasgow Academy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the management of her slaves--probably selling Frank because he has no connections nearby or hiring him out to \"some humane person that will treat him well.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSignature clipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate on letter is incorrectly recorded as 1707. About negotiations with the British government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition about a negro runaway slave named Fleming.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout the happenings in the House of Representatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to unknown recipient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to unknown recipient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to unknown recipient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning that Mr. Tucker and he will come to dinner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSignature clipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to unknown recipient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout \"the family of Hannah I mean the two girls, who have never been House servants, other than as spinners, at which business they have been excellent hands and may yet be so, if taught a proper degree of subordination by a mistress--the others except the small children have been wrought in the plantation,\" Signature clipped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Saying his \"negroes ar now under excellent discipline and so free from punishment \u0026amp;amp; so well satisfied with their situation, that my carpenter John Brown, who must be sent to Corrottoman this fall, if very much opposed to going although I consent for his wife to go with him. My overseer is an active, attentive \u0026amp;amp; amiable man.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContent about the difficulty of hiring a new overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents About news at \"Union Grove\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout his plans to be a candidate for the Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout family and business matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by William Hill, assisant surveyor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout hiring his man, Joshua.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding accounts of Robert L. Brown and Mayo Cabell and business letters of Mayo Cabell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e42 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding a list of medicines sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items. Photographs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotograph\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotograph\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotograph\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo photographs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotograph\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMade by Alexander Brown and others. Manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbout a letter from John Brown to William Cabell dated April 20, 1781. Newspaper clipping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee microfilm of survey notebooks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 4. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.  Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albermarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 5. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 pages. Manuscript Volume 6. Notebook in multiple hands, one being Nicholas Cabell's (1750-1803). Based in Amherst, Va., Cabell was a notable Virginia politician in the latter half of the 18th century. Notebook contents include merchants' arithmetic problems and various memoranda and notes on accounts, debts, writs, prices, and wights. Dates in the notebook include 1750 and 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 pages. Manuscript Volume 7. Entry survey book of Colonel William Cabell (1730-1798), 1753 June 25-October 7, with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Colonel William Cabell was a notable public official in Virginia in the latter half of the 18th century. He became assistant surveyor of Albemarle County in 1753.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e32 pages. Manuscript Volume 8. Entry survey book in several hands for Goochland County, 1736-1743. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. A few entries are in William Cabell's hand. Note: these are not complete entries--i.e. 101, 114, 214, etc.--may have been written by Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) after he returned from England in 1741.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e120 pages. Manuscript Volume 9. Entry survey book in several hands for Albemarle County, 1744 December-1745 April. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 10. Entry survey book in unknown hand with index, 1743-1747. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 11. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the survey was done. Various entries dated 1743. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 12. Account book for 1752-1774 with farm and medical accounts of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774). Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e318 pages. Manuscript Volume 13. Field book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) with various surveys and written religious reflections, 1752-1754. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the survey was done. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 14. Religious notes in unknown hand interleaved with surveys, one in the hand of Col. William Cabell (1730-1798). Notes on medicine, tobacco, and farm accounts are by Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774). Various entries dated 1756-1758. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albermarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon. Colonel William Cabell was a notable public official in Virginia in the latter half of the 18th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 15. Notebook containing mathematical and geometry problems in an unknown hand. The final two pages of text contain a listing of legal disagreements, with dates and names of the persons in conflict and notes on the judgment. Various entries dated 1745 and 1747.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 16. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Various entries dated 1748 and 1750. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 17\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 18\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 19\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 20\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 21\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 22\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 23\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Volume 24\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 pages. Manuscript Volume 25\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20 pages. Manuscript Volume 26\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e15 pages. Manuscript Volume 27\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e15 pages. Manuscript Volume 28\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 pages. Manuscript Volume 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 pages. 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Cabell (1772-1853); correspondence of William S. Crawford, clerk of Amherst County; and correspondence relating to the will of Patrick Henry, Jr. including a list of books purchased from the estate of Patrick Henry (1736-1799).","Prominent correspondents in the collection include Joseph Carrington Cabell, John Marshall, Philip Norborne Nicholas, Wilson Cary Nicholas, Edmund Pendleton and Peyton Randolph.","There are manuscript volumes of the field survey books of Dr. William Cabell; entry survey books for Goochland and Albemarle Counties, and lists of court cases by William S. Crawford as well as surveys signed by Joshua Fry and surveying business conducted by the College of William and Mary.","Surveyor's Notebooks from the Cabell Family papers in Swem Library's microforms area, 1 reel, call number TA522 .V8 C3.","Document Signed. Contains the mark of Richard Chivers.","Creator unknown. Signature clipped. Autograph Letter.","Signed by Robert Hughes. Autograph Document Signed.","Autograph Document Signed","James Christian is bound unto William Cabell for the sum of 198 pounds 7 shillings and one penny.","With legacies to sons Elisha and Samuel and daughter Ruth Jordan. Witnessed by George Morrell and Thomas Ballard Smith. Document Signed. See medium oversize file.","Signed by Benjamin Robinson and E. Bennet. See medium oversize file.","Autograph Document.","About his sending Westcote Buttons and staples for the Baggs. Autograph Letter Signed.","Order upon the petition of William Cabell, Senior, Joseph Cabell, John Cabell, and William Hopkins. Leave is granted them to take up 6,000 acres in Goochland County on the branches of Blackwater Creek and bounded on Nicholas Davis' land and to extend backward towards other rivers. Signed by Robert Staunton and John Blair.","Payable to Samuel Allen. Tobacco receipt. Document Signed.","Note added that \"Entry made 1743 Joshua Fry\".","For 1600 acres of land beg[inning] at Samuel Burks, Jun[io]r; William Cabell enters for 400 acres of land beginning at the fork of Ioes Creek, and 400 acres on both sides of Fendlys Creek. Autographed Document.","Autograph Document.","Scope and Contents About sending John Row with 2 Negroes to \"bent plantation\" [signature clipped]. Autograph Letter.","Order signed by N. Walthoe. That William Cabell be granted leave to survey 1200 acres in Goochland County.","Autograph Document.","Signed by W. Wagner.","That William Cabell be granted leave to take up 1200 acres in Goochland on both sides of the Fluvanna River.","Survey of 50 acres on the south side of Rockfish River.","Document.","Document.","Signed by William Cabell and Joshua Fry. This document was conserved with support from the Virginia State Society, Daughters of Colonial Wars.","Signature clipped.","Signed by William Cabell and Joshua Fry. Conserved with support of the Daughters of Colonial Wars of the Commonwealth of Virginia.","Receipts signed by Thomas Everard.","Surveys signed by William Cabell, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor, and will of George Braxton of St. Stephens parish in King and Queen County.","Surveys signed by William Cabell, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor, note signed by Benjamin Waller.","By which Peter Randolph sold Samuel Burk a half acre lot in the town of Westham.","Signed by Thomas Jefferson, assistant surveyor, and Joshua Fry, surveyor. Including survey of land in Albemarle County.","Condition of obligation between Mathew Talbot, Clement Read and Charles Talbot and Cornelius Cargill, Robert Henry Dyer, William Caldwell, and Abraham Martin.","Receipts signed by Benjamin Waller and Thomas Everard. Two documents dated 1754 were conserved with support from the Virginia State Society, Daughters of Colonial Wars.","Survey signed by John Staples, assistannt surveyor.","Receipt signed by James Nevil and Ben Waller. Survey signed by John Staples.","One receipt signed by T. Everard.","Statement from N. Walthoe, Williamsburg, Virginia to the Justices of Amherst County. Approving the place for the County Court House to be established, providing it be built at the expense of the county.","Admitted to court record.","About sending the supplies he had ordered and discussing the price of tobacco.","See medium oversize file.","See medium oversize file.","Requesting medical treatment for his wife and describing her symptoms.","Concerning surveys by William Cabell, Junior, surveyor.","Requesting treatment and listing his wife's symptoms.","Autograph Document Signed.","Authorizing William Cabell, Junior, to be Deputy Escheator for the counties of Albemarle, Amherst, Buckingham, and Bedford.","About his daughter's illness.","About the sale of his tobacco.","For payment for the Gazette.","Settled May 2769 (for 1768) \"for the use of the College of William and Mary.\" Signed by John Blair, Junior on the reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell Junior, surveyor.\"","Scope and Contents \"For the use of the College of William \u0026amp; Mary,\" signed by John Blair, on reverse of \"A List of fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell, Jun[io]r, surveyor.\"","Includes \"Invoice of Sundries Shipt by John Backhouse on board the John John Breakhill for Virginia on Account Colonel William Cabell Junior.\"","About his tobacco sales and invoice.","About his wife's illness.","On reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell Junior, surveyor,\" signed by Robert Miller, Bursar.","About the insurance due on the wheat and tobacco.","About his account.","Signed by Peyton Randolph.","About Thomas Lomax's giving security for his father's mortgage and removing the Negroes.","On the reverse of \"A List of Fees Received for Surveys in Amherst County, by William Cabell Junior, surveyor,\" signed by Robert Miller, Bursar.","About his father's suit. Copy.","On the reverse of \"A List of Fees Rec[eive]d for surveys in Amherst County by William Cabell, jun[io]r, surv[eyor].\" Autograph Document Signed.","Saying \"I am truly sorry they have not altogether answered your Expectations.\"","Stating why he will not renew his consignment.","Copy(?).","(Signature clipped). Document.","Accounts of Colonel William Cabell, 1781; Hugh Rose, Amherst, to Major William Cabell, June 9, 1781; Two lists of militia ordered into service from Amherst County, 1781; Hugh Rose, Amherst, to Major William Cabell, July 24, 1781; Miscellaneous Receipts.","Issued by the College of William and Mary to William Cabell (William Cabell, Jr., 1759-) and signed by James Madison, George Wythe, Charles Bellini, and Benjamin Harrison.","Including house plan. Oversize. House plan scan=G0733.","To his brother William Sid Crawford, Amherst, about his studies.","Document.","Signed by Patrick Henry.","Unsigned document.","Signed by James Montgomery, assistant surveyor, and William Cabell, Junior, surveyor.","Giving medical advice.","Two letters dealing with the levy to pay for the county jail and repairing the court house.","Signed by Nicholas Davies.","Giving medical advice.","Addressed to an unknown recipient. Requesting a copy of a bill.","About his plans to move his law practice to Amherst.","Giving medical advice.","Explaining why he will not return home from Jamaica and stating, \" I live, I repent and will atone, as far as a future life of self denial, and a steady observance of all that is right can atone for my misdeeds.\"","About Cabell's candidacy for U.S. Representative.","Requesting him to return home. Copy.","With note signed by John Breckinridge.","Letter.","About his family's health.","About subscriptions to his relative Mr. Pleasant's paper which is \"entirely friendly to Republicanism and the cause of France...\"","About legislation in the U.S. Congress.","Includes surveys signed by James Higginbotham, surveyor.","About business matters.","Mentioning legal advice given by John Marshall.","About resuming his practice in the superior court and engaging in the business you mention.","About the division of the county.","About the selection of electors.","Saying all the electors will vote for Jefferson and Burr.","Mentioning the work of the current session of the House of Delegates and the dispute which took place between George Hay and James Thompson Callender.","Requesting a copy of the Amherst polls for Representative in Congress and commenting on international news.","Giving news of the House of Delegates.","About a promise of a loan. Signature clipped.","On business matters.","Letter to unknown recipient on business matters.","List of books from his father's estate contained in a letter from E. Winston to Colonel William Cabell.","About the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.","About Mr. Leake of Albemarle who hopes to take his place in the House of Representatives. Document.","About the preaching of his deceased brother's funeral sermon.","On business matters.","About his (lottery?) tickets.","About the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.","About the settlement of the estate of Patrick Henry.","About his debts.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About the sale of his tobacco.","About his family's health and his studies.","About the settlement of Mr. Henry's debts.","Scope and Contents About the opening of \"a public school\"; in the New Glasgow Academy.","About the management of her slaves--probably selling Frank because he has no connections nearby or hiring him out to \"some humane person that will treat him well.\"","Signature clipped.","Date on letter is incorrectly recorded as 1707. About negotiations with the British government.","Deposition about a negro runaway slave named Fleming.","About the happenings in the House of Representatives.","Letter to unknown recipient.","Letter to unknown recipient.","Letter to unknown recipient.","Mentioning that Mr. Tucker and he will come to dinner.","Signature clipped.","Letter to unknown recipient.","About \"the family of Hannah I mean the two girls, who have never been House servants, other than as spinners, at which business they have been excellent hands and may yet be so, if taught a proper degree of subordination by a mistress--the others except the small children have been wrought in the plantation,\" Signature clipped.","Scope and Contents Saying his \"negroes ar now under excellent discipline and so free from punishment \u0026amp; so well satisfied with their situation, that my carpenter John Brown, who must be sent to Corrottoman this fall, if very much opposed to going although I consent for his wife to go with him. My overseer is an active, attentive \u0026amp; amiable man.\"","Content about the difficulty of hiring a new overseer.","About business matters.","Scope and Contents About news at \"Union Grove\".","About his plans to be a candidate for the Senate.","About business matters.","About family and business matters.","Manuscript Volume 1","Signed by William Hill, assisant surveyor.","About hiring his man, Joshua.","Manuscript Volume 2.","Manuscript Volume 3.","Including accounts of Robert L. Brown and Mayo Cabell and business letters of Mayo Cabell.","42 items.","Manuscript","Including a list of medicines sold.","5 items. Photographs.","Photograph","Photograph","Photograph","Two photographs.","Photograph","Made by Alexander Brown and others. Manuscript.","Printed material.","Manuscript.","Manuscript.","About a letter from John Brown to William Cabell dated April 20, 1781. Newspaper clipping.","See microfilm of survey notebooks.","Manuscript Volume 4. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.  Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albermarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 5. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","22 pages. Manuscript Volume 6. Notebook in multiple hands, one being Nicholas Cabell's (1750-1803). Based in Amherst, Va., Cabell was a notable Virginia politician in the latter half of the 18th century. Notebook contents include merchants' arithmetic problems and various memoranda and notes on accounts, debts, writs, prices, and wights. Dates in the notebook include 1750 and 1779.","13 pages. Manuscript Volume 7. Entry survey book of Colonel William Cabell (1730-1798), 1753 June 25-October 7, with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Colonel William Cabell was a notable public official in Virginia in the latter half of the 18th century. He became assistant surveyor of Albemarle County in 1753.","32 pages. Manuscript Volume 8. Entry survey book in several hands for Goochland County, 1736-1743. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. A few entries are in William Cabell's hand. Note: these are not complete entries--i.e. 101, 114, 214, etc.--may have been written by Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) after he returned from England in 1741.","120 pages. Manuscript Volume 9. Entry survey book in several hands for Albemarle County, 1744 December-1745 April. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.","Manuscript Volume 10. Entry survey book in unknown hand with index, 1743-1747. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done.","Manuscript Volume 11. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the survey was done. Various entries dated 1743. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 12. Account book for 1752-1774 with farm and medical accounts of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774). Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","318 pages. Manuscript Volume 13. Field book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774) with various surveys and written religious reflections, 1752-1754. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the survey was done. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 14. Religious notes in unknown hand interleaved with surveys, one in the hand of Col. William Cabell (1730-1798). Notes on medicine, tobacco, and farm accounts are by Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774). Various entries dated 1756-1758. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albermarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon. Colonel William Cabell was a notable public official in Virginia in the latter half of the 18th century.","Manuscript Volume 15. Notebook containing mathematical and geometry problems in an unknown hand. The final two pages of text contain a listing of legal disagreements, with dates and names of the persons in conflict and notes on the judgment. Various entries dated 1745 and 1747.","Manuscript Volume 16. Field survey book of Dr. William Cabell (1699-1774), with various survey reports. Survey entries and reports usually include date, general location, measurements and description of the work, and name of person for whom the surveying work was done. Various entries dated 1748 and 1750. Dr. William Cabell was a justice and surveyor for Goochland, Va. and Albemarle, Va. as well as a farmer and practicing physician and surgeon.","Manuscript Volume 17","Manuscript Volume 18","Manuscript Volume 19","Manuscript Volume 20","Manuscript Volume 21","Manuscript Volume 22","Manuscript Volume 23","Manuscript Volume 24","26 pages. Manuscript Volume 25","20 pages. Manuscript Volume 26","15 pages. Manuscript Volume 27","15 pages. Manuscript Volume 28","7 pages. Manuscript Volume 29","22 pages. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Chronological.","Each addition is listed as a sub-series, numbered in the order in which it was received.","Thomas G. Pullen, Jr. served as superintendent of education in Maryland and as president of the University of Baltimore. He apparently served in the friaries in World War I. He was a member of the William \u0026 Mary class of 1917.","Accessions received from 1965 to 1980 were combined during processing and are all contained in Mss. 65 P96.","Collection of documents, 1655-1791, most of which relate to King William III and Queen Mary II of England. Includes correspondence of and warrants signed by William III; letter of Mary II; documents signed by Sir Christopher Wren; documents written by Samuel Pepys; order signed by James II; letter of Leopold, Emperor of Germany; engravings of William III; and a printed announcement of the ascension of William and Mary to the throne of England. Some documents are in French and Latin but some include transcriptions and translations. The Pepys documents which are in shorthand include transcriptions. Some documents available in transcript. The collection was a gift of Thomas G. Pullen and Louise Rowe Pullen, and purchases from various sources.","Oversize box (Acc. 1989.14) contains 1688/89 Dutch satirical broadside entitled, \"Arlequin Deodat, et Pamirge Hypochondriaques,\" depicting King James II, King William III and King Louis XIV, with four columns of verse, the first two in French and the latter two in English.  It is a variant of 1689 broadside.  16.25\u0026quot; x 22.5\u0026quot;.","Addition 2008.312: Payment request to the Treasury to pay \"To the Treasurer of the Ordnance...3000,\" \"...of the Navy for the Vicheallors...3000,\" Queen Dowager in part of her Quarter on such War. as you shall receive from their...1500,\" and \"To the Earle of Rarelagh for the ....1500.\" Written by a secretary but signed by William III.","5 d'Avril, 1655: [Henriette] Marie [Stuart], Teylingue, [grandmother of William III] to \"Monsieur mon cousin,\" Congratulates him in the birth of a daughter. In French. 1 pp. ALS. Including translation. 1 p.","William, Prince of Orange, in appreciation of the poem sung by Lucas van de Poll, juris consult, on his recent entrance into the city of Utrecht, presents a momento to him. In Latin. 1 p. MS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, William \u0026 Mary.","Transfers payment to Edward Backwell. Signed by Prince d'Orange. 1 p. DS. includes frag. of DS, 6 June, 1671, signed by Thomas Clifford. 1 p.","Prince of Orange, in the army at Bodegrave, to Colonel Van Dam, Muyden. Requests a check on certain costs of army transport. Signed \"G. Prince d'Orange,\" countersigned by C.[onstantijn] Huygins. In Dutch. 1 p. D.S.","James [Duke of York] Win[d]sor, to his nephew, [William], the Prince of Orange, Holland. Note accompanies newsbearer. Sends his affectionate greetings. 1 p. ALS.","Guillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Groeningen, The Netherlands to [?]. In French. This letter accompanies a note from Monsieur de Lira; although he does not believe it to be genuine, he [recipient] can consult with M. de Lira or M. the Duke of Villaharmosa to prevent this plan of the enemy; fears there is a plot against Namur and the Duke should try to prevent this by placing some men there. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes transciption and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William \u0026 Mary, 1993, and William Gill, Class of 1993.","William of Orange to \"Dir Sirs,\" Zeeland. Requests that ships under recipients' command be sent to Lt. Admiral Willem Bastianes. Move as quickly as possible to the Baltic to strengthen the fleet of the King of Denmark. In Dutch. 1 p. LS.","Guillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Hauge, to his uncle Electoral Highness. Sends best wishes on the birth of a princess to Madame the Electress. In French. 2 pp. LS. includes transcription and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William \u0026 Mary, 1993.","Receipt for the payment of eighty pounds to Henry Robinson, goldsmith, by William Page of London, signed and sealed by Henry Robinson in the presence of Edward Willson, Ro[bert] Page, Thomas Beach, Edward Robinson, and Pembrose Wade. 1 p. DS.","14 July, [16]79. Warrant issued by the office of the Lord High Admiral to the clerk of the chequer of his Majesty's yard at woolwich; appoints Gamaliel Palmer as boatswain of the ship James Galley. Signed by J. Lippett, Ro[bert] Haddock, and J. Sotherne. 1 p. DS. Includes transcription.","Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to [?]. Having received the orders from the King, proposed to the Estates to authorize himself to send three Scottish regiments, which they did; M. de Bentinck will report to you the nature of the proposition to this plan. In French. 1 p. ALS. Translation and transcription (6 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lit., 1993 and William Gill, Class of 1993.","21 March, [16]86/87. Sidney Godolphin, Whitehall, to Sir Richard Bulstrode, Brussels. Gives Bulstrode a letter for diplomat, Sir William Godolphin in Madrid. Thanks him for his kindness and civility. 1 p. ALS.","2 Fevrier, 1687[/8]. Contemporary summary of letter from a Jesuit from Leigh [Leige] to a Jesuit from Fribourg. Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some \"heretics\" to turn to William of Orange. In French. 2 pp. MS. Translation and transcription (5 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","2 Fevr[ier], 1687[/8]: \"Copie d'une Lettre d'un Jesuite de Leige ecrit a un Jesuite de Friburge...\" Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some \"heretics\" to turn to William of Orange. Heading in French, text in Latin. 3 pp. L. Includes translation (5 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","6/16 June, 1687: G[uillame] (William III), Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to Friedrich Wilhelm, Great Elector of Brandenburg. Hopes for his approval of the selection of Margrave Albert to succeed the colonelship made vacant by the death of Margrave Louis. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","Prince of Orange to his uncle Friedrich Wilhelm, the Great Elector of Brandenburg. Expresses his opinions of the wedding proposed by the King of Denmark to the Elector's daughter. Advises the Elector to wait on the matter until the times are not so delicate. The Prince travelled a great deal, so his reply to the Elector had been delayed. In French. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1p.","Certification that the oath for the Lord Lieutenancy of Oxford was administered to Edward Henry, Earl of Lichfield. Signed by William Blathwayth. 1 p. DS.","Mary, Princess of Orange, Honslaydyck, to \"Monsieur mon Cousin,\" Sends condolences on the death of the recipient's father, one of the German Electors. In French. 1 p. LS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","William Bridgeman, Whitehall, to the Earl of Lichfield Summons the Earl to attend [James II] at the President's office the next day. 1 p. LS.","James R [James II], Whitehall, to the Earl of Litchfield, Edward Henry, Authorizes the Earl to reinstate the Deputy Lieutenants and Justices of the Peace in Oxford who would \"readily serve us.\" Signed by James II and Sunderland. 1 p. DS. Includes questionnaire directed to the deputies and justices, asking for their support in the repeal of the penal and test laws. 1 p. D.","Samuel Pepys' \"Observations on the achievement of the Prince of Orange, placed in front of his declaration.\" Concerns the Prince's usurpation of the Royal Army of England. In Pepys' shorthand and longhand. 1 p. AD. includes 2 contemporary versions. 4 pp., and typescript copies. 4 pp.","Printed broadside from the Prince of Orange, St. James, to Edward Henry, Earl of Litchfield. Calls the Earl to attend Parliament January 22. Signed by \"Prince d'Orange.\" 1 p. PD (broadside).","5 January, 1688/9. Order, by the Prince of Orange to his regiment chiefs, to remove their troops from the vicinity of polling places so order might be better kept during elections for the Convention Parliament. Signed by Prince of Orange, countersigned by Constantijn Huyon. 2 pp. DS.","8 January, 1688/9. \"A Declaration for the better quartering of the Forces.\" Forbids any troops to be quartered in private houses without the free and express consent of the owner. Signed by \"Prince d'Orange.\" 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","13 February, 1688/9. Proclamation of the accession of William and Mary, Prince and Princess of Orange, as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. Handwritten endorsement notes the time, date, and place of proclamation. 1 p. PD. E.","14 February, 1688/9. Official order for publication of the preceding proclamation, signed by 18 members of the privy council: Halifax, [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolke \u0026 Marshall, [Aubrey de Vere, earl of] Oxford, [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury, [William Cavendish, earl of] Devonshire, and [William Russell, earl of] Bedford, and others.","1688/9. Proclamation annouces William of Orange and Mary as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. 1 p. PD. Torn.","Proclamation directing that the sovereigns' names be changed in the liturgy as enacted in the Act of Uniformity. Broadside. London, printed by Charles Bill and Thomas Newcome. See medium oversize file.","2 March, 1688/9. [Charles Montagu, Baron] Halifax, London, to the [Edward Henry] Earl of Litchfield, Woodstock, Oxford. Summons Litchfield to the next meeting of Parliament, Monday, March 18. 1 p. LS.","21 March, 1688/9. Summons from William III, London, to the Earl and Countess of Litchfield. Must attend the coronation of the King and Queen on 11 April, without fail. Signed by William III and [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolk. 1 p. DS.","Appointment of Stafford Fairbourn Esquire as captain of a company in Colonel Piercy Kirke's regiment. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","Orders from Dublin Castle for troops loyal to James II to continue the attack on William of Orange until further notice. Signed by James II at Dublin Castle. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, typed. 1 p.","Dispensation sent to [Edward Henry], Earl and Countess of Litchfield, excusing them from attending the coronation of the King and Queen. Signed by William III and [Daniel Finch, earl of] Nottingham. 1 p. DS.","Summons from William III at Hampton Court to Charles Scarborough. Revokes him as envoy to the court of Portugal; requests him [C.S.] to return to England to give an account of what he saw and heard at court in Portugal. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS.","Authorization of the commission for executing the office of Lord High Admiral of England to Sir Thomas Dykes of Shoram in the Count of Sussex \"to administer and tender said oaths and the test to Sir John Pelham kn \u0026 Vice Admiral for the County of Sussex.\" Oaths of allegiance and supremacy. Signed by John Vaughan, earl of Carbery, John Lowther, John Chicheley. 1 p. DS.","Warrant signed by William III to Richard Jones the Earl of Ranelagh, Paymaster of the Forces, to pay to Charles Duke of Alton five thousand three hundred eighty four pounds five shillings four pence for his regiment commanded by Lt. Col. Holt. 1 p. DS.","8 January, 1689/90. Receipt for £ 6,250 signed by five members of the Estates General of the United Provinces. Payment sent in recognition of assistance given when William of Orange came \"into this nation for its deliverance from popery and arbitrary power.\" 1 p. DS.","\"Abstract of ye first Establishment of the Forces...which began from ye 1st of May: 1689 and continued to ye last of May: 1690. Inclusive is also a particular of ye alterations \u0026 additions made within ye times.\" 2 pp. D.","Unpublished and unrecorded manuscript, author unknown. \"An essay in contemplation of the Late Happy Revolution Togehter with an Addresse Prepared to Have Been Presented to Their Majestes King William and Queen Mary in Iuly [July] 1689. By a Person of Quality. Portions of text are burned (pp. 71-91). Noted: Sir Robert Gilman, p. 28; the Rev. Dr. [William] Sherlock, pp. 28, 52-59; Bishop of Carlisle pp. 28, 29. Bishop John Overall [Bishop of Coventry and Litchfield (1614-1618) and Bishop of Norwich (1618-1619) pp. 38 ff, 53. 91 pp. AMs.","Queen Mary, Whitehall, to King (William III) Writes by way of \"L. Belomont's\" brother. She heard that the King arrived in Chester, but doubts the news. Tells of the Bishop of Salisbury's \"long, thundering sermon\" which he wants to have printed. Impatient to see him again and will not rest if she does not hear from him that day. 1p. AL.","10 January, 1690/91. Warrant issued to make additional allowances of pay to the officers of the First Regiment of Foot Guards. payment retroactive to 1 January, 1689. Signed by William III countersigned Henry, Viscount Sydney, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and Sir Thomas Pelham. 1 p. DS.","Warrant issued at Kensington authorizes payment of four thousand ninety seven pounds, fifteen shillings, and three and a half pence to Charles Fox and Thomas Coningesby \"for use of our forces in and designed for the service of Ireland.\" Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, Thomas Pelham. William III. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to pay three thousand ninety-two pounds, eighteen shillings and six pence to Bernard Eales, his majesty's goldsmith for new gold works and for repairs to gilt and white plate. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, L. Robers, scribe. 1 p. DS.","Warrant for payment of nine hundred and five pounds, to John Trevar, Knight and Speaker of the House of Commons. Given at Whitehall and signed by Marie R (Queen Mary) and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox. 1 p. DS.","Appointment of Philip Mison, Zeeland, by King William III as ensign of the Company of Mayor d Mauregnault. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by [van Wijk?]. Registered in the Audit office and signed by Dignus Nollens, [?]...Magghe 10 April, 1691. 1 p. DS. Includes certificate of registration signed by William III and countersigned by Constantijn Huygins. 1 p. Ds. Includes transcripts and translations. 4 pp.","23 December, 1691-2 January, 1692. William III, Kensington, to \"Mon Frere,\" Did not receive the letter from the King of Spain. Congratulates recipient on his governorship. He will be with him for the next campaign. Warns him the Netherlands are in a dangerous state. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes transcription and translation. 2 pp. and chronology. 1 p.","20 January, 1691/2. Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay three hundred sixty five pounds as follows: to John Trevas, Speaker of the House of Commons, one hundred fifty five pounds; to col. Philip Howard for half a year's pension (sixty pounds); to Ann Fitzharry a gift of fifty pounds; and to Parry Walton, one hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III. Cosigned by Richard Hampden, Sydney Codolphin, John Lowther. 1 p. DS.","William III, Whitehall, to men of the Swabian Circile Diplomatic letter promises the King's support and that of the Elector of Bavaria in the War of the League of Augsburg and in the formation of an alliance. In Latin. 1 p. Dr. Includes translation (1 p.).","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to John Goddard, lieutenant governor and commander-in-chief of the Islands of Bermuda, two hundred pounds to transport \"himselfe, Family, and household Goods.\" Issued at Kensington and singed by William III. Countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F. W. Seymour. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay Mrs. DeVaulx, secretary to Mr. Eckhart, late of Brussels, one hundred pounds for tending to affairs at Brussels until Mr. Eckhart's replacement, Mr. Wolseley arrived. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, F.W. Seymour, and Charles Montague. 1 p. DS.","19 March 1691/2. [?], Elector of Trier and Mentz, the Hague, to King William III Sends news of his safe arrival here [the Hague], would welcome a visit from his highness and Christian princes; affirms his loyalty to the king. 1 p. Draft. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Anselmus Fransiscus, Elector of Mainz, Aschaffenburg from citadel of Saint John, to King William III Received letter from the King telling of his maritime victory over the French; sends congratulations and best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Joesph Clemens, Elector of Cologne, Friesing, to King William III Acknowledges he is bound to the King because he informed him of the victory of his fleet and the Belgian provinces against the French fleet; sends thanks for the message and continued best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Sends his adviser and marshall, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to congratulate the King upon his safe return from the field and operations of war and to \"set forth certain matters pertaining to the public state;\" hopes the King will expedite matters according to the demand of circumstances; assures King of his loyalty. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","20/30 January, 1692/3. William III to \"mon cousin\" the Archbishop of Trier, Johannes Hugo, Prince Elector of the Empire. Received letter concerning the lifting of the siege of Rhinfolt. Allies are interested. Promises military aid if needed. Signed \"your affectionate cousin.\" In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes Xcopy, 2 pp. and typed translation. 1 p.","Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Earl of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of the County of Derby and Nottingham, and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Order to impress seamen and to deliver them to maritime counties where they are to be kept until enough are impressed. Pay them an impress fee and allow them six pence per day subsistence. Keep a list of name and age of each man and deliver lists to the sheriffs along the way. Do not impress \"old, decrepid crazy or unhealthy men.\" Gives instructions in case of desertion. Signed by [Marquis of] Carmathen; the [Earl of] Bridgewater; [Anthony Viscount] Falkland; Henry Compton, Bishop of London; [Charles, Lord] Cornwallis; Sir H[enry] Goodricke; Sir John Trenchard; H[ugh] Boscawen. 2 pp. DS.","Friderick Carl, Duke of Wurttemberg, Stuttgart, Germany, to King William III Deplores his fate; has been captured and taken to Paris, was returned to Germany without ransom, then was deprived of the administrative fief he had managed for fifteen years; Baron Crusius, acting colonel of cavalry, will present his case to the King; affirms his loyalty to the King. in Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (3 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.","26 February, 1692/3. Warrant from William III to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to James Lord Mardington two hundred ninety-seven pounds eight shillings as a free gift. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F.W. Seymour. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript. 1 p.","John George IV, Electory of Saxony, Dresden, to King William III Expresses gratitude for having been received into the order of the Garter; sends as envoy Lord Henry, free Baron from Friesen; sends wishes for prosperity and luck to the King. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (2 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","March 23, 1692/3. Warrant for a gift and charter of mortification ot the Second Minister of Dumfries and his successor. Signed by William III and signed by John, Earl of Tweeddale' [James, Earl of] Drumlongrig' George, Earl of Linlithgow' Lord Raith; Starr; Berhlaven; Robert Dundee; J. Johnston; Anstruther, and others. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","26 Mars [March], 1693. Jean Louis, Bishop and P. [?] of Liege, Liege, to Your Majesty William III begs him to listen to and lend credence to his counselor Norss. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993.","Charles of Chamburg, Landgrave of Hassia, Prince of Hersfeld, etc., to King William III Upon hearing of his arrival at the Hauge, sends Albert de Tellare to report his subject's respect and zeal toward the king and some matters concerning their circumstance; sends wishes for his good health. 2 pp. LS. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at th College of William and Mary.","George William, Duke of Cell to the King William III Learned from his letter of his majesty's return to Holland' will support his military activities; hopes for \"a just peace and a secure tranquility.\" In Latin. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","John Hugo Elector of Treves (Trier), Ehrenbreitstein, to the King (William III), Received his Majesty's letter telling of his return to Holland; hopes he will overcome the enemy and \"enter with a fair and stable peace.\" In Latin. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.","Commission for Kessel in the Regiment of Baron de Chauviré. Signed at Het Loo (Appledorn) by William III and countersigned by C. Huygens. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript, 1 p., and translation, 1 p.","Commission appointing le Caille a Coronet in the Company of Ritmuster le Jeune. Signed by William III and countersigned by constantijn Huygnes. In Dutch. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to pay forty pounds to James Adams for apprehending Ambroes Holland [?], a highwayman. Signed by Queen Mary. 1 p. DS.","\"Manifeste de Guillaume pour Sevir d'ouverture a la paix dont les conditions ont été publiées à la fin de L'Année 1698\" [1693]. Written in the first person. Purports to be William III's ideas on outlining a peace with France, not in his hand. Gives account of the political events precluding and during William III's first five years. Analyzes the causes of the events. In French. 20 pp. MS.","Order by the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of Derby and Nottingham and Custos Rotularum of Derby, to impress seamen with instructions. Signed by Thomas Osborne, duke of Leeds, Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke; John Egerton, earl of Bridgewater; Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford; Charles, Lord Cornwallis; and [?]. 2 pp. DS.","Rudolph Agustus, Anthony Ulrius, dukes of Brunswick and Luneburg to King William III Received his letter telling of his safe arrival in the Hague; prays for luck and prosperity for the king; hopes he will return in triumph over his enemy. In Latin. 1 p. LS. includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the king's letter written from The Hague telling of his arrival; is sending his adviser and marshal, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to report back what the state of their affairs an the disposition of the enemy in that region; hopes the King will continue his royal favors. in Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Leopold I Emperor, Vienna, to William III Heard that William III reached the Hague. Prays he will be successful in achieving a lasting, honorable peace. Signature in gilt. Countersigned by H. Amadeus, Count of Windish-Grätz. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation, 2 pp. and transcript. 1 p.","Receipt for five pounds, seven pence, three farthings for half a years payment on the one hundred pounds Rachel Russell paid into the Exchequer for \"carrying on a vigorous war against France.\" Signed by Rachel Russell. 1 p. DS","Joseph Clement, Archbishop \u0026 Elector of Cologne, Liege, to (William III) Mentions his election as Bishop of Liege, promises to support the King, urges the King to help the people of Liege. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay to Richard Hutchinson, Esquire, solicitor for the affairs of customs and assigns, six hundred pounds as an addition to his salary. Signed by William III and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, Sir William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. Ds.","9/19 November, 1694. William III, Canterbury, to Prince of Vaudemont. Arrived in Canterbury. To stay overnight. Good crossing. Hopes the Prince has a good trip to Brussels and he will soon be well. In French. 1 p. ALS. includes translation, 1 p. and typescript. 1 p.","\"The word for the month of May, 1694.\" Signed by William III. A list of days, counties and cities. 1 p. DS.","Marie (Queen Mary), Dieren, to Lady Anne Walsingham. Sends her condolences on the death of Lady Anne's daughter. 2 pp. ALS. Torn. undated; and August [before 1695].","Petition from Ralph Gray to the Right Honorable Lord Keeper of the Great Seal, Sir John Somers. Asks that his grant of patent to operate and maintain the lighthouses at Evenferness or Fordness and taking certain duties upon tonage of ships and other things be allowed. Signed R[obert] Gray. 1 p. DS, undated. Includes note on the outside by Sir Edward Turner: \"Mr. Gray's petition to the Lord Keeper to pass his Patent which was stopt upon hearing till I have the King's answer.\" 1 p.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the treasury to pay to Sir Leonard Robenson, Knight Chamberlain of the City of London, one thousand pounds to distribute it to the poor of the city. Signed by William III, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.","1/11 Mars [March], 1695. William III, Richmond, to [?] Discusses strategy of forthcoming campaigns on continent, the military and political situation in Flanders, Spain and Northern Italy. Mentions Auberkerk, the Elector of of Saxony, Diest, [Has Adam von] Schoenig, and Prince Eugen. In French. 4 pp. ALS. Includes translation, 3 pp., and typescript. 2 pp.","Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Neale, Esq., Master and Worker of the mint, the sum or sums not to exceed ten thousand pounds upon accompt for expenses and the services of the mint. Signed by William III, Stephen Fos, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. Ds.","Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Charles Godfrey, Esq., one thousand pounds in part of arrears of a rent charge. Countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Hugh Gregg two hundred eight pounds ten shillings for services performed while residing with the King of Denmark. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Paul Foley, Esq., Speaker of the House of Commons, two hundred fifty five pounds, paid at five pounds per day from 15 March to 4 May. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, William Trumbul, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.","1695 6/16 June. Order of William III, Camp at Vecelaer [?], to Meinhard Schomburg Duke of Schomberg, commander in chief, to conduct courts martial in the King's absence whenever and wherever necessary. Signed by William III and countersigned by William V. Blathwayt. 2 pp. DS.","The Lords Justices, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, \"Lieutenant of his Majesty's Forrest or chace of Needwood.\" Orders no more killing of deer in the forest of Needwood so that the condition of the number of game will improve and be an acceptable place for the King's disport. Signed by Thomas Tenison, Archbishop of Canterbury; John Somers; Thomas Herbert, Earl of Pembroke; Charles Talbot, Duke of Shrewsbury; Charles Sackville, earl of Dorsett; Sydney Godolphin' and James Vernon. 1 p. LS.","William III, Camp outside Namur, to [?]. Expresses pleasure at resolution of difficulty between recipient and Duke of Witten burg. Impatient to take the town of Diksmuide. Fears supplies are running low there. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1 p.","William III, \"Kingsinton\" to \"Mon Cousin,\" Approved the orders the Estates General gave M. de Dykuelt to request the Elector of Bavaria interrupt commerce with France. If he does not comply within four weeks, no passports will be honored. Orders that goods and merchandise coming from France into the Spanish Netherlands or into Liege be seized four weeks after the declaration. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes translation. 1 p.","9 January, 1695/6. Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby, Derbyshire. Directs Devonshire to issue warrants to the Constables, tithingmen, heads of boroughs, ets., ordering them to impress able bodied seamen for his majesty's service. Signed by [Thomas Herbert, earl of] Pembroke; [Meinhard Scholburg, duke of] Schomburg \u0026 Leinster; J[ohn, earl of] Bridgewater, [Frances Newport, earl of] Bradford, [Thomas Grey, earl of] Stamford, [William Bentnck, earl of] Portland, [Henry Sidney, earl of] Romney. 2 pp. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay the executors or administrators of Charles Hutchinson, Esw., deceased one hundred twenty-five pounds for services rendered. Signed by William III, and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.","Ernest August, Elector [of Hanover] to King William III Sends their counselor of state, the president of the chamber of estates and the supreme marshall of their hall, Friderick William Baron of Goerz, to confer with the king; sends felicitations to the King. In Latin. 2pp. LS. Includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","12/22 May 1696. Order from William III, The Hague, to Antonis Alvarez Machado and Jacob Pereira, contractors, to deliver bread and forage to the troops of Brandenburg marching to the Meuse, \"for as long as they shall remain in those parts.\" Signed by William III and countersigned by William Blathwayt. 1 p. DS.","John Hugo, Archbishop, Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has received the King's letter telling of his escape from a plot on his arrival in Holland; is send his adviser and marshall, Charles Casper, Baron of Leyen in Sassig; asks the King to hear him and give him trust in all matters; wishes the King success in the expedition at hand. In Latin. 2 pp. 1 LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Jean Hugo, Archbishop and Elector of Treves, Ehrenbreitstein, to Mr. de Pladvait Urges hum to support his personal advisor and marshal the Baron of Leyen Sassig on his behalf in the message he will present to the King. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","Friderick Augustus, Elector of Saxony, at camp near Illisch, to King William III Has received letter from King telling of his arrival in Holland and the detection of a plot against himl wishes him success in breaking the strength of the enemy. In Latin. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William \u0026 Mary.","John Hugo, Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the King's letter and messages from Baron George Hepney; sends messages to the King through Hepney; expresses loyalty to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes traslation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Mr. Edward Southwell, Liege, to [William] Blathwayt Had a good voyage. The boat from Huy had met a French party. Liege had been attacked twice in one afternoon. The party of thirsty Frenchmen disappeared into the woods. Hopes to be in Utrecht by the first of August and then will go to Amsterdam. 2 pp. ALS.","Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousand pounds. Signed at Attre by William III. countersigned by William Blathwayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousands pounds. Signed Atre by William III. Countersigned William Blathwaayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.","John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has granted the crossing desired by the king and the bridge for the auxiliary troops wich Baron Landgraf Halsia is leading back to the upper regions of the Rhine; does so to advance the advantages of their common cause and to please majesty. In Latin. 1 p. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones., Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Indentures for lease of land between joseph Denham, Moulsey, County of Surey, and John Tryrer, Parish of St. Giles, County of Middlesex. Signed by John Tryrer. Countersigned by Tho[mas] Watkins and Francis Hoddes. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Sir William Ashurst and Sir Richard Levett, Knights, formerly Sheriffs of the City of London and County of Middlesex, three hundred ninety eight pounds fifteen shillings and six pence. Signed at the Hague by William III. Countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS","Privy Council Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the county of Derby. Order for impressing seamen and instructions for accomplishing the impressments. Signed by Meinhard Schomburg, Duke of Schomburg and Leinster, Winchester, Thomas Hubert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford, Henry Compton, Bishop of London, and [?]. 2 pp. DS","Samuel Pepys Manuscript \"Upon ye Peace\" in shorthand. An address by King James II to his loyal subjects in England following the peace of Ryswick. 2 pp. AMs. Includes typescript. 3 pp.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Sir Francis Child Kn[igh]t, twelve thousand three hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS.","John William, Elector of Palatine, Dusseldorf, to King William III. Received letter from the king written on the eighth of this month, telling of his approaching arrival and his good will towards him [JW]; is sending envoy, his counselor and chamberlain, the Count of Bentheim. In Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.","Order of William III, Zuylesteyn, to the Customs service to give free passage to the bearer, traveling with horses belonging to Mr. Sayer, from Loo to the Army. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript and translation. 1 p.","J. Tucker, Whitehall, to Admiral Sir Geor[ge] Rooke News from Holland about the progress of the war. The French are delaying the Treaty of Ryswick [Rijswijk]South Holland.until they hear of the outcome of the siege of Barcelona and Pointis's West India Expedition. A vessel arrived at Rochelle with news Pointis had attacked Jamaica, near Port Royal. Hopes Mr. Neville will come in time. Notes that Lord Peterborough is dead. Has heard from George St. Lo that the Virginia fleet arrived with Rear Admiral Benbo (John Benbow). 3 pp. ALS.","16/26 July-21/31 July, 1697. Proceedings of the Court Martial of Lt. Col. John Ward at the Camp of Co[c]kelberg. In the hand of Thomas fairfax, President of the Court Martial. Ward to be cashiered for speaking disrespectfully of the king. Not guilty of touching the \"accompts\" [accounts] of the regiment. Those who signed an article of complaint against him to be reprimanded, except for Capt. Burston, who is to be suspended for one month. Major Wills and Captain Frankland guilty of a high misdemeanor for concealing the \"scandalous\" words, they are to be cashiered. 2 pp. DS. 2 August, 1697. Note at end, signed by William III, pardons Major Willis and Captain Fairfax. 1p. DS.","King William III, Kensington Palace, to Duke and Governors of the Republic of Genoa Concerns a threatened lawsuit by London merchants Angelo Corticelli and Joseph Cosmo against Luca Justiniano, Genoese citizen who owes them 1,345 pounds English money; if the matter is not resolved through equity and prudence, another road will have to be resorted to. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, the College of William and Mary.","15/25 August, 1698. Copy of a letter in Samuel Pepy's hand from William III to the 2nd Chancellor [John] Sommers [or Somers]. Re: the succession to the Spanish throne and the proposed partition of Charles II of Spain's inheritance. 2 pp. Cy of L.","Copy of a letter in unknown hand; of Lord Chancellor John Somer's answer to William III [see letter of 15/25 August, 1698], Tunbridge Wells. Re: the King's proposals regarding the disposition of lands formerly owned by Spain. 3 pp. Cy of L.","Oath of Allegiance to William III. Signed by Charles Ogilby, Thomas Bethune, Ro. Patterson, and others. Includes a second declaration acknowledging William III as the \"only lawful and undoubted Soveraigne of this Realme.\" 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","Warrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay Sir Thomas Littleton, speaker of the House of Commons, three hundred pounds for sixty days as speaker (from 30 November to 29 January). Signed by William III and countersigned by Tankerville, Stephen Fox, John Smith, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.","Warrant issued to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Joost \"Earle of Albermarle,\" Master of the Rodes, five thousand, five hundred fifty two pounds, four shillings, and seven pence. half pany for servicing the rodes. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by [Forde Grey, earl of] Tankerville, Stephen Fox, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.","Proclamation to all ecclesiastical and government officials and all \"our subjects\" regarding the care of the Protestant refugees from France. London Bille \u0026 Newcome, 1699. Broadside. See medium oversize file.","28 March, 1698/9. Henry [Sidney], Earl of Romney, to all Officers Civil or Military. Certifies that Tho[mas] Gillen has been discharged from \"His Majesties Regiment of Foot Guards,\" having served twenty three years. 1 p.","[Sir Charles Paulet, 2nd] Duke of Bolton, London, to William III, London. Welcomes William III back to England. Informs him that the directions for paying the English officers on half pay \"was only untill they were cleared or provided for \u0026 not longer.\" He was sure the situation was not as the King has intended. 2 pp. ALS.","7/17 July, 1699. William III, Dieren, to [James] Vernon Re: wishes to remove the Commission to Sir Francis Blake. Prefers that the Commission go to Thomas Colby and Henry Vincent. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes typescript and translation. 2 pp.","Revocation from William III at Kensington to Sir Paul Rycaut, \"Hans Towne.\" Calls Rycaut home and instructs him to deliver letters to Bremen, Hamburg, and Lübeck notifying them of Rycault's revocation. Signed by Ja[mes] Vernon. 1 p. DS. Corner torn.","Warrant by the Lords Justices to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Lloyd, Paymaster of his majesty's works, sums up to six thousand pounds for works done or to be done to his majesty's garden at Hampton court. Signed by Tho[mas], Archbishop of Canterbury, [Thomas Herbert, 8th Earl of] Pembroke; J[ohn Egerton, 3rd Earl of] Bridgwater; [John Churchill, 1st duke of] Marlborough; [Forde Grey, Earl of] Tankerville; John Smith, H. Royle, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.","George William, Duke of Brunswick-Luneberg, at citadel at Cel, to King William III Reaffirms thanks given by Baron de Schuz for sending the auxiliary troops and for ending the war and restoring peace to the area; will promote the interests of the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","\"Act of the Prince of Orange's Parliament for abolishing the Catholick Religion in Scotland entitled Act for preventing the growth of Popery.\" Includes a formula for abjuring Popery. 4 pp. AD. Includes contemporary copy in French: \"Articles de l'acte du Parmement d'Ecasse, Intitule Act pour prevenir l'accroissment du Papisme.\" 3 pp. Includes contemporary copy in Latin: \"Nuperrima Principis Orangy Leu Adversus Scotas Catholicas.\" 11 pp. Includes contemporary synopsis of the Acts against the Catholics in England. In Latin: \"Synopsis Legis edita a Principe Auriaci Contra Popisticas-Episcopas Presbyteras Jesuitas aliasque Catholicas Subdutas in Anglia.\" 2 pp. A.D.","Order from the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the Country of Derby, to impress able-bodied seamen for manning the fleet. Signed by Charles Seymour, duke of Somerset, N. Wright Esquire, James Berkeley, earl of Berkeley; Burlington; Charles Montagu, duke of Manchester; Radnar; and Henry Boyle. 2 pp. DS.","Authorization from William III, Kensington, to pay to Colonel Phillip Lodewig, Count of Erbach, the pay of the late Lieutenant General de Huybert. Countersigned by d'Allonne. including deed, 4 August, 1702, directing the transfer of payment from Huybert to Phillip Lodewig. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by Pieter Duvelaer. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. including registration notation December 28, 1702, from the Audit Office of Zeeland. Registered in the seventh white register. Signed by Henrick Vetters can Rechtekerk and Peres. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. includes typescripts and translations.","Privy Council, Kensington, to Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Notification that there is no further need to impress seamen for His Majesty's navy. Signed by Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, Earl of Stamford, James Vernon, Charles Hedges, Henry Goodriche, and Holt. 1 p. DS.","2/13 May, 1701. Copy of a letter from Mr. Stanhope to Mr. Secretary Hedges, the Hague. Re: the meeting of the \"States Deputys\" and a fear of Invasion by the French. 2 pp. Cy.L.","7/18 August, 1701. Warrant from William III, Loo, to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Bryan Fairfax, Esquire, five hundred pounds. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.","Oath to defend the crown against attack of \"Papists and other wicked and traytorous customs.\" Signed by [?] Denbigh, Rich. Billinsley, William Oglethorpe, George Whitmore, Rich. Creed, Henry Cromwell, George Wanderford, Eli Studhohne, A[?] Pepys, [?], Thomas Hyde, Louis Destang, Ed. Nicholls, John Fielding, john Grace, George Tucker, Barlow Wicham, William Cecill, Younger Took, Ed. Christopher, John Hodgson, Robert Lightfoot, John Hilton, Da. Waghe, Christopher Clapham, Will[iam] He[?]ett, Tho[mas] Rose, John Watkins, Isaac Leroux, gunsmith. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Includes typescript. 1p. See medium oversize file.","Receipt for ten pounds signed by W. Cestriens. 1 p. DS.","Order to John Warner at Temple-Bar to pay to Peter Couche thirty pounds and to place it into the account of W. Cestriens. Signed at Kensington. 1 p. DS.","Grant of three hundred fifty acres of land to David Jones in Orange County, Virginia, for twenty-five shillings. Signed by James Blair, President of the Council and Acting Governor of the Colony of Virginia. 1p. DS. On vellum. See medium oversize file.","Deed of Admission of William cook to property at Acton, on the Manor of Richard Terruk, the Lord Bishop of London. Signed by William Dickens, Steward. 1 p. DS. On Vellum.","Map, drawn by John Alsop for Humphrey Howlands, \"A map of all Friends Meetings, with their course or lying \u0026 distance from each other.\" Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England. 1 p. Ms. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library. Oversize.","Deed of Admission of Mrs. Ann Trimmer to property at Ealing, on the manor of Beilby Porteus, Lord Bishop of London, Signed by William Dickins, Steward. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Medium oversize.","Indenture between Edward Buckley of Duke Street Grosvenor Square, parish of St. George, Middlesex County, and Marmaduke Robinson, parish of St. Clement Danes, Middlesex County. Renting property to Marmaduke Robinson for sixty pounds per year. Signed by M. D. Robinson.2 pp. DS.","Henry Compton, Bishop of London (1675-1713), Fulham, to the Right Honorable lrod Keeper. Testimonial for Mr. Warburton for a benefice in Shelton, Nottinghamshire. 1p. ALS.","18th century. Abstract of the expenses for the funerals of Queen Mary and Queen Anne. 2 pp. D.","Cover of missing letter \"to the Most Serene and most Potent Prince and Lord, William, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland, our most esteemed Lord and Friend.\" Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Declaration by the appraisers, \"at the request of Doctor Wrenn,\" of the warehouses in back of the \"Custom house,\" signed by Jn. Smith, John Saintloe, and John Matthew. 2 pp. DS. includes endorsment signed by Ch[ristopher] Wren and W. Dickinson. 1 p. DS.","Certification and description by Christopher Wren of a map representing a parcel of ground at his Majesty's Bowling Green in Whitehall. 1 p. ADS. Vellum.","Certification that William Hart was to receive forty pounds for overseeing the repairs to the Haymarket for five years. The board finds the repairs to be sufficient. Signed by Christopher Wren and two other members of the board. 1 p. DS.","Christopher Wren and Hugh May to the Lord Chamberlain of his Majesty's Household recommending William Beach Smith, for the post of his Majesty's locksmith. 1 p. DS.","Bill for the Privy Garden, beginning June 25, 1680 and ending September 19, 1680 for ninety two pounds eighteen shillings. Signed by Christopher Wren. 1 p. ADS.","May 14, [1687?]. Christopher Wren to Sir William Fermor, Easton, Northamptonshire. Regrets he is unable to visit Fermor. Cannot leave until the King is \"settled at windsor.\" Business has also detained Mr. [Henry?] Guy. \"We are bound to our good behaviour uncertain which way the next wind may tosse us, we are afrayed of being absent from our charges \u0026 therefore watch as those who travell in suspected places.\" 1 p. ALS.","21 March, 1694/5. Christopher Wren to [?]. Abstract of examination of an account of six hundred thirty-four pounds seven shilling five pence in connection with the rebuilding of St. Paul's Cathedral. Finds it all in order. 1 p. ALS.","Christopher Wren, Whitehall, to Monsieur [William] Blathwayt, Loo. Re: the alteration of some rooms at Kensington and the king's rooms at Newmarket. Wren, not wanting to resolve the problem of funding the expenses, decided not to proceed with the work at Kensington even though funds had not been alloted. Requests Blathwayt to represent his case before the King. 1 p. ALS.","Christopher Wren II, Hampton Court, to his wife, Lady [Constance] Burgoyne, Wrosehall. \"Custome House John,\" Gen. Burgoyne, and Hutton rejoice with him that Lady Burgoyne is better; hopes to be home within a few days, but must finish the business at hand; his father longs for her company; has had a bad cold but is mending well; Mrs. Musard wants a letter from her. 2 pp. ALS.","Christopher Wren, Whitehall, to Honored Sir. By his majesty's command, he was to alter rooms at Kensington and the King's lodgings at Newmercat [sic.]; the Lords of the Treasury refused his request for money for the new projects; he took care of the work at Kensington; asks recipient to lay this matter before his majesty. Photograph of ALS. 1 p.","Subscription list for John Warburton's publication of map and coat of arms of London and Middlesex county. Includes Christopher Wren's signature. Names, residences, amount paid, and amount owed included. [printed lists dated 31 August, 1722]. 100 pp. MsV.","Account book of issues and receipts of the public revenue during the reign of William III and the eight years following his death in 1702. [1688-1710]. Particularly full of accounts of army, navy, and civil list expenditures. 140 pp. MsV. 1","The following was bound in one volume: September 23, 1693. William III, in Camp at Nienove, to the Statholder of Holland. Enlists his efforts on behalf of a brigadier and colonel in serveral cases at law. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes Translation. October 22, 1693. Warrant signed by Mary II to reprieve the death sentence passed on Edward Tear at Old Bailey. For high treason. Cosigned by Daniel Finch, earl of Nottingham. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, undated. Eight engraved portraits of William III; two of William and Mary. One engraving represents the receipt of the Bill of Rights. MsV. 2","22 January, 1688-22 January, 1689/90. Bound volume, Journal of the Convention Parliament which met to depose James II and accept William and Mary in his place. Printer's copy for vol. IX of Architell Grey's Debates of the House of Commons, from the year 1667 to the year 1694 (London, 1769). The principal hand is Grey's with annotations by his eighteenth century editor. Circa 530 pp. MsV.3","William and Mary Composition book by unknown. The name of Edward Watson appears on the inside back cover and at the end of a passage in the middle of the book. 42 pp. MsV. 4","By [?]. 4\" x 6 1/4\" of William III, view of head and shoulders.","By Jacobus Houbraken (1698-1780), Amsterdam. 8 1/2\" x 14\" of William III, view of head and shoulders.","By Schench [?] [Pieter Schench], 7\" x 9 3/4+ of Wilhelmus (William) III, three quarter view.","By Andrew Duncan, 2\" x 2 1/2\" of King William III, head and shoulders view, after a painting by De Baan.","Engraved for the Universal Magazine, printed for T. Hinton at the King's Arms in Newgate Street, 4 1/2\" x 7 1/2\" of King William III, head and shoulder view.","By M. Gucht, 3 3/4\" x 5 3/4\" of Guielmus III (William III), head and shoulders view.","By Bernard Picart, 5 3/4\" x 8\" of Guillaume III (William III), head and shoulders view. After a painting by Van der Werf.","By Gerardum de Lairesse and Nicolaum Visscher, 6 1/2\" x 9 1/4\" of William III, view of head, with trumpeting angel. Includes Dutch description.","G. Murray, 2\" x 2 3/4\" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russel, head and shoulders view.","By Harding \u0026 Lepard, Pall Mall East, 3 3/4\" x 4 3/4\" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russell, head and shoulders view.","A Paris chez Odieuvre, Md d'Estampes rue Danjou Dauphine la deuxieme P. Cachere 4\" x 5 3/4\" of Leopold I (1640-1705), Emperor of Germany, head and shoulders view.","Locket of Queen Mary II's hair, declared authentic by the British Museum, 1953 per an attached note. Attached note by Anne Rigby, states her cousin Mary Rigby gave the locket to her, 1786. Also appended is a note stating that the Queen had given the locket to \"my father's brother.\" (Mss.65P96.A01)","William \u0026 Mary alumni plate featuring an original illustration of the Sir Christopher Wren Building. Silver plate, inlaid in 24 kt. gold (by the Franklin Mint). (Mss.65P96.A02)","Copper printing plate, circa 1700 of Guiliemus (William III), view of head and shoulders. Original. In oversize file.","Framed bas-relief portrait of Sir Christopher Wren by G.W. Elliott. Label on back of frame reads, \"This certifies that this Portrait Number 47 of Sir Christopher Wren is one of a limited edition of 500 produced by the authority of the Dean and Chapter of Lincoln to mark the 300th Anniversary of Lincoln Cathedral's Wren Library of 1674.\" [Lincoln Cathedral is located in Lincolnshire, England.] Frame measures 6.625 in. (width) x 7.5 in. (height) x .875 in. (depth). (Mss.65P96.A03)","Patent with wax seal gives to Leonard Thompson the right to oversee the transport of Laborers to the plantations in the colonies. Duties include the registering of volunteers and certifying that the laboreres voluntarily chose to go to the colonies. Written at Westminster and signed by Cocks. Written in response to a petition from diverse merchant planters. 2 pp. DS. Great Seal attached. Includes typescript. 1 p. Oversize.","Detailed theatre-of-war map of William III's army by Peter Mortimer, 1690s, Amsterdam. Parts I-VII.","\"Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England.\" 1 p. MS. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library.","Mr. Fridling, London, to the honorable Sr. John Lowther, Lowther Hall, Westmorland. Princess Anne is under the protection of Ld. Devon at Nottingham states that \"our comdrs. left London the previous Sunday, expecting to meet up with William of Orange, probably at Malborough; estimates William's troops as 16,000 horse and 35,000 foot; says that their headquarters are at Reading, Windsor with 25,000 troops in all; reports foot-sore condition of Sir. John's horse left with Sir William Villers; mentions that he is conficent that Maj. General Kirke is at Liberty that night; mentions an address of thanks which arrived from the fleet for Parliament signed by Ld. Dartmouth and Sir Roger Strickland; asks that directions be sent to Mr. Robson as he shall be gone to his post in 3 days and not returning quickly; states that Chief Justice Edward Herbert, John Drummond, the Earl of Melfort, Edward Oetre and Sr. Nico[las] Butler have all fled; mentions a Declaration of the P[rince] of Orange which admonishes all papists to \"lay down civill or millitary employm[en]ts\" and disarm themselves. 2 pp. Al.","January 30, 1688/9. Thomas Comber, York, England, to his wife [Thomas Comber, 1645-1699, Presentary 1677, Precenter 1683 of York, Dean of Durham 1691, author of pamphlets in favour of William III]. Informs his wife that he is disappointed that he must break his promise to her and will not come home before \"Fryday\" about two o'clock, because he is waiting for a letter, and if he leaves without it he will have to make another troublesome and inconvenient journey; assures her that the Dean of Rippon will be there Thursday and if the thing goes for him, the Dean will help him finish it, if it goes against him, he will have letters and will be at ease because he will know how it goes; perceives that Thursday night will bring the \"great news,\" how the convention will follow the government; states that that was the subject of yesterday and Monday's debates, and longs to see how it is determined; states that the Princess of Orange is expected in England this week; mentions that there are forces marching through this town for Ireland where the papists are very strong; says that his Ld. of Darby (?) and Ld. Dunblain have both been ill; notes the good sermon given by Mr [Seamfinch?]; includes instructions for his uncle. 2 pp. ALS.","Warrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay two hundred fifty eight pounds, nine shillings and seen pence to the following out of rents and profits of the lotterys for their support and pentions; to Coll. Edward Ogar, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Maj[o]r Francis Berkin, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Duke for herself and three children, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Sr. Sharles Clingsby and Mary his wife, twenty pounds; to Mallet Slingesby, four pounds; to Elizabeth Slingesby, ten pounds; to Rich[ar]d Sydenham and Grace his wife, sixty seven pounds, twelve shillings, and one pence; for the three Granchildren [sic] of Captain Kettleby, eighteen pounds, five shillings; to Captain John Baker, eighteen pounds, five shillings; to Ann Ashbury, Wido[w], ten pounds; to [?] Collins, widow, ten pounds, and to Lieutenant John Watkinson, nine pounds, two shillings, and six pence. Signed by Kensington by William R (William III) Cosigned by John Lowther, T. Pelham. 1 p. DS.","Black and white print, 5 6/8\" x 8 1/4\" of William III. Printed and sold by Tho. Bakewell next to Ye Horn Tavern in Fleetstreet.","Broadsheet with satirical image and poem entitled \"Arlequin Deodat et Pamirge Hypochondriaques,\" or \"The Dutch Doctor and the Foreigne Patient.\" In French and English.","Manuscript copy of the proceedings of the convention of 1688 believed to be the copy of Henry Compton, Bishop of London, tutor of Princess Mary and Princess Anne, one of the seven signatories to the secret coded letter inviting Prince of Orange to invade, officiator at the coronation of William and Mary, and first Chancellor of the College of William and Mary in Virginia. The manuscript, 62 pages of the debate with 4 pages of [The Declaration of Rights?], in a contemporary secretarial hand is bound in contemprary vellum. In addition to the proceedings of the Convention of 1688 from 2 January to 15 February 1688/9, it contains a copy of the \"Declaration of Rights.\" The pencilled notes on two blank preliminary leaves say the manuscript belonged to Compton and was bought at his sale.","Typescript copy of \"Upon Ye Peace, 1697\" declaring that \"We think fit...to give notice to all whom it may concern, that we cannot allow any [soldiers] to come to continue at the place of our residence without their having first obtained our special licence for it.\" No original","An order for a public thanksgiving \"to Almighty God for having made his Highness the Prince of Orange, the Glorious Instrument of the Great Deliverance of this Kingdom from Popery and Arbitrary Power.\" The thanksgiving day set to be Thursday, Febrary 14.","One color photograph 4\" x 5 3/4\" of Christopher Wren's grave in St. Paul's Cathedral, London.","A document signed by William III in the early days of his invasion of England. Dates from the interregnum, and signed on the day that the first members of the Convention were chosen. Describes fees to pay the armed forces: £ 3,000 to the Treasurer of the Ordinance and the Treasurer of the Navy, £ 1,500 to the Earl of Ranelagh \"for the forces,\" and £ 1,500 to the Queen Dowager, Catherine of Braganza. William III signed as \"G Prince d'Orange\" his official title at the time.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702","English French Dutch; Flemish Latin"],"unitid_tesim":["Mss. 65 P96","/repositories/2/resources/9212"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Thomas G. and Louise Rowe Pullen Collection"],"collection_title_tesim":["Thomas G. and Louise Rowe Pullen Collection"],"collection_ssim":["Thomas G. and Louise Rowe Pullen Collection"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"creator_ssm":["Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702"],"creator_ssim":["Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702"],"creator_persname_ssim":["Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702"],"creators_ssim":["Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"acqinfo_ssim":["Gift of 144 items by Dr. and Mrs. Thomas G. and Louise Rowe Pullen between 1965 and 1978; purchase of 4 items from Sotheby's on June 11, 1988; purchase of 1 item from Robert Maccubbin on February 5, 1994; purchase of 2 items from Christopher Edwards on March 24, 1994; and gift of 1 item by Robert B. 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Includes correspondence of and warrants signed by William III; letter of Mary II; documents signed by Sir Christopher Wren; documents written by Samuel Pepys; order signed by James II; letter of Leopold, Emperor of Germany; engravings of William III; and a printed announcement of the ascension of William and Mary to the throne of England. Some documents are in French and Latin but some include transcriptions and translations. The Pepys documents which are in shorthand include transcriptions. Some documents available in transcript. The collection was a gift of Thomas G. Pullen and Louise Rowe Pullen, and purchases from various sources.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eOversize box (Acc. 1989.14) contains 1688/89 Dutch satirical broadside entitled, \"Arlequin Deodat, et Pamirge Hypochondriaques,\" depicting King James II, King William III and King Louis XIV, with four columns of verse, the first two in French and the latter two in English.  It is a variant of 1689 broadside.  16.25\u0026amp;quot; x 22.5\u0026amp;quot;.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAddition 2008.312: Payment request to the Treasury to pay \"To the Treasurer of the Ordnance...3000,\" \"...of the Navy for the Vicheallors...3000,\" Queen Dowager in part of her Quarter on such War. as you shall receive from their...1500,\" and \"To the Earle of Rarelagh for the ....1500.\" Written by a secretary but signed by William III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 d'Avril, 1655: [Henriette] Marie [Stuart], Teylingue, [grandmother of William III] to \"Monsieur mon cousin,\" Congratulates him in the birth of a daughter. In French. 1 pp. ALS. Including translation. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam, Prince of Orange, in appreciation of the poem sung by Lucas van de Poll, juris consult, on his recent entrance into the city of Utrecht, presents a momento to him. In Latin. 1 p. MS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, William \u0026amp; Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransfers payment to Edward Backwell. Signed by Prince d'Orange. 1 p. DS. includes frag. of DS, 6 June, 1671, signed by Thomas Clifford. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrince of Orange, in the army at Bodegrave, to Colonel Van Dam, Muyden. Requests a check on certain costs of army transport. Signed \"G. Prince d'Orange,\" countersigned by C.[onstantijn] Huygins. In Dutch. 1 p. D.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames [Duke of York] Win[d]sor, to his nephew, [William], the Prince of Orange, Holland. Note accompanies newsbearer. Sends his affectionate greetings. 1 p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGuillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Groeningen, The Netherlands to [?]. In French. This letter accompanies a note from Monsieur de Lira; although he does not believe it to be genuine, he [recipient] can consult with M. de Lira or M. the Duke of Villaharmosa to prevent this plan of the enemy; fears there is a plot against Namur and the Duke should try to prevent this by placing some men there. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes transciption and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William \u0026amp; Mary, 1993, and William Gill, Class of 1993.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam of Orange to \"Dir Sirs,\" Zeeland. Requests that ships under recipients' command be sent to Lt. Admiral Willem Bastianes. Move as quickly as possible to the Baltic to strengthen the fleet of the King of Denmark. In Dutch. 1 p. LS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGuillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Hauge, to his uncle Electoral Highness. Sends best wishes on the birth of a princess to Madame the Electress. In French. 2 pp. LS. includes transcription and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William \u0026amp; Mary, 1993.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for the payment of eighty pounds to Henry Robinson, goldsmith, by William Page of London, signed and sealed by Henry Robinson in the presence of Edward Willson, Ro[bert] Page, Thomas Beach, Edward Robinson, and Pembrose Wade. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 July, [16]79. Warrant issued by the office of the Lord High Admiral to the clerk of the chequer of his Majesty's yard at woolwich; appoints Gamaliel Palmer as boatswain of the ship James Galley. Signed by J. Lippett, Ro[bert] Haddock, and J. Sotherne. 1 p. DS. Includes transcription.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to [?]. Having received the orders from the King, proposed to the Estates to authorize himself to send three Scottish regiments, which they did; M. de Bentinck will report to you the nature of the proposition to this plan. In French. 1 p. ALS. Translation and transcription (6 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026amp; Lit., 1993 and William Gill, Class of 1993.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e21 March, [16]86/87. Sidney Godolphin, Whitehall, to Sir Richard Bulstrode, Brussels. Gives Bulstrode a letter for diplomat, Sir William Godolphin in Madrid. Thanks him for his kindness and civility. 1 p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 Fevrier, 1687[/8]. Contemporary summary of letter from a Jesuit from Leigh [Leige] to a Jesuit from Fribourg. Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some \"heretics\" to turn to William of Orange. In French. 2 pp. MS. Translation and transcription (5 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026amp; Lits., 1993\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 Fevr[ier], 1687[/8]: \"Copie d'une Lettre d'un Jesuite de Leige ecrit a un Jesuite de Friburge...\" Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some \"heretics\" to turn to William of Orange. Heading in French, text in Latin. 3 pp. L. Includes translation (5 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6/16 June, 1687: G[uillame] (William III), Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to Friedrich Wilhelm, Great Elector of Brandenburg. Hopes for his approval of the selection of Margrave Albert to succeed the colonelship made vacant by the death of Margrave Louis. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. langs. \u0026amp; Lits., 1993\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrince of Orange to his uncle Friedrich Wilhelm, the Great Elector of Brandenburg. Expresses his opinions of the wedding proposed by the King of Denmark to the Elector's daughter. Advises the Elector to wait on the matter until the times are not so delicate. The Prince travelled a great deal, so his reply to the Elector had been delayed. In French. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertification that the oath for the Lord Lieutenancy of Oxford was administered to Edward Henry, Earl of Lichfield. Signed by William Blathwayth. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary, Princess of Orange, Honslaydyck, to \"Monsieur mon Cousin,\" Sends condolences on the death of the recipient's father, one of the German Electors. In French. 1 p. LS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026amp; Lits., 1993\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Bridgeman, Whitehall, to the Earl of Lichfield Summons the Earl to attend [James II] at the President's office the next day. 1 p. LS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames R [James II], Whitehall, to the Earl of Litchfield, Edward Henry, Authorizes the Earl to reinstate the Deputy Lieutenants and Justices of the Peace in Oxford who would \"readily serve us.\" Signed by James II and Sunderland. 1 p. DS. Includes questionnaire directed to the deputies and justices, asking for their support in the repeal of the penal and test laws. 1 p. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Pepys' \"Observations on the achievement of the Prince of Orange, placed in front of his declaration.\" Concerns the Prince's usurpation of the Royal Army of England. In Pepys' shorthand and longhand. 1 p. AD. includes 2 contemporary versions. 4 pp., and typescript copies. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside from the Prince of Orange, St. James, to Edward Henry, Earl of Litchfield. Calls the Earl to attend Parliament January 22. Signed by \"Prince d'Orange.\" 1 p. PD (broadside).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 January, 1688/9. Order, by the Prince of Orange to his regiment chiefs, to remove their troops from the vicinity of polling places so order might be better kept during elections for the Convention Parliament. Signed by Prince of Orange, countersigned by Constantijn Huyon. 2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 January, 1688/9. \"A Declaration for the better quartering of the Forces.\" Forbids any troops to be quartered in private houses without the free and express consent of the owner. Signed by \"Prince d'Orange.\" 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 February, 1688/9. Proclamation of the accession of William and Mary, Prince and Princess of Orange, as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. Handwritten endorsement notes the time, date, and place of proclamation. 1 p. PD. E.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 February, 1688/9. Official order for publication of the preceding proclamation, signed by 18 members of the privy council: Halifax, [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolke \u0026amp; Marshall, [Aubrey de Vere, earl of] Oxford, [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury, [William Cavendish, earl of] Devonshire, and [William Russell, earl of] Bedford, and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1688/9. Proclamation annouces William of Orange and Mary as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. 1 p. PD. Torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProclamation directing that the sovereigns' names be changed in the liturgy as enacted in the Act of Uniformity. Broadside. London, printed by Charles Bill and Thomas Newcome. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 March, 1688/9. [Charles Montagu, Baron] Halifax, London, to the [Edward Henry] Earl of Litchfield, Woodstock, Oxford. Summons Litchfield to the next meeting of Parliament, Monday, March 18. 1 p. LS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e21 March, 1688/9. Summons from William III, London, to the Earl and Countess of Litchfield. Must attend the coronation of the King and Queen on 11 April, without fail. Signed by William III and [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolk. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Stafford Fairbourn Esquire as captain of a company in Colonel Piercy Kirke's regiment. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders from Dublin Castle for troops loyal to James II to continue the attack on William of Orange until further notice. Signed by James II at Dublin Castle. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, typed. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispensation sent to [Edward Henry], Earl and Countess of Litchfield, excusing them from attending the coronation of the King and Queen. Signed by William III and [Daniel Finch, earl of] Nottingham. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSummons from William III at Hampton Court to Charles Scarborough. Revokes him as envoy to the court of Portugal; requests him [C.S.] to return to England to give an account of what he saw and heard at court in Portugal. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorization of the commission for executing the office of Lord High Admiral of England to Sir Thomas Dykes of Shoram in the Count of Sussex \"to administer and tender said oaths and the test to Sir John Pelham kn \u0026amp; Vice Admiral for the County of Sussex.\" Oaths of allegiance and supremacy. Signed by John Vaughan, earl of Carbery, John Lowther, John Chicheley. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant signed by William III to Richard Jones the Earl of Ranelagh, Paymaster of the Forces, to pay to Charles Duke of Alton five thousand three hundred eighty four pounds five shillings four pence for his regiment commanded by Lt. Col. Holt. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 January, 1689/90. Receipt for £ 6,250 signed by five members of the Estates General of the United Provinces. Payment sent in recognition of assistance given when William of Orange came \"into this nation for its deliverance from popery and arbitrary power.\" 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Abstract of ye first Establishment of the Forces...which began from ye 1st of May: 1689 and continued to ye last of May: 1690. Inclusive is also a particular of ye alterations \u0026amp; additions made within ye times.\" 2 pp. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnpublished and unrecorded manuscript, author unknown. \"An essay in contemplation of the Late Happy Revolution Togehter with an Addresse Prepared to Have Been Presented to Their Majestes King William and Queen Mary in Iuly [July] 1689. By a Person of Quality. Portions of text are burned (pp. 71-91). Noted: Sir Robert Gilman, p. 28; the Rev. Dr. [William] Sherlock, pp. 28, 52-59; Bishop of Carlisle pp. 28, 29. Bishop John Overall [Bishop of Coventry and Litchfield (1614-1618) and Bishop of Norwich (1618-1619) pp. 38 ff, 53. 91 pp. AMs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQueen Mary, Whitehall, to King (William III) Writes by way of \"L. Belomont's\" brother. She heard that the King arrived in Chester, but doubts the news. Tells of the Bishop of Salisbury's \"long, thundering sermon\" which he wants to have printed. Impatient to see him again and will not rest if she does not hear from him that day. 1p. AL.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 January, 1690/91. Warrant issued to make additional allowances of pay to the officers of the First Regiment of Foot Guards. payment retroactive to 1 January, 1689. Signed by William III countersigned Henry, Viscount Sydney, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and Sir Thomas Pelham. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant issued at Kensington authorizes payment of four thousand ninety seven pounds, fifteen shillings, and three and a half pence to Charles Fox and Thomas Coningesby \"for use of our forces in and designed for the service of Ireland.\" Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, Thomas Pelham. William III. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to pay three thousand ninety-two pounds, eighteen shillings and six pence to Bernard Eales, his majesty's goldsmith for new gold works and for repairs to gilt and white plate. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, L. Robers, scribe. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant for payment of nine hundred and five pounds, to John Trevar, Knight and Speaker of the House of Commons. Given at Whitehall and signed by Marie R (Queen Mary) and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Philip Mison, Zeeland, by King William III as ensign of the Company of Mayor d Mauregnault. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by [van Wijk?]. Registered in the Audit office and signed by Dignus Nollens, [?]...Magghe 10 April, 1691. 1 p. DS. Includes certificate of registration signed by William III and countersigned by Constantijn Huygins. 1 p. Ds. Includes transcripts and translations. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e23 December, 1691-2 January, 1692. William III, Kensington, to \"Mon Frere,\" Did not receive the letter from the King of Spain. Congratulates recipient on his governorship. He will be with him for the next campaign. Warns him the Netherlands are in a dangerous state. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes transcription and translation. 2 pp. and chronology. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20 January, 1691/2. Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay three hundred sixty five pounds as follows: to John Trevas, Speaker of the House of Commons, one hundred fifty five pounds; to col. Philip Howard for half a year's pension (sixty pounds); to Ann Fitzharry a gift of fifty pounds; and to Parry Walton, one hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III. Cosigned by Richard Hampden, Sydney Codolphin, John Lowther. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam III, Whitehall, to men of the Swabian Circile Diplomatic letter promises the King's support and that of the Elector of Bavaria in the War of the League of Augsburg and in the formation of an alliance. In Latin. 1 p. Dr. Includes translation (1 p.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to John Goddard, lieutenant governor and commander-in-chief of the Islands of Bermuda, two hundred pounds to transport \"himselfe, Family, and household Goods.\" Issued at Kensington and singed by William III. Countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F. W. Seymour. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay Mrs. DeVaulx, secretary to Mr. Eckhart, late of Brussels, one hundred pounds for tending to affairs at Brussels until Mr. Eckhart's replacement, Mr. Wolseley arrived. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, F.W. Seymour, and Charles Montague. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e19 March 1691/2. [?], Elector of Trier and Mentz, the Hague, to King William III Sends news of his safe arrival here [the Hague], would welcome a visit from his highness and Christian princes; affirms his loyalty to the king. 1 p. Draft. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnselmus Fransiscus, Elector of Mainz, Aschaffenburg from citadel of Saint John, to King William III Received letter from the King telling of his maritime victory over the French; sends congratulations and best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoesph Clemens, Elector of Cologne, Friesing, to King William III Acknowledges he is bound to the King because he informed him of the victory of his fleet and the Belgian provinces against the French fleet; sends thanks for the message and continued best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Sends his adviser and marshall, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to congratulate the King upon his safe return from the field and operations of war and to \"set forth certain matters pertaining to the public state;\" hopes the King will expedite matters according to the demand of circumstances; assures King of his loyalty. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20/30 January, 1692/3. William III to \"mon cousin\" the Archbishop of Trier, Johannes Hugo, Prince Elector of the Empire. Received letter concerning the lifting of the siege of Rhinfolt. Allies are interested. Promises military aid if needed. Signed \"your affectionate cousin.\" In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes Xcopy, 2 pp. and typed translation. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrivy Council, Whitehall, to William, Earl of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of the County of Derby and Nottingham, and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Order to impress seamen and to deliver them to maritime counties where they are to be kept until enough are impressed. Pay them an impress fee and allow them six pence per day subsistence. Keep a list of name and age of each man and deliver lists to the sheriffs along the way. Do not impress \"old, decrepid crazy or unhealthy men.\" Gives instructions in case of desertion. Signed by [Marquis of] Carmathen; the [Earl of] Bridgewater; [Anthony Viscount] Falkland; Henry Compton, Bishop of London; [Charles, Lord] Cornwallis; Sir H[enry] Goodricke; Sir John Trenchard; H[ugh] Boscawen. 2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFriderick Carl, Duke of Wurttemberg, Stuttgart, Germany, to King William III Deplores his fate; has been captured and taken to Paris, was returned to Germany without ransom, then was deprived of the administrative fief he had managed for fifteen years; Baron Crusius, acting colonel of cavalry, will present his case to the King; affirms his loyalty to the King. in Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (3 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 February, 1692/3. Warrant from William III to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to James Lord Mardington two hundred ninety-seven pounds eight shillings as a free gift. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F.W. Seymour. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn George IV, Electory of Saxony, Dresden, to King William III Expresses gratitude for having been received into the order of the Garter; sends as envoy Lord Henry, free Baron from Friesen; sends wishes for prosperity and luck to the King. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (2 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarch 23, 1692/3. Warrant for a gift and charter of mortification ot the Second Minister of Dumfries and his successor. Signed by William III and signed by John, Earl of Tweeddale' [James, Earl of] Drumlongrig' George, Earl of Linlithgow' Lord Raith; Starr; Berhlaven; Robert Dundee; J. Johnston; Anstruther, and others. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 Mars [March], 1693. Jean Louis, Bishop and P. [?] of Liege, Liege, to Your Majesty William III begs him to listen to and lend credence to his counselor Norss. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026amp; Lits., 1993.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles of Chamburg, Landgrave of Hassia, Prince of Hersfeld, etc., to King William III Upon hearing of his arrival at the Hauge, sends Albert de Tellare to report his subject's respect and zeal toward the king and some matters concerning their circumstance; sends wishes for his good health. 2 pp. LS. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at th College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge William, Duke of Cell to the King William III Learned from his letter of his majesty's return to Holland' will support his military activities; hopes for \"a just peace and a secure tranquility.\" In Latin. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hugo Elector of Treves (Trier), Ehrenbreitstein, to the King (William III), Received his Majesty's letter telling of his return to Holland; hopes he will overcome the enemy and \"enter with a fair and stable peace.\" In Latin. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission for Kessel in the Regiment of Baron de Chauviré. Signed at Het Loo (Appledorn) by William III and countersigned by C. Huygens. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript, 1 p., and translation, 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission appointing le Caille a Coronet in the Company of Ritmuster le Jeune. Signed by William III and countersigned by constantijn Huygnes. In Dutch. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to pay forty pounds to James Adams for apprehending Ambroes Holland [?], a highwayman. Signed by Queen Mary. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Manifeste de Guillaume pour Sevir d'ouverture a la paix dont les conditions ont été publiées à la fin de L'Année 1698\" [1693]. Written in the first person. Purports to be William III's ideas on outlining a peace with France, not in his hand. Gives account of the political events precluding and during William III's first five years. Analyzes the causes of the events. In French. 20 pp. MS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder by the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of Derby and Nottingham and Custos Rotularum of Derby, to impress seamen with instructions. Signed by Thomas Osborne, duke of Leeds, Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke; John Egerton, earl of Bridgewater; Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford; Charles, Lord Cornwallis; and [?]. 2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRudolph Agustus, Anthony Ulrius, dukes of Brunswick and Luneburg to King William III Received his letter telling of his safe arrival in the Hague; prays for luck and prosperity for the king; hopes he will return in triumph over his enemy. In Latin. 1 p. LS. includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the king's letter written from The Hague telling of his arrival; is sending his adviser and marshal, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to report back what the state of their affairs an the disposition of the enemy in that region; hopes the King will continue his royal favors. in Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeopold I Emperor, Vienna, to William III Heard that William III reached the Hague. Prays he will be successful in achieving a lasting, honorable peace. Signature in gilt. Countersigned by H. Amadeus, Count of Windish-Grätz. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation, 2 pp. and transcript. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for five pounds, seven pence, three farthings for half a years payment on the one hundred pounds Rachel Russell paid into the Exchequer for \"carrying on a vigorous war against France.\" Signed by Rachel Russell. 1 p. DS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoseph Clement, Archbishop \u0026amp; Elector of Cologne, Liege, to (William III) Mentions his election as Bishop of Liege, promises to support the King, urges the King to help the people of Liege. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026amp; Lits., 1993\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay to Richard Hutchinson, Esquire, solicitor for the affairs of customs and assigns, six hundred pounds as an addition to his salary. Signed by William III and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, Sir William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. Ds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9/19 November, 1694. William III, Canterbury, to Prince of Vaudemont. Arrived in Canterbury. To stay overnight. Good crossing. Hopes the Prince has a good trip to Brussels and he will soon be well. In French. 1 p. ALS. includes translation, 1 p. and typescript. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"The word for the month of May, 1694.\" Signed by William III. A list of days, counties and cities. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarie (Queen Mary), Dieren, to Lady Anne Walsingham. Sends her condolences on the death of Lady Anne's daughter. 2 pp. ALS. Torn. undated; and August [before 1695].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition from Ralph Gray to the Right Honorable Lord Keeper of the Great Seal, Sir John Somers. Asks that his grant of patent to operate and maintain the lighthouses at Evenferness or Fordness and taking certain duties upon tonage of ships and other things be allowed. Signed R[obert] Gray. 1 p. DS, undated. Includes note on the outside by Sir Edward Turner: \"Mr. Gray's petition to the Lord Keeper to pass his Patent which was stopt upon hearing till I have the King's answer.\" 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the treasury to pay to Sir Leonard Robenson, Knight Chamberlain of the City of London, one thousand pounds to distribute it to the poor of the city. Signed by William III, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1/11 Mars [March], 1695. William III, Richmond, to [?] Discusses strategy of forthcoming campaigns on continent, the military and political situation in Flanders, Spain and Northern Italy. Mentions Auberkerk, the Elector of of Saxony, Diest, [Has Adam von] Schoenig, and Prince Eugen. In French. 4 pp. ALS. Includes translation, 3 pp., and typescript. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Neale, Esq., Master and Worker of the mint, the sum or sums not to exceed ten thousand pounds upon accompt for expenses and the services of the mint. Signed by William III, Stephen Fos, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. Ds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Charles Godfrey, Esq., one thousand pounds in part of arrears of a rent charge. Countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Hugh Gregg two hundred eight pounds ten shillings for services performed while residing with the King of Denmark. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Paul Foley, Esq., Speaker of the House of Commons, two hundred fifty five pounds, paid at five pounds per day from 15 March to 4 May. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, William Trumbul, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1695 6/16 June. Order of William III, Camp at Vecelaer [?], to Meinhard Schomburg Duke of Schomberg, commander in chief, to conduct courts martial in the King's absence whenever and wherever necessary. Signed by William III and countersigned by William V. Blathwayt. 2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Lords Justices, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, \"Lieutenant of his Majesty's Forrest or chace of Needwood.\" Orders no more killing of deer in the forest of Needwood so that the condition of the number of game will improve and be an acceptable place for the King's disport. Signed by Thomas Tenison, Archbishop of Canterbury; John Somers; Thomas Herbert, Earl of Pembroke; Charles Talbot, Duke of Shrewsbury; Charles Sackville, earl of Dorsett; Sydney Godolphin' and James Vernon. 1 p. LS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam III, Camp outside Namur, to [?]. Expresses pleasure at resolution of difficulty between recipient and Duke of Witten burg. Impatient to take the town of Diksmuide. Fears supplies are running low there. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam III, \"Kingsinton\" to \"Mon Cousin,\" Approved the orders the Estates General gave M. de Dykuelt to request the Elector of Bavaria interrupt commerce with France. If he does not comply within four weeks, no passports will be honored. Orders that goods and merchandise coming from France into the Spanish Netherlands or into Liege be seized four weeks after the declaration. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes translation. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9 January, 1695/6. Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby, Derbyshire. Directs Devonshire to issue warrants to the Constables, tithingmen, heads of boroughs, ets., ordering them to impress able bodied seamen for his majesty's service. Signed by [Thomas Herbert, earl of] Pembroke; [Meinhard Scholburg, duke of] Schomburg \u0026amp; Leinster; J[ohn, earl of] Bridgewater, [Frances Newport, earl of] Bradford, [Thomas Grey, earl of] Stamford, [William Bentnck, earl of] Portland, [Henry Sidney, earl of] Romney. 2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay the executors or administrators of Charles Hutchinson, Esw., deceased one hundred twenty-five pounds for services rendered. Signed by William III, and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eErnest August, Elector [of Hanover] to King William III Sends their counselor of state, the president of the chamber of estates and the supreme marshall of their hall, Friderick William Baron of Goerz, to confer with the king; sends felicitations to the King. In Latin. 2pp. LS. Includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12/22 May 1696. Order from William III, The Hague, to Antonis Alvarez Machado and Jacob Pereira, contractors, to deliver bread and forage to the troops of Brandenburg marching to the Meuse, \"for as long as they shall remain in those parts.\" Signed by William III and countersigned by William Blathwayt. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hugo, Archbishop, Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has received the King's letter telling of his escape from a plot on his arrival in Holland; is send his adviser and marshall, Charles Casper, Baron of Leyen in Sassig; asks the King to hear him and give him trust in all matters; wishes the King success in the expedition at hand. In Latin. 2 pp. 1 LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJean Hugo, Archbishop and Elector of Treves, Ehrenbreitstein, to Mr. de Pladvait Urges hum to support his personal advisor and marshal the Baron of Leyen Sassig on his behalf in the message he will present to the King. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026amp; Lits., 1993\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFriderick Augustus, Elector of Saxony, at camp near Illisch, to King William III Has received letter from King telling of his arrival in Holland and the detection of a plot against himl wishes him success in breaking the strength of the enemy. In Latin. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William \u0026amp; Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hugo, Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the King's letter and messages from Baron George Hepney; sends messages to the King through Hepney; expresses loyalty to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes traslation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Edward Southwell, Liege, to [William] Blathwayt Had a good voyage. The boat from Huy had met a French party. Liege had been attacked twice in one afternoon. The party of thirsty Frenchmen disappeared into the woods. Hopes to be in Utrecht by the first of August and then will go to Amsterdam. 2 pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousand pounds. Signed at Attre by William III. countersigned by William Blathwayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousands pounds. Signed Atre by William III. Countersigned William Blathwaayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has granted the crossing desired by the king and the bridge for the auxiliary troops wich Baron Landgraf Halsia is leading back to the upper regions of the Rhine; does so to advance the advantages of their common cause and to please majesty. In Latin. 1 p. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones., Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndentures for lease of land between joseph Denham, Moulsey, County of Surey, and John Tryrer, Parish of St. Giles, County of Middlesex. Signed by John Tryrer. Countersigned by Tho[mas] Watkins and Francis Hoddes. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Sir William Ashurst and Sir Richard Levett, Knights, formerly Sheriffs of the City of London and County of Middlesex, three hundred ninety eight pounds fifteen shillings and six pence. Signed at the Hague by William III. Countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrivy Council Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the county of Derby. Order for impressing seamen and instructions for accomplishing the impressments. Signed by Meinhard Schomburg, Duke of Schomburg and Leinster, Winchester, Thomas Hubert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford, Henry Compton, Bishop of London, and [?]. 2 pp. DS\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Pepys Manuscript \"Upon ye Peace\" in shorthand. An address by King James II to his loyal subjects in England following the peace of Ryswick. 2 pp. AMs. Includes typescript. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Sir Francis Child Kn[igh]t, twelve thousand three hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn William, Elector of Palatine, Dusseldorf, to King William III. Received letter from the king written on the eighth of this month, telling of his approaching arrival and his good will towards him [JW]; is sending envoy, his counselor and chamberlain, the Count of Bentheim. In Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder of William III, Zuylesteyn, to the Customs service to give free passage to the bearer, traveling with horses belonging to Mr. Sayer, from Loo to the Army. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript and translation. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. Tucker, Whitehall, to Admiral Sir Geor[ge] Rooke News from Holland about the progress of the war. The French are delaying the Treaty of Ryswick [Rijswijk]South Holland.until they hear of the outcome of the siege of Barcelona and Pointis's West India Expedition. A vessel arrived at Rochelle with news Pointis had attacked Jamaica, near Port Royal. Hopes Mr. Neville will come in time. Notes that Lord Peterborough is dead. Has heard from George St. Lo that the Virginia fleet arrived with Rear Admiral Benbo (John Benbow). 3 pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e16/26 July-21/31 July, 1697. Proceedings of the Court Martial of Lt. Col. John Ward at the Camp of Co[c]kelberg. In the hand of Thomas fairfax, President of the Court Martial. Ward to be cashiered for speaking disrespectfully of the king. Not guilty of touching the \"accompts\" [accounts] of the regiment. Those who signed an article of complaint against him to be reprimanded, except for Capt. Burston, who is to be suspended for one month. Major Wills and Captain Frankland guilty of a high misdemeanor for concealing the \"scandalous\" words, they are to be cashiered. 2 pp. DS. 2 August, 1697. Note at end, signed by William III, pardons Major Willis and Captain Fairfax. 1p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKing William III, Kensington Palace, to Duke and Governors of the Republic of Genoa Concerns a threatened lawsuit by London merchants Angelo Corticelli and Joseph Cosmo against Luca Justiniano, Genoese citizen who owes them 1,345 pounds English money; if the matter is not resolved through equity and prudence, another road will have to be resorted to. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, the College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e15/25 August, 1698. Copy of a letter in Samuel Pepy's hand from William III to the 2nd Chancellor [John] Sommers [or Somers]. Re: the succession to the Spanish throne and the proposed partition of Charles II of Spain's inheritance. 2 pp. Cy of L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter in unknown hand; of Lord Chancellor John Somer's answer to William III [see letter of 15/25 August, 1698], Tunbridge Wells. Re: the King's proposals regarding the disposition of lands formerly owned by Spain. 3 pp. Cy of L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance to William III. Signed by Charles Ogilby, Thomas Bethune, Ro. Patterson, and others. Includes a second declaration acknowledging William III as the \"only lawful and undoubted Soveraigne of this Realme.\" 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay Sir Thomas Littleton, speaker of the House of Commons, three hundred pounds for sixty days as speaker (from 30 November to 29 January). Signed by William III and countersigned by Tankerville, Stephen Fox, John Smith, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant issued to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Joost \"Earle of Albermarle,\" Master of the Rodes, five thousand, five hundred fifty two pounds, four shillings, and seven pence. half pany for servicing the rodes. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by [Forde Grey, earl of] Tankerville, Stephen Fox, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProclamation to all ecclesiastical and government officials and all \"our subjects\" regarding the care of the Protestant refugees from France. London Bille \u0026amp; Newcome, 1699. Broadside. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 March, 1698/9. Henry [Sidney], Earl of Romney, to all Officers Civil or Military. Certifies that Tho[mas] Gillen has been discharged from \"His Majesties Regiment of Foot Guards,\" having served twenty three years. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Sir Charles Paulet, 2nd] Duke of Bolton, London, to William III, London. Welcomes William III back to England. Informs him that the directions for paying the English officers on half pay \"was only untill they were cleared or provided for \u0026amp; not longer.\" He was sure the situation was not as the King has intended. 2 pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7/17 July, 1699. William III, Dieren, to [James] Vernon Re: wishes to remove the Commission to Sir Francis Blake. Prefers that the Commission go to Thomas Colby and Henry Vincent. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes typescript and translation. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevocation from William III at Kensington to Sir Paul Rycaut, \"Hans Towne.\" Calls Rycaut home and instructs him to deliver letters to Bremen, Hamburg, and Lübeck notifying them of Rycault's revocation. Signed by Ja[mes] Vernon. 1 p. DS. Corner torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant by the Lords Justices to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Lloyd, Paymaster of his majesty's works, sums up to six thousand pounds for works done or to be done to his majesty's garden at Hampton court. Signed by Tho[mas], Archbishop of Canterbury, [Thomas Herbert, 8th Earl of] Pembroke; J[ohn Egerton, 3rd Earl of] Bridgwater; [John Churchill, 1st duke of] Marlborough; [Forde Grey, Earl of] Tankerville; John Smith, H. Royle, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge William, Duke of Brunswick-Luneberg, at citadel at Cel, to King William III Reaffirms thanks given by Baron de Schuz for sending the auxiliary troops and for ending the war and restoring peace to the area; will promote the interests of the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Act of the Prince of Orange's Parliament for abolishing the Catholick Religion in Scotland entitled Act for preventing the growth of Popery.\" Includes a formula for abjuring Popery. 4 pp. AD. Includes contemporary copy in French: \"Articles de l'acte du Parmement d'Ecasse, Intitule Act pour prevenir l'accroissment du Papisme.\" 3 pp. Includes contemporary copy in Latin: \"Nuperrima Principis Orangy Leu Adversus Scotas Catholicas.\" 11 pp. Includes contemporary synopsis of the Acts against the Catholics in England. In Latin: \"Synopsis Legis edita a Principe Auriaci Contra Popisticas-Episcopas Presbyteras Jesuitas aliasque Catholicas Subdutas in Anglia.\" 2 pp. A.D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the Country of Derby, to impress able-bodied seamen for manning the fleet. Signed by Charles Seymour, duke of Somerset, N. Wright Esquire, James Berkeley, earl of Berkeley; Burlington; Charles Montagu, duke of Manchester; Radnar; and Henry Boyle. 2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorization from William III, Kensington, to pay to Colonel Phillip Lodewig, Count of Erbach, the pay of the late Lieutenant General de Huybert. Countersigned by d'Allonne. including deed, 4 August, 1702, directing the transfer of payment from Huybert to Phillip Lodewig. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by Pieter Duvelaer. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. including registration notation December 28, 1702, from the Audit Office of Zeeland. Registered in the seventh white register. Signed by Henrick Vetters can Rechtekerk and Peres. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. includes typescripts and translations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrivy Council, Kensington, to Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Notification that there is no further need to impress seamen for His Majesty's navy. Signed by Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, Earl of Stamford, James Vernon, Charles Hedges, Henry Goodriche, and Holt. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2/13 May, 1701. Copy of a letter from Mr. Stanhope to Mr. Secretary Hedges, the Hague. Re: the meeting of the \"States Deputys\" and a fear of Invasion by the French. 2 pp. Cy.L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7/18 August, 1701. Warrant from William III, Loo, to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Bryan Fairfax, Esquire, five hundred pounds. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath to defend the crown against attack of \"Papists and other wicked and traytorous customs.\" Signed by [?] Denbigh, Rich. Billinsley, William Oglethorpe, George Whitmore, Rich. Creed, Henry Cromwell, George Wanderford, Eli Studhohne, A[?] Pepys, [?], Thomas Hyde, Louis Destang, Ed. Nicholls, John Fielding, john Grace, George Tucker, Barlow Wicham, William Cecill, Younger Took, Ed. Christopher, John Hodgson, Robert Lightfoot, John Hilton, Da. Waghe, Christopher Clapham, Will[iam] He[?]ett, Tho[mas] Rose, John Watkins, Isaac Leroux, gunsmith. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Includes typescript. 1p. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for ten pounds signed by W. Cestriens. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to John Warner at Temple-Bar to pay to Peter Couche thirty pounds and to place it into the account of W. Cestriens. Signed at Kensington. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrant of three hundred fifty acres of land to David Jones in Orange County, Virginia, for twenty-five shillings. Signed by James Blair, President of the Council and Acting Governor of the Colony of Virginia. 1p. DS. On vellum. See medium oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Admission of William cook to property at Acton, on the Manor of Richard Terruk, the Lord Bishop of London. Signed by William Dickens, Steward. 1 p. DS. On Vellum.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, drawn by John Alsop for Humphrey Howlands, \"A map of all Friends Meetings, with their course or lying \u0026amp; distance from each other.\" Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England. 1 p. Ms. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library. Oversize.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Admission of Mrs. Ann Trimmer to property at Ealing, on the manor of Beilby Porteus, Lord Bishop of London, Signed by William Dickins, Steward. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Medium oversize.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture between Edward Buckley of Duke Street Grosvenor Square, parish of St. George, Middlesex County, and Marmaduke Robinson, parish of St. Clement Danes, Middlesex County. Renting property to Marmaduke Robinson for sixty pounds per year. Signed by M. D. Robinson.2 pp. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry Compton, Bishop of London (1675-1713), Fulham, to the Right Honorable lrod Keeper. Testimonial for Mr. Warburton for a benefice in Shelton, Nottinghamshire. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e18th century. Abstract of the expenses for the funerals of Queen Mary and Queen Anne. 2 pp. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover of missing letter \"to the Most Serene and most Potent Prince and Lord, William, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland, our most esteemed Lord and Friend.\" Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclaration by the appraisers, \"at the request of Doctor Wrenn,\" of the warehouses in back of the \"Custom house,\" signed by Jn. Smith, John Saintloe, and John Matthew. 2 pp. DS. includes endorsment signed by Ch[ristopher] Wren and W. Dickinson. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertification and description by Christopher Wren of a map representing a parcel of ground at his Majesty's Bowling Green in Whitehall. 1 p. ADS. Vellum.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertification that William Hart was to receive forty pounds for overseeing the repairs to the Haymarket for five years. The board finds the repairs to be sufficient. Signed by Christopher Wren and two other members of the board. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristopher Wren and Hugh May to the Lord Chamberlain of his Majesty's Household recommending William Beach Smith, for the post of his Majesty's locksmith. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for the Privy Garden, beginning June 25, 1680 and ending September 19, 1680 for ninety two pounds eighteen shillings. Signed by Christopher Wren. 1 p. ADS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay 14, [1687?]. Christopher Wren to Sir William Fermor, Easton, Northamptonshire. Regrets he is unable to visit Fermor. Cannot leave until the King is \"settled at windsor.\" Business has also detained Mr. [Henry?] Guy. \"We are bound to our good behaviour uncertain which way the next wind may tosse us, we are afrayed of being absent from our charges \u0026amp; therefore watch as those who travell in suspected places.\" 1 p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e21 March, 1694/5. Christopher Wren to [?]. Abstract of examination of an account of six hundred thirty-four pounds seven shilling five pence in connection with the rebuilding of St. Paul's Cathedral. Finds it all in order. 1 p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristopher Wren, Whitehall, to Monsieur [William] Blathwayt, Loo. Re: the alteration of some rooms at Kensington and the king's rooms at Newmarket. Wren, not wanting to resolve the problem of funding the expenses, decided not to proceed with the work at Kensington even though funds had not been alloted. Requests Blathwayt to represent his case before the King. 1 p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristopher Wren II, Hampton Court, to his wife, Lady [Constance] Burgoyne, Wrosehall. \"Custome House John,\" Gen. Burgoyne, and Hutton rejoice with him that Lady Burgoyne is better; hopes to be home within a few days, but must finish the business at hand; his father longs for her company; has had a bad cold but is mending well; Mrs. Musard wants a letter from her. 2 pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristopher Wren, Whitehall, to Honored Sir. By his majesty's command, he was to alter rooms at Kensington and the King's lodgings at Newmercat [sic.]; the Lords of the Treasury refused his request for money for the new projects; he took care of the work at Kensington; asks recipient to lay this matter before his majesty. Photograph of ALS. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscription list for John Warburton's publication of map and coat of arms of London and Middlesex county. Includes Christopher Wren's signature. Names, residences, amount paid, and amount owed included. [printed lists dated 31 August, 1722]. 100 pp. MsV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book of issues and receipts of the public revenue during the reign of William III and the eight years following his death in 1702. [1688-1710]. Particularly full of accounts of army, navy, and civil list expenditures. 140 pp. MsV. 1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe following was bound in one volume: September 23, 1693. William III, in Camp at Nienove, to the Statholder of Holland. Enlists his efforts on behalf of a brigadier and colonel in serveral cases at law. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes Translation. October 22, 1693. Warrant signed by Mary II to reprieve the death sentence passed on Edward Tear at Old Bailey. For high treason. Cosigned by Daniel Finch, earl of Nottingham. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, undated. Eight engraved portraits of William III; two of William and Mary. One engraving represents the receipt of the Bill of Rights. MsV. 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 January, 1688-22 January, 1689/90. Bound volume, Journal of the Convention Parliament which met to depose James II and accept William and Mary in his place. Printer's copy for vol. IX of Architell Grey's Debates of the House of Commons, from the year 1667 to the year 1694 (London, 1769). The principal hand is Grey's with annotations by his eighteenth century editor. Circa 530 pp. MsV.3\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam and Mary Composition book by unknown. The name of Edward Watson appears on the inside back cover and at the end of a passage in the middle of the book. 42 pp. MsV. 4\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy [?]. 4\" x 6 1/4\" of William III, view of head and shoulders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Jacobus Houbraken (1698-1780), Amsterdam. 8 1/2\" x 14\" of William III, view of head and shoulders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Schench [?] [Pieter Schench], 7\" x 9 3/4+ of Wilhelmus (William) III, three quarter view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Andrew Duncan, 2\" x 2 1/2\" of King William III, head and shoulders view, after a painting by De Baan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved for the Universal Magazine, printed for T. Hinton at the King's Arms in Newgate Street, 4 1/2\" x 7 1/2\" of King William III, head and shoulder view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy M. Gucht, 3 3/4\" x 5 3/4\" of Guielmus III (William III), head and shoulders view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Bernard Picart, 5 3/4\" x 8\" of Guillaume III (William III), head and shoulders view. After a painting by Van der Werf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Gerardum de Lairesse and Nicolaum Visscher, 6 1/2\" x 9 1/4\" of William III, view of head, with trumpeting angel. Includes Dutch description.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eG. Murray, 2\" x 2 3/4\" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russel, head and shoulders view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Harding \u0026amp; Lepard, Pall Mall East, 3 3/4\" x 4 3/4\" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russell, head and shoulders view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Paris chez Odieuvre, Md d'Estampes rue Danjou Dauphine la deuxieme P. Cachere 4\" x 5 3/4\" of Leopold I (1640-1705), Emperor of Germany, head and shoulders view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocket of Queen Mary II's hair, declared authentic by the British Museum, 1953 per an attached note. Attached note by Anne Rigby, states her cousin Mary Rigby gave the locket to her, 1786. Also appended is a note stating that the Queen had given the locket to \"my father's brother.\" (Mss.65P96.A01)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam \u0026amp; Mary alumni plate featuring an original illustration of the Sir Christopher Wren Building. Silver plate, inlaid in 24 kt. gold (by the Franklin Mint). (Mss.65P96.A02)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopper printing plate, circa 1700 of Guiliemus (William III), view of head and shoulders. Original. In oversize file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFramed bas-relief portrait of Sir Christopher Wren by G.W. Elliott. Label on back of frame reads, \"This certifies that this Portrait Number 47 of Sir Christopher Wren is one of a limited edition of 500 produced by the authority of the Dean and Chapter of Lincoln to mark the 300th Anniversary of Lincoln Cathedral's Wren Library of 1674.\" [Lincoln Cathedral is located in Lincolnshire, England.] Frame measures 6.625 in. (width) x 7.5 in. (height) x .875 in. (depth). (Mss.65P96.A03)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent with wax seal gives to Leonard Thompson the right to oversee the transport of Laborers to the plantations in the colonies. Duties include the registering of volunteers and certifying that the laboreres voluntarily chose to go to the colonies. Written at Westminster and signed by Cocks. Written in response to a petition from diverse merchant planters. 2 pp. DS. Great Seal attached. Includes typescript. 1 p. Oversize.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed theatre-of-war map of William III's army by Peter Mortimer, 1690s, Amsterdam. Parts I-VII.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England.\" 1 p. MS. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Fridling, London, to the honorable Sr. John Lowther, Lowther Hall, Westmorland. Princess Anne is under the protection of Ld. Devon at Nottingham states that \"our comdrs. left London the previous Sunday, expecting to meet up with William of Orange, probably at Malborough; estimates William's troops as 16,000 horse and 35,000 foot; says that their headquarters are at Reading, Windsor with 25,000 troops in all; reports foot-sore condition of Sir. John's horse left with Sir William Villers; mentions that he is conficent that Maj. General Kirke is at Liberty that night; mentions an address of thanks which arrived from the fleet for Parliament signed by Ld. Dartmouth and Sir Roger Strickland; asks that directions be sent to Mr. Robson as he shall be gone to his post in 3 days and not returning quickly; states that Chief Justice Edward Herbert, John Drummond, the Earl of Melfort, Edward Oetre and Sr. Nico[las] Butler have all fled; mentions a Declaration of the P[rince] of Orange which admonishes all papists to \"lay down civill or millitary employm[en]ts\" and disarm themselves. 2 pp. Al.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJanuary 30, 1688/9. Thomas Comber, York, England, to his wife [Thomas Comber, 1645-1699, Presentary 1677, Precenter 1683 of York, Dean of Durham 1691, author of pamphlets in favour of William III]. Informs his wife that he is disappointed that he must break his promise to her and will not come home before \"Fryday\" about two o'clock, because he is waiting for a letter, and if he leaves without it he will have to make another troublesome and inconvenient journey; assures her that the Dean of Rippon will be there Thursday and if the thing goes for him, the Dean will help him finish it, if it goes against him, he will have letters and will be at ease because he will know how it goes; perceives that Thursday night will bring the \"great news,\" how the convention will follow the government; states that that was the subject of yesterday and Monday's debates, and longs to see how it is determined; states that the Princess of Orange is expected in England this week; mentions that there are forces marching through this town for Ireland where the papists are very strong; says that his Ld. of Darby (?) and Ld. Dunblain have both been ill; notes the good sermon given by Mr [Seamfinch?]; includes instructions for his uncle. 2 pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay two hundred fifty eight pounds, nine shillings and seen pence to the following out of rents and profits of the lotterys for their support and pentions; to Coll. Edward Ogar, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Maj[o]r Francis Berkin, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Duke for herself and three children, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Sr. Sharles Clingsby and Mary his wife, twenty pounds; to Mallet Slingesby, four pounds; to Elizabeth Slingesby, ten pounds; to Rich[ar]d Sydenham and Grace his wife, sixty seven pounds, twelve shillings, and one pence; for the three Granchildren [sic] of Captain Kettleby, eighteen pounds, five shillings; to Captain John Baker, eighteen pounds, five shillings; to Ann Ashbury, Wido[w], ten pounds; to [?] Collins, widow, ten pounds, and to Lieutenant John Watkinson, nine pounds, two shillings, and six pence. Signed by Kensington by William R (William III) Cosigned by John Lowther, T. Pelham. 1 p. DS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlack and white print, 5 6/8\" x 8 1/4\" of William III. Printed and sold by Tho. Bakewell next to Ye Horn Tavern in Fleetstreet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadsheet with satirical image and poem entitled \"Arlequin Deodat et Pamirge Hypochondriaques,\" or \"The Dutch Doctor and the Foreigne Patient.\" In French and English.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of the proceedings of the convention of 1688 believed to be the copy of Henry Compton, Bishop of London, tutor of Princess Mary and Princess Anne, one of the seven signatories to the secret coded letter inviting Prince of Orange to invade, officiator at the coronation of William and Mary, and first Chancellor of the College of William and Mary in Virginia. The manuscript, 62 pages of the debate with 4 pages of [The Declaration of Rights?], in a contemporary secretarial hand is bound in contemprary vellum. In addition to the proceedings of the Convention of 1688 from 2 January to 15 February 1688/9, it contains a copy of the \"Declaration of Rights.\" The pencilled notes on two blank preliminary leaves say the manuscript belonged to Compton and was bought at his sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of \"Upon Ye Peace, 1697\" declaring that \"We think fit...to give notice to all whom it may concern, that we cannot allow any [soldiers] to come to continue at the place of our residence without their having first obtained our special licence for it.\" No original\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn order for a public thanksgiving \"to Almighty God for having made his Highness the Prince of Orange, the Glorious Instrument of the Great Deliverance of this Kingdom from Popery and Arbitrary Power.\" The thanksgiving day set to be Thursday, Febrary 14.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne color photograph 4\" x 5 3/4\" of Christopher Wren's grave in St. Paul's Cathedral, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA document signed by William III in the early days of his invasion of England. Dates from the interregnum, and signed on the day that the first members of the Convention were chosen. Describes fees to pay the armed forces: £ 3,000 to the Treasurer of the Ordinance and the Treasurer of the Navy, £ 1,500 to the Earl of Ranelagh \"for the forces,\" and £ 1,500 to the Queen Dowager, Catherine of Braganza. 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Includes correspondence of and warrants signed by William III; letter of Mary II; documents signed by Sir Christopher Wren; documents written by Samuel Pepys; order signed by James II; letter of Leopold, Emperor of Germany; engravings of William III; and a printed announcement of the ascension of William and Mary to the throne of England. Some documents are in French and Latin but some include transcriptions and translations. The Pepys documents which are in shorthand include transcriptions. Some documents available in transcript. The collection was a gift of Thomas G. Pullen and Louise Rowe Pullen, and purchases from various sources.","Oversize box (Acc. 1989.14) contains 1688/89 Dutch satirical broadside entitled, \"Arlequin Deodat, et Pamirge Hypochondriaques,\" depicting King James II, King William III and King Louis XIV, with four columns of verse, the first two in French and the latter two in English.  It is a variant of 1689 broadside.  16.25\u0026quot; x 22.5\u0026quot;.","Addition 2008.312: Payment request to the Treasury to pay \"To the Treasurer of the Ordnance...3000,\" \"...of the Navy for the Vicheallors...3000,\" Queen Dowager in part of her Quarter on such War. as you shall receive from their...1500,\" and \"To the Earle of Rarelagh for the ....1500.\" Written by a secretary but signed by William III.","5 d'Avril, 1655: [Henriette] Marie [Stuart], Teylingue, [grandmother of William III] to \"Monsieur mon cousin,\" Congratulates him in the birth of a daughter. In French. 1 pp. ALS. Including translation. 1 p.","William, Prince of Orange, in appreciation of the poem sung by Lucas van de Poll, juris consult, on his recent entrance into the city of Utrecht, presents a momento to him. In Latin. 1 p. MS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, William \u0026 Mary.","Transfers payment to Edward Backwell. Signed by Prince d'Orange. 1 p. DS. includes frag. of DS, 6 June, 1671, signed by Thomas Clifford. 1 p.","Prince of Orange, in the army at Bodegrave, to Colonel Van Dam, Muyden. Requests a check on certain costs of army transport. Signed \"G. Prince d'Orange,\" countersigned by C.[onstantijn] Huygins. In Dutch. 1 p. D.S.","James [Duke of York] Win[d]sor, to his nephew, [William], the Prince of Orange, Holland. Note accompanies newsbearer. Sends his affectionate greetings. 1 p. ALS.","Guillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Groeningen, The Netherlands to [?]. In French. This letter accompanies a note from Monsieur de Lira; although he does not believe it to be genuine, he [recipient] can consult with M. de Lira or M. the Duke of Villaharmosa to prevent this plan of the enemy; fears there is a plot against Namur and the Duke should try to prevent this by placing some men there. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes transciption and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William \u0026 Mary, 1993, and William Gill, Class of 1993.","William of Orange to \"Dir Sirs,\" Zeeland. Requests that ships under recipients' command be sent to Lt. Admiral Willem Bastianes. Move as quickly as possible to the Baltic to strengthen the fleet of the King of Denmark. In Dutch. 1 p. LS.","Guillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Hauge, to his uncle Electoral Highness. Sends best wishes on the birth of a princess to Madame the Electress. In French. 2 pp. LS. includes transcription and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William \u0026 Mary, 1993.","Receipt for the payment of eighty pounds to Henry Robinson, goldsmith, by William Page of London, signed and sealed by Henry Robinson in the presence of Edward Willson, Ro[bert] Page, Thomas Beach, Edward Robinson, and Pembrose Wade. 1 p. DS.","14 July, [16]79. Warrant issued by the office of the Lord High Admiral to the clerk of the chequer of his Majesty's yard at woolwich; appoints Gamaliel Palmer as boatswain of the ship James Galley. Signed by J. Lippett, Ro[bert] Haddock, and J. Sotherne. 1 p. DS. Includes transcription.","Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to [?]. Having received the orders from the King, proposed to the Estates to authorize himself to send three Scottish regiments, which they did; M. de Bentinck will report to you the nature of the proposition to this plan. In French. 1 p. ALS. Translation and transcription (6 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lit., 1993 and William Gill, Class of 1993.","21 March, [16]86/87. Sidney Godolphin, Whitehall, to Sir Richard Bulstrode, Brussels. Gives Bulstrode a letter for diplomat, Sir William Godolphin in Madrid. Thanks him for his kindness and civility. 1 p. ALS.","2 Fevrier, 1687[/8]. Contemporary summary of letter from a Jesuit from Leigh [Leige] to a Jesuit from Fribourg. Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some \"heretics\" to turn to William of Orange. In French. 2 pp. MS. Translation and transcription (5 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","2 Fevr[ier], 1687[/8]: \"Copie d'une Lettre d'un Jesuite de Leige ecrit a un Jesuite de Friburge...\" Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some \"heretics\" to turn to William of Orange. Heading in French, text in Latin. 3 pp. L. Includes translation (5 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","6/16 June, 1687: G[uillame] (William III), Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to Friedrich Wilhelm, Great Elector of Brandenburg. Hopes for his approval of the selection of Margrave Albert to succeed the colonelship made vacant by the death of Margrave Louis. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","Prince of Orange to his uncle Friedrich Wilhelm, the Great Elector of Brandenburg. Expresses his opinions of the wedding proposed by the King of Denmark to the Elector's daughter. Advises the Elector to wait on the matter until the times are not so delicate. The Prince travelled a great deal, so his reply to the Elector had been delayed. In French. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1p.","Certification that the oath for the Lord Lieutenancy of Oxford was administered to Edward Henry, Earl of Lichfield. Signed by William Blathwayth. 1 p. DS.","Mary, Princess of Orange, Honslaydyck, to \"Monsieur mon Cousin,\" Sends condolences on the death of the recipient's father, one of the German Electors. In French. 1 p. LS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","William Bridgeman, Whitehall, to the Earl of Lichfield Summons the Earl to attend [James II] at the President's office the next day. 1 p. LS.","James R [James II], Whitehall, to the Earl of Litchfield, Edward Henry, Authorizes the Earl to reinstate the Deputy Lieutenants and Justices of the Peace in Oxford who would \"readily serve us.\" Signed by James II and Sunderland. 1 p. DS. Includes questionnaire directed to the deputies and justices, asking for their support in the repeal of the penal and test laws. 1 p. D.","Samuel Pepys' \"Observations on the achievement of the Prince of Orange, placed in front of his declaration.\" Concerns the Prince's usurpation of the Royal Army of England. In Pepys' shorthand and longhand. 1 p. AD. includes 2 contemporary versions. 4 pp., and typescript copies. 4 pp.","Printed broadside from the Prince of Orange, St. James, to Edward Henry, Earl of Litchfield. Calls the Earl to attend Parliament January 22. Signed by \"Prince d'Orange.\" 1 p. PD (broadside).","5 January, 1688/9. Order, by the Prince of Orange to his regiment chiefs, to remove their troops from the vicinity of polling places so order might be better kept during elections for the Convention Parliament. Signed by Prince of Orange, countersigned by Constantijn Huyon. 2 pp. DS.","8 January, 1688/9. \"A Declaration for the better quartering of the Forces.\" Forbids any troops to be quartered in private houses without the free and express consent of the owner. Signed by \"Prince d'Orange.\" 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","13 February, 1688/9. Proclamation of the accession of William and Mary, Prince and Princess of Orange, as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. Handwritten endorsement notes the time, date, and place of proclamation. 1 p. PD. E.","14 February, 1688/9. Official order for publication of the preceding proclamation, signed by 18 members of the privy council: Halifax, [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolke \u0026 Marshall, [Aubrey de Vere, earl of] Oxford, [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury, [William Cavendish, earl of] Devonshire, and [William Russell, earl of] Bedford, and others.","1688/9. Proclamation annouces William of Orange and Mary as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. 1 p. PD. Torn.","Proclamation directing that the sovereigns' names be changed in the liturgy as enacted in the Act of Uniformity. Broadside. London, printed by Charles Bill and Thomas Newcome. See medium oversize file.","2 March, 1688/9. [Charles Montagu, Baron] Halifax, London, to the [Edward Henry] Earl of Litchfield, Woodstock, Oxford. Summons Litchfield to the next meeting of Parliament, Monday, March 18. 1 p. LS.","21 March, 1688/9. Summons from William III, London, to the Earl and Countess of Litchfield. Must attend the coronation of the King and Queen on 11 April, without fail. Signed by William III and [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolk. 1 p. DS.","Appointment of Stafford Fairbourn Esquire as captain of a company in Colonel Piercy Kirke's regiment. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","Orders from Dublin Castle for troops loyal to James II to continue the attack on William of Orange until further notice. Signed by James II at Dublin Castle. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, typed. 1 p.","Dispensation sent to [Edward Henry], Earl and Countess of Litchfield, excusing them from attending the coronation of the King and Queen. Signed by William III and [Daniel Finch, earl of] Nottingham. 1 p. DS.","Summons from William III at Hampton Court to Charles Scarborough. Revokes him as envoy to the court of Portugal; requests him [C.S.] to return to England to give an account of what he saw and heard at court in Portugal. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS.","Authorization of the commission for executing the office of Lord High Admiral of England to Sir Thomas Dykes of Shoram in the Count of Sussex \"to administer and tender said oaths and the test to Sir John Pelham kn \u0026 Vice Admiral for the County of Sussex.\" Oaths of allegiance and supremacy. Signed by John Vaughan, earl of Carbery, John Lowther, John Chicheley. 1 p. DS.","Warrant signed by William III to Richard Jones the Earl of Ranelagh, Paymaster of the Forces, to pay to Charles Duke of Alton five thousand three hundred eighty four pounds five shillings four pence for his regiment commanded by Lt. Col. Holt. 1 p. DS.","8 January, 1689/90. Receipt for £ 6,250 signed by five members of the Estates General of the United Provinces. Payment sent in recognition of assistance given when William of Orange came \"into this nation for its deliverance from popery and arbitrary power.\" 1 p. DS.","\"Abstract of ye first Establishment of the Forces...which began from ye 1st of May: 1689 and continued to ye last of May: 1690. Inclusive is also a particular of ye alterations \u0026 additions made within ye times.\" 2 pp. D.","Unpublished and unrecorded manuscript, author unknown. \"An essay in contemplation of the Late Happy Revolution Togehter with an Addresse Prepared to Have Been Presented to Their Majestes King William and Queen Mary in Iuly [July] 1689. By a Person of Quality. Portions of text are burned (pp. 71-91). Noted: Sir Robert Gilman, p. 28; the Rev. Dr. [William] Sherlock, pp. 28, 52-59; Bishop of Carlisle pp. 28, 29. Bishop John Overall [Bishop of Coventry and Litchfield (1614-1618) and Bishop of Norwich (1618-1619) pp. 38 ff, 53. 91 pp. AMs.","Queen Mary, Whitehall, to King (William III) Writes by way of \"L. Belomont's\" brother. She heard that the King arrived in Chester, but doubts the news. Tells of the Bishop of Salisbury's \"long, thundering sermon\" which he wants to have printed. Impatient to see him again and will not rest if she does not hear from him that day. 1p. AL.","10 January, 1690/91. Warrant issued to make additional allowances of pay to the officers of the First Regiment of Foot Guards. payment retroactive to 1 January, 1689. Signed by William III countersigned Henry, Viscount Sydney, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and Sir Thomas Pelham. 1 p. DS.","Warrant issued at Kensington authorizes payment of four thousand ninety seven pounds, fifteen shillings, and three and a half pence to Charles Fox and Thomas Coningesby \"for use of our forces in and designed for the service of Ireland.\" Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, Thomas Pelham. William III. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to pay three thousand ninety-two pounds, eighteen shillings and six pence to Bernard Eales, his majesty's goldsmith for new gold works and for repairs to gilt and white plate. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, L. Robers, scribe. 1 p. DS.","Warrant for payment of nine hundred and five pounds, to John Trevar, Knight and Speaker of the House of Commons. Given at Whitehall and signed by Marie R (Queen Mary) and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox. 1 p. DS.","Appointment of Philip Mison, Zeeland, by King William III as ensign of the Company of Mayor d Mauregnault. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by [van Wijk?]. Registered in the Audit office and signed by Dignus Nollens, [?]...Magghe 10 April, 1691. 1 p. DS. Includes certificate of registration signed by William III and countersigned by Constantijn Huygins. 1 p. Ds. Includes transcripts and translations. 4 pp.","23 December, 1691-2 January, 1692. William III, Kensington, to \"Mon Frere,\" Did not receive the letter from the King of Spain. Congratulates recipient on his governorship. He will be with him for the next campaign. Warns him the Netherlands are in a dangerous state. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes transcription and translation. 2 pp. and chronology. 1 p.","20 January, 1691/2. Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay three hundred sixty five pounds as follows: to John Trevas, Speaker of the House of Commons, one hundred fifty five pounds; to col. Philip Howard for half a year's pension (sixty pounds); to Ann Fitzharry a gift of fifty pounds; and to Parry Walton, one hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III. Cosigned by Richard Hampden, Sydney Codolphin, John Lowther. 1 p. DS.","William III, Whitehall, to men of the Swabian Circile Diplomatic letter promises the King's support and that of the Elector of Bavaria in the War of the League of Augsburg and in the formation of an alliance. In Latin. 1 p. Dr. Includes translation (1 p.).","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to John Goddard, lieutenant governor and commander-in-chief of the Islands of Bermuda, two hundred pounds to transport \"himselfe, Family, and household Goods.\" Issued at Kensington and singed by William III. Countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F. W. Seymour. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay Mrs. DeVaulx, secretary to Mr. Eckhart, late of Brussels, one hundred pounds for tending to affairs at Brussels until Mr. Eckhart's replacement, Mr. Wolseley arrived. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, F.W. Seymour, and Charles Montague. 1 p. DS.","19 March 1691/2. [?], Elector of Trier and Mentz, the Hague, to King William III Sends news of his safe arrival here [the Hague], would welcome a visit from his highness and Christian princes; affirms his loyalty to the king. 1 p. Draft. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Anselmus Fransiscus, Elector of Mainz, Aschaffenburg from citadel of Saint John, to King William III Received letter from the King telling of his maritime victory over the French; sends congratulations and best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Joesph Clemens, Elector of Cologne, Friesing, to King William III Acknowledges he is bound to the King because he informed him of the victory of his fleet and the Belgian provinces against the French fleet; sends thanks for the message and continued best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Sends his adviser and marshall, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to congratulate the King upon his safe return from the field and operations of war and to \"set forth certain matters pertaining to the public state;\" hopes the King will expedite matters according to the demand of circumstances; assures King of his loyalty. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","20/30 January, 1692/3. William III to \"mon cousin\" the Archbishop of Trier, Johannes Hugo, Prince Elector of the Empire. Received letter concerning the lifting of the siege of Rhinfolt. Allies are interested. Promises military aid if needed. Signed \"your affectionate cousin.\" In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes Xcopy, 2 pp. and typed translation. 1 p.","Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Earl of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of the County of Derby and Nottingham, and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Order to impress seamen and to deliver them to maritime counties where they are to be kept until enough are impressed. Pay them an impress fee and allow them six pence per day subsistence. Keep a list of name and age of each man and deliver lists to the sheriffs along the way. Do not impress \"old, decrepid crazy or unhealthy men.\" Gives instructions in case of desertion. Signed by [Marquis of] Carmathen; the [Earl of] Bridgewater; [Anthony Viscount] Falkland; Henry Compton, Bishop of London; [Charles, Lord] Cornwallis; Sir H[enry] Goodricke; Sir John Trenchard; H[ugh] Boscawen. 2 pp. DS.","Friderick Carl, Duke of Wurttemberg, Stuttgart, Germany, to King William III Deplores his fate; has been captured and taken to Paris, was returned to Germany without ransom, then was deprived of the administrative fief he had managed for fifteen years; Baron Crusius, acting colonel of cavalry, will present his case to the King; affirms his loyalty to the King. in Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (3 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.","26 February, 1692/3. Warrant from William III to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to James Lord Mardington two hundred ninety-seven pounds eight shillings as a free gift. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F.W. Seymour. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript. 1 p.","John George IV, Electory of Saxony, Dresden, to King William III Expresses gratitude for having been received into the order of the Garter; sends as envoy Lord Henry, free Baron from Friesen; sends wishes for prosperity and luck to the King. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (2 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","March 23, 1692/3. Warrant for a gift and charter of mortification ot the Second Minister of Dumfries and his successor. Signed by William III and signed by John, Earl of Tweeddale' [James, Earl of] Drumlongrig' George, Earl of Linlithgow' Lord Raith; Starr; Berhlaven; Robert Dundee; J. Johnston; Anstruther, and others. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","26 Mars [March], 1693. Jean Louis, Bishop and P. [?] of Liege, Liege, to Your Majesty William III begs him to listen to and lend credence to his counselor Norss. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993.","Charles of Chamburg, Landgrave of Hassia, Prince of Hersfeld, etc., to King William III Upon hearing of his arrival at the Hauge, sends Albert de Tellare to report his subject's respect and zeal toward the king and some matters concerning their circumstance; sends wishes for his good health. 2 pp. LS. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at th College of William and Mary.","George William, Duke of Cell to the King William III Learned from his letter of his majesty's return to Holland' will support his military activities; hopes for \"a just peace and a secure tranquility.\" In Latin. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","John Hugo Elector of Treves (Trier), Ehrenbreitstein, to the King (William III), Received his Majesty's letter telling of his return to Holland; hopes he will overcome the enemy and \"enter with a fair and stable peace.\" In Latin. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.","Commission for Kessel in the Regiment of Baron de Chauviré. Signed at Het Loo (Appledorn) by William III and countersigned by C. Huygens. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript, 1 p., and translation, 1 p.","Commission appointing le Caille a Coronet in the Company of Ritmuster le Jeune. Signed by William III and countersigned by constantijn Huygnes. In Dutch. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to pay forty pounds to James Adams for apprehending Ambroes Holland [?], a highwayman. Signed by Queen Mary. 1 p. DS.","\"Manifeste de Guillaume pour Sevir d'ouverture a la paix dont les conditions ont été publiées à la fin de L'Année 1698\" [1693]. Written in the first person. Purports to be William III's ideas on outlining a peace with France, not in his hand. Gives account of the political events precluding and during William III's first five years. Analyzes the causes of the events. In French. 20 pp. MS.","Order by the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of Derby and Nottingham and Custos Rotularum of Derby, to impress seamen with instructions. Signed by Thomas Osborne, duke of Leeds, Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke; John Egerton, earl of Bridgewater; Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford; Charles, Lord Cornwallis; and [?]. 2 pp. DS.","Rudolph Agustus, Anthony Ulrius, dukes of Brunswick and Luneburg to King William III Received his letter telling of his safe arrival in the Hague; prays for luck and prosperity for the king; hopes he will return in triumph over his enemy. In Latin. 1 p. LS. includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the king's letter written from The Hague telling of his arrival; is sending his adviser and marshal, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to report back what the state of their affairs an the disposition of the enemy in that region; hopes the King will continue his royal favors. in Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Leopold I Emperor, Vienna, to William III Heard that William III reached the Hague. Prays he will be successful in achieving a lasting, honorable peace. Signature in gilt. Countersigned by H. Amadeus, Count of Windish-Grätz. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation, 2 pp. and transcript. 1 p.","Receipt for five pounds, seven pence, three farthings for half a years payment on the one hundred pounds Rachel Russell paid into the Exchequer for \"carrying on a vigorous war against France.\" Signed by Rachel Russell. 1 p. DS","Joseph Clement, Archbishop \u0026 Elector of Cologne, Liege, to (William III) Mentions his election as Bishop of Liege, promises to support the King, urges the King to help the people of Liege. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay to Richard Hutchinson, Esquire, solicitor for the affairs of customs and assigns, six hundred pounds as an addition to his salary. Signed by William III and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, Sir William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. Ds.","9/19 November, 1694. William III, Canterbury, to Prince of Vaudemont. Arrived in Canterbury. To stay overnight. Good crossing. Hopes the Prince has a good trip to Brussels and he will soon be well. In French. 1 p. ALS. includes translation, 1 p. and typescript. 1 p.","\"The word for the month of May, 1694.\" Signed by William III. A list of days, counties and cities. 1 p. DS.","Marie (Queen Mary), Dieren, to Lady Anne Walsingham. Sends her condolences on the death of Lady Anne's daughter. 2 pp. ALS. Torn. undated; and August [before 1695].","Petition from Ralph Gray to the Right Honorable Lord Keeper of the Great Seal, Sir John Somers. Asks that his grant of patent to operate and maintain the lighthouses at Evenferness or Fordness and taking certain duties upon tonage of ships and other things be allowed. Signed R[obert] Gray. 1 p. DS, undated. Includes note on the outside by Sir Edward Turner: \"Mr. Gray's petition to the Lord Keeper to pass his Patent which was stopt upon hearing till I have the King's answer.\" 1 p.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the treasury to pay to Sir Leonard Robenson, Knight Chamberlain of the City of London, one thousand pounds to distribute it to the poor of the city. Signed by William III, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.","1/11 Mars [March], 1695. William III, Richmond, to [?] Discusses strategy of forthcoming campaigns on continent, the military and political situation in Flanders, Spain and Northern Italy. Mentions Auberkerk, the Elector of of Saxony, Diest, [Has Adam von] Schoenig, and Prince Eugen. In French. 4 pp. ALS. Includes translation, 3 pp., and typescript. 2 pp.","Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Neale, Esq., Master and Worker of the mint, the sum or sums not to exceed ten thousand pounds upon accompt for expenses and the services of the mint. Signed by William III, Stephen Fos, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. Ds.","Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Charles Godfrey, Esq., one thousand pounds in part of arrears of a rent charge. Countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Hugh Gregg two hundred eight pounds ten shillings for services performed while residing with the King of Denmark. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Paul Foley, Esq., Speaker of the House of Commons, two hundred fifty five pounds, paid at five pounds per day from 15 March to 4 May. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, William Trumbul, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.","1695 6/16 June. Order of William III, Camp at Vecelaer [?], to Meinhard Schomburg Duke of Schomberg, commander in chief, to conduct courts martial in the King's absence whenever and wherever necessary. Signed by William III and countersigned by William V. Blathwayt. 2 pp. DS.","The Lords Justices, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, \"Lieutenant of his Majesty's Forrest or chace of Needwood.\" Orders no more killing of deer in the forest of Needwood so that the condition of the number of game will improve and be an acceptable place for the King's disport. Signed by Thomas Tenison, Archbishop of Canterbury; John Somers; Thomas Herbert, Earl of Pembroke; Charles Talbot, Duke of Shrewsbury; Charles Sackville, earl of Dorsett; Sydney Godolphin' and James Vernon. 1 p. LS.","William III, Camp outside Namur, to [?]. Expresses pleasure at resolution of difficulty between recipient and Duke of Witten burg. Impatient to take the town of Diksmuide. Fears supplies are running low there. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1 p.","William III, \"Kingsinton\" to \"Mon Cousin,\" Approved the orders the Estates General gave M. de Dykuelt to request the Elector of Bavaria interrupt commerce with France. If he does not comply within four weeks, no passports will be honored. Orders that goods and merchandise coming from France into the Spanish Netherlands or into Liege be seized four weeks after the declaration. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes translation. 1 p.","9 January, 1695/6. Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby, Derbyshire. Directs Devonshire to issue warrants to the Constables, tithingmen, heads of boroughs, ets., ordering them to impress able bodied seamen for his majesty's service. Signed by [Thomas Herbert, earl of] Pembroke; [Meinhard Scholburg, duke of] Schomburg \u0026 Leinster; J[ohn, earl of] Bridgewater, [Frances Newport, earl of] Bradford, [Thomas Grey, earl of] Stamford, [William Bentnck, earl of] Portland, [Henry Sidney, earl of] Romney. 2 pp. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay the executors or administrators of Charles Hutchinson, Esw., deceased one hundred twenty-five pounds for services rendered. Signed by William III, and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.","Ernest August, Elector [of Hanover] to King William III Sends their counselor of state, the president of the chamber of estates and the supreme marshall of their hall, Friderick William Baron of Goerz, to confer with the king; sends felicitations to the King. In Latin. 2pp. LS. Includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","12/22 May 1696. Order from William III, The Hague, to Antonis Alvarez Machado and Jacob Pereira, contractors, to deliver bread and forage to the troops of Brandenburg marching to the Meuse, \"for as long as they shall remain in those parts.\" Signed by William III and countersigned by William Blathwayt. 1 p. DS.","John Hugo, Archbishop, Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has received the King's letter telling of his escape from a plot on his arrival in Holland; is send his adviser and marshall, Charles Casper, Baron of Leyen in Sassig; asks the King to hear him and give him trust in all matters; wishes the King success in the expedition at hand. In Latin. 2 pp. 1 LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Jean Hugo, Archbishop and Elector of Treves, Ehrenbreitstein, to Mr. de Pladvait Urges hum to support his personal advisor and marshal the Baron of Leyen Sassig on his behalf in the message he will present to the King. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. \u0026 Lits., 1993","Friderick Augustus, Elector of Saxony, at camp near Illisch, to King William III Has received letter from King telling of his arrival in Holland and the detection of a plot against himl wishes him success in breaking the strength of the enemy. In Latin. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William \u0026 Mary.","John Hugo, Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the King's letter and messages from Baron George Hepney; sends messages to the King through Hepney; expresses loyalty to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes traslation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Mr. Edward Southwell, Liege, to [William] Blathwayt Had a good voyage. The boat from Huy had met a French party. Liege had been attacked twice in one afternoon. The party of thirsty Frenchmen disappeared into the woods. Hopes to be in Utrecht by the first of August and then will go to Amsterdam. 2 pp. ALS.","Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousand pounds. Signed at Attre by William III. countersigned by William Blathwayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.","Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousands pounds. Signed Atre by William III. Countersigned William Blathwaayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.","John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has granted the crossing desired by the king and the bridge for the auxiliary troops wich Baron Landgraf Halsia is leading back to the upper regions of the Rhine; does so to advance the advantages of their common cause and to please majesty. In Latin. 1 p. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones., Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Indentures for lease of land between joseph Denham, Moulsey, County of Surey, and John Tryrer, Parish of St. Giles, County of Middlesex. Signed by John Tryrer. Countersigned by Tho[mas] Watkins and Francis Hoddes. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Sir William Ashurst and Sir Richard Levett, Knights, formerly Sheriffs of the City of London and County of Middlesex, three hundred ninety eight pounds fifteen shillings and six pence. Signed at the Hague by William III. Countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS","Privy Council Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the county of Derby. Order for impressing seamen and instructions for accomplishing the impressments. Signed by Meinhard Schomburg, Duke of Schomburg and Leinster, Winchester, Thomas Hubert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford, Henry Compton, Bishop of London, and [?]. 2 pp. DS","Samuel Pepys Manuscript \"Upon ye Peace\" in shorthand. An address by King James II to his loyal subjects in England following the peace of Ryswick. 2 pp. AMs. Includes typescript. 3 pp.","Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Sir Francis Child Kn[igh]t, twelve thousand three hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS.","John William, Elector of Palatine, Dusseldorf, to King William III. Received letter from the king written on the eighth of this month, telling of his approaching arrival and his good will towards him [JW]; is sending envoy, his counselor and chamberlain, the Count of Bentheim. In Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.","Order of William III, Zuylesteyn, to the Customs service to give free passage to the bearer, traveling with horses belonging to Mr. Sayer, from Loo to the Army. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript and translation. 1 p.","J. Tucker, Whitehall, to Admiral Sir Geor[ge] Rooke News from Holland about the progress of the war. The French are delaying the Treaty of Ryswick [Rijswijk]South Holland.until they hear of the outcome of the siege of Barcelona and Pointis's West India Expedition. A vessel arrived at Rochelle with news Pointis had attacked Jamaica, near Port Royal. Hopes Mr. Neville will come in time. Notes that Lord Peterborough is dead. Has heard from George St. Lo that the Virginia fleet arrived with Rear Admiral Benbo (John Benbow). 3 pp. ALS.","16/26 July-21/31 July, 1697. Proceedings of the Court Martial of Lt. Col. John Ward at the Camp of Co[c]kelberg. In the hand of Thomas fairfax, President of the Court Martial. Ward to be cashiered for speaking disrespectfully of the king. Not guilty of touching the \"accompts\" [accounts] of the regiment. Those who signed an article of complaint against him to be reprimanded, except for Capt. Burston, who is to be suspended for one month. Major Wills and Captain Frankland guilty of a high misdemeanor for concealing the \"scandalous\" words, they are to be cashiered. 2 pp. DS. 2 August, 1697. Note at end, signed by William III, pardons Major Willis and Captain Fairfax. 1p. DS.","King William III, Kensington Palace, to Duke and Governors of the Republic of Genoa Concerns a threatened lawsuit by London merchants Angelo Corticelli and Joseph Cosmo against Luca Justiniano, Genoese citizen who owes them 1,345 pounds English money; if the matter is not resolved through equity and prudence, another road will have to be resorted to. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, the College of William and Mary.","15/25 August, 1698. Copy of a letter in Samuel Pepy's hand from William III to the 2nd Chancellor [John] Sommers [or Somers]. Re: the succession to the Spanish throne and the proposed partition of Charles II of Spain's inheritance. 2 pp. Cy of L.","Copy of a letter in unknown hand; of Lord Chancellor John Somer's answer to William III [see letter of 15/25 August, 1698], Tunbridge Wells. Re: the King's proposals regarding the disposition of lands formerly owned by Spain. 3 pp. Cy of L.","Oath of Allegiance to William III. Signed by Charles Ogilby, Thomas Bethune, Ro. Patterson, and others. Includes a second declaration acknowledging William III as the \"only lawful and undoubted Soveraigne of this Realme.\" 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.","Warrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay Sir Thomas Littleton, speaker of the House of Commons, three hundred pounds for sixty days as speaker (from 30 November to 29 January). Signed by William III and countersigned by Tankerville, Stephen Fox, John Smith, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.","Warrant issued to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Joost \"Earle of Albermarle,\" Master of the Rodes, five thousand, five hundred fifty two pounds, four shillings, and seven pence. half pany for servicing the rodes. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by [Forde Grey, earl of] Tankerville, Stephen Fox, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.","Proclamation to all ecclesiastical and government officials and all \"our subjects\" regarding the care of the Protestant refugees from France. London Bille \u0026 Newcome, 1699. Broadside. See medium oversize file.","28 March, 1698/9. Henry [Sidney], Earl of Romney, to all Officers Civil or Military. Certifies that Tho[mas] Gillen has been discharged from \"His Majesties Regiment of Foot Guards,\" having served twenty three years. 1 p.","[Sir Charles Paulet, 2nd] Duke of Bolton, London, to William III, London. Welcomes William III back to England. Informs him that the directions for paying the English officers on half pay \"was only untill they were cleared or provided for \u0026 not longer.\" He was sure the situation was not as the King has intended. 2 pp. ALS.","7/17 July, 1699. William III, Dieren, to [James] Vernon Re: wishes to remove the Commission to Sir Francis Blake. Prefers that the Commission go to Thomas Colby and Henry Vincent. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes typescript and translation. 2 pp.","Revocation from William III at Kensington to Sir Paul Rycaut, \"Hans Towne.\" Calls Rycaut home and instructs him to deliver letters to Bremen, Hamburg, and Lübeck notifying them of Rycault's revocation. Signed by Ja[mes] Vernon. 1 p. DS. Corner torn.","Warrant by the Lords Justices to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Lloyd, Paymaster of his majesty's works, sums up to six thousand pounds for works done or to be done to his majesty's garden at Hampton court. Signed by Tho[mas], Archbishop of Canterbury, [Thomas Herbert, 8th Earl of] Pembroke; J[ohn Egerton, 3rd Earl of] Bridgwater; [John Churchill, 1st duke of] Marlborough; [Forde Grey, Earl of] Tankerville; John Smith, H. Royle, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.","George William, Duke of Brunswick-Luneberg, at citadel at Cel, to King William III Reaffirms thanks given by Baron de Schuz for sending the auxiliary troops and for ending the war and restoring peace to the area; will promote the interests of the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","\"Act of the Prince of Orange's Parliament for abolishing the Catholick Religion in Scotland entitled Act for preventing the growth of Popery.\" Includes a formula for abjuring Popery. 4 pp. AD. Includes contemporary copy in French: \"Articles de l'acte du Parmement d'Ecasse, Intitule Act pour prevenir l'accroissment du Papisme.\" 3 pp. Includes contemporary copy in Latin: \"Nuperrima Principis Orangy Leu Adversus Scotas Catholicas.\" 11 pp. Includes contemporary synopsis of the Acts against the Catholics in England. In Latin: \"Synopsis Legis edita a Principe Auriaci Contra Popisticas-Episcopas Presbyteras Jesuitas aliasque Catholicas Subdutas in Anglia.\" 2 pp. A.D.","Order from the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the Country of Derby, to impress able-bodied seamen for manning the fleet. Signed by Charles Seymour, duke of Somerset, N. Wright Esquire, James Berkeley, earl of Berkeley; Burlington; Charles Montagu, duke of Manchester; Radnar; and Henry Boyle. 2 pp. DS.","Authorization from William III, Kensington, to pay to Colonel Phillip Lodewig, Count of Erbach, the pay of the late Lieutenant General de Huybert. Countersigned by d'Allonne. including deed, 4 August, 1702, directing the transfer of payment from Huybert to Phillip Lodewig. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by Pieter Duvelaer. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. including registration notation December 28, 1702, from the Audit Office of Zeeland. Registered in the seventh white register. Signed by Henrick Vetters can Rechtekerk and Peres. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. includes typescripts and translations.","Privy Council, Kensington, to Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Notification that there is no further need to impress seamen for His Majesty's navy. Signed by Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, Earl of Stamford, James Vernon, Charles Hedges, Henry Goodriche, and Holt. 1 p. DS.","2/13 May, 1701. Copy of a letter from Mr. Stanhope to Mr. Secretary Hedges, the Hague. Re: the meeting of the \"States Deputys\" and a fear of Invasion by the French. 2 pp. Cy.L.","7/18 August, 1701. Warrant from William III, Loo, to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Bryan Fairfax, Esquire, five hundred pounds. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.","Oath to defend the crown against attack of \"Papists and other wicked and traytorous customs.\" Signed by [?] Denbigh, Rich. Billinsley, William Oglethorpe, George Whitmore, Rich. Creed, Henry Cromwell, George Wanderford, Eli Studhohne, A[?] Pepys, [?], Thomas Hyde, Louis Destang, Ed. Nicholls, John Fielding, john Grace, George Tucker, Barlow Wicham, William Cecill, Younger Took, Ed. Christopher, John Hodgson, Robert Lightfoot, John Hilton, Da. Waghe, Christopher Clapham, Will[iam] He[?]ett, Tho[mas] Rose, John Watkins, Isaac Leroux, gunsmith. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Includes typescript. 1p. See medium oversize file.","Receipt for ten pounds signed by W. Cestriens. 1 p. DS.","Order to John Warner at Temple-Bar to pay to Peter Couche thirty pounds and to place it into the account of W. Cestriens. Signed at Kensington. 1 p. DS.","Grant of three hundred fifty acres of land to David Jones in Orange County, Virginia, for twenty-five shillings. Signed by James Blair, President of the Council and Acting Governor of the Colony of Virginia. 1p. DS. On vellum. See medium oversize file.","Deed of Admission of William cook to property at Acton, on the Manor of Richard Terruk, the Lord Bishop of London. Signed by William Dickens, Steward. 1 p. DS. On Vellum.","Map, drawn by John Alsop for Humphrey Howlands, \"A map of all Friends Meetings, with their course or lying \u0026 distance from each other.\" Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England. 1 p. Ms. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library. Oversize.","Deed of Admission of Mrs. Ann Trimmer to property at Ealing, on the manor of Beilby Porteus, Lord Bishop of London, Signed by William Dickins, Steward. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Medium oversize.","Indenture between Edward Buckley of Duke Street Grosvenor Square, parish of St. George, Middlesex County, and Marmaduke Robinson, parish of St. Clement Danes, Middlesex County. Renting property to Marmaduke Robinson for sixty pounds per year. Signed by M. D. Robinson.2 pp. DS.","Henry Compton, Bishop of London (1675-1713), Fulham, to the Right Honorable lrod Keeper. Testimonial for Mr. Warburton for a benefice in Shelton, Nottinghamshire. 1p. ALS.","18th century. Abstract of the expenses for the funerals of Queen Mary and Queen Anne. 2 pp. D.","Cover of missing letter \"to the Most Serene and most Potent Prince and Lord, William, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland, our most esteemed Lord and Friend.\" Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.","Declaration by the appraisers, \"at the request of Doctor Wrenn,\" of the warehouses in back of the \"Custom house,\" signed by Jn. Smith, John Saintloe, and John Matthew. 2 pp. DS. includes endorsment signed by Ch[ristopher] Wren and W. Dickinson. 1 p. DS.","Certification and description by Christopher Wren of a map representing a parcel of ground at his Majesty's Bowling Green in Whitehall. 1 p. ADS. Vellum.","Certification that William Hart was to receive forty pounds for overseeing the repairs to the Haymarket for five years. The board finds the repairs to be sufficient. Signed by Christopher Wren and two other members of the board. 1 p. DS.","Christopher Wren and Hugh May to the Lord Chamberlain of his Majesty's Household recommending William Beach Smith, for the post of his Majesty's locksmith. 1 p. DS.","Bill for the Privy Garden, beginning June 25, 1680 and ending September 19, 1680 for ninety two pounds eighteen shillings. Signed by Christopher Wren. 1 p. ADS.","May 14, [1687?]. Christopher Wren to Sir William Fermor, Easton, Northamptonshire. Regrets he is unable to visit Fermor. Cannot leave until the King is \"settled at windsor.\" Business has also detained Mr. [Henry?] Guy. \"We are bound to our good behaviour uncertain which way the next wind may tosse us, we are afrayed of being absent from our charges \u0026 therefore watch as those who travell in suspected places.\" 1 p. ALS.","21 March, 1694/5. Christopher Wren to [?]. Abstract of examination of an account of six hundred thirty-four pounds seven shilling five pence in connection with the rebuilding of St. Paul's Cathedral. Finds it all in order. 1 p. ALS.","Christopher Wren, Whitehall, to Monsieur [William] Blathwayt, Loo. Re: the alteration of some rooms at Kensington and the king's rooms at Newmarket. Wren, not wanting to resolve the problem of funding the expenses, decided not to proceed with the work at Kensington even though funds had not been alloted. Requests Blathwayt to represent his case before the King. 1 p. ALS.","Christopher Wren II, Hampton Court, to his wife, Lady [Constance] Burgoyne, Wrosehall. \"Custome House John,\" Gen. Burgoyne, and Hutton rejoice with him that Lady Burgoyne is better; hopes to be home within a few days, but must finish the business at hand; his father longs for her company; has had a bad cold but is mending well; Mrs. Musard wants a letter from her. 2 pp. ALS.","Christopher Wren, Whitehall, to Honored Sir. By his majesty's command, he was to alter rooms at Kensington and the King's lodgings at Newmercat [sic.]; the Lords of the Treasury refused his request for money for the new projects; he took care of the work at Kensington; asks recipient to lay this matter before his majesty. Photograph of ALS. 1 p.","Subscription list for John Warburton's publication of map and coat of arms of London and Middlesex county. Includes Christopher Wren's signature. Names, residences, amount paid, and amount owed included. [printed lists dated 31 August, 1722]. 100 pp. MsV.","Account book of issues and receipts of the public revenue during the reign of William III and the eight years following his death in 1702. [1688-1710]. Particularly full of accounts of army, navy, and civil list expenditures. 140 pp. MsV. 1","The following was bound in one volume: September 23, 1693. William III, in Camp at Nienove, to the Statholder of Holland. Enlists his efforts on behalf of a brigadier and colonel in serveral cases at law. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes Translation. October 22, 1693. Warrant signed by Mary II to reprieve the death sentence passed on Edward Tear at Old Bailey. For high treason. Cosigned by Daniel Finch, earl of Nottingham. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, undated. Eight engraved portraits of William III; two of William and Mary. One engraving represents the receipt of the Bill of Rights. MsV. 2","22 January, 1688-22 January, 1689/90. Bound volume, Journal of the Convention Parliament which met to depose James II and accept William and Mary in his place. Printer's copy for vol. IX of Architell Grey's Debates of the House of Commons, from the year 1667 to the year 1694 (London, 1769). The principal hand is Grey's with annotations by his eighteenth century editor. Circa 530 pp. MsV.3","William and Mary Composition book by unknown. The name of Edward Watson appears on the inside back cover and at the end of a passage in the middle of the book. 42 pp. MsV. 4","By [?]. 4\" x 6 1/4\" of William III, view of head and shoulders.","By Jacobus Houbraken (1698-1780), Amsterdam. 8 1/2\" x 14\" of William III, view of head and shoulders.","By Schench [?] [Pieter Schench], 7\" x 9 3/4+ of Wilhelmus (William) III, three quarter view.","By Andrew Duncan, 2\" x 2 1/2\" of King William III, head and shoulders view, after a painting by De Baan.","Engraved for the Universal Magazine, printed for T. Hinton at the King's Arms in Newgate Street, 4 1/2\" x 7 1/2\" of King William III, head and shoulder view.","By M. Gucht, 3 3/4\" x 5 3/4\" of Guielmus III (William III), head and shoulders view.","By Bernard Picart, 5 3/4\" x 8\" of Guillaume III (William III), head and shoulders view. After a painting by Van der Werf.","By Gerardum de Lairesse and Nicolaum Visscher, 6 1/2\" x 9 1/4\" of William III, view of head, with trumpeting angel. Includes Dutch description.","G. Murray, 2\" x 2 3/4\" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russel, head and shoulders view.","By Harding \u0026 Lepard, Pall Mall East, 3 3/4\" x 4 3/4\" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russell, head and shoulders view.","A Paris chez Odieuvre, Md d'Estampes rue Danjou Dauphine la deuxieme P. Cachere 4\" x 5 3/4\" of Leopold I (1640-1705), Emperor of Germany, head and shoulders view.","Locket of Queen Mary II's hair, declared authentic by the British Museum, 1953 per an attached note. Attached note by Anne Rigby, states her cousin Mary Rigby gave the locket to her, 1786. Also appended is a note stating that the Queen had given the locket to \"my father's brother.\" (Mss.65P96.A01)","William \u0026 Mary alumni plate featuring an original illustration of the Sir Christopher Wren Building. Silver plate, inlaid in 24 kt. gold (by the Franklin Mint). (Mss.65P96.A02)","Copper printing plate, circa 1700 of Guiliemus (William III), view of head and shoulders. Original. In oversize file.","Framed bas-relief portrait of Sir Christopher Wren by G.W. Elliott. Label on back of frame reads, \"This certifies that this Portrait Number 47 of Sir Christopher Wren is one of a limited edition of 500 produced by the authority of the Dean and Chapter of Lincoln to mark the 300th Anniversary of Lincoln Cathedral's Wren Library of 1674.\" [Lincoln Cathedral is located in Lincolnshire, England.] Frame measures 6.625 in. (width) x 7.5 in. (height) x .875 in. (depth). (Mss.65P96.A03)","Patent with wax seal gives to Leonard Thompson the right to oversee the transport of Laborers to the plantations in the colonies. Duties include the registering of volunteers and certifying that the laboreres voluntarily chose to go to the colonies. Written at Westminster and signed by Cocks. Written in response to a petition from diverse merchant planters. 2 pp. DS. Great Seal attached. Includes typescript. 1 p. Oversize.","Detailed theatre-of-war map of William III's army by Peter Mortimer, 1690s, Amsterdam. Parts I-VII.","\"Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England.\" 1 p. MS. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library.","Mr. Fridling, London, to the honorable Sr. John Lowther, Lowther Hall, Westmorland. Princess Anne is under the protection of Ld. Devon at Nottingham states that \"our comdrs. left London the previous Sunday, expecting to meet up with William of Orange, probably at Malborough; estimates William's troops as 16,000 horse and 35,000 foot; says that their headquarters are at Reading, Windsor with 25,000 troops in all; reports foot-sore condition of Sir. John's horse left with Sir William Villers; mentions that he is conficent that Maj. General Kirke is at Liberty that night; mentions an address of thanks which arrived from the fleet for Parliament signed by Ld. Dartmouth and Sir Roger Strickland; asks that directions be sent to Mr. Robson as he shall be gone to his post in 3 days and not returning quickly; states that Chief Justice Edward Herbert, John Drummond, the Earl of Melfort, Edward Oetre and Sr. Nico[las] Butler have all fled; mentions a Declaration of the P[rince] of Orange which admonishes all papists to \"lay down civill or millitary employm[en]ts\" and disarm themselves. 2 pp. Al.","January 30, 1688/9. Thomas Comber, York, England, to his wife [Thomas Comber, 1645-1699, Presentary 1677, Precenter 1683 of York, Dean of Durham 1691, author of pamphlets in favour of William III]. Informs his wife that he is disappointed that he must break his promise to her and will not come home before \"Fryday\" about two o'clock, because he is waiting for a letter, and if he leaves without it he will have to make another troublesome and inconvenient journey; assures her that the Dean of Rippon will be there Thursday and if the thing goes for him, the Dean will help him finish it, if it goes against him, he will have letters and will be at ease because he will know how it goes; perceives that Thursday night will bring the \"great news,\" how the convention will follow the government; states that that was the subject of yesterday and Monday's debates, and longs to see how it is determined; states that the Princess of Orange is expected in England this week; mentions that there are forces marching through this town for Ireland where the papists are very strong; says that his Ld. of Darby (?) and Ld. Dunblain have both been ill; notes the good sermon given by Mr [Seamfinch?]; includes instructions for his uncle. 2 pp. ALS.","Warrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay two hundred fifty eight pounds, nine shillings and seen pence to the following out of rents and profits of the lotterys for their support and pentions; to Coll. Edward Ogar, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Maj[o]r Francis Berkin, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Duke for herself and three children, twenty two pounds, sixteen shillings, and three pence; to Sr. Sharles Clingsby and Mary his wife, twenty pounds; to Mallet Slingesby, four pounds; to Elizabeth Slingesby, ten pounds; to Rich[ar]d Sydenham and Grace his wife, sixty seven pounds, twelve shillings, and one pence; for the three Granchildren [sic] of Captain Kettleby, eighteen pounds, five shillings; to Captain John Baker, eighteen pounds, five shillings; to Ann Ashbury, Wido[w], ten pounds; to [?] Collins, widow, ten pounds, and to Lieutenant John Watkinson, nine pounds, two shillings, and six pence. Signed by Kensington by William R (William III) Cosigned by John Lowther, T. Pelham. 1 p. DS.","Black and white print, 5 6/8\" x 8 1/4\" of William III. Printed and sold by Tho. Bakewell next to Ye Horn Tavern in Fleetstreet.","Broadsheet with satirical image and poem entitled \"Arlequin Deodat et Pamirge Hypochondriaques,\" or \"The Dutch Doctor and the Foreigne Patient.\" In French and English.","Manuscript copy of the proceedings of the convention of 1688 believed to be the copy of Henry Compton, Bishop of London, tutor of Princess Mary and Princess Anne, one of the seven signatories to the secret coded letter inviting Prince of Orange to invade, officiator at the coronation of William and Mary, and first Chancellor of the College of William and Mary in Virginia. The manuscript, 62 pages of the debate with 4 pages of [The Declaration of Rights?], in a contemporary secretarial hand is bound in contemprary vellum. In addition to the proceedings of the Convention of 1688 from 2 January to 15 February 1688/9, it contains a copy of the \"Declaration of Rights.\" The pencilled notes on two blank preliminary leaves say the manuscript belonged to Compton and was bought at his sale.","Typescript copy of \"Upon Ye Peace, 1697\" declaring that \"We think fit...to give notice to all whom it may concern, that we cannot allow any [soldiers] to come to continue at the place of our residence without their having first obtained our special licence for it.\" No original","An order for a public thanksgiving \"to Almighty God for having made his Highness the Prince of Orange, the Glorious Instrument of the Great Deliverance of this Kingdom from Popery and Arbitrary Power.\" The thanksgiving day set to be Thursday, Febrary 14.","One color photograph 4\" x 5 3/4\" of Christopher Wren's grave in St. Paul's Cathedral, London.","A document signed by William III in the early days of his invasion of England. Dates from the interregnum, and signed on the day that the first members of the Convention were chosen. Describes fees to pay the armed forces: £ 3,000 to the Treasurer of the Ordinance and the Treasurer of the Navy, £ 1,500 to the Earl of Ranelagh \"for the forces,\" and £ 1,500 to the Queen Dowager, Catherine of Braganza. William III signed as \"G Prince d'Orange\" his official title at the time."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702"],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"persname_ssim":["Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694","Pullen, Louise Rowe","William III, King of England, 1650-1702"],"language_ssim":["English French Dutch; Flemish Latin"],"descrules_ssm":["Describing Archives: A Content Standard"],"total_component_count_is":214,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-05-20T22:54:28.174Z"}]}},"label":"Breadcrumbs"}}},"links":{"self":"https://arvasarchive.org/catalog/viw_repositories_2_resources_9212_c01"}},{"id":"vimtvl_repositories_2_resources_2_c01","type":"Series","attributes":{"title":"Series 1. 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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 items for preservation purposes.","Materials in each series have been arranged alphabetically and according to subject matter. ","List of Series:\nSeries 1: Structures, 1676 – 1938\nSub-Series 1.1: Buildings and Structures\nSub-Series 1.2: Mansion\n  \tI. General\n   \tII. Exterior\n \tIII. Interior\nSeries 2: Landscape, 1737 – 1939\nSub-Series 2.1: Gardens\nSub-Series 2.2: Grounds\nSub-Series 2.3: Walls \u0026 Gates\nSeries 3: Farming \u0026 Life at Mount Vernon, 1713 – 1925 \nSeries 4: Other Historic Sites, 1730 – 1937\nSeries 5: Biographical Information, 1602 – 1962\nSub-Series 5.1: Biographies\nSub-Series 5.2: Bibliographies \u0026 Written Works\nSub-Series 5.3: Chronologies\nSub-Series 5.4: Writings to/from George Washington\nSeries 6: Architecture and Archaeology \nSub-Series 6.1: Maps \u0026 Drawings\nSub-Series 6.2: Surveys\nSeries 7: Ephemera, 1758 - 1938\nSub-Series 7.1: Mount Vernon Ladies' Association\nSub-Series 7.2: Reports\nSub-Series 7.3: Images","Morley Jeffers Williams was born in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada on August 1, 1886.  In 1910, twenty-four-year-old Williams attended the engineering school at the University of Toronto for training as a civil engineer.  Over the next eleven years, Williams used his engineering degree to work in various construction and agricultural positions such as bridge construction inspector for the Canadian Pacific Railroad and farm overseer.  After earning a second degree in horticulture from the Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph, Ontario, Williams became an instructor and student at the Harvard University School of Design.  ","During a successful academic career in which he was awarded several grants and appointed an assistant professor at Harvard School of Design, Williams began to visit historic sites and make topographic surveys for his own research.  He became involved with restoration projects at various sites, and in 1931 the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) contracted Williams to prepare topographic drawings of Mount Vernon for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth.  After Williams completed his work at Mount Vernon, he continued to study the architectural and archaeological elements of George Washington's estate, in addition to his other projects and responsibilities.  In spring 1935, the MVLA again contracted Williams; his task was to restore the Kitchen Garden.  By the following winter, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association hired Williams to be the Director of the new Research and Restoration Department.","During his time as Director of Research and Restoration, Williams uncovered and assisted in the reconstruction and/or restoration of several original structures on-site including the Kitchen Garden, Deer Park Wall, and two Ha-Ha Walls.  Williams also helped improve the historic integrity within the Mansion, as he both researched 18th-century material culture and used artifacts found during excavations to ensure the objects placed in the mansion and other site buildings were historically accurate for Mount Vernon.  Under Williams's supervision, the Department of Research and Restoration eventually expanded to oversee the restoration of the Mansion, Tomb, and Gardens, and the development of the Library.  \nIn May 1939, the board of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association decided to discontinue both the Department of Research and Restoration and Williams's position as department head.  Soon thereafter, Williams left Mount Vernon and began his own business conducting architectural and archaeological research. ","Throughout the duration of his life, Morley Williams worked at various other historic sites including Tryon Palace in North Carolina.  He became a professor of landscape architecture at the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design, and was later appointed chair of the Landscape Architecture Department.  In early 1977, Williams returned to Mount Vernon with his family for a visit and was well received. Approximately 10 months later, Morley Williams died of congestive heart failure.     ","Morley Williams was a pioneer of rigorous and scholarly study of Mount Vernon, especially on the evolution of the estate landscape.  As Director of the Research and Restoration Department, Williams used an interdisciplinary approach to research and restoration, by combining landscape architecture, history, historic preservation, and archaeology.  Much of the current understanding of Mount Vernon's history is based upon the findings of Morley Williams.  To this day, Morley Jeffers Williams's work continues to be an immeasurable asset to the restoration efforts at Mount Vernon.   ","Chronology:","The following is a more in-depth timeline charting the life and accomplishments of Morley Jeffers Williams. ","August 1, 1886 – Born in Tillsenburg, Ontario, Canada.","1910-1911 – Attended the engineering school at the University of Toronto for training as a civil engineer.","1911 – Hired as a bridge construction inspector by the Canadian Pacific Railroad.","1912 – Hired as bridge construction inspector and the acting engineer of bridge site surveys by the Montreal-Port Arthur District of the Canadian Northern Railway.  Eventually promoted to resident engineer in charge of roadbed grading and track-laying.","1914 – Resigned from his job and relocated to Kingsville, Ontario.  Became the co-owner of a grain elevator and cultivated three hundred acres of land with seed grades of corn, small grains, and grasses.  ","1922 – Began managing Vincent Massey's farm; some responsibilities included consulting about the buildings and presentations of other private farms.","1925: Earned a horticulture degree from the Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph, Ontario.","1927 – Became a student and instructor at Harvard School of Design.","1928 – Earned an MLA (landscape architecture) in city planning at Harvard University's School of Design.","1929 – Received the Sheldon Traveling Fellowship and studied landscape design in Europe and North Africa.  ","1930 – Became an assistant professor at Harvard School of Design.","March 1931 – Awarded a grant from the Clark Fund for Research in Landscape Design at Harvard to study \"American Landscape Design as Exemplified by the Plantation Estates of Maryland and Virginia, 1750 to 1860.\"","May 1931 – Visited various historic plantations, including Gunston Hall and Woodlawn, creating topographic surveys.","July 1931 – Contracted to prepare topographic drawings of Mount Vernon for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth.","Summer 1932 – Hired to complete Arthur Shurcliff's research and excavations at Stratford Hall.  Identified many original structures and sketched architectural restoration plans for the east garden at Stratford Hall.  Received a second grant from the Clark Fund, which allowed him to further his research on Virginia and Maryland plantations, including Monticello.","Summer 1933 – Supervised the restoration of the east garden at Stratford Hall.","Summer 1934 – Received funding from the Emergency Relief Administration of Massachusetts to restore God's Acre in Harvard Square, an old burial ground. Upon finishing this restoration project, Williams continued his architectural and archaeological assessment of the grounds at Mount Vernon.  ","May 1935 – Contracted to restore the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon under the supervision of Mrs. Horace Brown, the Vice-Regent for Vermont.  ","Summer 1935 – Continued to oversee the restoration of the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon.  He was also contracted to assess the history of White House landscaping in light of possible changes to design.  ","Winter 1935 – Hired by Mount Vernon as the Director of Research and Restoration.  ","Spring 1936 – Taught during spring semester at Harvard, then resigned his professorship in order to focus his efforts at Mount Vernon. Williams helped to rebuild and/or restore several original structures on-site including the Kitchen Garden and Deer Park Wall.  He used artifacts found during excavations such as door hinges and other hardware to model replicas for the newly restored buildings.  Williams also uncovered various original structures including two Ha-Ha walls and a cross-wall underlying the Bowling Green, which were previously unknown to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. ","1937 – Concerned with preserving the historic integrity of the site, Williams pointed out items and structures he deemed inaccurate such as various walkways and coaches.  As Director of the Department of Research and Restoration, Williams also focused on accessing primary documentation for research, as well as acquiring objects for Mount Vernon's collections.  ","1938 - Contracted Frances Benjamin Johnston to make photographic studies as a supplement to his measured drawings.  Her photographs were combined with an article written by Williams in the January 1938 edition of Landscape Architecture and the February issue of American Architect and Architecture.  Williams also assigned employees within the Department of Research and Restoration to research various collections located at the Library of Congress that he believed would help to maintain the historic integrity at Mount Vernon as restoration efforts continued.    ","1939 – Under Williams's supervision, the Department of Research and Restoration grew to oversee the research and restoration of the Mansion, Tomb, Gardens, Grounds, and Outbuildings, as well as the development of the Library.  ","May 16, 1939 – Board of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association voted to dismantle the Department of Research and Restoration as of June 1, 1939.  ","Summer 1939 – Williams ended his association with Mount Vernon after the dissolution of the Department of Research and Restoration and began his own business conducting architectural and archaeological research.","1940 – 1941 – Researched 18th-century manuscripts and newspapers in several prominent repositories, including the Library of Congress. ","1941-1947 – Morley Williams and his wife, Nathalia Williams, managed their own business for architectural and archaeological research.","1947 – Hired as a professor of landscape architecture by the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design.","1948 – Appointed chair of the landscape architecture department at the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design.","1952 –1960 (ca.) - Contracted to restore Tryon Palace, a pre-Revolutionary governor's mansion in North Carolina.  Oversaw archaeological excavations that exposed the original foundation of the governor's mansion, as well as uncovered other structural aspects of the site such as water sources and outbuildings.  Since no garden plots were discovered, Williams drew plans for formal gardens authentic to the time period Tryon Palace was first constructed.  During the excavations and restoration, Williams salvaged many artifacts, which he never fully identified and/or processed.  This later became a point of contention between Williams and the benefactors of Tryon Palace.","1961 – Returned to Harvard as a lecturer for landscape architecture.","December 1961 – Settled accounts with Tryon Palace by returning all artifacts to the Tryon Palace Commission.  ","1962-1977 – Williams and his wife continued to restore historic sites and landscapes for the remainder of his life.","February 1977 – At ninety-one, Williams returned with his family to Mount Vernon for a visit, and was well received by Regent Mrs. John H. Guy, Jr., Director Charles Cecil Wall, and others.","December 1, 1977 – Morley Jeffers Williams died of congestive heart failure.     ","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded by creator","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded by creator","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded by creator","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded by creator","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded by creator","archivist's note: oversized materials; folded by creator","Papers of the MVLA\nPapers of the Superintendent and Resident Director\nMeasured drawings (architectural drawings)\nRestoration Files of the Historic Structures Report","The collection consists of correspondence, reports, surveys, newspaper clippings, biographies and other written works, bibliographies, excerpts from diaries, letters, inventories and ledgers, various types of architectural and archaeological drawings, maps, and images documenting the work and research conducted during Morley Jeffers Williams's tenure at George Washington's Mount Vernon.  Williams compiled the majority of the documents and images found in this collection between 1931 and 1939; however, the information contained within these records dates from 1602 to 1967.  \nThe bulk of the collection consists of numerous architectural and archaeological drawings detailing past and contemporary views of George Washington's estate; furthermore, there are several drawings depicting possible future renovations to Mount Vernon.  This collection also contains a large amount of scholarly research pertaining to George Washington, Mount Vernon, and 18th-century life and culture.  This information provides an in-depth understanding of George Washington's life, particularly concerning his interactions with his estate.  Other documentation charts the efforts of Morley Jeffers Williams as he worked to restore the structures and landscape at Mount Vernon.","The documents, images, and structural drawings in this section attest to the extensive research Williams conducted for the purpose of restoring original architectural elements to the Mount Vernon Estate.  Included in this series are excerpts from primary resources such as diaries, letters, and ledgers; contemporary photographs of structural remains; calculations for possible reconstructions; studies of material objects such as chairs, flower holders, and venetian blinds; various lists; and numerous architectural and archaeological plans detailing both past and possible future structural scenarios.","Two black and white photographic prints showing a decorative ceiling panel and the fireplace in the Front Parlor, formerly called the West Parlor, by Frances B. Johnston.","Pen and ink, color drawing of the Front Parlor fireplace by Morley Jeffers Williams, undated.","Series 2 contains materials similar to the previous series.  This section consists of various documentary information, images, and architectural drawings pertaining to the reconstruction of the Mount Vernon landscape.  There are numerous documents on the Mount Vernon gardens as the MVLA initially hired Morley Williams as a contractor to refurbish the gardens.","Plan of the Kitchen Garden by Morley Jeffers Williams, January 10, 1935. Studied by L. (Lawrence \"Larry\") Enerson, one inch equals 20 feet.","Drawing of the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon by Lawrence \"Larry\" Enerson, ca. 1935. Note reads \"This drawing was made by Larry Enerson intended for display to garden committee by way of selling the proposed K. Garden restoration plan. It was not used [See Fletcher drawing].\"","Series 3 is a smaller series and holds various background information on 18th-century occupational and social life at Mount Vernon.  The contents of this section include documentation on holidays at Mount Vernon, contemporary slave culture, and leisure activities such as horse racing and hunting.","Another small section, Series 4, contains research relating to other historic sites including Gunston Hall in Virginia and Tryon Palace in North Carolina—both sites of employment for Morley Williams.  Series 4 holds copies of relevant primary and secondary documentation, site brochures, and various images.","Williams was committed to researching and chronicling the lives and activities at Mount Vernon, and Series 5 reflects this commitment.  This section contains the majority of background research conducted by the Research and Restoration Department during Williams's time at Mount Vernon.  Included in this series are numerous excerpts from primary resources such as diaries, letters, and ledgers that Williams found at various repositories, including the Library of Congress and the Harvard Library.  Series 5 also holds written works on such subject matter as architecture, gardening, and material culture.","Similar to Series 1, this section contains documents, images, and structural drawings that reflect either the historic appearance of the Mount Vernon Estate or architectural elements that Williams intended to add and/or reconstruct.  Series 6 holds various architectural and archaeological plans, as well as historic and contemporary surveys taken of Mount Vernon and the surrounding areas.","Drawing of Mount Vernon Kitchen Garden or Lower Garden's piers measurement, scale 1 inch = 20 feet. Drawing by G.A.W.","Drawing of Mount Vernon's Upper Garden piers measurement, July 21, 1936. Scale 1 inch = 20 feet, drawing by G.A.W.","Drawing titled \"Details Seed Hse Excav. Study for 322/26.\" Unknown creator or date.","Measured drawing of the entrance circle in front of the Mansion showing location and measurements of present posts and original posts, depths of holes, and location of galvanized pipe, telephone line, drains, etc. Drawing by G.A.W. and J.D., scale 1\" = 20 feet.","Two versions of a drawing by Nathalia Ulman and Morley Jeffers Williams, June 1934 with a timeline of Mount Vernon's owners and drawing of additions made to the Mansion during George Washington's life. Drawn for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association and used on print publications such as brochures and handbooks.","Drawing, timeline of additions made to the Mansion by Nathalia Ulman under the direction of Morley Jeffers Williams, 1938.","Drawing, cover art for series of topographic maps done by Morley Jeffers Williams, 1931. \"Measured through the permission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association in the summer of 1931 under a grant from the Joseph H. Clark Bequest of Harvard University.\"","Drawing, plan of Mount Vernon showing the efficiency and family privacy through plan organization.","Drawing, depiction of the first floor plan of the Mansion with rooms numbered. \"To Accompany a Set of Measured Drawings Made in the Office of Research and Restoration of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\" Drawn by Nathalia Ulman with measurements by L.A. Enersen, J.D. Scruggs, A. Hopkins, and Nathalia Ulman under the direction of Morley Jeffers Williams.","Drawing, depiction of the second floor of the Mansion with rooms numbered. \"To Accompany a Set of Measured Drawings Made in the Office of Research and Restoration of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\" Drawn by Nathalia Ulman with measurements by L.A. Enersen, J.D. Scruggs, A. Hopkins, and Nathalia Ulman under the direction of Morley Jeffers Williams.","Drawing, aerial view of Mount Vernon with labeled structures and areas, cover art for series of topographic maps done by Morley Jeffers Williams, 1931. \"Measured through the permission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association in the summer of 1931 under a grant from the Joseph H. Clark Bequest of Harvard University. Assisted in Research and Presentation by Robert Stockton Stryker and in surveys by Arthur Clayton Sylvester.\"","Drawing, Plan of Mount Vernon, showing interrelation of family, service, and plantation areas, to accompany research study by Morley Jeffers Williams. Drawing by Nathalia Ulman.","Artist rendering of the east front of the Mansion and landscape, view from the Potomac River with reflection in the water, by Morley Jeffers Williams 1931. Created to accompany his series of topographic maps done in 1931. \"Measured through the permission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association in the summer of 1931 under a grant from the Joseph H. Clark Bequest of Harvard University. Assisted in Research and Presentation by Robert Stockton Stryker and in surveys by Arthur Clayton Sylvester.\" Two copies, one black and white and one sepia tone.","Drawing made to show the difference in early and late plans for the layout of the Mount Vernon estate. \"The EARLY plan shown in heavy line,\" and \"The LATE plan shown in light line.\"","Map showing plans for the development of the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway (now the George Washington Memorial Parkway), January 1930. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Public Roads, Engineer Reproduction Plant, U.S. Army, Washington, D.C.","Transcription of a document, purported to be written by George Washington dated 1780 April 11 or 1781 March 28, with notations made by Morley Jeffers Williams and Charles Cecil Wall, undated.","This section contains documents, and images—specifically negatives, photographs, and photostats. Included in Series 7 are Association annual reports, weekly reports assessing the progress of architectural and archaeological projects, and numerous images of the Mount Vernon estate, surrounding areas, and other historic sites.","Negatives of survey drawings – Woodlawn and Gunston \nMount Vernon Topographic survey negatives and other such negatives.\nMount Vernon Negative – includes West gate.\nMount Vernon Negative – gate to wharf.   \nMount Vernon double exposure negative – portrait and stairway.\nRiver front elevation negative\nMount Vernon Negative – 16 Scale Central Plan\nInfo on Wakefield, and gardening books used by Washington\nNegative prints of Mount Vernon paintings","Various loose pictures of the house and grounds","Various loose pictures of the house and grounds (cont'd)","*Note – These items were removed from the collection on January 3, 2018 when they were found to be degraded and in irreparable condition. Most items are known to have printed versions and were but photographs of drawings or other works.","Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association","Williams, Morley Jeffers, 1886-1977","Johnston, Frances Benjamin, 1864-1952","Ulman, Nathalia","Wall, Charles Cecil, 1903-1995","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 items for preservation purposes.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["This collection is open to research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to items for preservation purposes."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eMaterials in each series have been arranged alphabetically and according to subject matter. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eList of Series:\nSeries 1: Structures, 1676 – 1938\nSub-Series 1.1: Buildings and Structures\nSub-Series 1.2: Mansion\n  \tI. General\n   \tII. Exterior\n \tIII. Interior\nSeries 2: Landscape, 1737 – 1939\nSub-Series 2.1: Gardens\nSub-Series 2.2: Grounds\nSub-Series 2.3: Walls \u0026amp; Gates\nSeries 3: Farming \u0026amp; Life at Mount Vernon, 1713 – 1925 \nSeries 4: Other Historic Sites, 1730 – 1937\nSeries 5: Biographical Information, 1602 – 1962\nSub-Series 5.1: Biographies\nSub-Series 5.2: Bibliographies \u0026amp; Written Works\nSub-Series 5.3: Chronologies\nSub-Series 5.4: Writings to/from George Washington\nSeries 6: Architecture and Archaeology \nSub-Series 6.1: Maps \u0026amp; Drawings\nSub-Series 6.2: Surveys\nSeries 7: Ephemera, 1758 - 1938\nSub-Series 7.1: Mount Vernon Ladies' Association\nSub-Series 7.2: Reports\nSub-Series 7.3: Images\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Arrangement"],"arrangement_tesim":["Materials in each series have been arranged alphabetically and according to subject matter. ","List of Series:\nSeries 1: Structures, 1676 – 1938\nSub-Series 1.1: Buildings and Structures\nSub-Series 1.2: Mansion\n  \tI. General\n   \tII. Exterior\n \tIII. Interior\nSeries 2: Landscape, 1737 – 1939\nSub-Series 2.1: Gardens\nSub-Series 2.2: Grounds\nSub-Series 2.3: Walls \u0026 Gates\nSeries 3: Farming \u0026 Life at Mount Vernon, 1713 – 1925 \nSeries 4: Other Historic Sites, 1730 – 1937\nSeries 5: Biographical Information, 1602 – 1962\nSub-Series 5.1: Biographies\nSub-Series 5.2: Bibliographies \u0026 Written Works\nSub-Series 5.3: Chronologies\nSub-Series 5.4: Writings to/from George Washington\nSeries 6: Architecture and Archaeology \nSub-Series 6.1: Maps \u0026 Drawings\nSub-Series 6.2: Surveys\nSeries 7: Ephemera, 1758 - 1938\nSub-Series 7.1: Mount Vernon Ladies' Association\nSub-Series 7.2: Reports\nSub-Series 7.3: Images"],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eMorley Jeffers Williams was born in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada on August 1, 1886.  In 1910, twenty-four-year-old Williams attended the engineering school at the University of Toronto for training as a civil engineer.  Over the next eleven years, Williams used his engineering degree to work in various construction and agricultural positions such as bridge construction inspector for the Canadian Pacific Railroad and farm overseer.  After earning a second degree in horticulture from the Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph, Ontario, Williams became an instructor and student at the Harvard University School of Design.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDuring a successful academic career in which he was awarded several grants and appointed an assistant professor at Harvard School of Design, Williams began to visit historic sites and make topographic surveys for his own research.  He became involved with restoration projects at various sites, and in 1931 the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) contracted Williams to prepare topographic drawings of Mount Vernon for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth.  After Williams completed his work at Mount Vernon, he continued to study the architectural and archaeological elements of George Washington's estate, in addition to his other projects and responsibilities.  In spring 1935, the MVLA again contracted Williams; his task was to restore the Kitchen Garden.  By the following winter, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association hired Williams to be the Director of the new Research and Restoration Department.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDuring his time as Director of Research and Restoration, Williams uncovered and assisted in the reconstruction and/or restoration of several original structures on-site including the Kitchen Garden, Deer Park Wall, and two Ha-Ha Walls.  Williams also helped improve the historic integrity within the Mansion, as he both researched 18th-century material culture and used artifacts found during excavations to ensure the objects placed in the mansion and other site buildings were historically accurate for Mount Vernon.  Under Williams's supervision, the Department of Research and Restoration eventually expanded to oversee the restoration of the Mansion, Tomb, and Gardens, and the development of the Library.  \nIn May 1939, the board of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association decided to discontinue both the Department of Research and Restoration and Williams's position as department head.  Soon thereafter, Williams left Mount Vernon and began his own business conducting architectural and archaeological research. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThroughout the duration of his life, Morley Williams worked at various other historic sites including Tryon Palace in North Carolina.  He became a professor of landscape architecture at the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design, and was later appointed chair of the Landscape Architecture Department.  In early 1977, Williams returned to Mount Vernon with his family for a visit and was well received. Approximately 10 months later, Morley Williams died of congestive heart failure.     \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMorley Williams was a pioneer of rigorous and scholarly study of Mount Vernon, especially on the evolution of the estate landscape.  As Director of the Research and Restoration Department, Williams used an interdisciplinary approach to research and restoration, by combining landscape architecture, history, historic preservation, and archaeology.  Much of the current understanding of Mount Vernon's history is based upon the findings of Morley Williams.  To this day, Morley Jeffers Williams's work continues to be an immeasurable asset to the restoration efforts at Mount Vernon.   \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eChronology:\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe following is a more in-depth timeline charting the life and accomplishments of Morley Jeffers Williams. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAugust 1, 1886 – Born in Tillsenburg, Ontario, Canada.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1910-1911 – Attended the engineering school at the University of Toronto for training as a civil engineer.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1911 – Hired as a bridge construction inspector by the Canadian Pacific Railroad.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1912 – Hired as bridge construction inspector and the acting engineer of bridge site surveys by the Montreal-Port Arthur District of the Canadian Northern Railway.  Eventually promoted to resident engineer in charge of roadbed grading and track-laying.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1914 – Resigned from his job and relocated to Kingsville, Ontario.  Became the co-owner of a grain elevator and cultivated three hundred acres of land with seed grades of corn, small grains, and grasses.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1922 – Began managing Vincent Massey's farm; some responsibilities included consulting about the buildings and presentations of other private farms.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1925: Earned a horticulture degree from the Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph, Ontario.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1927 – Became a student and instructor at Harvard School of Design.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1928 – Earned an MLA (landscape architecture) in city planning at Harvard University's School of Design.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1929 – Received the Sheldon Traveling Fellowship and studied landscape design in Europe and North Africa.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1930 – Became an assistant professor at Harvard School of Design.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMarch 1931 – Awarded a grant from the Clark Fund for Research in Landscape Design at Harvard to study \"American Landscape Design as Exemplified by the Plantation Estates of Maryland and Virginia, 1750 to 1860.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMay 1931 – Visited various historic plantations, including Gunston Hall and Woodlawn, creating topographic surveys.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJuly 1931 – Contracted to prepare topographic drawings of Mount Vernon for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSummer 1932 – Hired to complete Arthur Shurcliff's research and excavations at Stratford Hall.  Identified many original structures and sketched architectural restoration plans for the east garden at Stratford Hall.  Received a second grant from the Clark Fund, which allowed him to further his research on Virginia and Maryland plantations, including Monticello.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSummer 1933 – Supervised the restoration of the east garden at Stratford Hall.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSummer 1934 – Received funding from the Emergency Relief Administration of Massachusetts to restore God's Acre in Harvard Square, an old burial ground. Upon finishing this restoration project, Williams continued his architectural and archaeological assessment of the grounds at Mount Vernon.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMay 1935 – Contracted to restore the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon under the supervision of Mrs. Horace Brown, the Vice-Regent for Vermont.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSummer 1935 – Continued to oversee the restoration of the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon.  He was also contracted to assess the history of White House landscaping in light of possible changes to design.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWinter 1935 – Hired by Mount Vernon as the Director of Research and Restoration.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpring 1936 – Taught during spring semester at Harvard, then resigned his professorship in order to focus his efforts at Mount Vernon. Williams helped to rebuild and/or restore several original structures on-site including the Kitchen Garden and Deer Park Wall.  He used artifacts found during excavations such as door hinges and other hardware to model replicas for the newly restored buildings.  Williams also uncovered various original structures including two Ha-Ha walls and a cross-wall underlying the Bowling Green, which were previously unknown to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1937 – Concerned with preserving the historic integrity of the site, Williams pointed out items and structures he deemed inaccurate such as various walkways and coaches.  As Director of the Department of Research and Restoration, Williams also focused on accessing primary documentation for research, as well as acquiring objects for Mount Vernon's collections.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1938 - Contracted Frances Benjamin Johnston to make photographic studies as a supplement to his measured drawings.  Her photographs were combined with an article written by Williams in the January 1938 edition of Landscape Architecture and the February issue of American Architect and Architecture.  Williams also assigned employees within the Department of Research and Restoration to research various collections located at the Library of Congress that he believed would help to maintain the historic integrity at Mount Vernon as restoration efforts continued.    \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1939 – Under Williams's supervision, the Department of Research and Restoration grew to oversee the research and restoration of the Mansion, Tomb, Gardens, Grounds, and Outbuildings, as well as the development of the Library.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMay 16, 1939 – Board of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association voted to dismantle the Department of Research and Restoration as of June 1, 1939.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSummer 1939 – Williams ended his association with Mount Vernon after the dissolution of the Department of Research and Restoration and began his own business conducting architectural and archaeological research.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1940 – 1941 – Researched 18th-century manuscripts and newspapers in several prominent repositories, including the Library of Congress. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1941-1947 – Morley Williams and his wife, Nathalia Williams, managed their own business for architectural and archaeological research.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1947 – Hired as a professor of landscape architecture by the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1948 – Appointed chair of the landscape architecture department at the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1952 –1960 (ca.) - Contracted to restore Tryon Palace, a pre-Revolutionary governor's mansion in North Carolina.  Oversaw archaeological excavations that exposed the original foundation of the governor's mansion, as well as uncovered other structural aspects of the site such as water sources and outbuildings.  Since no garden plots were discovered, Williams drew plans for formal gardens authentic to the time period Tryon Palace was first constructed.  During the excavations and restoration, Williams salvaged many artifacts, which he never fully identified and/or processed.  This later became a point of contention between Williams and the benefactors of Tryon Palace.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1961 – Returned to Harvard as a lecturer for landscape architecture.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDecember 1961 – Settled accounts with Tryon Palace by returning all artifacts to the Tryon Palace Commission.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1962-1977 – Williams and his wife continued to restore historic sites and landscapes for the remainder of his life.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eFebruary 1977 – At ninety-one, Williams returned with his family to Mount Vernon for a visit, and was well received by Regent Mrs. John H. Guy, Jr., Director Charles Cecil Wall, and others.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDecember 1, 1977 – Morley Jeffers Williams died of congestive heart failure.     \u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["Morley Jeffers Williams was born in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada on August 1, 1886.  In 1910, twenty-four-year-old Williams attended the engineering school at the University of Toronto for training as a civil engineer.  Over the next eleven years, Williams used his engineering degree to work in various construction and agricultural positions such as bridge construction inspector for the Canadian Pacific Railroad and farm overseer.  After earning a second degree in horticulture from the Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph, Ontario, Williams became an instructor and student at the Harvard University School of Design.  ","During a successful academic career in which he was awarded several grants and appointed an assistant professor at Harvard School of Design, Williams began to visit historic sites and make topographic surveys for his own research.  He became involved with restoration projects at various sites, and in 1931 the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) contracted Williams to prepare topographic drawings of Mount Vernon for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth.  After Williams completed his work at Mount Vernon, he continued to study the architectural and archaeological elements of George Washington's estate, in addition to his other projects and responsibilities.  In spring 1935, the MVLA again contracted Williams; his task was to restore the Kitchen Garden.  By the following winter, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association hired Williams to be the Director of the new Research and Restoration Department.","During his time as Director of Research and Restoration, Williams uncovered and assisted in the reconstruction and/or restoration of several original structures on-site including the Kitchen Garden, Deer Park Wall, and two Ha-Ha Walls.  Williams also helped improve the historic integrity within the Mansion, as he both researched 18th-century material culture and used artifacts found during excavations to ensure the objects placed in the mansion and other site buildings were historically accurate for Mount Vernon.  Under Williams's supervision, the Department of Research and Restoration eventually expanded to oversee the restoration of the Mansion, Tomb, and Gardens, and the development of the Library.  \nIn May 1939, the board of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association decided to discontinue both the Department of Research and Restoration and Williams's position as department head.  Soon thereafter, Williams left Mount Vernon and began his own business conducting architectural and archaeological research. ","Throughout the duration of his life, Morley Williams worked at various other historic sites including Tryon Palace in North Carolina.  He became a professor of landscape architecture at the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design, and was later appointed chair of the Landscape Architecture Department.  In early 1977, Williams returned to Mount Vernon with his family for a visit and was well received. Approximately 10 months later, Morley Williams died of congestive heart failure.     ","Morley Williams was a pioneer of rigorous and scholarly study of Mount Vernon, especially on the evolution of the estate landscape.  As Director of the Research and Restoration Department, Williams used an interdisciplinary approach to research and restoration, by combining landscape architecture, history, historic preservation, and archaeology.  Much of the current understanding of Mount Vernon's history is based upon the findings of Morley Williams.  To this day, Morley Jeffers Williams's work continues to be an immeasurable asset to the restoration efforts at Mount Vernon.   ","Chronology:","The following is a more in-depth timeline charting the life and accomplishments of Morley Jeffers Williams. ","August 1, 1886 – Born in Tillsenburg, Ontario, Canada.","1910-1911 – Attended the engineering school at the University of Toronto for training as a civil engineer.","1911 – Hired as a bridge construction inspector by the Canadian Pacific Railroad.","1912 – Hired as bridge construction inspector and the acting engineer of bridge site surveys by the Montreal-Port Arthur District of the Canadian Northern Railway.  Eventually promoted to resident engineer in charge of roadbed grading and track-laying.","1914 – Resigned from his job and relocated to Kingsville, Ontario.  Became the co-owner of a grain elevator and cultivated three hundred acres of land with seed grades of corn, small grains, and grasses.  ","1922 – Began managing Vincent Massey's farm; some responsibilities included consulting about the buildings and presentations of other private farms.","1925: Earned a horticulture degree from the Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph, Ontario.","1927 – Became a student and instructor at Harvard School of Design.","1928 – Earned an MLA (landscape architecture) in city planning at Harvard University's School of Design.","1929 – Received the Sheldon Traveling Fellowship and studied landscape design in Europe and North Africa.  ","1930 – Became an assistant professor at Harvard School of Design.","March 1931 – Awarded a grant from the Clark Fund for Research in Landscape Design at Harvard to study \"American Landscape Design as Exemplified by the Plantation Estates of Maryland and Virginia, 1750 to 1860.\"","May 1931 – Visited various historic plantations, including Gunston Hall and Woodlawn, creating topographic surveys.","July 1931 – Contracted to prepare topographic drawings of Mount Vernon for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth.","Summer 1932 – Hired to complete Arthur Shurcliff's research and excavations at Stratford Hall.  Identified many original structures and sketched architectural restoration plans for the east garden at Stratford Hall.  Received a second grant from the Clark Fund, which allowed him to further his research on Virginia and Maryland plantations, including Monticello.","Summer 1933 – Supervised the restoration of the east garden at Stratford Hall.","Summer 1934 – Received funding from the Emergency Relief Administration of Massachusetts to restore God's Acre in Harvard Square, an old burial ground. Upon finishing this restoration project, Williams continued his architectural and archaeological assessment of the grounds at Mount Vernon.  ","May 1935 – Contracted to restore the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon under the supervision of Mrs. Horace Brown, the Vice-Regent for Vermont.  ","Summer 1935 – Continued to oversee the restoration of the Kitchen Garden at Mount Vernon.  He was also contracted to assess the history of White House landscaping in light of possible changes to design.  ","Winter 1935 – Hired by Mount Vernon as the Director of Research and Restoration.  ","Spring 1936 – Taught during spring semester at Harvard, then resigned his professorship in order to focus his efforts at Mount Vernon. Williams helped to rebuild and/or restore several original structures on-site including the Kitchen Garden and Deer Park Wall.  He used artifacts found during excavations such as door hinges and other hardware to model replicas for the newly restored buildings.  Williams also uncovered various original structures including two Ha-Ha walls and a cross-wall underlying the Bowling Green, which were previously unknown to the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. ","1937 – Concerned with preserving the historic integrity of the site, Williams pointed out items and structures he deemed inaccurate such as various walkways and coaches.  As Director of the Department of Research and Restoration, Williams also focused on accessing primary documentation for research, as well as acquiring objects for Mount Vernon's collections.  ","1938 - Contracted Frances Benjamin Johnston to make photographic studies as a supplement to his measured drawings.  Her photographs were combined with an article written by Williams in the January 1938 edition of Landscape Architecture and the February issue of American Architect and Architecture.  Williams also assigned employees within the Department of Research and Restoration to research various collections located at the Library of Congress that he believed would help to maintain the historic integrity at Mount Vernon as restoration efforts continued.    ","1939 – Under Williams's supervision, the Department of Research and Restoration grew to oversee the research and restoration of the Mansion, Tomb, Gardens, Grounds, and Outbuildings, as well as the development of the Library.  ","May 16, 1939 – Board of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association voted to dismantle the Department of Research and Restoration as of June 1, 1939.  ","Summer 1939 – Williams ended his association with Mount Vernon after the dissolution of the Department of Research and Restoration and began his own business conducting architectural and archaeological research.","1940 – 1941 – Researched 18th-century manuscripts and newspapers in several prominent repositories, including the Library of Congress. ","1941-1947 – Morley Williams and his wife, Nathalia Williams, managed their own business for architectural and archaeological research.","1947 – Hired as a professor of landscape architecture by the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design.","1948 – Appointed chair of the landscape architecture department at the North Carolina State College (now University) School of Design.","1952 –1960 (ca.) - Contracted to restore Tryon Palace, a pre-Revolutionary governor's mansion in North Carolina.  Oversaw archaeological excavations that exposed the original foundation of the governor's mansion, as well as uncovered other structural aspects of the site such as water sources and outbuildings.  Since no garden plots were discovered, Williams drew plans for formal gardens authentic to the time period Tryon Palace was first constructed.  During the excavations and restoration, Williams salvaged many artifacts, which he never fully identified and/or processed.  This later became a point of contention between Williams and the benefactors of Tryon Palace.","1961 – Returned to Harvard as a lecturer for landscape architecture.","December 1961 – Settled accounts with Tryon Palace by returning all artifacts to the Tryon Palace Commission.  ","1962-1977 – Williams and his wife continued to restore historic sites and landscapes for the remainder of his life.","February 1977 – At ninety-one, Williams returned with his family to Mount Vernon for a visit, and was well received by Regent Mrs. John H. Guy, Jr., Director Charles Cecil Wall, and others.","December 1, 1977 – Morley Jeffers Williams died of congestive heart failure.     "],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePreferred citation: [Name and date of item], The Morley Jeffers Williams Collection, [Series, Folder], Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, Fred W. Smith National Library for the Study of George Washington [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee the Chicago Manual of Style for additional examples. \u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Preferred citation: [Name and date of item], The Morley Jeffers Williams Collection, [Series, Folder], Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, Fred W. 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Williams compiled the majority of the documents and images found in this collection between 1931 and 1939; however, the information contained within these records dates from 1602 to 1967.  \nThe bulk of the collection consists of numerous architectural and archaeological drawings detailing past and contemporary views of George Washington's estate; furthermore, there are several drawings depicting possible future renovations to Mount Vernon.  This collection also contains a large amount of scholarly research pertaining to George Washington, Mount Vernon, and 18th-century life and culture.  This information provides an in-depth understanding of George Washington's life, particularly concerning his interactions with his estate.  Other documentation charts the efforts of Morley Jeffers Williams as he worked to restore the structures and landscape at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe documents, images, and structural drawings in this section attest to the extensive research Williams conducted for the purpose of restoring original architectural elements to the Mount Vernon Estate.  Included in this series are excerpts from primary resources such as diaries, letters, and ledgers; contemporary photographs of structural remains; calculations for possible reconstructions; studies of material objects such as chairs, flower holders, and venetian blinds; various lists; and numerous architectural and archaeological plans detailing both past and possible future structural scenarios.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo black and white photographic prints showing a decorative ceiling panel and the fireplace in the Front Parlor, formerly called the West Parlor, by Frances B. 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This section contains the majority of background research conducted by the Research and Restoration Department during Williams's time at Mount Vernon.  Included in this series are numerous excerpts from primary resources such as diaries, letters, and ledgers that Williams found at various repositories, including the Library of Congress and the Harvard Library.  Series 5 also holds written works on such subject matter as architecture, gardening, and material culture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSimilar to Series 1, this section contains documents, images, and structural drawings that reflect either the historic appearance of the Mount Vernon Estate or architectural elements that Williams intended to add and/or reconstruct.  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Assisted in Research and Presentation by Robert Stockton Stryker and in surveys by Arthur Clayton Sylvester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawing, Plan of Mount Vernon, showing interrelation of family, service, and plantation areas, to accompany research study by Morley Jeffers Williams. Drawing by Nathalia Ulman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArtist rendering of the east front of the Mansion and landscape, view from the Potomac River with reflection in the water, by Morley Jeffers Williams 1931. Created to accompany his series of topographic maps done in 1931. \"Measured through the permission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association in the summer of 1931 under a grant from the Joseph H. Clark Bequest of Harvard University. 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Williams compiled the majority of the documents and images found in this collection between 1931 and 1939; however, the information contained within these records dates from 1602 to 1967.  \nThe bulk of the collection consists of numerous architectural and archaeological drawings detailing past and contemporary views of George Washington's estate; furthermore, there are several drawings depicting possible future renovations to Mount Vernon.  This collection also contains a large amount of scholarly research pertaining to George Washington, Mount Vernon, and 18th-century life and culture.  This information provides an in-depth understanding of George Washington's life, particularly concerning his interactions with his estate.  Other documentation charts the efforts of Morley Jeffers Williams as he worked to restore the structures and landscape at Mount Vernon.","The documents, images, and structural drawings in this section attest to the extensive research Williams conducted for the purpose of restoring original architectural elements to the Mount Vernon Estate.  Included in this series are excerpts from primary resources such as diaries, letters, and ledgers; contemporary photographs of structural remains; calculations for possible reconstructions; studies of material objects such as chairs, flower holders, and venetian blinds; various lists; and numerous architectural and archaeological plans detailing both past and possible future structural scenarios.","Two black and white photographic prints showing a decorative ceiling panel and the fireplace in the Front Parlor, formerly called the West Parlor, by Frances B. 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It was not used [See Fletcher drawing].\"","Series 3 is a smaller series and holds various background information on 18th-century occupational and social life at Mount Vernon.  The contents of this section include documentation on holidays at Mount Vernon, contemporary slave culture, and leisure activities such as horse racing and hunting.","Another small section, Series 4, contains research relating to other historic sites including Gunston Hall in Virginia and Tryon Palace in North Carolina—both sites of employment for Morley Williams.  Series 4 holds copies of relevant primary and secondary documentation, site brochures, and various images.","Williams was committed to researching and chronicling the lives and activities at Mount Vernon, and Series 5 reflects this commitment.  This section contains the majority of background research conducted by the Research and Restoration Department during Williams's time at Mount Vernon.  Included in this series are numerous excerpts from primary resources such as diaries, letters, and ledgers that Williams found at various repositories, including the Library of Congress and the Harvard Library.  Series 5 also holds written works on such subject matter as architecture, gardening, and material culture.","Similar to Series 1, this section contains documents, images, and structural drawings that reflect either the historic appearance of the Mount Vernon Estate or architectural elements that Williams intended to add and/or reconstruct.  Series 6 holds various architectural and archaeological plans, as well as historic and contemporary surveys taken of Mount Vernon and the surrounding areas.","Drawing of Mount Vernon Kitchen Garden or Lower Garden's piers measurement, scale 1 inch = 20 feet. Drawing by G.A.W.","Drawing of Mount Vernon's Upper Garden piers measurement, July 21, 1936. Scale 1 inch = 20 feet, drawing by G.A.W.","Drawing titled \"Details Seed Hse Excav. 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Hopkins, and Nathalia Ulman under the direction of Morley Jeffers Williams.","Drawing, aerial view of Mount Vernon with labeled structures and areas, cover art for series of topographic maps done by Morley Jeffers Williams, 1931. \"Measured through the permission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association in the summer of 1931 under a grant from the Joseph H. Clark Bequest of Harvard University. Assisted in Research and Presentation by Robert Stockton Stryker and in surveys by Arthur Clayton Sylvester.\"","Drawing, Plan of Mount Vernon, showing interrelation of family, service, and plantation areas, to accompany research study by Morley Jeffers Williams. Drawing by Nathalia Ulman.","Artist rendering of the east front of the Mansion and landscape, view from the Potomac River with reflection in the water, by Morley Jeffers Williams 1931. Created to accompany his series of topographic maps done in 1931. \"Measured through the permission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association in the summer of 1931 under a grant from the Joseph H. Clark Bequest of Harvard University. Assisted in Research and Presentation by Robert Stockton Stryker and in surveys by Arthur Clayton Sylvester.\" Two copies, one black and white and one sepia tone.","Drawing made to show the difference in early and late plans for the layout of the Mount Vernon estate. \"The EARLY plan shown in heavy line,\" and \"The LATE plan shown in light line.\"","Map showing plans for the development of the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway (now the George Washington Memorial Parkway), January 1930. 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Persons of the same name are distinguished by dates of birth and death, or by their relationship to other persons whose dates are known.The general files (Folder 103-109) are placed after this alphabetical series (Folders 1-102). These files are separated into categories using appropriate classifications. Letters and papers belonging to estates, suits, etc., are filed with their respective groups. Likewise other letters and papers are listed either in the alphabetically arranged groups mentioned above, or in the general files."," Organization: This collection is organized into the following series and subserie:\n Series 1: People Files, Subseries are: Carter, Miss; Carter, (Miss C.); Carter (Charles) of Cleve, 1707-1764; Carter (Charles) of Shirley, 1732-1806; Carter (Elizabeth) [wife of Landon Carter, 1710-1778]; Carter (Elizabeth) [daughter of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861] ; Carter (Elizabeth L.) [sister of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861]; Carter (George) [son of Robert \"Councillor\" Carter]; Carter (George B.) estate; Carter (John Armistead) guardianship; Carter (Kate); Carter (Landon) 1710-1778 ;Carter (Landon, Jr.) [son of Landon Carter, 1710-1778]; Carter (Landon) 1756-1820, estate; Carter (Landon, Jr.) [half-brother of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861] ;Carter (Robert \"King\") 1663-1732; Carter (Robert) of Nomini, born c. 1704, died 1731; Carter (Robert \"Councillor\") of Nomini, 1728-1804; Carter (Robert Wormeley) 1734-1797 ; Carter (Robert W.) 1792-1861; Carter (Robert W.) 1792-1861 ; Tayloe (John) estate.       \nSeries 2: General files. Subseries: Accounts, invoices, receipts; Letters; Other papers; Printed matter; Unidentified pieces and fragments; Labels, covers and envelopes","Robert \"King\" Carter (1663-1732) was a colonial official and landholder (300,000 acres). His sons were Robert Carter (1704-1731) and Landon Carter (1710-1778) of \"Sabine Hall.\" Grandsons of Robert Carter included Robert \"Councillor\" Carter (1728-1804) of \"Nomini\" and Robert Wormeley Carter (1734-1797).","Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00031.frame","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.","This current finding aid is also available in the microfilm format at the Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. An additional index can be found at: National Inventory of Documentary Sources in the United States available from Chadwyck-Healey, Inc., 1021 Prince Street, Alexandria, Va. 22314.","The collection includes: correspondence and land records of Robert \"King\" Carter; correspondence and land records of his sons Robert Carter (1704-1731) and Landon Carter (1710-1778); correspondence, accounts, land records and the appointment to the Virginia Council of Robert Carter (1728-1804), son of Robert Carter (1704-1731); correspondence, diaries, land records and accounts of Robert Wormeley Carter (1734-1804), son of Landon Carter of Sabine Hall; and correspondence and land records and papers concerning the estate of Robert Carter's grandson, Landon Carter (1757-1820)."," The bulk of the collection consists of the papers of Robert Wormeley Carter (1792-1861) including his correspondence with Robley Dunglison, John Tyler, John Tayloe Lomax, Edmund Ruffin, Robert Young Conrad and members of the Tayloe family as well as his diaries and accounts arranged by subject. [Note: in May 2012, the diaries of Robert W. Carter (Subseries 6, Folder 91) were removed and catalogued as Rare Books].","Subjects covered in the collection include plantation life, horse-racing, real property, nineteenth-century Virginia politics, enslaved persons, and tobacco. In addition, there are miscellaneous eighteenth-century land and legal documents.","Also accessible on microfilm: Carter Papers, 1667-1862, in Swem Library's microforms area, 1 reel, call number HD1471 .U5 R43 ser.L Part 1.","2 items.","2 items.","3 items.","Note: This deed states that Robert Cary purchased the land from Charles Carter in 1746. Papers showing descent of title to a messuage, houses and four lots on Palace Street, Williamsburg, from Charles Carter to Philip Grymes: Robert Cary to Kenneth Mackenzie, 1746-1751.","Papers showing descent of title to a messuage, houses and four lots on Palace Street, Williamsburg, from Charles Carter to Philip Grymes: Robert Cary to Kenneth Mackenzie, 1746-1751.","5 items.","16 February 1788 and 25 February 1788 Two letters on same sheet.","Bill of lading for goods shipped from London to Charles Carter.","2 items.","12 items","7 items.","32 items","2 items.","61 items.","17 items.","Mutilated.","Draft of letter not sent.","Note: A memorandum by Landon Carter, dated 3 May 1778, appears on back of sheet.","44 items. Items are arranged alphabetically by last name.","Power of attorney, Elizabeth Beckwith to Col. George Eskridge. Power of attorney for relinquishing her right of dower in a tract of land in Richmond County.","Marmaduke Beckwith to Landon Carter. Lease of a tract of land in Richmond County.","28 items. Papers concerning quitrents of Landon Carter, payable to Lord Fairfax.","Appraisal of land in Richmond County lately belonging to Maj. Dennis McCarty, made by Robert Tomlin and William Dogges, at the request of Landon Carter.","Surveyor's plat of the dividing line between the land of Landon Carter and John Kent, made by William Garland.","Rough draft, written by Landon Carter, of a petition to the House of Burgesses regarding a proposed division of the counties of King George, Stafford, Richmond, and Westmoreland. (Counties of Virginia-Geography [1769]).","Mutilated. Notice concerning an enslaved person who escaped ('a runaway slave') belonging to Landon Carter.","Photostatic copy. An inventory of the estate of Landon Carter, deceased.","5 items. A list of papers of L[andon] C[arter], deceased, taken by Robert W. Carter.","Speech of Landon Carter to a grand-jury.","A statement to the public by Landon Carter, regarding measures taken by England for the raising of revenues in the American colonies. The statement is addressed to Purdie and Dixon, who were printers in Williamsburg, Virginia","Deposition of Landon Carter in a dispute, between Charles Carter of Corotoman and Robert Carter of Williamsburg, concerning possession of Corotoman estate.","Surveyor's plat of a tract of land called \"Ring's Quarter,\" in King and Queen County. Part of \"Ring's Quarter\" belonged to Mrs. Elizabeth Wormeley, whose daughter, Elizabeth, married Landon Carter.","Certificate of relinquishment of the dower rights of Nancy Jones, Wilks County, Georgia, to a tract of land in Northumberland County, Virginia, sold by her husband, Thomas Jones, to Landon Carter, Jr.","1,049 items.","48 items.","Copy.","Both letters are on the same page.","10 items.","3 items.","22 items.","725 items. Includes one bound volume.","276 items.","Armistead (Lewis) - Plat of a tract of land in Northumberland County made by Rawleigh Tapscott at the request of Lewis Armistead.","6 items. Beverley (Carter) - Papers relating to the dissatisfaction shown by Carter Beverley with Robert W. Carter's administration of the Landon Carter estate.","2 items.","2 items. Robert W. Carter, administrator of Carter (Landon) - Request that the Land Office in Richmond furnish a copy of a deed establishing the line between the lands of [?] Sydnor and Landon Carter, and the reply to this request.","49 items.","3 items.","Extract of a deed.","4 items. Suit in Fredericksburg.","Suit in Spotsylvania County.","Suit in Spotsylvania County.","Suit in Richmond District.","Copy.","6 items.","2 items. Suit in Richmond County.","Mutilated. Draft of a deed to a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"Juggs.\"","Deed to a third part of a tract of land in Richmond County called \"Juggs.\"","Draft of a deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.","Mutilated. Letter concerning a deed of trust given by Capt. Bramham and Peter Rust to Landon Carter.","6 items. Tayloe (William H.) - Dispute.","4 items. Charles Mason, guardian of - Thompson (Mary) v. Robert W. Carter, administrator of Landon Carter. Suit in Spotsylvania County.","Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"Hickory Thicket.\"","Suit in Spotsylvania County.","13 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858","Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.","18 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.","85 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.","2 items. Including plat.","10 items. Relating to the portion of Mary B. Carter, 1821-1841","50 items. Relating to the portion of Mary B. Carter, 1821-1841.","43 items.","43 items.","13 items. The majority of the items relate to the papers of Robert \"King\" Carter.","Dickenson (Elizabeth) - Certificate appointing Austin Brockenbrough her attorney for relinquishing her right of dower in a tract of land in Richmond County sold by her husband, Thomas Dickenson, to Robert Carter.","2 items. Garner (Vincent) - Surveyor's plat of a tract of land in Northumberland County, belonging to Vincent Garner, 1728, and an undated memorandum on the bounds of Vincent Garner's land patent.","Deed to a tract of land in Lancaster County, adjoining Col. Carter's land.","Mutilated. Deed to a house and lot in Williamsburg.","Suit in Williamsburg. Note: It is possible that this Robert Carter is not Robert \"King\" Carter, but his son, Robert Carter of Nomini.","Trust deed covering a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Coles Land.\"","Lease of a tract of land in Northumberland County.","Shropshire (St. John) - Re: recommending Richard Tankersly for a position.","John Palmer to David Ginnins [Jennings]. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.","Copy. Will of David Jennings, leaving his estate to Francis Bratton, whose daughter, Frances, afterwards married Enoch Hill. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.","2 items. Enoch Hill and Frances, his wife, to Robert Carter. Mortgage and deed to the same property, dated the same day. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.","6 items. The majority of the items relate to the papers of Robert Carter of Nomini (circa 1704-1731), son of Robert \"King\" Carter, and father of Robert \"Councillor\" Carter, of Nomini.","Letter concerning purchase of five tons of iron from Robert Carter.","2 items. Lease of a tract of land in Stafford County, 12 August 1729, and deed of sale covering the same tract of land, 13 August 1729.","2 items. Statement by John Warner concerning sale of 330 acres of land by John Savage to Robert Carter, 1730, and a cash receipt dated 1733.","103 items.","40 items.","60 items.","60 items.","3 items.","Quitclaim deed to a parcel of land on Palace Street, Williamsburg.","24 items.","4 items.","18 items, including 9 diary books (typed by CWI).","2 items. See also: Morton, Louis, \"Robert Wormeley Carter: Notes on the Life of a Virginia Planter,\" Journal of Southern History, vol. 12, pp. 345-365.","Deed to a lot in the city of Richmond.","44 items.","Copy.","Copy.","A memorandum by Robert W. Carter appears on the same sheet.","Copy","Copy","33 items.","Copy. [Robert W. Carter], at S[abine] Hall, [Richmond County], to St. L[eger] L. Carter. 3 July 1822, and [Robert W. Carter], at S[abine] Hall, [Richmond County], to St. L[eger] L. Carter. 28 July 1822.","Incomplete. Enclosure: [Charles Carter ?] to Mary B. Carter, at Sabine Hall, [Richmond County].","Receipt for payment for ticket in Grand National Lottery appears on same sheet.","Mutilated","Mutilated. Date is from postmark.","Mutilated.","46 items.","Date is from postmark.","Re: expulsion of J. A. Carter.","Copy.","Re: Final disposition of persons enslaved by RWC's mother's, referred to as 'Negroes.'","50 items.","Copy. Re: Favors J. Q. Adams over Gen. Jackson in the election.","Re: Opposed to doctrines of Adam's first message/ objections to Jackson listed.","Re: His support of Gen. Jackson as the least evil of the two.","Date is from postmark.","Re: Urging RWC to run for the Senate.","Re: Says RWC will do well in his district.","Re: On RWC's chances in the election.","Copy of contract between John Dickinson, assignee of Mackenzie Beverly, and William B. Beverly, agent of Robert Beverly, on same sheet.","Re: The death of RWC's brother Landon.","Re: RWC's sister requesting him to buy Betty at the sale of persons, enslaved by their brother.","Re: Urging him not to resign his seat.","Postmarked Spotted Ville [Stafford County]. Includes a statement of account written by Robert W. Carter.","38 items.","Re: Louis Tyre, a free man of color who would put C's mill in operation.","Two letters written on the same page.","A letter recommending Lewis Tyre as a workman, signed by D. Green, [?], and John McMahon, appears on the same sheet.","Postscript written by D. Green.","Re: Attacks on him in the Enquerer. Comments on S. Carolina's position/fear of \"anarchy if not civil war will prevail.\"","Re: Castings for saw mill.","Re: Telling RWC to electioneer if he would secure the prize \"which is scarcely worth the contest.\"","A note drawn by Robert W. Carter, 8 March 1833, appears on same sheet.","Re: The sale of Spencer (an enslaved person) ($150) \"he shall be treated with the utmost kindness ...\"","Printed circular letter.","Postmarked Washington.","Re: The President and the bank deposits/ Mentions Wallace who may turn into a \"negro driver.\"","Re: Family News.","41 items.","Re: Inquiring about his chances as a candidate for Brig. Gen. in the Regt./lists his military experience.","Re: Marriage Plans.","Re: Replies to RWC's 2 January 1834 letter.","Re: The election of Aylett as Brig. Gen.","Re: Plans to announce his candidacy for the seat in the legislature representing Richmond and Lancaster Counties.","Copy. Re: Resignation as Col. of 41st Regiment.","Re: Dr. Emanuel's proposed candidacy for House of Delegates.","Re: Alternate representation from the two counties, comments on Jackson's \"great and glorious achievements\", then lost confidence in him; supports Leigh for U. S. Senator.","Date is from postmark.","Re: The boat he bought in July.","Re: Doctor's report on Lizzie.","Re: The best route for supplying the F. R. to subscribers in the Northern Neck.","Re: the \"Torrent that is rushing on respecting Slavery ...\"","Re: Military career of her brother General Armistead.","Re: Banking.","Mutilated","Mutilated","36 items.","Re: RWC's candidacy in next legislature.","Re: Why he may not vote for RWC.","Virginia Tayloe is a sister of RWC.","24 items.","Re: Fire at RWC's house.","Enclosure: One Account.","Elizabeth Carter is Col. Robert W. Carter's daughter.","Mutilated.","Rebecca Dulaney is Col. [Robert] W. Carter's niece.","Two letters written on the same page.","Copy.","36 items.","Re: Bill regarding the \"discipline of our slaves on this vexed Border\" (D.C.).","Re: Annexation of Hardy Co.","Copy.","Copy.","Note: Statements by a sporting court in regard to sweepstakes at Fairfield appear on same sheet.","Two letters written on the same page.","Re: Divorce proceedings.","2 item, both consisting of two letters written on the same page.","Incomplete.","36 items.","Two letters written on the same page.","Note: Describes inauguration parade of President W. H. Harrison.","Elizabeth Landon Carter is Col. Robert W. Carter's daughter.","Postmarked Washington.","31 items.","Re: Sale of RWC's cotton stock.","[Copy].","Note: This letter concerns the newly-invented McCormick Reaper.","2 Enclosures: A sheet giving speed records of certain horses, 1802-1823, and a newspaper clipping concerning the Mount Vernon Races, 1842.","Postmarked Lancaster Court House.","64 items.","Postmarked Farnham, Virginia","Re: The colt is in fine condition.","Two letters written on one page.","Re: Whig Party Notice.","Re: Going to nominate RWC as Whig candidate.","Re: Political remarks.","Postmarked Farnham, Virginia","Postmarked Kilmarnock, Virginia","Mutilated.","[Letter requesting Col. Carter to deliver a Fourth of July oration at a place not specified].","Postmarked Litwalton, [Lancaster County], Virginia","Copy.","Note: A statement of account appears on the same sheet.","60 items.","Note: Mention is made of the burning of Mt. Airy.","Note: A statement is added to the letter showing mortgages given by John Critcher to various persons.","Mutilated.","Note: Reference is made to the burning of Mount Airy. Enclosure: A copy of a court order giving nominations for sheriff of Richmond County. 1844.","Mutilated.","Two drafts of a letter.","Postscript by Maria G. Braxton.","Accompanying remarks by Robert W. Carter.","Forwarded to Warsaw.","Original letter and duplicate. The duplicate is addressed to Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia.","Printed circular letter.","36 items.","Copy.","Date is from postmark.","Copy.","Two letters written on the same page: William H. Tayloe, at Mount Airy, [Richmond County], to Col. Robert W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, 6 November 1846. O. P. Hare, at Richmond, to William H. Tayloe, 1 January 1846.","45 items.","Copy.","Printed Circular.","Note: This letter is written on a printed circular of Mrs. Mary L. Eliason's Boarding and Day School for Young Ladies, Alexandria, Virginia.","49 items.","Printed circular letter.","Note: An account is added to this letter.","Note: Robert W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.","Two letters written on one page: E. McG. Tidball, at Waterloo, to Col. R. W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, near Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia, 6 October 1848. L. G. Tidball to [R. W. Carter], undated.","Enclosure: Clipping from the National Intelligencer and Southern Churchman offering for sale an estate in Fairfax County called Vaucluse.","Note: This letter contains comments on the California gold fever.","39 items.","Note: Robert W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.","Enclosure: R. A. Claybrook, at Piedmont, to Eustace Conway. 18 May 1849.","Note: This letter contains two prescriptions and a bill for medical services. Date is from the postmark.","59 items.","2 Copies.","Enclosure: T. Reavis, at Gainesville, to E. Conway, at Richmond, Virginia 14 February 1850.","Copy.","Enclosure: Receipt for subscription to \"American Farmer.\"","64 items.","Copy.","Mutilated.","Two letters written on one page.","Draft. Draft of a statement concerning the resignation of Rev. William N. Ward as Rector of Lunenburg Parish. Note: The draft is in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter.","38 items.","Copy.","Copy.","Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Printed circular letter.","Mutilated.","1 item,","Copy.","Two letters written on the same page: Gordon Forbes, at Sandy Point, to Col. R. W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, 17 October 1854. Robert W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, to Daingerfield Belfield, at Belle Brant, 10 November 1854.","Copy.","Copy.","Mutilated.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Note: A statement of account is added to this letter.","Enclosure: An extract from the Report of the Executive Committee of the Rappahannock River Agricultural Society.","Enclosure: Certificate of election of Robert W. Carter as a lay delegate to the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Virginia.","Postmarked Upperville, Virginia.","Copy.","Note: A copy of Col. R. W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.","Copy.","Two letters written on the same page: William T. Harris, at Warsaw, to Col. Carter, 24 Feb 1857. R. W. C[arter] to [William T. Harris], 6 March 1857.","Enclosure: Account of E. T. Tayloe with Robert W. Carter, 1853-1854.","Copy.","Enclosure: Copy of a letter written by Elias Harroll, an enslaved person, to a (black) friend.","Date is from postmark.","Copy.","Enclosure: C[harles] C[arter] Lee, at Richmond, to Col. R. W. Carter, 1 January 1859.","Enclosure: A sample of merino wool.","Enclosure: Printed circular letter from R. T. Daniel, chairman, State Central Committee, Richmond, Virginia, 23 February 1859.","Mutilated.","Copy.","Illegible.","Enclosure: John Bulger to [William Wirt], undated.","Note: This letter is written on a printed circular advertising hogs.","Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Enclosure: A list of enslaved person showing ages and 'value.'","Mutilated","Two letters written on the same page.","2 items.","2 items.","3 items.","3 items.","3 items.","Two letters written on the same page.","A note written by H. W[ellford] to Robert W. Carter appears on the cover of this letter.","Incomplete.","3 items. Two mutilated drafts of a letter.","An unfinished draft of a letter.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Draft of letter.","Copy, Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Note: This letter is written on a printed circular advertising the business of William A. Jackson.","Note: A poem in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter appears on the back of this letter.","5 letters.","5 letters.","5 letters.","5 letters.","5 letters.","Mutilated.","Mutilated. Postmarked Tappahannock.","Note: A form of application for divorce in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, appears on the same sheet.","2 items.","Mutilated.","Postmarked Petersburg, Virginia.","Letter invites Robert W. Carter to speak in a political debate.","Enclosure: Cut of a corn drill.","Note: A memorandum in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter appears on the back of this letter.","Postmarked Washington, D.C.","Postmarked Washington, D.C.","Postmarked Washington, D.C.","Copy of second letter.","2 letters.","2 letters.","Mutilated. Postmarked Gordonsville.","Postmarked Kilmarnock, Virginia.","Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Folder 51-35: 103 items, including 11 cash books.","Folders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.","Folders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.","Folders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.","191 items.","14 items.","176 items.","46 items.","30 items.","8 items.","8 items.","Folders 56 and 57 combined contain 478 items: (78) Letters (1829-1858), (395) Checks (1825-1854), (2) Bank Books (1825-1854) and (3) Statements (1837-1854).","Folders 56 and 57 combined contain 478 items: (78) Letters (1829-1858), (395) Checks (1825-1854), (2) Bank Books (1825-1854) and (3) Statements (1837-1854).","8 items.","3 items.","5 items.","19 items.","17 items.","105 items.","105 items.","23 items.","23 items.","207 items.","207 items.","137 items. Bills and receipts. Arranged by locality.","3 items.","2 items.","4 items.","2 items.","2 items.","14 items.","10 items.","4 items.","4 items.","66 items. Eight items include levies for the repair of Totuskey Large Bridge, 1841, and Totuskey Little Bridge, 1851.","4 items.","6 items.","8 items.","3 items.","100 items.","148 items.","Memorandum sent by J. S. Wellford to Robert W. Carter.","238 items.","20 items.","368 items.","13 items.","166 items.","189 items. Arranged alphabetically.","5 items.","5 items.","26 items.","3 items.","6 items.","8 items.","15 items.","15 items. This includes the Report of the Investigating Committee to the stockholders, 1855.","3 items.","8 items.","58 items.","27 items.","10 items.","7 items.","7 items.","5 items.","5 items.","46 items.","46 items.","1,246 items.","32 items.","66 items.","159 items.","126 items.","33 items.","28 items.","38 items, including one memorandum book.","89 items.","56 items.","44 items. Accounts dealing with enslaved persons ('Negroes'), 1813-1861. 123 items.","208 items. Arranged by alphabetical order by last name.","28 items.","5 items.","7 items.","22 items.","13 items.","16 items.","18 items.","6 items.","12 items.","20 items.","11 items.","15 items.","28 items.","6 items.","7 items.","288 items.","39 items.","39 items.","8 items.","8 items.","75 items. Accounts and correspondence concerning alterations and improvements.","75 items. Accounts and correspondence concerning alterations and improvements.","9 items.","9 items.","97 items. See also Folder 82.","97 items. See also Folder 82.","79 items.","79 items.","221 items.","10 items.","3 items.","10 items.","3 items.","46 items.","24 items.","6 items.","3 items.","2 items.","3 items.","13 items.","13 items.","Arranged by last name.","Notice directing Robert W. Carter to attend, at Lancaster Court House, the trial of Thomas Armstrong, captain of artillery attached to the 92nd Regiment, Virginia Militia.","Joseph F. Harvey and David B. Taylor, administrators of Bailey (Robert) et al. vs. Robert W. Carter. Suit in Westmoreland County.","Trust deed covering a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Bushfield,\" to secure a debt due Robert W. Carter.","2 items. Deed to a lot of land in the village of Warsaw, 1834, and deed of Edwin Waller and wife conveying the same property to Harmanus Boggs.","Deed to a lot of land in Richmond County near the court house.","53 items. Agreements with overseers, 1815-1854, 24 pieces; and letters from overseers, 1825-1860. 29 items.","3 items. Agreements for rental of his tract of land in Richmond County, known as \"The Distillery.\"","2 items. Letters concerning soldier's claims of Robert W. Carter.","2 items. E.B. Stephens for Carter (Robert W.) vs. Daniel Atwill.","Carter (Robert W.) vs. John Bailey's administrators, 1841-1857. 13 items. And a list of suits brought in Westmoreland County by Robert W. Carter against John Critcher and others to secure debts of John Bailey and of Robert Bailey who was one of the administrators of John Bailey. 1851. 3 items.","4 items.","2 items.","2 items.","4 items.","2 items. Agreement regarding sale to Robert W. Carter of one half of the schooner Sally Eleanor, 1842, and an account of Robert W. Carter with Griffin Garner. 1844.","2 items.","Memo. Deeds of trust to ( ) Conway et al, and to ( ) Pendleton, for ( ) Claybrooke.","Agreement with Robert W. Carter regarding the purchase of a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Louisville.\"","Certificate granting to Robert W. Carter the right to use an improved bee-hive patented by William M. Hall of Wallingford, Conn.","Memo. Robert W. Carter for Lamkin (J.L.) vs. Thomas S. Waugh et al. Three suits in Charles City County.","Writ to compel them to lay certain levies for a public road and landing.","Memo. Agreement with Robert W. Carter concerning the taking of depositions in a certain suit in Spotsylvania County.","Suit in Richmond County for amount due him under a trust deed from Jeffries \u0026 Oldham to W.Y. Sturman, trustee for Robert W. Carter.","7 items. Trust deed covering his interest in a house and lot in Fredericksburg, and other papers relating thereto.","2 items. Two trust deeds covering ensaved persons.","Letter from R.E. Scott to Robert W. Carter, who is interested in the suit, giving a financial statement of the case.","Trust deed covering a tract of land in Richmond County.","2 items. William L. Claybrooke and Thomas Jones, Jr., trustees of Sydnor (R.B.) vs. Elizabeth Edwards et al [including Robert W. Carter]. Suit in Richmond County.","Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland and Lancaster Counties.","Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.","Deed of a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"The Distillery.\"","Trust deed covering a lot in the City of Richmond.","8 items. Suit in Stafford County.","79 items.","17 items.","4 items.","14 items. This group consists chiefly of printed circular letters.","30 items.","14 items.","29 items.","14 items.","Copy.","2 items. Mutilated.","Printed Pamphlet.","Copy of a resolution requesting that the delegates representing Richmond County use their influence to have a law passed by the General Assembly separating the funds of Lunenburg and Farnham parishes, Richmond County, and appointing separate boards to manage each fund. Signed by Moore F. Brockenbrough and others.","Signed by Daniel Garland and others.","12 items.","Date of report not given.","3 items.","2 items.","31 items.","20 items.","2 items.","3 items.","5 items.","7 booklets. The diaries for 1836, 1838, 1844, 1846, and 1859 are written in printed almanacs.","18 items. Robert W. Carter, and Enoch Mason, were the joint administrators of John Mason. This subseries includes accounts, such as 17 bills for court fees and 1 letter concerning fees.","86 items.","56 items. Including a letter from Thomas D. Mutter to Robert W. Carter, 13 Aug 1824, concerning the impending visit of the Marquis De La Fayette to Fredericksburg.","25 items.","2 items. Suit in the City of Richmond.","Suit in the Superior Court of Chancery for the Richmond District.","2 items. Reports of progress at Llangollen School, 1825, and at Hampden Sydney College, 1826.","Folders 94-100: 449 items total. (Letters in folders 94-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 243 items. Accounts in folders 97-99 date from 1814-1850 and total 196 items. Legal papers in folder 100 consist of 10 items. )","49 items.","9 items. Letters concern enslaved persons ('slaves') at the Tomlin estate sold to Henry Lewis.","14 items.","26 items.","Letters in folders 95-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 194 items.","Letters in folders 95-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 194 items.","Accounts in folders 97-98 date from 1814-1850 and total 145 items.","Accounts in folders 97-98 date from 1814-1850 and total 145 items.","51 items.","30 items.","21 items.","10 items.","4 items. Suit in Richmond County, Virginia.","Suit in Madison Parish, Louisiana.","Suit in Richmond County, Virginia.","Suit in Richmond County.","Agreement concerning the settlement of a debt.","2 items. Trust deed, covering a tract of land in Northumberland County, called \"Clifton.\"","46 items.","4 items.","56 items. Including the suit, Robert W. Carter vs. Benjamin O. Tayloe et al.","51 items. Items arranged chronologically.","Note: The reply appears on back of sheet","Copy.","Date is from postmark.","Copy.","Copy.","Date is from postmark.","Mutilated.","Copy.","79 items, in part copies. Items are divided into two time periods, 1669-1789 and 1823-1854, and within the dateranges, alphabetically.","30 items. The papers are arranged alphabetically .","Samuel Baley to Marmaduke Beckwith. Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.","Certificate signed by John Smith and William Brockenbrough stating that Elizabeth Beale has given her assent to a deed executed by her husband, John Beale.","Copy. Copy of will of John Brothwaite, of Rappahannock County.","John Dudley and wife to Henry Curtis. Deed to 150 acres of land in Great Wicomico Parish, Northumberland County.","John Dudley and wife to Thomas Curtis. Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland County. Note: A deed of George Curtis, dated 9 June 1702, granting to William Lister his interest in this property, appears on back of sheet.","Robert Dudley to Richard Farrell. Acknowledgment of debt. Note: A statement by Richard Farrell, assigning all his right in this bond to John Dudley, appears on back of sheet.","Refusal of Griffin Fauntleroy to give possession of John Lloyd's estate in Richmond County to Daniel McCarty.","Henry Graves and wife to Richard Graves. Deed to 450 acres of land in Bruton Parish, York County.","William Jones to Peter Coutanceau. Deed to 592 acres of land in Northumberland County.","Plat of land in James City County, bought of Keeling by John Dixon.","Certificate of the publishing of Maj. Dennis McCarty's intention to dock the entail of his lands in Richmond County.","William McConnell and wife to [unknown] Lack. Fragment of a deed to a lot in an unidentified town in Rowan County, North Carolina.","Statement of Sarah Minor, appointing Thomas Batchelor her attorney for relinquishing her dower rights in a tract of land leased by her husband, John Minor, to John Champ.","2 items. John Palmer to Edward Fielding. Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland County, 19 March 1678/9, and a copy of the deed.","2 items. Surveyor's plats of land in Northumberland County sold by Walter Pavey to John Rice.","5 items. Papers concerning descent of title to a tract of land in Richmond County from Walter Pavey to Daniel McCarty.","Webley Pavey to Daniel McCarty. Trust deed covering a tract of land in Richmond County.","Surveyor's plat of a tract of land in Richmond County, surveyed by William Garland for Charles Sallard.","Mary Simpson to William [?]. Bond.","Copy of bill of James Davenport, clerk of court, against Daniel Morgan, executor, for proving and recording the will of Mary Stone.","Thomas Trice vs. Francis Moreland et al. Suit in Orange County, North Carolina.","Declaration of the Council and Burgesses of the Colony of Virginia to the King, requesting the reenactment of ten laws repealed by the King, and expressing gratitude for his approval of fifty-seven acts passed by the Burgesses.","Copy. Mattram Wright to Thomas Lloyd. Fifteen-year lease of a plantation in Richmond County.","Mutilated. [?] to Richard Lee. Quitrent agreement concerning 904 acres of land in Great Wiccomocoe Parish, Northumberland County.","49 items. The papers are arranged alphabetically by subject matter or last name.","2 items. Certificates of lunacy of Carter B. Berkley, signed by the Visitors of the City Hospital, Baltimore, and by two physicians.","3 items. Resolutions by the board of directors of the Old Dominion Steam Boat Company on the occasion of the death of John Chowning.","Soldiers Claim of Randall or Randolph Clark.","Subscription list for a dinner to be given at the Eagle Hotel in honor of Henry Clay and G.M. Bibb.","A paper by an unidentified person proposing that only one commissioner be appointed to each superior court of chancery.","A description of the author Charles Dickens.","Memorandum giving dates of the Fairfield races.","Two sketches of unidentified grave markers, on one sheet.","Certificate of appointment of Samuel Lyell as postmaster at Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia.","9 items.","Memorandum book.","Memorandum book.","memorandum book.","11 items. Data on the oyster industry in Virginia.","Appeal to the judges of an unidentified court for protection.","7 items.","2 items.","3 items.","27 items.","27 items.","3 items.","Pamphlet.","Pamphlet. Delivered in the House of Representatives.","10 items.","12 items.","13 items.","64 items","55 items.","9 items.","In May 2012, the diaries of Robert W. Carter (Subseries 6, Folder 91: Diaries of Robert W. Carter) were removed from the Carter Family Papers and catalogued as Rare Books under: AY 326.R5 W3 1836 AY 326.R5 W3 1844 AY 326.R5 W3 1846 AY 35.R5 C6 1838 AY 35.R5 C6 1859","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Carter, Robert  (\"King\"), 1663-1732","Tyler, John, 1790-1862","English"],"unitid_tesim":["Mss. 39.1 C24","/repositories/2/resources/9246"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Carter Family Papers"],"collection_title_tesim":["Carter Family Papers"],"collection_ssim":["Carter Family Papers"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"geogname_ssm":["Virginia--Politics and Government--18th century","Virginia--Politics and Government--19th century"],"geogname_ssim":["Virginia--Politics and Government--18th century","Virginia--Politics and Government--19th century"],"creator_ssm":["Carter, Robert  (\"King\"), 1663-1732","Tyler, John, 1790-1862"],"creator_ssim":["Carter, Robert  (\"King\"), 1663-1732","Tyler, John, 1790-1862"],"creator_persname_ssim":["Carter, Robert  (\"King\"), 1663-1732","Tyler, John, 1790-1862"],"creators_ssim":["Carter, Robert  (\"King\"), 1663-1732","Tyler, John, 1790-1862"],"places_ssim":["Virginia--Politics and Government--18th century","Virginia--Politics and Government--19th century"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"acqinfo_ssim":["Purchased: 8,602 items 12/31/1935; 2 items in November 1938."],"access_subjects_ssim":["Agriculture--Virginia--History--18th century","Horse racing--Virginia","Legal documents","Plantation life--Virginia","Slavery--Virginia--18th century","Slavery--Virginia--19th century","Tobacco--Virginia--History--18th century","Tobacco--Virginia--History--19th century","United States--Politics and Government","Correspondence","Diaries","Financial records","Receipts (financial records)"],"access_subjects_ssm":["Agriculture--Virginia--History--18th century","Horse racing--Virginia","Legal documents","Plantation life--Virginia","Slavery--Virginia--18th century","Slavery--Virginia--19th century","Tobacco--Virginia--History--18th century","Tobacco--Virginia--History--19th century","United States--Politics and Government","Correspondence","Diaries","Financial records","Receipts (financial records)"],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"extent_ssm":["8609.00 Items 28 Century Boxes"],"extent_tesim":["8609.00 Items 28 Century Boxes"],"genreform_ssim":["Correspondence","Diaries","Financial records","Receipts (financial records)"],"date_range_isim":[1667,1668,1669,1670,1671,1672,1673,1674,1675,1676,1677,1678,1679,1680,1681,1682,1683,1684,1685,1686,1687,1688,1689,1690,1691,1692,1693,1694,1695,1696,1697,1698,1699,1700,1701,1702,1703,1704,1705,1706,1707,1708,1709,1710,1711,1712,1713,1714,1715,1716,1717,1718,1719,1720,1721,1722,1723,1724,1725,1726,1727,1728,1729,1730,1731,1732,1733,1734,1735,1736,1737,1738,1739,1740,1741,1742,1743,1744,1745,1746,1747,1748,1749,1750,1751,1752,1753,1754,1755,1756,1757,1758,1759,1760,1761,1762,1763,1764,1765,1766,1767,1768,1769,1770,1771,1772,1773,1774,1775,1776,1777,1778,1779,1780,1781,1782,1783,1784,1785,1786,1787,1788,1789,1790,1791,1792,1793,1794,1795,1796,1797,1798,1799,1800,1801,1802,1803,1804,1805,1806,1807,1808,1809,1810,1811,1812,1813,1814,1815,1816,1817,1818,1819,1820,1821,1822,1823,1824,1825,1826,1827,1828,1829,1830,1831,1832,1833,1834,1835,1836,1837,1838,1839,1840,1841,1842,1843,1844,1845,1846,1847,1848,1849,1850,1851,1852,1853,1854,1855,1856,1857,1858,1859,1860,1861,1862],"accessrestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCollection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access:"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eArrangement: All papers which could be definitely identified with a person of some importance are grouped under the name of that person. These groups are arranged by alphabetical order. Persons of the same name are distinguished by dates of birth and death, or by their relationship to other persons whose dates are known.The general files (Folder 103-109) are placed after this alphabetical series (Folders 1-102). These files are separated into categories using appropriate classifications. Letters and papers belonging to estates, suits, etc., are filed with their respective groups. Likewise other letters and papers are listed either in the alphabetically arranged groups mentioned above, or in the general files.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Organization: This collection is organized into the following series and subserie:\n Series 1: People Files, Subseries are: Carter, Miss; Carter, (Miss C.); Carter (Charles) of Cleve, 1707-1764; Carter (Charles) of Shirley, 1732-1806; Carter (Elizabeth) [wife of Landon Carter, 1710-1778]; Carter (Elizabeth) [daughter of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861] ; Carter (Elizabeth L.) [sister of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861]; Carter (George) [son of Robert \"Councillor\" Carter]; Carter (George B.) estate; Carter (John Armistead) guardianship; Carter (Kate); Carter (Landon) 1710-1778 ;Carter (Landon, Jr.) [son of Landon Carter, 1710-1778]; Carter (Landon) 1756-1820, estate; Carter (Landon, Jr.) [half-brother of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861] ;Carter (Robert \"King\") 1663-1732; Carter (Robert) of Nomini, born c. 1704, died 1731; Carter (Robert \"Councillor\") of Nomini, 1728-1804; Carter (Robert Wormeley) 1734-1797 ; Carter (Robert W.) 1792-1861; Carter (Robert W.) 1792-1861 ; Tayloe (John) estate.       \nSeries 2: General files. Subseries: Accounts, invoices, receipts; Letters; Other papers; Printed matter; Unidentified pieces and fragments; Labels, covers and envelopes\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Arrangement"],"arrangement_tesim":["Arrangement: All papers which could be definitely identified with a person of some importance are grouped under the name of that person. These groups are arranged by alphabetical order. Persons of the same name are distinguished by dates of birth and death, or by their relationship to other persons whose dates are known.The general files (Folder 103-109) are placed after this alphabetical series (Folders 1-102). These files are separated into categories using appropriate classifications. Letters and papers belonging to estates, suits, etc., are filed with their respective groups. Likewise other letters and papers are listed either in the alphabetically arranged groups mentioned above, or in the general files."," Organization: This collection is organized into the following series and subserie:\n Series 1: People Files, Subseries are: Carter, Miss; Carter, (Miss C.); Carter (Charles) of Cleve, 1707-1764; Carter (Charles) of Shirley, 1732-1806; Carter (Elizabeth) [wife of Landon Carter, 1710-1778]; Carter (Elizabeth) [daughter of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861] ; Carter (Elizabeth L.) [sister of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861]; Carter (George) [son of Robert \"Councillor\" Carter]; Carter (George B.) estate; Carter (John Armistead) guardianship; Carter (Kate); Carter (Landon) 1710-1778 ;Carter (Landon, Jr.) [son of Landon Carter, 1710-1778]; Carter (Landon) 1756-1820, estate; Carter (Landon, Jr.) [half-brother of Robert W. Carter, 1792-1861] ;Carter (Robert \"King\") 1663-1732; Carter (Robert) of Nomini, born c. 1704, died 1731; Carter (Robert \"Councillor\") of Nomini, 1728-1804; Carter (Robert Wormeley) 1734-1797 ; Carter (Robert W.) 1792-1861; Carter (Robert W.) 1792-1861 ; Tayloe (John) estate.       \nSeries 2: General files. Subseries: Accounts, invoices, receipts; Letters; Other papers; Printed matter; Unidentified pieces and fragments; Labels, covers and envelopes"],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eRobert \"King\" Carter (1663-1732) was a colonial official and landholder (300,000 acres). His sons were Robert Carter (1704-1731) and Landon Carter (1710-1778) of \"Sabine Hall.\" Grandsons of Robert Carter included Robert \"Councillor\" Carter (1728-1804) of \"Nomini\" and Robert Wormeley Carter (1734-1797).\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Family History:"],"bioghist_tesim":["Robert \"King\" Carter (1663-1732) was a colonial official and landholder (300,000 acres). His sons were Robert Carter (1704-1731) and Landon Carter (1710-1778) of \"Sabine Hall.\" Grandsons of Robert Carter included Robert \"Councillor\" Carter (1728-1804) of \"Nomini\" and Robert Wormeley Carter (1734-1797)."],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eOther Information:\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00031.frame\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["General"],"odd_tesim":["Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00031.frame"],"phystech_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eWhen available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.\u003c/p\u003e"],"phystech_heading_ssm":["Physical Characteristics or Technical Requirements:"],"phystech_tesim":["When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCarter Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Carter Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis current finding aid is also available in the microfilm format at the Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. An additional index can be found at: National Inventory of Documentary Sources in the United States available from Chadwyck-Healey, Inc., 1021 Prince Street, Alexandria, Va. 22314.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["This current finding aid is also available in the microfilm format at the Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. An additional index can be found at: National Inventory of Documentary Sources in the United States available from Chadwyck-Healey, Inc., 1021 Prince Street, Alexandria, Va. 22314."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes: correspondence and land records of Robert \"King\" Carter; correspondence and land records of his sons Robert Carter (1704-1731) and Landon Carter (1710-1778); correspondence, accounts, land records and the appointment to the Virginia Council of Robert Carter (1728-1804), son of Robert Carter (1704-1731); correspondence, diaries, land records and accounts of Robert Wormeley Carter (1734-1804), son of Landon Carter of Sabine Hall; and correspondence and land records and papers concerning the estate of Robert Carter's grandson, Landon Carter (1757-1820).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e The bulk of the collection consists of the papers of Robert Wormeley Carter (1792-1861) including his correspondence with Robley Dunglison, John Tyler, John Tayloe Lomax, Edmund Ruffin, Robert Young Conrad and members of the Tayloe family as well as his diaries and accounts arranged by subject. [Note: in May 2012, the diaries of Robert W. Carter (Subseries 6, Folder 91) were removed and catalogued as Rare Books].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSubjects covered in the collection include plantation life, horse-racing, real property, nineteenth-century Virginia politics, enslaved persons, and tobacco. In addition, there are miscellaneous eighteenth-century land and legal documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso accessible on microfilm: Carter Papers, 1667-1862, in Swem Library's microforms area, 1 reel, call number HD1471 .U5 R43 ser.L Part 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This deed states that Robert Cary purchased the land from Charles Carter in 1746. Papers showing descent of title to a messuage, houses and four lots on Palace Street, Williamsburg, from Charles Carter to Philip Grymes: Robert Cary to Kenneth Mackenzie, 1746-1751.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePapers showing descent of title to a messuage, houses and four lots on Palace Street, Williamsburg, from Charles Carter to Philip Grymes: Robert Cary to Kenneth Mackenzie, 1746-1751.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e16 February 1788 and 25 February 1788 Two letters on same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of lading for goods shipped from London to Charles Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 items\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e32 items\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e61 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e17 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter not sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A memorandum by Landon Carter, dated 3 May 1778, appears on back of sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e44 items. Items are arranged alphabetically by last name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePower of attorney, Elizabeth Beckwith to Col. George Eskridge. Power of attorney for relinquishing her right of dower in a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarmaduke Beckwith to Landon Carter. Lease of a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 items. Papers concerning quitrents of Landon Carter, payable to Lord Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppraisal of land in Richmond County lately belonging to Maj. Dennis McCarty, made by Robert Tomlin and William Dogges, at the request of Landon Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveyor's plat of the dividing line between the land of Landon Carter and John Kent, made by William Garland.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough draft, written by Landon Carter, of a petition to the House of Burgesses regarding a proposed division of the counties of King George, Stafford, Richmond, and Westmoreland. (Counties of Virginia-Geography [1769]).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Notice concerning an enslaved person who escaped ('a runaway slave') belonging to Landon Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotostatic copy. An inventory of the estate of Landon Carter, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items. A list of papers of L[andon] C[arter], deceased, taken by Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeech of Landon Carter to a grand-jury.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA statement to the public by Landon Carter, regarding measures taken by England for the raising of revenues in the American colonies. The statement is addressed to Purdie and Dixon, who were printers in Williamsburg, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition of Landon Carter in a dispute, between Charles Carter of Corotoman and Robert Carter of Williamsburg, concerning possession of Corotoman estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveyor's plat of a tract of land called \"Ring's Quarter,\" in King and Queen County. Part of \"Ring's Quarter\" belonged to Mrs. Elizabeth Wormeley, whose daughter, Elizabeth, married Landon Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of relinquishment of the dower rights of Nancy Jones, Wilks County, Georgia, to a tract of land in Northumberland County, Virginia, sold by her husband, Thomas Jones, to Landon Carter, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1,049 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e48 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoth letters are on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e725 items. Includes one bound volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e276 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArmistead (Lewis) - Plat of a tract of land in Northumberland County made by Rawleigh Tapscott at the request of Lewis Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items. Beverley (Carter) - Papers relating to the dissatisfaction shown by Carter Beverley with Robert W. Carter's administration of the Landon Carter estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Robert W. Carter, administrator of Carter (Landon) - Request that the Land Office in Richmond furnish a copy of a deed establishing the line between the lands of [?] Sydnor and Landon Carter, and the reply to this request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e49 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtract of a deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items. Suit in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Spotsylvania County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Spotsylvania County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Richmond District.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Suit in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Draft of a deed to a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"Juggs.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a third part of a tract of land in Richmond County called \"Juggs.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of a deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Letter concerning a deed of trust given by Capt. Bramham and Peter Rust to Landon Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items. Tayloe (William H.) - Dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items. Charles Mason, guardian of - Thompson (Mary) v. Robert W. Carter, administrator of Landon Carter. Suit in Spotsylvania County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"Hickory Thicket.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Spotsylvania County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e18 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e85 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Including plat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items. Relating to the portion of Mary B. Carter, 1821-1841\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e50 items. Relating to the portion of Mary B. Carter, 1821-1841.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e43 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e43 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 items. The majority of the items relate to the papers of Robert \"King\" Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDickenson (Elizabeth) - Certificate appointing Austin Brockenbrough her attorney for relinquishing her right of dower in a tract of land in Richmond County sold by her husband, Thomas Dickenson, to Robert Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Garner (Vincent) - Surveyor's plat of a tract of land in Northumberland County, belonging to Vincent Garner, 1728, and an undated memorandum on the bounds of Vincent Garner's land patent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a tract of land in Lancaster County, adjoining Col. Carter's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Deed to a house and lot in Williamsburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Williamsburg. Note: It is possible that this Robert Carter is not Robert \"King\" Carter, but his son, Robert Carter of Nomini.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrust deed covering a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Coles Land.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLease of a tract of land in Northumberland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShropshire (St. John) - Re: recommending Richard Tankersly for a position.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Palmer to David Ginnins [Jennings]. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Will of David Jennings, leaving his estate to Francis Bratton, whose daughter, Frances, afterwards married Enoch Hill. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Enoch Hill and Frances, his wife, to Robert Carter. Mortgage and deed to the same property, dated the same day. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items. The majority of the items relate to the papers of Robert Carter of Nomini (circa 1704-1731), son of Robert \"King\" Carter, and father of Robert \"Councillor\" Carter, of Nomini.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning purchase of five tons of iron from Robert Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Lease of a tract of land in Stafford County, 12 August 1729, and deed of sale covering the same tract of land, 13 August 1729.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Statement by John Warner concerning sale of 330 acres of land by John Savage to Robert Carter, 1730, and a cash receipt dated 1733.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e103 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e40 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e60 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e60 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuitclaim deed to a parcel of land on Palace Street, Williamsburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e24 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e18 items, including 9 diary books (typed by CWI).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. See also: Morton, Louis, \"Robert Wormeley Carter: Notes on the Life of a Virginia Planter,\" Journal of Southern History, vol. 12, pp. 345-365.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a lot in the city of Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e44 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA memorandum by Robert W. Carter appears on the same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e33 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. [Robert W. Carter], at S[abine] Hall, [Richmond County], to St. L[eger] L. Carter. 3 July 1822, and [Robert W. Carter], at S[abine] Hall, [Richmond County], to St. L[eger] L. Carter. 28 July 1822.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete. Enclosure: [Charles Carter ?] to Mary B. Carter, at Sabine Hall, [Richmond County].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for payment for ticket in Grand National Lottery appears on same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Date is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e46 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: expulsion of J. A. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Final disposition of persons enslaved by RWC's mother's, referred to as 'Negroes.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e50 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re: Favors J. Q. Adams over Gen. Jackson in the election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Opposed to doctrines of Adam's first message/ objections to Jackson listed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: His support of Gen. Jackson as the least evil of the two.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Urging RWC to run for the Senate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Says RWC will do well in his district.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: On RWC's chances in the election.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of contract between John Dickinson, assignee of Mackenzie Beverly, and William B. Beverly, agent of Robert Beverly, on same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The death of RWC's brother Landon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: RWC's sister requesting him to buy Betty at the sale of persons, enslaved by their brother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Urging him not to resign his seat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Spotted Ville [Stafford County]. Includes a statement of account written by Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e38 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Louis Tyre, a free man of color who would put C's mill in operation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter recommending Lewis Tyre as a workman, signed by D. Green, [?], and John McMahon, appears on the same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostscript written by D. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Attacks on him in the Enquerer. Comments on S. Carolina's position/fear of \"anarchy if not civil war will prevail.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Castings for saw mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Telling RWC to electioneer if he would secure the prize \"which is scarcely worth the contest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA note drawn by Robert W. Carter, 8 March 1833, appears on same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The sale of Spencer (an enslaved person) ($150) \"he shall be treated with the utmost kindness ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The President and the bank deposits/ Mentions Wallace who may turn into a \"negro driver.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Family News.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e41 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Inquiring about his chances as a candidate for Brig. Gen. in the Regt./lists his military experience.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Marriage Plans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Replies to RWC's 2 January 1834 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The election of Aylett as Brig. Gen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Plans to announce his candidacy for the seat in the legislature representing Richmond and Lancaster Counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Re: Resignation as Col. of 41st Regiment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Dr. Emanuel's proposed candidacy for House of Delegates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Alternate representation from the two counties, comments on Jackson's \"great and glorious achievements\", then lost confidence in him; supports Leigh for U. S. Senator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The boat he bought in July.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Doctor's report on Lizzie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The best route for supplying the F. R. to subscribers in the Northern Neck.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: the \"Torrent that is rushing on respecting Slavery ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Military career of her brother General Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Banking.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e36 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: RWC's candidacy in next legislature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Why he may not vote for RWC.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia Tayloe is a sister of RWC.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e24 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Fire at RWC's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: One Account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Carter is Col. Robert W. Carter's daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRebecca Dulaney is Col. [Robert] W. Carter's niece.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e36 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Bill regarding the \"discipline of our slaves on this vexed Border\" (D.C.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Annexation of Hardy Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: Statements by a sporting court in regard to sweepstakes at Fairfield appear on same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Divorce proceedings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 item, both consisting of two letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e36 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: Describes inauguration parade of President W. H. Harrison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Landon Carter is Col. Robert W. Carter's daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e31 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Sale of RWC's cotton stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Copy].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This letter concerns the newly-invented McCormick Reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 Enclosures: A sheet giving speed records of certain horses, 1802-1823, and a newspaper clipping concerning the Mount Vernon Races, 1842.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Lancaster Court House.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e64 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Farnham, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: The colt is in fine condition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on one page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Whig Party Notice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Going to nominate RWC as Whig candidate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Political remarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Farnham, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Kilmarnock, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Letter requesting Col. Carter to deliver a Fourth of July oration at a place not specified].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Litwalton, [Lancaster County], Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A statement of account appears on the same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e60 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: Mention is made of the burning of Mt. Airy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A statement is added to the letter showing mortgages given by John Critcher to various persons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: Reference is made to the burning of Mount Airy. Enclosure: A copy of a court order giving nominations for sheriff of Richmond County. 1844.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo drafts of a letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by Maria G. Braxton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanying remarks by Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarded to Warsaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal letter and duplicate. The duplicate is addressed to Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e36 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page: William H. Tayloe, at Mount Airy, [Richmond County], to Col. Robert W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, 6 November 1846. O. P. Hare, at Richmond, to William H. Tayloe, 1 January 1846.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e45 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Circular.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This letter is written on a printed circular of Mrs. Mary L. Eliason's Boarding and Day School for Young Ladies, Alexandria, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e49 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: An account is added to this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: Robert W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on one page: E. McG. Tidball, at Waterloo, to Col. R. W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, near Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia, 6 October 1848. L. G. Tidball to [R. W. Carter], undated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Clipping from the National Intelligencer and Southern Churchman offering for sale an estate in Fairfax County called Vaucluse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This letter contains comments on the California gold fever.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e39 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: Robert W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: R. A. Claybrook, at Piedmont, to Eustace Conway. 18 May 1849.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This letter contains two prescriptions and a bill for medical services. Date is from the postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e59 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 Copies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: T. Reavis, at Gainesville, to E. Conway, at Richmond, Virginia 14 February 1850.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Receipt for subscription to \"American Farmer.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e64 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on one page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft. Draft of a statement concerning the resignation of Rev. William N. Ward as Rector of Lunenburg Parish. Note: The draft is in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e38 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted circular letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 item,\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page: Gordon Forbes, at Sandy Point, to Col. R. W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, 17 October 1854. Robert W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, to Daingerfield Belfield, at Belle Brant, 10 November 1854.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A statement of account is added to this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: An extract from the Report of the Executive Committee of the Rappahannock River Agricultural Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Certificate of election of Robert W. Carter as a lay delegate to the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Upperville, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A copy of Col. R. W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page: William T. Harris, at Warsaw, to Col. Carter, 24 Feb 1857. R. W. C[arter] to [William T. Harris], 6 March 1857.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Account of E. T. Tayloe with Robert W. Carter, 1853-1854.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Copy of a letter written by Elias Harroll, an enslaved person, to a (black) friend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: C[harles] C[arter] Lee, at Richmond, to Col. R. W. Carter, 1 January 1859.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: A sample of merino wool.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Printed circular letter from R. T. Daniel, chairman, State Central Committee, Richmond, Virginia, 23 February 1859.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllegible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: John Bulger to [William Wirt], undated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This letter is written on a printed circular advertising hogs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: A list of enslaved person showing ages and 'value.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters written on the same page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA note written by H. W[ellford] to Robert W. Carter appears on the cover of this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items. Two mutilated drafts of a letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unfinished draft of a letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, Mutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: This letter is written on a printed circular advertising the business of William A. Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A poem in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter appears on the back of this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Postmarked Tappahannock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A form of application for divorce in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, appears on the same sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Petersburg, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter invites Robert W. Carter to speak in a political debate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Cut of a corn drill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: A memorandum in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter appears on the back of this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Washington, D.C.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Washington, D.C.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Washington, D.C.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of second letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. Postmarked Gordonsville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked Kilmarnock, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder 51-35: 103 items, including 11 cash books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e191 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e176 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e46 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e30 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolders 56 and 57 combined contain 478 items: (78) Letters (1829-1858), (395) Checks (1825-1854), (2) Bank Books (1825-1854) and (3) Statements (1837-1854).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolders 56 and 57 combined contain 478 items: (78) Letters (1829-1858), (395) Checks (1825-1854), (2) Bank Books (1825-1854) and (3) Statements (1837-1854).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e19 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e17 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e105 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e105 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e23 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e23 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e207 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e207 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e137 items. Bills and receipts. Arranged by locality.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e66 items. Eight items include levies for the repair of Totuskey Large Bridge, 1841, and Totuskey Little Bridge, 1851.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e100 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e148 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum sent by J. S. Wellford to Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e238 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e368 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e166 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e189 items. Arranged alphabetically.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e15 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e15 items. This includes the Report of the Investigating Committee to the stockholders, 1855.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e58 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e27 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e46 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e46 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1,246 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e32 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e66 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e159 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e126 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e33 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e38 items, including one memorandum book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e89 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e56 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e44 items. Accounts dealing with enslaved persons ('Negroes'), 1813-1861. 123 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e208 items. Arranged by alphabetical order by last name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e16 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e18 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e11 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e15 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e288 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e39 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e39 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e75 items. Accounts and correspondence concerning alterations and improvements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e75 items. Accounts and correspondence concerning alterations and improvements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e97 items. See also Folder 82.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e97 items. See also Folder 82.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e79 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e79 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e221 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e46 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e24 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e6 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e13 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArranged by last name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice directing Robert W. Carter to attend, at Lancaster Court House, the trial of Thomas Armstrong, captain of artillery attached to the 92nd Regiment, Virginia Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoseph F. Harvey and David B. Taylor, administrators of Bailey (Robert) et al. vs. Robert W. Carter. Suit in Westmoreland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrust deed covering a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Bushfield,\" to secure a debt due Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Deed to a lot of land in the village of Warsaw, 1834, and deed of Edwin Waller and wife conveying the same property to Harmanus Boggs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a lot of land in Richmond County near the court house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e53 items. Agreements with overseers, 1815-1854, 24 pieces; and letters from overseers, 1825-1860. 29 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items. Agreements for rental of his tract of land in Richmond County, known as \"The Distillery.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Letters concerning soldier's claims of Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. E.B. Stephens for Carter (Robert W.) vs. Daniel Atwill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarter (Robert W.) vs. John Bailey's administrators, 1841-1857. 13 items. And a list of suits brought in Westmoreland County by Robert W. Carter against John Critcher and others to secure debts of John Bailey and of Robert Bailey who was one of the administrators of John Bailey. 1851. 3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Agreement regarding sale to Robert W. Carter of one half of the schooner Sally Eleanor, 1842, and an account of Robert W. Carter with Griffin Garner. 1844.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemo. Deeds of trust to ( ) Conway et al, and to ( ) Pendleton, for ( ) Claybrooke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement with Robert W. Carter regarding the purchase of a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Louisville.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate granting to Robert W. Carter the right to use an improved bee-hive patented by William M. Hall of Wallingford, Conn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemo. Robert W. Carter for Lamkin (J.L.) vs. Thomas S. Waugh et al. Three suits in Charles City County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrit to compel them to lay certain levies for a public road and landing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemo. Agreement with Robert W. Carter concerning the taking of depositions in a certain suit in Spotsylvania County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Richmond County for amount due him under a trust deed from Jeffries \u0026amp; Oldham to W.Y. Sturman, trustee for Robert W. Carter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items. Trust deed covering his interest in a house and lot in Fredericksburg, and other papers relating thereto.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Two trust deeds covering ensaved persons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from R.E. Scott to Robert W. Carter, who is interested in the suit, giving a financial statement of the case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrust deed covering a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. William L. Claybrooke and Thomas Jones, Jr., trustees of Sydnor (R.B.) vs. Elizabeth Edwards et al [including Robert W. Carter]. Suit in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a tract of land in Northumberland and Lancaster Counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"The Distillery.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrust deed covering a lot in the City of Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 items. Suit in Stafford County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e79 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e17 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items. This group consists chiefly of printed circular letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e30 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e29 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Mutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Pamphlet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a resolution requesting that the delegates representing Richmond County use their influence to have a law passed by the General Assembly separating the funds of Lunenburg and Farnham parishes, Richmond County, and appointing separate boards to manage each fund. Signed by Moore F. Brockenbrough and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Daniel Garland and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate of report not given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e31 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 booklets. The diaries for 1836, 1838, 1844, 1846, and 1859 are written in printed almanacs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e18 items. Robert W. Carter, and Enoch Mason, were the joint administrators of John Mason. This subseries includes accounts, such as 17 bills for court fees and 1 letter concerning fees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e86 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e56 items. Including a letter from Thomas D. Mutter to Robert W. Carter, 13 Aug 1824, concerning the impending visit of the Marquis De La Fayette to Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e25 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Suit in the City of Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in the Superior Court of Chancery for the Richmond District.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Reports of progress at Llangollen School, 1825, and at Hampden Sydney College, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolders 94-100: 449 items total. (Letters in folders 94-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 243 items. Accounts in folders 97-99 date from 1814-1850 and total 196 items. Legal papers in folder 100 consist of 10 items. )\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e49 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9 items. Letters concern enslaved persons ('slaves') at the Tomlin estate sold to Henry Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters in folders 95-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 194 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters in folders 95-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 194 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts in folders 97-98 date from 1814-1850 and total 145 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts in folders 97-98 date from 1814-1850 and total 145 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e51 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e30 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e21 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e10 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items. Suit in Richmond County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Madison Parish, Louisiana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Richmond County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement concerning the settlement of a debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Trust deed, covering a tract of land in Northumberland County, called \"Clifton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e46 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e56 items. Including the suit, Robert W. Carter vs. Benjamin O. Tayloe et al.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e51 items. Items arranged chronologically.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote: The reply appears on back of sheet\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate is from postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e79 items, in part copies. Items are divided into two time periods, 1669-1789 and 1823-1854, and within the dateranges, alphabetically.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e30 items. The papers are arranged alphabetically .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Baley to Marmaduke Beckwith. Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate signed by John Smith and William Brockenbrough stating that Elizabeth Beale has given her assent to a deed executed by her husband, John Beale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Copy of will of John Brothwaite, of Rappahannock County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Dudley and wife to Henry Curtis. Deed to 150 acres of land in Great Wicomico Parish, Northumberland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Dudley and wife to Thomas Curtis. Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland County. Note: A deed of George Curtis, dated 9 June 1702, granting to William Lister his interest in this property, appears on back of sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Dudley to Richard Farrell. Acknowledgment of debt. Note: A statement by Richard Farrell, assigning all his right in this bond to John Dudley, appears on back of sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefusal of Griffin Fauntleroy to give possession of John Lloyd's estate in Richmond County to Daniel McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry Graves and wife to Richard Graves. Deed to 450 acres of land in Bruton Parish, York County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Jones to Peter Coutanceau. Deed to 592 acres of land in Northumberland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat of land in James City County, bought of Keeling by John Dixon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of the publishing of Maj. Dennis McCarty's intention to dock the entail of his lands in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam McConnell and wife to [unknown] Lack. Fragment of a deed to a lot in an unidentified town in Rowan County, North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of Sarah Minor, appointing Thomas Batchelor her attorney for relinquishing her dower rights in a tract of land leased by her husband, John Minor, to John Champ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. John Palmer to Edward Fielding. Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland County, 19 March 1678/9, and a copy of the deed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Surveyor's plats of land in Northumberland County sold by Walter Pavey to John Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items. Papers concerning descent of title to a tract of land in Richmond County from Walter Pavey to Daniel McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWebley Pavey to Daniel McCarty. Trust deed covering a tract of land in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveyor's plat of a tract of land in Richmond County, surveyed by William Garland for Charles Sallard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Simpson to William [?]. Bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of bill of James Davenport, clerk of court, against Daniel Morgan, executor, for proving and recording the will of Mary Stone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Trice vs. Francis Moreland et al. Suit in Orange County, North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclaration of the Council and Burgesses of the Colony of Virginia to the King, requesting the reenactment of ten laws repealed by the King, and expressing gratitude for his approval of fifty-seven acts passed by the Burgesses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Mattram Wright to Thomas Lloyd. Fifteen-year lease of a plantation in Richmond County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMutilated. [?] to Richard Lee. Quitrent agreement concerning 904 acres of land in Great Wiccomocoe Parish, Northumberland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e49 items. The papers are arranged alphabetically by subject matter or last name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 items. Certificates of lunacy of Carter B. Berkley, signed by the Visitors of the City Hospital, Baltimore, and by two physicians.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 items. Resolutions by the board of directors of the Old Dominion Steam Boat Company on the occasion of the death of John Chowning.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSoldiers Claim of Randall or Randolph Clark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscription list for a dinner to be given at the Eagle Hotel in honor of Henry Clay and G.M. 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(1792-1861) including his correspondence with Robley Dunglison, John Tyler, John Tayloe Lomax, Edmund Ruffin, Robert Young Conrad and members of the Tayloe family as well as his diaries and accounts arranged by subject. [Note: in May 2012, the diaries of Robert W. Carter (Subseries 6, Folder 91) were removed and catalogued as Rare Books].","Subjects covered in the collection include plantation life, horse-racing, real property, nineteenth-century Virginia politics, enslaved persons, and tobacco. In addition, there are miscellaneous eighteenth-century land and legal documents.","Also accessible on microfilm: Carter Papers, 1667-1862, in Swem Library's microforms area, 1 reel, call number HD1471 .U5 R43 ser.L Part 1.","2 items.","2 items.","3 items.","Note: This deed states that Robert Cary purchased the land from Charles Carter in 1746. Papers showing descent of title to a messuage, houses and four lots on Palace Street, Williamsburg, from Charles Carter to Philip Grymes: Robert Cary to Kenneth Mackenzie, 1746-1751.","Papers showing descent of title to a messuage, houses and four lots on Palace Street, Williamsburg, from Charles Carter to Philip Grymes: Robert Cary to Kenneth Mackenzie, 1746-1751.","5 items.","16 February 1788 and 25 February 1788 Two letters on same sheet.","Bill of lading for goods shipped from London to Charles Carter.","2 items.","12 items","7 items.","32 items","2 items.","61 items.","17 items.","Mutilated.","Draft of letter not sent.","Note: A memorandum by Landon Carter, dated 3 May 1778, appears on back of sheet.","44 items. Items are arranged alphabetically by last name.","Power of attorney, Elizabeth Beckwith to Col. George Eskridge. Power of attorney for relinquishing her right of dower in a tract of land in Richmond County.","Marmaduke Beckwith to Landon Carter. Lease of a tract of land in Richmond County.","28 items. Papers concerning quitrents of Landon Carter, payable to Lord Fairfax.","Appraisal of land in Richmond County lately belonging to Maj. Dennis McCarty, made by Robert Tomlin and William Dogges, at the request of Landon Carter.","Surveyor's plat of the dividing line between the land of Landon Carter and John Kent, made by William Garland.","Rough draft, written by Landon Carter, of a petition to the House of Burgesses regarding a proposed division of the counties of King George, Stafford, Richmond, and Westmoreland. (Counties of Virginia-Geography [1769]).","Mutilated. Notice concerning an enslaved person who escaped ('a runaway slave') belonging to Landon Carter.","Photostatic copy. An inventory of the estate of Landon Carter, deceased.","5 items. A list of papers of L[andon] C[arter], deceased, taken by Robert W. Carter.","Speech of Landon Carter to a grand-jury.","A statement to the public by Landon Carter, regarding measures taken by England for the raising of revenues in the American colonies. The statement is addressed to Purdie and Dixon, who were printers in Williamsburg, Virginia","Deposition of Landon Carter in a dispute, between Charles Carter of Corotoman and Robert Carter of Williamsburg, concerning possession of Corotoman estate.","Surveyor's plat of a tract of land called \"Ring's Quarter,\" in King and Queen County. Part of \"Ring's Quarter\" belonged to Mrs. Elizabeth Wormeley, whose daughter, Elizabeth, married Landon Carter.","Certificate of relinquishment of the dower rights of Nancy Jones, Wilks County, Georgia, to a tract of land in Northumberland County, Virginia, sold by her husband, Thomas Jones, to Landon Carter, Jr.","1,049 items.","48 items.","Copy.","Both letters are on the same page.","10 items.","3 items.","22 items.","725 items. Includes one bound volume.","276 items.","Armistead (Lewis) - Plat of a tract of land in Northumberland County made by Rawleigh Tapscott at the request of Lewis Armistead.","6 items. Beverley (Carter) - Papers relating to the dissatisfaction shown by Carter Beverley with Robert W. Carter's administration of the Landon Carter estate.","2 items.","2 items. Robert W. Carter, administrator of Carter (Landon) - Request that the Land Office in Richmond furnish a copy of a deed establishing the line between the lands of [?] Sydnor and Landon Carter, and the reply to this request.","49 items.","3 items.","Extract of a deed.","4 items. Suit in Fredericksburg.","Suit in Spotsylvania County.","Suit in Spotsylvania County.","Suit in Richmond District.","Copy.","6 items.","2 items. Suit in Richmond County.","Mutilated. Draft of a deed to a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"Juggs.\"","Deed to a third part of a tract of land in Richmond County called \"Juggs.\"","Draft of a deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.","Mutilated. Letter concerning a deed of trust given by Capt. Bramham and Peter Rust to Landon Carter.","6 items. Tayloe (William H.) - Dispute.","4 items. Charles Mason, guardian of - Thompson (Mary) v. Robert W. Carter, administrator of Landon Carter. Suit in Spotsylvania County.","Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"Hickory Thicket.\"","Suit in Spotsylvania County.","13 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858","Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.","18 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.","85 items. Frederick County lands of Landon Carter, 1741-1858.","2 items. Including plat.","10 items. Relating to the portion of Mary B. Carter, 1821-1841","50 items. Relating to the portion of Mary B. Carter, 1821-1841.","43 items.","43 items.","13 items. The majority of the items relate to the papers of Robert \"King\" Carter.","Dickenson (Elizabeth) - Certificate appointing Austin Brockenbrough her attorney for relinquishing her right of dower in a tract of land in Richmond County sold by her husband, Thomas Dickenson, to Robert Carter.","2 items. Garner (Vincent) - Surveyor's plat of a tract of land in Northumberland County, belonging to Vincent Garner, 1728, and an undated memorandum on the bounds of Vincent Garner's land patent.","Deed to a tract of land in Lancaster County, adjoining Col. Carter's land.","Mutilated. Deed to a house and lot in Williamsburg.","Suit in Williamsburg. Note: It is possible that this Robert Carter is not Robert \"King\" Carter, but his son, Robert Carter of Nomini.","Trust deed covering a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Coles Land.\"","Lease of a tract of land in Northumberland County.","Shropshire (St. John) - Re: recommending Richard Tankersly for a position.","John Palmer to David Ginnins [Jennings]. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.","Copy. Will of David Jennings, leaving his estate to Francis Bratton, whose daughter, Frances, afterwards married Enoch Hill. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.","2 items. Enoch Hill and Frances, his wife, to Robert Carter. Mortgage and deed to the same property, dated the same day. Papers showing descent of title to a tract of land in Northumberland County from John Palmer to Robert Carter, 1667-1712.","6 items. The majority of the items relate to the papers of Robert Carter of Nomini (circa 1704-1731), son of Robert \"King\" Carter, and father of Robert \"Councillor\" Carter, of Nomini.","Letter concerning purchase of five tons of iron from Robert Carter.","2 items. Lease of a tract of land in Stafford County, 12 August 1729, and deed of sale covering the same tract of land, 13 August 1729.","2 items. Statement by John Warner concerning sale of 330 acres of land by John Savage to Robert Carter, 1730, and a cash receipt dated 1733.","103 items.","40 items.","60 items.","60 items.","3 items.","Quitclaim deed to a parcel of land on Palace Street, Williamsburg.","24 items.","4 items.","18 items, including 9 diary books (typed by CWI).","2 items. See also: Morton, Louis, \"Robert Wormeley Carter: Notes on the Life of a Virginia Planter,\" Journal of Southern History, vol. 12, pp. 345-365.","Deed to a lot in the city of Richmond.","44 items.","Copy.","Copy.","A memorandum by Robert W. Carter appears on the same sheet.","Copy","Copy","33 items.","Copy. [Robert W. Carter], at S[abine] Hall, [Richmond County], to St. L[eger] L. Carter. 3 July 1822, and [Robert W. Carter], at S[abine] Hall, [Richmond County], to St. L[eger] L. Carter. 28 July 1822.","Incomplete. Enclosure: [Charles Carter ?] to Mary B. Carter, at Sabine Hall, [Richmond County].","Receipt for payment for ticket in Grand National Lottery appears on same sheet.","Mutilated","Mutilated. Date is from postmark.","Mutilated.","46 items.","Date is from postmark.","Re: expulsion of J. A. Carter.","Copy.","Re: Final disposition of persons enslaved by RWC's mother's, referred to as 'Negroes.'","50 items.","Copy. Re: Favors J. Q. Adams over Gen. Jackson in the election.","Re: Opposed to doctrines of Adam's first message/ objections to Jackson listed.","Re: His support of Gen. Jackson as the least evil of the two.","Date is from postmark.","Re: Urging RWC to run for the Senate.","Re: Says RWC will do well in his district.","Re: On RWC's chances in the election.","Copy of contract between John Dickinson, assignee of Mackenzie Beverly, and William B. Beverly, agent of Robert Beverly, on same sheet.","Re: The death of RWC's brother Landon.","Re: RWC's sister requesting him to buy Betty at the sale of persons, enslaved by their brother.","Re: Urging him not to resign his seat.","Postmarked Spotted Ville [Stafford County]. Includes a statement of account written by Robert W. Carter.","38 items.","Re: Louis Tyre, a free man of color who would put C's mill in operation.","Two letters written on the same page.","A letter recommending Lewis Tyre as a workman, signed by D. Green, [?], and John McMahon, appears on the same sheet.","Postscript written by D. Green.","Re: Attacks on him in the Enquerer. Comments on S. Carolina's position/fear of \"anarchy if not civil war will prevail.\"","Re: Castings for saw mill.","Re: Telling RWC to electioneer if he would secure the prize \"which is scarcely worth the contest.\"","A note drawn by Robert W. Carter, 8 March 1833, appears on same sheet.","Re: The sale of Spencer (an enslaved person) ($150) \"he shall be treated with the utmost kindness ...\"","Printed circular letter.","Postmarked Washington.","Re: The President and the bank deposits/ Mentions Wallace who may turn into a \"negro driver.\"","Re: Family News.","41 items.","Re: Inquiring about his chances as a candidate for Brig. Gen. in the Regt./lists his military experience.","Re: Marriage Plans.","Re: Replies to RWC's 2 January 1834 letter.","Re: The election of Aylett as Brig. Gen.","Re: Plans to announce his candidacy for the seat in the legislature representing Richmond and Lancaster Counties.","Copy. Re: Resignation as Col. of 41st Regiment.","Re: Dr. Emanuel's proposed candidacy for House of Delegates.","Re: Alternate representation from the two counties, comments on Jackson's \"great and glorious achievements\", then lost confidence in him; supports Leigh for U. S. Senator.","Date is from postmark.","Re: The boat he bought in July.","Re: Doctor's report on Lizzie.","Re: The best route for supplying the F. R. to subscribers in the Northern Neck.","Re: the \"Torrent that is rushing on respecting Slavery ...\"","Re: Military career of her brother General Armistead.","Re: Banking.","Mutilated","Mutilated","36 items.","Re: RWC's candidacy in next legislature.","Re: Why he may not vote for RWC.","Virginia Tayloe is a sister of RWC.","24 items.","Re: Fire at RWC's house.","Enclosure: One Account.","Elizabeth Carter is Col. Robert W. Carter's daughter.","Mutilated.","Rebecca Dulaney is Col. [Robert] W. Carter's niece.","Two letters written on the same page.","Copy.","36 items.","Re: Bill regarding the \"discipline of our slaves on this vexed Border\" (D.C.).","Re: Annexation of Hardy Co.","Copy.","Copy.","Note: Statements by a sporting court in regard to sweepstakes at Fairfield appear on same sheet.","Two letters written on the same page.","Re: Divorce proceedings.","2 item, both consisting of two letters written on the same page.","Incomplete.","36 items.","Two letters written on the same page.","Note: Describes inauguration parade of President W. H. Harrison.","Elizabeth Landon Carter is Col. Robert W. Carter's daughter.","Postmarked Washington.","31 items.","Re: Sale of RWC's cotton stock.","[Copy].","Note: This letter concerns the newly-invented McCormick Reaper.","2 Enclosures: A sheet giving speed records of certain horses, 1802-1823, and a newspaper clipping concerning the Mount Vernon Races, 1842.","Postmarked Lancaster Court House.","64 items.","Postmarked Farnham, Virginia","Re: The colt is in fine condition.","Two letters written on one page.","Re: Whig Party Notice.","Re: Going to nominate RWC as Whig candidate.","Re: Political remarks.","Postmarked Farnham, Virginia","Postmarked Kilmarnock, Virginia","Mutilated.","[Letter requesting Col. Carter to deliver a Fourth of July oration at a place not specified].","Postmarked Litwalton, [Lancaster County], Virginia","Copy.","Note: A statement of account appears on the same sheet.","60 items.","Note: Mention is made of the burning of Mt. Airy.","Note: A statement is added to the letter showing mortgages given by John Critcher to various persons.","Mutilated.","Note: Reference is made to the burning of Mount Airy. Enclosure: A copy of a court order giving nominations for sheriff of Richmond County. 1844.","Mutilated.","Two drafts of a letter.","Postscript by Maria G. Braxton.","Accompanying remarks by Robert W. Carter.","Forwarded to Warsaw.","Original letter and duplicate. The duplicate is addressed to Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia.","Printed circular letter.","36 items.","Copy.","Date is from postmark.","Copy.","Two letters written on the same page: William H. Tayloe, at Mount Airy, [Richmond County], to Col. Robert W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, 6 November 1846. O. P. Hare, at Richmond, to William H. Tayloe, 1 January 1846.","45 items.","Copy.","Printed Circular.","Note: This letter is written on a printed circular of Mrs. Mary L. Eliason's Boarding and Day School for Young Ladies, Alexandria, Virginia.","49 items.","Printed circular letter.","Note: An account is added to this letter.","Note: Robert W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.","Two letters written on one page: E. McG. Tidball, at Waterloo, to Col. R. W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, near Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia, 6 October 1848. L. G. Tidball to [R. W. Carter], undated.","Enclosure: Clipping from the National Intelligencer and Southern Churchman offering for sale an estate in Fairfax County called Vaucluse.","Note: This letter contains comments on the California gold fever.","39 items.","Note: Robert W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.","Enclosure: R. A. Claybrook, at Piedmont, to Eustace Conway. 18 May 1849.","Note: This letter contains two prescriptions and a bill for medical services. Date is from the postmark.","59 items.","2 Copies.","Enclosure: T. Reavis, at Gainesville, to E. Conway, at Richmond, Virginia 14 February 1850.","Copy.","Enclosure: Receipt for subscription to \"American Farmer.\"","64 items.","Copy.","Mutilated.","Two letters written on one page.","Draft. Draft of a statement concerning the resignation of Rev. William N. Ward as Rector of Lunenburg Parish. Note: The draft is in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter.","38 items.","Copy.","Copy.","Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Printed circular letter.","Mutilated.","1 item,","Copy.","Two letters written on the same page: Gordon Forbes, at Sandy Point, to Col. R. W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, 17 October 1854. Robert W. Carter, at Sabine Hall, to Daingerfield Belfield, at Belle Brant, 10 November 1854.","Copy.","Copy.","Mutilated.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Note: A statement of account is added to this letter.","Enclosure: An extract from the Report of the Executive Committee of the Rappahannock River Agricultural Society.","Enclosure: Certificate of election of Robert W. Carter as a lay delegate to the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Virginia.","Postmarked Upperville, Virginia.","Copy.","Note: A copy of Col. R. W. Carter's reply is filed with this letter.","Copy.","Two letters written on the same page: William T. Harris, at Warsaw, to Col. Carter, 24 Feb 1857. R. W. C[arter] to [William T. Harris], 6 March 1857.","Enclosure: Account of E. T. Tayloe with Robert W. Carter, 1853-1854.","Copy.","Enclosure: Copy of a letter written by Elias Harroll, an enslaved person, to a (black) friend.","Date is from postmark.","Copy.","Enclosure: C[harles] C[arter] Lee, at Richmond, to Col. R. W. Carter, 1 January 1859.","Enclosure: A sample of merino wool.","Enclosure: Printed circular letter from R. T. Daniel, chairman, State Central Committee, Richmond, Virginia, 23 February 1859.","Mutilated.","Copy.","Illegible.","Enclosure: John Bulger to [William Wirt], undated.","Note: This letter is written on a printed circular advertising hogs.","Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Enclosure: A list of enslaved person showing ages and 'value.'","Mutilated","Two letters written on the same page.","2 items.","2 items.","3 items.","3 items.","3 items.","Two letters written on the same page.","A note written by H. W[ellford] to Robert W. Carter appears on the cover of this letter.","Incomplete.","3 items. Two mutilated drafts of a letter.","An unfinished draft of a letter.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Copy.","Draft of letter.","Copy, Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Note: This letter is written on a printed circular advertising the business of William A. Jackson.","Note: A poem in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter appears on the back of this letter.","5 letters.","5 letters.","5 letters.","5 letters.","5 letters.","Mutilated.","Mutilated. Postmarked Tappahannock.","Note: A form of application for divorce in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, appears on the same sheet.","2 items.","Mutilated.","Postmarked Petersburg, Virginia.","Letter invites Robert W. Carter to speak in a political debate.","Enclosure: Cut of a corn drill.","Note: A memorandum in the handwriting of Robert W. Carter appears on the back of this letter.","Postmarked Washington, D.C.","Postmarked Washington, D.C.","Postmarked Washington, D.C.","Copy of second letter.","2 letters.","2 letters.","Mutilated. Postmarked Gordonsville.","Postmarked Kilmarnock, Virginia.","Mutilated.","Mutilated.","Folder 51-35: 103 items, including 11 cash books.","Folders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.","Folders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.","Folders 51-53 include a total of 103 items, including 11 cash books.","191 items.","14 items.","176 items.","46 items.","30 items.","8 items.","8 items.","Folders 56 and 57 combined contain 478 items: (78) Letters (1829-1858), (395) Checks (1825-1854), (2) Bank Books (1825-1854) and (3) Statements (1837-1854).","Folders 56 and 57 combined contain 478 items: (78) Letters (1829-1858), (395) Checks (1825-1854), (2) Bank Books (1825-1854) and (3) Statements (1837-1854).","8 items.","3 items.","5 items.","19 items.","17 items.","105 items.","105 items.","23 items.","23 items.","207 items.","207 items.","137 items. Bills and receipts. Arranged by locality.","3 items.","2 items.","4 items.","2 items.","2 items.","14 items.","10 items.","4 items.","4 items.","66 items. Eight items include levies for the repair of Totuskey Large Bridge, 1841, and Totuskey Little Bridge, 1851.","4 items.","6 items.","8 items.","3 items.","100 items.","148 items.","Memorandum sent by J. S. Wellford to Robert W. Carter.","238 items.","20 items.","368 items.","13 items.","166 items.","189 items. Arranged alphabetically.","5 items.","5 items.","26 items.","3 items.","6 items.","8 items.","15 items.","15 items. This includes the Report of the Investigating Committee to the stockholders, 1855.","3 items.","8 items.","58 items.","27 items.","10 items.","7 items.","7 items.","5 items.","5 items.","46 items.","46 items.","1,246 items.","32 items.","66 items.","159 items.","126 items.","33 items.","28 items.","38 items, including one memorandum book.","89 items.","56 items.","44 items. Accounts dealing with enslaved persons ('Negroes'), 1813-1861. 123 items.","208 items. Arranged by alphabetical order by last name.","28 items.","5 items.","7 items.","22 items.","13 items.","16 items.","18 items.","6 items.","12 items.","20 items.","11 items.","15 items.","28 items.","6 items.","7 items.","288 items.","39 items.","39 items.","8 items.","8 items.","75 items. Accounts and correspondence concerning alterations and improvements.","75 items. Accounts and correspondence concerning alterations and improvements.","9 items.","9 items.","97 items. See also Folder 82.","97 items. See also Folder 82.","79 items.","79 items.","221 items.","10 items.","3 items.","10 items.","3 items.","46 items.","24 items.","6 items.","3 items.","2 items.","3 items.","13 items.","13 items.","Arranged by last name.","Notice directing Robert W. Carter to attend, at Lancaster Court House, the trial of Thomas Armstrong, captain of artillery attached to the 92nd Regiment, Virginia Militia.","Joseph F. Harvey and David B. Taylor, administrators of Bailey (Robert) et al. vs. Robert W. Carter. Suit in Westmoreland County.","Trust deed covering a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Bushfield,\" to secure a debt due Robert W. Carter.","2 items. Deed to a lot of land in the village of Warsaw, 1834, and deed of Edwin Waller and wife conveying the same property to Harmanus Boggs.","Deed to a lot of land in Richmond County near the court house.","53 items. Agreements with overseers, 1815-1854, 24 pieces; and letters from overseers, 1825-1860. 29 items.","3 items. Agreements for rental of his tract of land in Richmond County, known as \"The Distillery.\"","2 items. Letters concerning soldier's claims of Robert W. Carter.","2 items. E.B. Stephens for Carter (Robert W.) vs. Daniel Atwill.","Carter (Robert W.) vs. John Bailey's administrators, 1841-1857. 13 items. And a list of suits brought in Westmoreland County by Robert W. Carter against John Critcher and others to secure debts of John Bailey and of Robert Bailey who was one of the administrators of John Bailey. 1851. 3 items.","4 items.","2 items.","2 items.","4 items.","2 items. Agreement regarding sale to Robert W. Carter of one half of the schooner Sally Eleanor, 1842, and an account of Robert W. Carter with Griffin Garner. 1844.","2 items.","Memo. Deeds of trust to ( ) Conway et al, and to ( ) Pendleton, for ( ) Claybrooke.","Agreement with Robert W. Carter regarding the purchase of a tract of land in Westmoreland County, called \"Louisville.\"","Certificate granting to Robert W. Carter the right to use an improved bee-hive patented by William M. Hall of Wallingford, Conn.","Memo. Robert W. Carter for Lamkin (J.L.) vs. Thomas S. Waugh et al. Three suits in Charles City County.","Writ to compel them to lay certain levies for a public road and landing.","Memo. Agreement with Robert W. Carter concerning the taking of depositions in a certain suit in Spotsylvania County.","Suit in Richmond County for amount due him under a trust deed from Jeffries \u0026 Oldham to W.Y. Sturman, trustee for Robert W. Carter.","7 items. Trust deed covering his interest in a house and lot in Fredericksburg, and other papers relating thereto.","2 items. Two trust deeds covering ensaved persons.","Letter from R.E. Scott to Robert W. Carter, who is interested in the suit, giving a financial statement of the case.","Trust deed covering a tract of land in Richmond County.","2 items. William L. Claybrooke and Thomas Jones, Jr., trustees of Sydnor (R.B.) vs. Elizabeth Edwards et al [including Robert W. Carter]. Suit in Richmond County.","Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland and Lancaster Counties.","Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.","Deed of a tract of land in Richmond County, called \"The Distillery.\"","Trust deed covering a lot in the City of Richmond.","8 items. Suit in Stafford County.","79 items.","17 items.","4 items.","14 items. This group consists chiefly of printed circular letters.","30 items.","14 items.","29 items.","14 items.","Copy.","2 items. Mutilated.","Printed Pamphlet.","Copy of a resolution requesting that the delegates representing Richmond County use their influence to have a law passed by the General Assembly separating the funds of Lunenburg and Farnham parishes, Richmond County, and appointing separate boards to manage each fund. Signed by Moore F. Brockenbrough and others.","Signed by Daniel Garland and others.","12 items.","Date of report not given.","3 items.","2 items.","31 items.","20 items.","2 items.","3 items.","5 items.","7 booklets. The diaries for 1836, 1838, 1844, 1846, and 1859 are written in printed almanacs.","18 items. Robert W. Carter, and Enoch Mason, were the joint administrators of John Mason. This subseries includes accounts, such as 17 bills for court fees and 1 letter concerning fees.","86 items.","56 items. Including a letter from Thomas D. Mutter to Robert W. Carter, 13 Aug 1824, concerning the impending visit of the Marquis De La Fayette to Fredericksburg.","25 items.","2 items. Suit in the City of Richmond.","Suit in the Superior Court of Chancery for the Richmond District.","2 items. Reports of progress at Llangollen School, 1825, and at Hampden Sydney College, 1826.","Folders 94-100: 449 items total. (Letters in folders 94-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 243 items. Accounts in folders 97-99 date from 1814-1850 and total 196 items. Legal papers in folder 100 consist of 10 items. )","49 items.","9 items. Letters concern enslaved persons ('slaves') at the Tomlin estate sold to Henry Lewis.","14 items.","26 items.","Letters in folders 95-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 194 items.","Letters in folders 95-96 date from 1835-1851 and total 194 items.","Accounts in folders 97-98 date from 1814-1850 and total 145 items.","Accounts in folders 97-98 date from 1814-1850 and total 145 items.","51 items.","30 items.","21 items.","10 items.","4 items. Suit in Richmond County, Virginia.","Suit in Madison Parish, Louisiana.","Suit in Richmond County, Virginia.","Suit in Richmond County.","Agreement concerning the settlement of a debt.","2 items. Trust deed, covering a tract of land in Northumberland County, called \"Clifton.\"","46 items.","4 items.","56 items. Including the suit, Robert W. Carter vs. Benjamin O. Tayloe et al.","51 items. Items arranged chronologically.","Note: The reply appears on back of sheet","Copy.","Date is from postmark.","Copy.","Copy.","Date is from postmark.","Mutilated.","Copy.","79 items, in part copies. Items are divided into two time periods, 1669-1789 and 1823-1854, and within the dateranges, alphabetically.","30 items. The papers are arranged alphabetically .","Samuel Baley to Marmaduke Beckwith. Deed to a tract of land in Richmond County.","Certificate signed by John Smith and William Brockenbrough stating that Elizabeth Beale has given her assent to a deed executed by her husband, John Beale.","Copy. Copy of will of John Brothwaite, of Rappahannock County.","John Dudley and wife to Henry Curtis. Deed to 150 acres of land in Great Wicomico Parish, Northumberland County.","John Dudley and wife to Thomas Curtis. Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland County. Note: A deed of George Curtis, dated 9 June 1702, granting to William Lister his interest in this property, appears on back of sheet.","Robert Dudley to Richard Farrell. Acknowledgment of debt. Note: A statement by Richard Farrell, assigning all his right in this bond to John Dudley, appears on back of sheet.","Refusal of Griffin Fauntleroy to give possession of John Lloyd's estate in Richmond County to Daniel McCarty.","Henry Graves and wife to Richard Graves. Deed to 450 acres of land in Bruton Parish, York County.","William Jones to Peter Coutanceau. Deed to 592 acres of land in Northumberland County.","Plat of land in James City County, bought of Keeling by John Dixon.","Certificate of the publishing of Maj. Dennis McCarty's intention to dock the entail of his lands in Richmond County.","William McConnell and wife to [unknown] Lack. Fragment of a deed to a lot in an unidentified town in Rowan County, North Carolina.","Statement of Sarah Minor, appointing Thomas Batchelor her attorney for relinquishing her dower rights in a tract of land leased by her husband, John Minor, to John Champ.","2 items. John Palmer to Edward Fielding. Deed to a tract of land in Northumberland County, 19 March 1678/9, and a copy of the deed.","2 items. Surveyor's plats of land in Northumberland County sold by Walter Pavey to John Rice.","5 items. Papers concerning descent of title to a tract of land in Richmond County from Walter Pavey to Daniel McCarty.","Webley Pavey to Daniel McCarty. Trust deed covering a tract of land in Richmond County.","Surveyor's plat of a tract of land in Richmond County, surveyed by William Garland for Charles Sallard.","Mary Simpson to William [?]. Bond.","Copy of bill of James Davenport, clerk of court, against Daniel Morgan, executor, for proving and recording the will of Mary Stone.","Thomas Trice vs. Francis Moreland et al. Suit in Orange County, North Carolina.","Declaration of the Council and Burgesses of the Colony of Virginia to the King, requesting the reenactment of ten laws repealed by the King, and expressing gratitude for his approval of fifty-seven acts passed by the Burgesses.","Copy. Mattram Wright to Thomas Lloyd. Fifteen-year lease of a plantation in Richmond County.","Mutilated. [?] to Richard Lee. Quitrent agreement concerning 904 acres of land in Great Wiccomocoe Parish, Northumberland County.","49 items. The papers are arranged alphabetically by subject matter or last name.","2 items. Certificates of lunacy of Carter B. Berkley, signed by the Visitors of the City Hospital, Baltimore, and by two physicians.","3 items. Resolutions by the board of directors of the Old Dominion Steam Boat Company on the occasion of the death of John Chowning.","Soldiers Claim of Randall or Randolph Clark.","Subscription list for a dinner to be given at the Eagle Hotel in honor of Henry Clay and G.M. Bibb.","A paper by an unidentified person proposing that only one commissioner be appointed to each superior court of chancery.","A description of the author Charles Dickens.","Memorandum giving dates of the Fairfield races.","Two sketches of unidentified grave markers, on one sheet.","Certificate of appointment of Samuel Lyell as postmaster at Warsaw, Richmond County, Virginia.","9 items.","Memorandum book.","Memorandum book.","memorandum book.","11 items. Data on the oyster industry in Virginia.","Appeal to the judges of an unidentified court for protection.","7 items.","2 items.","3 items.","27 items.","27 items.","3 items.","Pamphlet.","Pamphlet. Delivered in the House of Representatives.","10 items.","12 items.","13 items.","64 items","55 items.","9 items."],"separatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eIn May 2012, the diaries of Robert W. Carter (Subseries 6, Folder 91: Diaries of Robert W. Carter) were removed from the Carter Family Papers and catalogued as Rare Books under: AY 326.R5 W3 1836 AY 326.R5 W3 1844 AY 326.R5 W3 1846 AY 35.R5 C6 1838 AY 35.R5 C6 1859\u003c/p\u003e"],"separatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Separated Materials"],"separatedmaterial_tesim":["In May 2012, the diaries of Robert W. Carter (Subseries 6, Folder 91: Diaries of Robert W. 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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 (Arranged alphabetically by creator's last name then chronologically, with undated materials listed last.) ","Series 2. Legal Documents (Six subseries: Estate Matters, Financial Agreements, Land Disputes, Plats, Wills, and Other)\n","Series 3. Social","Series 4. Miscellaneous","Series 5. Indenture Notices (Land Deeds)","Bushrod Washington (1762-1829): Bushrod was the son of Hannah Bushrod and John Augustine Washington, the younger brother of George Washington. Upon the death of Martha Washington, Bushrod inherited the Mount Vernon estate. A graduate of the College of William and Mary, Bushrod served as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. He was joined on the Supreme Court by his long-time friend, John Marshall. Justices Washington and Marshall  met while attending law lectures given by George Wythe at the College of William and Mary. Bushrod and his wife, Julia Ann Blackburn, had no children, but raised three of their nephews. One nephew, John Augustine Washington II (1789-1832), inherited Mount Vernon from Bushrod.","Purchased by the A. Alfred Taubman Acquisition Endowment Fund, 2011.","Additional manuscripts related to Bushrod Washington and his family can be found in the George Washington Collection, Martha Washington Collection, Historic Manuscript Collection, Elswyth Thane Beebe Collection of Washington Family Papers, and Potomac Navigation Company Records.","The Bushrod Washington Family Papers consist of documents gathered by the descendants of the first President of the United States, George Washington. The collection comprises an assortment of correspondence and legal documents documenting the lives and property ownership of several branches of the Washington family. The collection is organized into five series: Correspondence, Legal Documents, Social, Miscellaneous, and Indenture Notices (Land Deeds).","The Correspondence series, circa 1780-1835, contains letters mostly written to Bushrod Washington, executor of George Washington's estate and inheritor of Mount Vernon. While some were written by friends of Bushrod Washington, most are from his brother and his many nieces and nephews.","Of the letters not written to Bushrod Washington, the largest portion were written by Bushrod Corbin Washington, his wife Anna Maria, and their daughter Hannah to their son, Cadet Thomas Washington, who was stationed in Middletown, Connecticut. Most often, when one of the three would pen a letter, the other two would add a quick greeting in whatever space remained. Among the famous Virginians with whom Bushrod Washington corresponded are Richard Channing Moore, George Spotswood, and George Wythe.\nAll of the letters are in alphabetical order by the last name of the correspondent, with undated materials at the end.","Legal Documents, 1719-1835, contains six subseries: Estate Matters, Financial Agreements, Land Disputes, Plats, Wills, and Other. Issues arising after the death of a family member can be found in the Estate Matters subseries. The estate of George Washington was perhaps the most disputed, with legal proceedings occurring thirty years following his death. Loans and sales of property are the focus of the Financial Agreements subseries. At least two family members were involved with land disputes over the years. The Land Disputes subseries records the disputes of Richard Bushrod and John Augustine Washington. Surveys, or Plats, were the primary tool for settling such disputes and can be found in the next subseries. The Wills of several family members provide data regarding the families' possessions. This subseries contains wills written by ten family members. In addition to household items and distribution of land, these wills also dictate the owners' desires regarding who would inherit slaves. Four other documents, not closely resembling any of the other legal pieces comprise their own subseries. When possible, all of the Legal Documents are listed in alphabetical order by the last name of the creator.","Bushrod Washington, a well-respected Judge, was active in affairs aside from running his family estate. Evidence of these can be found in the Social series, 1816-1829. The American Bible Society and the Bunker Hill Monument Association were among the organizations in which Judge Washington was involved.","A formula for cement, mailed to the President of the United States, Mount Vernon, and recipes highlight the Miscellaneous series, 1795 and undated.","Some of the oldest material in the collection is found in the Indenture Notices (Land Deeds) series, 1662-1814. These documents relate the history of land ownership among the Bushrod and Washington families, as well as several of their neighbors and associates. While technically legal documents, the size of several of the deeds precludes their being stored alongside the papers of the Legal Documents series. Arranged chronologically, the Indenture Notices specify all the details of the transaction, including the amount of land, location, and purchase price.","Autograph letter signed \"Urbain Babier\" with integral address panel. Babier writes in a mixture of French and English to Bushrod admonishing him for being a slave holder. Docketed by Bushrod on verso \"anonymous and... impertinent.\"","A letter from the brother of Bushrod's wife, Julia Ann Blackburn Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Caldwell asks Bushrod for help gathering information for biographies he is writing of John Randolph and Captain Lewis Warrington.","Elizabeth Hamilton writes about her husband Alexander Hamilton's legacy and invites Bushrod and his wife to stay with her next time they are in New York.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter delivered by William Hodgson, an English gentleman touring America. Elizabeth Hamilton writes to Bushrod about news from New York.","Herbert writes that Elizabeth Hamilton is hoping to acquire some of the correspondence between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed. Episcopal clergyman Richard Channing Moore writes to Bushrod that he might become the rector of a church in Richmond. In 1814, Moore was elected bishop of the Diocese of Richmond.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mrs. Preto asks Bushrod if he has any influence with Martin Van Buren in the State Department to get a job for her husband.","A distant relative of Bushrod's wife writes to ask for assistance.","A distant relative of Bushrod's wife writes a second time to ask for assistance.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Manuscript list in the hand of Jared Sparks of all the papers of George Washington taken by Sparks from Mount Vernon. A note on the verso signed by Bushrod states that the papers were shipped on 13 June 1827 aboard the schooner Alexandria.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Bushrod Corbin Washington, executor of the estate of Bushrod Washington, in response to his inquiries about Sparks's progress on his publication of the writings of George Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Spotswood writes Bushrod asking his help help getting a job with the Jackson administration.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter with integral address panel. Story shares his opinion on various court cases with Bushrod.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter addressed to \"My Dear Uncle\" from the wife of Bushrod Corbin Washington.","Draft copy. Bushrod writes about the sale of land.","Draft copy.","Draft copy. Bushrod writes to General Jan Pieter van Suchtelen, the Russian Minister at Stockholm, in response to his request for \"manuscript specimens of the handwriting of some of our most illustrious citizens.\" Bushrod says he is sending manuscripts written by John Marshall, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, John Jay, and George Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Bushrod asks Marshall to look through the Washington letters in his possession and send any related to Alexander Hamilton  to Mrs. Elizabeth Hamilton.","Autograph letter signed. Draft copy. Bushrod tells Elizabeth Hamilton that he has written to Chief Justice John Marshall about the Alexander Hamilton and George Washington correspondence that she has requested.","Autograph letter signed. Draft copy. Bushrod writes to James Hamilton about correspondence between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton that was requested by Mrs. Elizabeth Hamilton.","Draft copy.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Corbin Washington writes his uncle that he is on the trail of Charles and Nathan, two of Bushrod's enslaved workers.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Three letters on one leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father, sister, and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 5 letters on one sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister, mother, and cousins.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper written to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his mother and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, sister, and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addresed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, mother, and sister.","3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, father, and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister. Bushrod Corbin writes that he has returned from Richmond to find all his family and friends well, \"both white and black.\"","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, mother, and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother. Also contains doodled signatures of Archibald Fairfax and Bushrod W. Herbert, and Noblet Herbert.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on a single leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, sister, and mother.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed. Hannah mentions Thomas visiting Mount Vernon.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father, mother, and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and cousin.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panels. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister, mother, and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and mother.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, sister, and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Corbin writes that he had planned to visit Bushrod in Philadelphia but lacks the funds and clothing. He asks on behalf of their father if Bushrod can send books: Horace, Euclid, Cicero's Orations, and a Westminster Greek grammar published in 1754.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed. Corbin writes that his wife has almost died from \"very severe epileptic fits.\"","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. With additional sheet signed by Corbin describing Walnut Farm in Westmoreland County.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Address panel addressed to Bushrod by Corbin Washington. The letter is not extant.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on 1 leaf of paper written to Bushrod by his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. With additional leaf of paper in another hand addressed to \"my dear son.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was sent \"By Jeremiah.\"","Autograph letter signed, undated, with integral address panel.","Address panel with note on verso about the prices of tea and sugar in Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed. Lund writes about crops and horses.","Autograph letter signed. From \"Samuel George Washington\" to his father, Bushrod Washington. Bushrod had no children and dockets the letter on verso, \"From some fool or knave calling himself Samuel F. Washington \u0026 my son.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","An inventory of the furniture from John Augustine Washington's estate at Bushfield, which was divided between his wife Hannah and their two sons, Corbin and Bushrod. This document is located within Box 4 (oversized).","List of land, including new patents in Frederick City, left to Samuel Washington and John Augustine Washington by their older half-brother Lawrence Washington. The list also notes that 3,569 acres were given to Charles Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his uncle about payments received from the Estate of General George Washington.","Autograph leter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his uncle about payments received from the Estate of George Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Ludwell Lee writes on behalf of his brother about a debt due to the estate of George Washington. Lee writes that is brother is unable to pay the debt at the moment because he has recently purchased \"some Negroes.\"","Autograph letter signed. Copy. Bushrod writes to a son of Alexander Spotswood regarding payment owed to the estate of George Washington.","Autograph letter with free franked address panel. Rives writes regarding debts owed by his neighbor to Bushrod, as well as the sale of land from the estate of George Washington near the Dismal Swamp.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter regarding the payment of debts owed to the estate of George Washington.","Autograph leter signed with integral address panel. Letter regarding the payment of debt owed to the estate of George Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Lee writes about debts owed to the estate of General Washington and mentions visiting Bushrod at Mount Vernon.","A list of taxes on 8,857 acres of land owned by the estate of George Washington in 1802.","Autograph letter signed. Lewis writes that Samuel Washington has requested the patent for the tract of land on the Kanahwa.","Manuscript copy of \"George Washington's Executors against L. W. McCarty Spotswood \u0026 others and Mary D. Washington against George Washington's Executors.\"","Autograph document signed \"Bush. Washington.\"","Docketed on verso by Bushrod Washington.","Taken by William Grayson.","Note regarding money owed by Fitzhugh's father for land in Charles County.","Wrapper docketed \"Title papers on the Ohio \u0026 Kanhawa Lands which the Legatees have divided...\"","Note on the sale of Lot 5 to A. Parke, Lots 12 and 13 to Thomas Peter, and Lot 14 to George S. Washington.","List of accounts title \"Condensed Statement A\" showing credit, cash, and balances with the W. L. McCarty Spotswood, Washington Thornton, H. Fitzhugh, J. N. Ashton, Mary D. Washington, Samuel Washington, Robert Lewis, George Washington Parke Custis, Bushrod Corbin Washington, Thomas Peter, Fayette Ball, Lawrence Lewis, Bushrod Washington, and others.","List of accounts showing credit, cash, and balances with the W. L. McCarty Spotswood, Washington Thornton, H. Fitzhugh, J. N. Ashton, Mary D. Washington, Samuel Washington, Robert Lewis, George Washington Parke Custis, Bushrod Corbin Washington, Thomas Peter, Fayette Ball, Lawrence Lewis, Bushrod Washington, and others.","Survey and plat of George Washington's Bullskin farm and land in Jefferson County.","Autograph document in unidentified hand, recording \"confidential communication\" received from Bushrod Washington with instructions for his burial.","Autograph document signed R. J. Taylor. In his will, Bushrod Washington instructed that his law books be retained at Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington II until his nephew Bushrod Washington Herbert turns twenty-one. Then, Herbert will inherit the books if at that time he is \"destined to the bar\" and determined to practice law.","A copy from the County Court of Fairfax of the division of the slaves and stocks from the estate of Bushrod Washington amongst his nephews. Includes a list of the names of the enslaved persons that went to each nephew, with their values.","Autograph document in the hand of John Augustine Washington II, 20 pages. Includes a list of enslaved workers and household goods listed by room, with some notes on to whom they were bequeathed.","Bond of indenture witnessed and signed by Charles Washington.","Autograph document signed by Bushrod Washington and Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee, conveying the estate of Belvidere to Washington.","Autograph document signed by Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee. An agreement about a road connecting the Belvedire estate to a canal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Agreement about renting a house.","Agreement for the conveyance of lands in Westmoreland County.","Undated bond between Robert Throckmorton and John Augustine Washington regarding the sale of land. Witnessed and signed by James Rumsey.","Survey created by James Thomas for the action of trespass in the legal case Richard Bushrod vs. Lawrence McNemarra.","Survey by James Thomas, surveyor of Westmoreland County.","Addressed to N. Herbert of Alexandria.","Two print forms from the Commonwealth of Virginia from the case Washington vs. Hite.","Legal advise from Edmund Pendelton to John Augustine Washington regarding a land dispute with Fauntleroy. Lists items to prove to solidify case including deaths of previous owners. Notes survey details of land in question. Feels confident the case will be successful. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Docketed \"Rough Draft of my lands in Berkley with observations of no consequence to any body but myself. C Washington.\"","A plat showing 131 lots and street names in Bath at Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. The lots are listed with their owners' names and prices. The plat includes lots owned by Gen. Washington and W. Fairfax.","Surveyed by Chris Collins.","Docketed \"Frederick Land Papers\" with plat on verso.","Surveyed by Robert Brook.","Three copies of the will of John Bushrod of Westmoreland County with notes by Bushrod Washington for the case Washington vs. Fauntleroy.","An inventory listing household items, furniture, 4 enslaved persons, and animals. With a note by Mildred Bushrod that she received the listed articles from John Augustine Washington on July 27, 1761.","A copy of Bushrod Washington's will in the Fairfax County Court. Includes instructions for the division of the Mount Vernon property, library, and enslaved population, with instructions that land should be given to West Ford.","A manuscript copy of the last will and testament of Hannah Bushrod Washington, in which she specifies that her body be left out until it putrefies so that she is not buried alive. In her will, Hannah specifies that West Ford, the son of an enslaved woman named Venus, should be inoculated from smallpox, apprenticed to a tradesman, and freed at the age of twenty-one.","A \"true\" manuscript copy made from the original, which is dated July 8, 1830. In his will, John Augustine gives his wife Jane the power to dispose of any of his enslaved workers who are disobedient to her after his death. He also stipulates that his children may sell the Mount Vernon estate to the government if Congress wants it.","Printed form with manuscript inputs. Signed on verso B. Washington. Insurance application for Bushrod's residence Belvedary in Richmond City in the county of Henrico. Includes a plan of three buildings – a kitchen, dwelling, and office.","Autograph document in the hand of James Mercer, with an autograph signed note. With integral address panel addressed to George Washington Esq, \"present.\" This memorial or petition was sent by Washington to Dunmore to request additional surveys of the Kanawha lands granted to Virginia veterans of the French and Indian War.","Autograph document. A list of household goods and animals sold at Selby, with an additional list of the sale of the enslaved workers Abraham, Caeser, Siphah, Robin, Daniel, Toby, Harry, and Moses.","Four letters related to Bushrod Washington's involvement in the American Bible Society.","Letter informing Bushrod Washington he has been named Vice President of the American Sunday School Union, 1829 June 2","Letter from Edward Everett informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Bunker Hill Monument Association.","Contains 2 items:\n \nConstitution of the Philadelphia Southern Society, 1818 May 13 - a rinted pamphlet, 4 pages, with manuscript additions to the list of members.\n \nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Philadelphia Southern Society.","Letter to Bushrod Washington asking for financial support.","Contains 3 letters:\n \nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Peithesophian Society of Rutgers College, 1829 October 3\n \nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that Harvard University has conferred on him the honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws, 1828 March 3\n \nLetter inviting Bushrod Washington to become an honorary member of the Franklin Society of Penn University, 1824 June 31","Addressed to the President of the United States, Mount Vernon, and docketed \"cement\" in George Washington's hand.","Autograph document, docketed by Bushrod Washington.","Autograph document in the hand of Elizabeth Powel, docketed by Bushrod Washington. Addressed to Judge Washington \"with Mrs. Powels best wishes.\"","For land in the Northern Neck of Virginia.","Autograph document signed. With note on verso by the wife of Robert Worthington that she received four pounds seven shillings from Major Lawrence Washington for lease of the land. Dated 1741 October 14.","Autograph document. Fragile with tape repairs and loss of text.","Autograph document signed John Waller. For the sale of one acre of land and a house in Fredericksburgh in the County of Spotsylvania. With partial manuscript transcription written on Washington State Senate stationary, dated 1950.","Autograph document signed. For land in Fredrick County.","Autograph document signed by John Augustine Washington, Charles Washington, and George A. Washington. For land in Fredericksburg leased by John Augustine to his mother, Mary Ball Washington.","Autograph document. Copy of indenture for land in Fairfax County.","Autograph document signed. 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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.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe collection is organized in the following series and subseries:\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSeries 1. Correspondence (Arranged alphabetically by creator's last name then chronologically, with undated materials listed last.) \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSeries 2. Legal Documents (Six subseries: Estate Matters, Financial Agreements, Land Disputes, Plats, Wills, and Other)\n\u003cbl\u003e\u003c/bl\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSeries 3. Social\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSeries 4. Miscellaneous\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSeries 5. Indenture Notices (Land Deeds)\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Arrangement"],"arrangement_tesim":["The collection is organized in the following series and subseries:","Series 1. Correspondence (Arranged alphabetically by creator's last name then chronologically, with undated materials listed last.) ","Series 2. Legal Documents (Six subseries: Estate Matters, Financial Agreements, Land Disputes, Plats, Wills, and Other)\n","Series 3. Social","Series 4. Miscellaneous","Series 5. Indenture Notices (Land Deeds)"],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington (1762-1829): Bushrod was the son of Hannah Bushrod and John Augustine Washington, the younger brother of George Washington. Upon the death of Martha Washington, Bushrod inherited the Mount Vernon estate. A graduate of the College of William and Mary, Bushrod served as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. He was joined on the Supreme Court by his long-time friend, John Marshall. Justices Washington and Marshall  met while attending law lectures given by George Wythe at the College of William and Mary. Bushrod and his wife, Julia Ann Blackburn, had no children, but raised three of their nephews. One nephew, John Augustine Washington II (1789-1832), inherited Mount Vernon from Bushrod.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["Bushrod Washington (1762-1829): Bushrod was the son of Hannah Bushrod and John Augustine Washington, the younger brother of George Washington. Upon the death of Martha Washington, Bushrod inherited the Mount Vernon estate. A graduate of the College of William and Mary, Bushrod served as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. He was joined on the Supreme Court by his long-time friend, John Marshall. Justices Washington and Marshall  met while attending law lectures given by George Wythe at the College of William and Mary. Bushrod and his wife, Julia Ann Blackburn, had no children, but raised three of their nephews. One nephew, John Augustine Washington II (1789-1832), inherited Mount Vernon from Bushrod."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePurchased by the A. Alfred Taubman Acquisition Endowment Fund, 2011.\u003c/p\u003e"],"custodhist_heading_ssm":["Custodial History"],"custodhist_tesim":["Purchased by the A. Alfred Taubman Acquisition Endowment Fund, 2011."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Bushrod Washington 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], Bushrod Washington family papers, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eAdditional manuscripts related to Bushrod Washington and his family can be found in the George Washington Collection, Martha Washington Collection, Historic Manuscript Collection, Elswyth Thane Beebe Collection of Washington Family Papers, and Potomac Navigation Company Records.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["Additional manuscripts related to Bushrod Washington and his family can be found in the George Washington Collection, Martha Washington Collection, Historic Manuscript Collection, Elswyth Thane Beebe Collection of Washington Family Papers, and Potomac Navigation Company Records."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe Bushrod Washington Family Papers consist of documents gathered by the descendants of the first President of the United States, George Washington. The collection comprises an assortment of correspondence and legal documents documenting the lives and property ownership of several branches of the Washington family. The collection is organized into five series: Correspondence, Legal Documents, Social, Miscellaneous, and Indenture Notices (Land Deeds).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe Correspondence series, circa 1780-1835, contains letters mostly written to Bushrod Washington, executor of George Washington's estate and inheritor of Mount Vernon. While some were written by friends of Bushrod Washington, most are from his brother and his many nieces and nephews.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eOf the letters not written to Bushrod Washington, the largest portion were written by Bushrod Corbin Washington, his wife Anna Maria, and their daughter Hannah to their son, Cadet Thomas Washington, who was stationed in Middletown, Connecticut. Most often, when one of the three would pen a letter, the other two would add a quick greeting in whatever space remained. Among the famous Virginians with whom Bushrod Washington corresponded are Richard Channing Moore, George Spotswood, and George Wythe.\nAll of the letters are in alphabetical order by the last name of the correspondent, with undated materials at the end.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLegal Documents, 1719-1835, contains six subseries: Estate Matters, Financial Agreements, Land Disputes, Plats, Wills, and Other. Issues arising after the death of a family member can be found in the Estate Matters subseries. The estate of George Washington was perhaps the most disputed, with legal proceedings occurring thirty years following his death. Loans and sales of property are the focus of the Financial Agreements subseries. At least two family members were involved with land disputes over the years. The Land Disputes subseries records the disputes of Richard Bushrod and John Augustine Washington. Surveys, or Plats, were the primary tool for settling such disputes and can be found in the next subseries. The Wills of several family members provide data regarding the families' possessions. This subseries contains wills written by ten family members. In addition to household items and distribution of land, these wills also dictate the owners' desires regarding who would inherit slaves. Four other documents, not closely resembling any of the other legal pieces comprise their own subseries. When possible, all of the Legal Documents are listed in alphabetical order by the last name of the creator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, a well-respected Judge, was active in affairs aside from running his family estate. Evidence of these can be found in the Social series, 1816-1829. The American Bible Society and the Bunker Hill Monument Association were among the organizations in which Judge Washington was involved.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA formula for cement, mailed to the President of the United States, Mount Vernon, and recipes highlight the Miscellaneous series, 1795 and undated.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSome of the oldest material in the collection is found in the Indenture Notices (Land Deeds) series, 1662-1814. These documents relate the history of land ownership among the Bushrod and Washington families, as well as several of their neighbors and associates. While technically legal documents, the size of several of the deeds precludes their being stored alongside the papers of the Legal Documents series. Arranged chronologically, the Indenture Notices specify all the details of the transaction, including the amount of land, location, and purchase price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Urbain Babier\" with integral address panel. Babier writes in a mixture of French and English to Bushrod admonishing him for being a slave holder. Docketed by Bushrod on verso \"anonymous and... impertinent.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter from the brother of Bushrod's wife, Julia Ann Blackburn Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Caldwell asks Bushrod for help gathering information for biographies he is writing of John Randolph and Captain Lewis Warrington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Hamilton writes about her husband Alexander Hamilton's legacy and invites Bushrod and his wife to stay with her next time they are in New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter delivered by William Hodgson, an English gentleman touring America. Elizabeth Hamilton writes to Bushrod about news from New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHerbert writes that Elizabeth Hamilton is hoping to acquire some of the correspondence between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Episcopal clergyman Richard Channing Moore writes to Bushrod that he might become the rector of a church in Richmond. In 1814, Moore was elected bishop of the Diocese of Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mrs. Preto asks Bushrod if he has any influence with Martin Van Buren in the State Department to get a job for her husband.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA distant relative of Bushrod's wife writes to ask for assistance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA distant relative of Bushrod's wife writes a second time to ask for assistance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript list in the hand of Jared Sparks of all the papers of George Washington taken by Sparks from Mount Vernon. A note on the verso signed by Bushrod states that the papers were shipped on 13 June 1827 aboard the schooner Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Bushrod Corbin Washington, executor of the estate of Bushrod Washington, in response to his inquiries about Sparks's progress on his publication of the writings of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Spotswood writes Bushrod asking his help help getting a job with the Jackson administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter with integral address panel. Story shares his opinion on various court cases with Bushrod.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter addressed to \"My Dear Uncle\" from the wife of Bushrod Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Bushrod writes about the sale of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. Bushrod writes to General Jan Pieter van Suchtelen, the Russian Minister at Stockholm, in response to his request for \"manuscript specimens of the handwriting of some of our most illustrious citizens.\" Bushrod says he is sending manuscripts written by John Marshall, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, John Jay, and George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Bushrod asks Marshall to look through the Washington letters in his possession and send any related to Alexander Hamilton  to Mrs. Elizabeth Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Draft copy. Bushrod tells Elizabeth Hamilton that he has written to Chief Justice John Marshall about the Alexander Hamilton and George Washington correspondence that she has requested.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Draft copy. Bushrod writes to James Hamilton about correspondence between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton that was requested by Mrs. Elizabeth Hamilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Corbin Washington writes his uncle that he is on the trail of Charles and Nathan, two of Bushrod's enslaved workers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Three letters on one leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father, sister, and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 5 letters on one sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister, mother, and cousins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper written to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his mother and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, sister, and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addresed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, mother, and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, father, and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister. Bushrod Corbin writes that he has returned from Richmond to find all his family and friends well, \"both white and black.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, mother, and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his mother and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother. Also contains doodled signatures of Archibald Fairfax and Bushrod W. Herbert, and Noblet Herbert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on a single leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, sister, and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Hannah mentions Thomas visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father, mother, and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and cousin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panels. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister, mother, and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, sister, and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Corbin writes that he had planned to visit Bushrod in Philadelphia but lacks the funds and clothing. He asks on behalf of their father if Bushrod can send books: Horace, Euclid, Cicero's Orations, and a Westminster Greek grammar published in 1754.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Corbin writes that his wife has almost died from \"very severe epileptic fits.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. With additional sheet signed by Corbin describing Walnut Farm in Westmoreland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddress panel addressed to Bushrod by Corbin Washington. The letter is not extant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on 1 leaf of paper written to Bushrod by his mother and father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. With additional leaf of paper in another hand addressed to \"my dear son.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was sent \"By Jeremiah.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, undated, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddress panel with note on verso about the prices of tea and sugar in Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Lund writes about crops and horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. From \"Samuel George Washington\" to his father, Bushrod Washington. Bushrod had no children and dockets the letter on verso, \"From some fool or knave calling himself Samuel F. Washington \u0026amp; my son.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn inventory of the furniture from John Augustine Washington's estate at Bushfield, which was divided between his wife Hannah and their two sons, Corbin and Bushrod. This document is located within Box 4 (oversized).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of land, including new patents in Frederick City, left to Samuel Washington and John Augustine Washington by their older half-brother Lawrence Washington. The list also notes that 3,569 acres were given to Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his uncle about payments received from the Estate of General George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph leter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his uncle about payments received from the Estate of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Ludwell Lee writes on behalf of his brother about a debt due to the estate of George Washington. Lee writes that is brother is unable to pay the debt at the moment because he has recently purchased \"some Negroes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Copy. Bushrod writes to a son of Alexander Spotswood regarding payment owed to the estate of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter with free franked address panel. Rives writes regarding debts owed by his neighbor to Bushrod, as well as the sale of land from the estate of George Washington near the Dismal Swamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter regarding the payment of debts owed to the estate of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph leter signed with integral address panel. Letter regarding the payment of debt owed to the estate of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Lee writes about debts owed to the estate of General Washington and mentions visiting Bushrod at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of taxes on 8,857 acres of land owned by the estate of George Washington in 1802.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Lewis writes that Samuel Washington has requested the patent for the tract of land on the Kanahwa.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of \"George Washington's Executors against L. W. McCarty Spotswood \u0026amp; others and Mary D. Washington against George Washington's Executors.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso by Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaken by William Grayson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote regarding money owed by Fitzhugh's father for land in Charles County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrapper docketed \"Title papers on the Ohio \u0026amp; Kanhawa Lands which the Legatees have divided...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on the sale of Lot 5 to A. Parke, Lots 12 and 13 to Thomas Peter, and Lot 14 to George S. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of accounts title \"Condensed Statement A\" showing credit, cash, and balances with the W. L. McCarty Spotswood, Washington Thornton, H. Fitzhugh, J. N. Ashton, Mary D. Washington, Samuel Washington, Robert Lewis, George Washington Parke Custis, Bushrod Corbin Washington, Thomas Peter, Fayette Ball, Lawrence Lewis, Bushrod Washington, and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of accounts showing credit, cash, and balances with the W. L. McCarty Spotswood, Washington Thornton, H. Fitzhugh, J. N. Ashton, Mary D. Washington, Samuel Washington, Robert Lewis, George Washington Parke Custis, Bushrod Corbin Washington, Thomas Peter, Fayette Ball, Lawrence Lewis, Bushrod Washington, and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey and plat of George Washington's Bullskin farm and land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document in unidentified hand, recording \"confidential communication\" received from Bushrod Washington with instructions for his burial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed R. J. Taylor. In his will, Bushrod Washington instructed that his law books be retained at Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington II until his nephew Bushrod Washington Herbert turns twenty-one. Then, Herbert will inherit the books if at that time he is \"destined to the bar\" and determined to practice law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA copy from the County Court of Fairfax of the division of the slaves and stocks from the estate of Bushrod Washington amongst his nephews. Includes a list of the names of the enslaved persons that went to each nephew, with their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document in the hand of John Augustine Washington II, 20 pages. Includes a list of enslaved workers and household goods listed by room, with some notes on to whom they were bequeathed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond of indenture witnessed and signed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed by Bushrod Washington and Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee, conveying the estate of Belvidere to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed by Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee. An agreement about a road connecting the Belvedire estate to a canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement about renting a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement for the conveyance of lands in Westmoreland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUndated bond between Robert Throckmorton and John Augustine Washington regarding the sale of land. Witnessed and signed by James Rumsey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey created by James Thomas for the action of trespass in the legal case Richard Bushrod vs. Lawrence McNemarra.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey by James Thomas, surveyor of Westmoreland County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddressed to N. Herbert of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo print forms from the Commonwealth of Virginia from the case Washington vs. Hite.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal advise from Edmund Pendelton to John Augustine Washington regarding a land dispute with Fauntleroy. Lists items to prove to solidify case including deaths of previous owners. Notes survey details of land in question. Feels confident the case will be successful. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"Rough Draft of my lands in Berkley with observations of no consequence to any body but myself. C Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA plat showing 131 lots and street names in Bath at Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. The lots are listed with their owners' names and prices. The plat includes lots owned by Gen. Washington and W. Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveyed by Chris Collins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"Frederick Land Papers\" with plat on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveyed by Robert Brook.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree copies of the will of John Bushrod of Westmoreland County with notes by Bushrod Washington for the case Washington vs. Fauntleroy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn inventory listing household items, furniture, 4 enslaved persons, and animals. With a note by Mildred Bushrod that she received the listed articles from John Augustine Washington on July 27, 1761.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA copy of Bushrod Washington's will in the Fairfax County Court. Includes instructions for the division of the Mount Vernon property, library, and enslaved population, with instructions that land should be given to West Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript copy of the last will and testament of Hannah Bushrod Washington, in which she specifies that her body be left out until it putrefies so that she is not buried alive. In her will, Hannah specifies that West Ford, the son of an enslaved woman named Venus, should be inoculated from smallpox, apprenticed to a tradesman, and freed at the age of twenty-one.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA \"true\" manuscript copy made from the original, which is dated July 8, 1830. In his will, John Augustine gives his wife Jane the power to dispose of any of his enslaved workers who are disobedient to her after his death. He also stipulates that his children may sell the Mount Vernon estate to the government if Congress wants it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript inputs. Signed on verso B. Washington. Insurance application for Bushrod's residence Belvedary in Richmond City in the county of Henrico. Includes a plan of three buildings – a kitchen, dwelling, and office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document in the hand of James Mercer, with an autograph signed note. With integral address panel addressed to George Washington Esq, \"present.\" This memorial or petition was sent by Washington to Dunmore to request additional surveys of the Kanawha lands granted to Virginia veterans of the French and Indian War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document. A list of household goods and animals sold at Selby, with an additional list of the sale of the enslaved workers Abraham, Caeser, Siphah, Robin, Daniel, Toby, Harry, and Moses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour letters related to Bushrod Washington's involvement in the American Bible Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter informing Bushrod Washington he has been named Vice President of the American Sunday School Union, 1829 June 2\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Edward Everett informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Bunker Hill Monument Association.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains 2 items:\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\nConstitution of the Philadelphia Southern Society, 1818 May 13 - a rinted pamphlet, 4 pages, with manuscript additions to the list of members.\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Philadelphia Southern Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Bushrod Washington asking for financial support.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains 3 letters:\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Peithesophian Society of Rutgers College, 1829 October 3\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that Harvard University has conferred on him the honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws, 1828 March 3\n\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e\nLetter inviting Bushrod Washington to become an honorary member of the Franklin Society of Penn University, 1824 June 31\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddressed to the President of the United States, Mount Vernon, and docketed \"cement\" in George Washington's hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, docketed by Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document in the hand of Elizabeth Powel, docketed by Bushrod Washington. Addressed to Judge Washington \"with Mrs. Powels best wishes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor land in the Northern Neck of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed. With note on verso by the wife of Robert Worthington that she received four pounds seven shillings from Major Lawrence Washington for lease of the land. Dated 1741 October 14.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document. Fragile with tape repairs and loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed John Waller. For the sale of one acre of land and a house in Fredericksburgh in the County of Spotsylvania. With partial manuscript transcription written on Washington State Senate stationary, dated 1950.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed. For land in Fredrick County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed by John Augustine Washington, Charles Washington, and George A. Washington. For land in Fredericksburg leased by John Augustine to his mother, Mary Ball Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document. Copy of indenture for land in Fairfax County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed. 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The collection comprises an assortment of correspondence and legal documents documenting the lives and property ownership of several branches of the Washington family. The collection is organized into five series: Correspondence, Legal Documents, Social, Miscellaneous, and Indenture Notices (Land Deeds).","The Correspondence series, circa 1780-1835, contains letters mostly written to Bushrod Washington, executor of George Washington's estate and inheritor of Mount Vernon. While some were written by friends of Bushrod Washington, most are from his brother and his many nieces and nephews.","Of the letters not written to Bushrod Washington, the largest portion were written by Bushrod Corbin Washington, his wife Anna Maria, and their daughter Hannah to their son, Cadet Thomas Washington, who was stationed in Middletown, Connecticut. Most often, when one of the three would pen a letter, the other two would add a quick greeting in whatever space remained. Among the famous Virginians with whom Bushrod Washington corresponded are Richard Channing Moore, George Spotswood, and George Wythe.\nAll of the letters are in alphabetical order by the last name of the correspondent, with undated materials at the end.","Legal Documents, 1719-1835, contains six subseries: Estate Matters, Financial Agreements, Land Disputes, Plats, Wills, and Other. Issues arising after the death of a family member can be found in the Estate Matters subseries. The estate of George Washington was perhaps the most disputed, with legal proceedings occurring thirty years following his death. Loans and sales of property are the focus of the Financial Agreements subseries. At least two family members were involved with land disputes over the years. The Land Disputes subseries records the disputes of Richard Bushrod and John Augustine Washington. Surveys, or Plats, were the primary tool for settling such disputes and can be found in the next subseries. The Wills of several family members provide data regarding the families' possessions. This subseries contains wills written by ten family members. In addition to household items and distribution of land, these wills also dictate the owners' desires regarding who would inherit slaves. Four other documents, not closely resembling any of the other legal pieces comprise their own subseries. When possible, all of the Legal Documents are listed in alphabetical order by the last name of the creator.","Bushrod Washington, a well-respected Judge, was active in affairs aside from running his family estate. Evidence of these can be found in the Social series, 1816-1829. The American Bible Society and the Bunker Hill Monument Association were among the organizations in which Judge Washington was involved.","A formula for cement, mailed to the President of the United States, Mount Vernon, and recipes highlight the Miscellaneous series, 1795 and undated.","Some of the oldest material in the collection is found in the Indenture Notices (Land Deeds) series, 1662-1814. These documents relate the history of land ownership among the Bushrod and Washington families, as well as several of their neighbors and associates. While technically legal documents, the size of several of the deeds precludes their being stored alongside the papers of the Legal Documents series. Arranged chronologically, the Indenture Notices specify all the details of the transaction, including the amount of land, location, and purchase price.","Autograph letter signed \"Urbain Babier\" with integral address panel. Babier writes in a mixture of French and English to Bushrod admonishing him for being a slave holder. Docketed by Bushrod on verso \"anonymous and... impertinent.\"","A letter from the brother of Bushrod's wife, Julia Ann Blackburn Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Caldwell asks Bushrod for help gathering information for biographies he is writing of John Randolph and Captain Lewis Warrington.","Elizabeth Hamilton writes about her husband Alexander Hamilton's legacy and invites Bushrod and his wife to stay with her next time they are in New York.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter delivered by William Hodgson, an English gentleman touring America. Elizabeth Hamilton writes to Bushrod about news from New York.","Herbert writes that Elizabeth Hamilton is hoping to acquire some of the correspondence between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed. Episcopal clergyman Richard Channing Moore writes to Bushrod that he might become the rector of a church in Richmond. In 1814, Moore was elected bishop of the Diocese of Richmond.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mrs. Preto asks Bushrod if he has any influence with Martin Van Buren in the State Department to get a job for her husband.","A distant relative of Bushrod's wife writes to ask for assistance.","A distant relative of Bushrod's wife writes a second time to ask for assistance.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Manuscript list in the hand of Jared Sparks of all the papers of George Washington taken by Sparks from Mount Vernon. A note on the verso signed by Bushrod states that the papers were shipped on 13 June 1827 aboard the schooner Alexandria.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Bushrod Corbin Washington, executor of the estate of Bushrod Washington, in response to his inquiries about Sparks's progress on his publication of the writings of George Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Spotswood writes Bushrod asking his help help getting a job with the Jackson administration.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter with integral address panel. Story shares his opinion on various court cases with Bushrod.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter addressed to \"My Dear Uncle\" from the wife of Bushrod Corbin Washington.","Draft copy. Bushrod writes about the sale of land.","Draft copy.","Draft copy. Bushrod writes to General Jan Pieter van Suchtelen, the Russian Minister at Stockholm, in response to his request for \"manuscript specimens of the handwriting of some of our most illustrious citizens.\" Bushrod says he is sending manuscripts written by John Marshall, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, John Jay, and George Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Bushrod asks Marshall to look through the Washington letters in his possession and send any related to Alexander Hamilton  to Mrs. Elizabeth Hamilton.","Autograph letter signed. Draft copy. Bushrod tells Elizabeth Hamilton that he has written to Chief Justice John Marshall about the Alexander Hamilton and George Washington correspondence that she has requested.","Autograph letter signed. Draft copy. Bushrod writes to James Hamilton about correspondence between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton that was requested by Mrs. Elizabeth Hamilton.","Draft copy.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Corbin Washington writes his uncle that he is on the trail of Charles and Nathan, two of Bushrod's enslaved workers.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Three letters on one leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father, sister, and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 5 letters on one sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister, mother, and cousins.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper written to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his mother and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, sister, and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addresed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, mother, and sister.","3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, father, and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister. Bushrod Corbin writes that he has returned from Richmond to find all his family and friends well, \"both white and black.\"","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, mother, and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother. Also contains doodled signatures of Archibald Fairfax and Bushrod W. Herbert, and Noblet Herbert.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on a single leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father, sister, and mother.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed. Hannah mentions Thomas visiting Mount Vernon.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of papers addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father, mother, and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and cousin.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panels. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister, mother, and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed. 2 letters on one leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his sister and mother.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and mother.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. Two letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and mother.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington by his father and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his father and sister.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 3 letters on a single leaf of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother, sister, and father.","Autograph letters signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on a single sheet of paper addressed to Thomas Blackburn Washington from his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Corbin writes that he had planned to visit Bushrod in Philadelphia but lacks the funds and clothing. He asks on behalf of their father if Bushrod can send books: Horace, Euclid, Cicero's Orations, and a Westminster Greek grammar published in 1754.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed. Corbin writes that his wife has almost died from \"very severe epileptic fits.\"","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. With additional sheet signed by Corbin describing Walnut Farm in Westmoreland County.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Address panel addressed to Bushrod by Corbin Washington. The letter is not extant.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. 2 letters on 1 leaf of paper written to Bushrod by his mother and father.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. With additional leaf of paper in another hand addressed to \"my dear son.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was sent \"By Jeremiah.\"","Autograph letter signed, undated, with integral address panel.","Address panel with note on verso about the prices of tea and sugar in Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed. Lund writes about crops and horses.","Autograph letter signed. From \"Samuel George Washington\" to his father, Bushrod Washington. Bushrod had no children and dockets the letter on verso, \"From some fool or knave calling himself Samuel F. Washington \u0026 my son.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Autograph letter signed.","An inventory of the furniture from John Augustine Washington's estate at Bushfield, which was divided between his wife Hannah and their two sons, Corbin and Bushrod. This document is located within Box 4 (oversized).","List of land, including new patents in Frederick City, left to Samuel Washington and John Augustine Washington by their older half-brother Lawrence Washington. The list also notes that 3,569 acres were given to Charles Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his uncle about payments received from the Estate of General George Washington.","Autograph leter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his uncle about payments received from the Estate of George Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Ludwell Lee writes on behalf of his brother about a debt due to the estate of George Washington. Lee writes that is brother is unable to pay the debt at the moment because he has recently purchased \"some Negroes.\"","Autograph letter signed. Copy. Bushrod writes to a son of Alexander Spotswood regarding payment owed to the estate of George Washington.","Autograph letter with free franked address panel. Rives writes regarding debts owed by his neighbor to Bushrod, as well as the sale of land from the estate of George Washington near the Dismal Swamp.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Letter regarding the payment of debts owed to the estate of George Washington.","Autograph leter signed with integral address panel. Letter regarding the payment of debt owed to the estate of George Washington.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Lee writes about debts owed to the estate of General Washington and mentions visiting Bushrod at Mount Vernon.","A list of taxes on 8,857 acres of land owned by the estate of George Washington in 1802.","Autograph letter signed. Lewis writes that Samuel Washington has requested the patent for the tract of land on the Kanahwa.","Manuscript copy of \"George Washington's Executors against L. W. McCarty Spotswood \u0026 others and Mary D. Washington against George Washington's Executors.\"","Autograph document signed \"Bush. Washington.\"","Docketed on verso by Bushrod Washington.","Taken by William Grayson.","Note regarding money owed by Fitzhugh's father for land in Charles County.","Wrapper docketed \"Title papers on the Ohio \u0026 Kanhawa Lands which the Legatees have divided...\"","Note on the sale of Lot 5 to A. Parke, Lots 12 and 13 to Thomas Peter, and Lot 14 to George S. Washington.","List of accounts title \"Condensed Statement A\" showing credit, cash, and balances with the W. L. McCarty Spotswood, Washington Thornton, H. Fitzhugh, J. N. Ashton, Mary D. Washington, Samuel Washington, Robert Lewis, George Washington Parke Custis, Bushrod Corbin Washington, Thomas Peter, Fayette Ball, Lawrence Lewis, Bushrod Washington, and others.","List of accounts showing credit, cash, and balances with the W. L. McCarty Spotswood, Washington Thornton, H. Fitzhugh, J. N. Ashton, Mary D. Washington, Samuel Washington, Robert Lewis, George Washington Parke Custis, Bushrod Corbin Washington, Thomas Peter, Fayette Ball, Lawrence Lewis, Bushrod Washington, and others.","Survey and plat of George Washington's Bullskin farm and land in Jefferson County.","Autograph document in unidentified hand, recording \"confidential communication\" received from Bushrod Washington with instructions for his burial.","Autograph document signed R. J. Taylor. In his will, Bushrod Washington instructed that his law books be retained at Mount Vernon by John Augustine Washington II until his nephew Bushrod Washington Herbert turns twenty-one. Then, Herbert will inherit the books if at that time he is \"destined to the bar\" and determined to practice law.","A copy from the County Court of Fairfax of the division of the slaves and stocks from the estate of Bushrod Washington amongst his nephews. Includes a list of the names of the enslaved persons that went to each nephew, with their values.","Autograph document in the hand of John Augustine Washington II, 20 pages. Includes a list of enslaved workers and household goods listed by room, with some notes on to whom they were bequeathed.","Bond of indenture witnessed and signed by Charles Washington.","Autograph document signed by Bushrod Washington and Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee, conveying the estate of Belvidere to Washington.","Autograph document signed by Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee. An agreement about a road connecting the Belvedire estate to a canal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","Agreement about renting a house.","Agreement for the conveyance of lands in Westmoreland County.","Undated bond between Robert Throckmorton and John Augustine Washington regarding the sale of land. Witnessed and signed by James Rumsey.","Survey created by James Thomas for the action of trespass in the legal case Richard Bushrod vs. Lawrence McNemarra.","Survey by James Thomas, surveyor of Westmoreland County.","Addressed to N. Herbert of Alexandria.","Two print forms from the Commonwealth of Virginia from the case Washington vs. Hite.","Legal advise from Edmund Pendelton to John Augustine Washington regarding a land dispute with Fauntleroy. Lists items to prove to solidify case including deaths of previous owners. Notes survey details of land in question. Feels confident the case will be successful. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Docketed \"Rough Draft of my lands in Berkley with observations of no consequence to any body but myself. C Washington.\"","A plat showing 131 lots and street names in Bath at Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. The lots are listed with their owners' names and prices. The plat includes lots owned by Gen. Washington and W. Fairfax.","Surveyed by Chris Collins.","Docketed \"Frederick Land Papers\" with plat on verso.","Surveyed by Robert Brook.","Three copies of the will of John Bushrod of Westmoreland County with notes by Bushrod Washington for the case Washington vs. Fauntleroy.","An inventory listing household items, furniture, 4 enslaved persons, and animals. With a note by Mildred Bushrod that she received the listed articles from John Augustine Washington on July 27, 1761.","A copy of Bushrod Washington's will in the Fairfax County Court. Includes instructions for the division of the Mount Vernon property, library, and enslaved population, with instructions that land should be given to West Ford.","A manuscript copy of the last will and testament of Hannah Bushrod Washington, in which she specifies that her body be left out until it putrefies so that she is not buried alive. In her will, Hannah specifies that West Ford, the son of an enslaved woman named Venus, should be inoculated from smallpox, apprenticed to a tradesman, and freed at the age of twenty-one.","A \"true\" manuscript copy made from the original, which is dated July 8, 1830. In his will, John Augustine gives his wife Jane the power to dispose of any of his enslaved workers who are disobedient to her after his death. He also stipulates that his children may sell the Mount Vernon estate to the government if Congress wants it.","Printed form with manuscript inputs. Signed on verso B. Washington. Insurance application for Bushrod's residence Belvedary in Richmond City in the county of Henrico. Includes a plan of three buildings – a kitchen, dwelling, and office.","Autograph document in the hand of James Mercer, with an autograph signed note. With integral address panel addressed to George Washington Esq, \"present.\" This memorial or petition was sent by Washington to Dunmore to request additional surveys of the Kanawha lands granted to Virginia veterans of the French and Indian War.","Autograph document. A list of household goods and animals sold at Selby, with an additional list of the sale of the enslaved workers Abraham, Caeser, Siphah, Robin, Daniel, Toby, Harry, and Moses.","Four letters related to Bushrod Washington's involvement in the American Bible Society.","Letter informing Bushrod Washington he has been named Vice President of the American Sunday School Union, 1829 June 2","Letter from Edward Everett informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Bunker Hill Monument Association.","Contains 2 items:\n \nConstitution of the Philadelphia Southern Society, 1818 May 13 - a rinted pamphlet, 4 pages, with manuscript additions to the list of members.\n \nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Philadelphia Southern Society.","Letter to Bushrod Washington asking for financial support.","Contains 3 letters:\n \nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that he has been named an honorary member of the Peithesophian Society of Rutgers College, 1829 October 3\n \nLetter informing Bushrod Washington that Harvard University has conferred on him the honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws, 1828 March 3\n \nLetter inviting Bushrod Washington to become an honorary member of the Franklin Society of Penn University, 1824 June 31","Addressed to the President of the United States, Mount Vernon, and docketed \"cement\" in George Washington's hand.","Autograph document, docketed by Bushrod Washington.","Autograph document in the hand of Elizabeth Powel, docketed by Bushrod Washington. Addressed to Judge Washington \"with Mrs. Powels best wishes.\"","For land in the Northern Neck of Virginia.","Autograph document signed. With note on verso by the wife of Robert Worthington that she received four pounds seven shillings from Major Lawrence Washington for lease of the land. Dated 1741 October 14.","Autograph document. Fragile with tape repairs and loss of text.","Autograph document signed John Waller. For the sale of one acre of land and a house in Fredericksburgh in the County of Spotsylvania. With partial manuscript transcription written on Washington State Senate stationary, dated 1950.","Autograph document signed. For land in Fredrick County.","Autograph document signed by John Augustine Washington, Charles Washington, and George A. Washington. For land in Fredericksburg leased by John Augustine to his mother, Mary Ball Washington.","Autograph document. Copy of indenture for land in Fairfax County.","Autograph document signed. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Organization: This collection is organized into 5 series. Series 1 contains papers of the Powell Family; Series 2 contains copies of historical letters; Series 3 contains legal papers; Series 4 contains cartes de visites; and Series 5 contains diaries, record books, and other miscellaneous volumes. Arrangement: This collection is primarily arranged chronologically by date.","Cuthbert Powell (1775-1849) was born in Middleburg, Loudoun County, Virginia to parents Leven Powell (1737-1810) and Sarah (Harrison) Powell. He was one of eleven children. Cuthbert made his fortune alongside his brother, Leven Powell, Jr. (1772-1807), as a merchant and ship owner. He retired to \"Llangollen,\" Loudoun County, Virginia in 1812 after a decline in business. Later he was elected to serve in both houses of the Virginia General Assembly; the Virginia State Senate in 1829 and the Virginia House of Delegates in 1840. In 1788, Cuthbert married Catherine Simms, daughter of Col. Charles Simms. The couple had ten children including; Anne Maria Powell (1800-1885), who married 1st cousin Dr. William Levin Powell; Dr. Llewellen Powell (1802-1870), who married cousin Sarah Elizabeth Harrison; Charles Leven Powell (1804-1896), who married Selina Lloyd; Mary Emily Powell (b.1807), who married cousin Cuthbert Powell and later Rev. George Adie; Ellen Douglas Powell (1813- 1862) who married Judge William H. Gray; Cuthbert Harrison Powell (1814-1897); and Jane Simms (Fanny) Powell, who married Wellington Gordon. Further information about this individual or organization may be available in the Special Collections Research Center Wiki:  .","Other Information:","Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00085.frame","Included with the finding aid is \"The Powell and Lloyd Families of Alexandria, Virginia\" by Frank Snowden Hopkins (1988),","When available, microfilm, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents."," See:  Southern Women and their Families in the 19 th  Century Papers and Diaries Series C Reel # 04,05,06,07 in Swem Library's microforms area, call number HQ1438 .V5 S68","Leven Powell Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary; include the correspondence of Leven Powell (1737-1810), who was the father of Cuthbert Powell (1775-1849). Leven Powell served in the American Revolution, Virginia House of Delegates and U. S. House of Representatives. Leven Powell Papers, 1774-1806. 93 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 P87"," Tabb-Powell Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Tabb-Powell Papers, 1797-1894.1,847 items. Collection Number: Mss. 65 T14Geographic interest includes; Alexandria, Leesburg, Winchester, and central Virginia; and Henry [Marshall County] Illinois.","Letters and papers of Charles Leven Powell, his wife Selina (Lloyd) Powell and children of Loudoun County, Virginia; Henry, Illinois; Winchester, Virginia; and Alexandria, Virginia.","There are also included papers of Charles Leven Powell's father, Cuthbert Powell. Prominent correspondents include Johns Hopkins, Eleanor Agnes Lee, Fitzhugh Lee, George Washington Custis Lee, Mary Anna Randolph (Custis) Lee, Hunter Holmes McGuire and James Monroe.","Letters concern Robert Young Conrad, Hunter Holmes McGuire, civilian affairs during the Civil War, the Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid, freedmen, Reconstruction, and the education of women. Many letters are written by women.","In addition, there are a number of letters from and concerning members of the Dupuy family of Prince Edward County, Winchester, Virginia including Robert Young Conrad (president of the Virginia Secession Convention) and his son Holmes Conrad (U. S. Congressman)."," \nIncluded with the finding aid is \"The Powell and Lloyd Families of Alexandria, Virginia\" by Frank Snowden Hopkins (1988)."," \nSee also  Southern Women and their Families in the 19 th  Century Papers and Diaries Series C Reel # 04,05,06,07 in Swem Library's microforms area, call number HQ1438 .V5 S68","Including a statement, 1786 April 8 by J. Nicholson that the witnesses Joshua Lamb and John Lamb (both Quakers) and Joseph Greenwood affirmed and swore that this was the last will and testament of Thomas Hepborn.","Reports on the status of the ship The Rising Sun; says she will dispose of her cargo as soon as possible; says the ship was detained by the British (War of 1812), but given up.","Signed by William Hodgson and Thomas Van Le, Jr.","Her daughter ? Nancy, had a healthy baby boy who is nursing well; Nancy is staying with her now, and her husband Mr. Wallach, spends almost every night there also; is concerned that Nancy will live a hard life because of her husband's financial situation; on the other hand, her daughter Catherine ? will be \"free from the trials attended on a state of poverty,\" being married to Cuthbert Powell, who owns a large farm in Loudoun County; much Simms family news; mentions Mrs. Trist's grandson, Nicholas Trist.","Signed by B. Cottinger.","Fatherly letter giving his opinion of a certain young lady and marriage, as well as general advice.","Discussion of his engagement to this daughter Selina, and the seriousness of the matter, especially in concerning finances; tells of his poor financial state as related to a dowry, or the lack thereof, for his daughter; gives his approval of the \"alliance,\" but hopes they will delay the marriage for some time.","Has given great consideration to his claim against the French government and has turned the case over to Stephen Pleasonton, who is the auditor for the Dept. of State and who is now handling all claims; since Mr. Pleasonton is a personal friend and he (James Monroe) is greatly interested in his Burr Powell case, he knows he will get an answer soon; will also be returning the agriculture pamphlet.","Sends extract of Mr. Pleasonton's reply concerning the claim against the French government and asks that he reply with the necessary information; will also do anything he can to help.","Further discussion of his claim against the French government and dealings with Stephen Pleasanton and Isaac Coxe Barnett.","More instructions about the claim being made against the French government.","Further discussion and explanation of the case involving Burr Powell and his claim against the French government.","Continued information concerning Powell's claim against the French government.","The new court system has kept him extremely busy; social life has slowed down; the fashion these days to relieve boredom is to ride horseback; expresses concern for his own colt in the country; inquires after Dr. Nelson and his medical career; also asks about a large, gay party at South River; recommends books for good reading including Schlegel's History of Literature.","Has received the results of his claim from Mr. Pleasonton and regrets the outcome, which he disagrees with; does not feel anyone is to blame.","Asks her to come visit over Christmas; describes the social events in Arlington; mentions her cousin George Calvert; says the big event is the fair for the benefit of orphans.","Describes a walk she took and the surrounding countryside, including the wildflowers and startling a herd of deer; had many visitors, including a very graceful lady who is said to have been \"addressed\" by Mr. Van Buren, a \"jolly goodnatured ... commodore and some of the ugliest officers,\" and Mrs. Porter and her scholars; tells of books she has read, including Tales of a Grandfather, The Sorcerer, and The Talisman; loving memories and looking forward to their next meeting.","Have just returned from a visit to her grandmother's and her cousin, Ann Marshall; they all are saddened by the death of Mr. Fitzhugh; describes the country from South to West River, where she had visited, and comments on meeting a lovely girl, Bella Carter; mentions the jealousy of another male suitor?, Seldon Page; mentions Mary Custis. 3 pages. letter signed.","Sends his best wishes for her new life with Charles L. Powell; will be able to attend the wedding as well as \"Brother Nelson\"; is uncommonly warm; is sending a bonnet for her and a small diamond breast-pin for Father by the steamboat Franklin, commanded by Admiral Nevitt; describes the long ribbons attached to the bonnet, which are for going once all the way around the bonnet before knotting them by the ear, not for tying a bow under the chin; also includes a diagram of how to tie them in the current fashion; admits to having been helped in choosing the bonnet by Miss Olivia Donaldson.","Discusses events in Washington D.C.; says she went to \"the President's\" on New Year's day; discusses Mr. Marshall's sermons; mentions books she is reading; asks Selina to come visit her.","Says her health is improving; encourages her to ask her for help when she needs it; discusses the articles she is sending her including a lemon tree, curtains, a mattress; discusses how these things will get to her; gives news about the children; Bec, Nanny, Frank, and Fred.","His mother-in-law has told him of the wonderful news of the birth of another daughter Hattie, and that both mother and baby are safe; will be up to visit in about a week; comments on balancing the sexes in the family, and that he has \"no notion of supplying my brother's and sister's children with wives\"...\"we shall hate to transport them his daughters to the wilds of the west\"; all is well at home, a new hen house is being built, but the garden is too wet to work; is lonely but is visiting neighbors; family news; religious sentiments expressed about her, their new daughter, and their family.","Gives account of his trip to Wheeling, including a sweet good-bye from daughter Rebecca; was not able to locate Robert Gray or ? Throckmorton at Harper's Ferry, but later met them at Point of Rocks; detailed description of a railroad and train cars; tells poignant story of a dog on the train searching for his master.","Has had many family visitors since his departure and family news; there is a measle outbreak at \"Llangollen,\" and all of the \"negroes\" have it; she had her teeth filed by Dr. Overfield?; a fire in Upperville destroyed Robert Armistead's new store and the adjoining saddle shop; they have had a beautiful snowfall, covering all of the blossom-filled trees, which melted quickly, doing no harm to the fruit; had a letter from brother John, who advises that he Charles L. Powell \"go directly to Texas\"; loving stories about their daughter's activities.","Had a bad thunderstorm the day she left; inquires about her trip and her relatives; details of children's activities; has let Becca sleep with him.","Their father will be taking a trip West this spring, accompanied by cousin William; family information; social life in Leesburg very quiet; misses her and her family.","Details of his trip from Alexandria; spent the night with relatives; warns her about catching a cold on a windy day; tells of conversations with their young son.","Private financial matters; tells of his busy schedule as a representative from Virginia to the U.S. legislature; gives his negative opinion concerning a bank? bill introduced by Henry Clay,which he feels the President would veto; Daniel Webster shares his opinion; life insurance inquiry.","Will not be home when expected because the House of Representatives is not going to adjourn until Monday; the Congress received their second veto from President Tyler regarding the Bank Bill; describes an assault made by Sen. Henry A. Wise upon Sen. Edward Stanlyin Congress.","Asking about her visit to Washington and the Chamber of National Institute; speaks of floods, bad weather, but comfortable where he is, because of Margaret's? kindness; describes lifestyle and \"humorous remarks of Charles Lamb,\" sexual relationship with her.","Wishing thumb to heal; speaks of cattle and other animals at \"Llangollen\" that he misses; asks about children; saw Ann? mentions Virginia Taylor's visit; will visit wife before harvest; reference to brother, Leven, and his wife, and Sarah?","Hustle and excitement of the House of Representatives; hoping to adjourn on Monday the twenty-second, but difficulties cause many night meetings; political discussion about Tariff question and Tuck bill.","Discusses her story at \"the Springs;\" tells about the politics the company there discussed; gives her own view of these issues; gives news about family and friends; hopes that Congress will soon adjourn so that he can come home.","Compares episode of thief robbing hen house to thieves in Washington trying to rob \"public treasures\"; wants to buy books for her; tells how he wishes to be with her and the rest of his family.","Writes of the bad weather and that they are able to get out very little; says Mr. Powell went to the Inauguration on horseback; tells what books the family members are reading; mentions the issue of white servants; discusses Rebecca's feelings of becoming a young lady; says that they could not get the house they wanted for next year; mentions Mr. Powell's feelings of frustration for not being able to better provide for them; gives more news about the Inauguration; news of family and friends.","Daughter, Harriet, left with Uncle William to spend holidays with them; daughter Minna had a birthday party, inviting Aunt Mary's children and Eskridges; family news; death of Maria Lee.","Discusses her religious feelings; discusses her traveling plans; describes her relationship with each of her relatives where she is staying; says she is staying with Fan and helping her with her wedding.","Discusses the housekeeping and how Rebecca is taking care of the house while she is away; discusses the health of family members; tells how they are altering last year's dresses; says \"Mother\" is quite weak and \"Father\" is very dependent on her; gives news of Brother Nelson and Jeanie (sister?); gives travel plans of family; says Mr. Powell has gotten six teeth put in and looks much younger.","Describes their arrival home with her brother Nelson; gives news of \"little Nan\"?; asks about Rebecca and Minna's trip; tells her to be happy and to follow God; says Charlie is doing well in school.","Family news; mentions Laura's? wedding.","Tells what she did during her visit to Locust Hill; tells what is going on in town; gives news of family and friends. Including news from letter from \"Mother\" Selina Powell to Rebecca Powell telling of her many activities.","Discusses Jesus and how one must search for and do things that please Him; asks that she watch her sister, Minna, closely so that she will not overexert herself; Ariana? had a baby boy; describes son Charlie's and daughter Nina's reactions to reading school and learning; family news.","Speaks of John's? carriage and velocipede that once was Minna Lloyd's, describing how she rode the vehicle; describes what a Holly tree is; (has genealogical information about Minna Powell, Lloyd Powell, and Charlie Powell in a different hand, which appears to have been added later.)","Gloucester Court House,Va. Speaks of her \"companion in Matilda Lee?; received visit from Nannie Guy and Maria Harrison; describes celebration in honour of General Taylor's election; describes Mrs. Janney's travels; town gossip and family news.","Family news; speaks of going to Locust Hill; inquires and tells about adventures of many townspeople; obliged to Mrs. Tabb for taking care of her and other daughter, Minna.","Speaks of Cousin Lucy's? party; describes Christmas scene around her house and gifts that the children received; describes Cousin Elizabeth Janney and compares to Cousin Harriet; family news.","Discusses who has come to visit her; describes Cousin Lee's wife, Maria, and their wedding; asks about her Christmas; describes the book marks she made for Christmas presents; asks how Minna is doing.","Speaks of snow and bad weather; notes that daughters, Rebecca and Minna, have been gone for almost three months; Fanny (Powell) Gordon is going to visit Fredericksburg; mentions a letter from Jeannie? who found General Jones, in Washington, quite \"agreeable and handsome\"; Cuthbert Powell is much better, and he speaks of going to Gloucester to join a Mr. Hale; Nina is afraid of everything; family news; mentions hiring of a slave, Margaret.","Rebecca's description of her Uncle Tabb's Dr. John Prosser Tabb house seems far in advance of Old-Virginian architectural styles; speaks of death of Mrs. Douglas Gordon.","Speaks of dancing as a family as a \"social amusement,\" but says that it does offend some \"in the religious world;\" says that one must respect the public opinion of the community where one lives; had severe weather; family news. 3 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from Hatty Powell, Leesburg, Va., to Minna Powell, Gloucester Court House, for letter and \"glove-knots\" and sending love to Aunt Rebeccaand Uncle John Prosser.","Her brother Charlie and sister Nina have sore throats, and her father has a bad cold; snowy weather; Hatty went with Aunt Ellen to Selma and Raspberry Plain; Mr. Armistead Rust is to be married before March 4; family news.","Scope and Contents Reports on the snow storms they have had; mentions the coming wedding of Armistead Rust and Lilly Lawrence; tells how he likes working at the store; describes one of their customers; describes the house they may rent next spring. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia Says she is glad to hear Minna's health is improving; gives news of family; says her brother Nelson soon sails for California to dig gold, and may not be back for five years; reports on how he expects to live; says that there are measles and mumps in town.","Maris's? father announced as candidate for re-election; General Rust's family going to New York to attend a wedding; father is renting Carper's house; bad weather and snow causing many colds and illnesses; Mrs. Eskridge's father died; father may go to the Inauguration; family news. 4 pages. letter signed.","Saw Representative John S. Pendleton at the House of Representativesin Washington, D.C.; Pendleton wants a senate appointment; he will not go to Leesburg because he does not want to \"meddle with party movements\"; mentions \"County Repeal of the dog law.\"","Scope and Contents Mother and Father are both sick; \"brother\" has gone to inauguration; describes how to make eggnog, and gives her opinion of it; describes riding horses to the cliff and tells of adventures. 1 page. letter signed. Including letter from Harriet Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"sister\" Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 February 27, incomplete letter concerning outbreak of the mumps and family and town news.","Father suffering from piles; mumps are still prevailing; do not have parties during Lent; family news.","Scope and Contents Speaks of gossip saying that Mr. Benedict is having an affair with Mrs. Henderson; describes procession in Washington, D.C. and the inauguration; family news. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Va., to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 March 26, concerning family news and the time of year.","Scope and Contents Expresses joy that Minna's health is till improving; says she is recovering from her cold; says Lloyd and Hattie have been ill as well; discusses the issue of Rebecca upsetting her aunt Rebecca by being late for a meal; says her aunt is easily vexed in \"her condition\"; gives news of friends and family; describes their new servant Robert. 4 pages. letter signed. Including letter signed from Charles S. Powell, to Rebecca Powell, , undated, concerning Uncle Prosser's desire to put Minna on \"short allowance,\" and Minna's consumption of beef.","Describes their move to another house which she says is comfortable but small; hopes that the Gloucester air is getting rid of her cold; says their father is busy with court dealings; says many in the area have mumps including Hattie; says that Hattie is getting a tooth plugged; says she does not want Lloyd to leave to live so far away; discusses mesmerism (hypnotism).","Speaks of her bad health; her husband is busy preparing for court; mentions a party at Exeter; Mrs. Fontleroy had a girl so Mrs. Knox is a grandmother; much more family news and information.","Scope and Contents Rebecca Powell will be coming home within a week or so; Fanny? is at Locust Hill with the mumps; family news; Uncle William Graypersuaded Father to go to Gum Springs, Va., until after the election; election day events seemed to be going against Father. Including note signed from Nina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"Sister Minna\" Powell, Gloucester Court House, Virginia, 1849 April 26, concerning family news.","Describes Minna's cough and how they are treating it; tells her what clothes Lloyd and Charlie should wear if it gets colder; says she has been doing little except taking care of Minna; discusses new dresses for the winter and corsets; gives news of friends and relatives; discusses travel plans, to come home for the winter.","Discusses dresses, materials and costs; discusses bonnets; gives news of family; thanks her and Hattie for taking care of the household duties while she is away.","Says Minna is now well and that they are anxious to come home; gives news of Jeanie (her sister?), and Rebecca; gives news of \"Mother\" and \"Father\"; discusses books.","Says Mr. Powell had his \"likeness taken\" at the Daguerreotype rooms; says Minna's health continues to improve but that she may have one tonsil taken out; discusses the remedies she is taking; says she feels stronger also; gives news of friends; gives news of Rebecca, Jeanie, and \"sister\" Ann; discusses walking shoes.","Gives advice on her health and over-exertion; describes the illumination that took place in the neighborhood; tells of visits she has made; tells stories about Minna's sister, Nina; gives news of family and friends; says Hattie has lost her \"excess of fat\" and is walking three times a day.","Tells what each family member is doing; discusses bonnets; discusses appearance versus reality as concerning materialism; discusses the opportunities for her in Alexandria; discusses the role of children in the family; gives news of friends and family; mentions that \"brother\" John may move and that if they move to Illinois, they will be closer to him.","Says they got there a few days ago and that Mr. Powell, Mr. Grey(?), and \"brother Llew\" have gone to the sale of slaves (\"the sale of the negroes\"); discusses her visit in Alexandria with her grandparents; Discusses the bad weather in Leesburg and the bad condition of the roads; says their family must economize rigidly; says Mr. Powell found the law business in Alexandria too small, so they will not be moving there; expresses her disappointment at the outcome; gives news of family.","Scope and Contents Reviews Christmas gifts received by everyone; describes a \"reading party\"; describes Christmas decorations of the Church; family news. Including note signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, 1849 December 29, concerning when daughter, Rebecca, is to return home.","Tells of the recent social events of the area; describes the format of a reading party; says her mother-in-law could not make it to their home because of the snow; asks her how her mother is doing; says there are still small pox in the area; discusses how many servants she has and what each does; says that Rebecca's Uncle George took Cuthbert to an asylum in Baltimore and hopes he will be happier there then when he was \"out.\"","Gives news of Rebecca's Uncle Richard and Aunt Elizabeth who live in Illinois; says she plans to get a description of the Illinois life from them; gives news of Ellen? who is unwell and is going to a doctor in New York; discusses how Rebecca can get home; describes family activities; says they have been able to do little because of the rain and mud; says she lies on her back all day sewing while her children read to her.","Scope and Contents Reading parties are the only way she can socialize; reports Maria Grady's death; reports about a big baptist meeting going on there headed by Mrs. Lucket; much town news. 4 pages. letter signed. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, January 26, 1850, concerning Rebecca Powell's trip home and Maria Grady's \"triumphant death.\"","Scope and Contents Speaks of terrible weather; boasts of learning to spin rolls of cotton on a spinning wheel; reports death of Rebecca Gray, Robert Gray's daughter; describes her daily routine; discusses Mary Grady. Including letter signed from \"devoted mother,\" Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"Bec,\" Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, January 1850, concerning bad weather, family news, and attendance to the convention.","Says many in the family have been very sick for a couple of days and that she has had to nurse them; says Minna is now sick; and never had fully recovered from the chicken pox she had before; gives advice of how to be a good guest; advises her on her studies.","Says she has a toothache but must wait until May to get them pulled; describes a humorous reading party; says there was a case of small pox in the area and that many are being revaccinated. Including letter signed from \"mother\" Selina Powell to Rebecca Powell. Discusses her travel plans home; tells her to follow her grandparents' advice; gives news of family.","Expresses joy that her younger siblings are recovering from the measles so well; reports on health of \"Grandma\" and \"Grandpa\" Lloyd; gives news of Aunt Rebecca, Jeanie, and Minnie; Tells what she had done each day.","Inquires about many weddings in Leesburg and about who will need new dresses; speaks of ball thrown by Maria Washington; other city news.","Gives general description of Henry and discusses the family's move there; discusses the house they will build; advises what they should bring; reports on the emigrants in the area; discusses their travel plans in detail; asks Charlie to bring Newfoundland puppies; gives news of family there.","Describes presents sent to grandchildren; tells of Christmas scene in Alexandria; wants granddaughters to meet a polite gentleman that impressed her. Including poem, 1852, by R. C. Powell, beginning \"'Ours the cross.' Yes it is ours,\" giving a religious viewpoint.","Speaks of how she makes embroidery patterns and what colors are preferred; inquires about some of her friends; John Leven Powell says that Brooke? looks badly; aunt Fanny trying to match Brooks with Lucy Gordon; speaks of a Mr. Beverley breaking out around his face and \"bleeding profusely\".","Scope and Contents Mr. Gordon? will be a delegate to the democratic convention in Richmond, Virginia; much use of her eyes results in inflammation of her eyelids; \"Llangollen\" property is deteriorating; much town news and family news; mentions her dower right.","Speaks of helping Frank and Lucy ? with their new baby; describes female servants and her experiences with them; describes health of her daughters, Harriet, Rebecca, and Minna; reports of a few cases of \"cholera\"; reports of a good garden.","Gives a detailed report of Minna's health, expressing hope that her headaches are definitely getting better; tells about people who have visited the family; mentions a desegregated school in \"abolition ground\"; tells what her sisters have been doing since she left; discusses Rebecca's journey.","Mrs. Janney's baby died while she was ill; a Mr. Anderson, a Presbyterian Minister, says that his wife, Miss Harper, is a relative of Selina's (her father's Aunt); speaks of Fred's? wedding; tells of episode when she goes to visit a Mrs. Brown?; describes a visit they made to some neighbors; describes Mr. Lombard's house that is being built; reports on the food they are preparing and what is available to them; says the winter goods have still not come in; mentions sewing that her daughters are doing; news of family and friends.","Mentions Fanny's ? wedding; family news; possibility that Rebecca's Uncle Gordon ? might be elected to legislature; family does not wish Rebecca Powell to return home this winter.","Describes a visit they made to some new neighbors; describes Mr. Lombard's house that is being built; reports on the food they are preparing and what is available to them; says the winter goods have still not come in; mentions sewing that her daughters are doing; news of family and friends.","Describes their busy preparations for winter; describes their daily routine; says she is glad to have Lucy and Fred stay with them; describes their Sunday school; reports on Scholastics (a servant) who is now reading well; news of family and friends; discusses dresses and styles; asks about Rebecca's Uncle Nelson; mentions that Rebecca's Uncle Gordon was elected; asks about Fan's? wedding and hopes she and William will be happy.","Speaks of his daughter's trip, whom she should visit, and money matters; hopes to soon reap the financial benefits of his store; mentions Bishop Whitehouse's determination to give the college broad foundations; family news.","Family news; sleet and bad weather; religious discussion and viewpoints; Lucy and John? have a daughter now.","Scope and Contents Mr. Powell, Charles and Richard Lloyd are busy with new business as \"Land Agents\"; town of Henry, Illinois now has a newspaper and a steam mill; hopes to have a railroad passing through soon; there is not a decent Church and she wishes to see one built; Lloyd Powell, son of Selina, studies German because there are so many Germans in their town to do business with.","Scope and Contents Sarcastically teases her sister about differences between lifestyles of \"Far West\" and the East; Uncle Fred ? went to Springfield to see that railroad went from Peoria through Henry, Illinois; mentions problems with scarlet fever; family news.","Speaks of liquor laws and problems with drinking; describes lectures; such family and town news; mentions other religious lectures.","Expresses desire for daughter Rebecca to return home; Minna Powell still having problems with headaches; family news; Fred? went to Chicago to see stockholders of the Peoria and Rock Island Railroad; asks for Rebecca to send asparagus seed and large lima beans; mentions Thackery's lectures, and gives her opinion about his books and religious teachings.","Scope and Contents Family news; \"land business\" will provide many opportunities for travel; Rebecca planning to go to Leesburg soon. Including note from Charles L. Powell, Henry, Illinois, to \"darling,\" Rebecca Powell, , 1853 March 11, sending his daughter ten dollars and writing her as to how to handle her expenses and requesting her to bring home her Grandfather's papers.","States that even though he just left yesterday, she wanted to put a letter in the books to be sent to him; comments on their inability to see each other even though he is only seven miles away.","Mentions his job as a traveling salesman and how he hopes to soon be Uncle Richard's Lloyd administration; resolved in town meeting to build the Railroad Peoria and Chicago.","Scope and Contents Expresses her disappointment that she cannot see Rebecca before Rebecca returns to Henry, Illinois; describes the friendship between them; news of friends in Baltimore.","Tells of carriage accident involving Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dulaney, where their horses were scared by the Clifton Mill and threw Mrs. Dulaney; she and father attended Dr. Rutherford's lectures; emphasizes that ladies got to vote, as well as gentlemen, on whether they were satisfied with the lectures; new wharf boat has arrived.","Describes the towns of Rushville and Pittsfield; said he enjoyed Pittfield more, but that Uncle Richard Lloyd sent him an assignment for Rushville; says he will be there about a month; asks about friends and family.","Scope and Contents Rebecca has come home; Minna joined the church with her family; gives religious views; family news. Including letter from Minna Powell, Henry, Illinois, to \"Brother\" , 1853 May 11, referring to Rushville, as location of brother; tells of beautiful spring weather and describes scenery.","Will soon be coming home; complains of sore throat and headaches; has had scarlet fever; family information.","Gossips about \"Miss Jane,\" a mutual friend; says he and Dr. Winslow found her in her parlor with a man; says the servant did not want to let them in and that it was an uncomfortable situation. Including letter written in margins from \"Cousin\" Jane to Rebecca Powell concerning religious publication, an Episcopal convention.","Expresses how much she misses him; discusses reading material.","Describes Aunt Ellen's Powell Gray recovery from an illness; much family news; describes wedding that she went to; expresses romantic interest in a Dr. Claggett; includes printed poems.","Describes physical appearance of \"Llangollen\" as well as her feelings towards the place; reminisces about when family lived in Virginia. Talks about old friends; family news.","Scope and Contents Tells her little sister Nina about old friends and family; gives details of things she has been doing. Including letter from \"Hatty\" Harriet Powell, \"Llangollen,\" Virginia, to \"Mother,\" Selina Powell, 1853 October 10. Concerning warmer clothes; advantages of \"flannel draws\" over a \"wadded petticoat.\"","Scope and Contents Says she has been extremely ill and so have many in the area; says she has been traveling in order to improve her health; tells of her problems with Custis and his lessons; says Robert is still holding his office in Washington but wishes to leave; asks how she likes \"the West\" and if her husband is finding success; news of friends.","Reports Lucy's? death and grief everyone feels; Nelly? is to be baptized; other family news.","21 items.","Tells of their Christmas and New Years celebrations. Also includes \"Mother\" Selina Powell, to Rebecca Powell. Expresses hope that Rebecca can be with her relatives in Baltimore; discusses the nature of receiving advice and making her own decisions concerning her travel plans.","Speaks of attending a party; mentions \"matching up\" procedures at party; family news; details Christmas gifts.","Mentions religious feelings; speaks of a railroad being built nearby; Virginia? had her annual get-together on December 26; of family members; mentions a friend's visit to the Crystal Palace; Mrs. Augustine Washington had the first male child born at Mt. Vernon recently; family news; mentions Rear Admiral Leven Minn Powell.","Mentions Brooks'? wedding; describes details of the wedding; much family news.","Tells of her day spent with Lizzie King and Jane Norris; describes a dinner given for a couple about to get married; news of other friends.","Mentions sicknesses of Nelson Lloyd and John Lloyd; speaks of a Douglas Forrest who attends Yale College; has to take a boat to Washington D.C.; gives price rates per acre of land at that time; gives prices for a lot of land.","Family news about cousins Nannie and Fanny?; mentions Uncle Nelson's Lloyd recovery; travels by omnibus.","Family news; describes her garden and its contents; Regina? was married; Mr. Livingston? requests influence of Charles L. Powell to obtain the consulship of London through General Baercel?; mentions Mr. McFaddin as being the mayor of Henry.","Family news; describes the scenery at Locust Hill; some of Uncle George's ? children have chicken pox.","Identified as much of note added in unknown handwriting, possibly that of Selina Lloyd Hepburn.","Description of Minna's gravesite; tells what he's doing to improve its appearance.","Describes trip to Niagara Falls; describes places visited in New York and where he lives; describes his studies.","Describes courses he is studying at school; describes the first time he saw a man dive under water and the suit he wore below water; staying at a boarding house.","John Lloyd who died in 1854; estimated price value are given.","Describes study habits and classes; mentions prices of a ring and a clock; describes his financial situation. .","Describes in detail her Quaker wedding to Frank? on 1854 December 14.","Nina's Christmas gift from Charles arrived safely; mentions wedding of a fellow student; serenaded the couple with a \"horse fiddle\"; describes his activities in his spelling class; mentions plans to return home in the spring.","Expresses religious beliefs; lists prices for renting his room.","Describes Charter Oak, an attraction in Hartford; describes his visit to an armory; staying with a Mr. Parsons and describes his family.","Scope and Contents Discusses financial settlements he is making for his father concerning the house, lands, furniture; says Uncle Fred and Uncle Neb are leaving Henry and they are all \"disgusted\" with Henry and that he thinks his (father's) decision not to come back was wise; mentions the family move to Winchester, Virginia","12 items, 1856. 16 items, 1857","Describes their Christmas which was spent at Uncle Fred's and Aunt Lute's; describes a Christmas ball and a New Year's ball in detail; says he has had some problems with dyspepsia; asks about cousin Kate's wedding to a senator.","Reports on Aunt Lib and Uncle R?'s new son, Richard; says he rented out their house in Henry; says he has been away from \"home\" now for three months; and will not go to New Orleans, Mobile, and Augusta; describes how he decorated Minna's grave, and expresses hope that her resting place will soon be Virginia; asks about their school; sends money from a large profit he made selling land.","Describes his visit to Louisville where he saw his cousins and went to many social events; says that the train ride from Kentucky was very rough; says he will be in Vicksburg in a week and then will go to Wilmington, North Carolina; Mobile, Alabama; New Orleans; and Memphis, Tennessee; asks about family and friends.","Describes his stay in Vicksburg, and his visit with Mr. And Mrs. Eilbeck Mason and Miss Louisa Fox; says that he did not see Cousin John Russell while in New Orleans; discusses his travel plans; asks about Hatty's teaching.","Expresses joy that she is well from the influenza; says he has recently traveled to Portsmouth, Va,, the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi; says he will now go to Texas; discusses travel plans; asks her to pick out one of her friends for him; discusses Charlie's new job in St. Louis.","Scope and Contents Describes St. Louis and the Virginia House Hotel; inquires about the new scholars the family has taken on; harasses Nina for not writing. Including note from Charles L. Powell, St. Louis, Missouri, to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1856 May 4, concerning his happiness about Nina joining the Church.","Describes hard times in Illinois; intent to move back to Virginia when business picks up; family news.","Speaks of influenza and other illnesses prominent in the town; reports the death of Mr. Adies ?; Ellen Powell is in Washington Infirmary; house is being renovated; family news.","Says he just returned from Henry; says Charlie is on his way to Henry to start his new job in Uncle Fred's store; describes Henry and the house they used to live in; reports that Uncle Fred is building a house; gives new of Scholastics and Monsieur Carlo; says he will go to Pennsylvania next and then visit them.","Reports that Lloyd Powell is on his way to Virginia; describes their yard and home in Henry; yellow fever is not a problem this year in Illinois; he went to a concert given by the Baleis.","Inquires about the \"weddings fair\"; discusses his travels and the loneliness involved in his job; mentions his relief that the campaigns and elections are over; sends messages to friends at home.","Nina has begun studying Latin and learning how to draw; mentions the extension of the Chicago and Pern canal down to Henry; much family news.","Tells what each family member is doing; discusses religion and the duties of a Christian; gives news of friends who have joined the church; discusses Minna's grave; discusses letter writing; tells of recent marriages and engagements; gives her philosophy on why he should not begin to chew tobacco; news of family and friends.","Scope and Contents Makes reference to Valentine's Day and Washington's Birthday; mentions last year's parade and the marching continentals; reports of bad rain storm that tore up the railroad track and caused problems with mud and flooding; family news. Includes note signed from Charles L. Powell, Jr., Henry, Illinois, to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1857 February 22, telling her to turn to their 'one friend' for strength and advice.","Scope and Contents Describes a storm which kept him in Henry, Illinois, unable to travel; gives recent travel plans, including a trip to Philadelphia by boat; gives news of friends and family in Henry; says many river towns are flooded.","Reports his knowledge of Lloyd's Powell return to Winchester; relatives are going to the Episicpal Church for Easter; reports Dr. Hoagland ? as being a bad tenant in their house in Illinois; mentions happiness that Nina Powell is joining the church today.","Gives news of relatives in Alexandria; tells his travel plans; says he finds the women of Virginia far more appealing than those of South Carolina.","Uncle Fred? and Aunt Lucy? are leaving for Virginia; sending his mother his daguerreotype, a photograph; reports that Lloyd is in St. Louis; Bridget, a past boarder, had a little girl; family news.","Describes the family vacation and adventures; describes the baths; mentions the parties they have attended; family news.","Family is on vacation; describes activities and scenery at Capon Springs; family news.","Speaks about taking inventory at the store; family news.","Says they just got back from Capon; asks her not to take silver nitrate for her headaches; says they have all improved their health by the visit to Capon; says \"brother\" Nelson is now there hoping the springs will help him; says they did not get the house that they wanted to rent; gives news of friends; says Rebecca, Hatty, and Lloyd are there. Including letter from Charles L. Powell to Nina Powell. Says that he misses her and wishes she could have been at Capon; asks about her headaches.","Describes his travels from Baltimore to Henry; mentions shortage of money due to bank failures; gives detailed news of the town, including improvements being made; news of Henry relatives; mentions that the bank failures will result in fewer land dealings and therefore, less work for him; asks about the young ladies of Winchester.","Inquires about Mr. Waler's? lectures; attends the Methodist Church now; reports of the adventures during hunting season; mentions the new idea of pavement sidewalks.","Describes a severe snowstorm and its effects on Henry; tells how he spent Thanksgiving day; describes their new cook with whom he is infatuated; mentions the death of Robert Conrad?; gives messages of friends in Winchester.","Reports of Nina getting her teeth straightened; describes method; reports that the number of scarlet fever cases is greatly reduced; she is very busy with the boarding school; tells of a fight between Charlie McCormick and a police officer; mentions Hunter Holmes McGuire; family news.","Discusses the death of Robert ? and the reaction of the town; gives news of friends; sends her love to her mother and relatives; wants to know what Dr. Chase said about her teeth.","Writes about Nina's plans to go home; says she is concerned about her traveling when her teeth are in such a condition.","20 items.","Refers to the \"hard times\" everyone is experiencing; describes farm activities; family news; describes how to make a mousetrap.","Describes midwest weather and the usual fall-like temperatures; says that they are all much healthier because of the mild weather; says ties are hard and the bank in Henry just closed, but that the town is continuing to improve; asks about Mrs. Powell's occupation, teaching; mentions the death of Robert Conrad and describes his character; messages to family members.","Reports of freezing temperatures of -15 F and snow in Henry; mentions sleighing in the snow; reports story of a bank robbery.","Reports of Lloyd's Powell trip to St. Louis to try and find Charles a job; family news; mentions a Mr. Lombard who plans to return to Henry and open a bank of issue.","Discusses who owes him letters from home; says he could not find a job for Charley Charles L. Powell, Jr.? in St. Louis because of the poor economy; gives news of Randolph Powell, of St. Louis, and John Webb Powell, of Utah; says he will be home during the summer.","Mentions that she missed his birthday with a card but thought of him that day; expresses religious feelings and beliefs; family news; lists people recently confirmed in the Church; outbreak of typhus fever at the University ?","Tells of his travels; describes Memphis, Tenn.; gives news of \"cousin\" William Powell who resides in Memphis; gives news of Mr. And Mrs. Mason, residing in Vicksburg; describes Leake County where he sold some of his Uncle Nelson's land; gives news of \"cousin\" John Wilson of New Orleans and of \"cousin\" John Chilton, who may send his daughter Sarah to school in Virginia; tells his travel plans, stating he will be in Virginia in a month; gives news to family and friends.","Describes scenery where he is; tells of a May party that some school girls had; describes his boat riding trip; family news; mentions arrival of Mr. Winn, the new Presbyterian minister.","Reports having been sick with a bad cold; family news; Nina has problems with other schoolgirls because her parents operate the school; trying to plan Charlie's return home for the summer.","Asks about fourth of July entertainment; Mr. Winn gave an exceptional sermon; Uncle Richard? bought a piano and a side-saddle; family news.","Inquires about boarding students; inquires about vacations at Capon Springs, West Virginia; tells of his success at duck hunting; family news; mentions Stephen A. Douglas.","Gives news of Uncle Richard's and Uncle Fred's families; says that Frank's baby is still ill; gives news of Hammond and Minna; comments that he will not see his family for another year; gives news of Charlie Charles L. Powell, Jr. and his employment possibilities; asks about Uncle Neb of Clark, Va?.","Gives her opinion about chewing tobacco, smoking, and other bad habits; incorporates religious duty into her opinion; some family news.","Discusses his habit of chewing tobacco and how he should discipline himself to quit.","Discusses the weather; reports on Hammond; reports that Mr. Chandler of Henry is getting married in Boston; says they will stay at Mrs. Taber's for the winter; gives news of Charlie (Charles) L. Powell, Jr.; comments on the involvement of women in politics in Henry; news of friends; comments on the decreased enrollment at the family school, saying they will at least have a lighter workload; mentions Stephen A. Douglas.","Expresses her disappointment in Charlie's having tasted tobacco; tells him that he is doing wrong to continue this habit; voices many religious views.","Reports that river is flooding the town; talks of Christmas holidays; family news.","A birthday letter for Nina's sixteenth birthday; describes the weather; family news; Min? is the \"editress\" of the \"Minnehaha\"; tells of the affairs of a Miss Amanda?.","Gives account of how he spends his days with emphasis on his Sunday activities; tried to quit chewing tobacco but couldn't; tells of episode where Uncle Richard? lost his saddle bags in the town of Bradford; river was frozen and people are ice skating; family news.","Tells where the girls boarding with them are going for Christmas; describes their Christmas plans; recollects their last Christmas with Minna; gives religious advice; sends her love to Lloyd.","18 items.","Would love for her to stay with him; mentions a sister Hannah.","Reports that Lloyd Powelland Uncle Richard ? have gone to Memphis, Tenn.; tells of the building of a road for $10,000; describes a surprise party he attended; mentions Valentine's Day and how many he has received; family news.","Reports that Uncle Richard and Frank are with him in Memphis, to see if they want to move there; says that he does not believe Uncle Richard will leave Illinois, but that Frank probably will; says that they tried to look up William Powell but he had moved to Arkansas; discusses the possibilities of his parents establishing a school in the area, and the risks involved.","Gives news of Uncle Richard and Uncle Fred; says Uncle Fred and Frank will close their business and leave Henry; tells of a conversation with Bishop Otey of Memphis on the subject of establishing a girls school there; gives details of the proposal in case his father is interested; gives news of the private school situation in Arkansas; reports on his business dealings in Arkansas; discusses financial matters.","Gives news of Uncle Fred who has been ill; says that the women of the town are all inspecting the new spring goods brought in from Saint Louis; discusses his daily schedule; says Charlie Charles L. Powell, Jr. is in singing school; asks about Nina's walks and lectures on the benefits of exercise to health and appearance.","Describes spring in Illinois; inquires about relatives in Alexandria; comments on Uncle Nelson's helpless state; discusses the chances of recovering Uncle Nelson's lands in Arkansas; describes the area of Henry where the family used to live; comments that she now weights 108 lbs., which is more than her daughters weigh; sends his love to Grand Ma Powell, Aunt Ann, and Uncle Neb.","A baby girl was born who is Nina's cousin Uncle Richard's daughter?; describes a fishing trip; mentions finding several Indian graves with skeletons and other items; tells story of a \"mad\" dog who bit many people.","Gives news of Illinois relatives; describes a trip that he and Uncle Richard took through Stark County, emphasizing the changes that have taken place in the last five years; comments on Charley's Charles L. Powell, Jr. development into a young man; reports that Uncle Richard will leave the land business on September 1st; discusses his involvement in the business and his desire to visit Virginia.","Scope and Contents Expresses his relief that his brother Charles arrived safely in Va.; comments on how scattered the family is at present; mentions Cousin Fanny Cochran's wedding in Middleburg, Virginia; discusses Mr. Hyde's trip in the \"aerial vessel\" Atlantic from St. Louis to New York, as reported in the \"Republican\"; reports that Frank has another son, Horatio Nelson; news of other Illinois relatives; describes the July 4 festivities.","Discusses an unprofitable year for his business; discusses a business proposition made to his brother Charles and Harry and Benton Janney by Uncle Richard, concerning the opening of the store; gives news of Illinois relatives; comments that his Uncle Richard, who just turned 43, may begin to use his middle name again and become Richard H. Lloyd; comments on how, in the past twenty years, the Powell family has spread from \"New York to Salt Lake City, and from the 'Lakes' to the Gulf of Mexico.\"","Reports that Uncle Richard, Minna will stop at Fulton County to visit relatives; gives his opinion about Minna not returning to Winchester Va. for school, stating that she has become too undisciplined and used to complete freedom in Illinois to be effectively taught in a school; describes Frank's son Horatio Nelson; comments on the family's health, saying that his father Charles L. Powell weights twenty pounds more than he does and his mother Selina L. Powell weighs only six pounds less, and also weighs more than any of her three brothers in Illinois; asks her if she is finished school and will make her debut.","Reports that Charley (Charles) L. Powell, Jr., Harry and Benton Janney have begun their business named \"H and TB Janney and Co.\" Asks about the boarding school and discusses the difficulties of running one; reports that Frank's family and Mrs. Hammond? are on their way to Memphis to live; reports that Uncle Fred is planning an extended visit to Virginia, and then will probably move to Memphis; says he and Uncle Richard dissolved their partnership and that Uncle Richard plans to move to Memphis as well; reports that crops are poor, so his business will be slow; plans to see them for Christmas.","Reports that there is a County Fair next week; describes in detail an incident of a burning well; expresses sorrow that the family school will be so small this year; reports that the 'W. S. Fair' in Chicago is now over.","Scope and Contents Discussing fall and winter goods being stocked at \"Lloyd's Big Brick\" in Henry, Illinois","family news; mentions marriage of Miss Hutchins, and deaths of 2 children of Mrs. Clara Ferguson; received invitation to wedding of \"Miss Mittie;\" gives his opinion of marriage.","A French teacher at the boarding school died; mentions excitement due to 'John' Browne's execution and that there are 26 companies of soldiers at Charlestown, West Virginia; mentions growing discontent of slaves; describes how men have loaded pistols ready in their homes; tells how many people are being imprisoned; tells of other strains between North and South; some family news; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Reports that Uncle Richard's baby has been christened Elizabeth Jenkins Lloyd; comments that this is the day that John Brown is to be executed; comments on the number of arrests in Virginia of strangers traveling through the state. Including newspaper clipping, n.d., of a poem about infants.","Discusses Professors Wise and LaMountain's attempt to establish daily balloon transportation from the \"Western\" states to the East Coast; family news; says he is anxious for the family in Illinois to move south; mentions the execution of \"Cook and his Confederates\" involved in John Brown's attempted insurrection on December 16.","Invitation to a \"Leap Year\" party.","Scope and Contents Mentions and encloses invitation to a \"Leap Year\" party; describes events at the party; describes weather and reports of a sleighing party; reports marriage of Mary Ann Hoyt, friend of the family. Including note from Maggie J. Richmond, Henry, Illinois, to Charles L. Powell, Jr., Henry, Illinois, 1860 February, inviting him to a \"Leap Year\" party.","Talks about Uncle Richard's? baby girl; gives report of Charles L. Powell and some family news.","Discusses \"spring fever\" concerning work; describes weather; speaks of Uncle Nelson's Lloyd death and how it should be a happy time; thanks his father for \"Alexandria Gazettes\" containing articles about the Whig convention; family news.","Writes about her feelings during the time following her brother Nelson's death; recounts the last days she spent with Nelson Lloyd.","Talks about assessed value of some land or property and makes reference to Lloyd Brothers and Co.; speaks of crops and the effects of the weather; mentions how road being finished would provide trade with those on the other side of the river; township will vote on how to acquire additional funds to complete the road; mentions the whig convention and how they now represent such a small minority of people.","Talks of spring dresses and bonnets; mentions hearing address by William McDonald; discusses opening of a shoe and book manufactory; speaks of beating \"the 'Yankees' with their own men;\" family news; religious advice; mentions use of telegraph.","Discusses agriculture and effects of weather on crops; talks of visiting New England and of dislike of their attitudes; expresses extreme negative opinion of 'Yankees.'","Family news; mentions work at the store; discusses events around town. Including poem? written in Latin on both sides of envelope. Locks of hair also enclosed.","Discusses crops and agriculture; describes Illinois scenery; family news; inquires about trip to Capron Springs; mentions \"Uncle Richard's\" card selling tour.","Discusses Congressional race; mentions Cassius M. Clay of Kentucky and his visit to Illinois; talks about rise in crime; family news.","Discusses confusion about having joined the church; religious discussion; some family and neighborhood news.","Inquires about trip to New England; mentions \"Alexandria Sentinel;\" family news.","Discusses climate and busy season of Christmas; debates issue of Civil War and effects; gives religious advice; family news; Robert Young Conrad.","Discusses problems due to political and financial situation of the country; talks about boils on his hand; family news; mentions kindness of Mayor Turner.","Nina's eighteenth birthday; discusses the weather; talks about sleighing and skating; mentions \"Pickwick Papers\" and describes hunting interest; makes reference to several literary works.","Talks of trade being slow; election of a Mr. McFadden as \"Justice of the Peace\"; mentions sleighing and the weather; describes hayride in snow and people he went with.","Discusses his indebtedness to his father and his financial situation.","Discusses political situation and \"imminent danger of Civil War\"; comments on government involvement and troops in a war; mentions social life.","Scope and Contents Discusses the imminent war and that it will be the third one in her lifetime; talks about effects of a war from past experience; family news. 3 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from \"grandmother\" Catharine Powell, Bellevue, Va.?, to Rebecca Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1861 January 20, inquiring about being able to paint for her.","Describes his dog and its habits and actions; talks about a fight at a warehouse; family news.","Discusses pros, cons, and possibilities of a war; talks about being able to cross North/South Line if he comes to Virginia; describes weather; mentions indoor winter activities; refers to marriage and courting habits; family news.","Briefly discusses the Navy; describes wedding of Nellie Hall and a Mr. Kellogg; family news.","Information concerning troop movements around Harper's Ferry; mentions a Col. Bowen, superintendent Barbour, and a Col. Moore.","Discusses explosion of armory at Harper's Ferry; speaks of united Southern forces; mentions involvement of friends including Powell Grady; Powell and Holmes Conrad; family news.","Suffering from inflammation of eyes; discusses possibility of Illinois and Virginia residents being separated during the war; Virginia's succession from the Union; Democrats opposition to the war with the South; talks about surrender of Fort Sumter; confusion about whether to leave or stay in Henry; some family news.","Discusses Colonel Robert Lee and movement of troops; mentions Georgetown Heights, Alexandria Heights, and the Valley counties; some family news; mentions Rockingham Rifles.","Blockade established at the mouth of the Ohio; Southern trade suspended; some family news; inquires about situation in Virginia concerning the war.","Discusses a proclamation of Lincoln; politics and effects of the Civil War; dominance of Lincoln's party in Louisville, Kentucky; some family news.","Orders to stop mail from Virginia.; Alexandria occupied by North; Fairfax cavalry taken prisoner; family news.","War's effects on postal service; family news.","Thanks her for package of food and lists contents; speaks of newspaper Richmond Dispatch as a rare luxury; describes camp life; enemy is at Williamsport, Md.","Discusses camp life and its required adjustment; mentions accidental shooting of two men as their only pessimistic experience so far; gives account of battles reported in the Baltimore Sun Baltimore Sun; majority of men in army are under 21; describes how soldiers try to get food from surrounding farmers and their families.","Scope and Contents Discusses uniforms, saying that they are everywhere, and that a \"John Brown\" has increased the \"military spirit\" in Virginia; asks about Lloyd; discusses books he has read and that she recommends; describes their daily schedule and when she has time to read; discusses food in season; news of family and friends.","Prepares for battle; states that he is ready to do his duty for his country; mentions that the Continentals lost two men in the engagement the day before.","Regrets that he cannot keep their date for the afternoon due to Army business.","Scope and Contents Mentions her husband's attack of dysentery; family news; gives news of friends and family; hopes war will soon be over so that the family can all be together; expresses religious feelings; wishes that they could write more freely; tells him to send his letters to E. J. Lee in Maryland who will forward them South to them. Including note, from Selina (Lloyd) Powell, Winchester, Virginia, to \"Charlie,\" Charles L. Powell, Jr., , relating more family news.","Asks for specific items of clothing to be sent because he does not know when he can return home; refers to Haresack? and asks that she make him a smaller one.","Includes description of L. Powell.","Description of how Lloyd Powell was shot in battle of Manassas; details of his personal characteristics and attitudes.","Scope and Contents Expresses sympathy in regard to Lloyd Powell's death; offers comforting words from the Bible. Including letter, from Sue P. Lee, Lexington, Va. to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1861 July 29, offering condolences on the death of her brother, Lloyd Powell.","Thanks Nina for her letter of sympathy concerning the death of her mother; gives news of her brothers and sisters; says that she has terminated her relations with cousin R.? because she could not marry a first cousin; discusses their friendship.","Complains of poor postal service; tells him of Lloyd Powell's death; remembers about Lloyd's characteristics and qualities; says that typhoid fever is spreading in the town; talks about her servants; family news; reports of Willie Lee Chilton's death, a second cousin; expresses religious view.","Love letter to her; proposes marriage to her and her guardian and asks for a reply.","Signed also by J. R. Bowen, Justice of the Peace, stating that Charles L. Powell, Jr. has taken necessary oaths to become Deputy Marshal. . Including on verso, document, from Brigadier General James H. Carson, 1861 October 24, Charles L. Powell, Jr. permission to cross back and forth over enemy lines.","Thanks her for package she sent him; describes his situation and effects of the Civil War.","Thanks her for cap she sent him; his company is located at the \"Big Spring\" near Mr. Gray's.","States that 'Yankees' were in Shepherdstown, WVa. a few nights ago; family news; sends condolences on loss of her brother Lloyd Powell.","Sympathizes upon loss of Nina's brother, Lloyd Powell; relates her story of when her father died; expresses indebtedness to Nina's mother Selina (Lloyd) Powell; mentions sickness prevalent in Winchester, Va.; discusses her brother's Bob Lucas experiences as a soldier; Charles L. Powell, Sr., has accepted position in Richmond; news of spending summer at Col. LaRue's in Clarke to escape the Yankees.","Thanks her for a cap she made and sent to him; expecting to go to camp soon; some family news.","Tells of explosion that a Mr. Hubard caused trying to perfect something like \"Greek fire\" to sell to the government, similar to a powder to use in shells; describes condition of Mr. Hubard, his subsequent operations and death.","Scope and Contents Wanted to give her news from Winchester, Virginia, but \"the spy\" had to burn his information for fear it would fall into enemy hands; tells stories of houses being searched by soldiers; news of friends and relatives; decorated with \"Confederate States of America\" seal.","Trying to catch up with Stonewall Jackson's troops; describes camp life and strategy concerning the Yankees.","Possibility of 'Yankees' taking Richmond; discusses importance of trust in God during battles; inquires about Robert Lee.","General information on troop movements; mentions Battle of Williamsburg.","Describes being a member of Jackson's Army; mentions \"Rockbridge Artillery\" being full; family news. Decorated with \"Liberty and Union\" seal.","Stonewall Jackson captured two entire enemy regiments; enemy took part of Central Railroad; troop movements.","Family news; disappointment about not being able to be with Stonewall Jackson in his last fight.","Discusses the family's living arrangements; thanks her for finding a home for her to stay in, but feels it would be less imposing if she stayed where Nina is teaching in Prince Edward County; hopes that they can all live together soon; rejoices over Jackson's victory in retaking the \"old town\"; says that the Garlands have been very kind during her stay with them; discusses her traveling plans.","Death of friends, Willie Gray and Marshall Barton; death of various others in war including Turner Asby; talks of having made herself a sun-bonnet; news of family and friends.","Speaks of getting a job as a clerk in Major Vaun's office; information about Stonewall Jackson's victories; reports Colonel Ashby's death.","Reviews routine activities; much family and friend news; discusses Stonewall Jackson's troops.","Scope and Contents Everyone feeling ill and weighing less; family news; possible fighting in Richmond, Virginia; Stonewall Jackson is at Hanover Junction, Va.; problem with fleas.","He cannot get into the Rockbridge Artillery; she is staying with a Col. and Mrs. Tucker; battle of Richmond has begun; family news.","Scope and Contents Got position as a clerk in the Quarter Master's Office under Capt. Irwin, first cousin of Selina (Lloyd) Powell; Stonewall Jackson's army passed through Gordonsville about a week ago; talks of deserters from both sides wandering in mountains west of Winchester, Va.; South won battle in Richmond, Virginia","Scope and Contents Got position as a clerk in the Quarter Master's Office under Capt. Irwin, first cousin of Selina (Lloyd) Powell; Stonewall Jackson's army passed through Gordonsville about a week ago; talks of deserters from both sides wandering in mountains west of Winchester, Va.; South won battle in Richmond, Virginia","Scope and Contents Fighting around Richmond, Virginia; Stonewall Jackson's Army arrived to help; describes strategies and events of war.","Details about progress of the war; family news.","Scope and Contents Personal experience in Army. Including newspaper clipping of a poem by John. R. Thompson, entitled \"Ashby\" from a Richmond, Virginia newspaper dated 1862 June 13 , about the war.Verso is Rebecca Powell to Selina (Lloyd) Powell.","Scope and Contents Makes reference to Stonewall Jackson's army and his efforts in Richmond, Virginia; relates events of war and involvement of friends and relatives; family news.","Discusses people she knows who have been wounded or killed in the war; refers to battles at Richmond and Chickahominy, Va.; family news.","Expresses disappointment that her parents didn't get to visit her; complains of \"M's\" temper; gives list of supplies that she has purchased or ordered.","Preparing to go to Gordonsville to join Braxton's Battery; family news.","Has joined Braxton's artillery; give details of battles and accounts of those wounded and killed.","Describes battle between his battery and the 'Yankees;' describes Captain Braxton.","He has jaundice; personal account of stay in Richmond; discusses salary; accounts of the war.","Charles L. Powell, Jr. was killed; added to letter later her husband is still yellow with jaundice; saw the President Davis and his wife; family news.","Explains events of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death near Warrenton Springs, Va.; includes sketch of battlegrounds.","Town gossip; tells story of a Dr. Conrad's arrest and ordeal; family news.","Talks of our troops making it into Maryland; family news; prevalence of typhoid fever; discusses Southern attitudes about the Civil War, and Northerners.","Religious account and explanation of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death.","Informs her of \"Charley's Charles L. Powell, Jr. death; encloses a copy of Capt. Carter M. Braxton's report of the events leading to Charles L. Powell's death.","Offers sympathy for the loss of his son, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; describes the death of their sister Ellen Powell Gray; reports on the welfare of Ellen's family - Mr. William Gray, Kate and Arthur; news of family. Including letter from \"Mother\" Selina L. Powell, to Hattie Powell. Discusses the state of their belongings in their former house in Winchester and what will be sold through cousin Sarah Powell Conrad; says if they do not intend to return, then it should all be sold.","Thanks her for her sympathy upon death of Rebecca's brother, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; expresses religious views; family news.","Responds to news of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death; family news; reports on her own health.","Includes description of Charles L. Powell and the battle. (Newspaper clipping.)","Scope and Contents Lots of family and town news; mentions that army is located near her in Winchester, Virginia","Gives her daily routine schedule; involved in knitting for the soldiers; doesn't seem to think 'Yankees' will approach Richmond, Va.; remembers her son \"Charley\" Charles L. Powell, Jr. often.","Discusses their friendship and situation of the Civil War.","Expresses sympathy for the death of her brother, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; describes in detail the death of her mother, Ellen Powell Gray and reveals her feelings concerning it; gives news of their Powell relatives.","Discusses daily routine; problem with typhoid fever; family news.","Family news.","Comments on incidents of typhoid fever; family news; discusses her minister and baptism of a baby.","Describes circumstances of her daughter Annie's sickness and death; offers sympathy for death of Charles L. Powell, Jr.; family news; including recital of Fenella's funeral rites; \"Earth to Earth, Dust to Dust...\".","Discusses business matters in Winchester that she is taking care of for Charles L. Powell; discusses the ear and the situation in Winchester; sends him some books, stating that the 'Yankees' carried off the rest of them; reports of a proposed armistice.","Describes sickness causing a delirious state for a few days; family news; knitting as a popular pastime; discusses weather; 'Yankees' still have Gloucester Point as a fort; soldiers suffering from \"rot\" that kills them.","Scope and Contents Discusses John Milton's works; family news; Longstreet's Corps has occupied many points near Culpeper Court House. 2 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from Nina Powell, Kenmuir, Louisa County, Va. to \"sister\" either Hattie or Rebecca Powell, , 1862 November 5, reporting family news. Also including note from Selina Powell,Kenmuir, Louisa County, Va.. Expresses grief over Annie Lee's death; asks about Robert E. Lee; prevalence of typhoid fever; describes weather and landscape; 'Yankees' did not disturb Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s grave; family news.","Sends this letter with a letter from Hunter, her brother; comments that Hattie has now been gone from Winchester eight months; says life is fine when Confederate soldiers are in Winchester, but that it is miserable when the 'Yankees' come; says General Jackson has visited them and has his headquarters on the road to Front Royal; says he gave her his photograph and he will send a copy; writes that they are working very hard because the few servants in town are cooking for the soldiers; lists people who will leave town if the 'Yankees' return; says Cousin Betty looks unwell because she works so hard in the hospitals ; writes that they only have 500 sick beds in the hospitals; mentions the destruction by 'Yankees' in other counties; fears they will soon suffer.","Sends thanks for present he received because it will be useful during the winter; expresses desire for peace in the country.","Family news; expresses concern that the Southern army is suffering from a lack of clothes.","Expresses her feelings of loneliness, as she lives among strangers; expresses other worries of disease and of the war; discusses problems with diphtheria in the neighborhood; comments on the shortage of men in the neighborhood, in particular healthy, attractive ones; discusses the hardships of Uncle Prosser and Aunt ReBecca whose former servants burnt much of their property; news of friends and family.","Discusses the condition of Charles L. Powell's estate and what business has been transacted; lists what articles from their home have been sold, commenting that most people in Winchester are not buying things because they are leaving to journey \"up the Valley\"; reports that 4000 men are guarding Winchester, that some tobacco has been burned, and that preparation for evacuation is underway; describes 'Yankee' attacks in Charlestown; comments on the effect of the fear of attack on everyone in the town; gives news of friends.","Scope and Contents Comments on problems with influenza; refers to a Capt. Duff and his defense of Leesburg, Virginia; gives news of town since troops have arrived; family news.","Makes references to the Clarke Cavalry and a Capt. Carter; possessions have been pillaged and towns have been ruined; has to quit farming because of war.","Wishes Nina a Happy Birthday; refers to God and asks to enter his Kingdom; mentions a friend who died from diphtheria; discusses Stonewall Jackson's opposition to the enemy at Port Royal, Va.; family news.","Discusses everyone's fear of diphtheria; family news.","Makes references to Gen. Robert E. Lee's victories; lots of family news.","Expresses the difficulty of losing so many brave men in the war.","Reminisces about their last Christmas together; discusses the slaves and their ability to be dangerous.","Scope and Contents Expresses desire for peace and to return to Winchester, Virginia; much town and family news; sorry they can't spend Christmas together.","She has been ill with a cough and cold; family news.","Inquires about a John Tabb; tells activities of Kate Gordon who is staying with them; mentions a bombazine fine twilled silk fabric; people looking for teaching positions; family news.","Lots of town and family news.","Problems with smallpox; family news; mentions Judge Lee's ? suicide. .","Her husband, Charles L. Powell, Sr., is still looking for a teaching job; recommends reading as a worthwhile hobby.","Describes how her family spent Christmas; thanks her for the cap she made for her brother Rob; discusses the sadness of Hattie's Christmas; discusses friendship; reports that she heard from Mary ? who is living behind Union lines in King George.","Mentions a Col. Tucker?; talks about her personal health; refers to the \"conscript act\"; gives impressions of deaths resulting from the Civil War and ideas of a forthcoming peace; family news.","Family news; refers to robbery of all servants; tells stories of confrontations with the enemy and experiences while at war; discusses food he has to eat; mentions has heard news of Grandma's death; mentions William Edmonson Jones.","family news; discusses her pay for tutoring.","Mentions their father's new employment in Greenville; news of family and friends.","Scope and Contents Family news; describes some of daily activities.Including N. C. E.?, to Nina Powell, , post 1863 March 13 giving neighborhood news.","Scope and Contents Comments on Cavalry's victory in Culpeper, Va.; describes poverty situation in Winchester, Virginia, as result of Civil War; discusses situations in Romney, West Virginia; family news.","Gives information on job prospects; family news.","Found a teaching job in Powhatan; describes location and plans to build a house.","Comments on his activities in the Army; refers to \"the Picketts;\" tells of damage and destruction in Winchester, Va., as a result of 'Yankee' invasion.","Comments on experiences in Army; expresses sadness that young men can't receive education during the war; family news; states that Tip? Powell and Frank Grady were captured in Loudoun, Va.","Discusses clothes; family news; says they will visit Shirley Plantation soon; says Mary? must remain within the Union lines because the only way to leave is to walk eighteen miles at night, carrying baggage; mentions Robert E. Lee, George Washington, and Custis Lee.","Mentions interest in soldiers, especially the South Carolina gentlemen; talks about sources of entertainment; family news.","Describes his house and surroundings; family news.","Mentions \"taking bitters (a tea) made of sarsaparilla root\" for strength and to purify her blood; expresses hopes for war to soon be over; 'Yankees' now have Fauquier under their control; family news; refers to receiving news through the Enquirer.","Scope and Contents Discusses when the family members will see each other; gives news of Powell relatives at Locust Hill; says that goods cannot be sent to them from Locust Hill Leesburg, Virginia because of a blockade; inquires about the fighting in Fredericksburg.","Talks about General Stuart's decision to review his Division; refers to great loss at Battle of Chancellorsville in the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson; describes events of war near Rowlesburg, WVa.; comments on his troops various attacks on different Railroads; gives details about other battles.","Family news; comments on how quickly her chickens are dying.","Discusses fighting in the Civil War and loss of servants; family news and sick and wounded from Battle of Gettysburg.","Comments on war, pestilence and famine; discusses the Civil War.","States that Nina Powell has been recommended to him to take care of his children as well as tutoring them; requests response to his offer.","Discusses pillaging by the Union troops; comments on men who have given their lives for the southern cause; family news.","Comments on scarcity of various staples; offers her $300 to come and teach his children.","Scope and Contents Discusses \"keeping house\" and how much it costs to do so; family news; comments on the Battle of Manassas.Including note from ?, , to Hatty sic Powell, , undated, discussing delivery of enclosed note to Custis Lee.","Attempts to appease Nina's apprehensions about coming to Hanover County if the enemy is there; wants her to begin working the first of October.","Offer to substitute himself for William Henry Fitzhugh Lee as a Northern prisoner of War.","Family news; questions Nina about her \"beaux\" and his courting ways; discusses education.","Refers to burning her previous letter in case of a fight whence it could become public; relates news of troops; family news; discusses fight from the Rappahannock to the Rapidan Rivers.","Scope and Contents Family news.","Lots of family news; states that a man named Taylor Johns has fallen in love with Nina Powell; discusses situation at the Stringfellow's, where Nina now lives.","Discusses in detail his new teaching position; family information.","Gives cotton prices as $3.75 a yard; discusses Battle at Manassas; family news.","Comments on her husband's new position in Albemarle; family news; mentions some events in reference to the Civil War.","Says she saw her father Charles L. Powell, Sr. on his way to move into Cousin R's?; describes her trip to Charlottesville; expresses satisfaction that her mother is able to stay with Uncle Fred and Lute; reports she has eleven scholars.","Family news; discusses her job as a teacher; discusses \"preserving with molasses\"; expresses anger and confusion about Nina's beaux David ?","Discusses his teaching position.","Family news.","Gives opinion on attitudes of young people; family news; expresses interest in religion.","Discusses plans for Christmas, including costs involved and where they can stay; discusses death of Cousin? Temple Grady and its effect on other relatives; discusses teaching and their role in the war effort.","Refers to a battle at Chattanooga, Tennessee; and General Longstreet; discusses cotton and its discount price of $18 a bale; comments on young gentlemen who have come to visit her; other town and family news.","Thanks Hattie for her kind gift of a Bible; gives details of present experience as a soldier in the Civil War; expresses sadness for those who died in the battle.","Mentions a Carrie Hobson's death resulting from a \"perforation of the bowels\" (typhoid fever); family and town news; mentions Temple Grady's brother of C. Powell Grady? death; refers to having some corsets made.","Family news.","Family news; expresses concern about \"national affairs;\" discusses religious point of view.","Family news; discusses General Bragg and his great ability as a leader.","Family news; states that he met Mr. Seddon, Secretary of War and they discussed Judah Benjamin; gives some views of what is happening with the Civil War.","Mentions General Longstreet's retreat from Knoxville, Tenn.; comments on giving Nina some linen for \"sleeves or sleeve bands;\" family news; discusses harvesting of crops; comments on threats that \"Yanks\" are making.","Discusses insufficiency of cotton crops; mentions that her son is on a war vessel, in the ocean, \"larger than the Florida and the Alabama.\"","Family news.","Refers to travel by carriage; discusses mailing \"bleached cotton;\" family news.","Mentions story where 'Yankees' come into towns and arrest Southerners; refers to daguerreotypes; writes a poem/prayer to God about grief he and others have experienced.","Wishes Nina a Merry Christmas since she (Nina) will be together with her parents; family news.","Discusses the inclement weather; states that she had butter and tea for celebration on Christmas morning; gives price of calico as $ 6 per yard.","Comments on her friends spending New Year's Eve at the President's; mentions walking to the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia; family news; refers to cotton vs. bleached cotton; discusses typhoid fever; comments on subject of religion.","Family news; expresses hopes for an end to the Civil War; mentions a book, \"Home Influency\" that deals with raising children.","Mentions losing her heart to a Lieutenant Blackford; family news.","Mentions having forgotten Nina's birthday and becoming more absent minded; states that demonstrating affection in public is not good practice; gives advice and opinion on men and courting; has put \"vie dollars in gold and $25 in Virginia. Bank notes\"; and discusses school teaching; family news.","Has been suffering from sickness similar to typhoid fever; mentions that many servants have the measles; states that the key to her watch is worn out and she cannot wind it.","Offers advice about teaching; has seen John C. Pemberton; family news.","Discusses her illness typhoid fever?; describes her Christmas diversions.","Comments on how he misses having the women in his family at home; family news; discuses some aspects of the Civil War; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Family news; expresses hope that the Civil War will soon end; expresses grief of her Mother's death.","Expresses concern about Hattie Powell's sickness; family news and town gossip; mentions some of the types of food they've been eating; talks about \"yanks\" and their disruptiveness; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Gives Nina advice on how to terminate her engagement with John Dupuy; writes of the death of Hunter McGuire's sister, May; says she now has twelve scholars; news of family and friends; discusses books and mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Says she has been busy knitting gloves, sewing, teaching, nursing, and being sick; says she is nearly \"well and fat\" again; says that her hair has not started to come back yet, but that when it does, she has been told to shave it; asks who Nina's friend Lizzie is; describes people she has met; reports where troops are; discusses ways she is trying to get cotton.","Advises Minnie not to be grieved about their mother's death; some family news.","Article in which Jefferson Davis praises the Confederate soldiers for their \"devotion and self-sacrifice,\" and assures them of their capabilities against the declining enemy; also includes a commentary about Davis' speech, stating that the present spirit of the South has never been paralleled in history.","Congratulates Nina on her engagement to John J. Dupuy; discusses their friendship; news of family and friends.","Family news.","Mentions a girl's death from diphtheria; refers to traveling by train; discusses blockade of the Potomac River; comments on greenbacks and their value; refers to the 'Yankee Congress;' general Civil War news.","Gives consent for him to marry Nina after listing the pros and cons of the situation.","Town news and family news; refers to knitting as a past time; states that her hair has not begun to \"come out yet\".","Discusses her new beau; much family and town news; refers to events of the Civil War and the Powhatan troops.","Says that her employer, Mrs. Stringfellow, has offered to allow her two weeks for Easter; asks permission to come home; gives detailed plans on how she could get there cheaply; says the \"troops\" will return before Easter; asks if her father is coming home for the holiday.","Discusses selection of a minister; comments on her knitting for the soldiers; town gossip and family news.","Discusses sale of a draft on New York for $625.","Thanks her for gloves she knitted and set to him.","Comments on her sister's problem with inflammatory rheumatism; much town and family news; tells stories of soldiers who have returned home; comments on lack of patriotism in the country; mentions readying.","Tells of a shopping trip she took to Charlottesville, and the people she saw; describes a visit to see their father at Cousin R. Nowland's; discusses the new tax law, the \"panic,\" and the new monetary issue; news of friends and family; mentions reading.","Makes reference to needing a straw-splitter; discusses financial situation; comments on Nina's engagement to \"Brother John\" Dupuy?","Mentions interruption of communications due to Yankee Raid; states that he sat near Gen. Robert E. Lee and Mr. Edmund Lee on a train car and talked with them; describes conversation; discusses the events of the Civil Warincluding Lee's near capture by Custis' divisionary raid through Albemarle County, during the Kilpatrick - Dahlgren Raid on Richmond; mentions Holmes Conrad.","Much town news; discusses 'Yankees' and their progression; comments on her attempts to hide her silver on her body in order to keep it from the Yankees.","Family news; expresses religious views.","Family news; discusses events of the Civil War; including raid by Custis on Albemarle; mentions Holmes Conrad.","Family news.","Discusses the weather; much town and family news.","Says her Easter plans have been cancelled because of the snow storm; mentions how close she (Nina) has been to the Union troops; says she feels much better and now weights 114 pounds; reports on fatal measles in the area; reports on how she has spent her time with Captain Morgan.","Sends her a letter from Kate?","Discusses buying and selling cotton; comments on college opportunities; family news.","Family news and town gossip; comments on gold lace on the coats of those who make rank of Captain.","Family news; refers to Nina's grandmother's Anne Harriotte (Lee) Lloyd death; discusses 'Yankees' and their progress; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Comments on reading as a pastime and mentions ? Cooper's novels; family news; refers to 'Yankees' taking hostages; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Describes her daily schedule; reports how their Aunt Jeanie Lloyd and Aunt ReBecca are doing in relation to the war; describes social visits; mentions an Aunt Nannie; news of family and friends.","Discusses weather and its effects on gardens and crops; comments on 'Yankees' and news about the Civil War; family news.","Family news; comments on news of the Civil War.","Gives detailed description of fighting near Beaver Dam, Va., as told to her by some of the soldiers; mentions visit by Gen. Stuart; describes other events of the war from personal point of view.","Family news; discusses struggle on the Rapidan River; tells of other Civil War news.","Scope and Contents Discusses general battle news; expresses concern about struggle in Hanover County, Virginia.","Discusses events of the war; comments on actions of Yankees.","Scope and Contents Comments on armies being at Hanover Junction and expresses her concern and fears; refers to burning of Powhatan depot by Union troops. Including note from Selina (Lloyd) Powell, Charlotte County, Va., to Nina Powell, Verdon, Hanover County, Virginia, 1864 May 24, correcting some spelling errors.","Expresses relief that the 'Yankees' did not come through the area where Nina is; says that her father wants her Nina to leave soon because of the danger; says things are so scarce in Charlotte that there would not be enough to feed her; expresses relief that Nina is not living between the two railroads; says the news they get about the war is encouraging, but she thinks the conflict will be a long one; discusses plans to get the family together.","Refers to battle of Vicksburg; tells of other developments of the Civil War.","Refers to a cousin, Mrs. Randolph Tucker whose house is at the corner of Grace and Adams street in Richmond; family news.","Asks about Nina's daily schedule and when she says prayers; expresses sorrow that Hattie's teaching position near Nina did not work out; tells her she must be self-reliant; says she is waiting to find out if she can join Mr. Powell; discusses the fashions of hats; sends her respects to Mr. Stringfellow.","Much town and family news.","Describes her social schedule; encourages her to pursue a relationship with Willie Booker; news of family.","Recounts all he has been doing for the past two years (has been in charge of a prison).","Asks Nina to change her mind and work for them another year; claims they are safe from the 'Yankees' and that the war will soon be over; praises her teaching of their three girls.","Discusses Union troops' burning of houses in Richmond; gives views on death; family news.","Comments on typhoid fever; family news.","Family news. Mentions not being able to find a nail-brush in the city and forgot India ribbon; comments on 'Yankees' treating people badly; refers to buying lip-glue at Randolph's Book Store; discusses her (Nina's), new house.","Describes Mr. Powell's teaching position with the Scott family; says he is trying to find a place near him for her to stay; says there was a Yankee raid near where he is staying; discusses where friends who are soldiers are stationed; mentions families who are looking for wounded soldiers to employ as teachers.","Much family and town news.","Comments on symptoms of the \"fever\"; expresses religious beliefs concerning deaths resulting from battles; family news and town news.","Family news; discusses teacher's pay.","Much family and town news; inquires about her new home in Richmond, Va..","Discusses one of Nina's pupils and how Nina should act towards the family that is employing her; mentions arrangements to exchange a pair of shoes; reports on friends and family; reports on \"her Willie,\" and where he is stationed; mentions soldiers for whom she has knitted gloves.","Discusses the suitability of Mr. Starke's teaching offer for her mother.","Chides Nina for not writing her; asks if she is spending all her time with Willie Dupuy, who has a wounded shoulder; reports on what she has done socially; asks her to get some cartridges for her pistol when she buys some for her own gun; says Minna Booker is to be married November fourth; discusses sewing.","Transcription of cross hatch letter by Alison Herring:","\nBlenheim  October 24th","Sunday morning [1864]","\nWell my lady-love do you know","that it has been almost three weeks","since the arrival of your last letter","to me, and two weeks since I answered","it, and not a line have I had from","you since, no nor a word from either","Pa or Sis since the 9th of the month.","you all must think I am dead, buried,","and forgotten, at least you quite forget","that I get the blues horribly shut up here","in the country when none of you write","to me. I got a letter from Ma on Friday","last the very first letter I had had from","anyone for 10 days, or from anybody","but her for 16.  I have no correspondents this","year at all except you all \u0026 you ought to","write to me often.  And pray miss what are","you so occupied with that you can't find","time to write, friend Markoe or your","poor dear wounded Willie.  I hear through","a letter from Aunt Bec to Ma that you","have spent the day with her, \u0026 thro' Mrs","Stewart that John Tabb was at church","with you and [?] Powell. I suppose","you have not been so quiet that you","[Page 2]","had nothing to write about and I","am just disposed to be charitable","towards you at all, so if you want to","get into my good graces you had better","set yourself right down \u0026 write me","two or three good long letters.  Mother","writes me that Willie Dupuy is at","home wounded in the shoulder \u0026","Capt Watkins in the hand but neither","of them dangerously, however.  I suppose","you have heard all about them, tis not","worth while for me to tell you, and","I reckon Willie will manage to see","Miss Nina before he returns to the army.","Have you ever heard anything from","Mr. Markoe since you went down","in the cars with him, Sis seemed to","think you are decidedly smitten.","Well I suppose as you are so long writing","to me you hardly care to hear what I","have been doing, so I have a great mind","not to tell you, and in fact I hardly","quite know where to begin it has been","so long but just for my own gratification","I will try.  Mr. Willis Hobson has three","South Carolinians at his house, sent from","the hospital, they have been there a long","time very sick \u0026 are just now getting","well enough to visit about. One of them","is a Col Dogan, without exception","\n[Page 3]","\nthe rudest, most boisterous, vulgar","man I ever saw, well yesterday week","I heard his voice down stairs \u0026","knew he had come to stay all day","so I dressed myself, slipped out the","back way and went over to old","Mrs. Hurt's to spend the day.  I had a","very pleasant day indeed, I found","her [?] an exceedingly intelligent","agreeable girl, I took to her very much","indeed \u0026 I think she did to me, but","she has just lost her father so the vis-","iting will have to be all on my side","for a while.  When I get back in the even-","ing here was Col D still \u0026 he staid until","Wednesday.  Sunday I went down to Eman-","ual and saw Fannie, she was as sweet \u0026 Cordi-","al as ever, she seemed so glad to see me \u0026 says","she is coming up for me soon some Fri-","day evening.  Monday night Mr. [Reich?] a","Marylander belonging to the 3rd Cavalry","staid here all night.  I found him a","very agreeable gentleman I forgot to","say that Sunday while we were at din-","ner Mrs. W. Hobson came over \u0026 brought","her Cousin young Bolling, son of Mr. Robert","Bolling of Fauquier, and brother of Hunter","[Page 4]","McGuires old friend of Philadelphia Dr. B","and Mr. Venning one of the S.C. especial-","ly to see me and I enjoyed their visit","very much indeed.  Mr. Bolling is only","18 but he is six feet tall very handsome","and very agreeable.  Mr. V sings very well","and is a quiet gentlemanly widower but","nothing remarkable.  Tuesday evening Mrs.","H sent a horse for me \u0026 I went over there \u0026","staid all night, and then saw the third","S.C. a Dr. Waring a married man, and","one of the most accomplished elegant","gentlemen I have ever met with. I","came home on horseback Wednesday morning","in time for school \u0026 when I came out of school","found Cousin John here.  He says if it is good","weather next Friday he is coming up to take","me down to his house to stay until Sun-","day where I will come home with the Dr.","from church.  Thursday all the gentlemen","from Mr. H's spent the day here, and Fri-","day Mr. B left this county, but he is a paroled","prisoner and if he is not exchanged soon","will come back.  Friday evening Mrs. H \u0026 my-","self walked over to Mrs. Goodmans one of ","our nearest neighbors \u0026 I paid my first","visit there, and her son who went down","in the cars the day you did with Bell","Stewart, walked home with me.  He is a plain","honest, good, solider, but not over burdened","[sideways on page 1]","with intellect.  He says he is coming over to see me this week","and going to bring his pistol for me to practice shooting with","but I doubt whether he does. By the way have you ever been able","to get cartridges for your pistol, if you have I wish you would","get some for me, \u0026 if you haven't get John Tabb to look for some","for you \u0026 me too, I have only two \u0026 I want some very much.","And now, I come to the very purpose for which my let-","ter is written which is to tell you that Dr. Hobson is going","to Richmond this week, probably on Tuesday, the same day","this letter will go, but I shall send this by mail, as there","will be a chance of your getting it sooner, \u0026 I shall send","you by him the handkerchief, collar, \u0026 [shirt sleeves?] for your","silk dress \u0026 a little of my perfume but it did not turn","out well, it will I think do to put in hair oil but that is all.","\n[sideways across page 2]","\nThe Dr. will stay at Mr. Stewart for about two days I reckon","so if you have gotten cartridges \u0026 have a chance I wish","you would send me some by him.  Have you made your","alpaca dress yet \u0026 how did you make it particularly","the sleeves. I have not picked mine yet nor considered","what to do with it, but Minna Booker is to be married the","4th of next month \u0026 I think I must make it by that","time. I had a present sent me the other day of 3 yds","of unbleached cotton to make a chemise.  I have done","nothing lately except patch a few old clothes \u0026 knit","on my [opra?] stockings for next summer in fact","I have nothing to do.  Well I believe I have exhaust-","ed myself of my subjects too so I will stop, but","mind I expect two letters in answer to this. I am","very anxious to know what Mother will do, and","rather hope she will go to Albemarle, tho' I should","like her to be near you, or I think we could go to","see her there.  Write soon to your own loving","Sister Hattie","\nMonday.  Dr. H's is so unwell today he thinks he will not","be able to go to Richmond this week and don't know when","he will go so I shall not be able to send your things yet. I","got an invitation yesterday to Minna's wedding next Thurs-","day week.  I am much inclined to go, if the Dr. Don't for-","bid which he seems to be inclined to do. Mrs. H is very anx-","\n[Sideways on page 3]","\nious that I should go.  If I go I shall want my new","dress \u0026 shall have to set to work immediately to make","it, so if you have a new dress pattern, send it to me by","mail at once, I can get a pattern of the yoke come-","ing [waist?], Mag Harris has it.  Yours truly,","H.L.P.","Complains about difficulties in the teaching profession; family news.","Describes her situation at the Garrett's, teaching Lizzie and others; emphasizes the importance of letter writing now that they are apart; discusses Mr. Irving's? failing health; says Lizzie has diphtheria; describes social events; discusses Nina's problems with teaching Blanche; reports on friends who have been wounded or killed in the war; asks bout Cousin Mary Lee and Cousin Emily.","Reports that her brother Rob has been wounded and may have to have his leg amputated; says her brother Jimmie is in Charleston where there is much yellow fever; says they work all day without rest; more family news.","Gives advice on how Nina should manage one of her pupils; reports on what she is doing; discusses clothes; mentions Minna's wedding.","Gives reasons why she hasn't written of late; describes her brother's episode of being shot in the hand and its effects; comments on number of men that are off at war and says that those who remain are \"quaking\"; family news; expresses hope that God will get them through \"these difficulties.\"","Describes her social activities; discusses balancing work and pleasure; news of family and friends.","Asks about her \"new home\" in Richmond and her \"new occupation\" with Mrs. Paleski; describes Minna's wedding; says the weather was so bad that no one could go home, so the reception lasted all night; reports what she has done socially; describes in detail a dress she just made.","Expresses joy that Nina and their mother can live close to each other; reports on her social activities; discusses plans for Christmas; mentions how well the Confederate Cavalry is doing; discusses friends that are soldiers, and which of them she has knitted gloves for.","Describes a preacher, Mr. McGill, who is visiting; describes social events; discusses clothes she is making; questions Junius Powell's decision to go to Bermuda instead of joining the army; mentions Harry Harrison Mrs. Huge's brother who came home after a prisoner at Fort Delaware. .","Discusses how her home was destroyed; details experiences with the Yankees; comments on incarceration of many Southerners in northern prisons and their suffering; family news.","Describes her trip to Charlottesville and the people she visited, including cousin Gert; mentions Sally's? death; says she must soon accept an offer for teaching from Mr. Frank Cabell; discusses depreciation of money; mentions a cousin Ann and a cousin Laura; reports that Tip Powell was taken prisoner.","Discusses the bad weather and muddy roads, says she has not heard from Custis Lee, for whom she made gloves; discusses clothes and Christmas plans; tells Nina to \"change her dress\" whenever she desires, since she will always mourn inside; says she and Rebecca will change theirs in the spring; discusses the problems Winchester is having with the Yankees; mentions Minna's wedding.","Discusses a prospective teaching job for her and his plan for her.","Family news; begs her to spend Christmas with them.","Expresses happiness that her mother and father will finally be able to live together again; comments on Nina Powell's loss of hair; refers to suffering Loudoun County, due to Yankees; family news; describes how a friend spends time trying to find hiding places for her possessions.","Describes a \"homespun\" dress that she has; family news; describes weather; tells her to go to a Christmas get-together where she can met many people, including Robert E. Lee, Custis Lee, and perhaps \"our beloved President\" Jefferson Davis; later mentions rumors that President Davis may be dead.","Mentions pastime crocheting a cap; comments on delay of mail; discusses ordering some supplies from her sister; refers to troop movement on \"the Danville road\"; family news.","Scope and Contents Describes social activities; urges Nina to spend Christmas in Richmond with Cousin Emily; discusses cotton and where to buy it. Including fragment of letter from \"cousin\" Laurence B. Taylor, to ?, , undated, stating that he hopes they will see much of each other in Albemarle County.","Discusses the difficulties of sending mail; inquires about their mother's health; news of friends and the war.","Thanks her for the gauntlets, testament, and book of psalms that she sent him.","Tells what she did during Christmas holidays; discusses her job as a teacher as well as who and what subjects she teaches; family and town news.","Comments on Robert E. Lee's thoughts that the South is in danger; discusses her knitting and whom she has made gloves for; states how she doesn't understand men; family news.","Discusses the possibility of Nina being engaged to Willie Dupuy; says she would like to know him better before she can consent; would like for her to make the final decision herself; says their engagement would last indefinitely because they are both poor and Willie was \"disabled\" from the war; asks her to consider these issues.","Scope and Contents Responds to her requesting permission to be engaged to Mr. William Dupuy?; gives feelings about entire situation; refers to evacuation of Richmond, Virginia.","Family news; asks her to send her stamps and black glazed cotton and to look for strawsplitters; describes episode of being thrown from horse.","Discusses how busy she is making gloves; mentions Nina's engagement/involvement with a \"brave, Christian soldier.\"","Discusses possibility of Nina moving to Norwood if Richmond is given up.","family news; discusses the bond between two who love each other.","Expresses happiness about Nina's now official engagement to Mr. William Dupuy; other family news.","Hattie Powell, Blenheim, Albemarle County, Va., to \"sister\" Rebecca Powell.","Gives advice on how to express feelings of love to her fiance, in her correspondence.","Gives her advice about her situation with Mr. Dupuy; tells her to make up her own mind and to be sure of his character and their love; advises that if she is certain that she wants to be engaged to him, then not to hold back her feelings and to show her trust; gives more advice.","Scope and Contents Family news; expresses her approval of William Dupuy as Nina's fiance. 4 pages. letter signed. Includes copy of letter, 1865 February 10 from William Dupuy to \"Sir\" Charles L. Powell, Sr., , discussing his and Nina's relationship and betrothal.","Gives advise on Nina's relationship with a young man Willie Dupuy; says that if they ever get married they would always be poor; discusses what he will want in a wife; discusses Nina's fear that her ways are not elegant enough for him because he was brought up in higher society; reveals her philosophy on how to act in society, how to view oneself, and how to act towards men to keep them interested.","Comments on attempts to regain some of their family possessions; discusses the break-up of Nina Powell's engagement; mentions Hattie Powell's arrival in Goochland, Va., family news.","Discusses Nina's problem with an employer, Mrs. Powell, and suggests other families she could work for; says she can spend $ 350 on material for summer clothing; discusses the plight of the South; reveals her feelings about Nina's engagement; describes a visit to Norwood where her parents are working for Mr. Cabell; reports that cousin Lizzie Powell, fourth daughter of Uncle Llew, is to be married; news of family and friends; mentions teaching.","Discusses materials for sewing dresses; expresses her anger at how Mrs. Powell (an employer) treated Nina; discusses her neighbors where she is teaching, saying none are suitable for Nina to live with and teach for; gives news of friends and family; says they have a soldier staying there; mentions teaching. Including newspaper clipping advertising for teachers.","Thanks her for presents she sent him; expresses hope of seeing her again soon.","Lots of family news; discusses Union troops.","Says Mr. Philip Cabell is stopping by \"Bremo\" on his way to Richmond, so she is taking this opportunity to send a letter; discusses opportunities for her to work with other families and how she should set this up; wishes she could come to see them but says it is impossible because the canal is \"broken up,\" the roads are bad, and the 'Yankees' destroyed the carriage; hopes that she is comfortable at General Cocke's; hopes that he doesn't mind her being there since he is a wealthy man. Letter is continued on a small slip of paper - advises on the different uses of \"shall\" and \"will\" in writing letters.","Expresses relief that she is safe after traveling through dangerous area; says that their parents had some trouble when traveling, and that they lost some clothes; discusses an offer to teach in Keysville, Charlotte County; reports battle action in the area; asks what she thinks about her giving her silver cup to \"the government;\" mentions the death of their aunt Ann's baby, Fannie.","Mentions sending carpet bags to her parents filled with necessary items she could spare; comments on 'Yankees' being on southside of the James River, Va. and dreading a raid.","Send the key to her bonnet box; mentions a cousin Kate Noland and an Aunt Bettie Conrad; news of family and friends.","Discusses surrender of Confederates in detail; expresses religious beliefs about result of the Civil War; describes battle in Richmond, Va..","Comments on prohibition from traveling North; mentions recognition by France and the French position; gives religious opinions; describes some of the remnants left by 'Yankees.'","Reports news of post-war events since Hattie receives no news in the country; expresses the sentiments and anxieties of those in an occupied city, discusses Robert E. Lee and his sons; reports rumors about Booth, Jefferson Davis, and the surrender of the army of Joseph E. Johnston to William T. Sherman; discusses the sacrifices of the last four years and where it has led.","Describes the people with whom she is staying; expresses joy that she feels comfortable in Richmond; says she hears rumors about whether Richmond will be given up or not; tells her to come to them if there is any danger; news about friends.","Describes a battle at Fort Jackson that she was able to witness from her cousin's house; says Hunter ? is the medical doctor of Ewell's Corps; mentions lack of provisions; says she had to work very hard last winter.","Refers to \"free negroes\" and the fall of Richmond; tells stories of robbers in various neighborhoods; discusses difficulty to have faith in God where there is so much suffering; also refers to bands of \"negro robbers\" and describes their actions.","Lots of family news; expresses sorrow and grief about living through these times.","Lots of family news; comments on problems with servants; refers to death of Lincoln and memorial service for him.","Reports that Mr. Cabell bought a horse from a Mississippi soldier; reports that a Yankee soldier came to the house asking for brandy; says that she and Fan ? are closing school for the summer; says she will soon come to Norwood to visit them.","Discusses health, says she has rheumatism; says they will stay in Richmond until July; tells their options of where to go; considers the cost of the Civil War; discusses the condition of President Davis, prisoner at Fort Monroe; says the \"Yankee officers\" are being kinder to Richmonders; says Pierrepont has just arrived in Richmond.","Reports she is staying with relatives but that it is so crowded, she will leave soon; says the house has been burned down, so they are living in log cabins; tells that she will soon go to Canada to visit her brother Horace; discusses where Nina could set up a school in that neighborhood.","Tells of her religious belief about the Civil War and how she prays daily; discusses subject of white vs. black labor; family news; comments on cruel treatment of \"our\" President Jefferson Davis; refers to a Dr. Hoge who denies trying to begin a colony in Brazil.","Expresses difficulty in accepting downfall of Confederacy; family news; discusses Nina's engagement to Willie Dupuy.","Family news.","Poem entitled \"The Bachelor's Consolation\" written by \"Goodman A. Bachelor.\"","Family news; comments on Nina's engagement; discusses situation with Black persons; comments on elections and how soldiers were put into many of the civil offices; plans for jousting tournament.","Discusses the family's moving to a new house and how they all can be reunited once again.","Discusses where they may move; says the 'Yankees' have possession of her home in Arlington; says the situation in Richmond is better since Pierrepont Pierpont arrived; gives news about family; mentions Robert E. Lee (1843-1914) and William Henry Fitzhugh Lee.","Discusses Nannie's ? wedding; says their father will need her Nina home for the opening of school; tells how she has been spending her time; discusses the school; reports that Mary ? is there; expresses fear for her Aunt Mary because of the threats of a Black uprisings in southern Virginia; asks if everything is going well between Nannie and Willie Booker.","Discusses the continuing uncertainties of where their family will live; says she will return to work at Mr. Cabell's because she cannot depend on family plans; describes her visit to Greenwood.","Discusses a horse riding jousting tournament and social event that followed; family news.","Reports travel plans; lists social events; news of friends; says she will begin at Mr. Cabell's in two weeks.","Says that she just realized that it is her 56th birthday; discusses some issues on etiquette; says that she is glad that she is pleased with her new house; has heard that the 'Yankees' are advancing on Charlottesville; says Gloucester is having problems with the Yankees, so she will not return there; expresses disappointment that Mr. Powell did not secure a certain job that would have allowed them all to live together; says that the Redds and the Bookers have been very kind to her and do not want her to leave; writes that the Dupuy's son Willie? has bullet wounds in both thighs and in the foot.","Family news.","Describes a boat trip she took with Sallie ? to Norwood; gives news of Mr. William Cabell; discusses literature; news of friends and family.","Says Hunter has a small (medical) practice; gives news about what her other brothers? are doing; says Willie is doing well despite the time he spent in prison; tells how he was marched by their home last winter by the 'Yankees' and taken to prison; tells how their house was used as a hospital, her family was put under arrest, and they were forced to live with the 'Yankees' for six months; expresses her hatred of the 'Yankees;' discusses how the last four years have changed her; tells how Gert ? was working in the hospitals and on the battle field, caught a disease and has been bedridden for the last thirteen months; says she was very weak last winter because of the hard work and anxiety; says she could no longer work in the hospitals because of how the sights of war affected her.","Scope and Contents Family news; comments on the meeting of Congress and its result on the restoration of southern property.","Writes about Presbyterian Conference she is attending; gives town and family news.","Scope and Contents Gives history of a family, telling which troop each son is in; comments on the scarcity of paper, which is why she is writing on the back of a letter written to her by her mother. Letter Including on back: Selina Powell, Charlotte Court House, Virginia, to \"daughter\" Hattie Powell. Asks her about her fever and if it is interfering with her teaching; says Mr. Powell visited her for a week; says she will stay in Charlotte all winter; mentions death of Carry Hobson.","Scope and Contents Sends her a pair of slippers which she made the best she could with the materials available; says she wanted to do something for her during \"these war times\"; says her father is not home yet; gives list of things Rebecca needs.","Discusses the importance of having nice handwriting; describes Kate's ? studies; grieves over how many have lost their homes and hopes that her daughter could have a couple of years off from teaching; says those who must have employment are happiest; writes of family and friends; discusses her Uncle G's ? method of teaching. Including attached insert saying that Mr. H. ? declined her father's services.","Describes the scene when the 'Yankees' came into the home of Dr. Robert Baldwin; says Dr. Baldwin was kicked out of town because he refused to pay a servant; describes how the town has changed since the Union troops have taken over; mentions a man named Milroy who seems to be their leader; gives news of family members many of whom have been sick; describes a puppy he has gotten; describes a battle in which many 'Yankees' were taken as prisoners; says Milroy has escaped and has gone to Washington; says all of her furniture is not sold and that they cannot try to sell it while the 'Yankees' are here; discusses Dr. Daniel Conrad's practice.","Asks what Jeanie ? will do all summer; says she has heard that all the carriage horses in Gloucester have been carried off; says she will go to Powhatan to join her husband who is working for Mr. Michaux; says the 'Yankees' are in Shepherdstown but that the Confederates have Winchester.","Speaks of the last four years, the excitement and the trials; discusses \"the college\" that Robert is involving with; discusses the difficulty of finding good help; describes their house, saying it is handsome to \"confederate eyes;\" expresses sadness that her home is still used by Union troops; discusses Alexandria.","Comments on the postal problems and hopes she has been receiving her letters; gives news of the Bookers; writes of her anxiety over how she Nina is and discusses her travel plans to Prince Edward; discusses where the 'Yankees' are stationed; writes of the family's plans for the summer.","Sends her cotton for stockings; comments on postal problems; discusses the safety of Richmond; discusses sewing and fashions; news of family and friends.","Discusses the dilemma of Southerns taking the \"oath\" with the Northerners so that they can protect their property.","Reports that Captain Watkins and Willie Dupuy have been wounded; says she does not know which battle they were in; news of friends; says she has heard from Mr. Powell recently; discusses dresses.","Says that she sent socks to Willie ? who is in the army; mentions the death of James Mcoughty?","Describes how to make Mrs. Sharpe's ? hat; describes Lute's hat; says she will get two or three hundred dollars in Northern money from an Uncle William.","34 items.","Discusses teaching; describes trip to Charlottesville and adventurous train ride; mentions Sandy Pendleton's ? wedding; discusses Trip's ? health.","Sends Rebecca a picture of Robert E. Lee, taken during the war (picture is dated 1866 January 20 ); writes of Lexington where they have just moved; gives news of family.","Describes her social activities; gives teaching position that Hattie is considering; reports that 'Yankees' are being strict in their town.","Discusses poor mail service; describes Alexandria as dull town with spirit of despondency, town may be forced into the District of Columbia; describes visit of Henry Hallowell ?; much family and town news.","Discusses crocheting, books they have read; family news and gossip.","Discusses family news; speaks of financial situation of buying a house in Baltimore; discusses problems of retrieving household items (portraits, furniture, etc.) and where to put them.","Discusses details of retrieving family possessions from the Office of Confiscation; includes list of objects missing.","Describes her trip and her stay with Cousin Lee; tells of relatives and other people she has seen; will continue traveling.","Discusses daily life and schedule; family news.","Describes her trip to Dr. Wights' and tells of the people she met there; discusses dresses; asks about the family.","Description of the political happenings in Washington, D.C.: the disputes between President Johnson and the \"Radicals,\" Mr. Johnson's veto message, the South's need to have representation in Congress; tells his view of these happenings; discusses attempts to retrieve articles from the confiscation office; family news.","Tells of difficulty she has dealing with current hardships, \"Yankee\" rule, and free Black persons; news about friends in the neighborhood.","Describes dinner at New Market and the people she saw there; describes conditions of roads, outlawing carriage rides; much news of family and friends.","Tells of people she has seen or heard from.","Discusses family news and news of friends; talks of sewing projects.","Gives an account of her \"Easter excursion,\" reporting what she did and whom she met; says Mrs. Atkins has no servants, so she will have to clean her own room.","Describes events of neighborhood; tells news of friends; tells of religious happenings, Mr. Wharey's ? reform in the church, and her religious sentiments; writes of her gloomy feelings about the South, her distrust of the Yankees, and her rebellious feels toward them; congratulates Nina on having her own \"home.\"","Tells of stay in Cumberland with her \"sister and brother\"; tells of problems in retrieving household items lost in war; Douglas' Forrest?her husband? law practice is improving.","Asks Nina to welcome her friend, Mr. Henry Theodore Wight, who brings the letter, and make his stay in Alexandria pleasant.","Tries to convince Nina to take a trip next summer; describes new bonnet styles; describes her friend Henry Theodore Wright who will be taking a trip to Alexandria; discusses clothes.","Gives her view on the family taking in boarders, saying children would be easier for their mother to handle; asks about the \"Council;\" reports on what she has done socially; discusses the dresses she has made; says that yesterday the people of Richmond decorated the Confederate soldiers' graves; says she wishes she had gone; says Mrs. Adkins did not go, but sent flowers to Richmond. Written on letter from J. Walker, Dover ?, to Hattie Powell, Rolling Views, undated. Sends her flowers and asks her to come to visit him.","Describes her visit to Richmond, people she visited, and how many commented on how well she looked compared to last winter; describes clothes she is making.","Asks her to send ribbon for a dress she will wear to a day-long affair at Norwood; news of friends.","Discusses their plans to go to Prince Edward County; discusses what clothes she has and what she may need; news of family and friends.","Explains why she cannot attend the gathering at Mr. Redd's that night; says she must listen to her head and not her heart so that she may get well; says she is tired of feeling ill and weak.","Invites Nina and Hattie Powell to come stay with them; says she feels better and is very excited to see them.","Expresses her joy that she arrived home safely, and her regret that her mother Selina Powell has taken ill; describes a jousting tournament among young boys or \"knights,\" in which the girls were honored as Queens and Maids of Honor; news about family and friends.","Gives her condolences for her uncle's death and her mother's illness; tells her of Nancy's Lettie's sister engagement and tells Nina not to leave her to marry a man; much news of family and friends.","Thanks Nina for her letter congratulating her and Willie Booker on their engagement; news about her fiance; tells her adventures of keeping the house while her mother was gone; news of family and friends.","Writes that her father is looking for board for her Selina and until then she will stay in Charlotte; recommends that Nina not write to a man unless she is engaged to him or unless he is an old family friend; news of family and friends.","Discusses how far they are apart but thinks it is best that she (her mother) stay at Uncle Fred's; says she will stay at school for Christmas; writes of family and friends; tells that her health is very good and that she weights 106 pounds; discusses her school duties and her sewing.","Describes the parties she has had at her home recently; speaks of the engagement between Willie Booker and Nancy her sister, and Lou Edmunds and Captain Hill; news of family and friends.","Tells how she and her friends have been together for three weeks now, staying at different homes; wishes Nina could be there; news of courting, engagements and weddings; tells Nina that she will not become an old maid; much news about family and friends; discusses reading societies and books read.","Tells of courtings, engagements and weddings; tells of Christmas plans; discusses the struggle in the Christian life to be pure.","Describes Christmas holidays; discusses the Christian struggle for purity; says she is having more headaches; discusses poor financial situation with no patrons paying for her teachings.","Describes the changes taking place: their Uncle Joe has died and she, Lavalette and her mother have moved to Falkland to take care of his children; she and Lavalette will teach the children; Lavalette is feeling worse; her brother and sister May will take care of Linden; news of engagements, weddings, family and friends.","Describes her new home and her new schedule; news about family and friends.","Tells about her fiance Willie Booker's work in Medical School; describes reactions to the Territorial Bill and to General Scofields; wonders if Lavalette will keep her promise to become an old maid; says the weather is so bad that they will not be able to go to Church for a month because of the roads; says she is trying to guess when weddings will be by who is making their wedding clothes.","Describes her teaching job with her sister Nancy; describes her students; tells how spirits have been low since the passage of the Territorial Bill, says their district is commanded by General Schofield; describes the \"demoralizing\" incident of one of the county men running off with a 'Negro' girl and marrying her; news of family and friends.","Sends this letter through a friend and asks Rebecca to mail a package to Washington, D.C. for her; may have some frames sent to her, which could then be sent to them by steamboat to Richmond and canal boat to Lexington; says Mildred is in Richmond; Rob and Fitzhugh may go to Jennie's? wedding.","Describes the commencement exercises that she and Lavalette attended at Hampden Sydney; describes the fashions she saw there; says the scrub worm is seriously damaging the tobacco crop; describes their summer bonnets bought in Richmond. 4 pages. letter signed.","Says that Nancy her sister has been ill; says that she, Nancy and their mother will take a trip North for their health; says she dreads to be among the 'Yankees;' tells that Lou Booker has typhoid fever and so her wedding must be postponed; discusses the advantages and disadvantages of being an old maid and whether they will be one.","Gives news of gentlemen who are courting her; says that John Smith has been visiting her every other night; tells Nina that it is becoming serious and that she better come home soon or she will be gone; gives advice on the gentlemen that Nina is seeing.","Describes their stay in Danville; tells that her engagement with Willie Booker has been terminated; discusses their plans of where to live next year; news of family and friends; discusses fair.","Thanks Hattie for her announcement of her \"change of condition\" marriage or engagement?; gives her best wishes for her health and happiness.","Discusses which furniture and portraits she would like to have sent to her.","Discusses details of sending furniture from Alexandria to Lexington and of having portraits framed and sent. Includes notes to Selina and Nina.","Discusses her transactions to acquire more furnishings for their home; news about family and friends.","Asks about her interactions with Mr. D?; says Nina's happiness is the only bright spot in their lives; says she hasn't been to church much; says she has seen a lot of Willie S.?; regrets that she can't say everything she would like to, because the letter must go through so many hands; writes of the broken Southern spirit; asks if there are any \"situations\" near them that she could take; says that she cannot write much because it works her \"into such a state\".","Tells of their new life at Linden, helping to take care of \"Sis\" May's children; comments on Nina's sister Hattie's marriage; discusses religion; describes a trip to Richmond; news about family and friends.","Recommends that she or Rebecca go with her to visit friends in Prince Edward County; tells her that since Mrs. Booker'shouse was used as headquarters for them during the war, they must make a pleasure visit to her since the war is over.","Thanks Nina for sending her the objects repossessed from the war; comments on their sentimental value; gives news about Baltimore's social events and her husband Douglas' work.","Tells what family has done since she left for her trip; says everyone is feeling remarkably well on account of the warm weather; tells her to enjoy her visit with Lizza and Aggie ?","Tells what each person in household is doing that evening: Mamma, Papa, Lute?, Lewis?, Fan?; says she visited Hattie who is feeling well \"under the circumstances;\" news about neighborhood.","Describes the health of each family member; says Mr. Powell had dyspepsia for which she gives him a raw onion; says Hattie is the same and cannot leave her room; gives news of friends; discusses a fire at Lee's ? house; hopes she is enjoying her visit with Lizzie and Aggie.","Gives news about family and neighborhood; says that Cousin Lee's house burned; writes that Bob Robert Powell is now a doctor; news about her school.","Discusses news of neighborhood and people who have come to visit her; tells Nina to enjoy her stay with Lizzie and Agnes ?; says she is still flat on her back but hopes to be better in a few weeks.","Regrets that he could not make the picnic that Nina planned; says that he had to pick up Josie ? that day, who traveled flat on her back; says that he saw \"Cousin Rebecca\" in town.","Tells how she had been preserving many foods last summer because of the possible food shortage during the coming winter; describes her stay with \"Sis\" May in Farmville; describes the situation of the churches and Sunday school in her area; news about family and friends; one of Nina's students, Emma Henry, is getting married.","Apologizes to Nina for not calling on her while she was in Baltimore; expresses her job in their friendship.","Writes of their sorrow at the death of Hugh Holmes McGuire (brother of cousin); whose wife just had a child; asks Rebecca to come visit, since the war is over; gives news about who owns the Powell's old home; tells what each of her relatives are doing; gives news about friends; discusses the death of her aunt who never recovered after the 'Yankees' burnt her house down; mentions how many soldiers cannot find employment. Hugh Holmes McGuire MW battle of High Bridge.","Discusses Maggie's wedding her niece; says she has been alone in the evenings since Nina left her; describes her friends who have called during the day.","Apologizes for not writing; describes her schedule to taking care of a family of ten people; gives news about her gentlemen friends.","Extends sympathies to Nina and her family in the death of her sister, Hattie Powell Smoot, who died in childbirth; offers comfort through religion.","Offers her sympathy for the death of her daughter Hattie; discusses Hattie's character; mentions how Hattie has been looking forward to the time of childbirth.","Gives her sympathy for the death of Selina's daughter Hattie; speaks of her husband Robert, saying she thinks he may never be entirely well again; gives news of family.","Tells of her mourning for her cousin Hattie; offers sympathies; gives news of family.","Offer her sympathies for Hattie's death; describes her stay in her Uncle Phil's home in the mountains; says she will return home to Alexandria in the Fall.","Describes the mountain inn and how they spend their time; says the mountain air is helping their mother's health.","Expresses her joy that Nina is engaged; discusses Nina's mother's health; says she is confined to bed and in much pain; says the treatment causes much suffering and that she is anxious to leave for home.","Says she is glad Nina gets a chance to enjoy herself, and visit with her cousin Lizzie, without worrying about daily duties; says her Aunt Lute is taking good care of her.","Gives a report on everyone's health; says she is feeling better; gives news of friends and family; hopes that she is enjoying her stay with \"cousin\" Lizzie.","Discusses grief and religion; teases Nina about her engagement to Sewell Hepburn; tells her to enjoy her stay and to get well soon; news about Alexandria.","News of friends and family; describes the trouble of giving a party for a couple to be married, and wonders why people have marriages in such poor times.","Pleads with her to visit them for Christmas.","Reports that they have been trying both the \"Alleghany Springs\" and the \"Yellow Sulfur\" springs; says the water has helped her health; describes the social life at the springs.","Inquires about her friends in Alexandria; asks if Mrs. Cassius Lee has information on household goods stolen from her.","Tells of her and Nancy's stay in Danville; discusses Nina's wedding; says her brother Abner will be in the Legislature until it adjourns; news about family and friends. Envelope included with list of bridal attendants on the back.","Discusses her daily schedule; describes a sewing machine that she bought; discusses Nina's wedding; news about family and friends.","Expresses her job in hearing Nina is engaged; reports that she has heard Mr. Hepburn described as \"intellectual\" and \"pious\"; says Captain. Grady sends his love; sends her a gift.","Regrets that she cannot come to Nina's wedding; hopes that Nina will be happy living in the parsonage; news about family and friends.","Apologizes that she cannot be there for the wedding; sends her money to buy a wedding present; tells that she had to refuse a gentleman who revealed his feelings for her; wishes her happiness in her new life.","Note accompanying a wedding present, wishing Nina happiness.","Gives a report on her health, saying she is much stronger; tells what remedies she is taking; says they have given most of her wedding cake away; says that everyone thinks her wedding was beautiful; gives her philosophy on marriage and its importance; tells her how lucky she is to have found such a \"good man.\" Including letter from Rebecca C. Powell to Nina giving a report on their mother's health.","Describes how she spent her Easter vacation; describes the events that took place after Nina's wedding; describes a visit to Georgetown.","Reports she is feeling better but that Rebecca has neuralgia from a bad tooth; tells Nina that she should call her husband \"Mr. Hepburn\"; says it is Nellie's wedding day; advises her to obey her husband now that she is no longer there to control her.","Gives news about home and tells Nina that they miss her greatly; says the relationship between herself and John ? is growing stronger; hopes that she is enjoying her stay in the country with her husband.","Discusses their mother's health, noting improvements; expresses eagerness to visit her in her own home; asks about Sewell.","Discusses her arrangements to come see them; says she is feeling better but she is still weak; tells her to ask for what she needs just like when she lived at home; gives news of family and friends.","Writes to tell her that her health has improved since she left home; gives a report on her health and what she has done there at a resort?; says her father will be home soon.","Includes description of S. Powell.","Thanks him for the letter of sympathy concerning his wife, Selina Powell; gives a detailed description of her death and a tribute to her life.","Offers her sympathy in the loss of her mother; says that her mother Selina Powell was one of her earliest friends.","Entreats them to warn his wife Lizzie against a woman named Mrs. Hubard who he is convinced is seeking their ruin.","Tells of friends' illnesses and other afflictions; discusses preachers; says she will wait to buy cotton until the price goes down. Including letter (written on top of) of 1864 January 8 from ? Danville, Va., to \"sister.\" Says she would like to visit her and also to see her whole family, but that she cannot leave because of her duties; says she can only leave on \"official business.\"","Describes their summer in the North; describes the Grand Jubilee held in Boston; describes Newport, Maine and the historical sites there; discusses Nina's life in the parsonage; gives news about family and friends back home.","Says she is very happy to return from the North, though she was treated kindly there and it did improve her health; says many people at home are ill with an influenza that follows the Horse Disease; much news about family and friends.","Asks Nina how her little boy is; reveals that she thought she would be getting married this fall, but that the gentleman, Dr. Cole, has been suffering from an illness; news about family and friends.","Expresses hope that she will visit them in Maryland soon, and bring her child; comments on Nina's settling in Waterford, Loudon County; news of family and friends.","Describes the baby Sewell's features; tells how the family is adjusting to new baby.","Discusses tuition for Mildred.","Reports news of her school; discusses the bonds that their father sold, and his financial situation.","Reports that they are taking of Uncle Leven, including paying for his board with Sallie Withers, and giving him clothes; expresses disappointment that other relatives are not helping him; says Uncle Lev had a drinking problem at one time and his wife will not see him.","Tells Nina their plans to visit her; says they will travel through Baltimore and then by boat across the Chesapeake Bay.","Sends a check for Mildred's tuition.","Hopes that Mr. Hepburn has recovered from his fall and hopes he will stick to taming men's spirits rather than taming men's horses; much news about family and friends.","Gives news about family and friends; says that they will visit her in a few weeks.","Sends Nina a fur cape and muff; congratulates Nina on her pregnancy and hopes she feels well; sends a present for the coming baby; asks Nina for her preferred style of dress so that she can make her some.","Tells of the death of her father-in-law and the effects it has had on the family.","Tells of birth of another boy and that Nina is doing fine; says they have not named him because he wanted a girl; tells story of how his errand boy spilled into the well some fish he was cleaning and how he Sewell had to go down and fish them out.","Gives advice on how to take care of oneself after childbirth; thinks that she should have more than one servant; says that she is having some dresses made for her; news about family and friends.","Scope and Contents Gives news of friends in Alexandria; mentions centennial celebrations; says her school is doing well, with 21 scholars; mentions that Robert Powell has a new daughter.","Gives news about Powell and Lee cousins in Philadelphia; says that a few neighbors have scarlet fever; discusses politics.","Tells of his stay at Selma in Leesburg where he visited relatives; tells of weddings in Leesburg.","Says she is glad the children are recovering from their illness; says Nina must take tonic and Lager Beer herself to say well; recommends ways to rid the house of the illness; describes a visit to Baltimore to see an art exhibit.","Wishes he had a mountain house where his grandchildren could go, especially to recuperate; discusses controversy between two churches, St. Stephens and Grace Church, in the neighborhood where he is; says they both want Mr. Jackson from Charleston, South Carolina, to be their minister.","Gives a long description of her boarders and her school; gives news about neighborhood, friends and family.","Teases him about his \"destitute condition,\" having to take care of himself while Nina is in Baltimore; scolds him for not taking good care of himself and says she does not want Nina to become a widow; tells of a surprise visit by Mrs. Beck of his parish to visit one of her students, Hallie; discusses past election and Hancock's defeat.","Is happy that she is enjoying her travels in the North so much; thanks her for her detailed descriptions which allow him to see the places through his \"mental vision\"; discusses his routes home; says he will be home soon with two boys grandsons.","Discusses her travels in the North; tells of his grandsons' (Charles and Sewell) visit to Alexandria; discusses news at home.","Discusses the town of Bethlehem; says her Uncle William is visiting him; discusses his health; tells news of neighborhood.","Says that her \"Scotts Nephew\" has arrived and has settled in a room; says he may go to Orange County, Va.? soon.","Describes a visit by her cousins Kate Powell and Carrie; gives a long and detailed description of Carrie, her immediate family and her experiences.","Discusses Ellen's tuition; says they are pleased with her education; says that their move to Richmond means that they will have to find another teacher.","Describes his journey to Nina's; describes an encounter between Bishop Randolph and Meta Stuart on the train concerning Amelie Rives; gives a description of each of his grandchildren.","Hopes that she and Mrs. Wailes are steadily improving their health while at the springs; tells her of the death of Mrs. Braxton and the prospects of Ingleside; gives news of grandchildren and neighborhood.","Expresses joy that her health is improving; tells of the death of General Wickham and how it affected the area; gives news of family and neighborhood.","Describes the school; says he may join the Blackford Society; tells about a grammar exam.","Describes the taking of an arithmetic exam which exempted him from taking any more; says he got some demerits; tells about football and how he is playing well.","Tells about his schedule and about his exams; says he had tea with Mr. Hooffs; discusses demerits.","Says he cannot teach this week because his nose is going to be operated on; says his mother and Sewell will occupy the children until then; says Sewell will go back to school soon; discusses the structure of his classes and asks her advice.","Discusses the nature of geometry and gives advice on how to learn it.","Says he has been ill; discusses activities at school and grades.","Thanks her for the invitation to come visit while they are in Yorktown; says his two boys will come by sailing a canoe to Yorktown.","Says they are all home for a week holiday; describes how they all got home; says Richard Cook came home with Selina; describes a real old timey Virginia country dance; says Selina likes Alexandria and the new home; describes what each person in the family has been doing; gives a description of the College of William and Mary; says he has overloaded himself with schoolwork this year; tells how the Alumni are reorganizing the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity; gives a description of the fraternity; mentions the burning of St. Paul's Church in Hanover; thanks her for the presents she sent.","Discusses examination schedule and work load; questions validity of mid-term examinations; praises the College for its level of academia; praises Dr. Hall, a professor of English; says that main event at the College now is the contest between societies for the society medals; says he is in the Phoenix society and may debate for it; says he took a trip to New Kent to see his \"girl\" and to visit friends; discusses the Daughters of the Revolution and the Organization of the Descendants of the Cincinnati; says he saw Cousin Laura and her husband Mr. Roberts, a preacher, who are in Williamsburg.","Discusses the new house which he is anxious to get home to see; says he and Charles will not finish exams until the end of June; discusses the social events of the \"final week\"; discusses his exams; discusses Selina's academic progress; says one must experience College life to understand the strength of its temptations.","Says he has spent much time with Nanna Powell McCormick, a cousin; describes her and what they have done together; says he is in love with her; discusses love and cupid; describes a card club he belongs to, and a German club.","Hopes that she doesn't feel isolated from his immediate family; says that their \"great mutual loss\" has brought them all closer together; asks about her plans for the future; says he went to York to see Charles; discusses his housing at College; talks of recent fires in Richmond and Baltimore; speaks of his cousins and some girls that he has met.","Discusses their family's genealogy; mentions Nicholas Lloyd, John Lloyd, and Sarah Lloyd.","Discusses the Presbyterian drive in Alexandria to save the old church; discusses church events; expresses joy to hear of Nina's marriage; mentions the fact that her Selina's father is over eighty years old.","Scope and Contents Describes a house nearby; writes about her relatives that are staying there; asks her to come visit. Including Selina Powell to Nina Powell. Asks Nina to write Lizzie about the house, if it can be rented, and who they should talk to.","Wishes her a Merry Christmas; tells what family members are making for presents; asks about her trip to Alexandria and the people she has seen; discusses the propriety of accepting a book for a gentleman; tells her to be happy and not to think too much.","Discusses offers she has had for teaching, saying she will take the offer closest to where Mr. Powell teaches; advises her to get her teeth fixed; discusses styles; gives advice on how to motivate one of her students; says he will not go to Gloucester because of the recent \"outrages\" there; says she has a \"horror of drunken negroes.\"","Advises her to come home after her visit with Lizzie Watkins; gives a report on the health of family and friends; says almost \"all black and white\" went to the \"procession\" in Washington the day before; says her cousin Jinny Taylor's family is ill; sends her money. 4 pages. letter signed.","Discusses her poor health, saying she has been diagnosed as having a diseased heart; says she is staying with her sister Aggie who just got married; news of family. 4 pages. letter signed.","Discusses Nina's visit with her friends and her trip to the \"Bear's Den\"; writes of the many parties there have been since Nina left; says she has not seen Nina's sisters since they got back from Capon; discusses their friendship.","Says her father still has not come home; describes a trip Nina and Rebecca made and the people they visited; writes of young men and friends who have come to visit Nina; news of friends and family.","Discusses dresses; writes of a \"Mr. C.,\" assuring her mother that they are not romantically involved; says Mr. and Mrs. Stringfellow left them to the care of the housekeeper; gives news about friends.","Says that Uncle J. Powell does not think Lexington is a good place to open a school and Lynchburg would be better; discusses prices for boarding; says that her Father may have to look for a tutoring job for a family and then she will have to find work as close to him as possible; discusses sewing she has done; gives news about family and friends.","Discusses the remedies \"Mother\" has tried for her sore throat; describes Mrs. Wildman's receipt for asparagus; says \"Ma\" is experimenting on her throat and then will tell Minna how to treat hers.","Describes her daily schedule, including teaching for \"the girls;\" says the \"Captain\" and the girls included her in a visit to Mrs. Cooke's; describes the people she met there and the house.","Says he spent Christmas at Uncle Frank's and Aunt Jane's; reports on what he has been doing.","Scope and Contents Discusses whether Emily ? will move to Fairlee as a servant?; asks if she will take someone from the \"Home for Fallen Women,\" if Emily declines.","Says she went shopping for her and is sending her some articles; discusses fashions; says her Aunt Ann is still unwell.","Tells her to take of herself while she is sick; discusses whether she should come home; tells of people there that are sick.","Scope and Contents Discusses Mary's furniture and which of it she can use; discusses Frank ?'s health; says Mrs. Hammond has died after being very ill; discusses health of friends and family; gives news of what her family is doing.","Tells of safe arrival of Maud's baby daughter and her appearance; sends greetings to Becca, Nina, and herself.","Gives advice on letter writing and spelling. 1 page. letter. Incomplete.","Scope and Contents Advises her not to work too hard; discusses board prices in Albemarle, where Mr. Powell is teaching; discusses hair styles; encloses a sample of material of Rebecca's berage ?; writes of the crowded conditions in Mrs. Sharpe's ? home; mentions reading.","Sends this note with a letter she is forwarding; hopes she is enjoying her visit; says she is feeling better.","Discusses dresses and asks what else she will need for the summer; sends her a poem.","Scope and Contents Consoles her in her time of \"troubles\"; says she has heard from their mother that she \"bears them bravely\"; urges her to take an interest in life and to try to be happy again.","Describes a dress that Minnie is making; discusses other dresses.","News of family and friends.","Describes a walk he took from North Hampton to East Hampton; discusses Thanksgiving vacation.","Asks her to send socks.","Tells about her dolls; mentions some Powell relatives.","Thanks her for the donation for the restoration of a church on Fairfax St., near Selina's Aunt Rebecca's home; mentions a celebration for the laying of the corner stone of the District; describes a light hose that the government gave the Mount Vernon Chapter D.A.R.; mentions more historic work.","Discusses religious matters; lists social events.","Describes duties and responsibilities of husband and wife; describes the state of marriage; pronounces the couple as husband and wife; states Benediction.","Scope and Contents Signed as written by Laura ?; added note in different handwriting states \"written by Minna when eight years of age.\"","Scope and Contents 4 items.","Tells of his appointment as Commander of the Continental Army, and his reluctance to accept the position due to hopes of a more peaceful solution and reluctance in leaving his family; gives information as to other Congressional decisions, such as the striking of 2 million dollars in Continental currency to pay troops.","Scope and Contents In answer to a previous letter, he feels that the only principle that will affect them the British? is fear, and that treating them cavalierly will make them despair of their undertaking. Statement on verso: Copy is in handwriting of Rebecca C. Powell of Alexandria.","Scope and Contents Wishes to spend remainder of his life in \"rural amusements;\" prediction of what a great city Washington, D.C. will become, \"though not as large as London,\" and description of how Alexandria, Virginia has grown; feels that if the United States can steer clear of European politics, it could become \"one of the greatest and happiest nations in the world.\"","Scope and Contents Discusses how he saved the papers of the Revolutionary Government by taking them to Leesburg, Virginia before the British burned the District of Columbia in the War of 1812. These papers included the Declaration of Independence, the journals of Congress, letter of General George Washington, Letters of General Greene and papers of the State Department. 2 pages. copy of letter signed, first part missing.","Mainly letters written from Illinois to Charles L. Powell dealing with land transactions. Also includes land certificates and letters to Lloyd Powell.","Scope and Contents Physical Location: See Oversize file. Concerning the transfer of 100 acres of land in St. Peter's Parish, New Kent County, Va..","Physical Location: See medium oversize file.","Scope and Contents Signed on front by R. E. Lee and on verso by Mary Custis Lee, Lexington, Va..","Scope and Contents Signed on front and back by Mary Custis Lee.","Includes detailed descriptions of battles and movements of armies. Manuscript Volume 1.","Scope and Contents Book includes a biographical sketch of Col. Leven Powell by Major Burr Powell son: a description of the battle at Manassas Junction on 1861 July 21in a letter from Dr. Hunter McGuire, Surgeon of Jackson's Brigade, to his Mother (Copy); Civil War Journal (May 1 - May 27); list of names: dead? under Civil War battles; Civil War Journal 1862 December 18 -1863 March 28; Leven Powell, Hampton to Sally Sarah Powell,1776 January 27, (Copy). Manuscript Volume 2.","Also includes recipes and how to dye cloth. Manuscript Volume 3.","Includes visiting, baptismal and confirmation lists, and marriages performed, accounts and prayers. included of pages concerning members of Powell Family. Manuscript Volume 4.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849)","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)","English"],"unitid_tesim":["01/Mss. 65 P875","/repositories/2/resources/8863"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Powell Family papers"],"collection_title_tesim":["Powell Family papers"],"collection_ssim":["Powell Family papers"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"creator_ssm":["Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849)","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)"],"creator_ssim":["Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849)","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)"],"creator_persname_ssim":["Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849)","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)"],"creators_ssim":["Powell, Cuthbert (1775-1849)","Powell, Charles Leven (1804-1896)"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"acqinfo_ssim":["Gift: 682 items and 2 MsV., 1952."],"access_subjects_ssim":["African Americans--Virginia--History--19th century","Freedmen--Virginia--History","Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid, Va., 1864","Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877)--Virginia","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","Women--United States--History--19th century","Correspondence"],"access_subjects_ssm":["African Americans--Virginia--History--19th century","Freedmen--Virginia--History","Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid, Va., 1864","Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877)--Virginia","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","Women--United States--History--19th century","Correspondence"],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"physdesc_tesim":["684.00 items"],"extent_ssm":["3.25 Linear Feet"],"extent_tesim":["3.25 Linear Feet"],"genreform_ssim":["Correspondence"],"date_range_isim":[1775,1776,1777,1778,1779,1780,1781,1782,1783,1784,1785,1786,1787,1788,1789,1790,1791,1792,1793,1794,1795,1796,1797,1798,1799,1800,1801,1802,1803,1804,1805,1806,1807,1808,1809,1810,1811,1812,1813,1814,1815,1816,1817,1818,1819,1820,1821,1822,1823,1824,1825,1826,1827,1828,1829,1830,1831,1832,1833,1834,1835,1836,1837,1838,1839,1840,1841,1842,1843,1844,1845,1846,1847,1848,1849,1850,1851,1852,1853,1854,1855,1856,1857,1858,1859,1860,1861,1862,1863,1864,1865,1866,1867,1868,1869,1870,1871,1872,1873,1874,1875,1876,1877,1878,1879,1880,1881,1882,1883,1884,1885,1886,1887,1888,1889,1890,1891,1892,1893,1894,1895,1896,1897,1898,1899,1900,1901,1902,1903,1904,1905,1906,1907,1908,1909,1910,1911,1912,1913,1914,1915,1916,1917,1918,1919,1920,1921,1922,1923,1924,1925,1926,1927,1928,1929],"accessrestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCollection is open to all researchers. 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Series 1 contains papers of the Powell Family; Series 2 contains copies of historical letters; Series 3 contains legal papers; Series 4 contains cartes de visites; and Series 5 contains diaries, record books, and other miscellaneous volumes. Arrangement: This collection is primarily arranged chronologically by date.\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Arrangement of Materials:"],"arrangement_tesim":["Organization: This collection is organized into 5 series. Series 1 contains papers of the Powell Family; Series 2 contains copies of historical letters; Series 3 contains legal papers; Series 4 contains cartes de visites; and Series 5 contains diaries, record books, and other miscellaneous volumes. Arrangement: This collection is primarily arranged chronologically by date."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCuthbert Powell (1775-1849) was born in Middleburg, Loudoun County, Virginia to parents Leven Powell (1737-1810) and Sarah (Harrison) Powell. He was one of eleven children. Cuthbert made his fortune alongside his brother, Leven Powell, Jr. (1772-1807), as a merchant and ship owner. He retired to \"Llangollen,\" Loudoun County, Virginia in 1812 after a decline in business. Later he was elected to serve in both houses of the Virginia General Assembly; the Virginia State Senate in 1829 and the Virginia House of Delegates in 1840. In 1788, Cuthbert married Catherine Simms, daughter of Col. Charles Simms. The couple had ten children including; Anne Maria Powell (1800-1885), who married 1st cousin Dr. William Levin Powell; Dr. Llewellen Powell (1802-1870), who married cousin Sarah Elizabeth Harrison; Charles Leven Powell (1804-1896), who married Selina Lloyd; Mary Emily Powell (b.1807), who married cousin Cuthbert Powell and later Rev. George Adie; Ellen Douglas Powell (1813- 1862) who married Judge William H. Gray; Cuthbert Harrison Powell (1814-1897); and Jane Simms (Fanny) Powell, who married Wellington Gordon. 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The couple had ten children including; Anne Maria Powell (1800-1885), who married 1st cousin Dr. William Levin Powell; Dr. Llewellen Powell (1802-1870), who married cousin Sarah Elizabeth Harrison; Charles Leven Powell (1804-1896), who married Selina Lloyd; Mary Emily Powell (b.1807), who married cousin Cuthbert Powell and later Rev. George Adie; Ellen Douglas Powell (1813- 1862) who married Judge William H. Gray; Cuthbert Harrison Powell (1814-1897); and Jane Simms (Fanny) Powell, who married Wellington Gordon. 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Collection number: Mss. 65 P87"," Tabb-Powell Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Tabb-Powell Papers, 1797-1894.1,847 items. Collection Number: Mss. 65 T14Geographic interest includes; Alexandria, Leesburg, Winchester, and central Virginia; and Henry [Marshall County] Illinois."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLetters and papers of Charles Leven Powell, his wife Selina (Lloyd) Powell and children of Loudoun County, Virginia; Henry, Illinois; Winchester, Virginia; and Alexandria, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere are also included papers of Charles Leven Powell's father, Cuthbert Powell. Prominent correspondents include Johns Hopkins, Eleanor Agnes Lee, Fitzhugh Lee, George Washington Custis Lee, Mary Anna Randolph (Custis) Lee, Hunter Holmes McGuire and James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetters concern Robert Young Conrad, Hunter Holmes McGuire, civilian affairs during the Civil War, the Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid, freedmen, Reconstruction, and the education of women. Many letters are written by women.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIn addition, there are a number of letters from and concerning members of the Dupuy family of Prince Edward County, Winchester, Virginia including Robert Young Conrad (president of the Virginia Secession Convention) and his son Holmes Conrad (U. S. Congressman).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e \nIncluded with the finding aid is \"The Powell and Lloyd Families of Alexandria, Virginia\" by Frank Snowden Hopkins (1988).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e \nSee also  Southern Women and their Families in the 19\u003cemph render=\"super\"\u003eth\u003c/emph\u003e Century Papers and Diaries Series C Reel # 04,05,06,07 in Swem Library's microforms area, call number HQ1438 .V5 S68\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding a statement, 1786 April 8 by J. Nicholson that the witnesses Joshua Lamb and John Lamb (both Quakers) and Joseph Greenwood affirmed and swore that this was the last will and testament of Thomas Hepborn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on the status of the ship The Rising Sun; says she will dispose of her cargo as soon as possible; says the ship was detained by the British (War of 1812), but given up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by William Hodgson and Thomas Van Le, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer daughter ? Nancy, had a healthy baby boy who is nursing well; Nancy is staying with her now, and her husband Mr. Wallach, spends almost every night there also; is concerned that Nancy will live a hard life because of her husband's financial situation; on the other hand, her daughter Catherine ? will be \"free from the trials attended on a state of poverty,\" being married to Cuthbert Powell, who owns a large farm in Loudoun County; much Simms family news; mentions Mrs. Trist's grandson, Nicholas Trist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by B. Cottinger.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFatherly letter giving his opinion of a certain young lady and marriage, as well as general advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of his engagement to this daughter Selina, and the seriousness of the matter, especially in concerning finances; tells of his poor financial state as related to a dowry, or the lack thereof, for his daughter; gives his approval of the \"alliance,\" but hopes they will delay the marriage for some time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas given great consideration to his claim against the French government and has turned the case over to Stephen Pleasonton, who is the auditor for the Dept. of State and who is now handling all claims; since Mr. Pleasonton is a personal friend and he (James Monroe) is greatly interested in his Burr Powell case, he knows he will get an answer soon; will also be returning the agriculture pamphlet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends extract of Mr. Pleasonton's reply concerning the claim against the French government and asks that he reply with the necessary information; will also do anything he can to help.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFurther discussion of his claim against the French government and dealings with Stephen Pleasanton and Isaac Coxe Barnett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMore instructions about the claim being made against the French government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFurther discussion and explanation of the case involving Burr Powell and his claim against the French government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinued information concerning Powell's claim against the French government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe new court system has kept him extremely busy; social life has slowed down; the fashion these days to relieve boredom is to ride horseback; expresses concern for his own colt in the country; inquires after Dr. Nelson and his medical career; also asks about a large, gay party at South River; recommends books for good reading including Schlegel's History of Literature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received the results of his claim from Mr. Pleasonton and regrets the outcome, which he disagrees with; does not feel anyone is to blame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her to come visit over Christmas; describes the social events in Arlington; mentions her cousin George Calvert; says the big event is the fair for the benefit of orphans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a walk she took and the surrounding countryside, including the wildflowers and startling a herd of deer; had many visitors, including a very graceful lady who is said to have been \"addressed\" by Mr. Van Buren, a \"jolly goodnatured ... commodore and some of the ugliest officers,\" and Mrs. Porter and her scholars; tells of books she has read, including Tales of a Grandfather, The Sorcerer, and The Talisman; loving memories and looking forward to their next meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave just returned from a visit to her grandmother's and her cousin, Ann Marshall; they all are saddened by the death of Mr. Fitzhugh; describes the country from South to West River, where she had visited, and comments on meeting a lovely girl, Bella Carter; mentions the jealousy of another male suitor?, Seldon Page; mentions Mary Custis. 3 pages. letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends his best wishes for her new life with Charles L. Powell; will be able to attend the wedding as well as \"Brother Nelson\"; is uncommonly warm; is sending a bonnet for her and a small diamond breast-pin for Father by the steamboat Franklin, commanded by Admiral Nevitt; describes the long ribbons attached to the bonnet, which are for going once all the way around the bonnet before knotting them by the ear, not for tying a bow under the chin; also includes a diagram of how to tie them in the current fashion; admits to having been helped in choosing the bonnet by Miss Olivia Donaldson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses events in Washington D.C.; says she went to \"the President's\" on New Year's day; discusses Mr. Marshall's sermons; mentions books she is reading; asks Selina to come visit her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays her health is improving; encourages her to ask her for help when she needs it; discusses the articles she is sending her including a lemon tree, curtains, a mattress; discusses how these things will get to her; gives news about the children; Bec, Nanny, Frank, and Fred.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis mother-in-law has told him of the wonderful news of the birth of another daughter Hattie, and that both mother and baby are safe; will be up to visit in about a week; comments on balancing the sexes in the family, and that he has \"no notion of supplying my brother's and sister's children with wives\"...\"we shall hate to transport them his daughters to the wilds of the west\"; all is well at home, a new hen house is being built, but the garden is too wet to work; is lonely but is visiting neighbors; family news; religious sentiments expressed about her, their new daughter, and their family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives account of his trip to Wheeling, including a sweet good-bye from daughter Rebecca; was not able to locate Robert Gray or ? Throckmorton at Harper's Ferry, but later met them at Point of Rocks; detailed description of a railroad and train cars; tells poignant story of a dog on the train searching for his master.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas had many family visitors since his departure and family news; there is a measle outbreak at \"Llangollen,\" and all of the \"negroes\" have it; she had her teeth filed by Dr. Overfield?; a fire in Upperville destroyed Robert Armistead's new store and the adjoining saddle shop; they have had a beautiful snowfall, covering all of the blossom-filled trees, which melted quickly, doing no harm to the fruit; had a letter from brother John, who advises that he Charles L. Powell \"go directly to Texas\"; loving stories about their daughter's activities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad a bad thunderstorm the day she left; inquires about her trip and her relatives; details of children's activities; has let Becca sleep with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTheir father will be taking a trip West this spring, accompanied by cousin William; family information; social life in Leesburg very quiet; misses her and her family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of his trip from Alexandria; spent the night with relatives; warns her about catching a cold on a windy day; tells of conversations with their young son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrivate financial matters; tells of his busy schedule as a representative from Virginia to the U.S. legislature; gives his negative opinion concerning a bank? bill introduced by Henry Clay,which he feels the President would veto; Daniel Webster shares his opinion; life insurance inquiry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not be home when expected because the House of Representatives is not going to adjourn until Monday; the Congress received their second veto from President Tyler regarding the Bank Bill; describes an assault made by Sen. Henry A. Wise upon Sen. Edward Stanlyin Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking about her visit to Washington and the Chamber of National Institute; speaks of floods, bad weather, but comfortable where he is, because of Margaret's? kindness; describes lifestyle and \"humorous remarks of Charles Lamb,\" sexual relationship with her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishing thumb to heal; speaks of cattle and other animals at \"Llangollen\" that he misses; asks about children; saw Ann? mentions Virginia Taylor's visit; will visit wife before harvest; reference to brother, Leven, and his wife, and Sarah?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHustle and excitement of the House of Representatives; hoping to adjourn on Monday the twenty-second, but difficulties cause many night meetings; political discussion about Tariff question and Tuck bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her story at \"the Springs;\" tells about the politics the company there discussed; gives her own view of these issues; gives news about family and friends; hopes that Congress will soon adjourn so that he can come home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompares episode of thief robbing hen house to thieves in Washington trying to rob \"public treasures\"; wants to buy books for her; tells how he wishes to be with her and the rest of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of the bad weather and that they are able to get out very little; says Mr. Powell went to the Inauguration on horseback; tells what books the family members are reading; mentions the issue of white servants; discusses Rebecca's feelings of becoming a young lady; says that they could not get the house they wanted for next year; mentions Mr. Powell's feelings of frustration for not being able to better provide for them; gives more news about the Inauguration; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaughter, Harriet, left with Uncle William to spend holidays with them; daughter Minna had a birthday party, inviting Aunt Mary's children and Eskridges; family news; death of Maria Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her religious feelings; discusses her traveling plans; describes her relationship with each of her relatives where she is staying; says she is staying with Fan and helping her with her wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the housekeeping and how Rebecca is taking care of the house while she is away; discusses the health of family members; tells how they are altering last year's dresses; says \"Mother\" is quite weak and \"Father\" is very dependent on her; gives news of Brother Nelson and Jeanie (sister?); gives travel plans of family; says Mr. Powell has gotten six teeth put in and looks much younger.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes their arrival home with her brother Nelson; gives news of \"little Nan\"?; asks about Rebecca and Minna's trip; tells her to be happy and to follow God; says Charlie is doing well in school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; mentions Laura's? wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells what she did during her visit to Locust Hill; tells what is going on in town; gives news of family and friends. Including news from letter from \"Mother\" Selina Powell to Rebecca Powell telling of her many activities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Jesus and how one must search for and do things that please Him; asks that she watch her sister, Minna, closely so that she will not overexert herself; Ariana? had a baby boy; describes son Charlie's and daughter Nina's reactions to reading school and learning; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of John's? carriage and velocipede that once was Minna Lloyd's, describing how she rode the vehicle; describes what a Holly tree is; (has genealogical information about Minna Powell, Lloyd Powell, and Charlie Powell in a different hand, which appears to have been added later.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGloucester Court House,Va. Speaks of her \"companion in Matilda Lee?; received visit from Nannie Guy and Maria Harrison; describes celebration in honour of General Taylor's election; describes Mrs. Janney's travels; town gossip and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; speaks of going to Locust Hill; inquires and tells about adventures of many townspeople; obliged to Mrs. Tabb for taking care of her and other daughter, Minna.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of Cousin Lucy's? party; describes Christmas scene around her house and gifts that the children received; describes Cousin Elizabeth Janney and compares to Cousin Harriet; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses who has come to visit her; describes Cousin Lee's wife, Maria, and their wedding; asks about her Christmas; describes the book marks she made for Christmas presents; asks how Minna is doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of snow and bad weather; notes that daughters, Rebecca and Minna, have been gone for almost three months; Fanny (Powell) Gordon is going to visit Fredericksburg; mentions a letter from Jeannie? who found General Jones, in Washington, quite \"agreeable and handsome\"; Cuthbert Powell is much better, and he speaks of going to Gloucester to join a Mr. Hale; Nina is afraid of everything; family news; mentions hiring of a slave, Margaret.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRebecca's description of her Uncle Tabb's Dr. John Prosser Tabb house seems far in advance of Old-Virginian architectural styles; speaks of death of Mrs. Douglas Gordon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of dancing as a family as a \"social amusement,\" but says that it does offend some \"in the religious world;\" says that one must respect the public opinion of the community where one lives; had severe weather; family news. 3 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from Hatty Powell, Leesburg, Va., to Minna Powell, Gloucester Court House, for letter and \"glove-knots\" and sending love to Aunt Rebeccaand Uncle John Prosser.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer brother Charlie and sister Nina have sore throats, and her father has a bad cold; snowy weather; Hatty went with Aunt Ellen to Selma and Raspberry Plain; Mr. Armistead Rust is to be married before March 4; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Reports on the snow storms they have had; mentions the coming wedding of Armistead Rust and Lilly Lawrence; tells how he likes working at the store; describes one of their customers; describes the house they may rent next spring. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia Says she is glad to hear Minna's health is improving; gives news of family; says her brother Nelson soon sails for California to dig gold, and may not be back for five years; reports on how he expects to live; says that there are measles and mumps in town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaris's? father announced as candidate for re-election; General Rust's family going to New York to attend a wedding; father is renting Carper's house; bad weather and snow causing many colds and illnesses; Mrs. Eskridge's father died; father may go to the Inauguration; family news. 4 pages. letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaw Representative John S. Pendleton at the House of Representativesin Washington, D.C.; Pendleton wants a senate appointment; he will not go to Leesburg because he does not want to \"meddle with party movements\"; mentions \"County Repeal of the dog law.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mother and Father are both sick; \"brother\" has gone to inauguration; describes how to make eggnog, and gives her opinion of it; describes riding horses to the cliff and tells of adventures. 1 page. letter signed. Including letter from Harriet Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"sister\" Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 February 27, incomplete letter concerning outbreak of the mumps and family and town news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFather suffering from piles; mumps are still prevailing; do not have parties during Lent; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Speaks of gossip saying that Mr. Benedict is having an affair with Mrs. Henderson; describes procession in Washington, D.C. and the inauguration; family news. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Va., to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 March 26, concerning family news and the time of year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expresses joy that Minna's health is till improving; says she is recovering from her cold; says Lloyd and Hattie have been ill as well; discusses the issue of Rebecca upsetting her aunt Rebecca by being late for a meal; says her aunt is easily vexed in \"her condition\"; gives news of friends and family; describes their new servant Robert. 4 pages. letter signed. Including letter signed from Charles S. Powell, to Rebecca Powell, , undated, concerning Uncle Prosser's desire to put Minna on \"short allowance,\" and Minna's consumption of beef.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes their move to another house which she says is comfortable but small; hopes that the Gloucester air is getting rid of her cold; says their father is busy with court dealings; says many in the area have mumps including Hattie; says that Hattie is getting a tooth plugged; says she does not want Lloyd to leave to live so far away; discusses mesmerism (hypnotism).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of her bad health; her husband is busy preparing for court; mentions a party at Exeter; Mrs. Fontleroy had a girl so Mrs. Knox is a grandmother; much more family news and information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Rebecca Powell will be coming home within a week or so; Fanny? is at Locust Hill with the mumps; family news; Uncle William Graypersuaded Father to go to Gum Springs, Va., until after the election; election day events seemed to be going against Father. Including note signed from Nina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"Sister Minna\" Powell, Gloucester Court House, Virginia, 1849 April 26, concerning family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Minna's cough and how they are treating it; tells her what clothes Lloyd and Charlie should wear if it gets colder; says she has been doing little except taking care of Minna; discusses new dresses for the winter and corsets; gives news of friends and relatives; discusses travel plans, to come home for the winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses dresses, materials and costs; discusses bonnets; gives news of family; thanks her and Hattie for taking care of the household duties while she is away.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays Minna is now well and that they are anxious to come home; gives news of Jeanie (her sister?), and Rebecca; gives news of \"Mother\" and \"Father\"; discusses books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays Mr. Powell had his \"likeness taken\" at the Daguerreotype rooms; says Minna's health continues to improve but that she may have one tonsil taken out; discusses the remedies she is taking; says she feels stronger also; gives news of friends; gives news of Rebecca, Jeanie, and \"sister\" Ann; discusses walking shoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives advice on her health and over-exertion; describes the illumination that took place in the neighborhood; tells of visits she has made; tells stories about Minna's sister, Nina; gives news of family and friends; says Hattie has lost her \"excess of fat\" and is walking three times a day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells what each family member is doing; discusses bonnets; discusses appearance versus reality as concerning materialism; discusses the opportunities for her in Alexandria; discusses the role of children in the family; gives news of friends and family; mentions that \"brother\" John may move and that if they move to Illinois, they will be closer to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays they got there a few days ago and that Mr. Powell, Mr. Grey(?), and \"brother Llew\" have gone to the sale of slaves (\"the sale of the negroes\"); discusses her visit in Alexandria with her grandparents; Discusses the bad weather in Leesburg and the bad condition of the roads; says their family must economize rigidly; says Mr. Powell found the law business in Alexandria too small, so they will not be moving there; expresses her disappointment at the outcome; gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Reviews Christmas gifts received by everyone; describes a \"reading party\"; describes Christmas decorations of the Church; family news. Including note signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, 1849 December 29, concerning when daughter, Rebecca, is to return home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of the recent social events of the area; describes the format of a reading party; says her mother-in-law could not make it to their home because of the snow; asks her how her mother is doing; says there are still small pox in the area; discusses how many servants she has and what each does; says that Rebecca's Uncle George took Cuthbert to an asylum in Baltimore and hopes he will be happier there then when he was \"out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of Rebecca's Uncle Richard and Aunt Elizabeth who live in Illinois; says she plans to get a description of the Illinois life from them; gives news of Ellen? who is unwell and is going to a doctor in New York; discusses how Rebecca can get home; describes family activities; says they have been able to do little because of the rain and mud; says she lies on her back all day sewing while her children read to her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Reading parties are the only way she can socialize; reports Maria Grady's death; reports about a big baptist meeting going on there headed by Mrs. Lucket; much town news. 4 pages. letter signed. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, January 26, 1850, concerning Rebecca Powell's trip home and Maria Grady's \"triumphant death.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Speaks of terrible weather; boasts of learning to spin rolls of cotton on a spinning wheel; reports death of Rebecca Gray, Robert Gray's daughter; describes her daily routine; discusses Mary Grady. Including letter signed from \"devoted mother,\" Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"Bec,\" Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, January 1850, concerning bad weather, family news, and attendance to the convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays many in the family have been very sick for a couple of days and that she has had to nurse them; says Minna is now sick; and never had fully recovered from the chicken pox she had before; gives advice of how to be a good guest; advises her on her studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she has a toothache but must wait until May to get them pulled; describes a humorous reading party; says there was a case of small pox in the area and that many are being revaccinated. Including letter signed from \"mother\" Selina Powell to Rebecca Powell. Discusses her travel plans home; tells her to follow her grandparents' advice; gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses joy that her younger siblings are recovering from the measles so well; reports on health of \"Grandma\" and \"Grandpa\" Lloyd; gives news of Aunt Rebecca, Jeanie, and Minnie; Tells what she had done each day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about many weddings in Leesburg and about who will need new dresses; speaks of ball thrown by Maria Washington; other city news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives general description of Henry and discusses the family's move there; discusses the house they will build; advises what they should bring; reports on the emigrants in the area; discusses their travel plans in detail; asks Charlie to bring Newfoundland puppies; gives news of family there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes presents sent to grandchildren; tells of Christmas scene in Alexandria; wants granddaughters to meet a polite gentleman that impressed her. Including poem, 1852, by R. C. Powell, beginning \"'Ours the cross.' Yes it is ours,\" giving a religious viewpoint.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of how she makes embroidery patterns and what colors are preferred; inquires about some of her friends; John Leven Powell says that Brooke? looks badly; aunt Fanny trying to match Brooks with Lucy Gordon; speaks of a Mr. Beverley breaking out around his face and \"bleeding profusely\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mr. Gordon? will be a delegate to the democratic convention in Richmond, Virginia; much use of her eyes results in inflammation of her eyelids; \"Llangollen\" property is deteriorating; much town news and family news; mentions her dower right.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of helping Frank and Lucy ? with their new baby; describes female servants and her experiences with them; describes health of her daughters, Harriet, Rebecca, and Minna; reports of a few cases of \"cholera\"; reports of a good garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a detailed report of Minna's health, expressing hope that her headaches are definitely getting better; tells about people who have visited the family; mentions a desegregated school in \"abolition ground\"; tells what her sisters have been doing since she left; discusses Rebecca's journey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Janney's baby died while she was ill; a Mr. Anderson, a Presbyterian Minister, says that his wife, Miss Harper, is a relative of Selina's (her father's Aunt); speaks of Fred's? wedding; tells of episode when she goes to visit a Mrs. Brown?; describes a visit they made to some neighbors; describes Mr. Lombard's house that is being built; reports on the food they are preparing and what is available to them; says the winter goods have still not come in; mentions sewing that her daughters are doing; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Fanny's ? wedding; family news; possibility that Rebecca's Uncle Gordon ? might be elected to legislature; family does not wish Rebecca Powell to return home this winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a visit they made to some new neighbors; describes Mr. Lombard's house that is being built; reports on the food they are preparing and what is available to them; says the winter goods have still not come in; mentions sewing that her daughters are doing; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes their busy preparations for winter; describes their daily routine; says she is glad to have Lucy and Fred stay with them; describes their Sunday school; reports on Scholastics (a servant) who is now reading well; news of family and friends; discusses dresses and styles; asks about Rebecca's Uncle Nelson; mentions that Rebecca's Uncle Gordon was elected; asks about Fan's? wedding and hopes she and William will be happy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of his daughter's trip, whom she should visit, and money matters; hopes to soon reap the financial benefits of his store; mentions Bishop Whitehouse's determination to give the college broad foundations; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; sleet and bad weather; religious discussion and viewpoints; Lucy and John? have a daughter now.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mr. Powell, Charles and Richard Lloyd are busy with new business as \"Land Agents\"; town of Henry, Illinois now has a newspaper and a steam mill; hopes to have a railroad passing through soon; there is not a decent Church and she wishes to see one built; Lloyd Powell, son of Selina, studies German because there are so many Germans in their town to do business with.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sarcastically teases her sister about differences between lifestyles of \"Far West\" and the East; Uncle Fred ? went to Springfield to see that railroad went from Peoria through Henry, Illinois; mentions problems with scarlet fever; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of liquor laws and problems with drinking; describes lectures; such family and town news; mentions other religious lectures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses desire for daughter Rebecca to return home; Minna Powell still having problems with headaches; family news; Fred? went to Chicago to see stockholders of the Peoria and Rock Island Railroad; asks for Rebecca to send asparagus seed and large lima beans; mentions Thackery's lectures, and gives her opinion about his books and religious teachings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family news; \"land business\" will provide many opportunities for travel; Rebecca planning to go to Leesburg soon. Including note from Charles L. Powell, Henry, Illinois, to \"darling,\" Rebecca Powell, , 1853 March 11, sending his daughter ten dollars and writing her as to how to handle her expenses and requesting her to bring home her Grandfather's papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that even though he just left yesterday, she wanted to put a letter in the books to be sent to him; comments on their inability to see each other even though he is only seven miles away.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions his job as a traveling salesman and how he hopes to soon be Uncle Richard's Lloyd administration; resolved in town meeting to build the Railroad Peoria and Chicago.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expresses her disappointment that she cannot see Rebecca before Rebecca returns to Henry, Illinois; describes the friendship between them; news of friends in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of carriage accident involving Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dulaney, where their horses were scared by the Clifton Mill and threw Mrs. Dulaney; she and father attended Dr. Rutherford's lectures; emphasizes that ladies got to vote, as well as gentlemen, on whether they were satisfied with the lectures; new wharf boat has arrived.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the towns of Rushville and Pittsfield; said he enjoyed Pittfield more, but that Uncle Richard Lloyd sent him an assignment for Rushville; says he will be there about a month; asks about friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Rebecca has come home; Minna joined the church with her family; gives religious views; family news. Including letter from Minna Powell, Henry, Illinois, to \"Brother\" , 1853 May 11, referring to Rushville, as location of brother; tells of beautiful spring weather and describes scenery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill soon be coming home; complains of sore throat and headaches; has had scarlet fever; family information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGossips about \"Miss Jane,\" a mutual friend; says he and Dr. Winslow found her in her parlor with a man; says the servant did not want to let them in and that it was an uncomfortable situation. Including letter written in margins from \"Cousin\" Jane to Rebecca Powell concerning religious publication, an Episcopal convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses how much she misses him; discusses reading material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Aunt Ellen's Powell Gray recovery from an illness; much family news; describes wedding that she went to; expresses romantic interest in a Dr. Claggett; includes printed poems.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes physical appearance of \"Llangollen\" as well as her feelings towards the place; reminisces about when family lived in Virginia. Talks about old friends; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells her little sister Nina about old friends and family; gives details of things she has been doing. Including letter from \"Hatty\" Harriet Powell, \"Llangollen,\" Virginia, to \"Mother,\" Selina Powell, 1853 October 10. Concerning warmer clothes; advantages of \"flannel draws\" over a \"wadded petticoat.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Says she has been extremely ill and so have many in the area; says she has been traveling in order to improve her health; tells of her problems with Custis and his lessons; says Robert is still holding his office in Washington but wishes to leave; asks how she likes \"the West\" and if her husband is finding success; news of friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports Lucy's? death and grief everyone feels; Nelly? is to be baptized; other family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e21 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of their Christmas and New Years celebrations. Also includes \"Mother\" Selina Powell, to Rebecca Powell. Expresses hope that Rebecca can be with her relatives in Baltimore; discusses the nature of receiving advice and making her own decisions concerning her travel plans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of attending a party; mentions \"matching up\" procedures at party; family news; details Christmas gifts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions religious feelings; speaks of a railroad being built nearby; Virginia? had her annual get-together on December 26; of family members; mentions a friend's visit to the Crystal Palace; Mrs. Augustine Washington had the first male child born at Mt. Vernon recently; family news; mentions Rear Admiral Leven Minn Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Brooks'? wedding; describes details of the wedding; much family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of her day spent with Lizzie King and Jane Norris; describes a dinner given for a couple about to get married; news of other friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions sicknesses of Nelson Lloyd and John Lloyd; speaks of a Douglas Forrest who attends Yale College; has to take a boat to Washington D.C.; gives price rates per acre of land at that time; gives prices for a lot of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news about cousins Nannie and Fanny?; mentions Uncle Nelson's Lloyd recovery; travels by omnibus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; describes her garden and its contents; Regina? was married; Mr. Livingston? requests influence of Charles L. Powell to obtain the consulship of London through General Baercel?; mentions Mr. McFaddin as being the mayor of Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; describes the scenery at Locust Hill; some of Uncle George's ? children have chicken pox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIdentified as much of note added in unknown handwriting, possibly that of Selina Lloyd Hepburn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of Minna's gravesite; tells what he's doing to improve its appearance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes trip to Niagara Falls; describes places visited in New York and where he lives; describes his studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes courses he is studying at school; describes the first time he saw a man dive under water and the suit he wore below water; staying at a boarding house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Lloyd who died in 1854; estimated price value are given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes study habits and classes; mentions prices of a ring and a clock; describes his financial situation. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in detail her Quaker wedding to Frank? on 1854 December 14.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNina's Christmas gift from Charles arrived safely; mentions wedding of a fellow student; serenaded the couple with a \"horse fiddle\"; describes his activities in his spelling class; mentions plans to return home in the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses religious beliefs; lists prices for renting his room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Charter Oak, an attraction in Hartford; describes his visit to an armory; staying with a Mr. Parsons and describes his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses financial settlements he is making for his father concerning the house, lands, furniture; says Uncle Fred and Uncle Neb are leaving Henry and they are all \"disgusted\" with Henry and that he thinks his (father's) decision not to come back was wise; mentions the family move to Winchester, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 items, 1856. 16 items, 1857\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes their Christmas which was spent at Uncle Fred's and Aunt Lute's; describes a Christmas ball and a New Year's ball in detail; says he has had some problems with dyspepsia; asks about cousin Kate's wedding to a senator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on Aunt Lib and Uncle R?'s new son, Richard; says he rented out their house in Henry; says he has been away from \"home\" now for three months; and will not go to New Orleans, Mobile, and Augusta; describes how he decorated Minna's grave, and expresses hope that her resting place will soon be Virginia; asks about their school; sends money from a large profit he made selling land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his visit to Louisville where he saw his cousins and went to many social events; says that the train ride from Kentucky was very rough; says he will be in Vicksburg in a week and then will go to Wilmington, North Carolina; Mobile, Alabama; New Orleans; and Memphis, Tennessee; asks about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his stay in Vicksburg, and his visit with Mr. And Mrs. Eilbeck Mason and Miss Louisa Fox; says that he did not see Cousin John Russell while in New Orleans; discusses his travel plans; asks about Hatty's teaching.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses joy that she is well from the influenza; says he has recently traveled to Portsmouth, Va,, the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi; says he will now go to Texas; discusses travel plans; asks her to pick out one of her friends for him; discusses Charlie's new job in St. Louis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes St. Louis and the Virginia House Hotel; inquires about the new scholars the family has taken on; harasses Nina for not writing. Including note from Charles L. Powell, St. Louis, Missouri, to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1856 May 4, concerning his happiness about Nina joining the Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes hard times in Illinois; intent to move back to Virginia when business picks up; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of influenza and other illnesses prominent in the town; reports the death of Mr. Adies ?; Ellen Powell is in Washington Infirmary; house is being renovated; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays he just returned from Henry; says Charlie is on his way to Henry to start his new job in Uncle Fred's store; describes Henry and the house they used to live in; reports that Uncle Fred is building a house; gives new of Scholastics and Monsieur Carlo; says he will go to Pennsylvania next and then visit them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Lloyd Powell is on his way to Virginia; describes their yard and home in Henry; yellow fever is not a problem this year in Illinois; he went to a concert given by the Baleis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about the \"weddings fair\"; discusses his travels and the loneliness involved in his job; mentions his relief that the campaigns and elections are over; sends messages to friends at home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNina has begun studying Latin and learning how to draw; mentions the extension of the Chicago and Pern canal down to Henry; much family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells what each family member is doing; discusses religion and the duties of a Christian; gives news of friends who have joined the church; discusses Minna's grave; discusses letter writing; tells of recent marriages and engagements; gives her philosophy on why he should not begin to chew tobacco; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Makes reference to Valentine's Day and Washington's Birthday; mentions last year's parade and the marching continentals; reports of bad rain storm that tore up the railroad track and caused problems with mud and flooding; family news. Includes note signed from Charles L. Powell, Jr., Henry, Illinois, to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1857 February 22, telling her to turn to their 'one friend' for strength and advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes a storm which kept him in Henry, Illinois, unable to travel; gives recent travel plans, including a trip to Philadelphia by boat; gives news of friends and family in Henry; says many river towns are flooded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports his knowledge of Lloyd's Powell return to Winchester; relatives are going to the Episicpal Church for Easter; reports Dr. Hoagland ? as being a bad tenant in their house in Illinois; mentions happiness that Nina Powell is joining the church today.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of relatives in Alexandria; tells his travel plans; says he finds the women of Virginia far more appealing than those of South Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUncle Fred? and Aunt Lucy? are leaving for Virginia; sending his mother his daguerreotype, a photograph; reports that Lloyd is in St. Louis; Bridget, a past boarder, had a little girl; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the family vacation and adventures; describes the baths; mentions the parties they have attended; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily is on vacation; describes activities and scenery at Capon Springs; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks about taking inventory at the store; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays they just got back from Capon; asks her not to take silver nitrate for her headaches; says they have all improved their health by the visit to Capon; says \"brother\" Nelson is now there hoping the springs will help him; says they did not get the house that they wanted to rent; gives news of friends; says Rebecca, Hatty, and Lloyd are there. Including letter from Charles L. Powell to Nina Powell. Says that he misses her and wishes she could have been at Capon; asks about her headaches.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his travels from Baltimore to Henry; mentions shortage of money due to bank failures; gives detailed news of the town, including improvements being made; news of Henry relatives; mentions that the bank failures will result in fewer land dealings and therefore, less work for him; asks about the young ladies of Winchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about Mr. Waler's? lectures; attends the Methodist Church now; reports of the adventures during hunting season; mentions the new idea of pavement sidewalks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a severe snowstorm and its effects on Henry; tells how he spent Thanksgiving day; describes their new cook with whom he is infatuated; mentions the death of Robert Conrad?; gives messages of friends in Winchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports of Nina getting her teeth straightened; describes method; reports that the number of scarlet fever cases is greatly reduced; she is very busy with the boarding school; tells of a fight between Charlie McCormick and a police officer; mentions Hunter Holmes McGuire; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the death of Robert ? and the reaction of the town; gives news of friends; sends her love to her mother and relatives; wants to know what Dr. Chase said about her teeth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about Nina's plans to go home; says she is concerned about her traveling when her teeth are in such a condition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e20 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the \"hard times\" everyone is experiencing; describes farm activities; family news; describes how to make a mousetrap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes midwest weather and the usual fall-like temperatures; says that they are all much healthier because of the mild weather; says ties are hard and the bank in Henry just closed, but that the town is continuing to improve; asks about Mrs. Powell's occupation, teaching; mentions the death of Robert Conrad and describes his character; messages to family members.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports of freezing temperatures of -15 F and snow in Henry; mentions sleighing in the snow; reports story of a bank robbery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports of Lloyd's Powell trip to St. Louis to try and find Charles a job; family news; mentions a Mr. Lombard who plans to return to Henry and open a bank of issue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses who owes him letters from home; says he could not find a job for Charley Charles L. Powell, Jr.? in St. Louis because of the poor economy; gives news of Randolph Powell, of St. Louis, and John Webb Powell, of Utah; says he will be home during the summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions that she missed his birthday with a card but thought of him that day; expresses religious feelings and beliefs; family news; lists people recently confirmed in the Church; outbreak of typhus fever at the University ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his travels; describes Memphis, Tenn.; gives news of \"cousin\" William Powell who resides in Memphis; gives news of Mr. And Mrs. Mason, residing in Vicksburg; describes Leake County where he sold some of his Uncle Nelson's land; gives news of \"cousin\" John Wilson of New Orleans and of \"cousin\" John Chilton, who may send his daughter Sarah to school in Virginia; tells his travel plans, stating he will be in Virginia in a month; gives news to family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes scenery where he is; tells of a May party that some school girls had; describes his boat riding trip; family news; mentions arrival of Mr. Winn, the new Presbyterian minister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports having been sick with a bad cold; family news; Nina has problems with other schoolgirls because her parents operate the school; trying to plan Charlie's return home for the summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about fourth of July entertainment; Mr. Winn gave an exceptional sermon; Uncle Richard? bought a piano and a side-saddle; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about boarding students; inquires about vacations at Capon Springs, West Virginia; tells of his success at duck hunting; family news; mentions Stephen A. Douglas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of Uncle Richard's and Uncle Fred's families; says that Frank's baby is still ill; gives news of Hammond and Minna; comments that he will not see his family for another year; gives news of Charlie Charles L. Powell, Jr. and his employment possibilities; asks about Uncle Neb of Clark, Va?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her opinion about chewing tobacco, smoking, and other bad habits; incorporates religious duty into her opinion; some family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his habit of chewing tobacco and how he should discipline himself to quit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the weather; reports on Hammond; reports that Mr. Chandler of Henry is getting married in Boston; says they will stay at Mrs. Taber's for the winter; gives news of Charlie (Charles) L. Powell, Jr.; comments on the involvement of women in politics in Henry; news of friends; comments on the decreased enrollment at the family school, saying they will at least have a lighter workload; mentions Stephen A. Douglas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses her disappointment in Charlie's having tasted tobacco; tells him that he is doing wrong to continue this habit; voices many religious views.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that river is flooding the town; talks of Christmas holidays; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA birthday letter for Nina's sixteenth birthday; describes the weather; family news; Min? is the \"editress\" of the \"Minnehaha\"; tells of the affairs of a Miss Amanda?.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives account of how he spends his days with emphasis on his Sunday activities; tried to quit chewing tobacco but couldn't; tells of episode where Uncle Richard? lost his saddle bags in the town of Bradford; river was frozen and people are ice skating; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells where the girls boarding with them are going for Christmas; describes their Christmas plans; recollects their last Christmas with Minna; gives religious advice; sends her love to Lloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e18 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould love for her to stay with him; mentions a sister Hannah.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Lloyd Powelland Uncle Richard ? have gone to Memphis, Tenn.; tells of the building of a road for $10,000; describes a surprise party he attended; mentions Valentine's Day and how many he has received; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Uncle Richard and Frank are with him in Memphis, to see if they want to move there; says that he does not believe Uncle Richard will leave Illinois, but that Frank probably will; says that they tried to look up William Powell but he had moved to Arkansas; discusses the possibilities of his parents establishing a school in the area, and the risks involved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of Uncle Richard and Uncle Fred; says Uncle Fred and Frank will close their business and leave Henry; tells of a conversation with Bishop Otey of Memphis on the subject of establishing a girls school there; gives details of the proposal in case his father is interested; gives news of the private school situation in Arkansas; reports on his business dealings in Arkansas; discusses financial matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of Uncle Fred who has been ill; says that the women of the town are all inspecting the new spring goods brought in from Saint Louis; discusses his daily schedule; says Charlie Charles L. Powell, Jr. is in singing school; asks about Nina's walks and lectures on the benefits of exercise to health and appearance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes spring in Illinois; inquires about relatives in Alexandria; comments on Uncle Nelson's helpless state; discusses the chances of recovering Uncle Nelson's lands in Arkansas; describes the area of Henry where the family used to live; comments that she now weights 108 lbs., which is more than her daughters weigh; sends his love to Grand Ma Powell, Aunt Ann, and Uncle Neb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA baby girl was born who is Nina's cousin Uncle Richard's daughter?; describes a fishing trip; mentions finding several Indian graves with skeletons and other items; tells story of a \"mad\" dog who bit many people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of Illinois relatives; describes a trip that he and Uncle Richard took through Stark County, emphasizing the changes that have taken place in the last five years; comments on Charley's Charles L. Powell, Jr. development into a young man; reports that Uncle Richard will leave the land business on September 1st; discusses his involvement in the business and his desire to visit Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expresses his relief that his brother Charles arrived safely in Va.; comments on how scattered the family is at present; mentions Cousin Fanny Cochran's wedding in Middleburg, Virginia; discusses Mr. Hyde's trip in the \"aerial vessel\" Atlantic from St. Louis to New York, as reported in the \"Republican\"; reports that Frank has another son, Horatio Nelson; news of other Illinois relatives; describes the July 4 festivities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses an unprofitable year for his business; discusses a business proposition made to his brother Charles and Harry and Benton Janney by Uncle Richard, concerning the opening of the store; gives news of Illinois relatives; comments that his Uncle Richard, who just turned 43, may begin to use his middle name again and become Richard H. Lloyd; comments on how, in the past twenty years, the Powell family has spread from \"New York to Salt Lake City, and from the 'Lakes' to the Gulf of Mexico.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Uncle Richard, Minna will stop at Fulton County to visit relatives; gives his opinion about Minna not returning to Winchester Va. for school, stating that she has become too undisciplined and used to complete freedom in Illinois to be effectively taught in a school; describes Frank's son Horatio Nelson; comments on the family's health, saying that his father Charles L. Powell weights twenty pounds more than he does and his mother Selina L. Powell weighs only six pounds less, and also weighs more than any of her three brothers in Illinois; asks her if she is finished school and will make her debut.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Charley (Charles) L. Powell, Jr., Harry and Benton Janney have begun their business named \"H and TB Janney and Co.\" Asks about the boarding school and discusses the difficulties of running one; reports that Frank's family and Mrs. Hammond? are on their way to Memphis to live; reports that Uncle Fred is planning an extended visit to Virginia, and then will probably move to Memphis; says he and Uncle Richard dissolved their partnership and that Uncle Richard plans to move to Memphis as well; reports that crops are poor, so his business will be slow; plans to see them for Christmas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that there is a County Fair next week; describes in detail an incident of a burning well; expresses sorrow that the family school will be so small this year; reports that the 'W. S. Fair' in Chicago is now over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discussing fall and winter goods being stocked at \"Lloyd's Big Brick\" in Henry, Illinois\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003efamily news; mentions marriage of Miss Hutchins, and deaths of 2 children of Mrs. Clara Ferguson; received invitation to wedding of \"Miss Mittie;\" gives his opinion of marriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French teacher at the boarding school died; mentions excitement due to 'John' Browne's execution and that there are 26 companies of soldiers at Charlestown, West Virginia; mentions growing discontent of slaves; describes how men have loaded pistols ready in their homes; tells how many people are being imprisoned; tells of other strains between North and South; some family news; mentions Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Uncle Richard's baby has been christened Elizabeth Jenkins Lloyd; comments that this is the day that John Brown is to be executed; comments on the number of arrests in Virginia of strangers traveling through the state. Including newspaper clipping, n.d., of a poem about infants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Professors Wise and LaMountain's attempt to establish daily balloon transportation from the \"Western\" states to the East Coast; family news; says he is anxious for the family in Illinois to move south; mentions the execution of \"Cook and his Confederates\" involved in John Brown's attempted insurrection on December 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to a \"Leap Year\" party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mentions and encloses invitation to a \"Leap Year\" party; describes events at the party; describes weather and reports of a sleighing party; reports marriage of Mary Ann Hoyt, friend of the family. Including note from Maggie J. Richmond, Henry, Illinois, to Charles L. Powell, Jr., Henry, Illinois, 1860 February, inviting him to a \"Leap Year\" party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks about Uncle Richard's? baby girl; gives report of Charles L. Powell and some family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses \"spring fever\" concerning work; describes weather; speaks of Uncle Nelson's Lloyd death and how it should be a happy time; thanks his father for \"Alexandria Gazettes\" containing articles about the Whig convention; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about her feelings during the time following her brother Nelson's death; recounts the last days she spent with Nelson Lloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks about assessed value of some land or property and makes reference to Lloyd Brothers and Co.; speaks of crops and the effects of the weather; mentions how road being finished would provide trade with those on the other side of the river; township will vote on how to acquire additional funds to complete the road; mentions the whig convention and how they now represent such a small minority of people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks of spring dresses and bonnets; mentions hearing address by William McDonald; discusses opening of a shoe and book manufactory; speaks of beating \"the 'Yankees' with their own men;\" family news; religious advice; mentions use of telegraph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses agriculture and effects of weather on crops; talks of visiting New England and of dislike of their attitudes; expresses extreme negative opinion of 'Yankees.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; mentions work at the store; discusses events around town. Including poem? written in Latin on both sides of envelope. Locks of hair also enclosed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses crops and agriculture; describes Illinois scenery; family news; inquires about trip to Capron Springs; mentions \"Uncle Richard's\" card selling tour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Congressional race; mentions Cassius M. Clay of Kentucky and his visit to Illinois; talks about rise in crime; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses confusion about having joined the church; religious discussion; some family and neighborhood news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about trip to New England; mentions \"Alexandria Sentinel;\" family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses climate and busy season of Christmas; debates issue of Civil War and effects; gives religious advice; family news; Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses problems due to political and financial situation of the country; talks about boils on his hand; family news; mentions kindness of Mayor Turner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNina's eighteenth birthday; discusses the weather; talks about sleighing and skating; mentions \"Pickwick Papers\" and describes hunting interest; makes reference to several literary works.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks of trade being slow; election of a Mr. McFadden as \"Justice of the Peace\"; mentions sleighing and the weather; describes hayride in snow and people he went with.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his indebtedness to his father and his financial situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses political situation and \"imminent danger of Civil War\"; comments on government involvement and troops in a war; mentions social life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses the imminent war and that it will be the third one in her lifetime; talks about effects of a war from past experience; family news. 3 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from \"grandmother\" Catharine Powell, Bellevue, Va.?, to Rebecca Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1861 January 20, inquiring about being able to paint for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his dog and its habits and actions; talks about a fight at a warehouse; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses pros, cons, and possibilities of a war; talks about being able to cross North/South Line if he comes to Virginia; describes weather; mentions indoor winter activities; refers to marriage and courting habits; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBriefly discusses the Navy; describes wedding of Nellie Hall and a Mr. Kellogg; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation concerning troop movements around Harper's Ferry; mentions a Col. Bowen, superintendent Barbour, and a Col. Moore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses explosion of armory at Harper's Ferry; speaks of united Southern forces; mentions involvement of friends including Powell Grady; Powell and Holmes Conrad; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuffering from inflammation of eyes; discusses possibility of Illinois and Virginia residents being separated during the war; Virginia's succession from the Union; Democrats opposition to the war with the South; talks about surrender of Fort Sumter; confusion about whether to leave or stay in Henry; some family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Colonel Robert Lee and movement of troops; mentions Georgetown Heights, Alexandria Heights, and the Valley counties; some family news; mentions Rockingham Rifles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlockade established at the mouth of the Ohio; Southern trade suspended; some family news; inquires about situation in Virginia concerning the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a proclamation of Lincoln; politics and effects of the Civil War; dominance of Lincoln's party in Louisville, Kentucky; some family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders to stop mail from Virginia.; Alexandria occupied by North; Fairfax cavalry taken prisoner; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWar's effects on postal service; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for package of food and lists contents; speaks of newspaper Richmond Dispatch as a rare luxury; describes camp life; enemy is at Williamsport, Md.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses camp life and its required adjustment; mentions accidental shooting of two men as their only pessimistic experience so far; gives account of battles reported in the Baltimore Sun Baltimore Sun; majority of men in army are under 21; describes how soldiers try to get food from surrounding farmers and their families.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses uniforms, saying that they are everywhere, and that a \"John Brown\" has increased the \"military spirit\" in Virginia; asks about Lloyd; discusses books he has read and that she recommends; describes their daily schedule and when she has time to read; discusses food in season; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrepares for battle; states that he is ready to do his duty for his country; mentions that the Continentals lost two men in the engagement the day before.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that he cannot keep their date for the afternoon due to Army business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Mentions her husband's attack of dysentery; family news; gives news of friends and family; hopes war will soon be over so that the family can all be together; expresses religious feelings; wishes that they could write more freely; tells him to send his letters to E. J. Lee in Maryland who will forward them South to them. Including note, from Selina (Lloyd) Powell, Winchester, Virginia, to \"Charlie,\" Charles L. Powell, Jr., , relating more family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for specific items of clothing to be sent because he does not know when he can return home; refers to Haresack? and asks that she make him a smaller one.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes description of L. Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of how Lloyd Powell was shot in battle of Manassas; details of his personal characteristics and attitudes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expresses sympathy in regard to Lloyd Powell's death; offers comforting words from the Bible. Including letter, from Sue P. Lee, Lexington, Va. to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1861 July 29, offering condolences on the death of her brother, Lloyd Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Nina for her letter of sympathy concerning the death of her mother; gives news of her brothers and sisters; says that she has terminated her relations with cousin R.? because she could not marry a first cousin; discusses their friendship.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplains of poor postal service; tells him of Lloyd Powell's death; remembers about Lloyd's characteristics and qualities; says that typhoid fever is spreading in the town; talks about her servants; family news; reports of Willie Lee Chilton's death, a second cousin; expresses religious view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLove letter to her; proposes marriage to her and her guardian and asks for a reply.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned also by J. R. Bowen, Justice of the Peace, stating that Charles L. Powell, Jr. has taken necessary oaths to become Deputy Marshal. . Including on verso, document, from Brigadier General James H. Carson, 1861 October 24, Charles L. Powell, Jr. permission to cross back and forth over enemy lines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for package she sent him; describes his situation and effects of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for cap she sent him; his company is located at the \"Big Spring\" near Mr. Gray's.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that 'Yankees' were in Shepherdstown, WVa. a few nights ago; family news; sends condolences on loss of her brother Lloyd Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSympathizes upon loss of Nina's brother, Lloyd Powell; relates her story of when her father died; expresses indebtedness to Nina's mother Selina (Lloyd) Powell; mentions sickness prevalent in Winchester, Va.; discusses her brother's Bob Lucas experiences as a soldier; Charles L. Powell, Sr., has accepted position in Richmond; news of spending summer at Col. LaRue's in Clarke to escape the Yankees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for a cap she made and sent to him; expecting to go to camp soon; some family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of explosion that a Mr. Hubard caused trying to perfect something like \"Greek fire\" to sell to the government, similar to a powder to use in shells; describes condition of Mr. Hubard, his subsequent operations and death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wanted to give her news from Winchester, Virginia, but \"the spy\" had to burn his information for fear it would fall into enemy hands; tells stories of houses being searched by soldiers; news of friends and relatives; decorated with \"Confederate States of America\" seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrying to catch up with Stonewall Jackson's troops; describes camp life and strategy concerning the Yankees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibility of 'Yankees' taking Richmond; discusses importance of trust in God during battles; inquires about Robert Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral information on troop movements; mentions Battle of Williamsburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes being a member of Jackson's Army; mentions \"Rockbridge Artillery\" being full; family news. Decorated with \"Liberty and Union\" seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStonewall Jackson captured two entire enemy regiments; enemy took part of Central Railroad; troop movements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; disappointment about not being able to be with Stonewall Jackson in his last fight.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the family's living arrangements; thanks her for finding a home for her to stay in, but feels it would be less imposing if she stayed where Nina is teaching in Prince Edward County; hopes that they can all live together soon; rejoices over Jackson's victory in retaking the \"old town\"; says that the Garlands have been very kind during her stay with them; discusses her traveling plans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of friends, Willie Gray and Marshall Barton; death of various others in war including Turner Asby; talks of having made herself a sun-bonnet; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of getting a job as a clerk in Major Vaun's office; information about Stonewall Jackson's victories; reports Colonel Ashby's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReviews routine activities; much family and friend news; discusses Stonewall Jackson's troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Everyone feeling ill and weighing less; family news; possible fighting in Richmond, Virginia; Stonewall Jackson is at Hanover Junction, Va.; problem with fleas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe cannot get into the Rockbridge Artillery; she is staying with a Col. and Mrs. Tucker; battle of Richmond has begun; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Got position as a clerk in the Quarter Master's Office under Capt. Irwin, first cousin of Selina (Lloyd) Powell; Stonewall Jackson's army passed through Gordonsville about a week ago; talks of deserters from both sides wandering in mountains west of Winchester, Va.; South won battle in Richmond, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Got position as a clerk in the Quarter Master's Office under Capt. Irwin, first cousin of Selina (Lloyd) Powell; Stonewall Jackson's army passed through Gordonsville about a week ago; talks of deserters from both sides wandering in mountains west of Winchester, Va.; South won battle in Richmond, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Fighting around Richmond, Virginia; Stonewall Jackson's Army arrived to help; describes strategies and events of war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails about progress of the war; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Personal experience in Army. Including newspaper clipping of a poem by John. R. Thompson, entitled \"Ashby\" from a Richmond, Virginia newspaper dated 1862 June 13 , about the war.Verso is Rebecca Powell to Selina (Lloyd) Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Makes reference to Stonewall Jackson's army and his efforts in Richmond, Virginia; relates events of war and involvement of friends and relatives; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses people she knows who have been wounded or killed in the war; refers to battles at Richmond and Chickahominy, Va.; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses disappointment that her parents didn't get to visit her; complains of \"M's\" temper; gives list of supplies that she has purchased or ordered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreparing to go to Gordonsville to join Braxton's Battery; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas joined Braxton's artillery; give details of battles and accounts of those wounded and killed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes battle between his battery and the 'Yankees;' describes Captain Braxton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe has jaundice; personal account of stay in Richmond; discusses salary; accounts of the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles L. Powell, Jr. was killed; added to letter later her husband is still yellow with jaundice; saw the President Davis and his wife; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains events of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death near Warrenton Springs, Va.; includes sketch of battlegrounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTown gossip; tells story of a Dr. Conrad's arrest and ordeal; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks of our troops making it into Maryland; family news; prevalence of typhoid fever; discusses Southern attitudes about the Civil War, and Northerners.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious account and explanation of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms her of \"Charley's Charles L. Powell, Jr. death; encloses a copy of Capt. Carter M. Braxton's report of the events leading to Charles L. Powell's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers sympathy for the loss of his son, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; describes the death of their sister Ellen Powell Gray; reports on the welfare of Ellen's family - Mr. William Gray, Kate and Arthur; news of family. Including letter from \"Mother\" Selina L. Powell, to Hattie Powell. Discusses the state of their belongings in their former house in Winchester and what will be sold through cousin Sarah Powell Conrad; says if they do not intend to return, then it should all be sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for her sympathy upon death of Rebecca's brother, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; expresses religious views; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResponds to news of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death; family news; reports on her own health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes description of Charles L. Powell and the battle. (Newspaper clipping.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Lots of family and town news; mentions that army is located near her in Winchester, Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her daily routine schedule; involved in knitting for the soldiers; doesn't seem to think 'Yankees' will approach Richmond, Va.; remembers her son \"Charley\" Charles L. Powell, Jr. often.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses their friendship and situation of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses sympathy for the death of her brother, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; describes in detail the death of her mother, Ellen Powell Gray and reveals her feelings concerning it; gives news of their Powell relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses daily routine; problem with typhoid fever; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on incidents of typhoid fever; family news; discusses her minister and baptism of a baby.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes circumstances of her daughter Annie's sickness and death; offers sympathy for death of Charles L. Powell, Jr.; family news; including recital of Fenella's funeral rites; \"Earth to Earth, Dust to Dust...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses business matters in Winchester that she is taking care of for Charles L. Powell; discusses the ear and the situation in Winchester; sends him some books, stating that the 'Yankees' carried off the rest of them; reports of a proposed armistice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes sickness causing a delirious state for a few days; family news; knitting as a popular pastime; discusses weather; 'Yankees' still have Gloucester Point as a fort; soldiers suffering from \"rot\" that kills them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses John Milton's works; family news; Longstreet's Corps has occupied many points near Culpeper Court House. 2 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from Nina Powell, Kenmuir, Louisa County, Va. to \"sister\" either Hattie or Rebecca Powell, , 1862 November 5, reporting family news. Also including note from Selina Powell,Kenmuir, Louisa County, Va.. Expresses grief over Annie Lee's death; asks about Robert E. Lee; prevalence of typhoid fever; describes weather and landscape; 'Yankees' did not disturb Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s grave; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends this letter with a letter from Hunter, her brother; comments that Hattie has now been gone from Winchester eight months; says life is fine when Confederate soldiers are in Winchester, but that it is miserable when the 'Yankees' come; says General Jackson has visited them and has his headquarters on the road to Front Royal; says he gave her his photograph and he will send a copy; writes that they are working very hard because the few servants in town are cooking for the soldiers; lists people who will leave town if the 'Yankees' return; says Cousin Betty looks unwell because she works so hard in the hospitals ; writes that they only have 500 sick beds in the hospitals; mentions the destruction by 'Yankees' in other counties; fears they will soon suffer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends thanks for present he received because it will be useful during the winter; expresses desire for peace in the country.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; expresses concern that the Southern army is suffering from a lack of clothes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses her feelings of loneliness, as she lives among strangers; expresses other worries of disease and of the war; discusses problems with diphtheria in the neighborhood; comments on the shortage of men in the neighborhood, in particular healthy, attractive ones; discusses the hardships of Uncle Prosser and Aunt ReBecca whose former servants burnt much of their property; news of friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the condition of Charles L. Powell's estate and what business has been transacted; lists what articles from their home have been sold, commenting that most people in Winchester are not buying things because they are leaving to journey \"up the Valley\"; reports that 4000 men are guarding Winchester, that some tobacco has been burned, and that preparation for evacuation is underway; describes 'Yankee' attacks in Charlestown; comments on the effect of the fear of attack on everyone in the town; gives news of friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Comments on problems with influenza; refers to a Capt. Duff and his defense of Leesburg, Virginia; gives news of town since troops have arrived; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes references to the Clarke Cavalry and a Capt. Carter; possessions have been pillaged and towns have been ruined; has to quit farming because of war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes Nina a Happy Birthday; refers to God and asks to enter his Kingdom; mentions a friend who died from diphtheria; discusses Stonewall Jackson's opposition to the enemy at Port Royal, Va.; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses everyone's fear of diphtheria; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes references to Gen. Robert E. Lee's victories; lots of family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses the difficulty of losing so many brave men in the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminisces about their last Christmas together; discusses the slaves and their ability to be dangerous.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Expresses desire for peace and to return to Winchester, Virginia; much town and family news; sorry they can't spend Christmas together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe has been ill with a cough and cold; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about a John Tabb; tells activities of Kate Gordon who is staying with them; mentions a bombazine fine twilled silk fabric; people looking for teaching positions; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots of town and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProblems with smallpox; family news; mentions Judge Lee's ? suicide. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer husband, Charles L. Powell, Sr., is still looking for a teaching job; recommends reading as a worthwhile hobby.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes how her family spent Christmas; thanks her for the cap she made for her brother Rob; discusses the sadness of Hattie's Christmas; discusses friendship; reports that she heard from Mary ? who is living behind Union lines in King George.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions a Col. Tucker?; talks about her personal health; refers to the \"conscript act\"; gives impressions of deaths resulting from the Civil War and ideas of a forthcoming peace; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; refers to robbery of all servants; tells stories of confrontations with the enemy and experiences while at war; discusses food he has to eat; mentions has heard news of Grandma's death; mentions William Edmonson Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003efamily news; discusses her pay for tutoring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions their father's new employment in Greenville; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family news; describes some of daily activities.Including N. C. E.?, to Nina Powell, , post 1863 March 13 giving neighborhood news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Comments on Cavalry's victory in Culpeper, Va.; describes poverty situation in Winchester, Virginia, as result of Civil War; discusses situations in Romney, West Virginia; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives information on job prospects; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFound a teaching job in Powhatan; describes location and plans to build a house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on his activities in the Army; refers to \"the Picketts;\" tells of damage and destruction in Winchester, Va., as a result of 'Yankee' invasion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on experiences in Army; expresses sadness that young men can't receive education during the war; family news; states that Tip? Powell and Frank Grady were captured in Loudoun, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses clothes; family news; says they will visit Shirley Plantation soon; says Mary? must remain within the Union lines because the only way to leave is to walk eighteen miles at night, carrying baggage; mentions Robert E. Lee, George Washington, and Custis Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions interest in soldiers, especially the South Carolina gentlemen; talks about sources of entertainment; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his house and surroundings; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions \"taking bitters (a tea) made of sarsaparilla root\" for strength and to purify her blood; expresses hopes for war to soon be over; 'Yankees' now have Fauquier under their control; family news; refers to receiving news through the Enquirer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses when the family members will see each other; gives news of Powell relatives at Locust Hill; says that goods cannot be sent to them from Locust Hill Leesburg, Virginia because of a blockade; inquires about the fighting in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks about General Stuart's decision to review his Division; refers to great loss at Battle of Chancellorsville in the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson; describes events of war near Rowlesburg, WVa.; comments on his troops various attacks on different Railroads; gives details about other battles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; comments on how quickly her chickens are dying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses fighting in the Civil War and loss of servants; family news and sick and wounded from Battle of Gettysburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on war, pestilence and famine; discusses the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that Nina Powell has been recommended to him to take care of his children as well as tutoring them; requests response to his offer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses pillaging by the Union troops; comments on men who have given their lives for the southern cause; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on scarcity of various staples; offers her $300 to come and teach his children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses \"keeping house\" and how much it costs to do so; family news; comments on the Battle of Manassas.Including note from ?, , to Hatty sic Powell, , undated, discussing delivery of enclosed note to Custis Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to appease Nina's apprehensions about coming to Hanover County if the enemy is there; wants her to begin working the first of October.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer to substitute himself for William Henry Fitzhugh Lee as a Northern prisoner of War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; questions Nina about her \"beaux\" and his courting ways; discusses education.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to burning her previous letter in case of a fight whence it could become public; relates news of troops; family news; discusses fight from the Rappahannock to the Rapidan Rivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots of family news; states that a man named Taylor Johns has fallen in love with Nina Powell; discusses situation at the Stringfellow's, where Nina now lives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses in detail his new teaching position; family information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives cotton prices as $3.75 a yard; discusses Battle at Manassas; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on her husband's new position in Albemarle; family news; mentions some events in reference to the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she saw her father Charles L. Powell, Sr. on his way to move into Cousin R's?; describes her trip to Charlottesville; expresses satisfaction that her mother is able to stay with Uncle Fred and Lute; reports she has eleven scholars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; discusses her job as a teacher; discusses \"preserving with molasses\"; expresses anger and confusion about Nina's beaux David ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his teaching position.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives opinion on attitudes of young people; family news; expresses interest in religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses plans for Christmas, including costs involved and where they can stay; discusses death of Cousin? Temple Grady and its effect on other relatives; discusses teaching and their role in the war effort.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to a battle at Chattanooga, Tennessee; and General Longstreet; discusses cotton and its discount price of $18 a bale; comments on young gentlemen who have come to visit her; other town and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hattie for her kind gift of a Bible; gives details of present experience as a soldier in the Civil War; expresses sadness for those who died in the battle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions a Carrie Hobson's death resulting from a \"perforation of the bowels\" (typhoid fever); family and town news; mentions Temple Grady's brother of C. Powell Grady? death; refers to having some corsets made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; expresses concern about \"national affairs;\" discusses religious point of view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; discusses General Bragg and his great ability as a leader.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; states that he met Mr. Seddon, Secretary of War and they discussed Judah Benjamin; gives some views of what is happening with the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions General Longstreet's retreat from Knoxville, Tenn.; comments on giving Nina some linen for \"sleeves or sleeve bands;\" family news; discusses harvesting of crops; comments on threats that \"Yanks\" are making.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses insufficiency of cotton crops; mentions that her son is on a war vessel, in the ocean, \"larger than the Florida and the Alabama.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to travel by carriage; discusses mailing \"bleached cotton;\" family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions story where 'Yankees' come into towns and arrest Southerners; refers to daguerreotypes; writes a poem/prayer to God about grief he and others have experienced.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes Nina a Merry Christmas since she (Nina) will be together with her parents; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the inclement weather; states that she had butter and tea for celebration on Christmas morning; gives price of calico as $ 6 per yard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on her friends spending New Year's Eve at the President's; mentions walking to the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia; family news; refers to cotton vs. bleached cotton; discusses typhoid fever; comments on subject of religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; expresses hopes for an end to the Civil War; mentions a book, \"Home Influency\" that deals with raising children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions losing her heart to a Lieutenant Blackford; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions having forgotten Nina's birthday and becoming more absent minded; states that demonstrating affection in public is not good practice; gives advice and opinion on men and courting; has put \"vie dollars in gold and $25 in Virginia. Bank notes\"; and discusses school teaching; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been suffering from sickness similar to typhoid fever; mentions that many servants have the measles; states that the key to her watch is worn out and she cannot wind it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers advice about teaching; has seen John C. Pemberton; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her illness typhoid fever?; describes her Christmas diversions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on how he misses having the women in his family at home; family news; discuses some aspects of the Civil War; mentions Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; expresses hope that the Civil War will soon end; expresses grief of her Mother's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses concern about Hattie Powell's sickness; family news and town gossip; mentions some of the types of food they've been eating; talks about \"yanks\" and their disruptiveness; mentions Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives Nina advice on how to terminate her engagement with John Dupuy; writes of the death of Hunter McGuire's sister, May; says she now has twelve scholars; news of family and friends; discusses books and mentions Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she has been busy knitting gloves, sewing, teaching, nursing, and being sick; says she is nearly \"well and fat\" again; says that her hair has not started to come back yet, but that when it does, she has been told to shave it; asks who Nina's friend Lizzie is; describes people she has met; reports where troops are; discusses ways she is trying to get cotton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises Minnie not to be grieved about their mother's death; some family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticle in which Jefferson Davis praises the Confederate soldiers for their \"devotion and self-sacrifice,\" and assures them of their capabilities against the declining enemy; also includes a commentary about Davis' speech, stating that the present spirit of the South has never been paralleled in history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulates Nina on her engagement to John J. Dupuy; discusses their friendship; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions a girl's death from diphtheria; refers to traveling by train; discusses blockade of the Potomac River; comments on greenbacks and their value; refers to the 'Yankee Congress;' general Civil War news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives consent for him to marry Nina after listing the pros and cons of the situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTown news and family news; refers to knitting as a past time; states that her hair has not begun to \"come out yet\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her new beau; much family and town news; refers to events of the Civil War and the Powhatan troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that her employer, Mrs. Stringfellow, has offered to allow her two weeks for Easter; asks permission to come home; gives detailed plans on how she could get there cheaply; says the \"troops\" will return before Easter; asks if her father is coming home for the holiday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses selection of a minister; comments on her knitting for the soldiers; town gossip and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses sale of a draft on New York for $625.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for gloves she knitted and set to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on her sister's problem with inflammatory rheumatism; much town and family news; tells stories of soldiers who have returned home; comments on lack of patriotism in the country; mentions readying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of a shopping trip she took to Charlottesville, and the people she saw; describes a visit to see their father at Cousin R. Nowland's; discusses the new tax law, the \"panic,\" and the new monetary issue; news of friends and family; mentions reading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMakes reference to needing a straw-splitter; discusses financial situation; comments on Nina's engagement to \"Brother John\" Dupuy?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions interruption of communications due to Yankee Raid; states that he sat near Gen. Robert E. Lee and Mr. Edmund Lee on a train car and talked with them; describes conversation; discusses the events of the Civil Warincluding Lee's near capture by Custis' divisionary raid through Albemarle County, during the Kilpatrick - Dahlgren Raid on Richmond; mentions Holmes Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMuch town news; discusses 'Yankees' and their progression; comments on her attempts to hide her silver on her body in order to keep it from the Yankees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; expresses religious views.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; discusses events of the Civil War; including raid by Custis on Albemarle; mentions Holmes Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the weather; much town and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays her Easter plans have been cancelled because of the snow storm; mentions how close she (Nina) has been to the Union troops; says she feels much better and now weights 114 pounds; reports on fatal measles in the area; reports on how she has spent her time with Captain Morgan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends her a letter from Kate?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses buying and selling cotton; comments on college opportunities; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news and town gossip; comments on gold lace on the coats of those who make rank of Captain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; refers to Nina's grandmother's Anne Harriotte (Lee) Lloyd death; discusses 'Yankees' and their progress; mentions Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on reading as a pastime and mentions ? Cooper's novels; family news; refers to 'Yankees' taking hostages; mentions Robert Young Conrad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her daily schedule; reports how their Aunt Jeanie Lloyd and Aunt ReBecca are doing in relation to the war; describes social visits; mentions an Aunt Nannie; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses weather and its effects on gardens and crops; comments on 'Yankees' and news about the Civil War; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; comments on news of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives detailed description of fighting near Beaver Dam, Va., as told to her by some of the soldiers; mentions visit by Gen. Stuart; describes other events of the war from personal point of view.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; discusses struggle on the Rapidan River; tells of other Civil War news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses general battle news; expresses concern about struggle in Hanover County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses events of the war; comments on actions of Yankees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Comments on armies being at Hanover Junction and expresses her concern and fears; refers to burning of Powhatan depot by Union troops. Including note from Selina (Lloyd) Powell, Charlotte County, Va., to Nina Powell, Verdon, Hanover County, Virginia, 1864 May 24, correcting some spelling errors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses relief that the 'Yankees' did not come through the area where Nina is; says that her father wants her Nina to leave soon because of the danger; says things are so scarce in Charlotte that there would not be enough to feed her; expresses relief that Nina is not living between the two railroads; says the news they get about the war is encouraging, but she thinks the conflict will be a long one; discusses plans to get the family together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to battle of Vicksburg; tells of other developments of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to a cousin, Mrs. Randolph Tucker whose house is at the corner of Grace and Adams street in Richmond; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about Nina's daily schedule and when she says prayers; expresses sorrow that Hattie's teaching position near Nina did not work out; tells her she must be self-reliant; says she is waiting to find out if she can join Mr. Powell; discusses the fashions of hats; sends her respects to Mr. Stringfellow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMuch town and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her social schedule; encourages her to pursue a relationship with Willie Booker; news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecounts all he has been doing for the past two years (has been in charge of a prison).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Nina to change her mind and work for them another year; claims they are safe from the 'Yankees' and that the war will soon be over; praises her teaching of their three girls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Union troops' burning of houses in Richmond; gives views on death; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on typhoid fever; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news. Mentions not being able to find a nail-brush in the city and forgot India ribbon; comments on 'Yankees' treating people badly; refers to buying lip-glue at Randolph's Book Store; discusses her (Nina's), new house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Mr. Powell's teaching position with the Scott family; says he is trying to find a place near him for her to stay; says there was a Yankee raid near where he is staying; discusses where friends who are soldiers are stationed; mentions families who are looking for wounded soldiers to employ as teachers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMuch family and town news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on symptoms of the \"fever\"; expresses religious beliefs concerning deaths resulting from battles; family news and town news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; discusses teacher's pay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMuch family and town news; inquires about her new home in Richmond, Va..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses one of Nina's pupils and how Nina should act towards the family that is employing her; mentions arrangements to exchange a pair of shoes; reports on friends and family; reports on \"her Willie,\" and where he is stationed; mentions soldiers for whom she has knitted gloves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the suitability of Mr. Starke's teaching offer for her mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChides Nina for not writing her; asks if she is spending all her time with Willie Dupuy, who has a wounded shoulder; reports on what she has done socially; asks her to get some cartridges for her pistol when she buys some for her own gun; says Minna Booker is to be married November fourth; discusses sewing.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eTranscription of cross hatch letter by Alison Herring:\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nBlenheim  October 24th\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSunday morning [1864]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nWell my lady-love do you know\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ethat it has been almost three weeks\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003esince the arrival of your last letter\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eto me, and two weeks since I answered\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eit, and not a line have I had from\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou since, no nor a word from either\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePa or Sis since the 9th of the month.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou all must think I am dead, buried,\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eand forgotten, at least you quite forget\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ethat I get the blues horribly shut up here\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ein the country when none of you write\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eto me. I got a letter from Ma on Friday\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003elast the very first letter I had had from\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eanyone for 10 days, or from anybody\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ebut her for 16.  I have no correspondents this\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyear at all except you all \u0026amp; you ought to\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewrite to me often.  And pray miss what are\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou so occupied with that you can't find\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003etime to write, friend Markoe or your\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003epoor dear wounded Willie.  I hear through\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ea letter from Aunt Bec to Ma that you\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ehave spent the day with her, \u0026amp; thro' Mrs\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eStewart that John Tabb was at church\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewith you and [?] Powell. I suppose\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou have not been so quiet that you\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e[Page 2]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ehad nothing to write about and I\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eam just disposed to be charitable\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003etowards you at all, so if you want to\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eget into my good graces you had better\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eset yourself right down \u0026amp; write me\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003etwo or three good long letters.  Mother\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewrites me that Willie Dupuy is at\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ehome wounded in the shoulder \u0026amp;\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eCapt Watkins in the hand but neither\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eof them dangerously, however.  I suppose\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou have heard all about them, tis not\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eworth while for me to tell you, and\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eI reckon Willie will manage to see\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMiss Nina before he returns to the army.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHave you ever heard anything from\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMr. Markoe since you went down\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ein the cars with him, Sis seemed to\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ethink you are decidedly smitten.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWell I suppose as you are so long writing\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eto me you hardly care to hear what I\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ehave been doing, so I have a great mind\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003enot to tell you, and in fact I hardly\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003equite know where to begin it has been\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eso long but just for my own gratification\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eI will try.  Mr. Willis Hobson has three\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSouth Carolinians at his house, sent from\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ethe hospital, they have been there a long\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003etime very sick \u0026amp; are just now getting\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewell enough to visit about. One of them\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eis a Col Dogan, without exception\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\n[Page 3]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nthe rudest, most boisterous, vulgar\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eman I ever saw, well yesterday week\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eI heard his voice down stairs \u0026amp;\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eknew he had come to stay all day\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eso I dressed myself, slipped out the\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eback way and went over to old\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Hurt's to spend the day.  I had a\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003every pleasant day indeed, I found\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eher [?] an exceedingly intelligent\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eagreeable girl, I took to her very much\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eindeed \u0026amp; I think she did to me, but\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eshe has just lost her father so the vis-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eiting will have to be all on my side\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003efor a while.  When I get back in the even-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eing here was Col D still \u0026amp; he staid until\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWednesday.  Sunday I went down to Eman-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eual and saw Fannie, she was as sweet \u0026amp; Cordi-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eal as ever, she seemed so glad to see me \u0026amp; says\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eshe is coming up for me soon some Fri-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eday evening.  Monday night Mr. [Reich?] a\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMarylander belonging to the 3rd Cavalry\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003estaid here all night.  I found him a\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003every agreeable gentleman I forgot to\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003esay that Sunday while we were at din-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ener Mrs. W. Hobson came over \u0026amp; brought\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eher Cousin young Bolling, son of Mr. Robert\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBolling of Fauquier, and brother of Hunter\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e[Page 4]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcGuires old friend of Philadelphia Dr. B\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eand Mr. Venning one of the S.C. especial-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ely to see me and I enjoyed their visit\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003every much indeed.  Mr. Bolling is only\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e18 but he is six feet tall very handsome\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eand very agreeable.  Mr. V sings very well\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eand is a quiet gentlemanly widower but\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003enothing remarkable.  Tuesday evening Mrs.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eH sent a horse for me \u0026amp; I went over there \u0026amp;\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003estaid all night, and then saw the third\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eS.C. a Dr. Waring a married man, and\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eone of the most accomplished elegant\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003egentlemen I have ever met with. I\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ecame home on horseback Wednesday morning\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ein time for school \u0026amp; when I came out of school\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003efound Cousin John here.  He says if it is good\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eweather next Friday he is coming up to take\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eme down to his house to stay until Sun-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eday where I will come home with the Dr.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003efrom church.  Thursday all the gentlemen\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003efrom Mr. H's spent the day here, and Fri-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eday Mr. B left this county, but he is a paroled\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eprisoner and if he is not exchanged soon\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewill come back.  Friday evening Mrs. H \u0026amp; my-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eself walked over to Mrs. Goodmans one of \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eour nearest neighbors \u0026amp; I paid my first\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003evisit there, and her son who went down\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ein the cars the day you did with Bell\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eStewart, walked home with me.  He is a plain\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ehonest, good, solider, but not over burdened\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e[sideways on page 1]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewith intellect.  He says he is coming over to see me this week\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eand going to bring his pistol for me to practice shooting with\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ebut I doubt whether he does. By the way have you ever been able\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eto get cartridges for your pistol, if you have I wish you would\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eget some for me, \u0026amp; if you haven't get John Tabb to look for some\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003efor you \u0026amp; me too, I have only two \u0026amp; I want some very much.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAnd now, I come to the very purpose for which my let-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eter is written which is to tell you that Dr. Hobson is going\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eto Richmond this week, probably on Tuesday, the same day\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ethis letter will go, but I shall send this by mail, as there\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewill be a chance of your getting it sooner, \u0026amp; I shall send\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou by him the handkerchief, collar, \u0026amp; [shirt sleeves?] for your\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003esilk dress \u0026amp; a little of my perfume but it did not turn\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eout well, it will I think do to put in hair oil but that is all.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\n[sideways across page 2]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nThe Dr. will stay at Mr. Stewart for about two days I reckon\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eso if you have gotten cartridges \u0026amp; have a chance I wish\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eyou would send me some by him.  Have you made your\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ealpaca dress yet \u0026amp; how did you make it particularly\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ethe sleeves. I have not picked mine yet nor considered\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ewhat to do with it, but Minna Booker is to be married the\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e4th of next month \u0026amp; I think I must make it by that\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003etime. I had a present sent me the other day of 3 yds\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eof unbleached cotton to make a chemise.  I have done\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003enothing lately except patch a few old clothes \u0026amp; knit\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eon my [opra?] stockings for next summer in fact\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eI have nothing to do.  Well I believe I have exhaust-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eed myself of my subjects too so I will stop, but\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003emind I expect two letters in answer to this. I am\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003every anxious to know what Mother will do, and\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003erather hope she will go to Albemarle, tho' I should\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003elike her to be near you, or I think we could go to\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003esee her there.  Write soon to your own loving\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSister Hattie\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nMonday.  Dr. H's is so unwell today he thinks he will not\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ebe able to go to Richmond this week and don't know when\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ehe will go so I shall not be able to send your things yet. I\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003egot an invitation yesterday to Minna's wedding next Thurs-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eday week.  I am much inclined to go, if the Dr. Don't for-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ebid which he seems to be inclined to do. Mrs. H is very anx-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\n[Sideways on page 3]\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nious that I should go.  If I go I shall want my new\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003edress \u0026amp; shall have to set to work immediately to make\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eit, so if you have a new dress pattern, send it to me by\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003email at once, I can get a pattern of the yoke come-\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eing [waist?], Mag Harris has it.  Yours truly,\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eH.L.P.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplains about difficulties in the teaching profession; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her situation at the Garrett's, teaching Lizzie and others; emphasizes the importance of letter writing now that they are apart; discusses Mr. Irving's? failing health; says Lizzie has diphtheria; describes social events; discusses Nina's problems with teaching Blanche; reports on friends who have been wounded or killed in the war; asks bout Cousin Mary Lee and Cousin Emily.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that her brother Rob has been wounded and may have to have his leg amputated; says her brother Jimmie is in Charleston where there is much yellow fever; says they work all day without rest; more family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives advice on how Nina should manage one of her pupils; reports on what she is doing; discusses clothes; mentions Minna's wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives reasons why she hasn't written of late; describes her brother's episode of being shot in the hand and its effects; comments on number of men that are off at war and says that those who remain are \"quaking\"; family news; expresses hope that God will get them through \"these difficulties.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her social activities; discusses balancing work and pleasure; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about her \"new home\" in Richmond and her \"new occupation\" with Mrs. Paleski; describes Minna's wedding; says the weather was so bad that no one could go home, so the reception lasted all night; reports what she has done socially; describes in detail a dress she just made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses joy that Nina and their mother can live close to each other; reports on her social activities; discusses plans for Christmas; mentions how well the Confederate Cavalry is doing; discusses friends that are soldiers, and which of them she has knitted gloves for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a preacher, Mr. McGill, who is visiting; describes social events; discusses clothes she is making; questions Junius Powell's decision to go to Bermuda instead of joining the army; mentions Harry Harrison Mrs. Huge's brother who came home after a prisoner at Fort Delaware. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses how her home was destroyed; details experiences with the Yankees; comments on incarceration of many Southerners in northern prisons and their suffering; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her trip to Charlottesville and the people she visited, including cousin Gert; mentions Sally's? death; says she must soon accept an offer for teaching from Mr. Frank Cabell; discusses depreciation of money; mentions a cousin Ann and a cousin Laura; reports that Tip Powell was taken prisoner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the bad weather and muddy roads, says she has not heard from Custis Lee, for whom she made gloves; discusses clothes and Christmas plans; tells Nina to \"change her dress\" whenever she desires, since she will always mourn inside; says she and Rebecca will change theirs in the spring; discusses the problems Winchester is having with the Yankees; mentions Minna's wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a prospective teaching job for her and his plan for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; begs her to spend Christmas with them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses happiness that her mother and father will finally be able to live together again; comments on Nina Powell's loss of hair; refers to suffering Loudoun County, due to Yankees; family news; describes how a friend spends time trying to find hiding places for her possessions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a \"homespun\" dress that she has; family news; describes weather; tells her to go to a Christmas get-together where she can met many people, including Robert E. Lee, Custis Lee, and perhaps \"our beloved President\" Jefferson Davis; later mentions rumors that President Davis may be dead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions pastime crocheting a cap; comments on delay of mail; discusses ordering some supplies from her sister; refers to troop movement on \"the Danville road\"; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes social activities; urges Nina to spend Christmas in Richmond with Cousin Emily; discusses cotton and where to buy it. Including fragment of letter from \"cousin\" Laurence B. Taylor, to ?, , undated, stating that he hopes they will see much of each other in Albemarle County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the difficulties of sending mail; inquires about their mother's health; news of friends and the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for the gauntlets, testament, and book of psalms that she sent him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells what she did during Christmas holidays; discusses her job as a teacher as well as who and what subjects she teaches; family and town news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on Robert E. Lee's thoughts that the South is in danger; discusses her knitting and whom she has made gloves for; states how she doesn't understand men; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the possibility of Nina being engaged to Willie Dupuy; says she would like to know him better before she can consent; would like for her to make the final decision herself; says their engagement would last indefinitely because they are both poor and Willie was \"disabled\" from the war; asks her to consider these issues.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Responds to her requesting permission to be engaged to Mr. William Dupuy?; gives feelings about entire situation; refers to evacuation of Richmond, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; asks her to send her stamps and black glazed cotton and to look for strawsplitters; describes episode of being thrown from horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses how busy she is making gloves; mentions Nina's engagement/involvement with a \"brave, Christian soldier.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses possibility of Nina moving to Norwood if Richmond is given up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003efamily news; discusses the bond between two who love each other.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses happiness about Nina's now official engagement to Mr. William Dupuy; other family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHattie Powell, Blenheim, Albemarle County, Va., to \"sister\" Rebecca Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives advice on how to express feelings of love to her fiance, in her correspondence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her advice about her situation with Mr. Dupuy; tells her to make up her own mind and to be sure of his character and their love; advises that if she is certain that she wants to be engaged to him, then not to hold back her feelings and to show her trust; gives more advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family news; expresses her approval of William Dupuy as Nina's fiance. 4 pages. letter signed. Includes copy of letter, 1865 February 10 from William Dupuy to \"Sir\" Charles L. Powell, Sr., , discussing his and Nina's relationship and betrothal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives advise on Nina's relationship with a young man Willie Dupuy; says that if they ever get married they would always be poor; discusses what he will want in a wife; discusses Nina's fear that her ways are not elegant enough for him because he was brought up in higher society; reveals her philosophy on how to act in society, how to view oneself, and how to act towards men to keep them interested.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on attempts to regain some of their family possessions; discusses the break-up of Nina Powell's engagement; mentions Hattie Powell's arrival in Goochland, Va., family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Nina's problem with an employer, Mrs. Powell, and suggests other families she could work for; says she can spend $ 350 on material for summer clothing; discusses the plight of the South; reveals her feelings about Nina's engagement; describes a visit to Norwood where her parents are working for Mr. Cabell; reports that cousin Lizzie Powell, fourth daughter of Uncle Llew, is to be married; news of family and friends; mentions teaching.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses materials for sewing dresses; expresses her anger at how Mrs. Powell (an employer) treated Nina; discusses her neighbors where she is teaching, saying none are suitable for Nina to live with and teach for; gives news of friends and family; says they have a soldier staying there; mentions teaching. Including newspaper clipping advertising for teachers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for presents she sent him; expresses hope of seeing her again soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots of family news; discusses Union troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays Mr. Philip Cabell is stopping by \"Bremo\" on his way to Richmond, so she is taking this opportunity to send a letter; discusses opportunities for her to work with other families and how she should set this up; wishes she could come to see them but says it is impossible because the canal is \"broken up,\" the roads are bad, and the 'Yankees' destroyed the carriage; hopes that she is comfortable at General Cocke's; hopes that he doesn't mind her being there since he is a wealthy man. Letter is continued on a small slip of paper - advises on the different uses of \"shall\" and \"will\" in writing letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses relief that she is safe after traveling through dangerous area; says that their parents had some trouble when traveling, and that they lost some clothes; discusses an offer to teach in Keysville, Charlotte County; reports battle action in the area; asks what she thinks about her giving her silver cup to \"the government;\" mentions the death of their aunt Ann's baby, Fannie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions sending carpet bags to her parents filled with necessary items she could spare; comments on 'Yankees' being on southside of the James River, Va. and dreading a raid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend the key to her bonnet box; mentions a cousin Kate Noland and an Aunt Bettie Conrad; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses surrender of Confederates in detail; expresses religious beliefs about result of the Civil War; describes battle in Richmond, Va..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on prohibition from traveling North; mentions recognition by France and the French position; gives religious opinions; describes some of the remnants left by 'Yankees.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports news of post-war events since Hattie receives no news in the country; expresses the sentiments and anxieties of those in an occupied city, discusses Robert E. Lee and his sons; reports rumors about Booth, Jefferson Davis, and the surrender of the army of Joseph E. Johnston to William T. Sherman; discusses the sacrifices of the last four years and where it has led.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the people with whom she is staying; expresses joy that she feels comfortable in Richmond; says she hears rumors about whether Richmond will be given up or not; tells her to come to them if there is any danger; news about friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a battle at Fort Jackson that she was able to witness from her cousin's house; says Hunter ? is the medical doctor of Ewell's Corps; mentions lack of provisions; says she had to work very hard last winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to \"free negroes\" and the fall of Richmond; tells stories of robbers in various neighborhoods; discusses difficulty to have faith in God where there is so much suffering; also refers to bands of \"negro robbers\" and describes their actions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots of family news; expresses sorrow and grief about living through these times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLots of family news; comments on problems with servants; refers to death of Lincoln and memorial service for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Mr. Cabell bought a horse from a Mississippi soldier; reports that a Yankee soldier came to the house asking for brandy; says that she and Fan ? are closing school for the summer; says she will soon come to Norwood to visit them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses health, says she has rheumatism; says they will stay in Richmond until July; tells their options of where to go; considers the cost of the Civil War; discusses the condition of President Davis, prisoner at Fort Monroe; says the \"Yankee officers\" are being kinder to Richmonders; says Pierrepont has just arrived in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports she is staying with relatives but that it is so crowded, she will leave soon; says the house has been burned down, so they are living in log cabins; tells that she will soon go to Canada to visit her brother Horace; discusses where Nina could set up a school in that neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of her religious belief about the Civil War and how she prays daily; discusses subject of white vs. black labor; family news; comments on cruel treatment of \"our\" President Jefferson Davis; refers to a Dr. Hoge who denies trying to begin a colony in Brazil.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses difficulty in accepting downfall of Confederacy; family news; discusses Nina's engagement to Willie Dupuy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem entitled \"The Bachelor's Consolation\" written by \"Goodman A. Bachelor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news; comments on Nina's engagement; discusses situation with Black persons; comments on elections and how soldiers were put into many of the civil offices; plans for jousting tournament.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the family's moving to a new house and how they all can be reunited once again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses where they may move; says the 'Yankees' have possession of her home in Arlington; says the situation in Richmond is better since Pierrepont Pierpont arrived; gives news about family; mentions Robert E. Lee (1843-1914) and William Henry Fitzhugh Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Nannie's ? wedding; says their father will need her Nina home for the opening of school; tells how she has been spending her time; discusses the school; reports that Mary ? is there; expresses fear for her Aunt Mary because of the threats of a Black uprisings in southern Virginia; asks if everything is going well between Nannie and Willie Booker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the continuing uncertainties of where their family will live; says she will return to work at Mr. Cabell's because she cannot depend on family plans; describes her visit to Greenwood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a horse riding jousting tournament and social event that followed; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports travel plans; lists social events; news of friends; says she will begin at Mr. Cabell's in two weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that she just realized that it is her 56th birthday; discusses some issues on etiquette; says that she is glad that she is pleased with her new house; has heard that the 'Yankees' are advancing on Charlottesville; says Gloucester is having problems with the Yankees, so she will not return there; expresses disappointment that Mr. Powell did not secure a certain job that would have allowed them all to live together; says that the Redds and the Bookers have been very kind to her and do not want her to leave; writes that the Dupuy's son Willie? has bullet wounds in both thighs and in the foot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a boat trip she took with Sallie ? to Norwood; gives news of Mr. William Cabell; discusses literature; news of friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays Hunter has a small (medical) practice; gives news about what her other brothers? are doing; says Willie is doing well despite the time he spent in prison; tells how he was marched by their home last winter by the 'Yankees' and taken to prison; tells how their house was used as a hospital, her family was put under arrest, and they were forced to live with the 'Yankees' for six months; expresses her hatred of the 'Yankees;' discusses how the last four years have changed her; tells how Gert ? was working in the hospitals and on the battle field, caught a disease and has been bedridden for the last thirteen months; says she was very weak last winter because of the hard work and anxiety; says she could no longer work in the hospitals because of how the sights of war affected her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Family news; comments on the meeting of Congress and its result on the restoration of southern property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about Presbyterian Conference she is attending; gives town and family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives history of a family, telling which troop each son is in; comments on the scarcity of paper, which is why she is writing on the back of a letter written to her by her mother. Letter Including on back: Selina Powell, Charlotte Court House, Virginia, to \"daughter\" Hattie Powell. Asks her about her fever and if it is interfering with her teaching; says Mr. Powell visited her for a week; says she will stay in Charlotte all winter; mentions death of Carry Hobson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Sends her a pair of slippers which she made the best she could with the materials available; says she wanted to do something for her during \"these war times\"; says her father is not home yet; gives list of things Rebecca needs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the importance of having nice handwriting; describes Kate's ? studies; grieves over how many have lost their homes and hopes that her daughter could have a couple of years off from teaching; says those who must have employment are happiest; writes of family and friends; discusses her Uncle G's ? method of teaching. Including attached insert saying that Mr. H. ? declined her father's services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the scene when the 'Yankees' came into the home of Dr. Robert Baldwin; says Dr. Baldwin was kicked out of town because he refused to pay a servant; describes how the town has changed since the Union troops have taken over; mentions a man named Milroy who seems to be their leader; gives news of family members many of whom have been sick; describes a puppy he has gotten; describes a battle in which many 'Yankees' were taken as prisoners; says Milroy has escaped and has gone to Washington; says all of her furniture is not sold and that they cannot try to sell it while the 'Yankees' are here; discusses Dr. Daniel Conrad's practice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks what Jeanie ? will do all summer; says she has heard that all the carriage horses in Gloucester have been carried off; says she will go to Powhatan to join her husband who is working for Mr. Michaux; says the 'Yankees' are in Shepherdstown but that the Confederates have Winchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of the last four years, the excitement and the trials; discusses \"the college\" that Robert is involving with; discusses the difficulty of finding good help; describes their house, saying it is handsome to \"confederate eyes;\" expresses sadness that her home is still used by Union troops; discusses Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on the postal problems and hopes she has been receiving her letters; gives news of the Bookers; writes of her anxiety over how she Nina is and discusses her travel plans to Prince Edward; discusses where the 'Yankees' are stationed; writes of the family's plans for the summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends her cotton for stockings; comments on postal problems; discusses the safety of Richmond; discusses sewing and fashions; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the dilemma of Southerns taking the \"oath\" with the Northerners so that they can protect their property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that Captain Watkins and Willie Dupuy have been wounded; says she does not know which battle they were in; news of friends; says she has heard from Mr. Powell recently; discusses dresses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that she sent socks to Willie ? who is in the army; mentions the death of James Mcoughty?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes how to make Mrs. Sharpe's ? hat; describes Lute's hat; says she will get two or three hundred dollars in Northern money from an Uncle William.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e34 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses teaching; describes trip to Charlottesville and adventurous train ride; mentions Sandy Pendleton's ? wedding; discusses Trip's ? health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Rebecca a picture of Robert E. Lee, taken during the war (picture is dated 1866 January 20 ); writes of Lexington where they have just moved; gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her social activities; gives teaching position that Hattie is considering; reports that 'Yankees' are being strict in their town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses poor mail service; describes Alexandria as dull town with spirit of despondency, town may be forced into the District of Columbia; describes visit of Henry Hallowell ?; much family and town news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses crocheting, books they have read; family news and gossip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses family news; speaks of financial situation of buying a house in Baltimore; discusses problems of retrieving household items (portraits, furniture, etc.) and where to put them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses details of retrieving family possessions from the Office of Confiscation; includes list of objects missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her trip and her stay with Cousin Lee; tells of relatives and other people she has seen; will continue traveling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses daily life and schedule; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her trip to Dr. Wights' and tells of the people she met there; discusses dresses; asks about the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of the political happenings in Washington, D.C.: the disputes between President Johnson and the \"Radicals,\" Mr. Johnson's veto message, the South's need to have representation in Congress; tells his view of these happenings; discusses attempts to retrieve articles from the confiscation office; family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of difficulty she has dealing with current hardships, \"Yankee\" rule, and free Black persons; news about friends in the neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes dinner at New Market and the people she saw there; describes conditions of roads, outlawing carriage rides; much news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of people she has seen or heard from.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses family news and news of friends; talks of sewing projects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives an account of her \"Easter excursion,\" reporting what she did and whom she met; says Mrs. Atkins has no servants, so she will have to clean her own room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes events of neighborhood; tells news of friends; tells of religious happenings, Mr. Wharey's ? reform in the church, and her religious sentiments; writes of her gloomy feelings about the South, her distrust of the Yankees, and her rebellious feels toward them; congratulates Nina on having her own \"home.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of stay in Cumberland with her \"sister and brother\"; tells of problems in retrieving household items lost in war; Douglas' Forrest?her husband? law practice is improving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Nina to welcome her friend, Mr. Henry Theodore Wight, who brings the letter, and make his stay in Alexandria pleasant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTries to convince Nina to take a trip next summer; describes new bonnet styles; describes her friend Henry Theodore Wright who will be taking a trip to Alexandria; discusses clothes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her view on the family taking in boarders, saying children would be easier for their mother to handle; asks about the \"Council;\" reports on what she has done socially; discusses the dresses she has made; says that yesterday the people of Richmond decorated the Confederate soldiers' graves; says she wishes she had gone; says Mrs. Adkins did not go, but sent flowers to Richmond. Written on letter from J. Walker, Dover ?, to Hattie Powell, Rolling Views, undated. Sends her flowers and asks her to come to visit him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her visit to Richmond, people she visited, and how many commented on how well she looked compared to last winter; describes clothes she is making.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her to send ribbon for a dress she will wear to a day-long affair at Norwood; news of friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses their plans to go to Prince Edward County; discusses what clothes she has and what she may need; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains why she cannot attend the gathering at Mr. Redd's that night; says she must listen to her head and not her heart so that she may get well; says she is tired of feeling ill and weak.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvites Nina and Hattie Powell to come stay with them; says she feels better and is very excited to see them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses her joy that she arrived home safely, and her regret that her mother Selina Powell has taken ill; describes a jousting tournament among young boys or \"knights,\" in which the girls were honored as Queens and Maids of Honor; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her condolences for her uncle's death and her mother's illness; tells her of Nancy's Lettie's sister engagement and tells Nina not to leave her to marry a man; much news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Nina for her letter congratulating her and Willie Booker on their engagement; news about her fiance; tells her adventures of keeping the house while her mother was gone; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that her father is looking for board for her Selina and until then she will stay in Charlotte; recommends that Nina not write to a man unless she is engaged to him or unless he is an old family friend; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses how far they are apart but thinks it is best that she (her mother) stay at Uncle Fred's; says she will stay at school for Christmas; writes of family and friends; tells that her health is very good and that she weights 106 pounds; discusses her school duties and her sewing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the parties she has had at her home recently; speaks of the engagement between Willie Booker and Nancy her sister, and Lou Edmunds and Captain Hill; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells how she and her friends have been together for three weeks now, staying at different homes; wishes Nina could be there; news of courting, engagements and weddings; tells Nina that she will not become an old maid; much news about family and friends; discusses reading societies and books read.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of courtings, engagements and weddings; tells of Christmas plans; discusses the struggle in the Christian life to be pure.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes Christmas holidays; discusses the Christian struggle for purity; says she is having more headaches; discusses poor financial situation with no patrons paying for her teachings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the changes taking place: their Uncle Joe has died and she, Lavalette and her mother have moved to Falkland to take care of his children; she and Lavalette will teach the children; Lavalette is feeling worse; her brother and sister May will take care of Linden; news of engagements, weddings, family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her new home and her new schedule; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells about her fiance Willie Booker's work in Medical School; describes reactions to the Territorial Bill and to General Scofields; wonders if Lavalette will keep her promise to become an old maid; says the weather is so bad that they will not be able to go to Church for a month because of the roads; says she is trying to guess when weddings will be by who is making their wedding clothes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her teaching job with her sister Nancy; describes her students; tells how spirits have been low since the passage of the Territorial Bill, says their district is commanded by General Schofield; describes the \"demoralizing\" incident of one of the county men running off with a 'Negro' girl and marrying her; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends this letter through a friend and asks Rebecca to mail a package to Washington, D.C. for her; may have some frames sent to her, which could then be sent to them by steamboat to Richmond and canal boat to Lexington; says Mildred is in Richmond; Rob and Fitzhugh may go to Jennie's? wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the commencement exercises that she and Lavalette attended at Hampden Sydney; describes the fashions she saw there; says the scrub worm is seriously damaging the tobacco crop; describes their summer bonnets bought in Richmond. 4 pages. letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that Nancy her sister has been ill; says that she, Nancy and their mother will take a trip North for their health; says she dreads to be among the 'Yankees;' tells that Lou Booker has typhoid fever and so her wedding must be postponed; discusses the advantages and disadvantages of being an old maid and whether they will be one.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news of gentlemen who are courting her; says that John Smith has been visiting her every other night; tells Nina that it is becoming serious and that she better come home soon or she will be gone; gives advice on the gentlemen that Nina is seeing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes their stay in Danville; tells that her engagement with Willie Booker has been terminated; discusses their plans of where to live next year; news of family and friends; discusses fair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hattie for her announcement of her \"change of condition\" marriage or engagement?; gives her best wishes for her health and happiness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses which furniture and portraits she would like to have sent to her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses details of sending furniture from Alexandria to Lexington and of having portraits framed and sent. Includes notes to Selina and Nina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her transactions to acquire more furnishings for their home; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about her interactions with Mr. D?; says Nina's happiness is the only bright spot in their lives; says she hasn't been to church much; says she has seen a lot of Willie S.?; regrets that she can't say everything she would like to, because the letter must go through so many hands; writes of the broken Southern spirit; asks if there are any \"situations\" near them that she could take; says that she cannot write much because it works her \"into such a state\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of their new life at Linden, helping to take care of \"Sis\" May's children; comments on Nina's sister Hattie's marriage; discusses religion; describes a trip to Richmond; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that she or Rebecca go with her to visit friends in Prince Edward County; tells her that since Mrs. Booker'shouse was used as headquarters for them during the war, they must make a pleasure visit to her since the war is over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Nina for sending her the objects repossessed from the war; comments on their sentimental value; gives news about Baltimore's social events and her husband Douglas' work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells what family has done since she left for her trip; says everyone is feeling remarkably well on account of the warm weather; tells her to enjoy her visit with Lizza and Aggie ?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells what each person in household is doing that evening: Mamma, Papa, Lute?, Lewis?, Fan?; says she visited Hattie who is feeling well \"under the circumstances;\" news about neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the health of each family member; says Mr. Powell had dyspepsia for which she gives him a raw onion; says Hattie is the same and cannot leave her room; gives news of friends; discusses a fire at Lee's ? house; hopes she is enjoying her visit with Lizzie and Aggie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news about family and neighborhood; says that Cousin Lee's house burned; writes that Bob Robert Powell is now a doctor; news about her school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses news of neighborhood and people who have come to visit her; tells Nina to enjoy her stay with Lizzie and Agnes ?; says she is still flat on her back but hopes to be better in a few weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that he could not make the picnic that Nina planned; says that he had to pick up Josie ? that day, who traveled flat on her back; says that he saw \"Cousin Rebecca\" in town.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells how she had been preserving many foods last summer because of the possible food shortage during the coming winter; describes her stay with \"Sis\" May in Farmville; describes the situation of the churches and Sunday school in her area; news about family and friends; one of Nina's students, Emma Henry, is getting married.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes to Nina for not calling on her while she was in Baltimore; expresses her job in their friendship.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of their sorrow at the death of Hugh Holmes McGuire (brother of cousin); whose wife just had a child; asks Rebecca to come visit, since the war is over; gives news about who owns the Powell's old home; tells what each of her relatives are doing; gives news about friends; discusses the death of her aunt who never recovered after the 'Yankees' burnt her house down; mentions how many soldiers cannot find employment. Hugh Holmes McGuire MW battle of High Bridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Maggie's wedding her niece; says she has been alone in the evenings since Nina left her; describes her friends who have called during the day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for not writing; describes her schedule to taking care of a family of ten people; gives news about her gentlemen friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtends sympathies to Nina and her family in the death of her sister, Hattie Powell Smoot, who died in childbirth; offers comfort through religion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers her sympathy for the death of her daughter Hattie; discusses Hattie's character; mentions how Hattie has been looking forward to the time of childbirth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives her sympathy for the death of Selina's daughter Hattie; speaks of her husband Robert, saying she thinks he may never be entirely well again; gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of her mourning for her cousin Hattie; offers sympathies; gives news of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer her sympathies for Hattie's death; describes her stay in her Uncle Phil's home in the mountains; says she will return home to Alexandria in the Fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the mountain inn and how they spend their time; says the mountain air is helping their mother's health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses her joy that Nina is engaged; discusses Nina's mother's health; says she is confined to bed and in much pain; says the treatment causes much suffering and that she is anxious to leave for home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she is glad Nina gets a chance to enjoy herself, and visit with her cousin Lizzie, without worrying about daily duties; says her Aunt Lute is taking good care of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a report on everyone's health; says she is feeling better; gives news of friends and family; hopes that she is enjoying her stay with \"cousin\" Lizzie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses grief and religion; teases Nina about her engagement to Sewell Hepburn; tells her to enjoy her stay and to get well soon; news about Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of friends and family; describes the trouble of giving a party for a couple to be married, and wonders why people have marriages in such poor times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleads with her to visit them for Christmas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that they have been trying both the \"Alleghany Springs\" and the \"Yellow Sulfur\" springs; says the water has helped her health; describes the social life at the springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires about her friends in Alexandria; asks if Mrs. Cassius Lee has information on household goods stolen from her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of her and Nancy's stay in Danville; discusses Nina's wedding; says her brother Abner will be in the Legislature until it adjourns; news about family and friends. Envelope included with list of bridal attendants on the back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her daily schedule; describes a sewing machine that she bought; discusses Nina's wedding; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses her job in hearing Nina is engaged; reports that she has heard Mr. Hepburn described as \"intellectual\" and \"pious\"; says Captain. Grady sends his love; sends her a gift.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that she cannot come to Nina's wedding; hopes that Nina will be happy living in the parsonage; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes that she cannot be there for the wedding; sends her money to buy a wedding present; tells that she had to refuse a gentleman who revealed his feelings for her; wishes her happiness in her new life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote accompanying a wedding present, wishing Nina happiness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a report on her health, saying she is much stronger; tells what remedies she is taking; says they have given most of her wedding cake away; says that everyone thinks her wedding was beautiful; gives her philosophy on marriage and its importance; tells her how lucky she is to have found such a \"good man.\" Including letter from Rebecca C. Powell to Nina giving a report on their mother's health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes how she spent her Easter vacation; describes the events that took place after Nina's wedding; describes a visit to Georgetown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports she is feeling better but that Rebecca has neuralgia from a bad tooth; tells Nina that she should call her husband \"Mr. Hepburn\"; says it is Nellie's wedding day; advises her to obey her husband now that she is no longer there to control her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news about home and tells Nina that they miss her greatly; says the relationship between herself and John ? is growing stronger; hopes that she is enjoying her stay in the country with her husband.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses their mother's health, noting improvements; expresses eagerness to visit her in her own home; asks about Sewell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her arrangements to come see them; says she is feeling better but she is still weak; tells her to ask for what she needs just like when she lived at home; gives news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites to tell her that her health has improved since she left home; gives a report on her health and what she has done there at a resort?; says her father will be home soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes description of S. Powell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks him for the letter of sympathy concerning his wife, Selina Powell; gives a detailed description of her death and a tribute to her life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers her sympathy in the loss of her mother; says that her mother Selina Powell was one of her earliest friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEntreats them to warn his wife Lizzie against a woman named Mrs. Hubard who he is convinced is seeking their ruin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of friends' illnesses and other afflictions; discusses preachers; says she will wait to buy cotton until the price goes down. Including letter (written on top of) of 1864 January 8 from ? Danville, Va., to \"sister.\" Says she would like to visit her and also to see her whole family, but that she cannot leave because of her duties; says she can only leave on \"official business.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes their summer in the North; describes the Grand Jubilee held in Boston; describes Newport, Maine and the historical sites there; discusses Nina's life in the parsonage; gives news about family and friends back home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she is very happy to return from the North, though she was treated kindly there and it did improve her health; says many people at home are ill with an influenza that follows the Horse Disease; much news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Nina how her little boy is; reveals that she thought she would be getting married this fall, but that the gentleman, Dr. Cole, has been suffering from an illness; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses hope that she will visit them in Maryland soon, and bring her child; comments on Nina's settling in Waterford, Loudon County; news of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the baby Sewell's features; tells how the family is adjusting to new baby.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses tuition for Mildred.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports news of her school; discusses the bonds that their father sold, and his financial situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that they are taking of Uncle Leven, including paying for his board with Sallie Withers, and giving him clothes; expresses disappointment that other relatives are not helping him; says Uncle Lev had a drinking problem at one time and his wife will not see him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells Nina their plans to visit her; says they will travel through Baltimore and then by boat across the Chesapeake Bay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends a check for Mildred's tuition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes that Mr. Hepburn has recovered from his fall and hopes he will stick to taming men's spirits rather than taming men's horses; much news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news about family and friends; says that they will visit her in a few weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Nina a fur cape and muff; congratulates Nina on her pregnancy and hopes she feels well; sends a present for the coming baby; asks Nina for her preferred style of dress so that she can make her some.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of the death of her father-in-law and the effects it has had on the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of birth of another boy and that Nina is doing fine; says they have not named him because he wanted a girl; tells story of how his errand boy spilled into the well some fish he was cleaning and how he Sewell had to go down and fish them out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives advice on how to take care of oneself after childbirth; thinks that she should have more than one servant; says that she is having some dresses made for her; news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Gives news of friends in Alexandria; mentions centennial celebrations; says her school is doing well, with 21 scholars; mentions that Robert Powell has a new daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives news about Powell and Lee cousins in Philadelphia; says that a few neighbors have scarlet fever; discusses politics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his stay at Selma in Leesburg where he visited relatives; tells of weddings in Leesburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she is glad the children are recovering from their illness; says Nina must take tonic and Lager Beer herself to say well; recommends ways to rid the house of the illness; describes a visit to Baltimore to see an art exhibit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes he had a mountain house where his grandchildren could go, especially to recuperate; discusses controversy between two churches, St. Stephens and Grace Church, in the neighborhood where he is; says they both want Mr. Jackson from Charleston, South Carolina, to be their minister.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a long description of her boarders and her school; gives news about neighborhood, friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTeases him about his \"destitute condition,\" having to take care of himself while Nina is in Baltimore; scolds him for not taking good care of himself and says she does not want Nina to become a widow; tells of a surprise visit by Mrs. Beck of his parish to visit one of her students, Hallie; discusses past election and Hancock's defeat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs happy that she is enjoying her travels in the North so much; thanks her for her detailed descriptions which allow him to see the places through his \"mental vision\"; discusses his routes home; says he will be home soon with two boys grandsons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her travels in the North; tells of his grandsons' (Charles and Sewell) visit to Alexandria; discusses news at home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the town of Bethlehem; says her Uncle William is visiting him; discusses his health; tells news of neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that her \"Scotts Nephew\" has arrived and has settled in a room; says he may go to Orange County, Va.? soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a visit by her cousins Kate Powell and Carrie; gives a long and detailed description of Carrie, her immediate family and her experiences.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Ellen's tuition; says they are pleased with her education; says that their move to Richmond means that they will have to find another teacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his journey to Nina's; describes an encounter between Bishop Randolph and Meta Stuart on the train concerning Amelie Rives; gives a description of each of his grandchildren.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes that she and Mrs. Wailes are steadily improving their health while at the springs; tells her of the death of Mrs. Braxton and the prospects of Ingleside; gives news of grandchildren and neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses joy that her health is improving; tells of the death of General Wickham and how it affected the area; gives news of family and neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the school; says he may join the Blackford Society; tells about a grammar exam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the taking of an arithmetic exam which exempted him from taking any more; says he got some demerits; tells about football and how he is playing well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells about his schedule and about his exams; says he had tea with Mr. Hooffs; discusses demerits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays he cannot teach this week because his nose is going to be operated on; says his mother and Sewell will occupy the children until then; says Sewell will go back to school soon; discusses the structure of his classes and asks her advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the nature of geometry and gives advice on how to learn it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays he has been ill; discusses activities at school and grades.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for the invitation to come visit while they are in Yorktown; says his two boys will come by sailing a canoe to Yorktown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays they are all home for a week holiday; describes how they all got home; says Richard Cook came home with Selina; describes a real old timey Virginia country dance; says Selina likes Alexandria and the new home; describes what each person in the family has been doing; gives a description of the College of William and Mary; says he has overloaded himself with schoolwork this year; tells how the Alumni are reorganizing the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity; gives a description of the fraternity; mentions the burning of St. Paul's Church in Hanover; thanks her for the presents she sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses examination schedule and work load; questions validity of mid-term examinations; praises the College for its level of academia; praises Dr. Hall, a professor of English; says that main event at the College now is the contest between societies for the society medals; says he is in the Phoenix society and may debate for it; says he took a trip to New Kent to see his \"girl\" and to visit friends; discusses the Daughters of the Revolution and the Organization of the Descendants of the Cincinnati; says he saw Cousin Laura and her husband Mr. Roberts, a preacher, who are in Williamsburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the new house which he is anxious to get home to see; says he and Charles will not finish exams until the end of June; discusses the social events of the \"final week\"; discusses his exams; discusses Selina's academic progress; says one must experience College life to understand the strength of its temptations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays he has spent much time with Nanna Powell McCormick, a cousin; describes her and what they have done together; says he is in love with her; discusses love and cupid; describes a card club he belongs to, and a German club.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes that she doesn't feel isolated from his immediate family; says that their \"great mutual loss\" has brought them all closer together; asks about her plans for the future; says he went to York to see Charles; discusses his housing at College; talks of recent fires in Richmond and Baltimore; speaks of his cousins and some girls that he has met.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses their family's genealogy; mentions Nicholas Lloyd, John Lloyd, and Sarah Lloyd.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the Presbyterian drive in Alexandria to save the old church; discusses church events; expresses joy to hear of Nina's marriage; mentions the fact that her Selina's father is over eighty years old.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes a house nearby; writes about her relatives that are staying there; asks her to come visit. 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Asks Nina to write Lizzie about the house, if it can be rented, and who they should talk to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes her a Merry Christmas; tells what family members are making for presents; asks about her trip to Alexandria and the people she has seen; discusses the propriety of accepting a book for a gentleman; tells her to be happy and not to think too much.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses offers she has had for teaching, saying she will take the offer closest to where Mr. Powell teaches; advises her to get her teeth fixed; discusses styles; gives advice on how to motivate one of her students; says he will not go to Gloucester because of the recent \"outrages\" there; says she has a \"horror of drunken negroes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises her to come home after her visit with Lizzie Watkins; gives a report on the health of family and friends; says almost \"all black and white\" went to the \"procession\" in Washington the day before; says her cousin Jinny Taylor's family is ill; sends her money. 4 pages. letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses her poor health, saying she has been diagnosed as having a diseased heart; says she is staying with her sister Aggie who just got married; news of family. 4 pages. letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Nina's visit with her friends and her trip to the \"Bear's Den\"; writes of the many parties there have been since Nina left; says she has not seen Nina's sisters since they got back from Capon; discusses their friendship.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays her father still has not come home; describes a trip Nina and Rebecca made and the people they visited; writes of young men and friends who have come to visit Nina; news of friends and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses dresses; writes of a \"Mr. C.,\" assuring her mother that they are not romantically involved; says Mr. and Mrs. Stringfellow left them to the care of the housekeeper; gives news about friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that Uncle J. Powell does not think Lexington is a good place to open a school and Lynchburg would be better; discusses prices for boarding; says that her Father may have to look for a tutoring job for a family and then she will have to find work as close to him as possible; discusses sewing she has done; gives news about family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the remedies \"Mother\" has tried for her sore throat; describes Mrs. Wildman's receipt for asparagus; says \"Ma\" is experimenting on her throat and then will tell Minna how to treat hers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes her daily schedule, including teaching for \"the girls;\" says the \"Captain\" and the girls included her in a visit to Mrs. Cooke's; describes the people she met there and the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays he spent Christmas at Uncle Frank's and Aunt Jane's; reports on what he has been doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses whether Emily ? will move to Fairlee as a servant?; asks if she will take someone from the \"Home for Fallen Women,\" if Emily declines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays she went shopping for her and is sending her some articles; discusses fashions; says her Aunt Ann is still unwell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells her to take of herself while she is sick; discusses whether she should come home; tells of people there that are sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses Mary's furniture and which of it she can use; discusses Frank ?'s health; says Mrs. Hammond has died after being very ill; discusses health of friends and family; gives news of what her family is doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of safe arrival of Maud's baby daughter and her appearance; sends greetings to Becca, Nina, and herself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives advice on letter writing and spelling. 1 page. letter. Incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Advises her not to work too hard; discusses board prices in Albemarle, where Mr. Powell is teaching; discusses hair styles; encloses a sample of material of Rebecca's berage ?; writes of the crowded conditions in Mrs. Sharpe's ? home; mentions reading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends this note with a letter she is forwarding; hopes she is enjoying her visit; says she is feeling better.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses dresses and asks what else she will need for the summer; sends her a poem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Consoles her in her time of \"troubles\"; says she has heard from their mother that she \"bears them bravely\"; urges her to take an interest in life and to try to be happy again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a dress that Minnie is making; discusses other dresses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a walk he took from North Hampton to East Hampton; discusses Thanksgiving vacation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks her to send socks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells about her dolls; mentions some Powell relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for the donation for the restoration of a church on Fairfax St., near Selina's Aunt Rebecca's home; mentions a celebration for the laying of the corner stone of the District; describes a light hose that the government gave the Mount Vernon Chapter D.A.R.; mentions more historic work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses religious matters; lists social events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes duties and responsibilities of husband and wife; describes the state of marriage; pronounces the couple as husband and wife; states Benediction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Signed as written by Laura ?; added note in different handwriting states \"written by Minna when eight years of age.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents 4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his appointment as Commander of the Continental Army, and his reluctance to accept the position due to hopes of a more peaceful solution and reluctance in leaving his family; gives information as to other Congressional decisions, such as the striking of 2 million dollars in Continental currency to pay troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents In answer to a previous letter, he feels that the only principle that will affect them the British? is fear, and that treating them cavalierly will make them despair of their undertaking. Statement on verso: Copy is in handwriting of Rebecca C. Powell of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wishes to spend remainder of his life in \"rural amusements;\" prediction of what a great city Washington, D.C. will become, \"though not as large as London,\" and description of how Alexandria, Virginia has grown; feels that if the United States can steer clear of European politics, it could become \"one of the greatest and happiest nations in the world.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses how he saved the papers of the Revolutionary Government by taking them to Leesburg, Virginia before the British burned the District of Columbia in the War of 1812. 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Prominent correspondents include Johns Hopkins, Eleanor Agnes Lee, Fitzhugh Lee, George Washington Custis Lee, Mary Anna Randolph (Custis) Lee, Hunter Holmes McGuire and James Monroe.","Letters concern Robert Young Conrad, Hunter Holmes McGuire, civilian affairs during the Civil War, the Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid, freedmen, Reconstruction, and the education of women. Many letters are written by women.","In addition, there are a number of letters from and concerning members of the Dupuy family of Prince Edward County, Winchester, Virginia including Robert Young Conrad (president of the Virginia Secession Convention) and his son Holmes Conrad (U. S. Congressman)."," \nIncluded with the finding aid is \"The Powell and Lloyd Families of Alexandria, Virginia\" by Frank Snowden Hopkins (1988)."," \nSee also  Southern Women and their Families in the 19 th  Century Papers and Diaries Series C Reel # 04,05,06,07 in Swem Library's microforms area, call number HQ1438 .V5 S68","Including a statement, 1786 April 8 by J. Nicholson that the witnesses Joshua Lamb and John Lamb (both Quakers) and Joseph Greenwood affirmed and swore that this was the last will and testament of Thomas Hepborn.","Reports on the status of the ship The Rising Sun; says she will dispose of her cargo as soon as possible; says the ship was detained by the British (War of 1812), but given up.","Signed by William Hodgson and Thomas Van Le, Jr.","Her daughter ? Nancy, had a healthy baby boy who is nursing well; Nancy is staying with her now, and her husband Mr. Wallach, spends almost every night there also; is concerned that Nancy will live a hard life because of her husband's financial situation; on the other hand, her daughter Catherine ? will be \"free from the trials attended on a state of poverty,\" being married to Cuthbert Powell, who owns a large farm in Loudoun County; much Simms family news; mentions Mrs. Trist's grandson, Nicholas Trist.","Signed by B. Cottinger.","Fatherly letter giving his opinion of a certain young lady and marriage, as well as general advice.","Discussion of his engagement to this daughter Selina, and the seriousness of the matter, especially in concerning finances; tells of his poor financial state as related to a dowry, or the lack thereof, for his daughter; gives his approval of the \"alliance,\" but hopes they will delay the marriage for some time.","Has given great consideration to his claim against the French government and has turned the case over to Stephen Pleasonton, who is the auditor for the Dept. of State and who is now handling all claims; since Mr. Pleasonton is a personal friend and he (James Monroe) is greatly interested in his Burr Powell case, he knows he will get an answer soon; will also be returning the agriculture pamphlet.","Sends extract of Mr. Pleasonton's reply concerning the claim against the French government and asks that he reply with the necessary information; will also do anything he can to help.","Further discussion of his claim against the French government and dealings with Stephen Pleasanton and Isaac Coxe Barnett.","More instructions about the claim being made against the French government.","Further discussion and explanation of the case involving Burr Powell and his claim against the French government.","Continued information concerning Powell's claim against the French government.","The new court system has kept him extremely busy; social life has slowed down; the fashion these days to relieve boredom is to ride horseback; expresses concern for his own colt in the country; inquires after Dr. Nelson and his medical career; also asks about a large, gay party at South River; recommends books for good reading including Schlegel's History of Literature.","Has received the results of his claim from Mr. Pleasonton and regrets the outcome, which he disagrees with; does not feel anyone is to blame.","Asks her to come visit over Christmas; describes the social events in Arlington; mentions her cousin George Calvert; says the big event is the fair for the benefit of orphans.","Describes a walk she took and the surrounding countryside, including the wildflowers and startling a herd of deer; had many visitors, including a very graceful lady who is said to have been \"addressed\" by Mr. Van Buren, a \"jolly goodnatured ... commodore and some of the ugliest officers,\" and Mrs. Porter and her scholars; tells of books she has read, including Tales of a Grandfather, The Sorcerer, and The Talisman; loving memories and looking forward to their next meeting.","Have just returned from a visit to her grandmother's and her cousin, Ann Marshall; they all are saddened by the death of Mr. Fitzhugh; describes the country from South to West River, where she had visited, and comments on meeting a lovely girl, Bella Carter; mentions the jealousy of another male suitor?, Seldon Page; mentions Mary Custis. 3 pages. letter signed.","Sends his best wishes for her new life with Charles L. Powell; will be able to attend the wedding as well as \"Brother Nelson\"; is uncommonly warm; is sending a bonnet for her and a small diamond breast-pin for Father by the steamboat Franklin, commanded by Admiral Nevitt; describes the long ribbons attached to the bonnet, which are for going once all the way around the bonnet before knotting them by the ear, not for tying a bow under the chin; also includes a diagram of how to tie them in the current fashion; admits to having been helped in choosing the bonnet by Miss Olivia Donaldson.","Discusses events in Washington D.C.; says she went to \"the President's\" on New Year's day; discusses Mr. Marshall's sermons; mentions books she is reading; asks Selina to come visit her.","Says her health is improving; encourages her to ask her for help when she needs it; discusses the articles she is sending her including a lemon tree, curtains, a mattress; discusses how these things will get to her; gives news about the children; Bec, Nanny, Frank, and Fred.","His mother-in-law has told him of the wonderful news of the birth of another daughter Hattie, and that both mother and baby are safe; will be up to visit in about a week; comments on balancing the sexes in the family, and that he has \"no notion of supplying my brother's and sister's children with wives\"...\"we shall hate to transport them his daughters to the wilds of the west\"; all is well at home, a new hen house is being built, but the garden is too wet to work; is lonely but is visiting neighbors; family news; religious sentiments expressed about her, their new daughter, and their family.","Gives account of his trip to Wheeling, including a sweet good-bye from daughter Rebecca; was not able to locate Robert Gray or ? Throckmorton at Harper's Ferry, but later met them at Point of Rocks; detailed description of a railroad and train cars; tells poignant story of a dog on the train searching for his master.","Has had many family visitors since his departure and family news; there is a measle outbreak at \"Llangollen,\" and all of the \"negroes\" have it; she had her teeth filed by Dr. Overfield?; a fire in Upperville destroyed Robert Armistead's new store and the adjoining saddle shop; they have had a beautiful snowfall, covering all of the blossom-filled trees, which melted quickly, doing no harm to the fruit; had a letter from brother John, who advises that he Charles L. Powell \"go directly to Texas\"; loving stories about their daughter's activities.","Had a bad thunderstorm the day she left; inquires about her trip and her relatives; details of children's activities; has let Becca sleep with him.","Their father will be taking a trip West this spring, accompanied by cousin William; family information; social life in Leesburg very quiet; misses her and her family.","Details of his trip from Alexandria; spent the night with relatives; warns her about catching a cold on a windy day; tells of conversations with their young son.","Private financial matters; tells of his busy schedule as a representative from Virginia to the U.S. legislature; gives his negative opinion concerning a bank? bill introduced by Henry Clay,which he feels the President would veto; Daniel Webster shares his opinion; life insurance inquiry.","Will not be home when expected because the House of Representatives is not going to adjourn until Monday; the Congress received their second veto from President Tyler regarding the Bank Bill; describes an assault made by Sen. Henry A. Wise upon Sen. Edward Stanlyin Congress.","Asking about her visit to Washington and the Chamber of National Institute; speaks of floods, bad weather, but comfortable where he is, because of Margaret's? kindness; describes lifestyle and \"humorous remarks of Charles Lamb,\" sexual relationship with her.","Wishing thumb to heal; speaks of cattle and other animals at \"Llangollen\" that he misses; asks about children; saw Ann? mentions Virginia Taylor's visit; will visit wife before harvest; reference to brother, Leven, and his wife, and Sarah?","Hustle and excitement of the House of Representatives; hoping to adjourn on Monday the twenty-second, but difficulties cause many night meetings; political discussion about Tariff question and Tuck bill.","Discusses her story at \"the Springs;\" tells about the politics the company there discussed; gives her own view of these issues; gives news about family and friends; hopes that Congress will soon adjourn so that he can come home.","Compares episode of thief robbing hen house to thieves in Washington trying to rob \"public treasures\"; wants to buy books for her; tells how he wishes to be with her and the rest of his family.","Writes of the bad weather and that they are able to get out very little; says Mr. Powell went to the Inauguration on horseback; tells what books the family members are reading; mentions the issue of white servants; discusses Rebecca's feelings of becoming a young lady; says that they could not get the house they wanted for next year; mentions Mr. Powell's feelings of frustration for not being able to better provide for them; gives more news about the Inauguration; news of family and friends.","Daughter, Harriet, left with Uncle William to spend holidays with them; daughter Minna had a birthday party, inviting Aunt Mary's children and Eskridges; family news; death of Maria Lee.","Discusses her religious feelings; discusses her traveling plans; describes her relationship with each of her relatives where she is staying; says she is staying with Fan and helping her with her wedding.","Discusses the housekeeping and how Rebecca is taking care of the house while she is away; discusses the health of family members; tells how they are altering last year's dresses; says \"Mother\" is quite weak and \"Father\" is very dependent on her; gives news of Brother Nelson and Jeanie (sister?); gives travel plans of family; says Mr. Powell has gotten six teeth put in and looks much younger.","Describes their arrival home with her brother Nelson; gives news of \"little Nan\"?; asks about Rebecca and Minna's trip; tells her to be happy and to follow God; says Charlie is doing well in school.","Family news; mentions Laura's? wedding.","Tells what she did during her visit to Locust Hill; tells what is going on in town; gives news of family and friends. Including news from letter from \"Mother\" Selina Powell to Rebecca Powell telling of her many activities.","Discusses Jesus and how one must search for and do things that please Him; asks that she watch her sister, Minna, closely so that she will not overexert herself; Ariana? had a baby boy; describes son Charlie's and daughter Nina's reactions to reading school and learning; family news.","Speaks of John's? carriage and velocipede that once was Minna Lloyd's, describing how she rode the vehicle; describes what a Holly tree is; (has genealogical information about Minna Powell, Lloyd Powell, and Charlie Powell in a different hand, which appears to have been added later.)","Gloucester Court House,Va. Speaks of her \"companion in Matilda Lee?; received visit from Nannie Guy and Maria Harrison; describes celebration in honour of General Taylor's election; describes Mrs. Janney's travels; town gossip and family news.","Family news; speaks of going to Locust Hill; inquires and tells about adventures of many townspeople; obliged to Mrs. Tabb for taking care of her and other daughter, Minna.","Speaks of Cousin Lucy's? party; describes Christmas scene around her house and gifts that the children received; describes Cousin Elizabeth Janney and compares to Cousin Harriet; family news.","Discusses who has come to visit her; describes Cousin Lee's wife, Maria, and their wedding; asks about her Christmas; describes the book marks she made for Christmas presents; asks how Minna is doing.","Speaks of snow and bad weather; notes that daughters, Rebecca and Minna, have been gone for almost three months; Fanny (Powell) Gordon is going to visit Fredericksburg; mentions a letter from Jeannie? who found General Jones, in Washington, quite \"agreeable and handsome\"; Cuthbert Powell is much better, and he speaks of going to Gloucester to join a Mr. Hale; Nina is afraid of everything; family news; mentions hiring of a slave, Margaret.","Rebecca's description of her Uncle Tabb's Dr. John Prosser Tabb house seems far in advance of Old-Virginian architectural styles; speaks of death of Mrs. Douglas Gordon.","Speaks of dancing as a family as a \"social amusement,\" but says that it does offend some \"in the religious world;\" says that one must respect the public opinion of the community where one lives; had severe weather; family news. 3 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from Hatty Powell, Leesburg, Va., to Minna Powell, Gloucester Court House, for letter and \"glove-knots\" and sending love to Aunt Rebeccaand Uncle John Prosser.","Her brother Charlie and sister Nina have sore throats, and her father has a bad cold; snowy weather; Hatty went with Aunt Ellen to Selma and Raspberry Plain; Mr. Armistead Rust is to be married before March 4; family news.","Scope and Contents Reports on the snow storms they have had; mentions the coming wedding of Armistead Rust and Lilly Lawrence; tells how he likes working at the store; describes one of their customers; describes the house they may rent next spring. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia Says she is glad to hear Minna's health is improving; gives news of family; says her brother Nelson soon sails for California to dig gold, and may not be back for five years; reports on how he expects to live; says that there are measles and mumps in town.","Maris's? father announced as candidate for re-election; General Rust's family going to New York to attend a wedding; father is renting Carper's house; bad weather and snow causing many colds and illnesses; Mrs. Eskridge's father died; father may go to the Inauguration; family news. 4 pages. letter signed.","Saw Representative John S. Pendleton at the House of Representativesin Washington, D.C.; Pendleton wants a senate appointment; he will not go to Leesburg because he does not want to \"meddle with party movements\"; mentions \"County Repeal of the dog law.\"","Scope and Contents Mother and Father are both sick; \"brother\" has gone to inauguration; describes how to make eggnog, and gives her opinion of it; describes riding horses to the cliff and tells of adventures. 1 page. letter signed. Including letter from Harriet Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"sister\" Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 February 27, incomplete letter concerning outbreak of the mumps and family and town news.","Father suffering from piles; mumps are still prevailing; do not have parties during Lent; family news.","Scope and Contents Speaks of gossip saying that Mr. Benedict is having an affair with Mrs. Henderson; describes procession in Washington, D.C. and the inauguration; family news. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Va., to Rebecca Powell, Gloucester, Virginia, 1849 March 26, concerning family news and the time of year.","Scope and Contents Expresses joy that Minna's health is till improving; says she is recovering from her cold; says Lloyd and Hattie have been ill as well; discusses the issue of Rebecca upsetting her aunt Rebecca by being late for a meal; says her aunt is easily vexed in \"her condition\"; gives news of friends and family; describes their new servant Robert. 4 pages. letter signed. Including letter signed from Charles S. Powell, to Rebecca Powell, , undated, concerning Uncle Prosser's desire to put Minna on \"short allowance,\" and Minna's consumption of beef.","Describes their move to another house which she says is comfortable but small; hopes that the Gloucester air is getting rid of her cold; says their father is busy with court dealings; says many in the area have mumps including Hattie; says that Hattie is getting a tooth plugged; says she does not want Lloyd to leave to live so far away; discusses mesmerism (hypnotism).","Speaks of her bad health; her husband is busy preparing for court; mentions a party at Exeter; Mrs. Fontleroy had a girl so Mrs. Knox is a grandmother; much more family news and information.","Scope and Contents Rebecca Powell will be coming home within a week or so; Fanny? is at Locust Hill with the mumps; family news; Uncle William Graypersuaded Father to go to Gum Springs, Va., until after the election; election day events seemed to be going against Father. Including note signed from Nina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"Sister Minna\" Powell, Gloucester Court House, Virginia, 1849 April 26, concerning family news.","Describes Minna's cough and how they are treating it; tells her what clothes Lloyd and Charlie should wear if it gets colder; says she has been doing little except taking care of Minna; discusses new dresses for the winter and corsets; gives news of friends and relatives; discusses travel plans, to come home for the winter.","Discusses dresses, materials and costs; discusses bonnets; gives news of family; thanks her and Hattie for taking care of the household duties while she is away.","Says Minna is now well and that they are anxious to come home; gives news of Jeanie (her sister?), and Rebecca; gives news of \"Mother\" and \"Father\"; discusses books.","Says Mr. Powell had his \"likeness taken\" at the Daguerreotype rooms; says Minna's health continues to improve but that she may have one tonsil taken out; discusses the remedies she is taking; says she feels stronger also; gives news of friends; gives news of Rebecca, Jeanie, and \"sister\" Ann; discusses walking shoes.","Gives advice on her health and over-exertion; describes the illumination that took place in the neighborhood; tells of visits she has made; tells stories about Minna's sister, Nina; gives news of family and friends; says Hattie has lost her \"excess of fat\" and is walking three times a day.","Tells what each family member is doing; discusses bonnets; discusses appearance versus reality as concerning materialism; discusses the opportunities for her in Alexandria; discusses the role of children in the family; gives news of friends and family; mentions that \"brother\" John may move and that if they move to Illinois, they will be closer to him.","Says they got there a few days ago and that Mr. Powell, Mr. Grey(?), and \"brother Llew\" have gone to the sale of slaves (\"the sale of the negroes\"); discusses her visit in Alexandria with her grandparents; Discusses the bad weather in Leesburg and the bad condition of the roads; says their family must economize rigidly; says Mr. Powell found the law business in Alexandria too small, so they will not be moving there; expresses her disappointment at the outcome; gives news of family.","Scope and Contents Reviews Christmas gifts received by everyone; describes a \"reading party\"; describes Christmas decorations of the Church; family news. Including note signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, 1849 December 29, concerning when daughter, Rebecca, is to return home.","Tells of the recent social events of the area; describes the format of a reading party; says her mother-in-law could not make it to their home because of the snow; asks her how her mother is doing; says there are still small pox in the area; discusses how many servants she has and what each does; says that Rebecca's Uncle George took Cuthbert to an asylum in Baltimore and hopes he will be happier there then when he was \"out.\"","Gives news of Rebecca's Uncle Richard and Aunt Elizabeth who live in Illinois; says she plans to get a description of the Illinois life from them; gives news of Ellen? who is unwell and is going to a doctor in New York; discusses how Rebecca can get home; describes family activities; says they have been able to do little because of the rain and mud; says she lies on her back all day sewing while her children read to her.","Scope and Contents Reading parties are the only way she can socialize; reports Maria Grady's death; reports about a big baptist meeting going on there headed by Mrs. Lucket; much town news. 4 pages. letter signed. Including letter signed from Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, January 26, 1850, concerning Rebecca Powell's trip home and Maria Grady's \"triumphant death.\"","Scope and Contents Speaks of terrible weather; boasts of learning to spin rolls of cotton on a spinning wheel; reports death of Rebecca Gray, Robert Gray's daughter; describes her daily routine; discusses Mary Grady. Including letter signed from \"devoted mother,\" Selina Powell, Leesburg, Virginia, to \"Bec,\" Rebecca Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, January 1850, concerning bad weather, family news, and attendance to the convention.","Says many in the family have been very sick for a couple of days and that she has had to nurse them; says Minna is now sick; and never had fully recovered from the chicken pox she had before; gives advice of how to be a good guest; advises her on her studies.","Says she has a toothache but must wait until May to get them pulled; describes a humorous reading party; says there was a case of small pox in the area and that many are being revaccinated. Including letter signed from \"mother\" Selina Powell to Rebecca Powell. Discusses her travel plans home; tells her to follow her grandparents' advice; gives news of family.","Expresses joy that her younger siblings are recovering from the measles so well; reports on health of \"Grandma\" and \"Grandpa\" Lloyd; gives news of Aunt Rebecca, Jeanie, and Minnie; Tells what she had done each day.","Inquires about many weddings in Leesburg and about who will need new dresses; speaks of ball thrown by Maria Washington; other city news.","Gives general description of Henry and discusses the family's move there; discusses the house they will build; advises what they should bring; reports on the emigrants in the area; discusses their travel plans in detail; asks Charlie to bring Newfoundland puppies; gives news of family there.","Describes presents sent to grandchildren; tells of Christmas scene in Alexandria; wants granddaughters to meet a polite gentleman that impressed her. Including poem, 1852, by R. C. Powell, beginning \"'Ours the cross.' Yes it is ours,\" giving a religious viewpoint.","Speaks of how she makes embroidery patterns and what colors are preferred; inquires about some of her friends; John Leven Powell says that Brooke? looks badly; aunt Fanny trying to match Brooks with Lucy Gordon; speaks of a Mr. Beverley breaking out around his face and \"bleeding profusely\".","Scope and Contents Mr. Gordon? will be a delegate to the democratic convention in Richmond, Virginia; much use of her eyes results in inflammation of her eyelids; \"Llangollen\" property is deteriorating; much town news and family news; mentions her dower right.","Speaks of helping Frank and Lucy ? with their new baby; describes female servants and her experiences with them; describes health of her daughters, Harriet, Rebecca, and Minna; reports of a few cases of \"cholera\"; reports of a good garden.","Gives a detailed report of Minna's health, expressing hope that her headaches are definitely getting better; tells about people who have visited the family; mentions a desegregated school in \"abolition ground\"; tells what her sisters have been doing since she left; discusses Rebecca's journey.","Mrs. Janney's baby died while she was ill; a Mr. Anderson, a Presbyterian Minister, says that his wife, Miss Harper, is a relative of Selina's (her father's Aunt); speaks of Fred's? wedding; tells of episode when she goes to visit a Mrs. Brown?; describes a visit they made to some neighbors; describes Mr. Lombard's house that is being built; reports on the food they are preparing and what is available to them; says the winter goods have still not come in; mentions sewing that her daughters are doing; news of family and friends.","Mentions Fanny's ? wedding; family news; possibility that Rebecca's Uncle Gordon ? might be elected to legislature; family does not wish Rebecca Powell to return home this winter.","Describes a visit they made to some new neighbors; describes Mr. Lombard's house that is being built; reports on the food they are preparing and what is available to them; says the winter goods have still not come in; mentions sewing that her daughters are doing; news of family and friends.","Describes their busy preparations for winter; describes their daily routine; says she is glad to have Lucy and Fred stay with them; describes their Sunday school; reports on Scholastics (a servant) who is now reading well; news of family and friends; discusses dresses and styles; asks about Rebecca's Uncle Nelson; mentions that Rebecca's Uncle Gordon was elected; asks about Fan's? wedding and hopes she and William will be happy.","Speaks of his daughter's trip, whom she should visit, and money matters; hopes to soon reap the financial benefits of his store; mentions Bishop Whitehouse's determination to give the college broad foundations; family news.","Family news; sleet and bad weather; religious discussion and viewpoints; Lucy and John? have a daughter now.","Scope and Contents Mr. Powell, Charles and Richard Lloyd are busy with new business as \"Land Agents\"; town of Henry, Illinois now has a newspaper and a steam mill; hopes to have a railroad passing through soon; there is not a decent Church and she wishes to see one built; Lloyd Powell, son of Selina, studies German because there are so many Germans in their town to do business with.","Scope and Contents Sarcastically teases her sister about differences between lifestyles of \"Far West\" and the East; Uncle Fred ? went to Springfield to see that railroad went from Peoria through Henry, Illinois; mentions problems with scarlet fever; family news.","Speaks of liquor laws and problems with drinking; describes lectures; such family and town news; mentions other religious lectures.","Expresses desire for daughter Rebecca to return home; Minna Powell still having problems with headaches; family news; Fred? went to Chicago to see stockholders of the Peoria and Rock Island Railroad; asks for Rebecca to send asparagus seed and large lima beans; mentions Thackery's lectures, and gives her opinion about his books and religious teachings.","Scope and Contents Family news; \"land business\" will provide many opportunities for travel; Rebecca planning to go to Leesburg soon. Including note from Charles L. Powell, Henry, Illinois, to \"darling,\" Rebecca Powell, , 1853 March 11, sending his daughter ten dollars and writing her as to how to handle her expenses and requesting her to bring home her Grandfather's papers.","States that even though he just left yesterday, she wanted to put a letter in the books to be sent to him; comments on their inability to see each other even though he is only seven miles away.","Mentions his job as a traveling salesman and how he hopes to soon be Uncle Richard's Lloyd administration; resolved in town meeting to build the Railroad Peoria and Chicago.","Scope and Contents Expresses her disappointment that she cannot see Rebecca before Rebecca returns to Henry, Illinois; describes the friendship between them; news of friends in Baltimore.","Tells of carriage accident involving Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dulaney, where their horses were scared by the Clifton Mill and threw Mrs. Dulaney; she and father attended Dr. Rutherford's lectures; emphasizes that ladies got to vote, as well as gentlemen, on whether they were satisfied with the lectures; new wharf boat has arrived.","Describes the towns of Rushville and Pittsfield; said he enjoyed Pittfield more, but that Uncle Richard Lloyd sent him an assignment for Rushville; says he will be there about a month; asks about friends and family.","Scope and Contents Rebecca has come home; Minna joined the church with her family; gives religious views; family news. Including letter from Minna Powell, Henry, Illinois, to \"Brother\" , 1853 May 11, referring to Rushville, as location of brother; tells of beautiful spring weather and describes scenery.","Will soon be coming home; complains of sore throat and headaches; has had scarlet fever; family information.","Gossips about \"Miss Jane,\" a mutual friend; says he and Dr. Winslow found her in her parlor with a man; says the servant did not want to let them in and that it was an uncomfortable situation. Including letter written in margins from \"Cousin\" Jane to Rebecca Powell concerning religious publication, an Episcopal convention.","Expresses how much she misses him; discusses reading material.","Describes Aunt Ellen's Powell Gray recovery from an illness; much family news; describes wedding that she went to; expresses romantic interest in a Dr. Claggett; includes printed poems.","Describes physical appearance of \"Llangollen\" as well as her feelings towards the place; reminisces about when family lived in Virginia. Talks about old friends; family news.","Scope and Contents Tells her little sister Nina about old friends and family; gives details of things she has been doing. Including letter from \"Hatty\" Harriet Powell, \"Llangollen,\" Virginia, to \"Mother,\" Selina Powell, 1853 October 10. Concerning warmer clothes; advantages of \"flannel draws\" over a \"wadded petticoat.\"","Scope and Contents Says she has been extremely ill and so have many in the area; says she has been traveling in order to improve her health; tells of her problems with Custis and his lessons; says Robert is still holding his office in Washington but wishes to leave; asks how she likes \"the West\" and if her husband is finding success; news of friends.","Reports Lucy's? death and grief everyone feels; Nelly? is to be baptized; other family news.","21 items.","Tells of their Christmas and New Years celebrations. Also includes \"Mother\" Selina Powell, to Rebecca Powell. Expresses hope that Rebecca can be with her relatives in Baltimore; discusses the nature of receiving advice and making her own decisions concerning her travel plans.","Speaks of attending a party; mentions \"matching up\" procedures at party; family news; details Christmas gifts.","Mentions religious feelings; speaks of a railroad being built nearby; Virginia? had her annual get-together on December 26; of family members; mentions a friend's visit to the Crystal Palace; Mrs. Augustine Washington had the first male child born at Mt. Vernon recently; family news; mentions Rear Admiral Leven Minn Powell.","Mentions Brooks'? wedding; describes details of the wedding; much family news.","Tells of her day spent with Lizzie King and Jane Norris; describes a dinner given for a couple about to get married; news of other friends.","Mentions sicknesses of Nelson Lloyd and John Lloyd; speaks of a Douglas Forrest who attends Yale College; has to take a boat to Washington D.C.; gives price rates per acre of land at that time; gives prices for a lot of land.","Family news about cousins Nannie and Fanny?; mentions Uncle Nelson's Lloyd recovery; travels by omnibus.","Family news; describes her garden and its contents; Regina? was married; Mr. Livingston? requests influence of Charles L. Powell to obtain the consulship of London through General Baercel?; mentions Mr. McFaddin as being the mayor of Henry.","Family news; describes the scenery at Locust Hill; some of Uncle George's ? children have chicken pox.","Identified as much of note added in unknown handwriting, possibly that of Selina Lloyd Hepburn.","Description of Minna's gravesite; tells what he's doing to improve its appearance.","Describes trip to Niagara Falls; describes places visited in New York and where he lives; describes his studies.","Describes courses he is studying at school; describes the first time he saw a man dive under water and the suit he wore below water; staying at a boarding house.","John Lloyd who died in 1854; estimated price value are given.","Describes study habits and classes; mentions prices of a ring and a clock; describes his financial situation. .","Describes in detail her Quaker wedding to Frank? on 1854 December 14.","Nina's Christmas gift from Charles arrived safely; mentions wedding of a fellow student; serenaded the couple with a \"horse fiddle\"; describes his activities in his spelling class; mentions plans to return home in the spring.","Expresses religious beliefs; lists prices for renting his room.","Describes Charter Oak, an attraction in Hartford; describes his visit to an armory; staying with a Mr. Parsons and describes his family.","Scope and Contents Discusses financial settlements he is making for his father concerning the house, lands, furniture; says Uncle Fred and Uncle Neb are leaving Henry and they are all \"disgusted\" with Henry and that he thinks his (father's) decision not to come back was wise; mentions the family move to Winchester, Virginia","12 items, 1856. 16 items, 1857","Describes their Christmas which was spent at Uncle Fred's and Aunt Lute's; describes a Christmas ball and a New Year's ball in detail; says he has had some problems with dyspepsia; asks about cousin Kate's wedding to a senator.","Reports on Aunt Lib and Uncle R?'s new son, Richard; says he rented out their house in Henry; says he has been away from \"home\" now for three months; and will not go to New Orleans, Mobile, and Augusta; describes how he decorated Minna's grave, and expresses hope that her resting place will soon be Virginia; asks about their school; sends money from a large profit he made selling land.","Describes his visit to Louisville where he saw his cousins and went to many social events; says that the train ride from Kentucky was very rough; says he will be in Vicksburg in a week and then will go to Wilmington, North Carolina; Mobile, Alabama; New Orleans; and Memphis, Tennessee; asks about family and friends.","Describes his stay in Vicksburg, and his visit with Mr. And Mrs. Eilbeck Mason and Miss Louisa Fox; says that he did not see Cousin John Russell while in New Orleans; discusses his travel plans; asks about Hatty's teaching.","Expresses joy that she is well from the influenza; says he has recently traveled to Portsmouth, Va,, the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi; says he will now go to Texas; discusses travel plans; asks her to pick out one of her friends for him; discusses Charlie's new job in St. Louis.","Scope and Contents Describes St. Louis and the Virginia House Hotel; inquires about the new scholars the family has taken on; harasses Nina for not writing. Including note from Charles L. Powell, St. Louis, Missouri, to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1856 May 4, concerning his happiness about Nina joining the Church.","Describes hard times in Illinois; intent to move back to Virginia when business picks up; family news.","Speaks of influenza and other illnesses prominent in the town; reports the death of Mr. Adies ?; Ellen Powell is in Washington Infirmary; house is being renovated; family news.","Says he just returned from Henry; says Charlie is on his way to Henry to start his new job in Uncle Fred's store; describes Henry and the house they used to live in; reports that Uncle Fred is building a house; gives new of Scholastics and Monsieur Carlo; says he will go to Pennsylvania next and then visit them.","Reports that Lloyd Powell is on his way to Virginia; describes their yard and home in Henry; yellow fever is not a problem this year in Illinois; he went to a concert given by the Baleis.","Inquires about the \"weddings fair\"; discusses his travels and the loneliness involved in his job; mentions his relief that the campaigns and elections are over; sends messages to friends at home.","Nina has begun studying Latin and learning how to draw; mentions the extension of the Chicago and Pern canal down to Henry; much family news.","Tells what each family member is doing; discusses religion and the duties of a Christian; gives news of friends who have joined the church; discusses Minna's grave; discusses letter writing; tells of recent marriages and engagements; gives her philosophy on why he should not begin to chew tobacco; news of family and friends.","Scope and Contents Makes reference to Valentine's Day and Washington's Birthday; mentions last year's parade and the marching continentals; reports of bad rain storm that tore up the railroad track and caused problems with mud and flooding; family news. Includes note signed from Charles L. Powell, Jr., Henry, Illinois, to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1857 February 22, telling her to turn to their 'one friend' for strength and advice.","Scope and Contents Describes a storm which kept him in Henry, Illinois, unable to travel; gives recent travel plans, including a trip to Philadelphia by boat; gives news of friends and family in Henry; says many river towns are flooded.","Reports his knowledge of Lloyd's Powell return to Winchester; relatives are going to the Episicpal Church for Easter; reports Dr. Hoagland ? as being a bad tenant in their house in Illinois; mentions happiness that Nina Powell is joining the church today.","Gives news of relatives in Alexandria; tells his travel plans; says he finds the women of Virginia far more appealing than those of South Carolina.","Uncle Fred? and Aunt Lucy? are leaving for Virginia; sending his mother his daguerreotype, a photograph; reports that Lloyd is in St. Louis; Bridget, a past boarder, had a little girl; family news.","Describes the family vacation and adventures; describes the baths; mentions the parties they have attended; family news.","Family is on vacation; describes activities and scenery at Capon Springs; family news.","Speaks about taking inventory at the store; family news.","Says they just got back from Capon; asks her not to take silver nitrate for her headaches; says they have all improved their health by the visit to Capon; says \"brother\" Nelson is now there hoping the springs will help him; says they did not get the house that they wanted to rent; gives news of friends; says Rebecca, Hatty, and Lloyd are there. Including letter from Charles L. Powell to Nina Powell. Says that he misses her and wishes she could have been at Capon; asks about her headaches.","Describes his travels from Baltimore to Henry; mentions shortage of money due to bank failures; gives detailed news of the town, including improvements being made; news of Henry relatives; mentions that the bank failures will result in fewer land dealings and therefore, less work for him; asks about the young ladies of Winchester.","Inquires about Mr. Waler's? lectures; attends the Methodist Church now; reports of the adventures during hunting season; mentions the new idea of pavement sidewalks.","Describes a severe snowstorm and its effects on Henry; tells how he spent Thanksgiving day; describes their new cook with whom he is infatuated; mentions the death of Robert Conrad?; gives messages of friends in Winchester.","Reports of Nina getting her teeth straightened; describes method; reports that the number of scarlet fever cases is greatly reduced; she is very busy with the boarding school; tells of a fight between Charlie McCormick and a police officer; mentions Hunter Holmes McGuire; family news.","Discusses the death of Robert ? and the reaction of the town; gives news of friends; sends her love to her mother and relatives; wants to know what Dr. Chase said about her teeth.","Writes about Nina's plans to go home; says she is concerned about her traveling when her teeth are in such a condition.","20 items.","Refers to the \"hard times\" everyone is experiencing; describes farm activities; family news; describes how to make a mousetrap.","Describes midwest weather and the usual fall-like temperatures; says that they are all much healthier because of the mild weather; says ties are hard and the bank in Henry just closed, but that the town is continuing to improve; asks about Mrs. Powell's occupation, teaching; mentions the death of Robert Conrad and describes his character; messages to family members.","Reports of freezing temperatures of -15 F and snow in Henry; mentions sleighing in the snow; reports story of a bank robbery.","Reports of Lloyd's Powell trip to St. Louis to try and find Charles a job; family news; mentions a Mr. Lombard who plans to return to Henry and open a bank of issue.","Discusses who owes him letters from home; says he could not find a job for Charley Charles L. Powell, Jr.? in St. Louis because of the poor economy; gives news of Randolph Powell, of St. Louis, and John Webb Powell, of Utah; says he will be home during the summer.","Mentions that she missed his birthday with a card but thought of him that day; expresses religious feelings and beliefs; family news; lists people recently confirmed in the Church; outbreak of typhus fever at the University ?","Tells of his travels; describes Memphis, Tenn.; gives news of \"cousin\" William Powell who resides in Memphis; gives news of Mr. And Mrs. Mason, residing in Vicksburg; describes Leake County where he sold some of his Uncle Nelson's land; gives news of \"cousin\" John Wilson of New Orleans and of \"cousin\" John Chilton, who may send his daughter Sarah to school in Virginia; tells his travel plans, stating he will be in Virginia in a month; gives news to family and friends.","Describes scenery where he is; tells of a May party that some school girls had; describes his boat riding trip; family news; mentions arrival of Mr. Winn, the new Presbyterian minister.","Reports having been sick with a bad cold; family news; Nina has problems with other schoolgirls because her parents operate the school; trying to plan Charlie's return home for the summer.","Asks about fourth of July entertainment; Mr. Winn gave an exceptional sermon; Uncle Richard? bought a piano and a side-saddle; family news.","Inquires about boarding students; inquires about vacations at Capon Springs, West Virginia; tells of his success at duck hunting; family news; mentions Stephen A. Douglas.","Gives news of Uncle Richard's and Uncle Fred's families; says that Frank's baby is still ill; gives news of Hammond and Minna; comments that he will not see his family for another year; gives news of Charlie Charles L. Powell, Jr. and his employment possibilities; asks about Uncle Neb of Clark, Va?.","Gives her opinion about chewing tobacco, smoking, and other bad habits; incorporates religious duty into her opinion; some family news.","Discusses his habit of chewing tobacco and how he should discipline himself to quit.","Discusses the weather; reports on Hammond; reports that Mr. Chandler of Henry is getting married in Boston; says they will stay at Mrs. Taber's for the winter; gives news of Charlie (Charles) L. Powell, Jr.; comments on the involvement of women in politics in Henry; news of friends; comments on the decreased enrollment at the family school, saying they will at least have a lighter workload; mentions Stephen A. Douglas.","Expresses her disappointment in Charlie's having tasted tobacco; tells him that he is doing wrong to continue this habit; voices many religious views.","Reports that river is flooding the town; talks of Christmas holidays; family news.","A birthday letter for Nina's sixteenth birthday; describes the weather; family news; Min? is the \"editress\" of the \"Minnehaha\"; tells of the affairs of a Miss Amanda?.","Gives account of how he spends his days with emphasis on his Sunday activities; tried to quit chewing tobacco but couldn't; tells of episode where Uncle Richard? lost his saddle bags in the town of Bradford; river was frozen and people are ice skating; family news.","Tells where the girls boarding with them are going for Christmas; describes their Christmas plans; recollects their last Christmas with Minna; gives religious advice; sends her love to Lloyd.","18 items.","Would love for her to stay with him; mentions a sister Hannah.","Reports that Lloyd Powelland Uncle Richard ? have gone to Memphis, Tenn.; tells of the building of a road for $10,000; describes a surprise party he attended; mentions Valentine's Day and how many he has received; family news.","Reports that Uncle Richard and Frank are with him in Memphis, to see if they want to move there; says that he does not believe Uncle Richard will leave Illinois, but that Frank probably will; says that they tried to look up William Powell but he had moved to Arkansas; discusses the possibilities of his parents establishing a school in the area, and the risks involved.","Gives news of Uncle Richard and Uncle Fred; says Uncle Fred and Frank will close their business and leave Henry; tells of a conversation with Bishop Otey of Memphis on the subject of establishing a girls school there; gives details of the proposal in case his father is interested; gives news of the private school situation in Arkansas; reports on his business dealings in Arkansas; discusses financial matters.","Gives news of Uncle Fred who has been ill; says that the women of the town are all inspecting the new spring goods brought in from Saint Louis; discusses his daily schedule; says Charlie Charles L. Powell, Jr. is in singing school; asks about Nina's walks and lectures on the benefits of exercise to health and appearance.","Describes spring in Illinois; inquires about relatives in Alexandria; comments on Uncle Nelson's helpless state; discusses the chances of recovering Uncle Nelson's lands in Arkansas; describes the area of Henry where the family used to live; comments that she now weights 108 lbs., which is more than her daughters weigh; sends his love to Grand Ma Powell, Aunt Ann, and Uncle Neb.","A baby girl was born who is Nina's cousin Uncle Richard's daughter?; describes a fishing trip; mentions finding several Indian graves with skeletons and other items; tells story of a \"mad\" dog who bit many people.","Gives news of Illinois relatives; describes a trip that he and Uncle Richard took through Stark County, emphasizing the changes that have taken place in the last five years; comments on Charley's Charles L. Powell, Jr. development into a young man; reports that Uncle Richard will leave the land business on September 1st; discusses his involvement in the business and his desire to visit Virginia.","Scope and Contents Expresses his relief that his brother Charles arrived safely in Va.; comments on how scattered the family is at present; mentions Cousin Fanny Cochran's wedding in Middleburg, Virginia; discusses Mr. Hyde's trip in the \"aerial vessel\" Atlantic from St. Louis to New York, as reported in the \"Republican\"; reports that Frank has another son, Horatio Nelson; news of other Illinois relatives; describes the July 4 festivities.","Discusses an unprofitable year for his business; discusses a business proposition made to his brother Charles and Harry and Benton Janney by Uncle Richard, concerning the opening of the store; gives news of Illinois relatives; comments that his Uncle Richard, who just turned 43, may begin to use his middle name again and become Richard H. Lloyd; comments on how, in the past twenty years, the Powell family has spread from \"New York to Salt Lake City, and from the 'Lakes' to the Gulf of Mexico.\"","Reports that Uncle Richard, Minna will stop at Fulton County to visit relatives; gives his opinion about Minna not returning to Winchester Va. for school, stating that she has become too undisciplined and used to complete freedom in Illinois to be effectively taught in a school; describes Frank's son Horatio Nelson; comments on the family's health, saying that his father Charles L. Powell weights twenty pounds more than he does and his mother Selina L. Powell weighs only six pounds less, and also weighs more than any of her three brothers in Illinois; asks her if she is finished school and will make her debut.","Reports that Charley (Charles) L. Powell, Jr., Harry and Benton Janney have begun their business named \"H and TB Janney and Co.\" Asks about the boarding school and discusses the difficulties of running one; reports that Frank's family and Mrs. Hammond? are on their way to Memphis to live; reports that Uncle Fred is planning an extended visit to Virginia, and then will probably move to Memphis; says he and Uncle Richard dissolved their partnership and that Uncle Richard plans to move to Memphis as well; reports that crops are poor, so his business will be slow; plans to see them for Christmas.","Reports that there is a County Fair next week; describes in detail an incident of a burning well; expresses sorrow that the family school will be so small this year; reports that the 'W. S. Fair' in Chicago is now over.","Scope and Contents Discussing fall and winter goods being stocked at \"Lloyd's Big Brick\" in Henry, Illinois","family news; mentions marriage of Miss Hutchins, and deaths of 2 children of Mrs. Clara Ferguson; received invitation to wedding of \"Miss Mittie;\" gives his opinion of marriage.","A French teacher at the boarding school died; mentions excitement due to 'John' Browne's execution and that there are 26 companies of soldiers at Charlestown, West Virginia; mentions growing discontent of slaves; describes how men have loaded pistols ready in their homes; tells how many people are being imprisoned; tells of other strains between North and South; some family news; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Reports that Uncle Richard's baby has been christened Elizabeth Jenkins Lloyd; comments that this is the day that John Brown is to be executed; comments on the number of arrests in Virginia of strangers traveling through the state. Including newspaper clipping, n.d., of a poem about infants.","Discusses Professors Wise and LaMountain's attempt to establish daily balloon transportation from the \"Western\" states to the East Coast; family news; says he is anxious for the family in Illinois to move south; mentions the execution of \"Cook and his Confederates\" involved in John Brown's attempted insurrection on December 16.","Invitation to a \"Leap Year\" party.","Scope and Contents Mentions and encloses invitation to a \"Leap Year\" party; describes events at the party; describes weather and reports of a sleighing party; reports marriage of Mary Ann Hoyt, friend of the family. Including note from Maggie J. Richmond, Henry, Illinois, to Charles L. Powell, Jr., Henry, Illinois, 1860 February, inviting him to a \"Leap Year\" party.","Talks about Uncle Richard's? baby girl; gives report of Charles L. Powell and some family news.","Discusses \"spring fever\" concerning work; describes weather; speaks of Uncle Nelson's Lloyd death and how it should be a happy time; thanks his father for \"Alexandria Gazettes\" containing articles about the Whig convention; family news.","Writes about her feelings during the time following her brother Nelson's death; recounts the last days she spent with Nelson Lloyd.","Talks about assessed value of some land or property and makes reference to Lloyd Brothers and Co.; speaks of crops and the effects of the weather; mentions how road being finished would provide trade with those on the other side of the river; township will vote on how to acquire additional funds to complete the road; mentions the whig convention and how they now represent such a small minority of people.","Talks of spring dresses and bonnets; mentions hearing address by William McDonald; discusses opening of a shoe and book manufactory; speaks of beating \"the 'Yankees' with their own men;\" family news; religious advice; mentions use of telegraph.","Discusses agriculture and effects of weather on crops; talks of visiting New England and of dislike of their attitudes; expresses extreme negative opinion of 'Yankees.'","Family news; mentions work at the store; discusses events around town. Including poem? written in Latin on both sides of envelope. Locks of hair also enclosed.","Discusses crops and agriculture; describes Illinois scenery; family news; inquires about trip to Capron Springs; mentions \"Uncle Richard's\" card selling tour.","Discusses Congressional race; mentions Cassius M. Clay of Kentucky and his visit to Illinois; talks about rise in crime; family news.","Discusses confusion about having joined the church; religious discussion; some family and neighborhood news.","Inquires about trip to New England; mentions \"Alexandria Sentinel;\" family news.","Discusses climate and busy season of Christmas; debates issue of Civil War and effects; gives religious advice; family news; Robert Young Conrad.","Discusses problems due to political and financial situation of the country; talks about boils on his hand; family news; mentions kindness of Mayor Turner.","Nina's eighteenth birthday; discusses the weather; talks about sleighing and skating; mentions \"Pickwick Papers\" and describes hunting interest; makes reference to several literary works.","Talks of trade being slow; election of a Mr. McFadden as \"Justice of the Peace\"; mentions sleighing and the weather; describes hayride in snow and people he went with.","Discusses his indebtedness to his father and his financial situation.","Discusses political situation and \"imminent danger of Civil War\"; comments on government involvement and troops in a war; mentions social life.","Scope and Contents Discusses the imminent war and that it will be the third one in her lifetime; talks about effects of a war from past experience; family news. 3 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from \"grandmother\" Catharine Powell, Bellevue, Va.?, to Rebecca Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1861 January 20, inquiring about being able to paint for her.","Describes his dog and its habits and actions; talks about a fight at a warehouse; family news.","Discusses pros, cons, and possibilities of a war; talks about being able to cross North/South Line if he comes to Virginia; describes weather; mentions indoor winter activities; refers to marriage and courting habits; family news.","Briefly discusses the Navy; describes wedding of Nellie Hall and a Mr. Kellogg; family news.","Information concerning troop movements around Harper's Ferry; mentions a Col. Bowen, superintendent Barbour, and a Col. Moore.","Discusses explosion of armory at Harper's Ferry; speaks of united Southern forces; mentions involvement of friends including Powell Grady; Powell and Holmes Conrad; family news.","Suffering from inflammation of eyes; discusses possibility of Illinois and Virginia residents being separated during the war; Virginia's succession from the Union; Democrats opposition to the war with the South; talks about surrender of Fort Sumter; confusion about whether to leave or stay in Henry; some family news.","Discusses Colonel Robert Lee and movement of troops; mentions Georgetown Heights, Alexandria Heights, and the Valley counties; some family news; mentions Rockingham Rifles.","Blockade established at the mouth of the Ohio; Southern trade suspended; some family news; inquires about situation in Virginia concerning the war.","Discusses a proclamation of Lincoln; politics and effects of the Civil War; dominance of Lincoln's party in Louisville, Kentucky; some family news.","Orders to stop mail from Virginia.; Alexandria occupied by North; Fairfax cavalry taken prisoner; family news.","War's effects on postal service; family news.","Thanks her for package of food and lists contents; speaks of newspaper Richmond Dispatch as a rare luxury; describes camp life; enemy is at Williamsport, Md.","Discusses camp life and its required adjustment; mentions accidental shooting of two men as their only pessimistic experience so far; gives account of battles reported in the Baltimore Sun Baltimore Sun; majority of men in army are under 21; describes how soldiers try to get food from surrounding farmers and their families.","Scope and Contents Discusses uniforms, saying that they are everywhere, and that a \"John Brown\" has increased the \"military spirit\" in Virginia; asks about Lloyd; discusses books he has read and that she recommends; describes their daily schedule and when she has time to read; discusses food in season; news of family and friends.","Prepares for battle; states that he is ready to do his duty for his country; mentions that the Continentals lost two men in the engagement the day before.","Regrets that he cannot keep their date for the afternoon due to Army business.","Scope and Contents Mentions her husband's attack of dysentery; family news; gives news of friends and family; hopes war will soon be over so that the family can all be together; expresses religious feelings; wishes that they could write more freely; tells him to send his letters to E. J. Lee in Maryland who will forward them South to them. Including note, from Selina (Lloyd) Powell, Winchester, Virginia, to \"Charlie,\" Charles L. Powell, Jr., , relating more family news.","Asks for specific items of clothing to be sent because he does not know when he can return home; refers to Haresack? and asks that she make him a smaller one.","Includes description of L. Powell.","Description of how Lloyd Powell was shot in battle of Manassas; details of his personal characteristics and attitudes.","Scope and Contents Expresses sympathy in regard to Lloyd Powell's death; offers comforting words from the Bible. Including letter, from Sue P. Lee, Lexington, Va. to Nina Powell, Winchester, Virginia, 1861 July 29, offering condolences on the death of her brother, Lloyd Powell.","Thanks Nina for her letter of sympathy concerning the death of her mother; gives news of her brothers and sisters; says that she has terminated her relations with cousin R.? because she could not marry a first cousin; discusses their friendship.","Complains of poor postal service; tells him of Lloyd Powell's death; remembers about Lloyd's characteristics and qualities; says that typhoid fever is spreading in the town; talks about her servants; family news; reports of Willie Lee Chilton's death, a second cousin; expresses religious view.","Love letter to her; proposes marriage to her and her guardian and asks for a reply.","Signed also by J. R. Bowen, Justice of the Peace, stating that Charles L. Powell, Jr. has taken necessary oaths to become Deputy Marshal. . Including on verso, document, from Brigadier General James H. Carson, 1861 October 24, Charles L. Powell, Jr. permission to cross back and forth over enemy lines.","Thanks her for package she sent him; describes his situation and effects of the Civil War.","Thanks her for cap she sent him; his company is located at the \"Big Spring\" near Mr. Gray's.","States that 'Yankees' were in Shepherdstown, WVa. a few nights ago; family news; sends condolences on loss of her brother Lloyd Powell.","Sympathizes upon loss of Nina's brother, Lloyd Powell; relates her story of when her father died; expresses indebtedness to Nina's mother Selina (Lloyd) Powell; mentions sickness prevalent in Winchester, Va.; discusses her brother's Bob Lucas experiences as a soldier; Charles L. Powell, Sr., has accepted position in Richmond; news of spending summer at Col. LaRue's in Clarke to escape the Yankees.","Thanks her for a cap she made and sent to him; expecting to go to camp soon; some family news.","Tells of explosion that a Mr. Hubard caused trying to perfect something like \"Greek fire\" to sell to the government, similar to a powder to use in shells; describes condition of Mr. Hubard, his subsequent operations and death.","Scope and Contents Wanted to give her news from Winchester, Virginia, but \"the spy\" had to burn his information for fear it would fall into enemy hands; tells stories of houses being searched by soldiers; news of friends and relatives; decorated with \"Confederate States of America\" seal.","Trying to catch up with Stonewall Jackson's troops; describes camp life and strategy concerning the Yankees.","Possibility of 'Yankees' taking Richmond; discusses importance of trust in God during battles; inquires about Robert Lee.","General information on troop movements; mentions Battle of Williamsburg.","Describes being a member of Jackson's Army; mentions \"Rockbridge Artillery\" being full; family news. Decorated with \"Liberty and Union\" seal.","Stonewall Jackson captured two entire enemy regiments; enemy took part of Central Railroad; troop movements.","Family news; disappointment about not being able to be with Stonewall Jackson in his last fight.","Discusses the family's living arrangements; thanks her for finding a home for her to stay in, but feels it would be less imposing if she stayed where Nina is teaching in Prince Edward County; hopes that they can all live together soon; rejoices over Jackson's victory in retaking the \"old town\"; says that the Garlands have been very kind during her stay with them; discusses her traveling plans.","Death of friends, Willie Gray and Marshall Barton; death of various others in war including Turner Asby; talks of having made herself a sun-bonnet; news of family and friends.","Speaks of getting a job as a clerk in Major Vaun's office; information about Stonewall Jackson's victories; reports Colonel Ashby's death.","Reviews routine activities; much family and friend news; discusses Stonewall Jackson's troops.","Scope and Contents Everyone feeling ill and weighing less; family news; possible fighting in Richmond, Virginia; Stonewall Jackson is at Hanover Junction, Va.; problem with fleas.","He cannot get into the Rockbridge Artillery; she is staying with a Col. and Mrs. Tucker; battle of Richmond has begun; family news.","Scope and Contents Got position as a clerk in the Quarter Master's Office under Capt. Irwin, first cousin of Selina (Lloyd) Powell; Stonewall Jackson's army passed through Gordonsville about a week ago; talks of deserters from both sides wandering in mountains west of Winchester, Va.; South won battle in Richmond, Virginia","Scope and Contents Got position as a clerk in the Quarter Master's Office under Capt. Irwin, first cousin of Selina (Lloyd) Powell; Stonewall Jackson's army passed through Gordonsville about a week ago; talks of deserters from both sides wandering in mountains west of Winchester, Va.; South won battle in Richmond, Virginia","Scope and Contents Fighting around Richmond, Virginia; Stonewall Jackson's Army arrived to help; describes strategies and events of war.","Details about progress of the war; family news.","Scope and Contents Personal experience in Army. Including newspaper clipping of a poem by John. R. Thompson, entitled \"Ashby\" from a Richmond, Virginia newspaper dated 1862 June 13 , about the war.Verso is Rebecca Powell to Selina (Lloyd) Powell.","Scope and Contents Makes reference to Stonewall Jackson's army and his efforts in Richmond, Virginia; relates events of war and involvement of friends and relatives; family news.","Discusses people she knows who have been wounded or killed in the war; refers to battles at Richmond and Chickahominy, Va.; family news.","Expresses disappointment that her parents didn't get to visit her; complains of \"M's\" temper; gives list of supplies that she has purchased or ordered.","Preparing to go to Gordonsville to join Braxton's Battery; family news.","Has joined Braxton's artillery; give details of battles and accounts of those wounded and killed.","Describes battle between his battery and the 'Yankees;' describes Captain Braxton.","He has jaundice; personal account of stay in Richmond; discusses salary; accounts of the war.","Charles L. Powell, Jr. was killed; added to letter later her husband is still yellow with jaundice; saw the President Davis and his wife; family news.","Explains events of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death near Warrenton Springs, Va.; includes sketch of battlegrounds.","Town gossip; tells story of a Dr. Conrad's arrest and ordeal; family news.","Talks of our troops making it into Maryland; family news; prevalence of typhoid fever; discusses Southern attitudes about the Civil War, and Northerners.","Religious account and explanation of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death.","Informs her of \"Charley's Charles L. Powell, Jr. death; encloses a copy of Capt. Carter M. Braxton's report of the events leading to Charles L. Powell's death.","Offers sympathy for the loss of his son, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; describes the death of their sister Ellen Powell Gray; reports on the welfare of Ellen's family - Mr. William Gray, Kate and Arthur; news of family. Including letter from \"Mother\" Selina L. Powell, to Hattie Powell. Discusses the state of their belongings in their former house in Winchester and what will be sold through cousin Sarah Powell Conrad; says if they do not intend to return, then it should all be sold.","Thanks her for her sympathy upon death of Rebecca's brother, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; expresses religious views; family news.","Responds to news of Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s death; family news; reports on her own health.","Includes description of Charles L. Powell and the battle. (Newspaper clipping.)","Scope and Contents Lots of family and town news; mentions that army is located near her in Winchester, Virginia","Gives her daily routine schedule; involved in knitting for the soldiers; doesn't seem to think 'Yankees' will approach Richmond, Va.; remembers her son \"Charley\" Charles L. Powell, Jr. often.","Discusses their friendship and situation of the Civil War.","Expresses sympathy for the death of her brother, Charles L. Powell, Jr.; describes in detail the death of her mother, Ellen Powell Gray and reveals her feelings concerning it; gives news of their Powell relatives.","Discusses daily routine; problem with typhoid fever; family news.","Family news.","Comments on incidents of typhoid fever; family news; discusses her minister and baptism of a baby.","Describes circumstances of her daughter Annie's sickness and death; offers sympathy for death of Charles L. Powell, Jr.; family news; including recital of Fenella's funeral rites; \"Earth to Earth, Dust to Dust...\".","Discusses business matters in Winchester that she is taking care of for Charles L. Powell; discusses the ear and the situation in Winchester; sends him some books, stating that the 'Yankees' carried off the rest of them; reports of a proposed armistice.","Describes sickness causing a delirious state for a few days; family news; knitting as a popular pastime; discusses weather; 'Yankees' still have Gloucester Point as a fort; soldiers suffering from \"rot\" that kills them.","Scope and Contents Discusses John Milton's works; family news; Longstreet's Corps has occupied many points near Culpeper Court House. 2 pages. letter signed. Including note signed from Nina Powell, Kenmuir, Louisa County, Va. to \"sister\" either Hattie or Rebecca Powell, , 1862 November 5, reporting family news. Also including note from Selina Powell,Kenmuir, Louisa County, Va.. Expresses grief over Annie Lee's death; asks about Robert E. Lee; prevalence of typhoid fever; describes weather and landscape; 'Yankees' did not disturb Charles L. Powell, Jr.'s grave; family news.","Sends this letter with a letter from Hunter, her brother; comments that Hattie has now been gone from Winchester eight months; says life is fine when Confederate soldiers are in Winchester, but that it is miserable when the 'Yankees' come; says General Jackson has visited them and has his headquarters on the road to Front Royal; says he gave her his photograph and he will send a copy; writes that they are working very hard because the few servants in town are cooking for the soldiers; lists people who will leave town if the 'Yankees' return; says Cousin Betty looks unwell because she works so hard in the hospitals ; writes that they only have 500 sick beds in the hospitals; mentions the destruction by 'Yankees' in other counties; fears they will soon suffer.","Sends thanks for present he received because it will be useful during the winter; expresses desire for peace in the country.","Family news; expresses concern that the Southern army is suffering from a lack of clothes.","Expresses her feelings of loneliness, as she lives among strangers; expresses other worries of disease and of the war; discusses problems with diphtheria in the neighborhood; comments on the shortage of men in the neighborhood, in particular healthy, attractive ones; discusses the hardships of Uncle Prosser and Aunt ReBecca whose former servants burnt much of their property; news of friends and family.","Discusses the condition of Charles L. Powell's estate and what business has been transacted; lists what articles from their home have been sold, commenting that most people in Winchester are not buying things because they are leaving to journey \"up the Valley\"; reports that 4000 men are guarding Winchester, that some tobacco has been burned, and that preparation for evacuation is underway; describes 'Yankee' attacks in Charlestown; comments on the effect of the fear of attack on everyone in the town; gives news of friends.","Scope and Contents Comments on problems with influenza; refers to a Capt. Duff and his defense of Leesburg, Virginia; gives news of town since troops have arrived; family news.","Makes references to the Clarke Cavalry and a Capt. Carter; possessions have been pillaged and towns have been ruined; has to quit farming because of war.","Wishes Nina a Happy Birthday; refers to God and asks to enter his Kingdom; mentions a friend who died from diphtheria; discusses Stonewall Jackson's opposition to the enemy at Port Royal, Va.; family news.","Discusses everyone's fear of diphtheria; family news.","Makes references to Gen. Robert E. Lee's victories; lots of family news.","Expresses the difficulty of losing so many brave men in the war.","Reminisces about their last Christmas together; discusses the slaves and their ability to be dangerous.","Scope and Contents Expresses desire for peace and to return to Winchester, Virginia; much town and family news; sorry they can't spend Christmas together.","She has been ill with a cough and cold; family news.","Inquires about a John Tabb; tells activities of Kate Gordon who is staying with them; mentions a bombazine fine twilled silk fabric; people looking for teaching positions; family news.","Lots of town and family news.","Problems with smallpox; family news; mentions Judge Lee's ? suicide. .","Her husband, Charles L. Powell, Sr., is still looking for a teaching job; recommends reading as a worthwhile hobby.","Describes how her family spent Christmas; thanks her for the cap she made for her brother Rob; discusses the sadness of Hattie's Christmas; discusses friendship; reports that she heard from Mary ? who is living behind Union lines in King George.","Mentions a Col. Tucker?; talks about her personal health; refers to the \"conscript act\"; gives impressions of deaths resulting from the Civil War and ideas of a forthcoming peace; family news.","Family news; refers to robbery of all servants; tells stories of confrontations with the enemy and experiences while at war; discusses food he has to eat; mentions has heard news of Grandma's death; mentions William Edmonson Jones.","family news; discusses her pay for tutoring.","Mentions their father's new employment in Greenville; news of family and friends.","Scope and Contents Family news; describes some of daily activities.Including N. C. E.?, to Nina Powell, , post 1863 March 13 giving neighborhood news.","Scope and Contents Comments on Cavalry's victory in Culpeper, Va.; describes poverty situation in Winchester, Virginia, as result of Civil War; discusses situations in Romney, West Virginia; family news.","Gives information on job prospects; family news.","Found a teaching job in Powhatan; describes location and plans to build a house.","Comments on his activities in the Army; refers to \"the Picketts;\" tells of damage and destruction in Winchester, Va., as a result of 'Yankee' invasion.","Comments on experiences in Army; expresses sadness that young men can't receive education during the war; family news; states that Tip? Powell and Frank Grady were captured in Loudoun, Va.","Discusses clothes; family news; says they will visit Shirley Plantation soon; says Mary? must remain within the Union lines because the only way to leave is to walk eighteen miles at night, carrying baggage; mentions Robert E. Lee, George Washington, and Custis Lee.","Mentions interest in soldiers, especially the South Carolina gentlemen; talks about sources of entertainment; family news.","Describes his house and surroundings; family news.","Mentions \"taking bitters (a tea) made of sarsaparilla root\" for strength and to purify her blood; expresses hopes for war to soon be over; 'Yankees' now have Fauquier under their control; family news; refers to receiving news through the Enquirer.","Scope and Contents Discusses when the family members will see each other; gives news of Powell relatives at Locust Hill; says that goods cannot be sent to them from Locust Hill Leesburg, Virginia because of a blockade; inquires about the fighting in Fredericksburg.","Talks about General Stuart's decision to review his Division; refers to great loss at Battle of Chancellorsville in the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson; describes events of war near Rowlesburg, WVa.; comments on his troops various attacks on different Railroads; gives details about other battles.","Family news; comments on how quickly her chickens are dying.","Discusses fighting in the Civil War and loss of servants; family news and sick and wounded from Battle of Gettysburg.","Comments on war, pestilence and famine; discusses the Civil War.","States that Nina Powell has been recommended to him to take care of his children as well as tutoring them; requests response to his offer.","Discusses pillaging by the Union troops; comments on men who have given their lives for the southern cause; family news.","Comments on scarcity of various staples; offers her $300 to come and teach his children.","Scope and Contents Discusses \"keeping house\" and how much it costs to do so; family news; comments on the Battle of Manassas.Including note from ?, , to Hatty sic Powell, , undated, discussing delivery of enclosed note to Custis Lee.","Attempts to appease Nina's apprehensions about coming to Hanover County if the enemy is there; wants her to begin working the first of October.","Offer to substitute himself for William Henry Fitzhugh Lee as a Northern prisoner of War.","Family news; questions Nina about her \"beaux\" and his courting ways; discusses education.","Refers to burning her previous letter in case of a fight whence it could become public; relates news of troops; family news; discusses fight from the Rappahannock to the Rapidan Rivers.","Scope and Contents Family news.","Lots of family news; states that a man named Taylor Johns has fallen in love with Nina Powell; discusses situation at the Stringfellow's, where Nina now lives.","Discusses in detail his new teaching position; family information.","Gives cotton prices as $3.75 a yard; discusses Battle at Manassas; family news.","Comments on her husband's new position in Albemarle; family news; mentions some events in reference to the Civil War.","Says she saw her father Charles L. Powell, Sr. on his way to move into Cousin R's?; describes her trip to Charlottesville; expresses satisfaction that her mother is able to stay with Uncle Fred and Lute; reports she has eleven scholars.","Family news; discusses her job as a teacher; discusses \"preserving with molasses\"; expresses anger and confusion about Nina's beaux David ?","Discusses his teaching position.","Family news.","Gives opinion on attitudes of young people; family news; expresses interest in religion.","Discusses plans for Christmas, including costs involved and where they can stay; discusses death of Cousin? Temple Grady and its effect on other relatives; discusses teaching and their role in the war effort.","Refers to a battle at Chattanooga, Tennessee; and General Longstreet; discusses cotton and its discount price of $18 a bale; comments on young gentlemen who have come to visit her; other town and family news.","Thanks Hattie for her kind gift of a Bible; gives details of present experience as a soldier in the Civil War; expresses sadness for those who died in the battle.","Mentions a Carrie Hobson's death resulting from a \"perforation of the bowels\" (typhoid fever); family and town news; mentions Temple Grady's brother of C. Powell Grady? death; refers to having some corsets made.","Family news.","Family news; expresses concern about \"national affairs;\" discusses religious point of view.","Family news; discusses General Bragg and his great ability as a leader.","Family news; states that he met Mr. Seddon, Secretary of War and they discussed Judah Benjamin; gives some views of what is happening with the Civil War.","Mentions General Longstreet's retreat from Knoxville, Tenn.; comments on giving Nina some linen for \"sleeves or sleeve bands;\" family news; discusses harvesting of crops; comments on threats that \"Yanks\" are making.","Discusses insufficiency of cotton crops; mentions that her son is on a war vessel, in the ocean, \"larger than the Florida and the Alabama.\"","Family news.","Refers to travel by carriage; discusses mailing \"bleached cotton;\" family news.","Mentions story where 'Yankees' come into towns and arrest Southerners; refers to daguerreotypes; writes a poem/prayer to God about grief he and others have experienced.","Wishes Nina a Merry Christmas since she (Nina) will be together with her parents; family news.","Discusses the inclement weather; states that she had butter and tea for celebration on Christmas morning; gives price of calico as $ 6 per yard.","Comments on her friends spending New Year's Eve at the President's; mentions walking to the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia; family news; refers to cotton vs. bleached cotton; discusses typhoid fever; comments on subject of religion.","Family news; expresses hopes for an end to the Civil War; mentions a book, \"Home Influency\" that deals with raising children.","Mentions losing her heart to a Lieutenant Blackford; family news.","Mentions having forgotten Nina's birthday and becoming more absent minded; states that demonstrating affection in public is not good practice; gives advice and opinion on men and courting; has put \"vie dollars in gold and $25 in Virginia. Bank notes\"; and discusses school teaching; family news.","Has been suffering from sickness similar to typhoid fever; mentions that many servants have the measles; states that the key to her watch is worn out and she cannot wind it.","Offers advice about teaching; has seen John C. Pemberton; family news.","Discusses her illness typhoid fever?; describes her Christmas diversions.","Comments on how he misses having the women in his family at home; family news; discuses some aspects of the Civil War; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Family news; expresses hope that the Civil War will soon end; expresses grief of her Mother's death.","Expresses concern about Hattie Powell's sickness; family news and town gossip; mentions some of the types of food they've been eating; talks about \"yanks\" and their disruptiveness; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Gives Nina advice on how to terminate her engagement with John Dupuy; writes of the death of Hunter McGuire's sister, May; says she now has twelve scholars; news of family and friends; discusses books and mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Says she has been busy knitting gloves, sewing, teaching, nursing, and being sick; says she is nearly \"well and fat\" again; says that her hair has not started to come back yet, but that when it does, she has been told to shave it; asks who Nina's friend Lizzie is; describes people she has met; reports where troops are; discusses ways she is trying to get cotton.","Advises Minnie not to be grieved about their mother's death; some family news.","Article in which Jefferson Davis praises the Confederate soldiers for their \"devotion and self-sacrifice,\" and assures them of their capabilities against the declining enemy; also includes a commentary about Davis' speech, stating that the present spirit of the South has never been paralleled in history.","Congratulates Nina on her engagement to John J. Dupuy; discusses their friendship; news of family and friends.","Family news.","Mentions a girl's death from diphtheria; refers to traveling by train; discusses blockade of the Potomac River; comments on greenbacks and their value; refers to the 'Yankee Congress;' general Civil War news.","Gives consent for him to marry Nina after listing the pros and cons of the situation.","Town news and family news; refers to knitting as a past time; states that her hair has not begun to \"come out yet\".","Discusses her new beau; much family and town news; refers to events of the Civil War and the Powhatan troops.","Says that her employer, Mrs. Stringfellow, has offered to allow her two weeks for Easter; asks permission to come home; gives detailed plans on how she could get there cheaply; says the \"troops\" will return before Easter; asks if her father is coming home for the holiday.","Discusses selection of a minister; comments on her knitting for the soldiers; town gossip and family news.","Discusses sale of a draft on New York for $625.","Thanks her for gloves she knitted and set to him.","Comments on her sister's problem with inflammatory rheumatism; much town and family news; tells stories of soldiers who have returned home; comments on lack of patriotism in the country; mentions readying.","Tells of a shopping trip she took to Charlottesville, and the people she saw; describes a visit to see their father at Cousin R. Nowland's; discusses the new tax law, the \"panic,\" and the new monetary issue; news of friends and family; mentions reading.","Makes reference to needing a straw-splitter; discusses financial situation; comments on Nina's engagement to \"Brother John\" Dupuy?","Mentions interruption of communications due to Yankee Raid; states that he sat near Gen. Robert E. Lee and Mr. Edmund Lee on a train car and talked with them; describes conversation; discusses the events of the Civil Warincluding Lee's near capture by Custis' divisionary raid through Albemarle County, during the Kilpatrick - Dahlgren Raid on Richmond; mentions Holmes Conrad.","Much town news; discusses 'Yankees' and their progression; comments on her attempts to hide her silver on her body in order to keep it from the Yankees.","Family news; expresses religious views.","Family news; discusses events of the Civil War; including raid by Custis on Albemarle; mentions Holmes Conrad.","Family news.","Discusses the weather; much town and family news.","Says her Easter plans have been cancelled because of the snow storm; mentions how close she (Nina) has been to the Union troops; says she feels much better and now weights 114 pounds; reports on fatal measles in the area; reports on how she has spent her time with Captain Morgan.","Sends her a letter from Kate?","Discusses buying and selling cotton; comments on college opportunities; family news.","Family news and town gossip; comments on gold lace on the coats of those who make rank of Captain.","Family news; refers to Nina's grandmother's Anne Harriotte (Lee) Lloyd death; discusses 'Yankees' and their progress; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Comments on reading as a pastime and mentions ? Cooper's novels; family news; refers to 'Yankees' taking hostages; mentions Robert Young Conrad.","Describes her daily schedule; reports how their Aunt Jeanie Lloyd and Aunt ReBecca are doing in relation to the war; describes social visits; mentions an Aunt Nannie; news of family and friends.","Discusses weather and its effects on gardens and crops; comments on 'Yankees' and news about the Civil War; family news.","Family news; comments on news of the Civil War.","Gives detailed description of fighting near Beaver Dam, Va., as told to her by some of the soldiers; mentions visit by Gen. Stuart; describes other events of the war from personal point of view.","Family news; discusses struggle on the Rapidan River; tells of other Civil War news.","Scope and Contents Discusses general battle news; expresses concern about struggle in Hanover County, Virginia.","Discusses events of the war; comments on actions of Yankees.","Scope and Contents Comments on armies being at Hanover Junction and expresses her concern and fears; refers to burning of Powhatan depot by Union troops. Including note from Selina (Lloyd) Powell, Charlotte County, Va., to Nina Powell, Verdon, Hanover County, Virginia, 1864 May 24, correcting some spelling errors.","Expresses relief that the 'Yankees' did not come through the area where Nina is; says that her father wants her Nina to leave soon because of the danger; says things are so scarce in Charlotte that there would not be enough to feed her; expresses relief that Nina is not living between the two railroads; says the news they get about the war is encouraging, but she thinks the conflict will be a long one; discusses plans to get the family together.","Refers to battle of Vicksburg; tells of other developments of the Civil War.","Refers to a cousin, Mrs. Randolph Tucker whose house is at the corner of Grace and Adams street in Richmond; family news.","Asks about Nina's daily schedule and when she says prayers; expresses sorrow that Hattie's teaching position near Nina did not work out; tells her she must be self-reliant; says she is waiting to find out if she can join Mr. Powell; discusses the fashions of hats; sends her respects to Mr. Stringfellow.","Much town and family news.","Describes her social schedule; encourages her to pursue a relationship with Willie Booker; news of family.","Recounts all he has been doing for the past two years (has been in charge of a prison).","Asks Nina to change her mind and work for them another year; claims they are safe from the 'Yankees' and that the war will soon be over; praises her teaching of their three girls.","Discusses Union troops' burning of houses in Richmond; gives views on death; family news.","Comments on typhoid fever; family news.","Family news. Mentions not being able to find a nail-brush in the city and forgot India ribbon; comments on 'Yankees' treating people badly; refers to buying lip-glue at Randolph's Book Store; discusses her (Nina's), new house.","Describes Mr. Powell's teaching position with the Scott family; says he is trying to find a place near him for her to stay; says there was a Yankee raid near where he is staying; discusses where friends who are soldiers are stationed; mentions families who are looking for wounded soldiers to employ as teachers.","Much family and town news.","Comments on symptoms of the \"fever\"; expresses religious beliefs concerning deaths resulting from battles; family news and town news.","Family news; discusses teacher's pay.","Much family and town news; inquires about her new home in Richmond, Va..","Discusses one of Nina's pupils and how Nina should act towards the family that is employing her; mentions arrangements to exchange a pair of shoes; reports on friends and family; reports on \"her Willie,\" and where he is stationed; mentions soldiers for whom she has knitted gloves.","Discusses the suitability of Mr. Starke's teaching offer for her mother.","Chides Nina for not writing her; asks if she is spending all her time with Willie Dupuy, who has a wounded shoulder; reports on what she has done socially; asks her to get some cartridges for her pistol when she buys some for her own gun; says Minna Booker is to be married November fourth; discusses sewing.","Transcription of cross hatch letter by Alison Herring:","\nBlenheim  October 24th","Sunday morning [1864]","\nWell my lady-love do you know","that it has been almost three weeks","since the arrival of your last letter","to me, and two weeks since I answered","it, and not a line have I had from","you since, no nor a word from either","Pa or Sis since the 9th of the month.","you all must think I am dead, buried,","and forgotten, at least you quite forget","that I get the blues horribly shut up here","in the country when none of you write","to me. I got a letter from Ma on Friday","last the very first letter I had had from","anyone for 10 days, or from anybody","but her for 16.  I have no correspondents this","year at all except you all \u0026 you ought to","write to me often.  And pray miss what are","you so occupied with that you can't find","time to write, friend Markoe or your","poor dear wounded Willie.  I hear through","a letter from Aunt Bec to Ma that you","have spent the day with her, \u0026 thro' Mrs","Stewart that John Tabb was at church","with you and [?] Powell. I suppose","you have not been so quiet that you","[Page 2]","had nothing to write about and I","am just disposed to be charitable","towards you at all, so if you want to","get into my good graces you had better","set yourself right down \u0026 write me","two or three good long letters.  Mother","writes me that Willie Dupuy is at","home wounded in the shoulder \u0026","Capt Watkins in the hand but neither","of them dangerously, however.  I suppose","you have heard all about them, tis not","worth while for me to tell you, and","I reckon Willie will manage to see","Miss Nina before he returns to the army.","Have you ever heard anything from","Mr. Markoe since you went down","in the cars with him, Sis seemed to","think you are decidedly smitten.","Well I suppose as you are so long writing","to me you hardly care to hear what I","have been doing, so I have a great mind","not to tell you, and in fact I hardly","quite know where to begin it has been","so long but just for my own gratification","I will try.  Mr. Willis Hobson has three","South Carolinians at his house, sent from","the hospital, they have been there a long","time very sick \u0026 are just now getting","well enough to visit about. One of them","is a Col Dogan, without exception","\n[Page 3]","\nthe rudest, most boisterous, vulgar","man I ever saw, well yesterday week","I heard his voice down stairs \u0026","knew he had come to stay all day","so I dressed myself, slipped out the","back way and went over to old","Mrs. Hurt's to spend the day.  I had a","very pleasant day indeed, I found","her [?] an exceedingly intelligent","agreeable girl, I took to her very much","indeed \u0026 I think she did to me, but","she has just lost her father so the vis-","iting will have to be all on my side","for a while.  When I get back in the even-","ing here was Col D still \u0026 he staid until","Wednesday.  Sunday I went down to Eman-","ual and saw Fannie, she was as sweet \u0026 Cordi-","al as ever, she seemed so glad to see me \u0026 says","she is coming up for me soon some Fri-","day evening.  Monday night Mr. [Reich?] a","Marylander belonging to the 3rd Cavalry","staid here all night.  I found him a","very agreeable gentleman I forgot to","say that Sunday while we were at din-","ner Mrs. W. Hobson came over \u0026 brought","her Cousin young Bolling, son of Mr. Robert","Bolling of Fauquier, and brother of Hunter","[Page 4]","McGuires old friend of Philadelphia Dr. B","and Mr. Venning one of the S.C. especial-","ly to see me and I enjoyed their visit","very much indeed.  Mr. Bolling is only","18 but he is six feet tall very handsome","and very agreeable.  Mr. V sings very well","and is a quiet gentlemanly widower but","nothing remarkable.  Tuesday evening Mrs.","H sent a horse for me \u0026 I went over there \u0026","staid all night, and then saw the third","S.C. a Dr. Waring a married man, and","one of the most accomplished elegant","gentlemen I have ever met with. I","came home on horseback Wednesday morning","in time for school \u0026 when I came out of school","found Cousin John here.  He says if it is good","weather next Friday he is coming up to take","me down to his house to stay until Sun-","day where I will come home with the Dr.","from church.  Thursday all the gentlemen","from Mr. H's spent the day here, and Fri-","day Mr. B left this county, but he is a paroled","prisoner and if he is not exchanged soon","will come back.  Friday evening Mrs. H \u0026 my-","self walked over to Mrs. Goodmans one of ","our nearest neighbors \u0026 I paid my first","visit there, and her son who went down","in the cars the day you did with Bell","Stewart, walked home with me.  He is a plain","honest, good, solider, but not over burdened","[sideways on page 1]","with intellect.  He says he is coming over to see me this week","and going to bring his pistol for me to practice shooting with","but I doubt whether he does. By the way have you ever been able","to get cartridges for your pistol, if you have I wish you would","get some for me, \u0026 if you haven't get John Tabb to look for some","for you \u0026 me too, I have only two \u0026 I want some very much.","And now, I come to the very purpose for which my let-","ter is written which is to tell you that Dr. Hobson is going","to Richmond this week, probably on Tuesday, the same day","this letter will go, but I shall send this by mail, as there","will be a chance of your getting it sooner, \u0026 I shall send","you by him the handkerchief, collar, \u0026 [shirt sleeves?] for your","silk dress \u0026 a little of my perfume but it did not turn","out well, it will I think do to put in hair oil but that is all.","\n[sideways across page 2]","\nThe Dr. will stay at Mr. Stewart for about two days I reckon","so if you have gotten cartridges \u0026 have a chance I wish","you would send me some by him.  Have you made your","alpaca dress yet \u0026 how did you make it particularly","the sleeves. I have not picked mine yet nor considered","what to do with it, but Minna Booker is to be married the","4th of next month \u0026 I think I must make it by that","time. I had a present sent me the other day of 3 yds","of unbleached cotton to make a chemise.  I have done","nothing lately except patch a few old clothes \u0026 knit","on my [opra?] stockings for next summer in fact","I have nothing to do.  Well I believe I have exhaust-","ed myself of my subjects too so I will stop, but","mind I expect two letters in answer to this. I am","very anxious to know what Mother will do, and","rather hope she will go to Albemarle, tho' I should","like her to be near you, or I think we could go to","see her there.  Write soon to your own loving","Sister Hattie","\nMonday.  Dr. H's is so unwell today he thinks he will not","be able to go to Richmond this week and don't know when","he will go so I shall not be able to send your things yet. I","got an invitation yesterday to Minna's wedding next Thurs-","day week.  I am much inclined to go, if the Dr. Don't for-","bid which he seems to be inclined to do. Mrs. H is very anx-","\n[Sideways on page 3]","\nious that I should go.  If I go I shall want my new","dress \u0026 shall have to set to work immediately to make","it, so if you have a new dress pattern, send it to me by","mail at once, I can get a pattern of the yoke come-","ing [waist?], Mag Harris has it.  Yours truly,","H.L.P.","Complains about difficulties in the teaching profession; family news.","Describes her situation at the Garrett's, teaching Lizzie and others; emphasizes the importance of letter writing now that they are apart; discusses Mr. Irving's? failing health; says Lizzie has diphtheria; describes social events; discusses Nina's problems with teaching Blanche; reports on friends who have been wounded or killed in the war; asks bout Cousin Mary Lee and Cousin Emily.","Reports that her brother Rob has been wounded and may have to have his leg amputated; says her brother Jimmie is in Charleston where there is much yellow fever; says they work all day without rest; more family news.","Gives advice on how Nina should manage one of her pupils; reports on what she is doing; discusses clothes; mentions Minna's wedding.","Gives reasons why she hasn't written of late; describes her brother's episode of being shot in the hand and its effects; comments on number of men that are off at war and says that those who remain are \"quaking\"; family news; expresses hope that God will get them through \"these difficulties.\"","Describes her social activities; discusses balancing work and pleasure; news of family and friends.","Asks about her \"new home\" in Richmond and her \"new occupation\" with Mrs. Paleski; describes Minna's wedding; says the weather was so bad that no one could go home, so the reception lasted all night; reports what she has done socially; describes in detail a dress she just made.","Expresses joy that Nina and their mother can live close to each other; reports on her social activities; discusses plans for Christmas; mentions how well the Confederate Cavalry is doing; discusses friends that are soldiers, and which of them she has knitted gloves for.","Describes a preacher, Mr. McGill, who is visiting; describes social events; discusses clothes she is making; questions Junius Powell's decision to go to Bermuda instead of joining the army; mentions Harry Harrison Mrs. Huge's brother who came home after a prisoner at Fort Delaware. .","Discusses how her home was destroyed; details experiences with the Yankees; comments on incarceration of many Southerners in northern prisons and their suffering; family news.","Describes her trip to Charlottesville and the people she visited, including cousin Gert; mentions Sally's? death; says she must soon accept an offer for teaching from Mr. Frank Cabell; discusses depreciation of money; mentions a cousin Ann and a cousin Laura; reports that Tip Powell was taken prisoner.","Discusses the bad weather and muddy roads, says she has not heard from Custis Lee, for whom she made gloves; discusses clothes and Christmas plans; tells Nina to \"change her dress\" whenever she desires, since she will always mourn inside; says she and Rebecca will change theirs in the spring; discusses the problems Winchester is having with the Yankees; mentions Minna's wedding.","Discusses a prospective teaching job for her and his plan for her.","Family news; begs her to spend Christmas with them.","Expresses happiness that her mother and father will finally be able to live together again; comments on Nina Powell's loss of hair; refers to suffering Loudoun County, due to Yankees; family news; describes how a friend spends time trying to find hiding places for her possessions.","Describes a \"homespun\" dress that she has; family news; describes weather; tells her to go to a Christmas get-together where she can met many people, including Robert E. Lee, Custis Lee, and perhaps \"our beloved President\" Jefferson Davis; later mentions rumors that President Davis may be dead.","Mentions pastime crocheting a cap; comments on delay of mail; discusses ordering some supplies from her sister; refers to troop movement on \"the Danville road\"; family news.","Scope and Contents Describes social activities; urges Nina to spend Christmas in Richmond with Cousin Emily; discusses cotton and where to buy it. Including fragment of letter from \"cousin\" Laurence B. Taylor, to ?, , undated, stating that he hopes they will see much of each other in Albemarle County.","Discusses the difficulties of sending mail; inquires about their mother's health; news of friends and the war.","Thanks her for the gauntlets, testament, and book of psalms that she sent him.","Tells what she did during Christmas holidays; discusses her job as a teacher as well as who and what subjects she teaches; family and town news.","Comments on Robert E. Lee's thoughts that the South is in danger; discusses her knitting and whom she has made gloves for; states how she doesn't understand men; family news.","Discusses the possibility of Nina being engaged to Willie Dupuy; says she would like to know him better before she can consent; would like for her to make the final decision herself; says their engagement would last indefinitely because they are both poor and Willie was \"disabled\" from the war; asks her to consider these issues.","Scope and Contents Responds to her requesting permission to be engaged to Mr. William Dupuy?; gives feelings about entire situation; refers to evacuation of Richmond, Virginia.","Family news; asks her to send her stamps and black glazed cotton and to look for strawsplitters; describes episode of being thrown from horse.","Discusses how busy she is making gloves; mentions Nina's engagement/involvement with a \"brave, Christian soldier.\"","Discusses possibility of Nina moving to Norwood if Richmond is given up.","family news; discusses the bond between two who love each other.","Expresses happiness about Nina's now official engagement to Mr. William Dupuy; other family news.","Hattie Powell, Blenheim, Albemarle County, Va., to \"sister\" Rebecca Powell.","Gives advice on how to express feelings of love to her fiance, in her correspondence.","Gives her advice about her situation with Mr. Dupuy; tells her to make up her own mind and to be sure of his character and their love; advises that if she is certain that she wants to be engaged to him, then not to hold back her feelings and to show her trust; gives more advice.","Scope and Contents Family news; expresses her approval of William Dupuy as Nina's fiance. 4 pages. letter signed. Includes copy of letter, 1865 February 10 from William Dupuy to \"Sir\" Charles L. Powell, Sr., , discussing his and Nina's relationship and betrothal.","Gives advise on Nina's relationship with a young man Willie Dupuy; says that if they ever get married they would always be poor; discusses what he will want in a wife; discusses Nina's fear that her ways are not elegant enough for him because he was brought up in higher society; reveals her philosophy on how to act in society, how to view oneself, and how to act towards men to keep them interested.","Comments on attempts to regain some of their family possessions; discusses the break-up of Nina Powell's engagement; mentions Hattie Powell's arrival in Goochland, Va., family news.","Discusses Nina's problem with an employer, Mrs. Powell, and suggests other families she could work for; says she can spend $ 350 on material for summer clothing; discusses the plight of the South; reveals her feelings about Nina's engagement; describes a visit to Norwood where her parents are working for Mr. Cabell; reports that cousin Lizzie Powell, fourth daughter of Uncle Llew, is to be married; news of family and friends; mentions teaching.","Discusses materials for sewing dresses; expresses her anger at how Mrs. Powell (an employer) treated Nina; discusses her neighbors where she is teaching, saying none are suitable for Nina to live with and teach for; gives news of friends and family; says they have a soldier staying there; mentions teaching. Including newspaper clipping advertising for teachers.","Thanks her for presents she sent him; expresses hope of seeing her again soon.","Lots of family news; discusses Union troops.","Says Mr. Philip Cabell is stopping by \"Bremo\" on his way to Richmond, so she is taking this opportunity to send a letter; discusses opportunities for her to work with other families and how she should set this up; wishes she could come to see them but says it is impossible because the canal is \"broken up,\" the roads are bad, and the 'Yankees' destroyed the carriage; hopes that she is comfortable at General Cocke's; hopes that he doesn't mind her being there since he is a wealthy man. Letter is continued on a small slip of paper - advises on the different uses of \"shall\" and \"will\" in writing letters.","Expresses relief that she is safe after traveling through dangerous area; says that their parents had some trouble when traveling, and that they lost some clothes; discusses an offer to teach in Keysville, Charlotte County; reports battle action in the area; asks what she thinks about her giving her silver cup to \"the government;\" mentions the death of their aunt Ann's baby, Fannie.","Mentions sending carpet bags to her parents filled with necessary items she could spare; comments on 'Yankees' being on southside of the James River, Va. and dreading a raid.","Send the key to her bonnet box; mentions a cousin Kate Noland and an Aunt Bettie Conrad; news of family and friends.","Discusses surrender of Confederates in detail; expresses religious beliefs about result of the Civil War; describes battle in Richmond, Va..","Comments on prohibition from traveling North; mentions recognition by France and the French position; gives religious opinions; describes some of the remnants left by 'Yankees.'","Reports news of post-war events since Hattie receives no news in the country; expresses the sentiments and anxieties of those in an occupied city, discusses Robert E. Lee and his sons; reports rumors about Booth, Jefferson Davis, and the surrender of the army of Joseph E. Johnston to William T. Sherman; discusses the sacrifices of the last four years and where it has led.","Describes the people with whom she is staying; expresses joy that she feels comfortable in Richmond; says she hears rumors about whether Richmond will be given up or not; tells her to come to them if there is any danger; news about friends.","Describes a battle at Fort Jackson that she was able to witness from her cousin's house; says Hunter ? is the medical doctor of Ewell's Corps; mentions lack of provisions; says she had to work very hard last winter.","Refers to \"free negroes\" and the fall of Richmond; tells stories of robbers in various neighborhoods; discusses difficulty to have faith in God where there is so much suffering; also refers to bands of \"negro robbers\" and describes their actions.","Lots of family news; expresses sorrow and grief about living through these times.","Lots of family news; comments on problems with servants; refers to death of Lincoln and memorial service for him.","Reports that Mr. Cabell bought a horse from a Mississippi soldier; reports that a Yankee soldier came to the house asking for brandy; says that she and Fan ? are closing school for the summer; says she will soon come to Norwood to visit them.","Discusses health, says she has rheumatism; says they will stay in Richmond until July; tells their options of where to go; considers the cost of the Civil War; discusses the condition of President Davis, prisoner at Fort Monroe; says the \"Yankee officers\" are being kinder to Richmonders; says Pierrepont has just arrived in Richmond.","Reports she is staying with relatives but that it is so crowded, she will leave soon; says the house has been burned down, so they are living in log cabins; tells that she will soon go to Canada to visit her brother Horace; discusses where Nina could set up a school in that neighborhood.","Tells of her religious belief about the Civil War and how she prays daily; discusses subject of white vs. black labor; family news; comments on cruel treatment of \"our\" President Jefferson Davis; refers to a Dr. Hoge who denies trying to begin a colony in Brazil.","Expresses difficulty in accepting downfall of Confederacy; family news; discusses Nina's engagement to Willie Dupuy.","Family news.","Poem entitled \"The Bachelor's Consolation\" written by \"Goodman A. Bachelor.\"","Family news; comments on Nina's engagement; discusses situation with Black persons; comments on elections and how soldiers were put into many of the civil offices; plans for jousting tournament.","Discusses the family's moving to a new house and how they all can be reunited once again.","Discusses where they may move; says the 'Yankees' have possession of her home in Arlington; says the situation in Richmond is better since Pierrepont Pierpont arrived; gives news about family; mentions Robert E. Lee (1843-1914) and William Henry Fitzhugh Lee.","Discusses Nannie's ? wedding; says their father will need her Nina home for the opening of school; tells how she has been spending her time; discusses the school; reports that Mary ? is there; expresses fear for her Aunt Mary because of the threats of a Black uprisings in southern Virginia; asks if everything is going well between Nannie and Willie Booker.","Discusses the continuing uncertainties of where their family will live; says she will return to work at Mr. Cabell's because she cannot depend on family plans; describes her visit to Greenwood.","Discusses a horse riding jousting tournament and social event that followed; family news.","Reports travel plans; lists social events; news of friends; says she will begin at Mr. Cabell's in two weeks.","Says that she just realized that it is her 56th birthday; discusses some issues on etiquette; says that she is glad that she is pleased with her new house; has heard that the 'Yankees' are advancing on Charlottesville; says Gloucester is having problems with the Yankees, so she will not return there; expresses disappointment that Mr. Powell did not secure a certain job that would have allowed them all to live together; says that the Redds and the Bookers have been very kind to her and do not want her to leave; writes that the Dupuy's son Willie? has bullet wounds in both thighs and in the foot.","Family news.","Describes a boat trip she took with Sallie ? to Norwood; gives news of Mr. William Cabell; discusses literature; news of friends and family.","Says Hunter has a small (medical) practice; gives news about what her other brothers? are doing; says Willie is doing well despite the time he spent in prison; tells how he was marched by their home last winter by the 'Yankees' and taken to prison; tells how their house was used as a hospital, her family was put under arrest, and they were forced to live with the 'Yankees' for six months; expresses her hatred of the 'Yankees;' discusses how the last four years have changed her; tells how Gert ? was working in the hospitals and on the battle field, caught a disease and has been bedridden for the last thirteen months; says she was very weak last winter because of the hard work and anxiety; says she could no longer work in the hospitals because of how the sights of war affected her.","Scope and Contents Family news; comments on the meeting of Congress and its result on the restoration of southern property.","Writes about Presbyterian Conference she is attending; gives town and family news.","Scope and Contents Gives history of a family, telling which troop each son is in; comments on the scarcity of paper, which is why she is writing on the back of a letter written to her by her mother. Letter Including on back: Selina Powell, Charlotte Court House, Virginia, to \"daughter\" Hattie Powell. Asks her about her fever and if it is interfering with her teaching; says Mr. Powell visited her for a week; says she will stay in Charlotte all winter; mentions death of Carry Hobson.","Scope and Contents Sends her a pair of slippers which she made the best she could with the materials available; says she wanted to do something for her during \"these war times\"; says her father is not home yet; gives list of things Rebecca needs.","Discusses the importance of having nice handwriting; describes Kate's ? studies; grieves over how many have lost their homes and hopes that her daughter could have a couple of years off from teaching; says those who must have employment are happiest; writes of family and friends; discusses her Uncle G's ? method of teaching. Including attached insert saying that Mr. H. ? declined her father's services.","Describes the scene when the 'Yankees' came into the home of Dr. Robert Baldwin; says Dr. Baldwin was kicked out of town because he refused to pay a servant; describes how the town has changed since the Union troops have taken over; mentions a man named Milroy who seems to be their leader; gives news of family members many of whom have been sick; describes a puppy he has gotten; describes a battle in which many 'Yankees' were taken as prisoners; says Milroy has escaped and has gone to Washington; says all of her furniture is not sold and that they cannot try to sell it while the 'Yankees' are here; discusses Dr. Daniel Conrad's practice.","Asks what Jeanie ? will do all summer; says she has heard that all the carriage horses in Gloucester have been carried off; says she will go to Powhatan to join her husband who is working for Mr. Michaux; says the 'Yankees' are in Shepherdstown but that the Confederates have Winchester.","Speaks of the last four years, the excitement and the trials; discusses \"the college\" that Robert is involving with; discusses the difficulty of finding good help; describes their house, saying it is handsome to \"confederate eyes;\" expresses sadness that her home is still used by Union troops; discusses Alexandria.","Comments on the postal problems and hopes she has been receiving her letters; gives news of the Bookers; writes of her anxiety over how she Nina is and discusses her travel plans to Prince Edward; discusses where the 'Yankees' are stationed; writes of the family's plans for the summer.","Sends her cotton for stockings; comments on postal problems; discusses the safety of Richmond; discusses sewing and fashions; news of family and friends.","Discusses the dilemma of Southerns taking the \"oath\" with the Northerners so that they can protect their property.","Reports that Captain Watkins and Willie Dupuy have been wounded; says she does not know which battle they were in; news of friends; says she has heard from Mr. Powell recently; discusses dresses.","Says that she sent socks to Willie ? who is in the army; mentions the death of James Mcoughty?","Describes how to make Mrs. Sharpe's ? hat; describes Lute's hat; says she will get two or three hundred dollars in Northern money from an Uncle William.","34 items.","Discusses teaching; describes trip to Charlottesville and adventurous train ride; mentions Sandy Pendleton's ? wedding; discusses Trip's ? health.","Sends Rebecca a picture of Robert E. Lee, taken during the war (picture is dated 1866 January 20 ); writes of Lexington where they have just moved; gives news of family.","Describes her social activities; gives teaching position that Hattie is considering; reports that 'Yankees' are being strict in their town.","Discusses poor mail service; describes Alexandria as dull town with spirit of despondency, town may be forced into the District of Columbia; describes visit of Henry Hallowell ?; much family and town news.","Discusses crocheting, books they have read; family news and gossip.","Discusses family news; speaks of financial situation of buying a house in Baltimore; discusses problems of retrieving household items (portraits, furniture, etc.) and where to put them.","Discusses details of retrieving family possessions from the Office of Confiscation; includes list of objects missing.","Describes her trip and her stay with Cousin Lee; tells of relatives and other people she has seen; will continue traveling.","Discusses daily life and schedule; family news.","Describes her trip to Dr. Wights' and tells of the people she met there; discusses dresses; asks about the family.","Description of the political happenings in Washington, D.C.: the disputes between President Johnson and the \"Radicals,\" Mr. Johnson's veto message, the South's need to have representation in Congress; tells his view of these happenings; discusses attempts to retrieve articles from the confiscation office; family news.","Tells of difficulty she has dealing with current hardships, \"Yankee\" rule, and free Black persons; news about friends in the neighborhood.","Describes dinner at New Market and the people she saw there; describes conditions of roads, outlawing carriage rides; much news of family and friends.","Tells of people she has seen or heard from.","Discusses family news and news of friends; talks of sewing projects.","Gives an account of her \"Easter excursion,\" reporting what she did and whom she met; says Mrs. Atkins has no servants, so she will have to clean her own room.","Describes events of neighborhood; tells news of friends; tells of religious happenings, Mr. Wharey's ? reform in the church, and her religious sentiments; writes of her gloomy feelings about the South, her distrust of the Yankees, and her rebellious feels toward them; congratulates Nina on having her own \"home.\"","Tells of stay in Cumberland with her \"sister and brother\"; tells of problems in retrieving household items lost in war; Douglas' Forrest?her husband? law practice is improving.","Asks Nina to welcome her friend, Mr. Henry Theodore Wight, who brings the letter, and make his stay in Alexandria pleasant.","Tries to convince Nina to take a trip next summer; describes new bonnet styles; describes her friend Henry Theodore Wright who will be taking a trip to Alexandria; discusses clothes.","Gives her view on the family taking in boarders, saying children would be easier for their mother to handle; asks about the \"Council;\" reports on what she has done socially; discusses the dresses she has made; says that yesterday the people of Richmond decorated the Confederate soldiers' graves; says she wishes she had gone; says Mrs. Adkins did not go, but sent flowers to Richmond. Written on letter from J. Walker, Dover ?, to Hattie Powell, Rolling Views, undated. Sends her flowers and asks her to come to visit him.","Describes her visit to Richmond, people she visited, and how many commented on how well she looked compared to last winter; describes clothes she is making.","Asks her to send ribbon for a dress she will wear to a day-long affair at Norwood; news of friends.","Discusses their plans to go to Prince Edward County; discusses what clothes she has and what she may need; news of family and friends.","Explains why she cannot attend the gathering at Mr. Redd's that night; says she must listen to her head and not her heart so that she may get well; says she is tired of feeling ill and weak.","Invites Nina and Hattie Powell to come stay with them; says she feels better and is very excited to see them.","Expresses her joy that she arrived home safely, and her regret that her mother Selina Powell has taken ill; describes a jousting tournament among young boys or \"knights,\" in which the girls were honored as Queens and Maids of Honor; news about family and friends.","Gives her condolences for her uncle's death and her mother's illness; tells her of Nancy's Lettie's sister engagement and tells Nina not to leave her to marry a man; much news of family and friends.","Thanks Nina for her letter congratulating her and Willie Booker on their engagement; news about her fiance; tells her adventures of keeping the house while her mother was gone; news of family and friends.","Writes that her father is looking for board for her Selina and until then she will stay in Charlotte; recommends that Nina not write to a man unless she is engaged to him or unless he is an old family friend; news of family and friends.","Discusses how far they are apart but thinks it is best that she (her mother) stay at Uncle Fred's; says she will stay at school for Christmas; writes of family and friends; tells that her health is very good and that she weights 106 pounds; discusses her school duties and her sewing.","Describes the parties she has had at her home recently; speaks of the engagement between Willie Booker and Nancy her sister, and Lou Edmunds and Captain Hill; news of family and friends.","Tells how she and her friends have been together for three weeks now, staying at different homes; wishes Nina could be there; news of courting, engagements and weddings; tells Nina that she will not become an old maid; much news about family and friends; discusses reading societies and books read.","Tells of courtings, engagements and weddings; tells of Christmas plans; discusses the struggle in the Christian life to be pure.","Describes Christmas holidays; discusses the Christian struggle for purity; says she is having more headaches; discusses poor financial situation with no patrons paying for her teachings.","Describes the changes taking place: their Uncle Joe has died and she, Lavalette and her mother have moved to Falkland to take care of his children; she and Lavalette will teach the children; Lavalette is feeling worse; her brother and sister May will take care of Linden; news of engagements, weddings, family and friends.","Describes her new home and her new schedule; news about family and friends.","Tells about her fiance Willie Booker's work in Medical School; describes reactions to the Territorial Bill and to General Scofields; wonders if Lavalette will keep her promise to become an old maid; says the weather is so bad that they will not be able to go to Church for a month because of the roads; says she is trying to guess when weddings will be by who is making their wedding clothes.","Describes her teaching job with her sister Nancy; describes her students; tells how spirits have been low since the passage of the Territorial Bill, says their district is commanded by General Schofield; describes the \"demoralizing\" incident of one of the county men running off with a 'Negro' girl and marrying her; news of family and friends.","Sends this letter through a friend and asks Rebecca to mail a package to Washington, D.C. for her; may have some frames sent to her, which could then be sent to them by steamboat to Richmond and canal boat to Lexington; says Mildred is in Richmond; Rob and Fitzhugh may go to Jennie's? wedding.","Describes the commencement exercises that she and Lavalette attended at Hampden Sydney; describes the fashions she saw there; says the scrub worm is seriously damaging the tobacco crop; describes their summer bonnets bought in Richmond. 4 pages. letter signed.","Says that Nancy her sister has been ill; says that she, Nancy and their mother will take a trip North for their health; says she dreads to be among the 'Yankees;' tells that Lou Booker has typhoid fever and so her wedding must be postponed; discusses the advantages and disadvantages of being an old maid and whether they will be one.","Gives news of gentlemen who are courting her; says that John Smith has been visiting her every other night; tells Nina that it is becoming serious and that she better come home soon or she will be gone; gives advice on the gentlemen that Nina is seeing.","Describes their stay in Danville; tells that her engagement with Willie Booker has been terminated; discusses their plans of where to live next year; news of family and friends; discusses fair.","Thanks Hattie for her announcement of her \"change of condition\" marriage or engagement?; gives her best wishes for her health and happiness.","Discusses which furniture and portraits she would like to have sent to her.","Discusses details of sending furniture from Alexandria to Lexington and of having portraits framed and sent. Includes notes to Selina and Nina.","Discusses her transactions to acquire more furnishings for their home; news about family and friends.","Asks about her interactions with Mr. D?; says Nina's happiness is the only bright spot in their lives; says she hasn't been to church much; says she has seen a lot of Willie S.?; regrets that she can't say everything she would like to, because the letter must go through so many hands; writes of the broken Southern spirit; asks if there are any \"situations\" near them that she could take; says that she cannot write much because it works her \"into such a state\".","Tells of their new life at Linden, helping to take care of \"Sis\" May's children; comments on Nina's sister Hattie's marriage; discusses religion; describes a trip to Richmond; news about family and friends.","Recommends that she or Rebecca go with her to visit friends in Prince Edward County; tells her that since Mrs. Booker'shouse was used as headquarters for them during the war, they must make a pleasure visit to her since the war is over.","Thanks Nina for sending her the objects repossessed from the war; comments on their sentimental value; gives news about Baltimore's social events and her husband Douglas' work.","Tells what family has done since she left for her trip; says everyone is feeling remarkably well on account of the warm weather; tells her to enjoy her visit with Lizza and Aggie ?","Tells what each person in household is doing that evening: Mamma, Papa, Lute?, Lewis?, Fan?; says she visited Hattie who is feeling well \"under the circumstances;\" news about neighborhood.","Describes the health of each family member; says Mr. Powell had dyspepsia for which she gives him a raw onion; says Hattie is the same and cannot leave her room; gives news of friends; discusses a fire at Lee's ? house; hopes she is enjoying her visit with Lizzie and Aggie.","Gives news about family and neighborhood; says that Cousin Lee's house burned; writes that Bob Robert Powell is now a doctor; news about her school.","Discusses news of neighborhood and people who have come to visit her; tells Nina to enjoy her stay with Lizzie and Agnes ?; says she is still flat on her back but hopes to be better in a few weeks.","Regrets that he could not make the picnic that Nina planned; says that he had to pick up Josie ? that day, who traveled flat on her back; says that he saw \"Cousin Rebecca\" in town.","Tells how she had been preserving many foods last summer because of the possible food shortage during the coming winter; describes her stay with \"Sis\" May in Farmville; describes the situation of the churches and Sunday school in her area; news about family and friends; one of Nina's students, Emma Henry, is getting married.","Apologizes to Nina for not calling on her while she was in Baltimore; expresses her job in their friendship.","Writes of their sorrow at the death of Hugh Holmes McGuire (brother of cousin); whose wife just had a child; asks Rebecca to come visit, since the war is over; gives news about who owns the Powell's old home; tells what each of her relatives are doing; gives news about friends; discusses the death of her aunt who never recovered after the 'Yankees' burnt her house down; mentions how many soldiers cannot find employment. Hugh Holmes McGuire MW battle of High Bridge.","Discusses Maggie's wedding her niece; says she has been alone in the evenings since Nina left her; describes her friends who have called during the day.","Apologizes for not writing; describes her schedule to taking care of a family of ten people; gives news about her gentlemen friends.","Extends sympathies to Nina and her family in the death of her sister, Hattie Powell Smoot, who died in childbirth; offers comfort through religion.","Offers her sympathy for the death of her daughter Hattie; discusses Hattie's character; mentions how Hattie has been looking forward to the time of childbirth.","Gives her sympathy for the death of Selina's daughter Hattie; speaks of her husband Robert, saying she thinks he may never be entirely well again; gives news of family.","Tells of her mourning for her cousin Hattie; offers sympathies; gives news of family.","Offer her sympathies for Hattie's death; describes her stay in her Uncle Phil's home in the mountains; says she will return home to Alexandria in the Fall.","Describes the mountain inn and how they spend their time; says the mountain air is helping their mother's health.","Expresses her joy that Nina is engaged; discusses Nina's mother's health; says she is confined to bed and in much pain; says the treatment causes much suffering and that she is anxious to leave for home.","Says she is glad Nina gets a chance to enjoy herself, and visit with her cousin Lizzie, without worrying about daily duties; says her Aunt Lute is taking good care of her.","Gives a report on everyone's health; says she is feeling better; gives news of friends and family; hopes that she is enjoying her stay with \"cousin\" Lizzie.","Discusses grief and religion; teases Nina about her engagement to Sewell Hepburn; tells her to enjoy her stay and to get well soon; news about Alexandria.","News of friends and family; describes the trouble of giving a party for a couple to be married, and wonders why people have marriages in such poor times.","Pleads with her to visit them for Christmas.","Reports that they have been trying both the \"Alleghany Springs\" and the \"Yellow Sulfur\" springs; says the water has helped her health; describes the social life at the springs.","Inquires about her friends in Alexandria; asks if Mrs. Cassius Lee has information on household goods stolen from her.","Tells of her and Nancy's stay in Danville; discusses Nina's wedding; says her brother Abner will be in the Legislature until it adjourns; news about family and friends. Envelope included with list of bridal attendants on the back.","Discusses her daily schedule; describes a sewing machine that she bought; discusses Nina's wedding; news about family and friends.","Expresses her job in hearing Nina is engaged; reports that she has heard Mr. Hepburn described as \"intellectual\" and \"pious\"; says Captain. Grady sends his love; sends her a gift.","Regrets that she cannot come to Nina's wedding; hopes that Nina will be happy living in the parsonage; news about family and friends.","Apologizes that she cannot be there for the wedding; sends her money to buy a wedding present; tells that she had to refuse a gentleman who revealed his feelings for her; wishes her happiness in her new life.","Note accompanying a wedding present, wishing Nina happiness.","Gives a report on her health, saying she is much stronger; tells what remedies she is taking; says they have given most of her wedding cake away; says that everyone thinks her wedding was beautiful; gives her philosophy on marriage and its importance; tells her how lucky she is to have found such a \"good man.\" Including letter from Rebecca C. Powell to Nina giving a report on their mother's health.","Describes how she spent her Easter vacation; describes the events that took place after Nina's wedding; describes a visit to Georgetown.","Reports she is feeling better but that Rebecca has neuralgia from a bad tooth; tells Nina that she should call her husband \"Mr. Hepburn\"; says it is Nellie's wedding day; advises her to obey her husband now that she is no longer there to control her.","Gives news about home and tells Nina that they miss her greatly; says the relationship between herself and John ? is growing stronger; hopes that she is enjoying her stay in the country with her husband.","Discusses their mother's health, noting improvements; expresses eagerness to visit her in her own home; asks about Sewell.","Discusses her arrangements to come see them; says she is feeling better but she is still weak; tells her to ask for what she needs just like when she lived at home; gives news of family and friends.","Writes to tell her that her health has improved since she left home; gives a report on her health and what she has done there at a resort?; says her father will be home soon.","Includes description of S. Powell.","Thanks him for the letter of sympathy concerning his wife, Selina Powell; gives a detailed description of her death and a tribute to her life.","Offers her sympathy in the loss of her mother; says that her mother Selina Powell was one of her earliest friends.","Entreats them to warn his wife Lizzie against a woman named Mrs. Hubard who he is convinced is seeking their ruin.","Tells of friends' illnesses and other afflictions; discusses preachers; says she will wait to buy cotton until the price goes down. Including letter (written on top of) of 1864 January 8 from ? Danville, Va., to \"sister.\" Says she would like to visit her and also to see her whole family, but that she cannot leave because of her duties; says she can only leave on \"official business.\"","Describes their summer in the North; describes the Grand Jubilee held in Boston; describes Newport, Maine and the historical sites there; discusses Nina's life in the parsonage; gives news about family and friends back home.","Says she is very happy to return from the North, though she was treated kindly there and it did improve her health; says many people at home are ill with an influenza that follows the Horse Disease; much news about family and friends.","Asks Nina how her little boy is; reveals that she thought she would be getting married this fall, but that the gentleman, Dr. Cole, has been suffering from an illness; news about family and friends.","Expresses hope that she will visit them in Maryland soon, and bring her child; comments on Nina's settling in Waterford, Loudon County; news of family and friends.","Describes the baby Sewell's features; tells how the family is adjusting to new baby.","Discusses tuition for Mildred.","Reports news of her school; discusses the bonds that their father sold, and his financial situation.","Reports that they are taking of Uncle Leven, including paying for his board with Sallie Withers, and giving him clothes; expresses disappointment that other relatives are not helping him; says Uncle Lev had a drinking problem at one time and his wife will not see him.","Tells Nina their plans to visit her; says they will travel through Baltimore and then by boat across the Chesapeake Bay.","Sends a check for Mildred's tuition.","Hopes that Mr. Hepburn has recovered from his fall and hopes he will stick to taming men's spirits rather than taming men's horses; much news about family and friends.","Gives news about family and friends; says that they will visit her in a few weeks.","Sends Nina a fur cape and muff; congratulates Nina on her pregnancy and hopes she feels well; sends a present for the coming baby; asks Nina for her preferred style of dress so that she can make her some.","Tells of the death of her father-in-law and the effects it has had on the family.","Tells of birth of another boy and that Nina is doing fine; says they have not named him because he wanted a girl; tells story of how his errand boy spilled into the well some fish he was cleaning and how he Sewell had to go down and fish them out.","Gives advice on how to take care of oneself after childbirth; thinks that she should have more than one servant; says that she is having some dresses made for her; news about family and friends.","Scope and Contents Gives news of friends in Alexandria; mentions centennial celebrations; says her school is doing well, with 21 scholars; mentions that Robert Powell has a new daughter.","Gives news about Powell and Lee cousins in Philadelphia; says that a few neighbors have scarlet fever; discusses politics.","Tells of his stay at Selma in Leesburg where he visited relatives; tells of weddings in Leesburg.","Says she is glad the children are recovering from their illness; says Nina must take tonic and Lager Beer herself to say well; recommends ways to rid the house of the illness; describes a visit to Baltimore to see an art exhibit.","Wishes he had a mountain house where his grandchildren could go, especially to recuperate; discusses controversy between two churches, St. Stephens and Grace Church, in the neighborhood where he is; says they both want Mr. Jackson from Charleston, South Carolina, to be their minister.","Gives a long description of her boarders and her school; gives news about neighborhood, friends and family.","Teases him about his \"destitute condition,\" having to take care of himself while Nina is in Baltimore; scolds him for not taking good care of himself and says she does not want Nina to become a widow; tells of a surprise visit by Mrs. Beck of his parish to visit one of her students, Hallie; discusses past election and Hancock's defeat.","Is happy that she is enjoying her travels in the North so much; thanks her for her detailed descriptions which allow him to see the places through his \"mental vision\"; discusses his routes home; says he will be home soon with two boys grandsons.","Discusses her travels in the North; tells of his grandsons' (Charles and Sewell) visit to Alexandria; discusses news at home.","Discusses the town of Bethlehem; says her Uncle William is visiting him; discusses his health; tells news of neighborhood.","Says that her \"Scotts Nephew\" has arrived and has settled in a room; says he may go to Orange County, Va.? soon.","Describes a visit by her cousins Kate Powell and Carrie; gives a long and detailed description of Carrie, her immediate family and her experiences.","Discusses Ellen's tuition; says they are pleased with her education; says that their move to Richmond means that they will have to find another teacher.","Describes his journey to Nina's; describes an encounter between Bishop Randolph and Meta Stuart on the train concerning Amelie Rives; gives a description of each of his grandchildren.","Hopes that she and Mrs. Wailes are steadily improving their health while at the springs; tells her of the death of Mrs. Braxton and the prospects of Ingleside; gives news of grandchildren and neighborhood.","Expresses joy that her health is improving; tells of the death of General Wickham and how it affected the area; gives news of family and neighborhood.","Describes the school; says he may join the Blackford Society; tells about a grammar exam.","Describes the taking of an arithmetic exam which exempted him from taking any more; says he got some demerits; tells about football and how he is playing well.","Tells about his schedule and about his exams; says he had tea with Mr. Hooffs; discusses demerits.","Says he cannot teach this week because his nose is going to be operated on; says his mother and Sewell will occupy the children until then; says Sewell will go back to school soon; discusses the structure of his classes and asks her advice.","Discusses the nature of geometry and gives advice on how to learn it.","Says he has been ill; discusses activities at school and grades.","Thanks her for the invitation to come visit while they are in Yorktown; says his two boys will come by sailing a canoe to Yorktown.","Says they are all home for a week holiday; describes how they all got home; says Richard Cook came home with Selina; describes a real old timey Virginia country dance; says Selina likes Alexandria and the new home; describes what each person in the family has been doing; gives a description of the College of William and Mary; says he has overloaded himself with schoolwork this year; tells how the Alumni are reorganizing the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity; gives a description of the fraternity; mentions the burning of St. Paul's Church in Hanover; thanks her for the presents she sent.","Discusses examination schedule and work load; questions validity of mid-term examinations; praises the College for its level of academia; praises Dr. Hall, a professor of English; says that main event at the College now is the contest between societies for the society medals; says he is in the Phoenix society and may debate for it; says he took a trip to New Kent to see his \"girl\" and to visit friends; discusses the Daughters of the Revolution and the Organization of the Descendants of the Cincinnati; says he saw Cousin Laura and her husband Mr. Roberts, a preacher, who are in Williamsburg.","Discusses the new house which he is anxious to get home to see; says he and Charles will not finish exams until the end of June; discusses the social events of the \"final week\"; discusses his exams; discusses Selina's academic progress; says one must experience College life to understand the strength of its temptations.","Says he has spent much time with Nanna Powell McCormick, a cousin; describes her and what they have done together; says he is in love with her; discusses love and cupid; describes a card club he belongs to, and a German club.","Hopes that she doesn't feel isolated from his immediate family; says that their \"great mutual loss\" has brought them all closer together; asks about her plans for the future; says he went to York to see Charles; discusses his housing at College; talks of recent fires in Richmond and Baltimore; speaks of his cousins and some girls that he has met.","Discusses their family's genealogy; mentions Nicholas Lloyd, John Lloyd, and Sarah Lloyd.","Discusses the Presbyterian drive in Alexandria to save the old church; discusses church events; expresses joy to hear of Nina's marriage; mentions the fact that her Selina's father is over eighty years old.","Scope and Contents Describes a house nearby; writes about her relatives that are staying there; asks her to come visit. Including Selina Powell to Nina Powell. Asks Nina to write Lizzie about the house, if it can be rented, and who they should talk to.","Wishes her a Merry Christmas; tells what family members are making for presents; asks about her trip to Alexandria and the people she has seen; discusses the propriety of accepting a book for a gentleman; tells her to be happy and not to think too much.","Discusses offers she has had for teaching, saying she will take the offer closest to where Mr. Powell teaches; advises her to get her teeth fixed; discusses styles; gives advice on how to motivate one of her students; says he will not go to Gloucester because of the recent \"outrages\" there; says she has a \"horror of drunken negroes.\"","Advises her to come home after her visit with Lizzie Watkins; gives a report on the health of family and friends; says almost \"all black and white\" went to the \"procession\" in Washington the day before; says her cousin Jinny Taylor's family is ill; sends her money. 4 pages. letter signed.","Discusses her poor health, saying she has been diagnosed as having a diseased heart; says she is staying with her sister Aggie who just got married; news of family. 4 pages. letter signed.","Discusses Nina's visit with her friends and her trip to the \"Bear's Den\"; writes of the many parties there have been since Nina left; says she has not seen Nina's sisters since they got back from Capon; discusses their friendship.","Says her father still has not come home; describes a trip Nina and Rebecca made and the people they visited; writes of young men and friends who have come to visit Nina; news of friends and family.","Discusses dresses; writes of a \"Mr. C.,\" assuring her mother that they are not romantically involved; says Mr. and Mrs. Stringfellow left them to the care of the housekeeper; gives news about friends.","Says that Uncle J. Powell does not think Lexington is a good place to open a school and Lynchburg would be better; discusses prices for boarding; says that her Father may have to look for a tutoring job for a family and then she will have to find work as close to him as possible; discusses sewing she has done; gives news about family and friends.","Discusses the remedies \"Mother\" has tried for her sore throat; describes Mrs. Wildman's receipt for asparagus; says \"Ma\" is experimenting on her throat and then will tell Minna how to treat hers.","Describes her daily schedule, including teaching for \"the girls;\" says the \"Captain\" and the girls included her in a visit to Mrs. Cooke's; describes the people she met there and the house.","Says he spent Christmas at Uncle Frank's and Aunt Jane's; reports on what he has been doing.","Scope and Contents Discusses whether Emily ? will move to Fairlee as a servant?; asks if she will take someone from the \"Home for Fallen Women,\" if Emily declines.","Says she went shopping for her and is sending her some articles; discusses fashions; says her Aunt Ann is still unwell.","Tells her to take of herself while she is sick; discusses whether she should come home; tells of people there that are sick.","Scope and Contents Discusses Mary's furniture and which of it she can use; discusses Frank ?'s health; says Mrs. Hammond has died after being very ill; discusses health of friends and family; gives news of what her family is doing.","Tells of safe arrival of Maud's baby daughter and her appearance; sends greetings to Becca, Nina, and herself.","Gives advice on letter writing and spelling. 1 page. letter. Incomplete.","Scope and Contents Advises her not to work too hard; discusses board prices in Albemarle, where Mr. Powell is teaching; discusses hair styles; encloses a sample of material of Rebecca's berage ?; writes of the crowded conditions in Mrs. Sharpe's ? home; mentions reading.","Sends this note with a letter she is forwarding; hopes she is enjoying her visit; says she is feeling better.","Discusses dresses and asks what else she will need for the summer; sends her a poem.","Scope and Contents Consoles her in her time of \"troubles\"; says she has heard from their mother that she \"bears them bravely\"; urges her to take an interest in life and to try to be happy again.","Describes a dress that Minnie is making; discusses other dresses.","News of family and friends.","Describes a walk he took from North Hampton to East Hampton; discusses Thanksgiving vacation.","Asks her to send socks.","Tells about her dolls; mentions some Powell relatives.","Thanks her for the donation for the restoration of a church on Fairfax St., near Selina's Aunt Rebecca's home; mentions a celebration for the laying of the corner stone of the District; describes a light hose that the government gave the Mount Vernon Chapter D.A.R.; mentions more historic work.","Discusses religious matters; lists social events.","Describes duties and responsibilities of husband and wife; describes the state of marriage; pronounces the couple as husband and wife; states Benediction.","Scope and Contents Signed as written by Laura ?; added note in different handwriting states \"written by Minna when eight years of age.\"","Scope and Contents 4 items.","Tells of his appointment as Commander of the Continental Army, and his reluctance to accept the position due to hopes of a more peaceful solution and reluctance in leaving his family; gives information as to other Congressional decisions, such as the striking of 2 million dollars in Continental currency to pay troops.","Scope and Contents In answer to a previous letter, he feels that the only principle that will affect them the British? is fear, and that treating them cavalierly will make them despair of their undertaking. Statement on verso: Copy is in handwriting of Rebecca C. Powell of Alexandria.","Scope and Contents Wishes to spend remainder of his life in \"rural amusements;\" prediction of what a great city Washington, D.C. will become, \"though not as large as London,\" and description of how Alexandria, Virginia has grown; feels that if the United States can steer clear of European politics, it could become \"one of the greatest and happiest nations in the world.\"","Scope and Contents Discusses how he saved the papers of the Revolutionary Government by taking them to Leesburg, Virginia before the British burned the District of Columbia in the War of 1812. These papers included the Declaration of Independence, the journals of Congress, letter of General George Washington, Letters of General Greene and papers of the State Department. 2 pages. copy of letter signed, first part missing.","Mainly letters written from Illinois to Charles L. Powell dealing with land transactions. Also includes land certificates and letters to Lloyd Powell.","Scope and Contents Physical Location: See Oversize file. Concerning the transfer of 100 acres of land in St. Peter's Parish, New Kent County, Va..","Physical Location: See medium oversize file.","Scope and Contents Signed on front by R. E. Lee and on verso by Mary Custis Lee, Lexington, Va..","Scope and Contents Signed on front and back by Mary Custis Lee.","Includes detailed descriptions of battles and movements of armies. Manuscript Volume 1.","Scope and Contents Book includes a biographical sketch of Col. Leven Powell by Major Burr Powell son: a description of the battle at Manassas Junction on 1861 July 21in a letter from Dr. Hunter McGuire, Surgeon of Jackson's Brigade, to his Mother (Copy); Civil War Journal (May 1 - May 27); list of names: dead? under Civil War battles; Civil War Journal 1862 December 18 -1863 March 28; Leven Powell, Hampton to Sally Sarah Powell,1776 January 27, (Copy). 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Arrangement: This collection is arranged into series which are then arranged chronologically by date.","William K. Perrin was the son of John and Elizabeth Carter Perrin. In 1833, he married Mrs. Sarah T. Nicolson, daughter of Ralph Wormeley of Middlesex County, Virginia and widow of George D. Nicolson. (Their children were Robert W., George Lewellyn, Andrew T. and James Monroe Nicolson.) The children of William K. Perrin and Sarah T. Nicolson were William Kennon Perrin (1834-1904) and John Tayloe Perrin (b. 1836)."," Wyndham Kemp was married to Ann L. Perrin, a daughter of William K. Perrin. She was deceased by 1854. Their children were Perrin Kemp, Wyndham Kemp and Emily Kemp who married Peyton N. Page. ","Other Information:"," Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00056.frame","There are five collections that relate to the William K. 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